I went to Royal Caribbean’s private island in the Bahamas. It’s not for me, but I get why cruisers love it.

At first glance, it may seem like Perfect Day at CocoCay has something for everyone. Royal Caribbean’s 125-acre private island in the Bahamas is filled with thrilling adventures and relaxing beaches for vacationers.

You’ll find overwater cabanas, quiet places to chill, and shorelines bumping party music. Adrenaline seekers can race down gigantic waterslides, zip line across the island, and soar above it in a hot air balloon.

I visited CocoCay during my first cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas in May 2022. Although it provided pretty much every activity I could think of for a Caribbean vacation, the island felt like an extension of the ship. I longed...