Royal Caribbean to open Beach Club in Antigua

[Ourusualbeach]

MIAMI, Feb. 13, 2020 – Royal Caribbean International and the government of Antigua and Barbuda, along with the assistance of the Consulate General of Antigua and Barbuda, have signed an agreement for the company’s first Royal Beach Club. The agreement marks the start of the planning and development for the Royal Beach Club scheduled to break ground later this year.

Created exclusively for Royal Caribbean guests, the Royal Beach Club at Antigua will sit along more than a half-mile of pristine beachfront and combine the island’s striking beaches with the cruise line’s signature service and amenities. The ultimate beach club experience will offer guests exceptional views from private cabanas and a stunning pool with a swim-up bar, complemented by locally inspired experiences. Featuring regional fare, island-style BBQs, live music, along with thrills such as jet skis, paddle boarding, snorkeling, and a family splash pad, the beach club will make for an unforgettable day at the beach.

“The Royal Beach Club will deliver a memorable beach day to our guests,” said Michael Bayley, President and CEO, Royal Caribbean International. “Together with the government of Antigua and Barbuda, we will bring to life an experience that will bring more visitors to these idyllic islands and create significant economic benefits and opportunities. In addition, we are looking at ways for the local community to also enjoy the beach club on days our ships are in other destinations.”

The cruise line has also committed to bringing Symphony of the Seas to the island nation with a call on Nov. 3, 2020. Docking at a new port at the capital of St. John’s, Symphony will be the first Oasis Class ship to visit the island. While visiting St. John’s, guests on board Symphony will have the opportunity to experience the rich culture and heritage of the island, delectable delicacies and some of the world’s best beaches.

The Honorable Charles Fernandez, Minister of Tourism, Economic Development and Investments, Government of Antigua and Barbuda, said: “The government of Antigua and Barbuda is truly grateful and appreciative that Royal Caribbean’s first Royal Beach Club will be in Antigua, which confirms confidence in our twin island state. We are also excited to share our beautiful island with guests sailing aboard Royal Caribbean ships when they begin calling to the island later this year.” 

[Biker19]

Not sure what's changed since the last announcement:

 

 

[Ourusualbeach]

27 minutes ago, Biker19 said:

Not sure what's changed since the last announcement:

 

 

Good question.  The only thing that I can see is the one issued today makes reference to a stop in 2020.  Does that mean they plan on having the beach club open earlier than the 2021 date that was first announced?

[dsvd79]

We are on the Symphony sailing that goes on November 3.  I am looking forward to it!

[Ptroxx]

Wonder what the charges is gonna be for this spot.    

[clochette]

I am curious to know if this project is moving forward, I could not find any new information about it

[not-enough-cruising]

3 hours ago, clochette said:

I am curious to know if this project is moving forward, I could not find any new information about it

On permanent hold 

[wayne_trisha]

On 2/13/2020 at 4:15 PM, dsvd79 said:

We are on the Symphony sailing that goes on November 3.  I am looking forward to it!

Hope you enjoyed the cruise. 🙂

[jsf]

This has been ongoing, just another way to replace money they have lost. I'm sure there will be cost's involved to go to this place. I wonder what the local merchant's think of this deal that seems to be taking money away from them?

[crewsweeper]

Assuming COVID lockdowns for cruise ships in ports of call continues indefinitely, this will most likely be the Antigua beach excursion for RCCL cruisers.  I would speculate the facilities would be along the lines of some of Coco Cay's or Labadee's facilities.  This is a shame.  as Antigua has beautiful beaches able to accommodate day visitors in luxurious  or beach bum type settings with out the over hype of pirate themes, etc.. 

[Biker19]

7 hours ago, crewsweeper said:

Assuming COVID lockdowns for cruise ships in ports of call continues indefinitely, this will most likely be the Antigua beach excursion for RCCL cruisers. 

It may be some time before RCG spends money on developing exclusive resorts.

[DISFANS3]

Cool...

[celebrity]

Has anyone read the date on this? Long gone peeps. 

[CILCIANRQTS]

Great idea!

Spend the day at the cruise line’s private beach, so you won’t have to interact with the people or culture of the country you’re visiting.

Yeah, that’s why we cruise...🙄😠

[karena1]

As of now, I don't see this happening.  Cannot believe they would spend the huge amount of $$ it would take to do this in Antigua right now.  We will see, but since so many of the ships refurbs have been postponed, cannot see them starting this at all right now.