iloverags2 Posted September 23, 2016 #1 Share Posted September 23, 2016 Hey all! For anyone who has sailed out of Jacksonville (whether Elation or Fascination), how long does it take to sail out of the port, down the river, and to the ocean? Just trying to plan departure day and where to be on the ship (and when!). :) Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The4Cruisers Posted September 24, 2016 #2 Share Posted September 24, 2016 (edited) Wow, that's a good question. I want to say it's about a 90 minute cruise from the port to the ocean. Just a guess though as I've never really timed it. We've sailed out of Jax several times and I think we've had to leave our viewing position on the Sports deck to get ready for 6PM dinner before reaching the ocean. Edited September 24, 2016 by The4Cruisers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tapi Posted September 24, 2016 #3 Share Posted September 24, 2016 I don't recall it being too long. Maybe about an hour Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mishka422 Posted September 24, 2016 #4 Share Posted September 24, 2016 I remember it being a little over an hour. We haven't ever stayed out until we hit open ocean because we went in to get ready for dinner Sent from my SM-G925V using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Essiesmom Posted September 24, 2016 #5 Share Posted September 24, 2016 Just make sure you are on deck immediately after the muster drill. They sail under the Dames Point Bridge is not to be missed, maybe 15-20 min. after you leave the dock. Be as high up as you can get. EM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwjax Posted September 24, 2016 #6 Share Posted September 24, 2016 (edited) Hey all! For anyone who has sailed out of Jacksonville (whether Elation or Fascination), how long does it take to sail out of the port, down the river, and to the ocean? Just trying to plan departure day and where to be on the ship (and when!). :) Thanks! As everyone above has posted, 45 mins (rare), 70-90 mins most of the time. And you are correct, down the river is the right term! The St. Johns River flows North from Central/South Florida to Mayport:) If you want to watch sail away, and the under the bridge excitement, then try to be on an open deck, aft or forward around 4:20-5:15pm, depending on sailing time. If you like the scenic experience along the river, stay on an open deck until you reach the N. Jetty Park, Huguenot Park. (5:30pm or so) After that, nothing else to see but channel markers.:) Early Dining, Music and the Casino opening are next up...:D Edited September 24, 2016 by jwjax Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iloverags2 Posted September 24, 2016 Author #7 Share Posted September 24, 2016 Thank you for the responses everyone! This helps tremendously. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The4Cruisers Posted September 24, 2016 #8 Share Posted September 24, 2016 (edited) Lots of neat things to see as you cruise along the river. We REALLY like the riverfront homes, especially the ones with the infinity pools. Keep an eye out for the small vehicle ferry too. Edited September 24, 2016 by The4Cruisers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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