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For those bringing their kids on the Escape, here are the programs for turtles and guppies. If I can get the others, I’ll add them next week! 

I think it’s a la carte on the escape.

Does anyone have a copy of the Escape to Bermuda Guppies program and Splash Academy schedule? I'm trying to plan for my 16 month old and 5 year old and can't find one for Bermuda.

Thanks!

5 hours ago, JandC_Cruising said:

As mentioned by others Snorkel Beach is a short walk and you don't need to worry about the excursion "selling out". 

Just wait until you are on board and book the excursion for you and your husband ONLY.  As stated above, you can pay $5 for your son at the beach for entry.  Assuming he doesn't need a chair, this will cost you:

$29 each for you and your husband = $58

$5 for your son

Total up-front $63

less the $50 excursion credit (don't let that go to waste!)

For a grand total of $13 

 

If you want that extra chair for your son...pay $10 at the beach.

 

Have an AWESOME time!  We are on the August 11th sailing and cannot wait!

 

Smart idea! I’ll wait to book until I get on the boat, this way I’m sure I’ll be okay with the credit. I definitely don’t want to waste that! My son is the 15 month old and my daughter is 5. Sorry, I should’ve mentioned that in the original post. 😊

7 hours ago, AlexandNessa said:

Snorkel Beach? You don't need an excursion through the cruise line. You can go on your own at your leisure or decide if the 50$ shorex credit makes it worth your while. 

 

It's a 5$ admission each for 3 of you (15 month old free). 

 

And here are the current rental rates:

 

Beach Rentals

• Beach Chairs $10
• Chaise Lounge $15
• Umbrella $10
• Day bed $35
• Cabanas starting at $250

 

Water Toys

• Noodle or Small Inflatable Toys $5
• Large Inflatable Floats & Boogie Boards $10
• Jumbo Inflatable Floats $20
• Kayaks (2 persons) $25 per hour or $15 for 1/2 hour
• Single Kayak (1 person) $25 per hour or $15 for 1/2 hour
• Pedal Boats (2/4 persons) $25/$35 per hour or $20/$30 for 1/2 hour
• Stand Up Paddle Boards $25/hr or $15 for 1/2 hour

 

 

 

 

Very true. I did it like that when it was myself, hubby and daughter back in 2017. The only reason I’m contemplating it now it because the credit came with my booking as we got all the offers. 

3 hours ago, 1025cruise said:

Is it too late to pick a different promo? No need for ships excitations in Bermuda.

I got all the promos.

12 minutes ago, Gigi1068 said:

No transportation involved.  That particular beach is a short walk from the ship.  The website is trying to charge for 3 people.  My guess is there’s an age minimum but I would confirm the minimum age before making the purchase. Per the website, the cost is Adult $29/Child $29.

That's what it sounds like to me. I'll call NCL tomorrow about the age minimum.

Thanks!

17 minutes ago, zqvol said:

You can pay for as many people as you want. You can't get but two chairs under the umbrella, the issue may be with transportation for the 5 year old, not so much with the chairs on the beach.

It's a short walk from the ship. We did this excursion before 2017 (when she was three), but not thru the ship. We purchased one chair on site, but I don't remember for how much. I figured since I have the credit, I should book thru NCL. 

I found this list online. I'll be adding some of the things the other posters have mentioned. Especially the crib sheets!

kids-packing-list1.pdf

Hey Everyone!

I checked around but couldn't find an answer.

We are sailing in August and have a $50 shore excursion credit. With a 5 year old and a 15 month old, I want to keep it low cost and close to the ship, so we plan to book this:

Hey Everyone!

I checked around but couldn't find an answer. I'll post this in the family forum as well.

We are sailing in August and have a $50 shore excursion credit. With a 5 year old and a 15 month old, I want to keep it low cost and close to the ship, so we plan to book this:

$80 one way for how many passengers? Typical fares for shared shuttles are about $15 per person - more for private service. If this is for private service it is a good price; I would also check with Larry's Limos for private transport to POM

This is a private service for 2 adults and a toddler and it includes the car seat. Shared rides are still on the table, but I like the car seat option.

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Thanks!!! You should see this google spreadsheet I have... [emoji33]

I still have to check SAS...

South Florida quoted $80 one way... is that good?

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Hey everyone!!

I posted in the NCL forum and it was suggested I post here as well. This has probably been answered but I can't find the info so I'm asking again. My hubby, my daughter (3), and I are sailing on the Escape in August. We're flying into Fort Lauderdale very late, arriving around 11pm. We will be staying in an FLL hotel since it will be very late. Since FL requires children to be in car seats, what shuttle services would you recommend? I don't want to have my child in harms way or break any laws. I know shared rides are cheaper, but we want to get to the boat early.

Thanks!!!

Check out the Florida ports of call forum. Tons of info on this subject. Here is the link:

 

 

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/forumdisplay.php?f=495

Thank you!! I knew there was a board, I didn't look hard enough.

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We always stay at one of the 17st area hotels in FLL the night before (but don't arrive that late), then shuttle to the POM the next morning. We always use SAS. They do hotel pickup at 9:30 and 11 am for the port. They are (were?) $15 pp. Two of us.

I'll check them out! I typically don't fly in that late, but I didn't want to drive to JFK. Thanks!

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Hey everyone!!

This has probably been answered but I can't find the info so I'm re-writing it. My hubby, daughter (3), and I are sailing on the Escape in August. We're flying into Fort Lauderdale very late, arriving around 11pm. Trying to see if it will be easier to shutting directly to Miami that same night, or stay in Fort Lauderdale for a night and shuttle over to the port in the morning. Any advice? And what shuttle services would you recommend? I've checked out go shuttle, uber, and upper shuttle.

Thanks!!!

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Following. Curious about the anthem....

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I am loving this review! I was on the Escape last year and can't wait to go in August! Same itinerary!! CAN'T WAIT!!