jabberjaw070596 Posted August 22, 2017 #26 Share Posted August 22, 2017 I'm currently researching Barbados beaches for my upcoming cruise. The Boatyard is $20 for a chair, umbrella, one drink, turtle tour and a free cab ride back to the pier (this is worth $5/person). We've decided to go to the Boatyard in Barbados because their menu looks best for my husband who has some dietary restrictions. Enjoy your cruise! You must pay extra for the turtle tour which is with an independent person not thru the Boatyard. 20 bucks gets you a chair, umbrella, free drink and cab ride back to the port area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted August 22, 2017 #27 Share Posted August 22, 2017 There are pretty beaches at all of your port stops EXCEPT Dominica. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigque Posted August 22, 2017 #28 Share Posted August 22, 2017 OH MY!!! lol. We were at Orient about 5 years ago but had our teenagers with us. I'd love to go natural, but my wife is very self conscious! When I did it the wife didn't go over with me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racerxspeedy Posted August 22, 2017 #29 Share Posted August 22, 2017 We found a nice option in Barbados - our Cab Driver set us up at the Coconut Court Resort. It is down the road from the Boatyard, very private, with nice chairs and shade trees. They had a great happy hour deal on beer. We really enjoyed walking the beach in that area. We also walked to the Boatyard on our Last trip and enjoyed it as well, but that trip might be too hot for some cruisers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oslo Posted August 22, 2017 #30 Share Posted August 22, 2017 Brandon's Beach in Barbados gets my vote. It's within walking distance of the ship, free entry to the beach, snack shop on location and best of all, it's right across the street from the Mt. Gay Rum Factory! Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeesSummitCruiser1 Posted August 22, 2017 #31 Share Posted August 22, 2017 (edited) We'll be on the Jewel of The Seas the week of January 21st, and would like to spend a day at the beach. Which Island and what beach????St Croix St Martin Dominica Barbados Grenada Barbados -Accra Beach, every body goes to the boat yard, its more expensive and more crowded. Accra beach is a $5 further cab ride and is beautiful. There are several beach bars to choose from. The beach has a long gradual slope into the ocean. Edited August 22, 2017 by LeesSummitCruiser1 wrong name of beach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brookie848 Posted August 22, 2017 #32 Share Posted August 22, 2017 You must pay extra for the turtle tour which is with an independent person not thru the Boatyard. 20 bucks gets you a chair, umbrella, free drink and cab ride back to the port area. According to their site, the turtle tour is included for $20. http://www.theboatyard.com/cruise-ship-passengers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jabberjaw070596 Posted August 22, 2017 #33 Share Posted August 22, 2017 the ad says turtle tours available. I have been there four times now. Turtle tours cost extra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meadowlander Posted August 22, 2017 #34 Share Posted August 22, 2017 the ad says turtle tours available. I have been there four times now. Turtle tours cost extra The ad reads..."turtle and shipwreck tour" is included in the cruisers package. I was at the Boatyard August 2016. I did not do the turtle tour but I saw more people doing it than any other previous visit there. Perhaps it is now an added perk included in the entrance fee. To the original poster, the beach is free but the package offered by the Boatyard is worth the entry fee. It does get crowded. Once got there around noon and no chairs/umbrellas were available. I was not going to pay the entry fee w/o those amenities. I was walking towards another beach club and stumbled upon the public entrance to the beach used by Boatyard. It is immediately past their property, near where taxi drivers wait, walking away(not towards) the cruise pier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jabberjaw070596 Posted August 22, 2017 #35 Share Posted August 22, 2017 The ad reads..."turtle and shipwreck tour" is included in the cruisers package. I was at the Boatyard August 2016. I did not do the turtle tour but I saw more people doing it than any other previous visit there. Perhaps it is now an added perk included in the entrance fee. To the original poster, the beach is free but the package offered by the Boatyard is worth the entry fee. It does get crowded. Once got there around noon and no chairs/umbrellas were available. I was not going to pay the entry fee w/o those amenities. I was walking towards another beach club and stumbled upon the public entrance to the beach used by Boatyard. It is immediately past their property, near where taxi drivers wait, walking away(not towards) the cruise pier. Thank you apparently I cannot read very well!! I apologize to the poster!! I am very sorry!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RhondaC Posted August 22, 2017 #36 Share Posted August 22, 2017 We'll be on the Jewel of The Seas the week of January 21st, and would like to spend a day at the beach. Which Island and what beach???? Definitely the Boatyard in Barbados! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Surfguyxxx Posted August 22, 2017 #37 Share Posted August 22, 2017 Orient Beach in Saint Martin, and Boatyard Beach in Barbados are both great choices. I agree but if you get towards the end of Orient Beach, it's a nude beach. Just saying......:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ocean Dancer Posted August 23, 2017 #38 Share Posted August 23, 2017 I agree but if you get towards the end of Orient Beach, it's a nude beach. Just saying......:cool: There is a very large sign posting that with no cameras allowed, You can't miss it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gskline Posted August 26, 2017 Author #39 Share Posted August 26, 2017 (edited) The Boatyard in Barbados definitely gets my vote. Was there last year and it's really close to the ship. There's a bar and the loungers are nicely spaced. The sand is superb and the water, warm and crystal clear. We had lunch and drinks there as well and it was very nice I'd go back at the drop of a hat as it compares favourably with Grand Cayman Was it crowded? (On my cell, sorry if this is a repeat) Edited August 26, 2017 by gskline Repeat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gskline Posted August 26, 2017 Author #40 Share Posted August 26, 2017 I just remembered I'm on the same itinerary in late April, come back and let us know how it goes. Bob- What did you like about that beach in Barbados? I will Bill 🌴 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gskline Posted August 26, 2017 Author #41 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Thank you apparently I cannot read very well!! I apologize to the poster!! I am very sorry!! Jabberjaw, When you went in this public entrance, were you able to rent chairs & an umbrella? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gskline Posted August 27, 2017 Author #42 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Oops! 😐 . Sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauraodonnell86 Posted August 30, 2017 #43 Share Posted August 30, 2017 We'll be on the Jewel of The Seas the week of January 21st, and would like to spend a day at the beach. Which Island and what beach????St Croix St Martin Dominica Barbados Grenada We're on this cruise with ya! Here is what were are doing: St. Croix - Rhythms @ Rainbow Beach St. Maarten - Pinel Island Dominica - not sure yet (looking for a good beach!) Barbados - Boatyard Grenada - Grand Anse We've been to all of these and LOVE them! See ya on board! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gskline Posted August 30, 2017 Author #44 Share Posted August 30, 2017 We're on this cruise with ya! Here is what were are doing: St. Croix - Rhythms @ Rainbow Beach St. Maarten - Pinel Island Dominica - not sure yet (looking for a good beach!) Barbados - Boatyard Grenada - Grand Anse We've been to all of these and LOVE them! See ya on board! Hey Laura, Nice to hear from you! My wife & I are really excited about this Cruise because of the different itinerary. We've been on a number of other Cruises, but never to these Islands🌴. It would be nice if we do meet up on this Cruise. Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coppermouse Posted August 30, 2017 #45 Share Posted August 30, 2017 St. Maarten for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muscleman Posted August 30, 2017 #46 Share Posted August 30, 2017 St Maarten you have to check out Mullet Bay if you like quiet. It's not commercialized. You have to check out the ribs from Rosie's while there. A beer only cost $3 vice $5 or $6 at Orient beach. Orient is good for people watching but you will get seaweed on the beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gskline Posted August 30, 2017 Author #47 Share Posted August 30, 2017 St Maarten you have to check out Mullet Bay if you like quiet. It's not commercialized. You have to check out the ribs from Rosie's while there. A beer only cost $3 vice $5 or $6 at Orient beach. Orient is good for people watching but you will get seaweed on the beach. Thank you both. How far away is Mullet Bay from the pier? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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