Dawn Docks in Heritage Wharf or Kings Wharf (or are they the same place??)

[CruisinFromCT]

CC Fam!

 

Can anyone confirm that the Dawn is now docking in Heritage Wharf this year?

 

http://thewestend.bm/2009/05/07/heritage-wharf-grand-opening/

 

And what side do I need to be on in order to "see" the dockyard - Port or Star?

[mbisson]

They really are the same place. Heritage Wharf is the newer dock built within maybe a couple hundred yds or so from the end of Kings Wharf---end to end

[CruisinFromCT]

Thanks! I read more on the site and see that they have really dressed up the dock!

[Skyhawk61]

As for which side - it varies. The ship doesn't always dock on the same side. We were on the starboard side in August, and we faced the water (bay, ocean....?). It was a great view as well becasue you can see alot of water, and the eastern parts of Bermuda, and - if you're awake early enough - wonderful sunrises.

[bluesea777]

This week - on Sunday 20th Sept we had awful weather when Spirit arrived in Bermuda - on Monday morning we saw her docked starboard side at King's Wharf but when we went home she switched to portside at Heritage Wharf so that the RCCL Grandeur could dock at King's Wharf.

 

Basically King's anf Heritage Wharves are next to each other.

 

We drive along Harbour Road daily to work and home and there are 2 spots along the road where we have clear view of Dockyard across the water.0

 

Also, since Dawn went on her holiday (to Canada), Spirit hasn't not been leaving Bermuda until 8am or so on Wednesdays.

[jsparku]

Attached picture shows both dock areas which are attached and next to each other

 

[Whiskey Tango Foxtrot]

Thanks for this useful info. We are sailing on the NCL Dawn on October 25th out of NYC and will be docked in Kings Warf for three-days. We have a mini-suite with a balcony. Right now we are on Starboard side and I am begining to think that Port side would be better. Then if our party is separted that day... we can sit on the balcony and see each other come in to the ship. See what I am getting at? Or should we just stick with the AFT Starboard side on Deck 11?.

 

Thanks,

Tim

[mbisson]

I see what you're getting at, but it's a crapshoot. There have been reports that the ship might face either direction when it docks. They don't always do it the same way. Maybe some of the folks who live in Bermuda and post here might see this and say which is 'normal'

 

 

Thanks for this useful info. We are sailing on the NCL Dawn on October 25th out of NYC and will be docked in Kings Warf for three-days. We have a mini-suite with a balcony. Right now we are on Starboard side and I am begining to think that Port side would be better. Then if our party is separted that day... we can sit on the balcony and see each other come in to the ship. See what I am getting at? Or should we just stick with the AFT Starboard side on Deck 11?.

 

Thanks,

Tim

[cruzship21]

Bluesea777 -

 

How is the weather in Bermuda mid October? Is it warm enough to go swimming and lay out in the sun and get a nice dark tan?

Thanks for your help

 

Your so lucky to live in Bermuda - It's my favorite ISLAND.

 

Dave

[Skyhawk61]

Whiskey Tango Foxtrot -

Great name - and by the way - I get it........

[Whiskey Tango Foxtrot]

Mike... It is all good.

 

Thanks,

Tim

[Cruise_More_Often]

Whiskey Tango Foxtrot -

Great name - and by the way - I get it........

I was just thinking the same thing--laughing out loud! :D

[iheartbda]

I see what you're getting at, but it's a crapshoot. There have been reports that the ship might face either direction when it docks. They don't always do it the same way. Maybe some of the folks who live in Bermuda and post here might see this and say which is 'normal'

There is no normal.:D

Many times it depends on which side of the ship they are doing maintenence or even crew lifeboat drills. Heck, even the dock can change. Last year the Majesty docked at Penno's Wharf in St. George one week and the next week it was at Ordnance Island in St. George.:D

[Whiskey Tango Foxtrot]

Hi Eveyone! Thanks for your info. Very interesting ofwhich they my dock the ship. This is just another part of the cruise to wait and see what happens. In any eveny, hope this all finds you well. I managed to catch the Swine Flu this week. I am all better. It was not that bad. Just had a burning fever for 4-days in a row. Missed work obviously. Went to the doctor and all on the 6th day. Everything is fine.

 

I am hoping to get an Upsell to a Category AB. The ship is not sold out. Thanks again!

 

Tim

[mbisson]

There is no normal.:D

 

And I'm living proof of that ;)