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Thank you so much for the information. I may have to change my plans because apparently our stop in Nassau has been changed from 10am to 4pm instead of 6pm. Not sure it will be worth the cost now with the shortened time.

 

You mentioned taking an ID. Did they accept your cruise card or did you use a Driver's license?

I had so much fun that I’d do it again if I only had 4 hours! I would just make sure to try to get off the ship as soon as they let you! But— it was major to me that there wasn’t a huge crowd and that there was shade at the pools and beach. I’m very pale so I need it!

What exactly is included with the day pass?

Basically access to the whole sandals resort! Pools, beach, food, and drinks. It’s very safe and not crowded.

What was your day like when you arrived? Where did you eat lunch?

Did you use any of the watersports?

What time did you leave the resort to be back to your ship for all aboard time?

What was your day like when you arrived?

We went to the beach when we got there, and when the bar opened we moved to the pool for the rest of the day!

Where did you eat lunch?

They had two restaurants open for lunch, the buffet and the grille. We went to the buffet, and it was amazing. The food for the day was “Caribbean” theamed. Apparently the grill ha burgers, hot dogs, etc. I also saw a nacho bar set up before the restaurants opened but we didn’t eat it. ALSO.. there’s a little Pizza Bar open all day.

Did you use any of the watersports?

No— everything was closed because of the rough seas. It was pretty windy while we were there. But, if it had been opened we could have used anything. There is a shuttle that takes you across to the sandals island, where there is snorkeling, more chairs/umbrellas and 2 more restaurants, pools and bars. Was a little bummed we didn’t get to see it!

What time did you leave the resort to be back to your ship for all aboard time?

We were supposed to be back on board at 4:30, so we left at 3:30 and got back on the ship at 4! The front desk called a cab for us.

Just a little FYI— make sure you have an ID with you. They require it, and keep it in a lock box while you are there.

Was it crowded at the resort?

Not at all! We went to the beach as soon as we got there, because the bar wasn’t open yet (opens at 10:30).

All of the umbrellas and cabanas were reserved for guests staying there. Apparently, guests with butlers have that luxury. But there were still chairs open to use.

There are two pools. One was more like a “party pool”, where music and the entertainment was. And then there was another one that seemed more chill and reserved. We were able to get chairs and an umbrella at the party pool, but there were several spots open at both.

Can anyone advise how far away Sandals is from the cruise port and the approximate taxi cost?

 

We got married at Sandals in Jamaica in 2001 and haven't been to any other of their resorts so it would be nice to go for the day if we could get the chance.

 

Thanks

We just did this yesterday!! AMAZINGGG!!!

So when you get off the ship, you will be BOMBARDED with the usual people asking you to take excursions, etc.

We were worried about getting there too late for a pass so honestly we didn’t “shop around” for transportation, we wanted to get there ASAP!

We found a taxi driver to take us, and while he was getting his vehicle, another guy (tried to) lie to us, saying our driver wanted us to take horse and carriage ride to sandals. Haha! Anyways.. it was $30. Took about 15 minutes to get there.

On the way back, we split a cab with another couple on the ship so it was $15/each.

If anyone has any questions just let me know!!!

PS—- hope everyone going loves RUM!!!!

yay!!! i'm going to be there October 1st. Do you know if they can be reserved ahead of time?