Been twice to HMC with Carnival out of Baltimore. My best beach so far because it's surrounded by nature. As soon as I arrive, I head to the far end away from the crowded beach and just enjoy mother nature and the warm, clear waters.
Best beach in the Bahamas/Caribbean! We love HMC. Renting a cabana was fun, like you said, the ceiling fan and A/C were welcomed, and we had soft drinks & water, veggies & dip, snacks, etc., all delivered to the cabana. They also provide snorkels and float rafts. We did that twice, but other times just stroll around visit the bars, and so on. If you don't have a cabana, you might want to consider renting a "clam shell" for shade and a couple of beach chairs for maybe $15 or $20 - not sure of the exact price. The sand here is awesome, it's like sugar! Thanks for the review, nicely done.
My and 2 of my cousins went there and explored the jungle/forest in east side of the island and it was absolutely insane. It felt like we where exploring the island for the first time. We got lost in the forest and made it back for the last shuttle! It was absolutely incredible It’s priceless!
I just recently went on carnival pride and they took us here! It was amazing! Whenever I looked underwater with goggles, and angel fish were everhwhere! Can't wait to go back
Just went there on February 11,2020 for my first time and loved it!This was just when the Coronavirus epidemic was just starting. Glad i got to experience it when i did!
I like Charleston because I drive down from Ohio to save on airfare. It's 10 hrs. from Columbus Oh...IO...I have an hotel I spend the night & they keep my car there, & I take a shuttle, saves me parking fee, plus the hotel is right by the highway (I-77) back to Ohio. August 26th is my Anniversary 42 years. Go Buckeyes!!! About time S.C. got a good ship, Ecstacy sucked.
The island tour was awesome. Small and intimate and the land and sea horseback riding was truly an adventure. The bbq was great, fresh fruit, beautiful ppl, and all.
We visited Half Moon Cay for the first time the beginning of December while on Holland America's Nieuw Amsterdam and it was amazing. The most beautiful water and beach I have seen anywhere. We are going back April 8 this year on Nieuw Statendam and I can't wait!
@@CruiseRadio , the Rock & Roll venue to go along with BB Kings and the others. On our Nieuw Amsterdam cruise I was in BB Kings every night they played. The best music of any cruise I have been on (I typically cruise RCCL but have also been on Celebrity and NCL)
@@CruiseRadio yes, this will be my first cruise, we are very excited! I plan on watching as much as I can until then, thank you again for all your videos they are much appreciated!!
Thank You for the review. We are going on our second cruise, and first with the two kiddos, along with a few families, this August. Wish they stayed at the stops longer. Next cruise will have to be the one to Bermuda where it docks for three days. Hate being rushed. But friends already booked this for their anniversary.
Thanks so much. Very informative. Myself and my family will be embarking on our very 1st cruise with carnival march 4th, so excited. Can't decide what to do when we get there
I love this video 🤗 but it makes me 😔 that I'm not there again right now Even though we'll be cruising in May, I wish we could stop there on the way home just for a few hours. Sigh.... love this place and thank you very much for the video.
I love Half Moon Cay I went last January and it was amazing. I enjoyed the free buffet that was a great idea for Carnival to have for their guest. My only complaint a small one though is that I wish they had a few big shops to shop at. They had a few little places but not much else other then that it is a great destination to visit.
You made a point of continuously pronouncing at Cay. I've only sale there with Holland America and they are very specific about pronouncing it as Key. Every cruise director mentions it during announcements. You should mention the 2 ways people pronounce it.
I hope Carnival starts offering a day pass for drinks. Especially because I get the drink package and think that they should honor it there since it is their island.
With Princess cay having a devastated fire, will princess cruise line start using Half moon until it is rebuilt? As far as Half moon Cay, we have been there several times and truly love the place. Hands down the best beach I have ever been too! Both times we just lounged around and went swimming.
F.T.T.F. gets to go 1st, My wife & I were there an hour before my kids showed up. I'm not sold on these Islands owned by cruise ships. We already do all this on the boat. Plus the reason I go is to see the other lifestyles in the island life. So I try & buy the 2 Island stops like Freeport/Nassau. But that's just me, I enjoyed the Island, but it's all about keeping the money for Carnival.
Absolutely our most favourite island. Always get a cabana as far from the dock area so much more peaceful. Though may not be going back as heard that carnival is going to redevelop the area and don’t like what we read. Why spoil a perfectly natural island, that’s what most of the visitors like about HMC.
That's because it IS actually pronounced "key". Different spelling but same definition; a small island made up of either sand or coral. Anyway this is by far my favorite stop in the Bahamas. If you haven't been there yet, please treat yourself. You'll literally wish you could stay forever.
Cruise Radio No but I have been there several times. I’m sailing on the Carnival Fascination today out of San Juan PR! You should definitely review this itinerary.
It is pronounced "key"... Almost cringe every time he says "kay"... These are supposed to be experts? Lol. And coco "Kay" castaway "kay", princess "Kay", lol, this guy is a moron.
Been there several times. Depends on the group of people that’s going there. Sometimes it’s loud with kiddos sometimes it quite with older people. But either way it’s tolerable.and there’s nothing tasty about those lobsters. Only if it’s a Maine lobsters. Ayuh.
You can rent beach chairs and do something things on the island at the little hut on the beach. However, it's best to do it on the ship. Thanks so much for watching.
Doug, please redo this video, and use Holland America ships as the focus. With all the Holland America signage around the island, It clashes with the ships you're showcasing from carnival. I'd appreciate it very much. You're production values are much better than everyone else on RUclips posting Cruise related videos.
What do you think of Half Moon Cay?
Cruise Radio Well, I got to play with an octopus so... need I say more. Great spot!
Been twice to HMC with Carnival out of Baltimore. My best beach so far because it's surrounded by nature. As soon as I arrive, I head to the far end away from the crowded beach and just enjoy mother nature and the warm, clear waters.
Beautiful!!
The beach and water was awesome. This was our second time and both times we had awesome weather
I actually work there lol
Best beach in the Bahamas/Caribbean! We love HMC. Renting a cabana was fun, like you said, the ceiling fan and A/C were welcomed, and we had soft drinks & water, veggies & dip, snacks, etc., all delivered to the cabana. They also provide snorkels and float rafts. We did that twice, but other times just stroll around visit the bars, and so on. If you don't have a cabana, you might want to consider renting a "clam shell" for shade and a couple of beach chairs for maybe $15 or $20 - not sure of the exact price. The sand here is awesome, it's like sugar! Thanks for the review, nicely done.
Truly is , no rocks at all
My and 2 of my cousins went there and explored the jungle/forest in east side of the island and it was absolutely insane. It felt like we where exploring the island for the first time. We got lost in the forest and made it back for the last shuttle! It was absolutely incredible It’s priceless!
That's amazing! What was the coolest thing that you saw while you were exploring? Thank you for watching.
I just recently went on carnival pride and they took us here! It was amazing! Whenever I looked underwater with goggles, and angel fish were everhwhere! Can't wait to go back
That sounds amazing! Was this your first cruise? Thank you for watching.
@@CruiseRadio Yes it was! It was a amazing experience to
Great video! I’ll have my wedding ceremony there in March, 2020. I can’t wait!
I appreciate the compliment. I hope your wedding goes beautifully. Thank you for watching.
Wow! That's tremendous! God bless
How was your wedding due to this corona? Hope everything worked out well and congratulations!
How did it go
@@qtjeri9089 It was canceled 3 weeks before lol
It was a long fight to have my money back.
Just went there on February 11,2020 for my first time and loved it!This was just when the Coronavirus epidemic was just starting. Glad i got to experience it when i did!
That is good! Thank you for watching.
Half Moon Cay is Awesome! Can't wait to go back again August 26th 2019 on Carnival Sunshine out Charleston, SC. ☀️😁🌴🍹🚢🌊
Thanks for watching.
I like Charleston because I drive down from Ohio to save on airfare. It's 10 hrs. from Columbus Oh...IO...I have an hotel I spend the night & they keep my car there, & I take a shuttle, saves me parking fee, plus the hotel is right by the highway (I-77) back to Ohio. August 26th is my Anniversary 42 years. Go Buckeyes!!! About time S.C. got a good ship, Ecstacy sucked.
We recently visited Half Moon Cay and it was beautiful! We had a wonderful time and will definately visit again. Thanks for the video.
You're welcome. What was your favorite part about Half Moon Cay? Thank you for watching.
The island tour was awesome. Small and intimate and the land and sea horseback riding was truly an adventure. The bbq was great, fresh fruit, beautiful ppl, and all.
We visited Half Moon Cay for the first time the beginning of December while on Holland America's Nieuw Amsterdam and it was amazing. The most beautiful water and beach I have seen anywhere. We are going back April 8 this year on Nieuw Statendam and I can't wait!
Sounds like a great time! Which feature of the new HAL ship are you most excited for?
@@CruiseRadio , the Rock & Roll venue to go along with BB Kings and the others. On our Nieuw Amsterdam cruise I was in BB Kings every night they played. The best music of any cruise I have been on (I typically cruise RCCL but have also been on Celebrity and NCL)
One of my favorite islands! Stunning!
How do you usually spend your days there, Johnna? Thanks for watching!
I have a cruise booked for April 2020 bc I wanted to experience the private island. So the cruise I picked had to make a stop here. Cant wait!!
Nice. Will this be your first cruise? Thank you for watching.
@@CruiseRadio No, second I cruised on the Carnival Dream when it was out of New Orleans.
me too 4-19-2020 :)
Thanks Doug. Your tours are super helpful!
I'm so glad you're enjoying them. Let me know if you have any questions. -doug
Love love this beach. Can’t wait to go back in June.
It is beautiful! Which ship will you be sailing on? Thanks for watching
I am going on a cruise November of this year and this is one of the stops, thank you for this video it made me even more excited to go to this Island!
Nice. Will this be your first cruise? Thank you for watching.
@@CruiseRadio yes, this will be my first cruise, we are very excited! I plan on watching as much as I can until then, thank you again for all your videos they are much appreciated!!
Thank You for the review. We are going on our second cruise, and first with the two kiddos, along with a few families, this August. Wish they stayed at the stops longer. Next cruise will have to be the one to Bermuda where it docks for three days. Hate being rushed. But friends already booked this for their anniversary.
What did you like the most with your first cruise? Thank you for watching.
Thanks for sharing, I’m book for April 2022🤞🏾
Will be my first time and I’m super excited haven’t cruise in a long time now.
Awesome! Appreciate you watching. Pack the sunscreen.
I went there once I loved it I wish they had more variety when it comes to shopping because I love shopping on vacation
The beach was gorgeous.so pretty . There we no street lights it was very laid back and relaxing. The people were very nice not pushy or aggressive.
Sounds perfect! Thanks, again, for watching.
Thanks so much. Very informative. Myself and my family will be embarking on our very 1st cruise with carnival march 4th, so excited. Can't decide what to do when we get there
That is very exciting! I hope you and your family have a great time. Let us know if you have any questions.
We went a few years ago, rented a Cabana and had a great time, it was a little crowded still a very good day, one or our best cruise stops !!!!
Great video Doug, it makes we want to go there now! I never would have guessed it was so nice looking!
Thank you for your kind words, Nathan! It's a beautiful island for sure.
was there last week, I miss it, get yourself a nice rum cruiser and plop onto a lounge chair, okay the water a tad chilly but it's only march
I’m glad to hear you had such a nice time! ☀️ thanks for watching
I love this video 🤗 but it makes me 😔 that I'm not there again right now Even though we'll be cruising in May, I wish we could stop there on the way home just for a few hours. Sigh.... love this place and thank you very much for the video.
I love Half Moon Cay I went last January and it was amazing. I enjoyed the free buffet that was a great idea for Carnival to have for their guest. My only complaint a small one though is that I wish they had a few big shops to shop at. They had a few little places but not much else other then that it is a great destination to visit.
That buffet is not free you pay for it in the price of the cruise .
Big shops? Really? We go there to enjoy nature, not big shops. Go to Miami for that! Some people are just unbelievable…
You would know
My favorite island ever!!
Loved this place, definitely could've lived here
Totally agree!
Yes I definitely book my cruise if half moon Cays part of the itinerary
It is amazing. Thank you for watching.
You made a point of continuously pronouncing at Cay. I've only sale there with Holland America and they are very specific about pronouncing it as Key. Every cruise director mentions it during announcements. You should mention the 2 ways people pronounce it.
I loved it there. I will definitely go back!
What was your favorite part about the Half Moon Cay? Thank you for watching.
I hope Carnival starts offering a day pass for drinks. Especially because I get the drink package and think that they should honor it there since it is their island.
That would be nice! What Carnival ships have you sailed on? Thank you for watching.
Going there this April with my bf and we’re both so exited!!
Nice! It is a great island to visit. What are you and your boyfriend most excited for?
Being from LA we’re excited to see the clear blue water and clean sand 😍. We don’t get that here.
I’m going this April as well, SOOO excited!
Great Video. Does you know if we can rent jet ski’s and if so how much?
Been to half moon a couple time and going this year and just booked the private oasis for the fist time last year did the villa and it was awesome
Michael Sprouse Did you rented it with Carnival?
Great video! I will be there in a few weeks and the video was very helpful!!
I'm glad it helped. Are you going to do any of the shore excursions that are being offered? Thank you for watching.
It's -11 outside right now and all I can think of is how much I wish we were back at HMC.
Haha. That is year-round wish for me.
Just an FYI in the Bahamas Cay is pronounced as “Key”. Just got of the Carnival Sunrise and all of our friends loved it
Good to know. What was your favorite part about the Sunrise? Thank you for watching.
Cruise Radio I would say the Red Frog Rum Bar
Well that explains why some call it "cay" while others call it "key" ...I was wondering. Thanks for the info 👍
thanks for bringing the cruise news.
With Princess cay having a devastated fire, will princess cruise line start using Half moon until it is rebuilt? As far as Half moon Cay, we have been there several times and truly love the place. Hands down the best beach I have ever been too! Both times we just lounged around and went swimming.
Princess Cay is back open now. It was only closed for a few days. They got it operational pretty quick. Thanks for watching.
It’s probably the most beautiful place I’ve ever been
It is quite the sight to see. How did you spend your day there?
@@CruiseRadio I will be there in December we are doing a new years eve cruise with Carnival.
Beautiful beach island
It is gorgeous. Thank you for watching.
Thanks for sharing! Going June 2022.
I haven’t been there looks great
You should go..it is amazing!
F.T.T.F. gets to go 1st, My wife & I were there an hour before my kids showed up. I'm not sold on these Islands owned by cruise ships. We already do all this on the boat. Plus the reason I go is to see the other lifestyles in the island life. So I try & buy the 2 Island stops like Freeport/Nassau. But that's just me, I enjoyed the Island, but it's all about keeping the money for Carnival.
Thank you for watching.
Heading there in Sept. on Carnival.
Very cool. What ship?
Currently on the Magic and HMC got cancelled 😢 One day I’ll make it there 💓
Oh no! Too windy to tender? Thank you for watching and sorry you didn't make it!
Been there love it want to go back so bad
I was there 2 years ago when I went on carnival liberty it's a cool island
Very cool, Chad. What was your favorite part of your trip?
the bbq buffet at half moon cay was my favorite
I will be there January 2020 YES!!
Awesome! A great start to the new year. Thank you for watching.
Absolutely our most favourite island. Always get a cabana as far from the dock area so much more peaceful. Though may not be going back as heard that carnival is going to redevelop the area and don’t like what we read. Why spoil a perfectly natural island, that’s what most of the visitors like about HMC.
That does sound peaceful. What other islands have you cruised to? Thank you for watching.
This is the best review I have ever seen about Half Moon Cay. I always thought it was pronounced Half Moon "Key" though...
Thank you for your kind words! Do you have any sailings planned there for 2019?
That's because it IS actually pronounced "key". Different spelling but same definition; a small island made up of either sand or coral. Anyway this is by far my favorite stop in the Bahamas. If you haven't been there yet, please treat yourself. You'll literally wish you could stay forever.
Cruise Radio No but I have been there several times. I’m sailing on the Carnival Fascination today out of San Juan PR! You should definitely review this itinerary.
Key and Cay are used interchangeably. Cay migrated from Spanish Cayo -- the letter O dropped off when adopted to English.
It is pronounced "key"... Almost cringe every time he says "kay"... These are supposed to be experts? Lol. And coco "Kay" castaway "kay", princess "Kay", lol, this guy is a moron.
Would you say the crowds to get on the islands die down around 10am? Or closer to noon?
Half moon is my favorite island
What do you like the most about it? Thank you for watching.
Don't Forget the sun screen.
Definitely not! Thanks for watching.
This is the only reason why I am booking a cruise is just to spend the day ... wish they had a cruise to spend 2 full days their!
Last summer a handful of sailings did it. Was on two, loved it!
Been there in 2014, loved it but wish they offered diving not just snorkeling.
Glad you had such a great time. Thanks for watching!
Is there Jet ski'ing there?
We like Half Moon Cay, but we don't like the way the lounges are set up. Next, we will go further down the beach and just lay on our towels.
Been to just loved it 2016 👍
Can you Jet Ski there?
I will b here tomorrow, went there when I was 10. 5 yrs ago lul,
Hope you had a great time! Thanks so much for watching.
Cruise Radio yea, it was amazing got sun burnt from hell but it was a lot of fun.
Been there several times. Depends on the group of people that’s going there. Sometimes it’s loud with kiddos sometimes it quite with older people. But either way it’s tolerable.and there’s nothing tasty about those lobsters. Only if it’s a Maine lobsters. Ayuh.
Do not book a snorkel excursion off this island. The snorkeling. Is amazing in the cove.
Can you rent snorkeling gear there?
@@robertdseals1 yes
Do you need your passport?
Can you rent snorkel gear?
Yes you can, thanks for watching!
Msc has a dock on there island
Yes, and so does Disney and Royal Caribbean at both locations. Thank you for watching.
Can uh not book Excursions on the island
You can rent beach chairs and do something things on the island at the little hut on the beach. However, it's best to do it on the ship. Thanks so much for watching.
Pronounced KEY..... Cay is KEY
Thank you for watching.
Was there in oct2109
What did you like the most about it? Thank you for watching.
@@CruiseRadio am used to the sands water sun warm weather got that in my back yard am from the 242
I’m going in july!
Awesome! What ship? Thanks for taking the time to watch.
Cruise Radio carnival magic!
Sold!
Definitely a great place to go! Thank you for watching.
Doug, please redo this video, and use Holland America ships as the focus. With all the Holland America signage around the island, It clashes with the ships you're showcasing from carnival.
I'd appreciate it very much. You're production values are much better than everyone else on RUclips posting Cruise related videos.
Noted. I'll add it to my list. I really appreciate your kind words.
KEY (not cay)
Forgive me father for I have sinned. 🙄
@@CruiseRadio lol the amount of people who have corrected you on that. 💀
I’ll be here tomorrow 🤣
Royal Caribbean's Perfect Day at Coco Cay is much better!
Subjective. This island is good if you want to just chill out for the day and not be geared up with the latest gadgets. Thank you for watching!