Unofficial Guide to the Disney Cruise Line 2020
Published on 26. December 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
456 pages
978-1-62809-108-3 (ISBN)
Description
Your no-nonsense, consumer-oriented guide to Disney's Cruise Line The Unofficial Guide to the Disney Cruise Line by Erin Foster with Len Testa and Ritchey Halphen describes the best of Disney's ships and itineraries, including a couple of stellar restaurants, top-notch children's activities, and Castaway Cay, one of the best vacation islands in the Caribbean.
The book also lists which on-board entertainment and restaurants should be skipped, including recommendations on what to do instead. Along the way, this indispensable travel companion shows how to save money; choose the right stateroom, ship, and itinerary; and get to and from the cruise with ease.
The guide also provides full coverage of the Disney-run European river cruises and includes itinerary and port guides.
Honest and Outspoken Advice from the Unofficial Experts
Advice for first-time cruisers: money-saving strategies, packing tips and other pre-trip preparation, preferred ships and itineraries, and how to hit the deck running your first day on board
Suggestions for deciding whether a Disney cruise or a Disney World vacation is the better choice for your family
The scoop on different stateroom types and how to choose the best room for your needs
Detailed descriptions of DCL's ports of call around the world, including Hawaii in 2020
In-depth coverage of Castaway Cay, DCL's private Bahamian island: what to take along, where to eat, and the best activities for families
What to do on a day at sea
A discussion of Adventures by Disney river cruises and how they compare with DCL cruises
OVER 6 MILLION UNOFFICIAL GUIDES SOLD!
"A Tourist's Best Friend!"
-Chicago Sun-Times
"Indispensable"
-The New York Times
The book also lists which on-board entertainment and restaurants should be skipped, including recommendations on what to do instead. Along the way, this indispensable travel companion shows how to save money; choose the right stateroom, ship, and itinerary; and get to and from the cruise with ease.
The guide also provides full coverage of the Disney-run European river cruises and includes itinerary and port guides.
Honest and Outspoken Advice from the Unofficial Experts
Advice for first-time cruisers: money-saving strategies, packing tips and other pre-trip preparation, preferred ships and itineraries, and how to hit the deck running your first day on board
Suggestions for deciding whether a Disney cruise or a Disney World vacation is the better choice for your family
The scoop on different stateroom types and how to choose the best room for your needs
Detailed descriptions of DCL's ports of call around the world, including Hawaii in 2020
In-depth coverage of Castaway Cay, DCL's private Bahamian island: what to take along, where to eat, and the best activities for families
What to do on a day at sea
A discussion of Adventures by Disney river cruises and how they compare with DCL cruises
OVER 6 MILLION UNOFFICIAL GUIDES SOLD!
"A Tourist's Best Friend!"
-Chicago Sun-Times
"Indispensable"
-The New York Times
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Language
English
Place of publication
Birmingham, AL
United States
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
Two-color art, illustrations, maps, tables throughout; color photo section
Dimensions
Height: 203 mm
Width: 130 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-62809-108-3 (9781628091083)
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As a charter member of the official Walt Disney Parks Moms Panel, Erin Foster has researched and written answers to more than 10,000 guest questions about Disney travel. She lives in New York City. Len Testa is the coauthor of "The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World" and "The Unofficial Guide to Disneyland." He lives in Orlando, Florida. Ritchey Halphen is a project editor at AdventureKEEN. His two decades of publishing experience include editing stints at "Cooking Light," Southern Living," and "Health" magazines. He lives in Birmingham, Alabama.
Content
Color Photo SectionList of Maps and Diagrams
About the Authors
Acknowledgments
Introduction
About This Guide
Disney Cruise Line: An Overview
How to Contact the Authors
PART ONE Dollars and Sense
What's Included in Your Disney Cruise Fare
Cruising with Kids
Cruising Without Kids
Where to Find More Information
Is It Worth It?
PART TWO Planning Your Cruise
Choosing an Itinerary
Saving Money
Surf and Turf, Disney-Style
Back-to-Back Cruising
The Booking Process
Other Prep Work
Disney World vs. Disney Cruise Line: How to Decide
Castaway Club
PART THREE Staterooms
How Stateroom Category Affects Your Cruise Price
Our Stateroom Recommendations
Booking a Cruise Without Selecting a Stateroom
Concierge Level: What You Need to Know, and If It's Worth It
Stateroom Selection for Larger Parties
Get to Know Your Verandah
Making Changes to Your Stateroom Reservation
Stuff to Think About When Choosing a Stateroom
PART FOUR Arriving, Getting Your Sea Legs, and Departing
Transportation to Your Cruise
The Day Before Your Cruise
Get in the Boat, Folks!
Bare Necessities
Checkout and Departure
PART FIVE Tips for Varied Circumstances
DCL for Singles
DCL "At Large"
DCL for Expectant Moms
DCL for Younger Children
DCL for Older Children
DCL for Seniors
DCL for Large Groups
Guests with Disabilities
Dietary Restrictions
Smoking on Board
Traveling with Medication
Friends of Bill W.
LGBT+ Travelers
Reluctant Cruisers
PART SIX The Ships at a Glance
Overview and Our Recommendations
The Disney Magic
The Disney Wonder
The Disney Dream
The Disney Fantasy
PART SEVEN Dining
Noshes, Noshes Everywhere
Disney Magic Dining
Disney Wonder Dining
Disney Dream Dining
Disney Fantasy Dining
PART EIGHT Entertainment and Nightlife
Live Theater on the Ships
Movies
Television and News
Live Sports
Themed Events and Holiday Entertainment
Nightclubs, Bars, Cafes, and Lounges
PART NINE Activities, Recreation, and Shopping
Family Activities
Children's Programs and Activities
Pools and Water-Play Areas
Onboard Seminars
Sports and Fitness
Spas
Shopping
Onboard Photography
Religious Services
What to Do During a Day at Sea
PART TEN Castaway Cay
What to Bring
What to Do
Where to Relax
PART ELEVEN Ports
Alaska
Atlantic Canada
Caribbean, Bahamas, and Bermuda
Hawaii
Mediterranean
Mexico
Northern Europe, British Isles, and Norway
Pacific Coast
Panama Canal
Transatlantic
PART TWELVE Port Adventures
Finding Port Adventures
Port Adventures on Castaway Cay
Nassau
Our Suggestions Beyond Castaway Cay and Nassau
PART THIRTEEN River Cruising
River Cruising for Families
Excursions on an AbD River Cruise
More Differences Between AbD River Cruising and DCL Ocean Cruising
Traveling with Adventures by Disney
Cost Considerations
What's Next for Disney and River Cruising?
Glossary
Index
About the Authors
Acknowledgments
Introduction
About This Guide
Disney Cruise Line: An Overview
How to Contact the Authors
PART ONE Dollars and Sense
What's Included in Your Disney Cruise Fare
Cruising with Kids
Cruising Without Kids
Where to Find More Information
Is It Worth It?
PART TWO Planning Your Cruise
Choosing an Itinerary
Saving Money
Surf and Turf, Disney-Style
Back-to-Back Cruising
The Booking Process
Other Prep Work
Disney World vs. Disney Cruise Line: How to Decide
Castaway Club
PART THREE Staterooms
How Stateroom Category Affects Your Cruise Price
Our Stateroom Recommendations
Booking a Cruise Without Selecting a Stateroom
Concierge Level: What You Need to Know, and If It's Worth It
Stateroom Selection for Larger Parties
Get to Know Your Verandah
Making Changes to Your Stateroom Reservation
Stuff to Think About When Choosing a Stateroom
PART FOUR Arriving, Getting Your Sea Legs, and Departing
Transportation to Your Cruise
The Day Before Your Cruise
Get in the Boat, Folks!
Bare Necessities
Checkout and Departure
PART FIVE Tips for Varied Circumstances
DCL for Singles
DCL "At Large"
DCL for Expectant Moms
DCL for Younger Children
DCL for Older Children
DCL for Seniors
DCL for Large Groups
Guests with Disabilities
Dietary Restrictions
Smoking on Board
Traveling with Medication
Friends of Bill W.
LGBT+ Travelers
Reluctant Cruisers
PART SIX The Ships at a Glance
Overview and Our Recommendations
The Disney Magic
The Disney Wonder
The Disney Dream
The Disney Fantasy
PART SEVEN Dining
Noshes, Noshes Everywhere
Disney Magic Dining
Disney Wonder Dining
Disney Dream Dining
Disney Fantasy Dining
PART EIGHT Entertainment and Nightlife
Live Theater on the Ships
Movies
Television and News
Live Sports
Themed Events and Holiday Entertainment
Nightclubs, Bars, Cafes, and Lounges
PART NINE Activities, Recreation, and Shopping
Family Activities
Children's Programs and Activities
Pools and Water-Play Areas
Onboard Seminars
Sports and Fitness
Spas
Shopping
Onboard Photography
Religious Services
What to Do During a Day at Sea
PART TEN Castaway Cay
What to Bring
What to Do
Where to Relax
PART ELEVEN Ports
Alaska
Atlantic Canada
Caribbean, Bahamas, and Bermuda
Hawaii
Mediterranean
Mexico
Northern Europe, British Isles, and Norway
Pacific Coast
Panama Canal
Transatlantic
PART TWELVE Port Adventures
Finding Port Adventures
Port Adventures on Castaway Cay
Nassau
Our Suggestions Beyond Castaway Cay and Nassau
PART THIRTEEN River Cruising
River Cruising for Families
Excursions on an AbD River Cruise
More Differences Between AbD River Cruising and DCL Ocean Cruising
Traveling with Adventures by Disney
Cost Considerations
What's Next for Disney and River Cruising?
Glossary
Index