> First time poster here so please bear with me. I am going on my first cruise
> thru Carnival this January. I am going to the Bahamas. The boat is the
> Sensation. The ship leaves on Sunday and comes back on Thursday. It will
> just be me traveling.
>
> The ports I am going to first is Freeport from 8 am to 5 pm than the next
> day. The boat spends 24 hours in Nassau than back to Port Canaveral.
>
> I also have a few questions about the rooms. I am on the Rivera deck with
> unassigned stateroom. My agent said I will more likely get upgraded with
> all the deals going on.
>
> How big are the bathrooms for example? I am a big guy standing over 6 ft
> and football player build. Need some room if you get my drift ;-). Same
> for the shower. Do they provide descent amenities ( soap, shampoo ) or
> should I really being my own?
>
> What is the best sitting times for eating? Is there a good restaurant on
> board that anybody can share some experiences with me? I see cruise critic
> talking about a few but I like to hear about some personal experiences
> please? Also I am not a drinker.
>
> Is there a site that I can go to that can tell me the do's and don'ts of
> cruising. I know about cruise critic is that the best one or is there a
> better one.
>
> I did scan the group but did not see any post talking about this ship or the
> destinations I am going to. Thanks in advance
>
> On the boat are there any in house excursions to avoid that are not worth it
> such as lets' say the spa. Or anything else that is definitely should be
> avoided
>
> Also I am a big bottle water drinker. Will they let me bring a big cooler
> and a couple cases of water with me?
>
>
>
>
>
> Below are the shore excursion I am interested in at Freeport. Looking for
> some feed back on them please?
>
> Bahamas Jeep Adventure
> See the best of the vibrant Grand Bahama Island in this adventurous jeep
> tour.
>
> Discover Scuba Diving
> Learn the fundamentals of scuba diving as you experience your first dive
> in the waters of Freeport.
>
> Dolphin Close Encounter
> Take this opportunity to experience an amazing close encounter with
> Dolphins.
>
> Freeport Island Tour
> Take this opportunity to explore the Island of Freeport in the heart of
> the Bahamas.
>
> Freeport Snorkel Tour
> Spend a day in the sun over one of the many pristine reefs snorkeling off
> Lucaya Beach.
>
> Glass Bottom Boat
> Visit the shallow coral reefs off Grand Bahama Island aboard a
> custom-built 60ft double-deck glass bottom boat named the "Ocean Wonder."
> I am going on this go this for free.
>
> Grand Bahama Coastal Cruise & Shopping Tour
> Take a fantastic coastline cruise to the Port Lucaya Marketplace.
>
> Junkanoo Beach Party
> Sand, surf and a whole lot of fun in the sun await you at Junkanoo Beach
> Club.
>
> Open Ocean Dolphin Swim
> Don't miss this once in-a-lifetime experience to swim with the dolphins in
> the open ocean.
>
> Peterson Cay Kayak & Snorkel Tour
> Explore the natural beauty of Freeport on this multi-activity excursion.
>
> Sailing & Snorkeling Tour
> Relax and enjoy the tranquility of sailing along the Lucayan shores.
>
> Sea Safari Snorkeling
> Snorkeling, rock climbing and a waterslide - this floating fun machine has
> it all!
>
> Swim with the Dolphins
> See how remarkably intelligent and friendly dolphins can be when you take
> a swim with them!
>
>
> Than at Nassau which I get to spend 24 hours. Here are there excursions for
> Nassau.
>
>
> Ardastra Gardens & City Tour
> The Ardastra Gardens, Zoo and Conservation Center is part jungle, part
> garden and home to hundreds of mammals, birds and reptiles. I am
> going here definitely
>
>
> Blackbeard's Beach Break
> Named after the infamous pirate, Blackbeard's Cay features fun for the
> whole family.
>
> Blackbeard's Deluxe
> Sit back and relax on a scenic 25-minute boat ride through Nassau Harbor
> to the private island of Blackbeard's Cay.
>
> Blackbeard's Treasure Beach Snorkeling Tour
> Live the "pirate life" for a day as you search for treasure and relax in a
> private island oasis.
>
> Catamaran Snorkel
> Experience the marvelous underwater kingdom and all its incredible
> inhabitants.
>
> Discover Atlantis & Historical Harbor Cruise
> Discover Nassau, the capital city as well as the cultural, commercial and
> financial heart of the Bahamas.
>
> Dolphin Encounter at Blue Lagoon
> Experience first hand some of the ways these amazing creatures are so
> fascinating.
>
> Dolphin Swim at Blue Lagoon
> Don't miss this amazing opportunity to swim with a dolphin!
>
> Glass Bottom Boat
> See everything a scuba diver sees without getting wet.
>
> Historical Highlights Tour
> If you are interested in the sights and history of the most famous Port in
> the Bahamas this is your excursion.
>
> Pirates of Nassau & Historical Highlights Tour
> David Cordingly, world pirate authority, describes this tour as "The best
> pirate attraction in the world."
>
> Power Snorkel
> Explore Nassau's underwater world as you glide through the water in your
> own power scooter.
>
> See Nassau the Fun Way on a Segway!
> Discover the sights and sounds of Nassau while riding your own human
> transport vehicle.
>
> Stingray Adventure & Beach Break
> Meet the Atlantic Southern Stingrays, the guardians of Blackbeard's
> treasure.
>
> Tiki Island Snorkeling Safari
> Board the Tiki Island triple deck floating island boat and discover
> Nassau's colorful marine life.
>
> Tiki Island Treasure Hunt Snorkeling Safari
> Search for real pearl oysters and Bahamian conch shells underwater, relax
> at the beach and half the fun is getting there!
>
> Yellowbird Party Boat
> You have to experience this legendary party cruise that takes place off
> the coast of the Bahamian islands.
>
>
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