mjm325 Posted April 10, 2011 #26 Share Posted April 10, 2011 did they have any umbrella's available? My DH will only go to a beach if he can be in shade 100%... a fair-skinned Irish guy can only take so much sun ;) thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbfgator Posted April 10, 2011 #27 Share Posted April 10, 2011 This turned out to be a super excursion after all :). We got loaded into our jeeps - drove to Punta Sur and there is a beautiful shore line that you drive along - went to see the crocs and then to the lighthouse...not far past that is the beach stop with hammocks in the shade and chairs in the sun. Of course, you could always take your chair over by the hammocks if you wanted. There's a bar with packaged snacks, showers & rest rooms. The snorkelling is not excellent IMHO but it's good enough. Then after an hour'ish+ it seemed, back into the jeeps to a resort near the pier for a mexican lunch. You walk back to the ship from there. Hope that helps everyone - we were a party of 5 and we all thoroughly enjoyed this excursion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bsbcgirl Posted April 11, 2011 #28 Share Posted April 11, 2011 What jeeps? The Chukka Beach Break transportation is via a bus. Is this a different excursion that you are describing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbfgator Posted April 11, 2011 #29 Share Posted April 11, 2011 Oh darn, I am so red faced...just got back and stupid :). Yes yes yes you are right - sorry folks I was describing a jeep/snorkel excursion on Cozumel. So sorry. But we did do Chuka Beach Break in Falmouth also. Loved it! Nice beach, short transport, shade if you want it, adequate lunch and extremely friendly staff. In fact, this was my favorite stop on the cruise...not crowded at all and just peaceful. Sorry for the other post, hope everyone is not totally confused!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cr8z4cruzn Posted April 12, 2011 #30 Share Posted April 12, 2011 LOL...Thanks so much for clearing that up. I kinda figured you weren't talking about Falmouth, when you mentioned the 'mexican lunch'. Glad you enjoyed both ports! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
will773 Posted April 14, 2011 #31 Share Posted April 14, 2011 Oh darn, I am so red faced...just got back and stupid :).Yes yes yes you are right - sorry folks I was describing a jeep/snorkel excursion on Cozumel. So sorry. But we did do Chuka Beach Break in Falmouth also. Loved it! Nice beach, short transport, shade if you want it, adequate lunch and extremely friendly staff. In fact, this was my favorite stop on the cruise...not crowded at all and just peaceful. Sorry for the other post, hope everyone is not totally confused!!! Haha, thanks for the clarification! Seriously considering this excursion for next week. I'm assuming you would recommend it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacksmom09 Posted April 14, 2011 #32 Share Posted April 14, 2011 Any other reviews?:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbfgator Posted April 14, 2011 #33 Share Posted April 14, 2011 Will - Yes I would recommend if you want a secluded type beach without a lot of toys. You can walk down the beach a ways for banana boat rides & wave runners...at least that day you could. There are only noodles & mats at the Chukka Beach facility. Tamika was the girl in charge that day, she was very friendly & accomodating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChickonRules Posted April 18, 2011 #34 Share Posted April 18, 2011 1. Does only RCI offer this excursion? Is there another place we can book this excursion for a cheaper price? 2. Is this a popular excursion where it would be sold out? Like was your bus full and lots of RCI people there? We don't like it when it's too empty or quiet. 3. Where exactly is Chukka Beach? Is it even in Falmouth? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bsbcgirl Posted April 18, 2011 #35 Share Posted April 18, 2011 1. Does only RCI offer this excursion? Is there another place we can book this excursion for a cheaper price? Our bus was full with just RCI people. Don't know with regards to booking elsewhere for a cheaper price. I did feel that the price was reasonable, however. 2. Is this a popular excursion where it would be sold out? Like was your bus full and lots of RCI people there? We don't like it when it's too empty or quiet. It did sell out, but not until we were on board. I feel, however, that it is now more popular with the discussion about it and the fact that more people are realizing that they need to plan ahead for Falmouth. The beach was a typical Caribbean beach. Not empty or quiet, but definitely not a party atmosphere. 3. Where exactly is Chukka Beach? Is it even in Falmouth? Don't know exactly where beach was located, but it was a short ride (15-20 min) from the pier. I don't think the beach was named "Chukka". Chukka is the name of the company that runs these Caribbean excursions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChickonRules Posted April 18, 2011 #36 Share Posted April 18, 2011 I'm not sure but is the beach called Silver Sands? https://www.mysilversands.com/content/silver_sands.aspx?sshow=silversands Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bsbcgirl Posted April 19, 2011 #37 Share Posted April 19, 2011 Don't think so. There was no gazebo and it was more remote - certainly not as built up as "Silver Sands Beach". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChickonRules Posted April 19, 2011 #38 Share Posted April 19, 2011 Aw darn it! We're trying to find a way there by ourselves because we have a lot of people in our family and we don't want to spend over a $100 just to go to a beach. Oh wait, I found this link: http://www.mysilversands.com/content/10_11_24-chukka_caribbean_adventures_falmouth_jamaica.aspx It says "For the convenience of their guests at Silver Sands villas in Jamaica, Mysilversands books these tours offered by Chukka Caribbean Adventures and also arranges safe transportation to Falmouth in comfortable vehicles." Or it could be this.... http://www.mysilversands.com/content/duncans-public-beach.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bsbcgirl Posted April 19, 2011 #39 Share Posted April 19, 2011 Sorry, it's not any of these links. All I know is that those of us who booked thru RCI on this excursion were the only ones at this beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChickonRules Posted April 19, 2011 #40 Share Posted April 19, 2011 Aw okay thanks so much for helping me in this forum! Otherwise there would no one helping me in this post :P I'm gonna keep researching and look around :) Btw you don't know the beach's name right? was there a sign or board that said "_____ Beach"? LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbfgator Posted April 19, 2011 #41 Share Posted April 19, 2011 It was either Good Hope Beach or Hope Beach...I saw a sign on the way onto the property..I'm pretty sure it was Good Hope...not to be confused with Good Hope Estate though. My friend took a pix of the sign, I'll ask her to verify for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChickonRules Posted April 20, 2011 #42 Share Posted April 20, 2011 It was either Good Hope Beach or Hope Beach...I saw a sign on the way onto the property..I'm pretty sure it was Good Hope...not to be confused with Good Hope Estate though. My friend took a pix of the sign, I'll ask her to verify for me. Okay thank you :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChickonRules Posted April 21, 2011 #43 Share Posted April 21, 2011 I just watched this video and I saw it at 1:55 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UJziUO0nu0&feature=feedu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bsbcgirl Posted April 21, 2011 #44 Share Posted April 21, 2011 That's it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChickonRules Posted April 23, 2011 #45 Share Posted April 23, 2011 YAY! Thanks for all your help :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamscckmc Posted April 27, 2011 #46 Share Posted April 27, 2011 Any drink provided for free with lunch? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bsbcgirl Posted April 27, 2011 #47 Share Posted April 27, 2011 I believe water or a punch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbfgator Posted April 28, 2011 #48 Share Posted April 28, 2011 Yep, bsbcgirl is correct - it was water or lemonade for us...but you could "purchase" other drinks as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bamboo29 Posted May 1, 2011 #49 Share Posted May 1, 2011 Previously asked, but I did not see a response. Are the use of chairs/loungers part of RCI price or does someone expect a fee or tip? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare bsbcgirl Posted May 1, 2011 #50 Share Posted May 1, 2011 bamboo29 Umbrellas? Previously asked, but I did not see a response. Are the use of chairs/loungers part of RCI price or does someone expect a fee or tip? Answer: Did not see any umbrellas. There is plenty of shade, however. The chairs/loungers are part of the RCI price. No one expected a tip when I was there in Feb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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