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Category: Castaway Cay

  • New Details on Disney Cruise Lines Plans For Second Private Destination in Bahamas

    New Details on Disney Cruise Lines Plans For Second Private Destination in Bahamas

    Disney Cruise Line’s Plans for a second private port destination in the Bahamas is still moving full steam ahead.

    The company met recently with The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation as the company continues to seek support for a proposed development at Lighthouse Point, a 700-acre property in South Eleuthera.

    Disney currently has one private island in The Bahamas called Castaway Cay, but it is already used full-time by .Disney’s current fleet and with a new fleet of ships coming in 2021, 2022, and 2023, another private island would a necessity.

    In a statement, the BCCEC’s explained that Disney Cruise Line President Jeff Vahle; Vice President of Animals, Science and Environment Mark R. Penning; and Vice President of Public Affairs Kim Prunty all presented at the meeting.

    “Disney Cruise Line President Jeff Vahle presented chamber directors with a preliminary overview of the company’s intentions. The meeting included discussions on the project’s design and development, the economic and environmental impact on South Eleuthera, public access and conservation objectives,” according to a statement.

    The One Eleuthera Foundation is opposed to the development and wants to see the area turned into a national park. They have been lobbying for the government to not allow any large development to happen at Lighthouse Point and plan to help settlements in South Eleuthera build businesses around the Lighthouse Point attraction.

    The BCCEC is still opened minded about the options and plans to engage those on all sides of the argument for and against the development of the property.

    “The chamber hopes to engage in further dialogue with Disney as well as other stakeholders and organizations in The Bahamas, in particular on Eleuthera, to learn more about their perspectives regarding Disney’s proposal for Lighthouse Point,” the statement said.

  • Celebrate Fall and Winter Holidays on Disney Wonder Cruises from California and Texas

    Celebrate Fall and Winter Holidays on Disney Wonder Cruises from California and Texas

    The Disney Wonder is about to make it final Alaska sailing of the year next week, but there is still so much to look forward to in the months ahead! Beginning in September, the Disney Wonder is heading back to San Diego, California, and Galveston, Texas, for a limited time each, and guests sailing from these two ports will enjoy special holiday celebrations in addition to sun-soaked beaches, onboard relaxation and all the magic that makes a Disney cruise vacation so “Wonder”-ful!

    Fun in the Sun from San Diego
    In September and October, the Disney Wonder will sail to Baja and the Mexican Riviera from beautiful San Diego. Baja sailings visit Cabo San Lucas and Ensenada, Mexico, while Mexican Riviera cruises feature stops at Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlán and Cabo San Lucas. All of these destinations offer stunning beaches and exhilarating water activities like snorkeling, scuba diving and kayaking.

    During this time, all Disney ships will undergo ghoulish makeovers for Halloween on the High Seas, and the Disney Wonder is no exception! If you’re planning to join one of these voyages, get ready for spooky parties, lively entertainment, elaborate décor and tons of tasty treats. Oh, and don’t forget your costumes!

    And for the ultimate Disney land-and-sea experience, guests can pair a cruise from San Diego with an Adventures by Disney Short Escape to Disneyland and Southern California. This guided group vacation provides a behind-the-scenes look at places where Disney magic is made, including private tours of The Walt Disney Studios and Walt Disney Imagineering, VIP experiences at Disneyland Resort and an exclusive visit to Walt Disney’s Disneyland apartment!

    Tropical Holiday Celebrations from Galveston
    In November and December, the Disney Wonder will return to Galveston for a variety of Caribbean and Bahamian itineraries. Caribbean cruises include stops at iconic tropical destinations like Cozumel, Mexico, and the islands of Jamaica and Grand Cayman. Bahamian sailings stop at Nassau, Bahamas, and Key West, Florida, and every one of these voyages includes a day at Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay!

    As part of our fleetwide Very Merrytime Cruises celebrations, most sailings from Galveston will feature fun-filled winter holiday events, themed parties, family activities, stem-to-stern decorations and more! Even Castaway Cay is all decked out for the holidays during these extra-special sailings. Here’s another tip: If you’re coming onboard during the winter holiday season, make sure to have your list for Santa ready… he’ll be here too!

    With incredible home ports, dazzling destinations and fun holiday festivities added to all signature Disney Cruise Line entertainment, dining and relaxation, guests are in for a real treat this fall and winter.

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  • Castaway Cay Named the Best Cruise Line Private Island for the Third Year in a Row

    Castaway Cay Named the Best Cruise Line Private Island for the Third Year in a Row

    For the third year in a row Cruise Critic members have recognized Disney’s private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay, as the “Best Cruise Line Private Island” for its 2018 Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards.

    Cruise Critic’s Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards are given based exclusively on consumer ratings and reviews posted to the Cruise Critic website over the past year. Castaway Cay was also voted the Top Rated Overall island in all of the Caribbean.

    One Cruise Critic member said: “They have done such a nice job of making the island a special place for everyone. It was our first time over at the adult-only beach, and that was even more awesome.”

    Castaway Cay is a tropical island paradise exclusively reserved for Disney Cruise Line guests. With activities for everyone in the family, from animal encounters and snorkeling, to bike rentals and private cabanas, your family will have countless ways to create amazing vacation memories. Luckily, the year-round Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy sailings from Port Canaveral, Florida, all include a full day at Castaway Cay!