Another Covid test day count

[Fouremco]

Just now, jgmorgan said:

Hmm...sounds like you might have experience working in an IT shop (but I agree).

 

We always found the IT shop to be a convenient place to lay blame. 😂

LOL, no, never worked in an IT shop, but I did work closely with one and was aware of this issue. 

[runningtide]

I retired as a IT Network Director of Engineering. Regarding the subject matter, consider a simplified statement. IT is responsible for content DELIVERY...., not the content. The content is provided by the organizations that subscribe to the various IT services. 

[basenji56]

2 hours ago, Turtles06 said:

The word Celebrity has used and still uses is antigen. 
 

https://www.celebritycruises.com/healthy-at-sea/faqs

 

Thanks.  That site gives much more details about the tests.  

 

This was from a different Celebrity site:

 

All Travelers: Must present a negative RT-PCR or Antigent test taken 72 hrs. prior to arrival at the terminal for sailings departing August 6, 2021 through September 6, 2021. Unvaccinated Children (6 mo – 11 years): will get a Rapid RT-PCR test at embark. Unvaccinated 12+ will need a RT-PCR 3 days prior to boarding, rapid RT-PCR at embark, & (sailings 6N+) Antigen mid-cruise

[Turtles06]

2 minutes ago, basenji56 said:

This was from a different Celebrity site:

 

All Travelers: Must present a negative RT-PCR or Antigent test taken 72 hrs. prior to arrival at the terminal for sailings departing August 6, 2021 through September 6, 2021. Unvaccinated Children (6 mo – 11 years): will get a Rapid RT-PCR test at embark. Unvaccinated 12+ will need a RT-PCR 3 days prior to boarding, rapid RT-PCR at embark, & (sailings 6N+) Antigen mid-cruise

 

Pretty clearly a typo, imho. 😉

[Jim_Iain]

I received 2 emails today (wish they would put what cruise they are for) believe it to be for our Sept 6 cruise.

 

On this communication they spell Antigen correctly but still states 72 hours for the test. 

 

Edited August 11, 2021 by Jim_Iain

[Jim_Iain]

Just in case you want to read --- came out really small

 

We look forward to welcoming you aboard Celebrity Equinox® for your Caribbean sailing from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Before we depart, we have some important information to share regarding our Health and Safety Protocols. Out of an abundance of caution, Celebrity Cruises will be enhancing COVID-19 testing requirements for both vaccinated and unvaccinated guests. All guests over the age of two, regardless of vaccination status, will now be required to present a negative COVID-19 test result at the time of embarkation. This test may be taken as either a PCR test or an Antigen test, conducted within 72 hours of embarkation. Each guest is responsible for making their own arrangements with an accredited testing provider as well as all associated costs. Should a guest be unable to complete the testing requirements, a 100% refund or Future Cruise Credit will be offered. Additional testing and protocols will be confirmed closer to your sailing departure date in line with the most up to date recommendations from local government and health officials as well as our Healthy Sail Panel. These measures, including vaccination and testing requirements, will evolve along with public health standards.

US ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• All non-US residents must present a negative NAAT or Antigen test taken with 3 days of travel.

• Be sure to save a copy on your phone and bring a printed copy. Name on test results must match those on government issued identification.

VACCINATION POLICY

Following CDC guidelines we will sail with all crew vaccinated and at least 95% of guests will be fully vaccinated.

All guests 12 years and older must be fully vaccinated with all COVID-19 vaccine doses administered at least 14 days prior to sailing.

Acceptable proof of vaccination must be in the form of the original vaccination record document issued by the country’s health authority or healthcare provider that administered the vaccination.

All unvaccinated children 6 months to 11 years old will require a complimentary Covid-19 test at the terminal. Registration is required prior to arrival at terminal. A link will be provided via email to the unvaccinated guest.

Guests that do not meet the testing and health screening policy requirements will be denied boarding.

WHILE ONBOARD

• Following CDC Guidelines, masks will not be required for vaccinated guests.

WHILE ASHORE

Shore excursion guidance listed by itinerary below. We will continue to monitor and evaluate and update as any changes to local requirements occur. Unvaccinated guests and families with unvaccinated children may only go ashore if participating in an excursion provided by Celebrity Cruises. Southern Caribbean: • On your own tours are permitted in Aruba and Curacao. • Celebrity curated tours are required in Barbados, St. Kitts & Nevis, Tortola and St. Lucia. Eastern Caribbean: • On your own tours are permitted in St. Croix, St. Maarten*, St. Thomas and Nassau. *The local health authorities in St. Thomas have recommended that all guests, including fully vaccinated persons, wear a face mask while ashore and particularly while indoors. *The St. Maarten government requires all unvaccinated guests age 10 and older, be tested 2 days prior to disembarking and visiting St. Maarten. Test will be provided onboard. Western Caribbean: • On your own tours are permitted in Nassau. • Celebrity curated tours are required in Costa Maya, Cozumel and Roatan.

TRAVEL HOME

• Unvaccinated children are required to take a PCR test for Covid-19 prior to re-entry for voyages 4 nights or longer.

• Tests required for home country re-entry will also be administered onboard. Testing will be provided free of charge to our vaccinated guests prior to debarkation. Additional details and registration provided once onboard.

For more information to prepare for your cruise please visit HEALTHY AT SEA. Or call North America: 1-800-280-3423 Outside North America: 001-316-554-5961.

[TeeRick]

20 hours ago, Jim_Iain said:

Just in case you want to read --- came out really small

 

We look forward to welcoming you aboard Celebrity Equinox® for your Caribbean sailing from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Before we depart, we have some important information to share regarding our Health and Safety Protocols. Out of an abundance of caution, Celebrity Cruises will be enhancing COVID-19 testing requirements for both vaccinated and unvaccinated guests. All guests over the age of two, regardless of vaccination status, will now be required to present a negative COVID-19 test result at the time of embarkation. This test may be taken as either a PCR test or an Antigen test, conducted within 72 hours of embarkation. Each guest is responsible for making their own arrangements with an accredited testing provider as well as all associated costs. Should a guest be unable to complete the testing requirements, a 100% refund or Future Cruise Credit will be offered. Additional testing and protocols will be confirmed closer to your sailing departure date in line with the most up to date recommendations from local government and health officials as well as our Healthy Sail Panel. These measures, including vaccination and testing requirements, will evolve along with public health standards.

US ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• All non-US residents must present a negative NAAT or Antigen test taken with 3 days of travel.

• Be sure to save a copy on your phone and bring a printed copy. Name on test results must match those on government issued identification.

VACCINATION POLICY

Following CDC guidelines we will sail with all crew vaccinated and at least 95% of guests will be fully vaccinated.

All guests 12 years and older must be fully vaccinated with all COVID-19 vaccine doses administered at least 14 days prior to sailing.

Acceptable proof of vaccination must be in the form of the original vaccination record document issued by the country’s health authority or healthcare provider that administered the vaccination.

All unvaccinated children 6 months to 11 years old will require a complimentary Covid-19 test at the terminal. Registration is required prior to arrival at terminal. A link will be provided via email to the unvaccinated guest.

Guests that do not meet the testing and health screening policy requirements will be denied boarding.

WHILE ONBOARD

• Following CDC Guidelines, masks will not be required for vaccinated guests.

WHILE ASHORE

Shore excursion guidance listed by itinerary below. We will continue to monitor and evaluate and update as any changes to local requirements occur. Unvaccinated guests and families with unvaccinated children may only go ashore if participating in an excursion provided by Celebrity Cruises. Southern Caribbean: • On your own tours are permitted in Aruba and Curacao. • Celebrity curated tours are required in Barbados, St. Kitts & Nevis, Tortola and St. Lucia. Eastern Caribbean: • On your own tours are permitted in St. Croix, St. Maarten*, St. Thomas and Nassau. *The local health authorities in St. Thomas have recommended that all guests, including fully vaccinated persons, wear a face mask while ashore and particularly while indoors. *The St. Maarten government requires all unvaccinated guests age 10 and older, be tested 2 days prior to disembarking and visiting St. Maarten. Test will be provided onboard. Western Caribbean: • On your own tours are permitted in Nassau. • Celebrity curated tours are required in Costa Maya, Cozumel and Roatan.

TRAVEL HOME

• Unvaccinated children are required to take a PCR test for Covid-19 prior to re-entry for voyages 4 nights or longer.

• Tests required for home country re-entry will also be administered onboard. Testing will be provided free of charge to our vaccinated guests prior to debarkation. Additional details and registration provided once onboard.

For more information to prepare for your cruise please visit HEALTHY AT SEA. Or call North America: 1-800-280-3423 Outside North America: 001-316-554-5961.

Thanks @Jim_Iain!😀