Rezalien32 Posted January 2, 2009 #2876 Share Posted January 2, 2009 yst347...thanks SO much for the info, found it very useful! Just a quick apology for the multi-posts...not trying to hijack/hog the thread. Another family member was using my login :o and was not too familiar with forum etiquette. Couldn't find an edit button to delete/combine questions. Thanks again! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandRinTex Posted January 2, 2009 #2877 Share Posted January 2, 2009 You probably will be dropped off in front of the cruise terminal. Walgreen's is several blocks away, not within walking distance so best to bring what you need with you. Also many of the stores and shops near the cruise terminal have not recovered from Hurricane Ike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixgun8 Posted January 3, 2009 #2878 Share Posted January 3, 2009 We will be on Conquest for Spring Break of 09. Has anyone stayed in cabin 8343 before? Just wondering what kind of noise if any you hear from the Lido deck above. We had 8365 and didn't hear any noise at all. We were in bed usually by 10:30 to 11 every night except Mardigras and that was 2 AM. I think that would be the only noisy night to worry about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaCruiserFromtheATX Posted January 3, 2009 #2879 Share Posted January 3, 2009 Hey everyone i am going on a super bowl cruise on Feb 1st and i was wondering if anyone knows all the upgrades that will be happening on the conquest while in drydock? Also i heard ralph will no longer be on the conquest :(.Anyone heard who the new cruise director will be and if so is he any good? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixgun8 Posted January 3, 2009 #2880 Share Posted January 3, 2009 Hey everyone i am going on a super bowl cruise on Feb 1st and i was wondering if anyone knows all the upgrades that will be happening on the conquest while in drydock? Also i heard ralph will no longer be on the conquest :(.Anyone heard who the new cruise director will be and if so is he any good? Asst CD Kyle will accept a promotion and be the CD on the Conquest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purplefrogs Posted January 4, 2009 #2881 Share Posted January 4, 2009 For Jamaica we're thinking Dr.'s Cave. Any thoughts? We went to Drs. Cave beach on our trip last year and enjoyed our time there. The food, drinks and service were all good. If you are only going to spend a few hours at the beach this would be a good place to go since you don't have to spend too much money to get in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carolyn1950 Posted January 4, 2009 #2882 Share Posted January 4, 2009 Those cabins will be completely redesigned in the January dry dock. They will be very premium. That's quite an upgrade. Is the Conquest getting the sea side theater when she goes into dry dock? TIA.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sappygirl Posted January 4, 2009 #2883 Share Posted January 4, 2009 Is the Conquest getting the sea side theater when she goes into dry dock?TIA.. Yes she is:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozeman Posted January 4, 2009 #2884 Share Posted January 4, 2009 Is the Conquest getting the sea side theater when she goes into dry dock?TIA.. Yes:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
232271 Posted January 5, 2009 #2885 Share Posted January 5, 2009 Congratulations on your upcoming cruise. I'm sure you will enjoy the Conquest as much as we have. :) There really isn't any such thing as a free upgrade to call in about. If you booked a guarantee category where Carnival assigns your cabin, you could be upgraded to a higher category cabin. If you booked a specific cabin there is nearly no chance you will be moved for free. Carnival may offer you an upgrade for an extra fee. Your current cabin, 2334 is in a good mid-ship location. I'm sure you will like it. Doctor's Cave beach is located in downtown Montego Bay. It is a nice beach but doesn't offer any food or beverage services, just beach and bathrooms. You will need to take a cab there and back. It is about 15 minutes from the cruise pier which is located south of town. You can eat at Margaritaville which is only a short walk from Dr's Cave. Another option you should consider is Sinset Beach. It is located only a mile from the pier. It is an all-inclusive resort so your food and drinks are included. Last time we were there it cost $40 for adults and $20 for children. While this may sound steep compared to Dr's Cave, when you add everything up you will spend about the same for either. Sunset Beach has a nice water park for the kids to use as well as the beach. http://www.sunsetbeachresort.com/ Have a great cruise! :) it has been reported Sunset Beach is now $60 for adults, just in case...hopefully someone can confirm this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
232271 Posted January 5, 2009 #2886 Share Posted January 5, 2009 He's a keeper as a cruise director. Hope he's on the Conquest for a long time. If you mean Ralph? Nope he is going away. His assistant is taking over....cant remember his name though.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kittybork Posted January 5, 2009 #2887 Share Posted January 5, 2009 If you mean Ralph? Nope he is going away. His assistant is taking over....cant remember his name though.... Could it be Kurt or Kirk? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
232271 Posted January 5, 2009 #2888 Share Posted January 5, 2009 Could it be Kurt or Kirk? my hubby says Kirk sounds right....I am looking for my capers....I just had them:rolleyes:, hoping his name is in there: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
picomullet Posted January 5, 2009 #2889 Share Posted January 5, 2009 Which is better EZ Parking or Lighthouse Parking? Security? Thanks, Debby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waiting4acruise Posted January 5, 2009 #2890 Share Posted January 5, 2009 it has been reported Sunset Beach is now $60 for adults, just in case...hopefully someone can confirm this. If you mean Ralph? Nope he is going away. His assistant is taking over....cant remember his name though.... Sunset Beach is now $60. We paid that at the end of October. Ralpf's assistant Kyle will be taking over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoozeman Posted January 5, 2009 #2891 Share Posted January 5, 2009 Which is better EZ Parking or Lighthouse Parking? Security? Thanks, Debby IMHO- EZ Cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginag Posted January 5, 2009 #2892 Share Posted January 5, 2009 Which is better EZ Parking or Lighthouse Parking? Security? Thanks, Debby We used EZ a few weeks ago and were very impressed. Cindy and the gang were great to work with! We'll definitely use them again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conquistadora29 Posted January 5, 2009 #2893 Share Posted January 5, 2009 it has been reported Sunset Beach is now $60 for adults, just in case...hopefully someone can confirm this. Sunset Beach is now $60. We paid that at the end of October. Ralpf's assistant Kyle will be taking over. I spoke with my husband and he said we are going to do the Mayfield Falls/Dr.'s Cave/Margaritaville tour. With our 2 young boys I think they will enjoy that. For them if they are by the water they're good...don't need all the fancy stuff. :) I also read in a thread that Kyle would be taking over but my husband found another thread that said a Wee something or other would be taking over? Any findings from anyone else? I'll keep looking and see if I can verify.:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conquistadora29 Posted January 5, 2009 #2894 Share Posted January 5, 2009 I found the thread that says Wee Jimmy will be new CD. It's under "Cruise Director List 2008". Last post was Jan. 2009. ??? "Old September 24th, 2008, 01:04 PM techmom Cool Cruiser Wee Jimmy is back from vacation and on the Conquest again." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teachin4cruisemoney Posted January 5, 2009 #2895 Share Posted January 5, 2009 Hey Gang!!! We are lloking at booking the Conquest for the end of May or sometime in June. I know it's not the best time to book, but my husband and I teach, so we have to travel during breaks. We have two families that will be traveling from central Mississippi to Galveston. We have not booked yet, but we are trying to get everything in order before hand. We will be driving in on Saturday before the cruise leaves on Sunday. Does anybody out there have any hotel suggestions for Saturday night. Also, I've read a lot about parking, and it seems somewhat confusing. I'm wondering how different things are after the hurricane. I'm used to cruising out of New Orleans, so all of this is new--the ship, the travel--EVERYTHING!!! Any help/information that you could give would be GREATLY appreciated. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fighterone Posted January 5, 2009 #2896 Share Posted January 5, 2009 (edited) You could take some with you just to be safe. I always take two 6-packs of 20oz bottles on the Conquest. Hi Snoozeman I have 4 questions: Do you pack the 20 oz bottles or do you carry them with you? If you carry them with you, what kind of bag/cooler do you prefer? If you pack them what do you put them in? I have successfully packed a case of Ozarka Sports water in a box and labeled it to be sent to our room on the Voyager. Do you think I can do the same on the Conquest without a problem? Thanks for an answer by the best! Edited January 5, 2009 by Fighterone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rexi_wants_to_cruise Posted January 5, 2009 #2897 Share Posted January 5, 2009 If you choose the 5/31 cruise, we're on it as well. There's a thread for that cruise under the roll calls section. Sounds like a pretty fun group going. I can't help you with suggestions since we're newbies. What do you guys teach? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fighterone Posted January 5, 2009 #2898 Share Posted January 5, 2009 I don't know what liquor stores are near the port, but you can buy wine in most grocery stores (but not before noon on Sundays). If you are coming into Houston before Sunday, I would suggest stopping at a grocery store along the way, or look for a Spec's liquor store (http://www.specsonline.com/cgi-bin/snf?body=/cgi-bin/locate). They usually have great selection. If you are driving down from Houston, exit 45 south at Nasa Road 1 and on the south west corner there is/was a Fiesta liquor store. They have a decent selection there too or you could stop at the grocery store on 61st if Palm's liquor is not opened in that strip, yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
readytogo12/07 Posted January 5, 2009 #2899 Share Posted January 5, 2009 Conquistadora 29 - come join us on the 2/08/09 carnival roll call thread! We are trying to get a meet and greet going...would love to have you. Susan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conquistadora29 Posted January 5, 2009 #2900 Share Posted January 5, 2009 Thanks for noticing that I wasn't on there but actually, I'm RezAlien's wife! So I am on the roll call with him. I guess I could make a showing! :-) I am subscribed to that thread so I keep up with it. Thanks again for your thoughtfulness, you guys ROCK! :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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