Opposite the bustling Nassau Bahamas Cruise Terminal, where it is not unusual to see four or five passenger ships docked at once, is a slice of tropical paradise with miles of white-sand beaches and turquoise water.
Once dotted with mansions, the 17-acre expanse on the western end of the Bahamas’ Paradise Island, has been acquired by an unlikely developer: the Royal Caribbean cruise line.
After the success of its Bahamian private island, CocoCay, the company is expanding its land-based offerings with a beach club scheduled to open in December. The projected $165 million project will have three swimming pools, the world’s largest swim-up bar and themed beach zones.
“We are creating the ultimate beach day with the authentic vibe,…
