5 Misconceptions about Disney Cruise Line

There are a lot of reasons people THINK they wouldn't like a Disney Cruise. Cruising brings up a lot of questions, and there are a lot of misconceptions out there, too. Even for seasoned Disney Parks vets, a Disney Cruise can be intimidating for a first timer, and we want to assure you, we have your back!

So let’s debunk some cruising myths. Here are 5 of them:

Myth #1. I’ll Get Bored 

Fear of boredom seems to be a big one for people who have never cruised before. Some people seem to think that all there is to do is swim and eat. While I have done a lot of both of those on cruises, there are so many other things to do, too! It’s far more likely that you’ll get off the ship thinking of all the things you didn’t have time to do then get off thinking you were bored. The onboard Disney Cruise Line app will show you a detailed schedule of events for the day. Aside from the obvious sunning and pool activities, you’ll find animation classes, miniature golf, first run movies, cooking classes, live bands, variety shows, dancing lessons, karaoke, trivia contests, dance parties, piano bars, a spa, a gym, character meets, ship tours, themed dining, and more! 

Meeting the Captain

That doesn’t even include the countless activities there are in each gorgeous port. I have snorkeled a sunken plane in Aruba, swam with dolphins and sharks in Nassau, and visited a sea turtle sanctuary in Grand Cayman. (Don't get me started on what you can do on European or Alaskan sailings!)

Agent Adela and I in front of the Disney Magic

Myth #2. It’s Too Expensive

Now don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying that a Disney Cruise is cheap. I am, however, saying it may not be as much as you expect it to be, especially if you cruise during a less expensive time of year. Like any Disney vacation, the less expensive times are usually when school is in session. September and January are typically inexpensive months to cruise. Ask us for a price quote for a "guaranteed stateroom" which are rooms that are less expensive. The reason they are less is because Disney will assign your room number for you. You'll still get to choose the room type but not location.

Myth #3. A Disney Ship Will be Overrun with Kids

Disney knows how to make both kids and adults happy. They have created a standard for children’s entertainment on cruises. The Oceaneer Club will keep most children happy for hours, if not days! On occasion, I’ve had to drag my children out of them to force them to spend time with me! 

The ships all have designated adult-only pools and sun decks for a peaceful escape from children, if you should so desire. On Disney’s amazing private islands, Castaway Cay and Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, there are excellent adult-only areas called Serenity Bay. 

You can eat at the later 8:15 p.m. dining time, and take in the first Broadway style show which will have less children. You can attend the adult trivia, night clubs, piano bars, and movies. In short, on a Disney Cruise you really can spend as much, or as little, time around kids as you would like.

Adults Only Cove Pool

Myth #4. I Have to Get Dressed Up

You can... but you don’t have to. On shorter cruises, there are optional dress up nights, and on cruises of 7 nights or longer, there are both formal and semi formal nights. How many times do you get to pose for a picture with Mickey in a suit? Formal nights make for beautiful family photos too! If you don't want to dress up at all you can eat in the buffet, and enjoy the same food as in the dining rooms.

Rapunzel's Royal Table on the Magic 

Arendelle on the Wish

Myth #5. I’ll Definitely Get Seasick

If you’re prepared, only the worst of seas will make you woozy. There are so many awesome seasickness remedies out there like Dramamine, The Patch, and SeaBands. I can’t ride Star Tours at Walt Disney World, and I have never been sick on a Disney Cruise. I barely feel the motion. The captain does their best to avoid rough seas. Booking a midship room with a balcony really seems to help those who struggle with motion sickness on ships.

Verandah rooms are great for motion sickness 

More than 90% of cruisers say they want to take another cruise. There’s a reason for such a high percentage of repeat guests, once people have tried a cruise, they are addicted! If you haven’t tried one - do it! Now is the time to book on one of the new ships: Disney Treasure, Adventure or Destiny! You can make payments as needed for your cruise, and work one-on-one with a Kingdom Konsultant travel professional. Contact us today!

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Summer Squires loves to help families plan stress-free and memorable cruises! You can email Summer at summer@kingdomkonsultant.com.