Does Disney have 2 private islands?

For certain sailings, you also get access to Disney's private island, Castaway Cay. But soon, Disney Cruise Line will introduce its SECOND private island, Lighthouse Point — and we've got a first look at it!



As of mid-2024, yes, Disney Cruise Line officially operates two private island destinations in the Bahamas. The first is the iconic Castaway Cay, which Disney has operated since 1998 and is known for its "Disney bubble" atmosphere, sheltered lagoons, and the Flying Dutchman prop from the Pirates of the Caribbean films. The second and newest destination is Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, located on the southern tip of the island of Eleuthera. Unlike the fully private Castaway Cay, Lookout Cay is a partnership with the Bahamian government designed to showcase local culture, art, and music alongside the Disney experience. It features stunning pink-sand beaches and a more spread-out layout that requires a tram ride across the island's unique landscape. Depending on your itinerary, some Disney cruises might visit one, the other, or on "double dip" sailings, both islands during a single voyage, offering two distinct flavors of Bahamian paradise.

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