suizas Posted August 28, 2021 #1 Share Posted August 28, 2021 Eeek! nerves are kicking in... I am boarding Symphony tomorrow. Had the PCR test done on Thursday and still waiting for results. In the meantime should I go get a rapid test? would Royal even take that as a back up if for some reason the PCR is not in by noon tomorrow when I am supposed to board? and yes, I am vaccinated.. Thanks! Susan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molly361 Posted August 28, 2021 #2 Share Posted August 28, 2021 They accept the rapid test 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyShiva Posted August 28, 2021 #3 Share Posted August 28, 2021 Links for you: https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/testing-sites/ RCI Link for testing accepted (not the over the counter test, always one with someone watching you or taking the sample): https://www.royalcaribbean.com/the-healthy-sail-center/getting-ready-to-cruise Difference between the tests: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bajathree Posted August 28, 2021 #4 Share Posted August 28, 2021 6 minutes ago, suizas said: Eeek! nerves are kicking in... I am boarding Symphony tomorrow. Had the PCR test done on Thursday and still waiting for results. In the meantime should I go get a rapid test? would Royal even take that as a back up if for some reason the PCR is not in by noon tomorrow when I am supposed to board? and yes, I am vaccinated.. Thanks! Susan Exactly the reason why I bought the BinaxNOW Ag Card Home Test. Yes they will accept rapid test. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerseygirl1416 Posted August 28, 2021 #5 Share Posted August 28, 2021 (edited) And yes definitely go get the rapid test today. Don’t wait for the PCR results at this point. Too many reports of people not allowed to embark because their test results weren’t back yet. Good luck!🍀 Edited August 28, 2021 by Jerseygirl1416 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachmike1959 Posted August 28, 2021 #6 Share Posted August 28, 2021 DW and i have a pcr test scheduled for thursday before our september 12 oasis sail. and then and antigen test on friday. Plan A plan B covered. we are driving so if we do not hear back from either we are stopping on the way to the ship at 9am and cross our fingers 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasukkie Posted August 28, 2021 #7 Share Posted August 28, 2021 Do the people whose test results aren't back in time get future cruise credit at least? It's really not their fault. It would be nice if people who can show they had the test done but don't have their results yet could access the testing at the pier that the unvaccinated have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerseygirl1416 Posted August 28, 2021 #8 Share Posted August 28, 2021 2 minutes ago, Jasukkie said: Do the people whose test results aren't back in time get future cruise credit at least? It's really not their fault. It would be nice if people who can show they had the test done but don't have their results yet could access the testing at the pier that the unvaccinated have. The last report on here that was denied boarding said they were told no refund either but I suspect if they put up enough of a fuss they’ll end up with FCC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted August 28, 2021 #9 Share Posted August 28, 2021 1 minute ago, Jerseygirl1416 said: The last report on here that was denied boarding said they were told no refund either but I suspect if they put up enough of a fuss they’ll end up with FCC. Denied boarding for most reasons should have a refund option as well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ticketsunlimited Posted August 28, 2021 #10 Share Posted August 28, 2021 Unfortunately they only get a Royal Caribbean key chain and a bingo tee shirt as parting gifts.😉 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chawkjewel Posted August 28, 2021 #11 Share Posted August 28, 2021 48 minutes ago, suizas said: Eeek! nerves are kicking in... I am boarding Symphony tomorrow. Had the PCR test done on Thursday and still waiting for results. In the meantime should I go get a rapid test? would Royal even take that as a back up if for some reason the PCR is not in by noon tomorrow when I am supposed to board? and yes, I am vaccinated.. Thanks! Susan Get the rapid antigen test and enjoy your cruise!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molly361 Posted August 28, 2021 #12 Share Posted August 28, 2021 5 minutes ago, Jasukkie said: Do the people whose test results aren't back in time get future cruise credit at least? It's really not their fault. It would be nice if people who can show they had the test done but don't have their results yet could access the testing at the pier that the unvaccinated have. From what I have read no they don't Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AustinCruise Posted August 28, 2021 #13 Share Posted August 28, 2021 Make sure it’s not the over the counter type. It has to be monitored by someone certified. yes, I would get the antigen test somewhere ASAP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AustinCruise Posted August 28, 2021 #14 Share Posted August 28, 2021 (edited) Btw - you said test on Thursday and boarding tomorrow (Monday?). That’s 4 days if those days are correct. Must be within 3 days. NEVERMIND. IM AN IDIOT. Edited August 28, 2021 by AustinCruise 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joanne59 Posted August 28, 2021 #15 Share Posted August 28, 2021 Rapid tests are the only way to set your mind at ease. Every time we travel, I find a local free rapid/PCR test in the area, when we return home. Getting on a ship next Sunday and have several local spots to get tested. If all else fails, many airports also offer rapid tests for a fee. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joanne59 Posted August 28, 2021 #16 Share Posted August 28, 2021 1 minute ago, AustinCruise said: Btw - you said test on Thursday and boarding tomorrow (Monday?). That’s 4 days if those days are correct. Must be within 3 days. Today is Saturday… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted August 28, 2021 #17 Share Posted August 28, 2021 1 minute ago, AustinCruise said: Btw - you said test on Thursday and boarding tomorrow (Monday?). That’s 4 days if those days are correct. Must be within 3 days. I think today is Saturday in most of the world and tomorrow is Sunday. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chawkjewel Posted August 28, 2021 #18 Share Posted August 28, 2021 1 minute ago, AustinCruise said: Btw - you said test on Thursday and boarding tomorrow (Monday?). That’s 4 days if those days are correct. Must be within 3 days. Tomorrow is Sunday. 3 days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AustinCruise Posted August 28, 2021 #19 Share Posted August 28, 2021 Just now, chawkjewel said: Tomorrow is Sunday. 3 days. Ha. I’m an idiot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryano Posted August 28, 2021 #20 Share Posted August 28, 2021 (edited) ....... Edited August 28, 2021 by ryano Already posted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chawkjewel Posted August 28, 2021 #21 Share Posted August 28, 2021 1 minute ago, AustinCruise said: Ha. I’m an idiot! Not an idiot. Just moving too fast. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AustinCruise Posted August 28, 2021 #22 Share Posted August 28, 2021 3 minutes ago, chawkjewel said: Not an idiot. Just moving too fast. Just cruising tomorrow, in a pandemic and near a hurricane. 🙃 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chawkjewel Posted August 28, 2021 #23 Share Posted August 28, 2021 Just now, AustinCruise said: Just cruising tomorrow, in a pandemic and near a hurricane. 🙃 If you are leaving from Galveston, you should be just fine. the hurricane is tracking further east and they will likely hug the coast of Texas to stay out of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare livingonthebeach Posted August 28, 2021 #24 Share Posted August 28, 2021 28 minutes ago, chawkjewel said: If you are leaving from Galveston, you should be just fine. the hurricane is tracking further east and they will likely hug the coast of Texas to stay out of it. Yes expected to hit Louisiana as a Cat 4. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ONECRUISER Posted August 28, 2021 #25 Share Posted August 28, 2021 4 hours ago, coachmike1959 said: DW and i have a pcr test scheduled for thursday before our september 12 oasis sail. and then and antigen test on friday. Plan A plan B covered. we are driving so if we do not hear back from either we are stopping on the way to the ship at 9am and cross our fingers Agree. Don't Cruise for another 3 months but have already scheduled a backup Antigen just in case Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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