Rare Lois R Posted June 22, 2021 #151 Share Posted June 22, 2021 14 minutes ago, cinbeach said: Thank you Lois for your reply. When I spoke to SS I was told we would need a Negative PCR test to enter. There is so much misinformation. I would love to hear from those of you who are on the ship now and exactly what you did - just have your vaccine card or have a PCR test with you. thanks Cindy Good morning🙂....I am following the Greek government direction. If you read the link I posted, they were quite specific on what is needed to enter the country. Not sure what information the SS person was giving you. I know you do need a test if you have not been vaccinated. But of course SS cruisers have to be vaccinated👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdaniel Posted June 22, 2021 #152 Share Posted June 22, 2021 (edited) 49 minutes ago, cinbeach said: Thank you Lois for your reply. When I spoke to SS I was told we would need a Negative PCR test to enter. There is so much misinformation. I would love to hear from those of you who are on the ship now and exactly what you did - just have your vaccine card or have a PCR test with you. thanks Cindy You are required to carry proof of vaccination, complete Hellenic PLF form and before boarding pass PCR test at pier. In addition, some are randomly PCR tested at airport (I was one of the lucky ones). I know it sounds awful, but after you are onboard experiencing superb service it becomes a very small price to pay. Come join us! We are having a blast! P.S.- Sorry forgot to add. These are requirements for US passengers… Edited June 22, 2021 by pdaniel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beaujolais Posted June 22, 2021 #153 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Still awaiting some kind person on the cruise to let us know the breakdown on the nationalities on board and also, who is the Captain, HD, etc. etc.? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lois R Posted June 22, 2021 #154 Share Posted June 22, 2021 23 minutes ago, pdaniel said: You are required to carry proof of vaccination, complete Hellenic PLF form and before boarding pass PCR test at pier. In addition, some are randomly PCR tested at airport (I was one of the lucky ones). I know it sounds awful, but after you are onboard experiencing superb service it becomes a very small price to pay. Come join us! We are having a blast! P.S.- Sorry forgot to add. These are requirements for US passengers… Thanks🙂.....so as I received that "informational email" from SS, the only test will be at the Pier? And possibly at at the airport........after arrival. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare spinnaker2 Posted June 22, 2021 Author #155 Share Posted June 22, 2021 1 hour ago, Herman The Cat said: And…the US requires a negative test prior to entry. Will Silversea be testing passengers before they depart the ship, or how will that be handled? In regard to embarkation, did they schedule you or could you show up whenever you wanted at the pier on an independent transfer? You can not board before 2 pm. You then enter a tent and are tested which is rapid test NOT pcr. Upon receiving negative test you proceed to next area to be processed and go through security. For us this procedure was long and we weren't aboard before 330 pm If you can arrive a day early i would suggest it in order to be rested when you board. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brimary Posted June 22, 2021 #156 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Sorry to hear the Early Embarkation loyalty perk has gone.Hope the rest of the loyalty perks remain intact and loyalty has not been totally discarded! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lois R Posted June 22, 2021 #157 Share Posted June 22, 2021 11 minutes ago, brimary said: Sorry to hear the Early Embarkation loyalty perk has gone.Hope the rest of the loyalty perks remain intact and loyalty has not been totally discarded! Good morning, I believe the delayed board is all for safety/health of all the guests....loyal, longtime customers and brand new ones too. Everyone received a letter who is sailing with all the new protocols on these sailings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare spinnaker2 Posted June 22, 2021 Author #158 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Brimary Early boarding will be back. Don't worry. This is the new procedure for the moment. Really once aboard aside from the masks and distancing you will be treated with all of the pomp and circumstance as before. The crew are extraordinary. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capri73 Posted June 22, 2021 #159 Share Posted June 22, 2021 37 minutes ago, spinnaker2 said: Brimary Early boarding will be back. Don't worry. This is the new procedure for the moment. Really once aboard aside from the masks and distancing you will be treated with all of the pomp and circumstance as before. The crew are extraordinary. Do you have to wear the mask on board? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare spinnaker2 Posted June 22, 2021 Author #160 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Capri Yes we have to wear a mask Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capri73 Posted June 22, 2021 #161 Share Posted June 22, 2021 4 minutes ago, spinnaker2 said: Capri Yes we have to wear a mask Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capri73 Posted June 22, 2021 #162 Share Posted June 22, 2021 WOW All the time? By the pool? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare TLCOhio Posted June 22, 2021 #163 Share Posted June 22, 2021 2 hours ago, spinnaker2 said: Brimary Early boarding will be back. Don't worry. This is the new procedure for the moment. Really once aboard aside from the masks and distancing you will be treated with all of the pomp and circumstance as before. The crew are extraordinary. Continued great updates and details. Besides masks, I have another question as relates to what people are "WEARING"??!! What are the ship dress codes? Having formal nights as previously done? How tightly is Silversea enforcing standards for men wearing coats in the evenings in the main dining area? At many high-end U.S. dining establishment, they have been "loosening up" as to enforcement of those requirements for gentlemen wearing jackets due to Covid, etc. What's up on the Silver Moon right now as you are sailing the Greek islands this summer? THANKS! Enjoy! Terry in Ohio Norway Coast/Fjords/Arctic Circle cruise from Copenhagen, July 2010, to the top of Europe. Scenic visuals with key tips. Live/blog at 242,158 views. www.boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1227923 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare spinnaker2 Posted June 22, 2021 Author #164 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Tomorrow all pax to have Covid test. Mask wearing walking around but not in restaurants or pool. Dress code enforced. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lois R Posted June 22, 2021 #165 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Hi Spins, thanks for keeping us updated. It is appreciated🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capri73 Posted June 22, 2021 #166 Share Posted June 22, 2021 49 minutes ago, spinnaker2 said: Tomorrow all pax to have Covid test. Mask wearing walking around but not in restaurants or pool. Dress code enforced. 20 minutes ago, Lois R said: Hi Spins, thanks for keeping us updated. It is appreciated🙂 21 minutes ago, Lois R said: Hi Spins, thanks for keeping us updated. It is appreciated🙂 Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare CruiserFromMaine Posted June 22, 2021 #167 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Maybe I missed it, but what was the muster drill like? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capri73 Posted June 22, 2021 #168 Share Posted June 22, 2021 17 minutes ago, Capri73 said: Thank you I really am rethinking our cruise in Dec. After mask wearing and tests for the last 15 months I am not comfortable doing that on a vacation .Hopefully things will change by Oct 2 that is our cancelation date. Thank you for all the information really appreciate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lois R Posted June 22, 2021 #169 Share Posted June 22, 2021 41 minutes ago, CruiserFromMaine said: Maybe I missed it, but what was the muster drill like? Hi, I received this in the mail about muster........ ENHANCED SAFETY DRILL:We have designed an enhanced, staggered group safety drill that will be completed in two phases to ensure physical distancing and to reduce the drill’s duration. The safety drill’s first phase must now be completed by viewing and acknowledging the safety drill video on the ‘My Cruise’ app or on your in-suite TV. This first step must be completed upon arrival in your suite to enable you to be pre-assigned to a group, time slot, and muster station for phase two of the drill. The second phase will be performed from a minimum of one to a maximum of three groups in our dedicated muster stations to ensure physical distancing. Maybe someone on board can tell us if this is how it all took place🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare spinnaker2 Posted June 23, 2021 Author #170 Share Posted June 23, 2021 U must watch drill video in your suite first. Acknowledge u have done so. Then go to drill. U do not wear life jacket but u r shown how to don and given other safety info. Then u go in small groups outside. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare spinnaker2 Posted June 23, 2021 Author #171 Share Posted June 23, 2021 As for mask wearing it is not onerous. I would not let it deter me from taking a cruise. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare spinnaker2 Posted June 23, 2021 Author #172 Share Posted June 23, 2021 Sea day. 6:11 am. En route to Cyprus. 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdaniel Posted June 23, 2021 #173 Share Posted June 23, 2021 Spinnaker is correct. The COVID test is a rapid antigen test not PCR. Sorry for posting the incorrect information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markham Posted June 23, 2021 #174 Share Posted June 23, 2021 Spinnaker, I can’t thank you enough for your posts from Moon! What a pick me up. Which reminds me of my favorite Italian cake- tiramisu. Buon viaggio! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seaver Posted June 23, 2021 #175 Share Posted June 23, 2021 13 hours ago, Capri73 said: I really am rethinking our cruise in Dec. After mask wearing and tests for the last 15 months I am not comfortable doing that on a vacation .Hopefully things will change by Oct 2 that is our cancelation date. Thank you for all the information really appreciate it. I am with you! What I don't understand is if everyone is vaccinated why masks ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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