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Does anyone live on Castaway Cay?

The island is still largely undeveloped as only 55 of the 1,000 acres (4.0 km2) are being used. Castaway Cay has approximately 140 Disney Cruise Line permanent residents who keep the island running daily.



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'Splash' - Castaway Cay in The Bahamas The movie was filmed in multiple locations, but the famous scene where Madison (Daryl Hannah) meets Allen (Tom Hanks) was filmed along the beach of what's now known as Castaway Cay. The only way to visit this exquisite beach is to hop on a boat from Disney Cruise Line.

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The island is still largely undeveloped as only 55 of the 1,000 acres (4.0 km2) are being used. Castaway Cay has approximately 140 Disney Cruise Line permanent residents who keep the island running daily.

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You also can not stay overnight on Castaway Cay. Disney Cruise Line ships only dock in Castaway Cay for the day. Your cruise itinerary will dictate how long you spend at Castaway Cay.

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Luckily, Castaway Cay does have a cell phone tower, so your mobile data should get plenty of bars.

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RCI does house a permanent employee staff (on contract rotation) at Coco Cay and Labadee. The housing on Coco Cay for the staff is in the center of the island and easily visible from the center trail.

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If you want to escape the crowds and get some AMAZING photo ops on Castaway Cay! All you have to do is come early and stay late. The first and last hours on the island are the least crowded (by far). Get off the ship as soon as they allow passengers off.

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it was actually the Flying Dutchman that once graced the waters of Castaway Cay. Alas, the ship and her crew charted a new course and sailed off to find treasure. But it means that there is an unobstructed view of your Disney Cruise Line ship in all its glory from the Castaway Family Beach.

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The drinking age aboard Disney Cruise Line ships and Disney Castaway Cay is 21, with a valid photo I.D.

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They know that there are plenty of treasures to choose from whether shopping onboard or while visiting ports of call. When it comes to shopping at Castaway Cay, you will need to use your Key to the World Card to charge purchases to your onboard account. Cash is not accepted at the shops on the island.

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Your children do not need passports for a stop at Castaway Cay. When disembarking the ship you will each need to take your Key to the World card and travelers 18 years and older will need to bring a photo ID as well. Aside from these items and your sunscreen you won't need anything else!

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