"Moored, Shift Colors. Just arrived to the beautiful port of Jebel Ali. Eager for some R&R and to see the sights and experience all Dubai has to offer. The Burj Khalifa dominates the skyline in the distance – this is definitely a “post-card” port."

Looking forward to the Tiger Cruise. Does anyone have a suggestion for a hotel close to base?

I am pretty sure the base is Pearl Harbor.

Thanks 

I have been researching my options today.  I'm planning on getting to Honolulu a couple of days early.  Hoping to spend a day or two with my son. 

Looks like the Tiger Cruise is canceled until further notice !

From the 5th Fleet:
"As the Nimitz Strike Group continues to proudly serve in the 5th Fleet area of responsibility, I want our friends and family to know that we will not return to homeport as originally scheduled. I will keep you informed when new dates are determined for any port calls en route and our return home. We look forward to being reunited with our families, but we are also honored that our nation puts such great confidence in us that we were asked to stay and serve. I am tremendously proud of the great Sailors and Marines serving in the Nimitz Strike Group. Thank you for all your support."

Nimitz Strike Group, your brothers and sisters at arms got your back...

Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group (USS Kearsarge, USS Carter Hall, USS San Antonio and the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit) all operating under Amphibious Squadron 4...

2 weeks ago, my son took the written portion of the ESWS and passed on the first try.  Today he went before a nine member board for 2 hours and passed the oral portion.  So now he's FC-2(SW).  We are very proud of him, and can't wait until they all return home safely.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 14, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) transits the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Derek A. Harkins/Released)

Nimitz heads into Med after weeks in Red Sea  check http://www.navytimes.com/article/20131021/NEWS/310210023/Nimitz-hea...

Anchored, Shift Colors. Just arrived to beautiful Napes, Italy. Looking foward to a wonderful port visit - the sights, history and cuisine.

Wayne- was trying to make a video tutorial on how to embed these but am having some issues.....was not trying to upstage your posting of the link!!!!  If I get my stupid video to work will post!!!

Yes Paul received it and Thank you ! Chris called and said he is having the time of his life! Check your messages Paul.

USS Nimitz Arrives in Naples, Italy

By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Nathan R. McDonald, USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Public Affairs

NAPLES, Italy - The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), along with embarked Carrier Strike Group 11, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 11, and Destroyer Squadron 23 arrived in Naples, Italy for a port visit, Oct. 30.

The visit allows Nimitz Strike Group Sailors and Marines the chance to experience the local culture and customs, as well as a variety of recreational activities, after being at sea for more than 70 days.

The ship’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) office has set up a number of tours and hotel stays while Nimitz is in port. The tours include trips to Pompeii, Rome and the Vatican, and Naples.

“It is very exciting to have this unique opportunity to visit Naples on a Western Pacific deployment,” said Capt. Jeff Ruth, Nimitz commanding officer. “The crew has performed exceptionally well, meeting every challenge presented to them on this deployment. They deserve this great opportunity and will certainly enjoy the sites, tastes and sounds offered in this superb port.”

The port visit came as a surprise for Sailors and Marines aboard Nimitz.

“It’s exciting,” said Damage Controlman 3rd Class Jonathan Feinberg. “I’m going to get a hotel room, enjoy all the sites and talk to my family.”

Nimitz left its homeport of Everett, Wash., March 30 for a scheduled Western Pacific deployment and is currently supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations.

My son is really enjoying this port stop.  His grandmother (my mother) was born in Italy.  My son posted on his Facebook page that he walked into a bakery, and the guy behind the counter looked just like his older brother!

Just heard from the son, dates are set for the tiger cruise. Flights are booked and I am excited. Can't wait to see him and all the others.

Did you receive anything concrete like we did from the XO on the ship the first time? Most of us are waiting for official confirmation before we purchase tickets.

I also heard the TC dates from my son.  Nothing from the XO, but apparently they announced it around 24 hours ago.  Looking forward to my week in Hawaii and the TC experience with my son!

Could someone Private message me the dates. I've heard from my son but he is not sure the dates are set in stone.

I'm going to throw this out there what I'm wondering ...... Super Typhoon Haiyan just went through the Philippines  ... A humanitarian stop? 

Good question Wayne. Another reason to wait on booking this trip.

is there a way to get close to the port dates via email?  My wife and I are headed to Cali to great our son, but have not heard anything of when they may get in.  I know wall posts are not allowed and when i was in, actually talking about when and where we were porting was taboo.  If that is still the case, then i am good with that.

thanks

you all can communicate via private message.....just not in the open please!!!  Your sailors are not supposed to communicate dates via email....that about leaves phone and snail mail.....

I also would like someone to private message me with the dates. Have be unable to confirm new dates with my son. And need to start thinking about flights. 

Wayne I'll keep my eyes peeled and ears out if I hear of anything in general with regards to humanitarian aid as I'm flying out tomorrow evening...I've had this trip scheduled not specifically for the typhoon but will keep you all posted...Currently this disaster is heading for Vietnam...http://www.wunderground.com/hurricane/western-pacific/2013/Super-Ty...

Hello everyone! My son just finished A School, and he will be stationed in Everett Washington. He will be on the USS Nimitz!  He can't wait to get to be aboard the carrier!

USS Nimitz heads home from Persian Gulf

for story: http://heraldnet.com/article/20131108/NEWS02/131109830

This is my son's first deployment so I am a rookie like him. I was wondering how often the Tiger Cruises are offered. Does each carrier offer a Tiger Cruise each and every time they return from deployment or are they just offered occassionaly? Anyone know?

Welcome back to stateside & Mahalo USS Nimitz Sailors!

Moored, Shift Colors. Aloha, Hawaii. It's wonderful to be back in the States! Looking forward to our Tigers arriving and enjoying the beauty of this place. Still, it's a humbling experience to look out over the flight deck and see the USS Arizona Memorial and know that 72 years ago this week they sacrificed all their tomorrows so that we may have ours. - USS Nimitz (CVN-68)

PEARL HARBOR (Dec. 3, 2013) Sailors render honors as the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) as the ship renders honor to the battleship USS Arizona (BB 39) memorial upon their arrival to Pearl Harbor. Nimitz is in Pearl Harbor for a scheduled port visit during their transit home after an eight-month deployment to the U.S. 5th, 6th, and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility.. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Eric M. Butler/Released)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 7, 2013) Aircraft assigned to Carrier Air Wing 11 perform a fly-by performance for Sailors and their family members on a “tiger cruise” onboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is transiting the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of responsibility (AOR) after spending eight months deployed to the U.S. 5th, 6th and 7th Fleet AORs. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Aiyana S. Paschal/ Released)

Welcome back to San Diego Nimitz

At Mukilteo Lighthouse & Beach...

We are just starting to get photos in from the homecoming of the USS Nimitz to Naval Station Everett. This one was emailed to us from MCCS Eric Harrison as the ship pulled up to the pier. - U.S. Navy Region Northwest

Moored, Shift Colors. Hello, Everett! After eight and a half months, five countries, half the globe, and more than 80,000 nautical miles travelled, it feels really good to say, "We're Home!"

Good luck to all the Sailors taking the Navy-wide advancement exams.

Permission to come aboard.

Thank you, Jim. Looking forward to helping support our sailor's! 

My son wil be joining up with his new ship sometime in july.not sure were the ship will be? I know I would like to be there when the ship leaves. Does any one know if this is possible.

Mike, as you may know, we are not allowed to disclose information on the site as to where the ship will be and when, I will send you a personal message.

I'll post it Wayne.........

Great day on the Nimitz !

Not sure how to get my picture right side up ?

Any clues ?

you have to rotate and upload in the correct orientation...there is no on-site editing capability in NavyDads

Thanks Paul.

I did find if you tap the pic it turns around when viewing.

that is very odd....of the hundreds of images I've put up here I have never seen that behavior!!!!

It looks right in my file ?

But uploads wrong.

Then views ok.