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Cruising Disney Cruise Line from San Diego: Trip Report, Ports & Planning Tips

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Other · Spring · 4 nightsFrom San DiegoVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

San Diego, it is an absolutely lovely departure port and it can also be easy to navigate.

It was a four night Baja sailing. So, it's not a island.

The upkeep on these ships is phenomenal. Phenomenal. I mean you would never guess that they are as old as they are.

I love the smaller ships. They have so much of their own charm.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Pay attention to your port arrival time in San Diego; don't show up early.
Book port adventures through Disney Cruise Line for protection if delayed.
Consider a shorter cruise first if worried about being bored on sea days.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Being bored on sea daysThere are many activities like bingo, trivia, character meet and greets, and cooking classes; shorter cruises can help ease into it.
Ship size and ageThe Magic and Wonder are smaller and older but have charm, intuitive design, and well-maintained facilities.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to cruise out of San Diego?
QHow does San Diego compare to other Disney Cruise Line departure cities?
QWhat are the advantages of cruising from San Diego for West Coast residents?

Topics Covered

Excursions3 Happy BaconEmbarkation2½ Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconShip Condition4½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony3½ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows3 Happy BaconPort Destination4½ Happy BaconItinerary Route3½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Catalina Island4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Island Tour by Bus
Ensenada3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Taste of Mexico and Margarita Madness
San Diego4 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

In this episode of The DIS Unlimited DCL Show we’re sharing Disney Cruise Line trip report trip reports about what it is like to cruise from San Diego. We’ll talk about the embarkation experience at the B Street Cruise Terminal, what it’s like sailing from one of the most convenient cruise ports in the country, and how San Diego compares to other Disney Cruise Line departure cities. Get a FREE No-Obligation Quote on a Disney Vacation from Dreams Unlimited Travel today! https://www.DreamsUnlimitedTravel.com When you book your Disney Cruise Line vacation with Dreams Unlimited Travel you'll receive a shipboard credit of up to $1,000, as well as expert planning help from the agents at no extra cost. Become a Patron of the DIS Unlimited and receive exclusive content and much more! https://www.patreon.com/disunlimited Walt Disney World and Disneyland Information: https://www.disneyinfo.com Disney Cruise Line Information: https://dclfan.com Universal Information: https://uofan.com Discussion Forums: https://www.disboards.com Subscribe to the DIS Unlimited YouTube Channel! http://www.youtube.com/disunlimited Like us on FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/disunlimited Follow us on TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/thedis Follow us on INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/the.dis