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anyone done this?  is it worth spending day on ferry?  8am to 6 pm?

I second Capt BJ on the idea of finding a local dive shop if you can. DH and I wanted snorkel goggles of our own before a South Pacific cruise.

 

I was able to fit into a pair that use amplification lenses. Not my exact prescription, but close enough for me to see well.

 

DH had disliked snorkeling as the masks supplied by tours always leaked. Turns out he has a weird facial structure, and the shop tried numerous masks on him and none sealed properly. They knew a guy with a similar structure (deep set eyes, narrow bridge of nose) and the make of mask. Ordered it for DH and he's very happy.

 

Were the masks $20? No. Are we both really happy with the fit and do we enjoy snorkeling more because of it? Yes. I think one mask was about $60, the other closer to $100, but they are worth it to us.

What brand of mask did you get?

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I have seen others booked a Best Western ., I believe on O'Donnel st.

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We have a park and cruise booked at Hampton Inn, Glen Bernie, Md

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We were on the Nov 10-20 sailing and first self-assist walk-off was 6:30am.

Thanks for info!

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Since you have been on Anthem before, can you tell me the earliest I can expect my granddaughter will be able to get off ship once back in port in Nj. I am picking her and her husband up( they are honeymooners).

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It's funny you called it quiet, because it definitely wasn't! In fact, there was one particular group at the bar that I could hear from the other side of Vibe over the piped in music, wind, and seas, lol! Adults are often louder than children. The quiet area was the spa. I like some action as well.

 

 

 

It's true there is a free area, but it's not quiet I wanted, it was a lounge chair next to my husband that we didn't have to fight for, a hot tub that was always available, and a bar without a line. We met some nice people in vibe. You see the same faces over and over, so it's easy to meet people if you want to. :)

So is it $99 pp for Vive entrance plus additional for cabana?

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Looking to book on Regal. Aft balconyc741....is this a good one?

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I agree with everyone else, your upbeat attitude during this ordeal is admirable....loved your review...safe travels back home and a better cruise in. December.

Thanks for the info....how long a bus ride is it to Maho. To see planes?

So where are these shops , we will be there in June, from 1pm -8... with 6 granddaughters and am trying to get an itinerary going for us that won't be too pricey.

That mini suite is on the Breakaway sailing out of NYC in Dec.

Just booked an M3 mini suite 12228, the description said it sleeps 3-4, but the symbol Shows a triangle....meaning it's for 3 people....anyone have any info on these cabins sleeping arrangements.

It's a hike, but we just did it...hubby 75, had a cane and slow but sure, he made it up there....the sights are worth the effort...we were there for sunset, spectacular!

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If anyone has lifetime membership to National Parks in US. You can use that for admission for 4 persons.

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We just returned from Quantum cruise Jan3-11, 2015...we did walking tour with Javier Ruiz. Very knowledgeable, friendly ....our 4 teenage grandsons enjoyed him very much...He will customize the tour to your liking...you can reach him at 1 787-525-6905.

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You can check them out at VIP snorkeling.com....they call the 3 hour trip, Paradise Express....the pics depict exactly as it is.

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We just came back from cruise on Quantum, booked snorkel tour with Serenity tours, Capt Cesar recommended Michael to pick us up from ship so we could do 3 hour tour from 9-12...our ship was leaving at 3... We traveled with 4 grandsons, 17-19, they really wanted to snorkel so we decided to give him a try....you will not be disappointed....Michael the driver, stayed at the dock waiting for us to return , so we didn't have to worry about missing the ships departure....we went to 3 islands , were served snacks and drinks, the Capt. Set up beach umbrella and blanket for hubby and myself while the boys explored the island before they tried snorkeling. When all the other tour boats got to the island, we were taken to the Capts favorite spot to snorkel . I highly recommend this tour if you have the time....but remember P. rico time is an hour ahead of ship time, so factor that in when planning any tours....the staff onboard Quantum were not knowledgeable about the time difference.

We are returning in June, but won't be there long enough to take our gdaughters on same tour😞

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We are also going to be in San Juan in January and are looking for reliable tour company....so you were pleased with Ellis tours?

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