beachlover777

Makes me a bit nervous for our upcoming trip. We were hoping to visit BCH but now I don't know how safe that would be. I am hoping its "safer" in ?Nassau during daylight but I guess crime can happen any time any where.

Newbie here with a question....

I did the online check in and put all of our info in, including passport numbers. I printed our boarding passes, but it only gave me two. One is in my husband's name, and one is in my name. My mother and son are in our cabin as well. It does not give me the option to print them each one. Their name is under my husband's in the print option. Is this normal? Will they need their own printed to board?

I always thought Carnival was more the "spring break" clientele. I'm an elementary school teacher and our break is April 3-10th. I'm debating whether to book a trip during this time, but we will see. I have a toddler, so I would rather be surrounded by families than college students lol!

No kiddie pool, but the water is very calm here.

To be honest, BCH is not a resort with all the frills. It's a quiet business hotel with a small pool, nice manicured gardens, hammocks on the lawn etc.

 

Most people are relaxing, reading or just chilling out.

There are a few pails and shovels for the little ones to use on the beach.

Great thank you! We are just looking for a place close by to just enjoy for a short time, assuming the weather is nice while we are there next weekend! Thank you so much for all of the info! If he wants to play in water, we will use the beach and deal with the cold water lol! Thanks again!

Forgot to ask if we need to bring our own towels

BCH requires a day pass for those who are not overnite guests.

Day pass runs from 9am - 5pm.

Bar opens at 11am - Kitchen at 11:30am

 

As for swim diapers, I don't know what the policy is, but I sure wouldn't want to use the pool after your child "dumped" in his diaper. They do not hold in fecal matter. Pool would have to be shut down and shocked. Ruining other peoples enjoyment.

Great thank you for the detailed info! I'm guessing they don't have a kiddie pool/splash area then? Maybe he will just be content in the sand lol

I forgot one more question, is BCH open to public or only guests?

What is the "rules" of the BCH day pass? Do you have to buy them in advance or will you be frowned upon? Also, how early can you arrive and how soon can you start eating/drinking? Our ship docks early (7a) and leaves at 3p (which means we need to be back on by 2-230pm? Do they allow swim diapers in the pool?

Plans have changed and now we are planning to go to BCH and we leave next week. I just want to have everything organized as much as possible before we go. Thanks in advance!

Let these reviews I wrote this year hold you over!

 

Jan: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1980397

 

June: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2059380

 

Oct: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2112626

 

I must say each one gets better, so maybe start bottom up!

Awesome thanks!

So exciting! Can't wait to see photos since we go in less than two weeks!

I hope we make it next week to CoCo Cay! Hoping its an 80% success rate not 20% ! We only have two ports so it will kinda stink if we don't get to go!

Thanks for replying! We leave next week so I'm trying to finalize our plans. Let's just hope the weather stays nice!

How close are BCH and Junkanoo beach to each other? If we decide to go to the free Junkanoo Beach, is it much further from the cruise port. We have a member of our party whose having mobility issues. As much as I hate to pay for the beach at BCH since were only in port from 7-2:30, if it's closer it may be the deal breaker.

My mom is traveling with us and doesn't do well walking long distances. I know there are different parts of cococay to see and was wondering if they offer any type of assistance to get around such as a wheelchair? She can walk, but not long distances. If they offer something like this, how would I arrange assistance for her?

We purchased them at the desk and I believe they were $65.00 per person which included $40.00 for drinks/food.

Do you know what time they allow guests to enter? I'm wondering if this would be a nicer option than the free beach, but we are only in port for a short time.

Thanks for the review! We leave in a few weeks and are so excited!

Love the review! We sail in December! Can't wait to see how the rest of your trip was!

We aren't parking but are staying at comfort inn and suites. This is mostly due to more restaurants, stores, beach, etc nearby. Not sure if that helps at all. Enjoy your stay wherever you choose!

We sail on Enchantment next month with my toddler who drinks almond/coconut milk. I was told I could bring it on board, but wasn't sure if our room has a fridge to keep it cold. We are in a 7th floor panoramic ocean view room. Does anyone know?

I have heard they are owned by someone on the port authority board so they are very much visible in the area. You will see them everwhere!!!

 

All I can tell you is the three or four times we have used them they have been on time, very pleasant and their vehicles seemed to be in good repair.

 

I personally have not heard anything bad about them and we have sailed from PC many, many times

Thank you for the detailed info!

We sail on the Dec 12 cruise with the reverse itinerary. I think it depends on what you plan to do while in port. It was the only time we could go, so we decided it wasn't a big deal for us. Plus my toddler is coming and I think it's best not to be in Nassau with a toddler after sunset lol! I can let you know how it is upon our return.

Not to hijack the thread, but for MTD, how early can we be seated for dinner?

http://www.cab888.com

 

Tons of these cabs in the area.....not sure about the car seat but give them a call.

 

We have used them several times and were satisfied with their service....

Thank you for the info. I'm wondering if this is the same company others were warning about though. Do you know if it's a good/bad company?

We booked a hotel in cocoa beach that fits our needs. We originally booked the hotel because of the shuttle to the port. Well after speaking to the front desk, the shuttle doesn't even board until 11:30 for our cruise. Needless to say, that's later than we planned and are now looking into a taxi or something to get us to the port. The only problem is that we need a car seat for my son (age 1.5). Has anyone had experience with taxi's and car seats, or can give me some advice on my options? I'm not even familiar with taxis in the area. Thank you in advance!

Try this guy:

 

http://www.orlandotaxiservice.com/

 

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Thank you. I will look into it. Our hotel isn't in Orlando but I will see what he offers.

It seems people tend to arrive at different times, but I see a few mentioning noon to be a peak boarding time. Hopefully I can just get a private transfer and arrive quickly bit earlier to avoid the headache. Thanks everyone for the feedback and information!