Ahoy there, Karen!
Welcome back to planDisney! What a special milestone you have coming up. I love the idea of capturing some magical photos on
Disney Castaway Cay on your upcoming Disney Cruise Line vacation. Both my children had some Disney-themed grad photos taken, and I cherish those special pictures to this day!
Karen, the professional Castaway Cay photo sessions can be booked once your
booking window opens up. You'll be able to secure your spot by looking under "Onboard Fun" for the times available on either of your Castaway Cay days. These sessions last about 20-30 minutes, and you'll meet your Shutters' photographer near the gift shop, She Sells Sea Shells....and Everything Else. This is the shop just past Mount Rustmore.
I have a few tips to consider as you plan for this unique photo opportunity, Karen. If you want a better understanding of what to expect during your session, I suggest stopping by the
Shutters Photography Shop during operating hours to speak to a photographer. They can give you a good idea of where the photos will be taken and how to make the most of your session time. I would also have your daughter think about her vision for these pictures and come up with the poses she likes in advance. My daughter is a dancer, so she brought along some pointe shoes to wear and hold in some of her photos. It is also fun to have some Mickey-themed grad ears as a prop. I also love to get a picture in the sand of the grad year, so this might be a fun idea since y'all will be on the beach. No matter what you decide to do, having the beautiful turquoise water and
the
Disney Fantasy as a backdrop will really make these extra special for your family!
Thank you for reaching out to us, Karen. We hope you'll keep us posted if you have any other questions, as you look forward to your September sailaway.
Nancy