OceanPatter Posted March 28, 2013 #1 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Perhaps this is just a rhetorical question ... but am tossing it out there, anyway. I've made a reservation for my 97-yo mom on a RT-cruise to Alaska leaving from San Francisco this summer (on the Grand Princess). This would be her third Alaska cruise, the last one being in 2011 on the Sea Princess to celebrate her 95th. We were taking a risk back then, as the Sea Princess was hit with back-to-back-to-back bouts of norovirus. Luckily, my mom had a safe and pleasant cruise. However, I'm not so sure we want to risk it again this summer, as getting norovirus at her advanced age would probably be a tipping point. Of course, I would be vigilant in watching over what she touches/eats, but that's no guarantee. These Princess Alaska cruises do seem rife with norovirus incidents. What would you advise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pia1913 Posted March 28, 2013 #2 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Perhaps this is just a rhetorical question ... but am tossing it out there, anyway. I've made a reservation for my 97-yo mom on a RT-cruise to Alaska leaving from San Francisco this summer (on the Grand Princess). This would be her third Alaska cruise, the last one being in 2011 on the Sea Princess to celebrate her 95th. We were taking a risk back then, as the Sea Princess was hit with back-to-back-to-back bouts of norovirus. Luckily, my mom had a safe and pleasant cruise. However, I'm not so sure we want to risk it again this summer, as getting norovirus at her advanced age would probably be a tipping point. Of course, I would be vigilant in watching over what she touches/eats, but that's no guarantee. These Princess Alaska cruises do seem rife with norovirus incidents. What would you advise? Ask her doctor. Some folks of 97 are in better physical shape than those of 67. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardqb Posted March 28, 2013 #3 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Ask her doctor. Some folks of 97 are in better physical shape than those of 67. I agree, age isn't a factor. It's her health, which various from person to person. My 95 year old grandmother could out walk us and was seldom sick. If the doc says it's okay, take her so she can continue to enjoy life! No reason to let age stop her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cherylandtk Posted March 28, 2013 #4 Share Posted March 28, 2013 I would consider the probability of norovirus among several risks of travel at her age. How is her mobility, does she shuffle or walk, is her balance reasonably good? A moving ship deck may not be the best place for her if she is at increased risk of falling and breaking a bone. What are her health issues that need to be managed and how would being on a ship 24 hours from a hospital impact those? And most importantly, what does her doctor say about travel on a cruise ship and what a norovirus outbreak would mean for her immune system? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waltd Posted March 28, 2013 #5 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Does your mom want to go? Is she capable of walking? Are you up for watching over her? If it was me and I was 97 I would want to go. Who knows what next year will bring. I don't like sitting at home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pia1913 Posted March 28, 2013 #6 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Does your mom want to go? Is she capable of walking? Are you up for watching over her?If it was me and I was 97 I would want to go. Who knows what next year will bring. I don't like sitting at home. I fully expect to be cruising frequently when I'm 97. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waltd Posted March 28, 2013 #7 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Good Lord! That's another 35 years Pia...... LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pia1913 Posted March 28, 2013 #8 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Good Lord! That's another 35 years Pia...... LOL You're close. Hope you haven't aged me. Judy knows I'm still a youngster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKman2495 Posted March 28, 2013 #9 Share Posted March 28, 2013 My grandmother liver to almost 107. She visited us in Alaska (by Air) when she was 106. Obviously, it depends on her health, but as others have said, if she is up for it, go for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritzG Posted March 28, 2013 #10 Share Posted March 28, 2013 I fully expect to be cruising frequently when I'm 97. :D And I hope I'm around to read your "Live From" reports! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waltd Posted March 28, 2013 #11 Share Posted March 28, 2013 I will ask Joyce when I see her in May. Then I will know for sure. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pia1913 Posted March 28, 2013 #12 Share Posted March 28, 2013 And I hope I'm around to read your "Live From" reports! I'll be sure to keep them coming. Satellite permitting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pia1913 Posted March 28, 2013 #13 Share Posted March 28, 2013 I will ask Joyce when I see her in May. Then I will know for sure. :) Easier to just find someone who has a photo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted March 28, 2013 #14 Share Posted March 28, 2013 I'll be sure to keep them coming. Satellite permitting. By then we will be reading minds. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waltd Posted March 28, 2013 #15 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Easier to just find someone who has a photo Nah! I need a vacation to Naples. FL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanzer22pilot Posted March 28, 2013 #16 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Goal is to die the last day of a cruise <cheaper than a nursing home> and when the run my credit card it is maxed out at that point and there is zero balance in my banking/savings account. Anything less is lack of financial planning on my part. Current savings planing is that we are good till age 105 with retirement at age 65. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pia1913 Posted March 28, 2013 #17 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Nah! I need a vacation to Naples. FL So when are you coming down? We live on the opposite coast, but will meet you half way. Joyce too, I expect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PunkiC Posted March 28, 2013 #18 Share Posted March 28, 2013 If her doc gives her the green light, she should by all means go. We should all be so lucky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posaune Posted March 28, 2013 #19 Share Posted March 28, 2013 I say cruise with her! My goal, before I am 97 is to cruise with both Pia and Shogun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waltd Posted March 28, 2013 #20 Share Posted March 28, 2013 So when are you coming down? We live on the opposite coast, but will meet you half way. Joyce too, I expect. Don't want to hijack the thread. josephobrycki at Hotmail dot com :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pia1913 Posted March 28, 2013 #21 Share Posted March 28, 2013 I say cruise with her! My goal, before I am 97 is to cruise with both Pia and Shogun. Just look at my sig line and book one. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pia1913 Posted March 28, 2013 #22 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Don't want to hijack the thread. josephobrycki at Hotmail dot com :) mail coming your way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easy_123 Posted March 28, 2013 #23 Share Posted March 28, 2013 These Princess Alaska cruises do seem rife with norovirus incidents. As I will be taking a Princess Alaska cruise this summer, I'm wondering on what basis do you make this claim? Thanks Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk HD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shazz56 Posted March 28, 2013 #24 Share Posted March 28, 2013 As I will be taking a Princess Alaska cruise this summer, I'm wondering on what basis do you make this claim? Thanks Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk HD Must admit i am a bit worried too, as its a long way for us to travel (let alone the expense) to get sick with the virus. I havent read any where in the forums that the Alaska cruises are bad... 8 weeks and counting.... sharon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pia1913 Posted March 28, 2013 #25 Share Posted March 28, 2013 As I will be taking a Princess Alaska cruise this summer, I'm wondering on what basis do you make this claim? Thanks Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk HD Must admit i am a bit worried too, as its a long way for us to travel (let alone the expense) to get sick with the virus. I havent read any where in the forums that the Alaska cruises are bad... 8 weeks and counting.... sharon Just because there's an occasional problem (and not only with Alaska), there is no reason to stress in advance. I hope you both have a wonderful cruise and stop worrying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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