We had over 35 cruises, before the pandemic took away our freedom and pleasure of being at sea. Well we made a last minute move to go on a 5 days cruise on the Princess Grand.

The pre cruise requirements, using their new app - medallion, was as bit tedious at the start, but got easier to use only you learned at various options. The personal data entry is simpler and the scanning of the passport helps to speed up the port entry.

We had to go to a labatory or clinic to get our COVID test to ensure we were negative. Each cruise company requires specifics to what test they will accept. Check the requirements in advance! We did the quick antigen test two day before the cruise. I not really sure a home test kit is allowed, it must be administrated by a professional. Read more