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We Skipped the Cruise Excursion… and Saved BIG in Puerto Vallarta (Was It Worth It?)

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👁️ 458 views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 12:08
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Other · 7 nightsFrom Long Beach

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We decided not to go through the Carnival shore excursions, but to do our own thing.

We did enjoy the slides that were open, but the park has seen better days.

The vibrant boardwalk is the heart of Porto Viarta, full of art, culture, and ocean views at every turn.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Redeem your Groupon as soon as possible to secure your time slot.
Allocate enough time to check in and get to your swim.
Bring your own towel to the water park.
Be there 30 minutes before your swim begins.

Questions This Creator Answers

QCan you use Groupon for excursions in Mexico?
QIs it cheaper to book DIY excursions versus cruise line excursions?
QWhat is it like to swim with dolphins in Puerto Vallarta?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

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Top: Royal Dolphin Swim at Dolphin Discovery ($85 per person)
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We found a way to swim with the dolphins in Mexico... But at what cost??!? Could it even have been a better than expected cost? I would hope so, because we booked a Royal Dolphin Swim using our secret Groupon deal During our Puerto Vallarta DIY Excursion + Malecon Visit. Cruise excursions don’t have to break the bank! In this episode, we show you how we booked a Royal Dolphin Swim in Puerto Vallarta using Groupon - which saved money and skipped the cruise line markup. We swam with dolphins at Dolphin Discovery, enjoyed the attached water park, and even had time to explore the famous Malecón (boardwalk) for some local culture, food, and ocean views. Oh yeah, I cant forget about the most beautiful Sunset on our walk. This Mexico cruise vlog about swimming with dolphins in mexico is a full DIY cruise day done right: adventure, relaxation, and savings all in one! TIP: Booking a dolphin swim through Groupon is safe and gave us access to the same experience the cruise line offers, but at a fraction of the price. This DIY shore excursion cost under $100 with grupon deals, and includes dolphin interaction, water slides, lazy river, sea lion show, and lunch. We show how to book, what to expect, how to get there from the Carnival Panorama, and how to spend a fun-filled day in Puerto Vallarta on a budget. Then tour famous Puerto Vallarta Malecon, explore the Our Lady of Guadalupe church, eat fresh churros, and catch a perfect Mexican sunset. Give me two thumbs up and join the adventure with the Fearless Rambler to discover more cruise hacks, travel tips, and off-the-beaten-path fun! #Mexico #CruiseExcursion #DIYTravel ___________________________________________ Join this channel to get access to special perks: https://www.youtube.com/c/FearlessRambler/join ___________________________________________ Leave a Tip or buy me a Dr. Pepper https://streamelements.com/fearlessrambler/tip ___________________________________________ Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/fearlessrambler https://www.facebook.com/FearlessRambler e-mail: fearlessrambler@gmail.com YT: @FearlessRambler ___________________________________________ Send Me a Postcard: P.O. Box 552 Willard, UT 84340 ___________________________________________ Email from Dolphin Discovery: DEAR GEORGE Thank you very much for contacting Dolphin Discovery Group . It's a pleasure for us you´ve included us on your trip. Please read carefully the following confirmation and bring it with you upon registration print your reservation confirmation. Check-in Time and Meeting Place: Check-in 30 minutes prior to your booked schedule. Please verify local time upon arrival to avoid delays or missing your scheduled program. The address of Aquaventuras Park is Carretera Tepic Km 155 Bahía de Banderas 63732 Nuevo Vallarta, Nay. The park has a large visible sign at the entrance, the park is open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The admission to the park is included in your activity. Children’s policy: • Children over 4.6 ft will be allowed to participate alone in any of our dolphin programs by paying the adult rate. • Children over 3.9 ft up to 4.6 ft will be allowed to participate alone in the Encounter program. To participate in the Swim Adventure or Royal Swim programs, children must be accompanied by a paying adult. • Children over 3.3 ft and up to 3.9 ft will be allowed to participate in the Encounter program accompanied by a paying adult. To participate in the Swim Adventure or Royal Swim programs, children must be accompanied by two paying adults. • Children under 3.3 ft will be considered infants and will perform Encounter activities regardless of the program in which they participate (it is a requirement that they fit the vest). Additional Information: • The use of safety vests is required in all water programs • For safety reasons, pregnant women with more than 5 months are not allowed in any of our aquatic activities. Pregnant women with 5 months or less will be able to participate only if accompanied by another adult and having signed the responsibility form. • Bring towels and cash for taxis, shopping, meals, etc. • Water cameras are not allowed while you are participating in any dolphin program • The rate confirmed on this reservation does not apply with any other online or local promotion. • Gratuities are not included. Cancellation Policies covered by our Guarantee: No refunds apply to cancellations made 4 days before your program. All changes are subject to availability, on 24 hours request. Partial or full cancellations are subject to a 10% bank administration fee. This cancellation policy applies for all locations except for Punta Cana & Los Cabos, for these locations the refund will apply to start 2 days before your program. 0:00 Does Groupon work in Mexico?