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Did you find things to do? I am considering going there, so I was hoping you got some responses.

Longer cruises tend to be attract older clientele, so it should be okay.

On 9/7/2022 at 11:38 AM, 93yearsyoung said:

 

Makapu'u Point is 5 miles or so from Waimanalo Beach so it depends on what the cruise line is calling "Waimanalo".

 

Along the same lines, what does "seeing Diamond Head" mean? Driving inside the crater? Hiking Diamond Head? If you don't hike Diamond Head, you don't really "see it" in my book.

 

Understanding the details of the itinerary is important.

Not really interested in hiking it. I was hoping to just view it while driving by. Not gonna happen, huh.

On 9/5/2022 at 6:13 PM, Bocadude85 said:

 

They are not the same thing, when you say Makapu'u Point are you talking about hiking to the lighthouse? Or is it just a scenic drive by? The Waimanalo stop I’m assuming is a stop at the beach. Waimanalo beach is one of my favorites on island. 

The drive by. Wow, I can't believe this is the first time I have been back on since September.

I am trying to decide between shore excursions through Princess Cruises. One goes through Waikiki, Hanuama Bay, blowhole, Waimanalo, and Pali Lookout and the other goes to Diamond Head, Hanuama Bay, blowhole, Makapu'u Point, and  Pali Lookout.  I like the idea of seeing Diamond Head vs Waikiki, but I don't know much about Waimanalo vs Makapu'u Point. Any suggestions?

Update: I just looked it up and they are the same thing. Is that true?

Thanks, all!

Thank you!!!

Beautiful! So would a taxi get us to both? Roughly, how  much might it cost to see?

I feel better about going  there now. Thank you!!!

I would love to go to St Barts and Jost Van Dyke. Are they worth seeing?  We just like to look around the absorb the atmosphere. What are the best ports to get a ferry or excursion to these places?

We have been to Barbados before but we want to go to Bottom Bay and Crane Beach next time we are there. What's the best way to get there? Can we do both in an afternoon?

Thank you!!

I want to cruise to the Mexican Riviera but my husband doesn't think it's safe. I don't want to miss out on a beautiful part of the world. Does he have a point?

On 11/15/2020 at 9:46 AM, Elvis1001 said:

I was lucky enough to visit Havana in April 2019 just before Trump ended cruises to Cuba.  I think/hope Biden will return to the Obama policies regarding Cuba. Havana is the ideal replacement for Key West since they just voted to ban cruise ships. Of course none of this is possible until COVID is way behind us.

I had no idea Key West banned cruise ships. What's the reason?

We are looking at a Hawaii cruise for April 2022. Would love to this year, but it seems many are getting cancelled.

Hi. Hubby and I rented a 20' RV a few years ago and loved it. We are not sure if we want to buy an RV or just rent. What are some advantages/disadvantages to buying vs renting. I definitely want to do some heavy duty traveling. He'd rather buy an airplane instead, so I need some bargaining chips.

Thank you!

10 hours ago, Silver Sweethearts said:

To give a more accurate answer, are you looking at the Pride of America or a cruise from the mainland to Hawaii and back?

Probably Pride of America, if that is the one that starts and ends in Honolulu.

I've never been, so I don't know if there are things to constantly see, like there are in Alaska.

Hubby and I are looking into booking a Hawaii cruise. We have had a few balconies,  but usually book inside cabins. We did a balcony for Alaska, but I didn't know if Hawaii is a location where a  balcony is a must-have.

4 minutes ago, freshwater_princess said:

I have cruised on HAL and Princess.  While both are premium lines, I prefer Princess overall.  Princess has more activities, the onboard atmosphere is friendlier and the ship’s interior and exterior are beautiful.  Holland has slightly better food and excellent service.  I would go on both lines again, but my ❤️ belongs to Princess.

I prefer Princess as well. We should cruise together.

1 hour ago, dundeene said:

If you are curious please take some time to check out each companies website.

What does the price include?

airfare, port fees and taxes, excursion in every port, all beverages, alcohol, a butler for your cabin, specialty restaurants, prepaid gratuities, $600 OBC?

Some of these include 5 or 6 of these 9!

The alcohol being covered is probably nice, although we don't drink much.

On 2/7/2019 at 6:27 AM, iancal said:

We have had wonderful cruises on Princess, Celebrity, Crystal, RCI, and Carnival that all compare very well to HAL.

 

Yes, there are differences however we  enjoy those differences.  There are still a number of cruise lines that we want to try.  We do not cruise fore more than 21 days.  Neither of us can imagine being loyal to any one cruise line.   There are simply too many great ships and cruise lines to try.

 

Yes, there are. It's fun to get a variety of experiences.

On 2/6/2019 at 5:22 PM, BJzink said:

Speaking as a single woman traveling alone, I love HAL because I feel safe at all times, even on tours.  The ports are so interesting, and the lectures informative.  Where else could I learn about the origins of Tango or Mata.  As mentioned, the staff is attentive, knows my name by the second day, and go out of their way to make me feel comfortable.  I am not impaired at all, go on tours that require lots of walking, and love to learn anything.  

The other thing that differentiates HAL from other cruise lines is their use of fresh flower arrangements all over the ships.  

I can totally understand that. Very few crazy folks on board. I did see lots of, I think they were, orchids. Very lovely.

On 2/6/2019 at 3:21 PM, OlsSalt said:

 

 

Viking - $2999

Crystal -$ 2583

Regent - $3199

Oceania - $2879

 

 

Oof. What makes the prices so high on these? Is it worth it?