Rare whitshel Posted January 7, 2013 #1 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Ok, I am aboard the Independence and yes pier 29 is a total nightmare, ship is in disarray... Oh my....:eek: Just Kidding, so far so great!!!! Pier 29 was actually a breeze, we arrived here around 11:15 and were on the ship by 11:45, yes the pier isnt the best looking pier on the block but baby we moved right through....We are Platinum and they have the priority line which was quite a bit shorter at the security check point, the actual line to check in was pretty short as well, maybe 6 people deep in the platinum line, so it ran very smooth. Plus it was raining, so all in all not a bad check in. So far, and again these are my observations and only my observations, every single crew member that we have passed or encountered has stopped and said hello or welcome aboard. Seeing lots of smiling faces and just a pleasant crew, so far, now it could change I know, but so far so good. :D The ship is gorgeous, 1st time on a Freedom class so I can only compare to Voyager class but everything is in "ship" top shape:D The X-mas decor is down tho:( There is a live band out playing right now by the pool but I dont know their name yet, I will find out. I will try and post a couple pics before we leave... Chops tonight so Ill let you know about that, I read some bad service reviews lately, so we'll se if they have straightened them out. TTYL.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldgirl2 Posted January 7, 2013 #2 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Awesome! Have a great time!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuckiStac13*Majesty* Posted January 7, 2013 #3 Share Posted January 7, 2013 That is GREAT! I can't wait to see the ship...stepping foot on it at first is an amazing feeling. Glad you're having a good time, have fun!! Let me know if the band is a true Caribbean band, or some other type...thanks :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gambee Posted January 7, 2013 #4 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Have fun on your cruise :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bandit236 Posted January 7, 2013 #5 Share Posted January 7, 2013 We'll be going on the Indy March 16th and I can not wait to hear all about your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papaflamingo Posted January 7, 2013 #6 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Just got off Freedom yesterday....miss it already. We were across the pier in St. Maarten from Independence. It's beautiful. Have a great cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wh0amelli Posted January 7, 2013 #7 Share Posted January 7, 2013 OH! I am so relieved to hear these good things so far. We are sailing upon your return on Sunday and all of these bad reviews are a bummer. Enjoy your cruise, hope you have a great time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyler80 Posted January 7, 2013 #8 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Have a wonderful cruise! Post many photos! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Viking Posted January 7, 2013 #9 Share Posted January 7, 2013 We are also on Indy. Staff seems so far to be as friendly and helpfull as on other ships. Has our luggage by 1:20. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toddcan Posted January 7, 2013 #10 Share Posted January 7, 2013 The band is probably "RockTheBoat Rocks" They are on the Indy until end of Jan. They have been on Indy for a while according to their website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirkNC Posted January 7, 2013 #11 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Bon Voyage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
booze brothers Posted January 7, 2013 #12 Share Posted January 7, 2013 We are also on Indy. Staff seems so far to be as friendly and helpfull as on other ships. Has our luggage by 1:20. Any chance you are in a suite or D+? My brother and wife are on that sailing. Would love to have a stranger walk up to them and say hi. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mojitodiva Posted January 7, 2013 #13 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Enjoy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules71 Posted January 7, 2013 #14 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Can't wait to hear more. Have a wonderful cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Realtor at Sea Posted January 7, 2013 #15 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Boarding on the 19th. Can hardly wait to hear all you have to report! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phabric Posted January 7, 2013 #16 Share Posted January 7, 2013 We will be on her March 16 on a 8 dayer. Can you tell me about Chops? Booked Chops for the first time. What day is formal night? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powabc Posted January 7, 2013 #17 Share Posted January 7, 2013 I am on her 4th may first full cruise back in europe after dry dock cant wait. Have seen the band rock the boat on last cruise not 2 bad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare whitshel Posted January 7, 2013 Author #18 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Ok here are a few pics. Pier 29 about 2pm Pier 29 about noon--Not too bad.. We are sailing here in about 10 minutes, thank you all for the well wishes and I will do my best to post along the way... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare whitshel Posted January 7, 2013 Author #19 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Oh, the compass says the Caribbean band is "Extra band" does that sound right? Rock the boat is onboard as well.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
setsail Posted January 7, 2013 #20 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Enjoy your cruise. If you will be in CCKAY here she is:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuckiStac13*Majesty* Posted January 7, 2013 #21 Share Posted January 7, 2013 The band is probably "RockTheBoat Rocks" They are on the Indy until end of Jan. They have been on Indy for a while according to their website Todd, that is not the Caribbean band--they are the British Rock band onboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuckiStac13*Majesty* Posted January 7, 2013 #22 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Oh, the compass says the Caribbean band is "Extra band" does that sound right? Rock the boat is onboard as well.... Hi, I've never heard of that band...but I hope they're a true Carib band! I love reggae...let me know if you listen to them throughout the week and if they're actually a reggae band. Also, thanks for the pics, ship looks beautiful! Just watched you guys sail out...hope you have great weather and smooth sailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ocean Boy Posted January 7, 2013 #23 Share Posted January 7, 2013 That is GREAT! I can't wait to see the ship...stepping foot on it at first is an amazing feeling. Glad you're having a good time, have fun!! Let me know if the band is a true Caribbean band, or some other type...thanks :) I didn't realize that this is your first time on Indy coming up. It really is a beautiful ship. I am really getting excited to get back aboard. Now that the holidays are over, that is my next big thing to look forward to. You should have booked the 8 nighter!;):p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mousy56 Posted January 7, 2013 #24 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Are you on a 6 or 7 night cruise? I was just wondering how many formal night on a 6 night. We are on this ship Feb 24th for 6 nights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuckiStac13*Majesty* Posted January 7, 2013 #25 Share Posted January 7, 2013 I didn't realize that this is your first time on Indy coming up. It really is a beautiful ship. I am really getting excited to get back aboard. Now that the holidays are over, that is my next big thing to look forward to. You should have booked the 8 nighter!;):p Hey OB! Not only is it my first time on this ship...it's also my first time on anything larger than a Voyager Class....my fam and I were always "small ship" people. Can't wait to see Indy and roam her decks! I am getting so excited too! I know, I should have booked the 8 night...I would've been onboard with you. Are you packed yet? lol! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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