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Ep. 616 - Live Bonus Show - Holiday Cruising Down Under: The Disney Wonder in New Zealand

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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)South_pacific · Summer · 5 nightsFrom AucklandVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

The water bottles were Disney branded. They were they would had Disney characters on them.

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

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

We were able to stop in Wellington, and there we did an excursion um to do Seal Coast Safari.

Creator's Tips & Advice

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

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cost of Disney cruise in a country with weaker currencyBe aware that local prices for merchandise and extras may be shocking to locals, but the cruise portion can be less expensive.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat makes a Very Merrytime Cruise special on an international itinerary?
QWhat is the experience of cruising to New Zealand on Disney Wonder?
QHow does the holiday décor and entertainment compare on a summer sailing in New Zealand?

Topics Covered

Excursions3½ Happy BaconEmbarkation4½ Happy BaconService Crew3 Happy BaconValue Pricing2 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4 Happy BaconPool Deck2½ Happy BaconShip Condition4½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Auckland4½ Happy Bacon
Christchurch1½ Happy Bacon
Top: Crater Rim Walk
Wellington4 Happy Bacon
Top: Seal Coast Safari
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YouTube Video Description

We’re going LIVE with June to talk about her 5-night Very Merrytime sailing to New Zealand — one of the most unique holiday itineraries offered by Disney Cruise Line In this episode, we cover: • What makes a Very Merrytime Cruise special on an international itinerary • Holiday décor, entertainment, and seasonal surprises onboard • The experience of cruising to New Zealand on Disney Cruise Line • How this sailing compares to Caribbean Merrytime cruises • Who this kind of itinerary is really perfect for ️ This is a LIVE episode, so expect real-time reactions, audience questions, and lots of cruise chatter. Listen now and join the conversation! Help Support the Show • Book your next Disney Cruise Line vacation with My Path Unwinding Travel (https://mypathunwinding.com/dclduo) • Join the waitlist for DCL Magazine (https://dcl-magazine.com/) and use promo code DCLDUO for 10% off at the WDW Magazine store 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) We’re Ranked as a Top Podcast 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