Masks after 12/19

[gmkgks]

We sail 12/23.  All I can find says masks though 12/19. We did RC for Thanksgiving and specifically choose NCL for Christmas because of the no mask policy. 

[quillwercruisers]

Unfortunately times keep changing.  As of right now the mask policy was only for sailings through 12/19.  Don't know what the future is going to be or what the policy will be.  Just have to relax and enjoy it even if masks have to be worn.  We cruise in 1/8, and there is the possibility that it will be extended, but I'm not going to let it ruin my cruise.

[bkrickles1]

13 minutes ago, gmkgks said:

We sail 12/23.  All I can find says masks though 12/19. We did RC for Thanksgiving and specifically choose NCL for Christmas because of the no mask policy. 

I believe your expectation should be that masks will be required indoors.

I'm sailing Joy January 15th and I totally expect the masking protocol will still be in place then.

I'm not happy, but me and my people will persevere and have a great time!

I started another thread trying to find out the particulars of this new masking rule from those that are currently sailing.

Gotta roll with the punches.....

[KAYKAY121]

54 minutes ago, bkrickles1 said:

I believe your expectation should be that masks will be required indoors.

I'm sailing Joy January 15th and I totally expect the masking protocol will still be in place then.

I'm not happy, but me and my people will persevere and have a great time!

I started another thread trying to find out the particulars of this new masking rule from those that are currently sailing.

Gotta roll with the punches.....

EXACAAATLY!!!! We sail 12/26. I will unwillingly comply but it is what it is. 

 

[Karaboudjan]

53 minutes ago, bkrickles1 said:

I believe your expectation should be that masks will be required indoors.

I'm sailing Joy January 15th and I totally expect the masking protocol will still be in place then.

I'm not happy, but me and my people will persevere and have a great time!

I started another thread trying to find out the particulars of this new masking rule from those that are currently sailing.

Gotta roll with the punches.....

I would follow this topic.  It has updates from someone currently on the Bliss:

 

 

[quillwercruisers]

Just got the email saying all cruises will be mask mandated (we sail 1/8/22):

 

December 20, 2021

Dear Valued Guests and Travel Partners,

We cannot wait to welcome our loyal guests aboard for a vacation of a lifetime! In advance of our upcoming cruises, we want

to ensure you are aware of our latest health and safety protocols and requirements.

In order to provide the highest level of

health and safety during your voyage, as of December 18th, 2021 all Norwegian Cruise Line vessels have implemented a

mandatory masking policy for guests onboard with the

following exceptions:

·

While indoors unless actively eating/drinking or seated at a table in a dining setting.

·

While outdoors when physical distancing cannot be achieved.

·

While in your stateroom.

In addition, local regulations must be adhered to while in port

[kfnesq]

Well, that's not surprising I guess.  I haven't gotten that email yet (we sail Jan 18).  Out of curiosity, do they give you any kind of option to cancel/change etc?  I would expect not but since they are changing the rules pretty significantly, it would be nice if there was an option.

[quillwercruisers]

Here is the whole thing:

December 20, 2021

Dear Valued Guests and Travel Partners,

We cannot wait to welcome our loyal guests aboard for a vacation of a lifetime! In advance of our upcoming cruises, we want

to ensure you are aware of our latest health and safety protocols and requirements.

In order to provide the highest level of

health and safety during your voyage, as of December 18th, 2021 all Norwegian Cruise Line vessels have implemented a

mandatory masking policy for guests onboard with the

following exceptions:

·

While indoors unless actively eating/drinking or seated at a table in a dining setting.

·

While outdoors when physical distancing cannot be achieved.

·

While in your stateroom.

In addition, local regulations must be adhered to while in port

.

As part of our Sail Safe Health and Safety Program, all guests are required to be fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to

departure and they must show proof of vaccination at the terminal in order to board the vessel. We encourage everyone to

visit

www.ncl.com/sail-safe

for a list of vaccines accepted by Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), including a recently updated list

of vaccine combinations now accepted to sail aboard our fleet, following the latest U.S. Centers for Disease Control and

Prevention (CDC) guidance.

In addition, while you will be tested for COVID-19 upon arrival at the terminal pre-embarkation, we highly recommend that

guests self-test at home prior to departure.

The latest country-specific travel requirements can be found by visiting

www.ncl.com/travel-requirements-by-country.

This

website has been designed to provide vital information regarding local restrictions, travel requirements and documents

necessary for upcoming sailings. Please note, this website is updated regularly so we encourage you to visit often.

Failure to comply with the above requirements will unfortunately result in denial of embarkation. Guests who are denied

embarkation or reboarding for failure to comply with NCL’s COVID-19 Policies and Procedures will not be entitled to a refund

or compensation. For more details, please visit

https://www.ncl.com/refund-and-cancellation-policy-covid-19.

For additional information, please visit

https://www.ncl.com/prepare-for-your-cruise/2021.

We appreciate your understanding and thank you for your loyalty.

Sincerely,

Katty Byrd

Vice President, Guest Services

[Steve_MI]

Sad. Very sad. On hold now cancelling my February and May sailings. 

[msboo18]

45 minutes ago, quillwercruisers said:

Just got the email saying all cruises will be mask mandated (we sail 1/8/22):

 

December 20, 2021

Dear Valued Guests and Travel Partners,

We cannot wait to welcome our loyal guests aboard for a vacation of a lifetime! In advance of our upcoming cruises, we want

to ensure you are aware of our latest health and safety protocols and requirements.

In order to provide the highest level of

health and safety during your voyage, as of December 18th, 2021 all Norwegian Cruise Line vessels have implemented a

mandatory masking policy for guests onboard with the

following exceptions:

·

While indoors unless actively eating/drinking or seated at a table in a dining setting.

·

While outdoors when physical distancing cannot be achieved.

·

While in your stateroom.

In addition, local regulations must be adhered to while in port

Just got this email too. We have to wear a mask while in our state room? How are they going to enforce that? It’s gonna be a little tough to take a shower with a mask on.

[BermudaBound2014]

This is unfortunate for many but not unexpected.  Once the face mask policy was implemented there was no way NCL would back peddle for cruises after this weekend. Reversing the policy would open up more liability. I believe Masks are here to stay on NCL until all Covid precautions are cancelled. I suspect that will be nearing 2023. 

[gubby]

While in your stateroom is an exception, as is while seated, and eating and drinking.

[mking8288]

Read that email carefully and slowly ... 

see the following text in there (as above) verbatim - 

following exceptions:

 

While indoors unless actively eating/drinking or seated at a table in a dining setting.

·

While outdoors when physical distancing cannot be achieved.

·

While in your stateroom.

In addition, local regulations must be adhered to while in port

[Oxo]

1 hour ago, KAYKAY121 said:

EXACAAATLY!!!! We sail 12/26. I will unwillingly comply but it is what it is. 

 

Well at least you will comply! 

[BermudaBound2014]

6 minutes ago, mking8288 said:

Read that email carefully and slowly ... 

see the following text in there (as above) verbatim - 

following exceptions:

 

While indoors unless actively eating/drinking or seated at a table in a dining setting.

·

While outdoors when physical distancing cannot be achieved.

·

While in your stateroom.

In addition, local regulations must be adhered to while in port

 

GEEZE... something this important and they didn't get a proof reader?

 

I believe that should read 'can be achieved". 

 

Or reword that second line completely to eliminate the double negative.

FOllowing Exceptions: When physically distanced outdoors

 

Someone at NCL should be reading carefully and slowly 

 

 

Edited December 20, 2021 by BermudaBound2014

[Steve_MI]

8 minutes ago, BermudaBound2014 said:

 

GEEZE... something this important and they didn't get a proof reader?

 

I believe that should read 'can be achieved". 

 

Or reword that second line completely to eliminate the double negative.

FOllowing Exceptions: When physically distanced outdoors

 

Someone at NCL should be reading carefully and slowly 

 

 

I assume they are too busy dealing with mass cancellations....lol

[KAYKAY121]

11 minutes ago, Oxo said:

Well at least you will comply! 

Why wouldn't I? I can't cancel. 

[SplashOfWater]

We received an email for our 1/30 Encore cruise. NCL is dropping the at-home testing after 1/17 and is going back to embarkation tests. Masks will be required during the cruise. 

 

We're disappointed but don't plan on cancelling. 

[KAYKAY121]

Just now, Steve_MI said:

I assume they are too busy dealing with mass cancellations....lol

I think they booked more people than advertised on holiday sailings and that is why we have to wear masks. NO FACTS. Just my theory. 

[KAYKAY121]

2 minutes ago, SplashOfWater said:

We received an email for our 1/30 Encore cruise. NCL is dropping the at-home testing after 1/17 and is going back to embarkation tests. Masks will be required during the cruise. 

 

We're disappointed but don't plan on cancelling. 

I still don't have anything from them. Sailing in 6 days. 

[Steve_MI]

22 minutes ago, BermudaBound2014 said:

This is unfortunate for many but not unexpected.  Once the face mask policy was implemented there was no way NCL would back peddle for cruises after this weekend. Reversing the policy would open up more liability. I believe Masks are here to stay on NCL until all Covid precautions are cancelled. I suspect that will be nearing 2023. 

 

I'm afraid you are probably right. We have almost $20K in NCL travel booked over then next 14 months. This is going to take me a week to cancel everything - cruises, flights, hotels. Ugh. 

[BermudaBound2014]

5 minutes ago, KAYKAY121 said:

I think they booked more people than advertised on holiday sailings and that is why we have to wear masks. NO FACTS. Just my theory. 

 

I suspect it has more to do with Omicron. Did you see 48 people tested positive on Symphony of Seas? 

[vacationut]

7 minutes ago, KAYKAY121 said:

I think they booked more people than advertised on holiday sailings and that is why we have to wear masks. NO FACTS. Just my theory. 

Our Jan 5th sailing on Getaway now has masks required. 

[BermudaBound2014]

1 minute ago, Steve_MI said:

 

I'm afraid you are probably right. We have almost $20K in NCL travel booked over then next 14 months. This is going to take me a week to cancel everything - cruises, flights, hotels. Ugh. 

 

Uggh is right 😞

[MichiganBound]

I wonder how things will work in the Thermal Suite...sauna/steam etc.  Maybe those will be shut down for a while?