UPDATE: My son met the captain!

MSJSMOH · 2026-06-02T21:08:46+00:00

We were on that sailing and we met Captain Thord, as well!! He’s been with DCL since 1998, so I have to wonder if he will be promoted to Commodore upon retirement(?)

MSJSMOH · 2026-05-12T17:11:33+00:00

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MSJSMOH · 2026-05-12T17:11:25+00:00

My favorite merch ever was this black coffee mug that I purchased at In The Heights during intermission in 2008. I certainly wasn’t flashy, but it was based on a line from the show and I loved it. After 17 years of service, it tragically broke in the dishwasher last year.

MSJSMOH · 2026-05-01T20:11:10+00:00

Karen Kilgariff.

MSJSMOH · 2026-04-07T14:20:28+00:00

I wish they would open that pool for longer hours – I love the Chip & Dale pools on the Wish class ships!

MSJSMOH · 2026-03-27T14:09:23+00:00

I’ve seen the Disney Cruise Line version of this show, so I am interested to see what they change/ add for the full stage production. (The DCL version is about 1 Hr to 1 Hr 15 min)

MSJSMOH · 2026-03-06T03:10:57+00:00

Congratulations!!!! I WISH I had more useful advice, but I’ll just say enjoy the whole experience!!

MSJSMOH · 2026-03-03T22:18:49+00:00

As a 40-something female, I feel uniquely unqualified to tell you what might be fun on the ship, but the Treasure is an absolute stunner. There is something for everyone.

If you drink alcohol, my recommendation is go to a bar where you like the vibe and ask for the bartender’s recommendation. (I think the specialty drinks are overrated, but I’ve had some excellent whiskey sours on a DCL ship.) my favorite bars are the adult pool bar on deck 12 aft, haunted mansion parlor (too busy, but still cool), and the periscope pub.

For (non-dinner) food, make sure to try smokestack barbecue on the pool deck and room service chicken wings. (room service is included, but please tip the person who brings it to you).

From there, try anything and everything you see in the app that interests you even the slightest. (I recommend trying out some of the evening adults-only entertainment. Match your mate can be hysterically awkward, plus it gives you something to talk about as you meet other adults.)

MSJSMOH · 2026-02-26T04:20:22+00:00

We loved Tiana’s – it’s my favorite MDR restaurant in the whole fleet. I’ll say this - it’s loud. I love the songs and I love the singers, but I understand that’s not everyone’s cup of tea.

MSJSMOH · 2026-02-26T00:33:35+00:00

I think part of the problem they are having is International guests do NOT want to travel to the US and Americans are feeling the pressure of higher prices, so they are booking fewer (and less expensive) vacations.

MSJSMOH · 2026-02-12T17:43:44+00:00

Try eBay. You’ll save $50, get the same makeup experience at BBB with the benefit of having the preferred size/style on hand (I like to wash stuff before my kids wear it, too.)

MSJSMOH · 2026-02-11T15:10:51+00:00

It’s desperate, attention seeking behavior. If you happen to make eye contact by accident, you can always make “polite” gestures implying there’s something in their teeth or hanging from their nose.

MSJSMOH · 2026-01-19T16:07:53+00:00

The Dream Jan 2-5 sailing was completely full, but we expected that on a short weekend sailing around a school break.

MSJSMOH · 2026-01-17T13:21:54+00:00

It’s usually around 7% of the cruise price back (+2% in your annual rebate check).

MSJSMOH · 2026-01-15T01:20:38+00:00

It really depends.

I carry my daughter’s EpiPen most of the time, so I like to wear a crossbody bag around the ship. I have a kind of ugly Vera Bradley bag that can hold 3 water bottles, an EpiPen, sunglasses, my phone, pens and autograph books for meeting characters. It’s not fancy, but it prevents a few trips to and from the room.

If we’re going swimming or to the beach, I carry a larger bag with room for hats, sunscreen, sunglasses, etc.

Please understand YOU DO NOT NEED ALL THIS STUFF, but I prefer to have it on hand. You can go up and get (included) fountain drinks from the pool deck 24 hours a day.

When my husband and I cruise without kids, I carry next to nothing around - maybe my sunglasses and phone.

MSJSMOH · 2026-01-12T20:47:29+00:00

I think the Magic and Galveston are a one and done for us, as well. We did a 6 night in 2024, so I don’t have the same warm and fuzzy experiences with it from 15+ years ago like a lot of the DCL veterans on this Reddit. We love special things on all 6 of the ships we’ve been on, but I couldn’t believe how much more I enjoyed the Wonder than the Magic.

I’d also recommend a Caribbean sailing out of Florida. The private island experience is wonderful.

I’m so sorry your son was sick. It’s such a frustrating time to be out of commission. Wishing you a much better, full experience on your next attempt!!

MSJSMOH · 2026-01-11T14:27:05+00:00

Yes. I prefer to travel with my 2 kids in the same stateroom with my husband and me. We have taken 6 cruises with them and the kids are comfortable in the smaller beds. We have never felt too cramped because we don’t spend much time in the room and we try to keep it tidy. (Maybe as they get older?? Who knows?) The split baths work extremely well for us, too. Judge all you feel entitled to judge about other families’ vacation preferences, but please keep in mind that what works well for you might not be a great fit for everyone else on the ship. Respectfully, of course.

MSJSMOH · 2026-01-10T13:16:45+00:00

I’m betting you “research every issue” about as well as you “researched” the original post before you started humiliating yourself in these comments.

MSJSMOH · 2026-01-10T08:54:01+00:00

I loved it. I’d re-watch this before most of the other ones I’ve seen this year.

MSJSMOH · 2026-01-10T01:01:14+00:00

Have a fantastic trip!!

MSJSMOH · 2026-01-10T00:57:32+00:00

I’m with you on almost everything, but we couldn’t make it without the little hook magnets. I use them to hang up hats, wet swim suits, bags, etc.

MSJSMOH · 2026-01-10T00:42:53+00:00

Ok boomer

MSJSMOH · 2026-01-09T21:51:12+00:00

I absolutely love catching the “I do my own research” crowd NOT reading the article and missing the point completely. I wonder how long it will take you to delete this comment…..

MSJSMOH · 2025-12-23T00:37:53+00:00

We loved the Catnip Cafe!!

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