MSC Launches Sandy Cay, New Luxury Private Island in Bahamas
MSC Group’s cruise division announced a new private island destination today: Sandy Cay, a secluded retreat launching in 2028 next to its existing Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve in The Bahamas. (more…)
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Nassau Cruise Port (NCP) and the Bahamas National Trust (BNT) have announced a new three-year strategic partnership aimed at promoting environmental stewardship, strengthening community engagement, and advancing sustainable tourism in The Bahamas.
Leaders from across the maritime, tourism, security, and environmental sectors of The Bahamas gathered at the second annual Nassau Cruise Port International Women’s Day leadership forum, underscoring the growing influence of women in shaping the future of the nation’s port economy. 




Carnival Cruise Line marked a major milestone today (18 Dec 2025) as it welcomed its one-millionth guest to Celebration Key just five months after the destination opened.
Royal Caribbean takes its Artist Discovery Program from ship to shore with the latest selection of artists to be featured at Royal Beach Club Paradise Island, the first-of-its-kind beach club destination opening December 2025.
Nassau Cruise Port (NCP) proudly celebrates its sixth corporate anniversary by unveiling a series of transformative additions that further enhance the guest and community experience.
Storyland Studios, a global destination and experience design firm today announced a partnership with MSC Cruises and the MSC Foundation to design a new iconic building at the Marine Conservation Center on Ocean Cay in The Bahamas.
Growing up with a father as a fisherman, Dakarai has always loved the sea. At nine years old, he already has his mind set on becoming a navigator of a ship someday. 
Carnival Cruise Line welcomed two ships for the first time at Celebration Key today, its brand-new exclusive destination on Grand Bahama that opened on July 19, as more than 7,000 guests from Carnival Glory and Carnival Conquest enjoyed the ultimate beach day.
Carnival Cruise Line officially unlocked paradise as it opened Celebration Key – the cruise line’s beautiful new exclusive destination on Grand Bahama this weekend.
Today, (July 12, 2025) government officials, community leaders and local residents of Grand Bahama were treated to an exclusive preview of Celebration Key, Carnival Cruise Line’s new exclusive destination.
In just a few weeks, Carnival Cruise Line’s highly anticipated exclusive destination Celebration Key, already consistently ranked among the most searched cruise destinations on Google, will welcome its first guests.
In celebration of International Day for Women in Maritime, Nassau Cruise Port (NCP) proudly welcomed female students from the LJM Maritime Academy for an educational seminar designed to inspire and empower the next generation of women in maritime.
With its largest fleet yet and its new exclusive destination, Celebration Key set to open in The Bahamas Carnival Cruise Line is ready to deliver more summer fun than ever this year.
Royal Caribbean has appointed Nolan Knowles as director of finance and accounting of the Royal Beach Club Paradise Island, coming to The Bahamas in December 2025.
Royal Caribbean International has appointed Alistair Delancey as director of operations of the Royal Beach Club Paradise Island, coming to The Bahamas in December 2025.
The MSC Foundation has today (17/04/2025) celebrated the official opening of its Marine Conservation Center at Ocean Cay, marking a key milestone in its commitment to coral conservation and marine research in The Bahamas. 
Young people from across The Bahamas recently celebrated Junior Junkanoo with their schools and communities.
Nassau Cruise Port, in collaboration with the Straw Market Authority, is excited to announce the launch of a new promotional campaign titled Rooted in Tradition, Made in The Bahamas.
Royal Caribbean is proud to announce the appointment of Troy Smith as General Manager of the Royal Beach Club Paradise Island.
Today, (18 Mar 2025) Nassau Cruise Port (NCP) is excited to celebrate Global Recycling Day by announcing the launch of its new ‘Cruisin’ Green’ sustainable waste management program.
On Friday, March 7, 2025, Nassau Cruise Port (NCP) and Arawak Port Development (APD) held an exclusive luncheon in honour of International Women’s Day. 