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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.

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?

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?

What would we do without those tests? It would be like 2019 again.

You have to pay it before you get of the ship some people wouldn't know that

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.

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 .

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.

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

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.

This is my fear we usually cruise smaller ships but are joining friends on a princess cruise next week 😬😬😬

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.

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

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?

So dd you embark w/ a test and a mask in advance? You packed those items?

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.

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.

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

That is why I carry Ivermectin tablets with me anytime I go on vacation, it works great! Get better soon! 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 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.

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.

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, 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.

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.

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

Sorry Sue!!!

How are you feeling?

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

Is the retractable roof area in the general area or an area that cost extra? Thanks

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?

Hi Sue! For the suite, what was the cost? Great detailed video, Thank you!

Is the fitness center Free

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.

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.