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A Complete Guide to Exploring the Nassau, Bahamas Cruise Port
Almost every seasoned cruiser has sailed at least once to Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas, as it’s one of the busiest cruise ports in the world, capable of accommodating up to seven ships at a time.
It's also one of those cruise ports that invites controversy.
Related: Download the Nassau Port Map
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5 Reasons Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve Is a Must-Visit Private Island
Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve is MSC Cruises’ private island in the Bahamas, and it’s quickly become one of the top-rated cruise line private islands in the Caribbean.
Located just 65 miles from Miami, Ocean Cay offers white sand beaches, clear turquoise water, and a laid-back vibe perfect for relaxing or snorkeling. While MSC is admittedly not my favorite cruise line, I will absolutely choose an itinerary with Ocean Cay as a...
Discovering the Popular Royal Caribbean Itinerary: Bahamas & Caribbean
Bahamas & Perfect Day Itinerary
The 3-4 night version of this itinerary is a popular one offered by Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines (RCCL) because of its affordability. The ship class can vary and is most commonly serviced by RCCL’s smaller class of ships, Voyager Class and below. Check out the RCCL Fleet Guide for distinctions between these ships. It’s helpful for cruisers to review the class and details of the ship before bo...
Princess Cays Private Island: Important Info to Know
Princess Cays (pronounced “key,” not “cays”) is located on the southern tip of Eleuthera in the Bahamas and is a pristine private island for cruisers. Princess Cays is owned by Princess Cruises, a subsidiary of Carnival Corporation, so you’ll find that Princess, Carnival, and Holland America Line call upon this private paradise.
Of all the cruise line private islands, this one is admittedly my least favorite, and I’ll tell you why in a mome...
What you need to know about Ocean Cay Marine ReserveÂ
Most of the major cruise lines own and market their own private islands; in some cases, these are not “islands” at all (I’m looking at you Royal Caribbean and Labadee). However, one private island that truly is both an island and private is MSC cruise line’s Ocean Cay Marine Reserve. Ocean Cay has many great things to do, and you don’t need an excursion. Exclusive to MSC cruisers, this is one of my absolute private cruise line private island...
Exploring Half Moon Cay: A Cruise Line Private Island Paradise
Half Moon Cay, or Little San Salvador Island, is a private paradise in the Bahamas exclusively for Carnival Cruise Line and Holland America Line passengers. This serene retreat offers the perfect spot for a relaxing beach day during your cruise. Note that “cay” is pronounced “key”.
Of all the cruise line private islands, it’s one of my favorites. It offers not just a relaxing day at the beach with sugar-soft white sand and crystal-...
Discover Freeport Cruise Port: Everything You Need to Know
Freeport, located on Grand Bahama Island in the Bahamas, is a popular cruise port in the Caribbean, along with Nassau and Bimini. Of all the Caribbean ports, this one generally gets the least amount of love and, admittedly, is probably my personal least favorite of them all, but there are still some hidden gems here. The key with this one, though? Get out of the port area.
It’s important to note that many Caribbean destinations, includ...
The Perfect Day at CocoCay: Royal Caribbean’s Private Island Paradise
Perfect Day at CocoCay, Royal Caribbean’s exclusive private island in the Bahamas, offers a unique getaway for cruise passengers. This beautiful island, designed to provide the ultimate beach day experience, is a popular stop for many of Royal’s Caribbean cruises and is also used by Royal Caribbean’s sister brand, Celebrity.
This massive island has multiple themed sectioned areas, including a water park. Because of its s
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Exploring Bimini: Beaches, Free Tram, Golf Carts, and More
The Bimini cruise port is teeny tiny compared to the other two popular ports of call in the Bahamas, Nassau and Freeport. Bimini comprises two main islands, North and South Bimini, with a total area of about 9 square miles, housing just 2,000 residents. It’s a very narrow and skinny island.
In contrast, Nassau, located on New Providence Island, spans approximately 80 square miles and is the capital city with a higher population density...
