Retarded sinkies going on sea cruise

[glockman]

I have a few friends and their families going on the Quantum of the Seas. I chose to not join them this time. Some of them are not vaccinated. I told them it is not wise, although it should generally be ok, to go on cruises now. Besides, what's the point in a cruise to nowhere?! They've already booked their cruise. Now they realised the restrictions onboard for the unvaccinated. Pay for cruise, only to be treated like a 2nd class citizen. Not a smart thing to do.

Royal Caribbean Introduces the ‘Purple Wristband’ aboard Quantum of the Seas​

With the introduction of the Singapore Government’s announcement of the nation entering the preparatory stage of transitioning to endemic COVID-19, cruise lines operating out of Singapore implemented new measures, and will lift restrictions previously imposed to curb the spread of COVID-19 after clusters emerged in Singapore.

Guests will undergo Two Pre-Departure Tests with Immediate Effect​

On top of the PCR Test Royal Caribbean conducts for all guests 2 to 3 days prior to departure, an additional Antigen Rapid Test (ART) will be conducted at the terminal prior to your check-in and embarkation. Guests are recommended to arrive at their arrival time strictly, and proceed to Level 3 at the cruise terminal for their swab.

If all swabbing stations are occupied, there is a waiting area arranged before you are swabbed. Present your passport to register, and you will be provided with the labels with your details on it. After the Antigen swab, you will be directed to the waiting area, where you will be informed of your test results via SMS on your phone.

No priority was given to any guests, with exception to guests residing in Star Class Suites and Pinnacle Club members. The entire process, from arrival to the completion of the test, may take from 45 minutes to an hour, depending on the crowd. Competitor Dream Cruises conducted similar ART Pre-Departure Tests, and was able to provide priority and expedited processing for all suite guests.

Antigen Rapid Test

PHOTO: SINGAPORE CRUISE SOCIETY

Bring along your Proof of Vaccination​

Singapore currently offers two types of COVID-19 vaccinations under its National Vaccination Programme, the Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna vaccines. During your Wellness Check, officials will request to see your TraceTogether Application to check on your vaccination status. To be considered fully vaccinated, You will need to wait 14 days after your second dose to be considered fully vaccinated. Guests who have opted for the Sinovac vaccine will have to show their HealthHub Application, or the physical Vaccination Card for verification.

Fully-vaccinated guests will be given a purple tamper-proof wristband to indicate your vaccination status.

Staff conducting the Wellness Check

PHOTO: SINGAPORE CRUISE SOCIETY

Pre-Event Testing (PET) Exceptions for 24 Hours​

Thanks to the additional Antigen Rapid Test done on embarkation day, all guests, regardless of vaccination status will be allowed to dine-in at restaurants and enjoy the theatre shows with up to 500 guests (From 10 Aug). This exception will cease 24 hours later, on Day 2 of your cruise.
If you are unvaccinated, you will have to dine in your staterooms on subsequent days.

PHOTO: SINGAPORE CRUISE SOCIETY

Purple Wristbands Only​

After the 24 hour PET Exception Period, the crew will start to identify vaccinated guests with purple wristbands. Unvaccinated guests will not be able to dine in at any F&B venues onboard, and will have to take away beverages from the bar to be consumed ONLY in your stateroom.

The entertainment department has also arranged different showtimes for both groups due to the varying capacities in the theatre. Guests may refer to the Royal Caribbean App for more details.

https://www.sgcruisesociety.com/blog/qn-purple-wristbands

 

[laksaboy]

Welcome to the new normal... being treated like prisoners. Enjoy the perks of 'full vaccination'.

Maybe they should put a GPS-tracking ankle bracelet on every guest too.

 

[laksaboy]

I believe some cruises have social events for singles and gays etc. When they gather, they would need to wear an easily identifiable marker during those events.

Something for cruise companies to think about if/when the pandemic is over. Don't let those purple wristbands go to waste.