Rare LMaxwell Posted August 26, 2017 #26 Share Posted August 26, 2017 I don't know how you can say that. No one knows what it will be like yet Port's closed. Of course at this point contingencies should be known. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted August 26, 2017 #27 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Wonder where she is heading? I just read online that the port of Galveston will not re-open until Tuesday, so it looks like two more sea days. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Probably the safest and best option since being able to fly/drive back home is a big consideration. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riclop Posted August 26, 2017 #28 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Just curious as the cruise ship tracker shows the ship is still in Cozumel. Any news from those on board? Thanks They are spending the night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauraodonnell86 Posted August 26, 2017 #29 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Following along!! Safe travels and enjoy your extra days at sea if you get them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spurschick Posted August 26, 2017 #30 Share Posted August 26, 2017 I don't know how you can say that. No one knows what it will be like yet In case I'm missing something today is Friday. Tomorrow is Saturday whereby most of the next cruise passengers would probably under normal circumstances be making their way to Houston / Galveston area. By saying it s okay not to make an update until Saturday means that if there are any changes to be made they are not giving the customer any room for change. They are asking those that drive down to drive into a potentially deadly situation whilst rescue teams and emergency responders try to head into these affected areas. Also by not advising people on board they are diminishing their opportunities to change their travel plans back out especially if flying. If they can't get into port until Tuesday tell them now so they can try to get alternative arrangements made. You state no one will know what it's like at this stage - it's a Hurricane and a very strong one at that. The enormity of it is not unexpected. You may be okay with having your plans changed by last minute decisions, but I feel for all those that have been trying to switch to other sailings etc to try to salvage what they can, whilst those on board have little idea of what will happen over the next few days. My thoughts are with all those affected by Harvey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonbgd Posted August 26, 2017 #31 Share Posted August 26, 2017 This is a CAT 4 Hurricane hitting Texas The Harbor Master has told all the Pilots the Port of Galveston is closed for all inbound traffic till Tuesday RCCL are you trying to tell all the cruisers you have another way of docking in Galveston Sunday am REALLLLLLLLLLY? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Croozengal Posted August 26, 2017 #32 Share Posted August 26, 2017 This is a CAT 4 Hurricane hitting Texas The Harbor Master has told all the Pilots the Port of Galveston is closed for all inbound traffic till Tuesday RCCL are you trying to tell all the cruisers you have another way of docking in Galveston Sunday am REALLLLLLLLLLY? They are still anchored off Cozumel for now. Playing it safe. [emoji1360] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdthird Posted August 26, 2017 #33 Share Posted August 26, 2017 A year ago we did a 2 week B2B aboard the Liberty and our car was sitting parked on the dock waiting for us. A couple of extra days on the cruise would not be bad for us (retired), but would our car still be there when we got back?? Come on Royal...let people know what's what! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUISEFAN0001 Posted August 26, 2017 #34 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Very glad to hear that all those ships are safe. But it also reminds us why we never book a Caribbean cruise during hurricane season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelbuddies Posted August 26, 2017 #35 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Galveston Weather Alert Updates are on RCCL Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBFURR Posted August 26, 2017 #36 Share Posted August 26, 2017 In case I'm missing something today is Friday. Tomorrow is Saturday whereby most of the next cruise passengers would probably under normal circumstances be making their way to Houston / Galveston area. By saying it s okay not to make an update until Saturday means that if there are any changes to be made they are not giving the customer any room for change. They are asking those that drive down to drive into a potentially deadly situation whilst rescue teams and emergency responders try to head into these affected areas. Also by not advising people on board they are diminishing their opportunities to change their travel plans back out especially if flying. If they can't get into port until Tuesday tell them now so they can try to get alternative arrangements made. You state no one will know what it's like at this stage - it's a Hurricane and a very strong one at that. The enormity of it is not unexpected. You may be okay with having your plans changed by last minute decisions, but I feel for all those that have been trying to switch to other sailings etc to try to salvage what they can, whilst those on board have little idea of what will happen over the next few days. My thoughts are with all those affected by Harvey. Thank you. As one of those affected by the Sunday indecision you captured it perfectly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
packedandready Posted August 26, 2017 #37 Share Posted August 26, 2017 We're on Liberty now. Left Cozumel on time. Captain is still saying we'll likely make it to port but kind of as an afterthought adds "if the port is open". Folks seem convinced everything is normal. I'm hopeful but not convinced. Wouldn't mind a few extra days (retired) but worried about vehicle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinfanatic Posted August 26, 2017 #38 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Royal thinks they will make more money by going out to sea. They can open the casinos, and the shops. But they are NOT going back to Galveston until Tues, and the passengers should be told, also the next cruise passengers. This is NOT right or fair to all passengers. I feel that this is very bad management. And your suggestion what should be done? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinfanatic Posted August 26, 2017 #39 Share Posted August 26, 2017 In case I'm missing something today is Friday. Tomorrow is Saturday whereby most of the next cruise passengers would probably under normal circumstances be making their way to Houston / Galveston area. By saying it s okay not to make an update until Saturday means that if there are any changes to be made they are not giving the customer any room for change. They are asking those that drive down to drive into a potentially deadly situation whilst rescue teams and emergency responders try to head into these affected areas. Also by not advising people on board they are diminishing their opportunities to change their travel plans back out especially if flying. If they can't get into port until Tuesday tell them now so they can try to get alternative arrangements made. You state no one will know what it's like at this stage - it's a Hurricane and a very strong one at that. The enormity of it is not unexpected. You may be okay with having your plans changed by last minute decisions, but I feel for all those that have been trying to switch to other sailings etc to try to salvage what they can, whilst those on board have little idea of what will happen over the next few days. My thoughts are with all those affected by Harvey. If they made a decision and then had to change it, they'd be criticized for that too. Probably by you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suzyluvs2cruise Posted August 26, 2017 #40 Share Posted August 26, 2017 We're on Liberty now. Left Cozumel on time. Captain is still saying we'll likely make it to port but kind of as an afterthought adds "if the port is open". Folks seem convinced everything is normal. I'm hopeful but not convinced. Wouldn't mind a few extra days (retired) but worried about vehicle. From the Port of Galveston website this a.m. http://www.portofgalveston.com/AlertCenter.aspx?AID=INFORMATION-REGARDING-CRUISES-AND-PARKIN-23 LATEST UPDATE: August 26, 2017 10:31 AMPARKING UPDATE: The Port of Galveston Parking Lots are NOT flooded. However, access roads to the parking lots are flooded thus it is not possible to retrieve vehicles from the lots at this time. For additional information please call 409-766-6169. Galveston SeaWall webcam http://www.galveston.com/seawallvideocam/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DISFANS3 Posted August 26, 2017 #41 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Safe travel to all.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBFURR Posted August 26, 2017 #42 Share Posted August 26, 2017 If they made a decision and then had to change it, they'd be criticized for that too. Probably by you If they made the decision that Carnival made - you can wait and come to Galveston when we can dock and take a shorter cruise, or you can opt out of travel in these conditions and get a credit - I don't think they would get any criticism. As it is, saying that all is on schedule and then possibly have to back off that leaving travelers stranded in limbo presents much more exposure to criticism. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare APDMOM Posted August 26, 2017 #43 Share Posted August 26, 2017 And your suggestion what should be done? Good question! [emoji846] I'm waiting to see their suggestion too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spurschick Posted August 26, 2017 #44 Share Posted August 26, 2017 If they made a decision and then had to change it, they'd be criticized for that too. Probably by you Why would they change the decision? People want definitive answers not wishy washy maybe situations filled with uncertainty. That's the point of decision making. You decide what will happen and then you stick to it. Even if the decision is erring on the side of caution. If they said next cruise delayed to Tuesday then the decision is made. At least people know what they are working with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruising maniac Posted August 26, 2017 #45 Share Posted August 26, 2017 The situation is fluid. Very hard to made decisions without sufficient information. Both for the cruise lines and for the travelers. As difficult as it is, everyone just as to be patient for a little while. And safety is first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUISEFAN0001 Posted August 26, 2017 #46 Share Posted August 26, 2017 The situation is fluid. Very hard to made decisions without sufficient information. Both for the cruise lines and for the travelers. As difficult as it is, everyone just as to be patient for a little while. And safety is first. Bravo to that post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pspercy Posted August 26, 2017 #47 Share Posted August 26, 2017 https://twitter.com/JamesVanFleet Chief Meteorologist for Royal Caribbean Int. / Celebrity Cruises. Meeting 1pm (presumably Eastern) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HicksRA Posted August 26, 2017 #48 Share Posted August 26, 2017 This just in from Port of Galveston: PORT CONDITION remains at Zulu. If there is a lull in the storm the Captain of the Port MAY allow for inbound cruise vessels however there is no guarentee. Saftey of passengers is a rpiority. Please contact your cruise line for additional information Royal Caribbean International: 1-800-764-7419 Carnival Cruise Line: 1-800-256-6649. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevdad Posted August 26, 2017 #49 Share Posted August 26, 2017 This just in from Port of Galveston:PORT CONDITION remains at Zulu. If there is a lull in the storm the Captain of the Port MAY allow for inbound cruise vessels however there is no guarentee. Saftey of passengers is a rpiority. Please contact your cruise line for additional information Royal Caribbean International: 1-800-764-7419 Carnival Cruise Line: 1-800-256-6649. If it did open for a while would all the folks disembarking have transportation to get wherever they were going (and would it be safe?) or would they simply be stranded at the port? In any case, it's hard to image they could gather all the necessary employees at the port on short notice for disembarkation/embarkation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinfanatic Posted August 26, 2017 #50 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Why would they change the decision? People want definitive answers not wishy washy maybe situations filled with uncertainty. That's the point of decision making. You decide what will happen and then you stick to it. Even if the decision is erring on the side of caution. If they said next cruise delayed to Tuesday then the decision is made. At least people know what they are working with. You should definitely be in charge. You obviously know when the storm will pass and the port will be able to accept ships again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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