Jadn13

Hi All!

Just saw that some are canceling due to availability of testing.

Here are a few resources and one was mentioned before for Seattle

*** Also Google Concierge Covid Testing for your area and see if anyone will actually

come to you for a test if you can't find anything in your area. This will be an out of pocket expense but

some use insurance to cover part of the cost.

Seattle Based- Comes with a Cost

https://discoveryhealthmd.com/covid-19-services/

https://www.questdiagnostics.com/home/Covid-19/

The Live Froms are on the main page and are just the last 3 sailings, passengers on board have set up threads where they can answer questions and give experiences.

In the current thread from the passengers onboard it's been said  that TD doesn't exist anymore.

It was a big topic this morning, you can probably just reference the last few pages

https://boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/2795203-live-from-the-majestic-princess-august-8-2021/

4 minutes ago, Jeter02 said:

Mind blown 🤯. Well I can definitely confirm and verify that on the actual paper menus there are no charges and I just went back relooked at all the menus I took pictures of from last week's Cruise. So incredibly strange. 

Thank You.

I figured that may be the case. 

 I'll just eat in the MDR and not worry about ordering off of the App.

12 minutes ago, Stormwize said:

 

I think that was a little (v) next to the dishes you saw. For vegetarian, perhaps? I saw no mention of a $4 charge. Look again.

There are, which is why I am asking

What is the the explanation for the surcharge for all the vegetarian options?

Is the charge just listed on the Ocean Concierge or on the main menus in the dining room as well?

Has an explanation been offered?

Could someone please confirm?

Thank You,

Jamie 

10 hours ago, CruzeQueen2 said:

But, fellow passengers will be eating together. Four couples, eight people?

Could just be be a “corporate policy” at this time. My company follows it’s own covid policy even when we are in buildings or places that have lesser restrictions. 
.  

42 minutes ago, Steelers36 said:

No need - just check the deck plan and it's obvious which cabin it is.

 

Got it! I was looking at suites and not mini so I confused myself 

@azbirdmom After your cruise could you please share cabin number? 

1 minute ago, Jadn13 said:

Yes
it’s listed, you just have to compare what it is against the list supplied

 

6 minutes ago, mellon1 said:

Is that accepted FOR SURE by Princess?

Yes
it’s listed, you just have to compare what it is against the list supplied

2 minutes ago, gvre said:

So if I take it to my doctor and he does it they will accept it?

 

Check with your Dr. they may have tests they already offer. 
Otherwise I’m not sure since it says “manufacturer of the test” 

Just now, barrykel said:

But the drive-through version of this test, given by Walgreens in a few states, is accepted, right?

Correct. It’s monitored. 

1 minute ago, gvre said:

Does anyone know if Princess will accept the Abbot Rapid Antigen Test?

They have them at Sam’s club.

Only if monitored by a health care professional. If it doesn’t involve a tele health or zoom call the answer is No

4 hours ago, cr8tiv1 said:

BINAX NOW is a home testing kit, but will not be valid for Princess since is an unobserved test by a medical professional.

 

Some Walgreens offer this as a drive thru option. Best to talk to your testing center for exact procedure.

2 minutes ago, Reina del Mar said:

Our Caribbean Princess cruise on 20th March, East/West Caribbean has been cancelled as ship is going into dry dock….so this schedule is not the most up to date !!!!!!

If you are  aware of a more up to date schedule, please share.

Thank You

5 minutes ago, 1965 said:

Jadn 13 thank you for responding so quickly. 😊

I shared it before on my roll call since we also thought  it was going to effect our Emerald cruise

42 minutes ago, geoherb said:

The time I was tested earlier this summer at a county site when I had some symptoms, they did not ask for my insurance info. When I registered for a CVS test for my cruise in two weeks, they did. Either way, there is no cost to me. I do wonder, though, if insurance companies will try to charge people who schedule multiple tests on the same day.

If your insurance company doesn't cover, it would then be covered through the gov’t program.

All 3 of these should be accepted under the updated list.

NAAT-Molecular was the one in question before. Those having issues finding Antigen follow up about the ID NOW.

If you are hesitant about which test to get, call your local testing center or pharmacy and ask them which off of the list is available to you that complies with what Princess is requesting.

This list has grown since the first announcement so circle  back around and double check since a new option may be available in your area. 

THE FAQ WAS UPDATED AUGUST 6th

a few clarifications

https://www.princess.com/plan/cruise-with-confidence/cruise-health/frequently-asked-questions/

Do know that Walgreens does offer 3 tests,

Only the Antigen and PCR are Approved.

The third is a rapid molecular non PCR test that is not approved.

Double check that you are getting an ANTIGEN OR PCR only

This is what I found from Amtrak, could be worth looking into.

I'm sure the schedule will open up once the need for travel into Canada increases

https://www.amtrak.com/routes/cascades-train.html

15 minutes ago, GottaLuvCruising said:

We are doing an Alaska cruise-tour July 2022.  

 

For same itinerary, but in May, Princess is offering flight options into Seattle.  Does the cruise line offer transfers from Seattle for a Vancouver cruise?  If not, what would be the best experience for transportation?  (I'd love a train if that's an option.)  

 

Thank you for any assistance!  

Great Question! I looked up airfare using miles and it's basically free if I can fly into Seattle but not Vancouver. 

Following for answers 🙂