Upcoming Trip - Leaving Sunday

[Laura in NH]

Well I got my negative covid results tonight.... right after I read about the new rules (establishments now closing at 9, curfew 10pm-5am, etc), but I'm still planning to go. These new rules should only impact a couple of the plans I had, so not too bad I guess.

I still have to finish my ED and upload my test and insurance proof, but other than that I guess I'm ready. Sure is going to be different this year!!!


BTW - I live in SE NH. I had my test done at Wentworth Douglas and my results came in about 33 hours after testing.

Details for testing - go online to WD Hospital and follow link for covid testing. I selected 'other' under reason for testing and wrote that it was required for upcoming travel. Site says up to 3 days for results but I was told on phone when appt was made that it often is less than 48 hours (at this time). I imagine if case numbers start to rise, then testing will increase and so will waiting times, but right now it's not too bad.

Once you fill out online info, d/l the Mass General Brigham Patient Portal (referenced on WD site). This is where you'll retrieve results.

You should get a phone call shortly after to make the appt. I'm traveling on Sunday at 9:45 so I made my appt for Thursday at 10. The test site is drive through at the Wentworth Douglas Professional Bldg right off exit 9 from the Spaulding Tpke.

The nurse who administered my test was great. She explained the process and was a gentle as possible. Felt exactly the same to me as when I get a rush of pool water up my nose - that kind of burning annoying sensation - not pain or anything. Over in 3 seconds and made my eyes water a bit.

I told them to just bill me because I know my insurance isn't going to cover this. Haven't received a bill yet so I don't know how much the test cost.

Now I have to find my water socks and finish packing...

[Pegmeister]

Safe travels. Have a great vacation and if you have a moment, post and let us know how things are going.

[Laura in NH]

Safe travels. Have a great vacation and if you have a moment, post and let us know how things are going.

I'm sure I'll have plenty of time to update my trip report

[LisaGrn]

Looking forward to your trip reports, Laura. Safe travels!!

[Andrea J.]

thanks for the info for the testing!!

safe and easy travels Laura.

I hope all is wonderful

Well I got my negative covid results tonight.... right after I read about the new rules (establishments now closing at 9, curfew 10pm-5am, etc), but I'm still planning to go. These new rules should only impact a couple of the plans I had, so not too bad I guess.

I still have to finish my ED and upload my test and insurance proof, but other than that I guess I'm ready. Sure is going to be different this year!!!


BTW - I live in SE NH. I had my test done at Wentworth Douglas and my results came in about 33 hours after testing.

Details for testing - go online to WD Hospital and follow link for covid testing. I selected 'other' under reason for testing and wrote that it was required for upcoming travel. Site says up to 3 days for results but I was told on phone when appt was made that it often is less than 48 hours (at this time). I imagine if case numbers start to rise, then testing will increase and so will waiting times, but right now it's not too bad.

Once you fill out online info, d/l the Mass General Brigham Patient Portal (referenced on WD site). This is where you'll retrieve results.

You should get a phone call shortly after to make the appt. I'm traveling on Sunday at 9:45 so I made my appt for Thursday at 10. The test site is drive through at the Wentworth Douglas Professional Bldg right off exit 9 from the Spaulding Tpke.

The nurse who administered my test was great. She explained the process and was a gentle as possible. Felt exactly the same to me as when I get a rush of pool water up my nose - that kind of burning annoying sensation - not pain or anything. Over in 3 seconds and made my eyes water a bit.

I told them to just bill me because I know my insurance isn't going to cover this. Haven't received a bill yet so I don't know how much the test cost.

Now I have to find my water socks and finish packing...

[Laura in NH]

Got my green check mark.... one step closer

[WaltVB]

Safe travels Laura. I can't wait to read about your trip.

[Traceyd14]

We were laughing about the curfew because we always seem to go to bed early while in Aruba, so we probably wouldn't even notice a change. I prefer to be outside to enjoy the sun for as many hours as possible. Thanks for sharing about your test - you got me thinking we will drive to a less populated County and do a backup test - less people to test, more likely to get results back faster. Not sure why I didn't think about it like that before.
Can't wait to hear about your trip!

[Laura in NH]

We were laughing about the curfew because we always seem to go to bed early while in Aruba, so we probably wouldn't even notice a change. I prefer to be outside to enjoy the sun for as many hours as possible. Thanks for sharing about your test - you got me thinking we will drive to a less populated County and do a backup test - less people to test, more likely to get results back faster. Not sure why I didn't think about it like that before.
Can't wait to hear about your trip!

I'm not typically out late myself, but last year I did go to Fusions a few times for a cocktail & music and came home later than normal. My issue is the 8:00 dinner reservations I need to change now. I don't want to cut it too close now that restaurants have to close by 9. Being back on my balcony by 10 shouldn't be a problem. I usually do my people watching.... but not this time. Again, not a deal breaker for me

[Aruba4ever]

safe travels