Rare mking8288 Posted January 2, 2017 #26 Share Posted January 2, 2017 Thanks for all the info. I called the hotel $244 per room we would need 4 rooms. Where do you get a coupon for the 25% ... So ... you are sailing with 9 others on the GEM this February. Here's the link - print that coupon first for use. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2431745&highlight=Gem+parking There are folks sailing this week - they should be reporting back whether this discount is in place still for 2017 at the pier, those that sailed last week confirmed it as valid ... even though it's no longer posted on the site. Please re-check the pier terminal's most current parking rate before sailing next month, just in case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJSailors Posted January 2, 2017 #27 Share Posted January 2, 2017 As has been mentioned....driving in from RI and parking at the pier seems the easiest and most comfortable plan for all of you. I am certain that you plan to give plenty of time to get into the City- variables affecting the trip would be traffic and weather conditions. Also, someone wrote good advice about having a shovel,ice scraper and brush/small broom to dig out your car and remove snow from it. Wishing you clear highways, no snow and an enjoyable cruise ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hothams Posted January 3, 2017 #28 Share Posted January 3, 2017 We just returned home this am. I bit the bullet and paid the 280 to park it really was easy, close, convenient, I actually started the car from the ship so it was nice and warm! Getting in and out was easy also. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhodeisland17 Posted January 3, 2017 Author #29 Share Posted January 3, 2017 Thanks so much for all the great input. Now if we could only predict the weather in February :-) I'm very excited! Sent from my SM-N900P using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hothams Posted January 3, 2017 #30 Share Posted January 3, 2017 Thanks so much for all the great input. Now if we could only predict the weather in February :-) I'm very excited! Sent from my SM-N900P using Forums mobile app Make sure you have warm clothes- I packed 4 days of warm clothes and could have used a few warmer sweatshirts and pants. You'll need to walk outside at times and it's so windy at sea plus the speed of the ship and the height of the ship where the buffet and pool are and it's chilly /cold for the first 1.5 and last 1.5 days.... Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackie101 Posted January 3, 2017 #31 Share Posted January 3, 2017 Mkmaj does the Hilton Garden shuttle to the Manhattan pier? I had wanted to do that but I didn't know it was an option. I'm definitely going to look into that. Sent from my SM-N900P using Forums mobile app we got off breakaway today and did the Hilton Garden with 7 of us. We purchased 1 room with park/shuttle deal and 1 regular room and it was no extra charge for the extra people Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhodeisland17 Posted January 3, 2017 Author #32 Share Posted January 3, 2017 Thanks for the tip on the warm clothes! Sent from my SM-N900P using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil80041 Posted January 3, 2017 #33 Share Posted January 3, 2017 we got off breakaway today and did the Hilton Garden with 7 of us. We purchased 1 room with park/shuttle deal and 1 regular room and it was no extra charge for the extra people So how long did it take to catch the shuttle back at end of cruise? Did you wait long? Or was there a que of everyone waiting till everyone on the package was there and all left at once? Want to go in night before out 2/26 cruise but seems nowhere in Manhatten does a pre stay and park package so this may be only option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cv322 Posted January 3, 2017 #34 Share Posted January 3, 2017 Thanks everyone. I believe a good option for us is the Park Right parking. I noticed that the parking at the port doesn't take reservations and it's a first come first serve. :) I've parked at the pier maybe 40 or so times & trust me it's worth it. First of all, these parking decks are HUGE...and if they ever DO get filled up (it has only happened to me once) ...then they'll direct you to the parking deck next door - ie, instead of parking at pier 88 you'd park at pier 90. There's nothing like the convenience of disembarking your ship & going through customs & taking the elevator back upstairs, getting in your car & going! There are porters in the luggage claim area who will collect everyone's luggage & follow you back upstairs to your car. If anyone in your party is in a wheelchair, the wheelchair pusher will push all the way up to your car....it's very well worth it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cv322 Posted January 3, 2017 #35 Share Posted January 3, 2017 We just returned home this am. I bit the bullet and paid the 280 to park it really was easy, close, convenient, I actually started the car from the ship so it was nice and warm! Getting in and out was easy also. Sent from my iPhone using Forums LOLL - I also remote start my car from my balcony!! :D;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusin6 Posted January 3, 2017 #36 Share Posted January 3, 2017 10 pax? Some in their 80's? There is only one place for you to park and that is the port!!! Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tumblew467 Posted January 31, 2017 #37 Share Posted January 31, 2017 I figured I would post this here. We have someone who has a collapsible wheelchair . Can we bring it thru the port and onto the ship. Will they allow you to take it on board the Gem. Or do we have to make arrangements to get a wheelchair thru the ship? thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DinaS Posted January 31, 2017 #38 Share Posted January 31, 2017 Thanks everyone. I believe a good option for us is the Park Right parking. I noticed that the parking at the port doesn't take reservations and it's a first come first serve. :) We used Park Right - I was dropped off at the pier with the luggage, and someone went to drop the car off. He walked back, but they will also drive you back if you want. (Its about a 10 minute walk or a few minute cab ride.) On your return, one person can grab a cab to the garage (they reimburse you $5 if you take a cab - get a receipt) and everyone else can just wait in the warmth of the terminal with the luggage. Then when the car gets there - they can call you and you can meet them outside. It was perfect for us and a lot less expensive than parking right at the pier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dad son team Posted January 31, 2017 #39 Share Posted January 31, 2017 A couple months ago I was driving by the pier and I noticed a packing lot across the street, maybe 57th or 58th st? that had discounted parking advertised cheaper than the pier. You can drop everyone off, circle back around to this lot, and walk across the street to the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhodeisland17 Posted March 1, 2017 Author #40 Share Posted March 1, 2017 We parked at the pier. It was very easy to get there from Rhode Island. We had a coupon for $100 off which was great. Thanks to the woman who posted it on this site! Sent from my SM-N900P using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esm54687 Posted March 1, 2017 #41 Share Posted March 1, 2017 We parked at the pier. It was very easy to get there from Rhode Island. We had a coupon for $100 off which was great. Thanks to the woman who posted it on this site! Sent from my SM-N900P using Forums mobile app $100 off? Would you have that link??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhodeisland17 Posted March 4, 2017 Author #42 Share Posted March 4, 2017 I will find it. Someone posted it about a month ago. She actually posted the coupon. When are you leaving? Sent from my SM-N900P using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeltaOne Posted March 4, 2017 #43 Share Posted March 4, 2017 I believe the coupon for parking at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal was on their web site: https://www.nycruise.com/manhattan-terminal/ I just checked...there's no coupon there now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare shof515 Posted March 4, 2017 #44 Share Posted March 4, 2017 this coupon is only valid for the Norwegian Gem: https://www.nycruise.com/content/uploads/2016/05/AM-3782-MCT_ParkingSummer2016-FINAL-1.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhodeisland17 Posted March 4, 2017 Author #45 Share Posted March 4, 2017 Okay I can't copy this in the tread but if you go to the Norwegian gem Feb 17th tread and search for the post number 148 you'll see it. I was able to print it and use it. It is for the Gem only I believe and even though it says summer they allowed me to use it. Sent from my SM-N900P using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhodeisland17 Posted March 5, 2017 Author #46 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Sent from my SM-N900P using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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