Rare Turtles06 Posted September 10, 2010 #126 Share Posted September 10, 2010 Scuba girl is certainly knowledgeable about everything Nassau. Just to add a little, my wife and I have visited both Hotels and in our opinion the Hilton was the better experience of the two. Could you elaborate please? E.g., was the beach better at the Hilton than the Sheraton, etc. The other facilities (pools)? We'll be in Nassau in Oct. and thinking seriously about a day pass, and trying to gauge the best choice for us (two adults, no kids; we like to swim). Are there places in each hotel where you can change if you have a day pass? (We've also been considering the day room at the Sheraton.) Anyone else, pls feel free to weigh in. Thanks in advance for any info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachbuddy Posted September 10, 2010 Author #127 Share Posted September 10, 2010 Could you elaborate please? E.g., was the beach better at the Hilton than the Sheraton, etc. The other facilities (pools)? We'll be in Nassau in Oct. and thinking seriously about a day pass, and trying to gauge the best choice for us (two adults, no kids; we like to swim). Are there places in each hotel where you can change if you have a day pass? (We've also been considering the day room at the Sheraton.) Anyone else, pls feel free to weigh in. Thanks in advance for any info! We have not been to the Hilton so can't comment on that. We spent the day at the Sheraton..........$25/person and a short bus ride there. They have a few pools that you can use.........very nice pools. You can always change in their bathrooms if you want to. The beach was lovely...........we were in the ocean most of the day and then spent a half hour at the pool before leaving......just to get all the salt water off of us.........LOL It's located on Cable Beach and the water is very very calm there. We totally enjoyed the day - you have use of all their pools, lounge chairs and I believe non-motorized equipment, although we did not use the water toys. They also provide nice large towels so you don't have to lug any from the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froufie Posted December 21, 2010 #128 Share Posted December 21, 2010 Considering the BCH on my upcoming cruise stop in Nassau. Can someone provide any recent experience? Cost? Also do they provide towels or should be bring some from the ship? Also what is the best way to book BCH? Just walk-in? or thru island marketing? or ? Thanks, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STARFISH*4 Posted December 22, 2010 #129 Share Posted December 22, 2010 we spent a few hrs at the Sheraton on our cruise earlier this month and enjoyed our day (day pass)--easy way to the Sheraton on the Jitney and nice beach--hubby enjoyed snorkling--would definitely go back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neverstayhome Posted December 26, 2010 #130 Share Posted December 26, 2010 This is a very informative thread. We will be in Nassau Jan 9 on Majesty. What is water temp then and would you recommend a day pass? If so, which resort? Main interests are: beach, would like to get IN water, sit in palapa and have drinks included. Suggestions?? Thanks for any help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharonkrn Posted December 26, 2010 #131 Share Posted December 26, 2010 (edited) does anyone know if Sandals has a day pass and how much it is? Edited December 26, 2010 by sharonkrn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lidolounger Posted December 26, 2010 #132 Share Posted December 26, 2010 We are only in port until 2 which means we want to be heading back around 1 PM. What are our beach options for such a limited time? Not really interested in day passes as our time is so short. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusin' from Fl Posted December 27, 2010 #133 Share Posted December 27, 2010 I will be there on a cruise on the 3rd of January. I would like to take my grandson to see the fish exhibit and I am looking for ticket pricing per person/or a tour that will take us there, but not on the ship. The ship pricing seems excessive. Anyone aware of the cost to do the tour on your own? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubagirrl Posted December 27, 2010 #134 Share Posted December 27, 2010 I will be there on a cruise on the 3rd of January. I would like to take my grandson to see the fish exhibit and I am looking for ticket pricing per person/or a tour that will take us there' date=' but not on the ship. The ship pricing seems excessive. Anyone aware of the cost to do the tour on your own?[/quote'] You can purchase passes to the DIGS Aquarium directly from the Atlantis for $39per adult and $29 per child. Yes, it's a bit excessive. You'll need to either get a cab or water taxi to and from the Atlantis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
presjade Posted December 29, 2010 #135 Share Posted December 29, 2010 You can purchase passes to the DIGS Aquarium directly from the Atlantis for $39per adult and $29 per child. Yes, it's a bit excessive. You'll need to either get a cab or water taxi to and from the Atlantis. Scudagirrl...I feel like we should $$$ for all your knowledge;) you are more help than ANY travel agent! I have my husband & I, 3 kids ages 16, 12 & 6 I had planned on Atlantis only doing the aquarium because we are only there until 2 it seems very $$$ I am worried my kids will get there & want to do the water park:eek: which does look fun if we had more time...So my question is do I take them to the Atlantis (because I have read it's a must see) or Sheridan day pass? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubagirrl Posted December 29, 2010 #136 Share Posted December 29, 2010 Scudagirrl...I feel like we should $$$ for all your knowledge;) you are more help than ANY travel agent! I have my husband & I, 3 kids ages 16, 12 & 6 I had planned on Atlantis only doing the aquarium because we are only there until 2 it seems very $$$ I am worried my kids will get there & want to do the water park:eek: which does look fun if we had more time...So my question is do I take them to the Atlantis (because I have read it's a must see) or Sheridan day pass? Thanks! Personally, I wouldn't pay that price for this aquarium, and secondly, I wouldn't tease my kids with a water park in view. Head to the Sheraton and save Atlantis for a land vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
presjade Posted December 30, 2010 #137 Share Posted December 30, 2010 Thank You...Sheraton it is...Do you live in the Bahamas? Or just visit alot? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sstich79 Posted December 30, 2010 #138 Share Posted December 30, 2010 We're also only going to be in Nassau until 2, so we'll have to head back to the ship around 1. Would it be worth the $ to get a Sheraton day pass? What time do they open in the AM? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubagirrl Posted December 30, 2010 #139 Share Posted December 30, 2010 Thank You...Sheraton it is...Do you live in the Bahamas? Or just visit alot? Up until recently I spent most of my year in the bahamas with my boyfriend who is bahamian. We had been together 24 years. He passed away in April, so now I go back and forth, since my family and support is in the states. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubagirrl Posted December 30, 2010 #140 Share Posted December 30, 2010 We're also only going to be in Nassau until 2, so we'll have to head back to the ship around 1. Would it be worth the $ to get a Sheraton day pass? What time do they open in the AM? They open at 9am.. not bad for 4 hours in the sun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADB Posted December 30, 2010 #141 Share Posted December 30, 2010 Scuba Girl, you have been great with all of your knowledge! Thank you! We are going to be in Nassau on Jan. 14 from noon until 10 pm. Do you know what time the shops normally close? We want to go to the Sheraton, but don't want to miss any shopping time as well. This will be the first time my son's girlfriend will be there and I want to make sure she has time to shop and look around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubagirrl Posted December 30, 2010 #142 Share Posted December 30, 2010 Scuba Girl, you have been great with all of your knowledge! Thank you! We are going to be in Nassau on Jan. 14 from noon until 10 pm. Do you know what time the shops normally close? We want to go to the Sheraton, but don't want to miss any shopping time as well. This will be the first time my son's girlfriend will be there and I want to make sure she has time to shop and look around. Most shops will close around 5:30. Strawmarket starts closing aroung 4:30 since it's dark by 5pm. Marina Village at Atlantis will still have a few shops open until 8pm.. not many. BTW.. there's shops at the sheraton, as well as the Wyndham next door. There's some in the walkway between the two connecting the casino as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LUVNICK Posted December 30, 2010 #143 Share Posted December 30, 2010 Hi Scubagirl, Thank you for all the great info. We are only in port from 7-2pm and would like some advice on what to do. Any nice beaches close by the port? We have 4 children with us and 25 adults. We will probably split up so need advice for kids as well as adults. Any info would be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wcurry66 Posted December 31, 2010 #144 Share Posted December 31, 2010 Scubagrrl, I'm sorry for your loss. While my DH and I have ben to Nassau on a couple occasions, this Feb will be our 6 year old daughter's first trip. i would like to her to see more in the bahamas than s theme park. Otherwise, why bother to go there? Other than possibly getting her hair braided... Do you have any ideas of family friendly places where she can get a glimpse at Bahaman life? Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubagirrl Posted December 31, 2010 #145 Share Posted December 31, 2010 Scubagrrl, I'm sorry for your loss. While my DH and I have ben to Nassau on a couple occasions, this Feb will be our 6 year old daughter's first trip. i would like to her to see more in the bahamas than s theme park. Otherwise, why bother to go there? Other than possibly getting her hair braided... Do you have any ideas of family friendly places where she can get a glimpse at Bahaman life? Thank you! Ardastra Zoo would be cool.. Check the schedule for the Marching flamingoes and lorry parrot feedings. www.ardastra.com There's also forts and the queens staircase nearby. Fort Fincastle is up the hill from the cruise port, and Fort Charlotte is near the Zoo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluewatercrusin Posted December 31, 2010 #146 Share Posted December 31, 2010 Scubagirl I read in another thread that you had suggested the People to People Ministry of Tourisim in Nassau. Can you give me some more information on that?? We will be doing a back to back cruise to Nassau in February and are looking for something other than the typical excursions since we have been to Nassau before. Would love to get to know people and the culture better. Thanks, Kim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlthomas7 Posted December 31, 2010 #147 Share Posted December 31, 2010 Do any of these resorts have wading pools or zero-entry pools for the little kids? Our son can swim with a swim vest, but he's only 3 and he really loves being able to stand and sit in wading pools! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubagirrl Posted December 31, 2010 #148 Share Posted December 31, 2010 Scubagirl I read in another thread that you had suggested the People to People Ministry of Tourisim in Nassau. Can you give me some more information on that?? We will be doing a back to back cruise to Nassau in February and are looking for something other than the typical excursions since we have been to Nassau before. Would love to get to know people and the culture better. Thanks, Kim The people to people program is a great way to get a glimse of bahamian Culture.. There's a link on my website.. just follow it to more info. http://www.bahamas-treasures.com/2010/PeopletoPeople.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubagirrl Posted December 31, 2010 #149 Share Posted December 31, 2010 Do any of these resorts have wading pools or zero-entry pools for the little kids? Our son can swim with a swim vest, but he's only 3 and he really loves being able to stand and sit in wading pools! Sheraton has a zero entry pool, as does Atlantis. Wyndam has a wide set up steps the kids play on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlthomas7 Posted December 31, 2010 #150 Share Posted December 31, 2010 Sold! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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