Driving in to Cape Liberty

Many have asked about the road into Cape Liberty and driving past the "tent" in front of the terminal to drop off your bags and passengers.

Here are some photos.... Of course, this will likely change once the new terminal has been constructed, but for at least the next several months, this is how it works.

Sure, it's not the prettiest port in the world, but it's an hour from home, and well...I love it!!

The images below were taken after leaving the South Cove shopping center, so if you're coming from the NJ Turnpike extension, your view will be a LITTLE different...

 Coming off Route 440.  If you're coming from the NJ Turnpike, you'll be making a LEFT at the traffic light that's in the background of the image above.

 Driving in....

 It's a 2 mile road from 440 into the pier area...

 The road will curve around as well...

 Getting closer...

 One more big curve coming up....

At last...the drop off area...!!

Drop your bags (follow the directions of the porters who will also be directing traffic)

 Turn left...

 Follow the signs..

Turn left into the road to access the lot, between the buildings...

This is the entrance to the parking lot, you'll pay just inside the fence, before you park.

Walk to the terminal, or you can even catch the shuttle, but it's really not far...

And you're all set!!  Happy sailing!!

Another update on the new terminal

I was up at Cape Liberty again over the weekend and was surprised, and delighted to see that there had been some progress other than digging and foundations being poured!

There's still a LONG way to go, but at least there is SOME semblance of a building actually there!

Woo hoo... still skeptical that it will be done in time for Quantum, but maybe now things will move along more quickly!

Quick update

So....construction continues on the new pier for Quantum of the Seas....that ship will be in Cape Liberty for about 6 months, followed by Liberty of the Seas, also for 6 months, and Anthem of the Seas, for as long as Royal leaves her there..

An Embassy Suites opened on Glimcher Realty Way in Early 2014 and it's gorgeous!  Not your typical Embassy.  They do have a shuttle within a few miles, but NOT to the pier....rates are a little higher than other properties, but you get a full, hot breakfast cooked to order OR you can choose from the buffet items, plus a nightly manager's reception with light snacks.  ( I heard they actually have a light dinner, but I have not personally confirmed it so I would not say YES they do..)

Here are a couple pics of the port construction....the terminal is supposed to be done in time for the November arrival of Quantum, as is the parking deck....We'll see

I will try and update this space more often........