Popular Cruise Line Owned Island Ports

As our travel agents consult with our travelers who are considering a cruise, they have discovered that many clients are unaware that most popular cruise lines actually own their own private islands in the Bahamas and use these as exclusive popular ports of call.

Many cruise lines have invested their resources into buying and upcoming small islands. These islands have become popular ports with cruisers in the Bahamas for multiple reasons:

•Beautifully maintained and clean beaches
•The same valuable customer service as you would receive on the ship
•Chairs, hammocks and activities are all set on the beach for guests on the ship
•Lunch is FREE and included as part of your cruise!
•Often times you can use your room key to make purchases on the island (based on specific cruise line)
•It’s a private island paradise with little development and developed areas are owned by the cruise line.

Popular Private Island Ports of Call Include:

•Coco Cay – Owned by Royal Caribbean International
•Castaway Cay – Owned by Disney Cruise Line
•Great Stirrup Cay – Owned by Norwegian Cruise Line
•Princess Cays – Owned by Princess Cruises
•Half Moon Cay – Owned by Holland America Line

So, the next time you’re working with a travel agent or booking a cruise online, take a look at the ports of call on cruise itineraries in the Bahamas and you’re sure to see these islands as a port. You won’t be disappointed!