Disney's Castaway Cay: The Ultimate Guide 2025
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Creator's Key Takeaways
we never tried Disney Cruise Line really until we had our baby moon and that's when we did it
towels are included but make sure you grab them on the way out
the Castaway K 5K is really fun it's fairly well marked
there is so much to do I mean there's you would never run you could run all day and never do all of it
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Discover the wonders of one of Disney's private islands, Castaway Cay (or is it KEY?) in this jam-packed episode. We dive into the interesting history to its transformation by Disney into a destination for families & friends alike! We explore the food options, what's included on the island, what to pack (and what to NOT pack), and everything there is to do on the island — from renting bikes, to the Castaway Cay 5k, to snorkeling and to enjoying the sandy beaches. We also discuss the serene, adults-only area known as Serenity Bay.Throughout this episode, we share our unique experiences and personal tips to help you navigate your day at Castaway Cay, making the most of your visit. Join us, and you might just find yourself planning your next Disney cruise! ✨ Shop Disneyville Merch: https://www.welcometodisneyville.com/shop Don’t forget to check out our newly launched merch and connect with us on social media for more updates. We’d love for you to engage with us — become a citizen of Disneyville! ⏱️ Want to skip ahead? Here are the topics we covered: 00:00 Intro + New Merch Launch Announcement 04:30 Disney Cruise Line’s Private Island: Castaway Cay 08:24 Dark History of Castaway Cay 10:46 Logistics of Getting onto the Island 13:30 What’s INCLUDED / FREE on the Island 16:38 Food & Drink on the Island: What to Expect 18:25 Adults 18+ Area: Serenity Bay 19:42 Things to Do on the Island (Kayak Rentals, Boats, Snorkel) 20:50 Castaway Cay 5K Run: How it Works 22:45 Renting Bikes (Babies, Kids, Adults) 26:00 Snorkeling on Castaway Cay 28:20 Pelican Plunge (Water slides / water park) 29:20 What to Do with KIDS: Oceaneer Club, Splash Pad, Sports Pavilion 33:15 What to do for ADULTS: Spa, Bars, 35:40 Can you bring snacks/food/drinks OFF the ship onto the Island? 36:40 What necessities are available on the island? 38:00 Shower & Bathroom Situation + Our Tips 38:42 Renting a Cabana? HAHAHAH 39:30 Our PACKING LIST for Castaway Cay 41:25 Listener Tips, Memories, Hidden Gems -- Foldable sand toys we mentioned (affiliate): https://amzlink.to/az0guU7loDvJG ➡️ Check Out This Episode’s Blog Post: https://www.welcometodisneyville.com/disneyville-blog (It has all the information we shared in this episode so you can save it for future reference and/or share with a friend!) 🎥 New to the Podcast? Start with our fave episodes: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLlgTADD2XfmI6nl_e3Smq2m33KzIyYtu&si=p-No4xbUjdO5dtlm 🎥 Our Disney VLOGS: Walt Disney World vlogs: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6PKMDilWnjIRox8jkHS-HyyLC8pnVxzb&si=eshAWZAOAwjfNI8f Disneyland vlogs: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6PKMDilWnjIhD6EXw2FTvOrQP9bSOsKT&si=rPcsx6TrPwFTIC5h Disney Cruise Line vlogs: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6PKMDilWnjKFx3XM2Hqc0TrVhxSelyak&si=V6GCws92eczWjsVR 💫 Join the Disneyville family: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disneyvillepodcast/ Our Blog / Website: https://www.welcometodisneyville.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/disneyvillepodcast Book your next trip through People Mover Travel (Tyler’s Travel Agency): https://www.peoplemovertravel.com/ ✨ Planning a trip to a Disney Park or Disney Cruise soon? Have Tyler’s agency People Mover Travel book your trip for you (for free!) and save you the time of getting those hard-to-get dining reservations, and ensuring you’re getting the best deal on your trip! Start planning your magical trip to Disney here: https://www.peoplemovertravel.com/ 👂Prefer to listen to the podcast? Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disneyville-podcast/id1671228035 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/51b0MScjyWjiVPRyLCGE3j?si=fffb9b4db02045a0 ▶️ Follow our other Youtube channels for more content: Tyler’s Channel (Disney, Travel, Food, Vlogs): https://www.youtube.com/tylertravelstv Jessica’s Channel (Vlogs, Makeup, Lifestyle): https://www.youtube.com/@itsjessicabraun 🔗 Equipment we use (affiliate links): Camera - Sony A1: https://amzn.to/3HuzkCY Lens - Sony 16 - 35mm: https://amzn.to/3NufcES Main Lens - (Not for our podcast cause I need a wider view, but this is my go-to lens): Sony 24 - 70mm: https://amzn.to/3Lodh2g Microphones - Shure SM7B: https://amzn.to/3AS0AYG Audio Recorder - Zoom H8: https://amzn.to/3APl7wN Memory Card (For Audio Recorder): https://amzn.to/3p6wUEB Headphones: https://amzn.to/44nfqDT Scrim Background (in white): https://amzn.to/3LPQxcF Lighting for Background: https://amzn.to/3Vq7UEg 🎶 Original Theme Song, "Disneyville Ditty" Composed and Performed by Tyler Braun FTC Disclaimer: Any links above marked "affiliate links" means we may make a small commission if you purchase anything after clicking those links. Thank you for supporting our channel if you choose to do so! :) #disneyparks #disneyworld #wdw