@crazered wrote:
Has anyone been on a Disney cruise? Looking at rates expensive.
Thinking about one next year but looking at cost may do a regulR cruise lne. Any suggestions.
Yes. Went on the Fantasy in 2016. There are 3 Disney ships: Wonder, Magic, Dream and Fantasy. With three more coming out from 2021-2023, not named at this time. The did vary in size and number of passengers. Some ships are older than others. A Disney cruise is not just for kids, there are adult only areas. But it is Disney after all, so there are a lot of kids on the ship. Disney is known for their service, and the service is very, very good. The ships themselves are so clean. They have rotational dining where you go to a different restaurant every night but your waiter follows you. You get the schedule when you board. They also have all the soda, water, tea, coffee (does not include alcholoh) you want whereas on other cruise lines you usually pay out of pocket as you go or buy a beverage plan prior. There are also the quick serve area for food which is included, usually Disney themed. I think on the Fantasy it was Flo's Diner. Burgers, pizza, salads, chicken nuggets, fruit, fries....the list goes on and on. Also a place to get soft serve ice cream as much as you want as many times as you want. That differs from another ship that has a Venelopes Ice Cream parlor, which you pay. Depending on itenary, you can go to Disney's Private Island, Castaway Cay. There are two sections: adults only and families. There are cabanas available but unless you're conceirge, it's very unlikely you'll snag one. There is also a place to eat which is included in the price. I would definitely go on another Disney cruise. My daughter was 10 when we went and has been asking to go back. She isn't into the characters, meet and greets and such, and she had the best time. Disney cruises are known for their kids clubs and activites. Two other dining options are Remy and Palo (adults only). We did Palo brunch and it was some of the best food we ever had. Of course it's Disney and all things Disney come with a higher price tag. But, they sell out all the time. I met people who are on their 20 plus cruise. Many sign up for another cruise while on their cruise due to the incentives. I know many people watch and wait for the new intenaries to be made public because, it's my understanding, that's when the price is the lowest. We are DVC Members and used our points for the cruise (won't do that again...not a good use of points) but I would consider using a travel agent. I hear many good very good deals and then get perks on top of that. Like $200 on board credit or something like that. There are some very good places to look online and do research. Disboards.com has several forums (mostly Disney, some Royal Carribean and Universal), but if you scroll down you'll see the Disney Cruise LIne Forum. Another good one: Cruise Critic. There are also tons of videos on line on youtube.
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