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It's fine if you want to start thinking about the replacement cruise for your cruise that wasn't meant to be. However, as Mike stated above, many of the ports are devastated. We have family in three Caribbean islands (St. Maarten, Anguilla, and St. Lucia) and two of the three were devastated. You've seen Irma's destruction, and now Hurricane Jose is coming up right behind it to further pummel what is left.

 

What can you expect? Right now, the streets are either under water or barely passable. The cruise ship piers are barely operational. No power, limited cell service, ravenous looting, debris everywhere, curfews. I wouldn't be thinking about a cruise right now knowing how the locals are suffering, but of course, eventually, things will get back to their "new normal".

 

When should you book? When should you go? It's your decision. Check your line's cancellation policy, though, just in case things are not up and running as quickly as hoped for.

 

My family members are safe. For now. Thank You, Lord. :)

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Thank you again for not using this as an opportunity to bask in moral superiority. I truly appreciate your empathy and grace even if its undeserved. And I am so happy your loved ones are OK. Let's pray this storm decides to go out to sea.

Totally understand your wanting to plan an upcoming cruise now that yours was cancelled. (I'm expecting the 9/16 cruise we have planned from Miami to be cancelled as well.)

 

I'm sure you as well as everyone else feels awful for the people and islands of Caribbean that Irma effected so badly and many are still really worried about Irma still needing to pass through Florida.

 

I think at times like this, it is good to plan something to look forward to.

Thank you.

It's fine if you want to start thinking about the replacement cruise for your cruise that wasn't meant to be. However, as Mike stated above, many of the ports are devastated. We have family in three Caribbean islands (St. Maarten, Anguilla, and St. Lucia) and two of the three were devastated. You've seen Irma's destruction, and now Hurricane Jose is coming up right behind it to further pummel what is left.

 

What can you expect? Right now, the streets are either under water or barely passable. The cruise ship piers are barely operational. No power, limited cell service, ravenous looting, debris everywhere, curfews. I wouldn't be thinking about a cruise right now knowing how the locals are suffering, but of course, eventually, things will get back to their "new normal".

 

When should you book? When should you go? It's your decision. Check your line's cancellation policy, though, just in case things are not up and running as quickly as hoped for.

 

My family members are safe. For now. Thank You, Lord. :)

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This is extremely helpful. Extremely. Thank you. I didn't even think about looting!!! Some of these ports may not be safe for awhile. When you say check the cancellation policy, what do you mean? NCL is refunding our money plus providing a 50% (of what we paid for) credit to a future cruise. They have a cruise leaving out of Miami next Saturday that hasn't been cancelled yet. Forecasters are now saying Miami (east Florida) may not be hit, but the Western coast may get hit. I had a gut feeling Miami wouldn't get hit. I don't know. Can't explain it.

And youre right... I'm worried about all the wrong things, which in the beginning had me feeling like a spoiled American Brat, ashamed of my own self.

But the bigger issue in my mind is the disruption and devastation to the lives of the residents of the islands affected. You may have lost a vacation and can always plan another, but many have lost everything and their lives will take a very long time to recover. .

Yes, this was the other issue. Some kind of way it feels wrong going to these islands while they're suffering and not going to help. Before the storms, I struggled when I when to Antiqua. The poverty there was heart breaking. It was hard relaxing and having a good time when you see people are living in tin houses, so I imagine going after a storm like this will be even more difficult. Le sigh.

So, I was due to cruise out on NCL's Escape out of Miami tomorrow, but got the news early in the week that it was being cancelled. Totally bummed. Found a good deal for upcoming cruises and wanted to ask: When is it too soon to cruise after a Category 5 storm? What could I expect? Is it perceived to be disrespectful to flaunt on vacation at a Caribbean destination devastated by a storm? Ports? Excursions? Should I wait until next month? Next year?

Seasoned cruisers, what were you were experinces with past storms? Thoughts to share?

This is asking people to "discuss deals".

No, it isn't. It's asking to point me in he direction where people do discuss deals openly and freely. Let me be specific, I'm not asking you anything but thank you for responding.

Bring a "white noise" machine with you. They simulate a variety of sounds including "ocean sounds". Enjoy your cruise! :)

I don't do Travel Agents. I believe peer-to-peer sharing is truly more advantageous. I am a member of a WhatsApp tree where hundreds of people share airline deals with each other... and that's all. Is there a WhatsApp group or Facebook Group or another type of group that monitors Cruise deals?

I understand we can't discuss deals here, but does anyone know of a Facebook group or WhatsApp where deals are discussed? I am a member of a WhatsApp group where airline deals are shared... just wanted to know if something similar existed for Cruise Deals.