Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Atlantis on a Budget

I am in the process of planning two cruises that go to Nassau, Bahamas. I think one of the favorites for families there is Atlantis. They have water slides, great pools, beaches, and a walk through aquarium.   It seems like a really fun way to spend the day in Nassau!  But it is also very expensive. 

The cruise ships offer excursions here to enjoy everything for well over $100 per person.  You may be able to buy day passes when you get the the dock, but they are limited.  Another option at a fraction of the price is to book a room for the night at Comfort Suites Paradise Island.  This is owned by the same people that run Atlantis and is much cheaper.  When you check in you get a card that will allow you access for your family to Atlantis. 

If you are cruising reserve your night for the day you are there.  Check in to the hotel and go next door!  You will have a room to nap and shower in before going back to the ship plus the fun of Atlantis.  I found rooms there for around $270 for a family of four during spring break - compared to the $500+ rooms at Atlantis - and similar costs for a family of four to do the ship's excursion.  I would be happy to book this for you!  I had a family do this on a cruise this summer and it worked well for them.

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