Cruise line private islands are some of the most popular stops-but not all of the are the same. This section breaks down what each island offers, what’s included, what costs extra, and whether they’re actually worth your time.
A visit to Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay can include everything from a relaxed beach day to pools, water attractions, dining, and other activities. Knowing what to take ashore—and which amenities are already available—can make the day much easier. Royal Caribbean provides guests with a Perfect Day at CocoCay information sheet covering what to…
Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay packs beaches, pools, water attractions, and quieter areas into a relatively compact private island. Before getting off the ship, having a map makes it much easier to understand where everything is located and how far you may need to walk. The Perfect Day at CocoCay map below shows the…
Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve is MSC Cruises’ private island destination in The Bahamas, and unlike a traditional cruise port, the ship docks directly at the island. Guests can simply walk off the ship and begin exploring beaches, restaurants, bars, activities, and different areas of the marine reserve without taking a tender boat. The Ocean…
If you’re visiting Great Stirrup Cay soon, one of the best things you can do before arriving is familiarize yourself with the island layout. Recently, I came across this updated Great Stirrup Cay map, and it provides a helpful overview of how Norwegian Cruise Line’s private island is currently organized, including beaches, dining venues, bars,…
Planning a stop at Disney Castaway Cay? This complete port guide covers beaches, Serenity Bay, food, tips, and what to do on Disney’s private island.