Katinka 3 Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 I'm a bit of a worrier by nature which is why I always use the ship's own excursions which guarantee getting you back to the ship on time, otherwise I would spend the day fretting about missing the ship. Has anyone seen or heard of anyone being left behind? When we were in the Fjords on Ventura, one couple's name kept repeatedly coming over the tannoy asking if they were on board. The crew started to dismantle everything prior to the ship departing and most of the passengers seemed to be hanging over the side looking for the missing couple. Then we saw them running towards the ship. They didn't look the sort who normally did much running but boy were they running! I think most people were quite enjoying watching this in a sort of smug, 'I got here in plenty of time' sort of way! Makes me go quite cold thinking about being left on the quay side watching the ship depart! Bumble Bee 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
loz6 136 Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 When i was on ventura last August some people got left in Rome :-/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sea Cruiser 89 Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 what silly people they know what time they have to be on board for!! WAVES 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Shetlander 188 Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 I'm a bit of a worrier by nature which is why I always use the ship's own excursions which guarantee getting you back to the ship on time, otherwise I would spend the day fretting about missing the ship. Has anyone seen or heard of anyone being left behind? When we were in the Fjords on Ventura, one couple's name kept repeatedly coming over the tannoy asking if they were on board. The crew started to dismantle everything prior to the ship departing and most of the passengers seemed to be hanging over the side looking for the missing couple. Then we saw them running towards the ship. They didn't look the sort who normally did much running but boy were they running! I think most people were quite enjoying watching this in a sort of smug, 'I got here in plenty of time' sort of way! Makes me go quite cold thinking about being left on the quay side watching the ship depart! I don't think that you need to worry about being left behind as long as you are sensible. If we are travelling any distance from the port then we always aim to get back before the last minute, and always have enough cash so that we can take a taxi if necessary. However people do get left behind and I think there are some videos on line of such events. On our last cruise we did see people arriving back in a bit of a hurry at some ports! Mind you, when we are taking the ferry then we do tend to cut it a bit fine! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Katinka 3 Posted August 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 Thanks Shetlander. Just watched some on youtube. Made my hair stand on end!, Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Shetlander 188 Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 On our last cruise we took a tour of the galley. There was a TV monitor relaying information including how many crew and passengers were on board and ashore. It said 2 were ashore . . . . it was a sea day! It does not necessarily mean that somebody was accidentally left behind but we did wonder after that! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
smtcan 275 Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 We have seen people arriving at the dock after the ship has pulled away. One couple managed to board from a small boat, but the other time the passengers were left behind. These were both on Caribbean Islands and the rumour was that too much time sent in bars was the reason, not delayed tours. We often take private tours or explore on our own. We aim to be back at the ship an hour ahead of departure, which gives us a secure feeling. We also start with the furthest point, and work our way back. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wheels36 450 Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 If there are a couple of large ships in a port you could well be queueing for a taxi back. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wheels36 450 Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 At one of the fjords stops in May the ship was waiting 30 minutes for one of P&Os excursions. People on the coach were apparently getting concerned, but not so the driver. Doubtless that will be his last excursion. WAVES 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
seawitch 291 Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 We sailed from Southampton last year without a plane full of American passengers whose flight had been delayed. But we once waited in Vigo for 6 hours for one person but it was the captains wife. J-Dog 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Shetlander 188 Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 It would be interesting to read the reasons people give for why they were left behind! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wanderlust 18 Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 Katinka...did the couple manage to get onboard?! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
J-Dog 136 Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 I'm sorry but I think if you really can't plan to be back on time then you deserve nothing more than being left behind! From what I can see and the videos I have just watched on YouTube the cruise companies do give some extra time for late passengers. Plan well and don't be late I will make sure that I have camera at the ready for any late passengers when I next cruise Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Katinka 3 Posted August 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 They did wanderlust! They were lucky though because it was after the time we should have departed and I think they got a bit of a telling off! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tally 392 Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 If we aren't doing a ship excursion, we never go so far away from the ship that we can't get back in plenty of time. It really is my worst nightmare missing the ship. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
2torts 345 Posted August 28, 2015 Report Share Posted August 28, 2015 I' m the same as you Tally. My husband has suggested taking local trains to various places but I know I wouldn't enjoy it as I would be too worried about getting back to the ship. Tally 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
buggalugs 44 Posted August 28, 2015 Report Share Posted August 28, 2015 People do get left behind. However every effort is made - as you probably witnessed - to ensure no-one is left Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Shetlander 188 Posted August 28, 2015 Report Share Posted August 28, 2015 . . . . . . we never go so far away from the ship that we can't get back in plenty of time. Sounds like good advice for me. We used trains, buses and taxis on our last cruise but always back in time! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Shetlander 188 Posted August 28, 2015 Report Share Posted August 28, 2015 On our Holland America cruise we were able to find out lots of useful information from the destination expert on board. This included precise information on which trams or buses to catch as well as target prices for taxis, which was very useful in Palermo! In general I was very impressed with the amount of detailed information that was readily available, and no attempt was ever made to sell me a tour instead. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jaguar01 546 Posted August 28, 2015 Report Share Posted August 28, 2015 Hello,I am sorry to admit it,but my wife and I allways spend some time watching the late comers.As someone said they are not allways made for running.It is good fun.I am sure he will put me right,and of course provide a photo,I am sure Solent Richard was late back in I think Zeebruge.I hasten to add he was on an organised excurtion. Rodger. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KeithnRita 688 Posted August 28, 2015 Report Share Posted August 28, 2015 In St Thomas we once watch a gentleman running back to our ship after the horn sounded and the gang plank was being raised. He had a cup of beer in one hand and he kept stopping to take a drink. The did lower the plank and let him back aboard. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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