Ocean Cay -- MSC Marine Reserve, MSC Cruises' private island in the Bahamas, is getting a neighbor.
MSC Group is developing an island about a third the size of Ocean Cay, which was created from the dredging deposited while widening the channel and turning basin next to Ocean Cay, an MSC spokeswoman said. The foundation of the new island is a natural sandbank.
"The as-yet-unnamed island, known internally as Little Cay, presents an opportunity for us to further develop an exclusive luxury experience for our guests," said the MSC spokeswoman. "This second island will stay true to the ethos of Ocean Cay, offering an experience that connects guests to nature, pristine beaches, and the beauty of the ocean plus luxury facilities and water features."
MSC executive chairman Pierfrancesco Vago said, "This will offer a different experience for the different brands. We design the island to be an incredible luxury experience. We're very proud and very happy to have developed again something from nothing like this so we don't spoil the existing paradise."
Explora Journeys, MSC Group's luxury cruise line, declined to say what that might mean for its brand.
The project is still in early development, and MSC said it is working closely with authorities and partners in the Bahamas.