MR TIME Posted August 8, 2017 #1 Share Posted August 8, 2017 When we left FLL on 8/6 on the Allure, we were told we had speed problems and port visits would be shortened. We left Nassau at 1:30 instead of the usual time. Don't know what the problem is but life is good. Mr Time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 8, 2017 #2 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Are they planning to reduce the time spent in every port? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pitcruiser Posted August 8, 2017 #3 Share Posted August 8, 2017 When we were on the end of July we sailed a couple hours late first day, and returned to Port Everglades very early (12:30am) where a crane and workers were waiting. Our time in ports was not affected. We were told by staff that they had been having problems with one of the propulsors and that the next sailing would be delayed until midnight while they worked on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaToMany Posted August 8, 2017 #4 Share Posted August 8, 2017 This is a bummer! We sail on Allure this Sunday, 8/13! Sure hoping they are able to sort it out. It's our very first cruise, and I'm hoping for a great time! Of course, we are pretty good at making our own fun, so I don't think it'll be a problem... Could this be the azipod issue I asked about last week, perhaps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reallyitsmema Posted August 8, 2017 #5 Share Posted August 8, 2017 When we left FLL on 8/6 on the Allure, we were told we had speed problems and port visits would be shortened. We left Nassau at 1:30 instead of the usual time. Don't know what the problem is but life is good.Mr Time Wasn't your port time in Nassua only 7am to 2:30 to begin with? That is only an hour early departure. What have been the port changes at other ports? Are they working on the problem or waiting on parts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachammo Posted August 8, 2017 #6 Share Posted August 8, 2017 They got 33 days to fix it....[emoji41] Sent from my VS995 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
setsail Posted August 8, 2017 #7 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Don't you just love these drama headlines on cc.:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aniefets Posted August 8, 2017 #8 Share Posted August 8, 2017 When we were on the end of July we sailed a couple hours late first day, and returned to Port Everglades very early (12:30am) where a crane and workers were waiting. Our time in ports was not affected. We were told by staff that they had been having problems with one of the propulsors and that the next sailing would be delayed until midnight while they worked on it. I was on the next sailing (last week)! We were suppose to leave at midnight after maintenance, but after muster the captain said they were able to complete the maintenance and we left ontime. Sounds like they didn't really fix it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tOSUSteve Posted August 8, 2017 #9 Share Posted August 8, 2017 They got 33 days to fix it....[emoji41] Sent from my VS995 using Tapatalk No kidding!! I posted same thing on our roll call :D I won't get too nervous until I keep seeing these type of posts a week before our sailing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Grumpus Posted August 8, 2017 #10 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Ugh!:rolleyes: Thanks for the report, MR TIME. Any additional info about this you that can pass along throughout the week is much appreciated! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbussert Posted August 8, 2017 #11 Share Posted August 8, 2017 They got 33 days to fix it....[emoji41] Sent from my VS995 using Tapatalk Actually 26 :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NouCruzer Posted August 8, 2017 #12 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Don't you just love these drama headlines on cc.:rolleyes: This just in!! RCI has re-fitted Allure with a set of sea crutches until the azipod is repaired. While she can't hobble to Labadee under full steam yet, the good news is that she'll be able to dock at the handicap spot on arrival. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dagunny Posted August 9, 2017 #13 Share Posted August 9, 2017 This just in!! RCI has re-fitted Allure with a set of sea crutches until the azipod is repaired. While she can't hobble to Labadee under full steam yet, the good news is that she'll be able to dock at the handicap spot on arrival. Har Har! Good one! Seriously, we go on the 27th - any update or do we all have to bring a bag of rubber bands to wind her up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Dawg Posted August 9, 2017 #14 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Har Har!Good one! Seriously, we go on the 27th - any update or do we all have to bring a bag of rubber bands to wind her up? 8/20 for us, like to know as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexmom Posted August 9, 2017 #15 Share Posted August 9, 2017 This just in!! RCI has re-fitted Allure with a set of sea crutches until the azipod is repaired. While she can't hobble to Labadee under full steam yet, the good news is that she'll be able to dock at the handicap spot on arrival. ROTFLMAO ! Good one ! I sail Allure September 10th but I'm not too worried, especially if it gives me an extra day at sea ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lpanjabi Posted August 9, 2017 #16 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Hello cruisers! :cool: So I live in Nassau, Bahamas, and Allure was just here on Monday August 7. The inside news is that there is an engine down right now, so the ship will be leaving its visiting ports an hour early to make up the time getting to the next port. They left Nassau an hour early on Monday, and their next port, St.Thomas they said will be cut down an hour as well. Not sure if that will also apply to the St.Kitts visit but apparently it will continue like this till next year when they go to dry dock and solve the engine issue. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grandgeezer Posted August 9, 2017 #17 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Hello cruisers! :cool: So I live in Nassau, Bahamas, and Allure was just here on Monday August 7. The inside news is that there is an engine down right now, so the ship will be leaving its visiting ports an hour early to make up the time getting to the next port. They left Nassau an hour early on Monday, and their next port, St.Thomas they said will be cut down an hour as well. Not sure if that will also apply to the St.Kitts visit but apparently it will continue like this till next year when they go to dry dock and solve the engine issue. Hope this helps. It must be an unscheduled dry dock as we sailed on it, back from it's last dry dock 2-3 years ago. Normally they go in every five years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lpanjabi Posted August 9, 2017 #18 Share Posted August 9, 2017 It must be an unscheduled dry dock as we sailed on it, back from it's last dry dock 2-3 years ago. Normally they go in every five years. Probably so. Someone who works on the ship told us that they will likely be doing dry dock early next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaumD Posted August 9, 2017 #19 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Not a lot of drydocks that can handle a ship the size of Allure. Don't know if the one in Grand Bahamas (Which RCCL has an ownership interest) is large enough. She may need to go to Europe. Maybe someone with more knowledge on this can pipe in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reallyitsmema Posted August 9, 2017 #20 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Not a lot of drydocks that can handle a ship the size of Allure. Don't know if the one in Grand Bahamas (Which RCCL has an ownership interest) is large enough. She may need to go to Europe. Maybe someone with more knowledge on this can pipe in. The last time this happened, they were able to make the repairs by building a cofferdam so the ship didn't have to go to Europe. The videos of it were neat to watch. Edit: Here is the video: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
setsail Posted August 9, 2017 #21 Share Posted August 9, 2017 The last time this happened, they were able to make the repairs by building a cofferdam so the ship didn't have to go to Europe. The videos of it were neat to watch. Edit: Here is the video: So do you know exactly what the problem is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reallyitsmema Posted August 9, 2017 #22 Share Posted August 9, 2017 So do you know exactly what the problem is? Nope, do you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Grumpus Posted August 9, 2017 #23 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Nope, do you? Wasn't it a bearing on one of the azipods last time? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reallyitsmema Posted August 9, 2017 #24 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Wasn't it a bearing on one of the azipods last time? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Yes, and the poster with the "inside" information says it is an "engine down", whatever that means. I was just posting the video that shows the ship can be repaired on this side of the pond, if it actually has a similar problem, as the poster I quoted mentioned it might need to go to Europe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
setsail Posted August 9, 2017 #25 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Nope, do you? No, I don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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