Carnival Mardi Gras (Western) Pt.5: The End, COVID, Quarantine, Room Service, GoPort - ParoDeeJay

[@lindam2733]

Please don’t worry about negative people. You guys are responsible human beings, and I appreciate the two of you. I’m glad Dee is resting. 🙏🙏🙏

[@lisaanderson8235]

You two are totally the most rule following folks that ever have been, and if Dee got sick, anyone can. Thank you for being open and honest about your experience. ❤️❤️ Hoping Dee is feeling better, Jay doesn't get sick, and that there are many adventures in your future! 😊😊👍

[@blessedbeyondmeasure-sisdeb]

Move along TROLL!!!

[@sallynaylor5538]

@@TheTruthBomber007 Covid is here forever fact! we humans are not! live your best life now tomorrow isn't a given.

[@vingturtur9573]

@@TheTruthBomber007 booooooo! You are so afraid! Stay home for the rest of your life!

[@alcprek]

I appreciate you guys taking the time to let everyone know your experience. Everyone that is a regular watcher knows you guys were doing everything right to prevent this. Love you both. I hope Dee feels better.

[@blessedbeyondmeasure-sisdeb]

You must be bored out of your mind to TROLL!

[@parodeejay]

UPDATES & RANDOMNESS: Since I realize that people "number" cruise days differently, and Reading Jay isn't entirely sure which method of numbering he ended up using this time around, here's a recap of our timeline with actual dates: -Sat 7/31 through Sat 8/7 first cruise, no issues -Sat 8/7 back-to-back day, no issues -Sun 8/8 first sea day, no issues -Mon 8/9 Cozumel, no issues other than Dee getting pool water in her nose -Tue 8/10 Costa Maya, spa day, first mild symptoms presented that evening during Deal Or No Deal, mild throat tickle and some overall achiness, we decided to leave the show and head to bed early as a precaution -Wed 8/11 Mahogany Bay, symptoms were still cold/flu-like with no obvious COVID triggers but had improved overnight, worsened again after breakfast burritos, canceled our excursion, decided to self-quarantine in our cabin the rest of the day -Thu 8/12 second sea day, symptoms again cold/flu-like with no obvious COVID triggers and again improved, ventured out of the room that morning masked, still trying to avoid people and stay outside as much as possible, then returned to the cabin, during the "paid room service" session that evening is when Dee first noted the sudden complete loss of smell & taste -Fri 8/13 third sea day, Jay ventured out solo to get burritos, decided that we would call for a test that day, packed our suitcases, tested, spent the rest of the day filling out forms and talking to doctors, moved to quarantine room that evening -Sat 8/14 debarkation morning, exited the ship using the approved crew elevators and exits Some of the main questions that we might not have addressed, that didn't apply directly to us... -If someone tested positive during a port day rather than a sea day, I *believe* you would be escorted off the ship rather than quarantining onboard, and Carnival helps to make arrangements to get you back home. -If we had tested prior to the final day of our cruise, I *believe* we would have been refunded for the portion that we were forced to quarantine, but that didn't apply to us. -From the quarantine zone, I *believe* you can order things that aren't on the standard room service menu, as we saw containers of soup on tables in the hallway, which was not a room service option.

[@shaquettasmalls620]

How is Dee feeling?? I pray that she is feeling better😍

[@blessedbeyondmeasure-sisdeb]

I pray Dee is getting better every day! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@kathyslocombe1182]

A truly remarkable video. Sharing your COVID experience, gives all of us cruisers an insight as to what really happens, hoping none of us have to go through this situation. You and Dee are so thoughtful and considerate and know that you are so loved by all of your subscribers. Sending all of our love from your Canadian friends. Be well Dee and take care! And, Jay, you are a great husband.

[@bruciethecuz9031]

Thank you so much "Editing Jay" for your upfront, honest, and immensely interesting continuation of this Mardi Gras series. Your transparency with the uncomfortable situation that you both found yourselves in is admirable. We wish you the best, and for Dee to make a full and speedy recovery. We admire you both and continue to enjoy and get caught up on your many wonderful vlogs! 🙏👍👍👍🌞

[@kristenclarkin7662]

I just cackled at the "escandelo" about the Pepsi vs. Coke products. lol

[@britbrit2639]

I'm so glad you guys had so much fun, it was great hanging out with everybody!

[@dawnavey1813]

You handled this so well. So did Carnival. Great to see a positive ending as long as Dee recovers quickly. Hugs Dee and Jay.

[@gburgan]

Been watching for years, and will continue to do so. Life happens, even when you take precautions. Keep doing you! Look forward to future events. *hugs* to Dee

[@ryansmith2947]

Only been watching ya’ll for about 6 months now and appreciate the heck out of you all sharing your story not just now but always. Hope everyone’s feeling better soon!! I’ll be continuing to travel as much as possible and know you all will as well. Life happens and this unfortunately is now a small part of life.

[@MyMindoverYourMatter]

Hope Dee gets better soon. Sending more healing energy your way.

[@dianagroppa8971]

I appreciate that you gave us the end of your adventure. I was really enjoying them snd it felt like a void when they were gone. Wishing you guys better days ahead so we can go back to enjoying some great vacation videos from you guys. Thanks you ☺️

[@ginas.6656]

So sorry Dee contracted the covid hope she gets better soon! Loved watching your videos to see how much fun you all were having n look forward to more!

[@brendascott8034]

Wow.... my best to Dee.... Jay you did great taking control... much love!!

[@annodal8465]

I appreciate how transparent y'alls were in this video. I mean, you typically are, but it was especially nice to see in this situation. I'm also impressed with how on top of everything Carnival was. The only way to make sure you don't get Covid is too basically live in a bubble but most of us require interaction and experiences. I think that Dee got Covid right around the same time I did. I had to go into my office to do some training and, even though we were masked, the training equipment did not allow for distancing. Unbeknownst to her, the person I was training had Covid. I ended up getting so sick that I almost didn't make it but am thankful to still be alive. It has been a slow recovery but I have a better appreciation for things and intend to live life as long as I'm permitted to. This past July, I went to my church's annual convention that had been cancelled for 3 years. I knew the risk and took it anyway. I did get Covid again but, thankfully, it was a less intense variant and I have no regrets because it was wonderful getting to spend time with family and friends after so long. My sister got Covid on the cruise we went on in September and we had such a wonderful time that we do not regret going and are planning to do another. Basically, it's up to the individual to decide what things are important enough to them to take risks for.

[@joycegiddins2988]

Praying for Dee recovering. Welcome back.

[@lynnettejohnson595]

Your transparency, your positivity, your obvious concern for the health of others, the fact that the amazing kitty adores you....fangirl for life y'all. I hope Dee is on the mend and y'all are back on the cruise life sooner than later. ❤

[@slinkyengelking]

Thank you so very much for sharing! This is the kind of information we all need in case it would happen to any of us. Oh my goodness!! Mojo was adorable as always!! Best of health to Dee and you!! You are in our thoughts!!!

[@dadams512]

Good to see you two were treated with dignity and respect, as you should be. Hope Dee is feeling better!

[@lindajay1966]

You 2 are the best ..I know this was long time ago but Dee is always washy washy so sorry it ended that way..Love you videos watch them everyday when the come up..your the sweetest ever

[@bhismilinirampersad3360]

I really enjoy watching u two ...much thanks 🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹

[@roliver6580]

We got ya' both. 100%. Jen and I are both vested and fans because of just how real and who you both are. We prepared for our first cruise in 20 years back in Nov. 2019 and found you all on KZbin. Binge watched all you had out there. Cruise was to have happened in Feb. 2020. Then all the world stood on its head! We've rescheduled 4 times and currently on for Feb of 2022. Anyway, you all and Tony and Jenny have educated, encouraged and motivated us in every way and in the most weird of ways, we feel like we are cruisers even though we haven't been in 20 years. Thank you for what you do, it can't be easy as much fun as it looks like on the viewers side. No doubt, you are real people and living through a real life situation that we are all prone to. Much respect for the way you handled this and your transparency. Stay positive and Dee, GET WELL SOON!

[@kelleyspencer]

This trips vlogs have been amazing just like all of the other vlogs. The MOST important thing is that Dee is ok. You didnt have to share this with anyone, it is your personal business but thank you for keeping us updated so we can send her lots of prayers. Love you guys so much and cant wait to cruise with you!! Dee and I are snorkeling sisters for sure.

[@DaveBrandysExcursionsTravel]

You guys rock! We love your positive attitude and how you all dealt with the situation. It is awesome to see that Carnival took such great care of you guys and thank you for showing on how they dealt with it. Praying for Dee to have a speedy recovery and hope you guys get to redo the Gras to finish the series ❤.

[@carolanneb309]

Dee, feel better. I can't even express how much it meant for you to share your experience with us. God Bless you both.

[@sallynaylor5538]

You are such a sweet husband making light and fun about a nightmare situation watching this makes me no so scared about cruising during these times my hubby is also a sweet guy!

[@JennyCruiseCommander]

You both are just the cutest, sweetest, kindest people ever. You would have had every right to just stop the videos until Dee was feeling better and we all would have understood completely. But I admit it is also interesting to hear how the ship handled the situation as well, and thank you so much for sharing that with us. You definitely went over and above by giving us this extra insight. Please feel better and take care of you first and foremost. Hugs!! 🛳💦💦

[@cacloonan]

We are so happy y’all are home safe. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. You too are our favorite KZbinrs and we will pray for you both and we hope for a speedy recovery for Dee.

[@suearcher8708]

So glad to hear that everyone that needed to take care of you did so! I too deal with unpleasant things with humor. Not everyone gets it....I do. Hopefully this passes quickly and you are off and cruising again soon. Jay, I agree with you on the term "new normal" along with "unprecedented". When you say it everyday it's no longer unprecedented!

[@thomaslower5375]

Been watching you guy for a long time , I have tears in my eyes for Dee , my prayers are with you both , thank you for trying to keep this light. Jay We have lost so many people from this ugly Virus, please take good care , keep us up to date , sending hugs and prayers and good vibes 💜🥂

[@bettypagan9264]

Im glad your sence of humor is so good!! And that helps a lot to Dee get well soon!! Blessings for you both!! 🙏🙏⚓🛳🛳

[@kdiane1014]

This was the very most informative cruise video ever! All the questions we secretly wonder about are answered. Thank you for unselfishly sharing your trip. Well done

[@AshtiKankano]

Stay strong. Stay positive. Thanks for the unique perspective. Now you can cross off "cruise quarantine" on your life bucket list. You guys are the best! 😷

[@allisonlemieux20]

Hope Dee feels better soon!!! And shout out to Jay for keeping her spirits up even though I’m sure your nerves were on edge too!!!

[@krissyskreations]

That’s how my husband and I order room service, a variety. All of that food looks so delicious.

[@MegaBeaches]

I hope Dee is feeling better! I was so sad for you both watching the last video. I hope it's all smooth sailing for you guys going forward. Love and support you both!

[@pamelawiggins9131]

I just wanted to know that you guys are OK. Praying for Dee's recovery. Y'all get well and get back on those ships. Love y'all. 🥰😍❣️❤️ Room Service was big fun😁

[@freedomgal3726]

I'm praying that Dee is healed quickly. ❤

[@antoinelewis9997]

Get well soon Dee. You are in my prayers

[@christieceplina2950]

You are both handling this very well and we do sincerely care and appreciate the openness. Take care!

[@sunzac1973]

Glad to see how Carnival handled your quarantine, and that they took care of you both. Get well soon, Dee.

[@lauracomer8896]

This is real and if we want to cruise this is stuff we need to know. Thanks so much. Sending Prayers.

[@alej8902]

Hi Dee and Jay! We all love you and we are all seeing prayers and hugs your way 🙏🏻🤗

[@tinabennett2022]

So glad you are doing better, Dee! Jay, hope you stay well. Thanks for sharing this difficult time with so many of us who care. 😻

[@MarthaLarimer]

Thank you so much for sharing the rest of the story. We leave Friday for our Saturday cruise on Mardi Gras and I have pretty much been distraught since your video yesterday morning. I feel a bit better now after knowing how you were treated. I am still so sorry that you got sick Dee, it will wear you down. I took months to get better but I am much older than you and far less healthy. Thank you again for sharing and please get well soon!

[@destinationrhapsody3941]

You are inspirational! You remained so positive and captured all the good during the not so good. Sending hugs your way, and a big thank you!

[@ycnan5]

Thank you Jay and get well wishes to Dee. Love all you do for our cruising community.

[@user-oo3uj5ku9r]

Don’t pay any attention to those negative folkx. You guys are simply the most caring and awesome youtubers. I guarantee you’ll have 100k subscribers end of year. I appreciate the room service. Rewatching your Carnival Legend Alaska series!

[@nanabananafodor4870]

Thanks for reaching out. Rest and be well, you two. Keep in touch. We love you both.

[@kathyazzarito5950]

Thank you for sharing. It just shows that anyone can still get COVID. It’s still a part of our lives. You folks did everything right. Hope Dee feels better soon and you can start sailing again soon!!

[@Wsudancer]

The positive of this video is you have shared with us the real cruising experience of what it’s like to cruise in 2021! You guys are awesome and I appreciate you sharing the whole thing with us.

[@akaldc]

What an adventure. I'm glad both of you are safely home. I'm wishing Dee a speedy recovery.

[@DeeAnnessWorrell]

Dee you are in my prayers and hope you feel better soon. I’ve been watching you and Jay for over 3 1/2 years. I love your cruise vlogs!

[@amybyrdishere]

Yall are amazing and thank you for putting yourselves out here to give us all of the details. I know going thru something like this can be hard to share but we all appreciate the information! Stay safe and praying for Dee to feel better soon! ♥️♥️

[@corinnaball7401]

I am only just watched this as life has been crazy. I know this is now ancient history and thankfully you are both fully recovered and cruising again. I still wanted to stop by and thank you for posting this honest footage. This has actually been very reassuring to see that the cruise lines are taking this serious, but also that they look after passengers if things go wrong. I have been binge watching your vlogs ever since I came across your Grand Sirenis series and I value your balanced content and enormous positivity. Thanks for all you do.

[@jomamma51]

So glad you did this vlog! You gave us first hand information on how the COVID process works. Hoping Dee gets better real fast and without lasting symptoms.

[@jeffreywaldman8032]

Prayers for a speedy recovery for Dee. You are both beautiful ❤️❤️ people

[@aprilray2095]

Love and prayers for you both. Thank you for sharing your story with us!

[@CruisingforFood]

Thank you for the very detailed video. I am constantly amazed at how positive you two are despite the circumstances. It is really refreshing in today's environment. I hope Dee recovers quickly and that you are back to cruising soon. You are so loved.

[@lyndseymowat1646]

Get well soon Dee I look forward to your next adventure

[@jameswade7550]

Thank you Jay for the update and showing some of the Quarentine stuff. Hope Dee is feeling better and you two are cruising again soon. Love your vloggs and the upbeat personality especially for how your cruise ended. God bless Take care of each other and Keep us inform how your wonderful Dee is doing.

[@sonyah5081]

We appreciate you both. Get better soon Dee.

[@joycereininger7463]

Great job Jay!! Sending my wishes to Dee for a quick recovery!! See you tonight. ❤❤❤❤

[@maryg4551]

I love your cruising/vacation stories. They are very well delivered and educational. I hope Dee is continuing to get better and wish you all the best. Take good care!

[@soshiangel90]

I'm hoping Dee feels better! And then you for sharing the protocols first hand. Always good to see what's happening.

[@pegpage1085]

Love the cat. Great documentary of your journey on the Mardi Gras and all the unexpected things that occurred. No one shares of their room service experience so you turned that negative into a plus. I also appreciated the details you shared regarding the staff and their concern for you both. It really shows how they have the protocols in place and how they were utilized, from testing you two, to relocating you to a quarantine section, to the disembarkation. Great post regarding the ride back to your car in a Tesla. Praying Dee is doing well. I actually was watching your live from 8/15 and You suggested to go back to this one to learn the day by day details regarding how your cruise ended. It was great. Thanks again!

[@eleanorbowtell]

Wishing Dee a speedy recovery. Thank you so much for this update. It was interesting and actually a comfort to hear how well Carnival are handling positive cases.

[@joannechludzinski1805]

I think that it's important to note that not everyone loses their sense of taste and smell so if you have a headache, sore throat you should worry about covid. I bought a 15 minute test to bring with me on my cruise in January. I will have my booster before that but you can never be too careful. Glad Dee was vaccinated so she had a mild case.

[@kathymills1959]

Sorry you had to go through all of that but it was good to see first hand how you would be tested, relocated & treated! Thanks & speedy recovery for Dee!!

[@anitabutler3864]

I'm sorry that happen. I hope Dee feels better. I love you guys. Ya'll are so fun and perky. I pray for a speedy recovery.

[@CheriAwesomeSunsetsTravel]

Many Prayers for a Speedy Recovery for Dee! 💖🙏💖

[@leolataylor5767]

Oh so sorry this happened to Dee. So glad you two was vascinated.. Dee is in my prayers. Love all your vlogs, you two are such positive people.

[@becketmama9838]

Even in sickness you guys are so cute! Have to laugh together or go nuts in that tiny room! Way to make the best of it

[@katiavandam8435]

Like many others had said under the comments, I hope Dee has a full recovery. Recently, I became a subscriber after seeing a few of your musical numbers you both had presented (Valentines Day and Christmas), as well some of the vacation videos to islands my husband and I plan to visit this up coming February on the NCL Dawn. I am so blown away by the love you both obviously have for each other. The devotion and concern you showed towards Dee throughout this video, brought tears to my eyes. I absolutely loved the part about the room service food! Thank you so much for sharing your private journey through all of this, it will help others to take away some of the scary unknowns attached to coming down with Covid while cruising. Has they say a picture is worth a thousand words, but I like to think the video of your story through this particular illness, will last a lifetime. Once again, Thank you!

[@ShannyLynn2]

You guys have quickly become one of my favorite travel KZbin vloggers!! My heart goes out to Dee. Hope she’s resting and gets better soon. I agree… I don’t think the ugly c is going anywhere anytime soon and will be part of our lives for a while.

[@DallasCleopatra]

I'm so glad everyone treated you both so well. I hope Dee has a speedy recovery. She had me in tears from your other video, no one should ever feel bad about getting a illness they have no control over. You both have gone above and beyond and you just never know. You both are one of my favorite KZbinrs and I hope you get back to sailing soon.

[@cruisergirl3478]

I think this was a very, very good episode. It was horrible that Dee got sick but things like this happen all the time & not just on cruise ships. At least you were able to give us all first hand knowledge of how the situation was handled. That is very important. Please get well soon & thanks.

[@gigglesrebel]

I enjoy you guys immensely and I am sorry Dee got sick but I know it is just a roll of the dice. I'm immunocompromised but I miss cruising like crazy. I'll be with you the next cruise and any after. Take care of yourself and my girl Dee

[@marybarkley5512]

You guys are great for sharing this with all of us. It’s good to hear and see what is actually done during an positive case. Dee, hope you get well soon❤️

[@viviennehickey3148]

Thank you for creating an ending. I hope Dee is feeling better. Take care and I will see you on your next adventure.

[@cathydunn5927]

My heart breaks for you guys, Hope you feel better Dee. I love that you can find humor in a terrible situation . I love the tissue hack, so cool. and the best part of the video is seeing MoJo loving on you, he missed you guys so much. sending love and hugs

[@teresah5318]

This was an eye-opening and educational video. I am so sorry that you had the end of your back to back interrupted by Covid. Seeing the procedures that happened was really nice of you to share you life experience on a cruise ship with covid. You two will be back on a ship again soon I am sure. Thanks for sharing!!

[@lasandrawinterssmiley293]

Praying Dee gets better. You don’t have to apologize for the videos, we understand. Take care of yourselves!!!

[@lisamichinski3362]

Get well soon Dee, looking forward to your upcoming adventures!

[@stephenhays9176]

Keeping you guys in our prayers & take care of each other & prayers🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@debby6235]

Awww Mojo is so sweet, he missed you guys. You two are so awesome. Your honesty, integrity and humor (love your humor) always shine through. Get well soon Dee and Jay, hoping you are able to stay COVID free. Take care you two and rest up.

[@carolmyers1874]

Sending prayers to you all for healing for Dee and you that you stay healthy. Love you all so much and your videos!!

[@RicardoLopez-mc5op]

Thanks for being honest about your experience, you guys are the best and I hope Dee is feeling better.🙏🙏🙏

[@sonyahoffman4851]

We are so sorry that you guys had to experience this but very appreciative that you allowed us to come along and “experience” protocols/procedures. You two are wonderful - Rock On 🤘 ❤️ PS - love the kitty 😻

[@WanderingSoup]

Have enjoyed your journey! Keeping Dee lifted.

[@howardhobbs9333]

I’m so glad u all can be so fun even Dee not feeling well,U all r awesome!

[@shequidaselmon-humes9912]

I started watching you two from AK Adventures. I’ve watched the entire Mardi Gras series and I am going back to watch the other series. I hope that Dee gets better!!! I enjoy watching you all.

[@deniseguidry3763]

Sending thoughts and prayers for strength and healing for Dee and for sharing your lives with us. Can’t wait to follow on your next adventure.

[@jimmysgrl]

You definitely deserve a redo on the Mardi Gras! Healing prayers for Dee.

[@alinelson2]

I hope Dee has a quick recovery! I am so sorry that happened to her! Big hugs for both of you!

[@susankick4409]

Yes, I agree. Don't let the negativity of others get to you. You have nothing to explain. I think you are both amazing and hope to meet you one day. 💖🌻🙂

[@bigbearmedia2734]

Praying for y'all...Love you guys intel on cruising..... Get healthy and KEEP A COMING !!! ✌

[@salliestewart4713]

Thanks for sharing and you told the story in the positive humorous honest way that you 2 do so well. Rest and heal quickly Dee😷❤🙏

[@wendycoache5800]

Feel better soon Dee, stay healthy Jay. Thanks for all these great videos.