c-legs Posted February 9, 2016 #1251 Share Posted February 9, 2016 To the OP's point: guest services employees,who are not always the first ones to know, might have mentionned ''drydock'', not fully aware that ''wetdock'' is often used to do cosmetics,hard goods and soft goods repairs,such as the ones ANTHEMN is in need of, So, guest services might have been right...wetdock till saturday to fix stuff, and NO, no guest onboard...( except they referred to ''drydock'' ). As quite a few other posters indicated, drydocking a behemoth like ANTHEM last minute is next to impossible, unless you cancel the next couple of voyages and allow enough time to A/ get to the yard ( at least 1 1/2 to 2 full days,using Freeport) , B/ do what's needed, the presumption being that structural and mechanical impairments have been spotted , C/ get back to Bayonne...... My opinion only Cheeers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YankeesFan224 Posted February 9, 2016 #1252 Share Posted February 9, 2016 On Saturday. February 6. Wow what a way to get broken in from Vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blondynka Posted February 9, 2016 #1253 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Poor Abe looked rattled. I know his wife was joining him on this sailing... Bad timing :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaosdreamer Posted February 9, 2016 #1254 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Have been trying to keep up with this thread this afternoon in an effort to stay informed on the situation. It saddens me to see a thread started by those on the ship for the purpose sharing their experience is being used by others to make it about them and how they've been wronged in some way by the cruise line. Having sailed most of the major cruise lines I'd be surprised if you found one you had no fault with. I've been cruising since the early 80s and, yes, it's not the same as it used to be. However, in January we sailed in a balcony cabin with beverage package included for not much more than we spent per person for an outside cabin in 1985. So, I don't expect the same experience I had in 1985. To those on the ship, I applaud your positive attitudes. Prayers for your safe travel back. Well said. :mad: I also wish everybody safe travels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debache Posted February 9, 2016 #1255 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Have been trying to keep up with this thread this afternoon in an effort to stay informed on the situation. It saddens me to see a thread started by those on the ship for the purpose sharing their experience is being used by others to make it about them and how they've been wronged in some way by the cruise line. Having sailed most of the major cruise lines I'd be surprised if you found one you had no fault with. I've been cruising since the early 80s and, yes, it's not the same as it used to be. However, in January we sailed in a balcony cabin with beverage package included for not much more than we spent per person for an outside cabin in 1985. So, I don't expect the same experience I had in 1985. To those on the ship, I applaud your positive attitudes. Prayers for your safe travel back. Exactly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted February 9, 2016 #1256 Share Posted February 9, 2016 I am pretty sure that I read all of the posts in this thread, and I don't remember reading anything that would justify calling him that indefensibly insulting word. And this is NOT because I know and love Abe personally. ;) He is never scared or nervous. He is the calmest person I have ever met. He soothed people who were purple with rage. And since THIS person (the one who said that, whom I questioned) wasn't on board, I can't imagine what made him think that he could/should describe the CD that way. JM-notintheleast-HO. USA TODAY "A very nervous cruise director kept coming on. He didn't sound very reassuring. He said, 'We are OK,'" Huschka said. Whoever "Huschka" is, or the writer of the article, was just going for the sensational. IMNITLHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DebiOliva Posted February 9, 2016 #1257 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Captain interview posted in another thread. Very defensive. Someone is worried about their future with the company... here is part 1 part 2 part 3 Wow !! Thanks!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisekmc Posted February 9, 2016 #1258 Share Posted February 9, 2016 I am pretty sure that I read all of the posts in this thread, and I don't remember reading anything that would justify calling him that indefensibly insulting word. And this is NOT because I know and love Abe personally. ;) He is never scared or nervous. He is the calmest person I have ever met. He soothed people who were purple with rage. And since THIS person (the one who said that, whom I questioned) wasn't on board, I can't imagine what made him think that he could/should describe the CD that way. JM-notintheleast-HO. :) Somewhere on CC people that were on the ship were posting that. I've read so many, I couldn't tell you which one..."live" maybe? I saw it earlier today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FSUNole Posted February 9, 2016 #1259 Share Posted February 9, 2016 (edited) Deleted... Edited February 9, 2016 by FSUNole Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted February 9, 2016 #1260 Share Posted February 9, 2016 (edited) Poor Abe looked rattled. I know his wife was joining him on this sailing... Bad timing :( He didn't look rattled to me. His wife, mother and brother all joined him on this cruise. Edited February 9, 2016 by Merion_Mom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powersboyee2 Posted February 9, 2016 #1261 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Maybe ..just maybe this captain isn't up to par.. I had the worst ride in all my 20 cruises.. 1/15 ..the CD said it was in his top 5 worst rides..makes you wonder? Good thing it's not the same person. MMMhmmmm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain bob Posted February 9, 2016 #1262 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Thanks. Can you control the azipods from the bridge wings? Now that would be a sight. ;) Yes, there a complete bridge controls on each bridge wing. On this class ship they are enclosed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxgoodrich Posted February 9, 2016 #1263 Share Posted February 9, 2016 (edited) No you are the idiot. It's important to investigate why the ship sailed, when a storm warning was issued by the weather service. Perhaps, a future tragedy could be averted. And perhaps you would be right if the ship were US flagged (it's not) and if it were in US waters (it wasn't.) The key initial in NTSB is the letter N, which stands for National, which refers to our country. I would not call you an idiot for not knowing those facts, though, just most likely misinformed. Judy Edited February 9, 2016 by foxgoodrich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NY212 Posted February 9, 2016 #1264 Share Posted February 9, 2016 There is cruel irony in that during a show called "We Will Rick You", that Mother Nature said, "oh yeah, I can do you one better".... :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I can't believe I missed that! 😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted February 9, 2016 #1265 Share Posted February 9, 2016 So, how much are those mini bottles of vodka on the ship? Royal does not sell mini bottles of spirits. Actually, Bob, on the Quantum (when she was in NJ) and the Anthem have booze in the mini-bar. And during the mess last night, when the Captain asked everyone to stay in their cabins, there was an announcement that everyone should enjoy the contents of their mini-bars, compliments of Royal Caribbean. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted February 9, 2016 #1266 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Yes, there a complete bridge controls on each bridge wing. On this class ship they are enclosed. That's no fun then. We had a balcony about 2 doors down fro the bridge and would watch them dock. You could practically hand them a cup of coffee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yogimax Posted February 9, 2016 #1267 Share Posted February 9, 2016 His wife, mother and brother all joined him on this cruise. MM - Just curious - how do you know? Were you on the cruise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYcruzzer Posted February 9, 2016 #1268 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Any news if the giraffe is okay btw? Funny you said that. DW and I thought for sure we would see a flying Giraffe on the navigation channel. Lol Making the best of it. Grateful to captain and crew for keeping us safe. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobie33 Posted February 9, 2016 #1269 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Doing Yacht delivery's on the east coast, you NEVER sail your boat west into the shallows of Cap Hatteras, not having local knowledge resulted in unnecessary risk to life and ship, calling the office in Miami and not the local coast guard for advise was not smart. Cat two winds shallow water, dumb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captainrobert Posted February 9, 2016 #1270 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Shaun thanks for sharing! Are you on board? How did you get hold of this video? Likely only available to passengers on board on TV in the staterooms, great stuff! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2CatsInFlorida Posted February 9, 2016 #1271 Share Posted February 9, 2016 (edited) And perhaps you would be right if the ship were US flagged (it's not) and if it were in US waters (it wasn't.) The key initial in NTSB is the letter N, which stands for National, which refers to our country. I would not call you an idiot for not knowing those facts, though, just most likely misinformed. Judy Senator Nelson is not an idiot as that poster wrote. You are misinformed. It does not matter where the ship is flagged, if it comes to US ports., it is subject to US regulations. And investigating possible crimes against Americans is always a US concern, regardless of where it occurred. Edited February 9, 2016 by 2CatsInFlorida Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquahound Posted February 9, 2016 #1272 Share Posted February 9, 2016 And perhaps you would be right if the ship were US flagged (it's not) and if it were in US waters (it wasn't.) The key initial in NTSB is the letter N, which stands for National, which refers to our country. I would not call you an idiot for not knowing those facts, though, just most likely misinformed. Judy Correct. Since there was no casualty, the folks who would look into this...if anyone...would be the ship's flag state. Even that's a stretch. USCG might get involved, but it would be limited to a safety inspection back in port. That's all. I'm a CG investigator and based on what I know so far, in no way would I feel compelled to get involved in this....and we share responsibilities through MOUs with NTSB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daghis Posted February 9, 2016 #1273 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Just curious -- has anyone had a cruise cancelled completely before? Did they refund your money, or give you future credit or what? I'm trying to recall what they did for Grandeur of the Seas cruisers after her fire on Memorial Day in 2013. Here's what I seem to recall happened: Cruisers on the affected sailing when the fire occurred were given a full refund and 100% future cruise credit. In addition, cruisers who had additional travel expenses, such as for changing air travel, had the extra costs reimbursed by Royal Caribbean. Cruisers on the next sailing were given a full refund and 50% future cruise credit. Cruisers the subsequent few sailings were given a full refund and 25% future cruise credit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYcruzzer Posted February 9, 2016 #1274 Share Posted February 9, 2016 MM - Just curious - how do you know? Were you on the cruise? I am on this ship. Abe said so in interview with captain. It was at end of interview when he complimented capt and crew for keeping calm during an obviously serious situation . Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquahound Posted February 9, 2016 #1275 Share Posted February 9, 2016 Senator Nelson is not an idiot as that poster wrote. You are misinformed. It does not matter where the ship is flagged, if it comes to US ports., it is subject to US regulations. And investigating possible crimes against Americans is always a US concern, regardless of where it occurred. That's true, but there is no allegation of a crime here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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