Cruises - CDC says avoid cruises

I have been on a few in the past and wouldn't hesitate on going on another, this year or next. Goodness know I have had enough practice at sanitising........

I would go on a cruise but I don't want to. Never really fancied cruises.

We have two more booked. Nice to have something to look forward to.

I don’t really I understand why this thread has reappeared. I don’t think people should decide whether or not they like something until they have tried it. If they don’t like cruising afterwards that’s fine. After all you won’t catch me going camping or staying in a remote cottage and yes I have tried these.
Many of the anti cruise posts on here are full of misconceptions and the same old platitudes are trotted out again and again. In my view you’re no more likely to catch covid on a ship than in a supermarket, restaurant or other public place. I returned from a wonderful cruise to Norway on Sunday after going on one to the Middle East in March. These 2 were cancelled trips from 2020 and 2021. I’m lucky enough to br going on another in August. I’ve been on over 15 in total and have never known any cases of norovirus although I know it can happen. It’s gets into the papers because it’s so rare that it makes news! Please stop condemning something that so many people enjoy.

Just back from a wonderful river cruise. The only nasty part was the airport’s.

aonk

I don’t really I understand why this thread has reappeared. I don’t think people should decide whether or not they like something until they have tried it. If they don’t like cruising afterwards that’s fine. After all you won’t catch me going camping or staying in a remote cottage and yes I have tried these.
Many of the anti cruise posts on here are full of misconceptions and the same old platitudes are trotted out again and again. In my view you’re no more likely to catch covid on a ship than in a supermarket, restaurant or other public place. I returned from a wonderful cruise to Norway on Sunday after going on one to the Middle East in March. These 2 were cancelled trips from 2020 and 2021. I’m lucky enough to br going on another in August. I’ve been on over 15 in total and have never known any cases of norovirus although I know it can happen. It’s gets into the papers because it’s so rare that it makes news! Please stop condemning something that so many people enjoy.

Absolutely fabulous, how wonderful..... I love cruising.

Each to their own, thats what I say.....

Roll on August, you will have a perfect time doing what you love....

Back from one and already booked for next year.

I've been on a few cruises. Mediterranean and the Caribbean. Enjoyed both but in no rush to cruise again anytime soon with the after effects of covid still lingering

Well said aonk could not agree more. I am off in two weeks time, one which was cancelled in 2020, can't wait. Would mention my daughter went in January with no problems. Have two more to look forward to also cancelled. I am disabled and find it a perfect way to travel the World.

travelnan

Well said aonk could not agree more. I am off in two weeks time, one which was cancelled in 2020, can't wait. Would mention my daughter went in January with no problems. Have two more to look forward to also cancelled. I am disabled and find it a perfect way to travel the World.

EXCELLENT X

I’m counting down the days for a voyage on my favourite ship to my favourite destination after a 2 year gap due to covid. I’m off on the Stena ferry to Ireland and I can’t wait.

Wishing you all safe and happy travels?

Off to Norway in September in Cunard QM2. First cruise, and will probably be my last, one way or another. Cruises do not appeal to me - and I am prone to seasickness, - but we had a day visit to the ship and loved the 5 star luxury and thought we would like to experience it.

As far as I am concerned I would enjoy the experience if the ship was moored up in Southampton for the week. or just circled the Isle of Wight.

We have been to across to France at least half a dozen times in the last year and the journey (via Brittany Ferries) has gone from being a hassle with tests both ends and lots of paperwork, to back to normal. We go again next week and the last COVID rule, wearing masks in public places on the ship will have gone. The journey - and stay in France - will be exactly as it was pre-CVID

You will love Norway M0nica. One of my best ever cruise mornings was opening the curtains and seeing the view up a fjord. It was wonderful.
I'm not so keen on those very big ships though. Maybe this cruise will inspire you to try others? It's addictive?

My dog walking friend has recently returned from a cruise and on return warned me to stay on the other side of the road as he felt unwell - I haven't seen him since.

I was tempted to go on a TUI cruise, but having seen how they treat their customers, wouldn't risk it.

Just seen it's a zombie thread. Sadly not a lot has changed.

Not that much of a 'zombie' thread. It's a popular topic for some of us after two years 'in port'!

My US based brother is visiting now he has to pass a Covid test before he can fly home, they still have that rule unless you are an illegal migrant.

I am off on my very first cruise next month. We are going with friends to the Norwegian Fjords sailing from Southampton.

Not being away for two and a half years we have splashed out on a suite with a very large balcony. I am looking forward to the luxury, exploring a new (to me) Country but not being on the sea .

Take some Stugeron tablets. They help me. Once you're across the North Sea you should be fine.

Aveline

Take some Stugeron tablets. They help me. Once you're across the North Sea you should be fine.

Thank you for the tip, I have bought some of the sea sick bands will put them on my list.

(Before we could drive onto the Eurostar, Dover to Calais would see me in the loo or curled up in the upper most deck in all weathers)

You could be lucky and have calm seas. I think the Spring and Autumn are worse for rough sea.
The other tip for avoiding sea sickness is - sit under a tree!

MOnica I returned from a cruise to the fjords on QM2 on Sunday. You’ll love it! The ship is comfortable and spacious and the food and entertainment are first class. Seeing the fjords was amazing. It’s a truly beautiful area and the Norwegians are so friendly and helpful. The sea was mostly calm or slight apart from a couple of short windy moments. Nothing that would cause seasickness. Have your tablets ready and take them early if you’re concerned about the sea. I’d go back in a heartbeat! Hope you have a wonderful time!

Never been a cruiser …never will! It’s a floating hotel isn’t it….. so why not choose a nice hotel with a lovely pool and sit by it. Cheaper too!

Also …a thought: cruise liners use 80,000 litres of fuel a day. Naughty people!

Sigh. There's always someone.