Is Castaway Cay Disney's best private island? #disney #disneycruise

The Roaming Twins Published September 10, 2025

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Disney’s Castaway Cay is more than just a port of call—it’s a 25th-anniversary tropical wonderland reserved for Disney Cruise Line passengers. Nestled in the Bahamas near Great Abaco Island, the island spans 1,000 acres (one of the first cruise-private islands, leased since 1997) The moment you step off the ship, you’re greeted by turquoise waters, white-sand beaches, and Disney magic at every turn. ** Free & included with your cruise:** BBQ lunch buffets—grilled ribs, mahi-mahi, burgers, veggie options, AND unlimited soft-serve ice cream Snorkeling adventures—free with your own gear; explore sunken ships and a hidden Captain Mickey statue beneath the waves Thrills at Pelican’s Plunge, the watery playground with slides, cannons, and splash zones—all included Castaway Cay 5K fun run or walk—a lighthearted trek around the island for medals and unique views Character meet-and-greets, including Captain Jack Sparrow and Disney friends in tropical attire, with shorter lines than onboard Family beaches and Serenity Bay—relax, swim, hammock it, or drop kids at Scuttle’s Cove for supervised fun ** Resort-exclusive add-on experiences:** Stingray interactions, parasailing adventures, and relaxing beachside massages in open-air cabanas Cabanas for rent—private retreats (starting around $399–$600), often booked fast by concierge guests or Castaway Club members ** Convenience & extras to know:** Complimentary trams whisk you from the ship to Family Beach, Serenity Bay, and other stops. Easy walking trails are also paved with scenic stops and viewpoints. Bring your stateroom key (no passport needed) and towels—they'll provide them when you disembark. Pro tips: get off early to snag prime beach chairs, hydrate from free water stations, and pack sand toys to save $$ ** Insider tip:** Hidden gems like an observation tower, photo ops with your cruise ship or island signs, and shopping stalls with unique souvenirs elevate the day from vacation to memory-making Join this channel to get access to the perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbhE6tXlLfCjOAxKMIhA57g/join Check out this link for our merchandise: https://hfamshop.com/ Thanks for watching! Peace and Love! Chapters: 00:00 Intro: Is Castaway Cay Disney's best private island? 00:40 Walking to the family beach on Castaway Cay 03:05 The Family Beach at Castaway Cay 03:49 Exploring Castawy Cay 07:55 Back on the beautiful Disney Magic 09:57 Characters and Fun on the Disney Magic11:48 Animator’s Palate on the Disney Magic 14:08 What the heck did they do to our Disney Magic Room? 14:39 Wrapping up or Castaway Cay Day on the Disney Magic 15:13 Wrapping up our day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios 15:47 Outro & Subscribe 16:27 End Screen Great Affiliate Links from Companies we Love: One of the top Aquarium in the country - Ripley's Aquarium in Gatlinburg, TN: https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-100373880-11891316 Buy Ripley's Books: https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-100373880-12224714 The best caption editor for Youtube: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100373880-14406375 Website: https://www.hfvlog.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/KeithHil Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehildebrandfamilyvlog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thehildebrandfamilyvlog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehildebrandfamilyvlog/ Our 2nd Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwI-vsmOe3Bv3hxpnRidwsw Epidemic Sound (ad): https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/aj3p6m/ Podcast links: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hildebrand-family-podcast/id1475978823 Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Imbe5zuuowlck5frwjqpsunjafi Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0jItx7XRUIqu9XGOm5C7VI *This video is solely the property of The Hildebrand Family Vlogs and the channel owner. Any editing, changing, or altering of video for external/personal/commercial use is strictly prohibited. **All audio is obtained from Epidemic Sound or Storyblocks through a valid account/Youtube license. #theroamingtwins , #disneycruise , #castawaycay

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