floatingaway2525 Posted December 3, 2008 #1 Share Posted December 3, 2008 I just wanted to let anyone that wants a great relaxing fun day to head to Jack's at GT!!! As you come off the pier, go left behind the palm trees and walk about 10 minutes, past where the Carnival Cruise Center property ends, and you will see a deck with blue and red umbrella tables around a tiki bar. That's Jack's!! Say hi to Jack and Janet, they are regrouping after the storm, still running on generators as of early November, but with that fighter spirit to succeed, and they are!! Great place, the best part of the beach IMO, great people. It's outdoors, on the deck of the dive shop. Wonderful drinks, and Jack will grill burgers. <<Have a Pink Flamingo, my personal favorite>>, and Jack will grill burgers!!! One of the highlights of my cruise!!! Worth the walk!!! And, Jack may be able to drive you back if you have too many Pink Flamingos:rolleyes: This is looking left from the cruise pier. Jack's is before that pier you see in the distance. Sitting on the deck, what a view! Jack and Janet...great people, go and support them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zellers Posted December 7, 2008 #2 Share Posted December 7, 2008 Hey! Thanks, for the information on Jack's and the pictures which tells the story! Is there a fee for chairs, or beach use and what prices can we expect for a local beer, or one of those pink flamingo's?:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GSDsky Posted December 13, 2008 #3 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Just posted a link to your thread to our roll call. We will do are best to assist them. I think without checking we will be there Jan 14th. VERY VERY interested in cold beer prices. LOL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floatingaway2525 Posted December 13, 2008 Author #4 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Hey guys!! I am sorry I posted and ran LOL...I have been work traveling since the day after I got home from this cruise :rolleyes: I hung out on the deck all day and tested the bar menu:D There was no charging for the lounges that I saw, I would think if you are a customer it's no worries. The drinks were....dang..do not remember for sure....not cheap though, remember, these guys have to import everything!!! I can tell you for sure that the pours are oh-so-great!!!:p Think pink!! I will get some sinners over here with more detail, some went on the ski mobiles, some snorkeled right there, it was a blast! Be back with more info!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jessemon Posted December 13, 2008 #5 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Hey guys!! I am sorry I posted and ran LOL...I have been work traveling since the day after I got home from this cruise :rolleyes: I hung out on the deck all day and tested the bar menu:D There was no charging for the lounges that I saw, I would think if you are a customer it's no worries. The drinks were....dang..do not remember for sure....not cheap though, remember, these guys have to import everything!!! I can tell you for sure that the pours are oh-so-great!!!:p Think pink!! I will get some sinners over here with more detail, some went on the ski mobiles, some snorkeled right there, it was a blast! Be back with more info!!! Yep...great place. Jack and Janet were great. I remember beer was $4.00. That's about half the price it is at M-ville at the pier. The walk down the beach was nice to get there. You can see it from the ship. Look to the left of the port and down the beach you will see the blue roof with the red umbrellas in front..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tha sista Posted December 13, 2008 #6 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Lounge chairs were 8 dollars, pink flamingos (drink) was 5 or 6, hamburger 5... Awesome place!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wags67 Posted December 14, 2008 #7 Share Posted December 14, 2008 Kyle & I had a couple beers at Jack's in October...it was $5 a beer.. Hey Jeffie...how'd you only pay $4...next time I'm hangin' with you :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liv4cruzin Posted December 14, 2008 #8 Share Posted December 14, 2008 I have a quick question. Can you reach Jack's by walking along the beach or do you have to go out to the road & walk left along the roadway? I'm currently onboard the Crystal Serenity & we'll be in GRT next Sun. Thought I'd drop in & say hi to J & J. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tha sista Posted December 14, 2008 #9 Share Posted December 14, 2008 I have a quick question. Can you reach Jack's by walking along the beach or do you have to go out to the road & walk left along the roadway? I'm currently onboard the Crystal Serenity & we'll be in GRT next Sun. Thought I'd drop in & say hi to J & J. Yes, once off the ship, go into the port area and keep going left. Once on the beach walk about 5 minutes. It is right before that next pier you can see! Enjoy and tell him the sinnas sent ya! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liv4cruzin Posted December 16, 2008 #10 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Many thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zellers Posted December 17, 2008 #11 Share Posted December 17, 2008 I'm heading there in Feb! Thanks for all the info everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorgesgirll Posted December 19, 2008 #12 Share Posted December 19, 2008 Zeller I am also going there in FEB. Was wondering what ship you are on. I am on the carnival miracle! Feb 9th -17th. I want to go there now. Sure my friends would too. Thanks for the tip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GSDsky Posted December 19, 2008 #13 Share Posted December 19, 2008 GRAND PRINCESS January 14th Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spyslick1 Posted December 23, 2008 #14 Share Posted December 23, 2008 Is jack's just a bar or can you rent snorkel equipment from him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thecarnivalkid Posted December 24, 2008 #15 Share Posted December 24, 2008 anyone know the name of the Dive Shop behind Jack's place as this would be walking distance from the ship and would be interested and hit Jack's up for a meal post dive. thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tha sista Posted December 24, 2008 #16 Share Posted December 24, 2008 snorkel gear can be rented at Jack's. It is walking distance from the ship and easiest to get to by walking on the beach! He makes a mean burger!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJ04SS Posted January 20, 2009 #17 Share Posted January 20, 2009 I can't wait to go here, will be in GT in Mid July, can't wait. We are hitting Jacks and Margaritaville!!!!!!!!!!!!:D:D When you come out of the cruise terminal, make a left, is that the same way as Margaritaville or opposite? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floatingaway2525 Posted January 20, 2009 Author #18 Share Posted January 20, 2009 I can't wait to go here, will be in GT in Mid July, can't wait. We are hitting Jacks and Margaritaville!!!!!!!!!!!!:D:D When you come out of the cruise terminal, make a left, is that the same way as Margaritaville or opposite? Margaritaville is right in the cruise terminal...that's why it is more crowded and expensive, and easier to get to...and yes, Jack's is up the beach to the left, outside of the cruise terminal beach property...SO worth the walk!!! I LOVED GT, you will love it too!!!!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GSDsky Posted January 20, 2009 #19 Share Posted January 20, 2009 Having read and posted on this thread I made the treck down the beach to Jack's Shack with DW. Margaritaville was packed as well as lounges out front of it as 2 ships in port. Got to Jacks and nothing set up. No one there. No lounges and umbrellas. Time was about 10:30 am. DW needs shade so we turned around and went back to the party. Once at the party area we had a blast as she found lounge in shade and 1 in sun for me. I think Jack's would be great for a quiet time away from the crowds. The purpose of CC is to give comments abnd all can't be positive or have a destination suit everyone. Love the place as so much better than Princess Cays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floatingaway2525 Posted January 20, 2009 Author #20 Share Posted January 20, 2009 Having read and posted on this thread I made the treck down the beach to Jack's Shack with DW. Margaritaville was packed as well as lounges out front of it as 2 ships in port. Got to Jacks and nothing set up. No one there. No lounges and umbrellas. Time was about 10:30 am. DW needs shade so we turned around and went back to the party. Once at the party area we had a blast as she found lounge in shade and 1 in sun for me. I think Jack's would be great for a quiet time away from the crowds.The purpose of CC is to give comments abnd all can't be positive or have a destination suit everyone. Love the place as so much better than Princess Cays. Oh no so sorry to hear this...:( They were still running on generators when we were there in November and waiting for power to be restored...and trying to survive in the meantime!!:( I would appreciate anyone going to GT reporting updates back here!! Here is hoping they are fine!! Thanks for the info GSD!!! Jack's IS great for a quieter time away from the crowds, AND, like it was for us, a FABULOUS party place for our smaller group!!!:D:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorgesgirll Posted January 23, 2009 #21 Share Posted January 23, 2009 Having read and posted on this thread I made the treck down the beach to Jack's Shack with DW. Margaritaville was packed as well as lounges out front of it as 2 ships in port. Got to Jacks and nothing set up. No one there. No lounges and umbrellas. Time was about 10:30 am. DW needs shade so we turned around and went back to the party. Once at the party area we had a blast as she found lounge in shade and 1 in sun for me. I think Jack's would be great for a quiet time away from the crowds.The purpose of CC is to give comments abnd all can't be positive or have a destination suit everyone. Love the place as so much better than Princess Cays. This is a bummer, was looking forward to this. I even got a golf cart so I could transfer a couple of people down there who would not be able to walk the distance due to knee problems. I'm gonna keep the golf carts though because I really want to do the tour of the island. floatingaway2525-I would appreciate anyone going to GT reporting updates back here!! Here is hoping they are fine!! I will let you know!!! I hope that it was only temporary. I didn't want to go to margaretiville because of the 2 ships in port the same time we will be there on Feb. 15,. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taxmantoo Posted January 23, 2009 #22 Share Posted January 23, 2009 This is a bummer, was looking forward to this. I even got a golf cart so I could transfer a couple of people down there who would not be able to walk the distance due to knee problems. Did you reserve the golf carts by e-mail or did you reach anyone by phone? I have tried twice unsuccessfully by e-mail? May I ask how much the golf carts cost for 1/2 or full day? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GSDsky Posted January 23, 2009 #23 Share Posted January 23, 2009 There was someone on the deck so life was there but nothing set up on beach. Far too quiet for my liking and DW need shade. I think they were open but different strokes for different folks thats all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruzinTamela Posted January 26, 2009 #24 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Thanks for the recommendation and the photos! I will be sure to check it out when I'm there in February! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texray1 Posted January 28, 2009 #25 Share Posted January 28, 2009 How is the snorkeling there by Jack's Place? I'm a beginner so I really would like calmer water. I don't care how much stuff there is to see since anything is new to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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