Thoughts on sailing out of NYC in December

[SugarAim2]

Hi- What are everyone's thoughts on cruising out of New York in December? What can be expected in terms of rough seas? When does it usually warm up, Day 3 or Day 2?

 

Thanks!

[markf]

By Noon the first full day you will be at the equivalent of Cape Hatteras--you should start feeling warmer each hour from there on--Of course if it is one of those winter days when it is 30 degrees in northern Fla--then you will be out of luck

[smeyer418]

The Sea is normally pretty active until you pass Cape Hatteras as well.

[Budget Queen]

But coming into NYC a day early or staying later, offers wonderful NYC at Christmas time. Don't miss it. :)

[BlueHerons]

Expect to pay $400 for a moderate hotel in December in Manhattan.

 

Once you get into the Gulf Stream it will warm up considerably.

[scottie99]

Excuse my ignorance , but as we are doing Noordam from NY in January where is Cape Hatteras?

[smeyer418]

Excuse my ignorance , but as we are doing Noordam from NY in January where is Cape Hatteras?

 

North Carolina---- the graveyard of ships...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cape_Hatteras

[mdmomof7]

NYC Hotels - I've found several for mid December for about $250 a night. I arranged an overnight group bus tour for the Radio City Christmas Show & NBC Studios, shopping, etc., for the 17th and 18th. If you need the hotel list, post here and ask for my email or leave yours.

 

This time, we wound up staying in Jersey near the Meadowlands for $99/night, breakfast included, indoor pool. It's a straight shot into Midtown via the Lincoln tunnel. Can't beat that price!

[emmylou]

Scottie99

Thought you might like to see the Noordam.We were on her this past January.She is quite a ship.You will enjoy her.We did have high seas the first couple of days the it smoothed out.

Here is a link that cruise Dr.posted on the Noordam I am sure you will enjoy as much as we did.

emmy

 

 

The following is a link to an in-depth PhotoShow of the ms Noordam during her Christmas cruise last month.

 

Turn on your speakers, and maximize any windows that open. Enjoy!

 

http://photoshow.comcast.net/watch/uq3CE5KA

[scottie99]

Emmylou, thank you so much for taking the time to post the photoshow. The Noordam looks fantastic! We have cruised Rccl about 9 times, NCL 3. X once .& also Carnival and P& 0 twice but this is our first Holland America.

The Noordam looks to be up there with the best! Cant wait.

Thanks again!