WishboneS Posted February 17, 2022 #101 Share Posted February 17, 2022 Thank you everyone for your responses. Keep us posted on any changes and I love the pictures. We are booked on the 14 day Caribbean cruise that leaves on April 2. We are hoping on not having to do a ton of paperwork and covid testing if not necessary. It takes the fun out of going on shore. We will continue to monitor the regulations since things are beginning to get better. Safe travels and have a wonderful time The panama cruise was one of our favorites. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LACruiser88 Posted February 18, 2022 Author #102 Share Posted February 18, 2022 The MTG luncheon was held today in the Crown Grill. The Captain and all of his officers were present at the entrance. The Captain did not pose for the photo and they did not sit with the guests. The food was outstanding! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VengefulWalnut Posted February 18, 2022 #103 Share Posted February 18, 2022 On 2/17/2022 at 11:29 AM, 2 cruises a year said: Do you know if a digital copy will work? This is an official California website. I also have a picture on my phone. https://myvaccinerecord.cdph.ca.gov/ Princess is stating on board that either physical or digital is acceptable, but I wouldn't cut corners. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weedpindle Posted February 18, 2022 #104 Share Posted February 18, 2022 3 hours ago, LACruiser88 said: The MTG luncheon was held today in the Crown Grill. The Captain and all of his officers were present at the entrance. The Captain did not pose for the photo and they did not sit with the guests. The food was outstanding! The Captain did not speak at the luncheon as he did on the last cruise. Unusual. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 cruises a year Posted February 18, 2022 #105 Share Posted February 18, 2022 16 minutes ago, VengefulWalnut said: Princess is stating on board that either physical or digital is acceptable, but I wouldn't cut corners. Thanks, point well taken. But I would hate to lose my original vaccination card. They are such and awkward size, it won't fit in a wallet. It will be destroyed in my pocket. I have it in a plastic protective cover to protect it. Having a verified digital copy on my phone is a lot more convenient. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LACruiser88 Posted February 18, 2022 Author #106 Share Posted February 18, 2022 The Captain just announced that we are headed for Puerto Quetzal, in Guatemala, to offload a passenger that requires medical attention. This will not impact our arrival on Sunday in Costa Rica. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbie555 Posted February 18, 2022 #107 Share Posted February 18, 2022 32 minutes ago, LACruiser88 said: The Captain just announced that we are headed for Puerto Quetzal, in Guatemala, to offload a passenger that requires medical attention. This will not impact our arrival on Sunday in Costa Rica. But still a cancellation of San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua. Too bad passengers cannot all get off at the unexpected stop at Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala as compensation for the skipped port of call in Nicaragua. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCSungirl Posted February 19, 2022 #108 Share Posted February 19, 2022 Hi! Who is the cruise director? What type of featured entertainers? Is buffet looking good? Has Sanctuary been full? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranger55 Posted February 19, 2022 #109 Share Posted February 19, 2022 Good Morning all little rocking and rolling this morning. It's beautifully out side looks like we will be walking little side ways ....lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LACruiser88 Posted February 19, 2022 Author #110 Share Posted February 19, 2022 9 hours ago, KCSungirl said: Hi! Who is the cruise director? What type of featured entertainers? Is buffet looking good? Has Sanctuary been full? The Sanctuary has been reasonably busy. It is totally booked for the Canal transit. The CD is Fernándo. Maybe someone else can provide more info on him since we usually do not attend hosted events. IMHO the lunch buffet has really been lacking in selections. There is only one small salad island that always has a long line waiting. That is the only buffet that we sometimes try. The band in the Explorer's Lounge and duo in the Wheelhouse are very good. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LACruiser88 Posted February 19, 2022 Author #111 Share Posted February 19, 2022 21 minutes ago, partybarbie said: Thank you for doing a live thread. My elderly aunt is taking a Panama cruise next month. She is insisting that Princess, in addition to a Covid vaccine, is requiring the following, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza. The last time I was in Panama (11/2019) none of these were required. I'm sure it's still the same, but I thought I would just ask. The rabies vaccine is giving me the biggest laugh. Wow! That is quite the list. We have not heard any such thing. Only the covid vaccine. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissP22 Posted February 19, 2022 #112 Share Posted February 19, 2022 On 2/16/2022 at 11:26 AM, casandbliz said: We had the same thought about the Capts msg. Still have seen a few walking inside w/o one on. It's soon to be a bad dream. Hang in there. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casandbliz Posted February 20, 2022 #113 Share Posted February 20, 2022 Just finished watching the production show "Blame It On The Boogie" in the Princess theater. Great show, especially if you were into disco! Felt bad for the dancers who were wearing masks. The show only ran 35 minutes. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 cruises a year Posted February 20, 2022 #114 Share Posted February 20, 2022 25 minutes ago, casandbliz said: Oh, I'm not against them by any means. Just feel we all need to abide by the ship's protocols. Does that also mean abide by the ship's recommendations? I will. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranger55 Posted February 20, 2022 #115 Share Posted February 20, 2022 did everyone see the latest update on Princess website update on cdc program here the link https://www.princess.com/news/notices_and_advisories/notices/princess-cruises-confirms-participation-in-cdc-program-through-march-31.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LACruiser88 Posted February 20, 2022 Author #116 Share Posted February 20, 2022 Tea Time in the Sanctuary! Along with warm scones, they offer finger sandwiches, pastries and cookies. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissP22 Posted February 20, 2022 #117 Share Posted February 20, 2022 1 hour ago, ranger55 said: did everyone see the latest update on Princess website update on cdc program here the link https://www.princess.com/news/notices_and_advisories/notices/princess-cruises-confirms-participation-in-cdc-program-through-march-31.html It was first reported on Friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casandbliz Posted February 21, 2022 #118 Share Posted February 21, 2022 5 hours ago, LACruiser88 said: Tea Time in the Sanctuary! Along with warm scones, they offer finger sandwiches, pastries and cookies. We went to Afternoon Tea on Sat. Loved the scones! Too full for dinner... went to the 7pm theater show and then a piece of pizza after. Love the multiple dining options! Also, really enjoying the groups "Symphonee" and "2 Cool Duo". 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LACruiser88 Posted February 21, 2022 Author #119 Share Posted February 21, 2022 Panamanian authorities threw us a curve ball today for our stop tomorrow in Puerto Amador. They want to review the passports of all passengers going ashore. This is something they did not do two weeks ago. Between 11:30 this morning and 3:00 pm this afternoon, all passengers going ashore must go to the Crown Grill to drop off their passport. At the Crown Grill, passports will be scanned and a paper copy given to each passenger. Passports will be returned over the next few days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranger55 Posted February 21, 2022 #120 Share Posted February 21, 2022 55 minutes ago, LACruiser88 said: Panamanian authorities threw us a curve ball today for our stop tomorrow in Puerto Amador. They want to review the passports of all passengers going ashore. This is something they did not do two weeks ago. Between 11:30 this morning and 3:00 pm this afternoon, all passengers going ashore must go to the Crown Grill to drop off their passport. At the Crown Grill, passports will be scanned and a paper copy given to each passenger. Passports will be returned over the next few days. ty done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 cruises a year Posted February 21, 2022 #121 Share Posted February 21, 2022 53 minutes ago, LACruiser88 said: Panamanian authorities threw us a curve ball today for our stop tomorrow in Puerto Amador. They want to review the passports of all passengers going ashore. This is something they did not do two weeks ago. Between 11:30 this morning and 3:00 pm this afternoon, all passengers going ashore must go to the Crown Grill to drop off their passport. At the Crown Grill, passports will be scanned and a paper copy given to each passenger. Passports will be returned over the next few days. This could be due to just about anything, BUT, I would be nervous if I had been doing anything that would make the Panamanian Authorities suspicious. 😁 It most likely is that some palms need to be greased. 😉 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabin1 Posted February 21, 2022 #122 Share Posted February 21, 2022 (edited) LACRUISERS THIS QUESTION FOR YOU PLEASE I am so confused. There is a tour on the Princess site whereby you go by boat down the canal. Do you have any idea what that is? I love your posts which is why directing this to you Thank you in advance Edited February 21, 2022 by rabin1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LACruiser88 Posted February 21, 2022 Author #123 Share Posted February 21, 2022 @rabin1 I think you are referring to an excursion that occurs on the day we are in the port of Puerto Amador (tomorrow for us). They take you on a small boat thru the old Pacific side locks. I can't tell you more because we have not taken a ships tour in a very long time. Btw, thank you for the compliment. I try to be informative. We just received our next covid testing appointment, since we are staying on for the subsequent 14 day Caribbean voyage. The test will be this coming Friday afternoon, which is the last full day of the cruise, in the conference room. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabin1 Posted February 21, 2022 #124 Share Posted February 21, 2022 12 minutes ago, LACruiser88 said: @rabin1 I think you are referring to an excursion that occurs on the day we are in the port of Puerto Amador (tomorrow for us). They take you on a small boat thru the old Pacific side locks. I can't tell you more because we have not taken a ships tour in a very long time. Btw, thank you for the compliment. I try to be informative. We just received our next covid testing appointment, since we are staying on for the subsequent 14 day Caribbean voyage. The test will be this coming Friday afternoon, which is the last full day of the cruise, in the conference room. Thank you very much You are correct your posts are very informative. I was on the Caribbean over the holidays for 2 weeks and have the Emerald for the holidays this year. That is why I was asking my question. I have done the old locks boat tour so now I am not sure if I need to do it again................lol I was in the sanctuary most sea days and St Thomas day cause I do not like St. Thomas. I never had a scone before except up there. Have a great rest of your trip and thanks again for all your information you post Blessings Kathy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torfamm Posted February 21, 2022 #125 Share Posted February 21, 2022 On 2/18/2022 at 4:54 PM, 2 cruises a year said: Thanks, point well taken. But I would hate to lose my original vaccination card. They are such and awkward size, it won't fit in a wallet. It will be destroyed in my pocket. I have it in a plastic protective cover to protect it. Having a verified digital copy on my phone is a lot more convenient. I found that a passport cover that also holds the vaccine card was the most straightforward way to manage it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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