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Perfect day at CocoCay TIPS, tricks & hacks!

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👁️ 53K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 8:06
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Editorial Summary

The creator provides updated advice for guests visiting Royal Caribbean's private destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay. To manage crowds and availability, the video suggests booking activities like the Coco Beach Club and Thrill Water Park through the cruise planner as soon as possible. For those visiting the water park, the creator recommends arriving early in the morning or staying late in the day to avoid peak lines. Practical logistics covered include the use of the Sail and Sign card for paperless excursions and shopping, as well as the availability of island towels and life jackets. The video highlights that drink packages are valid on the island and notes various bar locations. Regarding accommodations, the creator suggests that expensive cabanas may not be necessary due to ample complimentary seating, though beach beds are recommended as a more affordable alternative. Finally, the video touches on food options, sun protection necessities, and free activities such as using splash pads and swimming in the ocean.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Royal Caribbean Group
Seriously Tasty
All-time creator consensus for Royal Caribbean Group
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)CaribbeanVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

perfect day is busy busy busy and often there are multiple ships there on the same day

promise me you'll do this pretty much everything can sell out early right now

your drink package works on perfect day not all Cruise Line private islands allow you to use your drink package

the food is really delicious and you will not go hungry a perfect day

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Book activities and experiences as soon as you book the cruise
✓Get off the ship as early as possible or linger until right before All Aboard time to avoid crowds
✓Use the tram to save energy and get around the island
✓Reapply sunscreen and pack a rash guard, hat, and sunglasses
✓Pay with your sale and sign card for shopping, but pack small bills for tipping

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Activities selling out early — Book everything as early as possible in your cruise planner
High cost of cabanas — Consider beach beds as a lower-cost alternative
What to take to the island — Towels are available on the island, so you don't need to pack them

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to save time and money at Perfect Day at CocoCay
QWhat to pack for a shore day on the island
QHow to avoid crowds at the water park and attractions
QWhat food options are available and what to order
QAre cabanas or beach beds worth the cost

Port Highlights

Perfect Day at CocoCay4 Happy Bacon
Top: Thrill Water Park
CocoCay4 Happy Bacon
Top: Thrill Water Park
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