I am trying to have a comprehensive budget.

[Mommb]

Thank you for reminding me. I need to talk to husband about this option so it isn't a day of decisions. We don't plan to cruise again within 2 years however may feel differently after the experience.

If you can spare the $250 cost, buying a placeholder is reasonable even if you’re not sure you’ll use it, since the deposit is fully refundable if you determine you definitely won’t cruise again with DCL before it expires.

 

[LorrieAnn5]

You can bring your own snorkeling gear, at least I know it's allowed on CC, I assume it's the same for LP.
I got free snorkeling gear in my local Buy Nothing. Even if you need to check a bigger suitcase that might be cheaper than renting.

 

[Skippyboo]

You can bring your own snorkeling gear, at least I know it's allowed on CC, I assume it's the same for LP.
I got free snorkeling gear in my local Buy Nothing. Even if you need to check a bigger suitcase that might be cheaper than renting.

Definitely can bring your own snorkeling gear. You just have to pick up a snorkel vest from where they rent the gear. I don’t believe they charge for that. Lookout has more waves that what castaway normally has. It’s the Atlantic and there’s no barrier like there is on castaway.

 

[Grandma4ever]

We have our own gear that we bring. They require that you wear a vest for safety reasons. That way the guards can more easily see you in the water. You are not required to blow the vest up however might be a good idea for the little ones. There is no charge for the use of the vest at least we were not charged this past November.