karen11g Posted January 3, 2022 #101 Share Posted January 3, 2022 1 hour ago, movin12 said: Yes, I would be interested to know where grayjay heard this. “Serious media reports”, I can’t find any news on this. I hope it won’t affect the Jan. 11th cruise. Looks like there aren't reports in US media yet. Here are two articles from Europe: https://www.nrk.no/tromsogfinnmark/koronasmitte-pa-hurtigrutens-ms-_roald-amundsen_-i-antarktis-1.15793641 https://www.vol.no/nyheter/2022/01/03/Koronautbrudd-på-Hurtigruten-25002126.ece Using Google translate, it seems three passengers tested positive on day 6 of the cruise that departed Dec. 27(?). They and 8 others (some passengers, some crew) who were deemed close contacts were isolated. Today we got our welcome aboard email from Hurtigruten for Jan 11 cruise, so looks like it's not stopping them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heartfelttraveler Posted January 4, 2022 #102 Share Posted January 4, 2022 6 hours ago, karen11g said: Looks like there aren't reports in US media yet. Here are two articles from Europe: https://www.nrk.no/tromsogfinnmark/koronasmitte-pa-hurtigrutens-ms-_roald-amundsen_-i-antarktis-1.15793641 https://www.vol.no/nyheter/2022/01/03/Koronautbrudd-på-Hurtigruten-25002126.ece Using Google translate, it seems three passengers tested positive on day 6 of the cruise that departed Dec. 27(?). They and 8 others (some passengers, some crew) who were deemed close contacts were isolated. Today we got our welcome aboard email from Hurtigruten for Jan 11 cruise, so looks like it's not stopping them. Crap for those affected. Hope they continue to show no symptoms and test negative soon. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
movin12 Posted January 5, 2022 #103 Share Posted January 5, 2022 It looks like getting tested and getting the results back in time for the flight will now be a problem. No appointments available and delays getting results back from labs. Anyone else having this problem or have ideas to get tested and quick results. I hate to think we be left behind because of this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaureenM Posted January 5, 2022 #104 Share Posted January 5, 2022 On 1/3/2022 at 8:33 PM, Heartfelttraveler said: Crap for those affected. Hope they continue to show no symptoms and test negative soon. was just in contact with someone on the current sailing of the RA. 3 passengers tested positive. They are asymptomatic. They are using deck 4 for quarantine. One of the people is positive but their spouse is negative. Don't know much more than this. They are feeling they contracted it on the plane over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khle Posted January 6, 2022 #105 Share Posted January 6, 2022 Looks like the Amundsen canceled prematurely now for their current sailing - I suspect that the next one will be impacted as well? They are "only" skipping the Falklands (which is still significant). We were on the December 10-27, 2021 sailing as well - so were quite lucky having an amazing trip and to do everything as scheduled as there were no COVID cases on board (next to some weather issues - which is normal). https://www.nrk.no/tromsogfinnmark/avbryter-seilas-etter-koronasmitte-1.15798234 January 6, 2022 at 13:38 Interrupts sailing after corona infection Four new cases of covid-19 have been registered on board the MS «Roald Amundsen». Thus, ten of the guests have so far tested positive . The ship is currently in Antarctica, but the voyage is now interrupted immediately, and the ship will return to Chile. This was stated by the captain over the loudspeaker system to the passengers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen11g Posted January 6, 2022 #106 Share Posted January 6, 2022 2 hours ago, khle said: Looks like the Amundsen canceled prematurely now for their current sailing - I suspect that the next one will be impacted as well? They are "only" skipping the Falklands (which is still significant). I wonder whether Hurtigruten made the call or if the Falklands decided the ship couldn’t dock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike11 Posted January 6, 2022 #107 Share Posted January 6, 2022 4 hours ago, khle said: Looks like the Amundsen canceled prematurely now for their current sailing - I suspect that the next one will be impacted as well? They are "only" skipping the Falklands (which is still significant). We were on the December 10-27, 2021 sailing as well - so were quite lucky having an amazing trip and to do everything as scheduled as there were no COVID cases on board (next to some weather issues - which is normal). https://www.nrk.no/tromsogfinnmark/avbryter-seilas-etter-koronasmitte-1.15798234 January 6, 2022 at 13:38 Interrupts sailing after corona infection Four new cases of covid-19 have been registered on board the MS «Roald Amundsen». Thus, ten of the guests have so far tested positive . The ship is currently in Antarctica, but the voyage is now interrupted immediately, and the ship will return to Chile. This was stated by the captain over the loudspeaker system to the passengers. According to Marine Traffic the Roald Amundsen is now due at Punta Arenas on the 9th ( rather than the 12th as originally planned). Hopefully this will give enough time to get clearance to sail again on the 12th?? I guess that when the Chilean authorities gave the go ahead to Antarctica expeditions, they put together plans and procedures for when an outbreak occurs. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DemExplorers Posted January 7, 2022 #108 Share Posted January 7, 2022 On 1/5/2022 at 12:42 AM, movin12 said: It looks like getting tested and getting the results back in time for the flight will now be a problem. No appointments available and delays getting results back from labs. Anyone else having this problem or have ideas to get tested and quick results. I hate to think we be left behind because of this. We got our PCR results from Kaiser too late while on our first flight. We booked backup rapid antigen tests with Sick.org for yesterday. They deliver “free” tests for a $25 delivery fee and it worked great. Only in some areas though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike11 Posted January 7, 2022 #109 Share Posted January 7, 2022 1 hour ago, DemExplorers said: We got our PCR results from Kaiser too late while on our first flight. We booked backup rapid antigen tests with Sick.org for yesterday. They deliver “free” tests for a $25 delivery fee and it worked great. Only in some areas though. I was under the impression that you had to have a PCR test for entry to Chile and that antigen tests were not acceptable. Or did you use the antigen test for an internal flight before flying to Chile? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DemExplorers Posted January 7, 2022 #110 Share Posted January 7, 2022 1 hour ago, Spike11 said: I was under the impression that you had to have a PCR test for entry to Chile and that antigen tests were not acceptable. Or did you use the antigen test for an internal flight before flying to Chile? We are currently on our way to Iguazu Falls in Brazil for 2 nights. The Kaiser PCR results arrived during our first leg and we have PCR tests scheduled for Saturday at the hotel. This is so complicated. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DemExplorers Posted January 9, 2022 #111 Share Posted January 9, 2022 We are enroute and my bag of wool socks and all my underwear is sitting on a chair in my bedroom. Is there a ship’s store that can replace items or a store in Santiago for supplies? Too late for Amazon now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CraigShanklin Posted January 9, 2022 #112 Share Posted January 9, 2022 8 minutes ago, DemExplorers said: We are enroute and my bag of wool socks and all my underwear is sitting on a chair in my bedroom. Is there a ship’s store that can replace items or a store in Santiago for supplies? Too late for Amazon now. The onboard ship store had a surprisingly good supply of almost all the items you might need (like socks). The Santiago airport has an awesome outdoor store too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CraigShanklin Posted January 9, 2022 #113 Share Posted January 9, 2022 1 minute ago, CraigShanklin said: The onboard ship store had a surprisingly good supply of almost all the items you might need (like socks). The Santiago airport has an awesome outdoor store too. additionally…there is awesome shopping in Santiago…and depending on your timing…even in Punta Arenas. One couple on our Hurtigruten charter flight from Santiago to Punta Arenas had lost their luggage upon arriving in Chile. Once our charter landed in Punta Arenas, instead of taking the bus to the ship…took a cab shopping to replace EVERYTHING they were missing. They had plenty of time for shopping and easily made the ship with everything they needed. You are fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanCruise Posted January 9, 2022 Author #114 Share Posted January 9, 2022 The current Roald Amundsen cruise which was shortened due to some Covid cases is back in Punta Arenas this morning, having missed the visit to the Falklands. Every one to be tested on arrival and apparently the positive cases and contacts will quarantine in hotels. The rest of the passengers will stay on the ship until the scheduled arrival date (Jan 12th) and then travel home. The next cruise is still on (I hope) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen11g Posted January 10, 2022 #115 Share Posted January 10, 2022 (edited) Posted in wrong thread. Edited January 10, 2022 by karen11g Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike11 Posted January 10, 2022 #116 Share Posted January 10, 2022 Just had a text from Hurtigruten to say that the 12January expedition has been cancelled due to the number of Covid cases - no further details at this stage. Very disappointed ☹️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanCruise Posted January 10, 2022 Author #117 Share Posted January 10, 2022 Also had the cancellation text - not quite left for the airport. Waiting for email for more details. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khle Posted January 10, 2022 #118 Share Posted January 10, 2022 For the remaining sailings this season - it's worthwhile to watch the position of the ship to see if they are a go ahead or if this is the end for the Amundsen this year. If the Amundsen remains in the Punta Arenas vicinity it's likely that they will try for the February sailing. However, if they are heading back to Europe it's definitely a no-go. Cruise mapper tends to be the best - here's the link: https://www.cruisemapper.com/?imo=9813072 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heartfelttraveler Posted January 10, 2022 #119 Share Posted January 10, 2022 All we had left to pack was our toothbrushes. We had done ALL the paperwork, having jumped through all the hoops. I have cancelled everything and have rebooked with Hurtigruten at the same price for next year. I am in the middle of unpacking. But will stop for the football game tonight. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfie11 Posted January 11, 2022 #120 Share Posted January 11, 2022 10 hours ago, khle said: For the remaining sailings this season - it's worthwhile to watch the position of the ship to see if they are a go ahead or if this is the end for the Amundsen this year. If the Amundsen remains in the Punta Arenas vicinity it's likely that they will try for the February sailing. However, if they are heading back to Europe it's definitely a no-go. Cruise mapper tends to be the best - here's the link: https://www.cruisemapper.com/?imo=9813072 Amundsen is going to Alaska from Antarctica so I doubt she would go back to Europe in any case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg and Betsy Posted January 14, 2022 #121 Share Posted January 14, 2022 Hi, I am planning to go on this cruise starting January 28 and am really looking forward to the adventure! I understand the recent cruise ended a bit early and the January 12th cruise was cancelled. I was wondering how the cruise went? I haven't seen any comments on how passengers felt they were communicated with and what we might need to know for our upcoming cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corinnnnn Posted January 15, 2022 #122 Share Posted January 15, 2022 We are sailing on Feb 12th and hope for our 'bucket list trip of a lifetime'. Hope to hear from others on our voyage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
movin12 Posted January 17, 2022 #123 Share Posted January 17, 2022 We have moved our cruise to December 5th to include the Falklands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DemExplorers Posted January 19, 2022 #124 Share Posted January 19, 2022 We are rebooking for January 12th with the extra time in Antartica. We filled some of our scheduled time off with a wet season Jaguar safari in the Pantanal region of Brazil lugging our suitcases full of wool in 95 degrees. Boy, I wish we were in Antartica! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul S Posted January 20, 2022 #125 Share Posted January 20, 2022 On 1/19/2022 at 1:00 AM, DemExplorers said: We are rebooking for January 12th with the extra time in Antartica. We are booked on the same expedition as you for 2023. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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