Rare ninjacat123 Posted July 2, 2021 #26 Share Posted July 2, 2021 I found this news report on Bimini: https://ewnews.com/nows-not-the-time-bimini-port-plans-halted-as-covid-cases-spike 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare AtSeaWithChris Posted July 2, 2021 #27 Share Posted July 2, 2021 23 minutes ago, TooManyWakeUpsTilWeSail said: Wonder if this effects future Horizon cruises I would be worried for all cruises with that itinerary until whatever issue is resolved and we see people going to Bimini. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TooManyWakeUpsTilWeSail Posted July 2, 2021 #28 Share Posted July 2, 2021 25 minutes ago, MamallamaAndDaddy said: I would be worried for all cruises with that itinerary until whatever issue is resolved and we see people going to Bimini. I had assumed my 9/12 Horizon will not sail with the 3 ports scheduled. I’m trying to be optimistic still but know that GC is a certain no, Ocho Rios is almost a certain no and Cozumel would be tied to the other 2. So every time I see one of these Horizon posts, I assume it may be NEW info about this ship. I would take Bimini or HMC or whatever. Just want definitive info at some point as I can’t schedule excursions that never leave the ship. LOL 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare AtSeaWithChris Posted July 2, 2021 #29 Share Posted July 2, 2021 11 minutes ago, TooManyWakeUpsTilWeSail said: I had assumed my 9/12 Horizon will not sail with the 3 ports scheduled. I’m trying to be optimistic still but know that GC is a certain no, Ocho Rios is almost a certain no and Cozumel would be tied to the other 2. So every time I see one of these Horizon posts, I assume it may be NEW info about this ship. I would take Bimini or HMC or whatever. Just want definitive info at some point as I can’t schedule excursions that never leave the ship. LOL WE have paid the $5 for Mr Sanchos to hold a deposit for Cozumel, and I have a private tour in Roatan all but confirmed but I hate to confirm it if we are not allowed to do an independent tour. I hope things settle in to something somewhat predictable again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mpacker Posted July 2, 2021 #30 Share Posted July 2, 2021 1 hour ago, TooManyWakeUpsTilWeSail said: Wonder if this effects future Horizon cruises I’ll be okay with two days at HMC or Bimini on July 18th sailing. Either way I’m happy 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise Related Posted July 2, 2021 #31 Share Posted July 2, 2021 2 minutes ago, mpacker said: I’ll be okay with two days at HMC or Bimini on July 18th sailing. Either way I’m happy 🙂 Me too buddy! Didn’t even plan to get off the ship at either port. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asalligo Posted July 2, 2021 #32 Share Posted July 2, 2021 I would also love two days at HMC. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lobster1313 Posted July 2, 2021 #33 Share Posted July 2, 2021 1 hour ago, TooManyWakeUpsTilWeSail said: I had assumed my 9/12 Horizon will not sail with the 3 ports scheduled. I’m trying to be optimistic still but know that GC is a certain no, Ocho Rios is almost a certain no and Cozumel would be tied to the other 2. They could keep it Western with Costa Maya and Amber Cove or possibly Key West. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sailingships Posted July 2, 2021 #34 Share Posted July 2, 2021 4 hours ago, jimbo5544 said: Instead of Bimini, they get two days at HMC. While never been to Bimini, would be home run for me. Actually that would be neat because they can have events on the beach in the evening when its cooler besides the daytime picnic etc. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tom-n-Cheryl Posted July 2, 2021 #35 Share Posted July 2, 2021 HMC for us would be a SEA DAY (we love sea days). The only downside is that many things are closed on the ship during (actual) port days. Full disclaimer -- almost every Caribbean port is now what we'd call a SEA DAY! We're pretty much excursioned out. How about a seven night CTN (cruise to nowhere)? !!! All ship shops and restaurants are open - with no early port days (and announcements) to awaken you --- it's all about the SHIP !! 😄 Tom 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJHAN Posted July 3, 2021 #36 Share Posted July 3, 2021 13 hours ago, jimbo5544 said: Instead of Bimini, they get two days at HMC. While never been to Bimini, would be home run for me. Two days as in over night or one day then com back another day? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amcankid Posted July 3, 2021 #37 Share Posted July 3, 2021 15 hours ago, pogoism9 said: So what you are saying is, this will be the greatest cruise ever. HMC is god tier Honestly, forget those Bermuda cruises where you stay for three days and your ship is basically your hotel. Do that at HMC!!! With tenders going back and forth 24/7. And remodel the Cabanas so those willing to pay (no doubt big bucks) a chance to sleep overnight in them. There is no place in the world that has the hour glass sand like HMC!! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amcankid Posted July 3, 2021 #38 Share Posted July 3, 2021 10 hours ago, Tom-n-Cheryl said: HMC for us would be a SEA DAY (we love sea days). The only downside is that many things are closed on the ship during (actual) port days. Full disclaimer -- almost every Caribbean port is now what we'd call a SEA DAY! We're pretty much excursioned out. How about a seven night CTN (cruise to nowhere)? !!! All ship shops and restaurants are open - with no early port days (and announcements) to awaken you --- it's all about the SHIP !! 😄 Tom That’s a great idea! Maybe take each of the larger ships and once every couple of months for each of them have an “It’s all about the ship” voyage. And have top notch comedians and entertainers on those voyages. I know one thing. I’d definitely purchase the Cheers package for that. And it would be the longest relaxing do what I want when I want no guilt week of my life!!!! John Heald!! Are you listening??? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jimbo5544 Posted July 3, 2021 Author #39 Share Posted July 3, 2021 4 hours ago, CJHAN said: Two days as in over night or one day then com back another day? Stay anchored 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jimbo5544 Posted July 3, 2021 Author #40 Share Posted July 3, 2021 It would be really nice if they had evening things. That said, the two days there would be just fine. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNJCruisers Posted July 4, 2021 #41 Share Posted July 4, 2021 On 7/2/2021 at 6:18 PM, Tom-n-Cheryl said: How about a seven night CTN (cruise to nowhere)? !!! All ship shops and restaurants are open - with no early port days (and announcements) to awaken you --- it's all about the SHIP !! 😄 Tom Would book it in a heartbeat Tom. Save on port charges and just enjoy everything the ships offer, primarily on the Vista Class and Excellence Class ships. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SheSailsFL Posted July 4, 2021 #42 Share Posted July 4, 2021 On 7/2/2021 at 1:41 PM, IntrepidFromDC said: If I'm reading that right, it says cruise ship passengers are allowed off the ship during the non-curfew hours (7pm - 5am) so is it just an abundance of caution? Or could it be related to the hurricane? It looks like South Bimini is in the direct path of the hurricane but HMC is a little more north and east. Anyway, TWO DAYS AT HALF MOON CAY IS A RARE TREAT! Are you referring to Elsa? She is south of Haiti and heading west and north into the Gulf. Nowhere near the Bahamas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SheSailsFL Posted July 4, 2021 #43 Share Posted July 4, 2021 22 hours ago, amcankid said: Honestly, forget those Bermuda cruises where you stay for three days and your ship is basically your hotel. Do that at HMC!!! With tenders going back and forth 24/7. And remodel the Cabanas so those willing to pay (no doubt big bucks) a chance to sleep overnight in them. There is no place in the world that has the hour glass sand like HMC!! Heck yeah to that! And make the Cheers package work on HMC! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SheSailsFL Posted July 4, 2021 #44 Share Posted July 4, 2021 On 7/2/2021 at 1:38 PM, Top_of_the_Cube said: Good catch. All I read, though, is: blah blah blah "• All bars are prohibited from operating;"!! blah blah blah HMC is in the Bahamas also. Even though it is privately owned, do they not have to comply with Bahamian government rules? 🤔 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amcankid Posted July 6, 2021 #45 Share Posted July 6, 2021 On 7/4/2021 at 12:50 AM, caugh51654 said: Heck yeah to that! And make the Cheers package work on HMC! Home run!!! I would do a yearly cruise for that itinerary if Cheers was working on HMC!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elklemi Posted July 6, 2021 #46 Share Posted July 6, 2021 On 7/2/2021 at 1:45 PM, Cruise Related said: I know I normally hit up a bar in port to try some local brew, but since Bimini is a part of the Bahamas, I’m sure I’ve had it. Unless it’s super local stuff. Local beer is Kalik or Sands both of which I have consumed more than my share and can get Kalik at Total Wine in Knoxville which is a treat but does not taste as good without a Bahama beach to enjoy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare EngIceDave Posted July 6, 2021 #47 Share Posted July 6, 2021 On 7/2/2021 at 1:23 PM, jimbo5544 said: Instead of Bimini, they get two days at HMC. While never been to Bimini, would be home run for me. I've been to Bimini, and be glad you are skipping it. Don't get me wrong, beautiful little island, but a cruise ship of people would swamp it. I spent a weekend there at the Resorts World Hilton Casino. It's the only thing there other than a tiny market. If a guest of hotel, great place to chill. If a ship was there, I'd be hatin' life. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pe4all Posted July 6, 2021 #48 Share Posted July 6, 2021 On 7/2/2021 at 6:18 PM, Tom-n-Cheryl said: HMC for us would be a SEA DAY (we love sea days). The only downside is that many things are closed on the ship during (actual) port days. Full disclaimer -- almost every Caribbean port is now what we'd call a SEA DAY! We're pretty much excursioned out. How about a seven night CTN (cruise to nowhere)? !!! All ship shops and restaurants are open - with no early port days (and announcements) to awaken you --- it's all about the SHIP !! 😄 Tom I would so be up for this! We don't even get off the ship in 1/2 the ports now, such as Nassau, Belize, Grand Cayman, etc. And if we do get off it is just to walk around for an hour or so - then right back on the ship. Love having the ship "to ourselves" while everyone else gets off. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bassmk Posted July 6, 2021 #49 Share Posted July 6, 2021 On 7/2/2021 at 5:18 PM, Tom-n-Cheryl said: HMC for us would be a SEA DAY (we love sea days). The only downside is that many things are closed on the ship during (actual) port days. Full disclaimer -- almost every Caribbean port is now what we'd call a SEA DAY! We're pretty much excursioned out. How about a seven night CTN (cruise to nowhere)? !!! All ship shops and restaurants are open - with no early port days (and announcements) to awaken you --- it's all about the SHIP !! 😄 Tom SIGN. ME. UP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tippyton Posted July 6, 2021 #50 Share Posted July 6, 2021 On 7/2/2021 at 5:18 PM, Tom-n-Cheryl said: HMC for us would be a SEA DAY (we love sea days). The only downside is that many things are closed on the ship during (actual) port days. Full disclaimer -- almost every Caribbean port is now what we'd call a SEA DAY! We're pretty much excursioned out. How about a seven night CTN (cruise to nowhere)? !!! All ship shops and restaurants are open - with no early port days (and announcements) to awaken you --- it's all about the SHIP !! 😄 Tom I could buy what you're selling... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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