15/04/2022
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NO WORRIES
Most of today’s parents grew up with Disney, so it’s a name we trust. Disney Cruise Line offers peace of mind. There’s something to be said for safe, clean fun.
For a child, there’s nothing like seeing your favorite story characters come to life. And there are plenty of opportunities to get up close and personal with the likes of Pluto, Mickey and Cinderella aboard the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder, the company’s two ships.
KIDS CLUBS
Whether they’re 3 or 17, kids have plenty to entertain them aboard the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder. Children ages 3 to 7 have their own play area in the Oceaneer Club, where they can dress up at the Captain’s Closet, listen to stories or make a special craft.
Older kids, ages 8 to 12, have the Oceaneer Lab, a space-themed room filled with computers, an interactive science lab and a movie area.
Teens may not always want to hang out with their parents, so Disney created The Stack (Disney Magic) and Aloft (Disney Wonder) just for them. This teens-only pad has comfy couches, Internet access, big-screen TVs and a full soda bar. Counselors arrange a full schedule of cool teen activities, including dance parties and excursions.
For children under 3, babysitting is available for an extra fee at Flounder’s Nursery. While children under 12 are involved in their activities, parents can enjoy the ship worry free. An onboard paging system alerts parents to any needs or allows kids to contact their families at any time.
ADULT ESCAPES
Even adults want their own playtime. Other times, they simply need some peace and quiet. Visit the Cove Café, a gourmet coffee shop in the adults-only area of the Magic. Other adults favored Beat Street (aboard the Disney Wonder) or Route 66 (Disney Magic), the adults-only entertainment district that is home to three different night clubs. Several passengers I spoke with made the 9,000-square-foot (836 m²) Vista Spa and Salon — a full-service salon, spa and fitness center — a priority.
FAMILY-THEMED ENTERTAINMENT
Nightly stage shows are part of many cruise experiences.. This is an area when Disney truly shines — their full-fledged stage productions and family variety shows are geared for kids, but still entertaining for parents. Several Broadway-style musicals offer new takes on beloved Disney stories.
EAT LIKE A KING!
The cuisine is excellent, and served with style. Passengers rotate through three themed restaurants. Lumiere’s (Disney Magic) offers French cuisine and elegance, while Triton’s, on the Wonder, specializes in seafood. Parrot Cay (both ships) is a Caribbean-style eatery.
The adults-only Palo restaurant serves Northern Italian cuisine. Animator’s Palate (on both ships) was the hands-down favorite restaurant with kids. Scenes from Disney stories cover the walls. During dinner, they “magically” turn from black-and-white drawings to full-color animations.