pablo222 Posted March 23, 2014 #26 Share Posted March 23, 2014 We are aboard the ship now and were just informed that due to a collision in the channel, the port is closed and we will not be leaving today. We should have more info before 8 am tomorrow. By tomorrow, it will probably be foggy. I wonder when they will run out of texas-sourced liquor? It seems like Houston was the second worst choice princess has made. (First was crown bay) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rancher Dave Posted March 23, 2014 #27 Share Posted March 23, 2014 All depends if the barge is in main lane of channel or shallower barge lane or across main channel. Ideally it's in barge lane and they can let CB out tomorrow. A closed channel in Houston is a huge problem especially when delays last a few days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellebaby Posted March 23, 2014 #28 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Update from anyone onboard? B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swappie Posted March 23, 2014 #29 Share Posted March 23, 2014 (edited) Yes, wanting an update too! Thinking of you all and hope you get out soon. Saw this recent article. Good luck to everyone! Meredith http://www.galvestondailynews.com/free/article_6340123e-b1fc-11e3-987d-0017a43b2370.html Edited March 23, 2014 by Swappie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A1A Posted March 23, 2014 #30 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Caribbean Princess Web Cam still shows her alongside Houston Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swappie Posted March 23, 2014 #31 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Yeah, it just showed on the local news in Houston that the whole port is closed due to the collision and oil spill. It also appears to be foggy which could also be an issue in them getting out. Meredith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slc22 Posted March 23, 2014 #32 Share Posted March 23, 2014 http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/story?section=news/local&id=9476801 Local article above reports this affecting Galveston cruise ships as well - Not just a Bayport / Princess issue. Sad situation. Strangely a Barge from same company was involved in a collision with a ship just 6 days earlier in same proximity but was lucky in that no spill resulted that time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWCJR Posted March 23, 2014 #33 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Houston Channel 13 just announced that cruise ships are not being allowed to dock in Galveston as Coast Guard will not allow them past the spill. Both Carnival Magic and Navigator of the Seas are anchored off of Galveston. While all of the talk is that this happened near the Texas City Dyke that puts it close to Pelican Island and the entrance to the Galveston Port Channel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wegoswimcoach Posted March 23, 2014 #34 Share Posted March 23, 2014 No update from the captain yet. My aunt says she saw it on the news in Indiana. I don't feel like we're going anywhere soon... Oh well. We've got yummy food and good entertainment. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rancher Dave Posted March 23, 2014 #35 Share Posted March 23, 2014 http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/story?section=news/local&id=9476801 Local article above reports this affecting Galveston cruise ships as well - Not just a Bayport / Princess issue. Sad situation. Strangely a Barge from same company was involved in a collision with a ship just 6 days earlier in same proximity but was lucky in that no spill resulted that time. We were on CB enjoying break when crash last week happened...wow two in a week is not good. I suppose some pilots and captains will be sitting in Fromm of USCG investigators defending their licenses soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slc22 Posted March 23, 2014 #36 Share Posted March 23, 2014 (edited) No update from the captain yet. My aunt says she saw it on the news in Indiana. I don't feel like we're going anywhere soon... Oh well. We've got yummy food and good entertainment. Glad you are still having a good time. You've got a great vacation attitude! I'm following this story closely. I'm looking forward to this cruise next month! Edited March 23, 2014 by slc22 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewCruiserMPC Posted March 23, 2014 #37 Share Posted March 23, 2014 We just received another update from the Captain. We are to remain put. Our itinerary will def be affected if we can't leave by noon. And I don't think we will. I'm starting to really regret picking this cruise. Had a great time last night, but this mornings news has really disappointed us. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cefh Posted March 23, 2014 #38 Share Posted March 23, 2014 I'm on the ship. Captain's update at 9:00 was that we may be able to leave this afternoon. He gets hourly updates from the Coast Guard and they are still cleaning up the oil before they try to move the barge, which is blocking the channel. If we leave by mid-day the itinerary will stay the same. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slc22 Posted March 23, 2014 #39 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Thanks for the updates. Good luck to all of you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rancher Dave Posted March 23, 2014 #40 Share Posted March 23, 2014 I'm on the ship. Captain's update at 9:00 was that we may be able to leave this afternoon. He gets hourly updates from the Coast Guard and they are still cleaning up the oil before they try to move the barge, which is blocking the channel. If we leave by mid-day the itinerary will stay the same. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Maybe still get to all ports but no way y'all would get to Cozumel at original planned time tomorrow morning...ship can't go that fast. Hopefully whenever y'all sail it's possible to still get full time at all three ports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruzin-K Posted March 23, 2014 #41 Share Posted March 23, 2014 I sure don't see the itinerary remaining the same, even if the ship leaves in the next five minutes. I'd bet at least one port gets dropped/swapped :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spyro1952 Posted March 23, 2014 #42 Share Posted March 23, 2014 (edited) Just saw the latest news report and now they are trying to minimize oil spill and environmental impact, putting out booms etc. I don't think this ship will be able to get out at all. They may just have to cancel cruise and get pax off the ship. Feel bad as this is a big spring break week and everyone looking forward to cruise. :( Edited March 23, 2014 by spyro1952 . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kendon Posted March 23, 2014 #43 Share Posted March 23, 2014 I'm watching you guys on the live web cam at the port. You're not budging! Hope all is cleared soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruzin-K Posted March 23, 2014 #44 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Just saw the latest news report and now they are trying to minimize oil spill and environmental impact, putting out booms etc. I don't think this ship will be able to get out at all. They may just have to cancel cruise and get pax off the ship. Feel bad as this is a big spring break week and everyone looking forward to cruise. :( It definitely sucks for those whose vacation will be impacted but in all honesty, the cruise ships are probably not the highest priority for the Port of Houston. They are the busiest cargo port in the country, and the impact on the oil industry will be huge if those tankers can't get in. Wonder when our gas prices will go up :confused: This will be a real economic mess if they don't reopen the shipping lanes soon. Then there are the poor little birds who are going to end up soaked in all this oily goop :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wegoswimcoach Posted March 23, 2014 #45 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Captain told us a little bit ago that we are still going to be here a while longer while the spill is cleaned up and the partially submerged barge is moved out of the way. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matj2000 Posted March 23, 2014 #46 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Its not a good thing when you feel lucky just to make it in or out of port. I hope this is just an off year for Houston/Galveston weather. Nothing would frustrate me as to wake up and still be in sitting. I feel very bad for the passengers aboard and I hope they get going soon and at least make it to Costa Maya .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted March 23, 2014 #47 Share Posted March 23, 2014 I agree there is no way the iteniary will stay the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellebaby Posted March 23, 2014 #48 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Just saw the latest news report and now they are trying to minimize oil spill and environmental impact, putting out booms etc. I don't think this ship will be able to get out at all. They may just have to cancel cruise and get pax off the ship. Feel bad as this is a big spring break week and everyone looking forward to cruise. :( Unless they start making more progress, I see this as a possibility. Also, unless they can get the Carnival and Royal Caribbean ships into Galveston, they could possibly be diverted to New Orleans. Just saying.. B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeautifulPlumage Posted March 23, 2014 #49 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Rats. My friend is on board and it's her first cruise. What a bummer of an introduction to cruising. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenie082756 Posted March 23, 2014 #50 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Seems we are stuck here overnight. Really hoping we don't change the itinerary! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Forgive me for not knowing, but which port?:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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