PHOTOS: Inside the new Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line ship
Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line has purchased and refurbished a second cruise ship named the Grand Classica. The cruise line says the Grand Classica will start sailing on April 13.
The ship has 10 decks (named after islands in the Bahamas), 658 staterooms, 8 dining options, The Legends Grand Theater, jogging track, and Para-A-Dice Casino. There are two pools (one for adults only).
A Slice Above – Mama mia! A new concept for lunch and dinner on deck 9, serving Italian fare, including flat breads, calzones and build-your-own gourmet pizzas.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
Encore Lounge – Located on deck 8, the spacious Encore Lounge is a great venue onboard to have a cocktail, enjoy live music and relax between events and activities. A central stairway serves as a focal point and leads to deck 9 where dining options, including A Slice Above and The Grand Café, are located.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
Conference Center – A business area on deck 8 houses a large conference center that seats 80, as well as several adjacent meeting rooms giving companies more options to hold both intimate and larger corporate events onboard.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
The Grand Café – Mirroring Grand Celebration’s newly introduced Grand Café, this specialty coffee and gelato bar will also offer a variety of hot or iced specialty coffees, teas and other beverages, including smoothies and freshly squeezed juices. In the morning, guests can indulge in chocolate croissants, Viennese pastries, muffins and quiche. Throughout the day, the Grand Café will offer delectable sweet treats, including delicious homemade gelato, sorbet, cakes, tarts, cupcakes and chocolate truffles.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
Central stairway.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
Indulgence Spa, Fitness Center and Salon – When it’s time to get pampered, there’s no better place to indulge than the spa and salon, offering massages, facials, skin treatments and more. The oceanview fitness center includes a wide range of equipment and free weights for those who want to stay fit at sea.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
Inside – There are 216 inside staterooms on decks 4, 5, 6 and 7. Also roomy and comfortable, inside staterooms offer an incredible value and feature a variety of sleeping accommodations, a desk, table & chair, flat-screen television and private bathroom with shower. Sleeps two, three or four guests.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
Legends Bar and lounge area outside The Legends Grand Theater for those who want to enjoy a cocktail before or after the show.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
The Ocean View Buffet – A complimentary buffet located on Deck 10, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night snacks.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
The Legends Grand Theater – A two-level theater located on decks 8 and 9, where live Vegas-style shows and performances featuring the Grand Classica singers and dancers will be held, along with comedy shows. There is also a bar and lounge area outside the theater for those who want to enjoy a cocktail before or after the show.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
The Ocean View Buffet – A complimentary buffet located on Deck 10, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night snacks.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
The Rock Grill –A new interactive experience for dinner outside, located on deck 10 aft with ocean views -- guests will cook meats tableside on a lava rock grill and can also order The Bull specialty burgers (a favorite concept already on Grand Celebration which combines premium meats with chef-created unique burger pairings), along with drinks and full bar service.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
When guests board the ship, they will be greeted in the Central Atrium with its large, glass sculpture and guest service and shore excursion desks.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
Suites – Luxury awaits at the top of the ship. There are 10 suites located on deck 10. All feature a balcony, queen-sized bed, bathroom with shower and large jetted tub, sitting area with pull-out sofa bed and large closet, sleeps up to four.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
The Oasis – Mirroring The Oasis concept from Grand Celebration, Grand Classica’s adults-only area features the aft pool, two whirlpools and a bar on deck 11, surrounded by lounge chairs and amazing ocean views.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
Regal Room – One of the most popular venues on Grand Celebration, the Regal Room on Grand Classica, located on deck 9 aft, will feature a large bar and stage for live music and entertainment.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
The Yellow Elder – The main dining room, is complimentary and was named after the national flower of the Bahamas. Two seating times will be offered for guests. A portion of The Yellow Elder will also offer MyTime Dining for those who prefer flexible dining times.>Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
Oceanview – 430 oceanview staterooms are situated on decks 4, 5, 6 and 7. Comfortable and spacious, oceanview staterooms feature cream walls and showcase a variety of upscale furniture, including a desk, table & chair, flat-screen television, large picture window (or porthole) and private bathroom with shower. Sleeps two, three or four guests.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line
Plunge Pool – The ship’s main pool features a large pool surrounded by a spacious deck and lounge chairs. The adjacent Plunge Bar serves beverages and specialty cocktails. A jogging track above the pool area gives guests the opportunity to exercise while enjoying great views.Photo by: Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line