@@karenwebb8358 I’ve never seen them. It’s probably cheaper to bring your own! 2 trips with a rental from the cruise-line can pay for one. Before I bought one I rented one at home for peanuts I think. It was the transformer, it fold by itself! Well it drains the battery for you! But, it fold about the size of a carryon. And yes it will go through a regular cabin door! Most of the very long piers, in the Caribbean, do have a shuttle statement to get down them, some charge.
Tony, I have enjoyed your videos for a little over a year. Mainly I watch the ones where you are in your studio and sharing cruise news with us. My husband died last week, and the loneliness is overwhelming at times. At first, I couldn’t watch anything. My mind wasn’t ready for it. Then I found your videos on your excursions in Barbados, Antigua, and one other. I will never travel to these places so I enjoyed seeing them for that reason. But, perhaps the best thing was that watching your videos took my mind off my loss and gave me a few moments of distraction. Thank you for that. I guess it just goes to show that we never know how are actions will affect others.
Prayers for you during this time of loss. It is nice being a part of the Loca family and you have a place of comfort and enjoyment. I, too, enjoy these ports thru Tony.
Hang in there, it’s okay to laugh - it’s not disrespectful, you need those glimpses of sanity. Wishing you growing peace. For what it is worth, my Dad recently died and we’re still working on the grief journey too. My Mom had died about 20 years ago and Dad eventually remarried, a widow. They spent about 18 years together. So, there is hope for life again. 🙏
Hi Tony, I've been watching your channel for a long time and always really liked it but I am loving this longer version of taking us on your shore excursions. You really make me feel like I'm there. Thanks so much for your humor and your unique take on things. Happy Trails.
I just want to say you make life better Tony. You are upbeat, kind, funny and friendly. You make a good ambassador for USA. I enjoy “traveling” with you.
Yay for our friend Tony teaching THOUSANDS of people that the southern Caribbean island of Antigua is pronounced An-TEE-gah. It makes me smile because my son and DIL, in the specialty coffee business, are currently on an origin trip to Antigua (An-TEE-gwah), Guatemala. (Nothing like learning your son is in another hemisphere on social media! Ha!) Also, 1) love love love the earrings you got Jenny, and 2) thanks for the dissolve transitions in your videos. So classy and kind to the eyes and brain.
Thank you for your service. My daughter celebrates her 20th year in the Army later this year. She has been deployed 3 times, praying not a fourth. Be safe, we will keep praying for your safe return home.
Re the markings on the pier: in one of Captain Kate's videos she mentioned that they use those to position the different ships correctly for mooring at the pier. When she has the bridge wing lined up directly over the marker they're in the right position.
Copy right music sing over made me laugh so hard!! Your voice was good but the sing over made me laugh instead of just going to the next subject!! lol love your vids!!
On my birthday in Antigua, we swam with Stingrays. Right in the open ocean, not at a facility. It was amazing! One of my favourite excursions ever! It was called Stingray City.
I miss Jenny! I can’t imagine going on a cruise without my Jackie. I’d be way too lonely without my split apart! Thanks for bringing us along Tony, hope we kept you company.
None of that casino, shops, giant complex, etc, was there back in the 1970s. I went there on a P&O cruise in the clearly 70s, long before a big hurricane flattened the island. All the palm trees blew down flat. It's since been replanted, rebuilt, and modernised to what it's like now. The island back in the 70s was more natural, with more flora and fauna, and way less people. It's interesting to see it nowadays. Thanks for showing us. Xxxx
Tony, thank you sooo much for letting us be part of your adventures. It s really opened my eyes to what my husband and I are missing. Our first cruise is scheduled for Nov 26th 6 days on Carinval Dream to Belize, Costa Maya, Cozumel. We can't wait.
I hope it's wonderful. I was on the carnival dream. It was a great ship. The entertainment was pretty good. The food choices were good. I think you'll have a wonderful time
Daris!!!! We were on the Carnival Pride in March and Daris took excellent care of us-he’s the best!!👏😀. It was so nice to see his face. I always enjoy watching your videos!
Thank you for the new video, Tony. Appreciate you showing us around the harbour area, a great wee visit. Made me smile seeing the ships, the blue water and the brightly painted buildings, all bathed in the sunshine. Keep on enjoying your adventures.
We did the Chris Cross tour last time we were there. It's a husband and wife team and both are named Chris. They take you around the island and show you all the beaches. They are located just outside the cruise port with the other people offering excursions. We had an awesome time as they are very funny.
Tony, want you to know I have really enjoyed the last videos of you enjoying the ports. It's been a lot of fun as I have been to all of them and recognize a lot of the areas. It's like going on a cruise with ya! Thanks Tony!
You look great Tony since you had the thyroid removed, great Antiqua video. My first cruise was April 1990 Carnival Fantasy great ship, I understand it was your first cruise ship as well on the Fantasy . Keep up the good work. I like Carnival ships for the food, I also love Royal Caribbean Oasis and Odyssey for their broadway shows. Looking forward for another great video. Take care and enjoy the rest of your cruise
When we were in Antigua, we did an excursion...our guide mentioned that the port is new and man-made and the vendors mall are all the original shops, the ones just off the ship are all new...the plantains you had for your lunch looked really yummy! And can't wait to see Jenny B in her new earrings!!🐟🐟👍
Tony, thank you very much for sharing so much of what you're doing on this cruise. I know it's "work," 😊 but we're living that cruise life vicariously through you.
Thank you for giving me a little look at one of the ports we will be visiting next February. Always fun to see a bit of somewhere we have never been. Hope the rest of your cruise is as much fun.
Antigua is one of my favorite islands for the beaches. We just stopped on our cruise here recently and did shopping and hung out at the bar by the water great vibes
I enjoy your insights and trip tours. My husband and I cruise every couple of years, but I enjoy dreaming about the next cruise on the in between times. Glad for your show.
loved the video, esp. song sweet caroline. our dad's fav song when we daughters danced with him. he is gone now but the memories bring happy smiles. thanks for giving me a smile today.
Great Job Tony !! You are showing just what I want to see , makes me feel like I am experiencing just what you are, that makes what you are showing me is exciting !! This is what you need to do in every port !! Great Job !!!
Yes, there is food, drink, and shopping not far from the cruise ship. What Antigua calls a casino is sad. Diamond's International is always in a prominent location in the Caribbean. The area looks a little different. I see they don't have the raised wooden sidewalks. My wife would love the Belgian waffle place. Where the ships dock they have some shopping areas with eateries near the ship. About 1/2 block away from the ship. Am subscribed and did hit the like button.
Thanks for your video. Tony was very informative and we love watching you walk around these ports Tony on the prowl that was my husband. Just make sure you sunblock drink plenty of water and rest and stay out of the sun and you sound very good. Miss Jenny. Take care.🥰🛳️🦩🛟⚓️❤️
I am still enjoying these port videos. I don’t get sick on the ship, but sometimes I get a little motion sick watching these videos because I get so into them. I guess I love the earrings for Jenny. They will look really nice on her. Thank you for sharing with us.
Went to Sandals Antigua for my honeymoon years ago and loved it. The residents truly understand that tourism is their entire economy, and are so very kind (and you are so very safe there). They took my ex-wife and I to a barbeque that was 98% residents and fed us for free! We actually stayed in one of the huts that was later used in an episode of The Sopranos, and the only reason I know that is because ours (we being the only legit honeymooners there) the unit closest to the water. We could throw a rock and land it in the ocean.
Hi Tony, I'm glad you've been enjoying your cruise, including the ABC islands. This is the first time I've seen them through someone else. Thanks. Hope Jenny B. enjoys her new earrings.
Good job on Antigua. Thank you for taping the departure in Antigue. Great island which has 365 beaches. A beach for each day. Keep on Tony. Be careful with your health. Those docks are long.
I watched your live show last night. Tony you work so hard on these Vloggs and the Cruise News too. I appreciate you keeping us informed and entertained. Even though you are travelling solo, you are not alone. We are right there with you. Love from Canada 🇨🇦❤.
We were just on the Rotterdam in the Caribbean and sitting outside on the back deck I heard some familiar music. It was the La Lido Loca theme music😊 your fans are everywhere.
Tony, I know you like feedback for the channel. I have really enjoyed your excursion videos. I like the news, but I miss this type of video from you and other creators these days. Not looking for hour long ship tours, but these port stop videos have been great! Thanks for the content creation!
Like the Spirit Class, I think the Jewel Class...are nice sizes for a person who can not afford or chooses more travel for same dollar amt. with mass market and premium yet wants this size and some little luxury offerings of Crystal type line and the next general physical size up is this 85 to 95 appx ton size...I think MSC and Royal have this size...and I hear Princess Coral?? and Holland America great options as well,,if you just do not want even the 110,000 ton size. So if one wants more luxury a suite level in any of these ships offers something...older celebrity ships too. So cool to see Pride and Jade together in port. Both classes are on my more cruises please list. My last full week on a cruise over 30 years ago on an OLD former Big Red Boat ship and then the Costa Riviera and one day we were next to the then new Club Med sailing ship one time...Wowza did it look cool, Thanks again Tony...great entry as always.
The Zenti arts and crafts store is so neat!! We were there in February and met the owner who is the artist! Really nice guy and he does amazing work!!!
Hello Tony loved your vlog and wandering round the shops with you. Glad you bought a hat called a slouch hat similiar to the Australian Army uniform hat next week 25/4 is ANZAC day like your Memorial day public holiday thoughout the country. Cheers from Sydney
Missing “Cruise News” but really enjoying that’s videos as never been to the Caribbean as I am all the way up the West Coast so a pain to get down there but would like to go sometime so it’s been really helpful to really see what’s at these ports!👍
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_Have you ever given in to island temptation? What has tempted you the most?_
Food, culture, and history are what I give into when I get to an island. Oh, let’s not forget the local drink!
Are there mobility scooters that can be rented on most islands?
@@karenwebb8358 I’ve never seen them. It’s probably cheaper to bring your own! 2 trips with a rental from the cruise-line can pay for one. Before I bought one I rented one at home for peanuts I think. It was the transformer, it fold by itself! Well it drains the battery for you! But, it fold about the size of a carryon. And yes it will go through a regular cabin door!
Most of the very long piers, in the Caribbean, do have a shuttle statement to get down them, some charge.
@@lindasm8773 gilligan island and darkwing duck theme are my top 2 fav Luda songs!
Frozen pina colada. Tastes better on an island than anywhere else.
Tony, what a colorful port tour!
Tony, I have enjoyed your videos for a little over a year. Mainly I watch the ones where you are in your studio and sharing cruise news with us. My husband died last week, and the loneliness is overwhelming at times. At first, I couldn’t watch anything. My mind wasn’t ready for it. Then I found your videos on your excursions in Barbados, Antigua, and one other. I will never travel to these places so I enjoyed seeing them for that reason. But, perhaps the best thing was that watching your videos took my mind off my loss and gave me a few moments of distraction. Thank you for that. I guess it just goes to show that we never know how are actions will affect others.
❤🙏
So sorry for your loss.
Prayers for you during this time of loss. It is nice being a part of the Loca family and you have a place of comfort and enjoyment. I, too, enjoy these ports thru Tony.
Sending you prayers, strength and courage. 💓 🙏🏿
Hang in there, it’s okay to laugh - it’s not disrespectful, you need those glimpses of sanity. Wishing you growing peace. For what it is worth, my Dad recently died and we’re still working on the grief journey too. My Mom had died about 20 years ago and Dad eventually remarried, a widow. They spent about 18 years together. So, there is hope for life again. 🙏
Hi Tony, I've been watching your channel for a long time and always really liked it but I am loving this longer version of taking us on your shore excursions. You really make me feel like I'm there. Thanks so much for your humor and your unique take on things. Happy Trails.
I agree it’s like a little adventure we get to do together and possibly see places we haven’t seen before. 🌴
Closest I'm going to get to visiting a tropical paradise for a while is with Tony's port adventures.
Me, too!!!😊
Yesssss!!!!
I just want to say you make life better Tony. You are upbeat, kind, funny and friendly. You make a good ambassador for USA. I enjoy “traveling” with you.
Yay for our friend Tony teaching THOUSANDS of people that the southern Caribbean island of Antigua is pronounced An-TEE-gah. It makes me smile because my son and DIL, in the specialty coffee business, are currently on an origin trip to Antigua (An-TEE-gwah), Guatemala. (Nothing like learning your son is in another hemisphere on social media! Ha!)
Also, 1) love love love the earrings you got Jenny, and 2) thanks for the dissolve transitions in your videos. So classy and kind to the eyes and brain.
Thank you for sharing Antigua with all of us.
Tony I'm deployed dealing with this Ukraine war. I really enjoy watching your videos keep up the good work and thanks for the happiness
Thank you for your service. My daughter celebrates her 20th year in the Army later this year. She has been deployed 3 times, praying not a fourth. Be safe, we will keep praying for your safe return home.
Re the markings on the pier: in one of Captain Kate's videos she mentioned that they use those to position the different ships correctly for mooring at the pier. When she has the bridge wing lined up directly over the marker they're in the right position.
Very cool!
I also follow Captain Kate!!❤
I really like your port tours. It is so much fun to watch you ramble around. I do miss your news, but it can wait until you are back in your studio.
So sweet that you always get things for Jennie!
Copy right music sing over made me laugh so hard!! Your voice was good but the sing over made me laugh instead of just going to the next subject!! lol love your vids!!
On my birthday in Antigua, we swam with Stingrays. Right in the open ocean, not at a facility. It was amazing! One of my favourite excursions ever! It was called Stingray City.
I miss Jenny! I can’t imagine going on a cruise without my Jackie. I’d be way too lonely without my split apart! Thanks for bringing us along Tony, hope we kept you company.
Thanks Tony haven't been there but now it feels like I have!!!!!
I love Antigua, 365 beaches to choose from, one for every day of the year!
And, all open to the public. No private beaches in Antigua.
Barbados too
Thanks for the Antigua tour! Hope to get there some day.
None of that casino, shops, giant complex, etc, was there back in the 1970s. I went there on a P&O cruise in the clearly 70s, long before a big hurricane flattened the island. All the palm trees blew down flat. It's since been replanted, rebuilt, and modernised to what it's like now. The island back in the 70s was more natural, with more flora and fauna, and way less people. It's interesting to see it nowadays. Thanks for showing us. Xxxx
Antigua is a flat island anyway. That explains why the land was scrubby and barren on the way to Ziplining. But, MAN, did I have a great time!
Come back! Love your story about Antigua bwfore 1995.
A category 4 hurricane devastated the country.
We just left Barbados, on our way to Antigua, love watching your videos. We loved Barbados, visited many beautiful places!
Barbados is a nice place. Did you go over by King Street?
Hope Jenny's lobes will be happy. Nice meeting the menagerie maker, he seems to be a doll. Cruise on.
Tony, thank you sooo much for letting us be part of your adventures. It s really opened my eyes to what my husband and I are missing. Our first cruise is scheduled for Nov 26th 6 days on Carinval Dream to Belize, Costa Maya, Cozumel. We can't wait.
I hope it's wonderful. I was on the carnival dream. It was a great ship. The entertainment was pretty good. The food choices were good. I think you'll have a wonderful time
Once again, Tony, thanks so much for showing us a little of Antigua shopping area near the ship.
Love visiting the cruise ports with you! Thank you for taking us along.
Daris!!!! We were on the Carnival Pride in March and Daris took excellent care of us-he’s the best!!👏😀. It was so nice to see his face. I always enjoy watching your videos!
Hi Tony, It has been so great having you take us on shore excursions. I like cruise news and views too, but have missed "excurting" with you. 👍😀
The weather has been amazing in all your videos during this cruise! I'm a little jelly of your adventures. :D
My black lab Bodie also as a tradition of marking where he's been 😊
Thank you for the new video, Tony.
Appreciate you showing us around the harbour area, a great wee visit.
Made me smile seeing the ships, the blue water and the brightly painted buildings, all bathed in the sunshine.
Keep on enjoying your adventures.
We did the Chris Cross tour last time we were there. It's a husband and wife team and both are named Chris. They take you around the island and show you all the beaches. They are located just outside the cruise port with the other people offering excursions. We had an awesome time as they are very funny.
This is one of the ports we still need to visit. Enjoyed all of your port videos on this cruise.
REALLY enjoying your Vlog of this cruise, Tony!!! 😀
Tony, want you to know I have really enjoyed the last videos of you enjoying the ports. It's been a lot of fun as I have been to all of them and recognize a lot of the areas. It's like going on a cruise with ya! Thanks Tony!
Great Content, Tony. Truly appreciate you taking the time to show us your shore excursions. Thanks.
You look great Tony since you had the thyroid removed, great Antiqua video. My first cruise was April 1990 Carnival Fantasy great ship, I understand it was your first cruise ship as well on the Fantasy .
Keep up the good work. I like Carnival ships for the food, I also love Royal Caribbean Oasis and Odyssey for their broadway shows. Looking forward for another great video.
Take care and enjoy the rest of your cruise
Thanks for the tour. So much has changed since we m’ve been there. Enjoy!
When we were in Antigua, we did an excursion...our guide mentioned that the port is new and man-made and the vendors mall are all the original shops, the ones just off the ship are all new...the plantains you had for your lunch looked really yummy! And can't wait to see Jenny B in her new earrings!!🐟🐟👍
Tony, thank you very much for sharing so much of what you're doing on this cruise. I know it's "work," 😊 but we're living that cruise life vicariously through you.
Thank you for giving me a little look at one of the ports we will be visiting next February. Always fun to see a bit of somewhere we have never been. Hope the rest of your cruise is as much fun.
Hi Tony, Never been to Antigua, but I'm loving you out and about and taking us along on your adventure!
Tony I have so enjoyed all of your videos from this cruise. We aren't cruising again until next year so I felt like I was right there. Thank you!
Tony, your videos make me smile! Thank you! 😂
Antigua is one of my favorite islands for the beaches. We just stopped on our cruise here recently and did shopping and hung out at the bar by the water great vibes
Thanks for all of your tours of the islands!
Thank you for this! We'll be visiting Antigua on our 10-day Disney coming up in about 90 days! Nice to see what we'll expect😀
I enjoy your insights and trip tours. My husband and I cruise every couple of years, but I enjoy dreaming about the next cruise on the in between times. Glad for your show.
Awesome video! Glad you got to see some stuff in Antigua. Loved that art gallery/shop.
loved the video, esp. song sweet caroline. our dad's fav song when we daughters danced with him. he is gone now but the memories bring happy smiles. thanks for giving me a smile today.
Great Job Tony !! You are showing just what I want to see , makes me feel like I am experiencing just what you are, that makes what you are showing me is exciting !! This is what you need to do in every port !! Great Job !!!
Enjoying tagging along on your solo cruise. Would love to go solo at some point, nice way to relax and recharge
Big man walkin'....:) Thanks for sharing your excursions!
I was there about 14 years ago to a place called screws spa. Simply amazing. Sadly was destroyed by hurricane. Loving your port videos!!!
Yes, there is food, drink, and shopping not far from the cruise ship. What Antigua calls a casino is sad. Diamond's International is always in a prominent location in the Caribbean. The area looks a little different. I see they don't have the raised wooden sidewalks. My wife would love the Belgian waffle place. Where the ships dock they have some shopping areas with eateries near the ship. About 1/2 block away from the ship. Am subscribed and did hit the like button.
I enjoyed this. Thank you, Tony.
My father is from Barbuda. Looking forward to visiting Antigua next year on a cruise.
Thanks for your video. Tony was very informative and we love watching you walk around these ports Tony on the prowl that was my husband. Just make sure you sunblock drink plenty of water and rest and stay out of the sun and you sound very good. Miss Jenny. Take care.🥰🛳️🦩🛟⚓️❤️
The food Lols really good. Thanks for taking you on all your cruises. We simply love it
Antigua looks like a lovely place to visit. Thanks for taking us along. x
The paint markings on the dock - are usually position markers to get the ships tied up.
Thanks!
Loved everyday of your cruise! We can’t wait to see those ports! Thanks brother!
I am still enjoying these port videos. I don’t get sick on the ship, but sometimes I get a little motion sick watching these videos because I get so into them. I guess I love the earrings for Jenny. They will look really nice on her. Thank you for sharing with us.
Went to Sandals Antigua for my honeymoon years ago and loved it. The residents truly understand that tourism is their entire economy, and are so very kind (and you are so very safe there). They took my ex-wife and I to a barbeque that was 98% residents and fed us for free! We actually stayed in one of the huts that was later used in an episode of The Sopranos, and the only reason I know that is because ours (we being the only legit honeymooners there) the unit closest to the water. We could throw a rock and land it in the ocean.
What a Fantastic memory!
Semi looks amazing. Jenny will love the earrings!
Tony I am enjoying these videos and the news. Its a great balance. This is great. Thank you for what you do. 😊
We did so many of the same stops last month as you are this trip. We were on the Rotterdam for 12 days. Had a marvelous time.
Wow, Big Banana! I ate there 25 years ago. Really good pizza. Very happy to see that it is still there.
Antigua is nice and lovely 😍😊❤❤
Hi Tony, I'm glad you've been enjoying your cruise, including the ABC islands. This is the first time I've seen them through someone else. Thanks. Hope Jenny B. enjoys her new earrings.
I live in Antigua at the moment, so I'm glad you enjoyed your short stay here in our little island❤❤
Going back home soon though🌹
Tony, my wife and I continue to enjoy your videos!
I miss the Sizzler! Was our go to in college after a night of partying!!😂
Good job on Antigua. Thank you for taping the departure in Antigue. Great island which has 365 beaches. A beach for each day. Keep on Tony. Be careful with your health. Those docks are long.
I've really enjoyed this series ports I've never been to
Thanks for your video. I enjoyed it. My wife and I were there this past January on the NCL Viva. We enjoyed Antiqua. Happy sailings.
You got some great souvenirs. Enjoyed your leisurely tour.
that art store would be my kryptonite too!
Loving the port videos!
I watched your live show last night. Tony you work so hard on these Vloggs and the Cruise News too. I appreciate you keeping us informed and entertained. Even though you are travelling solo, you are not alone. We are right there with you. Love from Canada 🇨🇦❤.
Antigua is beautiful. Been there twice. Amazing
Thanks Tony for the awesome video of beautiful Antigua. I may go someday. 😊
I have been enjoying these port videos.
Love the Jade and her sister, the Pearl.
Cheers is where we would get wi-fi with a drink.
Brings back memories. We were there in January. If you are into Geocaching check out the phone booth.
Loving these vlogs this week! ❤
You know no-one would fault you for enjoying a nice, relaxing leisure day or two on the ship.
Regardless, just be happy. ;)
We were just on the Rotterdam in the Caribbean and sitting outside on the back deck I heard some familiar music. It was the La Lido Loca theme music😊 your fans are everywhere.
I remember buying some really great priced rum in Antigua.
Loved this port. Great memories 👍
Awesome video Tony! Thanks!
Loving your videos...feels like I've visited the ports...❤
Tony, I know you like feedback for the channel. I have really enjoyed your excursion videos. I like the news, but I miss this type of video from you and other creators these days. Not looking for hour long ship tours, but these port stop videos have been great! Thanks for the content creation!
Loved today’s video Tony! (No surprise lol) I would have been dangerous let loose in that Zemi shop with my credit card! 😜
Like the Spirit Class, I think the Jewel Class...are nice sizes for a person who can not afford or chooses more travel for same dollar amt. with mass market and premium yet wants this size and some little luxury offerings of Crystal type line and the next general physical size up is this 85 to 95 appx ton size...I think MSC and Royal have this size...and I hear Princess Coral?? and Holland America great options as well,,if you just do not want even the 110,000 ton size. So if one wants more luxury a suite level in any of these ships offers something...older celebrity ships too. So cool to see Pride and Jade together in port. Both classes are on my more cruises please list. My last full week on a cruise over 30 years ago on an OLD former Big Red Boat ship and then the Costa Riviera and one day we were next to the then new Club Med sailing ship one time...Wowza did it look cool, Thanks again Tony...great entry as always.
Great video. Loved the earrings you got Jenny B. The store seemed really cool.
Awesome video, was there in November. Great to rewalk it with you.
The Zenti arts and crafts store is so neat!! We were there in February and met the owner who is the artist! Really nice guy and he does amazing work!!!
Another fun day 🥳 thanks 🎉
We loved this port! ❤
Hello Tony loved your vlog and wandering round the shops with you. Glad you bought a hat called a slouch hat similiar to the Australian Army uniform hat next week 25/4 is ANZAC day like your Memorial day public holiday thoughout the country. Cheers from Sydney
Great tour!
Missing “Cruise News” but really enjoying that’s videos as never been to the Caribbean as I am all the way up the West Coast so a pain to get down there but would like to go sometime so it’s been really helpful to really see what’s at these ports!👍
The news vacation is almost over.