Which Rolex to bring on vacation?

[daytonagmt]

SD4K, Old Batman or Hulk?

Will be travelling to NYC and onboard a cruise to Caribbean islands.
SD4K is the least flashy piece, draw least attention. Good for swimming in the Caribbeans.
Old Batman is shinny, the polished links catch eyeballs.
Hulk is for the sea. For sure it looks great while sunbathing on cruise.

Difficult choice though. Any thoughts? Thanks.

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[GradyPhilpott]

I always advise that if you have to ask this question, you don't know enough about your destination to wear an expensive watch and you should therefore wear something nice, but inexpensive.

The difference between a nice, safe location and the pit of hell can be only a block or two and an ill-advised turn off the beaten path can be very costly.

[huncho]

you will be safe in nyc wearing anything, especially in the city (manhattan). obviously there are bad places but as a tourist you'll never be there, and i assume there's nothing to worry about on a cruise so i would just wear your fav piece

[torrente]

Originally Posted by daytonagmt

SD4K, Old Batman or Hulk?

Will be travelling to NYC and onboard a cruise to Caribbean islands.
SD4K is the least flashy piece, draw least attention. Good for swimming in the Caribbeans.
Old Batman is shinny, the polished links catch eyeballs.
Hulk is for the sea. For sure it looks great while sunbathing on cruise.
Difficult choice though. Any thoughts? Thanks.

I would wear the Hulk and I would get another inexpensive watch in case that you would prefer an inexpensive watch to explore an unknown shore without stress.

[seabreeze60]

Leaving for Kauai today. Switched watches three times before catching an Uber for the airport.

On a Cruise go with flash. I like PM. If you’re out with the locals take a $29.99 special.

[Maxy]

I'll get the watch which has the words S e i k o written on the dial!

[kilyung]

All will work equally well. I’d take a Sub for the glidelock.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by Maxy

I'll get the watch which has the words S e i k o written on the dial!

[O M Z]

Hulk!


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[CharlesN]

As you are unsure its time you went and bought another rolex.

One specifically reserved for your travels when you don't know what to wear.

OIn a more serious nite.

Either the SD4K or the batman for my choice.

I usually travel with 2 watches ... A Sub date for the day whilst scuba diving and swimming etc and a patek Aquanaut for the evenings.

[Jg422]

None of those are that flashy.. I’d probably bring the green sub. Let the dial do the work


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[piratfisk]

I highly doubt you'll get mugged in NYC, especially in the nicer areas of Manhattan. Do yourself a favor & stay clear of Times Square. Take whichever one you like the best. I've only ever been to Honolulu in Hawaii & there were sketchier parts of that city (tons of crystal meth & homeless people) than in my native NY.

edit: Disregard the part about Hawaii. I read Caribbean & thought Hawaii... Tiredness...

[antbkny]

Sd4k or Sub

[poidog81]

Which islands?

If you only want to take one, I would lean towards the hulk.

[daytonagmt]

Originally Posted by poidog81

Which islands?

If you only want to take one, I would lean towards the hulk.

Bermuda, Sint Maarten, San Juan and Labadee(Haiti)

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[jackin_jill]

Originally Posted by daytonagmt

Bermuda, Sint Maarten, San Juan and Labadee(Haiti)

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That sounds to me like a Royal Caribbean Western Caribbean cruise. Correct me if I'm wrong?

I would say Hulk. The dial is at it's most beautiful in direct sunlight

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[ecdc]

Which Caribbean island? Cayman? I've worn my Daytona. St. Barts? Daytona. Barbados? Gshock. Jamaica? Estimate the time using the sun. I'm never going to put my family at risk simply to wear a fancy wristwatch. Know your destination and accessorize accordingly. If you decide on a Rolex, there may be ports where it's prudent to leave it in your cabin's safe.

[Pw92676]

Hulk. I feel it fits in perfectly with a cruise and Caribbean.

[strafer_kid]

Originally Posted by Jg422

None of those are that flashy.. I’d probably bring the green sub. Let the dial do the work


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The thing is that nowadays they don't have to be flashy, nor in most instances are the morons who steal these going to be selective about which model it is. They may just go for a watch and roll the dice as to what they get. If in doubt, just take something inexpensive - removes the worry and to some degree the risk.

[poidog81]

Originally Posted by daytonagmt

Bermuda, Sint Maarten, San Juan and Labadee(Haiti)

You will not have a problem on any of these islands except for Haiti. I'm assuming Royal Caribbean?

• Bermuda oozes money

• Sint Maarten you will be fine in the tourist areas and on the French side. There can be some rougher areas on the Dutch side, but you'll more than likely won't wonder there. Depending on what you are going for, I would recommend taking a taxi over to the french side and getting lunch, shopping, beach, exploring over there, more of a European feel. Great AD over on St.M.

• San Juan you'll be fine in Old San Juan, Condado, etc. Be careful with La Perla, the neighborhood on the coast between the two forts in San Juan (outside the old city walls). It has heavy gang history but is in a revitaliation, welcoming locals that want to show their neighbood off. Worth a trip if you're the adventurous type but leave the bling in your cabin safe. Stop in a cafe and get a mallorca sandwich... they are amazing https://www.nytimes.com/2013/02/20/d...-san-juan.html

• At Labadee there is an exclusion zone that RC keeps locals out of... I would not venture outside of that area. Vendors will also paddle in via canoe to get to you. I'd just stay on the ship.

[nick c]

I did this route many times, every one on board wearing Rolex watches, even in New York City, you will be fine. Enjoy

[dbleoh7]

I would say don't wear any of them if you are unfamiliar with the areas. You don't want to make yourself a target for criminals.

[Brew]

Is the GMT waterproof? Do you have any need for its complication? If the answers aren't determinative for this one, flip a coin.

[WatchBro]

Originally Posted by torrente

I would wear the Hulk and I would get another inexpensive watch in case that you would prefer an inexpensive watch to explore an unknown shore without stress.

Do not leave your Rolex in your cruise ship cabin.

[torrente]

Originally Posted by WatchBro

Do not leave your Rolex in your cruise ship cabin.

Never had a problem, but I do not leave it in the safe...

[daytonagmt]

Originally Posted by poidog81

You will not have a problem on any of these islands except for Haiti. I'm assuming Royal Caribbean?

• Bermuda oozes money

• Sint Maarten you will be fine in the tourist areas and on the French side. There can be some rougher areas on the Dutch side, but you'll more than likely won't wonder there. Depending on what you are going for, I would recommend taking a taxi over to the french side and getting lunch, shopping, beach, exploring over there, more of a European feel. Great AD over on St.M.

• San Juan you'll be fine in Old San Juan, Condado, etc. Be careful with La Perla, the neighborhood on the coast between the two forts in San Juan (outside the old city walls). It has heavy gang history but is in a revitaliation, welcoming locals that want to show their neighbood off. Worth a trip if you're the adventurous type but leave the bling in your cabin safe. Stop in a cafe and get a mallorca sandwich... they are amazing https://www.nytimes.com/2013/02/20/d...-san-juan.html

• At Labadee there is an exclusion zone that RC keeps locals out of... I would not venture outside of that area. Vendors will also paddle in via canoe to get to you. I'd just stay on the ship.

Wow, thanks so much for the travel advices. I am looking forward to visiting the Maho Beach in Sint Maarten. As a plane lover, I have always wanted to go there and see the plane lands. Will try to make it to the French part of the island.
I will bring a G-shock as well. I guess it is better for wandering in San Juan and Labadee. Some comments above say I shouldn't leave the Rolex in the cabin safe. Is that really unsafe?

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[ozwatchguy]

I’d take the sd4k or hulk, I’m currently in Bali Indonesia and haven’t taken My SubC off

[bezler]

Originally Posted by daytonagmt

Some comments above say I shouldn't leave the Rolex in the cabin safe. Is that really unsafe?

That is good advice. Hotel room or cabin safes are notoriously unsafe. Never use them. There are well-known master codes, and theft by staff is very common.



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[WatchLurv]

Originally Posted by bezler

That is good advice. Hotel room or cabin safes are notoriously unsafe. Never use them. There are well-known master codes, and theft by staff is very common.



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I always leave the do not disturb sign on when keeping stuff in the safe (at any hotel, as I've never ventured on a cruise).

[jsausley]

Anything is fine for exploring the Caribbean as a tourist. Mostly you'll be in resort-style destinations, on the beach, on a tour bus, with affiliated taxi/drivers, etc. You'll be safe in those places.

It's when you're going for a week and really plan on getting into the culture and local areas that you run the risk of sticking out and becoming a target.

I've been on over 20 cruises and have never felt unsafe in the Caribbean. But if I were going on a solo trip to Jamaica and staying at a small local hotel I would leave the Rolex watches at home.