Improvements to Provide Opportunities for
More Guests to Visit Breathtaking
Destination
MIAMI, Dec. 10,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Half Moon Cay, the
highly-rated and award-winning exclusive destination known for
beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters in The Bahamas, is being renamed RelaxAway, Half Moon
Cay in support of its enhancements and the experience guests can
expect as they are immersed in this tropical paradise. The
announcement was made today jointly by Holland America Line and Carnival Cruise Line.
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 Caribbean. The
new beach club and refreshed food and beverage spaces will embrace
and preserve the island's pristine beauty while enhancing our
award-winning experience."
"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.
ABOUT HOLLAND AMERICA
LINE
Holland America Line (a
division of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCL and CUK) has
been exploring the world for 150+ years with expertly crafted
itineraries, extraordinary service and genuine connections to the
destinations. Offering an ideal perfectly-sized ship experience,
its fleet visits nearly 400 ports in 114 countries around the world
and has shared the thrill of Alaska for more than 75 years — longer than
any other cruise line. Holland America
Line's 11 vessels feature a diverse range of enriching
activities and amenities focused on destination immersion and
personalized travel. Guests enjoy the best entertainment at sea,
and dining venues featuring exclusive dishes by world-famous chefs.
A new global fresh fish program brings more than 80 types of fresh
fish on board, sourced and served locally in regions around the
world.
ABOUT CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE
Carnival Cruise Line, part
of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), is
the first cruise line to sail over 100 million guests and is proud
to be known as America's Cruise Line, for carrying more Americans
and serving more U.S. homeports than any other. Since its founding
in 1972, Carnival has continually revolutionized the cruise
industry and popularized the cruise vacation as an affordable and
fun travel option. Carnival operates from 14 U.S. and two
Australian homeports, as well as seasonally from Europe and employs more than 48,000 team
members representing 120 nationalities.
Carnival's fleet of 27 ships reflects an exciting period of
growth that continues with the addition of seven ships through
2033: two ships joining in February
2025 when P&O Cruises Australia integrates into
Carnival; a fourth and fifth Excel class ship scheduled for 2027
and 2028 respectively; followed by three additional new ships from
an innovative new class currently under development. Carnival's
next new guest offering will be the all-new exclusive destination,
Celebration Key, set to debut on Grand
Bahama next summer.
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