Rare Buffettfan 225 Posted November 12, 2005 #326 Share Posted November 12, 2005 I read about a mini golf course up the hill from where the flag pole was, Sally used to be an owner. Does this still exist, or plans on it opening? IF is does exist anyone been there, or know prices. If ships tender in, how far will it be away from where the dock used to be? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacerzfan Posted November 12, 2005 #327 Share Posted November 12, 2005 mini golf is up and running...minus a some vegatation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carey on Cozumel Posted November 12, 2005 #328 Share Posted November 12, 2005 Hi, I haven't been on this forum for awhile because I live on Cozumel and my husband, I and our two poodles weathered Wilma here on the island. It was a horrible nightmare. But we are safe. And many people we've talked to here since have far worse stories than ours. But I'm not here to complain. I'm here to tell you just a little bit about the miracle that's happened here on the island since the storm. After the storm it was really depressing. Everything seemed burned out and trashed and it seemed a hopeless job frankly to pull it all back together. No electricity, phone, running water. Gas rationing. It was quite something. But do you know that within one WEEK almost the entire town of San Miguel where I live had electricity again! And now, 21 days after the hurricane smashed dead on into us, the island has made a comeback the likes of which I've never experienced in my life. I am so moved by the energy and dedication of the local Cozumelenos. I've never seen anyone work so hard. 70% of the waterfront stores will be open by Nov 14. All the restaurants are open. There are beaches open and ready to receive people. And now, two days before the first cruiseships are coming in, the downtown businesses in conjunction with local government have decided to pull out all the stops and show you cruise passengers how very much they appreciate and want your business. There's going to be a week long party downtown where you'll be morring off shore and then tendering into the municipal pier. Children's ballet folkloric, mariachis, photographic displays, theatre groups, arts and crafts. It's a celebration for the community who has been working so hard to pull themselves up by their bootstraps. But also a special welcome to you guys who are coming to visit in spite of what you may have read in the media. To come and enjoy this sweet, welcoming island and know that the downtown area is very safe and you can walk back into town even at night with no fear whatsoever. I'm a woman and live in the town center and regularly go out late at night by myself. I don't know if I'm permitted to post a link but if so I thought people might like to read some of the press releases being put out this week by the local papers which I've translated from the Spanish and which may be viewed at: http://www.cozumelmycozumel.com/Pages/Cozumel/CozumelWilmaComeBackNewsReleases.htm Carey on Cozumel cozumelmycozumel.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
we3k9 Posted November 12, 2005 #329 Share Posted November 12, 2005 Caro, Im looking forward to being back in Cozumel. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruce-r Posted November 12, 2005 #330 Share Posted November 12, 2005 The vegetation has been damaged, but not the course. They will be open and grateful for your patronage. It is located on the 4th block in from the waterfront on the corner of Calle 1 south and 15th ave. According to the Cozumel map from http://www.cancunmap.com the price is $7 for adults and $5 for kids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elleluv Posted November 12, 2005 #331 Share Posted November 12, 2005 Yes, please do.... I think we are all anxious to hear everyone's reports when they get back. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frawgdawg26 Posted November 12, 2005 #332 Share Posted November 12, 2005 www.cometocozumel.com reports tehy will be open Tuesday, November 15th they report damage was minimal. HAVE FUN!!!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
settingsail Posted November 13, 2005 #333 Share Posted November 13, 2005 Hi Carey Thank you so much for the wonderful update . We are truely looking forward to coming . As of right now RCCL has not promised us that the Legend of the Seas will be there or not . The cruises on the Legend prior to us are going so we believe we are too .Too bad we are missing the party thou :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carey on Cozumel Posted November 13, 2005 #334 Share Posted November 13, 2005 Latest news via Por Esto de Q. Roo says the city has decided to give free prizes to the first two passengers off every cruiseship that comes into downtown Cozumel. I don't know how long this will go on but at least the week starting Nov 14. So elbow your way to the front of the line. The prizes are for future visits and include voachers for a free rental car, horseback ride and dive trip or Discover Scuba course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cozumel-Ian Posted November 13, 2005 #335 Share Posted November 13, 2005 Hi all Just to let you know I went to all the beach clubs yesterday and today and have just posted a report on what's open and how they look on my website: www.wilmacozumel.com Mao - keep checking with your cruise line as they may still be updating their schedules - and hopefully you'll be here in January after all! I'll be at the party tomorrow taking photos and talking to the first returning passengers to see what they think - a report should be on my site Tuesday - you can register for email updates on the homepage too... Best wishes from Cozumel Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weav02 Posted November 14, 2005 #336 Share Posted November 14, 2005 Solita, I see you have alot to do with the ships arriving, trying to figure out why the Mariner is not stopping at Cozumel on the 25th. I have been so dissappointed and from reading your posts don't understand why some boats can stop and some can't. Is there some reason the RC Mariner isn't stopping that you know of? who decides what boat stops and which doesn't. :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles4515 Posted November 14, 2005 #337 Share Posted November 14, 2005 Solita, I see you have alot to do with the ships arriving, trying to figure out why the Mariner is not stopping at Cozumel on the 25th. I have been so dissappointed and from reading your posts don't understand why some boats can stop and some can't. Is there some reason the RC Mariner isn't stopping that you know of? who decides what boat stops and which doesn't. :confused: Mariner and the other Voyager class ships are not stopping at this time because of the tendering. These ships are the largest with the most passengers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna PT Posted November 14, 2005 #338 Share Posted November 14, 2005 From what I can tell, the Voyager of the Seas is still going to Cozumel. I think those of us on the Mariner and Explorer just got the short end of the deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAO Posted November 14, 2005 #339 Share Posted November 14, 2005 Ok if Mariner and other Voyager class ships are to big with too many paxs to tender then the question IS When will the docks be repaired? I want to go to Cozumel on Feb. 3rd!!:confused: Maybe they will add Coz back on the itinerary if the docks are repaired. Anyone know what the projected time frame is? Thanx MAO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbbnb Posted November 14, 2005 #340 Share Posted November 14, 2005 Ian, Thanks for the info on Mr. Sanchos. I love your website it has helped me immensely. I think we will opt for Paradise Beach. Sorry we are missing the Party this week:rolleyes: We will be there on Tues the 22nd on the Mediterranea! Beth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris.czm Posted November 14, 2005 #341 Share Posted November 14, 2005 I know this has been mentioned here before, but the largest photo Gallery on the Destruction and Reconstruction of Cozumel Island, is available at http://eczm.com/wilma This website has consistent information and will be around as a reference point for years to come. The website is maintained by the Local Cozumel Wireless Internet Service Provider. You will also find Photographs of Before Hurricane Wilma Cozumel, including Streaming Video of the Puerta Maya and International Cruise Ship Piers. They Already have Updates and Pictures from the Downtown Square Party that occured Today. http://eczm.com/wilma/Three_Weeks_After_Hurricane_Wilma_Cozumel/Monday-Nov14/index.htm :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jd10367 Posted November 14, 2005 #342 Share Posted November 14, 2005 I've heard that the Atlantis Submersible will be re-opening around December 15th, and was looking for a little more detailed or inside info. My wife and I are taking our first cruise on 12/5 (RCCL Enchantment), and have a Cozumel port stop scheduled on 12/7 for which we've prepurchased the Atlantis excursion. At this point, I don't know if we're even docking at Cozumel or just getting an extra sea day (or a stop at Costa Maya instead); the Enchantment isn't one of the megaships, but with her stretch she's now almost 1000' so I don't know if they'd bring her in to tender from. I'm not going to worry too much about it, since I'm sure I won't know much until that week. If we do go to Cozumel and the sub is still not running, I assume RCCL will just credit the excursion back to my credit card. My wife and I will then have to find something else to do. We don't drink a lot, and aren't much for sun worshipping, and don't really plan to shop that much, so I think maybe we'd just grab a bite to eat and try that mini golf, if I can figure out where it is. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles4515 Posted November 14, 2005 #343 Share Posted November 14, 2005 From what I can tell, the Voyager of the Seas is still going to Cozumel. I think those of us on the Mariner and Explorer just got the short end of the deal. No. Voyager which was scheduled to call in Cozumel every other Thursday has had it's itinerary will be modified to spend Thursdays at sea and call at Nassau on Fridays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomewhereBeyondTheSea Posted November 14, 2005 #344 Share Posted November 14, 2005 Ok if Mariner and other Voyager class ships are to big with too many paxs to tender then the question IS When will the docks be repaired? I want to go to Cozumel on Feb. 3rd!!:confused: Maybe they will add Coz back on the itinerary if the docks are repaired. Anyone know what the projected time frame is? Thanx MAO Good question -I've been wondering the same myself. :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cozumel_Tom Posted November 15, 2005 #345 Share Posted November 15, 2005 Latest news via Por Esto de Q. Roo says the city has decided to give free prizes to the first two passengers off every cruiseship that comes into downtown Cozumel. I don't know how long this will go on but at least the week starting Nov 14. So elbow your way to the front of the line. The prizes are for future visits and include voachers for a free rental car, horseback ride and dive trip or Discover Scuba course. Well two of the lucky prize winners are members of Cruise Critic! Met Phyllis and Dennis on the beach today and they showed me all the certificates entitling them to their swag! http://www.kodakgallery.com/ShareLandingSignin.jsp?Uc=izzzrlw.wpukibw&Uy=-4x4wk0&Upost_signin=Slideshow.jsp%3Fmode%3Dfromshare&Ux=0 1st time posting pics and links to albums so I hope it works! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cozumel_Tom Posted November 15, 2005 #346 Share Posted November 15, 2005 Holy C***...it worked! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elleluv Posted November 15, 2005 #347 Share Posted November 15, 2005 Great pics, Tom! Thanks for posting them! Is the "neighbor" picture San Francisco beach? It seems like I had read somewhere that both Paradise Beach and Palm Beach were open today but that San Fran wasn't... is that right? That is one cute baby you have! I saw the picture of him that was posted on another thread....... He looks like he is going to be quite the flirt as he gets a little older! Trouble!! ;) Hope to be visiting you 1/4/2006 off Enchantment! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPete Posted November 15, 2005 #348 Share Posted November 15, 2005 Holy C***...it worked! LOOKS GREAT! All my times to C and have never been. Top of my list next time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruising forever Posted November 15, 2005 #349 Share Posted November 15, 2005 We'll be there in March! aye caramba!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blusky558 Posted November 15, 2005 #350 Share Posted November 15, 2005 Tom, Glad to see things progressing quickly. Baby Oliver Christian who you met and held when we visited in June says "Welcome" to Chrisian Lukas! My daughter keeps asking me when we are going back to PB, they loved it! We are thinking about a trip just to Coz sometime, it was so relaxing. Our best to your family and your hardworking staff, they've done amazing things in such a short period of time. Jodee from Wyoming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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