Royal Caribbean International, has received planning approval for the development of the first Royal Beach Club on Paradise Island in The Bahamas. The 17-acre destination experience at the western end of Nassau will create a combination of experiences on a long narrow point of land with beaches on both sides.
“The Bahamas has been a phenomenal partner since the very start, when they became our first port of call more than 50 years ago,” said Michael Bayley, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean International. “As we continue to bring millions of visitors to experience attractions throughout Nassau each year, The Royal Beach Club at Paradise Island is the next bold adventure in Royal Caribbean’s commitment to both increasing tourism in The Bahamas and delivering memorable vacations to our guests.”
The new project will feature a public-private partnership in which Bahamians can own up to 49 per cent equity in the beach club. Local businesses and entrepreneurs will also have the opportunity to manage the vast majority of the experience. Overall, the new venture will generate hundreds of jobs across its construction and long-term operation, the company says.
The beach club will cover 13 acres of land owned by the cruise line and four acres of Bahamas Crown Land. The Crown Land will be contributed as equity in the new venture to ensure a share of the profits return to the government and the people. In addition, a new tourism levy, will be reinvested in the local community.
More details of the project will be revealed as the planning and construction continues for a grand opening in 2025.
