PORT ROYAL

90% of Liquor Stores around the port will stock this basic entry level, high seller, commercial rum.

From experience…To get the best from both fort tours, allow 2 hours for EM, then 1 hour for LF, with 15 minutes in between. But one must take a guide, otherwise so much of interest will be missed.

To assist, S.H.T. found on the most popular beaches, being the shortest distance from the ship, discovered either sitting hot and sweaty on the sand, or floating in the sea.

About 10 minutes in a taxi….

If unsure, then ask one’s Hotel Concierge to arrange a Taxi, or if preferred a Limo, from Hotel to Port prior to arrival. This is just one of the many functions of a Concierge. No angst…

Don’t know of any Hotel free shuttles from Southampton Airport then to Port. Airport Taxis are plentiful and reasonably priced. Best to book one’s Hotel/Port Taxi advance as best (most agreeable) times are booked first.

Consider contacting Tours by Locals, as many tour operators will offer what 99% of visitors want, this being the inclusion a beach stop with food/bar. TBL will be able to offer exactly what one requires, albeit food, history etc.

Never considered this specific option, so better to direct this question to the Marriott. Personally, one thinks that having access to all the Hotel’s day facilities, whether they are used or not, could require payment. But one’s thoughts could be proven incorrect.

BIL had the identical angst. However, they were pleased with the resulting upgrade. Not saying there is an upgrade in the pipeline, but one never knows…. Know of a couple who received their stateroom 7 days prior to boarding, again with an upgrade. No need to panic “yet”. If really concerned then give Cunard a call.

Think they issued bands for the last three years, because there were dishonest people thinking they could enter and stay without payment, not being discovered. Security would have enthusiastically completed the robust removal of the infestation. Not 100% sure if bands are still in operation. But, who cares, so long as the knowledge of, plus usage of bands does deter and keeps these reprobates away.

TTE Protocol is to rock up, flash cash, don’t tell them one is from Carnival (lie), take lift, press down, set up a bar tab, enjoy.

Can recommend Good Local Cuisine Sweetfield Manor https://sweetfieldmanor.com/dining/ https://sweetfieldmanor.com/our-menus/ Fine Dining (Gourmet quality) https://champersrestaurant.com https://narubarbados.com/about-us/ Pan Asian (With a gentle Twist) https://narubarbados.com/about-us/ https://narubarbados.com/menu/#concept Just a thought. If looking for a little different type Hotel for a night stay, then consider Sweetfield Manor Hotel. Then no taxi to take to dine. Also close to Airport and Cruise Terminal. They also offered “day rooms” for a post cruise, pre-flight stay. https://sweetfieldmanor.com

The Marriott is the place for discerning and genteel Cruisers and Holidaymakers. Great ambience, service, food and drinks. Totally secure and T’erd free. Book direct or rock up with the TTE Protocol. Information Links. https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/skbrb-st-kitts-marriott-resort-and-the-royal-beach-casino/overview/ https://www.google.co.uk/travel/hotels/entity/CgsI6pnSt4qt6YC3ARAB/lightbox/CAESU2h0dHBzOi8vaW1hZ2VzLnRydmwtbWVkaWEuY29tL2hvdGVscy80MDAwMDAwLzM5ODAwMDAvMzk3NjQwMC8zOTc2Mzc0LzdjODU5ZWVkX3ouanBn?g2lb=2502548%2C2503771%2C2503781%2C4258168%2C4270442%2C4284970%2C4291517%2C4306835%2C4308226%2C4597339%2C4718358%2C4723331%2C4731329%2C4757164%2C4814050%2C4861688%2C4864715%2C4874190%2C4879519%2C4886082%2C4886480%2C4893075%2C4902277%2C4903082%2C4904256%2C4905351%2C4905599%2C4906050%2C4920622%2C4926165&hl=en-GB&gl=uk&ssta=1&grf=EmQKLAgOEigSJnIkKiIKBwjnDxACGAcSBwjnDxACGAkgADAeQMoCSgcI5w8QARgHCjQIDBIwEi6yASsSKQonCiUweDhjMTIxYTRhZDQ2NmJiNjM6MHhiNzAxYTU2OGE2ZjQ4Y2Vh&rp=EOqZ0reKremAtwEQ6pnSt4qt6YC3ATgCQABIAcABAg&ictx=1&sa=X&ved=0CAAQ5JsGahcKEwjgqYyVxbb8AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAw&utm_campaign=sharing&utm_medium=link&utm_source=htls

Probably the problem is within the new and improved wonderful Cunard Website. Best to give Cunard a call

Suggestion. Best speak immediately with one’s Bank and/or Mortgage Holder, explain the situation. But do feel the Bank/Mortgage will offer to support one during the ongoing saga of this particular case.

Sorry…..

Time to roll out the big guns at Group’s Head Office. Send one’s “no action” complaint, together with the booking reference, stating the urgency to: Executive.Correspondence@carnivalukgroup.com The Guano will hit the air oscillating device.

Close to the terminal? - Southampton Harbour Boutique Hotel? - Pig in the Wall Old English Pub/Hotel? The White Star Personal favourite being Lime Wood - Not close to the Terminal

Send a message on Face Ache to House of Rums on Fort de France.

Rain? In the Caribbean? No, it’s liquid sunshine. A little tip. Purchase a few (supply) disposable plastic Ponchos (the very small packaged ones). Carry wherever one goes, then Ponchos are always there if needed, and take up no space or weight.

Travel time? About 40 minutes to Royalton with an an additional 3/5 minutes for Cap Maison. Taxi used to be $40 per cab e/w (3 years ago), so work on a maximum range of $45/50 Allow an extra 15 minutes for the return journey, allowing for the possibility of busy port traffic. Beach: Both have good beach access. Cap Maison is a boutique hotel on Smuggler’s, it’s a very small beach in a beautiful cove setting. Royalton is on a major sandy beach. Cap Maison involves a set of steep steps, while Royalton has a relatively flat access. Both can deliver the required shade. Food: Royalton is of a modern “American/St Lucia interpretation, a good standard to which the majority of guests would immediately recognise and find very acceptable. Cap Maison is more ethnic and moves towards small restaurant gourmet cuisine Drinks: Royalton gives the usual list, while Cap Maison has the list, but with it’s own concoctions with wonderful twists to expand and challenge one’s taste buds. Side by side, one would take Cap Maison (Naked Fisherman) for the beauty of the setting, food, drinks and service. A better experience gives one better memories. But, as ever, one pays the money and makes the choice. Enjoy the beauty of St Lucia and it’s people.

As one showed interest in Orient Beach, then consider Coco, book the day with beds in advance https://www.cocobeach.restaurant Walk from taxi to Coco is along flat terrain and children are welcomed. Excellent food and drinks with a special menu for young ones. Give them a call to discuss all one’s group requirements. All will be met at Coco.

The example being set, no matter how small, can also be followed by those who wish to exceed the basic minimum published dress code. One was given a suggested code improvement by @D&N which was accepted with thanks. Any small decision made to improve the dress code by an individual must be applauded, without the need for others to snipe or decry, especially by those who may have absolutely no wish to participate in making any sartorial improvements.

It’s one Voyage…. Go for it…