What is your favorite cruise port?

We enjoyed having you onboard the Jade. Thank you for supporting the shows. ❤

Hey Tony, I have learned to never wear cotton in a hot or humid climate. I turn into a dripping sponge. I now wear those newfangled nylon stay dry shirts. They are amazing AND they can be washed in your stateroom sink and will hang dry overnight! They will dry in under 1 hour if draped over a chair on your veranda. I now have pants with zip off legs that have the same amazing properties. Makes carry on ONLY travel a breeze.

The section that you just let the video run with the sound of the ship and water while you tendered away just sent me into a deep breathe and relax mode. I miss being on a cruise ship. Worst part, I don't even have another on the books yet! I wish I could go more than every two years (which seems to be our average).

THANK YOU for the mini vacay vid tour! I am currently going thru radiation after mastectomy and sooooooo ready for another cruise. All I can do right now is watch them on youtube! THanks bunches!

Our favorite cruise port is our next cruise port.

Over the years, on multiple ships, we have been on them all. Our favorite port is now the one where most the most people get off the ship. That leaves the buffet, the adult pool, the sun decks, the various tastings to a just a few hundred people to enjoy.

Yes!! Great little island and when you’re the only ship in town and one of the smaller ones, it feels like your own personal island!

Tony I absolutely love you doing these types of videos!! They’re perfect! And to see Jenny is always wonderful! ❤

I used to work for Norwegian Cruise lines as a nurse many years ago. All of the employees who live and stay on the key All were certified in CPR and water rescue. Norwegian Cruise lines used to post One of the nurses on the key when passengers were there but basically it was just a sun day for us because the key staff took care of everything and only called us if they needed a license professional a serious injury. Also at least it used to be, all nurses and doctors on the Norwegian Cruise lines must be advanced CPR certified, and have emergency room or critical care experience. The other thing I like about Norwegian Cruise lines is that Norwegian sailors take their job very seriously. If there was ever an emergency on a Norwegian cruise ship I have no doubt that the crew is fully trained and knows what the hell they're doing. I haven't worked for them for many years but I would hope that that tradition continues.

I love the private islands… but can’t imagine NOT going into that delightful water!!

Thanks for making me look forward to a tender ride. Most people complain about them. I'm going to appreciate them from now on.

The private island is wonderful to explore and experience. We’ve been there several times when our son was younger. Now we just stay on the ship and enjoy the pool. We’re in our 60’s now. 😊

Seems to have a similar vibe to Half Moon Cay (HAL/Carnival) - AKA "Little San Salvador island" - only more developed. The focus is on the beach and excursions instead of "amusement park" attractions. We've loved every stop we've made at Half Moon Cay!

It sure has changed over the years. When we went many years ago, they had grills. Beach barbecue vibe. You could explore the island. Just sandy pathways. We explored the island and it was wonderful. Sometimes I think less is more. The tenders only held about 25 people. They had snorkel and float rentals. I’m glad we experienced the early days of the private island.

I also like the tender ride and the views of the ship. I always come home with lots of such pictures.

That is truly a fun stop. May be time to give NCL another try. I made one important observation, however, flies were not swarming the food like they do at Princess Cays. I refuse to eat there.

I think that circular structure in front of the tequila bar is a spot to take photos (you sit on the little bench, and you can see the ocean behind your heads, with a circular frame made out of the branches).

Another great video tour. I love your enthusiasm and the fact that you enjoy everything unabashedly. You make me remember why I used to love cruising. Thanks for taking us along.

You seem to enjoy everything you do. Big or small. Thank you for sharing.

Really, really enjoyed this video. What a comprehensive yet not too long and never boring tour of NCL’s private island. After watching all your port videos, I now want to take a cruise on Norwegian on this itinerary!

You give great tours..thanks!!

Thanks for sharing. You are doing a good job of making me want to go to the Caribbean on NCL.

Tony, I’m not a real beach person either, but thx for showing us. It’s a beautiful place and I see why people would want to relax there a day. You’d find me on my balcony. 😂

Nice job Tony showing us around especially for a guy who's not a big fan of the blazing sun! You revealed some good hidden spots and the taco bar!

I was so happy to hear you mention how tendering is one of your favorite things! Me too for the exact same reason!

Wowww! What a great overview of "Great Stirrup Cay" I have to visit this island--Awesome overview! My husband and I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE how you "Keep it real". You tell the good, the great, and the most interesting about cruising!!!❤❤❤🔥🔥🔥

I chuckled a bit when reading that sign that says children must be supervised at all times because I watched the most recent video of people who should be banned and then I laughed again when he said It's a message that a lot of people need on this cruise. I'm thinking to all the islands I've been to and I don't ever remember a first aid station being there. (I'm sure they are on all the islands but I just don't remember seeing them.) I love me some patron however, not in the summertime and not in a hot place!! Patron heats you up it will not under any circumstances cool you off! Whenever I go to the Caribbean no matter what island it is I have to get at least one banana daiquiri! Rice Krispies looked interesting and that banana bread needs to be piled high on my plate!!!🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤 Looked like flatbread pizza and if that's flatbread cheese pizza you could pile a bunch of that on my plate as well! 🤣🤣🤣 Restaurants open from 11:30 to 1400 My mom would be so confused as to what time it closes! 🤣🤣🤣 Yes sir this is the Bacardi bar but no sir We do not serve any rum whatsoever😐 I'm not quite sure that they're ziplining from the lighthouse straight down but you might walk back and drop your stuff off or something I don't know.?

We love Norwegian and their private island!!!

My favourite part of the video is the beginning. Loved the comparison of the islands, and the RC mega ship on Perfect Day island. Especially since I been there in Feb and had no idea GSK was that close to Perfect Day. That was new info to me!!

A very good coverage of Great Stirrup Cay, Tony. Thank you for taking the time out to show us what we can look forward to when we tender there from the Norwegian Epic in December.

We love that port. We sat right behind you last time under that grass hut, when you were drinking your margarita. Going to the right is the best. My husband snorkeled out there by the rocks and saw all kinds of cool fish and a barracuda.

Norwegian has announced that they are building a dock for ships at Great Stirrup Cay. Should be done by the end of 2025. Will really help as GSC is often missed by ships due to unsafe tendering conditions.

We really were surprised on this beautiful island for NCL. It was gorgeous. If you ask me, Princess really needs to step up their private island game!

I’m really enjoying your tours and live shots.

I’ve spent several days at Great Stirrup Cay, and everyone of them has been just fantastic. Love that place

We just purchased 3 Guy Harvey painting on the Carnival Pride (the cruise you were on). It was great seeing the lighthouse and his painting. Now I need to go to the island and take some pictures. Thanks!!

Silver Cove is the private part of the Caye... we (6-8 of us) usually rent one... a/c, private patio, living room, full bathroom, some have a bedroom, a private higher end buffet, and a secluded beach area... worth it with a bigger group cruising together!!

Great video. Keep up the great work. The artifact reminded me of a story about my friend Bob who was on a family vacation in Hawaii. He found and artifact in the in an Hawaiian cemetery. The artifact turned out to be cursed . His his brother was bitten by a tarantula and his other brother almost drown surfing. Bob spent the rest to the trip trying to return the artifact to the ancient burial spot.

I agree, tendering can be the fun part.

Really enjoy traveling with you including the excursions. Thanks for taking us along.

Great video Mate. Know a tender ride can be a pain in the aft, but I Absolutely love seeing the ship heading back. The best sight in the world In my opinion Thanks for the entertainment

When i was last there i visited a barbecue restaurant that was amazing. Also walked to the other side of the island for some amazing swimming

I love Stirup Cay! It's my favorite NCL stop! You should go in the water, Tony, then you wouldn't be so hot.😂

The only time we've visited Great Stirrup Cay was in 2011. Wow -- how it's 'grown up'!! 😁 I've never been to RCCL's island -- but had NO idea there WAS anything that close, let alone that island. 😮

I LOVE Great Stirrup Cay!! It’s always a highlight of our cruises.

Thank you for taking us along in your adventures!! Love the ability to preview potential stops for my next cruise!

Thanks Tony for the tour

I was at Great Stirrup Cay last June. Really enjoyed seeing it again thru this video. I did the zipline when I was there. Fun for an old guy like me.

Great tour Tony! It is also one of my favorite places!

Great photography work Tony! Love the video of the ship.

Reminds me greatly of Half Moon Cay, Carnival's private island (real name: Little San Salvador). Very similar on the amenities and layout -- just a great, relaxing beach day. Until the price increase, we rented a cabana at HMC on every visit and it was wonderful.

FUN!!!! I wish I was there!!!! I also love seeing the ship from the tender boat… I’m the same… love the tender, love the ship, love it all. They fascinate me!

I love the private islands- they are truly the perfect beach days ❤️

We were to Great Stirrup key in January for the first time and really liked it, we sat on lounge chairs and just relaxed it was great relaxing day while on a 9 day cruise.

Thanks for your great tour. We always enjoy your informative and entertaining videos.

I love all your videos but have been particularly enjoying your recent ones filmed on a cruise.

We were in GSK Feb. 2016 and I will say that seeing your video, proves to me that this island has improved a lot. thank you for the video.

I love the Jade. First ship, first love.

i really enjoyed this post...i felt as if i was walking along with you...your observations and comments were very helpful/useful...your cruise news is a favorite

Great video Tony. Enjoying all your posts of this trip! Well done!🇨🇦❤️

Love the adventures Tony! Thank you!!

Really enjoyable video. I missed some of the areas. Thank you for letting me view all the sights on the island. I watched it a few times.😊

So Royal Leases Little Stirrup Cay and NCL Leases Great Stirrup Cay Like Half Moon Cay is leased by Holland. The "brands" under the Corporation umbrella, can use the islands but they are OWNED by the Bahama's. Which also means if they can't dock it's not up to anyone other the Bahama's Port Authority. Just to make sure myself and OTHERS understand "Owned" vs "leasing" and control of docking for just not the Bahama's but other ports when the decision NOT to dock is questioned by "arm chair boat owners" or those that think they know better than the Captain of the Ship.

That was a really great pull way video from the tender! Cool!!

Love Great Stirrup Cay!

Love Great Stirrup Key.

I love the tenders too! As well as the private islands. I grew up a beach girl and am now land locked.

I was there. It was packed and hot, but the free food and drinks were awesome. Going back in 3 weeks. Might try the zipline

You picked a good time to tender back! Sometimes when you go later the lines are longer and everyone is worn out🥵 Get back to enjoy a less busy ship and an afternoon nap🥰😴🥳

My son and I are going on the Jade in August. Can't wait to visit Great Stirrup Cay!

Passed by both islands off in the distance on the way to Nassau and could see three ships. Two at Perfect Day and one at Great Stirrup Cay. Looked cool.

I have watched a few of your videos now and always enjoy your take on life for us intrepid explorers especially the last couple of videos where you take us on tours onboard and off. I have not yet explored most of the places you have talked about so you make a good tour guide. I'm off on my second cruise in October to The Canaries, as I'm from the UK it's not too far to travel but am going to places not yet explored. Have fallen in love with cruising, so thanks again for aiding me in trying to decide where to go after this one!

I can’t believe you didn’t go in the water. It looked beautiful.

Really enjoyed traveling with you on this cruise. Great job!

I love Great Stirrup Cay

Our favorite tender at the NCL private island was a former tender boat from our first cruise ship, the Norway.

Thank you for the video!

Love GSC, beverage package follows you and free food and a great beach day.

Thanks for the cruise news and your views

look like the old tenders from the ss norway

Nicely done walk thru of Great Stirrup Cay Tony! We visited there last Feb and I was pleasantly surprised, tho we were on a little bigger ship(the Prima) so there where quite a lot more folk milling around, but still, I didn't feel it was too crowded..On the other hand, on both of our visits to Coco Cay there were 2 ships there and it was PACKED! Eagerly waiting for Celebration Key to open next year for Carnival! :)

Great parting shot. Love these videos 😊

I love tender boats. It’s an extra boat ride!! I love all boats!❤️🛳️

Thanks Tony. We have been there many times, love it PLUS, we can use your Ship Card for drinks and all food no charge! Quiet and clean. Your vid has sold many people on it plus building a pier there in 2025.

I love the private island tour, can’t wait for our next cruise adventure in November.

Love this vid!! Thxs Tony.

Loved Great Stirrup Cay. You were truly lucky, when we were there last summer, finding a lounger was a bit tricky. Beautiful beach though. Wish I had come across more of the restaurant options there, we only went to the main buffet. Followed by a swim with the pigs. That was an experience in itself, the pigs are huge, and after they give you slices of apples to feed them pigs, they all go into feeding frenzy. Be careful their hooves are like battering rams. I got kicked in the gut by accident when a young man was playing with one of the larger animals. Still it was pretty fun. Also agree with you Tony, the tender rides were almost as much fun as the excursion.

LLL, shout out Mama Sharon! I love the ritual nest. I typically do not disembark on the cruise ship Bahams, Bimini, and Houndouras private islands as the tourist $$$ traps with street food (food truck) and abosulutely no emersion with the island culture. Where youu are left to burn up in the sun. Not to mention it is hurrican season. I purchase the FAS+. I order what ever I want without a discussion. Ulimited WiFi, 4 specialty dining, $50.00 of shore excursion for two. What as was your best experience on the private island? I fake shopping is the only way to go!

I really enjoyed this video. Relaxing and it was fun to wander with you. Wish I could have had the eats and drink also. Plenty to eat and drink. Ha. Great Stirrup Cay>. NICE. Thanks for taking us along.

wow!! That's beautiful!

Never been to that island. I have been to Coco Cay many time - - pre-upgrade and post upgrade. I remember tendering into the island . Amazed at the changes there. Anyway - - one of our favorite stops is the private island destinations.

Thanks for this video.

Nice tour. Made me want a margarita

Thanks for the view of the island, I enjoyed it, thanks for sweating while we sit in AC enjoying the view.

Hopefully smooth seas out there!!

Thanks Tony, I really enjoyed this video 🙂

The chocolate rice crispy treats were the best - I was there in April! Just FYI - they charge for the umbrellas- $20 USD with two chains for the day if I remember correctly

The Royal Caribbean version of that Bill Withers classic is "Perfect Day, Perfect Day, Perfect Day...." And they play it (sometimes twice) on the ships as soon as the gangways open.

Great video, Tony!