What I Loved and Hated About Cruising With Disney

Editorial Summary

The creator evaluates a three night cruise on the Disney Magic to determine if the premium price tag is justified by the Disney brand. Having previously cruised with other lines, the creator notes a significant culture shock upon embarkation, where families are personally welcomed by characters. The experience highlights several unique Disney features, such as rotational dining where waiters move between restaurants, and themed dining experiences like Animator's Palette. While the creator praises the high quality of service, the included soft drinks, and the Broadway quality theater productions, they also note drawbacks. These include limited buffet hours, a lack of live music, and a theater environment that felt overwhelming due to the high volume of young children. The ship itself is described as older and smaller compared to modern mega ships, though well maintained. Ultimately, the creator concludes that while the Disney magic provides immense value to families and the dedicated cruising community, the high cost does not align with their personal cruising preferences and desire for value.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.