philippines

[lfresa]

My heart goes out to the all the crew members of all of the cruise lines that have family in the Philippines. Our Head Waiter on the Dream his family was from the Philippines. It must be so difficult not knowing if your family is okay. Sending hugs your way!! The Fresa's

[Pine Bluff]

I'm not sure why this becomes a cruiseline isuue, but if you wish to help, those organizations that are helping are:

 

The American Red Cross

UNICEF

Save the Children

Operation USA

World Vision

[Aoumd]

[Edit error caused a repost, see below]

Edited November 11, 2013 by Aoumd

[Aoumd]

I'm not sure why this becomes a cruiseline isuue

 

I see how it is a cruise line issue, as a disproportionate share of the hard-working staff who make our cruise vacations so great do come from the Philippines. I cannot even imagine what it is like to be in the middle of a 6-9 month cruise work contract, halfway across the world, and see on TV that your hometown was just wiped out...the hometown the rest of your family lives in. My heart goes out to them, and I hope Carnival and the other lines can do something to help their employees' families out (let us not forget the incredible commitment Royal Caribbean made to Haiti following the earthquake...corporate donations, delivering relief supplies, etc.).

[Feelin' Nauti']

I'm not sure why this becomes a cruiseline isuue,

:cool:

I gather you haven't cruised that much.

 

FYI - A lot of crew members are from the Philippines.

I am sure they are worried sick about their family and friends back home.

Thoughts and prayers go out to all

[tonit964]

I'm not sure why this becomes a cruiseline isuue,

 

 

Bbrrrr, cold. :rolleyes:

[riclop]

It is a very difficult time for them.

[lfresa]

It's not a cruise line issue but I guess you never take the time to read the name badges of who is serving you in the dining room, cleaning your room or picking up your dirty dishes. Seriously?? I hate to be like this but can't believe someone would post this from my thread wishing someone's family well.

[Legend]

I see how it is a cruise line issue, as a disproportionate share of the hard-working staff who make our cruise vacations so great do come from the Philippines. I cannot even imagine what it is like to be in the middle of a 6-9 month cruise work contract, halfway across the world, and see on TV that your hometown was just wiped out...the hometown the rest of your family lives in. My heart goes out to them, and I hope Carnival and the other lines can do something to help their employees' families out (let us not forget the incredible commitment Royal Caribbean made to Haiti following the earthquake...corporate donations, delivering relief supplies, etc.).

 

 

Just in case it's been forgotten.....

 

"Carnival Corporation on Monday announced that its cruise brands — including, among others, Carnival Cruise Lines, Princess Cruises, P&O Cruises and Holland America Line — will donate $5 million toward Haiti relief via multiple international organizations."

[Aoumd]

Just in case it's been forgotten.....

 

"Carnival Corporation on Monday announced that its cruise brands — including, among others, Carnival Cruise Lines, Princess Cruises, P&O Cruises and Holland America Line — will donate $5 million toward Haiti relief via multiple international organizations."

 

Yes, thank you for mentioning! The Haiti commitment was industry-wide. I just remember RC's contribution as I sailed them in the months following shortly after the earthquake.

[skoi13]

Just off the Dream, and our head waiter and many other staff on board were Filipinos. This must be exceptionally tough for them, especially if they have families at home in distress.

[PAPERBKWRITER]

Julius, our cabin steward last week on Splendor said his family was okay but lost their home. He said it was hard being away from his family at this time but he felt grateful they all survived and that he was able to contact them.

[Haoie]

I hope Carnival will also make a large donation to the relief/reconstruction this time!

[Blk_Amish]

I'm not sure why this becomes a cruiseline isuue, but if you wish to help, those organizations that are helping are:

 

The American Red Cross

UNICEF

Save the Children

Operation USA

World Vision

 

It's bigger than a cruise issue but a people issues. A few of us here still qualify as real people, not just shallow cruisers.

 

Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends in the region.

Edited November 12, 2013 by Blk_Amish

[cruising maniac]

Such a tragedy. God Bless you folks, your families, and your friends. My heart goes out to you all.

[sjn911]

I just can't sleep watching the news late last evening more...I just pray and gave a little..and just thought if everyone did that..just 5 bucks and a million people is something, our huge population..if we all gave 5 dollars..all who possibly could in these things..for immediate aid...again day after Veteran's day thanks be to God for our Military and Humanitarian service...it is all unfathomable and critical..Prayers do help I think, I trust the Red Cross...thanks OP...Sarah

Edited November 12, 2013 by sjn911

[michelle1836]

thoughts and prayers to everyone involved! this tragedy affects many people world wide

[jimbo5544]

thoughts and prayers to everyone involved! this tragedy affects many people world wide

I totally agree, I cannot fathom being that far away from family with little or no communication as to what has happend. Thoughts and prayers.