Resort vs. Cruise?? About This Page:

[MrsM]

Doing some preliminary planning for next year, and can't decide whether to stay at WDW, or try the Disney cruise. We love staying at the parks, but have never taken a cruise - MrM is afraid he will not like being on a cruise ship. Any opinions?

[LauraBelle V. Hime]

MrsM-
Welcome to the Passporter Board!
I would also like to try the cruise, but my oldest daughter has a problem with motion sickness. She's 30 and I could go without her, but we always try to do WDW together.
There are people here who can give you advice though, so stayed tuned.

Take care-
Laura
"When you wish.......

[Dave Marx]

There is a big difference between a WDW vacation and a cruise-only vacation. Of course, you can get motion sickness on some of WDW's rides, too, but on a boat it becomes a more serious matter. There are a number of effective motion sickness remedies, though. If you're concerned, see your doctor before you sail.

Cruise ships are floating resort hotels. You can partake of as many or few of the organized activities as you'd like, spend time using the recreational facilities, theaters and clubs, read a novel, and eat very well at no additional charge. But there's not a theme park in sight.

Your ship may visit several ports of call where you can enjoy a variety of shore excursions for beaches, tours, or shopping (most at extra charge). These ports of call also bear no resemblence to a theme park.

Disney's ships also spend a day at Castaway Cay, Disney's private island beach resort. This is sort of like going to one of Disney's water parks for the day - lots of fun, and quite enjoyable, but no water slides.

Most people who go to WDW spend very little time at their resort lounging around and using the recreational facilities, and they spend lots of time at the parks. In that sense, a cruise is almost directly opposite the experience you'll have at WDW.

This is why Disney offers the land/sea vacations--you get a bit of both worlds.



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[campta]

Mrs M, I have been on 3 cruises loved them all, my spouse included. Iam 37 and he is 41 and its a wonderful experience. We have been on small ships that hold 600-800 people to Mega ships that hold 3500. My favorite part about a cruise is siting on your private balcony and just watching the water go by!! ITs so peaceful. You can make a cruise like any vacation as busy or laid back as you want, except on a crusie ship there is no wondering where to park or how you are gonna get there. I cant compare a cruise to WDW because our first trip is this Nov. Whatever you decide you wont go wrong.There is alot of internet info about cruises,you can take a tour of the Magic and Wonder right from your screen.
Tammy

[maggiemay]

Having just returned in May, from the 7 day land/sea cruise package, I can tell you, without hesitation, it was worth EVERY penny!
This package allows you the fun, and excitement of WDW, with the rest and, relaxtion of a Bahamas cruise. We did 3 days at WDW, and then 4 days on the cruise. Of course, you can do vice versa. Having been to WDW many times before, we thought that we would like to experience the Better part of our trip doing something different.
As far as motion sickness, we took along some medicine to prevent it, but never used it. If you are concerned, request a cabin in the middle of the ship, as this part does not rock as much.
There are literally tons of things to do aboard the ship. You will never be looking for amusement. There are parties, comedy clubs, dance clubs, bingos, pools, restaurants, spas, you name it!
Our group consisted of me(33), my daughter(13), and two nieces(16 and 18). Nobody in our party was bored at any time on ship.
If you have any specific questions, I would be happy to answer them. Also, a fellow Passporter (Tenya)just left for her adventure on the cruise. I'm sure when she comes back, she would love to talk about it!

Margaret