Breaking Ground

Sandy Cay

Sandy Cay is a private island destination in the Bimini district of The Bahamas, being developed by MSC Group's cruise division exclusively for guests of MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys.

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TMW IntelligenceVerified Oct 11, 2026
AnnouncedBreaking GroundConstructionOpening SoonNow Open
09.28.26
Start
2028
Completion
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Details

Broke ground September 2026, completing 2028.

The story so far
Announced Apr 13, 2026MSC Group's cruise division unveiled Sandy Cay, a luxury private island retreat beside Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve for MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys guests, opening 2028
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$400M committed Sep 2026MSC Group puts the Sandy Cay build and Ocean Cay expansion at a combined $400 million, overseen by its CTL Maritime arm, with 600+ construction jobs (Nassau Guardian; also The Tribune)
thenassauguardian.com
Broke ground Sep 28, 2026Groundbreaking ceremony held Sept 28, 2026 with Bahamas PM Philip Davis and MSC's Pierfrancesco Vago; site work underway ahead of 2028 opening (also Caribbean Journal, TravelPulse)
mscpressarea.com
Expected opening 2028
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About the project

Sandy Cay is a private island destination in the Bimini district of The Bahamas, being developed by MSC Group's cruise division exclusively for guests of MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys. Set beside Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, the company's restored former sand-mining island, Sandy Cay is conceived as a more intimate and upscale counterpart focused on wellness, relaxation and connection to nature. Plans call for five beaches of bright aragonite sand ringed by clear shallow water, along with dining venues, relaxation spaces, private retreats and curated guest experiences. The island extends MSC's Bahamian footprint in the Bimini chain, a short sail from Miami, and is designed to pair with Ocean Cay on itineraries so cruise and luxury expedition guests can move between a lively beach day and a quieter, secluded escape.

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Developer
MSC Group
Common questions

Frequently asked

Where is Sandy Cay located?

Sandy Cay is located in Bimini.

When will Sandy Cay be completed?

Sandy Cay is breaking ground, with completion targeted in 2028.

Who is developing Sandy Cay?

MSC Group is the developer behind Sandy Cay.