Disney Cruise Line introduced that it’s going to welcome visitors to its new island vacation spot at Lighthouse Point in The Bahamas in the summertime of 2024, in keeping with a press launch.
“At Disney Cruise Line, we have a deep appreciation for the Bahamian community,” mentioned Sharon Siskie, senior vp and common supervisor, Disney Cruise Line.
“We are connected in many ways, including our shared values of storytelling and hospitality. With the opening of Lighthouse Point, visitors from around the world will experience the magic of The Bahamas in a new way, one that truly celebrates its natural and cultural beauty.”
The island retreat was created in collaboration with native artists and advisors, designed with households in thoughts and reflecting the distinctive Bahamian tradition.
Sustainability was a serious concern when creating Lighthouse Point, the corporate mentioned.
About 90 % of the retreat’s electrical energy wants might be met by an onsite photo voltaic array whereas the elevated walkways will assist restrict the impression on the surroundings.
“Lighthouse Point is a place of extraordinary natural beauty, so our goal has always been to create designs that accentuate its qualities in an organic way,” mentioned Kevin Thomas, artistic director, Walt Disney Imagineering.
“We’re focused on low-density, sustainable development that protects and preserves the environment, allowing the site’s biodiversity to shine.”
At the vacation spot, households can calm down on the massive household seashore, interact in lively adventures and expertise Bahamian storytelling alongside their favourite Disney characters. Lighthouse Point may also characteristic actions for each age group.
The vacation spot additionally features a Bahamian artwork and tradition pavilion with particular packages the place visitors can have the chance to study from native artists.
For youngsters, there’s a gaming pavilion in addition to a volleyball courtroom and gaga ball pit. Other leisure actions embrace watercraft and bicycle leases. For these within the 3-12 age group, there’s a themed youngsters’ membership underneath the care of Disney Cruise Line counselors. It includes a splash pad impressed by Walt Disney Animation Studios’ characters equivalent to “The Little Mermaid”.
Guests can even benefit from the adult-exclusive seashore with a devoted eating space and entry to meals and drinks all day.
The cruise line has additionally developed a collection of Port Adventures in partnership with native tour operators so visitors can discover Eleuthera.