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Stay up to date with the latest news and updates from private cruise destinations, including Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay, MSC’s Ocean Cay, Disney’s Castaway Cay, Norwegian’s Great Stirrup Cay, and more. From new amenities and expansions to guest experiences, policies, and itinerary highlights, this hub brings together everything happening at exclusive islands and resorts owned or operated by cruise lines.

Norwegian Cruise Line News

Norwegian Cruise Line to End Ship Drink Package Use on Private Island

Catie Kovelman -
Starting in March of 2026, NCL guests will no longer be able to use their "More at Sea" drink packages at Great Stirrup Cay.
Norwegian Cruise Line News

Norwegian Encore Replaces Port With Private Island Visit

Catie Kovelman -
Due to port availability, Norwegian Encore will sail to Great Stirrup Cay instead of Cozumel during an upcoming sailing.
Carnival Cruise News

Private Event Forces Cancellation of Pearl Cove Reservations

Melissa Mayntz -
Guests visiting Celebration Key on October 5 won't be able to use the Pearl Cove Beach Club due to a private event.
Norwegian Cruise Line News

New Ships to Bring Cruisers to NCL’s Upgraded Private Island

Catie Kovelman -
Norwegian Cruise Line has revamped its Bahamian and Caribbean itineraries to meet demand as it prepares to open the Great Tides Waterpark.
Disney Cruise Line News

Erosion Causes Problems on Disney Cruise Line’s Private Destination

Catie Kovelman -
Sand has been eroded away outside of some of the Mabrika Cove Cabanas at Disney’s new private island, leading to safety concerns.
Norwegian Cruise Line News

Beautiful Day Ends in Missed Visit to Norwegian’s Private Island

Melissa Mayntz -
Why will a new ship like Norwegian Aqua skip a picture-perfect day at Great Stirrup Cay? This writer was onboard to find out!
Carnival Cruise News

First Completed Look as Carnival’s Private Destination Nears Opening

Skyler Wolpert -
With just under a month until it opens, passengers are getting a first look at Carnival Cruise Line's new destination, Celebration Key.
Caribbean Cruise Ports

Harvest Caye: What to Know About NCL’s Private Island in Belize

Emrys Thakkar -
Do you have an upcoming Norwegian cruise that visits Harvest Caye off the coast of Southern Belize? Here's what to expect from your visit to NCL's private island.
MSC Cruises News

MSC Seascape Suddenly Breaks From Moorings at Private Island

Catie Kovelman -
MSC Seascape broke away from the pier at the cruise line's private island during stormy weather, leaving many guests waiting for the ship to return.
Cruise News

Cruise News Update: Ice Warning, Clash at Private Island, Cancellations

Donna Tunney -
In this weeks roundup we've got all kinds of cruise news, including cancellations, UFO's, passengers clashing, ice warning and more!
Port News

Bahamas Launches Tax Crackdown on Private Cruise Destinations

Lissa Poirot -
With cruise traffic reaching record highs, The Bahamas’ Prime Minister says new measures will ensure the cruise industry pays its fair share.
Royal Caribbean News

Guests Clash Over Ocean Space at Royal Caribbean’s Private Island

Melissa Mayntz -
An unpleasant incident unfolded at CocoCay over the weekend. How firm are boundaries between free areas and cabana rentals?
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