Autism on the Seas Past Guest Excursion Reviews George Town, Grand Cayman

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1 comments. We suggest you pursue your own attempt of the excursions suitability for you and your family on your own, by either inquiring with the cruise line, and/or the excursion supplier s directly. Dolphin Encounter Date of Cruise Apr, 2018 Duration (approx) 3 hr Comments Awful. My son refused to participate. It took up our entire day. Nobody even offered to help me get a ride back to port or something different we could do Trolley Roger Date of Cruise Apr, 2017 Duration (approx) - Comments Trolley was a trailer attached to a Jeep that was pulled through the city and a few neighborhoods while the drive talked about the island. There was a 5 minute stop at a beach. We saw several iguanas. Ok for our kids. We wish we would have gone to seven mile beach instead. Pedro St. James Mansion and Sea Turtles Date of Cruise Mar, 2017 Duration (approx) 2.5 hrs Comments We tindered immediately from the ship to the concrete slab to wait for our next tinder, where we waited 1+ hours due to poor scheduling by and involved tinders. The "live performance" which was just audio and projections along with the mansion tour was a bust. I would give it a negative star, if I could. Unfortunately, I do not remember offering just a sea turtles excursion. You had to get the package of the mansion tour and sea turtles However, I would recommend the sea turtles excursion by itself. It made sense why some parties took cabs instead. StingRay City Date of Cruise Feb, 2017 Would recommend to other Special Needs Families? Comments Left boat, waited 20 minute under tent to board trolley minute trolley ride to boat. Boat engine loud. Them 15 minute to sandbar to swim with stingrays. Water waist deep a little waiver than normal. The crew was awesome and asked the children before bringing the stingray close if they wanted to touch it. There was no pressure. Then after a few they came back and asked again once kids got comfortable. Not handicap/ wheelchairs. Very loud on boat.. Jack did fine Tiki Beach 7 Mile Date of Cruise Oct, 2016 Duration (approx) 3.5 hrs Comments It was raining - short stay. We did not purchase the food plan, so we decided to order some entrees. Food was ok, but expensive. Not worth buying the food plan. Beach area was to close to coral reef - good for snorkeling but not for swimming far in.

2 Nautilus Undersea Adventure Date of Cruise Oct, 2016 Duration (approx) 1 hr Comments Our son is higher function and able to walk he loved it. It is down a set of narrow stairs so someone who has mobility issues would have difficulties as there s basically no room to walk down beside a person. Once downstairs lots of room. Tour by land and sea Date of Cruise Oct, 2016 Duration (approx) 2 ½ hrs Comments I thought that it was a good experience. It was a lot of in and out of the vehicle though. Dolphin Encounter and 7 Mile Beach Date of Cruise Jun, 2016 Duration (approx) 5 hrs Comments We did not require and specific accommodations, but overall, the Dolphin Discovery was really good with all kids. Very gentle, took their time explaining things. Just know in advance, photos are very expensive and cameras are not allowed. The beach was beautiful. The Caymen Turtle Farm Date of Cruise Nov, 2015 Comments They were able to ensure that the adaptive stroller could be accommodated, but it took us many days to get a response. Island Tour and Native Saltwater Forest Tour Date of Cruise Apr, 2016 Comments We enjoyed this tour. It is low key and gives you a chance to see the island from the comfort of a bus. It is a good tour for adults or older kids, there isn't a lot of opportunity for movement for the little ones. 7 Mile Beach Date of Cruise Apr 2015 Duration (approx) Comments We went with the AOTS group/staff to this beach. Beautiful water, had lots of fun. Beach chairs are there but you have to rent them, $5.00 a piece. There is a restaurant there to eat at (you have to pay),

3 didn't eat there so not sure if it s good or not. Captain Jack Beach Date of Cruise Mar 2015 Comments Great experience! We took a bus to the free beach (less than 10 minutes drive) and had a great time. Clean beach w outdoor shower and tables and chairs. I would recommend for specials needs families and inexpensive. We rented snorkeling equipment for $10 each. Amphibious Bus Tour Date of Cruise Aug 2014 Duration (approx) 2 Hrs Comments was a short excursion and our son did well on it. Will like's buses so he really liked it and he got to feed the fish. Cayman Safari Adventures - East Island Tour Date of Cruise Jul 2014 Comments Four wheel drive jeep tour of the eastern side of the island, including nature reserve (very cool) and turtle farm (also quite cool and got to hold turtles). Very accommodating of our autistic son and would recommend to anyone. Fun Fish Charter Date of Cruise Mar, 2014 Duration (approx) 4 Comments It was a private charter for up to 8 people and was very accommodating to everyone's needs. There was plenty of individual attention, especially at "Stingray City" and everyone got to hold and pet a stingray as much as desired. Glass Bottom Boat Date of Cruise Aug, 2014 Comments We had a good time. We did not have a special need or accommodation related to this excursion. Grand Cayman by Land and Sea Date of Cruise Aug, 2014 Duration (approx) 3.5 Hrs

4 Comments Went with a group of 12 all were in our AOS group. First stop was submarine were we spent an hour looking through the submarine windows to see beautiful tropical fish, ship wrecks, and sea turtles. Everyone loved it. We then all got in a bus and went to the Sea Turtle Farm. It was fantastic. Kids got to hold the sea turtles. It was lunch and everyone was hungry, but they didn't give us much time to eat, very rushed, and very expensive. I would suggest packing a snack from the ship. We next visited a Rum cake factory, and everyone had a great time, more fun than I expected. The parents enjoyed the samples of rum! We then went to a rock formation called "Hell". That was neat for the kids to see. The tour guide was vey accommodating to our group. Push, Pull, Swim Dolphin/Turtle Farm Date of Cruise Mar 2012 Comments Amazing. Therapeutic for my kids. Captain Hook's Pirate Adventure Date of Cruise Mar 2012 Comments My kids enjoyed it, but could see how it could be over stimulating for some. Dolphin Kiss and Swim Date of Cruise Aug 2012 Comments Ian loved it. We were concerned about him getting in the water since he had no interest in swimming in the pool or ocean. But once he saw the dolphins he jumped right in! However it was not very handicapped friendly for me. Captain Hook s Pirate Show Date of Cruise Apr 2012 Comments Adriana loves shows. This was a fun show with dancing and singing. Dolphin Kiss Comments Got to touch and kiss dolphin in waste high water. Was highlight of our trip! No cameras allowed as excursion sold pictures. Cost of pictures was $14 each; good price as some families said that dolphin swim in Cozumel charged $100 per picture! Would've done dolphin swim if not with Autistic 5 yr old son. But this is perfect for younger kids.

5 Captain Hook's Pirate Adventure Date of Cruise Dec, 2011 Comments We met the group - they were all dressed in pirate (Halloween type) costumes - it was loud and cheesy, but we loved it! We got to "fight" the enemy pirates with balloon swords and then ate hot dogs and french fries. There was an open bar for the adults. It is great for those who love LOTS of activity, but can be loud and chaotic for those who need loads of structure. Parasail Comments They explained very simply what to do and told her again when we were getting strapped in. This certainly was a great experience for her but is not for the faint of heart. Only recommend if the child is "adventuresome". There was a problem booking thru Royal Caribbean and we had to have Mike intervene. I will NOT book with the ship again, but book with a private companies on internet before sailing Pirates Duration (approx) 1.5 hrs Comments the staff on the pirate ship did not know that our children were special needs but the kids did okay with parental intervention. Stingray City Duration (approx) 5 hrs Comments Awesome Turtles Deluxe Duration (approx) 4 Hrs Comments It was okay, but other than just looking at the turtles and being able to wander freely, the highlight, snorkeling with the turtles, was not something our son could do. So it ended up being a lot of waiting. If you thing it is something your child could do, I\'d go with the regular turtle tour, not the deluxe. The only difference was lunch which not of us cared for. Instead we opted for their bar and grill. Turtle Farm Date of Cruise Dec, 2011

6 Comments It was calm, cool and collective! It would be great for All KIDS! Chankana River Tubing Comments Only good for people with very high functioning or Aspergers. The roads were bumpy to and from the river. Comments staff was very accommodating, Chukka ATV Safari Duration (approx) 3.5 hrs Comments staff was very accommodating, 7 Mile Beach Date of Cruise Nov 2008 Duration (approx) Question not part of feedback form at time the feedback was obtained. Would recommend to other Special Needs Families? Question not part of feedback form at time the feedback was obtained. Comments Beach good. Buffet was expensive for kids since our kids do not eat very much. Would have liked to buy al a carte from the resorts grill. Bus Tour Date of Cruise Nov 2008 Duration (approx) Question not part of feedback form at time the feedback was obtained. Would recommend to other Special Needs Families? Question not part of feedback form at time the feedback was obtained. Comments We got off the ship, and did some shopping. We took a tour bus that went around the whole island. Plus, the bus had air conditioning, and only cost $15 a person. Turtle Farm/Stingray Island Date of Cruise Nov 2008 Duration (approx) Question not part of feedback form at time the feedback was obtained. Would recommend to other Special Needs Families? Question not part of feedback form at time the feedback was obtained. Comments Was fun, kids will like it. Be aware that at Stingray Island you are anchored in the middle of the water and will be given life vest to swim to the stingrays. May not be ok for kids that have sensory issues.