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4 minutes ago, reallyitsmema said:

 

No, that is why I asked my question.  The bands are used for tracing, so one would expect that they will be looking for all to be wearing them.  They won't be able to see it in a pocket, so that is why I asked if there was another option.  Where you said you were sure they wouldn't make you strap one on, I figured the only way to know that was if you were on the ship.  

I'm sorry then, wrong choice of words on my part. I think masteradept suggested a lanyard?. Anyway I realised someone else had already answered your posts but I can't delete my posts here. Cheers!

17 minutes ago, reallyitsmema said:

 

You are on the ship too?

No, sir - I'm not. we're going only in Jan 🙂 

1 hour ago, Sunshine3601 said:

I believe all RCL ships (and other cruiselines) all have built in shampoo/soap dispenser in the shower for environmental reasons.    You bring your own toothpaste, toothbrush and hair conditioner.    They will provide hand soap for sink as well as small bottles of hand lotion.

Ah I see, thanks for the tips sunshine!

2 hours ago, masteradept said:

 

Here’s a pic of the little bottles! No toothbrush as far as I can see though 

 

Will drop by the casino later today! Not sure how they feel about photos though. 

>>6. Immigration (I don’t know why since we’re not going anywhere)

Hi masteradept, thanks for answering, much appreciated!  Ooh la la, l'occitaine - ain't that posh 🙂 But i guess i'll have to bring our little toothbrushes then 🙂 

As for immigration, Singapore waters is really narrow as it's a small country, so technically you'd be moving into international waters up the straits of malacca, hence the immigration .

Enjoy the rest of the day. Btw, Why didn't you take a longer cruise? So sad the laser tag doesn't seem to be on the cards. Oh, if you do play in the casino, may i know what's the table minimum for say, blackjack.?

3 hours ago, Coralc said:

 

There was another photo shown (somewhere) of a sensor you could wear around your neck. Or maybe it is both? Link: https://boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/2762405-royal-restarts-in-singapore-with-cruises-to-nowhere/page/4/

No, the token that you hang around your neck is the tracetogether token given out by singapore's govt. If i read correctly, you need to have two tracers on you - (1) either the tracetogether (TT) token OR the TT App on your phone , and (2) the RCI tracelet thingy.

4 hours ago, reallyitsmema said:

Thanks for posting all this very helpful information.  Do you know if there is any alternative to the contact tracing bracelet?  I am allergic to the material that most of those bracelets are made of and it looks similar to the wow bands that I definitely react to.  

YOu just have to have it on you, I'm sure you don't have put to physically strap it on your wrist? just have it in your pocket ?

1 hour ago, TheMastodon said:

Wonder how many pax are on board?

mandated by the government to only run at 50% capacity, so what i've been reading is max 2000 guests permitted. According to RCG Asia Pac, this first sailing is sold out. 

2 minutes ago, masteradept said:

Had a great meal at Coastal Kitchen, food and service were as good as ever. One of the waiters even recognized me from a Mariner trip almost 3 years back. 
 

Pork belly appetizer

 

Filet Mignon main

 

Dessert menu

 

Pear dessert

 

Royal Esplanade

 

Don’t you miss being reminded what day it is

 

I think that’s most all for today! Catch you all tomorrow for our first (and only) full sea day! As always if there’s anything specific you’d like to see, just let me know and I’ll do my best to arrange it. 

 

Looks great, and not crowded as well due to the half capacity sailing. The casino , dude, if possible! thanks tons!

7 hours ago, masteradept said:

Just got all settled into the stateroom, it’s a really nice room! 
 

 

They really meant it when they said “large balcony”

 

Looks like we do have to watch the video on our apps - shall get that done

 

Various items - the Tracelet (contact tracing wristband), Seapass cards, C&A masks and sanitizer and the usual other items 

 

Bedroom area

Awesome, thanks for sharing, and enjoying the cruise! 

Do they have the typical hotel toiletries ? toothpaste, toothbrush, bath lotion, shampoo.. you know, the little bottles. Apologies for noob question 🙂

33 minutes ago, Biker19 said:

And how do you know that's any different than before? Anyone can upgrade their home with a MERV 13 filter which is unlikely to make any difference to the temp of the space being conditioned.

 

Biker, who is impressed with RCI marketing.

I think what he means is that he doesn't know if it's any different, so that's why he's asking.

I gather the cabins are climate controlled so should not be that much different to "normal" air conditioning?