Rare Beamafar Posted April 27, 2021 #1 Share Posted April 27, 2021 Just received the following from MSC UK: http://static.contactlab.it/spacer.gif http://static.contactlab.it/img/spacer.gif Dear Bea You're officially invited to our members only webinar on 5th May! Your host will be MSC Cruises UK Managing Director, Antonio Paradiso. We'll be introducing our new flagship, MSC Virtuosa and her new British Isles cruise itineraries. Sign up via the form below by the 29th April, and submit your questions about anything regarding our cruises, our ships and our company. We'll get through as many as possible on the day. http://static.contactlab.it/spacer.gif http://static.contactlab.it/img/spacer.gif http://static.contactlab.it/img/spacer.gif Best regards, MSC Cruises UK Any suggestions for questions (be nice, folks!)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kernow Posted April 27, 2021 #2 Share Posted April 27, 2021 I also had this email. I've asked if they can specify exactly what they require regarding proof of testing and vaccinations and also what insurance details they need for the Virtuosa cruises. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Huntingdon1701 Posted April 27, 2021 #3 Share Posted April 27, 2021 1 hour ago, kernow said: I also had this email. I've asked if they can specify exactly what they require regarding proof of testing and vaccinations and also what insurance details they need for the Virtuosa cruises. I submitted the same questions. And hopefully they've dropped the requirement to print two copies of the test result - it's gone from the main text, but is still in the FAQ text. Have they said anywhere what time the webinar is? I've read and re-read the invite but can't spot it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kernow Posted April 27, 2021 #4 Share Posted April 27, 2021 I couldn't see the time either. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare little britain Posted April 27, 2021 #5 Share Posted April 27, 2021 (edited) My invitation must still be in the post....! Edited April 27, 2021 by little britain 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Até Posted April 27, 2021 #6 Share Posted April 27, 2021 For the past and near Italian sailings MSC requires Schengen passengers purchase MSC's (or provide proof of a personal) COVID insurance plan which in part covers the monetary loss of missing the entire cruise or portion of the cruise due to being denied boarding or re-boarding at a port. Or those disembarked due to becoming sick while on the ship or deemed too close to someone who becomes sick on the the ship. On the UK site I don't see any insurance option during booking Virtuosa, nor even for the May Grandiosa and Seaside sailings. The MSC UK FAQ only states if denied boarding or disembarked you will be "assisted" in the steps of your return home or be treated in a local medical facility. Therefore I also doubt MSC would cover any cost involved from getting back to your home. So for the UK sailings I assume it's up to each individual to purchase their own insurance to cover those possible losses? One other question would be are passports required for the UK only sailings? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare little britain Posted April 27, 2021 #7 Share Posted April 27, 2021 3 hours ago, little britain said: My invitation must still be in the post....! Ah it got sent to my husband. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Beamafar Posted April 27, 2021 Author #8 Share Posted April 27, 2021 (edited) 3 minutes ago, little britain said: Ah it got sent to my husband. DH got one as well. Quite surprised, actually, as we rarely get emails from them. Edited April 27, 2021 by Beamafar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Huntingdon1701 Posted April 27, 2021 #9 Share Posted April 27, 2021 33 minutes ago, Até said: For the past and near Italian sailings MSC requires Schengen passengers purchase MSC's (or provide proof of a personal) COVID insurance plan .... So for the UK sailings I assume it's up to each individual to purchase their own insurance to cover those possible losses? There's a longer insurance thread going where others have spoken to MSC and been told they're developing a UK equivalent of that offer - although I haven't seen it available yet. Posters in the thread have also come up with several good alternatives too. Good question about the passport. Possibly for use as ID rather than a travel document? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kernow Posted April 27, 2021 #10 Share Posted April 27, 2021 35 minutes ago, Até said: For the past and near Italian sailings MSC requires Schengen passengers purchase MSC's (or provide proof of a personal) COVID insurance plan which in part covers the monetary loss of missing the entire cruise or portion of the cruise due to being denied boarding or re-boarding at a port. Or those disembarked due to becoming sick while on the ship or deemed too close to someone who becomes sick on the the ship. On the UK site I don't see any insurance option during booking Virtuosa, nor even for the May Grandiosa and Seaside sailings. The MSC UK FAQ only states if denied boarding or disembarked you will be "assisted" in the steps of your return home or be treated in a local medical facility. Therefore I also doubt MSC would cover any cost involved from getting back to your home. So for the UK sailings I assume it's up to each individual to purchase their own insurance to cover those possible losses? One other question would be are passports required for the UK only sailings? When we booked the cruise we were told that they wanted to see proof of insurance before boarding. They haven't said exactly what cover they require though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidari Posted April 27, 2021 #11 Share Posted April 27, 2021 5 hours ago, Até said: For the past and near Italian sailings MSC requires Schengen passengers purchase MSC's (or provide proof of a personal) COVID insurance plan which in part covers the monetary loss of missing the entire cruise or portion of the cruise due to being denied boarding or re-boarding at a port. Or those disembarked due to becoming sick while on the ship or deemed too close to someone who becomes sick on the the ship. On the UK site I don't see any insurance option during booking Virtuosa, nor even for the May Grandiosa and Seaside sailings. The MSC UK FAQ only states if denied boarding or disembarked you will be "assisted" in the steps of your return home or be treated in a local medical facility. Therefore I also doubt MSC would cover any cost involved from getting back to your home. So for the UK sailings I assume it's up to each individual to purchase their own insurance to cover those possible losses? One other question would be are passports required for the UK only sailings? Passports are required because you are leaving land as you do for flights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingFox27 Posted April 27, 2021 #12 Share Posted April 27, 2021 6 hours ago, Couple-Somerset said: i do love the Exclusive invites that go to 100,000 people lol I'm feeling less special about my exclusive invite now 😂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingFox27 Posted April 28, 2021 #13 Share Posted April 28, 2021 2 hours ago, Couple-Somerset said: You're still special to the rest of us though (well Ok I'd probably stamp on your head to reach a free bar but you get the idea) Perfectly acceptable 🤣 🥂 DH often says I'm special but I strongly suspect its not intended as a compliment 🤔😂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Beamafar Posted May 5, 2021 Author #14 Share Posted May 5, 2021 So, Webinar is Live - anyone watching? I have it on at the moment but don’t know if I’ll stay the course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kernow Posted May 5, 2021 #15 Share Posted May 5, 2021 Yes, still watching, they are now covering the proof required to board. NHS lateral flow tests are allowed. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Beamafar Posted May 5, 2021 Author #16 Share Posted May 5, 2021 10 minutes ago, kernow said: Yes, still watching, they are now covering the proof required to board. NHS lateral flow tests are allowed. And, despite him saying he's not supposed to say it, Antonio has said the LFTs are free 😆 Kettles will be provided in cabins for the UK sailings. There'll be black pudding available, plus Sunday roast with gravy and Yorkshire puds. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Beamafar Posted May 5, 2021 Author #17 Share Posted May 5, 2021 (edited) There will be 2 Hotel Directors, one being British and the other American. The number of announcements will be reduced and will be in English only. The currency onboard will be Sterling; the included all-inclusive drinks package will cover drinks up to £10. Capacity onboard will be 75-80% occupancy - 1000 pax onboard. Edited May 5, 2021 by Beamafar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Beamafar Posted May 5, 2021 Author #18 Share Posted May 5, 2021 (edited) The first four mini sailings will be classed as maiden voyages so will have special treats onboard. Bars will closer earlier than usual. Measures in place will be re-assessed for sailings from June. Edited May 5, 2021 by Beamafar 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Beamafar Posted May 5, 2021 Author #19 Share Posted May 5, 2021 You may be denied boarding if you do not have Covid covered in your travel insurance. MSC will not be selling the insurance. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamrag Posted May 5, 2021 #20 Share Posted May 5, 2021 19 minutes ago, Beamafar said: ...There'll be black pudding available, plus Sunday roast with gravy and Yorkshire puds. Eeek, please noooooooooo! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kernow Posted May 5, 2021 #21 Share Posted May 5, 2021 I think that covered all the Virtuosa questions, can't wait to sail now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Beamafar Posted May 5, 2021 Author #22 Share Posted May 5, 2021 3 minutes ago, hamrag said: Eeek, please noooooooooo! Your lot may have a problem with proving you've been vaccinated, apparently. No problems for the English and Welsh! 😏 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Beamafar Posted May 5, 2021 Author #23 Share Posted May 5, 2021 The new terminal, Horizon, should be ready by early July. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Beamafar Posted May 5, 2021 Author #24 Share Posted May 5, 2021 You will only be allowed off the ship if you're on an MSC excursion. He's now finished answering questions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidari Posted May 5, 2021 #25 Share Posted May 5, 2021 1 hour ago, Beamafar said: You will only be allowed off the ship if you're on an MSC excursion. He's now finished answering questions. Bea ... Was that for All sailings or until restrictions are lifted in June ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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