Posted on 11/19/2025
If you’re dreaming of sun-soaked beaches, crystal-clear water, and a full day of island fun, Celebration Key™, Carnival Cruise Line’s brand-new exclusive destination in Grand Bahama, is ready to deliver. Designed from the ground up for pure vacation bliss, this 65-acre tropical escape is filled with vibrant energy, colorful experiences, and five unique portals to explore. But if you’re looking to take your island day from incredible to unforgettable, a few upgrades can elevate the experience in all the right ways.
Here are three ways to make your Celebration Key™ visit even more amazing.
REASON 1: Upgrade to Premium Relaxation: Cabanas, Daybeds & Villas
Nothing says “vacation” quite like having a space that’s all yours. At Celebration Key™, you can upgrade your day with a variety of private retreats—whether you’re craving comfort, convenience, or a splash of luxury.
- Lounge in laid-back luxury at the lagoon-side Large Cabana Retreat in the serene Calypso Lagoon portal (ages 13+), featuring plush seating, stocked coolers, delicious snacks, concierge service, and a complimentary curated lunch.
- For families, the Lagoon Super Villa Paradise in the Starfish Lagoon portal offers a spacious villa with a water slide, sun shelf access to the Caribbean’s largest freshwater lagoon, roomy seating for eight, and a concierge—perfect for making a splash between snacks, soft drinks, and unlimited Suncastle Racing Slide rides.
- Prefer ocean breezes? The Beachfront Daybed Bliss puts you just steps from Starfish Beach with a cushioned, curtain-shaded daybed—ideal for reading, napping, or soaking in the views.
- For adults, the Private Beach Club Super Villa in Pearl Cove delivers the ultimate haven: hammocks, stocked mini fridge, open bar, shaded loungers, concierge service, and a gourmet lunch option, all steps from a tranquil private beach.
- The Lagoon-Side Daybed Retreat offers cozy comfort just moments from dining and water fun.
Whether you’re relaxing with a book, sipping something icy, or just enjoying the breeze, these upgrades ensure you’ll spend your day in total comfort. It’s the perfect escape for couples seeking serenity, families needing shade, or anyone who loves traveling in vacation-VIP style.
REASON 2: Sip & Savor Island Favorites
If you're looking for paradise so vivid you can taste it, Celebration Key™ will tempt you at every turn with flavors as bright and fresh as the island itself. Food here isn’t just a meal—it’s a memory waiting to happen. With more than 30 dining and bar locations scattered across the destination, you can eat your way from lagoon to beach and experience a world of variety.
- Enjoy authentic Bahamian specialties, breezy beach-club bites, frozen cocktails, comfort classics, and quick snack stops.
- At Calypso Lagoon, discover Mingo’s Tropical Bar & Kitchen—named for The Bahamas’ iconic national bird—serving up crispy conch fritters, vibrant local fish, and frosty drinks.
- Surf N’ Sauce BBQ & Brews features an outdoor smoker and in-house brewhouse for the ultimate backyard-barbecue-meets-island-escape vibe.
- At Starfish Lagoon, families love Gill’s Grill, an al fresco seafood spot offering baskets of lobster, fish, chicken, burgers, and kids' meals.
- For a refined taste, the Pearl Cove Beach Club Restaurant delivers elevated dishes and handcrafted drinks—poolside, on the sand, or with sweeping ocean views.
REASON 3: Add Adventure with Shore Excursions That Take You Beyond the Beach
If you’re craving fun and adventure, Celebration Key™ and Grand Bahama Island offer endless ways to dive in. From snorkeling, kayaking, dolphin encounters, and ziplines to ATVs, e-bikes, island tours, and more, this destination is built for explorers of every kind.
- Glide across calm blue waters on a Double the Fun two-person kayak.
- Discover the island’s natural and cultural gems on the CocoNutz Cruisers e-bike tour with scenic stops, conch tastings, and a beachside lunch.
- For an easygoing day, Pirate’s Cove Beach delivers island vibes with swimming, water sports, a Bahamian buffet, open bar, and plenty of games in the sun.
- Foodies and culture lovers can savor conch dishes, Bahamian favorites, local beer, and colorful shopping in Williams Town, Mader Town, and Port Lucaya Marketplace.
- Nature fans can meet dolphins at Sanctuary Bay, spot tropical birds, or ride through the treetops on an 8-tower zipline.
- Thrill-seekers can rev through the Bahamian bush on an ATV, cruise caravan-style in an open-top Jeep, or snorkel vibrant reefs on the Under the Sea experience.
And this is just the beginning! Countless more island adventures are waiting for you.
Contact your travel advisor to help plan your cruise to paradise.