Jfultz81 Posted May 22, 2008 #1 Share Posted May 22, 2008 There isn't much info on this forum about Ensenada and a lot of questions go unanswered. Surely not all of you stay on the boat??!! We aren't wine drinkers, we don't ride mountain bikes, and I don't want to cruise to go shopping. Is there anything to do there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psbtrvlr Posted May 22, 2008 #2 Share Posted May 22, 2008 There isn't much info on this forum about Ensenada and a lot of questions go unanswered. Surely not all of you stay on the boat??!! We aren't wine drinkers, we don't ride mountain bikes, and I don't want to cruise to go shopping. Is there anything to do there? My DH, BIL, DD, and some nieces and nephews kayaked to the blow hole. They enjoyed it and would do it again. My sister, youngest DD, and I did the cooking class. It was fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddiesmom Posted May 22, 2008 #3 Share Posted May 22, 2008 You could always go to Papas and Beer or Hussong's and have a Margarita or two and people watch.:) For me, just staying on the ship is fine since Ive been several times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathyz Posted May 22, 2008 #4 Share Posted May 22, 2008 There isn't much info on this forum about Ensenada and a lot of questions go unanswered. Surely not all of you stay on the boat??!! We aren't wine drinkers, we don't ride mountain bikes, and I don't want to cruise to go shopping. Is there anything to do there? Yes, we do stay on the ship, makes for a quiet relaxing day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funat55 Posted May 23, 2008 #5 Share Posted May 23, 2008 We've done the blow hole tour and the wine tour. Last time we just got off the ship and walked into town and drank margaritas and shopped. We had signed up for the Fox Studio's tour but it got cancelled due to "lack of participation". Heard it wasn't that good of a tour anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
O2Bcrusin Posted May 24, 2008 #6 Share Posted May 24, 2008 There really isn't much to do there. You can walk to town from the pier but when you get there it is just a mian street with lots of people trying to sell you stuff and a couple of loud bars - Papas and Beer and Hussongs. I have been there a few times and I think if I go again I may just stay on the ship and enjoy the pool if it is a nice day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kgarroutte Posted May 25, 2008 #7 Share Posted May 25, 2008 We picked up a cab and asked the driver to take us to a restaraunt/bar that he goes to and come back in a half an hour. Of course we had someone who spoke spanish with us. We had the best food ever!!! What a fun ride as well. There is a great community center in Ensenada (wish I could remember the name)...something Riviera...if you did some research it has a great history. There is always some event going on there. Don't believe the people who say that there is nothing in Ensenada. Always ask locals, but not the ones at the piers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wisefamily4 Posted May 27, 2008 #8 Share Posted May 27, 2008 Papas & Beer is our favorite destination in Ensenada. It's a very easy walk from the ship... There is plenty of shopping and other bars in the same area. Same stuff you can find in the other ports but a little cheaper. We take two or three weekend cruises to Ensenada every year (without the kids) - Papas & Beer (upstairs) is a great place to let your hair down and just have fun! (we were there on Saturday.... :eek: ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLLund Posted May 27, 2008 #9 Share Posted May 27, 2008 Last time we were there my kids ( in their 30's ) rented scooters and tooled around town and out to a beach for the day .. they said they had a great time !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancyquilts Posted June 2, 2008 #10 Share Posted June 2, 2008 If you want to go to the blow hole, after you take the shuttle into town ($2), you can take a bus trip for $15. It includes flea market shopping, I was told. Nancy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseDreaming Posted June 2, 2008 #11 Share Posted June 2, 2008 We always stay on the boat. Kerrie:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseDreaming Posted June 2, 2008 #12 Share Posted June 2, 2008 Excuse me, I meant to say we always stay on the SHIP. :D Kerrie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTcruiser Posted June 3, 2008 #13 Share Posted June 3, 2008 We're just going to wonder around and do a little shopping I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boating girl Posted June 29, 2008 #14 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Anybody know what the ship charges for the La Bufadora tour? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jfultz81 Posted June 29, 2008 Author #15 Share Posted June 29, 2008 RCL charges $21/adults, $13/child.. I'm sure the other lines are similar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaNana Posted June 29, 2008 #16 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Our son-in-law speaks fluent Spanish and our family group went downtown. We ate really great Mexican food and shopped. We found a place where the shops that went back into a wide walk area. These were very nice folks who did not overwhelm you when you said no. It was a nice shopping experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
premierhhcare Posted July 21, 2008 #17 Share Posted July 21, 2008 What did you think of the blowhole and wine tour? We are thinking about doing one and would appreciate your input Thanks, Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mach1 Posted July 21, 2008 #18 Share Posted July 21, 2008 Papas & Beer is our favorite destination in Ensenada. It's a very easy walk from the ship... There is plenty of shopping and other bars in the same area. Same stuff you can find in the other ports but a little cheaper. We take two or three weekend cruises to Ensenada every year (without the kids) - Papas & Beer (upstairs) is a great place to let your hair down and just have fun! (we were there on Saturday.... :eek: ) Can you bring a 8 y.o. to these places? Papa's & Beer and Hussongs.... Are there any beaches you can go hang out on that are close? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ2sail Posted July 21, 2008 #19 Share Posted July 21, 2008 Can you bring a 8 y.o. to these places?Papa's & Beer and Hussongs.... Are there any beaches you can go hang out on that are close? Not advisable, unless your want your 8 y/o to see alot of drinking and partying. You could take him/her to the blow hole, it's a big flea market. But the coastline is very pretty out there, and we've eaten out there, and had good food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TortieGal Posted July 22, 2008 #20 Share Posted July 22, 2008 In April, we did the Papas & Beer excursion to Rosarito (thru Carnival). We both wanted the beach and this one is right on the beach. I was a little worried about how long the ride would be but I think it took about 45-50 minutes. It was pretty laid back and relaxing. I think because we were there so early. It did start to see a little more action as we were leaving. I would definitely do it again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mach1 Posted July 22, 2008 #21 Share Posted July 22, 2008 In April, we did the Papas & Beer excursion to Rosarito (thru Carnival). We both wanted the beach and this one is right on the beach. I was a little worried about how long the ride would be but I think it took about 45-50 minutes. It was pretty laid back and relaxing. I think because we were there so early. It did start to see a little more action as we were leaving. I would definitely do it again. Can you go to the beach by Papas & Beer w/o having to go to the party area? Is it a long drive or an easy walk? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ2sail Posted July 22, 2008 #22 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Can you go to the beach by Papas & Beer w/o having to go to the party area? Is it a long drive or an easy walk? I think you are talking about two different excursions. There is a Rosarito Beach party excursion thru the ship, that takes you by bus to Rosarito Beach about 45-60 minutes north of Ensenada, I don't know how rowdy that excursion gets. Downtown Ensenada has a Pappas and Beer, Mango Tango, etc... Wher people go to party and basically drink alot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mach1 Posted July 22, 2008 #23 Share Posted July 22, 2008 I think you are talking about two different excursions. There is a Rosarito Beach party excursion thru the ship, that takes you by bus to Rosarito Beach about 45-60 minutes north of Ensenada, I don't know how rowdy that excursion gets. Downtown Ensenada has a Pappas and Beer, Mango Tango, etc... Wher people go to party and basically drink alot! Oh yes after reading thru this again I can see that. I'll have to do more research on a beach for the family. Thanks again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ2sail Posted July 22, 2008 #24 Share Posted July 22, 2008 Oh yes after reading thru this again I can see that.I'll have to do more research on a beach for the family. Thanks again! As I mentioned on your other posting. Ensenada is not the place for beaches. There is a whole snorkel area set up in Catalina, that is within walking distance to the tender pier. Also, if you want beach time, maybe stay a day or two in Southern Cal and hit the beaches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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