VaTech8912

3 hours ago, TonyaJune said:

This makes me so happy!  31 days and I will be onboard!

Us too!  Can't wait.

41 minutes ago, chamorroroots said:

Per FDA letter dated April 6, 2021 (https://www.fda.gov/media/147409/download), they had approved Abbott’s request to extend the shelf-life period of the BinaxNOW COVID-19 Ag Card to 12 months. To my understanding the expiration is measured from the date of manufacture. My lot has a manufacture date of February 9, 2021 so it should be good until February 8, 2022.

Thanks much....I did mean to say January 2022....but this does answer my question.  Last question, did you get the 6 pack and if yes, did you need to have an RX for it (I think that is what I saw on the Binax website).  Appreciate the information, have a great cruise.

Can you let me know what the expiration date is on your tests?  I heard they expire 12/31/21 (regardless of when purchased) and trying to determine if that is true.  Thx much

5 hours ago, pc2425 said:

That is exactly what I thought when I first saw pictures of the dining room!  Cafeteria.  I am not a fancy person so I don’t care but I’m glad to see I wasn’t the only one ha

We went to Universal Studios in December and stayed at the Cabana Bay Hotel, reminds me of their dining room / cafeteria.  Agree, I do not need fancy, just seems so minimalist and bare.  I thought the same thing about the pool pictures.  I am used to umbrellas, trees, etc.  Loving the review and above will not change me sailing in Jan22.  

Does the MDR decor feel "cafeteria" like in person.  The tables and chairs just remind me of that or maybe retro 50's?  Could just be me and it doesn't change the food options regardless.  

On 8/7/2021 at 11:41 AM, louanne93 said:

We are going. I am worried because the cdc says if you had covid within 3 months that you should not test because it will come up positive. I am a flight attendant, I have been vaxxed, and I got Covid in April. Four months ago! If my test comes up positive, I am gonna be so BUMMED!!!

It was explained to me that while you might still test positive for Antibodies, that is different than what the Antigen or PCR test is looking for.  You can always go to CVS and get the $20 Bionex Now rapid test (2 pack) just to see what it says and give you some comfort.  Just keep in mind that test (given not the AG version supervised by a doc) is not allowed for the actual cruise as proof of negative.  Good luck, have a great night.

I checked in for 9/12 sailing, earliest available was 1pm  (Regular Balc room if that matters to anyone as I do think maybe suites are allowed earlier times?)

A TA on our 9/12 roll call said it should open 2 weeks before our cruise.  Not sure if the same will be true for the 9/5 date.  

14 minutes ago, KmomChicago said:

By the way, Trivia is HARD on this ship and I’m not giving anything away.

Glad they are changing it up....like a new challenge and fresh start.  Enjoy your trip.

Pride aft cabins vibrate a lot....more than any other ship I have been on unless they fixed it during a dry dock.

Anyone have an idea of the cost of the Antigen test.  I checked my insurance and they do not cover testing unless ordered by a doctor, for symptoms and specially note for social or travel purposes excluded.  

You have the right idea, midship/lower deck.  Have a great cruise.

2 hours ago, BND said:

Is she in VA and registered on the statewide Dept of Health site?  We signed up in mid Jan and got our email to schedule our appointments on Tues/Wed.   Apparently some people think they have to go look for appointments.  Others need to check their Spam folders as some of the notification emails are going there.  While signed up on the VA site (VA Dept of Health) you can also look elsewhere (CVS, Walgreens, Giant) for open appointments.  In the state of VA, the registration site is open for 65 and up, teachers, first responders and 18-64 yr olds with underlying medical conditions.  

Yes, she registered in December but nothing yet.  I did ck her spam.  Going to re-register her tomorrow.  My husband has health issues and hasn't heard yet either. Will ck the pharmacy sites you mention above too though, thanks for highlighting that.  Fingers crossed.

Yes, I would get it.....question is when will it be offered for my group in my area.  My 78 year old mother still cant get it.

Yes, Carnival will follow suit with cancelling April like RCCL and NCL. That is my opinion only.  

I had 3 cancelled cruises, which I rolled over each time, on the 3rd I finally said enough and was refunded 100% of all the money I had paid in on the 1st one.

17 hours ago, drsel said:

23 hours ago, VaTech8912 said:

When (being realistic) Oct cruise gets cancelled, we will keep original FCC from cancelled Mardi Gras Nov20 cruise and take full refund from our May cancelled cruise used for the October cruise.  Basically, we will be out $0 and still have our original $480 FCC.  Yes, we will "lose" the $600 OBC, but at this point in time, I want no $ at risk and will rebook something once cruising start again.  Time to look for a different vacation for this year.  Stay safe everyone.
 

If you have used FCC for the October Cruise I don't think you will get a cash refund

My PVP assures me I can get my original May amount paid in cash back via refund.  Guess time will tell.

When (being realistic) Oct cruise gets cancelled, we will keep original FCC from cancelled Mardi Gras Nov20 cruise and take full refund from our May cancelled cruise used for the October cruise.  Basically, we will be out $0 and still have our original $480 FCC.  Yes, we will "lose" the $600 OBC, but at this point in time, I want no $ at risk and will rebook something once cruising start again.  Time to look for a different vacation for this year.  Stay safe everyone.

3 hours ago, jcgld62 said:

 

 

They were, and now they are gone again!🙄

Bummer

Carnival 7 days are back on the site I believe.

On 3/11/2020 at 2:39 PM, pc_load_letter said:

 

Did you book direct or through travel agent? My wife and I think the people who are not receiving letters may have booked through a TA.

I booked direct and have received no email.  When I emailed by Carnival Rep, she sent me to the link that is available on the carnival website which "mirrored" the letter.  Not sure why some did and others did not receive the email.

On 12/20/2019 at 10:21 PM, meggymay said:

 

Right!? I even thought while booking "Glad my B-day is in Nov. so there will be time to workout any kinks."

 

I'm still fairly new to cruising, so I guess i'm still learning. lol

 

Are you going to try and book another Mardi Gras cruise, or something else?

Haven't figured it out yet.  I am a November B'day too.  If we book for December, the price is still more than we previously had, even with the discount.  Might look at Europe of Alaska.  Choices, choices.

12 hours ago, meggymay said:

We were booked for Nov. 7. Dang, so close.

Same here.  Thought I had given myself enough room for delays.  Oh well, thankful to have a lot of time to figure something out.

Yes, they still had it one night.  Also, had a cupcake bar one night.  It was not pre-announced, just ran across it when we went walking thru WJ.  They are ok.  All the same base with different icing.  Enjoy

On day of embarkation, no show person will have port fees refunded.  You  lose the cruise fare only of that person. Other than that, no additional charges.