Melanie Corey

Great Stirrup Cay

Great Stirrup Cay is a small island that is part of the Berry Islands in the Bahamas. Norwegian Cruise Line purchased the island from the Belcher Oil Company in 1977 and developed it into a private island for their cruise ship passengers. The northern part of the island has a sandy beach surrounded by rocks with snorkeling areas. The southern part features a helicopter airfield (with a sign reading "Great Stirrup Cay International Airport"), a large area without vegetation, and numerous concrete blocks. These are all remnants of a previous U.S. military installation and satellite tracking station. The island's lighthouse was originally constructed in 1863 by the Imperial Lighthouse Service.

Great Stirrup Cay is adjacent to Little Stirrup Cay, Royal Caribbean Cruises' private island.

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Melanie is the best travel agent I have ever worked with. She not only finds great options but she takes care of you during and after your trip. She truly goes above and beyond. She is dedicated, professional, knowledgeable and highly responsive! We have booked two trips to Cuba and one trip to Dominican with her in the past three years and she has exceeded our expectations each time. I look forward to booking our next trip with her!

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