Hi, we are arriving in SJU via Delta at 11:45 a.m. We are departing by Intercaribbean at 2:35. I have read on this forum that there might be some issues if we check our bags due to having to obtain our checked bags and reenter the airport and go through security, etc.
We are looking at doing carryons but we are bringing our snorkel gear with us which is posing the problem. Do you think we would have enough time with 2 hours from arrival to departure in SJU to obtain our checked luggage without issue and make it to the IC departure gate?
Or should we really try to do carry ons only?
We are traveling with a 6 year old so we want to ensure we plan this trip as efficiently and safely as possible. Missing our IC flight is not an option.
How does everyone else pack for a week in the BVIs when flying into EIS? Thanks for your insight and advice!
Echoing Jason it was easy on IC 2 weeks ago. IC goes out of gate D at SJU and we came in B. 2 groups down on different days (DCA - SJU - EIS) and 1 group back no issues with less than 2 hours time and we made it in 35 mins. On the way down you dont leave the airport and go back through security...it is coming back from EIS to SJU where you have to reenter security at SJU.
On way back EIS security is somewhat slow so I like to get there and get through the security door with time to spare. EIS now actually takes the bags that weigh over 10lbs at the EIS gate and puts them on the plane as opposed to making you carry them through security
In regards to snorkel gear we pack masks and snorkel or full face gear and then get the fins down there. If it comes down to avoiding checking or taking fins then we are getting fins down there. Make good use of the personal item...we bring on dry bags with gear
Pack 1/2 the clothes and 2x the cash...:)
Have fun
Rob
