Me&R Posted December 11, 2008 #1 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Hi all! I am a complete cruise novice. My daughter and I are going on our first cruise on RC out of Bayonne, NJ this month. I'm still sifting through a lot of threads but I had a quesiton about parking. Given my location, driving to the port and parking is the most viable option. Are there any tips / coupons / vouchers I should know to try and save some $$$ on parking? It doesn't look like there's an option other than the port. Thanks all! X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ugen512 Posted December 11, 2008 #2 Share Posted December 11, 2008 You are correct, pier parking.. no discounts.. watch the signs. Its a lot cheaper then Port of NY. Have a nice cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue L Posted December 11, 2008 #3 Share Posted December 11, 2008 16$ per day, payable with cash, credit or debit card upfront, very easy very secure. There is no other option Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me&R Posted December 11, 2008 Author #4 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Thanks for the info... and the positive spin. I'm getting "cold feet" with all the additional costs I'm incurring, so the positivity is appreciated. Thanks again, X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pomperaugrr Posted December 11, 2008 #5 Share Posted December 11, 2008 We had a great experience with the parking. As was stated, it is one set fee. The car was close to the terminal and just as we had left it before the cruise. One tip is to stay to the left as you pass baggage drop off. You will get parked a bit quicker. We got there at 11:15 and were checked in and eating cookies by 11:45. We were able to board one of the first busses and were in the Windjammer by 12:20. Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchin Posted December 11, 2008 #6 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Is it a long walk from parking to the terminal entrance? We are sailing tomorrow and wonder if it's easier to park and walk our bags across versus dropping bags off then park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2NnB Posted December 11, 2008 #7 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Where do you go for just drop off? My Mom is dropping DH and I off, will we have to lug our bags a distance? Will she have a problem getting in and out or is the drop off area separate from the parking areas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue L Posted December 11, 2008 #8 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Where do you go for just drop off? My Mom is dropping DH and I off, will we have to lug our bags a distance? Will she have a problem getting in and out or is the drop off area separate from the parking areas? Very easy just pull up to the drop off area...you, hubby and luggage will get out and give your bags to the porter. Your mom will continue on right to the exit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
138east Posted December 11, 2008 #9 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Personally, I think you would be better off dropping off one person and the bags. The porters will be right there and you can tip them a couple of dollars and be done with it. They really want to move people in and out quickly. Where you will be able to park will depend on how early you get there and what spaces are available. My mother (who will be ninety in 2 weeks) has a handicapped placard, so we were able to park very close which was important for us. However, most of the close parking seemed to be handicapped and the regular parking is just a bit further away. However, it's probably no worse than being in the outer parking area of a mall at Christmas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tap_out Posted December 12, 2008 #10 Share Posted December 12, 2008 $16 A DAY! I could have swore the last time I cruised it was $9 or $11. Has it really been that long. Wasnt expecting to spend that much on parking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crosboro Posted December 12, 2008 #11 Share Posted December 12, 2008 Thanks for the info... and the positive spin. I'm getting "cold feet" with all the additional costs I'm incurring, so the positivity is appreciated. Thanks again, X I'm sure most of those on these boards feel your pain about the "additional costs". It all sounds so reasonable when you click the "sign-me-up" button, but then reality sets in. BUT, in reality, cruising is a blast and once you pony up for the extras, months later you look back and remember the fun time you had. And since you're driving, you've saved a bundle right there in air fares. Enjoy your cruise!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me&R Posted December 16, 2008 Author #12 Share Posted December 16, 2008 ...once you pony up for the extras, months later you look back and remember the fun time you had. This is very, very true. The imput is sincerely appreciated. Does anyone know if the parking charges tax (14%) on top of the $16? I've found a park n' sail at the Newark Best Western that's almost the same as paying just for parking. With the weather forecast calling for icy rain, it may be worth it. If there's tax, it's definately worth the hotel stay. Thanks! -X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
138east Posted December 16, 2008 #13 Share Posted December 16, 2008 The $16/day includes tax. If you want to stay over, look at Country Inns. Best Western has not gotten the best reviews, but look at Trip Advisor and see how it seems to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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