Executive Chairman Pierfrancesco Vago and Prime Minister Philip Davis headlined the ceremony, marking the transition from planning to active construction. The new destination is designed to offer a more intimate, wellness-focused experience compared to the neighboring Ocean Cay, serving both MSC Cruises and the luxury-focused Explora Journeys fleet.

While Sandy Cay takes shape, the company is simultaneously planning upgrades for Ocean Cay. These improvements include new family-oriented beach concepts and expanded dining venues, intended to keep the original reserve competitive as guest expectations evolve. Together, the two islands form a dual-destination strategy designed to blend shipboard life with immersive, nature-centric shore excursions across the Bahamas.