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Carnival Cruise Line Opens Celebration Key: A $600M Bahamian Paradise

Jul 19, 2025Jul 20, 2025 Chris Cardona

Carnival Cruise Line has officially opened Celebration Key, its stunning new exclusive destination on Grand Bahama, marking a significant milestone in the company’s $600 million investment. The Carnival Vista made the inaugural visit, bringing nearly 5,000 guests to experience the “ultimate beach day.” Guests immediately dove into the fun, exploring unique attractions such as the iconic Suncastle – the world’s tallest sandcastle and home to two thrilling racing waterslides. Other firsts include the world’s largest swing and swim-up bar, and the Caribbean’s largest freshwater lagoons. The grand opening ceremony was…

Royal Caribbean’s Exclusive New Beach Club Now Open for Reservations

Jul 4, 2025 Chris Cardona

Royal Beach Club (Paradise Island) - Party Cove

Royal Caribbean has just opened bookings for its highly anticipated Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in The Bahamas, set to welcome guests starting late December 2025. This all-inclusive beach experience aims to blend the vibrant culture of The Bahamas with Royal Caribbean’s signature amenities, offering something for every type of vacationer. Guests sailing to Nassau from late December 2025 onward can now purchase their all-inclusive day passes directly on Royal Caribbean’s website. The club promises a day of relaxation, fun, and cultural immersion, featuring: Two pristine beaches and three distinct…

First Look at Royal Caribbean’s Royal Beach Club Bahamas

Dec 12, 2024 Chris Cardona

Royal Caribbean is showing no signs of slowing down the pace of new growth with ship launches, refurbishments and all-new exclusive destination experiences. For cruisers to Nassau, the site for the project is very familiar and the first view most people see when entering the port. The narrow stretch of land with lighthouse will be completely transformed into a signature Royal Caribbean Bahamian experience at Paradise Island, Aside from beaches and pools, guests purchasing a day pass can expect an all-inclusive list of amenities like water taxi service, wi-fi…

Disney Castaway Cay – Must Do Experience Highlights

May 23, 2021 Chris Cardona

Disney Cruise Line’s Castaway Cay is a highlight exclusively for guests on Disney’s Bahamas & Caribbean itineraries. Located near Great Abaco Island, this private destination was leased from the Bahamian government in 1997 and expires in 2096. While the island is 1,000 acres, Disney only utilizes around six percent for their operation. There’s no mistaking the fact you’re on a Disney island as the theming, cleanliness and friendly cast members are really an extension of what you see onboard and at Disney resorts. In this post, we highlight the…

Perfect Day at CocoCay – The Fun in the Sun Picture Tour

May 19, 2019May 19, 2019 Chris Cardona

Perfect Day at CocoCay is the reimagining of Royal Caribbean’s private Bahamian island. For years, the island has offered cruise guests a nice, tranquil beach day experience and that will still be an option at Perfect Day at CocoCay. In this picture tour, we present the open areas of Phase One, which includes the Thrill Water Park, Zip Line, Splashaway Bay, Oasis Lagoon, Chill Island, Up Up and Away Helium Balloon and casual dining options. Welcome Pier & Tram Service The first thing you’ll notice when you step off…