Published on 10/09/09

One of the top cruise secrets in the Caribbean is the privately owned and maintained tropical islands that several cruise lines have purchased and made available exclusively for their guests to enjoy. These tranquil island retreats can be the highlight of your next cruise vacation, and many travelers don’t even know they exist!

Private islands are among the most alluring stops in the Caribbean and feature breathtaking scenery, expansive beaches, and complete exclusivity controlled by the cruise line. As a cruise guest, all this is yours, as you relax in your very own private island escape.

Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises share two of the most splendid private islands in the Caribbean: Coco Cay and Labadee. Coco Cay is located in the heart of the Bahamas and is surrounded by waters that are perfect for snorkeling as well as enjoying ‘Caylana’s Aqua Park’. What is truly special about Coco Cay is the amount of fun that Royal Caribbean has packed into the island.

From soaring parasail ‘flightseeing’ to speeding wave runner rides, there is tons of excitement to be had, and if relaxation is what you are after, then Coco Cay has that, too! Dip your toes in the crystal clear water or order an icy mixed drink from your hammock in the shade; you can do whatever you like in this island oasis, and best of all, everything is clean, safe, private, and absolutely unforgettable.

On the northern coast of Hispanola, the island comprising Haiti and the Dominican Republic, Labadee is Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises’ other private Caribbean paradise. Guests to Labadee can take advantage of the non-crowded waters to kayak up the captivating coastline, snorkel through the colorful reef, or enjoy the fun at the destination’s new Aqua Park. From water trampolines to pirate-themed adventures, Labadee is a playground for kids and adults alike, all in the quiet and comfort of the exclusive private location.

Stopping at Coco Cay and Labadee, Royal Caribbean is offering America’s Vacation Center guests a Free Coupon Book on select sailings. Also sailing to these private islands, Celebrity Cruises offers guests special values on select sailings, too!

Norwegian Cruise Lines features a pristine private island in the Bahamas called Great Stirrup Cay. The cruise line was the first to offer an uninhabited tropical island in 1977, and today guests still enjoy every minute in Great Stirrup Cay snoozing in hammocks, dancing the limbo, barbecuing on the beach, and much more. America’s Vacation Center guests can enjoy a Free Coupon Book on select sailings to this private island with Norwegian Cruise Lines.

There are a handful of cruise line private islands such as these scattered across the Caribbean and beyond, and although these locations offer a vacation experience found nowhere else on earth, many travelers don’t even know they exist! At America’s Vacation Center, we believe that these are some of the best kept secrets in cruise travel, and we are sure that you will agree.

To begin planning your next cruise vacation and to experience one of these unforgettable private islands, contact your America’s Vacation Center Personal Vacation Planner today!

For more information, call 1-888-447-8459 and mention Discount Code 9094# to speak with an AVC Personal Vacation Planner today!