Can anyone tell me what to do in FREEPORT??

[amio111]

I can't hardly find anything to do there. Looking for a beach. Found the National park, but that is 1 hr drive from pier...Junkanoo which just looks like a drunk fest and Wyndham Fortuna day pass throught the ship is 92$pp. Any suggestions with a 3 yr old who loves the sand!!

[bobsfamily]

I can't hardly find anything to do there. Looking for a beach. Found the National park, but that is 1 hr drive from pier...Junkanoo which just looks like a drunk fest and Wyndham Fortuna day pass throught the ship is 92$pp. Any suggestions with a 3 yr old who loves the sand!!

How long are you there? What ship?

If you just want sand and beach pay $5pp for a shared cab to Our Lucaya area (Westin/Sheraton resort/shopping area/food/drinks/casino) go to the beach and play in the sand for a bit, wander over to the shopping area and buy some trinkets... then catch a cab back and either have the pool to yourself or before getting on wander over to the newly opened Pier eatery for a view.

[thompsongunner06]

Do Sand Dollar Cruise,,,5 bucks from ship to Port Lucaya,,,after that(bring extra money for a swim with a "fish" or two),,,you can walk across the street to a free beach,,then walk back and catch a ride back to ship for 5 bucks!!!! Capt Tony is a great guy and a great cat to go on. I give him 110% review.He charges 45 bucks for a snorkel 3 hr trip.

[JNCRUISEBUMS]

We would love to do a snorkle with Captain Tony and then go to a pool and swim. How do we get in touch with him and what Hotel did you say we could swm in????? Thanks!

Nancie

[BIG_Steve]

We would love to do a snorkle with Captain Tony and then go to a pool and swim. How do we get in touch with him and what Hotel did you say we could swm in????? Thanks!

Nancie

 

Capt Tony:

 

http://www.sanddollarcruise.com/

 

Don't know about the hotel......

[bobsfamily]

We would love to do a snorkle with Captain Tony and then go to a pool and swim. How do we get in touch with him and what Hotel did you say we could swm in????? Thanks!

Nancie

 

Did the sail with Capt. tony and highly recommend him. The beach is in front of the Sheraton/Westin resort. There is a shopping/dining/drinking area very near also... after the sail everything is in walking distance... even a cab back.

[JNCRUISEBUMS]

Thank you! I've emailed Capt. Tony and waiting for a reply. One more question, I'm a bit handicapped, how easy was it to get in and out of the water? Thanks again,. Nancie

[bobsfamily]

Thank you! I've emailed Capt. Tony and waiting for a reply. One more question, I'm a bit handicapped, how easy was it to get in and out of the water? Thanks again,. Nancie

How handicapped? He does not have a winch, but can help getting in and out. I have heard that he does not accept reservations anymore but is there every day.... hopefully you will hear from him soon.

[metalmuff26]

Do any of you know how much a cab ride is to the Westin/Sheraton from the dock? We have to be picked up for an excursion there. Just wondering, trying to judge how much time we need. Thanks!

[JNCRUISEBUMS]

How handicapped? He does not have a winch, but can help getting in and out. I have heard that he does not accept reservations anymore but is there every day.... hopefully you will hear from him soon.

Would love winch LOL! Do the stairs go into the water or stop at water level, or do you remember? I have NO BALANCE and need aid in walking, like something to hold on to or someone! Thanx. N.

[BIG_Steve]

Thank you! I've emailed Capt. Tony and waiting for a reply. One more question, I'm a bit handicapped, how easy was it to get in and out of the water? Thanks again,. Nancie

 

 

Tony takes a few days to answer email. But he answered mine, so don't worry if you don't hear from him for a few days. If you're leaving soon, I seem to recall a phone # on his site.

[thompsongunner06]

His crew will be on the dock,,doing something,,,they will call him as folks show up. Capt Tony's local number is 242 646 1051(from his business card). He does a Wine/Cheese Cruise for $40 person@6:30pm,,,,,Snorkel cruise is @9am and 1pm. He will answer emails. The folks at our dinner table were kicking themselves for not going with us after they saw the photos!!The boat is very nice and clean. Take your camera to take pics swimming with the "fish"(hint hint). He just started last year(I think I herd that),,thats why he does cash(for now).I forgot,,DO GET the Conch Salad at the little stand in the Marina(you cant miss it),,,It was BEYOND great!!!!

[bobsfamily]

Would love winch LOL! Do the stairs go into the water or stop at water level, or do you remember? I have NO BALANCE and need aid in walking, like something to hold on to or someone! Thanx. N.

The stairs do go into the water... no balance problems getting in... JUST JUMP!... and as for getting back on... remember everybody has balance problems at sea... you may look better than some.

Seriously just let Capt. Tony know and he will tell whether he can handle it or not... Bahamas does not have "accessibility" laws BUT most people will do what they can to help.

[DaisyGirl55]

You will LOVE Captn Tony! He and his crew are great, and we absolutely enjoyed our time with him last summer. In fact, some of the pictures in the Gallery section of his website are from our excursion...cool!

[jbags58]

WOW!! Thanks for the info!

Just in case. The WYNDHAM FORTUNA resort is absolutey Beautiful. I would say it's well worth the $$ but depends on what it entails. You could check into it.

 

It's an ALL INCLUSIVE RESORT, so if that day pass included the food and drink. It would be COOL!

I am going with the girls for a week as my girlfriend has a time share there!

Lemme see if I can add the link!

http://vivaresorts.com/all-inclusive/Caribbean/Viva_Wyndham_Fortuna_Beach/index.php

 

GOOD LUCK!

Julie :D

[bobsfamily]

WOW!! Thanks for the info!

 

Just in case. The WYNDHAM FORTUNA resort is absolutey Beautiful. I would say it's well worth the $$ but depends on what it entails. You could check into it.

 

It's an ALL INCLUSIVE RESORT, so if that day pass included the food and drink. It would be COOL!

 

I am going with the girls for a week as my girlfriend has a time share there!

 

Lemme see if I can add the link!

 

http://vivaresorts.com/all-inclusive/Caribbean/Viva_Wyndham_Fortuna_Beach/index.php

 

GOOD LUCK!

 

 

Julie :D

 

If you decide on this you might want to just do the ship excursion as it includes transportation to and from Viva and that can get expensive.

[BOARDTALKER]

Dear Amio111,

Ten years ago we did an International Timeshare Exchange to Freeport in the Bahamas for 2weeks and had a wonderful time!

We were there in early October.The weather was fantastic!

The Ritz Hotel situated on Taino Beach is in my opinion ideal for young children.

The waters are crystal clear, warm and calm with just a ripple and not a wave in sight.

Pristine white sand and just easy wading into the water that turns a myriad of colours before your eyes.

Ample Covered thatched Lapas and chairs on the beach.

This hotel was not overcrowded and a 5minute walk along the beach to Pirates where we ate almost everyday- a Shaded Beach Restaurant where everyone hangs out and lounges on a hammock.

The hotel has a water taxi and ferries you to Lucaya which takes +- 10minutes.

The Marina is on Lucaya.There are boutiques- restaurants - hair braiding-colourful Tshirts

dresses -Fridge magnets -bric a brac all housed in brilliant coloured upmarket true Caribbean Style architecture and outdoor racks and rails with clothing for sale on the square.

In the centre is a magnificent open air circular mall with a bandstand and the yachts in port and a pier.

You are truly blessed when you experience The Bahamas hospitality and unsurpassed

beaches.

Regards,

Boardtalker

[NYTammy]

I would love to do this!! I just emailed him also! What did you mean by swim with "fish" (wink wink)??

[bobsfamily]

Dear Amio111,

Ten years ago we did an International Timeshare Exchange to Freeport in the Bahamas for 2weeks and had a wonderful time!

We were there in early October.The weather was fantastic!

The Ritz Hotel situated on Taino Beach is in my opinion ideal for young children.

The waters are crystal clear, warm and calm with just a ripple and not a wave in sight.

Pristine white sand and just easy wading into the water that turns a myriad of colours before your eyes.

Ample Covered thatched Lapas and chairs on the beach.

This hotel was not overcrowded and a 5minute walk along the beach to Pirates where we ate almost everyday- a Shaded Beach Restaurant where everyone hangs out and lounges on a hammock.

The hotel has a water taxi and ferries you to Lucaya which takes +- 10minutes.

The Marina is on Lucaya.There are boutiques- restaurants - hair braiding-colourful Tshirts

dresses -Fridge magnets -bric a brac all housed in brilliant coloured upmarket true Caribbean Style architecture and outdoor racks and rails with clothing for sale on the square.

In the centre is a magnificent open air circular mall with a bandstand and the yachts in port and a pier.

You are truly blessed when you experience The Bahamas hospitality and unsurpassed

beaches.

Regards,

Boardtalker

 

Sorry, but it's nothing like it was 10 years ago... 2 hurricanes and time has made some big changes

[Host Star]

snorkeling in freeport is awesome... and the beach at our lucaya is very nice also.. but if you can, don't miss the snorkeling

[cherith]

a note on Taino Beach resort.

It Really is a great place to take kids.

The information on the beach being clear and waveless is errant though as that will change with the wind direction. It CAN be beautiful calm and clear, but it can also be far too choppy to be enjoyable. But being that all the beaches are on the south side of the island, what you will find on one is what you will find on most. The best beach for sand to visit if it is windy is Xanadu as there is a reef and canal breakwater that keeps it calm, however you'd want to do this only at low tide as the sand up top isn't the best sand to be found.

The pool at Taino Beach resort though has a huge shallow lagoon pool that is perfect for wee waders.

We live here in Freeport and sometimes just go to hang out down there. They play local Bahamian music poolside and they do have a restaurant on the beach (mediocre),

but it is a good choice that should please most people.

 

I've uploaded some pictures that I've taken at the pool here

 

http://picasaweb.google.com/mike.cherith/TainoBeachResort#

[JNCRUISEBUMS]

Thank you so much for your help, we have booked with Captain Tony for May 20th and can hardly wait!!!!!!!!!! Nancie:D

[kwbound]

Hey Nancie -

 

We've also booked Capt Tony's for May 20th. We've booked the 9am tour. What about y'all? It's going to be myself, DH and 20 yr old son. Are you on the Conquest that week?

[bobsfamily]

Thank you so much for your help, we have booked with Captain Tony for May 20th and can hardly wait!!!!!!!!!! Nancie:D

You will have a great time.... ask for a shot of "Fire in da Hole" rum in your punch... Whoo Hoo!

[BIG_Steve]

Hey Nancie -

 

We've also booked Capt Tony's for May 20th. We've booked the 9am tour. What about y'all? It's going to be myself, DH and 20 yr old son. Are you on the Conquest that week?

 

I see Tony has changed his reservation policy. Recently he was saying he didn't take reservations, now he takes "soft reservations" Meaning he'll pencil you in on the tour date, but you don't pay until you get there. Well, that's good. Better send him an email right away!