mar915 Posted February 9, 2016 #126 Share Posted February 9, 2016 The news is saying it is because they are trying to avoid more bad weather Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newbcruiser1 Posted February 10, 2016 #127 Share Posted February 10, 2016 They didn't overtly say but it sounds like a combo of port staffing and trying to avoid further bad weather. He's trying to keep us in the pocket of sunshine just off the edge of the storm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catinhat1st Posted February 10, 2016 #128 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Happy to hear you have already planned another trip!!!! I love your positivity. We need more people like you! Safe travels home! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jd10367 Posted February 10, 2016 #129 Share Posted February 10, 2016 (edited) Did they give you any specific reason why they are moving so slowly? Is it a mechanical issue or are they just trying to delay the arrival to coordinate with the port staffing? I think it's all three. This morning I noticed the port side azipod wasn't exactly blasting (whereas the starboard one was), and an officer said they might have done some damage to the stabilizers. So even if the weather was nice and the port was wide open, they probably wouldn't be flooring it. Edited February 10, 2016 by jd10367 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LovesCruising Posted February 10, 2016 #130 Share Posted February 10, 2016 I hope you make it back here in time for your afternoon flights on Wednesday - news is reporting you may not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted February 10, 2016 #131 Share Posted February 10, 2016 They didn't overtly say but it sounds like a combo of port staffing and trying to avoid further bad weather. He's trying to keep us in the pocket of sunshine just off the edge of the storm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ESN Posted February 10, 2016 #132 Share Posted February 10, 2016 I know almost nothing about ship engineering so excuse me if this is a stupid question , but aren't stabilizers important in a ship of this size? Would that be the kind of thing that can be repaired in 48 hours? The soonest that they will prob know anything is mid day Thursday I am guessing. Just wish we had more concrete / reliable info - then we could make alternate plans - but can't really do anything unless there is a definitive cancellation by RC as I don't want to lose all the money we spent for the trip There is really nothing we can do but wait which is frustrating - First world problems I know :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted February 10, 2016 #133 Share Posted February 10, 2016 I know almost nothing about ship engineering so excuse me if this is a stupid question , but aren't stabilizers important in a ship of this size? Would that be the kind of thing that can be repaired in 48 hours? The soonest that they will prob know anything is mid day Thursday I am guessing. Just wish we had more concrete / reliable info - then we could make alternate plans - but can't really do anything unless there is a definitive cancellation by RC as I don't want to lose all the money we spent for the trip There is really nothing we can do but wait which is frustrating - First world problems I know :) ESN, PLEASE join your Roll Call: http://www.boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2151613 It's your "go-to" spot! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bedazzler Posted February 10, 2016 Author #134 Share Posted February 10, 2016 I know almost nothing about ship engineering so excuse me if this is a stupid question , but aren't stabilizers important in a ship of this size? Would that be the kind of thing that can be repaired in 48 hours? The soonest that they will prob know anything is mid day Thursday I am guessing. Just wish we had more concrete / reliable info - then we could make alternate plans - but can't really do anything unless there is a definitive cancellation by RC as I don't want to lose all the money we spent for the trip There is really nothing we can do but wait which is frustrating - First world problems I know :) We were on a cruise on Allure in December 2013 where the stabilizers were out. Couldn't even really tell. I wouldn't say they're tremendously important. I'm not sure if they'll cancel the following cruise because of it or not though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meadowlander Posted February 10, 2016 #135 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Latest Update from the Captain: Picking up the pilot at 6pm tomorrow, docking at 9pm in Bayonne, and we can either do express disembarkation up till midnight tomorrow, or stay onboard until Thursday morning when it will be regular disembarkation. They'll also have free shuttles to EWR. The girl at guest services (activities staff who is manning the outside as they're not letting anyone get into guest services...) said that the cruise line will pay any airline change fees, but not for an actual new ticket. So my new ticket I purchased for tomorrow at noon will be out of my own pocket (or my insurance) but if there's a fee to move that to Thursday, RCI will pick up the tab. Apparently there will be a show on channel 22 on the ship starting at 10pm with more information. So sorry that your vacation and all the others on the ship with you was impacted so negatively, I know you were so looking forward to being on the ship. I would not have wanted to experience what you all went through! Hoping things go much better for you from this point on. Thanks for informing us , it is much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
internetwhiz Posted February 10, 2016 #136 Share Posted February 10, 2016 So sorry that your vacation and all the others on the ship with you was impacted so negatively, I know you were so looking forward to being on the ship. I would not have wanted to experience what you all went through! Hoping things go much better for you from this point on. Thanks for informing us , it is much appreciated. Agreed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Hawkstar33 Posted February 10, 2016 #137 Share Posted February 10, 2016 There is some snow predicted for the area overnight. I think that the ship took a beating. There is no doubt obvious damage. If there was excessive operational damage, I don't believe they would be sailing unescorted. I also don't think they would broadcast the full extent of any damage. They do not want to add any more stress, to 6000 people that just went thru the cruise ride of the century. It looks like they will probably have a line of dumpsters at port for all the broken glass, furniture etc. One thing for sure. If there are stabilizers on a ship, they are necessary. If they are used, hold on, there is good reason. If something like that is in fact damaged, it may not be a quick fix. Glad everyone is for the most part okay. That was one hell of a storm. Whomever it was that held that ship together against those conditions should be applauded. As well as the rest of the crew. Nobody signs on for that kind of duty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BND Posted February 10, 2016 #138 Share Posted February 10, 2016 (edited) We've been in 30 foot seas with 80+mph winds and there was some cosmetic damage but nothing else. Stabilizers aren't damaged by water motion. Stabilizers can be damaged by running into something but they are meant to be out in the sea. Also, just because you see high waves and roiling on the surface doesn't mean anything a few feet down. My guess is they're taking their time getting back due to a combination of issues, port workers, supplies, customs agents, and weather north of them. Stabilizers don't make all sea conditions feel smooth. The ship is more than capable of handling those seas. Why do some always have to be so negative? Edited February 10, 2016 by BND Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GPoll189 Posted February 10, 2016 #139 Share Posted February 10, 2016 A ship can sail without stabilizers. They will not dry dock a ship if a stabilizer is out of order. I was onboard the Explorer of the Seas and during the bridge tour I noticed a note on the captain's consul that states that one of the stabilizers were out of order. People think that the stabilizers are out at all times. However, this belief isn't true. Actually the stablizers are out for about only 10% of the time. Usually they are placed to help with turning the ship so the ship doesn't lean to much and also during rough weather, but during normal sailing they are retracted. They cause drag which slows down the ship and burns more fuel. If there is damage to the stabilizer and no other damage the ship will go out on its next voyage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted February 10, 2016 #140 Share Posted February 10, 2016 They do not want to add any more stress, to 6000 people that just went thru the cruise ride of the century. It looks like they will probably have a line of dumpsters at port for all the broken glass, furniture etc. You can dial down the drama a bit. The final Concordia customers would certainly disagree. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arzeena Posted February 10, 2016 #141 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Wishing everyone onboard a safe journey back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kite99 Posted February 10, 2016 #142 Share Posted February 10, 2016 It's all good. We get another free day onboard (wish pools were open though). And Abe the cruise director just announced drink special would be a "Mexican Roadrunner" - tequila and prune juice (he was just kidding... The guy cracks me up) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mar915 Posted February 10, 2016 #143 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Do they have the restaurants up and running or just the Windjamer. Glad it is going well with you guys, have a safe trip home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willysgrandma Posted February 10, 2016 #144 Share Posted February 10, 2016 I did purchase the cruise insurance through Royal Caribbean. After talking with them on the phone/guest services for hours (and racking up a $400 phone bill charged to the room - which thankfully is free since everyone had to change their plans) nobody could tell me that it was covered...just that it would be covered if I had purchased airfare through RCCL, which I didn't because I had FF points. When you get home, file a claim with the insurance company for trip interruption. Royal used to brag that their insurance covers air even if you booked on your own. If that has changed I don't recall seeing anything announced. The worst they can do is deny the claim and the best is they will reimburse you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trainman52 Posted February 10, 2016 #145 Share Posted February 10, 2016 WCBS 880 radio in NY just announced that Anthem would not dock until 9:30PM due to high than expected winds. Does anyone ON BOARD have any further info? Stay safe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kite99 Posted February 10, 2016 #146 Share Posted February 10, 2016 (edited) Restaurants and Windjammer all up and running. It's the lack of pools that's been bumming me out... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Edited February 10, 2016 by Kite99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruise47 Posted February 10, 2016 #147 Share Posted February 10, 2016 To all aboard just be safe and pray that you will be home in a day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kite99 Posted February 10, 2016 #148 Share Posted February 10, 2016 I feel so bad for the poor bartender by the outside pool bar. There is snow coming down lightly, nobody is out there (of course), and he looks pretty cold. Towel guys look a bit cold too Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocknsoul Posted February 10, 2016 #149 Share Posted February 10, 2016 There are few things that would ruin a cruise for me. My heart sank for you when I read this. I'm thinking this experience might have been one of those few things?:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
summersigh Posted February 10, 2016 #150 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Wednesday at 10:25am she's offshore between Atlantic City & Tom's River going 6.9K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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