So About Nassau
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- Опубликовано: 30 сен 2024
- Nassau in the Bahamas is on of the busiest cruise ports in the world. It is often debated wether cruise passengers should skip or see Nassau and it the past it has had the reputation of being an aggressive interaction for cruisers. In today’s episode I disembark the Carnival Vista to see how many billion of dollars of cruise ships are in port today. I do a deep dive into the new Nassau cruise port area and I gauge the hassle factor.
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*QUESTION* - _Is Nassau a see or skip port for you?_
We always like to get off the ship to experience the port. But our besties sometimes enjoy staying onboard. Perhaps someday I'll do that, but for now, I want to ADVENTURE at port!
We've only been to Nassau twice, once was a girls trip where we walked to the Queen's Staircase and up to Fort Fincastle (this was a great affordable option); also have done an all-inclusive resort at Breezes with our family. Looking at heading over to Blue Lagoon with a cruiseline excursion at our next stop.
Have never gotten off for Nassau…
Yep, only after we eat our Filipino food
1st trip we stayed in the tourist area within 3 blocks of the cruise port. 2nd trip we walked to Junkanoo Beach where we were hassled to buy trinkets the whole time and spent a small mint at Senior Frogs. 3rd trip we stayed on the boat and enjoyed the crowd-free environment.
With the new warnings we don't plan to get off there on any future cruises.
I just like to get off to stretch my legs most recently in Nassau just walked the pier shops and returned to ship
"not everyone has to travel the same way" YES! Thank you for saying this, Tony.👍👍
What a hike to get to the end of the pier!!!
Ya i meant to say it but it was about 3000 steps to the end and back.
Loved the port tour-beautiful day! haven’t been since reno.-ocean video was cool-I know my grandchildren would love that! Boy, that pier sure is long though. I think I’d need one of those buggy peddlers😊. Thanks so much! Have fun and safe travels👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
We were there in mid December and it certainly is a hike. I think there were 7 other ships in port when we were there.
Really need to be in good shape to cruise.
3000 steps is over a half a mile walk; add the terminal and it is over a mile walk;
Forget about as too tired to go into town
TONY , your on fire dude. That was one of the best videos you’ve ever made. My family will be on MSC Divina and in Nassau on Friday. Can’t wait ! THANK YOU…….
I sure enjoyed your pier/port walk!
I can remember when all that walking would have had you breathing harder. You are really getting FIT! 😊
More people in the port should have been impressed with that 3D show.
We love the new port in Nassau! It feels so much safer than before! Was a skip but now a get off the ship! Great video!!!
I didn't enjoy our last visit to Nassau, but the new port looks beautiful. Thanks for sharing the cool 3D show.
I enjoyed the screen. Thank you for taking the time to show it.
Hi Tony. Greated by a giant "towel elephant" in Nassau 😊. That is a very cool screen! The port looks so much more inviting than in the past. Yes, I would get off the ship now with the new port. That is a crazy amount of money, WOW! Thank you for all you do ❤
Thanks Mary!
Tony, happy you are able to be in your happy place before surgery. Loved the tour! You take care and enjoy the rest of your cruise! Shout out to Jennie B too !
Tony, thanks for the Nassau port tour. Looks like they’ve done a great job of creating an experience for travelers who were nervous about the port because they’d heard about the aggressive sales tactics.
A pretty port does not excuse bad behaviours.
Your excitement when you see cruise ships, and your genuine love for cruising, is so contagious. You are their greatest Ambassador. The Sea Turtle, Squid, Manta Ray, and Shark were so cool. That alone is worth getting off the ship.
A friend just came back fro a cruise that went to Nassau. He said he got annoyed by a few people.
Can you elaborate? 😮
I get annoyed by people in my own house...lol
people that annoy you?
I am glad you posted this. I have stayed on the ship the last 3 times we stopped in Nassau. I will give it a shot in May when we stop on the Carnival Venezia.
Just don't leave the port. Once you do you will see the real Nassau... I tried walking to the beach and was almost robbed. The port is fenced in for a reason
@@ChesterFostermaybe dont go at all. Stay off other peoples lands
The first tug was an assist tug, like you said mainly used to assist ships in and out of port. That particular tug was a “Tractor Tug” it has as much power side ways as it does forward or backwards. The second tug was a tow boat, mainly used to tow barges either astern or alongside. Not nearly as maneuverable.
So common now in all the ports. Build special shopping areas to keep the locals from hurting the tourists. And the tourists from seeing the local area as it really is in many places. Violent and poor.
CA- Rooosin!! OMGOMGOMG! Tony! What a fun video! Loved the side by side of the ships and especially the 3D screen with the shark! How fun was that? Thankyou!
Thanks!
7:22 me and my mom went to nassau 3 days ago on Allure of the Seas. That private yacht was also there. It's called Seven Seas. It's owned by Steven Spielberg. It was very cool to see it in person!
Was on the Allure then as well!
Great video Tony. I really appreciate how you can show all of us the most interesting things.
It is beautiful what they have done there… but, we were there in 07…. it was so quaint and cool. There was even a taxi church there we got to be apart of early in the morning. Yes… you did get bombarded at first and almost run over at times. We are hopeless romantics and loved it as it was back then!
you need a picture with the Carnival towel elephant mascot !! !!
Oh, was that what it was...I was beginning to think that Nassau totally lost it
You needed a picture with the giant elephant towel animal you walked past as you left the ship 😊
I love getting our photos Taken in each poet. Those are my memories i treasure. I have so many from our 1st cruise. And means the world to me because after our cruise got cancelled to covid multiple times and then my dad paseed from covid. So we only got to take one family cruise ever. I thank god every day for that opportunity
Sorry about your dad!
We were just there last week and did the Pirates Museum on George street. Then we had some beers at the cafe outside of the museum. Love those Radler beers, guava, passion fruit, cranberry, etc..!
I really enjoy shopping in Nassau. I have always felt safe, walked blocks and blocks! Take my little granddaughters and act as alert as in DC and Baltimore. Enjoy your visit
Are you from the DMV? Because you're correct, keep your head on a swivel and you'll be fine.
@@candiceb8284 Absolutely. Just being aware is worth so much when it comes to safety. Sprinkle in some good ole’ fashioned common sense and you manage to keep clear of most unsafe things. There is so much to see and enjoy when you approach an area like a local as opposed to a tourist.
Ooo, this looks very different from what I remember! ❤
Thanka for the tour of the new port area, Tony! I haven't been since they finished the remodel.
Come on Nassau, get some transportation from the distant piers... not just for handicapped but plenty for all. You have currently cheaped out on the new port by forcing many to walk great distances. Why????.
Hi Tony ! Loved the video and the Nassau updates! Hope your trip is the Best, travel safe and enjoy!
That’s not Spielbergs yacht it was Owned by a Russian billionaire and later purchased by a ny billionaire who now rents it out CMAN TONIGHT
Loved seeing the 3D screen on the pier. Thanks Tony. 👍😀🩵
I've been to Nassau twice, and my verdict is ... meh. I will not be getting off the ship when I sail there the first week of April. I don't need to shop, I don't need food or drinks, and I've seen the scenery. Buh-bye. :)
Thanks for this tour - the port area looks nicely done.
Just there. I hate the straw market. Couldn’t even look around for a second with out being hassled. I might have bought something had I been able to actually look in peace.
We were in Nassau just two weeks ago and that yacht was there also! The new port is beautiful and relaxing. We walked down to the end and sat on a bench for awhile and people watched. No one bothered us. We also went out to the straw market and had to say no thanks many times but everyone respected that. The new port allows you to stretch your legs, get fresh air and buy something without harassment so I say it's a definite get off the ship port now. Great video!
I've only visited Nassau once on a cruise, and it was my first ever cruise a few years back. I heard about the redevelopment of the port, and did worry it was going to make the area very commercialised and spoil it, but I really like what you've shown us here. That 3D screen you showed us - WOW!
Tony! The 3D screen was so cool! Thanks for sharing that with us!🙂 Makes us want to go just to see that!
I've seen Nassau go thru phases of "better" and "worse" as various cruise lines have pressured the government to clean up the behavior. There are MUCH better ports!
Last time we stopped at Nassau they were under construction in that area. We got off and saw the mess and got right back in the ship. Looks good now, so next time I’ll get off. Thanks for the tour.
I avoid every itinerary that includes Nassau.
This has made cruising out of my home state of Florida almost impossible.
I cruise for the itinerary, not the ships, and Nassau would be a wasted stop on my trip.
Wow! The Nassau Port has really changed since I was last there in 2021. It’s glorious! Excellent video Tony! 🎉
what was the name of the port that only small ships could go through and their was a town crier there when you entered their waterway?? Anyone??? That was the last Bahama port I was in LOL
Love the movie screen and the sea creatures coming out!
i never understood the hate for Nassau. the harrassment factor is far lower than other places in the world. its busy, but not as much as other places. its not my top destination but not the worst either. i think its fine.
We are going to Nassau in October and had planned not to get off the ship but after seeing this video we will be getting off the ship. We were so tired of the hassle that it wasn’t worth our time to get off. This is a welcome change. Thanks for letting us know about this wonderful upgrade.
We HATED the straw market. Nonstop harassment from sellers. Each one saying their items handmade and one of a kind-till you walk to the next booth and they have the same items,then move to the next booth and they have same items. When you shown least amount of interest we were followed and badgered. Will avoid the straw market at all cost. Rest of port was beautiful.
Thanks Tony very informative video and it’s nice to hear someone say something good about the new port! Hope you had a great cruise and the best on your surgery.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🥰🛳️🏖️🏝️🦩⚓️🍀😊
Great video, Tony - I heard you mentioned you have never been on the Allure? I am 99% sure you have, as I met you on the Allure, and you were with John from the Shipshow back in October of 2022; it was an 8-day cruise to the Southern Caribbean, and you actually encouraged me to start a channel and gave me some incredible advice. Advice I use every day! Thanks for everything you do!
Happy Travels Thank You for sharing.
Thank you for posting this, Tony!! I was never a fan of Nassau and normally stayed on the ship because i didn't want to be haggled by having to go through the straw market. It looks like they did a great job with revitalizing the port! I'm now looking forward to my next cruise to Nassau!
We've been to Nassau twice since their main shopping district (Bay Street) became a ghost town. Our first time back, we witnessed a group of religious zealots harass a family (with children) because there were two adult women in the group. Some very homophobic ranting was involved. We told a local cop about it; he laughed. The second time, we visited "Diamonds International" near Hard Rock. We bought a loose diamond, and they told us to carry it in a pocket, while they gave us a "dummy" bag to carry as a decoy for theft. One of their security guards escorted us back to our ship. If our next cruise includes a trip to Nassau, we're staying onboard. Years ago, you could walk to Paradise Island from the port. Now, you're risking your life.
Nassau was great in 1966.
Just went there in November. Me and my female friend had a great time. No one bothered or harassed us at all.
thanks but did you go out of the cruse ship bubble an the end of the pier ?@@Gottaknow
@@Gottaknow - I wish you'd had the pleasure of seeing it "before", on Bay Street; right on the ocean. Sidewalk cafés with local food, discount outlet stores for crystal, locally-made crafts, jewelry, even a Burger King. It was absolutely beautiful to walk all the way from the (current) port to the double "high arch" bridges to Paradise Island. It was postcard beautiful. That's a high-crime area now with posted advisories on-site. And the current tourist areas are just for shopping; the dining is questionable. Although, there was still a "Hard Rock" there during out last (and final) visit in 2019. But who wants American food when traveling to The Bahamas? Also, I'm glad you weren't harrassed. Since you didn't have kids with you, you weren't perceived as a "family." Good for you. I'm glad you had a good time.
I remember that area, back in the 1980's. I watched Atlantas being built in several stages. Walked up past the government house and the chocolate factorytour area. No one bothered us but very creepy. We were there April 2
After a few trips my wife would rather stay on the ship rather than explore Nassau. Most of the shops and the hassle of getting approached started wearing on us. Plus, some areas of the ship are more open during the time docked at Nassau since so many people get off the ship. Of various islands we've been on I think Nassau would rate as the most "let's not go" destination. At least for us.
Thanks for the tour! Enjoyed checking the ships out. Glad you got to cruise before everything. Best wishes.
We were there last year and had to walk down Front St. to get to our boat ride to go to Cabbage Beach. We were hassled on Front Street and at the beach so much that my husband said he would never get off the ship again in Nassau. But, never say never. We were in Nassau this past Friday. We took a catamaran that picked us up at the dock for our excursion at Sun Cay, so we didn't see the new port. When we returned from the excursion that's where they dropped us off. We thought it looked great, but it is a long way back to the ship. It was quite nice to be hassle free though.
That screen is cool! I kept waiting for that Disney turtle to talk 😀
I was on the Carnival Liberty and in Nassau on February 17 when you were. Wish I had known you were there. I stayed on the ship because we have been to Nassau so many times and we just wanted to enjoy the Carnival Liberty while most of the guests were off ship. Thanks for the video. you are doing some great work.
Tug boats are fascinating, because they’re small but powerful and highly maneuverable! A couple weeks ago I was on the Venezia videotaping a tug pushing us into Pier 88, and that tugboat moved sideways! I didn’t know they could do that!
They are so awesome to watch manuevering a huge cruise ship.
I am so happy that you made this video, I was actually passing up cruises that stopped in Nassau because of the horrible experience we had there in the past. Now I know this could be a very pleasant place to visit once again in the future.
We loved it Tony. Great walkie you did. Thank you ❤️
We were in Nassau in February 2020. Wow has it changed. It looks amazing. Have to plan a cruise back.
Thanks, Tony. I think we will get off in Nassau now after watching your video! 👏🏼❤️🚢
Wow, loved the Turtle, Manta Ray and Squid - that is really something at Nassau’s port!!!! 🚢🚢❤️❤️ 🐢 🦑
Good afternoon Tony! Hope you have a great cruise!
Nassau is a port where I stay on the ship, due to the harassment
I sailed on the Elation clear back in 2007. Glad to see she's still afloat.
Me and my now ex sailed on elation out of mobile in 2010,2011.favorite ship so far.
I way loved the tour, absolutely including the aquarium screen!
Our first trip to Nassau was Feb 2023. I was not impressed and did not want to return. The port was still under construction. There where people everywhere trying to get you to buy thing. I will now be returning to Nassau for a visit. Thank you Tony!!!!!
The stores inside the port are an enormous ripoff. You have to go outside the gates to get decent prices. But don’t go far.
Saw the new Pier last year. Long walk from your ship. Didn't have much time for shopping since we did an excursión. So we stayed at the new pier area. With the recent alerts, might be best staying in there.
I love Vista, one of my favorite Carnival ships. The new port in Nassau is a beast to walk. I was there in December, and all i could think of was if i was there in the summer, i would stay on the ship. It would be too hot to walk the new dock. The Carnival Liberty was the worst ship I've ever been on.
Dang it Tony, we missed you by two days in Nassau on the Carnival Sunshine! We saw some amazing ships too! And wore our La lido loca shirts!
Thanks for showing Liberty OTS. We will be on her in May and looking forward to it!
We were in Nassau in January, we did go outside of port area. We went over to Atlantis then walked thru front street and Straw market. Yes we were hassled, we just said no thank you, a lot!. We came back to the new port and yes it was much better but more expensive as you said. We enjoyed both for the short time we were there. We did not have any excurtions booked this time.
At the 2:52 mark I though you would be taking out that world's largest towel animal but I understand you don't want PETTA coming after you. Nice tour of the port. Thanks.
Tony thank you for showing me this nasua excersions. Very interesting
Dang I'm also RUclipsr .. Wish I knew you were on the Vista.. I was on the 2 day cruise also...
Craps content
Can I message you separately about upcoming cruises to see if you may be on them? Email?
Thank you for the tour! I will consider making another trip there. I was scared so greatly my first time there that I have never had the desire to go back.
Oh, btw...thanks for keeping us in your video! ❤
Thanks for the video on Nassau!!! You do such a great job!
Good video Tony...haven't seen any other offerings ........to compare it to👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I've been on Carnival Elation, Carnival Liberty and Carnival Vista. All very nice FUN Ships. Next time I go to Nassau, I might opt to do the port area versus Atlantis or downtown Nassau. Cool if they have a roundabout shortcut to the straw market. Yep, they can be aggressive in the BAHAMAS everywhere you go. Just keep walking unless you want to buy something. I have been to Nassau a bunch of times so I've been there and done that, same with Coco Cay. Went there before it was turned into Perfect Day at Coca Cay.
I haven't been to Nassau since 1995. I was terrified then & with my husband. This looks really nice. I wonder how many steps you got in with that walk?! If I had to stop there I'd surely get off & walk to the end & feel very safe. Thanks for the facts & video - you always give good advice. Hugs (((())))
Oh Sorry, the Q. ! last August on the Oasis was our First " BAHAM'AS " Cruise.....Perfect day At Coco Cay! So Answer is " TO SEE !"
I like the end with cost but how much do they make? Assuming 7 ships like the day you were at port and it’s 23 pp for fees as of Jan 1 2024. Assume 21,800 people that would be $501,400 before anyone pays for anything on land
I was on this cruise with you. We only got off the boat for about 30 minutes and walked around the new port. No issues, no hassles. We get our picture when we get off the ship. We don't buy all the pictures. I heard that the Yacth that you were showing was Stephen Spilebergs. Not sure if that is right but that thing looked brand spanking new. Well dang, you mentioned that later in the video.
Tony, I too did a walk around Nassau's new cruise port area back on my December 2023 cruise on MSC Seashore. Super nice and clearly meant to fix the hassling by locals. Lots of security too! All that improvement was paid for by borrowing from CCP owned banks. In fact, a lot of the new resorts in Nassau are owned or built using CCP bank money. I don't blame the Bahamian Government for accepting the loans and they put it to good use. However, I foresee the Bahamians losing control of these places if they ever default on these loans. I love Nassau and enjoy venturing along the waterfront areas. I have 1 rule. Never walk more than 3 streets away from the waterfront in Nassau.
Thank you. Very much appreciated. We have been to Nassau years ago a few times and we always got harassed by the people coming off the boat. They would actually make fun of us after we told them "No thank you." But the new port seems more inviting. We are sailing in on Liberty of the Seas in April, and to be honest we were thinking of staying on the boat before your video. But after your video it makes me want to check out the new cruise port. Thanks!
I was just there😭‼️‼️‼️I was on carnival liberty. It was 6 ships I believe in port so I doubt if I would’ve saw you. I love your channel man, wish I could’ve met you.
We went to Nassau about a decade ago. The new port area looks nice.
That said, I wouldn't go back. Too many people annoyingly trying to hawk chintzy crap. They were also pushy and unpleasant. Way too touristy, crowded, and just an overall dump. But the wife got suckered into getting our oldest daughter's hair braided.
However, I did like going to the "Zoo." Nothing like seeing a Black Panther behind a barrier that was not anymore secure than a chain link fence.
We visited the Straw Market. I was overwhelmed. I wanted to check out the local carvers, but the aggressive guy next to the stall just made me want to leave. Everything was $25 and whereas I was interested in somethings, I just couldn't bring myself to haggle prices. 😢
Was there last October on RC. Took a round trip harbor cruise for $7.00 and walked around Atlantis then came back over near senior frog. Walked to the Queen's Stairs and stopped up to the fort. There was a lot of walking but it was interesting. Saw the US embassy being built and a 40 year statesman's funeral, unfortunately. However, all thier police and officials were in formal uniforms, which was honorably picturesque.
Had people trying to sell things a long the main drag which is normal but all you do is keep walking. The experience was amazingly nice and the weather was not to hot it was very comfortable. The stores inside the gated area seamed to be very price fixed since its controlled by the cruie companies but thats expected.
They were going to braid my hair for $300. I talked them down to $60. I decided not to do it cuz someone told me they braid really tight but you can def bargain. I got a pair of $15 "Ray-Bans" that they originally wanted $30 for.
I strongly dislike the Jamaican drug pushers in the Bahamas. I wouldn't go back.
Are you the Tony that Don talks about on the Don’s Family Vacation channel? I found this video very interesting. My best Caribbean cruise experience was on a Carnival ship in 1987, with two great friends. That was my first cruise, and no other one has lived up to that - i think because things were much smaller, more authentic, and safer. I’ve been on a number of Holland America cruises since, but have lost the desire - for cruising and many other things, because i am much older and averse to crowds.
Hi Tony! My husband and , along with then 5 year old daughter, cruised on one of the 2 balcony suites on the Carnival Elation in 1998 from Los Angeles. We booked what would be considered their top suite. Lots of good memories!
We avoid itineraries with Nassau. Let's see if this video changes my mind..... I could watch the sea critters show all day. That was pretty cool. Thank you for showing us that! Looks like it has drastically improved... Maybe we do t have to avoid it! Thank you, Tony. I'm glad I linked to this video from today's. It seems much nicer.
Tony you were on the Allure, because that is where I saw you... we went to the Aurba, and , and Haiti... in 2022. I met you on that one..... Out of FLL (October)
No issues in Nassau we went on an excursion to the rum cake factory the rum distillery drove around the city Nassau
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I love Nassau. Great daiquiris at Sharky's (I believe it's named). I walked to the free public beach several years ago. Loved it. I have video of that on my channel.