Rare Noxequifans Posted September 30, 2017 #1 Share Posted September 30, 2017 (edited) The US State Department has issued a warning which advises against travel to Cuba... In light of this we decided not to entertain booking a cruise there. Edited September 30, 2017 by Noxequifans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexandra cruiser Posted September 30, 2017 #2 Share Posted September 30, 2017 I have one booked for next yr. Wonder what Oceania will be doing about this.Anyone know....please share. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roothy123 Posted September 30, 2017 #3 Share Posted September 30, 2017 I'm curious as well, as I know Oceania is going to Cuba in December. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ronrick1943 Posted September 30, 2017 #4 Share Posted September 30, 2017 I think it is a wait and see....however I don't want just another Miami-Miami cruise which is why we booked Cuba. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burm Posted September 30, 2017 #5 Share Posted September 30, 2017 I have one booked for next yr. Wonder what Oceania will be doing about this.Anyone know....please share. Without getting into political issues, I really don't think you have to worry, Alexandra. Only American diplomats have been affected, not a single tourist or Cuban. If worse came to worst, Oceania would simply send you to a different island. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoHoHo Posted September 30, 2017 #6 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Without getting into political issues, I really don't think you have to worry, Alexandra. Only American diplomats have been affected, not a single tourist or Cuban. If worse came to worst, Oceania would simply send you to a different island. Canadian officials as well. And apparently some family members too. True, not wide spread though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burm Posted September 30, 2017 #7 Share Posted September 30, 2017 One has to ask, "Who does not want Americans in Cuba? ". The answer might come as a surprise to some. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jancruz Posted September 30, 2017 #8 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Oceania Cruises' voyages to Cuba will operate as scheduled. The safety and security of our guests and crew is always our first priority and we continue to maintain the highest security standards as we do in all ports of call. There have been no reported incidents involving tourists or other cruise ship passengers. Reported incidents have been isolated to diplomats and government officials residing on the island. Our shore excursions and tour locations have been thoroughly evaluated and none are military owned or operated. The visa issuing process for our guests remains unchanged. We continue to believe that the best way to travel to Cuba is via cruise ship and look forward to continuing to offer our guests the opportunity to explore Cuba’s beauty, culture and friendly people. Bob Binder President and CEO, Oceania Cruises Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Waynetor Posted September 30, 2017 #9 Share Posted September 30, 2017 The attacks the diplomats and their families suffered through were done over a long time while in buildings. Tourist on cruise ships doing day tours have nothing to fear as far as similar attacks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJB Posted September 30, 2017 #10 Share Posted September 30, 2017 The attacks the diplomats and their families suffered through were done over a long time while in buildings. Tourist on cruise ships doing day tours have nothing to fear as far as similar attacks. I think we have to respect the State Dept. travel warnings and stay away until things clear up. Better safe than sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrHemlock Posted September 30, 2017 #11 Share Posted September 30, 2017 We're on board with Binder and Jan......at least, we hope to be as soon as the fraidy cats and worrywarts start canceling their bookings so spaces open up in the affordable cabins. Book'em, Danno! Be afraid; be very afraid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docmark Posted September 30, 2017 #12 Share Posted September 30, 2017 The attacks the diplomats and their families suffered through were done over a long time while in buildings. Tourist on cruise ships doing day tours have nothing to fear as far as similar attacks. I would REALLY like to know your source of information to support such an emphatic conclusion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJB Posted September 30, 2017 #13 Share Posted September 30, 2017 We're on board with Binder and Jan......at least, we hope to be as soon as the fraidy cats and worrywarts start canceling their bookings so spaces open up in the affordable cabins. Book'em, Danno! Be afraid; be very afraid. And if something happens, what are you going to say So Sorry. Did not think it could. Binder and Jan are in the business of selling cruises. No cruises no profit so I would take what they say with a grain of salt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jancruz Posted September 30, 2017 #14 Share Posted September 30, 2017 And if something happens, what are you going to say So Sorry. Did not think it could. Binder and Jan are in the business of selling cruises. No cruises no profit so I would take what they say with a grain of salt. You sir, do not know what you are talking about..I believe you are only trying to stir up trouble..please do not go to Cuba if you are concerned!! Jancruz1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkieMarkNYC Posted September 30, 2017 #15 Share Posted September 30, 2017 You sir, do not know what you are talking about..I believe you are only trying to stir up trouble..please do not go to Cuba if you are concerned!!Jancruz1 +1! A segment of the population is driven by fear. Too bad - it must be a depressing way to live. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eaches Posted September 30, 2017 #16 Share Posted September 30, 2017 We're on board with Binder and Jan......at least, we hope to be as soon as the fraidy cats and worrywarts start canceling their bookings so spaces open up in the affordable cabins. Book'em, Danno! Be afraid; be very afraid. I like that reply - we’re going - are you ? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jancruz Posted September 30, 2017 #17 Share Posted September 30, 2017 We are going, we will be on Insignia 11/24 so excited.. Jancruz1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoHoHo Posted October 1, 2017 #18 Share Posted October 1, 2017 We enjoyed two great days in Havana on Marina in April. Hope you have a great trip too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floridatravelersforlife Posted October 1, 2017 #19 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Oceania Cruises' voyages to Cuba will operate as scheduled. The safety and security of our guests and crew is always our first priority and we continue to maintain the highest security standards as we do in all ports of call. There have been no reported incidents involving tourists or other cruise ship passengers. Reported incidents have been isolated to diplomats and government officials residing on the island. Our shore excursions and tour locations have been thoroughly evaluated and none are military owned or operated. The visa issuing process for our guests remains unchanged. We continue to believe that the best way to travel to Cuba is via cruise ship and look forward to continuing to offer our guests the opportunity to explore Cuba’s beauty, culture and friendly people. Bob Binder President and CEO, Oceania Cruises Hey if Binder and company want to be accountable for liability of events unknown thats good enough for me. I'm taking the cruise to Cuba and using Oceania excursions. I've been in worse situations and survived without an incident. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Go-Bucks! Posted October 1, 2017 #20 Share Posted October 1, 2017 The sonic attacks happened in the embassy and hotels where diplomats were staying and happened over quite awhile. The govt included tourists in the warning because they might be staying in hotels. We cruisers are staying overnight on our ship and will only be in Cuba for a total of 4 days. What is there to fear? We'll be touring in cars and buses. We're going in December and are very excited. There's more to be afraid of in Europe! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pet Nit Noy Posted October 1, 2017 #21 Share Posted October 1, 2017 I would REALLY like to know your source of information to support such an emphatic conclusion. I'm not the person who posted the warning you're objecting to, and, frankly, i haven't heard anything about the duration of the exposure. However, the common denlminator among all the affected individuals is a building -- either a hotel or an embassy. You may be reassured to learn that SCIFS, Special Compartmented Information Facilities, used to require metal walls to defeat electronic spying. I'll state the obvious: Ships are made of metal. If I were visiting Cuba, even with the news about the mystery illness, a ship is the exact place I'd want to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJB Posted October 1, 2017 #22 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Hey if Binder and company want to be accountable for liability of events unknown thats good enough for me. I'm taking the cruise to Cuba and using Oceania excursions. I've been in worse situations and survived without an incident. They will find something in the fine print to show they are not accountable.. And it is not my concern but the State Dept. that is putting out the travel advisory of "Do Not Go To Cuba". Should consider taking their advice not mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jo-b Posted October 1, 2017 #23 Share Posted October 1, 2017 If the advice not to travel is an official US government advisory would this negate your travel insurance, say if you were taken ill or even lost luggage? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted October 1, 2017 #24 Share Posted October 1, 2017 If the advice not to travel is an official US government advisory would this negate your travel insurance, say if you were taken ill or even lost luggage? :confused: not sure what your point is US insurance is not provided for CUBA that is why the cruise line is including Cuban health ins in the fare Hopefully any lost luggage would appear before the ship sails from MIAMI if not you could buy something onboard or just have your clothes laundered until you return to the USA Take a change of clothes in your carry on just like flying anywhere ..luggage can go astray most Cuba cruises are a week or less Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted October 1, 2017 #25 Share Posted October 1, 2017 If anyone does not feel comfortable going to another Country whether there is an advisory or not then you should not go There are some Countries I will never travel to ... it is my personal choice YMMV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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