If you are going to cruise during this Pandemic, you are going to run into extra restrictions and costs. Each guest is responsible for making their own arrangements with an accredited testing provider as well as covering all associated costs.. Especially when we talk about testing before sailing. My preference is a rapid antigen test. Recommended Posts. All of these travel related tests may be preventing or delaying tests with actual medical reasons from being performed. Departing from Athens, cruises will stop in Mykonos, Rhodes, and Santorini in Greece before continuing onto Limassol, Cyprus, and Haifa and Jerusalem, Israel. So to confirm - both of these tests are accepted by Celebrity if I understand correctly. ). Took about 45 minutes for a nurse practitioner tocall with the results and post the results to his online record. PCR= Polymerase Chain Reaction. Mixture of private insurance companies all inconsistent in their benefits. We have provided the link below and this is also included in your test kit with detailed instructions. Last thing I want is to drive two days to Florida only to find my rapid antigen test wasnt the right one!! This may be old news but check-in for Apex out of Athens late June - July -appears to be open (first time it has been since last time I checked 6d ago). We will be making plans and backup plans to test before we leave. Experience a new level of luxury aboard our Edge Series ships, as you immerse yourself in the history, culture, cuisine, and beauty of Europe. Guests with a mixed series of any two of the following vaccines taken within a minimum of 28 days between doses, will also be considered fully vaccinated: Any guest who has received one dose of a vaccine (other than Johnson & Johnson) will not be considered fully vaccinated. Print out your results for easy access, as you may need to present it at various points. 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). ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Here's a link to the CC thread: BinaxNow Covid-19 Ag test card review and info - Celebrity Cruises - Cruise Critic Community. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-113938799', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');cruises so far. On Feb. 28, 2023, Savannah Guthrie tested positive for COVID while she was hosting the "Today" show. https://www.broward.org/Airport/passengers/Flights/advisories/pages/default.aspx, https://testing.nomihealth.com/easy_registration/34/onsite, Miami airport has similarhttps://news.miami-airport.com/covid-19-testing-available-daily-at-mia-starting-may-21/. Your results are typically ready in about 15 minutes. Your previous content has been restored. Canadawill not accept antigen test results for entry, and airlines may refuse boarding when trying to fly to Canada. I am not an expert but I don't think there is a classification of a "Rapid PCR Test". Voir toutes les compagnies. CRUISE HIVE LTD 2008-2023. Guests who have recently recovered from COVID-19 may present a Certificate of Recovery and proof of the positive PCR or Antigen test result taken between 11-90 days prior to the sail date in order to board and be exempt from testing. All Celebrity Cruises requires all guests ages 2 and older to present a digital or physical copy of a negative COVID-19 test result taken within 2 days of the land tour start date. endobj There will be an additional Antigen test at the terminal before embarkation and on the day before disembarkation. The government or insurance or someone is paying for them. I dont see that on the antigen test. Be sure youre aware of both homeport country and Celebrity Cruises vaccine and testing requirements as they may differ. Markeb has provided what is germaine in the OPs question. Therefore, cruise guests should plan to fly home within 24 hours of departing the ship, for the test result to be within the valid window. Current U.S. requirements stipulate that returning international travelers must get tested no more than 3 days before re-entering the United States. Powered by Invision Community. These test should be available locally in your area. The accepted Abbot test kit (whether ordered from Emed or Optum) contains a single test kit inside the box. Earn points on every sailing and enjoy discounts, offers, and perks that all add up to an even more incredible cruise vacation experience. Hurtigruten. Sign in or create an account. 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. But balk about an extra $99 test to make it all possible? Celebrity will cover the costs for children who are not eligible to be vaccinated. i dont actually mind any extra $99 for a Covid test. They refused to allow us to board the ship. If the average person cant pay for a test they wont get one. people who are testing for travel are also testing so they can visit grandma in another state. It's that "usually" that concerns me. **Definition of Up to Date:vaccinated within 6 months (180 days) of final dose in a primary series OR boosted. Why not call them for verification. My husbands father died mid pandemic. This policy is continually re-evaluated, and any updates will be shared with guests. Tests are performed at no cost, and insurance, Social Security number, and drivers license/state ID are not needed. However, Ms. Ritzenthaler said . Where did you learn this? You can get a tested at FLL Terminal3. We are also travelling during the 48 hrs before so having a test by a 'concierge' etc also wouldn't work with the test and travelling time frame. Pig Woman Kathy literally and figuratively Mugged and Robbed me and others and threw us on the street. in my mind theres no difference between this and talking about asking for a price drop on a cruise. Great for the whole family sold only at emed.com. You'll pay for it, but you may pay more for cab fare or UBER in Seattle than the test. Just wasnt certain about the CVS antigen test. I suspect it is here that you will certify no current illness and have your vaccination card verified. My husband and I are going on the (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? They have chosen to use very specific terms that have specific meaning. I do not understand the testing criteria. It was electronically signed by the Doctor that managed the certifying company with the NHS Doctor Registration number. An extra $200-$300 for a test that has no additional value? It is set up for no contact boarding. By wendycook22, September 13, 2021 in Celebrity Cruises. 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. You can find her on Twitter, Instagram, or at caileyrizzo.com. Ive also read reports from Canadians that their tests are also around $30-$40. You guys enjoy your $300 tests. Make sure you are booking an antigen test, as the PCR tests take several days for a result. You will likely pay for a "rapid" PCR for travel, so be aware of that. For all sailings departing the U.S. through March 31, 2022, guests are required to present a negative COVID-19 test on embarkation day before embarking on the vessel. 1 0 obj I will have to check with Kaiser and Celebrity on this. Doing a quick search near my location, surprisingly some locations do all 3, some appear to offer 2, and a number only collect specimens to send off for PCR. I will gladly pay for a test. I want to be 100% sure both are accepted before I cancel the other. Affluent Media Group, a Dotdash Meredith company. All Rights Reserved. But $200 a test isnt reasonable. I definitely got the idea that a Walgreens test was questionable. Your link has been automatically embedded. Molecular test looks for viral RNA. Booked guests will be advised of the latest requirements leading up to departure. Be sure to bring a printed copy. So any PCR is fine, and the Abbott IDNow NAAT from Walgreens meets all these requirements. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Testing varies depending on vaccination status and itinerary. And Medicare. Guests who have certain pre-existing medical conditions . Before we traveled we took an antigen test before we drove to the airport, if it was positive, we were not heading to the airport. As I reported earlier this week, I'm currently onboard Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Millennium, the first big cruise ship to sail in North America-- and to allow American passengers -- in more than 15 months.Thursday, two passengers on the ship, which is sailing at only about 30% capacity, tested positive for COVID-19. Started June 21, 2021, By We live in the UK so will fly from London to get to Fort Lauderdale in the US then board the ship there. Still, not an option for you really, particularly for arrival into US as they don't ship outside the US. Testing costs and vendors vary by port and country. The home test or concierge service listed at the website are simply two options, not the only options.. (PS - the home test offered by Optum and eMed, etc are supervised in home tests, online with a telehealth provider and are processed right at home, the results aren't sent to any lab). The form can be found here. Id much rather see the free tests for folks who need it. Currently flying to theUSrequires a negative antigen test or a negative nucleic acid amplification test. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-112898513', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');cruise, bonus. CC Help Jenn That is corporate greed. As we may need to Fly to Amsterdam early due to flight cancellation situation ? The 180 days must extend to the end of the sailing. As long as the test is done within 3 days of flight departure you could use that test to return home. If you receive a positive test result on your pre-cruise test, please call us at 1-844-418-6824 in North America or (316) 554-5961 worldwide so we may assist with rescheduling your cruise vacation plans. It is done at home BUT with telehealth supervision. I saw that you mentioned " Fortunately, two persons can split the COVID-19 test kit ". This should be simple to understand, but terminology has been unnecessarily inconsistent. But they choose to rip me off because they think they can. This is not a pro or con statement about socialized type medicine. If you have an antigen test scheduled then you are good. Major cruise lines like Carnival, Celebrity, and Royal Caribbean are dropping vaccine requirements and easing COVID rules for pre-boarding testing. The most obvious is the Abbot IDNow at Walgreens. My husband travels to places that regularly require a Covid test. Posted March 11. Go to site . Disembarkation Test - PCR. Plus, for a limited time only, get an additional $50 bonus onboard credit.*. Any NAAT is now accepted. You'll receive your results via email. m8zenblue. They figure that if you want expedited results because you are traveling, you can surely afford the cost of the fast test! My family and I are due to go on a Celebrity Caribbean (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Senior Editor, News and Features. Telehealth self-tests taken at home under supervision must meet these requirements: Abbott tests have become a popular and commonly available COVID-19 test brand. Hope so. If you have a friend here in the United States that would be willing to place an order for you, and you can just pay them back. Book now for the best price and . Order At-home Test Kit. Report inappropriate content. Follow the prompts to check in, voila'. A complimentary negative PCR test for Covid-19 taken within 3 days of sail date is required for all vaccinated guests aged 6 months - 17 years; Vaccinated children can book a complimentary PCR test via the Eurofins service offered by Celebrity Cruises; Vaccinated children are not required to do the 2 antigen tests. Documentation of full vaccination must be provided at the terminal as a condition for boarding. I really dont think that is necessary. The rapid result test (antigen) absolutely meets the requirement, as does the PCR. January 10, 2022: Log In Issues/Disappearing Posts & Replies. Enjoy 75% off your second guests cruise fare and save up to an additional $1,600 per stateroom. "Celebrity Apex is such an exquisite ship and for her to finally begin sailing in the beautiful Aegean, where it all began for our fleet, and after so long away, is incredibly meaningful," Celebrity Cruises President and CEO Lisa Lutoff-Perlo said in a statement. Super offre de croisire: croisire Ouest des Carabes - croisire Celebrity Cruises avec le Celebrity Reflection de Fort Lauderdale (Floride, tats-Unis) Fort Lauderdale (Floride, tats-Unis) - 8 jours - et plusieurs offres favorables Imgoing to suggest a little caution here. I could book a test for a fee but it is insane to have to pay a couple hundred dollars for what should still be free. Go to emed.co. Thanks for trying to clear this up for us because I'd hate to arrive at the port having had the wrong test! So you dont bring it with you onto a plane, onto a cruise ship, or into another country. We will not accept a Certificate of Recovery in place of a vaccination record. The ships involved include Celebrity Apex, Celebrity Constellation, Celebrity Edge, Celebrity Equinox, Celebrity Millennium, Celebrity Reflection, Celebrity Silhouette, and Celebrity Summit. If so, this is NOT acceptable for the video supervised test. Accepted Types of Tests and Results. Celebrity Cruises announced it will resume European sailings in June, beginning with the world debut of a new ship in Greece. See the latest COVID-19 testing guidelines for major cruise lines sailing out of the United States including Carnival, Norwegian, Disney, and more. Unvaccinated guestswill need to cover any cost for embarkation, mid-cruise/port of call or debark required testing. Are you saying you you don't believe this test meets Celebrity's requirements? If your sailing requires a pre-cruise test, here are some details about the kind of test you'll need. 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. At least if the pharmacy is conducting a test they've agree to perform for NCL, there should be no question about it being an acceptable test! Celebrity Cruises official website on vaccine and test requirements to board a cruise. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-113937649', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');flight from Heathrow around 6am to Florida the Saturday morn. Posted September 13, 2021. wendycook22. subscribers . The BionaxNow at home ag card test is a rapid antigen test accepted by cruise lines and airlines. We're also going to call our family medical provider on Monday to see if they offer it, as we would much prefer that option. Update on Celebrity Check in for my 7/9/21 8n, Greek Islesout of Athens. if I attempt to check in on my PC from the main Celebrity web site, after you log-in, go to scheduled cruises, select the cruise you want to check in on > manage reservation > check in, it takes you to a page that says check in closed. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By 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. Cailey Rizzo is a contributing writer for Travel Leisure, currently based in Brooklyn. Therefore if you need to take a LFT on Thursday earliest or Friday morning at Heathrow, you get the result within 30 mins. The Celebrity Millennium will sail from St. Maarten for a series of seven-night cruises. This is acommunity testing site. *Definition of Fully Vaccinated:vaccinated with a full dose of a primary series vaccine. Holland America Line. Mme stlou i akn nabdku. Although some cruise lines have been making moves to make testing more manageable, and in some cases free of charge, Celebrity Cruises has not yet taken this route, and costs involved with testing remain with the passengers. Affluent Media Group, a Dotdash Meredith company. sup says for my sailing pcr or antigen needed. The virus will be with us for years to come. By You are in favor of a test the prevent spread a global pandemic at $300 a test? 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. The closest antigen test available to be is in a different state. 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. 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. 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. I don't want to fake symptoms to get a test. These results do take about 48 hours, cutting it close to the time guests have to board the ship. And my fear is that if you call, you're going to get that same answer from someone who doesn't know there's at least one third test type out there, and can't answer whether it's acceptable. I can't seem to find one in my area and tests in my port of embarkation (Seattle) are hard to find as well and I won't have a car. Started August 27, 2021, By So all in all, it's around $25 ish per kit. Bateaux. CC Help Jenn Guests must present a negative antigen test result taken within 2 days prior to sailing and no more than 2 days before their sailing. You'll need to add a photo for each traveler per their guidelines. The ship features 16 decks and is capable of carrying up to 2,910 passengers aboard. By All passengers and crew members older than 18 must be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they board the ship. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. I am so confused. Thats pretty well documented. Yikes!! LGW this is just an added cost of travel (and safety) now. The self-test process must happen under live supervision on a video call with a telehealth representative. Yeah, I do mind that. How to calculate three days before: The day you set sail is not included as one of the days. Some insurance companies are already not paying out for Covid if you are unvaccinated. Is there any possibility this test is not acceptable? Itdoes include a test like the Abbott IDNow NAAT offered by Walgreens and probably others; that was not clear until the latest update. The last I looked, CVS was similar, other than they don't offer the ID Now. There is a long thread on this on these boards and the new information is spelled out on Celebrity's web site. Thats American companies taking advantage of a pandemic to make a large profit. These tests meet requirements for domestic and international travel. I have read various comments on these boards saying no, it is not accepted; and others saying yes now it is. Tests can be done through the regular testing centers or two convenient home tests that Celebrity has set up: Unvaccinated children ages 2-11 years old must bring a negative PCR test conducted within three days of boarding. The specificity that Celebrity has used in their information makes it unclear whether that is an acceptable test, and probably no one answering the phone can answer that question. When it comes to testing, both PCR and rapid antigen tests are allowed, but PCR tests are preferred on cruise ships . Vaccines approvedand accepted by the World Health Organization (WHO) OR by theCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will be considered validwith the current exception of the CanSino vaccine. The closest antigen test available to be is in a different state. You can be exposed, test negative, and still transmit. I'd call Celebrity but don't trust their Customer Service to answer correctly. Pre-Arrival Covid-19 Testing. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-112898396', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');cruise in April. Well hope cruisers next weekend will tell us exactly what specific test they took that were acceptable. Celebrity Beyond [NEU] Symphony of the Seas; Mein Schiff 2 . This is a self test that you buy from the pharmacy. We've done it twice pre pandemic and it is a breeze. If its a PCR, itabsolutely qualifies. DAP Certified . Followers 4. Pre-Arrival for Land Tours Covid-19 Testing. More happens on the Edge. Home test kits that are self-administered at home, and not supervised live by a telehealth professional, are also not accepted. Celebrity's most current information is MUCH clearer than before! The antigen test is the one required to enter the US so that was what I was interested when I was looking for the information. SolarCell . P&O Cruises is the latest company to announce its guests are no longer required to be fully vaccinated or present a negative Covid-19 test before boarding. Celebrity Cruises extends its pre-cruise testing protocols through March 31, 2022. Celebrity Cruises extends its pre-cruise testing protocols through March 31, 2022. Google didn't give much information either and get showing results on the Celebrity FAQ page etc. #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 Celebrity actually means PCR (who knows? Its available at many U.S. airports right now and it would make sense for the airport at Athens to provide the test. Unvaccinated cruisers 16 and older will be required to test negative for COVID-19 with a PCR test within 72 hours of their cruise, take an antigen test at the pier, take another antigen test on . Ok. There are two common types of diagnostic COVID-19 tests and we accept either one: The test must be supervised by a health professional, such as a doctor, pharmacy technician, public health worker, or telehealth representative. Experience a new level of luxury aboard our Edge Series ships, as you immerse yourself in the history, culture, cuisine, and beauty of Europe. The cost for COVID-19 test kits may be covered by your health insurance plan. Details finden Sie in unserer bersichtstabelle zu Impf- und Testpflichten. International travel is certainly not necessary. All passengers must get tested if they show signs or symptoms of COVID-19. Travel + Leisure is a registered trademark of Travel + Leisure Holdco, LLC, a subsidiary of Wyndham Destinations, Inc., and is used under limited license. Anyhow, we're on the 31 July cruise and wondering when we are likely to get direction from Celebrity on how to go about getting the PCR test, also for those of you who have used Eurofins, do you pay them direct and seek reimbursement fro. Pretty techy and allows no contact boarding. The company changed the dates this week from February 28 to March 31. Gste, die . Even if I have the money to pay for it; yes, I do mind. Walgreens is not a charitable organization. Share. So, from what you are saying, guests flying back to thosehome countries that require a PCR test would have to get those tests after disembarking, and planning additional days awaiting the result. Thanks in advance for any guidance and sorry to start another testing thread. Leaving out of St. Maarten on Saturday on the Summit. Is that acceptable? All passengers and crew members older than 18 must be vaccinated against COVID-19. MSC Seaside. Along the same lines as people selling hand sanitizer on Amazon for outrageous prices in early 2020. I checked the fist block - Are you seeking a test to prevent possible spread of Covid-19 for future travel, work or recreation. Make sure that your selected test provider can provide you a valid results document in time for your travel. Paste as plain text instead, I've pasted in Celebrity's most current information which I'm sure you've read. Hopefully reasonable. Please check your country's re-entry requirements for specific testing information. What Celebrity has said is PCR or rapid Antigen. NAAT = Nucleic Acid Amplification Test, also a master category that includes PCR but isn't actually synonymous with PCR as you could assume from Celebrity's FAQ. US entry require a LFT (Antigen Test) within 1 day prior to arrival whilst Celebrity require a LFT within 2 days of boarding. Mike.s From August 2022 Travel + Leisure, published by TI Inc. He died the day after he was admitted to hospice where he wasnt allow any visitors. We will be arriving to Tampa on a Sunday and embarking on Monday. I can find a regular PCR test, but don't trust the turn-around times, especially with the virus spiking. Now that nearly all ships are back in service, the number of COVID-19 deaths is down worldwide and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has scrapped its opt-in protocols for vessels, most cruise lines have walked back their pre-cruise COVID-19 testing requirements particularly for . as far as I can tell, Walgreens will give me a free test since Im trying to prevent the spread of Covid, and until businesses are willing to charge American consumers a reasonable price for Covid tests; Ill take the free one.
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