maureenk Posted January 30, 2012 #1 Share Posted January 30, 2012 When we sailed the Zuiderdam to San Juan a few years ago, the captain opened up the front of the ship (deck 4? maybe 5?) during the approach to San Juan. It was such a wonderful view of El Morro. Does anyone know if they are still doing that? We are sailing Nieuw Amsterdam in a few weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted January 30, 2012 #2 Share Posted January 30, 2012 It depends on the weather. Sometimes the bow has been open -- sometimes closed because of the winds and/or rain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea42 Posted January 30, 2012 #3 Share Posted January 30, 2012 It was open on our January sailing this year. It was quite windy and you couldn't hear the narration well but it was fun to be out there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smslms Posted January 30, 2012 #4 Share Posted January 30, 2012 We sailed into San Juan on the Nieuw Amsterdam in Nov 2010 and the captain provided access to the bow. Windy , but a nice sunny day, got some great images. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted January 31, 2012 #5 Share Posted January 31, 2012 It was also open last time we went in - no matter where you are - this is an awesome sight - just find a spot you like and enjoy the view:) San Juan is one of our favourites sail in and sail out - along with Venice and that's saying a lot :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typhoon1 Posted January 31, 2012 #6 Share Posted January 31, 2012 If it's not open, just find a place on deck or on your veranda. The CD usually provides a nice narration of the sights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted January 31, 2012 #7 Share Posted January 31, 2012 Every time we have sailed into San Juan on nice days, the bow has been opened. It is such a beautiful sight sailing in don't miss watching sailing in and out from San Juan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valley Girl of VA Posted January 31, 2012 #8 Share Posted January 31, 2012 Thanks for asking the question Maureen. Anyone have an idea how early to get to the bow if it is open? Jane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted January 31, 2012 #9 Share Posted January 31, 2012 No need to rush. It won't be packed like it is for Panama Canal transit, for example. We actually enjoy the view from Lido if we are approaching near lunch time which is quite common for HAL itineraries. If you wish to go to the bow, I'd suggest about 35 minutes or so prior to scheduled arrival. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maureenk Posted January 31, 2012 Author #10 Share Posted January 31, 2012 Thank you so much for all of your quick replies! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea42 Posted January 31, 2012 #11 Share Posted January 31, 2012 The Captain made an announcement when they opened the bow, no need to get there ahead of time. There was plenty of room at the railing on our sailing. Be advised that there was quite a large (maybe 2ft) step up and down to get out to the bow and there was very limited seating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted January 31, 2012 #12 Share Posted January 31, 2012 Don't count on having any seating at the bow. Most of us who go to the bow for views, stand along the edges. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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