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Fins & Flippers NO MORE!!!

pjtulsa

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pjtulsa

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When checking the Fins & Flippers website you are now redirected to a new web site with a new name!!! http://www.mayakeyroatan.com/en/index.html

 

The big change is the new price = $50 per person :eek:

 

I have been trying to confirm my reservation for weeks with no reply and now I understand why. They didn't want my group of 14 at $20 pp when they knew they were raising the price. We will now look for something else to do while in Roatan. I have used Victor 2 times before and the driver was great so that is a great 2nd choice... I just really wanted to try Fins & Flippers but $50 is just too much. :(

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pjtulsa

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NEW Name, NEW Website, NEW Price....

 

It makes me wonder how long it will be before its a NEW Carnival Excursion?

 

I agree that they will loose business and from what I have read on these boards it was never very busy to begin with...

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KenMo

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I've only been there twice and both times it was virtually empty. Which is why I love it!

 

However.....I will not pay $50pp just to plop my big rear in a lounger at the pool.

 

I think they've raised the price because you now have access to the animal rescue, Mayan exhibit, etc.

 

I just want a pool on the beach.

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Allis154

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I was going to book this for our trip in November, but am now rethinking it. An excursion that was once $80 will now be $200, plus drinks and food. If it was all-inclusive, maybe, but just what is included? I don't know....

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Name Of The Game

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We had a confirmed reservation at the old price and sent an e-mail to see if it was still good - haven't heard back. If it's $50.00 apiece we'll make other plans. We didn't even want to pay that much for an all-inclusive in Mexico, so we're sure not going to pay that much if food isn't included.

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Luckyroot

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They're making a big mistake. They're going to lose a lot of business.

 

 

Huge mistake and quite arrogant of them IMHO. What do you get for all that extra $$$? Nothing!

 

I'll take my business elsewhere. Too bad, it was looking really good for my party of 4, and there were at least 8-10 others on my roll call who WERE going before this greedy price increase.

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kruzkraziness

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I cancelled my reservation for fins and flippers, we had scheduled for January 2010. I got an e-mail confirmation that did indicate the price "would not be $20" but I thought maybe a $5 to $10 increase which I would have paid but I will not pay more than double. (from $20 to $50 what are they thinking?) Is there another resort that welcomes people off of the cruise ships? We just want a safe place to hang out by the pool, order cocktails and enjoy the beach.

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crewsweeper "Live from...." Rare

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I just received an email from a local who said the day pass at Mayan Princess was $10pp.

Just be aware that MP limits the number of day passes and you do have to pay for the taxi. Come November, Carnival pax will be about 3 miles further up the road from Coxen Hole and thus it'll also be a cab ride to old Fin and Flippers no more short walks.

 

So sad to see the change at F&F. Oh, well another reason to just head to West End Village and have a nice lunch at Mavis and Dixie's or other spots.

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Beowulfpk

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I had planned our family excursion of 6 people to Fins and Flippers in Jan. I didn't get around to making a reservation. $50 a person is way too much for something like that. We'll consider just staying on the ship. I will have to look into Mayan Princess.

 

I wouldn't be surprised if they are trying to find a price to sell it through the cruise lines next year. I could see some people (not me) paying $50 a head directly through RCCL or Carnival for a "Private island" excursion. The cruise lines don't allow operators to undercut excursion prices online. Keep you eyes peeled on the excursion lists for next year!

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Just be aware that MP limits the number of day passes and you do have to pay for the taxi. Come November, Carnival pax will be about 3 miles further up the road from Coxen Hole and thus it'll also be a cab ride to old Fin and Flippers no more short walks.

 

So sad to see the change at F&F. Oh, well another reason to just head to West End Village and have a nice lunch at Mavis and Dixie's or other spots.

 

I didn't know about the limit on day passes. So I could end up paying for the ride there, only to find the limit has been met. Bummer.

 

I emailed RonY and he quoted a price of $70 for two to take us to MP. Plus we'd have to pay for the day pass. And MP is not AI (as far as I know).

 

Sounding to me like going to MP will be a little expensive.

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I didn't know about the limit on day passes. So I could end up paying for the ride there, only to find the limit has been met. Bummer.

 

I emailed RonY and he quoted a price of $70 for two to take us to MP. Plus we'd have to pay for the day pass. And MP is not AI (as far as I know).

 

Sounding to me like going to MP will be a little expensive.

 

 

Hey Mona, :)

 

Taxi is $20 each way. There are several other spots close by like Infinity Resort which you can use their beach for free but no lounge chairs or pool :(

 

Remember to bring the bug spray... I was just about eaten alive in Oct but had no problems this past June when I did use bug wipes... You can see the little sand flees jumping all over the sand.

 

We are looking at a taxi for our group. Victor also offers a run to the beach for $20 pp which for 2 would be the same and you would be assured the driver will be there for you.

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kruzkraziness

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The price increase is due to all our new additions that we have made to our facility. Included in the price is the beach/pool, snorkeling, bar/grill, use of lounge chairs, and picnic area, restrooms and outdoor showers, we have included 9 more acres to the facility which is a 66% increase, a tour of the replica of the Maya Ruins, Interpretation center, Maya art now and then center, and a wildlife rescue center.

Yes it's a increase in price but it is still a good value for what you are getting. And everyone has really enjoyed the facility when they have visited.

I am sorry to hear that you are going to cancel, and hope that you would reconsider your visit to Maya Key/Fins n Flippers, we really do have a wonderful facility that is just across the harbor from the cruise ship pier.

Please let me know if you have any questions that I could answer for you.

Cindy Carter

Maya Key/Fins n Flippers

Manager

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KenMo

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I guess it would be a good value if I were interested in walking around the place looking at all they have.

 

But $50 is still too much just to sit in a lounger.

 

And, you still have to pay for food/drinks.

 

Not a good value at all in my book.

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Where do you get a taxi to Mayan Princess for $20 each way?

From what I understand that on this island all taxis are tours on ship in port days. Anyone can be a tour taxi-if the car moves it will be there to give you a tour.

I understand the only way to see this island is with a tour.

No busses, no way to walk around town or to a beach.

This island cost money to enjoy!!!!!! And as you see F& F is now going to join the group and make money from us.

If you can find an inexpensive way to get to the beach besides Boden at $20 PP, please let me know. $20 is not bad if it is 2 of you but with a large group it can be a huge amount for a ride to the beach. When you get to the beach remember most places cost you to use the bathroom, chair or showers. It might only cost you a drink($5 each) but it all adds up for one day of the beach.

This is the only port that you must use a tour group to enjoy your day.

I would love to hear what others are doing in Roaton and what it cost.

Enjoy

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