Great Stirrup Cay, Private cruise island in Berry Islands, Bahamas.
Great Stirrup Cay is a private island in the Berry Islands with white sand beaches and several dining spots. The property features a full range of facilities designed specifically for cruise ship visitors.
Norwegian Cruise Line purchased the island in 1986 from an oil company and established it as the first private cruise port. This created a new model for cruise lines to operate their own exclusive port facilities.
The straw market showcases work from local artisans selling traditional Bahamian handcrafts. You can see craftspeople at work creating items right before your eyes.
Tender boats connect your ship to the island and run throughout the day. You'll need your cabin card and photo ID to board.
Concrete sculptures of sea creatures sit on the seafloor at Bertram's Cove, waiting for snorkelers to explore. This underwater gallery often surprises visitors who weren't expecting to find art beneath the waves.
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