We Tested Every Beach at Royal Caribbean's Perfect Day CocoCay: Here's What We Found
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Pick the right spot and it's paradise. Pick the wrong one and you might ruin your day.
This is definitely my choice of the three if I had to pick one of these lagoon areas for the Chill Island Beach area.
The sand is incredibly soft, and the water is perfectly clear and very calm.
This is a great family spot. It's close to everything.
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Planning a Royal Caribbean cruise? We compare all 7 beaches and pools at CocoCay to show you exactly what is free and what costs extra in 2026! Join us, Chris and Ann, as we explore the entire island so you can know exactly where to go, avoid costly booking mistakes, and make the most of your cruise budget. Your perfect day comes down to one big decision: where do you set up camp? In this complete 2026 CocoCay guide, we break down all 5 free beaches, the massive Oasis Lagoon pool, and the 2 expensive private clubs (Hideaway Beach & Coco Beach Club). Whether you are looking for the best snorkeling at Chill Island, the softest sand at South Beach, or wondering if the adults-only Hideaway Beach party is worth the entrance fee, we have you covered. Don't choose wrong! What we cover in this video: The Big Decision: Free vs Paid Chill Island (Best Snorkeling) South Beach & Harbor Beach Oasis Lagoon Free Pool Hideaway Beach Club (Adults Only) Coco Beach Club (Ultimate Luxury) Final Verdict: Which beach is best for YOU? 👇 Keep Cruising With Us! If this video helped you plan your trip, hit SUBSCRIBE to join the Wandering Hewitts for more honest cruise reviews and tips! V I D E O S T O W A T C H N E X T :👉 Click HERE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYHnp2zo4PNd6RmSgUbmTKb25Sp23eSFs If you’ve enjoyed this video please give it a 👍 ! If you are new to our channel, please Subscribe and ring the notification 🔔 for all of our upcoming videos! Visit our Amazon Storefront to shop all our favorite cruise essentials and gear up for your next adventure at sea! https://www.amazon.com/shop/wanderinghewitts Disclosure: As Amazon associates, we earn from qualifying purchases. Email us for any questions or Inquires: WanderingHewitts@gmail.com 📸 Follow Us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/wanderinghewitts Follow Us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/WanderingHewitts/ Support our Channel! https://venmo.com/u/wanderinghewitts Chapters: 00:00 Intro (The Big Decision: Free vs Paid) 00:28 Chill Island Beach 04:06 Breezy Bay Beach 05:56 South Beach 08:29 Cove Beach 10:03 Harbor Beach 12:10 Oasis Lagoon Pool 13:27 Splashway Bay 13:46 Hideaway Beach Club 15:35 Coco Beach Club 16:20 Final Verdict: Which beach is best for YOU? #CocoCay #RoyalCaribbean #CruiseTips #HideawayBeach #WanderingHewitts