unseemlygamer Posted July 17, 2015 #1 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Hello again. You probably may have seen my recent post regarding whether to go to port in Nassau or stay onboard. This time, I have some questions regarding an excursion in St. Thomas. That particular excursion is the Skyride to Paradise Point, which my mother and I are planning to do. I've heard that the tramway is a very short walk from the Havensight Pier, but the ship I'm going on always docks in Crown Bay, and thanks to Google Maps, I see that the tramway is a 15 to 20 minute ride from Crown Bay. The ship arrives in St. Thomas at 10am, in which case the gangway opens at 10:15am, and the excursion departs at 10:30am, but the duration of the excursion is for the passenger's desire. When the ship is docked in Crown Bay, does this excursion pick you up from the pier, or are you responsible for getting a taxi to catch the excursion on time? I know that excursions always pick you up, but I'm not exactly sure how this particular excursion works. No, I'm not worried about crime or anything, since St. Thomas is very safe. I kindly ask that you please refrain from telling me to stay onboard, because in St. Thomas, we always get off the ship, and we especially look forward to our traditional stop at Coconuts Bar and Grill. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beautifulbill Posted July 17, 2015 #2 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Calling it an excursion is really confusing me. The skyride takes you up to Paradise Point. When you get there you will have a great view. There are a few shops and a bar but that is about it. When you want you will come back down and be near Havensight and town. So if they aren't going to pick you up at the boat there really is nothing for them to do. It sounds like you would take a taxi back when you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
O2B@Cagain Posted July 17, 2015 #3 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Mike: I'm with Bill on this one. Are you saying they are selling an excursion that just goes to Paradise Point? That is very easy to arrange on your own. Do whatever you want in the morning and have the taxi drop you off in Havensight for the tram ride. When you get done, just get a taxi back to Crown Bay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unseemlygamer Posted July 17, 2015 Author #4 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Mike: I'm with Bill on this one. Are you saying they are selling an excursion that just goes to Paradise Point? That is very easy to arrange on your own. Do whatever you want in the morning and have the taxi drop you off in Havensight for the tram ride. When you get done, just get a taxi back to Crown Bay. Well, it's cheaper to go to Paradise Point through the excursion rather than purchase tickets at the tramway itself. And no, Paradise Point isn't the only thing we're doing. We plan to do it first, and from there, we plan to do Magen's Bay, Coconuts Bar and Grill, and then back to the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lard Greystoke Posted July 18, 2015 #5 Share Posted July 18, 2015 Well, it's cheaper to go to Paradise Point through the excursion rather than purchase tickets at the tramway itself. And no, Paradise Point isn't the only thing we're doing. We plan to do it first, and from there, we plan to do Magen's Bay, Coconuts Bar and Grill, and then back to the ship. You're all set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unseemlygamer Posted July 18, 2015 Author #6 Share Posted July 18, 2015 You're all set. Super! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
O2B@Cagain Posted July 18, 2015 #7 Share Posted July 18, 2015 Okay. As you wish.:) I think of Paradise Point as being an afternoon destination, but I guess morning is okay. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lard Greystoke Posted July 18, 2015 #8 Share Posted July 18, 2015 Okay. As you wish.:) I think of Paradise Point as being an afternoon destination, but I guess morning is okay. :D The light will be better in the morning. It will be behind as you look over the harbor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue_water Posted July 19, 2015 #9 Share Posted July 19, 2015 (edited) Paradise Point is a great spot to relax at with the view after a beach or other excursion but you can go early. You can also usually buy refundable tram tickets a little cheaper at your excursions desk if you go there early. Love Coconuts! Edited July 19, 2015 by blue_water Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unseemlygamer Posted July 21, 2015 Author #10 Share Posted July 21, 2015 Paradise Point is a great spot to relax at with the view after a beach or other excursion but you can go early.You can also usually buy refundable tram tickets a little cheaper at your excursions desk if you go there early. Love Coconuts! Coconuts is always a tradition for us! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barbaraanne Posted July 31, 2015 #11 Share Posted July 31, 2015 (edited) Coconuts is always a tradition for us! Sorry, but where is Coconuts Bar and Grill, if you don't mind my asking? Edited July 31, 2015 by barbaraanne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unseemlygamer Posted July 31, 2015 Author #12 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Sorry, but where is Coconuts Bar and Grill, if you don't mind my asking? It's downtown, across from Main Street. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnstoc13 Posted August 5, 2015 #13 Share Posted August 5, 2015 Does anyone know if RCCL excursion provides the transportation to get to Skyride? We're on Oasis, and others have mentioned taxi to get there...about how long is the taxi ride? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unseemlygamer Posted August 5, 2015 Author #14 Share Posted August 5, 2015 (edited) Does anyone know if RCCL excursion provides the transportation to get to Skyride? We're on Oasis, and others have mentioned taxi to get there...about how long is the taxi ride? Thanks! According to Google Maps, a ride from Crown Bay to Havensight would take between 15 and 20 minutes. I don't know if the cruise line provides the transportation - that's why I posted this whole thread. Edited August 5, 2015 by unseemlygamer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winston Wolf Posted October 21, 2015 #15 Share Posted October 21, 2015 (edited) Digging up an old thread here... We'd like to do this if time allows after visting Coral World. I don't plan on buying the "excursion" through the ship and just walk up to buy tram passes. Does anyone know if they accept credit cards, or is it cash only? I know many times cash in king in the islands. Edited October 21, 2015 by Winston Wolf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pghsteelerfan Posted October 22, 2015 #16 Share Posted October 22, 2015 The light will be better in the morning. It will be behind as you look over the harbor. I agree! We were just there last month and went up in the morning for that reason, then hit the beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue_water Posted October 22, 2015 #17 Share Posted October 22, 2015 We prefer later for the lighting and the vibe, just a great spot to hit after a day at the beach! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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