jeanandjim Posted January 31, 2022 #101 Share Posted January 31, 2022 Shelly and Nerd. If you enjoy wine, stop by vines and meet the marvelous Romeo and Ron. Romeo was very helpful in getting Jean a wine that she really enjoyed, it was a Moscato d'Asti, but I failed to get the Label name. Romeo likes to chat and he informed us that during his time off he started the procedure to become a Sommelier. He is two semesters away from finishing. Good for him he really enjoys people, he will be a success. Jim😎 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishin' musician Posted January 31, 2022 #102 Share Posted January 31, 2022 FWIW, we know 2 people who were denied boarding because one tested positive. They said 4 tested positive and 16 total were denied boarding. They also said it was 5pm until their bags were retrieved. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capriccio Posted January 31, 2022 #103 Share Posted January 31, 2022 47 minutes ago, whitecap said: Can someone aboard advise about the KN95 mask being provided by Princess. Is there any indication on the mask where it was manufactured? From what I am reading, the vast majority of the KN95's are manufactured in China. I'm not usually the paranoid type, but I'm not crazy about getting or using anything regarding COVID that has been made in China. Apparently from reports, taken with a grain of salt, many of the home test kits being mailed out to homes were also manufactured in China. Thanks for any information. Bring your own If not getting a mask made in China or, as in our case on a cruise earlier this month, wanting masks you know will fit is important. There is no guarantee (especially since Princess has not announced that they will provide masks) that they will continue to provide masks upon embarkation they will distribute additional masks upon request the supply of masks will always have the same country of origin. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitecap Posted January 31, 2022 #104 Share Posted January 31, 2022 4 minutes ago, capriccio said: Bring your own If not getting a mask made in China or, as in our case on a cruise earlier this month, wanting masks you know will fit is important. There is no guarantee (especially since Princess has not announced that they will provide masks) that they will continue to provide masks upon embarkation they will distribute additional masks upon request the supply of masks will always have the same country of origin. Yea, I think we are going to order the N95 mask (different from the KN 95). There is a company that has both FDA and HHS certification as being made in the US with US material. Gives me that extra little bit of confidence. Thanks for the response. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coo359a2 Posted January 31, 2022 #105 Share Posted January 31, 2022 (edited) Package says Made in China. Feels thicker than some i have had. Was 2 packages (2each) in our room. Just need to ask if we need more Edited January 31, 2022 by coo359a2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbie555 Posted January 31, 2022 #106 Share Posted January 31, 2022 3 hours ago, coo359a2 said: In Cartagena now waiting (anchored) to complete what is required for a far and distant port It must be a real bummer to be anchored in Cartagena but to not be able to go onshore. 🥵 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formerlyyanksdownunder Posted January 31, 2022 #107 Share Posted January 31, 2022 Appreciate all the good information, my wife and I will hopefully be on the return sailing out of LA. Since I believe the first formal night was last night, was it lobster night in the MDR? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coo359a2 Posted January 31, 2022 #108 Share Posted January 31, 2022 2 minutes ago, formerlyyanksdownunder said: Appreciate all the good information, my wife and I will hopefully be on the return sailing out of LA. Since I believe the first formal night was last night, was it lobster night in the MDR? I didn’t see it on menu but could have overlooked it since I don’t eat it🙃 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare iamaqt2 Posted January 31, 2022 #109 Share Posted January 31, 2022 If someone has the time, would it be possible for you to post pics of the dailies and/or menus? It would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coo359a2 Posted January 31, 2022 #110 Share Posted January 31, 2022 39 minutes ago, Robbie555 said: It must be a real bummer to be anchored in Cartagena but to not be able to go onshore. 🥵 Not so much for us as we have been several times but know others were looking forward to it. The Captain just explained why we were anchored her. To meet CBP requirements for far and distant ports only Aruba, Bonaire, Curcaco and Cartagena can be used. Going to Panama the ABC islands are too far to be able to be used for Canal cruises. Hope this makes sense Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coo359a2 Posted January 31, 2022 #111 Share Posted January 31, 2022 2 minutes ago, iamaqt2 said: If someone has the time, would it be possible for you to post pics of the dailies and/or menus? It would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! Sorry not a techie and have no idea how to do that. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare iamaqt2 Posted January 31, 2022 #112 Share Posted January 31, 2022 Just now, coo359a2 said: Sorry not a techie and have no idea how to do that. No worries, maybe someone else will see my post and have a few free moments. Loving following along and all the good information you're sharing. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Oceansaway17 Posted January 31, 2022 #113 Share Posted January 31, 2022 I thought that to go through the Panama Canal testing had to be completed 48 hours in advance. Perhaps this is why so many tests. I believe this ship was delayed a day coming from pacific ocean last month or so for testing that was not completed in time. If all ports want a 48 hr window, then more testing will be done during cruising which could turn some folks away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beg3yrs Posted January 31, 2022 #114 Share Posted January 31, 2022 1 hour ago, Oceansaway17 said: I thought that to go through the Panama Canal testing had to be completed 48 hours in advance. Perhaps this is why so many tests. I believe this ship was delayed a day coming from pacific ocean last month or so for testing that was not completed in time. If all ports want a 48 hr window, then more testing will be done during cruising which could turn some folks away. The ship was delayed on their first trip from LA to FLL as the bridge crew had not been tested within a day of the pilot embarking. Not all passengers have to be tested for the canal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Shelly97060 Posted January 31, 2022 Author #115 Share Posted January 31, 2022 4 hours ago, whitecap said: Can someone aboard advise about the KN95 mask being provided by Princess. Is there any indication on the mask where it was manufactured? From what I am reading, the vast majority of the KN95's are manufactured in China. I'm not usually the paranoid type, but I'm not crazy about getting or using anything regarding COVID that has been made in China. Apparently from reports, taken with a grain of salt, many of the home test kits being mailed out to homes were also manufactured in China. Thanks for any information. Those offered onboard are made in China. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Shelly97060 Posted January 31, 2022 Author #116 Share Posted January 31, 2022 We spent the day anchored by Cartagena. Beautiful, sunny day, no winds. Many people outside on decks enjoying the sunshine. 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Oceansaway17 Posted January 31, 2022 #117 Share Posted January 31, 2022 10 minutes ago, beg3yrs said: The ship was delayed on their first trip from LA to FLL as the bridge crew had not been tested within a day of the pilot embarking. Not all passengers have to be tested for the canal. hmmm okay I do seem to remember that but still this trip all the testing does seem overkill so I thought perhaps it might be the Canal again making demands.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitecap Posted January 31, 2022 #118 Share Posted January 31, 2022 1 minute ago, Shelly97060 said: We spent the day anchored by Cartagena. Beautiful, sunny day, no winds. Many people outside on decks enjoying the sunshine. Thanks so much for taking the time to answer. I'm not a conspiracy theorist and certainly try not to "over react" but it does boggle my mind why we would be buying medical supplies from China. Not to worry though, we'll order the one made in USA. Thanks again and hope you all have a wonderful cruise. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Shelly97060 Posted January 31, 2022 Author #119 Share Posted January 31, 2022 On 1/30/2022 at 3:03 PM, Sonomaflyer said: I am on a March FLL to San Francisco sailing, has Princess offered any compensation for the cancelled ports. No Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nini Posted January 31, 2022 #120 Share Posted January 31, 2022 4 hours ago, jeanandjim said: Shelly and Nerd. If you enjoy wine, stop by vines and meet the marvelous Romeo and Ron. Romeo was very helpful in getting Jean a wine that she really enjoyed, it was a Moscato d'Asti, but I failed to get the Label name. Romeo likes to chat and he informed us that during his time off he started the procedure to become a Sommelier. He is two semesters away from finishing. Good for him he really enjoys people, he will be a success. Jim😎 Thanks for the scoop on Vines! We are on the Emerald in May! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Shelly97060 Posted January 31, 2022 Author #121 Share Posted January 31, 2022 We have lifted anchor and are underway. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Shelly97060 Posted January 31, 2022 Author #122 Share Posted January 31, 2022 For those of you who collect the ship stamps for the Princess Passport Books they have discontinued them completely. For those unfamiliar, these are the stamps that use to be in your cabin when you arrived in your cabin along with a “welcome back “ postcard. They had the ships name and destination on them. They stopped putting them in your cabin several years ago but you could get them from the Captains Circle Desk. I checked today and they aren’t making them any more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare SAKay Posted January 31, 2022 #123 Share Posted January 31, 2022 How have your dinner reservations been? Has anyone been able to have the same table, same wait staff, and same time each night? Thanks very much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weedpindle Posted January 31, 2022 #124 Share Posted January 31, 2022 2 hours ago, SAKay said: How have your dinner reservations been? Has anyone been able to have the same table, same wait staff, and same time each night? Thanks very much. We have 6pm anytime dining at the same table reserved for every night. The aft dining room is only about 1/2 full then 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ken the cruiser Posted February 1, 2022 #125 Share Posted February 1, 2022 1 hour ago, weedpindle said: We have 6pm anytime dining at the same table reserved for every night. The aft dining room is only about 1/2 full then If I might ask, is there plenty of space between occupied tables in the MDR? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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