Luluwa Posted October 14, 2008 #1 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Returned Sunday from the Conquest and The Houston Bayport Pier was AWESOME! Clean & beautiful! We got there about 9:50 / 10:00, unloaded @ $2 per bag & parked @ $70 for the week. We did have to wait in the heat for a little while (20 min or so), but it was well worth it. We were quickly moved inside (VIP's) & the check in-process was the smoothest I’ve ever experienced! Carnival & Bayport had their act together. Disembarkation was also a breeze!!! It was so smooth!!! :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
runner15km Posted October 14, 2008 #2 Share Posted October 14, 2008 That is good news, hoping Houston lands a full time ship. It is a bit of a hassel to fly into Houston and then the 1-1 1/2 drive to Galveston. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
browneyes7 Posted October 14, 2008 #3 Share Posted October 14, 2008 We were on the second cruise out of Bayport. I thought the Bayport Terminal was very nice, and I loved the fact that we could park right by it and take our luggage across the street to the terminal. I, too, really hope a permanent ship comes to Bayport. I really think Texas needs more cruise ports. There are so many Texans who love to cruise!!!!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastTex Posted October 14, 2008 #4 Share Posted October 14, 2008 I, too, really hope a permanent ship comes to Bayport. I really think Texas needs more cruise ports. There are so many Texans who love to cruise!!!!:D Amen to that. Now if they'll only let us bring more than one bottle of liquor back into the state, things would be perfect. (PS only applies to Texans) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luluwa Posted October 14, 2008 Author #5 Share Posted October 14, 2008 :rolleyes: Here's the deal with bringing a permanent ship to Houston. A ship can only get so far in 4-5 or 7 days so the itinerary is virtually STILL the same as the Galveston itineraries, so why do it? It canabalizes the other ships. I'm thinking it doesn't make sense, but on the other hand, I don't think such a nice terminal should go to waste. Time will tell.:p Amen to that. Now if they'll only let us bring more than one bottle of liquor back into the state, things would be perfect. (PS only applies to Texans) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simplycruizen Posted October 14, 2008 #6 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Okay first. On the map I don't see Bayport, so I can't find a hotel near by to ask if they have a shuttle and a place to keep our car. What is it near? Also. I have never been on Conquest and am going Nov. 23rd. Do you like it? Does and don't's? We are bringing our two exchange students this time and they are 17. Any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Mach* Posted October 14, 2008 #7 Share Posted October 14, 2008 :rolleyes: Here's the deal with bringing a permanent ship to Houston. A ship can only get so far in 4-5 or 7 days so the itinerary is virtually STILL the same as the Galveston itineraries, so why do it? It canabalizes the other ships. I'm thinking it doesn't make sense, but on the other hand, I don't think such a nice terminal should go to waste. Time will tell.:p That's not necessarily the case. A ship CAN go farther afield but it requires either a longer cruise or fewer ports. I'd be thrilled with two southern ports and two sea days coming and going... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastTex Posted October 14, 2008 #8 Share Posted October 14, 2008 That's not necessarily the case. A ship CAN go farther afield but it requires either a longer cruise or fewer ports. I'd be thrilled with two southern ports and two sea days coming and going... Can I hear another AMEN to that......:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dane225 Posted October 14, 2008 #9 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Thanks for the update on the Bayport terminal!!! We will be leaving in 18 days!!!!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stircrzy Posted October 14, 2008 #10 Share Posted October 14, 2008 That's not necessarily the case. A ship CAN go farther afield but it requires either a longer cruise or fewer ports. I'd be thrilled with two southern ports and two sea days coming and going... When that comes along, let me know and I'll go with you! :) Also...are there plenty of porters at Bayport? I'm traveling with several 80+ year olds and I can't drag ALL of their luggage by myself!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikew0805 Posted October 14, 2008 #11 Share Posted October 14, 2008 I agree on the port, it is a beautiful terminal, and like how it is laid out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mudpievelour Posted October 14, 2008 #12 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Can I hear another AMEN to that......:) AMEN!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastTex Posted October 14, 2008 #13 Share Posted October 14, 2008 When that comes along, let me know and I'll go with you! :) Also...are there plenty of porters at Bayport? I'm traveling with several 80+ year olds and I can't drag ALL of their luggage by myself!! Use the pony in your picture :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stircrzy Posted October 14, 2008 #14 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Use the pony in your picture :D LOL! That's a DONKEY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastTex Posted October 14, 2008 #15 Share Posted October 14, 2008 LOL! That's a DONKEY! That's what I get for squinting. Time for those new reading glasses :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spaceflower77 Posted October 14, 2008 #16 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Returned Sunday from the Conquest and The Houston Bayport Pier was AWESOME! Clean & beautiful! We got there about 9:50 / 10:00, unloaded @ $2 per bag & parked @ $70 for the week. We did have to wait in the heat for a little while (20 min or so), but it was well worth it. We were quickly moved inside (VIP's) & the check in-process was the smoothest I’ve ever experienced! Carnival & Bayport had their act together. Disembarkation was also a breeze!!! It was so smooth!!! :p This is ALL very good to hear, as we are leaving from there very soon! I was concerned, as we'll have our kids with us this time, but it seems they have the kinks worked out now -- Sounds good, I plan to get there early, then! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisenewbie1 Posted October 14, 2008 #17 Share Posted October 14, 2008 We just got back on the Conquest. There were plenty of porters and security to direct you. Just make sure you have the tip money handy.have it in one pocket so you can just grab it quickly.We did self assist debarkation and it went smoothly. there were plenty of people in customs,plenty of people directing you.very well organized. Don't get there too early because they won't let you in the building to check in until they are ready for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nanuak Posted October 14, 2008 #18 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Can I hear another AMEN to that......:) AMEN! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinkerbellkkg Posted October 14, 2008 #19 Share Posted October 14, 2008 We just got back on the Conquest. There were plenty of porters and security to direct you. Just make sure you have the tip money handy.have it in one pocket so you can just grab it quickly.We did self assist debarkation and it went smoothly. there were plenty of people in customs,plenty of people directing you.very well organized. Don't get there too early because they won't let you in the building to check in until they are ready for you How early is too early? We like to arrive around 10 or 11 at the Galveston terminal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sappygirl Posted October 14, 2008 #20 Share Posted October 14, 2008 How early is too early? We like to arrive around 10 or 11 at the Galveston terminal. That is a good time to go. If you go to early there is no place to park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruzman Posted October 14, 2008 #21 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Is it just a coincidence that nearly every poster on this thread is from Texas? Just an observation folks; not calling anyone's voracity into question, lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Doug Posted October 14, 2008 #22 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Is it just a coincidence that nearly every poster on this thread is from Texas? Just an observation folks; not calling anyone's voracity into question, lol. I resemble that remark. I think that you will find that Texans make up a large portion of the Galveston/Houston Cruise market. Its only a 30 minute drive to the new Bayport terminal for us, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excitedcruiser Posted October 14, 2008 #23 Share Posted October 14, 2008 I too just got off the Conquest Sunday and I agree. It was the easiest embarkation and debarkation I have ever had. Cudos to Carnival for getting things together so fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunarky44 Posted October 14, 2008 #24 Share Posted October 14, 2008 I resemble that remark. I think that you will find that Texans make up a large portion of the Galveston/Houston Cruise market. Its only a 30 minute drive to the new Bayport terminal for us, I wish it was only 30 minute drive for us - Instead we will leave Saturday for an 8 hour drive - but that is ok - the ship will be waiting at the end of the rainbow and driving is cheaper than flying :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobnsons Posted October 15, 2008 #25 Share Posted October 15, 2008 I too just got off the Conquest Sunday and I agree. It was the easiest embarkation and debarkation I have ever had. Cudos to Carnival for getting things together so fast. You may also want to throw some at the Port of Houston, the termial complex is still about 6 months to a year away from completion and is running good now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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