Help guys

My parents are in Hawaii. We haven't heard from them since Saturday and we aren't sure if they were on land or a ship. We also don't know the name of the cruise line that they were taking for part of the trip.

Does anyone know how a ship on water between those islands would be impacted by an earthquake of that magnitude? We haven't really heard anything about any cruise lines except NCL and we don't think that's the one. Any ideas of who to call would help.

Thanks, guys. We're kinda worried cause they ALWAYS call us and answer their phones.

I am so sorry Cork but I do believe if there had of been any problems with ships it would be all over the news by now. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Cork, I agree with BB. We would have heard if something happened. Think about it, the media would BE ALL OVER IT!!!!

I bet they are drinkin, eating, relaxin which is what they should be doin. I am sure if there was something wrong you would hear.....

I just looked to see if there is a crusie line registry help desk on google, but couldn't find anything. I am sure like BB said, if something were amiss, would have heard about it already. I will keep them in my thoughts and prayers.

I am so sorry Cork but I do believe if there had of been any problems with ships it would be all over the news by now. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Thanks BB and Mango, I know you are right because you would think the cruise line would contact the media if they weren't in communication with one of their ships. I think they have some way to keep communication even when normal channels are down. I can't believe my poor mom and dad are having such bad luck. Poor sweeties.

Also, remember that cell phones are really useless in a natural disaster. It may seem like their phones are ringing and they are not answering, but after Katrina the same thing happened. I couldn't get a signal out, and didn't get messages people left for me delivered to my voicemail until a week or two later. Try a text message...for some reason those got through when nothing else could.

One of my gullfriends is in Hawaii too and I can not reach her on her cell, just goes to voicemail.

One goes to voicemail after 3 rings and one immediately. They are supposed to be getting home Thursday and I know their plane stops in Denver so hopefully they will at least call from Denver and if they don't, I guess my sister will still show to pick them up at the airport. I'm sure everything is fine but I know how long it takes when communications are down like that to know if everyone is safe.

One goes to voicemail after 3 rings and one immediately. They are supposed to be getting home Thursday and I know their plane stops in Denver so hopefully they will at least call from Denver and if they don't, I guess my sister will still show to pick them up at the airport. I'm sure everything is fine but I know how long it takes when communications are down like that to know if everyone is safe.

Cork, quite often the airlines know where someone is originating from, so try calling the airline and ask them what cruise line they are on. They may know. The travel agent may have input that info in the system.

Cork, quite often the airlines know where someone is originating from, so try calling the airline and ask them what cruise line they are on. They may know. The travel agent may have input that info in the system.

Fantastic, will call my sister now. Thanks,

Cork,

I'm sure that they are fine. The news specifically reported that no tsunamis or dangerous waves were generated by the earthquake.

They are probably not returning your calls because they are too busy having a great time! I was on a cruise ship in the Caribbean during Hurricane Andrew and we were not affected at all. When we got back everyone had been in a panic to get hold of us and we simply had no clue anything was going on since we hadn't paid any attention to the news.

Also, my co-worker's family lives on the island of Kauai and she reports they felt the quake, and that the power is out but everybody is just fine there.

Cork,

I'm sure that they are fine. The news specifically reported that no tsunamis or dangerous waves were generated by the earthquake.

They are probably not returning your calls because they are too busy having a great time! I was on a cruise ship in the Caribbean during Hurricane Andrew and we were not affected at all. When we got back everyone had been in a panic to get hold of us and we simply had no clue anything was going on since we hadn't paid any attention to the news.

Also, my co-worker's family lives on the island of Kauai and she reports they felt the quake, and that the power is out but everybody is just fine there.

Thanks Timmy,

Thanks, that makes me feel better. I know your probably right and I'm thinking they may be at see because if the towers were gone there'd be an error message on the line but we can leave messages so I'm guessing they're on the ship.

Also, they were supposed to call with the flight info so my sister has no idea which airline they are using. I dropped them off at the airport but am clueless which terminal they went to. I MUST be losing my short term memory ! My sister is going to see if she can get info off their computer to call the cruise line. will keep you posted.

I just read this. Cork, you must feel so good getting all this great advice. I am always amazed at how helpful sowallers are. Keep us posted.

Cork, I will keep your parents in my prayers. Please let us know when you hear from them!!

Cork, I'm sure all's well with your parents. Remember the old saying, "No news is good news." The cell phone service is probably lousy, and remember about the time difference. I bet your parents don't want to wake you up in the middle of the night with a phone call!

I know they were asking ships to stay offshore. probably the safest place to be!

God love ya Cork. I know this is stressful. Try not to worry, they are probably in the line for the buffet having a great time.

You guys are the best! We still have no news but a friend reminded me that ships have everything tied down on them and that they are built for really high waves. I'm sure they are physically fine and we just need to get them back here and I hope it didn't mess up the last few days of their trip. Will keep you posted when I hear something and love you guys so much for being you !!!!!!!! When they do get back, then we need to go to the Oncologist with him. They are having a rough month for sure

How great is this board? I think it was DD that mentioned saturday at lunch about how this BB used to be about Sowal and it has turned into being about the people and how strangers can come together and care about each other so much. I wub you all

I thought about your parents when I heard about the quake. I'm sure they are just fine! Let us know when you talk to them, ok?

cork, based on this screen shot, it looks like only two of the lines service hawaii during oct. you should be able to see if your parent are on the mainfest of one of them, based on the concerns of a family member due to an act of G_d

John R, I didn't know you could find which ships where in an area at a particular time. Cool! Thanks.

I've located them. they are indeed on NCL. The ship called in today at 12:14 and reported delays but no passengers were harmed. NCL was great. They gave me their booking number, room number and ship phone number. They also gave me their itinerary and luckily they had just left Fanning Island about 1000 miles south of Hawaii when the earthquake occurred. They've alread been to all of their ports of call except Kona where they were supposed to arrive tomorrow morning but will most likely be rerouted because Kona is closed. So they'll probably go back to Honolulu for the last 2 days. No big deal. The reason they haven't called is because they've been at sea for 2 days and Fanning Island is outside the US. They are expected to arrive home as scheduled so all is well. I don't even think they're trip will be compromised that much at all and like Uncle Timmy said, they may not even know what's been going on except for the reroute tomorrow AM.

I feel so much better and thank everyone for your prayers and supports . Life is good!

John R, I didn't know you could find which ships where in an area at a particular time. Cool! Thanks.

I've located them. they are indeed on NCL. The ship called in today at 12:14 and reported delays but no passengers were harmed. NCL was great. They gave me their booking number, room number and ship phone number. They also gave me their itinerary and luckily they had just left Fanning Island about 1000 miles south of Hawaii when the earthquake occurred. They've alread been to all of their ports of call except Kona where they were supposed to arrive tomorrow morning but will most likely be rerouted because Kona is closed. So they'll probably go back to Honolulu for the last 2 days. No big deal. The reason they haven't called is because they've been at sea for 2 days and Fanning Island is outside the US. They are expected to arrive home as scheduled so all is well. I don't even think they're trip will be compromised that much at all and like Uncle Timmy said, they may not even know what's been going on except for the reroute tomorrow AM.

I feel so much better and thank everyone for your prayers and supports . Life is good!

:clap_1: :clap_1: :clap_1: I am happy all is well!!!!!!

:clap_1: so glad to hear your parents are fine corky - this will be just another memory of their fabulous cruise !

I have to say Cork, I am a heel. I feel that my post (#3) is a bit insensitive. I tried to delete or cut some things out but I guess you can not do that in the lounge???
I was unaware of an earthquake and when I read this thread I realized that you had a big reason to be worried. I do not listen/watch the news whatsoever and so I had no idea.
Again to you and everyone else, I am not a cold hearted b*&^h

I luv ya Cork and I am glad they are OK.:clap_1:

I have to say Cork, I am a heel. I feel that my post (#3) is a bit insensitive. I tried to delete or cut some things out but I guess you can not do that in the lounge???
I was unaware of an earthquake and when I read this thread I realized that you had a big reason to be worried. I do not listen/watch the news whatsoever and so I had no idea.
Again to you and everyone else, I am not a cold hearted b*&^h

I luv ya Cork and I am glad they are OK.:clap_1:

I know you do sweetie and I didn't even take it that way. I generally don't get rattled about too much but I had 2 sisters and a daughter freaking out egging me on and it is unlike my parents not to call someone every day, especially knowing that they could have been at risk. So don't even worry about it girl. EVERYONE LUVS YOU !!!!!:clap_1:

Thanks guys! We can put this one to bed.

Cork, so glad to hear your parents are ok. I know you musta been frantic for a time. Glad it turned out fine and that they are safe.