One of the greatest "secrets" to crusing is that the cruiselines own different ports and islands around the world that their cruises guests can only visit by sailing on that specific cruise line. These options are still growing too with recent additions like Celebration Key on Grand Bahama Island. What you get at this fantastic designations can vary from one place to the next, but all offer something pretty amazing to experience.
Private Island vs Private Port of Call
Here guests can experience a huge variety of offerings, many that are included in the basic cruise fare, all inside of the cruise line's own piece of tropical paradise.
From buffet lunches to relaxing on the beach, there's a lot to take in at a Private Island.
These are not private islands, but ports that only the cruiseline's guests may have access to. They often have many activities included in the cost of the cruisefare, but not as many as a private island. They serve more as a gateway to a much bigger adventure. Although, there's plenty to do at the port, without leaving it.
Is everything included at a Private Island or Port of Call? NO - while there is a lot included, there is a lot that you can purchase or upgrade. You can visit without spending another dime or you can splurge and enjoy the very best that these destinations have to offer.
Here's a look at some different Private Islands that you can experience
Castaway Cay
(Disney)
Half Moon Cay
(Carnival and Princess)
Perfect Day at Coco Cay
(Royal Caribbean)
Ocean Cay
(MSC Cruises)
There are other island designations and some that are private ports that are very similar to a private island experience. Don't miss Bimini Beach Club (Virgin), Great Stirrup Cay (Norwegian), Labadee (Royal Caribbean), Lighthouse Point (Disney), and Princess Cays (Carnival and Princess).
Here's a look at some Private Ports that you can visit:
Falmouth, Jamaica
Puerta Maya, Mexico
Grand Turk
Amber Cove, Dominican Republic
These are just a few of the many private cruise ports available. There are so many other options available too, including (but not limited to): Celebration Key (Carnival Exclusive), Costa Maya, Harvest Caye (Norwegian), Mahogany Bay (Mostly Carnival Exclusive).
We will be happy to talk more about any of these fantastic places with you and help set you up to visit them, if you believe the cruise line that visits them is right for you. Most can be visited over a three or four day cruise. Contact Us today!