Travelers to Freeport on Grand Bahama Island will find that it's not as glamorous as Nassau, but is much more urban. The unusual part about landing at Freeport is that the cruise ship deposits you away from activities and attractions. A $10(USD) taxi trip for two takes you to Freeport. A branch of the Grand Bahama Tourist Board is near the docks to answer your questions.
we didn't do a shore excursion but there's a shopping area right where you get off the ship if you like buying t-shirts that sort of things I took this of my friends while we were there.
You can buy a 6 pack of Kalik and take it back for immeidate cosumpation on Carnival. We have friends who put this to the test when we were there last.
What is there to do in Freeport Bahamas? We're scheduled for a full day there on our upcoming NCL cruise, and I cannot find anything on the web.
I'd be happy with a nice beach with chairs for rent and maybe an umbrella and snackbar.
So, tell me whats there?
Ruth: I have been to Freeport many times over the past 25 years and until about 5 years ago, there was much to do there. Unfortunately one of the largest attractions there, the old Princess Hotel and Casino, was sold and then closed and there is not a great deal to do in Freeport. This closing had a huge impact on the economy of Grand Bahama.
If you want a beach day, check with the Westin and/or Sheraton at Port Lucaya--they sometimes offer day passes and their facilities are about the best on the island. Some cruise ship passengers go to Taino Beach but I have never been a fan of it--somewhat desolate and you must make arrangements with taxi driver to be picked up since it is in the middle of nowhere.
There are shops and restaurants at Port Lucaya--some of the restaurants are great for lunch(my favorite is the little Greek place) but the shops are just your typical touristy things. There is a Columbian Emeralds and I have managed to get a few good deals there over the years.
Bottom line is that if you want a nice beach with bathrooms, food, etc, I would check with the hotels I mentioned.
Ruth: I have been to Freeport many times over the past 25 years and until about 5 years ago, there was much to do there. Unfortunately one of the largest attractions there, the old Princess Hotel and Casino, was sold and then closed and there is not a great deal to do in Freeport. This closing had a huge impact on the economy of Grand Bahama.
If you want a beach day, check with the Westin and/or Sheraton at Port Lucaya--they sometimes offer day passes and their facilities are about the best on the island. Some cruise ship passengers go to Taino Beach but I have never been a fan of it--somewhat desolate and you must make arrangements with taxi driver to be picked up since it is in the middle of nowhere.
There are shops and restaurants at Port Lucaya--some of the restaurants are great for lunch(my favorite is the little Greek place) but the shops are just your typical touristy things. There is a Columbian Emeralds and I have managed to get a few good deals there over the years.
Bottom line is that if you want a nice beach with bathrooms, food, etc, I would check with the hotels I mentioned.
Hope this is helpful,
Bettie
We have stayed at the Princess Hotel and loved it. I was surprised that it was closed. I also did not realize that this one hotel that was not even beach front would have that much of a impact. I am not saying I do not believe it because I d. I am just saying that my thought process never went that way. Grand Bahamas is so different and not touristy at all.
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