You may have been watching the news and have some concerns about your February 7th, 2020 sailing. We appreciate the CDC’s abundance of caution and their partnership.
None of the four guests being tested by CDC showed any clinical signs or symptoms of coronavirus. One had tested positive onboard for Influenza A. Our records indicate the guests had not been in China since January 26.
We have also been cleared by authorities to depart, as usual. However, to reassure concerned guests, we will delay our departure until Saturday, February 8th, 2020, when we will receive the conclusive test results from CDC.
We know that you may be anxious about boarding the ship – we’re anxious too! So, we’ve decided to push our boarding to February 8th, 2020, at 5:00 PM EST, while we wait for the results from the CDC.
We’ve also made adjustments to our itinerary, which can be found below:
We’ll set sail from Cape Liberty at 10:00 PM on Saturday, February 8th instead of 3:00 PM on Friday, February 7th. Additionally, our visit to Port Canaveral will now be on February 11th from from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and to Perfect Day at CocoCay on February 12th from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Unfortunately, we’ll be unable to visit Nassau, Bahamas.
| DATES | DAY | ORIGINAL ITINERARY |
REVISED ITINERARY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2/7 | Friday | Cape Liberty, New Jersey | - |
| 2/8 | Saturday | Cruising | Cape Liberty, New Jersey |
| 2/9 | Sunday | Cruising | Cruising |
| 2/10 | Monday | Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida | Cruising |
| 2/11 | Tuesday | Perfect Day at CocoCay | Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida |
| 2/12 | Wednesday | Nassau, Bahamas | Perfect Day at CocoCay |
| 2/13 | Thursday | Cruising | Cruising |
| 2/14 | Friday | Cruising | Cruising |
| 2/15 | Saturday | Cape Liberty, New Jersey | Cape Liberty, New Jersey |
Given that we have shortened the sailing and modified the itinerary, you’ll receive a 2-day refund in the form of an onboard credit. Plus a pro-rated credit, in the value of 2 days, for any pre-purchased packages such as beverage, internet, or dining. Both credits will be added to your Onboard Account and can be used anywhere on the ship.
Please also take a minute to review our screening and boarding protocols. We have been working with medical experts, public health authorities, and local governments, and in alignment with new stricter CDC protocols, we are tightening our measures to protect guests and crew. These steps are intentionally conservative, and we apologize that they will inconvenience some of our guests.
Until further notice, all ships in the Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. fleet will adopt these health screening protocols:
Crown & Anchor Society® Members
Last updated February 28, 2023
As we continue to make vacation memories together, we want to share the latest updates to the Crown & Anchor Society program and benefits.
Emerald and Above:
SAY HELLO TO MORE WATER
We’re thrilled to announce you’ll no longer have to pre-select your welcome beverage prior to your sailing. You will now receive additional complimentary water bottles in your stateroom in place of the welcome beverage benefit — so you can stay hydrated everywhere you go. The complimentary waters benefit will begin March 10, 2023.
Diamond and Above:
CRYSTAL BLOCKS, NOW IN COLOR
This spring, we’ll debut brand new, full-color crystal blocks! We’ll be saying goodbye to current designs over the next several months as we transition to our new look. Members receive their first crystal block at 140 cruise points and earn subsequent blocks for every 70 points thereafter.
UNCORK MORE SAVINGS
Raise a glass and toast to deliciously crafted complimentary cocktails up to $14* or a tempting discount on your favorite bottle of wine — 20% off bottles over $100 and 40% off bottles under $100. The discounted wine benefit will take effect starting March 10, 2023.
*(Ships sailing out of Singapore the beverage value is $13 and ships sailing out of Australia the beverage value is $15)
Diamond Plus and Pinnacle Club:
NEW AMENITIES NOW AVAILABLE
Your favorite amenities are back in stock — plus we’ve added new ones! We’re introducing stylish new toiletry bags and upgraded totes to help you pack for your next adventure. These new amenities will become available starting March 10, 2023. View the full list amenities here.
