4-Day Cruise (06/16/02) Question

[we3luvdisney]

We are booked for a 4-day cruise (06/16/02), with stops in Nassau and Freeport.

I use to live in the U.S. Virgin Islands for many years and really do not desire to get off the boat at either location. However, DW and DD would like to get off at one of the locations, while staying on the boat at the other location so we can use the pools while they are not crowded. I would like to know which stop would be best. We have no desire to see Atlantis. Is there anything else to see/do in Nassau? Which stop is the best to get off?

Thanks in advance.

[NewtoWDW]

I am going in a couple weeks. I have booked the Blue Lagoon Beach Day in Nassau. I haven't done it yet so I hate to recommend it but, I've heard that it is really a nice beach and a good excursion for families to do. Good Luck and Happy Sailing

[Lavne]

My opinion, based on our cruise in November 2000 with the same itinerary, would be to get off in Nassau. There's enough to see of the island within walking distance and for free (unless you buy stuff) that we felt like we saw it. We walked around the blocks just off the docking area and saw the pink government buildings, straw market, even walked up to the Queen's Staircase and looked over the area from Fort Fincastle.

Things may have changed by now, but when we cruised there wasn't really anything you could do or see in Freeport without taking a taxi a fair distance from where the ship docked. I believe there were a few small shops right there, but it was mostly an industrial area. It held no attraction for us, so we stayed on the ship and caught some rays!

Whatever you decide, enjoy!

[taswira]

There are some other things in Nassau, if they are still there. Ardastra Gardens and Center in West Bay has flamingos parading around the lush five-acre grounds. The daily "flamingo march" takes place at about 11am, 2pm and 4pm. They also have tame boa constrictors, macaws, peacocks and monkeys. Adults are $12 and children are $6. The Pirates of Nassau museum at King & George Streets recreates the times when the Bahamas gained notoriety as a haven for pirates, with a walk through a genuine pirate ship where actors assume the roles of pirates, gangplank victims and everyday citizens. Adults $12, children $6 (2 free children per adult). The Albert Lowe Museum (Adults $3, Child $2) depicts the hardships endured to change the tropical jungle into a thriving travel destination. The simple, beautifully restored home also features several of artist Albert Lowe's model ships. Chez Willie on West Bay St. is a romantic, elegant French/Bahamian restaurant. Jacket is suggested and reservations are highly recommended by calling 242-322-5364.

[cruisnfamily]

What is "DCL cruise college cruise" as indicated at the bottom of your post?

[taswira]

It was a DCL cruise combined with onboard seminars for a small group of independent travel agents. It included instruction by someone from Disney on all Disney vacation and cruise products.