3redheads Posted April 18, 2005 #1 Share Posted April 18, 2005 Not much info on the Port of Calls board. Thought I'd check with you all. Do you have any suggestions? Also, did you find a restaurant to eat at in San Juan or go back on board? Thanks! Kim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wwinfl91 Posted April 18, 2005 #2 Share Posted April 18, 2005 We were able to use the free buses to get from the port to El Morro, the big fort you will see when your ship enters the harbor. The fort closes promptly at 5 PM and stops taking new visitors before that so don't spend a lot of time getting up to it if it is something you want to see. Once you have done that you can wander back down, El Morro sits on a high spot in the city, through the old city. The old main gate is another place to go and see. You can go through it and then follow the walls around the outside of the city back to the port. You can find a local restaurant to eat if you want but we went back to the ship and had dinner in the dining room since it was already paid for. Check out the San Juan board in the Ports of call area for lots of information about Old San Juan and things to do and see. Link below. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/forumdisplay.php?f=131 Have a great next cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluv2bcruising Posted April 18, 2005 #3 Share Posted April 18, 2005 We did the same thing, but we walked....the exercise felt great :) ...from the Port to El Morro....we stopped along the way to shop at The Coach and Ralph Lauren stores...although if we had to do it over, we would have reversed things and gone to El Morro first, and then as you are walking back down to the Port, do all your shopping (that way you are not lugging your goodies)...there are also some beautiful cathedrals to visit in San Juan.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seaside2358 Posted April 18, 2005 #4 Share Posted April 18, 2005 We walked to El Morro. I really didn't think it was that far and you can check out the sights along the way...After that we went to Senor Frogs which was soooo packed we left without a drink and went back to the ship... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superjerryw Posted April 18, 2005 #5 Share Posted April 18, 2005 Another vote for El Morro. If you have time and like old forts there is also San Cristobal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruising89143 Posted April 18, 2005 #6 Share Posted April 18, 2005 On the Navigator back in December we had to dock at the Pan American pier. We took a taxi to El Morrow and then walked back down to the port area and looked around. There are some nice places to eat around the old San Juan area. The Parrott Club is one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunsetme Posted April 18, 2005 #7 Share Posted April 18, 2005 bacardi rum factory tour--it was especially a good choice because it rained and the tour was inside. its easy to get to by ferry and then taxi and no cost to take the tour. includes 2 free drinks as well. we had early seating so this was a good choice. got off the ship right away and was back at 5. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3redheads Posted April 19, 2005 Author #8 Share Posted April 19, 2005 Thanks so much for the suggestions. This is also DD 13th birthday so I wanted something special. Sounds like a great idea! Thanks again! Kim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babs275 Posted April 19, 2005 #9 Share Posted April 19, 2005 Went on the NightTales Tour with Debbie at Legends of Puerto Rico - she was great! My parents loved her daytime tour as well. http://www.*****.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted April 19, 2005 #10 Share Posted April 19, 2005 Kim .... Here's something FUN in San Juan: SENIOR FROGS (Mini-Review & Directions) CLICK HERE :D Happy Sailing! OCruisers :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb1403 Posted April 20, 2005 #11 Share Posted April 20, 2005 We also did the Night Tales Tour with Debbie at Legends of Puerto Rico - she was great! Very informative, small group, easy to talk to, and a good price! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar27 Posted April 20, 2005 #12 Share Posted April 20, 2005 What would you all do if you had three children under 12 with you? Should we just stay on the ship? Should I leave them in Adventure Ocean and just DD and I go for a tour? What do you suggest? Thanks for the input. Sharonna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckrobyn Posted April 20, 2005 #13 Share Posted April 20, 2005 What would you all do if you had three children under 12 with you? Should we just stay on the ship? Should I leave them in Adventure Ocean and just DD and I go for a tour? What do you suggest? Thanks for the input. Sharonna I can't believe you just admitted publicly that you are bringing 3 children under the age of 12 with you ;) LMAO! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar27 Posted April 20, 2005 #14 Share Posted April 20, 2005 I can't believe you just admitted publicly that you are bringing 3 children under the age of 12 with you ;) LMAO! Omigosh!!! Did I do that. I better run and hide before someone starts throwing Corona's at me.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckrobyn Posted April 20, 2005 #15 Share Posted April 20, 2005 Omigosh!!! Did I do that. I better run and hide before someone starts throwing Corona's at me.:D Okay, that was WAAAY too funny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babs275 Posted April 20, 2005 #16 Share Posted April 20, 2005 Depending on the exact ages and gender of the 3 kids I don't see why they wouldn't enjoy walking around Old San Juan - especially if they are boys - El Moro the fort is fun to wander around. It is a lot of walking to consider though if they are really little. I found this on the Legends of Puerto Rico website - it offers really good tips and insight http://www.*****.com/magazinecruiseship.asp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest OBAYbee Posted April 20, 2005 #17 Share Posted April 20, 2005 With three 12 and under I would probably leave the choice up to them. If they don't want to take a tour with you I would leave them at Adventure Ocean. They can meet the new kids as they board etc. If they want to go on the tour, then judging from what others have posted it would be quite appropriate to take them with you. Good luck, have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Jacquelyn Posted April 20, 2005 #18 Share Posted April 20, 2005 We rented a car ansd drove to the El Yunque rainforest (see my Explorer review link below). I wouldn't do it with 3 kids, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandman&woman Posted April 20, 2005 #19 Share Posted April 20, 2005 Kim, Leave the little ones on board. My sons (15,18,21) loved interacting with the shopkeepers in town. They also loved El Morro. There is a Hard Rock Cafe there too. Walking through town is fun, but it is very hilly. Young kids will tire quickly. Your 15l-year-old will really like it. Of all the sights we saw on the cruise, they loved Old San Juan the best. kssand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salmocat Posted April 21, 2005 #20 Share Posted April 21, 2005 I've been many times to San Juan. One trip was on a cruise where we only had a few hours as well. Adults --Bacardi tour was really cool if you like rum. The rainforest is awesome, but it is farther out of the city--it is definitely worth it if you can do it. I loved it! If you have girls, then they will love walking around Old San Juan shopping. A great place to eat is the Butterfly People Cafe. The address is 257 Calle De La Cruz Old San Juan, Puerto Rico 00901. I also vote for El Morro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3redheads Posted April 21, 2005 Author #21 Share Posted April 21, 2005 Since it's my daughters's birthday, she will not want to be left behind. She wants to do something "special" Sigh...Well, she is turning 13 :D Thanks so much for the info. I think we'll try the fort and walking around Old San Juan. You guys and gals are just great!!! Kim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar27 Posted April 21, 2005 #22 Share Posted April 21, 2005 Thank you once again for all of the great info. I will probably leave my three kids, two of which are girls (for babs275), on board. Don't know what I would do without you guys. Sharonna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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