Grand Bahama Island Travel Forum

I am coming to Freeport on a cruise ship 7/15/09 at 8am.
What is my most "economical" means of transporation?
I have to get from the port to Superior Watersports-Port Lucaya Marina by 9:00am.

Thanks, Shelley

I just booked a trip for my boyfriend and I to go to Grand Bahama Island in early January. What is the average temperature that time of year for that particular island? I've been told that since it's one of the northernmost points of the Bahama island chain that it can be kind of chilly...We're from Minneapolis, Minnesota so anything beats 20 below zero but I would like to know what to expect as far as air and water temp. Thanks.

I'm flying into Ft. Lauderdale during Labor day and I want to know if my best option to get to the Bahamas is to take the Discovery Cruise over to the island? If not, what are the best options. I will be traveling alone so what are the best hotels to stay at once I arrive in the Bahamas. What are my travel options to get to the hotel from the port?

Thanks,
TU

I've read there are cheap busses that run all over the island. I'd like to check out the less touristy places, like the e. end, lucaya nat. park, gold Rock & Barbary beach. I'll be a single female traveling alone. Is this safe? If so, do the busses go to these places?

My friend and I are headed out to Grand Bahama Island in June and I was wondering if you could let me know the best ( and safest) places for two 25 year old girls to meet some fun people and have some fun on the island. I have been reading some of the reviews and I am seeing that the nightlife is not the greatest compared to the other islands and I was wondering if you had any good tips or places you could suggest. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated ! Thanks, char

We will be traveling to the Westin Our Lucaya Resort for New Year´s Eve, is ti a good time to go or will it be cold? should we expect rain?
Many thanks.

We will be traveling to the Westin Our Lucaya Resort for New Year´s Eve, is ti a good time to go or will it be cold? should we expect rain?
Many thanks.

We will be traveling to the Westin Our Lucaya Resort for New Year´s Eve, is ti a good time to go or will it be cold? should we expect rain?
Many thanks.

We are going to be on Grand Bahams Island for New Years Eve. Does anyone have any suggestions on where to go, what to do, etc, for that evening?

What are some alternate ways to get from Continental US to GBI? Boat? My daughter is getting married there and I have to transport my whole family there so I am looking for the least costly way to do it. TIA

Maggie

I have been to Grand Bahama twice through Discovery cruise and between the parking, the early morning rush, and the long boat ride I need a change. Does anyone know of any other cruise lines that operate in August that run on a saturday? I'm pretty sure that Bahama Florida Express does not exist any more. I read that the Cloud X out of Palm Beach is discontinuing operation and also Fred Olsen does not operate anymore as well. I prefer to leave from Fort Lauderdale, however if there is anything better I would love to know!

We are planning to travel to the Grand Bahamas in mid August. I've been reading alot about the weather, and i am still abit confused. Is it recommended to visit during this time, and should we expect rain or even hurricane weather??

when is the best and worst times to travel to grand bahama island, weather wise? Is the island palms resort a good place to stay?

NEED HELP! I don't want to stay at an all inclusive but it seems that is all there is. I would like to stay in the Lucaya area. I want to be on the beach. I don't want to spend a fortune on the hotel, but I would like a nice room for about $130.00 per night. Then again...how far am I from the local restaurants? When I eat out at home I spend between $40-$60 for a meal.
I have read about the taxes. What is a per person charge...is it a charge for extra people in the room, or is it an additional tax. Do they charge a tax to leave the island...I read that somewhere...I am not sure where. How about cabs...are they as expensive as I have read in reviews?
How did the hotels fare this year during hurricane season? Is everything up and running or is it slow in coming back to life?
THANKS IN ADVANCE!

Hello, we are going to the Viva Fortuna Beach over x-mas. We are a little scared after all the reviews, especially about the rooms since some of them seem to be nice but others really crapy with mold etc. We've booked a garden view room. Can anyone tell me which rooms are the nicer ones??? I guess some have been renewed and others haven't.

Thanks

Michelle

Can anyone suggest the name of a budget airline (eg like JetBlue or SouthWest) that fly from any New York airport to Grand Bahama? We're after a return flight leaving NYC on 27th March and returning 1st April. Not particurly fussed about where in the Caribbean we go, but some of the hotels on GB look quite good.

Many thanks

Looking for a company who provides ferry boat/scheduled boat service between florida and Grand Bahama Island.!!! My sister wont fly!!!!!!!Bummer huh...Anyway is there any one out there who knows of anyone/ or company providiing boat service to GBI from Jacksonville, Miami or any port along easter florida coast. Thank You..
Jim Miller, USAF Retired
San Antonio Tex
210 496 5337
jsmiller@swbell.net

Can't find any good maps to figure this out so can someone tell me, is the Lucayan Harbour where the cruise ships dock and Port Lucaya, a marina, in the same place? Are they the same port with 2 names? Or, are they in two totally different locations? I will be visiting for the 1st time and am trying to figure out exactly where I'll be and what there will be to do there. Thank you!!

I'm taking a 1 day cruise to Freeport from FL....is there anything to do in walking distance from the Lucayan Harbour? Any beaches? Or, do I have to take a taxi? Also, if I do take a taxi somewhere, can I schedule a taxi pick up for later to take me back to the harbour? On some islands, the taxi drivers won't do that so I was wondering. Thank you!

HAS ANYONE STAYED AT THE FLAMINGO BAY HOTEL?
WHAT IS THE QUALITY OF THE ROOMS AND THE HOTEL OVERALL?
I WILL BE VISITING GBI THE FIRST WEEK OF OCTOBER FOR THE FIRST TIME! IS THAT A GOOD TIME TO GO?
WHAT INTERESTING ACTIVITES SHOULD MY BOYFRIEND AND I DO WHILE THERE?
ANY AND ALL ADVICE WILL HELP!
THANK YOU ALL FOR UR TIME!

Hi,

I'm staying at one of the ritz on Grand Bahama Island is it true that you must pay 100.00 on a utility fee per room?

I am due to stay there late in January in one of their newly built rooms. Because they are so new they only have artists impressions on their web site - anyone stayed and got first hand experience of the rooms or the hotel for that matter. I am looking for a total relax, so hope to find this too. I will also be travelling with my wife and one year old son - any tips here? What will the weather be like? - we are travelling from England via New York for five days, where the weather will be really really cold - I want to pack light for the Bahama part of the trip, but dont want to stand out as having too few suitable clothes - Help?

Hello,

I am trying to find information on Dundee Bay Villas in Freeport. Has anyone stayed there? What is your opinion of the property? It was recommended to us by our vacation club and we are trying to research it.

Thanks,
Kellie

Speaking of Viva Fortuna, does anyone have any opinions- experiences from this resort? I realize that it's not a 5 star hotel and I'm happy about that (not my thing), but just looking for some add'l info. I've read just about every review on Tripadvisor.com and wonder if there's anyone willing to share their experiences.

Trumpy

Hey y'all! I'm heading to GBI for Labor Day weekend -- I found a ridiculously good airfare/deal at the Our Lucaya resort that was way too good to pass up, especially from Chicago. Unfortunately, I've heard that GBI is really just an extension of Florida. If this true? Is there anything to do there that would make for a truly memorable Bahamian experience?

Cheers!
Drew

Anyone been to GB, is there much to do their?