Rare BermudaBound2014 Posted September 1, 2022 #1 Share Posted September 1, 2022 While this isn't specific to just HAL crew, I think some may be pleased to know that at least one port is improving lounge access for crew while in port. Looks like free wifi too. I always feel bad seeing the crew huddled around outside standing in the hot sun (or cold wind) talking on the phone. I'd love to know if more ports already have this for crew (maybe even something a bit more upscale than a container). Seems like there could be a nice win/win here for a start-up. https://www.cruisehive.com/carnival-royal-caribbean-and-norwegian-crew-get-new-lounge/80266 13 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doone Posted September 1, 2022 #2 Share Posted September 1, 2022 I love this news, I hope other ports take notice and do the same for these hardworking folks.......... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare puppycanducruise Posted September 1, 2022 #3 Share Posted September 1, 2022 Good news! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Gail & Marty sailing away Posted September 1, 2022 #4 Share Posted September 1, 2022 Thanks for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quilty964 Posted September 1, 2022 #5 Share Posted September 1, 2022 Thanks for sharing...good news for the hard working staff! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare *Miss G* Posted September 1, 2022 #6 Share Posted September 1, 2022 Thanks for posting, @BermudaBound2014. A crew lounge is such a thoughtful thing to do. Sometimes a terminal requires you to purchase something in order to access WiFi, so I will do that then hand the chit to a crew member. They appreciate it. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkacruiser Posted September 1, 2022 #7 Share Posted September 1, 2022 Agree! Such a thoughtful thing to do for these hard working men and women. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ski ww Posted September 2, 2022 #8 Share Posted September 2, 2022 That is nice to hear. It would not hurt for more ports to set aside a room in the terminal for the crew to relax. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Ferry_Watcher Posted September 2, 2022 #9 Share Posted September 2, 2022 Pier 91 in Seattle also has a crew area on the far end of the dock for ship personnel. It has a small commissary, a 'banking' desk so crew can transfer money home, and an area where crew can have space to decompress. Pre-pandemic (2019) there was a very popular food truck that served Filipino food. One of the best services offered at the crew tent area are the vans that take crew off site to shop. It is a charity called Mission to Seafarer's which is supported by area churches. The vans will take crew to local shopping areas. Crew usually has to be back on board no later than 2pm, and between 1 pm and 2pm, there is a big flurry of activity at Pier 91 as the crew out on day passes rush back to the ship with their shopping bags (this year lots from bags from Target). 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NonnaGa Posted September 2, 2022 #10 Share Posted September 2, 2022 I’ve often bought mini bottles of toiletries to give to our cabin stewards when we get onboard. They are very much appreciated. Like the idea of purchasing the Wi-Fi for them too. Any crew wish to share items they’d like feel free to share. You all deserve it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodndonna Posted September 2, 2022 #11 Share Posted September 2, 2022 On our Alaskan cruise, I can't remember which port, but a crew member told me they have a free shuttle that takes crew members to a Walmart. She said that was the looked forward to the most on that itinerary 😃 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted September 2, 2022 #12 Share Posted September 2, 2022 As I said on the OP's thread on this subject on the NCL forum, many ports have Seamen's Centers that offer shuttle service, lounges, internet, sundries, and services like shuttles to shopping, all at no cost to the mariners. These services are provided for by non-profits like the Seaman's Church Institute, and have been around for decades. 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JesseLivermore Posted September 3, 2022 #13 Share Posted September 3, 2022 On 9/2/2022 at 5:19 AM, NonnaGa said: I’ve often bought mini bottles of toiletries to give to our cabin stewards when we get onboard. They are very much appreciated. Great idea we will do the same. Surprised they don't get those from HAL? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NonnaGa Posted September 3, 2022 #14 Share Posted September 3, 2022 The crew I’ve spoken to over the years have said they are responsible for their own toiletries and they also appreciate sweets. 😉 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JesseLivermore Posted September 3, 2022 #15 Share Posted September 3, 2022 4 hours ago, NonnaGa said: The crew I’ve spoken to over the years have said they are responsible for their own toiletries and they also appreciate sweets. 😉 good to know. Will carry both on board next time. Also surprised w/ sweets given all the desserts that probably get wasted, if HAL doesn't let the crew eat it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BetsyS. Posted September 3, 2022 #16 Share Posted September 3, 2022 42 minutes ago, JesseLivermore said: good to know. Will carry both on board next time. Also surprised w/ sweets given all the desserts that probably get wasted, if HAL doesn't let the crew eat it? When I was at Boston terminal on 8/3 before boarding the Niew Statendam, a crew member had several big boxes of Dunkin' Donuts that he carried onboard. I heard that the crew love donuts and that they bought them at Tim Hortons in Canada also. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NonnaGa Posted September 3, 2022 #17 Share Posted September 3, 2022 LOL there’s another suggestion I guess when coming back from a port if they have them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted September 3, 2022 #18 Share Posted September 3, 2022 10 minutes ago, BetsyS. said: When I was at Boston terminal on 8/3 before boarding the Niew Statendam, a crew member had several big boxes of Dunkin' Donuts that he carried onboard. I heard that the crew love donuts and that they bought them at Tim Hortons in Canada also. So, tip them money so they can go ashore and buy the food they prefer, the sweets they prefer, and the toiletry brands they prefer, not those you prefer. 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkacruiser Posted September 3, 2022 #19 Share Posted September 3, 2022 1 hour ago, JesseLivermore said: all the desserts that probably get wasted, if HAL doesn't let the crew eat it? I have been under the impression that some of the goodies do appear in the crew's dining room at times. Incorrect, am I? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NonnaGa Posted September 4, 2022 #20 Share Posted September 4, 2022 They do but like I was told they get bored too with the same stuff for months on end.😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare erewhon Posted September 4, 2022 #21 Share Posted September 4, 2022 Before Mondalez closed the local Cadbury Factory, it was a favourite place for crew members to visit, they would return to the ship with bulging bags of chocolate. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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