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Walk to cruise terminal RCL galveston
Galveston Cruiser replied to coolio111's topic in Gulf Coast Departures
There are no hotels within walking distance. There are no sidewalks. Harborside entrance at 14th st. has 18 wheelers entering/leaving. Haborside is the main thoroughfare to the ferry trucks and cars.. The port is industrial - not designed for walkers. -
Transportation from Houston to Galveston
Galveston Cruiser replied to ugminer's topic in Gulf Coast Departures
Gas prices and insurance costs have increased exponentially. -
Best time to book flight to Italy
Galveston Cruiser replied to Anyislandwilldo's topic in Italy Ports
It all depends on service and your destination. There are not always direct flights from a European hub such as Frankfurt or Paris. We fly non-stop to Europe, Once there we don't mind a connecting flight or two as there are multiple inter Europe flights but only one daily international from Houston to a hub. Less miles used equates to more travel. -
Best time to book flight to Italy
Galveston Cruiser replied to Anyislandwilldo's topic in Italy Ports
I agree the air miles needed start out way too high. I check continuously and search various routes. Booked Houston to Venice business first with UA miles on Lufthansa (preferred international carrier) for less than 80,000 PP for October of this year. Booked another flight from Bologna to Houston next June for 88,000 PP - again flying Lufthansa business class. -
Galveston Salt water Moms/Friendswood Moms
Galveston Cruiser replied to Djford75's topic in Gulf Coast Departures
Auto insurance is required in the State of Texas and to enter the Port of Galveston. They are registered with the port. They provide excellent service. -
Do not take the Quantum of the Seas to Alaska
Galveston Cruiser replied to pierces's topic in Royal Caribbean International
We sailed the Radiance of the Seas in May, which is a smaller ship. Loved it and the glaciers. Lots of ice, but still close enough to enjoy. Smaller ships are able to get closer depending on ice conditions. -
Diamond Plus=what Celebrity benefits?
Galveston Cruiser replied to zanydoc's topic in Royal Caribbean International
There is no designated day for the free wash and fold for D+. We send in laundry whatever day we choose which is the same for D with the $10 discount -
RCL terminal is Pier 10.
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Food is subjective, We have found excellent restaurants in Civitavecchia and surrounding area. One of our favorites is Tenuta Dell' Argento, in the hills above the city. Reservations a must. There are several sites listing restaurants, menus and reviews,
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Luggage storage at Marco Polo Airport Venice
Galveston Cruiser replied to Galveston Cruiser's topic in Italy Ports
Thank you. Have traveled and lived all over Europe but this is first trip to Venice. Better late than never! -
Are there luggage storage facilities at the airport? Arriving from the U. S. in mid October for first leg of extended land and cruise trip. Would like to leave extra luggage at airport and retrieve 4 days later when picking up rental car for second leg of trip.
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WOW The beauty of travel is different food. Much prefer international cuisine to the typical fast food fare most Americans crave. Languages - the majority of the world speak something else than English. Again the beauty of traveling Having sailed MSC, the worst guests were Americans - rude, nasty and whiny. Basically demanding a U S love boat cruise in English only with hot dogs and hamburgers.
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Civitavecchia Embarkation Hotels and Transportation
Galveston Cruiser replied to maggietaggie's topic in Italy Ports
Hank: We will be staying at Hotel David for 3 nights. We have stayed at Tenuta Dell'Argento in the hills above Civitavecchia several times - fabulous restaurant! We have driven to lakes outside of Rome, Ostia Antica, Tarquinia, an Etruscan historic site and all the way to Genoa and are fortunate we do not fly in the day prior to a cruise but spend time discovering new areas. -
Civitavecchia Embarkation Hotels and Transportation
Galveston Cruiser replied to maggietaggie's topic in Italy Ports
We have stayed in Rome multiple times and see no reason to stay again, though we love Rome, as there is so much to see outside of Rome. We always have a car with this driving trip starting in Venice. We don't care to haul luggage through train stations and hail taxis. As I stated prior, everyone should make decisions that work for them. -
Civitavecchia Embarkation Hotels and Transportation
Galveston Cruiser replied to maggietaggie's topic in Italy Ports
We have stayed several times in Civitavecchia and will do so again in October. There are numerous hotels, B&B's and vacation rentals. We have stayed in the hills overlooking the port and in town and both had there own charm. Only you can decide what is the best fit for you. -
Galveston Hotel with Shuttle to Cruiseport
Galveston Cruiser replied to wizfourfam's topic in Gulf Coast Departures
I recommend taking the hotel shuttle. Lyft, Uber or Taxi you could have a long wait or not even availability. Why stress over a few dollars? -
Royal Caribbean departure transfer bus to IAH
Galveston Cruiser replied to Lorey2007's topic in Gulf Coast Departures
There are numerous ones listed in Gulf Coast Departures. We always use Saltwater Moms -
Coffee Machine in Diamond Lounges
Galveston Cruiser replied to SSPhone's topic in Royal Caribbean International
We were on the Radiance 28 days from April 21st. Free coffee at Cafe Latte-tudes. Just show sea pass. Had my cappuccino multiple times every day. -
Royal Caribbean departure transfer bus to IAH
Galveston Cruiser replied to Lorey2007's topic in Gulf Coast Departures
I recommend a car service for personal service -
All drivers have a waiting area away from terminals. Once you log in to Uber, the App will tell you how long before pick up and you text driver the location number outside of terminal luggage pick up. All pick ups are in the same locations. In Galveston , check with hotel for transportation options. Same with return to IAH It is not complicated.