Caribbean Cruise Questions...

[Anathema]

You are one negative dude. Have fun, explore and see things you’ve never seen.

Yes I am one negative dude. Fun isn’t something I seek out. Very little of what I want to see in the world is outside the USA. None is in the Caribbean.

 

[Wry Catcher]

Oh have some fun. Put on a MAGA hat and have a T Shirt made with trump's picture on the front, and "Keep America White" on the back; then walk the streets of San Juan..

How about an NRA hat and a “Sons of the Revolutions” T-shirt... it shows the Don’t Tread on Me, Confederate, and Molon Labae flags under the aforementioned text. Will that work?

Whatever sinks your boat is fine with me. As an ugly American I suspect anything you wear or do or say will be sufficient to insult the American citizens who reside in P.R.

 

[Anathema]

If you want to spend all your time on ship, there is usually a movie theater that's good for a few hours plus there are usually a few activities such as bingo or some other group participation entertainment. You could always get on WiFI and connect to USMB and tell us how terrible these places are.

If I were you, I would take one of the tours of the area in each port because there's not a lot to do on ship while in port. I've found Celebrity tours are comfortable, informative, and at times a lot of fun. Also meal service when in port is not as good as when you are at sea. If you arrive at your destination in the morning most people leave the ship early and as many tours are only 2 to 4 hours most people will be back on board long before the ship sails so it will start to liven up hours before sailing. I've stayed on board at ports and it's kind of depressing. Even if you just walk off ship, take a few pictures and wander around a bit, you will it enjoy it must more.

We are getting the WiFi package since my wife will want to post 6,000,000 photos on Facebook every night.

I might walk to the end of the gangway then back onboard, but it won’t be more than thst. It’s as much for the safety,l and mental health of the locals as my own. I AM thst grumpy, unpleasant Anerican that most foreigners don’t enjoy being around

 

[WheelieAddict]

Enjoy yourself bud.

 

[Flopper]

Last fall my wife talked me into booking an Eastern Caribbean cruise to celebrate our fifth wedding anniversary this coming July. We are doing this with another couple who are also first time cruisers.

For those who don’t know me, I hate to travel and have no interest in visiting foreign countries; so my intent is to spend my time aboard the ship after we make our initial stop in San Juan PR.

What should I be looking to do to pass the time aboard ship while my wife and the other couple are out galavanting? Any suggestions on things to see or avoid? We are on one of the Celebrity brand cruises if thst makes a difference.

What islands are you going to? I've been to many of them. There is a huge amount of information on the Internet if you take the time to look. You'll find information and recommendations about restaurants and entertainment on the ship and even reviews and pictures of the individual cabins. People discuss things to see and do. Since most ships today are huge it's a good idea to learn as much as you can about the ship before you go. If you're cruising just a week, you'll spend most of the time exploring the ship and finding out what's there. All the ships have casinos and they are a great places to lose your money really fast. I have never won money on board.

 

[Weatherman2020]

You are one negative dude. Have fun, explore and see things you’ve never seen.

Yes I am one negative dude. Fun isn’t something I seek out. Very little of what I want to see in the world is outside the USA. None is in the Caribbean.

See a doctor. You’re Abby Normal.

 

[Anathema]

Whatever sinks your boat is fine with me. As an ugly American I suspect anything you wear or do or say will be sufficient to insult the American citizens who reside in P.R.

I actually like San Juan and Puerto Rican’s. Hell, I married one. I just have little to no use for people unwilling or unable to take care of themselves.

 

[rightwinger]

You are one negative dude. Have fun, explore and see things you’ve never seen.

Yes I am one negative dude. Fun isn’t something I seek out. Very little of what I want to see in the world is outside the USA. None is in the Caribbean.

I guess you’ll show them!

 

[rightwinger]

Whatever sinks your boat is fine with me. As an ugly American I suspect anything you wear or do or say will be sufficient to insult the American citizens who reside in P.R.

I actually like San Juan and Puerto Rican’s. Hell, I married one. I just have little to no use for people unwilling or unable to take care of themselves.

Moro Castle is cool, so is Old Town San Juan

Short walk from the piers

 

[Anathema]

I guess you’ll show them!

Not about that. I’m not here to insult anyone, but I’m not gonna spend my time somewhere I’m not going to enjoy.

 

[Flopper]

My better half and I decided last night we're gonna do it all in one shot, get married, have vacation, honeymoon, etc on one of those Sandals Resort all-inclusive deals. 16 days. Just haven't decided which Island we wanna go to yet.

I was just kiding about the red head behind the bar, cruises are fun, you'll find something to do, guaranteed.

My son did Sandals on his honeymoon. I think they were in DR. The resort was fine, he said, but they were disappointed that they didn't get to see any of the country. As soon as you stepped off the resort, the place was total ghetto and the kids begging and stealing were like blackflies.
Expect to stay on the resort.

Unfortunately, that's the way it is on a number islands. So you buy an all inclusive vacation in a walled compound with a beautiful beach and the resort brings the entertainment, food, and tours to you. I've stayed in Kingston, and I'll would never do it again.

 

[Anathema]

El Moro Castle is cool, so is Old Town San Juan

Short walk from the piers

Yep. Great food too. We spent a day there while visiting my wife’s family down there a couple years ago. That’s the one stop wher we will spend the day exploring.

 

[Weatherman2020]

I guess you’ll show them!

Not about that. I’m not here to insult anyone, but I’m not gonna spend my time somewhere I’m not going to enjoy.

There’s no place in the world I don’t want to see or go back to. 19 nations, God willing 190 more.

 

[Anathema]

What islands are you going to? I've been to many of them. There is a huge amount of information on the Internet if you take the time to look. You'll find information and recommendations about restaurants and entertainment on the ship and even reviews and pictures of the individual cabins. People discuss things to see and do. Since most ships today are huge it's a good idea to learn as much as you can about the ship before you go. If you're cruising just a week, you'll spend most of the time exploring the ship and finding out what's there. All the ships have casinos and they are a great places to lose your money really fast. I have never won money on board.

Puerto Rico, St Thomas, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, and Bahamas plus two days at sea.

I found some info on the onboard ammenities earlier tonight. I’ll keep searching and try to get some more info from AAA, who we used to book the cruise.

 

[Anathema]

There’s no place in the world I don’t want to see or go back to. 19 nations, God willing 190 more.

Great goal. Good luck with that. I’m still working on about 20 of the 50 US States I need to get to.

 

[Flopper]

If you want to spend all your time on ship, there is usually a movie theater that's good for a few hours plus there are usually a few activities such as bingo or some other group participation entertainment. You could always get on WiFI and connect to USMB and tell us how terrible these places are.

If I were you, I would take one of the tours of the area in each port because there's not a lot to do on ship while in port. I've found Celebrity tours are comfortable, informative, and at times a lot of fun. Also meal service when in port is not as good as when you are at sea. If you arrive at your destination in the morning most people leave the ship early and as many tours are only 2 to 4 hours most people will be back on board long before the ship sails so it will start to liven up hours before sailing. I've stayed on board at ports and it's kind of depressing. Even if you just walk off ship, take a few pictures and wander around a bit, you will it enjoy it must more.

We are getting the WiFi package since my wife will want to post 6,000,000 photos on Facebook every night.

I might walk to the end of the gangway then back onboard, but it won’t be more than thst. It’s as much for the safety,l and mental health of the locals as my own. I AM thst grumpy, unpleasant Anerican that most foreigners don’t enjoy being around

Believe me, these foreigners will greet you with open arms because they live off the tourist trade. It's usually very safe in the area around the big ships. However, there usually are a lot of street vendors and people selling tours. If you decide to take a tour, I would arrange it on board. It might be a bit more money but they will delivery what they advertise and you'll get back on board on time.

 

[rightwinger]

I guess you’ll show them!

Not about that. I’m not here to insult anyone, but I’m not gonna spend my time somewhere I’m not going to enjoy.

What is not to enjoy about sitting on a beach on a tropical island with Chrystal blue waters ?

 

[Flopper]

What islands are you going to? I've been to many of them. There is a huge amount of information on the Internet if you take the time to look. You'll find information and recommendations about restaurants and entertainment on the ship and even reviews and pictures of the individual cabins. People discuss things to see and do. Since most ships today are huge it's a good idea to learn as much as you can about the ship before you go. If you're cruising just a week, you'll spend most of the time exploring the ship and finding out what's there. All the ships have casinos and they are a great places to lose your money really fast. I have never won money on board.

Puerto Rico, St Thomas, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, and Bahamas plus two days at sea.

I found some info on the onboard ammenities earlier tonight. I’ll keep searching and try to get some more info from AAA, who we used to book the cruise.

I personally didn't like San Juan that much. It was just too crowed and too American. St. Thomas is the place to shop. Your wife will probably love it. Mine maxed out a credit card there. I don't remember any great bargains. One standout at St. Thomas is taking a cab or tour up the mountain. It doesn't take long and the view from the top, you'll will never forget.

 

[Flopper]

Last fall my wife talked me into booking an Eastern Caribbean cruise to celebrate our fifth wedding anniversary this coming July. We are doing this with another couple who are also first time cruisers.

For those who don’t know me, I hate to travel and have no interest in visiting foreign countries; so my intent is to spend my time aboard the ship after we make our initial stop in San Juan PR.

What should I be looking to do to pass the time aboard ship while my wife and the other couple are out galavanting? Any suggestions on things to see or avoid? We are on one of the Celebrity brand cruises if thst makes a difference.

One more tip. If you have a tenancy to get sea sick, I would ask my doctor for a prescription for some Scopolamine Transdermal patches. Believe me, spending most of your time on ship throwing up while your cruise mates are out eating and drinking is torture. The patches work a lot better than Dramamine/

 

[22lcidw]

I guess you’ll show them!

Not about that. I’m not here to insult anyone, but I’m not gonna spend my time somewhere I’m not going to enjoy.

You do what you enjoy. I have taken several cruises from Florida all of them 3 to 5 days and trying to find bargains. All with Carnival or Royal Caribbean. Celebrity may be a bit higher in cost. If you do not like the ports for excursions you may be able to walk off the ship for a couple of hours and visit the stores close by or if there is a beach right there. Remember this. When you are at a port. Many people are off the ship and you get to use more of the ship for your self. The weather is warm and you sit and drink watching the sites go by on the ship can be relaxing. I do not know you. Carnival is a more economical cruise line and Royal is slightly more expensive then them but you can find good deals for future considerations. Under the North American Agreement for tourists you do not need a passport. You do need an original birth certificate to replace it. If you like to drink and relax there are other options. And 3 day cruises are more likely to be party because they are nearer to the weekends. Nassau and Cozumel are stops that are near mandatory in their cruise destinations. Is Celebrity more subdued as being relaxed to party? I do not know where you are from. So coming from a distance is a consideration. Study it and look it up. For the ships you can get for value. Including cabins. Different times of the year reduces prices or maximizes prices. Enjoy your cruise.