Disney Cruise Days 2 and 3 Castaway Cay and Palo!

[@disnerdfamily9570]

I have to admit I started watching because of Adam but stick around because you are so lovely. I didn’t realize how tall Adam was until seeing him in your videos 😂 Look forward to the rest of the cruise series!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Thank you so much! He really is tall!

[@lisaatp]

Every girl needs an Adam for a friend, am I right? Love his fun spirit!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Absolutely! He's a wonderful friend and I feel very lucky!

[@packyourpixiedust]

That Amazon dress is so flattering.

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Thank you!

[@thediztasticfamily]

Best thumbnail picture ever! And I’m obsessed with that navy dress! Gorgeous!! Such a fun day!!!❤

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Thanks, Amber!!!

[@debbiedavidson4877]

I love your cruise videos but wish you would show more of your dinners…the food itself…one of my fave things about cruising!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Adam will have much more of the food coming up in his videos. I actually am terrible at filming food!

[@juliedi2]

I just adore these blogs! This was a perfect way to spend a rainy Saturday morning with coffee. And that beige linen-blend dress was absolutely stunning on you!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

I love to hear it! Thanks so much for watching!

[@lizzieizzard]

So enjoyed the comradeship between you and Adam and how everyone you encounter enjoy your company too - island time looked fun too

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

What a kind thing to say! Thank you! he's a wonderful friend.

[@KriticalKate]

Thank you so much for these videos! We (two adults) are currently considering going on our first cruise, and your videos are so helpful! We're debating between Royal Caribbean and Disney as our first cruise trip 🤔

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

I've never sailed Royal Caribbean but I've heard good things! Everyone has told me to stick to the newer ships, though. The Oasis class I think?

[@KriticalKate]

@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge With Royal Caribbean, we're considering Icon, which is the newest! We're keeping an eye on the Disney Treasure as well 👀

[@cgavin40]

Love seeing videos with you and Adam together. Also you look stunning and that Gucci bag of yours is a scene stealer 🤩

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Thank you so much!

[@sarahcooley104]

Yay Castaway! I had the most magical time there on my Wish cruise! I did all the things and soaked up all the memories. I also got surprised by my friends with a Palo brunch on our sea day and it was amaing!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

What a lovely surprise, Sarah! Love it!

[@allisonhorton330]

Adam is such a fun travel companion!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

He really is. I am unbelievably lucky and blessed to have him as a friend!

[@johns7896]

Looked like a chill cruise! Hope to see Lookout Cay in these vlogs come summer or soon thereafter!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

YES I'm not booked on any cruises going there yet but am really looking forward to visiting there!

[@johns7896]

Wife and I booked on a 3 night in Nov. that skips Nassau but goes to Castaway & Lookout Cay! 🚢 She doesn’t know it yet though. 🤭​@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

[@kikky811]

Loving the series with you both ❤

[@Benasboysandgirl]

Really just love it all!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Thank you Bena!!

[@EricMobley1]

Finally catching up on these videos! Makes me super excited because we're going on the Fantasy in November with a double dip to Castaway Cay!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

OMG that's the best!

[@diannem2411]

OMG you looked stunning in that dress. 🤩

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

thank you!! She's high maintenance for sure but I love it, too.

[@juliekm6495]

Looks like it was a bear! Breakfast and the ocean…wonderful! Love your vlogs!

[@jessicalbell]

There was a time when the chocolate souffle was a main dining dessert. My daughter loved it so much on our first cruise that we ended up making them at home a couple of times. Looks like your cruise was a lovely, relaxing time. :)

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Oh my if I started doing that at home we would quickly have an over consumption problem. But what a yummy problem to have!

[@jennyb9004]

I’m taking my first ever cruise in November! Excited and nervous all at the same time! Thank you for the tidbits of tips. Rainforest spa looks and sounds amazing. I think we’ll be booking that!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

You can book ahead of time on the app or just go the first day of your cruise but they do sell out so go early! It's a lovely experience.

[@willapanzer4233]

That's my breakfast order for the balcony too!

[@gracepalazzolo6959]

Hi enjoy your vlog for Disney Adult travel thank you. For food I have to search other vloggers. I don’t think on a cruise I would have just a croissant and fruit but I guess being on so many cruises its not important at all. Planning a Disney Cruise soon. Thank you for all your advice

[@lisasproul8027]

Another fabulous couple of days!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

thank you! I really feel like I did this cruise "right" and we had a great mix of activity and down time. I wanna go back!

[@jenniehart172a]

Hi Jen please forgive this mad question but where did you find your nice large black magnetic hooks ? I managed to get some small ones but the larger ones look really handy 😊😊 thankyou xxx

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Those aren't mine, they are in the stateroom! I don't travel with any magnetic hooks.

[@tuzanne]

Funnest Bingo I have ever seen

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Seriously they do such a great job!

[@theharkinstv]

Loving the cruise videos! Just subscribed having seen you on a few of Adam’s videos :) and just booked our very first Disney Cruise on the Treasure next year as a result!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

I love to hear that! I’m not booked yet but need to get on that!! Thanks so much for watching and subscribing.

[@theharkinstv]

@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge we’re heading on it for the Western Caribbean itinerary in September. Really looking forward to the Haunted Mansion bar - and Castaway Cay!

[@dawnturpin]

It's shocking to me how much I think about that ONE cruise I've ever taken and how much I miss it. Hooked.

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

I mean . . . where's the lie. It's a awfully nice way to spend some time.

[@Sweepers256]

I love you and Adams chemistry.

[@MoniqueARuiz]

Hey Jen! 👋 when you ate breakfast at 1923, was that included in the cruise price or was that extra? I know some restaurants are an up charge, just wasn’t sure about the restaurants you rotate for dinner at when you eat at other meal times there (I hope my question makes sense!)

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Great question! 1923 is one of the included restaurants so no extra charge

[@NakitaZee]

lol with your make-up after facial comment 'you don't care'. Also what a great blow-out! That's a treat I wouldn't have considered but will now book for myself post spa/beach/pool day thanks to this video

[@dianalaflumboise8148]

Hi-in reference to that fireworks view from your balcony question, was your room on the port or starboard side?

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

It was cabin 9660 on the Disney Wish

[@dianalaflumboise8148]

So Starboard, correct.​@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

[@sharrietech4256]

My husband and i have a back-to-back on the Wish in January 2025 and I can. not. wait! The 4 night goes to Pelican Point instead of Nassau. Very special!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Amazing! That sounds perfect.

[@essexstardust]

I really like the dress you got from Amazon, did you have a link for it ? I’ve looked but can’t see anything similar.

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

It's linked in the description box below the video. Let me know if you have trouble finding it!

[@k8rgirl]

Is there a place to snorkel in the adult only area on Castaway Cay? Love watching you and Adam having Cruise adventures.

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Technically you can but the water is sometimes very shallow over there like it was this time. Very shallow but VERY clear! We were able to see fish and starfish and it was very cool but not really deep enough to snorkle unless you went way out? Just depends on the tides, really. Sorry, I'm not being very helpful - the answer is you CAN snorkel if you want but at Serenity Bay but the water isn't always the best for it.

[@Chelle99]

Me, who did concierge and the length of cruise rainforest pass 😁. My husband said the same thing for himself though, that he only needed a day pass & to keep the length of stay pass for me because I LOVE those heated loungers.

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

I mean . . .the heated loungers do kind of change your life.

[@Chelle99]

@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge I need to figure out how to get one in my house

[@RUSSELLHAND-lg7mk]

Hi Jen, I'm sure this cruise is over and done with, but I wanted to share this show I'm watching called the Cruise. Hilighting one of the Virgin cruise ships. It's interesting and I thought of your nightmare. Love you and Adam. Disney is awesome.❤

[@mollyheath9642]

I had Carly as a cruise director on the Fantasy!

[@PlumberryPuppet]

I'm so lazy, I don't hand wash anything. I just put each item (tights, cashmere, whatever) in its own fine mesh laundry bag and then throw it in the washing machine on gentle. Might not be the best way to maintain clothes, but it's not horrible.

[@ellycyr8385]

Adam seems like he brings out Jen’s playful side! Or maybe it’s being on a Disney ship!

[@willcooper6980]

Hi Jen. This is the first I've heard of the B11 thing. I like the curls in your hair FWIW I noticed you traveled in March. How was the Spring Break crowd on the ship?

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

The Disney ships almost always go out full or close to full, so honestly, the time of year doesn't seem to matter really.

[@janaruf48]

I'm loving your trip! I must ask....WHERE did you get your gold Mickey earrings! I love them!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Thank you I love then too! They are from Club 33 - we aren't members but friends are and guests are allowed to purchase merch. I got these several years ago.

[@lindamiddleton6785]

Ah a full nights sleep….how I miss you! The joys of aging…I rarely sleep through the night anymore. I feel like taking a cruise just so I can be rocked to sleep! Lol.

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

It’s not a bad idea at all!

[@bonitak8483]

Me too. I rather eat the lunch on the ship than at the beach. My last trip in October 2023 I didn’t even get off at castaway. I enjoyed the empty ship.

[@mrshughes_est2020]

I don't know if yall heard what the waiter said, but he said "Do you see the steam? That's the calories." HAHAHA Love it!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

I did and I love him for it!!!! It’s the gospel truth!😂😂😂

[@bronniepaterson4694]

Another great video…. $150 for a wash n blow dry…Crikey O’Riley !! My perm is only £80….. Love it when your doing Disney things,especially with Adam…👍🇬🇧

[@mnop1774]

Question for you Jen: In 2014 and 2015 my kids and I did two Adventures by Disney trips and loved them. We did Italy Amalfi Coast and Switzerland and Italy Lake District. I knew nothing about them but I tragically lost my husband in 2009 when our kids were still very young and I knew I needed to create new memories with them. I was very uncertain and nervous about all of it and we'd never traveled without him. It was such a great experience and I'm wondering if ABD is part of DVC? We did not feel awkward and ABD took care of every detail. Now that my kids are grown, I've even considered doing an ABD trip solo. I've yet to solo travel ever but do you recommend going this route? Thanks Jen! Sorry so long but I have loads to ask you!!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

First off I'm so sorry for your loss. That had to have been and i'm sure continues to be challenging and I love that you are moving forward with so much resilience and adventure!! I have yet to do ABD but want to so badly - I think a solo trip with them would be incredible although pricey. And YES you can absolutely use DVC points for it but it's, again, a lot of points. I hear nothing but great things!

[@mnop1774]

Aww thank you for the kind reply and info. I have been completely binging on your videos the last few days and I've learned so much while feeling like you could be my new best friend;). The trips my kids and I have been able to take have been worth every penny and my son is currently on a Fulbright in northern Europe. What a fantastic time my daughter and I've had visiting him! I completely agree that if it's possible, travel is such an education. I feel enormously grateful to be able to experience these places with them and I know you share in this. Love, love, love your personality and outlook Jen! @@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge

[@codekat6515]

I really enjoy your vlog and learn so much about traveling and packing! I had noticed when you were talking about getting a facial that you have a similar small red spot on your forehead that I had on my face. I didn't have it looked at for almost a year until my primary doctor referred me to a dermatologist. (It was a small heart shape). It turned out to be basal cell carcinoma and luckily they caught it in time with minimum surgery. I apologize if I'm being to personal! Can't wait to watch the next few vlogs!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

You're not at all! I see my derm every 6 months and it's a harmless thing (it has a name but I don't remember what it's called) but I appreciate it and I'm so sorry you went through that. I've had several pre-cancerous things removed so it's why I have to go so often and am so grateful for an excellent physician!

[@codekat6515]

@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge I'm so glad to hear it is harmless! I am looking for a new dermatologist who can be more proactive. Love love love your vlogs 🥰

[@liesbeth1012]

Great to see that Carley was your cruise director. We met her several times on the Magic on the WBTA cruises we did. She was hilarious with Nathalie who was the cruise director and Carley the assistant. We loved their morning shows. You could go there live, or watch it on tv. But the D-Lounge was always packed. And I get you with the bbq at castaway cay. It’s oké, there are some things that I like, but you’re right to go back to the ship. And I still remember our first cruise and first castaway cay, we had such a big rain fall, but didn’t mind. We had so much fun with a group of friends and got so wet and stamped and played in the water that flooding across the paths like we were kids again. And Palo, wish I got to go there now.

[@mnop1774]

I'm a new subscriber and I'm enjoying your videos so much. I love to travel but I've never done any kind of cruise trip. It looks like a great time and what a fun travel buddy to have too!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

He truly is the best! And welcome - so glad you're here!

[@emiliec24]

I've booked to go on the Disney fantasy in September 2025! So excited! First 7 night cruise! Won't be my last!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

I hope you have a wonderful trip!!!

[@saraspalding5572]

Love it all…

[@thebeautelife3471]

Love your sunglasses! Can you let us know what kind they are please? ❤🕶

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

They're a brand called Quay and they sell them at Nordstrom! Here you go! bit.ly/4csQ3o3

[@thebeautelife3471]

@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge thank you!!

[@terribrandt8117]

I’m wondering how to tip on the ship?

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

For your stateroom host and servers, you can either pre-pay your gratuities or Disney will automatically charge a set amount at the end of your cruise. For room service, I typically tip in cash. It's also welcome to add an additional tip at the end of your cruise at your discretion if you felt service went above and beyond. So far I haven't had a cruise that didn't meet that criteria, so I typically add extra cash in the envelopes provided in our stateroom at the end of the cruise. hope that helps!

[@reneehughes]

do you mind telling me your cabin number or location? I am curious of ours will have a fireworks - view we will be mid ship starboard side near aft elevators on the bump out.

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Of course! I was in 9660 on the Disney Wish.

[@majorhollingshead5906]

Another great video. ❤️😘

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

thanks, Major!

[@samandkellealbrecht9034]

I need to know did Adam get his special dish he wanted at Palo! Such a fun vlog as always ❤

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Sort of? He covers it more in his video (or at least I hope he will!).

[@ThisIsStacy2791]

Aw Jen, I was so excited purse got to go with you on the cruise! I loved your dress for Palo’s, every though it’s high maintenance lol! I absolutely loved Adam’s cheers. I never heard that saying and just loved it! Palo’s food always makes my mouth water when you show it! Yummmmm

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Seriously the dress is A DIVA but I still adore her - no regrets but felt fair warning needed 🤣

[@jeanbonus902]

I love adam polo shirt❤

[@Chelle99]

Whenever I’m on castaway cay all the things are cancelled too Adam, it’s always high winds.😩🥴

[@donnapenfold482]

Hi Jen love your channel , just goy back from my second cruise ever I love it, glad to see you brought your handbag (purse) with you! Higs from Australia 🤩

[@denM-ey3vb]

I don’t see the Amazon dress link of the video info or transcript? Can you please provide it?

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

It’s there! Blue maxi dress about three quarters of the way down

[@LisaEicholtz]

I just love travel videos ... I know you mentioned in one video you are changing how you film travel videos hope you don't change this type of format because I really like it! How are you changing your format? Thanks Lisa

[@andrearuizdebustamante6550]

Wow, you, that dress, beautiful! Thank you for sharing with us. ❤ You and Adam always make smile and laugh☺️

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

Love to hear that! Thank you so much for watching!

[@reneehughes]

ok please explain B 11 at Bingo!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

It's so obscure - so in Spanish B11 is . . . Beyoncé so when they call out B11 WE DANCE! It's silly and amazing.

[@DeirdreF]

B11 in Spanish is B once (Beyonce) ! So they dance! I miss the B11 dance! Love bingo on the Disney ships.

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

It's so fun!

[@MoniqueARuiz]

This is the answer? How cute!

[@jess-yf7sd]

How did you and Adam meet, if you don’t mind me asking?

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

He had watched some of my DVC videos and we started chatting over DM and did our first official face to face meeting at WDW a few years ago! We had both been fans of each other's work:). So I guess you could say . . through work?

[@jess-yf7sd]

That’s awesome! Thanks

[@nancygonzalez6354]

Jen are you filming on a 15 Pro Max? Always surprised at the quality!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

No even the pro max just the pro. I film 4k at 60fps and thank you!

[@JakeSpears83]

B11!!!! B-oncé!!!! 😂😅

[@maryfrancesfallaw5960]

Saw the first clip where you said, “what happens on Castaway Cay, stays on Castaway Cay” and it immediately jumps to Nassau footage, so I thought you seriously left out all the Castaway Cay part. 😂😂😂. Missed the “coming up” intro part 🤦🏼‍♀️.

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

LOL glad you figured it out! By the way that's something I would do for sure.

[@lindsaybreslin7106]

Ok, I definitely don’t understand the B11 dance-fill me in!

[@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge]

B11 is Beyoncé in Spanish (B once)

[@LorettaCorona]

hi jen i laugh a lot I love your hair 🦛