I don’t even know where to start – the Disney Dream Cruise was the most magical, best vacation EVER! Everyone in our party agreed and we will definitely do it again! We set sail on the five day Bahamian cruise with ports in Nassau (we didn’t disembark) and Castaway Cay that leaves from Port Canaveral.
Here are the highlights…
We spent most days in the pools enjoying Disney movies on the jumbo screen tv and taking rides on the AquaDuck and Mickey’s Slide. There was also a splash area for little ones.
Characters were everywhere. I mean, we’d run into them just walking to our stateroom! They took so much time with the kids and there was plenty of opportunity to see them all. Per usual, meeting his “friends” was the baby’s favorite thing on the trip.
We played mini-golf, ping pong, shuffleboard and SO MANY other fun things!!!
We had the cheapest, smallest interior stateroom we could get. And it was perfect!! The magic porthole was a complete hit with the kids and they absolutely adored the “magic” bunk beds that appeared every night after dinner.
Meals were amazing. The food was good, the service was excellent. We even celebrated Bird’s 4th birthday with one of the coveted Mickey cakes!!
The broadway style shows were fantastic and the deck parties were loaded with fun.
Pirate Night was tons of swashbuckling fun with the themed dinner, dance party and fireworks at sea.
Castaway Cay was the best day of all. The beach was gorgeous and water was cool and perfect. We loved Pelican Plunge and even checked the kids in for a while at the kids club.
The Oceaneers Kids Club was absolutely positively perfect. My littles begged to go and we let them! It kind of made the trip for us.
Honey and I enjoyed a champagne brunch at Remy and it went down in history as my favorite meal. Ever. So romantic and yummy… and five glasses of bubby with ocean views!!
Even just kicking around on the boat was fun!! I mean, how often do you get to enjoy a sunset like this?!?
We had a tear in our eyes at the See Ya Real Soon send off party.
It was truly a dream vacation like only Disney can do. So so so thankful that we had the opportunity to spend this memorable week at sea with my entire family!!!
xoxo
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<3! I think you just convinced me that our next vacay should be a Disney cruise.
Wow, it looks like you had a fabulous vacation! I have always wondered what those Disney cruises were like. I am sure you made so many memories with your beautiful family!
-Shelley
Amanda,thank you for sharing this amazing vacay with us! Disney does it best!
So fun! We're going on the same cruise in October. Any tips for what to do/not to do regarding the Pirate night? How about early or late dinner? I'm loving your Mickey clothes. You have an adorable family!!!
Audrey,
Me and my family have done this cruise many times and we suggest that you dress up for pirate night and get an early spot so you can see the "show" better. It's so much fun and your kids will love it ( even if you don't have any, it will still be a night to remember) for the dinner times, it all depends on what you want to do. If you are afraid about missing evening shows, they always have two showings.
WoW!!! That's a vacation you all will always remember!!!
Nicole
We've enjoyed Disneyworld but never a cruise. Looks like lots of fun! That is one big ship! Enjoyed seeing the fun that your sweet family had and your turquoise dress is so pretty! What priceless memories!
OMG the disney cruise looks AMAZING!!!!! looks like so much fun!! what a magical time.. i want to go on one!! ps. love all your outfits!
I love Disney and I love the little boy's breakfast choices! I also love that your family is so fashionable!
What a great memory you have made.
It looks like y'all had an amazing vacation! We are taking our first ever Disney Cruise in September on the Fantasy. Thanks for posting all about your trip; it looks fabulous!!
I didn't even get through this entire review before I started looking up Disney cruises. Did you hear that Disney? You should give Amandabear a free cruise just for this post alone! Looks FAB-u-LOUS! And a Southern girl after my own heart, you always have the best wardrobe choices. Love it!
Wow! Glad yall had an amazing vacation! Your family is just adorable and that little baby girl sitting with Cinderella is a priceless picture! :) After reading this post it makes me want to book a Disney cruise! Did you feel like 5 days was 'enough' time to do everything on the ship?
So wonderful and everyone looks very happy! What a great time for your family!
Outstanding! All I need now is a glass of champagne. :)
What a wonderful experience for all of you. The photos are gorgeous! Disney World is awesome too. Treasured memories ~
xo
Pat
I loved "reliving" it all through the pictures. And that little CeeCee with Cinderella is just priceless, as are all of the memories!
Your post was fantastic!! I get overwhelmed with the thought of doing the Magic Kingdom with my two little ones, but the cruise seems very do-able! Im downright green with envy!
It was extra-special seeing the adorable outfits on everyone. And how darling is your sister's baby?!?
Thanks for sharing,
~Kandace
You just took me down memory lane! Loved your photos, thank you for sharing!!
Hayden, It was a good amount of time but there were still things we didn't get to do! We will definitely go again and catch some of the other activities. Amanda
Amanda, thank for such a wonderful breakdown on everything! Was this the Fantasy ship? Holly
Amanda, thank for such a wonderful breakdown on everything! Was this the Fantasy ship? Holly
Welcome back! So glad you had such a wonderful time. Thanks for giving us the scoop.
Amanda your pictures are wonderful! Looks like a great time! I want to plan a Disney Cruise now! I loved your navy Lilly Tylar dress, so I looked for it on Ebay and found it, does it run true to size or small?
Kimberly
It is a little snug in my opinion (or maybe I ate too much on board??). I bought online in my regular size at the sale last year so I didn't get to try it on.
When did you go on your cruise? We are going Nov. 2013
Hi Amanda! I have been searching for a cute one piece suit for Church activities, where did you buy your seersucker suit? I LOVE it!!
JCrew! I just saw yesterday they have the end of summer sale going on.
First of all, thank you for this wonderful review. Our family will be going on this same amazing cruise in Dec. right Christmas and I have a few questions. Where did you get your son's awesome Mickey shirts or how did you make them, also the baby's dress? What do you think about taking an umbrella stroller on board? We'll be traveling with our five year old son and our 9 mo. old daughter and I'm wondering if we'll need the stroller for her. Also, what are essential items that we'll absolutely need to have with us at all times? And finally, where there enough public restrooms with baby changing tables nearby? I would really appreciate your advice and answers.
Thank you,
RC
You will have such a good time!! Here you go: Where did you get your son's awesome Mickey shirts or how did you make them, also the baby's dress? My mother made most of them. My sister did order a few things on etsy for her kids. What do you think about taking an umbrella stroller on board? DEFINITELY take a stroller! My sister took her entire infant carrier and snap and go stroller and CeeCee slept in that often throughout the day and in the evenings. Also, what are essential items that we'll absolutely need to have with us at all times? My kids are a little older, but it's always easy to get back to the room so I just kept a small bag with hand sanitizer, our camera and autograph books. And finally, where there enough public restrooms with baby changing tables nearby? Yes!
Thank you for answering all my questions and your prompt response, you are awesome!
RC
While looking through your beautiful pictures I realized that my family was on the same cruise. I actually noticed my daughter in the background of one of your photos of the sail away party! It was our first cruise and we had an awesome time as well.
I am so incredibly jealous of you cruise! I have always wanted to go on a Disney cruise. I worked at Disneyland for a little over a year and I absolutely loved every minute of it there. It looks like you guys had a blast there.
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