DGNY Posted March 21, 2012 #126 Share Posted March 21, 2012 Has anyone been to Antigua on a holiday before? Wondering if the #22 bus will still be running. Or if The Nest will be open? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cococabana Posted March 22, 2012 #127 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Was there last week - it's all functioning and the sea is warm! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Kewlguy Posted March 22, 2012 #128 Share Posted March 22, 2012 (edited) Has anyone been to Antigua on a holiday before? Wondering if the #22 bus will still be running. Or if The Nest will be open? Depends on the holiday. If it's a major one such as Christmas or Easter then obviously the bus schedule would be altered compared to a regular day. If in doubt you can check with the bus driver before boarding. Edited March 22, 2012 by Host Kewlguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Kewlguy Posted March 22, 2012 #129 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Hi,I have read quite a few threads of discussion about taking #22 to the beaches. It seems a convenient and economical way to go to Valley Church for our upcoming cruise. With our children (8 and 5) in tow, I am seeking advice as to whether it is a good idea to take the bus to and fro the pier. (Crowded bus is fine I think, as long as we can manage to find seats for our kids.) Thanks in advance. CM The bus is fine for the kids. If you feel it's too crowded you can always wait for the next one. The buses run quite frequently Monday through Saturday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DGNY Posted March 22, 2012 #130 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Depends on the holiday. If it's a major one such as Christmas or Easter then obviously the bus schedule would be altered compared to a regular day. If in doubt you can check with the bus driver before boarding. I'm not sure. I'll be in Antigua on Easter Monday. Not sure if Antiguans celebrate Easter on a different day than people in the US or if this is some 2nd connected holiday (which could be less major). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Kewlguy Posted March 23, 2012 #131 Share Posted March 23, 2012 I'm not sure. I'll be in Antigua on Easter Monday. Not sure if Antiguans celebrate Easter on a different day than people in the US or if this is some 2nd connected holiday (which could be less major). I would think they celebrate Easter only on Easter Sunday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DGNY Posted March 23, 2012 #132 Share Posted March 23, 2012 I would think they celebrate Easter only on Easter Sunday. "Easter Monday" is a public holiday in Antigua. Not sure if that is like if July 4th falls on a Sunday. Where Monday is still the public holiday? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Kewlguy Posted March 24, 2012 #133 Share Posted March 24, 2012 "Easter Monday" is a public holiday in Antigua. Not sure if that is like if July 4th falls on a Sunday. Where Monday is still the public holiday? The bus system isn't reliable on a Sunday. So I wouldn't think of using it on a holiday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prettycoolguy49 Posted March 28, 2012 #134 Share Posted March 28, 2012 Were going to be there on Aprill 11th and we were also looking for an alternative to Dickenson Bay. We've also been looking at Turners or Darkwood which is in the same general vicinity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Kewlguy Posted March 29, 2012 #135 Share Posted March 29, 2012 Were going to be there on Aprill 11th and we were also looking for an alternative to Dickenson Bay. We've also been looking at Turners or Darkwood which is in the same general vicinity. Both very nice beaches, as are Jolly Beach and Valley Church. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDSue Posted April 16, 2012 #136 Share Posted April 16, 2012 For those who don't want to rely on the bus, the taxi fare is $8 each way. You simply go to the taxy stand or tour booth at the end of the dock and tell them you want to go to Valley Church. They will hook you up with the next available driver. As soon as a taxi fills up ( it didn't take long for us, we went as soon as we got off the ship a little after 8 a.m.) We had to wait a little longer to head back- maybe 20 minutes, but it was an easy way to get back and forth. The area where they drop you off get a little busy, but it never felt overcrowded. If you walk down a little ways, you can pratically have the beach to yourselves. Loved it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovecruzing Posted May 28, 2012 #137 Share Posted May 28, 2012 For those who don't want to rely on the bus, the taxi fare is $8 each way. You simply go to the taxy stand or tour booth at the end of the dock and tell them you want to go to Valley Church. They will hook you up with the next available driver. As soon as a taxi fills up ( it didn't take long for us, we went as soon as we got off the ship a little after 8 a.m.) We had to wait a little longer to head back- maybe 20 minutes, but it was an easy way to get back and forth. The area where they drop you off get a little busy, but it never felt overcrowded. If you walk down a little ways, you can pratically have the beach to yourselves. Loved it! Wow!!! this looks so beautiful. Def putting this on my list as one of my choices for my December cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angel54321 Posted July 12, 2012 #138 Share Posted July 12, 2012 I think we will be going to valley church beach in August.... Is the water calm enough for a 7 year old who can't quite swim yet? Soon to be Mrs. Taddeo. 8-10-12 Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Kewlguy Posted July 14, 2012 #139 Share Posted July 14, 2012 I think we will be going to valley church beach in August.... Is the water calm enough for a 7 year old who can't quite swim yet? Soon to be Mrs. Taddeo. 8-10-12 Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD No. There is quite a drop off and the current can be tricky at times. Safe for an adult but not recommended for a child. Jolly Beach might be a better bet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken987 Posted July 26, 2012 #140 Share Posted July 26, 2012 (edited) Hello, My sister walks with a cane. If i get her a cab to valley church will she be able to walk the rest of the way? How long is the dirt road from the drop off point to the place where I will plop her down for the day ;) ? Edited July 26, 2012 by ken987 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Kewlguy Posted July 27, 2012 #141 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Hello,My sister walks with a cane. If i get her a cab to valley church will she be able to walk the rest of the way? How long is the dirt road from the drop off point to the place where I will plop her down for the day ;) ? The walk isn't far at all from where the taxi's will drop you off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redrobo Posted August 2, 2012 #142 Share Posted August 2, 2012 The walk isn't far at all from where the taxi's will drop you off. It's five years since we were in Antigua, we grabbed a taxi in town to go to a beach. The beach we visited was close to jolly harbour. It was a quiet stretch of beach with one or two bungalows overlooking the beach but sat back a little. There was a small bar where the taxi drivers, and a lady who appeared to organise them, sat in the shade of trees next to it. Any ideas if this is Valley beach or Jolly harbour? Hope the above makes sense, we are visiting the island again and our friends are keen to visit the beach we raved about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MartinsCruise Posted August 8, 2012 #143 Share Posted August 8, 2012 The walk isn't far at all from where the taxi's will drop you off. Is there snorkeling off the beach or is there another beach you would recommend that has decent snorkeling along with a beach bar and facilities? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Kewlguy Posted August 26, 2012 #144 Share Posted August 26, 2012 It's five years since we were in Antigua, we grabbed a taxi in town to go to a beach. The beach we visited was close to jolly harbour. It was a quiet stretch of beach with one or two bungalows overlooking the beach but sat back a little. There was a small bar where the taxi drivers, and a lady who appeared to organise them, sat in the shade of trees next to it. Any ideas if this is Valley beach or Jolly harbour?Hope the above makes sense, we are visiting the island again and our friends are keen to visit the beach we raved about. The bungalows overlooking the harbor sounds to me like Valley Church Beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Kewlguy Posted August 26, 2012 #145 Share Posted August 26, 2012 (edited) Is there snorkeling off the beach or is there another beach you would recommend that has decent snorkeling along with a beach bar and facilities? In all honesty, the majority of the beaches in Antigua have sub par snorkeling. At least all of the ones I've visited. The water, while beautiful in color, is cloudy. You can't even see your hands a few inches beneath the water. For better quality snorkeling your best bet is to book a snorkeling excursion on a boat. Edited August 26, 2012 by Host Kewlguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComeSailWithME Posted August 28, 2012 #146 Share Posted August 28, 2012 What kind of a bus is it? Does it have seat belts? Is it reliable? How long of a ride? What about a cab ride? How long and does it have seat belts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FOXTROT Posted September 2, 2012 #147 Share Posted September 2, 2012 What kind of a bus is it? Does it have seat belts? Is it reliable? How long of a ride? What about a cab ride? How long and does it have seat belts? Seat belts? We are on vacation, who wears seat belts.:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComeSailWithME Posted September 3, 2012 #148 Share Posted September 3, 2012 um, my 1 year old Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffvols Posted September 5, 2012 #149 Share Posted September 5, 2012 I see in previous posts that there was someone at VCB available for massages. Anyone know the price and if still there? We are going to be there in 10 days. Also, anyone been here in mid-September who can tell me if there is much of a breeze/area to get out of the sun? My husband has a heart condition and needs to stay out of the direct heat. Looks like the temperatures are going to be in the upper 80's. We really want to go to VCB but don't want to risk my husband's health. Thanks in advance for your responses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDSue Posted September 8, 2012 #150 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I see in previous posts that there was someone at VCB available for massages. Anyone know the price and if still there? We are going to be there in 10 days. Also, anyone been here in mid-September who can tell me if there is much of a breeze/area to get out of the sun? My husband has a heart condition and needs to stay out of the direct heat. Looks like the temperatures are going to be in the upper 80's. We really want to go to VCB but don't want to risk my husband's health. Thanks in advance for your responses. You will find plenty of trees that you can sit under or rent an umbrella to get out from under the sun. I wish I could remember if there was a message area, but I can't recall. It was a beautiful beach and great place to hang out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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