Villageidiot

Look at a one way car rental to the port. I know Hertz has a location close to the port. Good luck and enjoy the cruise.

On 3/26/2024 at 2:23 PM, WAAAYTOOO said:

I’m going to be on EX for 23 days (Miami) next month and have decided to use Premier parking 250 SE 3rd St Miami (305) 220 2686.  Honestly, I cannot recall exactly how much is it costing, per day, but I think it’s less than $15/day for the covered parking option.  They have a shuttle to take you to the port and back to the garage.  We usually just park at the terminal but $35/day for 24 days is just toooo much.  I know that this option is less than half of what it would cost at the Royal parking lot. You do need reservations at Premier.

Sorry but I don’t have any experience with offsite parking at Port Everglades.

I've used them 3 times for cruises. I believe last cruise was $125 for 9 days. The parking is very safe IMHO, the only issue was returning on the shuttle last cruise. We were at terminal G and had an extended wait as their shuttles filled at the other terminals and didn't stop at G. But we got back to the car in under an hour after disembarking.

I wouldn't worry about it, most people on the cruise will be more concerned with getting a seat by the pool or a good seat for the show. 

I've stayed at the Place d'Armes which is near Jackson Square and a block from Cafe Du Monde. Really easy to walk the quarter from the hotel. If you're looking for a place near the port then I would book the Hilton.

Proud to say zero points. Casinos are too smoky for me.

On 3/8/2024 at 11:16 PM, Mark_A said:

Southern Caribbean on Odyssey from FLL.   It is 8 days and normally goes to Aruba and Curacao.  I have to fly wherever I cruise from, as I live in Colorado.  Although I Did drive to Galveston once.  Once...       Odyssey is one of my favorites.  love the playmakers and the sportsplex.  

Just did this cruise and I loved the ship and the ports. Only change I would make is to avoid a school holiday week.

9 hours ago, Simon84 said:

We will be in the Eastern Caribbean in just over 3 weeks. Can anyone tell me how warm the sea is likely to be at the back end of March please?

Try this website

https://www.seatemperature.org/

They retake our photos at the terminal even if we successfully upload them. Don't worry

If a lot of ships are in port traffic can be really bad. Might be easier to let someone else drive you to the ship. Parking runs $22 per day if I remember correctly.

I'll join

Odyssey 17th

As GregD noted you can do this. Which port and from where approximately? How many days to drive there? Use one of the travel sites and run the scenarios to see if it is economically viable. Probably going to run you $200 - $250 each way if you are going to Florida.

On 1/29/2024 at 12:29 PM, Bruin Steve said:

Buy the wider ones that say they are for Princess, Carnival, HAL, etc. 

This is what I should have done. Had to get creative to make the Princess tags fit on our cruise from Sydney to New Zealand.

6 hours ago, Phillip Diamond Plus said:

We are still looking forward to this our first Transatlantic cruise!  We would love for anyone who has sailed Explorer transatlantic to share information.

Did the TA from Miami last year on Explorer. We really enjoyed the cruise. Just did the Eastern Caribbean on her this month. Smaller ship but still a nice layout. What do you need to know?

We will usually pick our cabin but last year I found a great price for a GTY balcony on a TA cruise. Saved about $900/PP. We were happy with the cabin we were assigned. Did a GTY again this February and no problems with the cabin assigned again. For us the savings were worth it as we are usually ok with forward or aft cabin selections. 

Promenade after the first show in the theater. Solarium from 10 - 4 on sea days.

Maybe in the sports bar if they have one. Check the app and see if it is listed on the daily activities. Hope they have it playing somewhere.

Earliest you can grab if you need to reserve dining, shows or any other issues. Later if you want access to your cabin right as you board. Planning to park at the port or off site? I park off site in Miami and there is a crush for their shuttles right at the start that can take some time to get through. If you have any issues standing for long periods I would arrive after the initial rush. Of course you won't have this issue if you park at the port. Enjoy your cruise

Will you have to clear customs in Rome? That could take up some time if you do. I'd fly in the day before if that is the only flight I could get.

19 minutes ago, tonyfsu21 said:

Open lot. This is the best option for T18.

Thanks

Is there a covered garage close to T18 or is the open lot the only real choice? Map images show the Palms garage to be a good distance away. Believe my cruise in January is using T18.

https://www.portseattle.org/SEAspotsaver

It's possible to make an appointment for TSA security in Seattle. Might help with any anxiety over timing you have. I haven't used it but have heard it works fairly well.

44 minutes ago, SpeedNoodles said:

 Most of your devices only need the charging cord.  I take a USB charging block.  I can plug 6 USB cords into it.  My needs are such that I have one that accommodates regular USB and USB-C cords.  You can find one that mirrors your needs. A European adapter is nice to have to utilize that other one.   

https://www.amazon.com/Charger-Adapter-Charging-Station-Extension/dp/B0BLR47PK5/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3QMDA0EP0AASG&keywords=usb%2Bpower%2Bhub&qid=1703090035&sprefix=usb%2Bpower%2Caps%2C140&sr=8-4&th=1

Fill out the special needs form before you sail so that they know to have an extension cord (and distilled water, if necessary) for the CPAP.  There is not an outlet near the bed.  You can fill out the form here:  https://www.royalcaribbean.com/resources/guest-special-needs

Good advice, I take a European adapter and an Australian adapter to get USB ports for charging. 

We did this tour in February but not through RCI. We booked with Native Choice and really enjoyed the tour. Native Choice was very reasonably priced and the guide was excellent. The bus was modern and air conditioned. Roads were good IIRC. Plenty of shade at the ruins.

3 hours ago, Koepper said:

 We stayed at the Place d’ Armes hotel.
 

Close to everything in the historic district but in a peaceful area.

 

I highly recommend it.

https://www.placedarmes.com/

Stayed there with my family years ago. Had a really nice stay and Cafe Du Monde is a short walk. Good recommendation

I was in Northern New York visiting my son and woke up to the same snow. Reminded me why we live in Tennessee now.