Non-excursion options at ports

[Keglinja22]

We will be 1st time cruisers on and heading to Nassau, Cayman, Aruba, and Bonaire in mid November.  We are hoping to have easy, low-key options at some of the ports that do not require as much $$$ and reservations.  Any advice on ports that have fun, easy options for just enjoying the beach (maybe with own snorkel gear) or town at any of these locations?  Will Celebrity share more info on options like this once on board?  TY!

[hrhdhd]

Celebrity won't direct you to vendors they can't make money from. At most of those ports, vendors will be at the gates to offer van tours, snorkeling trips, rides to nearby beaches, etc. You should visit the Ports of Call boards here for ideas and to see what vendors others have used and recommend.

[mom says]

Go to the Ports of Call forums:  https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/456-caribbean/

And check your Roll Call to see if there is any talk about excursions there. Unfortunately most Roll Calls for Caribbean sailings tend to be quiet: too many of us that have BTDT so many times. You could also have a look at Trip Advisor for each of your ports.

 

You can buy your own 3rd party excursions, or use local transport and go full DIY. Just don't expect the cruiseline to tell you how to spend your money when it won't benefit them.

Edited July 24, 2022 by mom says

[Keglinja22]

1 hour ago, mom says said:

Go to the Ports of Call forums:  https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/456-caribbean/

And check your Roll Call to see if there is any talk about excursions there. Unfortunately most Roll

Thank you!  New to this site and didn't know this board was there.  Very helpful!