Kamalame Cay • The Bahamas
You know what they say- good things take time-and Kamalame Cay is a good thing. But it’s going to take some time to get there. First, you’ll need to fly to Nassau. Then take a puddle jumper to Fresh Creek, Andros, followed by a taxi ride (only paid in cash), where you’ll take a quick ferry ride to the shores of Kamalame Cay. Your journey is almost as difficult as the name is to pronounce- but it’s sure to be worth it.
The overwater spa at Kamalame Cay.
The draw here is hyper exclusivity. The 97-acre private island is the holiday destination of only 70 fortunate guests at a time. Rooms range from cozy beach bungalows to four-bedroom villas, all scattered across a lush palm paradise with direct access to a deserted white sand beach. You won’t find any paved roads here; the primary mode of transportation is golf cart & most guests find themselves barefoot for the duration of their stay.
Kamalame Cay brings new meaning to oceanfront accommodation.
Kamalame Cay is family-run, meaning that when you’re on the island, you’re part of the family. Experts in gracious hosting, the family celebrates island living with a monthly luncheon by dedicating an afternoon to dining, dancing and drinking for resort guests, friends and day-trippers from nearby islands. The luncheon is something legendary on Kamalame Cay- the type of thing where everyone becomes part of the family, where there is simply a time to arrive and no expectation to depart, where drinks are poured late into the evening and where great food is shared over stories and laughter.
For years I’ve dreamed of going to the Met Gala but now all I can think about is an invite to the Kamalame Cay monthly luncheon.
No, Kamalame Cay isn’t perfect. The WiFi is spotty at best, the bathrooms aren’t going to blow you away, and the accommodations offer more of a castaway chic vibe than five-star luxury. But there’s something to be said for the warm hospitality that keeps bringing guests back to this spot- and not just any guests- Kamalame Cay has welcomed the likes of Serena Williams, Nicole Kidman, Emma Watson and Sophia Vergara on its shores.
While it sounds like this place is a far-away dream, Kamalame Cay is only 200 miles from the states. Hard to believe it when you consider the journey to get there. And the best part- it’s actually quite affordable. You can find rates under $500/night. You can even opt for an all-inclusive package that includes your meals- and of course, all the rosé you desire.
I’ll be (fingers crossed) visiting Kamalame Cay in just a few weeks if all goes according to plan. And I can’t wait to share my experience with you!
All images courtesy of Kamalame Cay.
