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Princess Cays Cruise Port Guide: Tips and Overview Update

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πŸ‘οΈ 47K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 10:18

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides an updated guide to Princess Cays, a private beach resort in the Bahamas owned by Carnival Corporation. The video details the layout of the port, noting that the north side is more popular and features expansive beach areas, shops, and a barbecue pavilion, while the south side offers a quieter experience with fewer crowds. Visitors can access the island via complimentary water shuttles from anchored ships. Amenities mentioned include restrooms, lockers, first aid stations, and various rental options such as air conditioned bungalows and clamshells. The creator highlights the availability of complimentary buffet food and discusses the use of beverage packages, noting that Princess Cruise Lines packages are accepted on the island while Carnival Cruise Lines packages are not. The guide also covers specific locations like the Pelican's Perch play area and the Crow's Nest Overlook. To ensure a comfortable visit, the creator recommends wearing water shoes due to rocks in the water and suggests taking water shuttles during the middle of the day to avoid long wait times at the beginning and end of the day.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Barely Crispy
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A Nibble

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we previously visited princess key in 2018 and returned aboard the carnival sunrise and December 2022

the north side of the port is far more popular the south side is also worth exploring

there were many lounge chairs still available well after most guests were in Port

we strongly recommend wearing a good pair of water shoes to protect your feet

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Check with your cruise line to see if your ship's beverage packages can be used in Port
βœ“Wear water shoes to protect your feet from rocks in the water areas
βœ“Catch a water shuttle toward the middle of the day to avoid longer wait times

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

navigating the port and finding amenities β€” Use the large map available at the dock area to help easily navigate the port
avoiding crowds β€” Explore the south side of the port, which is less popular but still offers many amenities

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the key features and amenities at Princess Cays?
QHow can I navigate the port and avoid crowds?
QWhat should I know about water shuttles and wait times?

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