Private Islands vs Public Islands | Best Cruise Destinations
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You can book them yourself. You can book them to through your travel agent. You can book them when you get on the ship.
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Are private islands or public islands better for your next cruise? In this episode, we explore Private Islands vs Public Islands—a must-watch for mature cruisers in their 40s, 50s, and 60s who love cruising with Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian (NCL), MSC, Disney, or Virgin Voyages. Whether you're drawn to the cultural charm of public ports or the serene luxury of cruise line private islands like Perfect Day at CocoCay or Labadee, this video has everything you need to know. Leslie and Rick—your 50-something cruise-loving hosts—break down the pros and cons of public islands vs private islands, giving real-world cruise tips, midlife travel insights, and honest opinions. We help mature cruisers plan smarter, pack better, and get the most from every cruise vacation. If you're cruising in your 40s, 50s, or 60s and want cruise advice that speaks to YOU, hit that subscribe button and join our community. We cover cruise ship comparisons, cruise planning tips, and everything you need for the perfect getaway. 👉 Which islands do you prefer? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! #RoyalCaribbean #CruiseTips #Over50Cruisers #PrivateIslands #CruiseAdvice Follow us on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@weshoredid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weshoredid/ Email: weshoredid@yahoo.com We would love you to be part of the show. Please email us your stories, ideas, and comments. Travel agent and channel partner from MEI travel – please mention the weshoredid YouTube channel. Jenn Greene 443-499-2168 jenn.greene@mei-travel.com mei-travel.com/jenn.greene