|
Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning Cruise Questions and Tips. |
|
Thread Tools | Search this Thread | Display Modes |
30 Mar 19, 10:19 PM |
#11
|
|
Thread Starter
Imagineer
|
Thank you. I honestly thought theDCL would’ve around half what I’ve now seen so I think I must have been living in a dream world.
Will have to have a sit down and look at RCI dates for when we are out there. I have mainly done Oasis class but have also done voyager class years ago and would be interested in any of them for that price difference. Thank you
__________________
Orlando Villas/cruises 2001-2013, DLP Newport Bay Compass Club Feb 2017 October 2018 - 22 nts, Beach Club & Dibb villasTrip report *Completed* July 2020 and August 2021 - cancelled by Covid! August 2021 - Anthem of the seas UK mini cruise Trip report *completed* Vegas/LA Aug 22 - Trip Report In Progress |
|
|
30 Mar 19, 10:30 PM |
#12
|
Imagineer
|
No problem at all. We did 3 nights on the Disney Dream in 2015 but the 4 of us were in the same room. Think we paid €3000. It was fab but in my opinion it's not worth £4k.
__________________
|
30 Mar 19, 10:45 PM |
#13
|
|
VIP Dibber
|
This really does bring home what a (relative) bargain the European cruises are. We're getting 7 nights for 3K for two adults. The only things we need to budget for on top of that are train fares to/from Dover, one night in a Dover hotel, gratuities, and spends (including excursions, probably on our own).
Compared to a week at WDW, which would cost more than that even before the flights, it's not bad really.
__________________
DLP: many offsite and onsite trips
WDW: Port Orleans Riverside Dec 10; SSR Nov 14, POFQ Nov 2022 DCL cruises: 2 so farOther parks: Tokyo |
|
|
30 Mar 19, 10:56 PM |
#14
|
|
VIP Dibber
|
We didn't think our DCL 4 nighter for later this year was too badly priced. To be honest I think cruise prices per se have gone up for next year. We're like you and prefer a balcony and I've been looking at (non Disney) 10 -12 night Med cruises for next summer - and they're around £1500 more than we've usually paid. This is Princess and Celebrity who are easily on a par with DCL for service, food, accommodation etc.
__________________
DISNEY HOLS: WDW - Y&BC x 8, AKL x 2, POFQ x 1, villas x 5, GF x 1, Dolphin x 2 DLP - Sequoia x 4, Newport Bay x 1, Cheyenne x 5, Santa Fe x1 DCL Magic, DCL Wish BOOKED - Beach Club Villas Sept '24, Disney Treasure & POR Sept '25 TRIP REPORT INDEX www.thedibb.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=835984 |
|
|
30 Mar 19, 11:02 PM |
#15
|
|
VIP Dibber
|
We've only paid £1634 for a 4 nighter on the Dream this year, in an extended balcony cabin which we think is a good price.
__________________
DISNEY HOLS: WDW - Y&BC x 8, AKL x 2, POFQ x 1, villas x 5, GF x 1, Dolphin x 2 DLP - Sequoia x 4, Newport Bay x 1, Cheyenne x 5, Santa Fe x1 DCL Magic, DCL Wish BOOKED - Beach Club Villas Sept '24, Disney Treasure & POR Sept '25 TRIP REPORT INDEX www.thedibb.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=835984 |
|
|
30 Mar 19, 11:40 PM |
#16
|
Imagineer
|
It certainly is Mrs BC. We went in July so it's prime time! We had the extended balcony too was lovely.
__________________
|
30 Mar 19, 11:50 PM |
#17
|
Very Serious Dibber
Join Date: Jun 10
|
We are a similar family of 5 with kids 17, 7 and 4 (booked family verandah with DCL) the extra person has added a lot to the cost compared to if booking as a family of 4. Being a family of 5 bumps the cost up massively as you need a family room which cost more as they are less or 2 rooms. Booking 2 rooms one of my children get charged adult prices.
|
1 Apr 19, 01:55 PM |
#18
|
|
Disney Cruise Line VIP!
|
There is a cruise line for everyone and DCL may not be it due to many different factors.
With 5 people, I would definitely look at 2 connecting rooms, or even 2 separate rooms if your children are old enough to be on their own in the room. On a short cruise of 3 or 4 nights, I would also ditch the veranda, you are not likely to be in your cabin enough to warrant the extra cost really. DCL does cost more and for a lot it's worth it. It's true that more things are included with DCL than on other lines - so cinema, theatre shows, all dining, soft drinks, ice cream, cakes, room service (tip only) are all included. But, if it's not for you, it's not for you. They don't really do 'deals' as such though I'm afraid. Going through a US TA will cost the same as going direct but you may get some on board credit to spend. If you want to pay in ££ though, direct is your best option. Hope you manage to find something! Joa
__________________
30 cruises with DCL and counting ... |
|
|
1 Apr 19, 01:57 PM |
#19
|
|
Disney Cruise Line VIP!
|
You should look at 2 oceanviews or even 2 insides if you can do without natural light, you'd save yourself lots.
It's the big family veranda that's putting the price up. Yes one of your children will get charged an adult price, but the extra space will be a Godsend, honestly! Put one adult in each room, then spread the children out - DCL don't care where you sleep, but you just have to have an over 18 on the paperwork in each room.
__________________
30 cruises with DCL and counting ... |
|
|
1 Apr 19, 02:11 PM |
#20
|
|
Thread Starter
Imagineer
|
I totally get everything has its price and there will be loyal fans to every cruise line. I don’t see where any more is included on Disney than any other cruise line though. Rci include all of the above with the exception of soft drinks which comes in a cheap as chips extra package. I also believe their ships have more in the way of on board activities included by way of flow riders , ice skating zip lines etc on many of their ships. The only real difference that I can see is the mouse 😜 I also haven’t priced RCI for 5 of us so there may not be a massive difference and it is more that I may be a good few years out of touch with pricing 😩
Edited at 02:16 PM. |
|
|
|
DIBB Savings |
AttractionTickets.com
Get £10 off each Disney Ticket with the code ATDIBB10 Get up to £50 off per room at Disney or Universal with the code DIBBHOTELS |
theDIBB Blog |
Guests can book their 2025 Hotel and Ticket package early to enjoy Free Dining &... Read More »
The iconic 1900 Park Fare restaurant is opening its doors once again at Disney’s Grand... Read More »
One of the the five worlds found in Epic Universe, How to Train Your Dragon... Read More »
|
theDIBB Menu |
Exchange Rates |
US Dollar Rates
Euro Rates |
DIBB Premium Membership |
Did you know you can help support theDIBB with Premium Membership? Check out this link for more information and benefits, such as... "No adverts on theDIBB Forums" Upgrade Now |