On the southern tip of Eleuthera in the Bahamas, Princess Cays is a private beach resort owned by Princess Cruises, offering a laid-back escape surrounded by a Caribbean paradise. While technically part of a larger island, this secluded 40-acre oasis feels more like a tiny beach town, with palm-lined pathways, open-air bars, and water activities just steps from the shoreline, spanning more than a mile and a half.

Reserve a clamshell cabana or private bungalow for the day, sip rum punch by the surf, or float on water mats and aqua chairs. Protected swimming areas line both the north and south beaches. Curious walkers can wander inland for views of salt ponds or browse the local market for straw goods and shell jewelry handmade by Bahamian artisans. 

Prefer fins to flip-flops? Gear up on a snorkel boat out to the reef to swim with damselfish, sea fans, and maybe a stingray or two. Hop in a clear‑bottom kayak to tour the mangrove lagoon, or onto a paddleboard for a balancing challenge gliding over calm waters. Catch a ride on a banana boat and pedal around on an aqua bike to add a little splash to the day. 

Lunch is served beach-barbecue-style, with jerk chicken, ribs, burgers, and plenty of tropical fruit — with reggae and calypso setting the mood. Don’t leave without ascending to the top of the observation tower for panoramic views of the coastline — just the right spot for pano shots and post-worthy selfies. 

Whether you’re wading into the shallows or exploring the edges, Princess Cays is an easygoing port day that mixes Bahamian flavor with pure barefoot freedom. 

It’s all yours on this Escape with EFFY charter cruise.