Plan B: Detailed Low-Budget Itinerary
Rhapsody of the Seas Ports | June 22-29, 2025
Day 2: St. Thomas (Charlotte Amalie)
Option 1: Drake's Seat Viewpoint + Magens Bay Beach
- Walk Time from Port: 10-15 mins walk to town, then taxi ~$6 per person to viewpoint, taxi ~$5 per person to
beach
- Transport Cost: ~$16 (transport + beach entry) per person
- Estimated Duration: 5-6 hours
- Details:
Visit panoramic views at Drake's Seat. Relax or swim at Magens Bay Beach (entry ~$5). Return to port by
taxi.
Option 2: Pirate Treasure Museum + Walk Around Town
- Walk Time from Port: 10 mins walk to museum from port
- Transport Cost: ~$15 (museum + snack) per person
- Estimated Duration: 3-4 hours
- Details:
Explore the interactive Pirate Museum (~$10 entry). Visit 99 Steps and Blackbeard's Castle (outside, free).
Snack at local cafe.
Day 3: St. Croix (Frederiksted & Christiansted)
Option 1: Frederiksted Beach + Fort Frederik
- Walk Time from Port: 5-10 mins walk from port to beach
- Transport Cost: ~$3 (fort entry) per person
- Estimated Duration: 4 hours
- Details:
Swim and relax at Frederiksted Beach. Visit Fort Frederik (~$3 entry). Explore town.
Option 2: Christiansted Historic Walk (local bus)
- Walk Time from Port: Bus ride 45 mins each way
- Transport Cost: ~$11 (bus + entry + snack) per person
- Estimated Duration: 5-6 hours
- Details:
Bus to Christiansted. Visit Fort Christiansvaern (~$3 entry), walk boardwalk, local snack ($5). Return by bus.
Day 4: St. Maarten (Philipsburg)
Option 1: Boardwalk + Great Bay Beach
- Walk Time from Port: 15 mins walk from port
- Transport Cost: ~$3-$5 (snacks) per person
- Estimated Duration: 4-5 hours
- Details:
Relax and swim at Great Bay Beach. Walk the boardwalk, try local snacks, and explore Front Street.
Option 2: Fort Amsterdam Hike + St. Maarten Museum
- Walk Time from Port: 15 mins uphill walk to fort
- Transport Cost: ~$3 (museum entry) per person
- Estimated Duration: 3-4 hours
- Details:
Hike to Fort Amsterdam for views. Visit St. Maarten Museum (~$3). Walk back via boardwalk.
Day 5: St. Lucia (Castries)
Option 1: Vigie Beach + Plane Spotting
- Walk Time from Port: 25-30 mins walk from port
- Transport Cost: ~$3-$5 (snacks) per person
- Estimated Duration: 5-6 hours
- Details:
Relax at Vigie Beach. Watch planes land near airport. Walk back to port.
Option 2: Morne Fortune Fort + Castries Market
- Walk Time from Port: Taxi ~$10 per person round trip
- Transport Cost: ~$10 (taxi) per person
- Estimated Duration: 4 hours
- Details:
Visit Morne Fortune Fort and lookout. Explore Castries Market for local foods and crafts.
Day 6: Barbados (Bridgetown)
Option 1: Carlisle Bay Beach
- Walk Time from Port: 25 mins walk from port
- Transport Cost: ~$5-$7 (local food) per person
- Estimated Duration: 5-6 hours
- Details:
Swim, snorkel, and relax at Carlisle Bay. Try local food like fish cutters and fish cakes.
Option 2: Animal Flower Cave + Pelican Craft Village
- Walk Time from Port: Taxi ~$10-$15 per person round trip
- Transport Cost: ~$15-$20 (taxi + cave entry) per person
- Estimated Duration: 4-5 hours
- Details:
Visit the Animal Flower Cave for sea caves and pools (~$5 entry). Browse Pelican Craft Village.
General Tips:
- Walking shoes and hydration are essential.
- Pack snacks and water to save money.
- Share taxi rides to reduce costs.
- Start early to avoid heat and crowds.
- Check local bus info at port for exact costs and times.
