8/17/08 Captain Jack's Repossession Repo Cruise to PC thru TPC Part 15

[justmestace]

Andrew...thanks for posting those. I've been reading books to get ideas on what to do
The one thing I've found, however, is that Disney doesn't offer nearly as many excursions as the other cruise lines seem to offer.....

 

[Andrew DEREK UK]

Port terminal area....shopping is in the row of buildings, top center...the low buildings by the orange tile

Great pictures, deleted on this post to avoid repeating too much

 

[Andrew DEREK UK]

Andrew...thanks for posting those. I've been reading books to get ideas on what to do
The one thing I've found, however, is that Disney doesn't offer nearly as many excursions as the other cruise lines seem to offer.....

Yes I noticed differences as well, for example CiCi water park isnt on these, in the Med DCL handed all trips over to one company Trumpy Tours and they orgainsed everything.

 

[GoofyontheHiSeas]

Thank you Andrew for sharing. This will be a tough decision on choosing which excursion to take at each port.

 

[goofyforlife]

Pirate ship adventure, anyone??

PICK ME PICK ME

 

[justmestace]

More....

Part of the Cabo port area....lots of private sailboats

 

[justmestace]

Los Arcos

 

[justmestace]

SHOPPING in Cabo!!

 

[justmestace]

Playa Medano....closest beach to the ship. $1 gets you a water taxi (climb into a rowboat from the pier) or $4 gets you a taxi here.

We hired a private catamaran for the day, but had to water taxi over near Playa Medano to get to the Cat. Needless to say, I took a land taxi back. Too hard to climb down into the row boat!!

 

[justmestace]

My Dh swiped the Head Server's awesome pirate hat.

 

[GoofyontheHiSeas]

All of this talk of Cabo I went snooping and found a "Los Cabo Magazine"
Los Cabo Magazine

Nice review of the beaches.

Los Cabos' Finest Beaches
From the Pure and Unspoiled, to the Wild and Crazy!

Cabo San Lucas

Solmar Beach (Playa Solmar) is great for sunbathing, walking and enjoying sunsets to the west. Water activities, however, should be avoided, due to frequent dangerous rogue waves, a steep drop-off and undertows. Access is via Avenida Solmar, right off Marina Boulevard, past the Galeon restaurant. No facilities.

Lover’s Beach (Playa del Amor) is a must-see for anyone with an ounce of romance in them. Framed by the mighty Land’s End rock formations, this beach is great for sunbathing, swimming or snorkeling. Access is via Solmar Beach, water taxi, or glass bottom boat. Caution: don’t lose wallets, keys, cameras etc. when jumping into the surf when exiting the water taxi. No facilities.

Medano Beach (Playa El Medano) has been called “party central,” “spring break beach,” “Disneyland by the sea” and more! Tan the day away in one of the hundreds of chaise lounges thoughtfully provided by one of the many restaurants, bars and beach clubs, while enjoying all the beach action. Swim, Jet Ski, catamaran, kayak or parasail. Parking is difficult, though some restaurants offer valet parking. Beach begins on the east side of the Cabo marina entrance and runs for almost two miles to the east.

Tourist Corridor

Widows Beach (Playa Las Viudas) offers the peace and tranquility many come to Baja to experience. No vendors, no crowds (often no one at all)––it’s located on a rugged mile stretch of coast with rocks, reefs, and tidal pools. Snorkel and swim when the surf permits. Access at Km. 12.5. Take the dirt road near the entrance to the Twin Dolphin Hotel. No facilities. Park at the beach.

Santa Maria Bay (Bahia Santa Maria) is a marine sanctuary loaded with tropical fish that love to be hand fed tortillas. Snorkeling in the early morning is best for underwater visibility. This little cove is nestled between two headlands, creating a feeling of intimacy and seclusion. Bring your own beach umbrella or rent it, along with other beach gear, at the entrance. It’s about a two-block hike in from the highway to the parking lot. Located at Km 13.

Chileno Bay (Bahia Chileno) is where locals love to have their family-day-at-the-beach excursions on weekends. Snooze the day away under shading palms, or snorkel or spearfish in the bay. On the weekend, be prepared for a fiesta-like ambiance, full of families and vendors selling snacks, etc. Beach gear is available for rent near the entrance by the highway. This beach has public restroom facilities (Bring your own tissue). One can take a snorkel tour boat from Cabo here or to Santa Maria Beach. A one-block walk to the beach from the highway. Located at Km. 14.5

Tequila Cove (Playa Bledito) has a man-made breakwater located in front of Hilton and Melia Cabo Real hotels. Here you can swim or rent watercraft for fun on the high seas. Melia Cabo Real and Hilton front the beach and have restaurants, bars, boutiques, delis, and other services available. Located at Km. 19.5 at the Cabo Real complex. Enter through the Melia Cabo Real or Hilton hotels.

Palmilla Beach (Playa Palmilla) is the finest beach in San Jose for swimming, snorkeling, or spending a pleasant day at the beach. A serene half-mile wide cove with coral covered rocks and reefs. There’s a panga and charter boat fishing fleet based here. Go big-game fishing or enjoy watching the pangas arrive late mornings with their catch of the day. Join the crowd of pelicans and watch the fishermen filet the fish. Some shade palapas, no facilities, good parking located close to the beach. Located off the arroyo, just outside the entrance to the One&Only Palmilla Resort. Take the Palmilla exit at Km. 27, head south to the arroyo, and turn left into the parking lot past the taxi stand.

Old Man’s Beach (Playa Acapulquito) has a perfect beginner’s and long boarder’s break located in front of the Cabo Surf Hotel. Great sunbathing and swimming (when the surf is down). Surf legend Mike Doyle’s surf school is located on the beach offering surf board and beach gear rentals. Park in the public lot at Km 27.75 east of the Palmilla exit. Enter via the tunnel under the lot.

San Jose del Cabo

Blue Coast Beach (Playa Costa Azul) is a great place to enjoy sunbathing and swimming during the winter (surf permitting). Famous local surf breaks here include Zippers for the pros and The Rock for intermediate level surfers. Convenience store and surf board rentals nearby. Located at Km 28. Go under the Costa Azul Bridge to the beach from both directions on the highway.

Hotel Beach (Playa Hotelera) is a broad beach running for several miles from Costa Azul to the San Jose Estuary. This beach area is generally unsafe for swimming due to a deep drop-off, rip tides and heavy surf with rogue waves. Great for horse riding, walking, sunbathing, volleyball, and surf fishing. Access the beach through walkways located between the Crowne Plaza and the Royal Solaris hotels, or below Plaza Garuffi (below the Mega shopping plaza).

 

[mkygrl]

SHOPPING in Cabo!!

Did someone say SHOPPING?

I'm in!


chrissie

 

[GoofyontheHiSeas]

My Dh swiped the Head Server's awesome pirate hat.

Great photo Stacey.

 

[PBader]

Anyway I don't usually share things like this but.... We had a little bit of a scare today. This morning we were doing some last minute things for a get together at our house and my Dad collapsed to the floor. Passed out, he is diabetic. We took him to the emergency room and after 6 hours of tests of all sorts, it seems that he took too much insulin which dropped his blood sugar dramatically. He's a little sore from the fall, but other than that okay, Thank God. He's been diabetic since 1984 and on insulin since 2000 and this is the first time something like this has happened.
Something good did come from this, he had all those tests that he had been reluctant to do before.


Happy Sunday everyone!!!

I am happy it wasn't anything worse.

 

[GoofyontheHiSeas]

Did someone say SHOPPING?
I'm in!
chrissie

Here is a link to a shopping area in the marina area where we disembark called Puerto Paraiso Entertainment Plaza

Directory of Activities, Restaurants, Shops, Stores and Entertainment
located inside Puerto Paraiso Entertainment Plaza.


100% Mexico Hecho a Mano - Original, unique hand made mexican art crafts. Loc. # 93 Marina Level.
@T Arrobate Comunicaciones - Telcel cellular equipment and accessories. Loc. #310.
Aegean Collection - Crystal jewelry. Puerto Paraíso, Island #5, 2nd level.
Allegra Boutique - Women’s fashion. Two locations: Loc. #83, Marina level. Loc. #46, Marina level.
Amarone - Italian Restaurant - Fine Italian cuisine. Marina Level - 1st Floor, Loc. #107.
American Pharmacy - Drugstore and Internet services in the marina. Loc #10, Marina level.
Animale - Casually elegant resort and cruise designs for women. Loc. #7, Marina level.
Aquisgram - Toys, collectables and model toys. Puerto Paraíso 1st level.
Aysha - Women accessories. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #247 2nd Level.
Azul - Women’s swimwear, t-shirts and beach accessories. Loc. #35, Marina level.
Bahías Jiromar - Post cards, Baja books and maps, dictionaries. etc. Loc. #284, 2nd level.
Baja Star - Name brand sport shoes. Puerto Paraíso, Marina level, Loc. #56 & 58.
B & B Collection - Fine selection of jewelry, gold and silver. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #9-10.
Beach Company - Surf and beach wear and accessories. Loc. #48, Marina level.
Beauty X Press - Manicure & pedicure SPA, haircut, style & express, body hair removal.
Bellalaser - Laser hair removal, facial and body treatments. Puerto Paraíso Loc. # 280 2nd level.
Burritos Chostomo - Mexican style burritos. Loc. #324, 3rd Level
Cabo Clipper - High-speed access Internet Cafe. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #335.
Cabo Hats - The Scala collection. Three locations: (1) Blvd. Marina & Madero. (2) Plaza del Mar, Loc. #13-14. (3) Puerto Paraíso, marina level, Loc. #81.
CaboStyle - Beachwear and accesories for the entire family. Four locations: (1) Puerto Paraíso Loc #17-19, Marina level. (2) Plaza Bonita. (3) Blvd Marina Loc. 9 & 10, Plaza del Sol. (4) Morelos Street.
Cabo Surf - Beachwear Billabong, O'Neil, Rip Curl, Channel Islands surfboards...
Calzedonia: Italian lingerie and swimsuits. Loc. #60B, 1st level.
Calzeture - Fine leather shoes and hand bags. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #61
Capitan Fish - Mexican seafood and steak. Loc. #245, 2nd Level
Casa del Alfarero - Exquisite examples of fine arts and crafts - Marina Level - 1st Floor, Loc.#
Cherry - Extra size women clothes and accessories.
China Express - Chinese Fast Food. Entertainment Level - 3rd Floor
Cinema Paraíso - Ten air-conditioned movie theaters. Loc. #301 & 302, 3rd level.
Costa Realty - General Los Cabos real estate. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #2, Marina level.
Cotto’s Fashion - For men and women. Loc. #254 & 256, 2nd level.
Cotton Club - Women’s apparel in cotton, linen and rayon. Marina Level - 1st Floor, Loc.#75.
Diamonds International - Jewelry, precious stones, watches. Marina Level - 1st Floor, Local #63 & #64.
Discofiesta: Music, CD’s tapes and videos. Entertainment Level - 3rd Floor, Loc #309.
Donnina - A super collection from best Italian designers. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #78, marina level.
Dos Lunas Boutique - Fashions for the Los Cabos lifestyle. Three locations: (1) Plaza Bonita Mall, Blvd. Marina; (2) Puerto Paraiso, Loc-38 Marina level; (3) Sheraton Hacienda del Mar Hotel Lobby;
El Desván - Casual clothing and accessories for men and women. Loc. #50, 1st level.
Elite Tobacco Shop - Tobacco and accessories. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #82, Marina level.
Façonnable - Casual & formal clothing for men and women. Loc. #66B, Marina level.
Fiesta Mexicana - Mexican handcrafts, specialties and gifts. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #13 and 15, Marina level.
Flexi - Nice and comfortable shoes for women and men. Puerto Paraíso 1st level.
Fruta Prohibida - Art gallery with paintings and art objects from many Mexican artists.
Frutopica - Naturally delicious healthy food.
Fullsand - Beach clothing and surfing accessories. Loc. #60A, 1st level.
Galeria de Kaki Bassi - Original art, framing and supplies. Marina Level - 1st Floor Terraza Level.
Golf Paradise - Tommy Bahama clothes and golf accessories. Loc. # 53 Marina level.
Häagen-Dazs Coffee Shop - Indulge yourself with the finest ice cream and coffee drinks. Two locations, Puerto Paraíso Loc. #1 at the Main entrance and #55 at the Marina entrance.
Habano Club - Cuban cigars, accessories and coffee. Marina Level - 1st Floor, Loc #23.
Harley Davidson Los Cabos Bar & Grill - Enjoy the best hamburgers in Cabo Loc. #40 on the marina.
Hugo Boss - Casual & formal clothing for men and women.
Jean Machine - Jeans, skirts, jackets, belts, wallets, caps, swimwear, etc. Loc. #12 & 14
Johnny Rockets - Hamburgers, milkshakes, fries, chili dogs. Loc. #109, Marina Level - 1st Floor
Kamasutra - Fine Lingerie, sensual, romance, gifts, bath, massage, etc. Loc. # 293 2nd level.
KB Chips - New Zealand-style chips & beer. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #308 Level #3.
Kenneth Cole - Casual clothing for women and men, shoes and bags. Loc. #65, 1st level.
Kid´s Paradise - Kids’ and babies’ clothing and accessories. Loc. #84, 1st level.
Krishna - Trendsetting fashion jewelry and woman accessories.
Krystal Gallery - Art gallery and accessories. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #31, 1st Level.
Lacoste - Casual clothing for women and men. Loc. #66a, 1st level.
La Crepe Parisienne - Sweet and savory crepes. , Cart, 3rd level.
La Europea Tapas & Wine - Liquor store, deli, salads and deli plates. Loc. #39B, on the marina.
La Mina de Taxco - Silver sculptures, fine jewelry and gift items. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #45, 1st level.
La Ruta de las Indias - Decorative nautical items and gifts. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #34, 1st level.
Le Best - Casual and beach clothing. T-shirts, towels, pareos, etc. Loc. #16 & 18, 1st level.
Leather House - Original leather designs. Bags, backpacks, purses, hip packs, etc. , Loc. #21, 1st level.
Little Tokio - Japanese combos, teriyaki, sushi. Puerto Paraíso, Loc. #325.
Liz Minelli - Cocktail dresses, evening gowns, shoes and accessories. Loc. #30, 1st level.
Los García Restaurant - Mexican food. Loc. #106, Marina area.
Lombok Erotic Touch - Beach clothing and accessories, Oriental and Indian style. Loc. # 253 2nd level.
Marlin Masters Sportfishing - Yacht sales, charters, fishing clothes, accessories. Loc. # 86 Marina Level.
México Lindo JoyerÍa - Jewelry in 14 and 18-karat gold and sterling silver, precious and semiprecious gems and stones, art. Six locations: (1) Puerto Paraíso Loc. #32-33 & 76.
Mi Mexico Magico - Arts and crafts, pewter, fine Talavera, blown glass, carved wood, .925 silver.
Miró Boutique - Casual and beach clothing. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #73 & 74.
Montecristo’s Treasure - Jewelry designs and watches. Repairs, Goldsmith. Loc. #87, 1st level.
Mundital - Electronics and accessories. Puerto Paraíso Loc. 316-317.
Mystique - Fine jewelry, semiprecious stones, fantasy jewelry. Puerto Paraíso 1st level Island.
Mongo Li - Mongolian-style grill. Loc. #321, 3rd Level.
Naútica - High quality men’s sportswear. Loc. #77, 1st level.
Négligé - Lingerie for women, Playtex, Channel and others. Loc. 87, 1st level.
Ocean Blue - Beach clothing and accessories. Loc. #26, 1st level.
Optikal by Sunglasses at Cabo - Sunglasses and accessories. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #8.
Pacific Blue - Beach clothing, accessories and souvenirs. Loc. # 44-A Marina Level.
Papelería Anita - Stationary store and gifts. Puerto Paraíso Loc.276-278
Paula’s Jewelry - Art and fine jewelry. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #96, 1st level.
Pazzos - Italian food, pastas, salads and pizzas. Loc. #320, 3rd Level, Food Court.
Picante Bluewater Sportfishing - Fishing charter service. Marina Level - 1st Floor, Loc.#39-A.
Pietra - Jewerly and accessories with semiprecious stones and silver. Loc #24, 1st level.
PoloCabo Homes - Real Estate. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #283 Second Level
Publicel Telcel - Cellular phone equipment and accessories. Puerto Paraíso Loc. # 281 2nd level.
Recorcholis - Video Games, bowling and snacks. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #355, 356 & 357, 3rd level.
Rogers Boots - Leather boots, belts, jackets, sombreros, handbags & accessories. Loc. #62 1st level.
Roling Life - Men's and women's clothes: OGGI Jeans, Dolce, Pawa. Loc. # 230 Second Level.
Ruth's Chris Steak House - Fine USDA PRIME cuts. Loc. #41 on the marina.
Sanrio (Hello Kitty) - Gifts & Hello Kitty accesories. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #374, 3rd level.
Scotiabank Inverlat - Banking services and ATM. Puerto Paraíso, main entrance.
Seaduction - Sea Shell Collection, Pearls and marine art. Puerto Paraíso, Island #94, 1st level.
Señor Sweets - Extraordinary temptations. On the marina side at Puerto Paraíso Loc #105.
Serdio - Casual wear. Loc. #282 Second Level.
Sergio Bustamante Galeria - Sculpture and stylish jewelry designs. Marina Level - 1st Floor
Shasa - Women clothes. Loc. #69-70, 1st level.
Si Señor - Typical Mexican food. Loc. #326 3rd level, Food Court.
Signature Art Gallery: Fine Mexican art. Marina Level - 1st Floor , Loc.#92.
Something Special - Women’s accessories. Puerto Paraíso, Island #3, 1st level.
Sr. Greenberg’s Mexicatessen - Open 24 hours. Loc. #108 Marina Level.
Stanza - (Gafas de Sol) Sunglasses and watches. Puerto Paraíso, Island #1 & 4, 1st level.
Subway - Sandwiches and salads. Loc. #322 3rd level, Food Court.
Sunglass Island - Brand Name Sunglasses. Puerto Paraíso Loc. # 43 Marina level.
Super Deli - Souvenirs, wines, candies, chips, snacks, groceries. Loc.24 1st level
Taco Inn - The original Mexican tacos. Loc. #274 Terraza level.
Tennis - Casual clothes and accessories for women and men. Loc. 159 Marina Level
The Chocolate House - Candies and chocolates. Puerto Paraíso Loc. 312-315.
The Coffee Factory: Café with mocha, cappuccino & espresso bar. Loc. #6, 1st level.
The Italian Coffee Co - Serving the finest coffees. Loc. #255 2nd level.
Tiki Lounge - Resort wear with quality brands. Marina Level - 1st Floor, Loc. #53, Marina level
Toscano - Casual and formal clothes for men. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #98-A, Marina level
Tropica Calipso Swimwear - The hottest swim shop for mix’n match separates. (1) Plaza del Sol Loc. #20-21. Phone: 143-4249. (2) Puerto Paraíso Loc. #20-22, 1st level.
Tsuki Japanese Restaurant - Japanese food, just the way you like it. Loc. #277 & 285, Terraza level.
Victorinox - Swiss Army knives. Marina Level - 1st Floor, Kiosk #2.
Vitamia - Jewelry in 14k and 18k gold, and sterling silver. Figurines in silver & gold. Loc. #3, 1st level.
ZandalZ - Fine exclusive women’s shoes. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #251 Terraza level.
Zeferina - Formal clothes for ladies, cocktail dresses, shoes and accessories. Loc. # 314 Third Level.
Zingara Swimwear - Women's swimwear and accessories. Loc. # 51 First Level.
Zurich - Watches, knifes, backpacks and kitchen accessories. Puerto Paraíso Loc. #54 First Level.

 

[PBader]

Tom....do me a favor....will you call my DH and remind him that we have our 20th anniversary coming up in October....and that he is married to the MOST wonderful (well, that's debatable, but still....) woman in the world...and that she would really, really, really love to have that???

Are you feeling a bit like Santy Claus????

 

[PBader]

I can't wait !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Love all the pics you all.

 

[disneyjunkie]

Yes they are on the small side. I can't remember how many tenders they had but it was a few (maybe 6-8) .
They were constantly going back and forth.

Thanks for posting these. I was wondering how you got from the ship into the tenders.

 

[justmestace]

Great photo Stacey.

Roger, don't you think you and my DH bear a resemblance to eachother? You could be long lost brothers...or cousins..... He does have some distant cousins somewhere in California. We've never met them.

 

[justmestace]

There is one stop that we tendered in...and now I can't remember where it was. Could have been a long time ago in Cozumel....but the tenders were tall enough that we could step directly from the ship's entrance onto the tender. And the tender boats were huge.