The Perks of Private Islands

 

How about relaxing on your own private island? Private islands are a sure-fire way to get that ultimate experience with activities for all ages. Check out some of our top picks to keep in mind when you call your Cruise Planners Travel Advisor to arrange your next cruise vacation.
Princess Cruises
Sail the Caribbean on a Princess Cruises ship and visit Princess Cays. As a guest on board the ship, you’ll enjoy a relaxing day on this Bahamian island of Eleuthera. Treat yourself by reserving a cabana, easily recognizable from its pastel color, and experience authentic cuisine, cocktails, and some serious downtime. If you are traveling with kids, they’ll get a kick out of the pirate galleon for their own private time.
Disney Cruise Line
Owned by Walt Disney Company, Castaway Cay is located near Great Abaco Island and is exclusively for Disney Cruise Line passengers. Back in the day, it was a haven for pirates and smugglers, but now it’s certainly a popular port of call amongst Disney’s cruise fans who love magic and fun for all ages. You’ll see plenty of bicyclists and trams, so make some time to walk through water sport areas, restaurants, and even a post office if you want to send a postcard marked from Castaway Cay.
Norwegian Cruise Line
Great Stirrup Cay lies 130 nautical miles east of 
Ft. Lauderdale in the Bahama’s Berry Island chain. The island offers Norwegian’s cruise passengers dining and bar areas, private beachfront cabanas, an Aqua Park, a straw market, and more. Great Stirrup cay boasts five beaches, so get your gear together for fun in the sun!
Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises
These cruise lines have two private islands – Labadee, in Haiti’s north coast and CocoCay, a Bahamian island located between Freeport and Nassau. The islands feature beaches, shopping areas, and activities exclusively for ship passengers.
Carnival Cruise Line & Holland America Line
Think of horseback riding, swimming, snorkeling, and playing with the stingrays at Stingray Cove! These are just some of the activities offered at Half Moon Cay in the Bahamas. This private island for cruise passengers gets you swaying to the amazing rhythms of the calypso beat as you sip a tropical fruity drink.
Whatever cruise line you choose, check out its private islands as an alternative to the hustle and bustle of many ports of call, and spend the day with family and friends or simply relax and take in the Caribbean ambiance. Call your Cruise Planners Travel Advisor to get you on your way to a private island-worthy experience.