Side Trips
Freeport, Bahamas
There are many things to do in Freeport if you want to get away from the regular pool and beach scene to try something new! In Freeport the most popular excursions are:
- Swimming with dolphins
- Deep sea fishing
- Parasailing
- Jet ski rentals
- Banana boat rides
- Shopping at the Port Lucaya marketplace
Many hotels offer more information at the front desk/tourist desk. If you have a large group, your GradCity staff will help arrange your plans, but if you are going with only a few, please check at your hotel for the best deals.
Jaco Beach, Costa Rica
There are many things to do in Costa Rica if you want to get away from the regular beach scene and try something new. In Costa Rica the most popular excursions are:
- Horseback Riding
- Surfing Lessons
- ATV Tours
- Rainforest Tours
- Canopy Tours
Orlando, Florida
There are many things to do in Orlando if you want to get away from the parks and try something new. In Orlando the most popular excursions are:
- Shopping in Downtown Disney
- Medieval Times Restaurant
- Swim with Dolphins at Discovery Cove
Whistler
There are many things to do in Whistler if you want to get away from the slopes for a bit and try something new. In Whistler the most popular activities are:
- Shopping Downtown
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowshoeing
- Snow tubing
Salt Lake City, Utah
There are many things to do in Salt Lake if you want to get away from the slopes for a bit and try something new. In Salt Lake the most popular activities are:
- Visit Olympic Park – home of the 2002 winter Olympics
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowshoeing
- Shopping Downtown
Nassau, Bahamas
There are many things to do in Nassau if you want to get away from the regular beach and pool scene to try something new! In Nassau the most popular excursions are:
- Jet skiing
- SCUBA diving
- Kayaking
- Shopping at the downtown ‘straw market’
- Parasailing
- Banana boat rides
Puerto Vallarta
There are many things to do in Puerto Vallarta if you want to get away from the regular pool and beach scene to try something new! In Puerto Vallarta the most popular excursions are:
- Canopy Tours
- Outdoor Adventure Tours, which include 5 activities in 1: Speed raft or open air truck ride to the adventure location, mule ride up a mountain, canopy tour, repelling down waterfalls, rope bridge crossing
- Swimming with dolphins
GradCity uses Vallarta Adventures as our ground handler and they are located in specific hotels during specific times either given to you during your orientation or posted at the GradCity bulletin board at your hotel. By using their services they can help you make reservations with ease and will provide discounts and specials.
Panama City Beach
There are many things to do in and around Panama City Beach if you want to get away from the regular pool and beach scene to try something new! In Panama City Beach the most popular excursions and day trips are:
- Jet skiing
- Banana boat rides
- Parasailing
South Padre Island, Texas
There are many things to do in and around South Padre Island if you want to get away from the regular pool and beach scene to try something new! In South Padre Island the most popular excursions and day trips are:
- Day trips to Mexico
- Surfing lessons
- Snorkeling and diving in the reefs
Cancun, Mexico
There are many things to do in Cancun if you want to get away from the regular beach scene and try something new. In Cancun the most popular excursions are:
- Snorkeling
- Day trips to and tours of Chichen Itza
- Trips to Xelha, Tulum or Xcaret
- Jungle tours
- Swimming with the dolphins
GradCity uses Hotel Beds as our ground handler and they are located in specific hotels during specific times -either given to you during your orientation, or posted at the GradCity bulletin board at your hotel. When you use their services they will help you make reservations with ease and will also provide discounts and specials.
Honolulu, Hawaii
There are many things to do in Hawaii if you want to get away from the regular beach scene and try something new. In Hawaii the most popular excursions are:
- Hawaiian Luau
- Pearl Harbor Tour
- Surfing Lessons
- Shopping Downtown
- Helicopter Tours
Mt. Snow
There are many things to do on Mt Snow if you want to get away from the slopes for a bit and try something new. At Mt Snow, the most popular activities are:
- Snow tubing
- Snowshoeing Tours
- Shopping at the Base
- Take the Moo-ver bus downtown
Robinson Crusoe Day Trip Excursion
Enjoy a scenic boat ride on a triple deck catamaran to get to a remote Island. Then relax on a sun-drenched beach, snorkel over coral reefs or explore the island's winding paths and tidal pools in true Robinson Crusoe style. And, when you're hungry enjoy our sumptuous lunch buffet with unlimited lemonade & fruit punch. After lunch stretch out in a hammock under a palm and enjoy the magnificent view from our shaded deck.
Straw Market
Take a trip downtown and visit the world famous Straw Market, home of the largest market in the Bahamas. The Straw Market is a one stop shop to buy all of your souvenir's for your friends and loved ones. Items range from t-shirts to jewelry to carved wood items.