cruisesusie Posted March 7, 2010 #1 Share Posted March 7, 2010 Does anyone know if Guernsey is a tender port. We're interested in taking the bus around the island and were wondering if we can catch the bus near the pier. Has anyone taken the bus? Any other suggestions for a day in Guernsey? Thanks, Susan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgans Posted March 7, 2010 #2 Share Posted March 7, 2010 Yes it is a tender port and can sometimes be a little tricky to get into if the sea is choppy so be prepared for a change of plan here as often the tenders are stopped from running. It's a lovely port of call - perfect for a stroll around with an interesting, easy to reach castle and also shops , harbour etc. or if you wish to see more of the island the bus is an easy option too and very cheap. There's a very good fish and chip shop! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisesusie Posted March 7, 2010 Author #3 Share Posted March 7, 2010 Thanks Dave and Marge for the info on Guernsey. Hopefully the seas will be calm - really looking forward to our visit. Susan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graciallen Posted March 19, 2010 #4 Share Posted March 19, 2010 This is a bizarre question, and I think I've read that this has happened in a port, but while reading about tender problems at the Channel Islands I was thinking... if tenders were put out, and the weather or seas changed, how do they get the pax back onboard from a port such as Guernsey? Maybe it's a stupid question as I'm sure no Captain would risk tendering if a weather change was coming....:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lulubell Posted March 20, 2010 #5 Share Posted March 20, 2010 This is a bizarre question, and I think I've read that this has happened in a port, but while reading about tender problems at the Channel Islands I was thinking... if tenders were put out, and the weather or seas changed, how do they get the pax back onboard from a port such as Guernsey?Maybe it's a stupid question as I'm sure no Captain would risk tendering if a weather change was coming....:rolleyes: The Captain gets weather reports and will not stop if there's any risk of not being to bring people back.No cruise ship company wants that kind of publicity LOL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graciallen Posted March 20, 2010 #6 Share Posted March 20, 2010 here was one of the articles http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/311662,extra-cruise-ship-leaves-passengers-to-ride-out-tsunami.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusin-Suzan Posted March 21, 2010 #7 Share Posted March 21, 2010 Does anyone have any car rental ideas. Who delivers to the port??? Thanks Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Globaliser Posted March 22, 2010 #8 Share Posted March 22, 2010 here was one of the articleshttp://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/311662,extra-cruise-ship-leaves-passengers-to-ride-out-tsunami.html A tsunami warning is not exactly a "weather change". And it's not as if those in Wellington can't get to higher ground to avoid a tsunami's direct effects! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graciallen Posted March 22, 2010 #9 Share Posted March 22, 2010 Actually there are other incidents that I was reading hence the prompt of the thought of this question. It has happened in Galapagos and in South Carolina. My only real thought about all of this was the logistics of this islands transportation system ie airport and what they would do to ensure you made your next port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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