by Sarah Kuta
Last updated: 10:40 AM ET, Thu October 2, 2025
When guests visit Royal Caribbean’s new Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in the Bahamas starting in December, they’ll be able to reach the exclusive destination via a fleet of new, colorful water ferries.
The five water ferries will feature lightweight aluminum hulls decorated in bold hues. Each one has its own distinctive personality and name: Flirty Flamingo (pink), Sassy Starfish (blue), Coral Calypso (orange), Twisted Turtle (green) and Lucky Lizard (turquoise).
They’re owned and operated by Bahamas Transport Logistics, a 100 percent Bahamian-owned company that specializes in marine transportation.
“We are committed to delivering an exceptional, sustainable, and authentically Bahamian experience for our guests,” says Philip Simon, president of Royal Caribbean Group Bahamas. “These new vessels exemplify our dedication to operational excellence and innovation, seamlessly connecting visitors with the natural beauty and lively culture of The Bahamas from ship to shore.”
Royal Beach Club Paradise Island will have two beaches, three pools, three beach grills and 10 bars—including the world’s largest swim-up bar. Everything is included, such as roundtrip water transportation, beach games, Wi-Fi, umbrellas and lounge chairs, lockers and towels. It’s also home to the Ultimate Family Cabana, Royal Caribbean’s first multi-level cabana, complete with a slide, a frozen drink machine, a dedicated attendant and more.
Beach and poolside cabanas are also available, as well as day beds. Guests can also reserve the east or west side of The Party Deck, a private pool-front space for up to 12 guests with dedicated food and beverage service and unique poolside amenities.
Royal Beach Club Paradise Island is just one of the company’s new forthcoming private destinations. Royal Beach Club Cozumel is slated to open in 2026, Lelepa in the South Pacific in early 2027 and Perfect Day Mexico in fall 2027.
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