Can I get off the cruise ship in Nassau?
If it’s your first time in the Bahamas, you could hop off the boat for a little just to check Nassau off your list of places visited. There are some fun port adventures offered at Nassau, but do your homework before booking.
Are cruise ships stopping in Bahamas now?
Cruising from the United States has resumed since the COVID-19 pandemic first halted operations in March 2020, and while most ports in the Caribbean and Bahamas are now open, others remain closed to all tourism or have tight restrictions when it comes to who can get off the ship.
Can you walk to Atlantis from cruise ship?
Walking to Atlantis If you’re happy to walk 2 miles (or 4 miles for the round trip), you can get to Atlantis from the cruise port on foot. Head east on Bay Street toward the bridge; then go left across the bridge and walk to Paradise Island. Pedestrians do not have to pay the bridge toll.
Should I get off the ship in Nassau?
Get off the ship early. Once the ship has docked, disembark as soon as possible. Nassau is a very popular port and often has as many as five ships visiting on a single day. That means 20,000 passengers or more will be hitting the island at the same time. Get out early to beat the crowds to the beach and shops.
Why are cruise ships not going to Nassau?
The vessel will be spending a day at sea instead of guests spending the day ashore in Nassau. The letter sent to guests on the current sailing from Captain Panagiotis Skylogiannis, “At this time, the Bahamas has made a change in their entry requirements for cruise ship visits due to the COVID-19 Omicron variant.
Do US cell phones work in the Bahamas?
The Bahamas uses the Area Code 242. Many US and Canadian carriers have roaming agreements with Batelco, the GSM cellular operator in the Bahamas. Therefore, while most phones will work, the rates are approximately $3.00 per minute plus tax for all in and out calls.