The Boatyard- Feedback

[Cruising to Retirement]

Will be there in January for a day in Barbados, not sure if the Boatyard is a good idea-  any feedback on the Boatyard is greatly appreciated-  looking for info on the food/beverage credit upon admission and prices of food and drinks also. 

[Cruise till you drop]

I’m also interested in any feedback.  We have the Boatyard in mind but the ship is offering a tour to Harbor Lights that also sounds very nice

[PORT ROYAL]

9 minutes ago, Cruising to Retirement said:

Do you have the website for those options.. Thanks  

https://www.elegancebarbados.com
 

https://silvermoonbarbados.com

 

Book early, repeat early, as space is limited to a maximum of 12 pax per large Cat.

 

Check one’s ship’s arrival to correspond with sailing times of each operator.  Transport to/from is included.

There will be no disappointment, one will wish to repeat the experience.

[Tyler414]

I planned on going to Boatyard, but after looking at the above silver moon website I ended up booking the cat with lunch, the less expensive 12 person was sold out and only 2 spots left on the adults only version so I snapped them up for my sailing. 

[Ont-teacher]

We went to Harbour Lights. Took a cab from port. $5.00 each one way. Paid $30.00 each to go in. It included a drink each, umbrella and chair each, and we’re able to eat there for a cost but we didn’t. We had a big breakfast and we were fine until it was time to go back. It was great. We were on Celebrity and they were charging $70.00 per person but it did include buffet lunch which we heard was just ok. Beautiful beach. 

Edited October 12, 2023 by Ont-teacher

[PORT ROYAL]

For those who may be considering an Elegance or Moon, having thoughts as to if value for money.

Then add  what would be considered a fair $ value to each of the items listed, total, then compare against a Cat Day Operator’s price.  Think the Math will surprise many.

 

Luxury 4 Hour Cruise Along Coast Of Barbados

Choice Of Luxury Seating

Tranquil Settings

Relaxing Ambience

Top Notch Personal Service

No Crowds (No S.H.T.)

Unlimited Snacks

Excellent Lunch

Unlimited Soft Drinks

Unlimited Beers

Unlimited Wines

Unlimited Spirits

Snorkel With Turtles

Dive And Swim From Ship (Also Shower)

Having A Wonderful Day

[negn]

I did Silver Moon on a vacay to Barbados pre Covid.  It was wonderful. But they specifically would not take cruisers.  So,that has changed.?   If so, I’ll be booking on our stop there in March

[PORT ROYAL]

21 minutes ago, negn said:

I did Silver Moon on a vacay to Barbados pre Covid.  It was wonderful. But they specifically would not take cruisers.  So,that has changed.?   If so, I’ll be booking on our stop there in March

There are excellent recent critiques from cruisers actually sailing on Elegance and Moons also confirmations from cruisers making new bookings on “adult only” moon, as per Tyler414 post #4 above

Edited October 16, 2023 by PORT ROYAL
Tyler

[zackarykeef]

On 9/28/2023 at 9:22 AM, PORT ROYAL said:

https://www.elegancebarbados.com
 

https://silvermoonbarbados.com

 

Book early, repeat early, as space is limited to a maximum of 12 pax per large Cat.

 

Check one’s ship’s arrival to correspond with sailing times of each operator.  Transport to/from is included.

There will be no disappointment, one will wish to repeat the experience.

You don't happen to know another company other than these two, do you? I contacted both, and although they both have availability, neither work with our port time 😢 we don't arrive until 9:00am, so they both told me it wouldn't work. Extremely disappointing, as we are the only ship in port that day, but oh well. Any other suggestions would be appreciated!

[PORT ROYAL]

8 hours ago, zackarykeef said:

You don't happen to know another company other than these two, do you? I contacted both, and although they both have availability, neither work with our port time 😢 we don't arrive until 9:00am, so they both told me it wouldn't work. Extremely disappointing, as we are the only ship in port that day, but oh well. Any other suggestions would be appreciated!

Sorry, but have no other recommendations.  Remember that these tours are taken mostly by those vacationing on the island, with cruisers being a very small revenue percentage 

 

Suggest one asks the tourism board… https://barbados.org as they have access to all information.  Good luck

 

 

 

 

 

[Cruise till you drop]

13 hours ago, zackarykeef said:

You don't happen to know another company other than these two, do you? I contacted both, and although they both have availability, neither work with our port time 😢 we don't arrive until 9:00am, so they both told me it wouldn't work. Extremely disappointing, as we are the only ship in port that day, but oh well. Any other suggestions would be appreciated!

We are taking a Celebrity excursion in January to a place called Harbour Lights.  It sounds a lot like the Boatyard and seemed interesting

Edited December 16, 2023 by Cruise till you drop

[Tyler414]

They do now except Cruise guests, there is an additional $10 charge for "transportation" 

My ship arrives at 7am, so the 9am start time is no issue. They did explain in the booking confirmation email that meeting at the designated spot and time is critical and they will not wait if your late.  So it seems understandable they wont accept passengers from a ship arriving at 9am.

[PORT ROYAL]

50 minutes ago, Cruise till you drop said:

We are taking a Celebrity excursion in January to a place called Harbour Lights.  It sounds a lot like the Boatyard and seemed interesting

If one must visit, then suggest booking direct with HL for a guaranteed front row set of beds.

From past experience, ship tours usually have the beds at the rear, with no ability to reserve a preference, or move on arrival.

 

[Tyler414]

3 minutes ago, PORT ROYAL said:

If one must visit, then suggest booking direct with HL for a guaranteed front row set of beds.

From past experience, ship tours usually have the beds at the rear, with no ability to reserve a preference, or move on arrival.

 

My parents are doing the Celebrity excursion to Harbour Lights, I suggested they just do it on their own and reserve through their website...I then thought better, knowing my parents, its best they do the ship tour.  No getting lost or distracted or losing the time of day. 😂

[PORT ROYAL]

4 minutes ago, Tyler414 said:

My parents are doing the Celebrity excursion to Harbour Lights, I suggested they just do it on their own and reserve through their website...I then thought better, knowing my parents, its best they do the ship tour.  No getting lost or distracted or losing the time of day. 😂

Just had a thought….. consider a nice gesture to parents, by contacting HL and ask if there could be a possibility of paying the small additional direct for front row set.  Then when they arrive can be escorted.  Also see if a few drinks can be prepaid.

[Tyler414]

21 minutes ago, Tyler414 said:

They do now except Cruise guests, there is an additional $10 charge for "transportation" 

My ship arrives at 7am, so the 9am start time is no issue. They did explain in the booking confirmation email that meeting at the designated spot and time is critical and they will not wait if your late.  So it seems understandable they wont accept passengers from a ship arriving at 9am.

This is for Silver Moon Barbados...

[krueg2828]

On 10/13/2023 at 10:02 AM, PORT ROYAL said:

For those who may be considering an Elegance or Moon, having thoughts as to if value for money.

Then add  what would be considered a fair $ value to each of the items listed, total, then compare against a Cat Day Operator’s price.  Think the Math will surprise many.

 

Luxury 4 Hour Cruise Along Coast Of Barbados

Choice Of Luxury Seating

Tranquil Settings

Relaxing Ambience

Top Notch Personal Service

No Crowds (No S.H.T.)

Unlimited Snacks

Excellent Lunch

Unlimited Soft Drinks

Unlimited Beers

Unlimited Wines

Unlimited Spirits

Snorkel With Turtles

Dive And Swim From Ship (Also Shower)

Having A Wonderful Day

I took the Silvermoon many years ago….it was fantastic.