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Welcome to the Solo Sue Travels channel, where I share my experiences as a solo traveler for both pleasure and business travel. I am on the West Coast of the United States (Northern California specifically) so I go on trips when possible leaving from the west coast. I post largely on cruising and all-inclusive land resorts, but also the occasional road trip to interesting places that are close enough for a drive. People hesitate to travel when they don't have someone to travel with. I think we should normalize solo traveling for both business and leisure. Come along with me and see how much fun solo travel can be.
Life is short--get out there on your own!
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Life is short--get out there on your own!
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Seabourn Odyssey Embarkation Day | Alaska Cruising | Ultra Luxury Line | Solo Travel
Hello Travelers,
I boarded the Seabourn Odyssey on September 29, 2023 for my last cruise of the year. I had never sailed with Seabourn, and they are known as an ultra luxury line. I was very curious to see the differences in how they do things versus the main stream and even premium lines do.
This was a wonderful ship and a really fun voyage. I started my day in the Pan Pacific hotel, which sits atop the cruise port at Canada Place. It’s a great hotel, and they have a nice service where you can have them take your bags from your room and deliver them straight to your ship.
I went to embarkation, and it was a folding table with two people sitting at it to check in passengers. They gave me an afternoon boarding window, and there wasn’t a line or anything when I arrived. Check in was just them finding my name on their list and letting me go on board.
I managed to loose an item between my hotel room and the ship, and I actually got back off the ship to go look for it. Sadly, it was gone for good. But this was the first time I had ever boarded a ship on embarkation day and then got off the ship to go do something.
They had our room keys for us and they provided these nice little cases for them rather than a lanyard or something. Much like you’d hold some business cards in, so it was useful after the fact as well.
They had a hosted solo cruisers meetup in one of the bars before dinner, and a hosted table in the Restaurant. It was pleasant to meet some of the other passengers who were traveling by themselves, and the hosts always kept the conversation going.
Please like this video and subscribe to my channel to make sure you don’t miss future content. I have more videos for this cruise, as well as future cruises booked through the rest of this year and beyond. Thanks for watching!
Solo Sue
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#itscruiseday #cruiselife #letscruise #cruisenews #cruiserestart #cruiseupdates #SoloTravel #SoloSueTravels #SoloSue #SeabournCruises #SeabournOdyssey
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I boarded the Seabourn Odyssey on September 29, 2023 for my last cruise of the year. I had never sailed with Seabourn, and they are known as an ultra luxury line. I was very curious to see the differences in how they do things versus the main stream and even premium lines do.
This was a wonderful ship and a really fun voyage. I started my day in the Pan Pacific hotel, which sits atop the cruise port at Canada Place. It’s a great hotel, and they have a nice service where you can have them take your bags from your room and deliver them straight to your ship.
I went to embarkation, and it was a folding table with two people sitting at it to check in passengers. They gave me an afternoon boarding window, and there wasn’t a line or anything when I arrived. Check in was just them finding my name on their list and letting me go on board.
I managed to loose an item between my hotel room and the ship, and I actually got back off the ship to go look for it. Sadly, it was gone for good. But this was the first time I had ever boarded a ship on embarkation day and then got off the ship to go do something.
They had our room keys for us and they provided these nice little cases for them rather than a lanyard or something. Much like you’d hold some business cards in, so it was useful after the fact as well.
They had a hosted solo cruisers meetup in one of the bars before dinner, and a hosted table in the Restaurant. It was pleasant to meet some of the other passengers who were traveling by themselves, and the hosts always kept the conversation going.
Please like this video and subscribe to my channel to make sure you don’t miss future content. I have more videos for this cruise, as well as future cruises booked through the rest of this year and beyond. Thanks for watching!
Solo Sue
Perfect Start by Mefree courtesy of Epidemic Sound | www.epidemicsound.com
#itscruiseday #cruiselife #letscruise #cruisenews #cruiserestart #cruiseupdates #SoloTravel #SoloSueTravels #SoloSue #SeabournCruises #SeabournOdyssey
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Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver | PreCruise Hotel | Solo Travel Vlog
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Hello Travelers, In September 2023, I boarded the Seabourn Odyssey for an Alaska sailing. This was my PreCruise hotel. I’ve always wanted to try this hotel. It is literally perched on top of the cruise port. You just cannot get any closer to the port than this. It is also a lovely hotel, and I’ve included some footage of the lobby areas. I booked a king room, but when I arrived, they said they ...
What’s it like getting Covid on a cruise ship in 2024? | Sky Princess | Solo Travel
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Hello Travelers, I wanted to pop this in here. I know it is out of sequence with the series running just now, but I just got back from a cruise where I caught Covid. I wanted to show you what it is like in August 2024 to have Covid on a cruise ship. It has been going around the ship too, my group ended up with 4 cases. I know of several more just by hearing other passengers talk. This cruise wa...
Carnival Miracle Full Ship Tour | No Talking | Solo Travel
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Hello Travelers, I boarded Carnival Celebration on September 24, 20223. This is a short four day cruise, visiting Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. I’ve been to both ports, but I was really excited about this cabin! Here is the full ship tour of the Carnival Miracle. Enjoy! Please like this video and subscribe to my channel to make sure you don’t miss future content. I have more videos for ...
Carnival Miracle Nick & Nora’s Steakhouse Menu | Solo Travel
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Hello Travelers, I boarded Carnival Celebration on September 24, 20223. This is a short four day cruise, visiting Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. I’ve been to both ports, but I was really excited about this cabin! As I prepared this video, originally as the Carnival Miracle Restaurant Menus video, I realized the only restaurant menu I recorded was this one. So I offer you the Nick and Nor...
Carnival Miracle Disembarkation Day | Solo Travel
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Hello Travelers, I boarded Carnival Celebration on September 24, 20223. This is a short four day cruise, visiting Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. I’ve been to both ports, but I was really excited about this cabin! Today they are kicking us off the ship. We are back where we started at Long Beach, with its distinctive dome. I had an early airport transfer booked, which got me off the ship ...
Carnival Miracle Activities Day 4 | Mexican Riviera | Solo Travel
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Hello Travelers, I boarded Carnival Celebration on September 24, 20223. This is a short four day cruise, visiting Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. I’ve been to both ports, but I was really excited about this cabin! This shows the activities listed in the Carnival app for the fourth day of the cruise. Please like this video and subscribe to my channel to make sure you don’t miss future cont...
Carnival Miracle Day 4 - At Sea | Solo Travel
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Hello Travelers, I boarded Carnival Celebration on September 24, 20223. This is a short four day cruise, visiting Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. I’ve been to both ports, but I was really excited about this cabin! Today was a sea day, and our last day of the cruise. I swear I spent the day eating! I started with the Dr. Seuss breakfast, followed by Afternoon Tea and then to top it off, th...
Carnival Miracle Activities Day 3 | Mexican Riviera | Solo Travel
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Hello Travelers, I boarded Carnival Celebration on September 24, 20223. This is a short four day cruise, visiting Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. I’ve been to both ports, but I was really excited about this cabin! This shows the activities listed in the Carnival app for the third day of the cruise. Please like this video and subscribe to my channel to make sure you don’t miss future conte...
Carnival Miracle Day 3 - Ensenada | Solo Travel
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Hello Travelers, I boarded Carnival Celebration on September 24, 20223. This is a short four day cruise, visiting Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. I’ve been to both ports, but I was really excited about this cabin! Today we were docked in Ensenada, Mexico. I woke up and didn’t feel like taking the tour I had booked. It involved several hours on a bus, and I just wasn’t interested enough to...
Carnival Miracle Bar Menus | Solo Travel
zhlédnutí 12Před 28 dny
Hello Travelers, I boarded Carnival Celebration on September 24, 20223. This is a short four day cruise, visiting Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. I’ve been to both ports, but I was really excited about this cabin! While I did not get the menus for every bar on the ship during this short cruise, I did manage the following: Alchemy Bar Red Frog Rum Bar Nick and Nora Steakhouse Cocktail Menu...
Carnival Miracle Activities Day 2 | Mexican Riviera | Solo Travel
zhlédnutí 14Před 28 dny
Hello Travelers, I boarded Carnival Celebration on September 24, 20223. This is a short four day cruise, visiting Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. I’ve been to both ports, but I was really excited about this cabin! This shows the activities listed in the Carnival app for the second day of the cruise. Please like this video and subscribe to my channel to make sure you don’t miss future cont...
Carnival Miracle Day 2 - Catalina Island | Solo Travel
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Hello Travelers, I boarded Carnival Celebration on September 24, 20223. This is a short four day cruise, visiting Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. I’ve been to both ports, but I was really excited about this cabin! Today we were at Catalina Island, which is a tender port. There is no docks that can accommodate the cruise ships, so they all use their tenders here. I booked a shore excursion...
Carnival Miracle Activities Day 1 | Mexican Riviera | Solo Travel
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Hello Travelers, I boarded Carnival Celebration on September 24, 20223. This is a short four day cruise, visiting Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. I’ve been to both ports, but I was really excited about this cabin! This shows the activities listed in the Carnival app for the first day of the cruise. Please like this video and subscribe to my channel to make sure you don’t miss future conte...
Carnival Miracle Suite 4237 Room Tour | Mexican Riviera | Solo Travel
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Hello Travelers, I boarded Carnival Celebration on September 24, 20223. This is a short four day cruise, visiting Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. I’ve been to both ports, but I was really excited about this cabin! It is a rare occurrence that I book a suite, but it was such a good price since the cruise was a short one. I just couldn’t resist. I really enjoyed this suite, with the wraparo...
Carnival Miracle Embarkation Day | Catalina, Ensenada | Solo Travel
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Carnival Miracle Embarkation Day | Catalina, Ensenada | Solo Travel
Marriott Los Angeles Airport | PreCruise Hotel | Solo Travel Vlog
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Marriott Los Angeles Airport | PreCruise Hotel | Solo Travel Vlog
Flying Alaska Airlines First Class SFO - LAX | Solo Travel Vlog
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Flying Alaska Airlines First Class SFO - LAX | Solo Travel Vlog
TWA Hotel, JFK Airport | Solo Travel Vlog
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TWA Hotel, JFK Airport | Solo Travel Vlog
Emerald Princess New York City | Catacombs by Candlelight Tour | Solo Travel Vlog
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Emerald Princess New York City | Catacombs by Candlelight Tour | Solo Travel Vlog
Emerald Princess New York City | Empire State Building | Solo Travel Vlog
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Emerald Princess New York City | Empire State Building | Solo Travel Vlog
Emerald Princess New York City | Ellis Island | Solo Travel Vlog
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Emerald Princess New York City | Ellis Island | Solo Travel Vlog
Emerald Princess New York City | History of Ice Cream | Solo Travel Vlog
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Emerald Princess New York City | History of Ice Cream | Solo Travel Vlog
Emerald Princess New York City | Statue of Liberty | Solo Travel Vlog
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Emerald Princess New York City | Statue of Liberty | Solo Travel Vlog
Emerald Princess New York City | 9/11 Memorial | Solo Travel Vlog
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Emerald Princess New York City | 9/11 Memorial | Solo Travel Vlog
Club Quarters Hotel World Trade Center, New York City | Solo Travel Vlog
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Club Quarters Hotel World Trade Center, New York City | Solo Travel Vlog
Emerald Princess Full Ship Tour | No Talking | Solo Travel Vlog
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Emerald Princess Full Ship Tour | No Talking | Solo Travel Vlog
Emerald Princess Full Panama Canal Transit Timelapse Community Post | Solo Travel Vlog
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Emerald Princess Full Panama Canal Transit Timelapse Community Post | Solo Travel Vlog
Emerald Princess Disembarkation Day | Full Panama Canal Transit | Solo Travel Vlog
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Emerald Princess Disembarkation Day | Full Panama Canal Transit | Solo Travel Vlog
Emerald Princess Disembarkation Flyers | Solo Travel
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Emerald Princess Disembarkation Flyers | Solo Travel
I hope you doing ok. I just returned from a Canada Cruise and tested positive at home. The day before I experienced a runny nose and attributed my symptoms to my allergies. My husband tested negative as well as my two boys so I was happy about that. I think I got it from the shuttle boats, they were so packed with many people coughing. In the future I will wait for the bigger shuttles, since they have better ventilation. I’m glad I took my temperature as soon as I got home. After noticing a 101 fever I tested myself for COVID immediately and it was positive. My symptoms have been super mild and just head congestion. The fever was just one day. Medication prescribed by my doctor was $389, that’s with insurance and a coupon. I didn’t get the medicine. Waiting for 2 more days to retest.
Thank you so much for your video tour. We have the opportunity to book this cabin for an upcoming cruise and have read mixed reports regarding noise and cooking smells from the adjacent vent, What was your experience with the alleged cooking smells and noise? Love your honest feedback before we commit.
Lordy, please post an update on how well the insurance comes through for you. 🤞🏻
I sure hope your feeling better!
The charge for the Paxlovid looks like highway robbery.
Yes that was quite a surprise!
@@SoloSueTravels Who needs a gun when you sell Paxlovid?
I’m sorry you’re not aware that COVID is not a virus, but snake venom, therefore you can’t “catch” venom. There is no need to wear a mask, distancing, or isolation. Also, some of the tests are laced with COVID. You can research this by watching Dr Brian Ardis on you tube.
The bathroom doesn't have any bars in the shower. Maybe you can get a key for the cooler from the front desk. How much are the room rates at this hotel? Where is it located?
It is located in Vancouver on top of the Canada Place cruise port. They even have a service to take your bags straight to your ship! I’m sure I could have had the cooler opened, but I didn’t need it, so I didn’t bother.
All you really have to do is wear a proper n95 or kn95 mask in crowded places and use proper hand washing techniques.
What is the test for covid? PCR? Is that wHat the Doctor used? JaB status?
I used one of the Binax home tests. They are antigen, I believe. The doctor declined to test me. I am up to date on the vaccine. This new strain is just more contagious.
What would we do without those tests? It would be like 2019 again.
I know, it is just good to know one way or another. I like having the peace of mind.
You have to pay it before you get of the ship some people wouldn't know that
@@kevasearle7928 That is true, the charges go directly into your shipboard account, which must be settled before you leave the ship.
I got the anti-Covid medicine from the ships medical department. Thank goodness my medical insurance will cover the cost because it was $700.
I got covid in August on Alaska cruise. One of the things that surprised me was the medical department released me from quarantine 24 hours after being diagnosed because I didn’t have a fever. They told me it was the new CDC guidelines.
Same here. I was released after 24 hours because my fever was gone.
Day before going home from NCL-Joy , I felt sick , but because the vent was so dirty and dusty I thought it was that , when got home next day felt very weak took the test and was positive. Now 10 days later still coughing and weak , my husband got Covid too . Same thing happened two years ago ,it was Joy too . This time Covid is stronger . I did showed the photos of the disgusting vent in our ♿️room at the guest service. I wish I went to the medical on the cruise .
@@jennyslavis375 I hope you both feel better soon
Thank you for being a responsible person and keeping others safe by quarantining till you feel better
I`m sorry, but I cannot understand why anyone, anywhere is going cruises as of this pandemic. There is this mass insanity.
Thanks for sharing this. It sounds like you're being treated relatively well, so get well soon.
I came down with Covid a day after disembarking a Norwegian Fjords cruise last September. We’re on a cruise to Alaska in just over a week and I am coming prepared this time. My GP in the UK gave me a private prescription for Paxlovid and antibiotics in case of infection. Cost £11 for Paxlovid and £12 for the antibiotics. I took Paxlovid last year which made Covid go away for a week but I then had rebound for another 10 days after that and got a chest infection. But I got better and have always been fully vaccinated. This time I’m a bit more anxious as I am on immunosuppressants but have had good advice from Dr about how to deal with it if I get Covid. I have travel insurance but there have been recent cases in the press where travel insurance companies refuse to pay out for Covid where there are underlying medical conditions. So I am coming prepared. If anything it will save me hundreds of dollars in visiting the ship medical centre. Wishing you better.
Wow, the cost of Paxlovid on land vs what they charged me is staggering. I must see if my doc will prescribe that way. Worth a shot.
Did you go on a plane recently, it seems everyone gets covid after a plane ride, because of the recycled air, and not wearing a mask maybe
I did take a plane over, but I didn’t test positive for Covid until almost 2 weeks after that, so I think I got it on the ship.
Thank you for posting this. I’m going on a 16 day Princess cruise in a few days. I was wondering what the procedure would be for Covid.
@@bonniephelps9481 you’re welcome, I hope it helped.
This is my fear we usually cruise smaller ships but are joining friends on a princess cruise next week 😬😬😬
I hope you have a wonderful time!
I'm going on the Sapphire Princess in 3 weeks. I have had 8 shots, and 2 yrs ago needed Paxlovid. Thanks to your posting, I will remember to pack a thermometer, tylenol and masks.
Thanks for sharing! Praying 🙏🏽 that you will get well soon!
That is unfortunate you contracted Covid. I an a retired R.N. and due to a blood clotting issue that resulted in 95% vision loss in my left eye along with having a severe adverse reaction to the H1N1 flu 💉 in 2009, all my doctors advised me not to take the 💉. At the onset and into the height of the pandemic before the 1st 💉s were available I worked the healthcare frontline triaging ambulatory virus symotomatic patients that presented to the hospital I was working at. During this time as well as after I did not contract the virus where many of my colleagues pre and post vaccination did. I suspect the reason for this is a number of years ago I was diagnosed with a severe Vitamin D deficiency, and since that time I have had to take daily Vitamin D supplements because I just can't maintain a normal range Vitamin D level without them. Vitamin D is very important in maintaining a healthy immune system needed to fight off viruses and other infectious organisms. Vitamin D deficiencies are near epidemic populations that live in long grey winter climates due to getting insufficient direct sunlight skin exposure which the sun is where we get the lions share of our Vitamin D. Getting vaccinated for any infectious disease provides some but not 100% immunity, and other interventions such as maintaining a normal Vitamin D level, preventing dehydration, getting sufficient sleep, and limiting sugar and alcohol intake does much to enhance one's immunity as well as incorporating good infection control hygiene measures. If you have not or never had your Vitamin D level checked do consider asking your physician to order a Vitamin D level lab test on you. If you are found to be deficient this is very easy to correct under the supervision of your physician. I wish you a speedy recovery.
I was just reading about vitamin D deficiency recently. It can’t hurt to get the level checked.
Have you had the Covid vaccine. FYI for everyone the new variant Covid vaccine just came out. The shot only protects you for 4-6 months. People don’t believe you can get it more than once. I know many people who have gotten it more than once
Yup. This is my second time having Covid. The first time, I got it at a local conference. This time, my travels caught up to me I guess. I have had a number of the vaccines/booster. I’m pretty much treating it like the annual flu shot now.
So sorry you are sick. Glad you made the video as it might help lots of other travelers. I am taking my first cruise. I am in the United States and it is an Alaskan cruise from Seattle. Since I have Medicare, do I need another insurance?
@EJJohnson-cj4qn Yes, you need travel medical insurance. 99% of Medicare plans do not cover medical on cruises.
Yes, definitely get it. Travel is usually excluded outside .
But not a thermometer, always bring a thermometer, a pulse Oximeter and blood pressure cuff.
I would recommend travel insurance. I have heard good things from people who used insuremytrip.com to compare quotes. Hope this helps.
So dd you embark w/ a test and a mask in advance? You packed those items?
Yes I did. As much as I travel, it makes me feel better knowing I have the basics to both tell if that sniffle or sore throat is something more than the common cold, and to help me feel better if I am sick. I now bring a thermometer along with cold remedies, tests, masks and other common travel meds.
We sailed through the Panama Canal last January on the Emerald Princess and I got COVID about half way through the 15 day cruise. I got Paxlovid from the medical office and it cost me $750 as well. My own medical insurance reimbursed me the cost of the medication (minus my $5 co-pay). The Princess travel insurance I had reimbursed me for the 4 days I was required to isolate. I wasn't actually expecting that but it was very nice. We are boarding the Emerald Princess in two days for an east coast cruise. REALLY hoping to stay healthy for the 10 days we're on board.
I hope you have a wonderful trip!
Did the princess insurance cover the office visit?
That is so awful. I tested positive in March 2023 two days after getting home from a cruise and again in December 2023 halfway into a 10 day cruise. Luckily, I brought tests and meds with me. But it was totally miserable. And I missed out on half my cruise. I am cruising again in November. Fingers crossed.
Yeah, it is always a bummer to get sick on a trip. I feel better knowing I am as prepared as I can be though.
I hope your trip is awesome!
Oh I got it on CZcams, being civil or nice whatever you want to call it. I want to ask how many shots have you taken for COVID ? Not trying to judge but everyone on this planet is different with health and personal responsibility for health. Hope enjoy your travels
I have had several, including boosters. Sadly I got my booster before this new really contagious strain came out, so it didn’t defend against it.
That is why I carry Ivermectin tablets with me anytime I go on vacation, it works great! Get better soon! Cheers
You can get ivermectin cheaper at the feed and grain store
@@ronairgood1041 that is true, but the dosage is a lot lower on the paste and liquid Ivermectin at the feed store. Cheers
Im going on a. Ruise in 2 weeks to Europe may I ask whzt travel medical insurance you have? IM 70 YRs old and on Medicare..
I use Allianz, it is travel insurance, not specifically medical insurance. My policy does have the all important medical evacuation insurance option, in case I am incapacitated and cannot take a commercial flight. I have had people report good things using insuremytrip.com as well. If you are leaving in two weeks, you should definitely get going on getting insurance.
I am going back on a cruise later this year and i am reading on Cruising FB groups of lots of people coming down with Covid after getting off their ships. The strain that is going around is a pretty contagious and nasty one, so he careful. My wife and I both got it last week and we are better now, but we are definitely getting the latest shot for Covid when the natural immunity for the Covid we caught is over.
Yeah, I got the latest shot at the beginning of summer because I knew I would be traveling. You’re quite right, it is so contagious this time. I’m glad you are feeling better too.
@@SoloSueTravels well the release date for the updated Covid vaccine that covers the most recent strain came out in late August. So the Covid shot you received did not go after that specific variant, but maybe kept you out of the hospital.
Sadly, I had to pay for my shot out of pocket, since my insurance provider said I wasn’t eligible even for that booster. If I want to new coverage, it will no doubt be another "uncovered" shot.
Oh dear how awful for you, hope you are well now. This is my story of Sky Princess and covid. 24th September, 2022, I walked of Sky Princess, feeling fabulous after an amazing cruise. 14 hours later I tested and had covid, became exceptionally ill for 3 weeks, thank goodness I had been vaccinated or I may have needed to be hospitalised. 23rd Sseptember 2023 (exactly 1 year later) I walked of Sky Princess with a mild headache, 7 hours later I tested positive again for covid, I was only unwell for 2 weeks this time. This year my husband and I sailed on Cunard. Only thing I brought back was a tan and some booze.
That sounds like an excellent set of souvenirs! Much better than Covid!
I’d say at least 50% of the people on our cruise in 2021 had covid but everyone didn’t slow down. We all got sick, my daughter particularly, and had to drive back to California because she couldn’t fly. It was a dumb idea for us to go on a cruise then and we regretted it A LOT but things have been fine cruise wise since then. I hope you feel much, much better.
Yeah, it was definitely going around on this voyage. I heard others talking about members of their parties also getting it. The other thing that struck me is the they were not wanting to test the other people in the cabin of someone who had tested positive unless they were showing symptoms. So those other people were free to move around the ship without masks. How is that not spreading the virus?
I'm going to call BS on this, did the CDC get involved with a 50% sickness rate? I don't think so
Yeah, that would be a standard exam as the nurse had gone through the symptoms, side effects and your vitals. 10-15 minutes is fairly standard. I am SORRY you got this on vacation and on a cruise ship. It could end up that your entire cruise is spent in isolation and DO file THAT claim with your travel insurance. Paying over $1000 for the exam and medication is appallingly irresponsible of the cruise line! They CERTAINLY should (typically) pay to cover any COVID case onboard BUT padding the bill that much ( ~$150 normally using the US’s exorbitant medical costs is a significant markup. I will admit that I do not know what compensation is offered a doctor and nurse on a cruise ship. A cost like that for one person, payable before you leave the ship, almost guarantees that many (most? Half?) of the passengers will avoid going to the Medical Clinic to avoid this cost. Even if they try to be responsible, they will need food and drink and others will be exposed. I don’t know that you caught it on the ship as the incubation is over 10 days (12-14?) but if they want compliance and control of COVID then they need to keep the costs at a minimum. Imagine how it would be for a couple with children on board? Devastating.
I got lucky. The Paxlovid worked well, and I was released from isolation after only one day. I just had to wear a mask, which was fine. I will say with those prices, people getting Covid on a ship is basically a profit center for the cruise line. My nephew also tested positive, but when my brother told me, I let him know that the anti viral isn’t available for children, so there was no point in having him go to medical. They just kept him in the cabin, and told the cruise line so they would have food delivered.
My wife and I tested positive in June while we were on board in Sun Princess. We went thru exactly the same process you have reported. Please continue to report the insurance claim process to let Princess travelers to be aware of the travel insurance how they process it. For those have FEP BCBS, we have 100% coverage, I received a check within 7 days upon filing my claim on line (call 800# to get a form). Don't buy travel insurance on your next cruise.
Why do you suggest she not by travel insurance on her next cruise? I would be afraid to depart without it, though I am confident you said that for a reason.
I have an annual policy through a third party insurance company because I travel so much. So I can’t really report on the Princess insurance experience. Maybe others here can offer some insight?
Aw shucks! I am sorry that happened to you. On each Princess cruise I have taken, I bought the princess protection plan. I will now check to see if it covers med center visits and prescriptions! I can think of better ways to spend $900
I know, I was shocked at the prices! I use a third party insurance company, but it is always a good idea to verify what the coverage is before buying any policy. My Dad and several others in our group also caught it, so the medical center was making a good profit that voyage.
Sorry Sue!!!
How are you feeling?
@@bstanz5266 I should have included how well the anti viral worked. I really felt like I didn’t have Covid at all. The main side effect was it left a bad taste in my mouth as long as I was taking it (which was five days). But it worked amazingly well!
This is the room I’ve booked for my Bermuda cruise on the beautiful Prima in April next year can’t wait looks so awesome
Hope you enjoy it!
Is the retractable roof area in the general area or an area that cost extra? Thanks
It is in the area that does not cost extra.
@@SoloSueTravels Thanks for your prompt response.
We had this suite on the 8th floor years ago and love the wrap around balcony....great room all together
The VS suite is very nice... I always try to get VS when I sail on Miracale.
For those with interior rooms, were there ample places to view the scenery from on board? Inside and outside?
@@BB13-g4g yes, although it can be quite chilly outside too in Alaska. There are also many lounges on the ship where you can sit comfortably and watch the outside without freezing.
Hi Sue! For the suite, what was the cost? Great detailed video, Thank you!
I believe it was around $2500. It will of course depend on the number of days and the season, plus the sales they are running at the time. I really liked that cabin, and especially that balcony. Thanks for watching!
@@SoloSueTravels Best room I’ve seen so far aboard a ship! Thanks 😊
Is the fitness center Free
Yes it is. They offer classes and personal training sessions for a fee, but use of the gym is included in your fare.
Thanks😊
They're still wearing masks??? 🤦🏼♀️ Awe, you should have stayed at the Queen Mary right next to the cruise terminal. No traffic. It historic and adds to the Carnival cruise experience.
Some people choose to wear masks for whatever reason. I figure it is not my business. I would love to stay at the Queen Mary! One day...
@SoloSueTravels yes, I agree, none of my business. I realize that a mask is a personal choice and sometimes even a fashion statement. I SMH, though, because masks were nonexistent before the pandemic and were, apparently, not needed. They've been proven to be useless, but some still inconvenience themselves in a way that they never would have five years ago. Anyway, it's their right. Do try to stay at the Queen Mary. It's a real treat. I've stayed several times before a Carnival cruise and find it fascinating every time just imagining a crossing in such grand style.
Did you find purchasing the meal plan was worth it? We are doing an Alaskan land tour in August and the meal plan from Princess seems very pricey to me.
Since it was my first experience with the cruise tour, I was good with buying the meal package. It made it simpler. But now that I have done it, I would probably not. There is more flexibility to try different options when you are doing it on your own.