cindynorth

Thanks for the info. What I was trying to ask is there outside dining on a deck where you take you food and sit outside right by the water?

We are booked on the Coral Princess and I have been checking the deck plans to see if there is anywhere to dine outside on a deck. We always enjoy having our coffee and breakfast on the back of the ship, but I don't see that the Coral Princess has this area. Is there another area preferably on the Lido Deck to dine outside?

By all means this is a safe and pleasant beach. There is security even though we saw no problems. I think the fee is about $5 to enter and there are plenty of trees for shade and nice plants and sitting areas. Go out on the concrete dock and see the man with the glass bottom boat. I think we paid about $20 each and he took us to Airport Reef to snorkel. He provided the gear and fed the fish. There must have been 100 at least. The water is crystal clear and the snorkeling is great. He is a sweet older man trying to make a living and delightful. After about 45 min. he took us for a ride down coast. Just delightful-an unexpected find and the price is perfect.

I'm not sure about scuba, but for the absolute best snorkeling just exit the port and walk about 4 blocks to your right. You will see a large yellow floating raft in the water and a dive shop. Rent you gear for about $15 each which includes a locker and beach chairs. Moses is terrific and he will help you. He feeds the giant tarpons and they are amazing. Snorkel out to the buoys for the best viewing or ask him. The restaurant there is good but expensive. Just walk back toward the ship and buy a meat pie and soda. So good. Been twice and would definitely go again.