Galveston, Texas Port Q&A
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Q: Has anyone used the telehealth service “OnPoint” for the testing requirements? Are they valid for Carnival? Carnival’s website lists 2 that are a lot more expensive but it just says we could “consider” those 2 and gives information about what a telehealth document must contain. TIA
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A: I have not but w/ limited info on site I'd be leery. I may be providing a little outdated info, but when they expanded to include OTC test w/ proctored service, the provider was supposed to have an affiliation w/ the test manufacturer. It does look l... ike they have a test which would work but I wouldn't trust the bring your own service.See More
Answered by dkantouth on June 24, 2022
A: Until someone confirms they have used and had no issues, check out iHealth & Azova for other proctored services which have been reported to work w/ no issues. We received both the flowvex and iHealth tests from the government for free.
Answered by dkantouth on June 24, 2022
Q: I have two teenagers and want to purchase wifi , so far I’m saying no but if I decide to do it , can I just get the wifi package on the ship the day we leave ?
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A: check the price before you go. frequently, things are more expensive when you get on the ship.
Answered by thomastay on May 17, 2022
A: You can purchase it through the hub app once on board. No need to stand in line
Answered by Squiffy3 on May 17, 2022
A: You can purchase from ships app once onboard on most ships. No need to go to guest services
Answered by BandBTravels on May 17, 2022
A: Just tell them it’s too expensive. Teens need to hear the word no every now and then. You are already taking them on a cruise!
Answered by angie007az on May 17, 2022
A: I would purchase one package ahead of time to save some money and time in line on board. I agree with most, that the kids will get into life onboard instead of living vicariously online. :)
Answered by sycamoregrill on May 18, 2022
A: We've never purchased the wifi package because the so-so quality of the package does not justify the cost in our opinion. The other upside is that there is plenty of things to do on board ship and doing without wifi for a week promoted family time am... ongst us and our four kids.See More
Answered by VAcruisenut on May 17, 2022
Q: So here’s a random question for everybody! When my husband and I go to Galveston we want to stay in a haunted hotel before we board the boat! Does anyone have recommendations??
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A: Grand hotel Galvez on the seawall is supposed to be haunted. Have a great time!
Answered by Darenna on May 16, 2022
A: Hotel Galvez has some spirits that remain but I don’t remember how or what happened to the spirits that remain. A google search might shed some light!
Answered by booger1xx on May 16, 2022
A: Hotel Galvez on the seawall is supposed to be haunted. https://ghostcitytours.com/galveston/haunted-galveston/hotel-galvez/
Answered by cruisinKell on May 15, 2022
A: The Tremont on the Strand is an older hotel and there are those that say it's haunted. I've stayed there several times, it's a nice place. I didn't see or hear any ghosts, but I didn't want to!! 😳 You might Google it!
Answered by GrKimmie on May 15, 2022
A: we are using comfort suites of galveston for a small fee they will shuttle you there and back and you can park your car there with a night stay
Answered by Johar4469 on April 19, 2022
A: The Tremont House has a shuttle option and the ability to leave your car at the hotel while you’re gone. For a fee of course. It’s literally two blocks from the Port. The Comfort Suites on Seawall has a similar option to leave your vehicle and a shut... tle to and from the Port for a fee as well.See More
Answered by Gtowncruisers on April 19, 2022
A: I’ve used lighthouse 16 times without an issue. Gonna use them again for my August cruise.
Answered by jimbo502 on April 17, 2022
A: I booked with https://www.galvestonvipcruiseparking.com I haven’t used them yet. But it’s indoor parking and directly across the street from the terminal.
Answered by tootall8872 on April 3, 2022
A: there will be 2 of us, so I use Uber. about $50 each way.
Answered by walkingdeadcrz on March 17, 2022
A: Airport Transportation is worth checking out. Duane is amazing and his price for transportation is comparable to a shuttle…Galveston Express is clean and prompt and great customer service. Galveston Limousine is also a good choice. New buses and well... staffed.See More
Answered by Gtowncruisers on March 16, 2022
A: Island breeze shuttle. They are awesome. We had a flight delay and the driver waited for us. Excellent
Answered by lulurn on March 16, 2022
A: I would recommend Galveston Express (https://galvestonexpress.com/). I used them for my recent cruise from Galveston, they are super friendly and it was easy to book them through their website. The driver I had going to Galveston, actually lived in... town and gave us a bunch of tips on places to eat and things to do while we were in town for a few days before our cruise. I paid $35 each way using them, and I though that was a really fair price given the distance between airport and Galveston. Both ways I was in shuttles that were clean and had plenty of room for myself and the other people in the shuttle.See More
Answered by deutschjr on March 16, 2022
A: I’ve been in quite a few cruises solo and go on excursions. I typically make friends with others in the same excursion (same ship) and enjoy myself! Try at least one. You’ll notice that everyone is very friendly. I still keep in contact with people I... ’ve met on cruises/excursions.See More
Answered by SweetLadyA on November 19, 2022
A: I do 50- 75% solo. So excursions through cruise line. Always good.
Answered by walkingdeadcrz on November 20, 2022
A: I cruise solo 75% of the time. Book excursions through the cruise line with no problem.
Answered by LurniaMarie on November 20, 2022
A: on my last cruise, my travel partner got sick, so I did an excursion by myself in Cozumel. I went on the Everybody Loves Ray's (and Sharks), which was fantastic. The others on the tour were friendly, and I never felt alone.My friend was fine - some... 24 hour virus or something.See More
Answered by TravellerMel on November 20, 2022
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