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15+ Disney Cruise Tips We Wish we Knew Before | Tips for Newbies | Disney Dream

The Journey Duo, AKA Disney Nuts
The Journey Duo, AKA Disney Nuts
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👁️ 475 views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 33:25
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🍸 Best for Adults OnlyCaribbeanFrom MiamiFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Wi-Fi on the boat doesn't exist no no it doesn't

bring a fan with you there is no building that has AC

the second seating is 8 15 which was perfect yeah we loved it we loved the second seating

park at the Port yes it's more expensive make the budget that was by far the most dangerous ride I have ever had in my life

Creator's Tips & Advice

Get your passport early and ensure names match exactly on the reservation
Bring a fan as there is no AC in buildings
Choose second seating for dinner if traveling with adults
Make a budget before boarding to track charges
Bring your own cup to fill with water on the 14th floor
Park at the port instead of using off-site parking

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Passport and name matching issuesGet passports early and ensure names match exactly on the reservation and app
Wi-Fi availability and costAssume Wi-Fi is unreliable; plan to use it only when necessary and budget for paid options
Budgeting for onboard expensesTrack daily charges via the TV or app and make a budget before boarding

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are common mistakes to avoid on a Disney Cruise?
QHow can newbies prepare for their first Disney Cruise?
QWhat tips can help maximize the Disney Cruise experience?

Topics Covered

Wifi Connectivity4 Sad BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconValue Pricing2 Happy BaconEmbarkation3½ Sad BaconDisembarkation4½ Sad BaconKids Family3 Happy BaconExcursions2½ Happy BaconCabin Interior2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Miami4½ Sad Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Description below chapters In todays video we candidly talk about 17 things we wish we knew before boarding the Disney Dream, and we also add some tips for your Disney Cruise so you can make the most of it and not run into a few surprises like we did. Below are each topics as chapters so feel free to hop around and skip to the parts you are interested. As usual any question please feel free to ask. 00:00 Intro 00:34 Passport and name matching on reservation. 02:11 Wi-Fi on the boat? Myth? 05:08 Castaway Cay is hot. 05:55 Reserve ahead special events and do the research / Island Tours 07:38 Get familiar with the Disney Cruise App before (floors etc) 08:21 First or Second Seating, our opinions. 09:46 Medication 10:43 Budget and tracking your bill online. 12:35 Should I take out cash? 12:58 Tipping on the ship 13:46 Not everything is free and how they are charged. 14:07 Water / Soft drinks 15:19 Operating the shower controls. 16:51 Room Key, powering your room upon arrival. 17:50 Tipping your host/hostess, stateroom servers, assistance server etc. 20:29 Dealing with Buffet Lines 21:49 Photopass Options is it worth it? 25:09 Tipping Bag Porter and arriving back to land. 26:14 Third Party Parking Services worth it? Our Experience 28:33 Using the app for the best character experiences. 29:26 Make sure you reserve the Princesses experience ahead of time. It's free. 31:11 Laundry If you enjoyed this video, please give it a thumbs up, leave a comments down below, and subscribe to our channel to keep this content flowing. Comments are closely monitored in an effort to maintain a positive environment. While constructive criticism and suggestions are welcome, negative comments with no purpose other than to spread malice will be deleted. Click here to Subscribe : https://youtube.com/@thejourneyduo?sub_confirmation=1 Our email lgarcia4617@gmail.com Like what you see? (Other Social Media accounts) TikTok: TheJourneyDuo Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/disney_nuts Twitter:https://www.twitter.com/disney_nuts Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/disneynuts Flickr:https://www.flickr.com/photos/luisrgarcia Tumblr:https://disneynuts.tumblr.com/ Pinterest:https://www.pinterest.com/disney_nuts/ *******************************************************