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Creator Had Mixed FeelingsCabin / Ship TourπŸ₯‰Knowledgeable Creator
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Creator's Key Takeaways

We are a tad soaked. And that rain continued to come down in what I would call torrential downpours pretty much all morning.

I'm not going to lie. It was quite miserable because the rain was coming down so hard.

Now, the sun has come out, so we just went to the Rusty Parrot, which is a private experience. We did a rum tasting... It was actually pretty good.

I would say if it wasn't raining, I would probably give it a six or seven out of 10.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Bring a poncho or umbrella if visiting the islands during rainy season.
βœ“Pack a microfiber towel or beach towel from the ship for unexpected rain.
βœ“Consider skipping the trolley tour and instead take an organized tour or taxi to see more of the island.
βœ“Have water, hats, and sunscreen for the walk back to the ship, as it is not shaded.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Rain and weather affecting the tour experience β€” Bring ponchos, umbrellas, and towels; weather can change quickly.
Mobility issues during the tour β€” The trolley tour is good for those with limited mobility to get into town easily, but some stops like the Rusty Parrot bar are not accessible.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to do a trolley tour in Philipsburg, St. Maarten during a cruise stop?
QWhat are the highlights and drawbacks of the trolley tour?
QWhat can you do if you skip the tour and explore the city on your own?

Topics Covered

Port DestinationΒ½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

PhilipsburgΒ½ Happy Bacon
Top: Trolley Tour
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Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = β€œmeh”, 5 = β€œbacon bliss”. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.

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YouTube Video Description↓

In this video we are visiting Philipsburg St. Maarten and doing a trolley tour through our Royal Caribbean cruise. We explore the city as part of the tour and then set off on our own. Stay tuned to see what we thought of the tour and how the day turns out. 0:00 - Intro 0:47 - Trolley Tour 7:51 - Exploring the City 12:49 - Back to the Ship & Port Area 13:50 - Closing #stmaarten #philipsburg #cruisetour *** Support my channel to help me bring you more travel content!: Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/averagetourist Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theaveragetourist *** Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theaveragetourist Check out my travel blog where I share even more tips and resources for travel!: https://www.theaveragetourist.com *** Check out some of my other cruise videos: Things to do in St. Maarten: https://youtu.be/lOUGQssGbKY?si=jkIvx4HqaflhP5Qi St. Maarten Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tC4ef6A437I&list=PLaX08Dqq2QgcQ8SV0SRtB5BuezgpkzCdu&pp=gAQB Royal Caribbean Explorer of the Seas: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaX08Dqq2Qget7gkbKmDwDY5OU1Hipb-v Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaX08Dqq2QgfMbqsnAlwNY_NR6BGgxSNX Royal Caribbean Freedom of the Seas: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaX08Dqq2QgeT03E3rehhrKStZuAUFKBK&si=4pVIfwma5JA4G89b Norwegian Breakaway: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaX08Dqq2QgemPY1RS0kwIZcEr6H-GacG Norwegian Epic: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaX08Dqq2QgcjgHPcPCs8fdZteDvMnpwb Norwegian Bliss: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaX08Dqq2QgexYBYH7LWP25yyR3hpO7N7&si=2Ri4IgW0XetARL74 Norwegian Escape: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaX08Dqq2QgfzEKKBlJxsbEnLY3o_qQ_J&si=u-j9moT6oMCS-LLq From: https://www.discoverpuertorico.com/article/13-old-san-juan-landmarks-you-shouldnt-miss A visit to Viejo San Juan is like traveling back in time. Walk the blue cobblestone streets of the oldest city in America for a look into the core of Puerto Rican history and culture. The pastel-colored colonial architecture and military forts of Old San Juan blend harmoniously with the modern to create a truly unique and authentic Puerto Rican experience. Whether you’re a history lover, a cruise passenger visiting for the day, or someone searching for the ultimate photo to remember their trip by, here is a list of landmarks and iconic places not to miss while visiting this remarkable city.