TeeRick Posted February 12, 2020 #26 Share Posted February 12, 2020 6 minutes ago, agibeault said: It won't stop me because I'm already booked. But yes, I'm nervous of being quarantined to my stateroom. If I wasn't already booked, I wouldn't consider a cruise right now. I just keep reminding myself that chances are extremely small of being quarantined and MANY ships are cruising right now with no problems. I'm also happy that my cruise is soon because later on the spread may be much worse. But even with all the worry floating around I am VERY excited for my upcoming trip 🙂 Why are you assuming the spread will be much worse? Lots of safeguards in place that were not there a few weeks ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare hcat Posted February 12, 2020 #27 Share Posted February 12, 2020 We may edit out a few cruises.. as we go along. Not worth the risk of illness away from home and being controlled by the cruise line and others. Some folks on the Royal ship out of Bayonne were told nothing..til they were off the ship. We came home from a Fla vacation last week and are now confined at home with flu...It has been very difficult and would be much worse on a ship in a tiny balc cabin. Our dtr is pregnant.. due soon...and we can't even help her out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MightyMike Posted February 12, 2020 #28 Share Posted February 12, 2020 I cancelled my cruise in April for other reasons, but I'm happy that I did. I don't think anyone knows what is going to happen in the next few months. Long-term I don't think this is an issue. Everything will eventually work itself out. But I do think it add uncertainty over the coming months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAl94 Posted February 12, 2020 #29 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Here's a link to an article on the UK law re substantial destination changes and refund entitlement some might find useful https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/coronavirus-news-latest-princess-cruises-iglu-package-travel-regulations-a9331066.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgmn Posted February 12, 2020 #30 Share Posted February 12, 2020 We have two European cruises this Summer and as of now will still be going. Having said that we had a land holiday planned in Thailand and Singapore for April and are thinking of cancelling. Nothing paid for yet so won't be out of pocket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulh84 Posted February 12, 2020 #31 Share Posted February 12, 2020 We’re still going. Our next cruise is at the end of March in the Caribbean. If it’s still running rampant and spreads to US and Caribbean in the next month and a half, I think we’ll have bigger worries than if we’re going on the cruise or not. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muushka Posted February 12, 2020 #32 Share Posted February 12, 2020 1 hour ago, RICCruisers said: I guess the point is it makes more sense to post this on a cruise forum than an African Safari Forum. I knew there would be a good answer to that question!😃 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ipeeinthepool Posted February 12, 2020 #33 Share Posted February 12, 2020 (edited) I'm not sure , but I'll let you know in a few weeks when I return from the Silhouette. 😉 Edited February 12, 2020 by ipeeinthepool 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STIguy Posted February 12, 2020 #34 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Only if I die from Corona. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fouremco Posted February 12, 2020 #35 Share Posted February 12, 2020 There are many areas of the world that remain low risk at the current time and I have no concern cruising in those regions for the time being. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mafig Posted February 12, 2020 #36 Share Posted February 12, 2020 (edited) We have one booked for the end of March and are going. However, dh takes 9 different perscription meds. and I dread lugging an additional 14 days worth with us, but ... you gotta do what you gotta do.😟 I might start looking for price drops on some cruises I'm following. Edited February 12, 2020 by mafig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PTC DAWG Posted February 12, 2020 #37 Share Posted February 12, 2020 No...have two booked this year. Edge and Equinox 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sakigemcam Posted February 12, 2020 #38 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Nope. First, I trust the cruise line will do EVERYTHING it can to screen, keep the ship clean, enforce hand washing and other practices, because it's just not good for business if ships become infected. Second, with an upcoming cruise to the Caribbean, I see it as far-fetched that anyone traveling through Asia in the preceding two weeks would then be cruising, and that the few folks who are unfortunately infected in the US have plans to join us. We will definitely take more precautions with homeopathic immunity products, more so than normal. I usually wear a disposable glove at the buffet so will be more diligent. I don't touch stairway rails, etc. We always bring Tamiflu on cruises, btw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mom says Posted February 12, 2020 #39 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Since the suitcase is already half packed, I guess that would be a no. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Realblonde474 Posted February 12, 2020 #40 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Remember when we were only worried about norovirus and hangovers? And no, it will not keep me off of a ship. I think we are more at risk driving to the airport.. Donna 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wales4ever Posted February 12, 2020 #41 Share Posted February 12, 2020 No 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sydbarrett Posted February 12, 2020 #42 Share Posted February 12, 2020 2 hours ago, TeeRick said: Why are you assuming the spread will be much worse? Lots of safeguards in place that were not there a few weeks ago. Just said it *may* be worse in the future, which is possible. Of course we all hope it gets better however I think we will be seeing more of these types of viruses in the future rather than less. That being said, I don't feel it is a real threat to me at this point in time, and where I will be cruising. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sydbarrett Posted February 12, 2020 #43 Share Posted February 12, 2020 28 minutes ago, Realblonde474 said: Remember when we were only worried about norovirus and hangovers? And no, it will not keep me off of a ship. I think we are more at risk driving to the airport.. Donna I'm still most worried about noro and hangover! lol 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny01 Posted February 12, 2020 #44 Share Posted February 12, 2020 (edited) Will continue. Doing Europe and TA, then a Japan-TP in May 2021. Will review the Japan cruise in the Fall and see if Corona continues or starts back up and is a major threat. But we all must realize that cruising is more risky than many other vacation venues. When we see reports of ships having large outbreaks of norovirus, we don’t realize how many get this virus when visiting places such as DisneyWorld and the symptoms then show up after leaving. But with that said, cruise ships have a more vulnerable clientele, we are confined in common areas and same dining areas longer than most other vacation experiences. It’s the nature of cruising. So, we’ll watch how corona virus progresses. Either it recedes because of the actions being taken worldwide, or because viruses tend (but not for sure at all) to reduce as the weather heats up. Many medical sites are saying that may not occur with this virus. Anyone saying they think it may recede with summer coming is just blowing hot air. Ha. We’ll see. But all that means is that it then can return with a fury in the Fall/Winter as do many flu’s. Enough. we live with many risks. This is another one to take into account. I’ve been tracking the SR availability on my Nov 2020 TA and it is over 90% 8 months ahead with no decreases. So we’ll just have to see how it all goes and how it impacts the vacationing I love. Heck, a group went skying in France and were exposed there. And by the way, I don’t see this as ‘media hysteria’. We always seem to blame the messenger. If they report on it, they are being hysterical or sensationalizing it; if they don’t they are hiding it. Goes with all the other conspiracies that come alive along with a new risk. Den Edited February 12, 2020 by Denny01 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Cruiser 6143 Posted February 12, 2020 #45 Share Posted February 12, 2020 I have no intention of cancelling my currently booked cruises. I'll be cruising in the Caribbean and Bermuda in April and May and then heading to Iceland and Greenland in August. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baron Barracuda Posted February 12, 2020 #46 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Came down with bad case of flu aboard ship in Caribbean once. No fun but didn't keep me from coming back. Once they have an instant Corona test available (supposedly soon) should eliminate need for 14 day full ship quarantine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainiac II Posted February 12, 2020 #47 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Not us! Look, it seems that some pandemic pops up every year, it’s Sika, it’s Saars, , its Noro, it’s well you get it. Not saying these are not serious, but if we knee jerked reaction at every one of these things (and next year’s to come) , we would all stay home in a bubble. Live life, take precautions and trust In God! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise a holic Posted February 12, 2020 #48 Share Posted February 12, 2020 I certainly will not go to asia or even overseas now. But feel fine about the Caribbean , alaska , mexico or New England Unless things get worse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgesGal Posted February 12, 2020 #49 Share Posted February 12, 2020 Have a 24 day Oceania Cruise booked for March 18 and I WILL be on that ship. My next cruise - September on Millie - I'm taking a wait and see approach! That cruise will be from Vancouver to Yokohama with two other ports in Japan. I'll keep an eye out for cases in Japan as it nears final payment. Low number of cases, I WILL be on that ship as well! Donna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise a holic Posted February 12, 2020 #50 Share Posted February 12, 2020 PS. A good reason not to take an inside or oceanview cabin! I would go nuts! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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