Abbabug Posted December 30, 2016 #1 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Good morning everyone, We arrived early this morning for today's sailing of the Freedom of the Seas. However, our luggage did not arrive. Delta said they will ship the luggage on the next SEA to FLL flight. Unfortunately, it means that we will not have our luggage prior to departing. It may catch up to us at a port of call. We do not have a vehicle. What would be the best, closest place to shop? We need clothing and toiletries. Tips anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac303 Posted December 30, 2016 #2 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Looks like the Southport shopping Mall is the closest to the port. 1303 SE 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brenderlou Posted December 30, 2016 #3 Share Posted December 30, 2016 (edited) I live in FLL, Go to Galleria Mall. Quick taxi ride and they have Macy's where you can pick up any clothes you need Sent from my iPhone using Forums Edited December 30, 2016 by brenderlou Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brenderlou Posted December 30, 2016 #4 Share Posted December 30, 2016 (edited) Looks like the Southport shopping Mall is the closest to the port. 1303 SE 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 Don't go to Southport, this is a strip mall with restaurants, grocery store etc. Galleria is you best bet for clothes. Macy's also has a luggage section as well. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Edited December 30, 2016 by brenderlou Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brenderlou Posted December 30, 2016 #5 Share Posted December 30, 2016 For toiletries, there is a Walgreens on almost every corner and one at the entrance to the port on SE 17th street. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bobmacliberty Posted December 30, 2016 #6 Share Posted December 30, 2016 That sucks. I'm not too familiar with the area but there's a CVS on the corner of 17th and Route 1. There's also a TJMaxx off 17th street behind the Embassy Suites. Looking at Google Maps, the nearest full shopping mall might be Pembroke Lakes Mall on Pines Blvd near I-75. That appears to be a big shopping area. It's about a 30 min drive from the airport. Hopefully someone with more knowledge of the area will reply. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molly361 Posted December 30, 2016 #7 Share Posted December 30, 2016 (edited) There is also the Broward Mall and Sawgrass Mills Edited December 30, 2016 by molly361 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brenderlou Posted December 30, 2016 #8 Share Posted December 30, 2016 That sucks. I'm not too familiar with the area but there's a CVS on the corner of 17th and Route 1. There's also a TJMaxx off 17th street behind the Embassy Suites. Looking at Google Maps, the nearest full shopping mall might be Pembroke Lakes Mall on Pines Blvd near I-75. That appears to be a big shopping area. It's about a 30 min drive from the airport. Hopefully someone with more knowledge of the area will reply. Good luck. Galleria Mall is maybe a 10 min ride and is in FLL on Sunrise Blvd. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac303 Posted December 30, 2016 #9 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Don't go to Southport, this is a strip mall with restaurants, grocery store etc. Galleria is you best bet for clothes. Macy's also has a luggage section as well. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Thanks for correcting that, I guess google isn't always your friend Mac Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zooguy Posted December 30, 2016 #10 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Try Ross on 17th. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goneclear Posted December 30, 2016 #11 Share Posted December 30, 2016 I agree with the Galleria Mall option. Close and convenient. There is also a Publix across the road from the mall and a large CVS next to the mall on the western side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abbabug Posted December 30, 2016 Author #12 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Thank you all! Galleria it is. I hope they open at 9am. We are taking a quick nap at the Ramada right now .....will probably have to check out shortly and start shopping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremiah1212 Posted December 30, 2016 #13 Share Posted December 30, 2016 What a nightmare! The Galleria will have what you need to get you through a few days. There is a CVS right across from the Macy's too. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abbabug Posted December 30, 2016 Author #14 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Our Ramada reservation includes a shuttle ride to the port. Should we leave carry ons at Ramada, taxi over to Galleria to shop then taxi back to Ramada for the last 12:45 shuttle ride? Or should we just haul (taxi) everything and everyone over to Galleria then taxi over to the port? The brains are a little tired this morning and can't seem to make decisions on the smallest thing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
39august Posted December 30, 2016 #15 Share Posted December 30, 2016 (edited) Guest Services on the ship will give you a small packet of emergency toiletries including toothbrushes and toothpaste. However,the deodorant is tiny and the razor horrible. They will also likely give you a couple of tee shirts. And I would tote everything to the Galleria and taxi from there to the port. Hope you have travel insurance that will reimburse you for your expenses. Be sure to keep every receipt. Edited December 30, 2016 by 39august Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted December 30, 2016 #16 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Our Ramada reservation includes a shuttle ride to the port. Should we leave carry ons at Ramada, taxi over to Galleria to shop then taxi back to Ramada for the last 12:45 shuttle ride? Or should we just haul (taxi) everything and everyone over to Galleria then taxi over to the port? The brains are a little tired this morning and can't seem to make decisions on the smallest thing! I'd take everything with you so you can take as much time as you want at the mall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margy23 Posted December 30, 2016 #17 Share Posted December 30, 2016 I'm really impressed with your positive attitude and predict you will have a wonderful cruise. Would you please post the final chapter afterward- shopping experience, if and where your luggage catches up with you, new ideas about how to do more with less, etc. Bon Voyage! Margy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
csnarpy Posted December 30, 2016 #18 Share Posted December 30, 2016 (edited) Had this happen on my cruise with Liberty, earlier this month. My wife got her bag, but nothing for me. After a long story of fiascos, my bag beat me back home, never opened once during our trip. Macy's has everything, and Walgreens has everything else. I rented a suit on the boat ($57) for the week and bought additionals on the promenade. Needless to say it was an adventure and prob one of my favorited cruises! I suggest, stay calm and just roll with it. Please keep the mindset that you will not get your bags thus disappointment not eat you up. Sure helped me a lot. Good luck! Edited December 30, 2016 by csnarpy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellieann5 Posted December 30, 2016 #19 Share Posted December 30, 2016 New clothes! And the pictures will be so fun (and funny)! AND...at least it's after Christmas while everything is on sale! Get some good stuff! (-: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfcathorse Posted December 30, 2016 #20 Share Posted December 30, 2016 please let us know which port Delta got your luggage to you. Make sure Guest Services knows some luggage is going to show up at a port for you, they will have to contact their port agent to go to the airport to look for it. This mishap is why I always pack some clothing in my carry-on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted December 30, 2016 #21 Share Posted December 30, 2016 (edited) At least you have some time to buy something before hitting the sea! That's a HUGE plus! Good luck getting your luggage from the airlines. I certainly hope they will be refunding any baggage costs you might have been charged! When we fly, we always pack 2 bags, and we cross-pack, so if one goes missing, we each still have something! Edited December 30, 2016 by cb at sea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sg1phileshipper Posted December 30, 2016 #22 Share Posted December 30, 2016 You have a great attitude! Have a wonderful cruise Cindy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COMBOY Posted December 30, 2016 #23 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Good morning everyone, We arrived early this morning for today's sailing of the Freedom of the Seas. However, our luggage did not arrive. Delta said they will ship the luggage on the next SEA to FLL flight. Unfortunately, it means that we will not have our luggage prior to departing. It may catch up to us at a port of call. We do not have a vehicle. What would be the best, closest place to shop? We need clothing and toiletries. Tips anyone? The first thing you should do once you board the ship is go to guest relations and have them make a copy of your lost luggage claim with Delta. RCI will coordinate with Delta to get your luggage to the first port of call; but they need the claim to track your luggage. Also, remember you can purchase additional clothing and toiletries in the ship's shops. RCI may also provide emergency toiletry kits, etc. Just ask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debitoo Posted December 30, 2016 #24 Share Posted December 30, 2016 (edited) Just wanted to tell you good luck! You are going through every cruisers worst nightmare. Love your attitude. :D Please report back how everything worked out. Enjoy your cruise! Edited December 30, 2016 by debitoo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bars7816 Posted December 30, 2016 #25 Share Posted December 30, 2016 Good morning everyone, We arrived early this morning for today's sailing of the Freedom of the Seas. However, our luggage did not arrive. Delta said they will ship the luggage on the next SEA to FLL flight. Unfortunately, it means that we will not have our luggage prior to departing. It may catch up to us at a port of call. We do not have a vehicle. What would be the best, closest place to shop? We need clothing and toiletries. Tips anyone? You've had 3 great bits of advice: Insurance, cross-pack, and one set of clothes each in your carryons. We'll be flying SEA to FLL on Alaska air -- now you've got me worried! Haven't had this happen in 30 years and that was on the way home. Hawaii to Seattle. We lived in the tooliedingles, but it only took a week or so to have the bag delivered to our door by the pony express -- maybe it was a truck. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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