Jamie22 Posted March 6, 2013 #1 Share Posted March 6, 2013 I am trying to plan a surprise trip for my parents, but I am having trouble deciding on which cruise to book and I was hoping for y'alls opinions. Both cruises leave from Jacksonville. Both are five day. One goes to Nassau and Half Moon Cay and the other is Nassau and Little Stirrup Cay. The only differences in the itinerary beside the the stops is the time in Nassau. One is 8-5 the other is 9-8. Is there actually a difference between the two places? I've read they sit on the same stretch of beach. Any opinions on the one you would choice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rudechuck Posted March 6, 2013 #2 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Is there actually a difference between the two places? I've read they sit on the same stretch of beach. They are two different islands. Little Stirrup Cay is the actual name of the island (RCCL branded it CocoCay). Half Moon Cay is Carnival's brand name for Little San Salvador Island. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Reid Posted March 6, 2013 #3 Share Posted March 6, 2013 These are completely different islands. HMC is a bit further south. There are many pictures available. Just Google Half Moon Cay images and Coco Cay images (it is a Royal Caribbean island temporarily being used by Carnival). Though I like Coco Cay, I have been to both and find Half Moon Cay to be much nicer - nicer sand, nicer beach, nicer footing in the water, nicer dining areas. Additionally, the procedures are already in place for HMC; Carnival crews may need a bit of time to get used to serving passengers on Coco Cay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colorado Kat Posted March 6, 2013 #4 Share Posted March 6, 2013 I would choose the Half Moon Cay trip. Love that island! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hannibal54 Posted March 6, 2013 #5 Share Posted March 6, 2013 I have done a lot of RCL cruises, I would choose the cruise to HMC. It is a much better island adventure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CW502 Posted March 6, 2013 #6 Share Posted March 6, 2013 I have never been to coco cay...but was at half moon cay last November and it was amazing...we were on the first tender to the island and the last tender back to the boat...we did NOT want to leave!!...half moon cay is a beautiful island and I can't wait to go back!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbhcw Posted March 6, 2013 #7 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Have been to both and HMC wins hands down:):):) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gusandgidgetsmom Posted March 6, 2013 #8 Share Posted March 6, 2013 I have been to both and am excited that the Fascination is going to Coco Cay instead of KW because I like that island and can now do a b2b and not have to go to KW. With that being said HMC also wins for me over Coco Cay. While you do not have to walk as far once off tender at CC the island known as HMC is far more beautiful and fun in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gelo7 Posted March 6, 2013 #9 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Half Moon Cay gets my vote. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie22 Posted March 6, 2013 Author #10 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Thanks everybody this helps a lot. Looks like it will be HMC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamari Posted March 7, 2013 #11 Share Posted March 7, 2013 I've been to both but love CoCo Cay. Just went there last May. Love it !!!1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rena921 Posted March 7, 2013 #12 Share Posted March 7, 2013 HMC and rent a cabana. Been to both and love HMC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VABeach Posted March 8, 2013 #13 Share Posted March 8, 2013 I am trying to plan a surprise trip for my parents, but I am having trouble deciding on which cruise to book and I was hoping for y'alls opinions. Both cruises leave from Jacksonville. Both are five day. One goes to Nassau and Half Moon Cay and the other is Nassau and Little Stirrup Cay. The only differences in the itinerary beside the the stops is the time in Nassau. One is 8-5 the other is 9-8. Is there actually a difference between the two places? I've read they sit on the same stretch of beach. Any opinions on the one you would choice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks I've done both. Enjoyed both. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abisha Posted March 8, 2013 #14 Share Posted March 8, 2013 been to both..loved loved loved HMC even though Coco is nice too but not as beautiful. Add something special to your day and purchase a cabana..you won't regret it. Worth every penny and note that the price posted is not per person..only one person needs to book it for the price listed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pellaz Posted March 8, 2013 #15 Share Posted March 8, 2013 I'm voting for HMC for myself because I haven't been there yet. :) From most accounts HMC is slightly better...although I have to say that, based on what I've read about HMC, the snorkeling at CocoCay is MUCH better. If you want to see lots and lots of fish, you can't beat it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedsterX Posted March 8, 2013 #16 Share Posted March 8, 2013 Have been to both and HMC wins hands down:):):) +1! Been to both and got back from HMC 2 days ago. HMC BY FAR! Cococay was nice but it ain't no HMC. Just stay away from the kids end. Definitely go all the way up on the pirate ship bar and take a camera! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedsterX Posted March 8, 2013 #17 Share Posted March 8, 2013 HMC and rent a cabana. Been to both and love HMC. Yes and yes! Go in with a few friends for it! BOOK EARLY! THEY GO FAST! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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