Holiday hotspot to temporarily ban the sale of alcohol from tomorrow - here's why

This Caribbean Destination Is Temporarily Halting Alcohol Sales—What It Means For Cruises

The ban includes private islands frequented by cruise ships.Credit: Getty ImagesThere is nothing like the feeling of warmth on your face, sand in your toes, and a cold drink in hand when on a tropical vacation, but an alcohol ban in the Caribbean is temporarily removing cocktails from the equation.On May 12, the Bahamas is suspending alcohol sales across the country while residents participate in the country's general election. The ban, which in…

Holiday hotspot to temporarily ban the sale of alcohol from tomorrow - here's why

The Bahamas is set to temporarily suspend the sale of alcohol on Tuesday (May 12) while the country holds its general election.

No alcohol for cruise passengers and holidaymakers in Bahamas during 12 May elections

Visitors to The Bahamas hoping to enjoy cocktails at beach bars on 12 May 2026 may be disappointed, as alcohol sales across the islands will be suspended during the country’s general election. Under Bahamian law, the sale of alcohol is prohibited on election day. The temporary measure is not unusual, as a standard election day rule aimed at ensuring electoral procedures are respected and taken seriously, but it may come as a surprise to holidaym…

Single Day Alcohol Ban Confirmed for Thousands of Disney Vacations : Disney Fanatic

Disney Cruise Line vacations are usually built around the idea of escape. Warm beaches, tropical drinks, relaxing ocean views, and private island stops have become defining parts of the experience for many travelers sailing through the Caribbean. Whether guests are visiting Disney Castaway Cay for the first time or returning to Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point after its recent debut, Disney’s private destinations are often marketed as some…

Why Is Disney Banning Alcohol for One Full Single Day?

A Disney Cruise vacation usually comes with a very specific image attached to it: turquoise water, beach chairs, island music, soft serve ice cream, and for plenty of adults, a tropical drink in hand while relaxing in the Bahamas. Credit: Disney But for some Disney Cruise Line passengers sailing this week, that part of the experience could suddenly disappear for most of the day. Guests visiting Disney Castaway Cay and Disney Lookout Cay at Light…