Dan-P Posted September 8, 2017 #26 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Along for the ride. Good luck getting to the ship and have a good time. We are to board the Adventure when your sailing ends (16-Sep). Dan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ResearchObsessed Posted September 8, 2017 Author #27 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Alrighty, landed in Charlotte and spoke to a customer service rep. As of right now, 3 hours before we board the flight is a go. The rep did ask why the heck I am trying to get to San Juan. Had to explain I have to try! Didn't sleep one wink on the plane, so feeling pretty tired since we have been up all night. I am thinking breakfast and a drink are I order. Now, coffee or something a little stiffer...? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjgep0316 Posted September 8, 2017 #28 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Great news...time for some Stahhhhbucks. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suesnake2002 Posted September 8, 2017 #29 Share Posted September 8, 2017 May i suggest an irish coffee. Makes wide awake drunks lol. Best of luck to you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BillOh Posted September 8, 2017 #30 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Alrighty, landed in Charlotte and spoke to a customer service rep. As of right now, 3 hours before we board the flight is a go. The rep did ask why the heck I am trying to get to San Juan. Had to explain I have to try! Didn't sleep one wink on the plane, so feeling pretty tired since we have been up all night. I am thinking breakfast and a drink are I order. Now, coffee or something a little stiffer...? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I may have missed it, but did you check with your hotel? To help keep you motivated, here is a picture from last May. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guinnessirish Posted September 8, 2017 #31 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Good luck on your trip. I just booked AOS in May and have been very interested in seeing how she is doing through all this. Love to know how you like the ship. Also love your screen name as I can relate in being research obsessed as well. Sent from my SM-G950U using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ResearchObsessed Posted September 8, 2017 Author #32 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Flight is still scheduled! Finding a new hotel since ours said they weren't in service was a huge pain. Only major chains it seems are functioning, or really expensive resorts. Finally ended up with Marriott. We really wanted to be in Old San Juan, but no big deal. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouhunter Posted September 8, 2017 #33 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Flight is still scheduled! Finding a new hotel since ours said they weren't in service was a huge pain. Only major chains it seems are functioning, or really expensive resorts. Finally ended up with Marriott. We really wanted to be in Old San Juan, but no big deal. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk We usually uber to OSJ and ride the bus back to Condado. Glad to see it looks like you should make it :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ResearchObsessed Posted September 8, 2017 Author #34 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Sitting on plane now. Captain announced that we will be waiting for about 30 minutes to depart gate so we can "get in position". Cue nerves. Last vacation to Nepal we ended up waiting at the gate for three hours before getting evacuated off - the A380 had run over a truck on the tarmac. Luckily, did not think that is the case this time. Plus the captain speaks English, so that's nice. Gotta look on the bright side! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
accio_7 Posted September 8, 2017 #35 Share Posted September 8, 2017 I live in Tampa,Fl and fly out Saturday for Adventure 9/9, Miami airport maybe closed Friday due to evacuations and weather. Keeping my fingers crossed my flight does not get canceled. Looks like your cruise is still sailing as scheduled, but with some modifications: Adventure of the Seas: September 9 Southern Caribbean cruise We plan to operate this sailing as planned on Saturday. However, given the impact of Hurricane Irma in St. Maarten, we will be replacing this port with an overnight in Aruba. I hope your flight wasn't cancelled, you can track status of departures here in real-time. All the best to you and your family in Tampa! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
accio_7 Posted September 8, 2017 #36 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Sitting on plane now. Captain announced that we will be waiting for about 30 minutes to depart gate so we can "get in position". Cue nerves. Last vacation to Nepal we ended up waiting at the gate for three hours before getting evacuated off - the A380 had run over a truck on the tarmac. Luckily, did not think that is the case this time. Plus the captain speaks English, so that's nice. Gotta look on the bright side! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Safe flight and have a great time on your cruise! I am actually sailing on the same ship in December 2018 from Ft Lauderdale, slightly different itinerary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLE2CRUISE Posted September 8, 2017 #37 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Sitting on plane now. Captain announced that we will be waiting for about 30 minutes to depart gate so we can "get in position". Cue nerves. Last vacation to Nepal we ended up waiting at the gate for three hours before getting evacuated off - the A380 had run over a truck on the tarmac. Luckily, did not think that is the case this time. Plus the captain speaks English, so that's nice. Gotta look on the bright side! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Good luck out there and safe travels!! I'm so impressed with your tenacity!! You've earned a wonderful cruise! Lisa N. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILCruzr Posted September 8, 2017 #38 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Good luck getting to San Juan! I love it there and I am hoping Irma didn't devastate OSJ. Let us know how it looks when you get there. I am sailing on harmony in Jan which goes to SJ and St. Marteen, but I doubt we will be going to St. marteen. i love it there and was there last December. Such a great place and I pray they pick up the pieces, same with Barbuda. I wish cruiselines went there too. Have a great cruise! My parents went on AOS and they loved it. It is one of RCL's WOW ships! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremiah1212 Posted September 8, 2017 #39 Share Posted September 8, 2017 It looks like your flight was successful. You're in luck! Hopefully you have smooth sailing (figuratively and literally) from here on out. I've already got my eye on the 7nt FOS from San Juan doing the ABC's for 2/2019. Looking forward to hearing about your trip. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ResearchObsessed Posted September 8, 2017 Author #40 Share Posted September 8, 2017 We have arrived! When we got to the hotel our room wasn't ready so we walked to a little place right down the street for some drinks. Probably my biggest disappointment right now is that I had reservations at Marmalade restaurant and have been looking forward to it for about four months. Unfortunately they have no power and are closed. Seems to be a trend in OSJ. We haven't ventured over there yet but hope so tonight or tomorrow before the cruise. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjgep0316 Posted September 8, 2017 #41 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Glad to hear you made it! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouhunter Posted September 8, 2017 #42 Share Posted September 8, 2017 In Condado area Orozco and Ropa Veija are good choices for local cuisine:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordan's Mom Posted September 8, 2017 #43 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Finishing up my packing tonight. We are on a 6am flight via Atlanta tomorrow and should arrive SJU around noon. Can't wait for this adventure to begin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjgep0316 Posted September 8, 2017 #44 Share Posted September 8, 2017 Here's a video I did from our Jewel cruise last March that went to Barbados, Antigua, St. Croix, St. Maarten and St. Lucia. This should get you excited for tomorrow. Turn it up and enjoy! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ResearchObsessed Posted September 9, 2017 Author #45 Share Posted September 9, 2017 What a day. Started at 10pm last night as we left our house for the airport completely uncertain we would be boarding. Cut to landing in San Juan and we were literally wiped both emotionally and physically from getting zero sleep. Once we landed and got to our hotel we literally fell into the bed and went to sleep faster than we have ever done. We woke up though and we're determined to keep our plans for a 7pm dinner. We were so sad not to get to try Marmalade but ended up here : Can't complain! It was seriously amazing. And TOTALLY dead. We walked in at 7 and there was literally one other table. Apparently it is usually completely packed on a Friday night but issues from the storm have resulted in a huge decrease in both tourists and locals being out and about. We got the best seat in the house, as you can see. Rolling waves, ocean wind, plus one of the best meals of our lives started to make all the worry and stress from this last week worth it. Tomorrow the plan is to head to the ship in the afternoon so we can check out OSJ a bit. Figure we will be on her for the next seven days, we aren't in a rush to board immediately. Now, for some much deserved shut eye! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Husky1987 Posted September 9, 2017 #46 Share Posted September 9, 2017 You'll have a great time! We're getting off in the morning, sad to have our Adventure week end...Captain Tomas did a wonderful job keeping everyone updated twice daily on Irma/Jose. You're in safe hands. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qdog123 Posted September 9, 2017 #47 Share Posted September 9, 2017 What a day. Started at 10pm last night as we left our house for the airport completely uncertain we would be boarding. Cut to landing in San Juan and we were literally wiped both emotionally and physically from getting zero sleep. Once we landed and got to our hotel we literally fell into the bed and went to sleep faster than we have ever done. We woke up though and we're determined to keep our plans for a 7pm dinner. We were so sad not to get to try Marmalade but ended up here : Can't complain! It was seriously amazing. And TOTALLY dead. We walked in at 7 and there was literally one other table. Apparently it is usually completely packed on a Friday night but issues from the storm have resulted in a huge decrease in both tourists and locals being out and about. We got the best seat in the house, as you can see. Rolling waves, ocean wind, plus one of the best meals of our lives started to make all the worry and stress from this last week worth it. Tomorrow the plan is to head to the ship in the afternoon so we can check out OSJ a bit. Figure we will be on her for the next seven days, we aren't in a rush to board immediately. Now, for some much deserved shut eye! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk What is the name of that restaurant, I'd like to check it out. We're flying down next week to get on the Adventure when you're done with her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare GetToLivin Posted September 9, 2017 #48 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Glad you made it, what an ordeal! Can't wait to hear more Sent from my SM-G950U using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare JamesEM Posted September 9, 2017 #49 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Following along, looking forward to your reports..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ResearchObsessed Posted September 9, 2017 Author #50 Share Posted September 9, 2017 What is the name of that restaurant, I'd like to check it out. We're flying down next week to get on the Adventure when you're done with her. Oceano! Can't say enough good things. You must get the steak egg roll appetizer. Seriously one of the best things I have ever eaten. It's a tad expensive, with entres in the mid 20s to high 30s, but worth it! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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