craftymiss Posted May 12, 2005 #1 Share Posted May 12, 2005 Hi. We are booked on the Adv. of the Seas, July 31, 05 cruise and was wondering if anyone has gone to an all inclusive hotel for a one day or an half day pass. It sounds great. One that we are thinking about is in Antigua at the Pineapple Grand for $45 per person. Does anyone know about the cost of cab for two from the ship to the hotel. Also, has anyone done this cruise? The ports are St. Thomas, St. Maarten, Antiuga, Barbados and St. Lucia. Any info would be great. Thank you, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nessi Posted May 14, 2005 #2 Share Posted May 14, 2005 We went there in February. Cabfare was $25 each way for the two of us. Maybe it would have been cheaper if there were more people in our party, but I don't know. The beach is gorgeous, but it is on the windier side of the island. Unfortunately for us, the weather was terrible that day. Rain and wind. So we spent $50 for cabfare and $90 for admittance and left early due to the crummy weather. They serve an absolutely delicious rum punch topped with nutmeg. I highly recommend trying one (or two).:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nessi Posted May 14, 2005 #3 Share Posted May 14, 2005 More info: Since we got rained out of Pineapple Beach, we went shopping in Radcliffe Quay and Heritage Quay. Cute area for shopping and walking around. Had a truly delicious lunch at Hemmingways. I would highly recommend that restaurant. In St. Lucia, we took a cab to Reduit Beach. Loved, loved, loved it!!! It is so beautiful! This was our favorite day of the whole cruise. We rented chairs and an umbrella in front of Spinnakers' restaurant. Had a great lobster lunch there. After the beach, we popped into the vendors market by the cruise ship dock. Bought local spices (nutmeg, saffron, bay leaves, etc). Also great hot sauce. In Barbados, we went to the Boatyard. I've read numerous posts about how great it is. We were not impressed and would not return. In St. Thomas, we went to Sapphire Beach. It is so gorgeous! Calm, beautiful water and great views of other islands, including St. John. If I return to St. Thomas, it will be hard to decide between returning to Sapphire Beach or going to Magens Bay Beach. It's supposed to be one of the 10 prettiest beaches in the world. We did not do the Paradise Point Tramway, and I regret missing that. I liked the shopping in Charlotte Amalie. In St. Maarten, we went to Orient Beach. Loved it. Highly recommend it (as do other posters). I would mention that the southern end of the beach is clothing optional. If you have young children, you should stay on the northern end. Go to the "ports of call" threads. There are tons of postings on these ports of call. Lots of info. Have fun. You're going to really enjoy this itinerary! ___________________________ Carnival Celebration 2000 Carnival Triumph 2001 Star Princess 2002 Golden Princess 2004 NCL Spirit 2005 Diamond Princess July 2005 :) NCL Star Jan 2006 :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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