Disney Cruise Line has announced additional details of its Bahamian-inspired venues on the island of Eleuthera.
Scheduled to debut in the summer of 2024, the one-of-a-kind retreat on a breathtaking island will showcase a celebration of Bahamian storytelling, artistry and culture along with plenty of relaxation surrounded by nature.
Mabrika Cove will be the destination’s colorful arrival point.
“Mabrika” means “welcome” in Taino, the language of the Lucayans, considered the indigenous people of The Bahamas. While the language is no longer used, a few words remain – one of them being “Mabrika.” Guests arriving at the Cove will immediately experience the warmth of the Bahamian culture.
The Goombay Cultural Center will embody the essence of “Junkanoo,” a Bahamian festival filled with joyous music and vibrant parades that come to life in many ways across Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.
Artist rendering of Disney Lookout Cay. (Photo Credit: Disney Cruise Line)
Goombay is one of the traditional music styles of The Bahamas, involving singing, dancing and drumming. The brilliantly colored cultural pavilion and its Junkanoo-inspired arch invite guests to embrace the traditions of The Bahamas, along with the sights, sounds and spirit of the country’s signature festival.
Island guests will find plenty of family entertainment at Triton’s Trumpet Stage. The gazebo's name is inspired by one of the stunning natural wonders found among the Bahamian beaches – a large, spiraled seashell commonly known as “Triton’s Trumpet.”
Treasures of Eleuthera will be the island’s retail shop featuring locally made gifts, spotlighting Bahamian artists and artisans through an array of unique items that families will be able to bring home with them as a special keepsake.
Disney Lookout Cay will also feature an adults-only retreat. Adult guests will be able to enjoy one of the guest-favorite locations from Disney Castaway Cay, Serenity Bay, featuring a tranquil beach experience with a dining area and private cabanas available for reservation.
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