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Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise Review: Worth It? What’s Included?

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The exclusive Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise has everything you’d expect from an Alaskan Disney Cruise sailing PLUS additional special events, lectures, and previews found only on Vacation Club Member Sailings.

Recently I was invited by Disney to join the 21st Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise onboard the Disney Wonder sailing to Alaska.

Below I’ll recap how the DVC Member Cruise is different than a typical Disney Cruise Line sailing, share details on all of the special offerings we experienced, and dive into the special something that makes this different than any other Disney cruise.

This article is tailored to Disney Vacation Club members debating if a DVC Member Cruise is right for them, prospective Disney Vacation Club Members who are curious about the “Membership Magic” extra perks that members receive, and Disney enthusiasts curious about the programming and my reviews of the early previews.

This article is not specifically focused on tips for the Disney Alaska Cruise. You can read my full review of the Alaskan Disney Cruise experience here and our overview of the Disney Wonder ship here.

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Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise Overview

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The Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise is one of many exclusive “Membership Magic” events for DVC members. Some of the benefits in this category are the in-park lounges ( Disneyland Disney Vacation Club Lounge Opening Announced! ) and Moonlight Madness where DVC buys out one of the theme parks exclusively for members and provides food and access to rare characters.

Members can book the Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise using Disney Vacation Club points, dollars, or a mix of the two.

During our time onboard we were thrilled with how welcoming all the Disney fans were and how excited everyone was to connect. Through the commonality of Disney fandom, everyone had something to talk about. In many ways, I enjoyed the cruise for the same reasons that I enjoy the D23 Expo . It is a place for Disney fans to come together in real life and connect with other Disney fans around fun events and activities. Yes, there are insightful events and panels, but at the end of the day the real value is connecting in person with someone from somewhere else in the country or world with the same passion as you.

There’s one other item that makes the Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise unique in fandom…

The Boat Factor

The Boat Factor represents the fact that everyone participating in the event is on the ship for the duration of the cruise. Disney notables, expert presenters, family, and friends were all aboard for this ocean voyage and constantly present.

I had breakfast next to the voice of Mickey Mouse, met one of the Directors of Zootopia+ on a rainy walk in Ketchikan, rode the White Pass Railway with Disney artists and historians, and watched friends sing karaoke with a member of 4Town from Pixar's Turning Red. This was not unique to me. Anyone who wanted to connect with the personalities and other guests on the boat had ample opportunity.

Compare this to the events at the D23 Expo. Many of the same people on the cruise also attend the expo and even some of the panels are the same, but at the D23 Expo once a panel has been completed the panelists are whisked back to the concierge level at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel before a private dinner at Napa Rose. Onboard the Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise we all shared in the same dining, onboard entertainment, and shore excursions. This commonality is the Boat Factor

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You never know who you'll run into onboard the ship.

Even beyond the Boat Factor, there was clearly a lot of care and effort put into making this event special. The entire ship was decked out with specific signage. Each restaurant had custom menus with the trip’s logo. The guide materials were clear and put together well. All materials shared were witty and informational.

The other unique aspect of the trip was that there weren’t that many kids onboard. While the nature of the cruise may have played in here, it probably had more to do with the fact that the cruise was the last week of August and most kids had just started school. In general, the shows and characters were relaxed. Quite often I saw characters like Princess Tiana, Spider-Man, and Thor meandering just looking for someone to interact with.

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DVC Member Cruise Review – Access to Leadership

One of the lounges on the ship was turned into Member Central for Disney Vacation Club members to meet with member services Cast Members in person. Interactions that are usually conducted over the phone, email, or chat could be conducted face to face. I heard from some attendees who even purchased additional points and had an extremely smooth experience with the help of the Cast Members present onboard.

The intimate nature of the cruise allowed guests to easily ask questions and provide feedback. A couple of times on the cruise there were Member Mixer events for guests to connect with Disney Vacation Club leadership, meet other members in an informal setting, and share their feedback.

DVC Member Cruise Early Screening Reviews

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During our cruise we were also treated to early screenings of a number of new films and series coming to Disney Plus. Here are brief reviews of the new films:

Zootopia+ was my favorite new content that we screened. This series of short films is set in the world of Zootopia throughout the timeline of the original film. Each episode is shot and written to reflect a different genre/style of filmmaking. The episode genres are: action adventure, a Real Housewives style reality show, musical, gangster, dance competition (“So You Think You Can Prance”), and rom com (this episode features two of the sloths from the DMV in the original movie). The original Zootopia is one of my recent favorites from Walt Disney Animation Studios because of its heartwarming story, zaniness, and wide array of inside jokes. The two episodes of this series that we saw during the cruise built on this. The shorts seemed to only be about 7-10 minutes. When the full series comes out, I will fly through it.

The Pinocchio Live Action film starring Tom Hanks as Geppetto was the headlining early screening of the cruise. It was an entertaining blend of live action and CGI. They did a good job delivering a new version of the Disney classic that was fun to watch with the entire family. The film is largely the original storyline lifted into live action with a couple of modernizing aspects. I found Pinocchio to be likable and Joseph Gordon Levitt did a nice job as Jiminy Cricket.

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The new Mickey Mouse documentary, Mickey: The Story of a Mouse , aims to be the definitive story on the character’s creation, evolution, and cultural impact. The highlights of the documentary were a new animated sequence of Mickey Mouse flying through his looks from over the years, new to me footage of Walt Disney in Marceline, and commentary on Mickey’s portrayals of race in a healthy way that I haven’t seen Disney attempt before. Unfortunately, the documentary felt disjointed.

There were also early screenings of the new Chris Hemsworth “Limitless” series coming to Disney Plus from National Geographic and Obi Wan Kenobi show making of documentary. We did not catch those screenings.

Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise Special Programming

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The Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise was full of special programming celebrating Disney history and providing a look into the future of the company. Walt Disney was known to say he had one foot in the future and one foot in the past and the programming on the cruise represented that.

Below are some of my favorite programs. Many of the presentations did not allow filming due to their exclusive nature so my photos are limited. Hopefully the below list of programs gives you a sense of the types of programming offered during the Disney Vacation Club Member Cruises and provides a fun look into our week.

The presentations largely took place during our three complete at sea days. There were a couple of times that events and screenings also took place during the evening after an onshore day. Presentations never took place while there was an option to be on land.

TOP HIGHLIGHT Disney On Broadway Let’s Get Together – On the final evening of the cruise, four Disney on Broadway stars performed an incredible array of Disney songs and a surprise medley from the Greatest Showman (now part of the Disney family post 20th Century FOX Acquisition). The performers were Bobby Creighton (long running Timon in Lion King), Josh Strickland (original Tarzan on Broadway), Kissy Simmons (longest running Nala in Lion King), Michael James Scott (the current Genie in Aladdin on Broadway), and Kara Lindsay (Katherine Plumber in Newsies). Their talent was incredible and blew the audience away. After each number I felt like I could spring up to give a standing ovation. Incredible. The songs performed were: “Let’s Get Together” from Parent Trap, “All in This Together” from High School Musical, a Hercules medley, “Be Our Guest” from Beauty and the Beast, “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” from Mary Poppins, “Easy as Life” from Aida, “Positoovity” from Little Mermaid, “You’ll Be in My Heart” from Lion King, “Friend Like Me” from Aladdin, “Santa Fe” from Newsies, “Let It Go” from Frozen, and the Greatest Showman Medley.

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TOP HIGHLIGHT Sketchbook School with Eric Goldberg – Located inside the Animator’s Palate restaurant, noteworthy Disney Animator Eric Goldberg led drawing classes of a variety of different characters. Goldberg has worked on many Disney films over the years. He is known for being a lead animator on the Genie in Aladdin and Co-Director of Pocahontas. He continues to work on new Disney films and special projects – he animated the tattoos on Maui’s body in Moana and works on special projects for all divisions of the company. We went to both showings because we enjoyed the sketch class so much. Think of this event on the cruise as the Animation Academy in the theme park on steroids.

Strange World: An Inside Look – In the large Walt Disney Theatre, a Disney Animator shared a first look at the new Walt Disney Animation Film coming to theaters this November 23rd. I enjoyed seeing an early look at the film and hearing from a new-to-me voice from the Animation Studio. The film looks like fun – think Journey to the Center of the Earth. As usual, the animation looks incredible and the voice cast clearly brings emotion to the characters.

National Geographic’s Making the Disney Wish – One of the first National Geographic forays into covering Disney was this new documentary on the Disney Wish cruise ship (the next will be this new book on 100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetime ). The Emmy Award-winning producer was onboard to talk about the process of capturing the footage and what it was like to be onboard the new ship during construction. I enjoyed seeing the footage and hearing his first-hand account on crossing the Atlantic onboard the ship was work was still going on.

A Walk in Walt’s Footsteps – Soon to be crowned Disney Legend, Don Hahn was joined by Disney Historian and author of some of my favorite Disney books, Marcy Carriker Smothers to share some historic footage and talk about Walt Disney. The footage of Hahn in noteworthy Disney places with other Disney personalities was a new angle to bring some of the stories big Disney fans will have already heard to life. Smothers shared quotes and photos from her book “ Walt’s Disneyland ”.

Zootopia+ First Look – The Directors of the new series that I reviewed above shared some of their background with the Walt Disney Animation Studios and talked a little bit about working on the new series. I was impressed by their clear passion for animation and how well they riffed off one another. Their energy got the room excited to dive into the first look. For those of you headed to the D23 Expo, I recommend you consider the Zootopia+ panel as it will be identical to the one we saw.

Off Script: Getting Goofy With Voice Acting – The character voices of Goofy, Mickey Mouse, Miguel from Coco, Ahsoka Tano from Star Wars, and a member of 4*TOWN from Turning Red read funny scripts riffing on their character’s classic scenes. The two hosts kept the panelists moving through lots of different scripts and never let it get too serious – “what is this a college symposium?” was used to move speakers on from giving any long answers to the quick questions asked.

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Sing! Disney Hits With the Stars – The musical stars onboard the ship (stars listed above for Off Script and the Disney On Broadway show) each prepared one Disney duet and the hosts picked a guest out of the audience to sing the matching part with the star. While this sounds fun on its own, the bit was elevated even more when family members of the stars joined in on the fun. The real life son of Disney Legend and voice of Goofy, Bill Farmer, joined Bill on stage to sing a duet that was originally shared by Goofy and Max in “A Goofy Movie” and the voice of Miguel from Coco's brothers joined him on stage for a rousing rendition of “Un Poco Loco” from Coco. Another highlight came when Josh Strickland, the original Tarzan for Disney on Broadway, came out in a tentacled Ursula dress and belted “Poor Unfortunate Souls” in honor of Pat Carroll’s passing.

The Fjord Fest – During one of our at sea days on the inside passage, there was a special deck party featuring a signature dish from Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ restaurant in Disney Springs in Walt Disney World (Smith was onboard) and the merry menagerie puppets that are typically found at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom during the holiday season were out to play. The chicken and biscuit sandwiches from Homecomin’ were awesome!

As I look back on our seven-day voyage it is pretty incredible to see the wide array of programming that the Disney Vacation Club put on IN ADDITION to the programming offered on any Disney Alaska Cruise. The above is only the programming that we made it to.

Other DVC Member Cruise Extras

The Disney Vacation Club team that puts on the event is clearly made up of true Disney fans. The original Imagineering designer of the Haunted Mansion purple wallpaper was onboard the ship as the guest of one of the other speakers. The Imagineer, Tania McKnight Norris, only recently connected with the Disney community.

On this cruise the DVC team put together a custom photo backdrop and welcomed guests to pose with Norris and the backdrop. A great keepsake that only a true fan of Walt Disney history would understand to pull off.

Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise Gifts 2022

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Disney Vacation Club Member Cruises are known for being gift forward. We were all alerted beforehand to plan to have ample room to bring things home.

Each gift was some custom creation with the Disney Vacation Club Alaskan Cruise logo. The Disney Cruise Line is known for constant service and these gifts were an extension of that. Each morning we would leave our stateroom for activities and then return to a freshened-up room and gifts on the bed. We sometimes also received gifts during the evening bed turn down that was completed while we were at dinner.

Here are the gifts that each person on the ship received.

  • Welcome Kit: Lanyard, Mug, Glossy Magazine With Upcoming Activities
  • Brown Alaska Ball Cap
  • Warm Blanket With the DVC Logo
  • Bear Statue With Disney Vacation Club Membership Cruise Logo
  • Electronics Holder and Battery Pack
  • Deliciously Disney: Walt Disney World Book by Marcy Carriker Smothers, Pam Brandon, and the Disney Chefs
  • Disney nuiMOs of Mickey and Minnie Mouse with specialized Alaskan costumes that match the costumes they were wearing on the ship
  • Alaskan Disney Posters Collection – Exclusive hand printed screen print posters drawn for this cruise by Bret Iwan, artist and voice of Mickey Mouse, for six of the destinations
  • Custom Disney Pin with Alaskan Disney Member Cruise Logo
  • Alaskan Disney Vacation Club Duffle Bag

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These are the awesome screen print posters themed to the national parks that each depict a day of our trip.

And of course, there was so much more to enjoy on the cruise that is standard with any Disney Cruise to Alaska. I will have much more coverage off our ship and tips for a Disney Cruise to Alaska very soon.

I’ll end with a photo of one of our must dos for Disney Cruising…enjoying LOTS of soft serve up on deck even when it is a little cold and wet outside!

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DVC Member Cruise 2023

The next Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise is in 2023 and will be onboard the Disney Wish. The cruise will be a 4-night sailing from Port Canaveral, Florida on September 4, 2023. The DVC Member Cruise will include stops at Disney's Castaway Cay island and Nassau, Bahamas. The cost of the Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise fluctuates by room type and payment method utilized.

The 2023 Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise is already sold out. If you’re a Disney Vacation Club Member, would you consider booking a DVC Member Cruise in the future?

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Disney Cruise discounts can be hard to find, but this is the place to find them! Listed below is every known deal, offer, coupon, onboard credit or discount available for Disney Cruise Line (DCL), plus lots of FREE information about how to save money on a Disney cruise!

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  • For tips and tricks that will help you plan your cruise , visit the Planning Tips & Tricks for Disney Cruises page .
  • For advice that will help you save time and get the most out of your cruise once you are onboard , visit the DCL Onboard Advice page .
  • For advice that will help you with excursions, tours and activities while in port, visit the Tips & Discounts for Port Excursions page .

In our opinion,  you should always book a Disney cruise with a third-party travel agency or site that provides a bonus or discount . The extra onboard credit or discount is effectively FREE money. The primary question is whether you prefer to handle your bookings directly ( self-service ), or work with a personal agent ( full-service ). They’re both good options and they both offer essentially similar savings: one via their own extra-discounted fares and the other via FREE onboard credit. 

Booking a Disney Cruise With a Self-Service Site

Our pick for self-service booking is Undercover Tourist . We’ve recommended them for more than a decade as a fantastic source for tickets, but they also have impressive deals on Disney cruises. Unlike other self-booking options like Expedia or Priceline, Undercover Tourist adds an additional discount over and above any special pricing Disney offers (like restricted guarantee , Military , or Florida resident rates)! We know of no other site that adds their own discounts to the baseline fare for Disney cruises. Occasionally one of the big online travel sites will do a limited-time small onboard credit or in-room gift, but Undercover Tourist offers extra discounts , on every Disney cruise, every day. Undercover Tourist further guarantees to MouseSavers readers that you will always get their lowest possible prices when booking through our links here and through our monthly newsletter and Hot Deals emails.

Keep in mind that this is a self-service option , for people who know exactly what cruise they want to take, what stateroom, how dining works, etc. If you like to handle your own bookings directly, Undercover Tourist is a great choice. If you would like to have a personal agent who can help guide you through the decision process and be available to answer questions, then the full-service approach will be a better fit.

  • Check out Undercover Tourist’s discounted cruise rates for Disney Cruise Lines ! Undercover Tourist guarantees MouseSavers readers get their lowest rates!

Booking a Disney Cruise With a Full-Service Agent

The benefits of using a top travel agent are significant, both in convenience and price. First off, the best travel agents give you onboard credit, which is effectively FREE money, since the cruise fare isn’t any higher than if you booked through Disney. Furthermore, Disney Cruise Line has lots of confusing options involving tradeoffs that aren’t always clear. Using an experienced travel agent is like getting a FREE expert who knows everything about the Disney Cruise Line and is happy to walk you through the process and offer advice.

The travel agency we personally recommend here on MouseSavers.com, Small World Vacations , has some of the most experienced agents in the industry . The agents who handle cruise bookings for Small World have been on multiple Disney cruises, and know a truly astonishing amount about all four ships, the various Disney ports of call and all the common itineraries (and many uncommon ones). Many of them are Platinum members of Disney’s Castaway Club, meaning that they have personally been on 10 or more Disney cruises! They each have a direct phone number and email address they give out to their clients, so you can email them questions or requests any time.

Small World Vacations offers an onboard credit of up to $1,000 when you book a Disney Cruise with them. (Credit depends on your total cruise fare; the minimum fare to get credit is $1000.) Your onboard credit is good toward anything you can charge to your room, such as spa treatments, special dining, shore excursions or even your bar tab! Plus, this onboard credit offer is on top of any other discounts for which you may qualify (like restricted guarantee , Military , or Florida resident rates). And perhaps most importantly, the Small World Vacations agents know how to maximize value by making use of tricks like secret porthole rooms , secret verandah rooms , secret connecting rooms , and other clever strategies.

We pretty rarely encounter a deal that qualifies as a “no brainer,” but this is absolutely one, because it’s effectively FREE money . Small World Vacations’ fares are exactly the same as Disney’s; there are no other hidden markups or extra fees. The onboard credit is a bonus you won’t get booking with Disney.

Finally, if you’re going on a Disney cruise, be sure you take advantage of the onboard booking discount and list Small World Vacations as your preferred travel agent (or transfer the booking to Small World Vacations after your cruise is over), because it’s an essentially risk-free way to get significant discounts from Disney plus onboard credit from Small World Vacations in one fell swoop on a future cruise.

If you have any questions about onboard booking, email your questions directly to Small World Vacations at [email protected] before you leave on your cruise, and mention that you heard about onboard booking on MouseSavers.com. In our experience, the travel agents at Small World Vacations are great at finding the best fares. They know all the tricks that will save you money, and they know the Disney Cruise Line inside and out. We’re confident that once you work with a really great travel agent, you’ll never want to book a cruise any other way.

  • Learn more about the Small World Vacations onboard credit offer and request a price quote for your Disney cruise .
  • Small World Vacations gives you full service , including a personal travel agent you can contact by email or direct phone number, and we recommend them wholeheartedly ! Best of all, it costs you nothing to use them, PLUS they give you FREE onboard credit for any Disney Cruise Line booking of over $1000 total fare!

Onboard credit is cash value linked to your stateroom account on the ship, which you can spend by using your room key to pay for pretty much anything on the ship or on Castaway Cay. Onboard credit can be used for merchandise, adult beverages, bottled water, spa treatments, shore excursions, Palo, Remy, Palo Steakhouse or Enchanté meals, and other onboard activities, or even applied to gratuities for your servers and stateroom attendant.

Small World Vacations Onboard Credit

The travel agency we personally recommend here on MouseSavers.com, Small World Vacations , offers an onboard credit of $50 – $1000 when you book through them. (Credit depends on your total cruise fare; the minimum fare to get credit is $1000.) To learn more, visit the Small World Vacations website , where you can see full details about the onboard credit offer and request a quote on your cruise vacation .

Last-Minute Restricted Stateroom Discounts

Restricted Guarantee fares, when offered, are a great way to save if you are flexible about your stateroom location and willing to book “last minute,” usually meaning 21-75 days prior to departure. The savings can be very large, but you won’t know your exact stateroom at booking time. Disney guarantees you will get at least the stateroom type specified, and you could get assigned a higher level. You usually will get an actual stateroom assignment about 14 days before embarkation, but it could be assigned as late as the embarkation day.

There are complicated rules for Restricted Guarantee bookings ; be sure to read them if you’re not already familiar with them. The “Restricted Guarantee” room categories are offered on select sailings. The categories are:

  • Guaranteed Inside Stateroom with Restrictions (category IGT) – Guarantees an inside or better stateroom (minimum category 11C)
  • Guaranteed Oceanview Stateroom with Restrictions (category OGT) – Guarantees an oceanview or better stateroom (minimum category 9D)
  • Guaranteed Verandah Stateroom with Restrictions (category VGT) – Guarantees a verandah or better stateroom (minimum category 7A)

New! As of April 27, 2024, the following cruises had availability in the Restricted Guarantee categories . Prices given are lowest available fares for a single stateroom, in US dollars, including taxes, fees and port expenses, rounded to the nearest dollar. All sailings are from Port Canaveral unless noted otherwise.

General Notes:

  • A single guest gets charged essentially the same price as two guests. (Cruises are generally priced for a minimum of two guests per cabin.)
  • 5-passenger rooms are not available with this discount .
  • These discounts come and go as room inventory for a cruise changes. If you check for one and it doesn’t come up, it may come back. It’s worth checking back a few times over the next day or two to see if the discount becomes available again.
  • If a price isn’t listed, that doesn’t mean the category is completely sold out , just that it isn’t available with this discount.

Select number of guests to see total sailing price (for one stateroom):

  • If you are interested in booking one of these special restricted last-minute rates , we recommend either Small World Vacations or Undercover Tourist . We have worked with both companies for over 15 years and can recommend them wholeheartedly. It’s really a question of whether you prefer full-service booking or self booking. These staterooms often sell out fast, so if you see one you like, snag it quickly.
  • Small World Vacations is a full service agency, offering a personal travel agent you can contact by email or direct phone number. It costs you nothing to use them, PLUS their FREE onboard credit offer applies to these special fares (the total cruise fare for the stateroom must be at least $1000 to get their onboard credit). 
  • Undercover Tourist is a self-service booking site similar to Expedia or Priceline, but with years of focus on the Disney travel market. They offer the special rates mentioned above PLUS they add their own discounts. 

Important details you need to know about Restricted Guarantee fares:

  • Can be combined with the Small World Vacations onboard credit offer as well as Undercover Tourist’s own bonus discounts.
  • Cannot be combined with any other Disney discount or promotional offers.
  • The specific stateroom is assigned by Disney, generally within a week of cruise departure. You cannot select a stateroom number or make special requests as to stateroom location.
  • If you book two or more Restricted Guarantee staterooms, there is no way to ensure that they are near each other, or even on the same deck. Disney will put the rooms as close together as they can, but sometimes they just don’t have any rooms left that are near each other.
  • Applies to new bookings only. Existing reservations cannot be modified to these new categories.
  • Full payment is due at time of booking. Booking holds are not permitted.
  • Reservation is non-refundable . (This only applies to situations where you cancel the cruise. If Disney cancels the cruise, for example because of pandemic restrictions, you will get a refund.)
  • Reservation and applied payment are non-transferable .
  • Full legal names and birthdates for all stateroom occupants are required at time of booking.
  • Name changes after booking are not allowed .
  • Sail date, stateroom category and cruise itinerary changes are not allowed .
  • You can book a maximum of four people per stateroom on a Restricted Guarantee booking.
  • There is typically more availability for three or fewer guests per room. All Disney Cruise staterooms can hold three guests, but only some can hold four.
  • If you’re looking for these cruise fares on Disney’s web site, look for fares labeled “Guaranteed Inside Stateroom with Restrictions” or similar for Oceanview or Verandah. The key words are “…with restrictions.”

The one major change that you can make after booking: additional guests can be added to a stateroom, subject to space restrictions. Restrictions and booking rules are subject to change.

If you are going on a Disney cruise and think there is any chance you or a friend or relative may want to go on another Disney cruise in the next 24 months, be sure to book a future cruise while you are still onboard the ship . Disney has one of the most generous onboard booking programs in the cruise industry, and it’s a great way to get a discount and lower deposit on a future Disney cruise. When you book a future cruise while still onboard the ship you get all of the following benefits:

  • A 10% discount on the final cruise fare (with some blackout dates ; see below). Does not apply to Concierge bookings.
  • A lower deposit requirement of only 10% on 7+ night cruises (regular deposit requirement is 20%). Does not apply to Concierge bookings.
  • If you booked your current cruise with Small World Vacations and also use them as your agent for the future cruise , you’ll also get half their normal onboard credit . (Note that if you didn’t book your current cruise with Small World Vacations, the onboard booking agents may not let you add Small World as your agent while onboard. In that case, you would have to transfer your booking to Small World after you get home, but you would still be eligible for half their normal credit.)

You can book either a specific cruise or a “placeholder” cruise. A placeholder lets you make a booking without picking a specific cruise. It can be associated with a specific cruise later, after you get home and decide. To book a specific cruise onboard, you put down a deposit of 10% or 20% of the whole fare, depending on the length of the cruise. To book a placeholder, you put down a flat $250 deposit per future stateroom. When you change a placeholder to a specific cruise booking you’ll have to pay any increase in deposit. Keep in mind, there is an advantage to booking a specific cruise as early as possible: you lock in the rate. So, if there is a cruise you might want to take, it’s a good idea to book that specific cruise rather than a placeholder. Even if you’re not 100% sure that’s your perfect cruise, remember you can change it later with no penalty.

If you ultimately decide not to take a cruise, Disney will refund 100% of your deposit or placeholder payment . You always get a 100% refund as long as you haven’t passed the penalty date (120-75 days from sailing, depending on the cruise), and you didn’t book a concierge room or suite. There’s basically no risk, though it does tie up some deposit money while you think about your options.

You can change almost every aspect of your booking as many times as you need to and still keep the benefits . The name of one adult in each stateroom must stay the same, but you can change the names of any of the other guests, or increase or reduce the number of guests. You can change the stateroom category. You can change the ship or the sailing as long as the sail date is within 24 months of the initial booking date. If you end up changing to a more expensive booking, you’ll need to make up the difference between your original deposit and the new deposit. Keep in mind that if you later add a guest to a stateroom, they will get added at current rates, not at your initial booking rates. For the lowest final price and most flexibility, it’s a good idea to make the initial booking with everyone who might go, rather than only the people you know are going to go.

You get the full discount for up to two future staterooms or placeholders per household (i.e. per mailing address). Once you leave the ship, you can’t book more , so we recommend booking two (or more) every time, if you can afford to tie up the deposit money. If you later decide that you want to bring another family along, or put the kids in their own stateroom, you’ll be glad to have two rooms booked with the discount.

You can get the full discount for friends or relatives who are not sailing on your cruise. You’ll need your friends’ full legal names (as written on their passport) and their birth dates. Under the current rules, the first stateroom or placeholder you book with this discount on the future cruise needs to include at least one adult who is on the current cruise, in addition to anyone else you want to add, and then the second stateroom can have anyone in it. For example, say you wanted to book a cruise for your friends, the Smith family. You could book one room for your own family, then book the second room (on the same cruise) for the Smith family.

If you already have a future cruise booked, you can usually “re-shop” your existing booking and get the discount. However, you basically have to make a new booking and cancel the old one, and the price might have gone up since you booked originally, potentially wiping out your discount. Be sure to compare the bottom-line price for both bookings.

A few other terms & conditions:

  • There is no discount or lower deposit for 1- or 2-night sailings, IGT, OGT and VGT Restricted Guarantee bookings, or concierge staterooms and suites.
  • You can get the 10% discount and reduced deposit on a maximum of two staterooms per household.
  • Onboard booking incentives CANNOT be combined with any group discounts organized by a travel agency.
  • Disney could change these rules and benefits at any time. Check onboard for the latest terms.

Onboard Discount Blackout Dates:

Please note: there is no 10% discount when you book the following holiday and peak dates onboard (but you do get the smaller deposit):

  • Disney Dream : 3/31, 11/23, 11/27, 12/21, 12/26, 12/30
  • Disney Fantasy : 3/23, 3/30, 6/8, 11/23, 12/22, 12/26, 12/29
  • Disney Magic : 6/6, 11/25, 12/29
  • Disney Treasure : 12/21, 12/28
  • Disney Wish : 3/25, 3/29, 4/1, 11/25, 12/23, 12/27, 12/30
  • Disney Wonder : ( none announced yet )
  • Disney Dream : ( none announced yet )
  • Disney Fantasy : ( none announced yet )
  • Disney Magic : ( none announced yet )
  • Disney Treasure:  ( none announced yet )
  • Disney Wish : 4/14, 4/18, 4/21
  • The full legal names of everyone who is going to go on the future cruise, as listed on their passport or birth certificate
  • The number of rooms you want to book and what type ( inside, outside, verandah or placeholder )
  • Who’s in each room ( keeping in mind the maximum passengers for each room type )
  • Specific cruises you’re interested in, if you plan to book a cruise and not a placeholder ( or just rough notes with your needs/restrictions like dates or region )
  • Birth dates for everyone ( optional, but makes everything go smoother )
  • Bring the info with you on the cruise. If you just want to book a basic placeholder, you can do that while on the cruise with the Disney Navigator App on your phone (if you don’t already have it, just search for “Disney Navigator” in the Apple or Google app stores; you can download it before the cruise leaves to save time). If you want to do anything more complicated you’ll need to talk to a consultant at the future cruise desk.
  • If you can’t or don’t want to use the the Navigator app, at some point early in the cruise, go to the Future Bookings Desk on deck 4 and either fill out a form, or just put your room number and name on the sheet you brought (if it has all the details on it they’ll need) and drop it in the box. You can also wait for a consultant if they’re there, or check the schedule and come back when they’re scheduled to be there. If you drop off a form, they’ll secure a hold on a reservation and leave a printout by your stateroom door. If the reservation looks good, either go back to the desk to finish the booking or call 7-2848 from your stateroom phone. Either way, when the booking is done ask for a printed confirmation of your final reservation.
  • Before you leave the ship, confirm that everything is correct . You should have a printed confirmation or an emailed confirmation. The confirmation should show that your deposit is paid (if not, the booking will be canceled). If this isn’t on your confirmation, go to the Future Bookings Desk or Guest Services and make sure everything is correct. If you are working with a travel agent, verbally confirm that they are listed on the reservation before you leave the ship.
  • That’s it! If you booked a “placeholder” cruise, you can start the process of finding your actual cruise. If you are using a travel agent , email them to let them know you booked onboard. Once you’ve settled on the cruise you really want to take, change the booking as soon as you can to the actual sailing date to lock in the lowest possible fares and get the best choice of staterooms.

Disney Cruise Discounts for Florida Residents

New! As of April 27, 2024, the following cruises had availability in the Florida Resident category . Prices given are lowest available fares for a single stateroom, in US dollars, including taxes, fees and port expenses, rounded to the nearest dollar. All sailings are from Port Canaveral unless noted otherwise. The room category available at that fare is in parentheses.

  • 5-passenger rooms are rarely discounted for Florida residents , but they do show up occasionally.

Other stateroom categories may be available at other rates. Rates are per adult, based on double occupancy. Occupancy restrictions may apply. Excursions are not included. See Disney Cruise Line brochure for details and applicable terms and conditions. Other discounts do not apply. Only one discount may be used at a time. Rates in US dollars.

A copy of a valid proof of Florida residency for at least one adult in each stateroom needs to be transmitted (via fax or email) within 48 hours when booking with the Florida rate, and the same proof will need to be produced at check-in. The other guests in each stateroom do not need to be Florida residents.

  • If you are interested in booking one of these special Florida resident rates , we recommend either Small World Vacations or Undercover Tourist . We have worked with both companies for over 15 years and can recommend them wholeheartedly. It’s really a question of whether you prefer full-service booking or self booking. These staterooms often sell out fast, so if you see one you like, snag it quickly.

Disney Cruise Discounts For Military

Members of the US military and their families qualify for special cruise rates.

New! As of April 27, 2024, the following cruises had availability in the Military category . Prices given are lowest available fares for a single stateroom, in US dollars, including taxes, fees and port expenses, rounded to the nearest dollar. All sailings are from Port Canaveral unless noted otherwise. The room category available at that fare is in parentheses.

  • 5-passenger rooms are rarely discounted for military members , but they do show up occasionally.

Valid for new bookings only. Other stateroom categories may be available at other rates. Rates based on double occupancy. Occupancy restrictions may apply. Excursions are not included. See Disney Cruise Line brochure for details and applicable terms and conditions. Other discounts do not apply. Only one discount may be used at a time. Rates in US dollars. The following are eligible for the Military rate: active duty or retired military; 100% disabled retired military; reservists for National Guard and Army Reserve with active duty orders (active duty papers must be dated as of January 1st of the previous year to qualify); Department of Defense personnel.

Military personnel may book one stateroom under the military rates program. A second stateroom may be confirmed, if needed, to accommodate immediate family members only. For example, a family of two adults and four children may confirm two staterooms, based on availability, with the offer. Extended family (grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, etc.) do not qualify as immediate family members for the second stateroom. Active duty or retired military personnel and 100% permanently disabled veterans do not have to travel as long as their spouse has a valid military ID to show at the port. Reservists must be part of the travel party and must show ID at the port.

  • If you are interested in booking one of these special Military rates , we recommend either Small World Vacations or Undercover Tourist . We have worked with both companies for over 15 years and can recommend them wholeheartedly. It’s really a question of whether you prefer full-service booking or self booking. These staterooms often sell out fast, so if you see one you like, snag it quickly.

Disney Cruise Discounts for Canadian Residents

Canadian residents sometimes qualify for special rates on select sailings on Disney Cruise Line.

As of April 27, 2024, the following cruises had availability in the Canadian Resident category . Prices given are lowest available fares for a single stateroom, in US dollars, including taxes, fees and port expenses, rounded to the nearest dollar. All sailings are from Port Canaveral unless noted otherwise. The room category available at that fare is in parentheses.

  • 5-passenger rooms are rarely discounted for Canadian residents , but they do show up occasionally.

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Proof of Canadian residency will be required at time of check-in (your passport is fine).

  • If you are interested in booking one of these special Canadian resident rates , we recommend either Small World Vacations or Undercover Tourist . We have worked with both companies for over 15 years and can recommend them wholeheartedly. It’s really a question of whether you prefer full-service booking or self booking. These staterooms often sell out fast, so if you see one you like, snag it quickly.

Disney Cruise Discounts for European Residents

European (EEA) residents sometimes qualify for special rates on select sailings on Disney Cruise Line. When they become available we list them below.

No current offers.

Disney Cruise Discounts for Annual Passholders

Walt Disney World Annual Passholders sometimes qualify for special rates on select sailings on Disney Cruise Line. When they become available we list them below.

Disney Cruise Discounts for Southern California Residents

Southern California residents (ZIP codes 90000 to 93599) sometimes qualify for special rates on select sailings on Disney Cruise Line.

Prices given are lowest available fares for a single stateroom, in US dollars, including taxes, fees and port expenses, rounded to the nearest dollar. All sailings are from Port Canaveral unless noted otherwise. The room category available at that fare is in parentheses.

  • 5-passenger rooms are rarely discounted for Southern California residents , but they do show up occasionally.

A copy of a valid proof of Southern California residency (ZIP codes 90000 to 93599) for at least one adult in each stateroom needs to be transmitted (via fax or email) within 48 hours when booking with the Southern California rate, and the same proof will need to be produced at check-in. The other guests in each stateroom do not need to be Southern California residents.

  • If you are interested in booking one of these special Southern California resident rates , we recommend either Small World Vacations or Undercover Tourist . We have worked with both companies for over 15 years and can recommend them wholeheartedly. It’s really a question of whether you prefer full-service booking or self booking. These staterooms often sell out fast, so if you see one you like, snag it quickly.

Disney Cruise Discounts for UK and Ireland Residents

There’s a useful site listing the latest Disney Cruise Line deals for UK visitors, plus a FREE phone number you can call to learn more and book your cruise!

  • Learn more about UK offers for Disney Cruise Line.

Disney Cruise Discounts for Disney Visa Cardholders

Disney Visa cardholders who use their card as their payment method onboard automatically get several discounts on purchases on the ship and on Castaway Cay. In order for this to happen, you have to register your Disney Visa card when you check in at the port. You do not need to charge the cruise fare on your Disney Visa to get the discounts.

You should not need to ask at purchase time to get the discounts; if you have the card registered any discounts should automatically be applied when you make an eligible purchase.

These discounts cannot be combined with any other discounts you might qualify for, such as Disney Vacation Club discounts.

Discounts include:

  • 10% off selected merchandise purchases of $50 or more. Excludes sale merchandise, gift cards, Castaway Cay merchandise, DVDs, CDs, big-ticket items like art, jewelry, fragrances, cosmetics and watches, plus several vague catch-all categories like “selected special items.” Basically, ask first if you’ll get the 10% off, if it’s important to your purchase decision.
  • 10% off 10-photo, 15-photo, 20-photo or unlimited photo packages.
  • 10% off the Castaway Cay Getaway package (combination of snorkeling, bicycle and float or inner-tube rental).
  • 20% off full-priced massage or facial treatment in the onboard spa while in port . This does not include massages on Castaway Cay or treatments discounted as part of onboard specials.

Disney Cruise Discounts for Disney Vacation Club Members

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Disney Vacation Club members get several discounts on purchases onboard any Disney Cruise. You need to ask for the discount and show your Disney Vacation Club card at time of purchase.

This discount cannot be combined with any other discounts you might qualify for, such as Disney Visa discounts. DVC members who only own points purchased via resale after April 4, 2016 are not eligible for discounts, including this one.

  • 10% off selected merchandise purchases of $50 or more.
  • 10% off any digital photo package.

DVC Cruise Fare Discounts

The following cruises have discounts available for Disney Vacation Club members for up to 3 persons (some may also be available for 4 or 5). Prices given are base fares per person (Guest 1 & 2/Guest 3+). 3rd, 4th and 5th guest fares for children 12 and under will be lower. Taxes, fees and port expenses are not included. All sailings are from Port Canaveral unless noted otherwise.

Other stateroom categories may be available at other rates. Rates are per adult, based on double occupancy. Occupancy restrictions may apply. Taxes, fees, port expenses and excursions are not included. See Disney Cruise Line brochure for details and applicable terms and conditions. Other discounts do not apply. Only one discount may be used at a time. Rates in US dollars. Offer open only to Disney Vacation Club members.

  • If you are interested in booking one of these special Disney Vacation Club rates , we recommend filling out a quote form with Small World Vacations . They give you full service, including a personal travel agent you can contact by email or direct phone number, and we recommend them wholeheartedly ! Best of all, it costs you nothing to use them, PLUS their FREE onboard credit offer applies to these special fares (though note that the total cruise fare must be at least $1000 to get their onboard credit). Be sure to tell them you want to book a Disney Vacation Club fare. You will need to fax or email proof of DVC membership to finalize the booking. Note that these staterooms often sell out fast, so if you see one you like, snag it quickly.

Organizing your own group? Disney Specialist travel agents are adept at handling large groups and offer on-board credit and sometimes other incentives. Contact a Disney Specialist travel agency such as Small World Vacations for details. Remember, it costs you nothing to use them!

Costco members can get rebates on Disney cruises, which come in the form of a Costco gift card. However, Costco Travel is not a full-service travel agency: don’t expect much service or information.

In our experience, Costco reps are very nice, but don’t know much about Disney Cruise Line. They almost certainly have never been on a Disney cruise, and may have never been on a cruise of any kind. If you choose to go this route, be prepared to spend time and energy doing your own research about what your package includes and how everything works. Heaven help you if you need to book something complicated like connecting rooms or want to know the pros and cons of different stateroom options. Costco Travel most definitely won’t be able to offer any insider tips on what to expect or help you take advantage of special booking tricks or “secret” room upgrades. Effectively you’re just booking the cruise yourself, but through Costco instead of Disney.

In addition, we find the Costco reps are clueless about Disney’s promotional offers — they really only know about the Costco rebate. You will have to do your own monitoring to see if any specials or price drops come out, and then see if you can get them applied to your booking. A top-notch Disney specialist agency will do this for you automatically, adjusting your reservation to reflect any current offers or discounts.

Travelocity sometimes has special deals on Disney cruises. They are usually fairly last-minute offers, most typically no more than 6 months in advance. Travelocity also sometimes advertises “15% off shore excursions” but be aware that those are privately booked excursions through a company called Port Promotions, NOT the official Disney excursions.

Expedia has the same base prices as everyone else, but occasionally they will have their own additional offer, like onboard credit or extra Expedia rewards points. Be sure to read the terms and conditions carefully; in some cases there are sharp limits on the extra rewards or credit, or it will only apply to the cruise fare for the first two guests instead of the entire cruise fare.

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Use your Disney® Visa® Credit Card to take advantage of special Disney Cruise Line perks, including savings on digital photo packages, merchandise, Castaway Cay packages and onboard spa treatments. 1

Here’s how to enjoy Disney Cruise Line perks

1. When you check in online or at the embarkation terminal, enter your Disney Visa Credit Card as your form of payment for all onboard purchases.

2. On the ship, your “Key to the World” card will indicate that you’re a Disney Visa Cardmember and eligible for the perks listed below. Perks cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts, including Cast Member, Annual Passholder, Disney Vacation Club® or Florida resident.

3. Please mention these offers to ensure you receive the savings.

Cardmembers can save on select Disney Cruise Line packages, merchandise and spa treatments with these perks

Receive 10% off the non-discounted price of 10-photo, 15-photo, 20-photo and all-inclusive Disney Cruise Line digital photo packages when you use your Disney Visa Card. 2

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Professional photographers are available on Disney Cruise Line ships to capture your Disney vacation memories starting the moment you step aboard. From candid shots and custom studio portraits to photos of iconic locations on the ship, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to strike a pose.

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Receive 10% off select merchandise purchases aboard Disney Cruise Line ships when you use your Disney Visa Card. 3

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Disney Cruise Line offers a variety of merchandise that you can enjoy at sea or at home.

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Receive 10% off a Castaway Cay Getaway Package, and enjoy snorkeling, bicycle rental, float or inner-tube rental at Disney’s private island in The Bahamas, Castaway Cay when you use your Disney Visa Card. 4

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Have a blast three different ways with this fun and exciting adventure package, when visiting Disney Castaway Cay , a private island paradise.

On this adventure you can:

  • Snorkel – Immerse yourself in an exciting snorkel adventure for the entire family—perfect for beginners and experts alike.
  • One-Hour Bicycle Rental – Take off on a delightful 2-wheeled adventure across our private island oasis. Traverse tropical terrain and winding offshore paths at your own leisure.
  • Float or Inner-Tube Rental – Move with the motion of the ocean as you bounce, bob and sway atop the gentle waves of the crystal-clear waters in a cozy float or inner tube.

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Receive 10% off Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point snorkel and bicycle rentals when you use your Disney Visa Card. 5

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  • Bicycle Rental Pedal at your own pace on this fun-filled biking adventure around Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. On this adventure you will:
  • Pick up your bike at the Bike Rentals stand.
  • Set off on a 2-wheeled adventure at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, exploring to your heart’s content.
  • Immerse yourself in the beauty of tropical terrain, pedaling at your own pace as you discover hidden gems around Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.
  • Traverse winding paths that lead you to a nature trail, where you can appreciate the gentle ocean breezes. Prepare to be captivated as you explore this tropical paradise.

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  • Snorkel Rental Dive into an unforgettable adventure as you explore the vibrant underwater world of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. On this adventure you will:
  • Head to Flippers and Fins to receive your snorkel gear and instruction.
  • Dive into an enchanting underwater paradise at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, surrounded by schools of tropical fish and other mesmerizing marine life. Prepare to be captivated by the natural beauty and wonder that await you beneath the surface.
  • Feel free to come and go from the beach as much as you please, taking advantage of the opportunity to explore and make lasting memories. When your day draws to a close, simply return your equipment to Flippers and Fins.

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Receive 20% off a non-discounted massage or facial service aboard Disney Cruise Line ships. Available on port days only when you use your Disney Visa Card. 6

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Rejuvenation and beautifying services for adults, couples and teens while in port.

  • The Senses Spa & Salon provides tranquility, pampering and relaxation with a multitude of spa and beauty treatments. Experience pure bliss, indulgent luxuries and inner contentment in an environment designed to soothe the senses.

Spa Services are for adults ages 18 and up. However, teens ages 13-17 may enjoy treatments with adult supervision in the Spa. Guardians will need to be present in the treatment rooms during massage, facial or body treatment services. Salon services require an adult to book and check in Guests under the age of 17.

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MrsJobba1

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  • Mar 14, 2019

Hi I saw a thread about carrying your dvc membership card in order to get benefits? I didn’t realise there were any? What dvc benefits/ discounts are there? Thanks  

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Free lanyard and magnet, 10% off on photo packages and merchandise (if buying more than 50$ in the stores) and a rebate on spa treatments on port days. They also organize DVC members-only receptions.  

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Marc D said: Free lanyard and magnet, 10% off on photo packages and merchandise (if buying more than 50$ in the stores) and a rebate on spa treatments on port days. They also organize DVC members-only receptions. Click to expand...

dclpluto

JARNJ3 said: Hello - is that on all cruises? or just DVC cruises? Do I need to tell my TA to note that on my reservation to get the free lanyard and magnet? Going on my first DCL cruise in June & was going to buy us lanyards & magnets for the door. Click to expand...

dcassetta

It is on all cruises. On both our 7 nt cruises we also got DVC hats. They put a magnet on your door--we saw a lot of the magnets on deck 2 (where our room was) during our Baltic cruise this past summer. Lanyards were great on our first cruise. Our last cruise the DVC folks had just arrived on the ship and hadn't unpacked them yet and were late putting the magnets on door as well. Our first cruise we got lots of stuff...second cruise we got the magnet and the hats. They had 2 member events on our last 7 nt. First one is the 'soft sell' one, they offered free drinks and raffled off stuff, including $200 in OBC. The second event was a 'member mingle', just free drinks (1 type of alcoholic, 1 non-alcoholic and Evian bottles)--DH and I just sat and relaxed with some drinks for the hour and grabbed some water bottles to take with us. They do check your names off the list when you enter both events. If you're not on the 'list' of DVC members, then stop by the DVC desk with your member card.  

Mouseketeer

After we checked in at PC, we went over to the DVC booth and picked up our lanyards. I believe our DVC memgership was also noted on our KTTW card, as well as the Disney Visa for the discounts.  

  • Mar 15, 2019

Thanks everyone  

Geomom said: It is on all cruises. If you're not on the 'list' of DVC members, then stop by the DVC desk with your member card. Click to expand...

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So, a silly question. Do they automatically put the DVC magnet on the door? For resale people too? I just purchased my first contract resale, but I haven’t told my parents because I know my mom would not approve (even though it’s my money, but it’s complicated). We’re doing an Alaskan cruise together next year, so it probably would be best if a DVC magnet doesn’t just show up on the door! I haven’t noted anywhere on the reservation that I’m DVC but it is the same account/email address so I don’t know if they just know anyways?  

Lesley Wake said: So, a silly question. Do they automatically put the DVC magnet on the door? For resale people too? I just purchased my first contract resale, but I haven’t told my parents because I know my mom would not approve (even though it’s my money, but it’s complicated). We’re doing an Alaskan cruise together next year, so it probably would be best if a DVC magnet doesn’t just show up on the door! I haven’t noted anywhere on the reservation that I’m DVC but it is the same account/email address so I don’t know if they just know anyways? Click to expand...
Geomom said: Yes, they will put them on for resale people too. Lol, well, you could tell her they must have put it on the wrong door or some kid moved it as a prank. Click to expand...

i18mulan

  • Mar 16, 2019

Even if you don't go to the DVC events, you can always stop by the DVC desk to get some goodies. Last year we got some nice water bottles that says DVC in the Fantasy and DVC hats from the Magic (2 for each stateroom).  

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g_ppetto said: I believe our DVC memgership was also noted on our KTTW card, as well as the Disney Visa for the discounts. Click to expand...

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  • Mar 17, 2019
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Wanna be Ariel said: Great info. We are going on our first cruise in June too and we’re gonna get lanyards. Click to expand...

We haven't gotten the lanyards are last couple of cruises, do you have to stop at the DVC desk to get those? This last cruise I didn't show up to pick up our free gift until Day 6 of the cruise and becuase I was already wearing the DVC hat they were giving out, we didn't get it. Not to self, don't wear DVC give aways when going to get a DVC give away.  

JWG said: We haven't gotten the lanyards are last couple of cruises, do you have to stop at the DVC desk to get those? This last cruise I didn't show up to pick up our free gift until Day 6 of the cruise and becuase I was already wearing the DVC hat they were giving out, we didn't get it. Not to self, don't wear DVC give aways when going to get a DVC give away. Click to expand...
ivanp91 said: Just to clarify this comment for others - membership info is linked to your onboard "profile", and shows up for the crew when you tap your KTTW card on a card reader, it's not physically printed on the KTTW itself Click to expand...

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Disney Vacation Club is the Walt Disney Company’s version of a timeshare.

To join, members put down an upfront payment (usually at least $30,000), and then pay recurring dues (which typically cost more than $1,000 annually) for the lifetime of the timeshare’s contract. And while you’re not locked in for life, it can feel like it with contracts extending as long as 50 years from the construction date of the building you bought into.

For many, joining the Disney Vacation Club isn’t purely about money. In fact, Disney itself says you shouldn’t join if your primary motivation is financial.

“Ownership interests should not be purchased for resale or rental, as an investment opportunity, or with any expectation of achieving income, capital appreciation, or any other financial return or valuable benefit, including any tax benefit,” according to the fine print at the bottom of the Disney Vacation Club website.

Disney also states that “an ownership interest should only be purchased for personal use and enjoyment.”

And there certainly is plenty of enjoyment to come out of being a DVC member. Here are 8 of the best (many of which are underrated) benefits of joining the Disney Vacation Club that aren’t necessarily about money:

1. Rooms are among the largest and most luxurious out there

The DVC portfolio tends to be a cut above any of the other nearby places where you can stay. DVC units often have multiple bedrooms, offering more privacy.

Most come with useful amenities like kitchenettes or full kitchens and laundry facilities. For folks who would otherwise check bags to pack more clothes or outsource laundry services elsewhere, the onsite laundry can be a huge benefit. And if you can use the kitchen to avoid paying for restaurant meals, that might also be a huge cost-saver.

Many units are located in especially convenient locations, such as the relatively new Disney’s Riviera Resort that easily connects you to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and the International Gateway at Epcot through the onsite aerial gondola station called the Disney Skyliner. The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa are within walking distance of the Magic Kingdom.

Check out NerdWallet’s guide to DVC units to truly understand how comfortable and luxurious they are.

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The kitchen inside Disney’s Riviera Resort three-bedroom Grand Villa is spacious enough for a big dinner party. (Photo courtesy of Disney)

2. Discounts and freebies on other Disney lodging

While using DVC points to book Disney trips outside of the DVC resorts is generally a bad deal, Disney offers discounts to DVC members using cash to book other Disney trips (like cruises).

For example, in 2020, DVC members who booked a Seine River Cruise with Adventures by Disney were offered a complimentary hotel room night in Paris before or after the cruise.

For certain dates in 2023, DVC members could have saved 30% on Disney’s Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser . And there’s an offer to save $750 on certain Arctic or Antarctic cruises through Adventures by Disney.

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A passenger wearing a Togruta headpiece sits at the holo-sabacc table in the Sublight Lounge onboard the Halcyon starcruiser in Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World. (Photo courtesy of Disney)

3. After-party discounts

Disney frequently hosts after-hours theme park parties for an additional fee — and DVC members are often entitled to discounts.

These parties offer a way to experience the park that you wouldn’t get during the day. DJs often host dance parties, and there are usually rare Disney characters on display to meet. Attraction wait times are typically much shorter and there may be free food, too.

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Disney’s H2O Glow After Hours transforms Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park into an energetic glow-filled party. (Photo courtesy of Disney)

4. Dining, shopping, ticket and tour discounts

DVC members also get discounts at hundreds of dining and retail outlets. Discounts are usually 10%, though they’re occasionally higher.

For backstage tours, such as Disney's Keys to the Kingdom Tour at Magic Kingdom Park or the Wild Africa Trek at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park, expect about a 15% discount.

Admission to Disney World’s mini golf courses and water parks is also often discounted, as are experiences like Disney World’s fireworks dessert cruise.

Just keep in mind that many of these discounts are also often offered through other affiliations that DVC members could very likely have, such as an annual pass or the Disney® Premier Visa® Card .

See a full list of current DVC discounts here .

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DVC members have access to discounts, including savings at Disney’s Winter Summerland Miniature Golf Course at Walt Disney World. (Photo courtesy of Disney)

5. Member gifts

Disney has been known to give out nominal gifts to its members, sometimes at random and sometimes alongside other purchases.

For example, members get an extra gift for booking a paid reservation at the KA WA'A - A Lū'au at Aulani (though prices start at $175). Disney won’t say outright what the gift is, but members have reported receiving a pin.

In October 2023, Disney offered members admission to a quasi-Halloween party at the Community Hall inside The Villas at Disneyland Hotel, where members could trick-or-treat through all DVC Welcome Home Centers and partake in crafts and photos with Disney characters.

Disney periodically offers free buttons and gift boxes filled with goods like water bottles and backpacks. While those tchotchkes and treats should hardly be a reason to join, they are symbolic of the perks you should expect throughout your membership.

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Beignets at Scat Cat's Club located in Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter at Walt Disney World. (Photo courtesy of Disney)

6. DVC lounges

DVC has a few members-only lounges sprinkled throughout Disneyland and Disney World.

Head to the Top of the World Lounge atop Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort for one of the best views of the fireworks, which are typically held nightly.

Disneyland got its first DVC members-only lounge in April 2023. Located in Tomorrowland, the retro-inspired lounge features murals designed by Disney Legends such as Mary Blair, and it contains memorabilia including the K7 Space Suit worn by Tomorrowland astronauts from Disneyland’s early years. Complimentary Wi-Fi, device-charging stations and soft drinks are available inside.

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The entrance to the first-ever Member Lounge at Disneyland Resort in California, named “Disney Vacation Club Star View Station – a Member Lounge.” (Photo courtesy of Disney)

7. Members-only events and trips

As a DVC member, you might be able to get into Disney’s theme parks for free through Disney’s Moonlight Magic events, which are similar to the paid, after-hours parties — but these are limited to only DVC members and are entirely free.

They occur infrequently (less than about a dozen times per year) and registration is extremely limited, but they can be delightful if your travel schedule aligns.

There are also paid DVC-only trips, such as a cruise to The Bahamas which occurred September 2023. Not only do they allow you to vacation with fellow Disney enthusiasts, but they typically include extra goodies you won’t find on similar trips offered to the general public, such as daily gifts and entertainment created just for members. And even though they incur an extra cost, they’re wildly popular.

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The 2023 Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise aboard the Disney Wish sold out. (Photo courtesy of Disney)

» Learn more: How to save on your first — or next — Disney vacation

8. The promise of a vacation for years to come

With DVC, a huge bulk of the costs are upfront, and in many ways it’s mostly just a prepaid vacation (aside from the annual dues). Annual dues can optionally be made monthly, which might be a helpful budgeting practice for people who prefer to have consistent monthly expenses versus having a single, lump sum payment the month you book travels.

Plus, the commitment required by DVC can provide enormous psychological benefits as you know you have a Disney vacation to look forward to each year. Plus, the idea of having a vacation locked in every year can make planning easier and more straightforward. And considering how many job vacation days go unused, DVC might incentivize you to actually use yours.

Are the DVC benefits worth the cost?

NerdWallet crunched the numbers to find out whether or not Disney Vacation Club is worth it and found that it can be – depending on the redemptions you make (some properties are more valuable on points), how long you remain with the program and whether you actually use all your points every year.

The DVC is an incredibly long and expensive commitment. But for Disney fans — especially those who vacation at Disney hotels and prioritize upscale, larger rooms — the costs can often pay off in the long run.

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You want a travel credit card that prioritizes what’s important to you. Here are our picks for the best travel credit cards of 2024 , including those best for:

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DVC Show: Should You Use DVC Points for a Disney Cruise?

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In today’s video, we’re diving into the question of whether it is really worth it to use your DVC points for a Disney Cruise? We’ll break down the pros and cons, compare point values, and share our experiences!

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Amy and I are new Orlando, Florida residents where we live with our dogs Odie the greyhound and Hermès the Spanish galgo. We are DVC owners at Animal Kingdom Lodge, BoardWalk Villas, Grand Californian, Grand Floridian, and Polynesian, Disney World Annual Passholders, and love educating Disney Vacation Club members on how to both use and maximize the value of their DVC points!

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I used points to book the cruise we were on with you a couple weeks ago, because I had so many points that were banked that I had to use… I don’t really understand how to rent or swap points, and never thought about it…who can I call to go over more in deph about this because we want to do another cruise this year, and looking at a resale contract and if can use the resale points for cruise

Hey Kevin! – You can fill out the form here to request more information and Ellie who runs the DVC Rental Store Swap Program will reach out to explain the program and answer any questions: https://dvcrentalstore.com/members/cruise/

Thank you so much Paul! Greatly appreciate it! I filled it out and sent it!

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    In order to receive special Disney Cruise Line perks, valid Disney Visa Card must be designated for all onboard purchases at time of purchase for sailings through 12/31/24. Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts including Cast Member, Castaway Club, and Disney Vacation Club ® offers or discounts, and is for personal use only ...

  7. Are there any dvc benefits/ discounts on a cruise?

    Are there any dvc benefits/ discounts on a cruise? Thread starter MrsJobba1; Start date Mar 14, 2019; 1; 2; Next. 1 of 2 Go to page. Go. Next Last. MrsJobba1 Dvc owner at BWV & SSR. ... as well as the Disney Visa for the discounts. MrsJobba1 Dvc owner at BWV & SSR. Joined Mar 16, 2005. Mar 15, 2019 #8 Thanks everyone . M. Mommb DIS Veteran ...

  8. Disney Vacation Club: The 8 Best Benefits

    For example, in 2020, DVC members who booked a Seine River Cruise with Adventures by Disney were offered a complimentary hotel room night in Paris before or after the cruise.

  9. As a DVC Member, are there any perks or discounts on cruises?

    There are also very often specially discounted prices offered to DVC members for specific cruises. Right now, for example, there is a 25% discount on a Halloween on the High Seas 7-night sailing from Canada this fall. You'll have to keep checking the member benefits page to see if additional special discounts on other sailings become available.

  10. What are the Perks associated with DVC membership and ...

    On certain dates, specific theme parks will be opened to DVC members after hours. Disney Cruise Line offers Member Cruises that are also very popular. Spa Discounts-DVC Villa Spas will offer discounted services for DVC membership. Complimentary benefits-These are perks that are provided to DVC members free of charge. These may include DVC ...

  11. DVC Show: Should You Use DVC Points for a Disney Cruise?

    Paul Krieger. Amy and I are new Orlando, Florida residents where we live with our dogs Odie the greyhound and Hermès the Spanish galgo. We are DVC owners at Animal Kingdom Lodge, BoardWalk Villas, Grand Californian, Grand Floridian, and Polynesian, Disney World Annual Passholders, and love educating Disney Vacation Club members on how to both use and maximize the value of their DVC points!

  12. Costs Revealed for 2025 Member Exclusive Sailing of Disney Treasure

    Disney Vacation Club has published its rates in both cash and DVC points for the January 2025 cruise aboard the Disney Treasure. Prices have been released fo ... extra stateroom gifts or other perks. The voyage is a standard Disney Cruise Line sailing which has been chartered by Disney Vacation Club and made available exclusively to members.

  13. 10 Disney Vacation Club Benefits That You Might Not Know

    While you may know about some of the benefits of being a DVC Member that you may have, here are 10 DVC Member benefits you might not know about. Member Cruise to The Bahamas. In 2023 Disney Vacation Club Members will be able to take a members-only 4-night cruise to the Bahamas on the new Disney Wish. This Disney Wish is the newest of the Disney ...

  14. Port Cruise Representative, DCL, Bench (Port Canaveral, FL) Part Time

    About Disney Cruise Line: A leader in the cruise industry, Disney Cruise Line provides a setting where families can reconnect, adults can recharge and children can experience all the magic that Disney has to offer. Guests can sail out of ports around the world on exciting itineraries to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Alaska and Europe, among others.

  15. Benefits of Buying Direct from DVC vs. Resale

    All Members enjoy access to the outstanding Disney Vacation Club Resorts and the World Collection. However, when you purchase at least 150 Vacation Points directly from Disney Vacation Club, you can enjoy even more incredible vacation options with additional access to the Disney Collection and the Concierge Collection—which includes: . Disney Cruise Line sailings to destinations like the ...

  16. Much Needed (and Lengthy) Refurbishment Announced for Bay Lake Tower

    Bay Lake Tower (or BLT for short) is the Disney Vacation Club (DVC) tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort.It was built in 2009 and is a favorite among fans because of the proximity to the Magic Kingdom. Disney completed a really fun renovation of the cash rooms at the Contemporary Resort.

  17. Everything You Need to Know About Disney's Private Island

    Is Disney Castaway Cay a port of call on your upcoming Disney Cruise Line itinerary? This month's episode of the planDisney Podcast is jam-packed with tips for making the most of your visit. Whether it's your first time sailing to this Bahamian oasis, or you're already a member of the Castaway Club, you'll want to tune in on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts to ...

  18. Inside Disney's Beloved Cast Tradition of Racing Canoes

    Canoe Races Of the World is just one of many Disney perks that cast members look forward to every year, like being the first to preview a new attraction, walking the red carpet to celebrate a milestone anniversary at our Service Celebration, acing trivia games during Goofy's Mystery Tour, and enjoying yoga and 5Ks inside our theme parks ...

  19. Disney Vacation Club

    Disney Vacation Club. DVC Members: For assistance with your Membership, please call (800) 800-9800. Not a Member? Call (800) 500-3990.