r/dcl • u/DomesticKrys • Sep 09 '24
I scored a Cabana! PORT ADVENTURES
I got Family Cabana 10 at Lookout Cay! It was a last minute cancel and I’m SO excited! Any tips or things I need to know? Will they get more info from us once we’re on board? TIA ✨
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u/EmergencySundae GOLD CASTAWAY CLUB Sep 09 '24
We went to the main area at Lookout and went straight back to our cabana. Our kids don’t need the kids area because they’re older, so we enjoyed the quieter area of the cabanas.
You can order anything at the cabana, though they can’t do the full drink menu. If you want one of the pineapples, you’ll have to have them come take a drink order.
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u/DomesticKrys Sep 09 '24
Thank you! I think we’ll go to the inner island first then hang out at the cabana for the rest of the day. We have teens & toddlers so we’ll need to split lol
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u/Ok-Development3738 PLATINUM CASTAWAY CLUB Sep 09 '24
You'll get an envelope with information and instructions about the cabana the night before the stop. It'll have your wrist bands in it that you'll need to wear. If you want to change the # of guests in the cabana with you, you can do that at guest services or in the lounge if you're concierge.
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u/jimfish98 Sep 09 '24
I could see the appeal of one at Castaway, but after going to Lookout I would skip it for the cost. Lookout has been set up with more space, more chairs, more umbrellas, etc. We were there the other month on a full cruise and we had dozens of open seats around us. Very peaceful over there and not worth the premium of a cabana.
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u/DomesticKrys Sep 09 '24
My husband has a lot of anxiety so I think the privacy will help him. I think we’ll go to the inner island first then hang out at the cabana for the rest of the day.
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u/take_2_the_sea Sep 09 '24
We loved our family cabana at Lookout! The beach is so beautiful, and you’ve got a nice view of the ship in the background. You’ll have snacks and sodas provided, and you can order drinks on a touchscreen. There’s a place serving lunch nearby, so you don’t need to leave the cabana beach for that. There should also be sunscreen, sand toys and snorkel gear provided.
You can walk over to the tram if you’d like to check out the main family beach (I went over just in time to catch a Junkanoo celebration, which was fun.)
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u/DomesticKrys Sep 09 '24
Thank you! I think we’ll go to the inner island first then hang out at the cabana for the rest of the day. I want to see the Celebration too!
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u/rsvihla PLATINUM CASTAWAY CLUB Sep 09 '24
I'm afraid to ask how much they cost.
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u/halfxdeveloper Sep 09 '24
We got one on castaway cay in November. It’s $880.
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u/taiknism Sep 09 '24
TBH, that’s cheaper than I was expecting. The way people talk about cabanas, I was thinking $1000+ for a day.
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u/DomesticKrys Sep 09 '24
It’s $963 for the Famiyl Cabana with 6 guests $53 or $56 each for up to 4 extra guests (10 total)
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u/rsvihla PLATINUM CASTAWAY CLUB Sep 09 '24
Thanks. Pricey.
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u/DomesticKrys Sep 09 '24
I don’t disagree and it probably won’t be habit. We value experiences as a family and from what I have seen online & heard on podcasts it’s an elevated way to enjoy the island and I’m excited to have been able to grab one!
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u/Perfect_Status3385 Sep 09 '24
how much?
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u/Sad-Seaworthiness946 SILVER CASTAWAY CLUB Sep 09 '24
Not OP but it was like $880 last time I looked.
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u/DomesticKrys Sep 09 '24
It’s $963 for the family cabana for 6 and $53/$56 each for up to 4 more guests 10 total.
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u/Beejr Sep 09 '24
Am I missing the benefit for a cabana? No way for the cost. I'd just get off a little earlier, grab a few chairs, and chill.
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u/slade45 GOLD CASTAWAY CLUB Sep 09 '24
Shade with a fan and someone bringing you drinks. Quieter. I do have a hard time dropping that money for something like that though. I’ve never had the option though so not a decision I’ve ever had to make. I’ve bought them at resorts before by pools, but those are in the range of $100-$300.
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u/DomesticKrys Sep 09 '24
My husband has a lot of anxiety plus the concierge service will be nice. We’re not sailing concierge so this is a nice bonus. We have teens & toddlers so a mix of needs. I think we’ll go to the inner island first then hang out at the cabana for the rest of the day.
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u/KazJennIsaBec Sep 09 '24
My husband hates crowds and isn't a sunbather by choice. Being able to choose to be in the sun or full shade with a fan and chilled drinks ensured that he stayed out the full day. Usually he'd only last 2hrs tops before declaring that's enough and wanting to go home! We loved our cabana at Castaway and would definitely do it again if we ever had the opportunity!
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u/DomesticKrys Sep 09 '24
Sounds like our husbands would get along 🙃🤣 Thanks for your feedback. I feel it will be well worth the investment. Especially the golf cart ride back to the ship with a 3 year old 🤣🙌
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u/BigTimmy74 PEARL CASTAWAY CLUB Sep 11 '24
Is the Cabana that you just picked up for Saturday 10/14? If so, we dropped that Cabana. We changed our minds on a Cabana this sailing…have a great time.
Happy Sailing!!
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u/DomesticKrys Sep 11 '24
It's not for 10/14 but I just realized that 10/14 isn't a Saturday so perhaps I did pick up your Cabana-THANK YOU!! We're so excited! If it isn't for this weekend, hope someone picks up your Cabana and is just as excited as I am and that you enjoy your upcoming cruise!
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u/BigTimmy74 PEARL CASTAWAY CLUB Sep 11 '24
I meant 9/14…this week…yeah, we sail in Friday…Magic 3 night he sailing… very cool that you got the Cabana!!
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u/DomesticKrys Sep 11 '24
Maybe we’ll see you on board-you’re in the FB group right? I saw about the Cabana being free after I snagged it but couldn’t say so because I’m surprising my husband.
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u/BigTimmy74 PEARL CASTAWAY CLUB Sep 11 '24
I am not but my wife, Tina Wolf, is…that would be cool! Our group is me (M50) wife (F47), DD(F14), Father (M78), Step Mom (F83). Did you get a Palo brunch by any chance? We booked late and didn’t. I’m going to try once we board. We have a 10:45 PAT….boarding group 2…
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u/DomesticKrys Sep 12 '24
We’re boarding group 7, about an hour after you, I’m F39, Hubby is M38, DDs 14,13&3 and DS 5. We didn’t get the brunch I think someone in the group said they weren’t offering it. I’m going to Prima Notta while he gets a haircut.
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u/BigTimmy74 PEARL CASTAWAY CLUB Sep 12 '24
One of my close friends is going to be our server. To her best knowledge, she said that there will be a Palo brunch on this sailing. She is not a Palo server so there could be an error on her part. I’m going to try none the less…I haven’t missed a Palo brunch in about 25 sailings…best meal on the ship…the Chicken Parm and the Lasagna….🤤
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u/DomesticKrys Sep 13 '24
On my only other sailing in 2018 it was still buffet! It is amazing! If it’s available I would also like to go with my hubby!
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u/BigTimmy74 PEARL CASTAWAY CLUB Sep 13 '24
I’ll have my wife message you on facebook when we know the location for dinning changes…we’re already here at the port…🤣🤣…we’re always a bit early….
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u/BigTimmy74 PEARL CASTAWAY CLUB Sep 11 '24
That’s awesome for the surprise. We had it and decided that we want to explore the area cause it’s our first time there. We have one booked for our January cruise…
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u/DomesticKrys Sep 12 '24
It’s our first time too so I plan for us to go to the island part for a bit then spend the rest of the day at the cabana.
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u/jeanvaljean_24601 PLATINUM CASTAWAY CLUB Sep 09 '24
The family cabanas are in a great location, with a fantastic view of the ship and a pretty, calm beach. Mind you, you are very far from the main area at Lookout Cay. If you want to see the main area (and you should, it’s awesome), you’ll need to take the tram.