What happened when I tested positive for Covid on a cruise ship

Editorial Summary

The creator details his experience testing positive for Covid-19 during a seven night Alaska cruise on Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas. After experiencing symptoms like a sore throat and fever dreams, he used an at-home test before notifying the ship's medical team. He describes the medical response, which included testing his entire family and providing complimentary medication. Because he was in a two bedroom suite on the final day of the sailing, he was able to quarantine in his cabin rather than being moved. During quarantine, he received complimentary room service and internet access, though he noted that daily cabin cleaning ceased. The creator outlines the various disembarkation options provided by the cruise line due to Canadian health regulations, including staying on board or driving back to the United States. He highlights the generous compensation package offered by Royal Caribbean, which includes reimbursement for hotel stays, meals, and rental cars, as well as a pro-rated refund of the cruise fare. He concludes by advising future cruisers to bring at-home tests, downloaded entertainment, and extra medications to prepare for similar situations.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.