• Rapid Milestone Achievement: Celebration Key reached one million visitors in just five months, demonstrating exceptional demand for this new Bahamian port.
• Significant Economic Impact: The destination supports over 1,000 permanent local positions and partners with 58 Bahamian-owned companies to bolster the regional economy.
• Extensive Guest Amenities: The island has already served over 500,000 complimentary meals and offers 40 distinct shore excursions alongside premium private villa options.
• Ambitious Growth Plans: A pier expansion arriving in summer 2026 will pave the way for an expected four million annual guests by the year 2028.

Carnival Cruise Line is celebrating a magnificent achievement as Celebration Key welcomed its one-millionth guest only five months after its grand opening. This rapid success illustrates the incredible appeal of the new Grand Bahama destination and highlights the strong partnership between the cruise line and the local community. The milestone guest, Andrew Sexton from Knoxville, Tennessee, was honored with a festive Junkanoo band welcome and a premium experience package, making his family’s first-ever cruise an unforgettable holiday memory.

The positive influence of Celebration Key extends far beyond guest satisfaction, as it has become a vital engine for economic growth on Grand Bahama Island. The project has already created over 1,000 permanent local jobs and established partnerships with 58 Bahamian-owned businesses. Government officials have praised the development for providing gainful employment that allows residents to remain in or return to their home communities. During the development phase, the commitment to the local workforce was evident, with nearly all landside employees being Bahamian and dozens of local construction firms involved in the build.

Guests have enthusiastically embraced the island’s offerings, enjoying hundreds of thousands of complimentary meals and participating in diverse shore excursions like parasailing and waterslide adventures. The demand for premium amenities remains high, with thousands of private cabanas and villas booked since July. Looking toward the future, the outlook is exceptionally bright. With a pier expansion scheduled for 2026, Carnival expects to double its annual visitors to two million next year and reach four million by 2028. This growth ensures that Celebration Key will continue to be a cornerstone of Bahamian tourism and a favorite retreat for travelers seeking sunshine and vibrant island culture.

To go to Celebration Key, the costs can vary based on the type of experience you choose. Admission is included in your cruise fare but there are options:

Cabanas start at $1799.00 for 10 guests
Over the water Super Villas are $1999.00 for 10 guests
Snorkeling, Waterslides are $14.99 per person