AWARD-WINNING PRIVATE ISLAND CRUISE DESTINATION RENAMED 'RELAXAWAY, HALF MOON CAY' IN SUPPORT OF ENHANCEMENT AND EXPANSION
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Half Moon Cay, an exclusive destination in The Bahamas, is being renamed to RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay as part of a major enhancement project announced by Holland America Line and Carnival Cruise Line. The expansion includes a new pier on the north side accommodating Carnival's Excel class ships, expanded beachfront experiences, new lunch venues, and various bars.
The development spans over a mile of white-sand beach with distinct welcome plazas on both south and north sides. The south side will receive a Bahamian refresh with a new beach club and updated facilities, while the north side will feature new dining venues and island-themed bars. A new tram service will be added for convenience, along with expanded lounging areas, additional cabanas, and a shore excursion pier.
The enhancements are scheduled to begin completion by summer 2026 and continue through year-end, with all upgrades designed to complement the island's natural beauty.
Positive
- Expansion allows access to larger Excel class ships, potentially increasing visitor capacity
- Infrastructure improvements including new pier construction and expanded facilities
- Addition of new revenue-generating venues (beach club, dining venues, bars)
- Enhanced accessibility through new tram service
Negative
- None.
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Improvements to Provide Opportunities for More Guests to Visit Breathtaking Destination
The two cruise lines are partnering on the enhancements, which will include an expanded beachfront experience, lunch venues, a variety of bars, and other features that will reinforce the destination's natural beauty and tropical appeal. A newly-constructed pier on the north side will allow ships to dock, including Carnival's Excel class ships that will be able to visit the island for the first time.
Guests will arrive at distinct welcome plazas on the island's south and north sides, spanning over one mile of white-sand beach. The existing development on the south side will receive a refreshing Bahamian touch-up, a new beach club, an updated lunch venue and renovated facilities. The newly developed north side will feature two lunch venues and a variety of island-themed bars. There will also be a new tram service, making getting around easy and convenient. In addition, lounging areas will be expanded, cabanas added and a new shore excursion pier on the north side will connect guests with recreational activities. All RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay upgrades are designed with nature in mind, including architecture that complements the island's stunning authenticity.
"Holland America guests have loved Half Moon Cay for its natural beauty since it opened as a port of call in 1997," said Beth Bodensteiner, president of Holland America Line. "The south side of the island, where Holland America has always visited, will remain the secluded paradise our guests are accustomed to and a marquee destination for almost every cruise visiting the
"Calling this piece of paradise RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay reinforces our commitment to preserve the attributes that make the destination so appealing as we expand access and welcome more guests to the destination's crystal-clear waters, white-sand beaches and lush landscapes," said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. "Many of our 2026 and beyond itineraries will feature both RelaxAway and Celebration Key, providing guests with complimentary experiences enjoying both idyllic and ultimate beach days."
The destination's enhancements will begin to be completed by summer 2026 and continue through the end of the year. Further details will be shared in the coming months.
For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.
For additional information on Carnival Cruise Line and to book a cruise vacation on Carnival, call 1-800-CARNIVAL, visit http://carnival.com, or contact your favorite travel advisor or online travel site.
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