Agenh83 Posted January 12, 2018 #51 Share Posted January 12, 2018 The beach in front was open to anyone. There were lots of chairs down there that anyone could use. It wasn't too crowded down by us, perhaps because our cabana was a bit of a walk, and unless you had a cabana you probably wouldn't walk down that far. The beach area closer to the recreation and food areas was very crowded though. I've attached a picture of the cabana for you to check it out. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy&Grumpy Posted January 12, 2018 #52 Share Posted January 12, 2018 The beach in front was open to anyone. There were lots of chairs down there that anyone could use. It wasn't too crowded down by us, perhaps because our cabana was a bit of a walk, and unless you had a cabana you probably wouldn't walk down that far. The beach area closer to the recreation and food areas was very crowded though. I've attached a picture of the cabana for you to check it out. That looks perfect! What number is it? Are the higher numbers the furthest down? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agenh83 Posted January 12, 2018 #53 Share Posted January 12, 2018 I believe so, yes. I know someone upthread said number 11 was very near the bathroom, which we definitely had to walk to. This was number 17, and there were only a few that were further than ours I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy&Grumpy Posted January 12, 2018 #54 Share Posted January 12, 2018 I believe so, yes. I know someone upthread said number 11 was very near the bathroom, which we definitely had to walk to. This was number 17, and there were only a few that were further than ours I think. Thanks! One last question - how long ago were you there? There's a guy on FB complaining about construction noise, but I get the feeling he's just trying to scare people away so he can get a cabana. :'):') Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agenh83 Posted January 12, 2018 #55 Share Posted January 12, 2018 We were just there in mid-October, and we didn't have a problem with any construction noise, but I don't know how much they were doing at that point. We saw some equipment down aways, but it didn't look like people were working. Maybe it's gotten worse? Noise was definitely not our complaint; the horrible service for the high price was what made it so disappointing for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy&Grumpy Posted January 12, 2018 #56 Share Posted January 12, 2018 We were just there in mid-October, and we didn't have a problem with any construction noise, but I don't know how much they were doing at that point. We saw some equipment down aways, but it didn't look like people were working. Maybe it's gotten worse? Noise was definitely not our complaint; the horrible service for the high price was what made it so disappointing for us. I dunno, looking at a map, it looks like it's far enough away that it shouldn't be an issue. And as far as service, we're more self-serve anyhow, and would be happy not seeing staff constantly. ;) The other half can't sit still for long and often goes for drinks himself! Thanks again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ride4806 Posted September 23, 2018 #57 Share Posted September 23, 2018 I am wondering if they pick you up with the tram at the end of the day to return to the boat? I have mobility issues and want to rent a cabana but am concerned about the walk back to the ship afterward if they give me one too far out. Thanks so much for your help with this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Euby Posted October 18, 2018 #58 Share Posted October 18, 2018 On 9/23/2018 at 5:37 PM, skrebelr said: I am wondering if they pick you up with the tram at the end of the day to return to the boat? I have mobility issues and want to rent a cabana but am concerned about the walk back to the ship afterward if they give me one too far out. Thanks so much for your help with this. I'm quoting this since I would like to see an answer myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy&Grumpy Posted October 18, 2018 #59 Share Posted October 18, 2018 On 9/23/2018 at 6:37 PM, skrebelr said: I am wondering if they pick you up with the tram at the end of the day to return to the boat? I have mobility issues and want to rent a cabana but am concerned about the walk back to the ship afterward if they give me one too far out. Thanks so much for your help with this. They did not when we were there in February. No tram/cart either way. I would assume one with mobility issues could ask for assistance though? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ride4806 Posted October 18, 2018 #60 Share Posted October 18, 2018 10 hours ago, Wendy&Grumpy said: They did not when we were there in February. No tram/cart either way. I would assume one with mobility issues could ask for assistance though? Thanks so much for your reply, I will ask now before I book Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisewithbaby Posted January 1, 2019 #61 Share Posted January 1, 2019 Has anyone been there recently that has a review of the large cabanas? Which numbers would you ask for and why? How was service? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yebba Posted January 8, 2019 #62 Share Posted January 8, 2019 i would be interested in a recent review of the small cabanas as well--we will be there in april! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theresa522 Posted March 14, 2019 #63 Share Posted March 14, 2019 Looking for info on the small and large cabanas. What is included? Is it worth it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Deeliteful Posted May 11, 2019 #64 Share Posted May 11, 2019 Interested too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ride4806 Posted May 22, 2019 #65 Share Posted May 22, 2019 On 5/11/2019 at 4:14 PM, Deeliteful said: Interested too sorry folks can not help since we did not get to use them -they did not stop on our cruise 😞 This is the second time we missed the Private Island due to weather, I am hoping to get there eventually!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yebba Posted May 23, 2019 #66 Share Posted May 23, 2019 we ended up getting a large cabana instead of the small (a nice surprise!) and it was very very nice. that part of the beach is WAY less crowded. there's a bar nearby and food (which was SO good). it was worth it for our group of 6 so i would highly recommend! even if you don't do a cabana, go to this area of the island. there were so few people and we all found the snorkeling to be better on this side as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLcruisergrl Posted May 25, 2019 #67 Share Posted May 25, 2019 On 5/23/2019 at 12:05 PM, yebba said: we ended up getting a large cabana instead of the small (a nice surprise!) and it was very very nice. that part of the beach is WAY less crowded. there's a bar nearby and food (which was SO good). it was worth it for our group of 6 so i would highly recommend! even if you don't do a cabana, go to this area of the island. there were so few people and we all found the snorkeling to be better on this side as well. Did you get the $50 food credit for snacks? I’ve heard they’ve discontinued it and all you get now is floats, no food credit and no water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yebba Posted May 25, 2019 #68 Share Posted May 25, 2019 1 hour ago, FLcruisergrl said: Did you get the $50 food credit for snacks? I’ve heard they’ve discontinued it and all you get now is floats, no food credit and no water. we got all sorts of food delivered to the cabana. water would be free from the bar (or cabana person) and the food pictured above was free also. there’s no shortage of food or drink! 😎 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLcruisergrl Posted May 25, 2019 #69 Share Posted May 25, 2019 4 minutes ago, yebba said: we got all sorts of food delivered to the cabana. water would be free from the bar (or cabana person) and the food pictured above was free also. there’s no shortage of food or drink! 😎 Thanks! Part of the excursion is bottled water in the mini fridge and snacks (shrimp cocktail, charcuterie, fruit platters) that you order via menu a day or 2 before you get to the island. Was this available? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy&Grumpy Posted May 25, 2019 #70 Share Posted May 25, 2019 7 minutes ago, FLcruisergrl said: Thanks! Part of the excursion is bottled water in the mini fridge and snacks (shrimp cocktail, charcuterie, fruit platters) that you order via menu a day or 2 before you get to the island. Was this available? In early May, the $50 credit & menu to preorder food were still included, as well the bottled water in the fridge. I'm assuming the sandwich and chips pictured above are from the buffet, as there were no sandwiches available on the cabana menu. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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