newbiewaves Posted September 7, 2018 #1 Share Posted September 7, 2018 Has anyone experience of booking day passes at resorts in the Caribbean? On the Celebration 7th Dec arrives Antigua 16th Dec and looking at the port calendar 2 other ships (one huge) are there at the same time (thanks to CC for this resource link!) Having been to Antigua twice on normal vacations have done the sights so seeking some beach R&R but maybe avoiding Dickenson Bay. As my favourite beach has lost its hotel and with it facilities just checking alternatives. Also as the cruise finishes in Barbados and flight doesnt got until 4 pm is there anything close to kill time? can probably stay on ship but after a transatlantic a bit of terra firma ought to be maximised. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare dronnygirl Posted September 7, 2018 #2 Share Posted September 7, 2018 When we departed Barbados we left the ship early and walked into the town. There were lots of markets and we stopped for a drink. It's about 20 mins walk or there are taxis at the port. Unfortunately if it's Sunday nothing much is open but you would have time to go to the beach for a couple if hours Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pensioncruiser Posted September 7, 2018 #3 Share Posted September 7, 2018 And a nice beach is harbour lights with all mod cons, food shower room etc, can recommend it. Sent from my VF-895N using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jessybell Posted September 10, 2018 #4 Share Posted September 10, 2018 google hotels near the port that offer day facilities....we try and do this when we call at an Island we have been to before.....I usually email the hotel beforehand just to make sure and find out how much they charge. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjt87 Posted September 11, 2018 #5 Share Posted September 11, 2018 Has anyone experience of booking day passes at resorts in the Caribbean? On the Celebration 7th Dec arrives Antigua 16th Dec and looking at the port calendar 2 other ships (one huge) are there at the same time (thanks to CC for this resource link!) Having been to Antigua twice on normal vacations have done the sights so seeking some beach R&R but maybe avoiding Dickenson Bay. As my favourite beach has lost its hotel and with it facilities just checking alternatives.Also as the cruise finishes in Barbados and flight doesnt got until 4 pm is there anything close to kill time? can probably stay on ship but after a transatlantic a bit of terra firma ought to be maximised. Have a look at this https://www.cruisecritic.co.uk/articles.cfm?ID=1100 Or you could try and google "Resort for a day" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katomerikaf Posted September 27, 2018 #6 Share Posted September 27, 2018 We went on the ships organised trip 'farewell Barbados'. It took you to some lovely sights, lunch at one of the plantation houses and then directly to the airport so we weren't hanging around the ship just waiting. it was a lovely end to our trip. This year our flight doesn't leave until 6.45 pm I think so lots of hanging around. Hoping to get a late check out cabin but not sure how much/how late these are! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
so,ton saint Posted September 27, 2018 #7 Share Posted September 27, 2018 We went on the ships organised trip 'farewell Barbados'. It took you to some lovely sights, lunch at one of the plantation houses and then directly to the airport so we weren't hanging around the ship just waiting. it was a lovely end to our trip. This year our flight doesn't leave until 6.45 pm I think so lots of hanging around. Hoping to get a late check out cabin but not sure how much/how late these are! Hi Katomerika we have done farewell to Barbados and highly recommend the trip,as for keeping same cabin i think we paid £35 till the coach departed for the airport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katomerikaf Posted September 27, 2018 #8 Share Posted September 27, 2018 Thanks that's good to know. Was it the same cabin or a different one ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
so,ton saint Posted September 27, 2018 #9 Share Posted September 27, 2018 Thanks that's good to know. Was it the same cabin or a different one ? Hi on the old Dream it was a different cabin, but last year kept same cabin even a stern balcony, but make sure you go down to reception the day before nice and early. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintner56 Posted October 17, 2018 #10 Share Posted October 17, 2018 Had a great time at the Boatyard in Barbados. Lovely beach, snorkelling with Turtles. Just pick up a taxi at the port, its a short $5 ride & the Boatyard gets you a taxi back to the ship. We spent Christmas day there & then went back on New Years day before flying back to the UK. It was ideal. http://www.theboatyard.com/cruise-ship-passengers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edinburgher Posted October 19, 2018 #11 Share Posted October 19, 2018 (edited) Should also be loads of info on nearby beaches with chair hire, food, drinks etc available where actual resort passes are not needed on the Caribbean Boards Ports of Call section. https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/456-caribbean/?_fromLogin=1 Edited October 19, 2018 by edinburgher Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbiewaves Posted November 22, 2018 Author #12 Share Posted November 22, 2018 After a period of poor email communication we finally got day pass details from the Hawksbill Resort Antigua. For the benefit of others they are now charging US$40 per head for 12 noon til 4 pm then you need to arrange your own taxi transfers. For 2 that gets a bit expensive for the extra bonus of using their pool and loo as on AI can eat and drink ourselves silly onboard. Seems they haven't increased prices but are reducing hours... Decided to do a ships excursion which at least can be varied with the weather... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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