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. Mike.s. I would sail from locations that honor the vaccination status. Are you saying you you don't believe this test meets Celebrity's requirements? ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-113938799', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');cruises so far. Your link has been automatically embedded. At the end of the day that is what the goal of travel tests are for. I dont mind a voluntary test being charged a reasonable fee. #3: Currently, the U.S. requires proof of a negative COVID-19 test result for those arriving into the U.S. by international air. 'Unfortunately at this time, our system does not recognize any postal codes outside of the United States. Had a location in Leicester where someone swabs you, didn't seem very legitimate (essentially a bare rented unit that was questionable, were there about 5 mins altogether at the price of about 50 each) but 5 of us went and all tested negative. Yeah, I do mind that. The cruise line also states that the testing requirements could remain in place throughout the entire year. 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 . Unvaccinated kids departing on or after December 17, 2021 must show a negative test result for a PCR test (not antigen) taken no more than 3 days before boarding day." "Guests under 2 years of age do not need to complete a pre-cruise test." "For all cruises, kids will take a complimentary PCR test when checking in at the terminal." 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) I was impressed with pricing of shore excursions.. rarely use the celebrity offerings preferring to arrange my own. Which if they are testing 1500+ people outdoor make sense. Why not call them for verification. Your results are typically ready in about 15 minutes. So assume you board on Saturday, stayed overnight arriving US on Friday. Pay up. Currently,face masks are optional onboard Celebrity ships for all guests, regardless of vaccination status. There are point of care PCR systems that can process specimens in an hour or so. And Obamacare. The accepted Abbot test kit (whether ordered from Emed or Optum) contains a single test kit inside the box. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-114483438', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Celebrity Apex ship in September 2022 as well. . 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. Greece has moderate levels of circulating virus at present - stable or downward trending. Celebrity Cruises has extended its pre-cruise testing . Not sure why that is such a big deal. Afriend in San Antonio went to CVS today for a rapid antigen test. As part of the trip we must carry out a COVID test before we fly/board the ship. What Celebrity has said is PCR or rapid Antigen. Maybe decades. I know of at least * people who committed suicide after their encounter with a Celebrity Cruises Pig Woman Kathy, at Southampton Terminal England. We had the test at around 3pm on a Friday and got a (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? It was electronically signed by the Doctor that managed the certifying company with the NHS Doctor Registration number. These kits are sold by optum.com. The tests here range from $70-$100 for tests (which is extortionate in my opinion!!) ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Current U.S. requirements stipulate that returning international travelers must get tested no more than 3 days before re-entering the United States. By Followers 1. Along the same lines as people selling hand sanitizer on Amazon for outrageous prices in early 2020. And a "Rapid Antigen Test", the BinaxNOW, that takes as little as an hour. The cost for COVID-19 test kits may be covered by your health insurance plan. All guests aged 4 and older are required to have a negative COVID-19 test before boarding. I dont think that any Covid test for any reason needs to cost $200-$300. i dont actually mind any extra $99 for a Covid test. We've done it twice pre pandemic and it is a breeze. Celebrity will cover the costs for children who are not eligible to be vaccinated. *Now I want Pig Woman Kathy* Chief Pig Woman CEO Celebrity Cruises, Lutoff Perlo* and Pig Doctor on the . Concierge Testing Service: Celebrity has also set up a concierge testing service where a qualified medical technician comes to your home, office, or hotel to perform the test. These results do take about 48 hours, cutting it close to the time guests have to board the ship. And that is a rapid antigen test. Certainly not during a pandemic. - Celebrity Cruises - Cruise Critic Community. Celebrity's most current information is MUCH clearer than before! You must receive a valid results document from your test provider that includes provider name, your name, the date the test was taken, type of test, and your negative result. TRAVEL + LEISURE is a registered trademark of Travel + Leisure Co., registered in the United States and other countries. Celebrity Cruises ; Disembarkation Test - PCR Please Read: COVID-related Discussion. Guests can order the tests online. Travel + Leisure is a registered trademark of Travel + Leisure Holdco, LLC, a subsidiary of Wyndham Destinations, Inc., and is used under limited license. "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. stream
Celebrity. It costs us every time. We live in the UK so will fly from London to get to Fort Lauderdale in the US then board the ship there. The NAAT test (ID NOW) is not accepted to get on the ship. We suggest that you order them at least one full week in advance of your sailing. Posted May 22, 2021. I can find a regular PCR test, but don't trust the turn-around times, especially with the virus spiking. (Updaetd 5:30 p.m. EDT) -- Several cruise lines introduced changes overnight to mandatory testing requirements for passengers sailing on cruises this month . Started August 27, 2021, By Thank you! This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Fortunately, there a whole lot of options from free to $ to $$. Ponant. Upload or insert images from URL. CC Help Jenn 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. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. By My family and I are due to go on a Celebrity Caribbean (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? I think they're pushing people to use the app. If you have an antigen test scheduled then you are good. The BionaxNow at home ag card test is a rapid antigen test accepted by cruise lines and airlines. I've also been looking around. Our lab is Diagnostic Accreditation Program (DAP) certified, which is a sub-set of ISO . Hoping you can scan your CDC vaccine card. . LauraS Have you called your county health department to ask them where you can get a rapid antigen test? Celebrity requiring PCR test for UK cruises. From Celebrity. Celebrity Cruises; Silversea; CAPTAIN'S CLUB. What other questions do I need to ask the facility? Celebrity Cruises ; PCR Testing ? - Passengers who have have been vaccinated within 9 months (270 days) of final dose in primary series OR at least 1 booster shot, can take an antigen test 2 days prior to sailing. 4 0 obj
Thats pretty well documented. Guests must present a negative antigen test result taken within 2 days prior to sailing and no more than 2 days before their sailing. The government pays for symptomatic testing, not for work travel, and for sure not for pleasure travel. Plus, for a limited time only, get an additional $50 bonus onboard credit. 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. Celebrity Cruises has extended its pre-cruise testing mandate. 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 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. And no insurance at all too. The 180 days must extend to the end of the sailing. Telehealth testing at home is only accepted when it meets certain guidelines. They have chosen to use very specific terms that have specific meaning. First world problems. 2023 Celebrity Cruises, Inc. Can someone who knows what they are talking about clue me in? For couples, they can buy a package of 2 kits for $70, or a package of 3 kits for $100. 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 -. Members; 751 June 28, 2011; NC #1 Share; Posted March 19, 2021. 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. So to confirm - both of these tests are accepted by Celebrity if I understand correctly. we are taking a trip next month where we need to Covid tests in the US, Ecuador, and Peru. In my area they are free or covered by insurance if the test is medically advised by a Dr. otherwise it is a personal expense but if you have aHSA you can use it to pay for the test. The cabin key is a card and will be inserted into your cabin door lock. endobj
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. Go to site, Already booked? Pasted as rich text. For me there are no Rapid Tests available within 50 miles so as a back up I booked an appointment for a paid rapid test if my results don't get back in time. Are you talking about an emed test kit (which is actually Abbott's- also the same brand that Optum uses) that has 2 test inside the box? I am so confused. Sign in or create an account. Great for the whole family sold only at emed.com. subscribers . I arrived at the port with a negative PCR test result and with the NHS App which showed my vaccination status. I could be mistaken. I have no issues paying whatever my health insurer pays for tests. The PCR test and the Antigen test at the terminal cannot be taken on the same day, as that can affect the accuracy of the tests. Impfungen und Corona-Tests vor Kreuzfahrten sind bei den meisten Reedereien schon seit lngerem abgeschafft. 3 0 obj
Not sure that it is, it's not a requirement from the other cruise lines sailing on UK only trips, not even Royal!! Cost of those tests range from $150-300. As we may need to Fly to Amsterdam early due to flight cancellation situation ? Cruise Hive was established back in 2008 and among the earliest blogs in the industry. The closest antigen test available to be is in a different state. I dont see that on the antigen test. For children 2 to 15 years old, Celebrity Cruises will administer a complimentary RT-PCR test at the terminal on embarkation day. Enjoy 75% off your second guests cruise fare and save up to an additional $1,600 per stateroom. Is there any possibility this test is not acceptable? Travel + Leisure is a registered trademark of Travel + Leisure Holdco, LLC, a subsidiary of Wyndham Destinations, Inc., and is used under limited license. We'll send you a weekly newsletter to your inbox. If no mask mandate is in effect, advised by the tour operator, masks will be optional for vaccinated guests and appreciated for unvaccinated children.