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Mon Dec 22, 2008 at 01:06 PM
i think it comes down to whether or not you choose a shore excurision in this port. my boyfriend and i went last february and had a great time! we did the catamaran & snorkel combo! we enjoyed the snorkeling in freeport 10 times more than in grand cayman (and grand caymen's supposed to be known for their reefs). after our excursion you strolled the marketplace and ate lunch at one of the local establishments. then we went to one of the local because (across from the market...we saw people walking in this direction with beach gear and decided to check out where they were coming/going from since it wasn't apparent whether or not there was a beach in the vacinity (with public access)) anyways, there was and we hung out at the beach for an hour or so before taking the bus back to the port. your bus ticket is good anytime that day to return to the port, so i suggest walking around the area before heading back (assuming you take a shore excursion). freeport is one of my favorite cruise ports though! i think the people who spoke badly didn't explore all the port had to offer!
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