Tiger Cruise or Family Day Cruise

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Comment by Chuck Wester on March 18, 2011 at 1:16am

I've Been watching the Tigers on the Hawaii leg of the cruise on Facebook. It looks like all the stops have been pulled for everyone to have a good time. You can see in many of the photos the pride each of the crew has. You can see even more pride friends and family have in their sailors.

I leave soon to meet up with my son, Jason. I hope the crew has saved up some fun for the late Tiger shift!

Comment by Chuck Wester on March 11, 2011 at 10:43pm

Wow. It was a couple of months ago that I found out about Tiger Cruises. I'll soon be flying to San Diego to join my son, Jason, on the Abraham Lincoln. Time has flown by. I'm so jazzed for this opportunity and the time I'll have with him. OK, i'm a little selfish; I'm looking forward to some vacation time, but what a cool vacation!

Comment by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on March 3, 2011 at 6:52pm

Tiger Cruise post from the Abraham Lincoln:

Tigers,
We can't wait to have you on board! To help you pack, our Tiger Cruise coordinators created a list of what you should bring, and what you shouldn't.

Please remember operational security - Tiger Cruise dates can not be posted online.

Space onboard the ship is extremely limited. You will have to store all of your personal belonging under your “rack”, the approximate measurements are 7’ x 4’ x 8” (that is 8 inches). Large roller type bags are extremely hard to store, and it is highly recommended that you bring a bag that can collapse and fit into your storage area. The ship is not responsible for any lost/stolen items so please store your items correctly and lock them up. For specific question please contact your sponsor.

- Toiletries – toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, just the essentials.
- Two (2) bath towels and (2) wash cloths.
- Bathrobe to travel to and from shower.
- One pair of shower shoes/rubber slippers.
- Clothing as appropriate.
- Raincoat or warm jacket to use as windbreaker.
- Shoes – preferably hard sole leather such as work shoes, hiking boots or sneakers with good soles. Open-toed shoes and heels are not authorized for wear around the ship.
- Camera.
- Small flashlight – berthing areas are typically dark.
- Sunscreen and sun glasses.
- Medication – motion sickness pills/patches, aspirin, ibuprofen, peptobismol. ***Any and all prescription medication – the ship is not equipped to provide prescription medication to Tigers.***
- A lock for your locker.
- Although there are laundry services aboard, bring enough clothing for a week.
- A pair of shorts will be appropriate for some of the planned activities; long pants are best for normal wear. In any event, nothing fancy will be needed on board.
- Due to limited space, bring only one medium-sized suitcase. A sleeping bag is recommended, but linen and blankets will be provided.
- Spending money (cash only, ship’s stores do not accept credit cards) – to purchase snacks and memorabilia.
- Reading material – Although there will be plenty of planned activities, you may also have some down time.

Items NOT To Bring On the Tiger Cruise

- Firearms, knives or explosives.
- Alcohol (prohibited by law aboard U.S. naval vessels).
- Food – a variety of snack items can be purchased at the ship’s store at a nominal cost.
- Large or expensive jewelry (large jewelry tends to catch on various protruding objects around the ship).

See you soon!

ENS G

 

Comment by Chris Summers on March 1, 2011 at 11:21pm

I saw my sub leaving port today, it really is huge! Must be out on a night manuver. I meet up at the base with my contact tomorrow afternoon.

Comment by Ken Cook on March 1, 2011 at 2:44pm

Heading out on a Tiger Cruise in a few weeks on a destroyer.  I really enjoy reading the comments in this group and now have several good tips.  I am wondering if anyone has some Tiger cruise experience with being on a destroyer that might be different than the subs and carriers.

Comment by Robert Hartman on February 28, 2011 at 9:24pm

I found a website that does custom flip flops and you can buy just 1 pair. How about NavyDads.com flip flops

Comment by Robert Hartman on February 28, 2011 at 8:40pm

I have time to burn when I get to the coast I'm sure I will find some there

Comment by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on February 28, 2011 at 8:33pm

Target.com or Walmart.com ????

Comment by Robert Hartman on February 28, 2011 at 8:25pm

I was at the target store yesterday could not find 1 pair of flip flops in the whole store still too early for that kind of stuff here in kansas city

Comment by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on February 28, 2011 at 8:08pm

I was wandering around Walmart before my cruise Robert and they had Budweiser flip-flops....those were a hit on the cruise and I still have those around here somewhere!!

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