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    Day Pass Options Summarized; Request for feedback

    in Bahamas

    Posted

    Good Job...

    I'll add a little "color" and details where I can.

    High-Level Options:

     

    1. Sheraton [Cable Beach]
    2. British Colonial Hilton (BCH) [Private beach near cruise term]
    3. Atlantis [Paradise Island]
    4. Blue Lagoon [Private Island]
    5. Sandals (adults only) [Cable Beach]
    6. Breezes (14+ only) [Cable Beach]
    7. RIU Palace [Cabbage Beach]
    8. Marley Resort (Cable Beach
    9. Compass Point (Gambier)
    10. Wyndham Crystal Palace (Cable Beach)

    (Map here: http://www.welt-atlas.de/map_of_new_providence_8-823)

     

     

    1. Sheraton Day Pass

    Transportation: Taxi ($15 each way) or Jitney ($1-2pp; exact change only)

     

    2 General Options:

    Option A: $99 which includes a room for 2 guests (7am-7pm); +$10pp additional person (up to 2). Can be purchased upon arrival or reserved in advance. Contact (242) 327-6000.

     

    Option B: $30pp day pass ($15 for children 4-11). Can
    (MUST)
    be purchased upon arrival.

     

    Option C: $60 day pass with food and 2 non-alcoholic drinks thru
    Purchase online only.

     

    Includes
    : Beach & pool area, towels, beach chairs, non-motorized beach equipment.
    Excludes
    : Food/drinks.

     

    Sheraton is a large resort with a nice sized beach, 3 pools, swim up bar, zero entry and waterfall. It's for those who like an ACTIVE beach. There is some novice snorkeling off the beach near the rocks. Not much to see, but fine for beginners.
    Snorkeling gear is included. 1/2 hour per person.

    Sheraton is next to the Wyndham and is adjacent to the crystal Palace casino. Guests of the Sheraton may also use the Wyndham property.

     

    For more info:

     

    Note: A number of places offer similar packages with food included

    2. British Colonial Hilton Day Pass

    Transportation- walking distance from cruise terminal

    $60 per person online via Island Marketing (
    $5 more upon arrival. Kids 12 and under 50% off.

     

    Includes
    : Beach & pool area, towels, beach chairs, non-motorized beach equipment, $40 food/beverage credit (15-20 for kids).

     

    For more info:

     

    British Colonial Hilton is a quiet Business Hotel located in the heart of the city. Small private beach on the Harbor, small private pool. Beach bar with Pool and beach service. This property is for those who enjoy a quiet and relaxing day at the beach. If you need activities or have kids that as noisy and boisterous.. this is not the place. Nice covered chaises, day beds and cabanas.

    3. Atlantis

    Transportation- varies based on options chosen.

     

    Option A
    : Aquaventure ~$135-169pp ($80-115 children 4-12)
    . Includes:
    The Dig & habitats, beaches, water park (slides/pools/etc).
    Excludes
    : Meals, lockers.
    Availability
    is first-come, first-served & based on occupancy rates. Guaranteed availability when booked through the ship or through the ship or

     

    Option B
    : Atlantis Beach Day ~$69-95pp ($40-55 children 4-12).
    Includes
    : Aquarium tour & habitats, beaches.
    Excludes
    : Water park (slides/pools/etc), meals, lockers.
    Availability
    is first-come, first-served & based on occupancy rates. Guaranteed availability when booked through the ship or through the ship or

     

    Option C
    : 1-night stay at the Comfort Suites. This gets you the same package as an Aquaventure with the bonus of the room

     

    Atlantis is a very busy and very noise venue. During most days the cruise crowds take over the property.

    Beach day is for the main beach. You will not have access to the Cove or Paradise Beach or the Lagoon Beach.

    Atlantis is cashless during the daytime.. so bring a credit card and ID.

     

    Lots more discussion over here:

    4. Blue Lagoon

    Transportation- included.

     

    Cost is ~$54-69pp (~$42-55pp for children <10) based on direct booking vs. booking on the ship.

     

    Includes
    : Boat ride, lunch, beaches, towels, chairs, etc; water inflatables & non-motorized watersports.
    Excludes
    : Other food/drink; no pools here.

     

    For more info:

     

    Blue Lagoon has two main beaches.. the lagoon which is shallow and has a inflatable park (which is more $$).

    and the Ocean side which is pristine and has more wake or current.

    Blue Lagoon Island is also the home of the dolphin encounter and sealions. You can book these programs at:
    If you book a program, you beach day is free.

    5. Sandals (adults only)

    Transportation
    -
    taxi ($15 each way) or Jitney ($1-2pp; exact change only) if you are going on your own.

     

    Cost is $110 per person (10am-6pm) upon arrival or pre-booked through Island Routes $150 (877-768-8370;
    does
    include transportation).

     

    Includes
    : All-inclusive food/drink/pools/beach/etc.
    Excludes
    : Hotel room.

     

    For more info:

    6. Breezes (14+ only) 18 and older during spring break

    Transportation
    -
    taxi ($15 each way) or Jitney ($1-2pp; exact change only) if you are going on your own.

     

    Cost is $65pp upon arrival; limited availability. You can book it ahead of time through Island Routes $150 (877-768-8370;
    does
    include transportation).

     

    Includes
    : All-inclusive food/drink/pools/beach/etc.
    Excludes
    : Hotel Room.

     

    More info at

     

    Note: Age restriction increases during Spring Break season

     

    This is an older property on a great stretch of beach. Drinks are good, bar food is better than the buffet.

    This is a typical spring break type hotel, with loud announcements, games, bingo etc poolside.

    No pool or beachside service. Bring a big cup.. they use tiny Dixie cups which you have to keep refilling.

    7. RIU Palace

    Cost is $75 through Island Marketing (
    ) or $100 upon arrival.

     

    Includes
    : All-inclusive food/drink/pools/beach/etc.
    Excludes
    : Hotel Room.

     

    RIU is located next to the Atlantis on Cabbage Beach. The beach is a public beach. Chaise are provided, but umbrellas must be rented independently ($25). This beach can be very rough during some seasons and if there is north winds. Beach is NOT for the very young. Vendors for jet ski, parasailing etc are on this beach which can get noisy. Local vendors are on the beach selling everything from jewelry, t shirts, rum etc to ganga.

     

    More info at

     

    8.
    Marley Resort.- Cable Beach

    Day passes available at"http://bahamasforaday.com/Marley_Nassau_Day_Pass.html

    Adult (ages 13+):
    $60
    resort & lunch voucher

    Child (ages 6-12):
    $48
    resort & lunch voucher

    (no charge for children 5 and under)

    Full access to this magnificent "boutique" resort including pools, Cable Beach, chairs, umbrellas, and beach towel. Freshly prepared lunch in our sit down restaurant: Each ADULT receives a $30 food and beverage voucher. Each CHILD receives a $15 food and beverage voucher

    This is a very relaxing boutique hotel. Although kids are allowed, I have never seen one on the property and I doubt there is much for them to do. Very quiet and Zen property.

    9. Compass Point - Gambier
    .

    Western transportation jitney ($2.50) or cab $32 for 2 ppl

    Don't have the details, but I'm told they do day passes.

    10. Wyndham - Cable Beach

    $1.25 for jitney or $18 for 2ppl (cab).

    Located just next to the Sheraton and has a small beach on the ocean and a nice pool with slide.

    DJ plays most days. Large Jacuzzi which is usually full of kids.

    Day pass is $20 and includes towels, loungers etc.

    Bar and Grill on the premises. Swim up pool.

    Crystal Palace Casino in in the lobby.

     

    Hey Scubagirl how is the beach at the Marley Resort? We never knew about this resort. Is it relatively new? As quiet and peaceful as the Hilton? Food? Looks nice, just value the comparison to the Hilton which we really liked. We like nice clear water, and go between the pools and the beach usually.Relaxing in the sun, and like the quiet atmosphere. Thanks again. Also how far away from the cruiseport is the Marley property? Cost by taxi or #10 bus? Thanks so much.

    Long Bay Beach

    in Antigua

    Posted

    Our favorite beach as well. Very relaxed and not too crowded when we there. No pushy sales but there are booths you could buy from. You can rent anything you would need for the water there if you wanted from jet ski's , snorkel equipment to a boat ride out to a close by reef. We just relaxed on the beach, had some drinks from the bar and snorkeled off the beach ( saw lots of fish). Would have liked to stay longer but we had shared a cab with another couple and their daughter who wanted to get back to port. Cab is $26 one way divided among passengers. You can have them return to pick you up or just get a ride there and take one of the cabs that are always around to get back at your convenience.

    It was about a 20 minute drive

     

    Was the restaurant opened at the hotel? Or is there food available at Long Bay Beach? Was the reef close to shore? Good clarity? Just asking since we love to snorkel-looks like the place for us and our two boys. Thanks!

    Anyone else creeped-out by Coki beach? Better alternatives? e.g. Megans Bay / Trunk?

    in St. Thomas/St. John

    Posted

    You are quite welcome.

     

    As for the snorkeling- our ship friends did not think the snorkeling at Trunk was as good as what they had in Curacau or other spots around the Caribbean. There is an underwater snorkel trail but they observed that some of the coral was damaged probably by other snorkelers. They are avid snorkelers. I can say that I walked out in the water just a bit (calf heigth) and hundreds of little fish swarmed around me. :D It was a wonderful experience.

     

    St. John is very mush worth the trip because most of the island is a National Park and just so unspoiled. We have been to Hawksnest Beach as well and there are other beaches too.

     

    Trunk bay does have very nice showers, changing area and lockers. I am VERY picky about restrooms and showers so and I did not have a problem at Trunk.

     

     

     

     

    What can you tell me about Hawksnest?Is the snorkeling good here as well? Are there bathroom or food at Hawksnest? Looking at an alternative beach with snorkeling,bathrooms, some snacks,drinks,. Been to Trunk and loved it, just wanted to try a different beach. Do you know anything about Caneel? Thanks for the help.

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