tonyfsu21

Damn. I have a cruise booked on Virgin to Cuba next year. So long for that. I did however manage to get more Cuban cigars then 10 adults could ever smoke in a lifetime so I feel good about that. There will be many relaxing Key West & Fort Lauderdale evenings with a Cuban cigar in hand.... Guess the next move is to cancel our voyage on Mr Bransons scarlet lady.

I hope there’s no impact as I have yet to visit Havana.

What’s the “over/under” on going to Havana in 14 days based on the new travel restrictions? Not sure how this will affect the cruise industry.

In this case you may want to utilize the shuttle service. Its only a 10 min ride and 5 of those 10 minutes you will be in line at the port entry.

Yes, my point exactly. No time to get hung up on an activity. Might as well stay on the ship until last moment then head to airport. If you had a couple more hours and we’re familiar with the area, that would open up more possibilities.

Here’s a mark up for you to get a better idea. You will notice everything is within a close proximity to either I-595 or I-95 which makes it very easy to get to the port on sailing day.

I can help but need more information. Is your only criteria going to be reasonable cost and proximity? Your not looking for anything else? My suggestion without knowing anymore info is to look outside the 17th street area if you are looking for more reasonable pricing. I would venture out to Dania Pointe (Sterling Road & I-95) where they have many mid tier hotels (Hilton garden inn, Hampton Inn & other comparable brand chains). Don’t be so concerned about proximity as pretty much everything in the greater Fort Lauderdale area is within easy reach in a short time duration. I would search with the following boundaries: South: Dania East: n/a West: Plantation North: Pompano Beach If you have other criteria please let me know and I can help.

Hang out on the ship as long as possible then head to FLL. You might be a couple hours early but a 3pm departure doesn’t afford you much leisure time.

Yes, this was the scene at the port last Saturday. It’s always basically empty during the European cruise season.

+1 here!

Yep, tough call. Just a few weeks ago they held all passengers on Allure for a customs inspection. They didn’t leave the ship until a little before noon. Starbucks on 17th street tells you everything u need to know. On a weekend around 7:30am if you don’t see passengers and crew (for the WiFi) en masse then there is a customs snafu. I used to see Mohammed the Harmony suite concierge (and now diamond concierge) there every Sat am and say “hi”.

If your booked in a suite and have the concierge escort you off the ship or you are downstairs with your baggage in hand very early (like before 6 am) you will be ok. The airport is really close but there’s other factors involved like a potential customs issue that may delay you. I think you will be ok with a 10:15 am departure on a weekend w/o traffic.

No problem on a weekend departure from the traffic standpoint. Weekdays I would be cautious booking anything outbound before noon.

Haha. Yes there are the North and South routes I believe. This would be the North route with stops at birch park and Bokampers Sports Bar & Grill. If you accidentally head South again get off at Margaritaville Hotel and take a walk on the Hollywood boardwalk.

FYI: great stop on the water taxi. Birch Park has a walkable loop around a tree lined state park. There’s also a bar & grill (park & ocean) and beach access. If your in town just hop on the water taxi and enjoy a quiet afternoon at this park. I try to get here at least once every couple weeks.

You “might” find a younger crowd of more party oriented and late night people coming out of Miami. I would say Navigator is the better choice. Also, pool deck on Navi is pretty awesome!

I just saw that the Embassy Suites on 17th is getting ready to start a complete makeover this Summer. This will certainly add a premium to the nightly rate once complete.

Anyone know the website for checking your active club royale offers?

I think Skypad was an activity solution for ships other then Oasis Class due to space restrictions. Skypad offered the most value with less real estate. Just my opinion.

How are you checking status?

I can help you but I need more information. Cruise leaves Sunday? Where do you want to stay (beach, port area,exc)? Budget conscious? Are you looking to experience Fort Lauderdale or is it just a stop? Some hotels allow you to park and take shuttle. Parking at Port is pricy but very very easy.

I agree. I think I like GIovannis table better! I’m excited to sail Oasis we have a CLS Thanksgiving 2020!

I think the entirety of the Oasis Class is perfection in its current form. Adding $168m in upgrades to an already amazing ship can only be a huge win for everyone!

Interesting timing. New Oasis Amp details show they are sticking with Giovanni’s Table in place of retrofitting a Jamie’s Italian. Coincidence?

The rental cars have a method to charge you for tolls so I wouldn’t be bothered with trying to find a sun pass.