Bahamas elections disrupt alcohol sales at RCL/CCL private ports
Key Questions
How did the Bahamas election affect alcohol sales at Royal Caribbean ports?
A May 12 booze ban impacted Royal Beach Club Nassau (Utopia sailings) and CocoCay (Oasis/Wonder dry runs). This follows April 30 Nassau refunds.
Which Carnival Cruise Line ports were affected by the alcohol ban?
Celebration Key was hit, with Glory, Freedom, and Vista rerouted to Grand Turk. Open-bar perks on Bahamas itineraries were disrupted.
What is the status of CocoCay amid these disruptions?
CocoCay is undergoing maintenance closure this week, compounding election-related alcohol ban issues. Pricing, rebookings, and Nassau/CocoCay/Key updates are being monitored.
Were refunds issued for the Bahamas alcohol ban?
Royal Beach Club Nassau guests received refunds after the April 30 ban, with similar disruptions on May 12. Hundreds of guests were affected.
How does the temporary alcohol ban impact Bahamas cruises?
The ban threw a wrench into cruisers' plans for alcoholic beverages at Bahamas destinations on May 12. It affects multiple lines' private ports and itineraries.
May12 booze ban hits RCL Royal Beach Club Nassau (Utopia), CocoCay (Oasis/Wonder dry), CCL Celebration Key (Glory/Freedom/Vista to Grand Turk); follows Apr30 Nassau refunds. Affects open-bar perks and Bahamas itins; CocoCay maintenance closure this week. Monitor disruptions/pricing/rebooks/Nassau/CocoCay/Key.