DCL Has Their Protocol Out!!!

[n2mm]

Open houses have been reported from the UK cruises. Has DCL specifically stated that there will be no open houses on the Dream?

I saw it posted, but with ever changing info, I guess it was Incorrect or changed . I read the entire “know before you go” last week, took forever. Now it was updated 2 days ago on the 29th, and, of course, had to review it again to see what changed…..only noticed a couple of new things, or things I missed (b2b guidelines, and more defined info on castaway). maybe I read it there, but didn’t see it in this different version.

ugh, the know before you go was updated Again yesterday the 30th. Can they at least put a summary of what changed.

 

[lanejudy]

I don’t think they can skip the open house times because that is the only way some disabled kids can attend. They would need to allow or provide for access in some manner if no open house.

 

[DisneyKrayzie2]

I don’t think they can skip the open house times because that is the only way some disabled kids can attend. They would need to allow or provide for access in some manner if no open house.

Hope that's true, we were under impression there would be no open houses. My son has bad anxiety and will not go in without us. My daughter is a bit apprehensive about going in without us, but said she is willing to try it.

 

[BadPinkTink]

Hope that's true, we were under impression there would be no open houses. My son has bad anxiety and will not go in without us. My daughter is a bit apprehensive about going in without us, but said she is willing to try it.

I dont understand why you got that impression. Watch the UK Vlogs, they will give you a good idea of what to expect.

 

[o&smom]

This doesn't sound like a fun vacation... on 'edge' the whole time for yet another announcement from the captain with more Covid cases.

That is how we all felt on the 2020 WBPC cruise. You could have heard a pin drop every time there was an announcement.

 

[easy1234]

Did anyone catch this gem of a change or have a better understanding of what it means?

>
Face Coverings
All Guests (ages 2 and up, including those who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19) are required to wear appropriate face coverings indoors, except when in their staterooms or actively eating or drinking (while stationary and maintaining an appropriate physical distance). Face coverings are not required for Guests outdoors while on board the ship and at *designated locations on Disney Castaway Cay*. Face coverings may be required in ports of call based on local government requirements.


Sounds to me like there will be a mask requirement on Castaway Cay with "mask free zones". If thats the case, mark me down for a cancel.

 

[sethschroeder]

Did anyone catch this gem of a change or have a better understanding of what it means?

>
Face Coverings
All Guests (ages 2 and up, including those who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19) are required to wear appropriate face coverings indoors, except when in their staterooms or actively eating or drinking (while stationary and maintaining an appropriate physical distance). Face coverings are not required for Guests outdoors while on board the ship and at *designated locations on Disney Castaway Cay*. Face coverings may be required in ports of call based on local government requirements.


Sounds to me like there will be a mask requirement on Castaway Cay with "mask free zones". If thats the case, mark me down for a cancel.

No they are saying all indoor locations require masks. There are two exceptions to this including certain indoor locations at Castaway.

They are not saying you need the mask on the beach they are saying some of the "indoor" locations at Castaway will have an exception to the mask policy. Indoor is defined as anything with a roof from my understanding so places like the buffet areas and shops would need masks if they are not part of this exception.

 

[easy1234]

Yeah, ummm, im gonna have to disagree with you on that. It literally says masks are not required outdoors on the ship and *designated locations* on castaway cay. It literally says designated locations, nothing about designated indoor locations. Designated locations means designated locations, you are somehow misconstruing this to mean designated indoor locations, all while ignoring the fact that before the change it only said masks were required on the Tram at castaway cay, now masks are required everywhere except designated locations.

 

[jrapps]

Yeah, ummm, im gonna have to disagree with you on that. It literally says masks are not required outdoors on the ship and *designated locations* on castaway cay. It literally says designated locations, nothing about designated indoor locations. Designated locations means designated locations, you are somehow misconstruing this to mean designated indoor locations, all while ignoring the fact that before the change it only said masks were required on the Tram at castaway cay, now masks are required everywhere except designated locations.

They're is a lot more info on the Ports of Call page. I don't think anything has changed, just clarified. They want to make sure everyone knows that "indoor" locations on the island will also require masks.

 

[Chrissy-Mickey]

That is how we all felt on the 2020 WBPC cruise. You could have heard a pin drop every time there was an announcement.

Yes, I was on that cruise, and I am not looking forward to linking another negative memory to those announcements.

 

[easy1234]

They're is a lot more info on the Ports of Call page. I don't think anything has changed, just clarified. They want to make sure everyone knows that "indoor" locations on the island will also require masks.

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If this is the case, and im not saying its not, then that statement is very poorly worded and should say something along the lines of what I wrote below.


Face Coverings
All Guests (ages 2 and up, including those who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19) are required to wear appropriate face coverings indoors, except when in their staterooms or actively eating or drinking (while stationary and maintaining an appropriate physical distance). Face coverings are not required for Guests outdoors while on board the ship and at Disney Castaway Cay, except in certain indoor areas. Face coverings may be required in ports of call based on local government requirements.


The fact of the matter is, the phrase designated areas typically is not meant to encompass a majority of a location, it typically refers to small sections within a location (e.g. mask free zones at Disney World). Lets hope your right and I am wrong but I am asking DCL for clarification on this.

 

[n2mm]

Yes, they corrected the castaway section. Originally it said no mask required on castaway but later in the port adventure section of know before you go, it did state the exceptions, but some folks may not have read that far. Now the same info is all together. I read the entire know before you go a week ago and it was updated twice since then, 29th & 30th, so it’s becomes a daily read for me. I imagine they will continue to tweak it as people ask more questions. the first version didn’t address b2b cruises, but the current version does.

 

[hrhdhd]

If this is the case, and im not saying its not, then that statement is very poorly worded and should say something along the lines of what I wrote below.


Face Coverings
All Guests (ages 2 and up, including those who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19) are required to wear appropriate face coverings indoors, except when in their staterooms or actively eating or drinking (while stationary and maintaining an appropriate physical distance). Face coverings are not required for Guests outdoors while on board the ship and at Disney Castaway Cay, except in certain indoor areas. Face coverings may be required in ports of call based on local government requirements.


The fact of the matter is, the phrase designated areas typically is not meant to encompass a majority of a location, it typically refers to small sections within a location (e.g. mask free zones at Disney World). Lets hope your right and I am wrong but I am asking DCL for clarification on this.

They probably avoided "indoor" because people would argue that trams and dining pavilions aren't indoors.

 

[Cheburashka]

The fact of the matter is, the phrase designated areas typically is not meant to encompass a majority of a location, it typically refers to small sections within a location (e.g. mask free zones at Disney World). Lets hope your right and I am wrong but I am asking DCL for clarification on this.

You're overthinking this. From the written guidance it's clear that masks aren't going to be required on Castaway Cay except for a few relatively small areas (trams, restrooms, shops, dining areas when not seated eating or drinking). That is what it says and the meaning is clear.

 

[jujubiee4]

Yes, they corrected the castaway section. Originally it said no mask required on castaway but later in the port adventure section of know before you go, it did state the exceptions, but some folks may not have read that far. Now the same info is all together. I read the entire know before you go a week ago and it was updated twice since then, 29th & 30th, so it’s becomes a daily read for me. I imagine they will continue to tweak it as people ask more questions. the first version didn’t address b2b cruises, but the current version does.

I called DCL yesterday to discuss Fantasy sailings and the CM definitely told me they are receiving
updates very frequently now and to check DAILY for changes. I found it a bit comforting they are trying
to stay on top on queries. She answered all my questions calmly and was very nice. As of right now I
feel better about rebooking but this wont be until OcT Nov or Dec. I can't wait until you come back
and tell us how it went. As this point I'm ready to just board and plop myself down. I don't care how
many times I have to be tested. lol

 

[Maggie'sMom]

I wish they would publish an "update" section each time they update with a short note about what was updated, i.e., 7/29 - Guidance on back to back cruises and testing updated. See x section. 7/30 - Guidance on whatever is updated. See y section. Et cetera.

 

[n2mm]

I wish they would publish an "update" section each time they update with a short note about what was updated, i.e., 7/29 - Guidance on back to back cruises and testing updated. See x section. 7/30 - Guidance on whatever is updated. See y section. Et cetera.

EXACTLY!

 

[Starwind]

FYI, DCL has updated their policy section on "Providing Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination and Negative PCR Test", specifically as it pertains to "vaccinated Guests arriving from outside the United States ": <bold below is added by me to highlight the new information>

Voluntarily Choose to Provide Proof of a COVID-19 Vaccination
Guests who are fully vaccinated may choose to provide proof of vaccination in order to be exempt from pre-arrival and Embarkation Day COVID-19 testing (unless arriving from outside the United States). The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention considers people to be fully vaccinated 14 days after the final dose has been administered. Guests may visit the Safe Passage website beginning 33 days before—but no later than 24 hours before—sailing to upload an image file (PDF, JPG, TIFF, etc.) showing proof of vaccination, preferably a vaccination card. For Guests choosing this option and to be exempt from certain policies on board, it is recommended to bring proof of vaccination (vaccination card) to the port for embarkation. Keep in mind, vaccinated Guests arriving from outside the United States who are required to undergo the rapid test on Embarkation Day will not be charged for the test. Additionally, travel insurance is not required for vaccinated Guests arriving from outside the United States on sailings originating in the United States.

Source: https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/why-cruise-disney/experience-updates/before-you-leave-home-us/

I did NOT find anywhere where they address the issue of which vaccines they consider acceptable, including whether those who have so-called "mixed doses" (either two different brands of mRNA, or AZ followed by an mRNA) would be considered acceptable.

Personally, if I was in the situation of having been vaccinated outside the US, I would want to verify with DCL myself, in writing, whether the vaccines I have are considered acceptable or not. And if I was "arriving from outside the US" I would also want to verify the above in bold is correct since it is a change from the previous wording.

For our family, we never step foot in the US without travel insurance anyway, but I understand others may choose otherwise.

SW

 

[jrbeccles]

I'm confused on the Castaway Cay double dip. Is this for the first few cruises only? I'm booked on the Sept 13th Dream sailing and the DCL site still shows Nassau as a destination port. I've gotten nothing from DCL saying two stops at Castaway.

 

[jrapps]

I'm confused on the Castaway Cay double dip. Is this for the first few cruises only? I'm booked on the Sept 13th Dream sailing and the DCL site still shows Nassau as a destination port. I've gotten nothing from DCL saying two stops at Castaway.

This change was only made for sailings thru Sept 6th. My guess is they had issues with port or health agreements. So far they have not made any changes to cruises after this time.