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World’s largest swim-up bar anyone? Inside Royal Caribbean’s new private beach club

Royal Caribbean’s Royal Beach Club Paradise Island is now open in The Bahamas, offering all-inclusive beach days for cruise guests visiting Nassau.

A year-round tropical climate, palm-fringed beaches and crystal-clear waters – it’s easy to see why the Bahamas is home to aptly named Paradise Island.

Now, Royal Caribbean has taken the island’s appeal up a notch with the opening of Royal Beach Club Paradise Island, a new all-inclusive beach destination exclusively for cruise guests visiting Nassau. The 17-acre retreat officially welcomed its first visitors on 23 December 2025 and marks the debut of the cruise line’s Royal Beach Club Collection.

Located just a short ride from Nassau harbour, the beach club combines the natural beauty of the Bahamas with Royal Caribbean’s signature experiences. Guests can spend the day across two beaches and three pools, sip cocktails at the world’s largest swim-up bar, enjoy live music and sample Bahamian-inspired food at a variety of waterfront dining spots.

From family-friendly beach games to laid-back lounging or high-energy pool parties, Royal Beach Club Paradise Island is designed to offer an all-inclusive beach day for every kind of cruiser. Here’s what to expect…

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Slice of heaven

Located on the western end of Paradise Island, the 17-acre Royal Beach Club delivers a cool combo of both exclusivity and all-inclusivity. Guests can enjoy access to everything from breathtaking beaches and luxurious cabanas to live music and island-inspired cuisine.

Guests can spread out across two pristine beaches, three pools and 10 waterfront bars, making it easy to swap between laid-back lounging and party energy throughout the day. Day passes are now available and include roundtrip transportation on five colourful water ferries, unlimited food and drinks, Wi-Fi, lockers, umbrellas, lounge chairs and towels.

Crafted by local Bahamian architects and designers, the beach club’s style is authentic to the destination, built from natural materials and decorated in vibrant colours.

Warm, turquoise waters invite lazy afternoons paddling, cocktail in hand, before kicking back on The Bahamas’ world-famous white sand beaches. For those with a more competitive spirit, the host of beach sports and activities on offer should get the blood pumping.

Daily beach barbecues are sure to offer a memorable opportunity to taste freshly-caught seafood among other zesty Bahamian flavours, while live performances from local musicians will complete the dreamy beach atmosphere. If a spot of retail therapy is in order, local artisans will be in situ selling traditional hand-crafted goods.

The Royal Beach Club is able to host approximately 2,000 guests.

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Beach day for every vibe

Royal Beach Club Paradise Island offers three distinct zones to cater to all types of travellers:

Family Beach

Perfect for families of all ages, Family Beach centres around The Shallow End, a zero-entry pool ideal for splashing and relaxing in the sun. Guests can join in beach games or unwind in shaded areas along the sand.

For a more exclusive experience, the Ultimate Family Cabana offers a two-storey retreat complete with a private whirlpool, wet-dry slide, frozen drink machine and dedicated attendant service.

Chill Beach

For those seeking serenity, Chill Beach offers powdery white sand plus access to The Deep End pool and swim-up bar, with beach and poolside cabanas available for an upgraded experience. Guests can also explore Bahamian culture by shopping at local artisan huts or indulging in island delicacies like grilled shrimp skewers and fire engine fritters.

Party Cove

Party Cove is the epicentre of the action, home to The Floating Flamingo – the world’s largest swim-up bar. Here, guests can sip cocktails in the water while DJs keep the party atmosphere going throughout the day.

For an elevated experience, groups of up to 12 can reserve a private space on the east or west side of the second-floor Party Deck at The Floating Flamingo, complete with dedicated food and drink service and ocean views.

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The logistics

Royal Beach Club Paradise Island is now open and available to guests sailing to Nassau on selected Royal Caribbean itineraries. Visitors can purchase all-inclusive day passes through Royal Caribbean, with access to the beach club’s beaches, pools, dining, bars and included transport.

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What’s next?

Royal Beach Club Paradise Island is just the start of Royal Caribbean’s growing lineup of exclusive destinations. Next up is Royal Beach Club Cozumel, opening in 2026, followed by Perfect Day Mexico in 2027.

Alongside existing favourites like Perfect Day at CocoCay and Labadee in Haiti, the cruise line is steadily building a collection of private destinations designed to give guests more to experience ashore.

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Jordan Forgie

Jordan is Digital Content Manager at Sailawaze and has always believed there’s no better way to see the world than by sea. Turning her love for travel into a career, Jordan carved out a niche in cruise PR and marketing before channelling her storytelling skills into writing and joining the Sailawaze team. Her travels have taken her from surfing in Barbados and sipping wine whilst cruising along the Rhône, to visiting an orangutan sanctuary in Borneo and sailing the Hawaiian Islands. Next on her travel bucket list is seeing the Northern Lights and a trip to the Canadian Rockies.

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Published 17.01.26

World’s largest swim-up bar anyone? Inside Royal Caribbean’s new private beach club

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What to expect at Royal Beach Club Paradise Island

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