bkirkham Posted January 25, 2015 Report Share Posted January 25, 2015 We will be flying to Galveston for our October sailing on the Navigator of the Seas. Does anyone have any experience with packing wine? I would like to bring the allowed 2 bottles, with one being a Prosecco (a dry sparkling dry white wine). Is it safe to pack these items in checked luggage wiht the change in air pressure? Last thing I would like is to have a bottle explode in flight and soak my clothes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted January 26, 2015 Report Share Posted January 26, 2015 I would not recommend checking bottles of wine. If you do, wrap them in sealable bags. You're better off buying wine in Houston or Galveston before the cruise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michelle Posted January 26, 2015 Report Share Posted January 26, 2015 agree- wine I do pack and wrap in plastic bags, then roll pants around them - sparkling I have done too but it can have an impact in the air, so agree with Matt and might want to wait on that one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc Posted January 27, 2015 Report Share Posted January 27, 2015 If you do want to check wine in your suitcase, I'd suggest looking into "wine diapers". I've not used them myself, but I've heard really good things about them. I see that Amazon sells them if you want to find some online. Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkirkham Posted January 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2015 If you do want to check wine in your suitcase, I'd suggest looking into "wine diapers". I've not used them myself, but I've heard really good things about them. I see that Amazon sells them if you want to find some online. Thanks Marc. I found them on amazon for 2 for $10, with prime shipping Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galveston Steve Posted January 27, 2015 Report Share Posted January 27, 2015 If you decide to purchase your wine in Galveston, I would suggest Spec's, "Texas' Superstore" for wine, beer, liquor, etc. They have a huge selection of wine and give a discount for using cash or debit card. It's about four miles from the cruise terminal. Spec's 2711 61st St Galveston, TX 77551 (409) 744-6327 markinct, michelle, Matt and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted January 27, 2015 Report Share Posted January 27, 2015 If you decide to purchase your wine in Galveston, I would suggest Spec's, "Texas' Superstore" for wine, beer, liquor, etc. They have a huge selection of wine and give a discount for using cash or debit card. It's about four miles from the cruise terminal. Spec's 2711 61st St Galveston, TX 77551 (409) 744-6327 Great recommendation. I had purchased my wine at the Wal Mart in Galveston but I'm sure a real liquor store will have a better selection Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted January 27, 2015 Report Share Posted January 27, 2015 Note that Texas may be one of many states that restricts sale of alcohol on Sundays. I believe you can be served alcohol in restaurants, but sale of alcohol (e.g., at liquor stores) may be restricted. Therefore, if your cruise leaves on a Sunday, don't plan on picking it up on the way to the port; purchase it the night before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galveston Steve Posted January 28, 2015 Report Share Posted January 28, 2015 Note that Texas may be one of many states that restricts sale of alcohol on Sundays. I believe you can be served alcohol in restaurants, but sale of alcohol (e.g., at liquor stores) may be restricted. Therefore, if your cruise leaves on a Sunday, don't plan on picking it up on the way to the port; purchase it the night before. Good point! Spec's is closed on Sunday, but grocery stores sell beer and wine on Sundays beginning at Noon. I always arrive at least one day early for a cruise so I didn't think about this. If you fly in on Sunday it could be problematic to shop for wine on your way to the port. DocLC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonD Posted January 28, 2015 Report Share Posted January 28, 2015 Living in Italy, I myself have packed wine in my checked baggage to fly back home many times. We had some visitors this summer that bought about 12 bottles and spread them out in 2 checked hiking style backpacks and I am happy to say that ALL wine has made it back to the states intact. If you wrap it well enough ( i usually roll it in some jeans) you shouldnt have a problem. markinct 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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