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virginia Apr 7th, 2005 05:21 PM

New Horizons II have you been
 
have booked this trip for june 19th. it sounds wonderful. has anyone done this trip? is it a good choice? any tips to enhance the experience? thanks

KVR Apr 7th, 2005 09:49 PM

We are booked for May 16th. Will post report when we return.

Dianebridle Apr 8th, 2005 03:51 AM

I did trips with them on two separate occasions. Both were great experiences and I was very pleased. It was well worth the money.

Bring your passports, and extra money for lunch and tips for the crew.Although they provide snorkeling equiptment, I believe that it is better to bring your own if you have it. Do not be embarrassed to use a floatation device as the current around the Baths can be tricky and tiring particularly if you are not accustomed to long swims. It will be a fun-filled day and you will have made friends with other passengers by the end of the day.

SSypniewski Apr 8th, 2005 04:43 AM

Make sure if you want to bring your camera do take pictures at the Baths you will need some sort of waterproof case/bag for your camera. When my husband and I went on the New Horizons II 2 years ago, I didn't realize that they didn't provide any waterproof containers for your cameras so I was unable to bring my camera with me. If I went again on this daysail (which I would) that's the one thing I would bring! You'll have a great time! and beware of the Painkillers at Pussers!!! they were REALLY STRONG! - Susan

jcb Apr 8th, 2005 07:36 AM

New Horizons II is a great choice having been once myself. We really enjoyed the crew and the trip - such beautiful views. The snorkling at Guana Island was great - lots of fish.

There is a big rock at the Baths that people jump off of - it makes a great picture!

This may sound silly and may not apply to you, but if you have alcohol, you may consider pacing yourself as it is a long day - no need to ruin all the fun. (We had a young fella on his honeymoon almost passed out by the end - the crew was watching out for him and started making his drinks alcohol free). Plus the first bathroon stop is pretty far - there was a mad dash by the majority of the boat.

Have a great trip!!!

virginia Apr 11th, 2005 06:00 PM

kvr - would love to read your trip report. yeah you leave in 5 days. diane - i will definetly bring my own equipment & and floatation!
ss - excellent thought about the camera bag. i would have never thought of it. does that mean you swim in at the baths??
and to ss and jcb - i will watch the free drink intake. i do Not want to miss half the trip.
thanks to all for the tips.


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