Cruise Lines That Have Their Own Private Islands
Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay (Bahamas)
This newly redeveloped private Bahamian island reachable only via Royal Caribbean cruise ships is the home of the 135-foot-tall Daredevil’s Peak water slide (the tallest in North America), as well as the largest freshwater pool in the Bahamas, a tethered balloon offering the highest, postcard-perfect vantage point in the islands at 450-feet on a calm clear day, pristine beaches with warm aquamarine ocean water, and a trio of thrilling zip lines soaring atop of it all. But what makes Perfect Day a masterclass in idyllic island life is its design. Perfect Day at CocoCay is a private island for upwards of 8,000 guests at a time yet manages to make each cruise passenger feel like they are on their very own private reserve thanks to seats for all without a mad scramble to ensure your family and friends can sit together, plenty of spotless bathrooms and showers, strong WiFi that extends from the ship, and a parade of tasty food that’s included for free just as it is on board. There’s no other way to say it, this island is perfect.
Pro tip: try the mozzarella sticks and crispy French fries, then make a delicious DIY ice cream sandwich with a pair of chocolate chip cookies and a swirl of soft serve….after you zip down Daredevil’s Peak!
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