Carnival Glory Shore Excursions--Eastern Caribbean

[Oliver]

Hi, I was wondering if anyone could recommend their favorite shore excursions for St. Thomas/St. John, Bahamas, and St. Martin? I am the adventuress type, so I would appreciate any feedback. Thanks!![/b]

[rita]

When are you going, we are going 3/6/04, if yours is later I will send you some info when we get back.
rita

[cruisemom2]

If you like to snorkel, St. Thomas has some great spots -- Coki Beach is one place that has very good snorkeling. Trunk Bay on St. John is also good for snorkeling, and has a beautiful beach. You can book a tour through your ship or you can catch a taxi (and then a ferry if you decide on St. John). . If you like party boats, the Kon Tiki is a lot of fun.

In St. Maarten, I'd just take a taxi to Orient Beach, my favorite beach on earth. The sand and water there are absolutely gorgeous! Don't miss shopping at the Guavaberry Emporium in Phillipsburg. They give out free drink samples while you shop, and the guavaberry liqueur is wonderful.

[achase1057]

First of all, Nassau is the pits. Although the water is beautiful the on shore excursions are a a waste of money. Snorkeling with the stingrays was a waste money. The stingrays are in a fenced-in beach area, which takes approximately 45 minutes to get to (the last fifteen on foot). . As to Nassau your best shot is just to go on a walking tour. As to St. Thomas, it is hardly in any better condition than Nassau. Both of these places are poverty stricken. The scenery is beautiful; but under no circumstances should you take a tour bus/pick-up truck called "Best of St. Thomas." All it consists of is the driver taking you from outdoor market (hats, t-shirts, etc.) to outdoor market, stopping and thereby compelling you to mill about by default for 15-20 minutes, before he cranks up to take you to the next one. It is a wasted 3 hours. The trips to the beaches with snorkeling are OK but crowded. St. Maarten/Martin is to die for, however. Be sure to go to Orient beach; and be sure to take the Golden Eagle catamaran ride. It is great fun and a highight.