DRINKS TOURS · LUNCH EXPERIENCES
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 long lunches with drinks worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Review of Split’s Blue Lagoon and three-island cruise, with swimming stops, onboard lunch, wine, practical tips, value, and honest drawbacks.
“A very fun, adventurous, and scenic trip! Our guide Nana was amazing and I would highly recommend this trip to others in the Split area.”
Review of Athens’ 10-hour cruise to Agistri, Moni, and Aegina, with Greek lunch, drinks, swimming, snorkeling, and practical tips.
“Crew was very nice; ship was old and tired with sun mats that you had to crawl across lots of people to get in and out of. Had to keep removing shoes to go on/ off these. Back of the boat was the smoking section (on a boat? But entire crew smoked) so couldn’t go there. Bathroom ok. It was the end of the season so through no fault of the crew, the islands were completely dead and not worth going to; middle island is uninhabited and they just anchored off it for a swim. Food was very good for lunch and wine was OK. Mediocre experience overall.”
Review of Cancun’s Isla Mujeres catamaran tour with snorkeling, open bar, beach club access, lunch options, costs, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“A really fun day out. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. Really fun vibe. Would highly recommend.”
Review of the Saona Island day trip from Punta Cana, with speedboat, natural pool, lunch, open bar, beach time, costs, and practical tips.
“Best part is the natural pool the water is so crystal clear and we actually found a starfish the island is nice food is ok”
Review of Cancun’s Isla Mujeres catamaran cruise with reef snorkeling, open bar, buffet lunch, beach time, costs, and practical tips.
“We loved this excursion. The crew on the catamaran was very attentive, and we had a lot of fun. The lunch buffet was much better than others that we have had on other trips.”
Review of Melbourne’s Yarra Valley wine tour with four tastings, lunch, chocolate, and optional gin or beer, including value and practical tips.
“Host was awesome fun. Weather was terrible but it didn’t matter, between the food, wine, gin, banter it was brilliant. Totally would recommend.”
Review of Barbados’ small-group catamaran turtle snorkel, with shipwrecks, Bajan lunch, open bar, hotel pickup, and practical tips.
“So simple and easy to book this online and given the information through WhatsApp with instructions where to meet. Super friendly staff, Captain Colin 😊 really enjoyed snorkelling over the shipwreck it far exceeded my expectations. Fantastic meal on board with free flowing drinks, highly recommend this trip. A lovely team with Shaun trying to catch some fish.”
Review of the Klein Curaçao catamaran day trip with BBQ lunch, premium open bar, snorkeling, sea turtles, and practical sea-sickness tips.
“The crew is amazing! I lost my phone and they went out of their way to help me look for it, and they even found my wallet when I misplaced it. The vibes are great, and I’d definitely recommend this place!”
Review of Cancun’s 4-in-1 Xenotes tour, with kayaking, snorkeling, rappelling, ziplining, meals, drinks, and practical booking tips.
“We had Adolfo for our guide yesterday - he was funny, kind, and respectful of what everyone wanted to do! We had so much fun all day. Definitely buy water shoes ahead of time and bring a waterproof camera or phone case to take your own photos! No need for sunscreen under the tree cover, in fact, you have to wash it off at the start of the day so as to not pollute the cenote water that the locals drink from. No bugs bothered us. We stayed in our swimsuits all day and left our clothes on the bus, which we had access to frequently. The lunch was filling…”
Review of Malta’s Spirit of Malta catamaran to Comino, with Blue Lagoon swims, buffet lunch, open bar, music, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Fab experience and crew friendly and helpful. Drinks and food very good Swimming and snorkeling were brill”
Review of Side’s Dolphin Island boat trip, with hotel pickup, swim stops, lunch, soft drinks, sea views, entertainment, and practical tips.
“It was a lovely day, the boat crew were lovely and welcoming. Lunch was more than enough and delicious, basic soft drinks were free whilst you paid for cans, ice creams and chocolate ect. We stopped for swim breaks which were all nice. We didn't get to see any dolphins but the whole day was enjoyable. The only improvement needed was the foam party. I think the crew needed to be more involved in getting guests to participate. Overall I would definitely recommend this trip.”
Review of Cabo’s half-day snorkel catamaran tour, with sea lions, two bays, paddleboards, lunch, open bar, costs, and practical tips.
“The crew staff was excellent. They made sure all passengers were catered to during the whole excursion. Excellent team . Will book again”
Review of Marmaris boat trip with hotel pickup, swimming stops, Turunc visit, BBQ lunch, and unlimited drinks for $24.
“we got placed onto her turkish speak8ng boat but it was fun nevertheless as we dances with the Turkish folk. the swimming oiunts were beautifully picturesque”
Review of Marmaris’ $22 boat trip with hotel transfers, BBQ lunch, soft drinks, swimming stops, Turunc, and practical booking advice.
“Superb day out,well worth the money,and all inclusive too,would recommend to anyone,so if your going to Marmaris,book this trip”
Review of Alanya’s $17 pirate boat trip with coastal sights, cave stops, swimming, BBQ lunch, soft drinks, transfers, and foam-party fun.
“Absolutley amazing if you looking for a chilled relaxed trip! Worth the money, the food on the boad was delicious there was enough drinks (bottled) cola, fanta, spire, water, I swear they are the only people that use spices and seasonings in their food! Activities were good as well, so if you have children they do a foam party, snd some jumping into the water (free of charge life jackets available) I've read the comments about the photographer but as soon as I said no to picture, he left us to it and I havent seen him since. But honestly I would go back! I can recommend that to everyone.…”
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