Castaway Cay Cabana Included

[jenpink]

Yeah, I had steak this time. It is still a cook-out and NOT a true barbecue though!!

In many parts of the country a cookout and barbecue are the same thing. I had to look up the difference because I had no idea what you were talking about I guess a Barbecue is a cultural phenomenon in the south.

 

[mevelandry]

Hi, just another question, besides your cabana and water etc. And food what else is included with the cost. Thanks

That's too bad, I just erased my pictures... We've received canned soft drinks, granola bars, chips, a bowl of fresh fruits, Evian Water... For our comfort we had fresh towels, extra towels, a shower (on the side of the terrace of the cabana) and sunscreen. The terrace is covered with a net that provides a little shade. There was a safe in the cabana. On the side of the cabana were floats. There was a bike ride included.

I don't know if we've been lucky but our host gave us golf cart rides to and from the BBQ and back to the ship.

We had a fantastic day. While you don't need a cabana to enjoy Castaway Cay, it a wonderful extra.

 

[mevelandry]

Yeah, I had steak this time. It is still a cook-out and NOT a true barbecue though!!

I did not know there was a difference between the two. I don't eat outside much. LOL

 

[Dug720]

I did not know there was a difference between the two. I don't eat outside much. LOL

To me a barbecue is roasting a pig to create a smoked pork which can be eaten with a sauce (IMHO a vinegar-based one, not one resembling ketchup).

Hamburgers, hot dogs, and steaks (or whatever) on a grill is grilling out or cooking out.

But the rest of the world doesn't seem to get the difference. So I end up stuck WITHOUT barbecue at things that people call barbecues. By now I am used to it. But the first time I was sorely disappointed to see that all I had a choice of was hamburgers and hot dogs. (This was not on Castaway - I'd learned I was "wrong" long before then. But it is still a pet peeve to have cook-puts called "barbecues".)

 

[mevelandry]

To me a barbecue is roasting a pig to create a smoked pork which can be eaten with a sauce (IMHO a vinegar-based one, not one resembling ketchup).

Hamburgers, hot dogs, and steaks (or whatever) on a grill is grilling out or cooking out.

But the rest of the world doesn't seem to get the difference. So I end up stuck WITHOUT barbecue at things that people call barbecues. By now I am used to it. But the first time I was sorely disappointed to see that all I had a choice of was hamburgers and hot dogs. (This was not on Castaway - I'd learned I was "wrong" long before then. But it is still a pet peeve to have cook-puts called "barbecues".)

The word to describe one thing can vary depending on the part of the world you live in...

I understand what you mean. What you call "barbecue" is called a "méchoui" in french (but it can be any animal).

The Oxford dictionary says "Barbecue" is: A meal or gathering at which meat, fish, or other food is cooked out of doors on a rack over an open fire or on a special appliance.

 

[Dug720]

The word to describe one thing can vary depending on the part of the world you live in...

I understand what you mean. What you call "barbecue" is called a "méchoui" in french (but it can be any animal).

The Oxford dictionary says "Barbecue" is: A meal or gathering at which meat, fish, or other food is cooked out of doors on a rack over an open fire or on a special appliance.

I would be curious what it used to be before everyone started using it that way.

 

[PrincessShmoo]

I would be curious what it used to be before everyone started using it that way.

Here's a pretty extensive explanation of barbecue.

http://amazingribs.com/BBQ_articles/barbecue_history.html

 

[Dug720]

Here's a pretty extensive explanation of barbecue.

http://amazingribs.com/BBQ_articles/barbecue_history.html

Interesting.

To me, it will always be a specific kind of food and stuff cooked on a grill will be "cooking out". But I know I am weird.

 

[volfan1978]

To me a barbecue is roasting a pig to create a smoked pork which can be eaten with a sauce (IMHO a vinegar-based one, not one resembling ketchup).

Hamburgers, hot dogs, and steaks (or whatever) on a grill is grilling out or cooking out.

But the rest of the world doesn't seem to get the difference. So I end up stuck WITHOUT barbecue at things that people call barbecues. By now I am used to it. But the first time I was sorely disappointed to see that all I had a choice of was hamburgers and hot dogs. (This was not on Castaway - I'd learned I was "wrong" long before then. But it is still a pet peeve to have cook-puts called "barbecues".)

I'm from Memphis...and here we know exactly the distinction you're talking about. Just because fire is involved does NOT make it bbq!

 

[Starwind]

Check the expiration date on the sunscreen. Just an FYI. Last Sept all my friends & I reapplied numerous times with the sunblock in the cabana. Every one of us were burned pretty bad. Only explanation would be expired sunblock.

I have wondered if the sunscreen sitting out in the sun all day every day would also have an effect on its effectiveness...

 

[PrincessShmoo]

I have wondered if the sunscreen sitting out in the sun all day every day would also have an effect on its effectiveness...

I don't think it sits in the sun. It's inside the cabana. And actually may be stocked that day.

 

[Starwind]

I don't think it sits in the sun. It's inside the cabana. And actually may be stocked that day.

The two times we have had a cabana is was sitting in a basket on the "deck" part, in the sun, and the containers were quite warm. We didn't use it because we are allergic to what they have and bring our own anyway. I did notice a couple of the other cabanas had it in the same place. Perhaps it depends on who the cabin attendant is ?

 

[Evoga]

To me a barbecue is roasting a pig to create a smoked pork which can be eaten with a sauce (IMHO a vinegar-based one, not one resembling ketchup).

Hamburgers, hot dogs, and steaks (or whatever) on a grill is grilling out or cooking out.

But the rest of the world doesn't seem to get the difference. So I end up stuck WITHOUT barbecue at things that people call barbecues. By now I am used to it. But the first time I was sorely disappointed to see that all I had a choice of was hamburgers and hot dogs. (This was not on Castaway - I'd learned I was "wrong" long before then. But it is still a pet peeve to have cook-puts called "barbecues".)

That's a pig roast, I do like them. You can hire people now who specifically turn up in their vehicle and roast the pig for your event. Mmmmm.

 

[sweetpee_1993]

Interesting.

To me, it will always be a specific kind of food and stuff cooked on a grill will be "cooking out". But I know I am weird.

I'm from Memphis...and here we know exactly the distinction you're talking about. Just because fire is involved does NOT make it bbq!

Yessssssss!!!!! This! My husband cooks jambalaya outside in a kettle on his burner but jambalaya most assuredly is NOT BBQ. LOL! Verbiage. Often a regional thing, I suppose. Just so relatable right here.

 

[phinz]

I'm from Memphis...and here we know exactly the distinction you're talking about. Just because fire is involved does NOT make it bbq!

Where I'm from and even where I am now, if you say you're having a BBQ and people show up to only find grilled burgers, chicken and hot dogs you will catch all sorts of flak because they're expecting BBQ, not grilling out. BBQ is cooked low and slow over indirect heat. It's time consuming and all that time is what makes it so delicious and tender.

My brother, who has spent most of his life in the PNW, half the time will call grilling out "barbecuing". My father, who grew up in SE Texas, will correct him every single time, and rightfully so.

 

[Dug720]

Where I'm from and even where I am now, if you say you're having a BBQ and people show up to only find grilled burgers, chicken and hot dogs you will catch all sorts of flak because they're expecting BBQ, not grilling out. BBQ is cooked low and slow over indirect heat. It's time consuming and all that time is what makes it so delicious and tender.

My brother, who has spent most of his life in the PNW, half the time will call grilling out "barbecuing". My father, who grew up in SE Texas, will correct him every single time, and rightfully so.

I still laugh remembering when I was leading a group of kids from a church in Raleigh, NC On a mission trip to Pine Ridge, SD. The last night the workcamp staff grilled out barbecued chicken and kids from other places NOT in the South were all "Yes! We're having a barbecue!" And my kids were all "Uh, no. We are having barbecued chicken."

 

[phinz]

I still laugh remembering when I was leading a group of kids from a church in Raleigh, NC On a mission trip to Pine Ridge, SD. The last night the workcamp staff grilled out barbecued chicken and kids from other places NOT in the South were all "Yes! We're having a barbecue!" And my kids were all "Uh, no. We are having barbecued chicken."

And my Texas family would have corrected them and said, "Actually, you're having grilled chicken with barbecue sauce."

 

[Dug720]

And my Texas family would have corrected them and said, "Actually, you're having grilled chicken with barbecue sauce."

That is where I am so glad we escaped Texas when I was a baby. I LOVE Carolina-style sauce (more vinegar-based) and cannot stand the ketchup like stuff they call barbecue sauce in Texas. Haha!

 

[phinz]

That is where I am so glad we escaped Texas when I was a baby. I LOVE Carolina-style sauce (more vinegar-based) and cannot stand the ketchup like stuff they call barbecue sauce in Texas. Haha!

I'm lucky enough to be surrounded these days by the homes of South Carolina mustard (my favorite), North Carolina vinegar and Memphis dry. I can get it just about any way I want, and most BBQ places here have a variation of those, plus KC and Texas-style sauces for their meats since this part of the country is a crossroads for so many influences.

 

[ChicosWife]

Each cabana is furnished with comfortable seating,
a beverage refrigerator,
fresh fruit and snacks are included
complimentary bottled water and soft drinks.
safe,
ceiling fan,
plush towels and
sunscreen(Coppertone SPF products)
selection of magazines..
Outside on the patio, luxurious chaise lounge chairs,
a freshwater shower,
changing area with curtain
hammock and
sailcloth shade.
Dedicated beverage service is provided and
alcoholic beverage packages are available for purchase onboard at an additional cost.
Additionally, each cabana includes use of snorkeling equipment, floats, sand toys, and one hour of bike rental.
Private cabana beach.

Those were the only chips available onboard the ship and at Castaway Cay on our recent Fantasy cruise. Not a lot of variety.

Cabana:

Bowl of potato chips, energy bars, fresh fruit

Stocked fridge with cold drinks and water

Electric wall plugs (for example, plug in to recharge your electronics)

Suntan lotion

Private hammock

Personal float tubes

Snorkeling equipment rental

Bike rental included

Nearby shower (right outside)

Magazines

Facial tissue

Trashcan

Hanging closet

Cocktail table, sofa, two chairs inside

Call button for attendant

Overhead fan

Privacy curtains over windows

Plates

Private beach in family cabanas

There is a safe in them, just as in your onboard cabin.

You can eat lunch there (table and chairs). Your host might give you a ride to/from the buffet.

There is a changing curtain for get into/out of swimwear

A drink host will come and take your order for alcoholic drinks and bring them to you.

They provide a plate of cold, wet towels. Great for cleaning/cooling off.

Lot of chairs inside and out (on the porch) for relaxing

Once at the end of the day, our host took us from our cabana to the ship's reboarding point in his golfcart. Wow!

So would you all say that these amenities are worth the price? The current price for my upcoming cruise is $590.