Now that the boys are getting older (and easier to travel with), my husband and I decided that we’re at a good stage in life to start traveling abroad. Â I wanted a trip that we would all enjoy, so I opted for Disney Cruise lines. Â I felt this was a good option because of the kid/family friendly activities on board, as well as the relaxing beach days for mom and dad. Â And did I mention mom doesn’t have to worry about a thing once we’re on the ship?! Â Disney makes everything so easy, from brining breakfast and coffee to your room every morning, to cleaning and turning down the room every evening. Â I felt like a queen, not having to worry about a single decision once we were on board. Â
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THE KIDS CLUB
One of the main reasons we went with Disney is for the Kids Club. Â We have never been to Disney Amusement Parks, so I felt that this was a good way for the boys to get a taste of Disney without all of the chaos of the people and lines. Â While they had a blast checking out the Kids Club when we first arrived on the ship, they didn’t love going there. Â We took them there for an hour or so daily before dinner and then grabbed them when we were ready to eat. Â They had fun once they were there, but they are both shy by nature so I think the biggest hassle was getting them there. Â Once they were there, they did have fun.
Itinerary (out of Miami)
Day 1: At Sea
The weather did not work in our favor. Â It was cold and windy so did the scavenger hunt, saw a show (Beauty and the Beast) and took the boys to the kids club so we could spend some in the adult section of the ship.
Day 2: At Sea (We weren't able to port at Castaway Cay due to high winds)
Since we weren’t able to port, Disney opened up more activities on the boat. Â One of the things that my husband and I had wanted to do was the martini tasting, but it filled up before we could sign up. Â Since they added this for the extra at sea day, we were able to do this and send the kids to the Kids club. Â I highly recommend this experience. Â It was a great way to meet people and the drink were fabulous!
Day 3 Nassau, Bahamas
Nassau was disappointing. Â It rained the entire time we were there so excursions were off the table. Â We went to the Atlantis just to get off the ship, but we couldn’t get past the front lobby without paying a fee. Â So we walked around a bit and headed right back to the ship.
Day 4 Castaway Cay
Castaway Cay is Disney’s private island in the Bahamas and it was absolutely beautiful! Â Once we exited the ship, we were greeted by various Disney characters. Â The boys particularly enjoyed Jack Sparrow!Â
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That evening we took the boys to the Kids Club so Mom and Dad could enjoy drinks on the adult deck.
I didn’t realize this, but usually midway through, every Disney cruise has a pirate themed night. Â It includes a show, fireworks and a big dance party out on the deck. Â Everyone gets on all of their pirate gear and has a good time! Â
Day 5 At Sea
The weather was perfect for this at sea day! Â We spent some time in the sun, watched a show and took the boys to the kids club in the afternoon. Â
The Room
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