Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas Port Reviews

Best part of the whole cruise. Would have stayed here the whole week if i could have.

Visited: Feb 17, 2018

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We had an awesome day. We were invited to share a cabana with another couple and it was awesome. It is a day hubby and I will NEVER forget. Just wish I had the couples address to thank them again.

I have to say I much prefer GSC over CoCo Cay. You can actually see the RCCL ships in the distance - the islands are next to each other but the difference for me is that GSC still gives you a tropical island feel whereas CoCo Cay is so overdeveloped and crowded that it’s not relaxing and enjoyable. Last time at GSC the waiter would literally wade out into the water to bring my drink so I didn’t have to move from my float. That was great service! Same burger and hot dog fare - nothing special about the food. I actually think the snorkeling is better here too. They have a guide that will take a group around the little protected bay to see all the marine life.

This was our favorite stop of the entire cruise! Easy to get on and off the ship. There are 1000s of lounge chairs (Tip: don't go to the 1st section when getting off the ship, go to the farther beaches. Also, there is a bar on the top of the hill between the last 2 beaches that was not busy at all). The swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing here were amazing. The best day we had on the beach the entire trip! I would have been happy to stop here multiple times this cruise. :-)

Visited: Jan 27, 2018

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AMAZING. True Paradise! My son went snorkeling and I laid in a lounge chair under a palm tree and enjoyed the beauty of the island. All alcohol and food included on this island. I would have liked to see the restaurants open longer though. The served food from 11:30-2

Visited: Sep 29, 2017

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Spent all day just laying on the beach reading and taking dips in the ocean. I walked for quite a while to find a spot with shade - ended up by the Clam shells which was perfect because food and the frozen drink cart were right there!

Visited: Apr 13, 2019

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This was a beautiful place. The day we were there the weather wasn't great but that can't be helped. We went to the section of the beach the furthest away from everything and had it almost completely to ourselves. We snorkeled around the 2 rock piles out from the beach and saw a ton of fish. We also saw a good sized stingray and a barracuda!

Now this is paradise! My favorite Port of call by far! I highly recommend renting a cabana and it is well worth the money! Beautiful island and they are still developing it.

Always my favorite part of a cruise hands down! Get out early to enjoy the day and grab a shade and chairs. No need for excursions just an excellent beach day.

This was hands down our favorite port! Not knowing what to expect, we didn’t get on an early tender. If you don’t reserve an early tender just show up after 9:30 and you won’t have to wait long. It’s only about a 5 minute ride to shore. The only problem with waiting is that you won’t find a beach lounger. We just found a spot on the beach to the left of the main area where it was less crowded. Highly recommend renting or bringing your own snorkel gear. We saw hundreds of fish! Definitely the highlight of our day. If you have the UBP, the drinks are included. There is a complimentary lunch served as well but only from 11:30-2:00. I unfortunately fell asleep on the beach and missed the food. But according to my hubby it was very good. There were ribs and other barbecue items plus a taco bar. It was a very relaxing and fun day and we ended up staying way longer that we had planned. There is a straw market but we did not stop there.

Visited: Dec 16, 2017

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