PORT CANAVERAL, Fla. — The Disney Cruise Line’s newest destination on the island of Eleuthera, the Bahamas, welcomes guests for the first time Monday.
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Disney Magic marks its inaugural voyage to Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point in the Bahamas.
The company said visitors will be able to immerse themselves in the spirits and culture of the island.
The island will have port adventures, nature trails, a water play area, and exclusive beaches.
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“What an incredible moment for Disney Cruise Line as we celebrate the debut of our second island destination, Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, on Eleuthera, an island rich with Bahamian history and culture,” said Sharon Siskie, senior vice president and general manager of Disney Cruise Line.
The Disney Dream, Disney Magic, and Disney Fantasy will all sail to Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.
Disney said that Junkanoo-inspired backdrops of iconic Disney characters will be displayed around the destination for visitors to take photos.
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera, debuting in June 2024, immerses guests in the spirit and culture of The Bahamas, along with signature Disney entertainment, port adventures and nature trails, a water play area, and beautiful beaches for families and adults (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Junkanoo-inspired backdrops of iconic Disney characters will serve as the perfect photo spot for guests at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Mabrika Cove is the arrival point for Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024, where guests immediately experience the warmth of Bahamian culture (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Exclusively at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting June 2024, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Pluto, Chip and Dale sport distinct, Junkanoo-inspired looks created by Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Families and little adventurers keep cool at Rush Out, Gush Out Water Play, a water play area for all ages designed to resemble a Bahamian Junkanoo shack at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Exclusively at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting June 2024, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Pluto, Chip and Dale sport distinct, Junkanoo-inspired looks created by Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Sandsational Smoothies serves specialty frozen drinks at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas. It is one of six locales serving ice-cold beverages across the destination, which debuts June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line The main dining areas at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 are True-True and True-True Too BBQ. They both serve a delicious lunch menu that includes dishes inspired by local recipes, plus classic favorites. Here, guests dine under a pavilion that displays locally designed artwork (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line The Play-Play Pavilion houses the Disney Fun in the Sun Beach Bash at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas debuting in June 2024, inviting families to join in for fun games along with Disney friends all to the sound of Bahamian renditions of Disney tunes arranged and performed by Bahamian artists (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line The Mabrika Cove Cabanas are available for families to rent and spend a day enjoying the relaxing beaches of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line The main dining areas at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 are True-True and True-True Too BBQ. They both serve a delicious lunch menu that includes dishes inspired by local recipes, plus classic favorites. Here, guests dine under a pavilion that displays locally designed artwork (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Exclusively at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting June 2024, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Pluto, Chip and Dale sport distinct, Junkanoo-inspired looks created by Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Steps from the white sands of the adult-exclusive beach at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024, the colorful Serenity Bay Cabanas are available to rent for guests 18 years and older (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Exclusively at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting June 2024, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Pluto, Chip and Dale sport distinct, Junkanoo-inspired looks created by Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line A local Junkanoo Group sweeps up guests in Rush! A Junkanoo Celebration at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024. The celebration introduces families to the signature festival of The Bahamas filled with colorful parades of dancing and music. Local Junkanooers parade to the destination’s Goombay Cultural Center, where Mickey Mouse and friends encourage guests to join along (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line The Mabrika Cove Cabanas are available for families to rent and spend a day enjoying the relaxing beaches of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Disney T’ings is a merchandise location that offers a full collection of clothing and accessories by Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett, along with an array of brightly colored Disney Junkanoo-inspired merchandise and island-inspired Disney merchandise. Disney T’ings is located at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Disney T’ings is a merchandise location that offers a full collection of clothing and accessories by Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett, along with an array of brightly colored Disney Junkanoo-inspired merchandise and island-inspired Disney merchandise. Disney T’ings is located at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Beautiful permanent art installations by Bahamian artists are on display throughout Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas, debuting June 2024. The art showcases inspired, local talent including nature-inspired sculptures created by Edrin Symonette. (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Treasures of Eleuthera is a merchandise location that spotlights local Bahamian artists with a wide selection of authentic, artisan crafts available for guests to purchase as a keepsake from their visit to Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Exclusively at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting June 2024, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Pluto, Chip and Dale sport distinct, Junkanoo-inspired looks created by Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Beautiful permanent art installations by Bahamian artists are on display throughout Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas, debuting June 2024. The art showcases inspired, local talent including Philip and Michelle Kemp’s Junkanoo headdresses in the Goombay Cultural Center and cabanas (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Exclusively at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting June 2024, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Pluto, Chip and Dale sport distinct, Junkanoo-inspired looks created by Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line A variety of activities are available for the whole family at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024, including snorkel gear rentals available at Flippers & Fins for exploring the island’s natural underwater beauty (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Junkanoo-inspired backdrops of iconic Disney characters will serve as the perfect photo spot for guests at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line The main dining areas at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 are True-True and True-True Too BBQ. They both serve a delicious lunch menu that includes dishes inspired by local recipes, plus classic favorites. Here, guests dine under a pavilion that displays locally designed artwork (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Bow & Ribbon Bar is one of four bars serving specialty drinks at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024, offering an array of ice-cold beverages and locally sourced drinks like Bahamas Goombay Punch soda (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line The family beach at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024, offers the perfect blend of unmatched natural beauty and relaxation (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Mangroves and Go at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024, serves as the first stop for guests as they arrive, greeting them with delicious specialty iced coffees that include locally roasted coffee beans from Eleuthera Coffee Rosters (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Exclusively at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting June 2024, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Pluto, Chip and Dale sport distinct, Junkanoo-inspired looks created by Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line The Goombay Cultural Center at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024, is a brilliantly colored pavilion that celebrates the rich history and culture of The Bahamas. The Goombay Cultural Center will host a wide range of activities including the “Sights and Sounds of Junkanoo” family workshop, where families learn Junkanoo traditions and crafts. (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line The family beach at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024, offers the perfect blend of unmatched natural beauty and relaxation (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Families and little adventurers keep cool at Rush Out, Gush Out Water Play, a water play area for all ages designed to resemble a Bahamian Junkanoo shack at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Steps from the white sands of the adult-exclusive beach at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024, the colorful Serenity Bay Cabanas are available to rent for guests 18 years and older (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Beautiful permanent art installations by Bahamian artists are on display throughout Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas, debuting June 2024. The art showcases inspired, local talent including Philip and Michelle Kemp’s Junkanoo headdresses in the Goombay Cultural Center and cabanas (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Blue Hole Bar is the adult-exclusive bar, serving ice-cold beverages at Serenity Bay. This beachside hangout is one of four bars serving specialty drinks at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line The Mabrika Cove Cabanas are available for families to rent and spend a day enjoying the relaxing beaches of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera, debuting in June 2024, immerses guests in the spirit and culture of The Bahamas, along with signature Disney entertainment, port adventures and nature trails, a water play area, and beautiful beaches for families and adults. © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Mabrika Cove is the arrival point for Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024, where guests immediately experience the warmth of Bahamian culture (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line The Goombay Cultural Center at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024, is a brilliantly colored pavilion that celebrates the rich history and culture of The Bahamas. The Goombay Cultural Center will host a wide range of activities including the “Sights and Sounds of Junkanoo” family workshop, where families learn Junkanoo traditions and crafts. (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Disney T’ings is a merchandise location that offers a full collection of clothing and accessories by Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett, along with an array of brightly colored Disney Junkanoo-inspired merchandise and island-inspired Disney merchandise. Disney T’ings is located at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Exclusively at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting June 2024, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Pluto, Chip and Dale sport distinct, Junkanoo-inspired looks created by Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Families and little adventurers keep cool at Rush Out, Gush Out Water Play, a water play area for all ages designed to resemble a Bahamian Junkanoo shack at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Families and little adventurers keep cool at Rush Out, Gush Out Water Play, a water play area for all ages designed to resemble a Bahamian Junkanoo shack at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line The family beach at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024, offers the perfect blend of unmatched natural beauty and relaxation (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Exclusively at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting June 2024, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Pluto, Chip and Dale sport distinct, Junkanoo-inspired looks created by Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Mabrika Cove is the arrival point for Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024, where guests immediately experience the warmth of Bahamian culture (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Reef & Wreck Bar is one of four bars serving specialty drinks at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024, offering an array of ice-cold beverages and locally sourced drinks like Pirate Republic Brewing Company Long John Pineapple Pilsner (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line The Mabrika Cove Cabanas are available for families to rent and spend a day enjoying the relaxing beaches of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line The Mabrika Cove Cabanas are available for families to rent and spend a day enjoying the relaxing beaches of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line The main dining areas at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 are True-True and True-True Too BBQ. They both serve a delicious lunch menu that includes dishes inspired by local recipes, plus classic favorites. Here, guests dine under a pavilion that displays locally designed artwork (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Beautiful permanent art installations by Bahamian artists are on display throughout Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas, debuting June 2024. The art showcases inspired, local talent including nature-inspired sculptures created by Edrin Symonette. (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Exclusively at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting June 2024, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Pluto, Chip and Dale sport distinct, Junkanoo-inspired looks created by Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Families and little adventurers keep cool at Rush Out, Gush Out Water Play, a water play area for all ages designed to resemble a Bahamian Junkanoo shack at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting in June 2024 (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
Embark on a voyage to a new destination with Disney Cruise Line Exclusively at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, debuting June 2024, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Pluto, Chip and Dale sport distinct, Junkanoo-inspired looks created by Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett (Kent Phillips, Photographer). © Disney ( Disney Cruise Line)
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The island will have exclusive beaches for visitors. Disney said families can keep cool at Rush Out, Gush Out Water Play, a water play area, and Sebastian’s Cove.
The tropical destination will also offer a nature trail that allows visitors to discover Eleuthera scenery.
Along the natural tail, hikers will see bronze sculptures introducing explorers to indigenous animals of the island.
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