Are Bahamas’ Tiny Islands Ready For Hundreds of Cruise Visitors?
Published 3 weeks ago
en masse. So it is little surprise that the announcement of all-Bahamas cruises aboard
Crystal Serenity — with stops at islands where the population isn’t much larger than the passenger complement — is generating some controversy.
Beginning July 3, luxury line Crystal Cruises’
Serenity will offer a 16-week program of seven-night Bahamas voyages, with a choice to sail roundtrip from Nassau or Bimini. The 1,064-passenger ship will depart Nassau on Saturdays and Bimini on Sundays with a maximum of 900 guests onboard — numbers are restricted due to health protocols.
Crystal Serenity (Photo courtesy of Crystal Cruises)