Rare kazu Posted September 2, 2019 #76 Share Posted September 2, 2019 3 hours ago, Himself said: Lets pray that HMC is sparred and if not spared at lease the damage be minimal. Based on the suffering I am seeing of the poor people of the Bahamas and their island, my prayers are with them right now. It’s absolutely horrific 😞 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted September 2, 2019 #77 Share Posted September 2, 2019 (edited) 30 minutes ago, bEwAbG said: This entire thread is about their plans to build a dock as part of the changes so I'm not sure why you're attempting to nitpick an opinion of my own experience and how a pier might improve it. Do you have a larger point? Of course I know it takes time to sail back to Florida. That's not my issue. In response to your question, bEw abG : Because, nothing in this thread begins to confirm a new dock at HM C is even being seriously considered by those who make such decisions at Carnival corp and HAL. Maybe it is just another case of over - active rumor mill. 🙂 Edited September 2, 2019 by sail7seas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Himself Posted September 2, 2019 #78 Share Posted September 2, 2019 2 hours ago, sail7seas said: In response to your question, bEw abG : Because, nothing in this thread begins to confirm a new dock at HM C is even being seriously considered by those who make such decisions at Carnival corp and HAL. Maybe it is just another case of over - active rumor mill. 🙂 That is a distinct possibility Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted September 2, 2019 #79 Share Posted September 2, 2019 Wouldn't be the first time, would it 🙂 ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeandtheSea Posted September 2, 2019 #80 Share Posted September 2, 2019 I just pray these funds are not a veil for building tacky water slides and water parks like some other cruise lines have recently done. I liked the tendering and seeing the ship from the shore. Hope the pier is a bit hidden from the gorgeous beach. I love Half Moon Cay as it is now. There is beauty in simplicity. I am worried about the devastation to thus island and all of the Bahamas as Dorian slowly moves. Hope everyone will be safe. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted September 2, 2019 #81 Share Posted September 2, 2019 I am sure (hopeful) the island caretakers have seen to keeping the horses safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sppunk Posted September 2, 2019 #82 Share Posted September 2, 2019 No issues at HMC from what I was told from a HAL senior employee. It was well south of Dorian thankfully. Abaca and Grand Bahana however, devastation. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveOKC Posted September 2, 2019 #83 Share Posted September 2, 2019 11 minutes ago, sppunk said: No issues at HMC from what I was told from a HAL senior employee. It was well south of Dorian thankfully. Abaca and Grand Bahana however, devastation. Good news for HMC. I thought it might be far enough way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted September 2, 2019 #84 Share Posted September 2, 2019 Thank you sppunk -- that is good news. I knew HMC was further south of Grand Bahama -- but you still have to worry about the outer bands of the storm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted September 3, 2019 #85 Share Posted September 3, 2019 On 8/2/2019 at 10:51 AM, Sir PMP said: Water slides will be coming, choo choo train and of course Pirates of the Caribbean, Carnival at its best... I Think Not : -) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted September 4, 2019 #86 Share Posted September 4, 2019 On 9/2/2019 at 5:27 PM, DaveOKC said: Good news for HMC. I thought it might be far enough way. Thanks for sharing this info with us. Many of us are very happy to learn this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peckishpixie Posted September 4, 2019 #87 Share Posted September 4, 2019 My daughter in-love uses a wheelchair and tendering is super difficult for her. I would LOVE for her to have easier access. I hope they do build a pier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare terrydtx Posted September 5, 2019 #88 Share Posted September 5, 2019 (edited) About time they invest in a pier. We have been on 4 HAL cruises with HMC on the itinerary and only been there once because we couldn't anchor and tender do to weather conditions. Being able to dock would also mean we can go back on board for lunch. The one time we were there, I thought the island BBQ was just terrible. Edited September 5, 2019 by terrydtx 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveOKC Posted September 5, 2019 #89 Share Posted September 5, 2019 45 minutes ago, terrydtx said: About time they invest in a pier. We have been on 4 HAL cruises with HMC on the itinerary and only been there once because we couldn't anchor and tender do to weather conditions. Being able to dock would also mean we can go back on board for lunch. The one time we were there, I thought the island BBQ was just terrible. Agree - we like to go ashore early and head back onboard for lunch! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted October 15, 2019 #90 Share Posted October 15, 2019 On 8/1/2019 at 7:55 PM, Daisyloo said: No need for a pool. It has a gorgeous. soft white sand beach. Wait until they see that gorgeous blue water and will likely laugh at th ir wish for a swimming pool at HMC. 😎 sail.noordam@gmail.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaofami Posted October 15, 2019 #91 Share Posted October 15, 2019 I stopped going to HMC several years ago because I didn't want to use the tender, so if the rumor of a dock is true, I would be very happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boatdrill Posted October 16, 2019 #92 Share Posted October 16, 2019 On 8/2/2019 at 7:33 AM, 2inSETexas said: It seems the pier, while not guaranteeing that the ship can dock, will enable a much safer and quicker disembarkation and embarkation experience. It will also allow the crew to offload supplies/food/beverages more efficiently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcrcruiser Posted October 16, 2019 #93 Share Posted October 16, 2019 On 8/1/2019 at 5:01 PM, canadianbear said: Love HMC. Also hope they don’t spoil it more. Agree ✌️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcrcruiser Posted October 16, 2019 #94 Share Posted October 16, 2019 2 hours ago, Boatdrill said: It will also allow the crew to offload supplies/food/beverages more efficiently. Yes a very good point . Also saves tender gas & over time the advantages will more than pay for this new pier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatcat04 Posted October 17, 2019 #95 Share Posted October 17, 2019 Just looked at excursions for our upcoming cruise in January and HMC cabanas have gone up in price. We thankfully booked ours the day we booked the cruise way back in February so we got the old rate of $299.95 plus the butler service supplement for $270. Now the cabana is $399.95 to $449.95. 😮 It seems some of the 4 person cabanas cost more than other 4 person cabanas as well. "Gray" cabana was listed at $449.95 while "peach" was listed at the cut rate of $399.95 but with $449.95 next to it struck through like it is on sale. ?? Butler service is still $270.00. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ithaca gal Posted October 17, 2019 #96 Share Posted October 17, 2019 On 8/2/2019 at 6:42 AM, ski ww said: I think more people will get off the ship if they don't have to tender & it will get more crowded. Excellent point! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquahound Posted October 17, 2019 #97 Share Posted October 17, 2019 9 minutes ago, ithaca gal said: Excellent point! On 8/2/2019 at 3:42 AM, ski ww said: I think more people will get off the ship if they don't have to tender & it will get more crowded. I've been at other cruise line's private islands pre and post pier....and it made no difference ref crowds on shore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCTribeFan Posted October 17, 2019 #98 Share Posted October 17, 2019 I first visited HMC in 2006, I believe, on Carnival. I'm not a "beach person" but I fell in love with the island. Got home and convinced my DD and a friend that we needed to book the same cruise for 6 months later (and I never did repeat cruises back then). First thing they did that I disliked was build that big, ugly pirate-ship bar. Next came the big villas with people bringing their music and blasting it all day. IIRC, Carnival only called at CoCo Cay for a very few sailings. Now, they visit Princess Cays (will be there again in about 2 weeks on Carnival Sunshine). It can't compare to HMC. I'm not a fan of having to tender, but that certainly doesn't stop me from going ashore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Himself Posted October 17, 2019 #99 Share Posted October 17, 2019 I favor a pier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginger and professor Posted October 17, 2019 #100 Share Posted October 17, 2019 Don't you think roller coasters would add to the total Carnival experience, along with side show activities with games and prizes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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