What’s Disney up to on their private island?
Disney’s Private Island Castaway Cay
Castaway Cay, which has been part of Disney Cruise Line itineraries since the line’s inception, was revolutionary for the time. It was the first private island in the industry to feature direct docking, which allowed guests to disembark without being tendered to land. With its beaches, including the adult-only Serenity Bay, and activities like bicycle rentals, personal watercraft rentals, massages overlooking the ocean, snorkeling, parasailing, volleyball, and basketball, the island has long been a favorite of Disney Cruise line passengers. Now, it looks like Disney may be cooking up something new.
Recently reader @danielstaten shared some photos of construction on Castaway Cay with us.
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The photos indicate a slew of new cabanas being added to the island.
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They also lend some credence to the rumor of a potential new adult-only dining pavilion expansion, perhaps to Serenity Bay. However, there’s no confirmation of anything at this time.
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Additional construction of Castaway Cay is somewhat unsurprising. The island, which was known as Gorda Cay until Disney purchased a 99-year lease from the Bahamian government, is still largely undeveloped. Approximately 55 of the island’s 1,000 acres are developed, and given the growing popularity of the Disney Cruise Line and in turn the expansion of the fleet, it stands to reason that the island will be further developed in the coming years.
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Construction is underway on Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. Stay tuned to DFB for further updates.
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