Rancher Dave Posted February 24, 2008 #1 Share Posted February 24, 2008 Per NWS there is a dense fog advisort for an area well inland down to Galveston in effect from Midnight to 8am Sunday. I guess this could possibly delay VOS from arriving by an hour or two. If NWS gets it right, and the fog burns off early in the morning life should be reasonably normal...unless someone booked an early flight.:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tex_Jen Posted February 24, 2008 #2 Share Posted February 24, 2008 I saw the alert, but the channel looks clear for now. It will be interesting to see what it will be tomorrow. Jen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rancher Dave Posted February 24, 2008 Author #3 Share Posted February 24, 2008 I saw the alert, but the channel looks clear for now. It will be interesting to see what it will be tomorrow. Jen I swear I was not looking for fog...just checked to see rain chance tomorrow since on my garmin GPS unit I get weather updates in Houston, and it shows t-storms...which was odd since I thought it was to be sunny...Dallas was cold last night and this morning (there for a party) the ranch was nice today with a good breeze and some clouds...(had to move 20 tons of hay around and complete other chores) and drive home was uneventful. Hopefully VOS has no problems or if they do it is only a very small delay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Driftwoodgal Posted February 24, 2008 #4 Share Posted February 24, 2008 We were on a B2B cruise on the Voyager when she was fogged in. I sure would hate to see her delayed five hours again. This was a nightmare for the crew, passengers, port employees, taxi drivers, parking lots, passengers boarding. I think the only people that were mildly put out would be the B2B cruisers as we had to get up earlier than we needed to. I felt so sorry for everyone involved. The crew had to do double time, the passengers had to try to rebook airline tickets. People that showed up before the suggested boarding time were standing out in the cold and rain. For the most part people on the second leg were having a good time once they finally got on board. Captain Gerry really wanted to dock earlier, but the Port Authorities would not let the Voyager or any other ship in. I do remember getting up early that morning and not being able to see my balcony banister. It reminded me of some old time movies where the boats would sound their fog horns. When the fog lifted we were really close to the Carnival ship. I couldn't believe that she was there and couldn't even see an outline of her. We counted 17 ships on one side waiting with us to gain entry to the port. Here is hoping that fog isn't an issue for the Voyager in any future sailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcca2 Posted February 24, 2008 #5 Share Posted February 24, 2008 I do remember getting up early that morning and not being able to see my balcony banister. It reminded me of some old time movies where the boats would sound their fog horns. When the fog lifted we were really close to the Carnival ship. I couldn't believe that she was there and couldn't even see an outline of her. We counted 17 ships on one side waiting with us to gain entry to the port. That must have been an awesome experience (apart from the inconvenience it caused.) When we were on our last evening of the 1/13 sailing she was sounding the fog horn every few minutes. We did not have fog , so I was not sure what that was all about. :confused: But it is kind of eerie. I loved it. :) Did you get any pictures? Was it was too foggy to be able to take any? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of a Cruiser Posted February 24, 2008 #6 Share Posted February 24, 2008 Port webcam looks pretty clear this morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy Posted February 24, 2008 #7 Share Posted February 24, 2008 I've got the Seawolf Park camera open, and the weather looks fine right now. I checked the other cameras and it appears to be clear. Come on, ships!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of a Cruiser Posted February 24, 2008 #8 Share Posted February 24, 2008 No problem - Voyager is docking now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aprille Posted February 24, 2008 #9 Share Posted February 24, 2008 No problem - Voyager is docking now.Yep. Just watched her come in from our top floor corner room at Harbor House. :cool: ETA: I see my ticker already says "Sailed!" Not quite yet, but soon, very soon! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcca2 Posted February 24, 2008 #10 Share Posted February 24, 2008 Yep. Just watched her come in from our top floor corner room at Harbor House. :D She looked beautiful. Have a wonderful cruise. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ollie_WA Posted February 24, 2008 #11 Share Posted February 24, 2008 WooHoo.she made it in!! This is the first time I saw her pull in...and it's only because I am in Nj at my Moms....the bed is NOT that comfy so I tend to awake before 7:00 here.....the first thing I did was turn on the computer and sit and watch the Carnival ship and the Voyager pull in!! What a sight!!! It's going to be a great day..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of a Cruiser Posted February 24, 2008 #12 Share Posted February 24, 2008 Aprille - wished I had your view instead of the webcam view!! Have a great cruise!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tex_Jen Posted February 24, 2008 #13 Share Posted February 24, 2008 Aprille - wished I had your view instead of the webcam view!! Have a great cruise!! Ditto! :D Jen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
232271 Posted February 24, 2008 #14 Share Posted February 24, 2008 I've got the Seawolf Park camera open, and the weather looks fine right now. I checked the other cameras and it appears to be clear. Come on, ships!:D you mean the harbor cam? I thought Sea Wolf was not operating anymore? If it is can you share the link!!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of a Cruiser Posted February 24, 2008 #15 Share Posted February 24, 2008 you mean the harbor cam? I thought Sea Wolf was not operating anymore?If it is can you share the link!!:) It's back up, but not listed on the Galveston.com website. Don't know the details, but it was some issue between the Galveston.com and the Cavalla folks. Here is the link - you may need to click on the blank area on the page to ge the image to load http://cavalla244.org/webcam.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
232271 Posted February 24, 2008 #16 Share Posted February 24, 2008 It's back up, but not listed on the Galveston.com website. Don't know the details, but it was some issue between the Galveston.com and the Cavalla folks. Here is the link - you may need to click on the blank area on the page to ge the image to load http://cavalla244.org/webcam.htm cool beans!! thanks!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rancher Dave Posted February 24, 2008 Author #17 Share Posted February 24, 2008 Does look like a beautiful day in these parts. That is good for VOS et al in ship lanes down around Galveston...also DD has a big Girl Scout event today so nice weather is a big help all around. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Driftwoodgal Posted February 24, 2008 #18 Share Posted February 24, 2008 That must have been an awesome experience (apart from the inconvenience it caused.) When we were on our last evening of the 1/13 sailing she was sounding the fog horn every few minutes. We did not have fog , so I was not sure what that was all about. :confused: But it is kind of eerie. I loved it. :) Did you get any pictures? Was it was too foggy to be able to take any? No pictures, I didn't think about that. I don't think they would have shown much except a grey screen. By the time the fog cleared we were in the dining room eating breakfast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brn2crz Posted February 24, 2008 #19 Share Posted February 24, 2008 Hey everyone..Glad to see she made it in...But I can tell you...it got foggy later...I am actually in Humble,So not sure how bad it was then.But I woke up at 6..It was pretty foggy 3/4 ml vis...By 830 ..O visibility..It was actually better on the coast. Have a great trip Aprille!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brn2crz Posted February 24, 2008 #20 Share Posted February 24, 2008 Hey everyone..Glad to see she made it in...But I can tell you...it got foggy later...I am actually in Humble,So not sure how bad it was then.But I woke up at 6..It was pretty foggy 3/4 ml vis...By 830 ..O visibility..It was actually better on the coast. Have a great trip Aprille!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcca2 Posted February 24, 2008 #21 Share Posted February 24, 2008 Anyone watching Voyager tonight? What a perfect evening for sailaway. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGBCruiser Posted February 24, 2008 #22 Share Posted February 24, 2008 I'm watching! It's been a beautiful day here in Southeast Texas!! It was 80 degrees earlier with the sun shining. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcca2 Posted February 24, 2008 #23 Share Posted February 24, 2008 I agree it's been a lovely day here in Houston. Wish I was on board though. ;) There she goes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGBCruiser Posted February 24, 2008 #24 Share Posted February 24, 2008 We're leaving next Sunday and it sure would be nice to have this wonderful weather! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rancher Dave Posted February 24, 2008 Author #25 Share Posted February 24, 2008 Beautiful day for sail away from Galveston!!! Only 2 and a half weeks before we head to Florida to ride her sister ship! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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