micheecruise Posted October 29, 2021 #1 Share Posted October 29, 2021 My family and I typically hit Junkanoo Beach when porting in Nassau, we love the local vibe and in the past it has always been a nice beach to visit for a few hours.. We are going on a cruise in December and I am wondering about the safety of Junkanoo at this time (post COVID). Are there still a lot of tourists that visit that beach? Are the food vendors still open? Any info would be appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klass2 Posted November 7, 2021 #2 Share Posted November 7, 2021 I was in Nassau twice in September and as a solo traveler walked to Junkanoo each time. I never felt unsafe. There are plenty of vendors for food, drinks and chairs/umbrellas. I hadn’t been to Nassau and Junkanoo beach since 2017 and it has really cleaned up nicely. I think b/c the new Margaritaville Hotel is next door they keep it cleaner. There wasn’t litter and trash on the beach like there had been in the past. The water was clean and there were other cruise ship passengers, but it wasn’t packed at all. I would recommend going there if you want a low to now cost beach day. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare perfect match Posted November 9, 2021 #3 Share Posted November 9, 2021 @klass2, did you find the ongoing construction disrupting your day at all? I didn’t see much actual construction going on when we were in Nassau in September, but we did a snorkel excursion that picked us up right at the cruise pier. We loved the pier pick up & drop off, but didn’t give us much of an idea what it would be like on land. Any input would be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klass2 Posted November 10, 2021 #4 Share Posted November 10, 2021 Nope. The construction at the port was far enough away that I didn’t hear a thing. There is however a building the that is incomplete (island time construction) that is attached to pier that goes to the Margaritaville building. It was kinda ugly to look at but if you sit down towards the restaurants it won’t be in the line of sight. The pier is noisy and under construction when walking from the ship to the main port area where they will eventually have new buildings. After I exited the gates and walked a block there wasn’t really any construction noise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare perfect match Posted November 17, 2021 #5 Share Posted November 17, 2021 Thanks, @klass2. We may just give Junkanoo a try. Between the work being done on island 🏝 time and having realized we’ll be there on Sunday, I think we’ll be good. 😎 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micheecruise Posted November 21, 2021 Author #6 Share Posted November 21, 2021 Thank you @klass2! We have always enjoyed spending a few hours at Junkanoo Beach! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prish Posted November 22, 2021 #7 Share Posted November 22, 2021 How does one get to Junkanoo beach from the cruise terminal, we’ll be on the Celebrity Apex. Thanks 😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V_V Posted November 22, 2021 #8 Share Posted November 22, 2021 We were just there last week and didn't find the construction to be bothersome at all. We exited the port, turned right, then walked until that street forced us to turn left (to walk around the hotel) and make a right again. It was not a long walk at all. Plenty of food and drink vendors at the beach. We snorkeled right off the beach (on our own, no tour) and enjoyed it. We also walked all over Nassau and never once felt unsafe. Many streets lack sidewalks, so be aware of your surroundings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrCoachRentz Posted November 30, 2021 #9 Share Posted November 30, 2021 On 11/22/2021 at 9:04 AM, prish said: How does one get to Junkanoo beach from the cruise terminal, we’ll be on the Celebrity Apex. Thanks 😊 You can walk from the port but since downtown is basically closed, might as well take a taxi. The taxi drivers need the money... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagan Mom Posted December 6, 2021 #10 Share Posted December 6, 2021 We will be in Nassau on New Years day. Will things be open. Thinking of going to Junkanoo beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micheecruise Posted December 14, 2021 Author #11 Share Posted December 14, 2021 On 12/6/2021 at 9:48 AM, Eagan Mom said: We will be in Nassau on New Years day. Will things be open. Thinking of going to Junkanoo beach. If there are cruise ships in port, things will definitely be open :-) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke gs Daddy Posted January 9, 2022 #12 Share Posted January 9, 2022 On 12/6/2021 at 9:48 AM, Eagan Mom said: We will be in Nassau on New Years day. Will things be open. Thinking of going to Junkanoo beach. How was your day in Nassau? We're going the 17th on January, seriously considering Junkanoo Beach. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagan Mom Posted January 9, 2022 #13 Share Posted January 9, 2022 We had a nice time. Walked to beach went a ways down the beach negotiated for 5 chairs and 2 umbrellas for $50 . Had a couple of beers and BBQ. Sorry I didn't bring my phone so no pictures. Felt safe. We just ignored the people offering us tours or taxi along the way. Beach wasn't crowded. If you're looking for low key I'd reccommed it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ValerieJo Posted January 18, 2022 #14 Share Posted January 18, 2022 On 1/9/2022 at 10:53 AM, Luke gs Daddy said: How was your day in Nassau? We're going the 17th on January, seriously considering Junkanoo Beach. Thanks Would like to hear how your day in Nassau went. I'll be there in just under 2 weeks and debating on walking to Junkanoo Beach. (traveling solo). Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke gs Daddy Posted January 20, 2022 #15 Share Posted January 20, 2022 On 1/18/2022 at 1:56 PM, ValerieJo said: Would like to hear how your day in Nassau went. I'll be there in just under 2 weeks and debating on walking to Junkanoo Beach. (traveling solo). Thanks. Just got back. Small decent beach, easy and safe to get to. No issues. I would recommend walking as you get to experience a little bit of their culture and see the town. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ValerieJo Posted January 20, 2022 #16 Share Posted January 20, 2022 23 minutes ago, Luke gs Daddy said: Just got back. Small decent beach, easy and safe to get to. No issues. I would recommend walking as you get to experience a little bit of their culture and see the town. Thank you for responding. Was there an entry fee? Do you recall how much it was to rent a chair? Thanks again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke gs Daddy Posted January 24, 2022 #17 Share Posted January 24, 2022 (edited) On 1/20/2022 at 4:09 PM, ValerieJo said: Thank you for responding. Was there an entry fee? Do you recall how much it was to rent a chair? Thanks again. no fee for beach, sorry I did not rent a chair. Edited January 24, 2022 by Luke gs Daddy 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsglow Posted January 26, 2022 #18 Share Posted January 26, 2022 Junkanoo is an easy walk. The only slightly tricky part at all is working your way around The Point Marina/Margaritaville Resort. A quick google maps view will answer any questions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightworker Posted January 31, 2022 #19 Share Posted January 31, 2022 are the stores in the town open? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CookieShip Posted February 3, 2022 #20 Share Posted February 3, 2022 On 1/31/2022 at 5:06 PM, nightworker said: are the stores in the town open? Many seemed to be open in Dec, some have moved locations, straw market seemed to be getting started back up as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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