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Disney Cruise Rooms – Deluxe Stateroom on Disney Fantasy

February 15, 2019 by Dana Zeliff 3 Comments

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Disney Cruise Rooms Collage

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Disney Cruise Rooms are our favorite staterooms out of the 3 cruise lines we’ve sailed.  Why?  They are designed with families in mind!  From the separate water closet and shower to bunk beds and more, Disney has considered the lifestyle of families in their stateroom designs.

You’ll find several different category designations including: interior staterooms with magical portholes, ocean view staterooms, verandah staterooms, even a 1781 sq. ft suite!  You can choose the stateroom that best fits your families needs and budget.

My family stayed in a Deluxe Stateroom with a Verandah on the Disney Fantasy.  The Deluxe Stateroom includes a queen-size bed with plenty of storage underneath, convertible sofa, wall pull-down bed, split bath and private verandah.

I have these crazy notion that I must be able to abandon ship (strange, I know), so I can’t stay in an interior room.  PLUS the verandah’s are amazing for relaxing in the early morning or evening as your glide over the water.

Disney Cruise Rooms - Sleeping Collage

The deluxe stateroom has a queen-sized bed, couch, armchair, desk, TV, and an iPod docking station. When it’s time to turn in for the night, a pull-down top bunk will be allow the kids to sleep alone.  One of my kids favorite features of the Disney cruise rooms is not having to share a bed.

Another Disney stateroom perk is the celestial sky hidden in the ceiling of the upper berth pull-down bed-this is perfect for those kids so excited from the day’s adventures that they can’t fall asleep!

Disney Cruise Rooms - Bathroom Collage

The separate water closet with sink and mirror is a unique and family-friendly feature aboard Disney cruise lines.  One family member can be brushing their teeth and another can be taking a shower – no more fighting over the bathroom!

There is a round tub in the full bathroom with rain shower, sprayers galore, and a handheld shower head that is perfect for washing little ones.  You also have a bonus bench seat!

Disney Cruise Rooms Animal Towel Collage

I just had to include a couple of the cute towel (and blanket) animals that were waiting for us each night when we returned from dinner.  You’ll also get a tasty chocolate square with your towel animal for a sweet treat at night. 🙂  A perfect way to end the day!

We found that Disney cruise rooms accomadated our families needs with plenty of storage options, super comfortable beds, a privacy curtain, refrigerator,  and amble closet space.  Enjoy relaxing with your family in your magical stateroom on the high seas!

Like reading about Disney Cruise Rooms? See more Pictures of Disney Cruise and learn more about Disney Vacation Cruises in my previous posts.

What do you think about Disney Cruise Rooms?

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NCL Cruise: Norwegian Spirit Inside Stateroom Review

April 11, 2018 by Dana Zeliff Leave a Comment

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Cruise Norwegian Spirit

You’ve decided to sail with NCL on the Norwegian Spirit. But what stateroom do you choose? Our first time sailing with an interior stateroom was on the Norwegian Spirit, so I wanted to share information and photos to help other cruisers pick the best stateroom for their needs.  We’ve laid out the features of the mid-ship inside stateroom including the bathroom, storage options, and some personal insights.

NCL Cruise: Norwegian Spirit Mid-Ship Inside Stateroom 10565 Review

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Foodies Guide to the Norwegian Spirit Cruise Ship with all Restaurants on the Norwegian Spirit

March 28, 2018 by Dana Zeliff Leave a Comment

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The Norwegian Spirit cruise ship offered a variety of dining options. Regardless of your mood or the hour, you’ll find tasty offerings around the ship. There were 5 complementary venues in addition to the buffet, 5 specialty restaurants including sushi, a café and room service. With Freestyle cruising, you choose where and when you want to dine.

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Norwegian Spirit Cruise Reviews: 10-Day Canary Islands, Spain & Morocco from Barcelona

March 22, 2018 by Dana Zeliff 11 Comments

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In February we took our 2nd cruise with NCL, this time on the Norwegian Spirit, out of Barcelona.  The Norwegian Spirit is the oldest and smallest ship in NCL’s fleet.  But what she lacked in size, she made up for in quality of service. The staff was truly excellent with smiles and great service during the entire cruise.  We booked this cruise solely for the itinerary.  But alas, Mother Nature had other ideas.  Even with the itinerary changes it was still a great experience. I hardly saw my kids the entire 10 days! (But that’s not what made it great!) If you’re thinking of sailing, keep reading to see our extensive Norwegian Spirit cruise reviews.

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7 Reasons to Take a Multigenerational Cruise

October 6, 2017 by Dana Zeliff Leave a Comment

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Multigenerational Cruise

More and more families are traveling together these days.  And it’s not just parents traveling with their kids anymore. It’s grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins all combining their vacations to enjoy quality time together. Multigenerational travel is the perfect way for families to reconnect. And since cruises offer a range of activities and dining options to please a crowd, it’s the perfect vacation option.

Some of the family may want history and sightseeing while others want to relax by the pool and zip down waterslides. By planning a multigenerational cruise, everyone in the family can get what they want. Cruises provide a balance of age-appropriate activities as well as something for every personality and fitness level.

With so many options available for multigenerational vacations, why should you choose a cruise?

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Hi, I’m Dana. Planning a great trip shouldn't mean spending endless evenings scrolling travel forums, watching videos, and sorting through conflicting opinions online.

I've spent years exploring the world with my husband and our two kids, and those experiences shape how I help clients plan their own vacations. Together, we've visited 48 countries across four continents and spent nearly four years living in France.

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