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What This Creator Said
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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)South_pacific · Winter · 5 nightsFrom AucklandVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

We were able to stop in Wellington, and there we did an excursion um to do Seal Coast Safari is what it's called.

The Wonder was absolutely decked out and the I think the Wonder is gorgeous at Christmas.

It was very much primarily Kiwis. Um, and I'd say 80 plus percent Kiwi and then maybe 10% Aussie.

We got a lot of relaxation. [laughter]

Creator's Tips & Advice

If booking an excursion outside Disney, ensure there's ample time between the return and ship's departure to minimize risk.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cost of extras and merchandiseFirst-time cruisers should avoid booking paid extras and focus on included experiences to maximize value.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is a Very Merrytime Cruise like on a longer, international itinerary to New Zealand?
QWhat are the highlights and challenges of sailing to New Zealand with Disney Cruise Line?
QHow does the onboard experience and holiday theming compare to other Disney cruises?

Topics Covered

Excursions2½ Happy BaconEmbarkation4 Happy BaconService Crew3 Happy BaconValue Pricing1½ Sad BaconItinerary Route2 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows3½ Happy BaconShip Condition4 Happy BaconPool Deck1½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Auckland4 Happy Bacon
Christ Church2½ Sad Bacon
Top: Crater Rim Walk
Wellington3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Seal Coast Safari
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YouTube Video Description

We’re going LIVE tonight with June to talk all about her 5-night Very Merrytime sailing to New Zealand aboard Disney Cruise Line — a rare itinerary paired with festive holiday magic 🎄🇳🇿 This live episode dives into: • What a Very Merrytime Cruise feels like on a longer, international itinerary • Holiday theming, entertainment, and onboard atmosphere • What makes cruising to New Zealand so unique • Surprises, highlights, and lessons learned from this sailing • How this itinerary compares to more traditional Caribbean Merrytime cruises 🕔 LIVE Tonight Friday, January 9 5:00pm PST / 8:00pm EST 👉 https://YouTube.com/DCLDuo 🎧 Prefer audio? Listen on Apple Podcasts: 👉 https://bit.ly/4i8bxrZ Listen now and join the conversation! ✨ Help Support the Show 🚢 Book Your Next Disney Cruise Line Vacation Head over to our show sponsor My Path Unwinding Travel: https://mypathunwinding.com/dclduo 📘 DCL Magazine – Your Ultimate Guide to Disney Cruise Line Tips & Tricks! Join the waitlist for DCL Magazine and use promo code DCLDUO for 10% off at the WDW Magazine store! https://dcl-magazine.com 🔗 Stay Connected with the DCL Duo 📲 Website | https://dclduo.com Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dcl_duo/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/DCLDuo Facebook Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/dclduo 🏆 Ranked by Feedspot: Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts (#1) • Top 20 Cruise Podcasts (#2) • Top Disney Podcasts (#4) • Top 20 Disney Cruise Line Influencers (#12) Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are our own and do not reflect the views of the Walt Disney Company, Disney Cruise Line or any other travel provider discussed or mentioned. #DisneyCruiseLine #DCLDuo #VeryMerrytimeCruise #DisneyWonder #NewZealandCruise #HolidayCruising #DisneyCruising #CruisePodcast #CruiseLive #DisneyCruiseTips #DisneyCruiseExperience #CruiseCommunity #FestiveCruising