T&Dcruisers Posted January 19, 2009 #1 Share Posted January 19, 2009 Hi All, We are cruising in March to Nassau. We were originally going to do the Dolphin Swim, but have decided to do that elsewhere and are now at a loss as what to do in Nassau. It's our last stop on the cruise and would like to get the "best bang for our buck," so to speak. So, experienced cruisers, any ideas? This is my first cruise, so I'm pretty much up for anything. Thanks for all the thoughts and opinions! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdbmga Posted January 19, 2009 #2 Share Posted January 19, 2009 We are also looking for something to do in Nassau. Carnival doesn't have many excursions posted yet for our sailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbackus Posted January 29, 2009 #3 Share Posted January 29, 2009 We are also interested in what to do in nassau and Freeport. We are traveling with 2 small kids on Carnival Pride in May. Any suggestions. We have never cruised before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubagirrl Posted January 29, 2009 #4 Share Posted January 29, 2009 Hi All,We are cruising in March to Nassau. We were originally going to do the Dolphin Swim, but have decided to do that elsewhere and are now at a loss as what to do in Nassau. It's our last stop on the cruise and would like to get the "best bang for our buck," so to speak. So, experienced cruisers, any ideas? This is my first cruise, so I'm pretty much up for anything. Thanks for all the thoughts and opinions! It really will depend on the amount of time that you have available. There's so many things to do.. America's cup sailing (www.sailnassau.com) Flying Cloud Snorkeling (www.flyingcloud.info) Blue Lagoon Beach Day (www.dolphinencounters.com) Blackbeards Cay (beach or stingrays or both) Walking historic tour (forts, water tower, queens staircase). Golf, tennis. Scuba or shark snorkeling (www.stuartcove.com) Native lunch at Arawak Cay's Fish Fry Shopping at the straw market or downtown Bay Street Casino at Atlantis or Crystal Palace Hotel Day Pass Public beach at Cabbage Beach (Paradise Island) or Lighthouse Beach outside of town. There's plenty to do.. just have to fit your needs and timeline. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobsfamily Posted January 29, 2009 #5 Share Posted January 29, 2009 Great list scubagirl! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TYMAN Posted January 30, 2009 #6 Share Posted January 30, 2009 We've pretty much have always gone to BCH, which was very nice..but, Blue Lagoon Island looks really nice. Can you just do the beach thing? and what would be the cost? Anyone know? Thanks.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubagirrl Posted January 30, 2009 #7 Share Posted January 30, 2009 We've pretty much have always gone to BCH, which was very nice..but, Blue Lagoon Island looks really nice. Can you just do the beach thing? and what would be the cost? Anyone know? Thanks.... Blue Lagoon Beach is $45 pp / $35 for kids, It includes the Ferry ride.. a great lunch and water toys like mats and noodles. There's a shack that rents water trikes as well. Restrooms, changing rooms, bar and grill. Souveniers etc. And you can walk over to the area where the Dolphins and Sea Lions programs are being held. It's a fun day.. for sure. Book thru the dolphin encounter. http://www.dolphinencounters.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohitssunshine Posted January 31, 2009 #8 Share Posted January 31, 2009 How close is shopping going to be from the port? I would assume it would be everywhere! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sag314 Posted February 1, 2009 #9 Share Posted February 1, 2009 It really will depend on the amount of time that you have available.There's so many things to do.. America's cup sailing (www.sailnassau.com) Flying Cloud Snorkeling (www.flyingcloud.info) Blue Lagoon Beach Day (www.dolphinencounters.com) Blackbeards Cay (beach or stingrays or both) Walking historic tour (forts, water tower, queens staircase). Golf, tennis. Scuba or shark snorkeling (www.stuartcove.com) Native lunch at Arawak Cay's Fish Fry Shopping at the straw market or downtown Bay Street Casino at Atlantis or Crystal Palace Hotel Day Pass Public beach at Cabbage Beach (Paradise Island) or Lighthouse Beach outside of town. There's plenty to do.. just have to fit your needs and timeline. Scubagirl - thanks for all the posts and information - we will be in Nassau in Feb - we were interested in the Americas cup sailing - i contacted them via email - they replied something to the effect they were no longer operating - their website states closed to new clients - do you know if this is temporary? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubagirrl Posted February 1, 2009 #10 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Scubagirl - thanks for all the posts and information - we will be in Nassau in Feb - we were interested in the Americas cup sailing - i contacted them via email - they replied something to the effect they were no longer operating - their website states closed to new clients - do you know if this is temporary? Thanks I've heard that they sometimes close for the winter season.. Not sure what their plans are. They still advertise in the local tourist papers. (i'm sure that's paid ahead of time). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BARBARA J.W. Posted February 1, 2009 #11 Share Posted February 1, 2009 How close is shopping going to be from the port? I would assume it would be everywhere! SUNSHINE,,,,,, As soon as you get off the ship and walk into the FESTVALE Building, the shopping begans..... You walk thru to the exit You will see NASSAU...... Some people likes to go to the Straw Market..... You can find T-shirts,Straw hats & purses,knock off purses too........ Key Chains shot glasses..........ECT::::::::: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TYMAN Posted February 4, 2009 #12 Share Posted February 4, 2009 Blue Lagoon Beach is $45 pp / $35 for kids, It includes the Ferry ride.. a great lunch and water toys like mats and noodles. There's a shack that rents water trikes as well. Restrooms, changing rooms, bar and grill. Souveniers etc. And you can walk over to the area where the Dolphins and Sea Lions programs are being held. It's a fun day.. for sure. Book thru the dolphin encounter. http://www.dolphinencounters.com As always, thanks Scubagirl! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luv 2 Float Posted February 8, 2009 #13 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Haven't seen any mention of Ardastra Zoo and Gardens, but that's a great, 1 hour trip for little kids. There's birds and pigs wandering around, some big cats in pens and they also have a trained Flamingo show several times a day. It's a 5 minute cab ride from the pier - they've got a website (not sure exactly but just try ardastrazoo.com or google it) for their admission rates (kids are cheaper). Cab ride - negotiate price ahead of time. My dd and I went on a short 3 day cruise and went there - the cab was $15 which seemed a bit much to me but the driver set up a return pick-up for us an hour or so later and only ended up charging me $20 for the entire trip - there and back. As for the straw market, unless you're a glutton for punishment or just HAVE to shop, hit the booths at the outer edge and then keep going - same stuff inside as outside. Also, there's a pirate museum a couple blocks up from the Straw Market/Senor Frogs and a great little Conch Cafe across the street from the Hilton to grab a good, local lunch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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