New Beach Club, Lunch Pavilion Open on Half Moon Cay

As enhancements to Carnival Corporation’s private island RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay continue, Holland America has revealed that a new beach club and food pavilion are now ready to welcome visitors.

Travelers aboard the line’s Caribbean cruises this season will be able to enjoy a new food pavilion serving an island-inspired barbecue lunch, as well as a new and exclusive Beach Club experience. Additional enhancements include upgraded cabanas, refreshed clamshells and daybeds, renovated bars and eateries, and pickleball courts that were introduced last season.

holland america lunch pavilion rendering — (Credit: Holland America)

New Beach Club

The new Beach Club pairs Holland America’s signature palette of blue, orange, and cream with natural textures and relaxed, open-air spaces. Visitors who purchase a day pass for the beach club will receive priority tendering from the ship to the island. The Beach Club will also include dedicated waiter service, all-inclusive alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, included beach accessories, and specialty food and drink options.

Bookings for the Beach Club will open in early October.

Food Pavilion

Outside of the Beach Club, a new food pavilion will offer a complimentary menu of island favorites. Existing bars and eateries are also being renovated. Cabanas are currently being upgraded as well, and the beach area will soon offer more daybeds for guests to use.

Upgraded canopy loungers for two and additional beach chairs will create more relaxing spaces to unwind, and four pickleball courts add another way for visitors to enjoy their time ashore.

holland america ship half moon cay bahamas — (Credit: Holland America)

Holidays in the Caribbean

Those who are considering taking a Caribbean cruise this fall/winter, including over the holidays, can save money with Holland America’s current Save on Sunshine promotion. It includes up to 50 percent off cruise fares, plus kids sail free on select sailings.

Holiday cruises this year range from seven-night escapes to extended sailings that combine classic Caribbean destinations with less-visited islands and historic ports.