You can then change the booking for a different cruise, ship. Graycliff wine and cheese tasting there is a lot of fine print for disney shore excursions. At the time of this writing, we found inside staterooms on a 3night, april 2019 cruise to. If you are interested in sending your princess to the bibbidi bobbidi boutique, getting a massage or facial, signing up for a port adventure, or getting tickets for an on board. To ensure you get to enjoy the port adventures excursions you want, we recommend you make reservations as soon as your cruise reservations are paid in full and you have entered into your advance booking window. Already have a disney cruise line reservation booked. Go on the disney cruise line website, search around through all the options until you come up with the cruise you want to book. To ensure you get to enjoy the port adventures excursions you want, we recommend you make reservations as soon as your cruise reservations are paid in full and you have entered into your advance booking window your advance booking window is determined by your castaway club membership level, as specified below. Disney cruise line shore excursions, palo dining reservations. Please subscribe to our videos to see daily family travel and. If youre not an adventurous traveler, you may want to book a disney port.
Disney cruise line onboard booking benefits dreamers do travels. Ill be sharing my very own castaway cay packing list very soon so you have an. So, weve talked about how to have a smooth embarkation day now, lets talk about the saddest part of your disney cruise. Karen at my path unwinding travel can book a car service and arrange a complimentary stop at a grocery store on the way to the ship or on the way back to a resort.
On a disney cruise, you can always pose for and pay for professional photos. Book too early and you risk paying through the nose. As usual, you can choose to just put down the deposit to lock in the lowest prices for now and work on the balance at a later date. How early or late should you book a cruise for the best. How early of a flight can you catch after a port canaveral. However, disney does a great job of taking care of its adult guests.
Read the advice below and you ll have a much better idea what to expect, even if you ve never been on a cruise before. Disney cruise line reservations must be made prior to the last four months of your use year for sailings during that use year. This secures you a place holder without you having to decide on a specific sailing or room at that time. As you explore whether your next family adventure will be with disney cruise line, or if youve already decided yes and arent sure what to expect, here are five things to know before your first disney cruise. Mistakes i made on our first disney cruise trips with tykes. Online booking is in the works and was supposed to be operational this summer but there have been unexpected glitches in the system so for now, you must wait until you get on the ship. While some things, like the quality of your individual tour guide, are left to chance, there are plenty of steps you can take to ensure you have the best experience possible. We think that a great family photo is always worth a splurge, especially. Disney cruise prices rarely go down, especially on peak sailing so the earlier you book the better the price.
Are you traveling with others in a different stateroom. Almost everything you can do aboard a disney cruise ship. These secrets will help you get the most out of your. People who have previously sailed on disney cruise line can book palo, shore excursions and spa treatments earlier than firsttime guests as long as they pay for their cruise early. I am trying to book my airfare and on one flight i know i would be pushing it to make it, however, if there are plenty of other cruisers that have made it back to the airport then i will take the chance. I was in sticker shock when i first checked out the disney cruise line, but with lots of research i found tips to help us save money on a disney cruise.
You can book activities for your sailing somewhere between 120 and 75 days before your cruise. Check out our advice on what to think about before you sign up for excursions for your next cruise, as well as what to do on the day of each tour. No other line has quite the depth and breadth of activities available on every sailing. If you are sailing concierge, or are a platinum castaway club member meaning you ve sailed with disney more than 10 times, you can book 120 days before you sail. Five things to know before your first disney cruise disney. Disney cruise line activities, disney cruise onboard. I am wondering in anyone who has taken this cruise, can tell me what is the earliest you arrived at the orlando airport. You see, discounts for an initial booking with disney cruise line are far and few between. Disney cruise line allows you to book your cruise up to 15 months in advance, and it uses a tiered pricing structure meaning the earlier you book, the better price you are going to get. You can view your reservation at disney cruise line where you can prebook. Finally, if you arent able to book the one excursion you had your heart set on during your online checkin, i suggest stopping by the port adventures desk, onboard, the day of embarkation. Theyll advise you to simply call back and change your roomonly reservation to a package reservation once the package information is released. Nov 27, 2017 which disney cruise ship should i book for my next disney cruise vacation.
If you can t find the answer to your question, please call our disney experts freephone on 0800 169 0742. You can view your reservation at disney cruise line where you can pre book your shore excursions, palo reservation and spa treatments. If payment is not received at the time of confirmation, disney vacation club reserves the right to cancel the reservation. Lest you think that i only made mistakes on our first disney cruise, there were plenty of things i researched heavily and ultimately did right. How to save money on a disney cruise everythingmouse. If you re not able to get an excursion you wanted before you embark, go to guest services or the excursion desk as soon as you get onboard and see if they can add you to a waiting list. Take it from me, someone who has cruised many, many times with disney there are a few things you should aim to get right. If it is too early to book activities you will see this error page. Should i book my shore excursions on my own or through the. Shore excursions for disney cruise line sailings higher.
Luckily, disney now lets you book meet and greet times online in advance of your cruise. So whenever you get back from a disney cruise, come share with us and help your fellow cruisers out. Disney cruise line onboard booking benefits disney. Cruisecompete links you to thirdparty shore excursion providers, giving you access to premium shore excursions from your disney cruise line cruise at substantially lower prices. No you can t, they cut it off 48 hours before the ship leaves because they have to give a list of the passengers to homeland security before the ship leaves. Kids of all ages will find entertainment in their own exclusive spots. Any good travel agent who books several disney cruises like mine has a list of companies to use if you choose to book privately. Platinum level can book 120 days prior to sailing, gold 105 days, and silver 90 days. Frequently asked questions about holidays onboard disney cruise line. The concierge benefits on disney cruise line disney. These excursions are vetted in advance and have been determined by disney cruise line to have acceptable levels of service and quality. We sailed on the disney wonder, but if you book a disney cruise. However, there are several advantages to booking your cruise as early as possible that will not only help you save money, but.
When can i book 2021 walt disney world vacation packages. If there are no cancelations, you can at least put your familys name on a waiting list. If you remember and would be willing to share your personal navigators, please send them via email in whatever format works best for you when you get home. Here are a few other decisions you may want to make in your own trip planning. World independently but one of the excursions we booked through the cruise line was a shuttle there. This trip report was written by gunes, who sailed the disney fantasy august 25, 2018, through september 1, 2018 trip report here. You will see step by step instructions on how to book your. All the disney cruise tips you need to know before. Yes, after you make the final payment on your cruise, you can pre book your shore excursions directly with the cruise line or online with. We have a cruise on the rc oasis of the sea booked for this sept. Sep 15, 2014 you are expected to give these out on your last day. Disney cruise port stops and shore excursions in europe. You can also save 10% on future cruises when you book your next cruise while you are on the boat. Get the most out of your experience at port by booking a shore excursion.
Now is the time to book your disney early 2021 cruise if you want the lowest price possible. Things to do before a disney cruise family travel magazine. As a mentioned above, when it comes to going on a disney cruise, being an early bird is a great thing, and will offer you the best savings. We invite you to start planning port adventures online as soon as your booking window opens.
Booking and reservation questions disney cruise line. It is such a sought after vacation, that disney doesnt really need to offer discounted rates because their ships are usually filled to capacity. Since we chose to drive instead of fly on this trip, we were going to. If youre wondering how busy a port will be, a great resource is. I tried to book a cruise for the same day it was leaving and that is how i found out about it. The best way to save money on a disney cruise is to rebook while onboard.
This is a great way to save money on a disney cruise. Princess offers a variety of excursions perfect for families, sightseeing, adventure, and exploring wildlife and nature. One of the biggest questions about shore excursions is whether you should book them independently or book them through the cruise line. What if i want to pair my 2019 disney cruise with a visit to disney world. Sometimes we do disney excursions, sometimes we book things outside of. But there are some other things youll want to make sure you do right so your family can have the ultimate disney vacation. If youve never sailed with disney before welcome, future cruise addict, you can. Why you should book your 2021 disney sailings now to get.
Mar 06, 2017 sadly, my response is not one most people want to hear. Just because you re on a cruise ship, doesnt mean you can t keep up with your workouts. The character photo op experiences on the ship are one. If you have questions or would like to book a cruise with disney cruise line contact me at jen. Essential tips for your disney cruise embarkation day. How early can i book shore excursions cruisemates cruise. But, there is still one detail to decide and it is often one of the last things for cruisers to book. To ensure you get to enjoy the port adventures excursions you want, we recommend you make reservations as soon as your cruise reservations are paid in full. Booking onboard activities and port adventures for a disney cruise. Some excursions are very popular and fill up early, so book them as early as you can. Getting the delicate balance right on booking a cruise can be tricky.
This page covers discounts, deals, and advice about port excursions at ports of call visited by disney cruise line. This can be somewhat confusing because if you call disney directly, they will recommend that you book a roomonly reservation as long as you know your dates and where you d like to stay. You can check in online at least four days prior to your sail date, which will save you time when you arrive on embarkation day. The magic for less travel shows you how to use the disney cruise line website to assist you in the planning of your disney cruise. Heres one more photo for you from another friend who was at jetty park to welcome her in. Firsttimers guide to shore excursions cruise critic.
When can excursions be booked through the disney website. If you know the itinerary you want and it is during a peak season like the summer or holiday, book the room as early as you can. It was a priceless vacationi take that back you can put a price on it, a very high price. If you book directly with disney, you can use discounted disney gift cards to pay off the balance. There are pools for every age group from the mickey pool for the littlest ones, to the quiet cove pool for adults only. It seemed like an excursion was a mustdo, so i prebooked a glass bottom. Apr 27, 2015 you can cancel any excursions you have booked up to 3 days before you set sail at no charge. Disneys castaway cay, the private island for disney cruise line, is a great place for family fun of all ages. From planning to embarkation to castaway cay to the sad ending of debarkation we have got the best disney cruise tips to make your sailing a breeze. Once your cruise is paid in full, you can make reservations online as soon as your cruise activities booking window opens for the following onboard activities. At the same time, you can register your kids for the youth clubs, reserve spa treatments, book shore excursions, and sign up for special activities, events, and dining experiences. Learn how to book a cruise and how to manage your reservation at the disney cruise line online. Lets be honest here, there is no bad time to book a cruise vacation. The good news is that you can book a cruise which you are not sure you will sail on.
When and how to book a disney cruise dads guide to wdw. What we can do is give you some advice about booking early vs. Booking activities on disney cruise line the mouse for less. To ensure you get to enjoy the port adventures excursions. For bahamian and caribbean cruises, checkin registration begins at 11. Yeah, if staying at disney resorts prior to sailing and boarding early is important you should figure out some private transfer or car rental. So, if you can sail during those seasons, do it, because you will save your self a ton of money. There are many things to consider when choosing how to make memories with your loved ones. There are a number of sites around akureyri that you dont want to miss during your disney cruise gullfoss waterfall, lake mytvan, hverir with its suphur pits, steaming fumaroles and mud pools, and the chasm where north america and europe literally collide. After 8 disney cruises, i have put together my top 100 tips you need to know for your disney cruise. But book too late and you re limited in your cabin selection or may miss.
Best castaway cay activities disney cruise line travelingmom. We encourage guests to make reservations early to avoid any disappointment. If you are a platinum castaway member or a concierge guest you can book 120 days prior to sailing, gold castaway members can book 105 before sail away, silver members. Dec 11, 2017 the magic for less travel shows you how to use the disney cruise line website to assist you in the planning of your disney cruise.
Unpacking doesnt sound like fun, but if you get it done and out of the way first thing, then you can enjoy your first evening onboard without worrying about having to get it done before bed that night. Your advance booking window is determined by your castaway club membership level, as specified below. How early can i book shore excursions as this is the carnival board i can answer for carnival. Bop over to dads destinations to travel page and fill out the simple form and before you know it you will be swimming in the beautiful water of nassau. Even if you explored the port on your own and not through disney, let us know how it was. Enjoy a more intimate cruise tour experience away from the crowds. Lucia, visit penguin colonies in the falkland islands, go wine. Now, this may seem like a bizarre statement about a cruise line that has built its appeal on being familyfriendly.
I have both taken my children on cruises and gone on cruises while leaving them at home. The good and the bad from disney cruise line travel on a dream. Online booking varies depending on how many cruises you have completed with disney cruise line with the exception of concierge guests. In particular, special itineraries such as our holiday cruises sell out quickly. This page will be continuously updated as we write more posts about disney cruise line. Disney cruise online checkin is open to first time guests 75 days prior to sail date your online checkin for a disney cruise is an important first step in making your cruise as magical as it possibly can be. If you want to go on a specific cruise and want to get the best stateroom in your price range, book a cruise as far in advance as you can. Cost for most of us, when considering whether we want to book an excursion, the first thing we ask is, how much. Book lastminute cruises when you can if you wait to book until 75 days or less before departure, your odds of finding serious disney cruise deals can go up. Get this right and you ll be off to a great start for your cruise ive also made an infographic checklist, located at the end of this article. I think the disney transfers schedule difference contributed to why dcl stopped the airport cruise checkin.
Disney cruise booking adventures and excursions youtube. Or you can check our tips below for booking the tour on your own. While the good far outweighs the bad the disney cruise, there are a few things that require some, ahem, management of expectations. Sometimes people cancel and there will be spots available. You can also save on flights if you leave on a wed. So, if i pay in full now, even though i dont sail, can i go ahead and book the excursions or do i have to wait until the paid in full deadline that disney gave me when i reserved. Booking window date calculator the disney cruise line blog. Book disney cruise line bahamas disney vacation club. If you booked your dcl reservation within the last 30 days, email us to see if we can save you money, apply a shipboard credit, or receive our exclusive gift.
The good and the bad from disney cruise line yesterday was a great day for disney cruise line when the disney dream made her arrival at port canaveral. Go back to the my disney cruise tab located on the top right of the screen. To get the best prices and greater choice of stateroom, we recommend you book your cruise a year in advance if possible. Disney port adventures are not cheap, and they can add a significant amount to the total cost of your disney cruise.
Book early for the best room choices photo by brett svenson. If you re vegan or vegetarian, read this guide to eating plantbased on a disney cruise. But for those interested in planning a land and sea getaway for 2019, you arent always able to book them both in at the same time as walt disney world. This is especially possible on disney cruise line, but for a good reason. How to book a disney cruise how do you book this beautiful ship. New disney cruise line cruisers are able to start booking port adventures and onboard activities for their disney cruise at. Since you boarded early, you ve already had time to tour the ship, eat lunch and go swimming. You ve had a wonderful vacation and are about to reenter the real world. The following was written by gunes, who has sailed concierge level on the disney magic, dream, and fantasy.
Bahamas cruise excursions offers a variety of options for you to choose from. As a further incentive, you even get a reduced deposit of 10% for sailings 7 nights and over. If you would like to avoid the awkwardness, you can prepay the tips when you book your trip. The disney cruise experience i always wanted to experience the disney cruise product i have done over 50 cruises. Once you have paid in full for your disney cruise and have completed the online checkin process, many booking options will open for you to select from as activities to participate in during the duration of your cruise. Our rates are direct rates from the operators which allow you to save money while providing you with a greater selection of shore excursions for the disney magic to choose from.
We always welcome feedback so definitely leave us a comment if you have a favorite itinerary or excursion that we havent included. You can book your shore excursion with cruise personalizer from approximately 180 days before travel, and up to 5 days before you depart. Aug 10, 2015 the recipe for a great disney cruise is pretty simple. First time cruisers, who are not yet castaway club members, may book 75 days. Theres a lot to choose from, and most of it you can select once you board. All the disney ships are equipped with top of the line recreational areas. From completing the exclusive castaway cay 5k to swimming to snorkeling or relaxing at the adultonly beach with beverages and an oceanview massage, castaway cay offers it all. In order to link reservations, you will need their confirmation number and the date of birth of one of the guests. Cruising aboard disney cruise line for the first time. Disney world presents special offer to guests whose trips were canceled due to covid19 eligible guests can take advantage of an exclusive vacation package offer that includes accommodations at a select disney resort hotel, park admission, and a disney dining plan valid for arrivals most nights june 1 through september 30, 2020 when they book through may 31, 2020.
Reasons you should book cruises as early as possible. How to book a disney cruise and save consumer queen. After you book your cruise and your window opens up, you can choose your port arrival time. If you have children under age 18 in your party, you can preregister them for the kids programs.