Perfect Day at CocoCay Tour 2024 Full Tour!

[@shyrahhall4266]

I went on my first cruise July 5th, it stopped at coco cay, it was so nice, I could’ve stayed at oasis lagoon all day and just relax. Didn’t pay for anything extra. Food was good, I wish we had two days here instead of port canveral.

[@sircharlesmormont9300]

I think Royal needs to seriously consider more transparent, consistent pricing for Perfect Day add-ons. I am planning a visit in 2025. It's hard to budget for Perfect Day or even to know which sailing to choose when you can't see the prices.

[@paullp985]

My wife and i have been there 4 times and never spent extra.

[@ssss-wb1rq]

I have been to Cococay 15 times in the last 2 yrs and only paid for extras 1 time ($100 for the coco beach club) There is so many included activities/food options to choose from I still don't feel the need to pay anything extra

[@SayKyleNotCow]

Contact a travel agent. They have access to a Royal Caribbean agent site that allows them to view a pre cruise planner for any sailing and should be able to tell you what the current rate is for stuff on a specific sailing. If you are looking at something 18-24+ months out some of the info may not be posted yet, but regardless it’s a great tool for what you’re talking about.

[@traveling_with_tonya]

I am a travel agent and can do that research for you. I do not leave anything uncovered when I do my research, and will let you know if I can find anything you're interested in. When it comes to whatever is available at Cocoa Cay, I can let you know those prices.

[@Pug71]

They should have a cruise where they just stay at CocoCay for 3 days! Give me 3 Sea Days on the Icon and 3 land days on CocoCay and I’m golden!

[@jonimceachern9284]

I'm in.

[@hizway4ne]

What happened to the old days when you landed and explored!?!?

[@jeffthanson]

Well done Matt and team! Are you exhausted after that voiceover? Thanks for all the info!

[@michaellott6749]

Matt, you and your team do a wonderful job on these videos. We are going on Allure of the Seas on May 27th and your videos are very helpful.

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Thank you for watching!

[@tealuver7288]

Thanks for the descriptions of these beaches were going in may on the symphony

[@JohnSkyLey]

Wow looks incredible

[@JotaSE30]

Isn't "Perfect Day at CocoCay" supposed to rhyme? Like that's sort of the whole point of the phrase?

[@tia4762]

He always says key. Its is annoying but I like the info otherwise.

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

The proper Bahamian pronunciation is "key". The fact it rhymes is a coincidence, because Perfect Day at Lelepa doesn't rhyme

[@JotaSE30]

@@RoyalCaribbeanBlog CEO of the Royal Caribbean Group Jason Liberty disagrees :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnXUmH6qntKiesk

[@ladymax23]

​@@tia4762👏🏽💯

[@ladymax23]

👏🏽💯

[@mupty]

Those beds and cabanas are a bit too close together for my liking to make them worth the money. Not to mention having two rows means the ones in the back will have very obstructed views.

[@robertkirkwood8162]

Can anyone confirm if there are any volleyball courts at Chill Island? I didn’t hear Matt mention it as he did at the other beach areas.

[@carmencita973]

SOOO Helpful! Thank you

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Glad it was helpful!

[@johaali7991]

Watching the vedio is perfect❤I would love to work there

[@ssss-wb1rq]

Matt, I heard there is no longer a DJ at the Oasis lagoon pool - is that true??

[@westcoastwendy]

Are you able to enjoy CocoCay with buying an additional package or you must purchase a day pass

[@Queenlemoncake]

Coco cay is free. The beach club and waterpark are extra.

[@justingodin7806]

is it warm here in February?

[@nibblesrule8866]

I went there

[@knotsofast240]

How wheelchair accessible is CocoCay? The Straw Market looks like it is all sand. Is the balloon accessible? In fact, it looks like you have to go through sand to get almost anywhere.

[@twoslo]

I only saw 3 wheelchairs during this whole video. One was a power chair scooter, manual chair and a beach wheelchair.

[@Jerk_411]

Do you know what the weather is like there in January and feb?

[@WENQILI-s3w]

I been there ( Allure of the seas ). Who else been there?👇🏼

[@jewelstaples7224]

Do all of the cabanas include wait/bar service? Will they come to you and take your drink orders?

[@raheemabent6361]

Is the 1st aid station complimentary?

[@garethv1969]

Wish i saw this video in 2023.

[@jewelstaples7224]

Do they have motor sport rental like jet skis?

[@ndirangugichuki6260]

What's the correct pronunciation of Coco Cay ? Is it Coco ( Key ) or like Coco ( Kay ) ?

[@tomsimpson5317]

Depressing I can't go

[@starsofvita]

Why do you pronounce it like CocoKey?

[@leroyfarmer4499]

Either is acceptable, Kay or Key.

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

The Bahamians pronounce it like that

[@NicholasPantages]

read the RCCL FAQ- How is CocoCay pronounced? CocoCay is pronounced Coco-Key. creative.rccl.com/Sales/Royal/Perfect_Day/18062757_Trade_Perfect_Day_FAQs.pdf

[@Bagofsoup]

@@RoyalCaribbeanBlogbut how do the Klingons pronounce it? I don’t know if the Star Trek cruise ever made it there to have that discussion! But as I’ve said in other threads. Just even changing the rhyme would help clear this up. Royal Caribbean causes extra issue with the name here. Coco Cay the place to be, or Coca Cay Perfect Dey. Anythjng would be more clear than what we have now. Tourists come with the marketing of Coco Cay perfect day, only to hear locals say key, only to be corrected by others when getting back home. All the fault of RC marketing.

[@thebourg]

now all I can think about is that chicken sandwich

[@melissacox7075]

Can you bring swim goggles on boat and cococay ?

[@xxjsu91xx]

Cant read

[@bkwwilkes]

I don't think I would like a Pvt beach

[@djtonyprep]

Matt, it is pronounced "kay" for Coco Cay, not "key". As a pinnacle member of Royal Caribbean's, I'm surprised you don't know this. That's the point of their catch phrase "A Perfect Day at Coco Cay", with DAY and CAY rhyming. They even have this jingle while you are riding the tram cars back and forth to the island (ad nauseum I might add!). Please stop mispronouncing 'Cay' as "key".

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Rhyming is a coincidence. The proper Bahamian pronunciation is “key”

[@justinfrazier8737]

Cococay not coco key...... how did you mess this one up ?

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Believe it nor not, the proper Bahamian pronunciation is "key"

[@justinfrazier8737]

@@RoyalCaribbeanBlog hmmm def not how RC announces it but OK...

[@NicholasPantages]

@@justinfrazier8737 Per the Official FAQ it's Key How is CocoCay pronounced? CocoCay is pronounced Coco-Key. creative.rccl.com/Sales/Royal/Perfect_Day/18062757_Trade_Perfect_Day_FAQs.pdf

[@africanbeauty7]

@@justinfrazier8737Doesn’t matter how RC pronounces it. I’d respect the local people and their culture and pronounce it as they do. A colonizing mindset is not the vibe in 2024.

[@Bagofsoup]

So basically it’s all RC’s fault. This is sad. The could have made Coco Cay spelled Key like so many other islands (who have key sound like key or cay sound like cay), but they like alliteration and the letter C. And they could have made any rhyme fit to make very clear whether it’s cay or key, but they chose… perfect day. They are confusing tons of people who then have to be corrected by locals and then get recorrected by foreigners back home and then don’t know what to say. All they had to do was have their marketing geniuses sit down for an extra 30 seconds and come up with… Coco Key, the place to be…” or something along those lines and solve all the problems. Even “Coco Cay, the place to be” at least would settle the pronunciation debate, but no, too simple of an answer. This discussion wouldn’t even be one if RC thought it through a little more.

[@ModernMyths]

Here's a little thing I learned from my last visit there. Since the Island is owned by Royal. If you have the internet package, you can actually use their internet on the island! So if you want to stream some of the fun you are doing, show your family why they should of came with you, or just relax on the hammock and watch a video or 2. Just make sure not to take your phone off airplane mode! XD

[@traveling_with_tonya]

You are correct. And that is also true for the drink package. Whatever one you purchased, carries onto the island.

[@jasminej.542]

Great info y'all thanks! That's good to know!

[@traveling_with_tonya]

I think Royal made a good decision to add the adult only area. Looking forward to seeing it for myself.

[@thesurferdude223]

agreed. going in august !

[@alyssarasmussen1723]

@@thesurferdude223 me too on independence of the seas! boat leaving on the 19th! :D

[@amyparis5756]

Thank you for thoroughly explaining Coco Cay. Very helpful.

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

You are so welcome!

[@traveling_with_tonya]

I'm glad you have a better understanding. One other interesting fact: You would think Cay is pronounced as it looks "kay", but it's not. It's actually "key", due to the area in which it sits. Anyway, if you would like to take a Royal Caribbean ship to reach the island, I can help. Just let me know.

[@Ellie65431]

I went last weekend and hideaway beach is a MUST I had a time!!🎉

[@lampgz]

the fact that royal caribbean charges so much and has everything else for an extra cost is mind blowing

[@brianah1469]

Especially for families. I have a big household, and the main cruise package price alone is super expensive! Never mind an excursion or extras.

[@ssss-wb1rq]

So true, but I have been to Cococay 15 times in the last 2 yrs and only paid for extras 1 time ($100 for the coco beach club) There is so many included activities/food options to choose from I still don't feel the need to pay anything extra

[@LordHotcakes]

@@ssss-wb1rqI’m going to Coco Cay for the first time in May. Debating if we want to pay the cost to get into the water park. You haven’t been?

[@ssss-wb1rq]

No I haven't been to Thrill waterpark - but that's because I have annual passes to Volcano Bay, Aquatica, and Disney water parks.. If you don't live in an area that has many water parks - perhaps try it out - I haven't heard anything bad about it. @@LordHotcakes

[@danettegipson5500]

I understand but it’s a business

[@MsFox2u]

We were at Perfect Day 2 weeks agoaand alll excursios were canceled due to high winds, but WOS did dock as well as Oasis of the Seas. It wasn't too crowded and we just hung out at Chill Island. Plenty of seating. Chilled Grill was great, too!!!

[@theresanyamekye]

Did they refund you your money for the excursions or ??

[@MsFox2u]

@@theresanyamekye Yes, they refunded it as an onboard credit. They don't refund it back to the credit card. I was able to use it to spend on shopping at their $12 sale.

[@wss6an]

This will be our first cruise to CocoCay. This vide was super helpful. Thanks for doing this.

[@borenkd]

I’ve never understood why if all of the food on Coco Cay comes from the ships why can’t we get the snack shack chicken sandwich on the ship? 😭

[@DL-zo9ip]

Omg yes I’m excited to watch, love your videos!!

[@traveling_with_tonya]

Thank you

[@FraserAtSea]

Oh man, I am DYING to get to Coco Cay - it looks absolutely AMAZING!

[@traveling_with_tonya]

I can help to get you there.

[@INSTAVIEW]

Watching this video about Perfect Day at CocoCay has me daydreaming of paradise! Royal Caribbean truly knows how to create the ultimate island getaway experience.

[@traveling_with_tonya]

Thank you for your reply. I will be happy to assist in making that "daydream" come true.

[@brentshuffler1234]

Matt, here are two observations: [1] This island looks very much like Icon of the Seas (e.g., distinctive neighbourhoods; variety of bars and restaurants; many slides and pools, etc.) except that the island has many more square feet per guest. . . [2] ironically, the fact that so many people go ashore on port-days is one of the wonderful benefits for the few that stay on a cruiseship whenever it docks. I also think that there are more food-options and beverages on the ships than on any of the land-based venues....Truly, a Royal Caribbean/Holland America/Carnival or similar type/size of modern cruise-ship is a multifaceted destination in itself....

[@LeeCabell]

What are the prices for water park and other things not included?

[@mortar235]

Drinking game. Take a shot every time Matt says "essentially" or "quite frankly".

[@TheRiverPirate13]

Matt, I have visited Coco Cay back when it was just a relaxing private island destination before the pier and all the different island experiences were created. Basically, before Coco Cay was turned into a version of an Atlantis waterpark. I feel something was lost when RCCL added so much to the island. I visited Hideaway Beach at Coco Cay the 2nd day it was opened for paying cruise passengers earlier this month. Was it fun? Absolutely! I kept thinking though the whole time this energy & fun should be in the pool area of a cruise ship vs the island. I've visit MSC's Ocean Cay twice in the last year and it reminds me of Coco Cay before all the changes. Far more tranquil and quieter. I do realize though just from observation that Coco Cay evolution has been a success for Royal Caribbean with cruise passengers. However, I'm looking forward to seeing Labadee in April as it looks far more relaxed than Coco Cay is now.

[@sludog]

Curious if anybody saw the KZbinr MrBeast when he went to different islands. No surprise perfect day what is the most expensive at 250 million He rented the island for a video shoot. they even kept it open at night for him and his friends. First time I ever saw anybody at the island and water park at night it looked awesome.

[@joanroberson8481]

In May will be back on cococay and at one point the beach club was run $ 340. Now it’s costing $270 each. Once we gave $180 and I thought that was too much. RC is very proud of their beaches😂

[@MrThe1234guy]

Pack an airmattress save $1600 on a day bed 😂 dont forget the sheets

[@marybarlow7291]

Thank you so much for this video!! Heading there in less than 3 weeks for my third time. The first two times I felt lost and had no idea where to go. This video helped me so much make a plan and not miss out on anything fun!

[@rodmills737]

I love Coco Cay , I went there in October on Harmony of the Sea and I’m going back in November on Wonder of the Sea, best port I’ve been to, me and the wife hung out in South Beach area

[@gretelperez9985]

Great video! Is thrilled water park worth it? We are sealing in June on Allure of the seas and the ship doesn't have any water slides. My boys love water parks so we are thinking of getting it, just don't know if is worth it based on their high prices.

[@DanielTodddcrasht]

Nice thorough description. But it's Cay, not Key. Perfect DAY at coco CAY. It rhymes.

[@karentaylor2160]

Thanks Matt, great vid, going in May, WOS, booked the waterpark for us, can't wait

[@HAA_Studios_Noggin]

It's Also Going To Be In A New Switch & Go Dinos Movie Which It's 2 Hours Long and A Crossover With Lalaloopsy!

[@ayana4501]

I honestly didn’t get of ship when we went to Nassau last year. This year will prob be the same thing!

[@mindyinoregon3927]

I was at cocccay island when it was combined with a Bahamas cruise 23 years ago, and boy they've really made cococay waaaayy better than what I remember. 23 years would do it lol. It was a rough island, almost seemed still undeveloped. i was on a princess cruise at the time though.

[@SilverHonda0767]

Like # 8 Love❤️Coco Cay but Nassau is a sh** hole.

[@KyleMiller1919]

I think Royal is building a PAID island experience in Nassau

[@SilverHonda0767]

@@KyleMiller1919 yes, and even that’s over priced.

[@KyleMiller1919]

@@SilverHonda0767 yeh sucks :/

[@christyhill376]

I'm going in November and this video is so helpful! This island is mind blowing!! I can't wait to be there!!

[@ireneimboden9566]

On my one trip to Perfect Day, we only went to the Chill portion. This video reminds me I need to see more of the island next time!

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

You should!

[@garethv1969]

Me too.

[@brianwilliams5973]

I was just at Coco Cay last week, this was my second time going I had a 6 day on Adventures of the Seas, I booked the new Hideaway adults only beach area and man I will say they did it up right, loved it, plenty of beach chairs , I will say they need to add a few more waiters , the one that was working our section did pretty good but could have used some help, outside of that everything was perfect, the pool is plenty big and the drinks were awesome, Hideaway Huts food was fresh and hot and hit the spot, will definitely book it in November when I go on Utopia of the Seas!!

[@veronicaandrade462]

How long are you actually on the island?

[@brianwilliams5973]

@@veronicaandrade462 you get off the ship around 8 am and don’t have your be back until around 4 or 4:30 if I remember correctly, you will be given the times it could vary from ship to ship but I think that’s about the normal times

[@ctbt1832]

Royal Caribbean said that the announcer is not actually a representative from Royal Caribbean because he is pronouncing the name of this place wrong

[@theresanyamekye]

Thanks for this video, taking my cruise with my son in July. I was wondering what are we going to do but now i see it's plenty to do aside from the excursions. Thought i had to do excursions or they would be nothing to do

[@djdredrizzle2551]

Then what the he'll is Free

[@sardadassmahadeo1113]

So excited will be visiting next month on Liberty

[@ekfmswlrn]

When open 2025 schedule navigator of the seas?

[@kyleeury667]

You mentioned that the swim up bar at South Beach costs extra. I could not find a price for this on the RC site. Do you actually have to pay money to swim out there and use the bar? Does the drink package work at that swim up bar? It does not look like something that should cost extra.

[@Noctus2222]

The extra cost mentioned is having to buy the Sri is if you don’t have a package

[@PilotDaveAviation]

Great video as always....Hoch..lol

[@1409Show]

Are all bars included with the premium drink package?

[@William_wayne84]

Unfortunately we went to coco cay last week and got evacuated from the island! We were pretty bummed but we still get to spend a few hours there.

[@spencercorbett742]

The workers that stay on the island live there for three months on, and one month off

[@kerrymotiejaitis7929]

We were there last month with Royal Caribbean odyssey of the sea, totally beautiful and well worth it.

[@jeffreywagner5234]

Fantastic video! TY! 🏝️🚢

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Chris-ww5uu]

Matt, You state that Slice of Paradise is included in Cruise Fare. Is this True? I am getting conflicting information. Thank you for any clarification

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Yes, there are some extra cost areas but most of the island is included

[@AJPeters888]

It’s so poised to be called cococay not coco key

[@RuthGomes-f2z]

What is free at cococay

[@donnawain8633]

Thank you so very much for this video this would be my first time on Royal caribbean ship going in September.

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Glad it was helpful!

Is there any heated pool that I can go with kids? I saw there is in hideaway but that is adults only. Last time we went there the pool water was so cold 🥶 for everything “family friendly”

[@jakeswanson2638]

Ive been on 2 Royal Caribbean cruises and your videos get me so hyped until I can go on another one. Keep up the vids!

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@anniedellaquila134]

Loved the coco cay beach club- pool and beach was beautiful. The service was terrific. Went there with ICON. On previous cruises I look for the Cuban sandwich at the islands windjammer style buffet. The experience of lunch at the beach club at beach club pavilion was extra special. Food was amazing. Lunch was quiet. Landscape of island coco cay beach club with chairs, lounges, exclusive towels, and waiter service is exclusive and beautiful. The bathrooms are exclusive and air conditioned. I was impressed. Still not sure if it’s worth the price point, but I thought it was worth a try on ICON. I was not disappointed at all.

[@sharonfountaine6213]

Wow!! I had no idea that Perfect Day at Coco Cay had so much to offer!! I’ve gotta check it out when I go on my cruise “NEXT YEAR”! 😳😩 Until then I’m gonna be a “Royal” mess!!

[@shannonaguilar6610]

I heard from a few peeps that the drinks are on the "just a wee bit of alcohol" but around $14 (18% mandatory tip not included). Is this true? And how much soda comes out of the machine? I heard Souvenir cup only holds 1.5 cups, and the machine stops at 2 cups. Anyone know for sure?

[@BlazinDei]

I cannot WAIT.

[@gadgetgal6852]

When we went to Thrill Island we got there right when it opened. There were hardly any guest there, lines didn’t get long until about noon. Our ship was the only one there for the day but next month we’ll be on Icon and Independence will be there 2 hours before us. I think we’ll skip Thrill Island this time.

[@nicks931]

Looks miserably windy in most shots... pass!

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Definitely not "miserably windy" at all. Ocean breezes are fantastic. Also, we filmed this in January. Odds are when you go it will be plenty hot and not as breezy. Either way, not miserable

[@toddwion]

Your voice sounds familiar…do you also sell used cars?

[@babes4615]

I love your video its helpful . This will be my first cruise at Royal Caribbean I been in b Carnival cruise b couple times so time to try different cruise . I can’t wait for vacation with Royal Caribbean Allure of the sea.

[@matthewthomas00]

They need a lazy river, particularly one that’s aggressive.

[@interstateruler]

That's a cute place with a lot of fun things to do

[@martinmauger4174]

J'y serai en novembre 2024 sur Icon of the sea. J'ai pas tout compris ce que le narrateur disait , car je trouvais qu'il parlait trop vite, je comprend un peu la langue anglaise, mais j'aurais aimé une traduction en français! Très hâte d'être là en novembre 2024!!! ❤❤

[@Sean-C]

Key or Kay?

[@cywoods60]

Oh Matt thanks so much for sharing this with us. I can't wait to go to Perfect Day At CocoCay.

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@AmiayaMalave-uc1bk]

Fantastic information 😅 Thank you ❤

[@murrethmedia]

Can you get a cruise that goes to CocoCay and just stays there for like a week or something?

[@veronicaandrade462]

I might have missed it, but with all this island to explore how much time are you allowed there? When do you get off and have to get back on the ship?

[@maes33]

Do they have buckets of beer here for non drink package guests?

[@RoyalCaribbeanBlog]

I dont think so

[@jjandd]

Me and D are going on Adventure Of The Seas on 7/27/24 and the day before we get of the ship we are going there. Can't wait!

[@lindag2337]

Why shouldn't i take my phone off airplane mode? Will it be roaming or will you just have international charges?

[@yankeefrankie]

So you referred to it as Coco Key the entire time. It's Coco Kay! Coco Key is a hotel/waterpark company located throughout the US.