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matthewpena · 03-29-2011, 05:12 PM

We are looking for a catameran type trip to do with our daughter. Is there a specific one that anyone can reccomend? I was interested in the jolly pirate but IDK if that is a good fit for her.

corona · 03-29-2011, 05:32 PM

Check out this Blue Melody/Black Pearl. I've gone out with them at least three times over the years with my family and have had a wonderful experience each time. It's much smaller than Jolly Pirate's. We've seen young children, but I'm not sure if they were 18 mths. The youngest I remember was probably around 3. He had a great time.

http://www.aruba-sailing.com/

fattypatty · 03-31-2011, 11:01 PM

the depalm tour catameran with the inside seating area is probably the best option for you. at least you'll have a safe area to take care of your kid

corona · 04-07-2011, 10:06 AM

I'm glad you found the Black Pearl/Blue Melody site useful, cristina. If nothing else, you can get a very good idea of what to expect on their tour from the pictures and videos. The owners are lovely people, and if you have any questions, I'm sure you'd get a prompt reply if you send them an email. Personally, I much prefer a smaller quieter boat to the large party boats, but I know I'd particularly prefer it if I were traveling with a toddler.

The fresh grilled tomato/cheese sandwiches they serve on the cruise are simply delicious, and those followed with the watermelon are more than enough for a meal. My sons aren't big tomato eaters, but they love those sandwiches. So, in the end, the cost of the boat/snorkel trip is greatly offset by not having to go out for dinner.

Randi · 04-07-2011, 11:35 AM

moved to another section

*Andrea J.* · 04-07-2011, 03:20 PM

thanks

03-29-2011, 05:12 PM	#1 (permalink)
matthewpena Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 4	Boat trips with 18 month old We are looking for a catameran type trip to do with our daughter. Is there a specific one that anyone can reccomend? I was interested in the jolly pirate but IDK if that is a good fit for her. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook

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03-29-2011, 05:32 PM	#2 (permalink)
corona Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 415	Check out this Blue Melody/Black Pearl. I've gone out with them at least three times over the years with my family and have had a wonderful experience each time. It's much smaller than Jolly Pirate's. We've seen young children, but I'm not sure if they were 18 mths. The youngest I remember was probably around 3. He had a great time. http://www.aruba-sailing.com/ Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ No Shirt, No Shoes, No Problem Next Aruba trip in Loving Aruba Since Honeymoon 1984

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fattypatty Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: moomba, stellaris casino, baby beach, Posts: 479	the depalm tour catameran with the inside seating area is probably the best option for you. at least you'll have a safe area to take care of your kid Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________

04-07-2011, 10:06 AM	#4 (permalink)
corona Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 415	I'm glad you found the Black Pearl/Blue Melody site useful, cristina. If nothing else, you can get a very good idea of what to expect on their tour from the pictures and videos. The owners are lovely people, and if you have any questions, I'm sure you'd get a prompt reply if you send them an email. Personally, I much prefer a smaller quieter boat to the large party boats, but I know I'd particularly prefer it if I were traveling with a toddler. The fresh grilled tomato/cheese sandwiches they serve on the cruise are simply delicious, and those followed with the watermelon are more than enough for a meal. My sons aren't big tomato eaters, but they love those sandwiches. So, in the end, the cost of the boat/snorkel trip is greatly offset by not having to go out for dinner. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook __________________ No Shirt, No Shoes, No Problem Next Aruba trip in Loving Aruba Since Honeymoon 1984

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