Port Guide
Castaway Cay: Family Beach vs. Serenity Bay
Research-based — updated with firsthand details after our September 2026 Disney Cruise Line sailing.
Disney's private island splits into distinct zones, and picking the right one for a family with a toddler makes or breaks the day.
Toddler tip: The shaded family beach fills up fast after 10am. Head there first, save Serenity Bay for nap time.
Family Beach
Best for: mornings — shaded, close to the splash zone, fills up fast after 10am.
Serenity Bay (adults-only)
Best for: nap time — a quieter escape once the kids are down.
Excursions worth booking
Castaway Cay is Disney's private island — activities here are booked directly through Disney Cruise Line (via the Navigator app or at Guest Services onboard), not through third-party excursion marketplaces.
Castaway Family Beach Cabana
Shaded, close to the splash zone — book early via the Navigator app, these sell out fast
Glass-Bottom Boat Tour
30 min, calm water, good for younger kids — reserve through Disney before boarding