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Getting to Horseshoe Bay Beach Bermuda (2018)

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Doug Parker provides a guide for travelers visiting Horseshoe Bay Beach in Bermuda from a cruise ship. He explains that passengers docking at Kings Wharf or Heritage Wharf can take shuttles for seven dollars per person. The ride to the beach takes approximately twenty to twenty five minutes. Upon arrival, Parker notes that visitors can find shops for snorkeling gear and sunscreen, though he advises bringing these items from the ship to save money. He describes the beach as having beautiful pink sand and mentions that snorkeling is available about one hundred feet off the coast. For those seeking fewer crowds, he suggests walking further down the beach past the initial path. The video also covers exploring rock formations and tidal pools to the right of the main path, while warning about potential drop-offs. Parker discusses local pricing for beach chairs and drinks, such as rum swizzles. Finally, he offers advice on returning to the ship, suggesting that travelers leave the beach by three o'clock or three fifteen to ensure they return before the all aboard time.

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my name is Doug Parker I'm the host of cruise radio and I'm gonna tell you how to quickly get over to Horseshoe Bay Beach without spending an arm and a leg

the beach itself very beautiful it has that pinks and everyone talks about a little secret if you get to the beach and you keep walking the more you walk the less people there will be

if you go the other direction and so if you come off the pathway and you go to the right hand side there's big rock formations there are some caves inside there you can actually go up up in and there's a tidal pool

a couple of things you don't have to tip the driver but it's always nice to because they are very informative on your drive

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Use the $7 shuttle from the cruise pier to Horseshoe Bay Beach
βœ“Buy snorkel gear and sunscreen before you go to avoid high prices
βœ“Walk further down the beach to avoid crowds
βœ“Bring your own towel, sunscreen, and bottled water from the ship
βœ“Leave the beach by 3:15 PM if all aboard is at 4:30 PM

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting to the beach without spending too much β€” Use the $7 shuttle from the cruise pier
Avoiding crowds at the beach β€” Walk further down the beach past the main area

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to get to Horseshoe Bay Beach from the cruise pier in Bermuda
QWhat to expect for prices and activities at the beach
QHow to return to the cruise ship from the beach

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Top: Horseshoe Bay Beach shuttle ($7)
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