Always a favorite of Disney cruisers, Castaway Cay is Disney Cruise Line's private bit of paradise in the Bahamas. The Disney ship docks right at the island, allowing Disney cruisers to simply walk off the ship directly onto this island with beautiful white sand beaches and clear turquoise waters.

As you leave the ship, you'll see the Castaway Cay post office. This is the place to purchase special Disney Cruise Line stamps and mail those postcards that will have the Castaway Cay postmark. NOTE: this is one place where you DO need cash, if you want to purchase postcards or stamps. Your Key to the World charge is not valid here. Also, be aware that it could take weeks or even months for your postcard to arrive at its destination.

You'll also be handed a beach towel as you leave the ship, so no need to bring any towels from your room. Ship's photographers will be on hand to take your picture if you'd like.

You then proceed down the path to the Tram Stop. Although you CAN walk to the Castaway Family Beach (it's about a 15-minute walk) it's much faster to take the trams waiting for you at the tram stop. If you want to go on to Serenity Bay Beach (adults 18 and over only) you must exit the tram at the Family Beach and take a separate tram to Serenity Bay Beach. There is also a Teen Beach located at the far west end of the Family Beach.

• Castaway Cay Photos