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UPDATED 2024 Perfect Day At CocoCay Tour! New Hideaway Beach & Entire Royal Caribbean Private Island

Hoffman Happy Travels
Hoffman Happy Travels
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👁️ 86K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 51:39

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides an extensive tour of Royal Caribbean's private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay, covering both included amenities and paid excursions. The tour begins at the pier and moves through various themed zones. The creator explores Hideaway Beach, a new adults-only area featuring a large lagoon-style pool, a swim-up bar, and various cabana options. The walkthrough continues into Thrill Water Park, detailing specific attractions such as the Daredevil's Tower water slides, the Splash Summit, and the adventure pool. The video also highlights the island's dining options, distinguishing between included buffet-style locations like Skipper's Grill and paid venues like Captain Jack's. Additional areas covered include the relaxing Chill Island with its snorkeling opportunities and local marketplace, the massive Oasis Lagoon freshwater pool, the upscale Coco Beach Club, and the activity-focused South Beach. The creator concludes by summarizing the island's layout, noting the distinction between high-thrill zones and more relaxed beach areas, while providing practical advice on navigating the island via tram and following directional signage.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Royal Caribbean Group
Bacon Bliss
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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Caribbean · Winter · 3 nightsFrom MiamiVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we are here today to give you a full and complete tour of this area we are going to see all of the included areas as well as all the areas that come at an additional cost

Splashway Bay is included with your cruise fair there is no additional charge to access this area

the Oasis Lagoon is the Caribbean's largest freshwater pool and it is included with your Cru Fair there is no charge to access this area

we actually sailed here on the brand new icon of the Seas the newest and largest cruise ship in the world

Creator's Tips & Advice

Stay on the colorful triangles and under canopies during pier walk to avoid trams
Be prepared for open-air pier walk; get wet if raining or sun if shining
Check weather for Up Up and Away helium balloon; winds can cause cancellations
Watch your food at beach areas to avoid birds; do not feed them
Use provided green inflatable vests for snorkeling if bringing your own equipment

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting lost on the islandFollow directional signage and arrows; paths are well-marked
Additional costs for excursions and cabanasMany areas are included; check for variable pricing based on cruise and promotions

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are all the included and additional cost areas at Perfect Day at CocoCay?
QWhat is new at Perfect Day at CocoCay, including Hideaway Beach?
QHow do I navigate the island and find key amenities like trams, restrooms, and food?
QWhat are the details for thrill water park slides and height restrictions?
QIs there a cost for accessing pools, beaches, and food areas?

Topics Covered

Port Destination4½ Happy BaconExcursions4 Happy BaconValue Pricing4½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Miami4 Happy Bacon
Perfect Day at CocoCay4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Up Up and Away helium balloon
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