Rare KKB Posted August 6, 2021 #1 Share Posted August 6, 2021 We were informed last night that we were diverting to Grand Turk to get a medical transport for a passenger (non-COVID related) We are still waiting to depart. We have been assured we will have a delayed arrival tomorrow, but that we WOULD arrive tomorrow. Our flight was 11Am tomorrow—which requires pretty much an on time arrival. Already rebooked for Sunday AM. $75 more each plus $150 for Crowne Plaza tomorrow night—both would be A LOT more expensive during “normal” cruising times! We expect to hear a lot of complaining today…goodness knows many have struggled to let last Saturday’s embarkation difficulties go…🙄 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helen haywood Posted August 6, 2021 #2 Share Posted August 6, 2021 Keep us posted as to the new (expected) arrival time tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kearney Posted August 6, 2021 #3 Share Posted August 6, 2021 Out of curiosity, have they changed masking policy on this sailing....like Royal did on their AOS sailing out of Nassau... everyone >12 vaccinated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dta3201 Posted August 6, 2021 #4 Share Posted August 6, 2021 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremiah1212 Posted August 6, 2021 #5 Share Posted August 6, 2021 3 minutes ago, dta3201 said: Ouch. Not many people will be making Saturday flights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susanb10567 Posted August 6, 2021 #6 Share Posted August 6, 2021 Sending positive vibes for patient that needed to be evacuated… Am I reading this right ..is the Edge now leaving on Sunday? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare AbbyCruiser45 Posted August 6, 2021 #7 Share Posted August 6, 2021 9 minutes ago, Jeremiah1212 said: Ouch. Not many people will be making Saturday flights. Not to mention another messy embarkation day. For all these huge changes, it must be a pretty serious medical situation. I cannot imagine what the family is going through. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremiah1212 Posted August 6, 2021 #8 Share Posted August 6, 2021 1 minute ago, Susanb10567 said: Sending positive vibes for patient that needed to be evacuated… Am I reading this right ..is the Edge now leaving on Sunday? 2am on Sunday morning according to the port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nvadav Posted August 6, 2021 #9 Share Posted August 6, 2021 Capt. Kate just announced 5pm arrival in FFL tomorrow afternoon. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted August 6, 2021 #10 Share Posted August 6, 2021 5 minutes ago, Nvadav said: Capt. Kate just announced 5pm arrival in FFL tomorrow afternoon. Well...that means another (nearly) day of fun and frivolity on the ship. But, a big headache for missed flights, and certainly embarkation of those just heading to FLL. I'm hoping Celebrity has let those folks who are looking to embark tomorrow what's happening. Otherwise, oh boy....... Hope whatever medical emergency it was that it will turn out "OK" for all involved. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbenboys Posted August 6, 2021 #11 Share Posted August 6, 2021 55 minutes ago, Jeremiah1212 said: 2am on Sunday morning according to the port. I read it as 2pm arrival on Sat. and departing the next day Sunday at 2am. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fouremco Posted August 6, 2021 #12 Share Posted August 6, 2021 So, what happens now, do those embarking add 8 hours to their assigned boarding times? It will be interesting to see what notification they send to passengers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
39august Posted August 6, 2021 #13 Share Posted August 6, 2021 And how will this affect the 72 hr. test requirements? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare oskidunker Posted August 6, 2021 #14 Share Posted August 6, 2021 Not all hotels have reduced prices. The Marriott in Seattle is $300 per night with minimal services and $55 per day parking. I booked it as I am on points for one night. None of the hotels will take the 35k Marriott free night certs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfer100 Posted August 6, 2021 #15 Share Posted August 6, 2021 I am boarding the 8/7 sailing. My Celebrity app just offered my a new choice of times to arrive at the port. I selected 3:30 pm. But, I am also going to be watching closely since this may well change again. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silkroad Posted August 6, 2021 #16 Share Posted August 6, 2021 14 minutes ago, 39august said: And how will this affect the 72 hr. test requirements? I would imagine Celebrity would accept tests that were valid for the original embarkation time. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silkroad Posted August 6, 2021 #17 Share Posted August 6, 2021 I’m very sorry to see this. My heart goes out the both the ill passenger and their family. I hope they have a full recovery🌺 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nocl Posted August 6, 2021 #18 Share Posted August 6, 2021 1 hour ago, oskidunker said: Not all hotels have reduced prices. The Marriott in Seattle is $300 per night with minimal services and $55 per day parking. I booked it as I am on points for one night. None of the hotels will take the 35k Marriott free night certs. All of the chains seem to be devaluing point values with many hotels not have reward nights available. Usually the Park Hyatt Seattle has reasonable prices for Seattle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Searanger Posted August 6, 2021 #19 Share Posted August 6, 2021 (edited) Certainly doesn't have the pedal to the metal. Currently showing 19kn and off the coast of Providenciales. So 500 nm at that speed we are looking at 26 more hours. So arrival in Ft Lauderdale at 3pm tomorrow. Wow glad I'm not coming or going tomorrow. It will takes days for people to get home with whats happening with airline cancellations. Edited August 6, 2021 by Searanger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTarrant Posted August 6, 2021 #20 Share Posted August 6, 2021 (edited) I am on the 7th sailing; my embarkation time was 12:30. Earlier we got a note that the ship would be arriving at the port at 2 pm. And 5 minutes ago got another email that the ship will not arrive until 5 pm at the earliest and "updated embarkation time" and any cruise changes will come by 10 pm tonight. There better be some OBC involved with this; we're missing a dinner and more. I hope the person is OK, given it had to be rerouted it sounds serious. I don't want to make light of their situation, we just have no place to go - our hotel checkout is 11 am, and our hotel won't hold our luggage. Edited August 6, 2021 by GTarrant 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcpc Posted August 6, 2021 #21 Share Posted August 6, 2021 (edited) 21 minutes ago, GTarrant said: I am on the 7th sailing; my embarkation time was 12:30. Earlier we got a note that the ship would be arriving at the port at 2 pm. And 5 minutes ago got another email that the ship will not arrive until 5 pm at the earliest and "updated embarkation time" and any cruise changes will come by 10 pm tonight. There better be some OBC involved with this; we're missing a dinner and more. I hope the person is OK, given it had to be rerouted it sounds serious. I don't want to make light of their situation, we just have no place to go - our hotel checkout is 11 am, and our hotel won't hold our luggage. I know that this delay must be upsetting to passengers scheduled to board tomorrow. But what's the old saying......"stuff" happens! Try to remain calm and take it in stride (I know.....easier said than done). Maybe you can rent a "day room" at your hotel and spend the afternoon there sitting by the pool and having a few drinks. If your hotel won't rent you a "day room" I'm sure there are plenty that will. Try to check that option out. If not, take a taxi (and, yes, cart your luggage along) to a nice restaurant and have a leisurely lunch and a cocktail or two. Many restaurants will let you linger over dessert and drinks for quite some time if they don't need the table for other customers. I'm confident that this delay is not Celebrity's fault and they obviously diverted to save a person's life. I'm also confident that you will see an OBC posted to your account. Good luck and have a wonderful cruise (once you finally are onboard). Edited August 6, 2021 by jcpc 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxo Posted August 6, 2021 #22 Share Posted August 6, 2021 (edited) Why not open the terminal to allow people to sit there and Celebrity provide food and beverages to them? We have had this happen to us in foreign ports more than once. One time in FLL the ship was late by 6 hours. Princess take us all to a banquet hall to sit, served us a meal and drinks, then took us back to the ship when we were ready to board. Edited August 6, 2021 by Oxo 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTarrant Posted August 6, 2021 #23 Share Posted August 6, 2021 Oh, I know we'll enjoy ourselves. We've been waiting for this for a long time. (My husband is worried about our Covid tests no longer being 72 hours before the ship leaves...I told him I highly doubt Celebrity is going to invalidate potentially dozens to hundreds of tests due to the delay). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spammie Posted August 6, 2021 #24 Share Posted August 6, 2021 https://www.dayuse.com/s/united-states/florida/broward-county/fort-lauderdale?gclid=Cj0KCQjwu7OIBhCsARIsALxCUaOCFqw_K9pmoqcsxUnzqd6vXC7-xC9PvUv6yII1Mf-l-fFPr1cBQ3waAoFHEALw_wcB 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail2day Posted August 6, 2021 #25 Share Posted August 6, 2021 Keep us updated on the arrival time tomorrow in PEV. Good Luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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