Cruisin2success Posted September 30, 2014 #1 Share Posted September 30, 2014 Tell me about Great Stirrup Cay. My cruise in November will be my first time visiting this island and I would love to know where is the best place to hang out for the day? Do you have any tips and/or tricks for getting the best experience on this lovely little gem of an island? Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roger001 Posted September 30, 2014 #2 Share Posted September 30, 2014 It is very dependent on weather, whether the tenders can run or not. However, it is also not that big. You will quickly see the variety of activity available once on shore. They will serve a very good buffet lunch with a large variety of food. Drinks will be available at several bars located around, prices same as ship prices. It is just a great little island for lying in the sun, playing in the water, just relaxing. There will be some music, volleyball, and some shopping, very similar to what is available on the ship. The tenders will be running back to the ship throughout the day, no reservation needed. Just go on shore relaxed and look it over and enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meatball_nyc Posted September 30, 2014 #3 Share Posted September 30, 2014 Here is GSC. Enjoy! ~Robin Every Day at Sea is a Great Day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreestyleNovice Posted September 30, 2014 #4 Share Posted September 30, 2014 [ATTACH]326495[/ATTACH] Here is GSC. Enjoy! ~Robin Every Day at Sea is a Great Day Arrrr! The cay! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meatball_nyc Posted September 30, 2014 #5 Share Posted September 30, 2014 Ahoy Mateys. Freestyle Novice should be credited with finding attached photo ;) ~Robin Every Day at Sea is a Great Day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreestyleNovice Posted September 30, 2014 #6 Share Posted September 30, 2014 Ahoy Mateys. Freestyle Novice should be credited with finding attached photo ;) ~Robin Every Day at Sea is a Great Day All credits to Google! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfgrl1911 Posted September 30, 2014 #7 Share Posted September 30, 2014 Tell me about Great Stirrup Cay. My cruise in November will be my first time visiting this island and I would love to know where is the best place to hang out for the day? Do you have any tips and/or tricks for getting the best experience on this lovely little gem of an island? Thanks in advance! Take a look at Ports of Call message board under Private Islands. A poster took some lovely pictures of GSC and gave some details on the island. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregor4500 Posted September 30, 2014 #8 Share Posted September 30, 2014 I would recommend walking to the second beach to avoid the crowds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrPanthers99 Posted September 30, 2014 #9 Share Posted September 30, 2014 I was there in June and was blown away how nice it was. Tender tickets are given out on the pool deck starting around 7:40am the day of GSC. We got off the tendor and drifted right. We got a great spot on the beach, paid for a clamshell, and food/beverages/ restrooms were all close. My expectations were mixed going in but overall it was an amazing stop. I usually stay at the beach 1-2hrs and stayed for 5. They really have done a nice job with the island. You can also see the RCL island which is to the right. It is way smaller and not as built up. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magicsoccer Posted September 30, 2014 #10 Share Posted September 30, 2014 We will be here Mid November, will the water be too cold to swim, or is it still pretty warm. I much prefer bathwater temperatures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin2success Posted September 30, 2014 Author #11 Share Posted September 30, 2014 I'm the OP and thank you for all of the tips. I was hoping for a little more insight. For example, I'm very familiar with Royal Caribbean's private island, CocoCay and I love it. But they have names for their beach areas and therefore, easy to direct someone to a favorite spot. I'll go take a look on the Ports of Call page and see what they have to say. Thanks again for the help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tymike Posted September 30, 2014 #12 Share Posted September 30, 2014 If you want to splurge a bit snag a cabana. Guaranteed shade, great staff and a lovely view. Enjoy!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brighton Line Posted October 1, 2014 #13 Share Posted October 1, 2014 Heck I loved it and that was before the "upgrades" and with construction going on directly behind your lounger with big yellow construction equipment "beeping" as they backed up. I'm sure it's even better now and can't wait to go back. FWIW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJBill Posted October 1, 2014 #14 Share Posted October 1, 2014 if you want to splurge a bit snag a cabana. Guaranteed shade, great staff and a lovely view. Enjoy!! yes!!!! Worth it!!:d Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soaringfalcon Posted October 2, 2014 #15 Share Posted October 2, 2014 There's a few maps of the island on here that you can find. I very highly recommend the cabana. We had a small cabana which is in the new lagoon area and I can't think of a more perfect day. Just outstanding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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