Comment

Comment by Phoenixmom on July 12, 2022 at 10:28am

TXNavymom he will make his arrangements and pay for his flight. they will let them know when they can make those arrangements. he also will get a sponsor to go over everything before he gets to Japan. They are usually in charge of getting from airport to duty station, This may have changed, as so much has. Congrats to your Sailor.

Comment by TXnavymom on July 12, 2022 at 12:35am

Hi, my son is currently at a school in Great Lakes.  He will get a 2 week leave of absence before shipping out to Japan.  How will he get home?  Does the navy fly them home?  He said he was told they give him details the day before he leaves.  Does the navy make all their travel arrangements or do they?  Thank you!

Comment by Jules on October 23, 2021 at 11:40am

Thanks so much Phoenixmom & Anti M -- I'm just going with the flow (which is against my nature). :) Was just wondering if their were better airlines for him to make a reservation with? I've heard some have better discounts/advantages than others. Trust me, I've already learned not to plan too much ahead. :) Thank you!

Comment by Anti M on October 21, 2021 at 2:54pm

 Do NOT try to guess their dates.  It never is when you think, and with covid, holiday stand down policies are going to be very last minute.  Let your sailor buy their own ticket, you can pitch in later.  Let your sailor know, so they can set aside a bit for travel. Yes, that's more expensive, but a lot less than trying to get the flights changed.

Whatever the dates are, get them back one day early.  The weather is iffy and even if they were legitimately delayed, they will get a scolding.  If they are at fault, they get disciplined.

No, they will not travel in uniform for security purposes.  The official threat level is quite high so they must not draw attention to themselves.  Don't do stuff like banners in the front yard.  Not cool for PerSec.  They may bring their dress blues for photos or to wear to church.

Comment by Phoenixmom on October 21, 2021 at 1:43pm

Jules usually for christmas they have stand down, they will be told when  they can start making arrangements, I wouldnt worry about buying and planning. They will buy their own ticket since they will know when they can leave. If they have duty they can try and switch with someone. When my Son was there in A school they got bussed to the airport and would wait for their flight. I tried to buy and plan but I was told not to as they know their schedule and they are given the time they can leave and no earlier than what is given. That was 4 yrs ago I'm sure things have changed. Mrs. Anti M could respond a bit better.

Comment by Jules on October 21, 2021 at 12:58pm

Hi Mom's! 

Wondering if anyone has tips about Sailors getting leave/liberty at Christmas. I'm looking for info/suggestions about them making travel plans. Any particular airline? Should he wear his uniform while traveling?

Thanks in advance for any helpful hints. 

Comment by Katharine on February 27, 2021 at 6:26pm

Hi Cali's mama ... I am a GL mom too. My son graduated BC in October, and he will be at GL until at least Thanksgiving (depending on holds).  There is not much activity on this board. One place I found helpful is:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/USNGLAS/

It is a moderated Great Lakes Aschool board so there is no sniping. There is a ton of information there. The guy who runs it, Tommy, knows so much. There is a whole tutorial with different "chapters" about everything you need to know about GL. And there are always helpful people there willing to share their experiences.

Comment by Cali's mama on February 27, 2021 at 3:23pm

I think I'm in the right ggdoup..my daughter just grad bootcamp..2/25/21 ship 7 in 136 and is in a school in great lakes..we have had family in service but not close enough to b familiar with the whole process so I'm looking for another mom to come t withbhopfully at the same stage or in same group..feel free to reach out to me.(amanda) ..daughter cali

Comment by NewMilmom on October 23, 2020 at 3:51pm

-Correnza- My son left for quarantine about same time as yours. Once they have their 2 weeks there & all clear they will proceed to RTC for boot camp. Join the Boot Camp group on here too. A lot of information & support from the wonderful ladies.  I know it has been invaluable for me to be a newer member of that group as so many unknowns. Blessings!

Comment by Correnza on October 14, 2020 at 4:46pm

My son went to bootcamp sep.27th I know 2 weeks is quarantine but how di I find out anything .

• ‹ Previous
• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4
• …
• 1010
• Next ›
• Page