Snookieb Posted March 27 Report Share Posted March 27 Does Royal Caribbean Vision of the Seas have any insight on sailing from Baltimore on 5/25/24? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fastfaller Posted March 27 Report Share Posted March 27 2 hours ago, RCIfan1912 said: They can't have the port closed too long that for sure. The whole thing is a tragedy, but the port has to reopen ASAP. The are ships stuck in there. Yup, get ready for Gas and LNG prices to shoot up with that port closed. As far as cargo goes, I am sure NY and Virginia will pick up the slack. There will be some delays but things will start moving again. The bigger issue as you have stated is what is trapped in port . It will have to be off-loaded and trucked to a different port. RCIfan1912 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCIfan1912 Posted March 27 Report Share Posted March 27 15 minutes ago, Fastfaller said: Yup, get ready for Gas and LNG prices to shoot up with that port closed. As far as cargo goes, I am sure NY and Virginia will pick up the slack. There will be some delays but things will start moving again. The bigger issue as you have stated is what is trapped in port . It will have to be off-loaded and trucked to a different port. Trucks and railroad yup. That freight can just sit there waiting for the bridge to be cleared. I bet they get at least that middle span cleared pretty fast. I mean the entire cleanup doesn't have to be completed, just that span in the middle. Unfortunately they still have to recover the souls that were lost. That will be extremely sad and traumatized, the poor families. I started to read about them before but got too depressed and couldn't finish. DoomSlayer 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atricks Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 This story from a local news station in the Hampton Roads area mentions Royal has contacted the Half Moone Cruise Terminal at Norfolk about possibly using it for Vision, but no announcements one way or the other yet. https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/carnival-to-temporarily-move-baltimore-operations-to-norfolk/ WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fastfaller Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 1 hour ago, Atricks said: This story from a local news station in the Hampton Roads area mentions Royal has contacted the Half Moone Cruise Terminal at Norfolk about possibly using it for Vision, but no announcements one way or the other yet. https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/carnival-to-temporarily-move-baltimore-operations-to-norfolk/ Yes just heard reports they are going to Norfolk and bussing passengers back to Baltimore. PhillyLady and PPPJJ-GCVAB 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 Gotta think RC has to announce something soon as I'm sure they're getting hounded with questions both for the next cruises and more importantly the current one. RCIfan1912 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCIfan1912 Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 15 minutes ago, smokeybandit said: Gotta think RC has to announce something soon as I'm sure they're getting hounded with questions both for the next cruises and more importantly the current one. I'm baffled they haven't already. Maybe they are gonna sail right through it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 1 hour ago, RCIfan1912 said: I'm baffled they haven't already. Maybe they are gonna sail right through it? Why not? TXCoastPatriot and RCIfan1912 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 5 minutes ago, smokeybandit said: Why not? Too soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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RCIfan1912 Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 I just watched a video from a maritime expert and he said once everything is in place the port can be open in 5 days. I wouldn't doubt that either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 There are some reports that set sail passes for Vision's April 4 show Norfolk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 15 minutes ago, RCIfan1912 said: I just watched a video from a maritime expert and he said once everything is in place the port can be open in 5 days. I wouldn't doubt that either. I think once the ship is cleared out of the way, 5 days seems reasonable. RCIfan1912 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AT Hiker Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 Just got the confirmation - Vision is heading to Norfolk VA markinct and RCIfan1912 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCIfan1912 Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 Just now, AT Hiker said: Just got the confirmation - Vision is heading to Norfolk VA Oh wow, that's interesting and makes sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 Did they mention any compensation for changing travel plans to get to Norfolk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1978bucketlist Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 We are supposed to sail on Vision on 4/12. We are sailing out of Norfolk. RCIfan1912 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AT Hiker Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 @smokeybanditFlights & Travel Guests who booked flights and/or transfers through Royal Caribbean International that have been impacted will have arrangements rescheduled for them automatically. Our teams will provide you with your updated transfer details via email. If you’ve pre-purchased your air and transfers independently, please reach out to your carrier to arrange alternate accommodations. If you currently have pre-scheduled transportation for your arrival (such as a flight, train ticket, or rental car) and incur a change fee, we will cover up to $200 USD per person for domestic changes or up to $400 USD per person for international changes. Any new travel that you may need to purchase (flights, bus, train, or mileage) we will reimburse up to $200 USD. Please send your receipts to RoyalGuestRelations@rccl.com for review and reimbursement. smokeybandit 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 $200 towards airfare changes is pretty weak. Last minute prices could easily be a lot more than $200 more. Two weeks ago I changed a flight to fly in for a cruise a day earlier to avoid bad weather and I paid like $275 more for the new flight. markinct and SteveG 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atricks Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 App now saying Norfolk as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 There is a light hydraulic oil sheen visible in the water that's believed to be from the DALI's bow thruster. Currently, there is no current evidence of pollution or leakage. Over the next 24-48 hours the Coast Guard plans to make the crash site safe for salvage removal. That includes assessing and stabilizing the ship, which thus far has taken on no water. The second phase involves removing damaged containers from the ship, before removing bridge debris. From there, the Coast Guard will tow the DALI to Dundalk Marine Terminal. More than 1,000 members of the US Army Corps of Engineers have been activated to help clear debris, which consist of 2,900 feet of steel and concrete lodged at the bottom of the river. PhillyLady and RCIfan1912 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveG Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 We have confirmed that the Vision of the Seas will be leaving out of Norfolk for our April 12th sailing. RCL is dropping a day from the itinerary and only offering a $75 onboard credit for losing a day of cruising! Not happy with RCL RCIfan1912 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCIfan1912 Posted March 29 Report Share Posted March 29 What I'm kinda getting from this offer as compensation is Royal is basically saying this is entirely not our fault why should we take any hit but here take this. That's the vibe I'm getting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted March 29 Report Share Posted March 29 I know I wouldn't want to cancel my cruise merely due to the departure port changing. RCIfan1912 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottD Posted March 29 Author Report Share Posted March 29 Losing a day and a port stop on the cruise... So they are giving $200 for transportation from Baltimore\DC airports to Norfolk and 200 more if you have to change your flights- which A lot of people will have to do on the back end, now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottD Posted March 29 Author Report Share Posted March 29 There's also refunds and OBC being given... overall, I think they are offering a pretty good deal being it wasn't something they had any control over. PPPJJ-GCVAB, PhillyLady and dr martini 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChessE4 Posted March 29 Report Share Posted March 29 11 hours ago, SteveG said: We have confirmed that the Vision of the Seas will be leaving out of Norfolk for our April 12th sailing. RCL is dropping a day from the itinerary and only offering a $75 onboard credit for losing a day of cruising! Not happy with RCL My Allianz policy for a different cruise provided 100 for missed port. So 75 is close but certainly less. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted March 29 Report Share Posted March 29 If you can find your way to the missing port, you can sail on Vision next week Pattycruise, SpeedNoodles, PPPJJ-GCVAB and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPS Posted March 29 Report Share Posted March 29 1 hour ago, smokeybandit said: If you can find your way to the missing port, you can sail on Vision next week Oh boy! Cruise ship scavenger hunt! SpeedNoodles, PPPJJ-GCVAB and WAAAYTOOO 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted April 5 Report Share Posted April 5 The Army Corp of Engineers is planning on having the entire channel reopened by the end of May. WAAAYTOOO, Matt, markinct and 1 other 2 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fastfaller Posted April 6 Report Share Posted April 6 22 hours ago, smokeybandit said: The Army Corp of Engineers is planning on having the entire channel reopened by the end of May. I am actually surprised it will take that long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted April 6 Report Share Posted April 6 1 hour ago, Fastfaller said: I am actually surprised it will take that long. Easier to say "we finished early" than to apologize for being late. USCG Teacher, USFFrank, Southern Dan and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USCG Teacher Posted April 6 Report Share Posted April 6 11 hours ago, smokeybandit said: Easier to say "we finished early" than to apologize for being late. Under-promise and over-deliver! teddy, Southern Dan and RCIfan1912 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted April 20 Report Share Posted April 20 I've got a cruise on Vision in summer 2025 and the price for that dropped considerably today. I wonder if they're suddenly having issues selling that route? WAAAYTOOO and RCIfan1912 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chili Posted April 20 Report Share Posted April 20 55 minutes ago, smokeybandit said: I've got a cruise on Vision in summer 2025 and the price for that dropped considerably today. I wonder if they're suddenly having issues selling that route? Was that the bridge that restricted the height of cruise ships another one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted April 20 Report Share Posted April 20 38 minutes ago, Chili said: Was that the bridge that restricted the height of cruise ships another one Both are the same height. Chili 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweety Posted April 21 Report Share Posted April 21 5 hours ago, smokeybandit said: I've got a cruise on Vision in summer 2025 and the price for that dropped considerably today. I wonder if they're suddenly having issues selling that route? My spring break cruise is the same price. WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted Tuesday at 05:38 PM Report Share Posted Tuesday at 05:38 PM They are hoping to open a 35 foot channel this week, but that'll be for ships stuck in the harbor to get out. Then they'll close it again to get everything else cleared to go back to regular ops by the end of May. RCIfan1912 and WAAAYTOOO 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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