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Thank you so much! This helps a ton.

16 minutes ago, KarmaCruisers said:

I thought the shortest radiance did was 3-day (Friday to Monday; Ensenada run)

Nope this one is Friday to Sunday.

Hello, I've searched high and low and looked at SaintGregTravel but cannot find a copy of the FunTimes schedule specifially for the 2 day cruise. Can anyone help me out locating one? We sail in 2 weeks and have a large group so our "organizer" was hoping to get an idea of the goings on ahead of time. Thank you!

On 7/21/2024 at 2:19 PM, pppiglet said:

We did our own walking tour in Ensenada last November and hit mostly taco stands. I printed out a map and we researched and mapped out recommendations from YouTube.  We like breweries and most of them don't open until later in the day.  We had El Corralito on our list even though we heard it was real touristy, but we really enjoyed it.  Don't sit outside, sit inside at the bar.  Great margarita's!  Really nice people.  Yeah...avoid Papas and Beer.  Hussong's is empty during the day, but it's nice to visit just because it's famous.  (the bathrooms were disgusting though, glad I took toilet paper!) 😁

 

We have a stop in Ensenada in August and decided to book a food tour through the ship this time. I believe El Corralito is one of the stops on the tour. It's called Ultimate Local Food Teller. The other beer and tequila tasting tour we tried to book last time was cancelled and we weren't notified until the night before. They said not enough people booked it. 

Do you have that map in a shareable format? I'd love to check it out! Thanks for the advice.

I'd like to piggyback off this if that is acceptable for the forum rules and etiquette. I'm going on the Radiance for a short 2 nighter in September with Ensenada being our only port of call. I was there for a few hours in 2021 but my friends had "been there/done that" and didn't want to do much after lunch.

So, this time I'll be headed into town solo and I'm wondering if... I should book a Carnival excursion to either bar hop or do the beer and tequila experience. Or should I just head to town and bar hop on my own for a few hours? If so, what bars are going to be good ones to hit? I watched some Papas and Beer videos on YT and decided I'm not looking for an overpriced tourist trap like that. Just seeking some safe, chill bars with good quality spirits, and good people... maybe even some bourbons?

Thanks! 

9 hours ago, SNJCruisers said:

You could be buried in them so you'll get to wear them twice. 😉

Not if I get my way.

3 hours ago, Wennfred said:

Yes same cruise, this was my 3rd time this year on carnival Panorama and out of 25 cruises this one was of the best, the embarkation and disembarkation was a breeze. 
 

To let everyone know, Customs now uses a face recognition system, you walk off the ship, pick up your luggage and walk to where they look at your face with the iPad and you leave. There are 2 lines, one for those with birth certificate and the other line with passports, the face scan takes 5 seconds and you’re off.

 

By the time I got to the parking lot I was tired because you don’t stop, 

As far as people being called over the loud speakers midweek, these were passengers that were not seen by their Cabin Steward for a while because they were sleeping in another cabin with their other relatives and did not tell their cabin Stewart. So they have to notify guests services and security.

Probably because of how crappy the internet and chat was the whole time. I’ve requested a refund due to how bad it was. Sorry to steer off topic…

Is there a thread specific to our cruise?

Just now, Wennfred said:

The ones they were calling were people that have not been seen for a while by their cabin stewards, their cabins were untouched. Those people just stayed with their relatives in another cabin and didn’t notify their cabin steward that they would be sleeping somewhere else. The cabin steward notified their Lead or supervisor and they contacted guest services and security.

Were you on the same cruise? 12/18-24?

This was my first cruise in a decade. Both on Carnival and I don't think I'll be cruising with them again in the future.

On 12/18/2021 at 2:40 PM, Wennfred said:

If you have any Covid related questions while onboard Panorama, just go to the December 18th 2021, Carnival Panorama roll call and ask there.

 

Fred

I was on that cruise. It took a little while to get in and check the medical docs, the get in another line to check in and get on board but it wasn't horrible. Just a lot of angry staff yelling at everyone.

There was some discrepancy between staff about masks outside but I generally did not wear one outside and was fine. 

At several points midweek they started calling names of guests who needed to check into guest services. No explanation. My theory is they were suspected of having contact with someone infected with covid or they had perhaps gone to the infirmary and were being called to isolate the rest of the trip. I got home friday and took an at home PCR with negative results. Going to a testing center tomorrow to get another one since my family (I live alone) doesn't trust the at home for whatever reason.

I see men’s dress clothes as an antiquated method for taking away one’s individuality. A standard designed in the old days of the corporate world. Sure, nowadays there are more colors and styles which allow for moderate expression but I have never been a fan. The times have changed and for all you know I could be a millionaire or I could run a charitable organization that saves lives but some Karen on a cruise would judge me because I show up to dinner in denim. 
 

I guess I’m still a bit irked by the above posters who assumed I was either a younger person with negative connotations  or that I had kids/work events/date nights and confirmed to the life they built for themself. I just don’t deal with this sort of thinking. Ever. I have a great job and nice place to live and a great life so how dare you. You know who owns a suit? Criminals going to court. I’m taking the first vacation I’ve been on in almost a decade and you’re pissing in my kool aid because I asked about dress code.

I leave tomorrow and just found out there's some sort of dress up thing. I don't own anything other than jeans. What is the dress code and what night is it? I'm debating on if I go buy a pair of pants I'll never wear again, or just skip it.

3 minutes ago, day-day said:

The email I received in October said testing to be taken within 2 days prior to sailing date for vaccinated guests.

 

It also stated PCR test for unvaccinated guests must be taken between 72 and 24 hours prior to the sailing date.

Well, I guess I better learn how to read next time. It is still frustrating. I still have to work and all that jazz. oh well. c'est la vie.

1 hour ago, day-day said:

 

From Carnival FAQ:

 

Are fully vaccinated guests required to take a pre-travel COVID-19 test?

The CDC requires pre-cruise testing for vaccinated guests to be taken within two days prior to the sailing date. If the sailing is on Saturday, the test may be taken on Thursday and Friday, and as late as Saturday, if you are guaranteed to receive your results in time for check-in.

 

Have Fun. Be Safe. | COVID-19 Guest Protocols | Carnival Cruise Line

 

 

I'm pretty sure it is the day of testing, not the day of results.

Wait! *****? When did they change it to 2 days? It said 72hrs on the email I received. I'm about to just cancel this stupid thing with all the hoops I have to jump through. I'm vaccinated! Tests, masks... what the hell man?

There is a lot of info in this thread so I apologize for adding to it. I sail out this Saturday. I am vaccinated. I had a PCR test done at Kaiser yesterday and I got the negative results this morning. Will I be within the window? It says 72-48 hours I believe. Are they going to go by the hour I was tested or the day? Or the day of the results? I just don't want to risk anything. I've bent over backwards as a vaccinated person in society, but that is a different convo. I just want to go on my darn vacation without issue.

17 hours ago, audcc77 said:

If you used a travel agent, it may not be visible to you.   If not, then do this:

1) Log into your cruise. 
2) click the 3 lines at the top right of the page.  
3) click on ORDER AND BOOKING DETAILS 

4) scroll down past the cabin photo to where it says paid in full. Under that, it should say “View Balance Details”. 
Click on that.  

 

Still not there, unfortunately. But the fact I used a travel agent must explain it. So long as I can see my balance easily when I'm on the boat. I have $500 OBC and I'm going to use every penny.

I am checked in for my cruise Saturday and I do not have a "view balance" selection either. The only place I can see my OBC is when I print the PDF of the check in documents. Frustrating!

4 hours ago, CruiseBro16 said:

On the Booking and Order Detail tab, click on View Balance Details. 

Can you see the balance before you sail? I'm supposed to have like $500 and I can't find the "View Balance Details" section.

I'll have to post up after I return from my cruise. I drink a lot and will be with friends who also drink a lot. I bought the package just so I don't have to think about it. It's done, it is paid for and the rest of what I saved for the trip can go toward other things like gifts since I get back xmas eve.... ugh. 15 a day is a lot but we'll see how it goes. Out of sight out of mind, don't have to even think about the bill. I guess unless I start getting into the higher end whiskies and have to pay for those.

I'm also a homebrewer. I'll be on the Panorama in just over 2 weeks and I am pretty excited, I haven't been on a cruise in 10 years and this time I am by myself but also with some friends so I get to do whatever the heck I want! I've got no plans for excursions or what to do in Cabo/Ensenada but I figure I'll follow my nose and find some food and maybe a couple bars to post up at in town.

What's the situation with masks on board? I'm hoping to wear one as little as possible and I've read so much and it has become overwhelming so I figure first-hand experience would be the best info.

Personally, I don't think that is fair to the employees of the steakhouse. Maybe it is different on a cruise, I don't know but the menu is the menu for a reason. Maybe you two eat separately that evening?

Also, is she vegan or vegetarian? Big difference, as a vegetarian could easily eat several items on the menu at 555 without need for customization.

Thanks for the info. I was expecting to pay for the upgrade. Certainly didn't expect it for free. I'll contact the travel agent person again and see if they can work any magic. I wasn't sure how it all worked.

8 hours ago, sparks1093 said:

All one needs for a REAL ID compliant license is proof of legal presence in the US. The REAL ID license doesn't come with a background check or with a machine readable chip similar to what is in a passport/passport card. And the REAL ID allows one to enter into property under federal jurisdiction whereas the EDL is recognized by other countries as proof of US citizenship (and may be used as a stand alone document for cruises). So there are key differences between the two.

Yes, I understand this. I also have Global Entry/Pre-check which required an interview etc... it would be nice if we didn't have to have so many darn pieces of ID from separate entities just to prove I am me and I where I am a citizen of.

I do have a REAL ID from CA. That required my BC. So many loopholes andone document is good here but not there. Oh well. BC + DL it is, thanks!

How about without a passport? Mine is currently being renewed and may not be sent to me before I cruise in December to Baja Mexico. I understand that is a closed loop cruise so I think I am ok. But what about for shore excursions and whatnot? Panorama cruise December to Ensenada and Cabo.