

Keep your Key to the World card handy if you want to order those fantastic tropical drinks. (Serenity Bay has its own buffet so you don't need to traipse back from there.) There are covered pavilions with row upon row of picnic tables for you to dine at. If you're still hungry, soft serve ice cream is the perfect beach dessert. RELATED: What's for Lunch on Disney's Castaway Cay? (This is included in your cruise fare.) There will be an array of seasonal fresh fruit and barbecue favorites including hamburgers, chicken, hot dogs and the best potato salad you've ever tasted.

Listen for the announcement that Cookie's and Cookies Too are both open and serving lunch. There's something about sunshine and salt water that makes everyone hungry. Another popular tropical venue is the Stingray Adventure where you can book an excursion and interact with these fascinating sea creatures. What's the Caribbean without snorkeling? There's a "trail" dedicated for this purpose that you're welcome to explore. Not only is the water crystal clear, it's comfortably warm for most of the year and since it's sheltered, the tide comes and goes with barely a ripple.

For guests wanting to visit Serenity Bay Adult Beach, there's a second tram that will take you there. Here you'll be transported to the Family/Teen Beach. From there you can walk to the beach or you can head to the Tram Station. For guests 18 and over, Serenity Bay is the "Adult Beach" and there's also a Teen Beach.Īs you step off the ship, a friendly crew member hands you two towels. What you're looking at is the " Family Beach" which all are welcome to use. There are a few hammocks scattered about for your use as well. Each one is the centerpiece for two adjustable lounge chairs and two beach chairs. The next thing you notice is a pristine beach lined with colorful umbrellas. No tendering to this island- you step off the ship and you're there. The first thing that you'll notice is that Castaway Cay has its very own dock. While this is the tropics a'la Disney, its serene setting is the perfect accompaniment to your cruise. If you're expecting a Mickey shaped island with black, red and gold umbrellas, guess again. Castaway Cay is Disney's private island in the Bahamas and is always a highlight of their Caribbean cruises.
