Day 7 of our WDW/Cruise Adventure-Nassau Day!

Day 7 of our WDW/Cruise Adventure-Nassau Day!

There is really nothing to describe the peaceful feeling of waking up on a cruise ship.  We both had a great nights sleep, and woke up refreshed.  We got room service for breakfast, since we were really in no hurry to do any rushing.  This cruise was meant for relaxing. 

After breakfast, we got dressed and ready and made out way to the Walt Disney Theater for the meeting point for our shore excursion.  We were taking the Glass Bottom Boat Tour.  Really inexpensive, and not too much time was taken up with it either.  We are not really excursion people, so this was right up our alley.  

Nassau, the capital of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, is a city on New Providence Island. Experience Old World colonial charm in an agreeable climate with natural beauty, world-class shopping and island recreation. In the 17th century, pirates-including the infamous Blackbeard-dominated the territory. Today you'll find much of Nassau's past preserved in Old Town, with its colorful structures in Caribbean style. Breathtaking beaches teem with sunbathing, swimming and water-sport enthusiasts.

Sunshine Glass Bottom Boat Tour

Location: Nassau

At a Glance
Activity Type:	Family Adventures and Sightseeing Adventures
Activity Level:	MildHelp
Duration:	1 to 1.5 hours
Adult Price:	$26 (ages 10 and up)
Child Price:	$17 (ages 3 to 9)
Infant Price:	$17 (ages 0 to 2)
Ages:	All Ages

On this tour you will:

• Take a 15-minute stroll from the shipboard a 70-foot double-decker glass bottom boat and take off across the breathtaking blue of the Caribbean Sea.
• Discover the history of Nassau and the Bahamian way of life from your friendly guide, and snap pictures of several local landmarks and celebrity homes from your seaside position. After approximately 30 minutes, arrive at the Nassau Sea Gardens.
• Make your way to the special viewing deck, gaze out the large windows and marvel at the underwater kingdom — without ever getting wet. Behold rare fish and exotic marine life, as you guide points out the many species that dart back and forth.
• Following your undersea tour, savor a sip of rum punch or fruit punch as you make your way back to the pier.
• Upon your arrival, disembark and take some time to shop for souvenirs and treasures at nearby Bay Street before beginning a leisurely 15-minute stroll back to the ship.

Important Additional Information

• This excursion includes an approximate 15-minute walk to and from the boat pick-up point.
• This tour is available to all ages; Since it involves a boat/vessel, infants under 3 years of age must have a child's ticket.
• A beverage (rum punch or fruit punch) is included. Drinks and snacks are available for purchase onboard.
• Wheelchairs need to be standard size and collapsible; no electric wheelchairs permitted. Guests must be able to traverse a narrow gangway on the boat unassisted and walk up/down approximately 10-12 steps to the viewing deck.
• Exact locations and reef visibility are subject to weather conditions on day of excursion and may vary.
• Guests are encouraged to bring cash or credit cards to purchase optional extras, such as souvenirs.
• You should never feel that gratuities are expected from you. However, it is customary to leave a tip in recognition of service at restaurants, for taxis and for exceptional excursion guides and drivers. It is always up to you as to what you feel is appropriate.
• Due to extremely limited availability, Guests are encouraged to book early.

• Bay Street & Straw Market
  Nassau's main thoroughfare for prime shopping. Among historic buildings, shops, bars and restaurants is the Straw Market, home to an amazing array of handmade mats, hats and baskets; along with jewelry, woodcarvings and guava jellies.  We did go into the straw market, and a few shops including the one with all these pirate statues outside and inside.  

I bought a straw purse with Eeyore on it......very cute but these women in the market are all over you to buy from them, and I can't stand being hounded.  We bought the purse after the lady finally came down to what I was willing to pay.
We walked down Bay street and found the Tortuga Rum Cake store, didn't buy anything, but just wanted to see the place.  We also went into a shop called "Shark-eez Bahamas", this is the place with all the pirate statues outside the doors, and all over inside. 

We headed back to the ship to relax We had another show to see, and our special dinner at Palo ahead of us!

This night's show, was Villains Tonight.  It was ok, but nothing like The Golden Mickey's the night before.  We were not able to stay for the entire show, as our dinner reservations were for 7pm.  

Our dinner was something very special.  As this entire trip was to celebrate Paul's victory over cancer, the staff at Palo went above and beyond.  Our head server congratulated Paul, and said he was very happy for him that his health is good.  Our server Marco (we will never forget him!), was even more attentive to our needs, but also left us alone when he knew we wanted privacy.   

 Our desserts were the ever famous Chocolate Souffle.....OH!  YUMMY!!!

 After we had the dessert, Marco brought us this beautiful plate that was written all in chocolate, Congratulations. 

After our dinner was over, we took a walk and I wanted to use the restroom.  Wow.....what a beautiful bathroom!  I was all by myself in there, so of course I had to take a picture of these beautiful sinks!

We then headed to the Skyline Lounge.  Marco told us that his wife was a bar tender there.  He said to "tell her Marco sent you!"  So, we did.  She was a lovely girl, and made great drinks! 

Skyline

At a Glance
Location:	Deck 4, Aft and District Area
Designed For:	Adults
Hours of Operation:	Varies daily; please check the Personal Navigator while onboard

Skyline is a stunning cocktail bar located on Deck 4, Aft in The District area on the Disney Dream. This ever-changing venue celebrates some of the world's most famous cities. Tall "windows" line a wall that offer Guests a commanding view of some of the world's most beautiful city skylines as if from a vantage atop a high rise.
The chic setting is "metropolitan sky bar meets luxury penthouse," complete with digital fireplace. Warm wood and lustrous metal finishes provide a handsome backdrop to the 7 LCD big screens—Skyline's "windows to the world"—that not only depict a different city locale each day, but magically transform from day to night as each day progresses.
Every evening, Skyline's signature cocktails inspired by the showcased city's view will be offered for purchase. Round up the gang and head over to Skyline where you'll be "transported" to the heart of the world's most fascinating cities with a virtually breathtaking viewpoint.

 After our relaxing time here, we took a leisurely walk back to our stateroom, and what did we find waiting for us on our bed?  Looks like Dumbo to me!!  Dumbo and some chocolates!

  Another great night of sleeping was calling to me.  Castaway Cay was waiting for us on the other side of dreams!  Day 8 coming up!  See ya real soon!