Vicstix3

Hi Brenda

We will also be visiting on the 30th October, think we might be on the same cruise ;p(Norwegian Jewel).

I contacted Tisa via Facebook and you are right this isn't available through the cruise ship. We decided to book the tour and lunch to fill in the day.

Originally we were going to find our own way there and just spend the day relaxing before reading that you now have to pay for one of the day packages to visit, just hope this is reinforced after paying $$$

Have you also booked one of the packages? I think it says on my paperwork a minimum of 20 people is required for the package to go ahead, so hopefully that will be met :)

Vicki

We did a cruise to PNG in November 2014 and loved it! We have also done several to the South Pacfic. PNG is probably not as touristy as the South Pacific as they don't have as many cruise ships visiting. Both cruises offer great snorkelling depending on the islands you visit. If you visit PNG when the Drum and Kundu festival is on (usually in November in Alotau)you will see some amazing dancing and costums. I think they also do a mock one for when other cruises visit but try and see the real thing if you are thinking of going. I think the South Pacific cruises have more snorkelling and swimming and attract more families. It wouldn't matter which one you choose, you would enjoy it as there is lots to see and do on both cruises. Any cruise is a good cruise :cool:

We will be visiting Pago Pago in October and was hoping to visit Tisa's Bar.

I read on the Cruise Industry news website, dated the 4th August 2017 that "when a cruise ship is in port, Tisa's Barefoot Bar and Alega Beach & Marine Preserve will only be open to guests that purchase a prepaid cruise ship day package. The package costs $135 per person, and for those just wanting the island feast and experience the beach and preserve (no transport or tour included) the cost is $75. Guests numbers will be limited to a maximum of 60 people to ensure the impact on the Alega Bay environment is low and not impede on the preserve’s eco-system."

Just wondering has anyone else heard about this or know anything about it.

Thanks

Vicki :cool:

No formal nights. They have "dress up or not" nights. Most people dress for dinner , but no gowns and tuxes.

 

The Jewel just finished it's Mexican Riviera season. The dailies for that itinerary are at http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2492709. You can get an idea on the types of parties there are in the Spinnaker Lounge and the Fyzz Lounge a week ago.

Thankyou, will check out the link :)

I will be cruising on the Jewel for the first time in October. Could anyone tell me if they have formal nights or theme nights on this ship. I have cruised before with P & O and Carnival and they have both formal and theme nights, I just like to be prepared...lol

Thankyou :)

Depends if you feel lucky ........ Bruno is very popular and October is a nice time to travel to FP thus it could get booked up.

Thanks, think I might try and contact him and see if he has anything available :)

Very easy to do this excursion. You walk off the ship and go to yor right around the dock area, Bruno will be waiting for you there in front of his boat. Bruno is a bit melancholy but he is a wonderful man and makes sure everyone has a great time. If you want to go on the drift snorkel a few more times just ask, he'll make sure you get your fill. Bruno also takes fantastic photography which he gives to his guest at no additional charge.

Hi Tahitianbigkahuna

We will be in Raiatea later this year in October, just wondering do you need to book this tour prior to arriving or can you purchase it when you arrive

Thanks