We’ve Arrived at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point!

[emmabelle]

Not having a chair to sit on at the beach is the only thing that will really annoy me. I hate sitting in sand but love the beach.

 

[CampbellzSoup]

Also, not being honest with Disney doesn't allow for any changes. If you are all happy with just a beach, so be it. I just expect more, especially given the price, from Disney.

One or two vlogs I watched, whose creators made it clear that they paid for their cruise, really called them out. I'm not saying to be nitpicky, but provide honest feedback.

 

[Mags2002]

Not having a chair to sit on at the beach is the only thing that will really annoy me. I hate sitting in sand but love the beach.

There are chairs at the beach

 

[dreamer17555]

There are chairs at the beach

This is absolutely true, but they’re only two rows deep of chairs at the beach where you can see the ocean with the rest of them behind the dunes. For smaller ships- not as much of an issue. For larger ships? According to reports about today very much an issue.

 

[Mags2002]

This is absolutely true, but they’re only two rows deep of chairs at the beach where you can see the ocean with the rest of them behind the dunes. For smaller ships- not as much of an issue. For larger ships? According to reports about today very much an issue.

If that is indeed the case then it can be fixed. Chairs and umbrellas can be moved easily enough. You can see the ocean from the other chairs too

 

[dreamer17555]

If that is indeed the case then it can be fixed. Chairs and umbrellas can be moved easily enough. You can see the ocean from the other chairs too

I’m a little confused by this. If it’s an easy enough fix, why didn’t Disney put more of the chairs where you have direct access to the ocean and do not have to go over a dune? I assume you’re not suggesting that guest move chairs across the dunes, right?

 

[Mags2002]

I’m a little confused by this. If it’s an easy enough fix, why didn’t Disney put more of the chairs where you have direct access to the ocean and do not have to go over a dune? I assume you’re not suggesting that guest move chairs across the dunes, right?

Of course not. Although Guests move chairs at Castaway all over the place. The crew then have to go and move them back at the end of the day. It’s called “pull beach” and it’s horrible haha.
I have no idea why it was done that way. But don’t forget it’s only Day 2. Changes have been made since Day 1 already so everyone is learning as they go

 

[Jwaire]

I’m a little confused by this. If it’s an easy enough fix, why didn’t Disney put more of the chairs where you have direct access to the ocean and do not have to go over a dune? I assume you’re not suggesting that guest move chairs across the dunes, right?

They showed in one video where the tide gets much higher there. That's why there aren't a ton of chairs out on the actual beach.

Also, it's new. They'll be regrading that beach for the next couple of years. PITA to do work like that and to have move a million chairs before you can work.

 

[emmabelle]

There are chairs at the beach

I watched way too many YouTube videos and it did seem like the chair situation was a little sparse.

I’ve been to CC and there just seems like they have way more.

 

[dreamer17555]

They showed in one video where the tide gets much higher there. That's why there aren't a ton of chairs out on the actual beach.

Also, it's new. They'll be regrading that beach for the next couple of years. PITA to do work like that and to have move a million chairs before you can work.

I 100% understand that, but means it is not an easy fix as implied. It means that for any cruises booked in the foreseeable future (or currently available) that ocean access chairs (where you don't have to cross a dune to get to the water) will be hard to come by if sailing on the Dream or Fantasy and guests should be aware

 

[DMMarla07860]

Of course not. Although Guests move chairs at Castaway all over the place. The crew then have to go and move them back at the end of the day. It’s called “pull beach” and it’s horrible haha.
I have no idea why it was done that way. But don’t forget it’s only Day 2. Changes have been made since Day 1 already so everyone is learning as they go

I've heard some of my friends who worked for DCL talk about Pull Beach

 

[Jillpie]

For the first half the sun was behind a cloud and was not bad. It was hot once the cloud went away.

The trams were waiting for us and seemed to be a lot of them.

Realized you were asking about a tram on the pier. It is walkable for sure.

Nope. only people with mobility issues and Cabana guests. Everyone else hoofs it.

MJ

So they are discriminating against the folks, that just want a ride in the hot sun, you MUST have a mobility issue?? Are they requiring paperwork from a doctor, I mean, come on! Castaway Cay, everyone can ride the trams, it is terrific. So they really are saying you have to have a problem in order to ride?

 

[Kwami]

So they are discriminating against the folks, that just want a ride in the hot sun, you MUST have a mobility issue?? Are they requiring paperwork from a doctor, I mean, come on! Castaway Cay, everyone can ride the trams, it is terrific. So they really are saying you have to have a problem in order to ride?

Everyone can ride the trams at Lookout Cay, too. There isn't a tram on the pier, though, and giving everyone golf cart rides isn't practical. It would just take forever.

 

[mmouse37]

So they are discriminating against the folks, that just want a ride in the hot sun, you MUST have a mobility issue?? Are they requiring paperwork from a doctor, I mean, come on! Castaway Cay, everyone can ride the trams, it is terrific. So they really are saying you have to have a problem in order to ride?

Just for the pier.....anyone can ride the trams to the beach once you get to the island. Just no transportation on the pier for the general population.

MJ

 

[Cfabar1]

Everyone can ride the trams at Lookout Cay, too. There isn't a tram on the pier, though, and giving everyone golf cart rides isn't practical. It would just take forever.

seems to me Josh D. might be buying some more trams if they can be supported on the pier... unsure....

I'm more concerned about the flies and the lack of shade... Hopefully DCL finds some ways to address that before September!

 

[CampbellzSoup]

So they are discriminating against the folks, that just want a ride in the hot sun, you MUST have a mobility issue?? Are they requiring paperwork from a doctor, I mean, come on! Castaway Cay, everyone can ride the trams, it is terrific. So they really are saying you have to have a problem in order to ride?

I hear ya. This is the one thing I’m not upset over as I prefer to walk instead of a tram, but for those who don’t want to that sucks. My problem is that it’s just so bland and boring even the walk is boring.


This has me concerned

 

[anricat]

Travel Planner on the ship said they asked and were told only guests who have BOOKED a H/A Cabin can use the cart transportation.

This is a problem. We really don't need a HA cabin most of the time, but my daughter has EDS and it can really flare up big time. Some days she's fine and then some days just walking from the house to the car is incredibly painful. I never know what her day is going to look like. I don't want to take a HA cabin away from someone who needs it just so we can ensure she can get off the ship at one stop.

Everything is centered around IPs now. It used to be more subtle but it's been much more in your face the last few years

I don't know why people think this. Mr. Toad's Wild Ride? Snow White? There are a lot of original Disneyland rides that used IP. And similarly, Disney has opened a lot of things that don't have IP. I think there's a mix back in the day and a mix now.

 

[Mags2002]

I understand there are some concerns and some of them will be able to easily be addressed but it will take time to do so. Some changes have already been made in 2 days.
There is no point saying something is boring; Disney planned for it to look this way. It is not supposed to be “Disneyfied”. It is basically a port that showcases Bahamian culture, offers a stunning beach, beautiful hiking/biking trails and activities for the kids with a few Disney touches thrown in. They were very careful about the way they have done things to protect the wiIdlife and natural environment. I think it is a great destination overall and can’t wait to spend quality time there

 

[Mags2002]

This is a problem. We really don't need a HA cabin most of the time, but my daughter has EDS and it can really flare up big time. Some days she's fine and then some days just walking from the house to the car is incredibly painful. I never know what her day is going to look like. I don't want to take a HA cabin away from someone who needs it just so we can ensure she can get off the ship at one stop.


I don't know why people think this. Mr. Toad's Wild Ride? Snow White? There are a lot of original Disneyland rides that used IP. And similarly, Disney has opened a lot of things that don't have IP. I think there's a mix back in the day and a mix now.

Speak to Guest Services and they will support you

 

[LordVader]

I understand there are some concerns and some of them will be able to easily be addressed but it will take time to do so. Some changes have already been made in 2 days.
There is no point saying something is boring; Disney planned for it to look this way. It is not supposed to be “Disneyfied”. It is basically a port that showcases Bahamian culture, offers a stunning beach, beautiful hiking/biking trails and activities for the kids with a few Disney touches thrown in. They were very careful about the way they have done things to protect the wiIdlife and natural environment. I think it is a great destination overall and can’t wait to spend quality time there

I really don't mind the island looking the way it does, my wife and I are there for the calm and the beach. I do got to ask though, do you think the fly issue can/will be resolved at some point? I've seen so many negative reviews and videos, even showing the flies all over the food on the pool deck of the ship :/.