Carnival Passengers Stranded In Mexican Hospital

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[@Determination212]

1. Always, always, always, get temporary international insurance coverage. 2. Do not go with third party vendors. Go with an excursion that's sponsored by the ship. 3. Buy both a passport and a passport card. So if you lose one document you have the other. I may have my passport in my locker, but I always carry my passport card. 4. Thank you for your videos. I like that you are straightforward and true to yourself and others.

[@amma2x310]

I let my passport expire but am about to renew it. Didn't know a passport card existed until my son showed me his before he left to go on a trip last week. Definitely will shell out the extra $ to get one.

[@andreamcleod5377]

USE A TRAVEL ADVISOR! THEY WOULD HAVE TOLD THEM ALL THEY NEEDED TO KNOW. TAKE A PICTURE OF THE PASSPORT TOO AND SIGN UP TO: step.state.gov

[@yellowsunshine3849]

Pass cards are not good for use on planes for international flights. If you drive to Canada or Mexico they can be used at the border, but not fly into the county. With that being said, I also have both a passport and pass card.

[@ladiuneeq9789]

A passport card is not needed if you have the book. You cannot fly back to the United States with a passport card anyway. It is a waste of money.

[@donwooden6358]

IF the scooters would have been Carnival sanctioned, how would this have played out different? Honest question, I truly don't know.

[@joycebarbour1602]

Point. 1. Always take out the travel insurance. 2. Never, Never, Never take an excursion not certified by the cruise line. 3. Always have your passport! Plan your cruise a year ahead!

[@handsomeX]

Great advice 💯

[@Determination212]

Another good thing with cruises is while I can pay for my room up front. Yes slowly I start adding on the extra things to make a once or twice in a lifetime grand vacation.

[@EricaEarth]

they already had travel insurance. Did you watch the video? They holding them there just in case their insurance didn't goes through. I'm thinking that those insurance companies don't pay because they are scammers.

[@saronmalloy6074]

I hope they pull through and get sorted out. My son became ill on a Norwegian cruise vacay in Mexico, his GF called, the medical provider on the ship spoke with me to describe his symptoms. It was gastroenteritis/food poisoning i think. The doctor stated that he could stay in Mexico at the hospital for further evaluation. Spoke to my son-and did my own assessment. I told the doctor to continue with IV fluids, keep my baby on that ship, he will be fine. My baby was just fine. Mothers and Nurses❤ know what to do. Just back from a cruise-I buy insurance from that lesson. Its not even expensive to purchase.

[@ladiuneeq9789]

Glad your son is alright, and I'm also glad you buy insurance now. It is very important to have when traveling internationally.

[@neverhungryagain2187]

What is food poisoning?

[@americafirst6628]

AMEN TO.MOMMA NURSES

[@tstewart3034]

If he is on a ship with his girl, he is a grown man. Not your baby!!!!

[@luckyduckydaisyflower2344]

Mine told me my appendicitis would be too expensive..not all moms care

[@taheeshab.4208]

I just got back from being on Carnival: Mardi Gras. I was so surprised at how many people cruised with just a birth certificate. That line to go through customs was crazy long for people traveling with birth certificates. In this day and age, I think it's irresponsible to travel outside the country without your passport. We have seen so many different scenarios to keep setting yourself up for failure like that. You are so right that people will spend their money on excursions, drink packages, and overpriced items at the ports, but they won't get a $80 passport that last 10 years.

[@brittneyj87]

I just got off the Mardi Gras this Sat, and the birth certificate line was INSANE! I was sooo happy I have a passport.

[@taheeshab.4208]

@@brittneyj87 we were on the same cruise💜

[@brittneyj87]

@@taheeshab.4208 cool! I hope you had a good time!

[@alanwignall3016]

I am happy to have a passport plus to get the early disembarking at 7am. I got off the Paradise welfare cruise yesterday at 7am in Tampa and was back home by 8am in Palm Harbor. winning!!

[@outlawjbc545]

$80 passport? Where? I paid $200 for book, card, and application fee.

[@cindymurphy4208]

Well said, I can't imagine why folks resist getting a passport so much.

[@LidoLife]

or insurance

[@handsomeX]

Legal issues, maybe? Other than that, they're very easy to acquire.

[@jswizzle29]

I just felt that it was unnecessary since it was easy to use a BC but my stepson does Karate and has been invited to compete overseas So now we have passports...

[@s.n.e.8941]

Why do people not want to get a passport? I don't really understand the choice not to have one and to not travel with one. It really isn't that difficult to get one. Plus, they last for YEARS!

[@ElRigs83]

I had a buddy I've been begging for years to get a passport but he just refuses to.

[@shaunn7778]

Don't go on a foreign trip without a passport.

[@LidoLife]

or insurance

[@wkndgrltrp]

It comes out to $13.50 per year

[@LidoLife]

@@wkndgrltrp we are in our 60s and an 8 day cruise is around 120.00

[@wkndgrltrp]

@@LidoLife??? A passport is just $135

[@drewschumann1]

​@@wkndgrltrp I know, right?

[@wakeupthetruth2091]

My mother went to Mexico 15+ years ago and had a heart issue that led to a Mexican hospital. They basically held her hostage in the hospital until they received over 10k. It was the weekend so the insurance company was not available. I ended up calling the US embassy to assist to get her home. Crazy

[@Queenxmarquise]

That is nucking futs!

[@wakeupthetruth2091]

@@Queenxmarquise absolutely it is and was truly scary thinking that she was being held against her will.

[@Whoever68]

I’m not American but from what I’ve heard hospitals in America do the same to foreigners who are unlucky enough to get sick or injured whilst travelling in the US. It’s important to never travel without travel insurance.

[@ckflowers1]

And what sort of care do you get from a hospital in the US without insurance.

[@Queenxmarquise]

@@ckflowers1 true… but I think the difference is, they cannot hold you against your will

[@deniesehayes1697]

Recently I heard that there are 2 places that you MUST have travel insurance for-the Caribbean and Mexico. And, that if you have to be hospitalized in Mexico, you will be expected to pay your hospital bill In cash before you can leave

[@jackiegromacki686]

Prayers to the girls. I just got back from a cruise. A young boy fell over a rail on the ship down a couple floors. He had internal injuries. They asked for blood donations. Luckily we were on our way back. The captain sped up and we got back early. Anything can happen. Be prepared.

[@donnaschuepbach3830]

Wow, how tragic. Hopefully the boy was okay.

[@RLucas3000]

I hope the boy was ok. I hope plenty did donate.

[@dakg8034]

Travel insurance is very important - a lesson I learned the hard way back in 2010. While abroad, I became ill and was hospitalized for 4 days. Between lab tests, treatment, and room cost, I incurred a bill of close to $12,000 USD. Luckily, I had access to money enough to pay. The interesting part is, prior to traveling and while booking the trip, I was offered the option of purchasing health coverage for the trip but declined to take up the offer - pretty much me trying to save $150. That decision ended up costing my pocket just about twelve thousand dollars. Now, I do not travel without it. On the subject of bike: When I was 8 years old, my oldest brother put me on the back of a bike he borrowed and was riding. At the end of the ride he said, "promise me never to ride a bike when you grow up." His explanation was that, whereas cars have sides to partially shield you during an accident, bikes provide no such protection, and riders almost always take the worse of accidents. I am now a grandfather, and to this day I have never set foot on another bike.

[@k1davis617]

A trip to a foreign country without passport or health insurance, is a terrible idea. Then risking venturing out on your own. So many mistakes made here. Im also hearing the didnt reset the bone, so she may end up having permanent probably crippling damage to her leg. Hopefully they both get home safely, but this is an extremely hard lesson to learn. Oh and yes i 100% agree with everything you said.

[@jupiterskiss3473]

This happened to me in 2008. I was able to escape with the help of some great people. Learned so many lessons ... I wish them the best ❤

[@robinperryman6474]

Prayers up for these women. It’s a sad situation. Thanks to you KZbinrs, I now get insurance and always travel with my passport. Better safe than sorry.

[@autisticsimon12]

Yeah how about you prey they stop Muff Diving as lesbian whores of Satan. WHY WOULD YOU PRAY FOR SUCH SINNERS! They are whoring for Satan to say the least. Good RIDaANCE TO THEM!

[@lorikuhnle5941]

I got travel insurance for traveling to the D.R I had to pay cash before leaving the hospital. Still haven't got my money back through my travel insurance. Trip mate insurance

[@Lyn4817]

Cover More Travel Insurance is brilliant and well worth the price, maybe a higher premium but worth every cent when needed. Make sure you disclose any medical conditions while taking your policy out. With Cover More you can get a free SIM Card for your phone. It costs you nothing if you need help from your insurer while overseas. Have an accident, they help and in many cases make arrangements for you. Including changing your bookings for flights home and ambulance transfers. When I fractured my femur, I even had a travel nurse allocated to care for me on the flight home. Which was great as he was able to give me a blood thinning injection just prior too departure and sedate me on the 7/8 hour flight home. People need to stop being stupid when travelling overseas, accidents do happen. You can catch a virus while away for which you may need hospital care. If you can't afford insurance, you can't afford to travel. It's really a no brainer. As for a passport. When we cruise, we have always required passports. With Princess Cruises, they take your passport on boarding and it's returned the night before disembarkation. The trick is too always carry a photocopy of your passport with you. When you board in a foreign country you have too have a passport. You need one to fly out of your country. Why are people acting so brain dead. Don't forget too read the fine print.

[@tanyawilcox6805]

I think I'm gonna start getting insurance moving forward. I don't want to be held hostage over a medical bill.

[@misterg1157]

Even if they had insurance, many policies exclude riding scooters so they wouldn’t have been covered anyway. You must read your policy and either go with an insurer that covers the activity, pay extra for the coverage or don’t do the activity.

[@elizabethdazell4426]

You not only need $ 20,000, you need to be able to access it from another country if you choose no insurance.

[@macpduff2119]

I really really appreciate how you discuss the pitfalls of cruising. It helps us all be safer

[@zuzuspetals9281]

It’s the pitfalls of travel anywhere. Saved me lost money during the shutdown.

[@youneedachill]

This is so tragic and terrifying. Definitely makes you rethink your travels and what will happen to you if you get hurt abroad . my heart goes out to them. I hope they get home safe.

[@amandab8433]

Thank you for covering things that most other travel, not just cruise, channels aren't covering. I think it's so incredibly important that ANYONE who is traveling has this set of information and knowledge. I have labeled you the "Rick Steve's" of the cruise travel. Both of you not only share the positive side of travel, but also the serious side that can not only save you money, but could possibly save a life. Cheers to you, and keep on 😊

[@carolyncoleman4827]

You couldn't have said it better😊

[@shaunn7778]

I often joke that if i was a Carnival security guard, and i showed up to a scene, that my opening line would be "now, what in the carnival is going on here?"

[@shashonda8]

This is a Cruise issue not a Catnival Issue

[@ariraquel4567]

Boooooo!!! 🍅 🥚 corny 🔊

[@montana3227]

How does that joke work for you

[@ronb3913]

Another reason why the comment section needs to be removed

[@user-vq4zm9kh4r]

Carnival's do have masquerade / mardigras... it's like a mardigras going to a carnival and not having the masquerade to do the job..in other words WHO DOES THAT without a passport nah you should know better

[@gregdetwiler9220]

I never considered how not having a passport on a trip like that could turn so catastrophic. I’m gonna always keep mine current and in my possession.

[@mssanbaby4474]

Thank you so much for ALWAYS providing us with “ news that we can use”! Sending prayers up for the ladies involved 🥰🙏🏾🎉!

[@josephrusso2645]

I never knew you could get off the ship with no passport. Wow. Also when in a foreign country only trust the cruise lines tours, beware of the third party tours where ever you are caribbean or anywhere else. And INSURANCE IS A MUST.

[@JDubSlots]

I absolutely agree with you.. they went on a trip without passports, booked a 3rd party excursion/scooter rental, then got into an accident. And now their mother wants to make it seem like they are special and the US needs to help them get home. I'm sorry, and this may sound mean, but this is no one else's fault but their own and now they need to figure it out. There are plenty of warning signs saying that if you go to another country, you probably should have a passport. You also should get insurance, and you should book excursions with cruise line. They did none of this.

[@redhatbear1135]

There are temporary passports etc. they are pretty expensive and aren’t good for very long.

[@elouise5593]

Well, I guess they learned the hard way!

[@elouise5593]

​@@redhatbear1135 You did mean aren't good for very long.

[@redhatbear1135]

@@elouise5593 yep, thanks,, fixed.

[@antoniotula262]

They really should not have gotten off the ship.

[@mariebrown9415]

Yes,yes I always buy a separate Health Insurance policy that covers me in the countries I’m travelling and make sure it is Primary for the specific dates. Most US health insurances donor cover you for travel abroad. Many are comprehensive and cover medical evacuation and transport back to USA and some cover a family member to join you, reparation of remains , etc. Considering how much you spend on these trips that piece of mind is worth it. It’s easy to get sick on travel like travelers diarrhea , dehydration , etc. I think this conversation is important for people hear.

[@sweetcaroline1125]

You are a love. You help keep us safe and up to date. I love you professional oresentation...I can’t stand the ones who try to be comedians and they are not. Be you, Jay ❤

[@mariaabrams9750]

I think you do a great job. You are not negative. I really want to hear exactly the truth. I don’t want to hear that everything is fabulous. I love that you tell everything as it is.

[@dinaachtzener352]

Thank you for sharing topics like this. It is very important for people to be aware and know how to prevent situations like this from happening. Hope they make a speedy recovery and are able to get home safely

[@Bayybeycakes]

This channel is very informative not negative. You just think outside of the box compared to others. Love your channel! Keep it up! ❤

[@karenstasik2979]

Prayers for those two! I always travel with a passport and I always get medical insurance because you never know if you're going to need to be air lifted like you said. It's a lot cheaper than the actual cost.

[@redhatbear1135]

I don’t think medical insurance covers air lifts. Travel insurance or just evacuation coverage is different. And yes my medical insurance does cover me in foreign ports but not much else, and requires me to pay first and file afterwards. Jay, my Dad for years “self insured” I think he won that bet. He also had insurance that covered him too.

[@carolynjohnson7348]

Just got off Wonder of the Seas and spent an extra $500 on insurance for my family of 5. Will NEVER travel without it. My son-in-law sprained his ankle and wouldn't get it taken care of even though I told him he was covered. Better safe than sorry.😊

[@jimmycharlene]

At that point I'd just tell them to throw my ass overboard

[@bebe553]

​@@jimmycharlene😅

[@andy70d35]

When will Americans learn, ALWAYS have a passport. In Europe, you can't travel without a passport.

[@Determination212]

I guess I'm surprised, I thought passports were required by cruise lines. They ask for documentation.

[@neutrino78x]

"In Europe, you can't travel without a passport." Well, you can if you're traveling between countries in the Schengen Area. 🙂 And until 9/11, you could travel from USA to Canada or Mexico without a passport. But yeah, I would definitely take mine on a cruise to a foreign country. 🙂

[@DrBeeSpeaks]

Some of us know better. ❤

[@bahgirl1823]

And Europe will be requiring visas as of January 1st.

[@CesarinPillinGaming]

@@neutrino78x that is a lie, you always needed a passport to get to Mexico. The VISA is the new thing that was added recently.

[@kathy_beauty1955]

My husband is from Mexico and goes twice a year to see his parents who are now in their late 70's. I just cannot make myself go!! It scares me to death until he is back on American soil but he thinks nothing of the dangers because he grew up there. We could have a vacation home there when we retire because he is from the coast but I am too scared.

[@TheGoodContent37]

Your fear is the product of xenophobia, manipulation and ignorance. Just like mexicans that are afraid to go to the USA because they think anyone can mass shoot people there, even in schools or movie theaters. And I bet you would fin it impossible that mexicans have those fears because you might think your country is superior, but it is not, is just different. Better in some things worst in others. Millions of mexicans live just fine in Mexico. Only a minority suffer just like in the US and only a minority migrate just like in the USA. Go to a psychologist to get rid of your brain washing against Mexico. You are believing in lies and are afraid because of them.

[@geraldarnoult]

Your worried about Mexico and you live in the U.S.?, its U.S. hype that Mexico is so dangerous

[@Annie-ho4mq]

Great advices. I like that you’re straight forward, real and firm. Thank you

[@dearmepa1]

Oh my goodness J…you are speaking the truths of cruising but you’re going to get some slack for this report!!!! No passport, no insurance, not booking a ship excursion and no money to pay up to the Mexican hospital. 😢🙏🏼❤️to all.

[@JSHIPLIFE]

Of course I am. Some people don’t like the truth.

[@grsmonkey116]

And the experience is questionable … I remember jumping on one of my buddy’s totally unprepared and pretty much instantly falling off.

[@ritad7927]

I just came back from a cruise on Carnival Paradise to Cozumel and I saw on the daily schedule they encouraged people not to rent scooters or go off by themselves. Hope everything works out for both of them.

[@mozellejarrett8025]

I appreciate you for taking the time to inform people even if some don’t heed your instructions.

[@audreyrose1694]

My husband and I got soooooo lucky when he was stung by a stingray in Cozumel. No insurance (travel or health) and no passports. The excursion was through Royal Caribbean so technically they would have had to hold the ship for us but we were released from the hospital with enough time to get fish tacos. We will NEVER travel without insurance or passports after that close call

[@juliemolthop8980]

Prayers for the two young ladies hurt in his unfortunate accident. Godspeed ❤❤

[@debp5983]

Because of you, I made sure I obtained travel insurance. Passport for me was a no-brainer. Thank you so much for your informative advice.

[@user-do7ip2ry9c]

Proud of your channel growth brotha. Keep going!

[@christinasweetheart2810]

My FIL had a massive heart attack and was taken to that same hospital from the Carnival port. MIL had to fight with the embassy as well to get home. Then on top of that they had to also had to wait for a US hospital to get a room to accept him. However she said the hospital was nicer then the hospital by her house. He had to be incubated and they were stranded there for 6 weeks.

[@teresah5318]

So sorry these ladies are going through this. I hope the mom has a passport when she goes down there as well. Looked up the cost for a passport and its under $200 and if you're an adult, it's good for 10 years. Wish them well and yes when being a traveler you need insurance and passport.

[@missmelis4938]

If they can get to the broader, boarder patrol will let them in. They let me cross back over with my American drivers license. (San Diego/TJ)

[@Hyblakey]

Great video J! Folks don’t seem to realize the importance of traveling with a passport, and having travel insurance!

[@erwinsm10]

Think about this , illegal migrant in USA no passport no insurance has heart attack . All free paid by legal citizens .

[@claireb5509]

Your reporting is the best! Although I heard this news previously, your in-depth summary and advice is the best out there. I hope the girls get better and be allowed to return home. This is a very sad situation.

[@jacquieenger6126]

Great advice👍 I've never thought your channel was negative! I think you give really useful tips & advice for cruising= I appreciate what you do! Thankyou😊

[@annthornburgh5470]

I have Been on many carnival cruises that have stopped in Cozumel. The cruise ship normally posts in their daily paper that they advise against people renting the scooters I have also seen fellow passengers injured when renting the scooters. Several times they have returned to the ship with broken legs. Get that passport and get that insurance it is worth every penny.

[@Kaëlanii]

I thought one definitely appreciate how diverse your channel is the information you share with your audience. This is the type of stuff that people need to know before they go away as many of your videos. One of the greatest things about your channel is that you report about the positive and negative things and most people don't. That is a great asset to you and whoever critiques it is just illogical.

[@geraldwhite1671]

WTH 😮

[@maryridner1069]

You are not negative at all. YOU tell it like it is. Love your channel. Keep up the good informational vids. A Tampa/Lakeland area viewer here.

[@aboliafaleti]

Thank for this . I really appreciate the info. I’m new to your channel 👍🏾🫶🏾👀❤️🖤💚

[@travelwithdebandnick]

Jay, yours isn't a "negative cruise channel" it's an awesome channel that is real to life. That tells the truth and i know i can trust what you say ❤❤❤ because you're not fake like so many other channels out there. ❤

[@handsomeX]

The thing i love about travelling is that i book everything months ahead, which allows me time to save and budget specifically for the trip. And because ive already paid for my plane tickets ahead of time, ive already made that money back.

[@serenahenry5834]

My hubs and I are about to take our first cruise next year. I have been watching you videos above all else because it last VERY INFORMATIVE! I certainly appreciate your very fair and unbiased opinions& knowledge about cruising. Thank you a million times!!!!!!

[@bebe553]

Thanks J for an excellent video once again.

[@mikebergen3375]

Last time I read the insurance. Does not cover extreme activities. Has limits. 10k on some things like this.

[@katem4365]

On point with everything you said Jay. I feel for these poor women and their mother. What a horrible situation to be in. I don't do things on vacation that I don't already do at home. I've had a passport since 1992 and find it weird some folks don't have one. Good luck w your speech!

[@michaelawalker26]

I literally thought this when he said stop doing things overseas that you don’t normally do at home I was like isn’t that the point of going on vacation?

[@CherisseRaghoo]

@@michaelawalker26well don't do anything dangerous/or you have no experience with

[@michaelawalker26]

@@CherisseRaghoo literally anything you do can be considered a danger hell getting on an airplane is dangerous they literally were riding scooters and some hit them smdh lol like what are y’all on???? It seems like y’all going out y’all way to victim blame them based off of them not having passports but that doesn’t explain away anything other than them not being able to get home

[@TheSlavetoabunny]

I just purchased an annual travel policy. I was surprised at how more cost effective it was than single trip insurance. It was only a few hundred more than the single trip policy we purchased for our recent Iceland trip and we currently have three vacations scheduled during the term of the policy.

[@redhatbear1135]

Be careful as those don’t always have an adequate air lift/ evacuation coverage. People I know that do that carry several other policies that mesh with each other. I mostly need the evacuation coverage and the trip interruption coverage.

[@TheSlavetoabunny]

@@redhatbear1135 the policy I purchased has $500,000 evacuation coverage, $50,000 medical, and $10,000 trip cancellation/interruption, $2,000 baggage loss/delay, and $1,500 travel delay ($300/day). It is through Allianz.

[@LadyDi0514]

Thank you for bringing our attention to this!!!

[@rexellis4120]

I love your channel- Your Honesty!!!! Keep doing what you're doing- I appreciate your honesty and you are so much fun!!!

[@michellelogreco3351]

I have to say, Be an adult. Have insurance. Have documents.

[@user-dm8ii2ks7w]

WOW. I am looking to cruise next year, and I have been investigating all the insurance companies, AND asking questions about my personal health insurer's emergency travel policies. I hope that these two ladies are able to recover fully and that they are repatriated soon.

[@pammielocs_withlove5908]

There are some credit cards that provide additional traveler's insurance benefits as well.

[@KennieMarshall]

Make sure someone you trust back in your own country has a copy of your passport and medical travel insurance. Create a emergence contact card and carry that in your wallet. Plus keep in mind that some travel insurance don’t cover high risk activities. But they do have some that do. Make sure you read those comparisons very carefully. The High risk actives travel insurances are much more. That’s the kind of insurance you would get if you’re going to do crazy things like ride a scooter or go bungee jumping etc. Also, if you have a pre-existing condition, you must purchase your travel insurance within 10 days of your down payment for vacation. Otherwise, the insurance won’t cover your pre-existing conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes. I usually just take my medication with me if I’m late on purchasing the insurance.

[@user-dm8ii2ks7w]

@@KennieMarshall Thank you for sharing this info. I am taking a screen shot to put in a folder. LOLOL I am a senior citizen, not about to do anything riskier walking. Thanks again!

[@marcus-oc3xi]

I usually use World Nomads....But, it's for people who do riskier activities, like scuba, climbing, skiing, etc....There are others, and it's best to check out several, to see what they cover and they all vary in price

[@hill77276]

Screenshot and researching my personal ins policy and c c. Benefits 😊

[@ms.lovelace5049]

The Information, and or Must Does, and Don’t Was Sooo Informative..!! Thank You So Much..! Outstanding Information…!!

[@tiffanijohnson906]

Excellent reporting… thank you for the information

[@Herowebcomics]

Wow! They are holding them hostage at that hospital until they pay their bill!😮 But I thought they had free healthcare down there!😅

[@jn3084]

Here in the US they do-they have to take care of you, insurance or not. Not Mexico-not the first time I've heard of this.

[@info.creativeexpressionson3829]

Thank you for sharing this important information. It’s very helpful!!!

[@raraevans9689]

Thank you for being so informative 😊

[@EmpressFerra]

I purchased travel insurance for a flight once and was told that they only reimburse you for expenses you end up paying due to an emergency. So we can't assume that all or any travel insurance will pay for anything up front when an emergency situation comes up during traveling. It's ideal to save money for emergencies and yes get your passport. Good video as people need to be aware.

[@ladiuneeq9789]

That was based on the policy you purchased. A policy with primary medical coverage is what was required for their situation. It pays out first, not after other policies pay first nor after they pay upfront and then submit for reimbursement.

[@ArmyGirl-lz3qd]

In 2019 we cruised to Cozumel and a member of our party had stroke in the middle of the night arriving back to west palm FL, no one could get off until he was loaded up in the ambulance. We just thank God that it didn’t happen while we were in Mexico but he stayed in the hospital in Fl for about 3 weeks

[@tarshacrawley8649]

I appreciate your channel. Great information, so I understand taking cruising seriously.

[@AliceelSutton]

Praying these young ladies make it back home soon. Keep us informed. Thanks J

[@lillianmartinez1593]

The cost of the passport is next to nothing when you break it down. About $13 a year!! It's good for 10 YEARS!! Worth every penny! Travel insurance, the same. When you figure any visit to an ER in any country is astronomical in comparison with the few hundred dollars it cost to give you the coverage you need for situations like this. I wish both families the best in this sad situation. 😢🙏 Thanks Jay for this important content.

[@davidhoffman8122]

I have driven in 16 different countries. Some have been left hand drive, but most have been right. Then there are the dreaded "round-a-bouts! You just have keep your head on a swivel to try to avoid situations like this! I do feel sorry for them and will pray for their safe return.

[@TammieBuckeye]

Thank you for covering this information.

[@kathyvigil9858]

You are spot on with your videos. Unfortunately, people do not want to take ownership of their actions - or lack of😮. I want to know all the if ands and buts!!! Thank you for being straightforward and honest. Keep it up young man, you are greatly appreciated 😊

[@deborahriley7212]

My heart aches for these women, praying for a positive outcome for all 🙏🏽

[@TAF54]

Jay, you nailed it. Get a passport. It can save your life and alleviate stress and it pays for itself. No excuses.

[@eplvn1982]

Best advice for everyone. Thank you.

[@nicoletheseeker6139]

My grandma broke her leg in Mexico. My dad stayed behind with her. It took a few days to get her back on helicopter and my dad had to travel on bus to get back to California. She waited her entire life to swim with the dolphins and the day she was suppose to that happened. She passed now but I'm sure in heaven she's swimming with dolphins 🐬

[@crystald8029]

This is indeed so very sad , I have to say I have sailed without a passport but never again . We are getting them asap before we cruise again . We are not invincible and never know what could happen , especially my children. Btw I have to say again it was such a pleasure meeting you with my son Matt the end of August . You are such a great guy ! We also took your advise and are booking RC with the younger ones and definitely going to try Virgin Voyages when we can go without kids .

[@jaeb5786]

I purchased insurance and I still feel like I need a bubble to travel in. I'm definitely the over cautious type. Prayers for those injured and held up

[@donnahill2178]

Informative video. Keep um coming😊

[@victrola2007]

Your channel is a GODSEND to travelers. It's not negativity but (possibly) life-saving advice. That's no carnival but a giant sh*t show. Thank you for reminding people AGAIN about 101 of travel, especially foreign travel. Poor women and their families. People need to plan for the worst case scenario before getting wrapped up and lost in excitement. 🙏🏽

[@dearmepa1]

Love the short hairstyle!!

[@lauriegrissom672]

Hoping these girls get well soon and get to make it home soon. And please, please, please, Do not travel without a passport! Love your content!

[@ceciliapetrowsky2572]

How is that even possible? We’ve only done two cruises to the Caribbean and passports were the first thing we had to show as soon as we boarded.

[@donnaschuepbach3830]

​@ceciliapetrowsky2572 If a u.s. citizen leaves from a u.s. port and come back to a u.s. port (caused a closed loop cruise) you don't need a passport, just a birth certificate.

[@carolm1754]

I always travel with a passport and travel insurance. I also always make sure I take my passport or a copy of it when getting off the ships. A family member travelled to Italy recently and were given a hard time because they did not have their passports on them! When me and my husband first started cruising/traveling he didn't think it was necessary. But after I wound up in a California hospital after falling and breaking my wrist we always make sure we have additional travel insurance on top of our regular insurance. Also, I have seen so many people slip on the ships and go down. You never know! I have had friends that rented scooters and were quite lucky they only came home with basically road burn and bruises after being involved in an accident. People that don't travel as much don't realize how narrow and winding some of these islands roads are! I hope these ladies are going to be alright and mama gets them home.

[@amycarter8497]

This gave me an education. Thank you!

[@shoptowngirl11]

Right Jay I agree however sending prayers 🙏 I hope they make it home safely and speedy recovery ❤️‍🩹

[@shawniehoward]

Can't imagine being in that situation. A broken arm not set...needing surgery...can't fly out. This is totally heart breaking.

[@lizajane1878]

Very valuable INFORMATION! 😊

[@dorotadurazinska7822]

I love watching your videos, not negative at all. Informative 😊

[@margaretharmon7485]

Wow my prayers are with the ladies for their safe return 🙏

[@jmpresco]

I appreciate that you cover this type of content so that we can be more informed travellers no matter which way we go about it.

[@jewel1953]

I always your candor. There are so many problems that one never expects and if you are out of the country it is heightened. My son worked in the Royal Caribbean cruise ship in the east Caribbean for a year as entertainment. He told me stories that terrified and one incident that happened in Cozumel where I am grateful he is still alive.

[@FURYWORLDx]

Your facial expression on this thumbnail took me tf out yo 😅 Love your channel-so well spoken-def a fan!

[@AlexHernandez-yb9rx]

I think of you as an informative channel. I don’t think of you as a negative person. I pray these ladies are ok and I pray their mom/moms can get them home so they can get the right health care!

[@jhentravellife]

Also make sure the excursion is insured because then if you get hurt they may cover the expenses. My mom fell off a horse in Punta Cana and the Tour Supplier was insured. The Tour Supplier transported us to the hospital, stayed outside the my mom's room, interpreted everything, and they had guards to walk me to the store down the street at night.

[@13thAllieCat]

I’m happy they are getting news attention. :) will help

[@bundles549]

I like your new look! Very professional!!

[@mars4697]

I just back from Cozumel and I mentioned to my husband….I would never dare drive here it is crazy. I did not have a passport and I will not take the risk again! Thanks for sharing their story as I knew it could happen but this story shows the risk I have been taking. I will not longer take that risk. My heart hurts for these girls and family. Lots of prayers to them. Is there a go fund me we can assist the families with?

[@gravityhammer25]

I was in Cozumel recently as well... solo and I rode a Jetski and probably got it up to 50-60mph... nothing happened and I did not fall off... but if I fell I could have easily broke some stuff and had a really bad time. My previous trip I also did a 4x4 offroad excursion in Cozumel (with a cruise)... again everything went well but I'm not sure my health insurance would cover me if things went wrong I completely forgot about the health insurance thing. I'm also not sure why the cruise let them go to Mexico without a passport, when I cruised with Virgin a passport was mandatory. I also thought about renting a car, but then decided against it... a Taxi is much more relaxing in Cozumel.

[@mars4697]

@@gravityhammer25 so the thing with a passport as I understand it, you don’t need it to boat into the countries we visited on the cruise however, without one we could not fly in or fly out. This was my 4th cruise and I really will get my passport next time. I also had a good friend that had a baby get sick on the cruise and her and her hubby did not have passports and the ship made them get off because he was sick, he couldn’t fly to the next port and continue the cruise he had to hang out In mexico for a few days trying to get an emergency passport. Between both of these stories, I am just gonna go get one!

[@gravityhammer25]

@@mars4697 Yeah it's worth it just to have the peace of mind. Cozumel is a beautiful place but being stranded there for a long time would not be fun. I also got the passport card just in case.

[@kamariaspeaks]

I’ve never been to MX but I’ve been on a bus/taxi in Costa Rica and OH BOY, the driving culture is WILD. A native told me, “There are driving laws but no one follows them.” 😳Thankfully I came home safely. I would definitely research how people drive, or just join a travel group online and ask someone who has gone there.

[@finchman1]

True that! I was in Costa Rica some 25 years ago. Lovely people and country, but the driving etiquette and roads left a lot to be desired.

[@jomama5186]

Yeah I didn't know you were from the Tampa Bay area. Liked and subscribed you are awesome!

[@rozlin313]

Jay, thank you so much for encouraging us to get insurance. Sometimes we do, and other times, no. Well after your video, no more coin toss. We will purchase insurance. We do have our passports.😮

[@carolfgordon4471]

Hi J. You are positive all the time. Some Americans have problem when you speak the truth. Everyone knows you should have a passport and Insurance when traveling. If you are an American traveling in the Caribbean or Mexico you do not have to show it. However when you get off the ship you should have one just in case something happens and you have to fly back home. I had a friend on a 14 nights Caribbean cruise who was very sick on RCCL ship last December 2022, and she had to be taken to the hospital in Martinique and spent 10 days there before her return to the US, she had Insurance which she was reluctant to take, however, I told her, you do not know what can happen and you have to fly home. I was glad I force her to take it, because that's what save her. The bill on the ship and the Hospital was nearly $70.000.