macruisefan Posted August 27, 2013 #1 Share Posted August 27, 2013 That's right, I'm committing the ultimate act of heresy according to Cruise Critic.... I'M FLYING IN THE MORNING OF MY CRUISE!!!!! Of course, I'm flying from Orlando to Ft. Lauderdale. If there's any issue, I'll just rent a car and drive down. But nonetheless, I have prepared myself for the onslaught of condemnation that this act must receive.... Truth be told, I was flying into Ft. Lauderdale on Friday, but decided to go to Orlando instead to catch up with a friend. I was going to just drive down Saturday morning. But I can get a flight for $35! Commence your condemnation now...:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare NorbertsNiece Posted August 27, 2013 #2 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Nah. I'll pass. Thanks for the offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 27, 2013 #3 Share Posted August 27, 2013 I'm appalled beyond words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChipLondon Posted August 27, 2013 #4 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Drama Queen :D Commence your condemnation now...:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petel Posted August 27, 2013 #5 Share Posted August 27, 2013 That's right, I'm committing the ultimate act of heresy according to Cruise Critic.... I'M FLYING IN THE MORNING OF MY CRUISE!!!!! Of course, I'm flying from Orlando to Ft. Lauderdale. If there's any issue, I'll just rent a car and drive down. But nonetheless, I have prepared myself for the onslaught of condemnation that this act must receive.... Truth be told, I was flying into Ft. Lauderdale on Friday, but decided to go to Orlando instead to catch up with a friend. I was going to just drive down Saturday morning. But I can get a flight for $35! Commence your condemnation now...:o If you saving money and can still rent a car and make it - what's the harm? Always have a plan. :cool: hehehe.....our first TA we left Houston, TX and boarded the ship from Venice, Italy the morning of the cruise! Now that was crazy!!! Never again. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keishashadow Posted August 27, 2013 #6 Share Posted August 27, 2013 OP - bad cruiser! what were you thinking? ;) I'll be in the same boat (er plane) in April...a NS out of PIT arriving @ 9:40 a.m. TI in hand, not planning on losing any sleep worrying since RCCL rep told me they recommend booking airfare into FLL up to three hours pre-departure time. Work has a bad habit of getting in the way of vacations darn it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin MarcnFran Posted August 27, 2013 #7 Share Posted August 27, 2013 That's the worst flight ever. There isn't enough time for them to give out the bags of peanuts. :(;) Marc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hannibal54 Posted August 27, 2013 #8 Share Posted August 27, 2013 It is not like flying out out of the midwest during the middle of winter the day of your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
novicetraveller Posted August 27, 2013 #9 Share Posted August 27, 2013 You do know you will have to spend a week in the ships jail for that crime.... don't you? :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hannibal54 Posted August 27, 2013 #10 Share Posted August 27, 2013 I'm appalled beyond words. Bob, I am always appauled. Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandma Dazzles Posted August 27, 2013 #11 Share Posted August 27, 2013 That's right, I'm committing the ultimate act of heresy according to Cruise Critic.... I'M FLYING IN THE MORNING OF MY CRUISE!!!!! Of course, I'm flying from Orlando to Ft. Lauderdale. If there's any issue, I'll just rent a car and drive down. But nonetheless, I have prepared myself for the onslaught of condemnation that this act must receive.... Truth be told, I was flying into Ft. Lauderdale on Friday, but decided to go to Orlando instead to catch up with a friend. I was going to just drive down Saturday morning. But I can get a flight for $35! Commence your condemnation now...:o Wouldn't dream of raining on your parade! However, had to relay a story for you. Several years ago our flight to Miami from O'Hare was delayed because of heavy thunderstorms in Miami. Pilot circled around and finally said he was returning to Orlando to take on more fuel and would wait there. At that time, like many on board (especially the women), my immediate thought was I hope he knows how much gas he has! Didn't like to be told when we were in the air that we were low on fuel! We landed in Orlando and were on the ground for a few hours. Our cruise was the following day, so it was an inconvenience, not a problem. However, several passengers were due to sail that afternoon. They wanted to drive, but the airline would not pull their bags from the aircraft. Even when we re-boarded we sat on the plane for a long time. We finally left and the passengers did make their cruise as far as I know, but it had to be very close. So, I know you were joking to a certain extent, but be careful what you wish for! Mother nature can spoil the best of plans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 27, 2013 #12 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Bob, I am always appauled. Paul Good one!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seaworthy01 Posted August 27, 2013 #13 Share Posted August 27, 2013 The worst that can happen other than Mother Nature is that your flight gets canceled you head to the rental car area to find all of the cars are reserved and there are no rentals to be had. Always fly the day before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beeeeeford Posted August 27, 2013 #14 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Don't worry...you'll be fine. I got reamed when I posted a thread about arriving day of my cruise. I evidently made the worst cruise critic faux pas ever. Not only am I arriving the day of the cruise, I arrive in the afternoon, have a connecting flight and am flying from the midwest to Puerto Rico. At least it's not in the winter! LOL. Oh...and I have NO INSURANCE! Talked about ruffled feathers. Everyone and their DD or (DH) told me all the horror stories and scolded me for not flying in the day before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macruisefan Posted August 27, 2013 Author #15 Share Posted August 27, 2013 you head to the rental car area to find all of the cars are reserved and there are no rentals to be had. Yeah, that'll be the day. NO rental cars to be had in ORLANDO. Frankly, I'm a little more concerned about globalthermonuclear war.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superduper123 Posted August 27, 2013 #16 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Don't worry...you'll be fine. I got reamed when I posted a thread about arriving day of my cruise. I evidently made the worst cruise critic faux pas ever. Not only am I arriving the day of the cruise, I arrive in the afternoon, have a connecting flight and am flying from the midwest to Puerto Rico. At least it's not in the winter! LOL. Oh...and I have NO INSURANCE! Talked about ruffled feathers. Everyone and their DD or (DH) told me all the horror stories and scolded me for not flying in the day before. Love this! :) I frequently fly in day of. :eek::D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lionesss Posted August 27, 2013 #17 Share Posted August 27, 2013 I think what we have here is false representation of facts, but it did catch my attention..........:eek: Safe travels. Sea Ya:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solorizor Posted August 27, 2013 #18 Share Posted August 27, 2013 My package deal gets me in the day of the cruise :( Sent using the Cruise Critic forums app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curiouscat Posted August 27, 2013 #19 Share Posted August 27, 2013 My package deal gets me in the day of the cruise :( Sent using the Cruise Critic forums app From Ireland ? :eek: CC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneputt18 Posted August 27, 2013 #20 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Yeah, that'll be the day. NO rental cars to be had in ORLANDO. Frankly, I'm a little more concerned about globalthermonuclear war.... How about a nice game of chess? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macruisefan Posted August 27, 2013 Author #21 Share Posted August 27, 2013 From Ireland ? :eek: CC It's the MSC Orchestra. It's sailing out of Italy and France. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macruisefan Posted August 27, 2013 Author #22 Share Posted August 27, 2013 How about a nice game of chess? I prefer tic-tac-toe.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfcathorse Posted August 27, 2013 #23 Share Posted August 27, 2013 I just booked airfare into Newark the day of sailing for EX....I know better....hoping Michigan's winter weather is calm the beginning of April...besides, the money I save by not getting a hotel the night before will pay for transportation for 2 to and from the port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwinPrincessMermaids Posted August 27, 2013 #24 Share Posted August 27, 2013 The only flaming from over here is from my red hot jealousy. Want to be a FL resident majorly... I'm always amazed when I realize that people actually live there, and in Orlando too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curiouscat Posted August 27, 2013 #25 Share Posted August 27, 2013 It's the MSC Orchestra. It's sailing out of Italy and France. Phew..thanks for clearing that up... That shouldn't be too bad if the Italians or French don't strike:p CC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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