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Our FIRST TIME in Grand Turk! (What to do in port)

EECC Travels
EECC Travels
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👁️ 36K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 9:22

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents a visit to Grand Turk during a cruise on the Carnival Mardi Gras. After waiting for the initial crowds to disperse, the creator explores the port area, noting the various shops, restaurants, and a walking pier that extends over the water. The video highlights local landmarks, including a replica of astronaut John Glenn's space capsule, and describes the availability of beach amenities like loungers and a bar. The creator also shares their experience snorkeling near the ship, mentioning the presence of fish and the challenge of swimming against the current. Following the port excursion, the creator returns to the ship to spend time in the thermal suite. They describe the amenities available in the suite, such as the Colossus pool, stone loungers, and cold water buckets for temperature regulation. The video concludes with the creator relaxing in the thermal suite as the cruise nears its end.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Mardi Gras
Solid Strip
All-time creator consensus for Mardi Gras
A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

this is our first time in Grand Turk so let's go see what it's all about

I love these cool off buckets so if you go in the sauna or in the steam room and you get too hot you can come out here and pull this cord and get cold water on you

this is so relaxing to me this is the epitome of relaxation

Creator's Tips & Advice

Wait for crowds to disperse before getting off the ship
Be careful of broken edges on the walking pier
Try snorkeling near the buoys for better views

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Crowds at portWait for crowds to disperse before getting off the ship

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat to do in Grand Turk port
QHow to avoid crowds on a cruise port day
QWhat is the snorkeling like in Grand Turk

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