McHaggis69 Posted May 16, 2020 #1 Share Posted May 16, 2020 Just a straw poll. Its my wife's 50th and we booked upper class flights to Miami, Cruise round the Caribbean for 7 days then a short stop in Toronto before returning to Scotland... Question is - What do you think the chance of us getting to cruise on 23rd September with MSC? We are both totally willing to go if there are no actual/legal barriers, so not looking for advice, just gut feelings will MSC be cruising by then? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovetoholiday Posted May 16, 2020 #2 Share Posted May 16, 2020 I would love to think so, but seriously have my doubts. I'm hoping for October, so fingers crossed for all of us. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamrag Posted May 16, 2020 #3 Share Posted May 16, 2020 2 hours ago, McHaggis69 said: Just a straw poll. Its my wife's 50th and we booked upper class flights to Miami, Cruise round the Caribbean for 7 days then a short stop in Toronto before returning to Scotland... Question is - What do you think the chance of us getting to cruise on 23rd September with MSC? We are both totally willing to go if there are no actual/legal barriers, so not looking for advice, just gut feelings will MSC be cruising by then? I would say it's unlikely but, if there is one area in the world where it just might start up by mid-septemberish that is Florida! Good luck to fellow Scots. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Av8tor Posted May 16, 2020 #4 Share Posted May 16, 2020 We've got a booking a month later than yours and while we're still hoping it will go, there's no way to know that yet. Things are just much to fluid now to predict out 4-5 months. Even if Florida is "open," we don't know what restrictions will still be imposed on the cruise industry or which countries/islands will allow cruise ship port calls. We've been on many Caribbean cruises so the ports are that important to us but this will be our first MSC cruise (in Yacht Club to boot) so the on-board experience is what we are interested in discovering. If we just sail for seven days in hopefully warm & sunny weather will be OK by us (perhaps with a day in Ocean Cay?). Anyway - Hope it works out for you. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted May 16, 2020 #5 Share Posted May 16, 2020 Hope you can cruise, i think it’s a coin toss. We are booked 2 months later on seaside in Yacht club again,, not sure about our cruise either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmbhardy Posted May 17, 2020 #6 Share Posted May 17, 2020 I would say the chances are somewhere between slim and none. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Captain-John Posted May 17, 2020 #7 Share Posted May 17, 2020 16 hours ago, hamrag said: I would say it's unlikely but, if there is one area in the world where it just might start up by mid-septemberish that is Florida! Good luck to fellow Scots. I am in two minds about whether European cruising will open up before US cruising. I had thought the CDC were being particularly hard-ball with their criteria before allowing sailings again, whereas countries such as Greece are opening up for tourism (in limited form, so probably does not include cruising) soon. I am considering an October MSC cruise, Northern Europe out of Hamburg so close to home should anything go wrong/I need an exit. Had also planned the Greek Isles on NCL's Spirit in August but will admit that one looks a bit less likely!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTNORMANDIE Posted May 17, 2020 #8 Share Posted May 17, 2020 Sadly...I do not think MSC or any other line will be ready by the Fall. There are just too many obstacles to overcome. Just restructuring the buffet will take time. Testing each passenger before boarding will have to be worked out. Even if they do resume sailing, where do you think you would be sailing to?? Most ports will be closed to cruise traffic. Cruising in the near future might be limited to the ship and a visit to the private island. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Stockjock Posted May 17, 2020 #9 Share Posted May 17, 2020 My GF and I have a Northern Europe cruise out of London (Southampton) booked for mid-October. Flights are in place and we were going to stay 4 or 5 nights in London pre-cruise. I had asked my GF not to book non-refundable and unfortunately she did, so not sure how that will play out. I'm still guessing it's about 50/50 as to whether we can go or not. I guess time will tell in the coming months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BermudaBound2014 Posted May 17, 2020 #10 Share Posted May 17, 2020 Straw pole.... less than 5% Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neptuno Posted May 18, 2020 #11 Share Posted May 18, 2020 Well if you can get trip cancellation insurance, even if they are scheduling, hurricane season may be a large factor. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BirdTravels Posted May 22, 2020 #12 Share Posted May 22, 2020 On 5/16/2020 at 10:57 PM, gmbhardy said: I would say the chances are somewhere between slim and none. Based on what facts? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Até Posted May 22, 2020 #13 Share Posted May 22, 2020 27 minutes ago, BirdTravels said: Based on what facts? Rather than glibly question someones opinion why don't you state your facts for yours, that has yet to be expressed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KennyFla Posted May 22, 2020 #14 Share Posted May 22, 2020 We are looking at the Sept 19 cruise on Seaside, just waiting for FCCSent from my iPhone using Forums 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare HappyInVan Posted May 23, 2020 #15 Share Posted May 23, 2020 Not until WHO rescinds its pandemic alert. No covid insurance for you and the cruise lines. Won't happen as long as community transmission on-going in the Americas (USA, Brazil, Mexico), India, Middle East, Russia, UK, and starting to rise in Africa. Then, there's the problem of the requirement for 14-day isolation in many provinces/nations which will last for months after the province/nation has its epidemic under control. Sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hearthosesteeldrumsplayin Posted May 24, 2020 #16 Share Posted May 24, 2020 I'm wishing you luck that your cruise is a GO! Right now the CDC has cruises in the US locked out until late July OR cruise ships come up with agreeable plans. I know lines are working on what they can do...will it suffice? Who knows (and not WHO, although they may have better insight!) I have my fingers crossed for you, because we have a late Sept. sailing to Canada/NE, which I fear will not go. Back on MSC for a Nov cruise for DH's birthday. This year I'm batting 0 on my cruises....first one cancelled from death in family, 2nd one from the virus. Fingers crossed for 3 and/or 4 to make it! I'm in serious withdrawal right now! Latest information seems to point to virus not staying active on surfaces as long as once feared, so that may be helpful. Major hurdles and lots of unknowns still out there! I wish you good luck with your plans! Stay safe, stay healthy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyancho Posted May 25, 2020 #17 Share Posted May 25, 2020 Only God knows and he ain't talkin' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deliver42 Posted May 25, 2020 #18 Share Posted May 25, 2020 I'd give the chances at 50/50 at best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidless Posted May 26, 2020 #19 Share Posted May 26, 2020 I’m feeling positive for September cruises. As Florida resident I see how well state is doing and I am hopeful cruising we’ll resume as early as August. Universal Amusement park is opening June 5th which is an excellent sign. So fingers crossed! 🙏🏻🤞🏻🙏🏻🤞🏻 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmbhardy Posted May 29, 2020 #20 Share Posted May 29, 2020 On 5/21/2020 at 8:34 PM, BirdTravels said: Based on what facts? Hey Bird, just realized this comment was posted on the MSC forum. Just wondering how many cruises you’ve taken on MSC? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoundForSea Posted May 30, 2020 #21 Share Posted May 30, 2020 I really strongly think September is gonna happen out of Florida. Its somewhat of the best window of opportunity I think. Hurricanes notwithstanding, of course. If this thing rebounds its gonna be in November. I think September is going to be the goal post for Miami and Lauderdale sailings to open caribbean and Bahamian (private islands) ports for the cruise lines. Ive got a Sep 12 MIA, Oct 26 NY, Dec on NCL from MIA, Jan something MIA, and April MIA. Of those I think my September is the strongest, if this thing spikes again and people start coming down with it on ships in Fall again, its gonna be all stop again. Of course my opinion, isnt worth the electrons that this post is riding on!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McHaggis69 Posted June 25, 2020 Author #22 Share Posted June 25, 2020 Thanks for all the responses. With the sailing ban extended to 15th September, we have sadly decided we are probably best to reschedule to 2021. Even if sailings begin on 15th (doubtful given the way the pandemic is roaring back in Florida) then we don't particularly want to be the 'guinnea pigs' trialling some very new procedures and practices on board and at the various destinations. It could be total chaos. November and December we considered, but to be honest - we're just gonna look to late Spring 2021 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingFox27 Posted June 25, 2020 #23 Share Posted June 25, 2020 (edited) I'd say that's a very wise decision. A lot could improve in Florida in the time to September but if you've to make a decision now, it's certainly the safest and gives you peace of mind. Edited June 25, 2020 by CruisingFox27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deliver42 Posted June 26, 2020 #24 Share Posted June 26, 2020 I realize that September is 3 months away, but with the virus up tick in Floeida right now, i can't even see anybody wanting to fly here, much less get on a cruise here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamrag Posted June 26, 2020 #25 Share Posted June 26, 2020 1 hour ago, deliver42 said: I realize that September is 3 months away, but with the virus up tick in Floeida right now, i can't even see anybody wanting to fly here, much less get on a cruise here. Indeed, because of WDW restrictions the biggest UK tour operator has today announced cancellations to Florida through December. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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