bUU Posted September 9, 2017 #1176 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Governor Scott now giving an update. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reallyitsmema Posted September 9, 2017 #1177 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Well, I've been following this thread since day 1, and Irma since she was "born" because of our date with Enchantment on the 15th and I'm burnt out! Seems we will sail as scheduled (fingers crossed). Flying in from JFK. I can share with you that at this point highest gusts for MIA forecasted from 11PM to 2AM is 50 knots. That's not bad at all considering where we were a few days ago! At this point our biggest concern is the condition of Enchantment and her crew (burnt out) after cramming 3000+ into a 2200 capacity vessel. Many didn't have a room to sleep last night. Great initiative by RC, but man that's a lot of folks on that ship. Anyway we're feeling grateful and lucky at this point and looking forward to next week. Thanks to all for the good info, however the detour in the thread over highway markings was a little off course! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Enchantment's double occupancy capacity is just over 2,200 passengers, its total capacity is 2,730. It seems they are even over that total capacity, but that 3,000 was an estimate someone posted. I don't see this crowd trashing the ship, they are sailing for free on their employers ship, they don't want to lose their jobs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoundForSea Posted September 9, 2017 #1178 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Enchantment's double occupancy capacity is just over 2,200 passengers, its total capacity is 2,730. It seems they are even over that total capacity, but that 3,000 was an estimate someone posted. I don't see this crowd trashing the ship, they are sailing for free on their employers ship, they don't want to lose their jobs. Agreed. I think I'm just concerned honestly more so for the crew. They're going to get a workout these few days, even if the Non Revs are easy pax, it's just a lot of people and they've been working hard to find beds for everyone. I feel like I didn't express how great I think RCI did with taking the non revs out to sea. The NCL Sky, dumped folks off (some able to get on the Escape and depart again) and sailed empty. NCL (and Carnival) have HQ in MIA as well, speaks volumes to me. Anyway, back to packing (which I'm really excited to be able to do!). Be safe everyone and for those on the west side of Fl, please be smart and safe. I've got two relatives living down there that refuse to leave a mandatory evacuation zone from Marco area. Not good. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgiaMom77 Posted September 9, 2017 #1179 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Hello all, I'm new to these boards, but have been glued to them since Hurricane Irma was formed. My prayers go out to everyone in the path of Irma. May you stay safe, dry, and with minimal damage. I was originally on the Oasis leaving tomorrow, but that has since been modified with a leave date of Tuesday the 12th. I'm no storm watcher nor an expert at weather forecasts but Tuesday seems like an unrealistic date. Is anyone else supposed to be sailing on that day thinking the same? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruiselvr04 Posted September 9, 2017 #1180 Share Posted September 9, 2017 I think it's wonderful Royal took its employees out of harms way. No worries about the ship. Trainman glad to hear you are safe from water. Hope the winds won't be too bad for you and you'll be safe from the storm. Our prayers are with all of you in the storms path. We love our visits to the Sunshine state. We are saddened to see all the destruction of the islands of the Caribbean we love so much. We also have a heart for our fellow Texans who have lost so much from Harvey. We moved our daughter and grandson from Houston just a month before the storms hit there. Sadly her old apartment was destroyed and so many of her friends lost everything. So many losses and more to come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted September 9, 2017 #1181 Share Posted September 9, 2017 At this point our biggest concern is the condition of Enchantment and her crew (burnt out) after cramming 3000+ into a 2200 capacity vessel. It is very unlikely RCI would ever sail with a ship at above lifeboat capacity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoundForSea Posted September 9, 2017 #1182 Share Posted September 9, 2017 It is very unlikely RCI would ever sail with a ship at above lifeboat capacity. I'm thinking what the precious poster said, I bet they're at the max double occupancy number, and someone threw out 3k. I'm sure they wouldn't do that. I bet there's controls built into the manifest software that doesn't allow someone to exceed that number. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reallyitsmema Posted September 9, 2017 #1183 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Agreed. I think I'm just concerned honestly more so for the crew. They're going to get a workout these few days, even if the Non Revs are easy pax, it's just a lot of people and they've been working hard to find beds for everyone. I feel like I didn't express how great I think RCI did with taking the non revs out to sea. The NCL Sky, dumped folks off (some able to get on the Escape and depart again) and sailed empty. NCL (and Carnival) have HQ in MIA as well, speaks volumes to me. Anyway, back to packing (which I'm really excited to be able to do!). Be safe everyone and for those on the west side of Fl, please be smart and safe. I've got two relatives living down there that refuse to leave a mandatory evacuation zone from Marco area. Not good. Sent from my iPhone using Forums The crew is definitely going to be busy! I bet it is a completely different demographic than they are used to seeing week to week though. I have family in Florida too. My Mom has a house in a mandatory evacuation zone but she is in NH, so she is safe, we will deal with the aftermath if she loses her house. My brother lives in central Florida and my nieces are also in central Florida and the panhandle. All are hunkering down and hoping for the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeBTN Posted September 9, 2017 #1184 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Hello all,I'm new to these boards, but have been glued to them since Hurricane Irma was formed. My prayers go out to everyone in the path of Irma. May you stay safe, dry, and with minimal damage. I was originally on the Oasis leaving tomorrow, but that has since been modified with a leave date of Tuesday the 12th. I'm no storm watcher nor an expert at weather forecasts but Tuesday seems like an unrealistic date. Is anyone else supposed to be sailing on that day thinking the same? The storm continues to barrel past original estimates, so it looks as if the east cost won't take as big of a hit as originally predicted. I would expect Port Canaveral will be just fine and open on Tuesday. Disney has also announced they'll likely be open on Tuesday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouhunter Posted September 9, 2017 #1185 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Agreed. I think I'm just concerned honestly more so for the crew. They're going to get a workout these few days, even if the Non Revs are easy pax, it's just a lot of people and they've been working hard to find beds for everyone. I feel like I didn't express how great I think RCI did with taking the non revs out to sea. The NCL Sky, dumped folks off (some able to get on the Escape and depart again) and sailed empty. NCL (and Carnival) have HQ in MIA as well, speaks volumes to me. Anyway, back to packing (which I'm really excited to be able to do!). Be safe everyone and for those on the west side of Fl, please be smart and safe. I've got two relatives living down there that refuse to leave a mandatory evacuation zone from Marco area. Not good. Sent from my iPhone using Forums We visit Marco Island every winter. It's so low, here's hoping they don't get much storm surge..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustBCruz Posted September 9, 2017 #1186 Share Posted September 9, 2017 (edited) Just watching the Key West web cam and saw two people walking around. Can't imagine trying to ride this out. http://www.keywestharborwebcam.com/ Edited September 9, 2017 by JustBCruz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouhunter Posted September 9, 2017 #1187 Share Posted September 9, 2017 (edited) Just watching the Key West web cam and saw two people walking around. Can't imagine trying to ride this out. Mallory Square cam is up for now. Just saw a guy riding around on a bike..... Edited September 9, 2017 by bouhunter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinfanatic Posted September 9, 2017 #1188 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Mallory Square cam is up for now. Just saw a guy riding around on a bike..... link? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted September 9, 2017 #1189 Share Posted September 9, 2017 link? http://www.keywestharborwebcam.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bUU Posted September 9, 2017 #1190 Share Posted September 9, 2017 link? http://www.keywestharborwebcam.com/ 7423 viewers. That's the most I've ever seen for any of PTZtv's webcams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouhunter Posted September 9, 2017 #1191 Share Posted September 9, 2017 link? Just edited my post to add link. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bUU Posted September 9, 2017 #1192 Share Posted September 9, 2017 http://www.keywestharborwebcam.com/ 7423 viewers. That's the most I've ever seen for any of PTZtv's webcams. Okay so I guess our posting this link just added 2500 viewers. :) It is now 10128. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattnvick Posted September 9, 2017 #1193 Share Posted September 9, 2017 http://www.keywestharborwebcam.com/ 7423 viewers. That's the most I've ever seen for any of PTZtv's webcams. 11.09am its now saying 10,502 viewers. I imagine if it stays working, that number will get condiderably larger before the storm is finished. Thoughts and prayers to everyone down there. Stay safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmdx2 Posted September 9, 2017 #1194 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Hello all, I'm new to these boards, but have been glued to them since Hurricane Irma was formed. My prayers go out to everyone in the path of Irma. May you stay safe, dry, and with minimal damage. I was originally on the Oasis leaving tomorrow, but that has since been modified with a leave date of Tuesday the 12th. I'm no storm watcher nor an expert at weather forecasts but Tuesday seems like an unrealistic date. Is anyone else supposed to be sailing on that day thinking the same? Doubt it. Seems unrealistic as roads may be washed out etc. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgiaMom77 Posted September 9, 2017 #1195 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Just received this update about the Oasis. UPDATE: Oasis of the Seas: September 10 Eastern Caribbean cruise The new departure date will now be on Wednesday, 9/13 and we will sail a 4-night itinerary to Cozumel, Mexico. We know this change is disappointing, and we are truly sorry. Should you choose to sail with us, your refund will be increased to 50% of your cruise fare paid in the form of a refundable onboard credit, as well as an additional 50% future cruise credit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dreadpirate3 Posted September 9, 2017 #1196 Share Posted September 9, 2017 11 AM Update I'm baking, and we're cooking ahead of any possible (very likely) power outages. We have supplies and have started boarding up, here in Orlando. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ONECRUISER Posted September 9, 2017 #1197 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Well, I've been following this thread since day 1, and Irma since she was "born" because of our date with Enchantment on the 15th and I'm burnt out! Seems we will sail as scheduled (fingers crossed). Flying in from JFK. I can share with you that at this point highest gusts for MIA forecasted from 11PM to 2AM is 50 knots. That's not bad at all considering where we were a few days ago! At this point our biggest concern is the condition of Enchantment and her crew (burnt out) after cramming 3000+ into a 2200 capacity vessel. Many didn't have a room to sleep last night. Great initiative by RC, but man that's a lot of folks on that ship. Anyway we're feeling grateful and lucky at this point and looking forward to next week. Thanks to all for the good info, however the detour in the thread over highway markings was a little off course! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk A poster on another link said everyone has a room now. Just took while into the nite to get everyone into one since this isn't a regular cuise. As others have said 2200 is double capacity but 3750 is the total bed count. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ptf2009 Posted September 9, 2017 #1198 Share Posted September 9, 2017 Just received this update about the Oasis. UPDATE: Oasis of the Seas: September 10 Eastern Caribbean cruise The new departure date will now be on Wednesday, 9/13 and we will sail a 4-night itinerary to Cozumel, Mexico. We know this change is disappointing, and we are truly sorry. Should you choose to sail with us, your refund will be increased to 50% of your cruise fare paid in the form of a refundable onboard credit, as well as an additional 50% future cruise credit. I wonder if Harmony is going to change to Wed. Sail date also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milwaukee Eight Posted September 9, 2017 #1199 Share Posted September 9, 2017 I'm thinking what the precious poster said, I bet they're at the max double occupancy number, and someone threw out 3k. I'm sure they wouldn't do that. I bet there's controls built into the manifest software that doesn't allow someone to exceed that number. Sent from my iPhone using Forums It was more #FAKENEWS People speculate and then it just adds to the stuff. Arm chair Yankees and ratings chasing media. After Matthew, all the media stopped in front of one of the few buildings that lost a roof. Media sensationalism. Facts only please. Guessing doesn't do good for anyone especially if your not here. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liberiben Posted September 9, 2017 #1200 Share Posted September 9, 2017 I wonder if Harmony is going to change to Wed. Sail date also. Not at this time, capitan just announced Tuesday was looking good due to the western turn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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