ENHANCED EXPERIENCE COMING TO CATALINA ISLAND BEACH DESTINATION, LA ROMANA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

- MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys guests sailing from La Romana in the Dominican Republic will soon enjoy an enhanced day on Catalina Island, with upgraded facilities and a more seamless beach experience in one of the country’s most picturesque natural settings thanks to a new joint venture announced today.

The enhancements are being delivered through a joint venture between CTL Maritime, part of the MSC Group, and Casa de Campo Resort & Villas. The island will welcome cruise ship guests, including MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys, other cruise lines, and private clients including from Casa de Campo Resort & Villas.

A Natural Monument in the Dominican Republic, Catalina Island is already known for its nature reserve experience, pristine white sand beaches, crystal-clear waters and surrounding coral reefs, will receive a significant upgrade under the plans.

Guests can look forward to a more comfortable and memorable beach day with elevated food and beverage options, more shaded spaces to unwind, and more ways enjoy the water - including cabanas and daybeds, a dedicated water sports centre, and improved changing, shower and WC amenities – all alongside Catalina Island’s white-sand beaches, clear waters and coral reefs.

MSC Cruises commences year-round operation from La Romana this November, giving guests more options to discover the Southern Caribbean with the convenience of a homeport in the region. will operate weekly departures, with guests able to book a seven-night sailing or extend their holiday with a back-to-back 14-night ‘butterfly’ cruise.

Enhancements on Catalina Island will be carried out responsibly and in line with local environmental regulations to help protect the destination for future visits.

●        – a signature open-air beach pavilion buffet will be the central dining hub of the island, offering international dishes and local specialties. An adjacent shaded dining area offers comfortable al-fresco table seating with panoramic sea views.

●        – A tropical open-air palapa bar will welcome guests with refreshments and act as a shaded social pavilion with ocean views.

●        The center point for guests wishing to explore the surrounding clear waters, with equipment available to rent.

●        – The island will be equipped with comfortable daybeds and cabanas available for rent. These offer the most comfortable way to enjoy a day at Catalina Island, whether for a couple or family.

●        – Functional facilities across the island will be upgraded, with comfortable, stylish changing, shower and WC services.

For more information, visit: www.msccruises.co.uk