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Is there a separate buffet or salad station in the Serenity area? I have seen it on other ships but I didn't when I was trying to get a list of 'food' areas online. 

I know the Pride is quite small so I was wondering where it best place to grab lunch/food when getting onboard.   I know that buffet, Guys and Cantina will be packed so was trying to see what might be best option.   

thanks Simply Albert!  Appreciate you responding. 

Just wondering-  are there designated formal nights?  I know they don't call them at anymore but I was wondering if they did actually have days that encourage "dressing your best".    I want to pack accordingly.  

This a great review.. Thanks so much.   Many of us struggle to determine the difference.  Quick question. 

Do any of these locations have feeding stations for the monkey/sloths?  I ask because I have a peanut allergy (please no negative comments about the allergy) and I know peanuts are a common treat for monkeys.  I want to make sure before I show up.  

It's all on the website. 

https://activities.marriott.com/things-to-do/V28Hi37S7Sn7p7u-day-pass-paradise-beach-hotel

Cruise ship is in bermuda over the weekend which means there are no ferries running. 

How would I go about getting Blue Hole Park from the port?  I know I could take a taxi that would be around 60 dollars (1 way).    Is there another way that is less costly and not complicated?    Also is it worth going or should I consider something closer to the port. 

Thanks so much..  That was a fantastic write up of your experience. 

On 5/17/2022 at 4:33 PM, rdtpm64 said:

We did the excursion in April and will never do it again.  We had to ride an uncomfortable bus to a marina (more than 30 minutes away), then take the catamaran to St John (more than 30 minutes).  By the time we got to St John (Honeymoon Beach), we had about 30-40 minutes on the beach before they started taking us back out to the catamaran.  We were 1.5 hrs late getting back into town.  We had planned to take a taxi to Magen's Bay for the afternoon, but traffic was horrible due to Carnivale and getting back so late scratched that plan.  Honeymoon Beach on St John was absolutely beautiful, but the excursion was not what we thought it was going to be.

Thanks... It does seem like you don't get enough time on the island to enjoy it.  We are looking at Water island

On 4/14/2022 at 1:07 AM, Ralphinsc said:

Here's a good semi-recent vlog for water island / dinghy's / snorkeling. It is still in our plans as of right now. The boat traffic seems to be funneled into the north side of the beach; at least that which would interfere with snorkeling for sea turtles.

 

https://youtu.be/0AJ0vkCx5ss

Curious when you will be heading to water island?   Would love to know your feedback after going. 

Just price it out separately as well. 

In most cases it is a good deal if you are using the round trip transportation piece.  If only using the transportation 1 way, you can usually get it a bit cheaper buying separate. 

Port Royal - thanks so much for all the great info!!!

Thanks.. I had originally a much later flight BUT the flight was changed by the airline and unfortunately we are flying into a mini-airport so we don't even have another airline to switch to.  😞 I hate the time change!!!  

I was looking at Portofino but our last day is Labor Day weekend and I'm worried the parks will be insanely busy.   

Has anyone taken an excursion w/Rhino Riders?   The trip advisor reviews seem great but there is some weird reference to getting pictures if you write a review. 

It appears to start at Simpson Bay.   Are there any beaches close by that we could go immediately after to relax before jumping back on the ship. 

We will be staying 1 extra day post cruise.   I'm looking for a hotel for us to stay at for the day that will be teen friendly and let us hang by the pool until our room is ready.    

We don't care about going to a theme park because we assume lines/crowds will be crazy.  So hoping for a hotel w/a great pool (maybe a slide or 2) and it's super far from the airport.  We have a 8am flight out the next day. 

Blue-water --- Thanks SO MUCH.. Very appreciated.  I have been told multiple times that the ferry and transport isn't reliable and avoid going to St Johns.    It sounds to me that it won't be the problem.   Thanks for the info.    

Anything you recommend seeing in St Johns besides Trunk beach?

Is it worth it to take the RC hosted excusion from St Thomas to St Johns?   It says the excursion is 4 hours long w/2 hrs in St Johns.    I never take a cruise hosted excursion but I have heard people have issues with ferrying back and forth (timing) on their own.   

Just not sure 2 hours is much time to do things or worth it.. 

On 11/25/2019 at 5:28 PM, dancingfish said:

I just got back from my cruise yesterday and we did the Ruins and Bacalor Lagoon tour with NATIVE CHOICE and it was wonderful!  

We got our educational activity in and we got to play in the water and have lunch and drinks!  They are a first class group that has comfortable vans with great guides! 

I agree there was a bit more walking then we thought there would be it was great to see the ruins. 

I was looking at this for my family.  My daughter is 11.  do you think it is interesting enough for her to enjoy it? 

On 12/27/2019 at 10:20 PM, matymil said:

I put up a post up about the Fascination yesterday, im just seeing this for the first time. Any tips for Barbados or St. Lucia for someone traveling with a toddler? Never been to either port. 

I would just do a beach day in barbados.  There are a lot of great beach clubs that are kid friendly.   

St Lucia - i don't have a recommendation there but i would check the port boards.  They should have some good options.

yes,  I did it 2 years ago.  We had the greatest time.  They will customize to whatever you want.. example:  we had my 10 yr old and we didn't want to go to a tequila factory so we went to the chocolate factory instead. 

On 11/11/2019 at 12:45 PM, ONECRUISER said:

Some basic kids choices and portions offered on a kids Menu, charged at reduced kids rate.  I'm sure someone will give Menu item's, which Rest you looking at?

I'm looking for all of them if possible.   you would think they are easy to find but apparently not. 

My friends want to do unlimited specialty but I need to make sure they will have adequate items for her to select from.  She doesn't eat fried food which is common on the kids menu.  

She is 11.  I'm looking to see the kid's smaller portion menus and which restaurants offer it.   I did a lot of searching online and I cannot find much on the menus. 

I'm looking to get information on what is on the kid's specialty dining menus.   I know there is an up charge which I have no problem with..my struggle is finding what is on these menus to determine if my daughter would actually eat the food.  

Anyone help?  We are harmony of the seas. 

They aren't going to carry that.. maybe they can expand to frozen drinks 

Good to know.. Thanks!