I dont think that any Covid test for any reason needs to cost $200-$300. If you have flown intoFort Lauderdale that probably won't work. Cruise Hive was established back in 2008 and among the earliest blogs in the industry. What else would you expect? Here's a link to the CC thread: BinaxNow Covid-19 Ag test card review and info - Celebrity Cruises - Cruise Critic Community. On 8/27/2021 at 4:59 PM, phoenix_dream said: 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. I think they're pushing people to use the app. We will be cruising out of Tampa later this year. These tests meet requirements for domestic and international travel. Just like none of the vaccines are free. PCR test prices: Where double-jabbed Brits can buy cheapest tests; TUI holidays cancelled: Full list of cancellations . Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions. The tests here range from $70-$100 for tests (which is extortionate in my opinion!!) Your results are typically ready in about 15 minutes. I am on phone with celebrity now, I asked for a supervisor by I am being told pcr is the only test they will accept. We are continually evaluating these protocols and will make updates as government requirements, Healthy Sail Panel guidance, and public health standards evolve. No matter the cost. I suspect it is here that you will certify no current illness and have your vaccination card verified. I used this test for all my 3 (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Celebrity Cruise- Pre Boarding COVID Testing. From August 2022 Travel + Leisure, published by TI Inc. Tampa Bay Area. I have the antigen test scheduled for this coming Friday and if it is one Celebrity will not accept, that is going to be a problem for a lot of people on the August 8th cruise. I want to make sure I understand which one is. There are two common types of diagnostic COVID-19 tests and we accept either one: A molecular test, also called a PCR test or NAAT test; An antigen test, also called a rapid antigen test (RAT) That is what I chose and it scheduled me for a free test. By Enjoy 75% off your second guests cruise fare and save up to an additional $1,600 per stateroom. If you have an antigen test scheduled then you are good. No telling if it will be that easy at Piraeus port in Athens. Another option may be the testing site at Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Copyright 2022 Travel + Leisure Co. All Rights Reserved. Pre-Arrival Covid-19 Testing. Different situation. We're near Montgomery AL and found that a variety of "Urgent Care"medical offices in our area are offering them, but only through same day registration. Guests can order the tests online. Those younger than 18 will have to present negative PCR test . It is done at home BUT with telehealth supervision. I've also been looking around. Everything is functional except daily schedule and thesecome later. . #3: Currently, the U.S. requires proof of a negative COVID-19 test result for those arriving into the U.S. by international air. If the average person cant pay for a test they wont get one. I get supervised but the tests seem to vary between 79 Boots and 30 Lloyds. Monitored Self-Test Kit - Abbott Binaxnow COVID-19 AG Card, While approved self-test kits are now readily available at drugstore chains in the United States, we are also pleased to make them available for order pre-cruise. It can be professionally proctored . You can do everything to check in except complete your health form. Effective, June 12, 2022, all U.S. air passengers, regardless of vaccination status, will not need to present a negative COVID-19 test to return to the United States. *Now I want Pig Woman Kathy* Chief Pig Woman CEO Celebrity Cruises, Lutoff Perlo* and Pig Doctor on the . Basic Info - Date of Positive Test, Name, Passport Number, Date of Birth, type of Test (PCR or Antigen) , Sex and if you chose you could have date of travel put on certificate. As part of Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises will follow the health and safety measures laid out by the "Healthy Sail Panel," including frequent disinfecting and strict vaccination and testing requirements. MSC Seashore. Very cool. There are two common types of diagnostic COVID-19 tests and we accept either one: A molecular test, also called a PCR test or NAAT test; An antigen test, also called a rapid antigen test From what Celebrity has sent out so far, as of 9:00 pm EDT August 1st, and subject to change, a rapid antigen test is fine (and probably the easiest test to get in time, in most cases). Print out your results for easy access, as you may need to present it at various points. And TeeRick is right on the pricing perspective which isnt an issue for those who want special tests. Their "Rapid Diagnostic Test" is the Abbott ID Now, which is neither a PCR nor an Antigen test. Powered by Invision Community. Theres no differentiation in terms of what is covered; whether its flying off to the Bahamas or to visit grandma on her deathbed. For couples, they can buy a package of 2 kits for $70, or a package of 3 kits for $100. Additionally, proof of a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours before embarkation will be required and Windstar will test guests again at the pier prior to boarding. And Jim_lain is right - most of us havebeen somewhere where social distancing wasnt possible. Most of the regular clinics (like mine) and even immediate care clinics around here require you to be presenting with symptoms. Your previous content has been restored. 2 0 obj Guests booked onboard one of the Celebrity Cruises ships sailing from the United States received a letter from the cruise line informing them of the changes. Yep, antigen is what is on the Healthy at Sea FAQ sheet right now for the US. Powered by Invision Community. Thor17. Go to emed.co. Ships' Registry: Malta and Ecuador. There also may be country and airline specific requirements for testing prior to travel. Fortunately, two persons can split the COVID-19 test kit but each individual will need to create an account for testing. Otherwise, guests re-entering the U.S. at a later date will need to secure their own test, at their expense, closer to their re-entry date. Post Celebrity Cruise PCR Test October 19, 2021: Log In Issues. Should you be required to bring a negative test result to the terminal on boarding day, the COVID-19 test must be a viral test (PCR & antigen). Your choice.. And in the UK, the OP has lots of options also, all quite reasonable.. Boots, Dam Health, Randox, and lots of others .. Apparently (according to a Celebrity rep on Facebook, always a reliable source) it was posted in error, the final requirements for cruising have not yet been agreed. Celebrity Cruises extends its pre-cruise testing protocols through March 31, 2022. I am so confused. Ok. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Kaiser Permanente COVID testing methods involving viral genome amplification, also known as nucleic acid amplification testing (NAAT) (including RT-PCR), meet both Kaiser Permanente internal laboratory PCR sensitivity requirements and the requirements of the CDC Order signed January 25, 2021, with respect to viral testing. I am not an expert but I don't think there is a classification of a "Rapid PCR Test". Certainly not during a pandemic. Celebrity Cruises ; PCR Testing ? Obviously, if I know Im going on a cruise Im going to pay for it. Why do you think the tests should be free? But if the cruise price reduces by 50% prior to final payment, why would I pay full price? Effective September 13, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recommending that all cruise passengers, regardless of vaccination status, provide negative test results in order to cruise. If you have walk-on bags, no waiting until you're cleared to proceed to your cabin. Go to site, Already booked? Celebrity requiring PCR test for UK cruises Celebrity requiring PCR test for UK cruises. We are travelling from Heathrow Terminal 3 Saturday 27th August at 13:10 to Miami, with a cruise from Fort Lauderdale with Celebrity on Monday 29th August. Booking a cruise during a pandemic isn't good for the blood pressure. Celebrity Cruises has extended its pre-cruise testing mandate. Our health care system is the same as it was prepandemic. You'll pay for it, but you may pay more for cab fare or UBER in Seattle than the test. The Fort Lauderdale cruise terminal was modified threeyears ago when Edge was introduced. Alternatively, you may use. I dont know if thats byintent. Greece has moderate levels of circulating virus at present - stable or downward trending. Followers. All passengers and crew members older than 18 must be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they board the ship. Celebrity will cover the costs for children who are not eligible to be vaccinated. Hope this helps, a couple of separate family members travelling with us did a paid for LTF and we did the PCR, both were accepted and their test definitely cheaper! how about because most Covid tests are done to prevent the spread of Covid - either in identification of symptoms or used prior or after social settings. Posted August 25. More happens on the Edge. The Celebrity Millennium will sail from St. Maarten for a series of seven-night cruises. If no mask mandate is in effect, advised by the tour operator, masks will be optional for vaccinated guests and appreciated for unvaccinated children. Just wasnt certain about the CVS antigen test. 1 0 obj With the vast amount of testing currently available, it can be challenging to figure out which tests are accepted so you can board your cruise ship. The tests in Ecuador and peru are in the $30-$40 range. LauraS Guests booked on cruises in March received a letter from the cruise line, which informed them of the available options for testing. On Feb. 28, 2023, Savannah Guthrie tested positive for COVID while she was hosting the "Today" show. Is that acceptable? There will be an additional Antigen test at the terminal before embarkation and on the day before disembarkation. Home test kits that are self-administered at home, and not supervised live by a telehealth professional, are also not accepted. Guests aboard the "Celebrity Apex" will enjoy features like the "Magic Carpet," a cantilevered platform above the sea for dinner or drinks, 29 different dining options with menus created by Michelin-starred chefs, staterooms with plunge pools and infinite verandas and a team of butlers, attendants and concierges on-hand 24/7. CC Help Jenn You can be exposed, test negative, and still transmit. Pay or not. Voir toutes les compagnies. We give you our exclusive bonus offers , plus all qualifying cruise line offers , plus all of the cruise line loyalty program benefits. It's like $75 and they do not take insurance. I noticed that on my last tests at Kaiser the test results say -, SARS-COV-2, NAA (COVID-19), SURVEILLANCE, PRE-OP, When I looked up the FAQ on Kaiser Medical site it says -. Thanks for trying to clear this up for us because I'd hate to arrive at the port having had the wrong test! ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. The last I looked, CVS was similar, other than they don't offer the ID Now. Report inappropriate content. Testing is great and so is travel. Don't know what it looks like. All Rights Reserved. Ive also read reports from Canadians that their tests are also around $30-$40. Pre-Arrival for Land Tours Covid-19 Testing. Celebrity Cruises follows the requirements in all jurisdictions we sail, and please note that mask requirements may vary by the destinations visited on your sailing and/or disembarkation port. We live in the UK so will fly from London to get to Fort Lauderdale in the US then board the ship there. Celebrity Cruises will pay for the tests if you go to a designated centre . None of this going to a counter, showing your Express Pass, showing your credit card and passport, having a picture taken, being handed a key, maybe allowed to board, maybe not and sometimes waiting an hour or more for your cabinto be ready. Hurtigruten. Visiting from {country-flag} {country-name}? Per Celebrity website, pre-cruising testing for VACCINATED guests 2 and older must show either a negative supervised antigen test result taken with 1 day of sailing or be tested at the terminal and receive a negative result prior to embarkation. Follow the prompts to check in, voila'. 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CC Help Jenn Members; 423 Location UK; Followers 0. Celebrity Cruises was founded in 1988 by a Greek family and over 70% of its marine officers hail from Greece. The letter from the cruise line states the following: For sailings departing the U.S. through March 31, 2022, all vaccinated guests are required to present a negative COVID-19 test at the time of embarkation. Especially when we talk about testing before sailing. But at least we know there are urgent care providers in our area that provide same day antigen testing services. Recommended Posts. Vaccine distribution is slow. I know of at least * people who committed suicide after their encounter with a Celebrity Cruises Pig Woman Kathy, at Southampton Terminal England. I expect they will have a way for people not so tech savvy to do check in at the line and counter thing. There was also a health questionnaire to fill out 24 hours before travel which could be done on the Royal Caribbean app. People seem to have known what they are talking about, Covid/Delta keeps forcing the rules to change. Accepted Types of Tests and Results. Is there any possibility this test is not acceptable? For US sailings departing as of August 6, 2021 through September 6, 2021, 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. we are taking a trip next month where we need to Covid tests in the US, Ecuador, and Peru. At the action buttons at the bottom of the page, click check in. (Updaetd 5:30 p.m. EDT) -- Several cruise lines introduced changes overnight to mandatory testing requirements for passengers sailing on cruises this month .