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  • On Apr 8, 2011
    Dahlia from NC Asked Note: This answer was provided prior to the change to planDisney and may still contain references to Disney Parks Moms Panel.

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    Bringing my daugther's BBF (16yrs old)with us on cruise....when paying for cruise one consultant said I needed a form authorizing that she be released in my care but another one told me no I didn't need anything....who is right?

    Hi, Dahlia!

    As a part of your cruise documentation, you will need to have a completed and signed Minors Authorization Form. This form must be completed for minors under age 18 traveling without their parent or legal guardian.  A copy of the form will be in the booklet which will be delivered to your home, or you can print a copy of the form from online check-in on the Planning Center. You will need to bring it with you to the port terminal when you check in.  In addition, you may need to carry a copy of this document with you when you visit ports of call.

    As a precaution, I would also suggest to get a copy of the child's insurance information and a signed statement from her parents giving you permission to authorize medical treatment in the case of an emergency. Lastly, I would make sure she has a valid passport just in case an emergency happens at a port. (Can you tell I have a lawyer in my family?)

    Best wishes as you prepare and plan for your cruise, and although it may seem like a lot, I'm sure that as a mom you would rather be prepared than caught off guard -- especially with a child other than your own. Have a wonderful day and a magical vacation. Bon voyage!

    Andi
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Meet the Panelist: Andi, Alabama

Anchors aweigh! Time to set sail aboard Disney Cruise Line, and I'm just the mom to help you navigate the waters of planning. From stem to stern to ports of call, I'll show you the ropes of pixie-dusted vessels filled with magic and adventure. Learn More About Andi

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