Hi there, Sarah!
Welcome to planDisney. Traveling with extended family members can be so much fun, but it can also be a bit stressful if everyone operates on different schedules. I can understand wanting to board your Disney Cruise as early as possible!
In my experience, Guests staying in
connecting staterooms do not need to check in at the same time. As long as each party arrives within their assigned Port Arrival Time and before the final check-in cutoff time, arriving separately should be fine.
Luggage tags are typically mailed to the address listed on each stateroom reservation. If the other family used their own address when booking, they should receive everything needed to check in. If not, blank luggage tags are usually available at the port.
Connecting staterooms also do not need to be booked together. Reservations can be linked on the
Disney Cruise Line website or the
Navigator app. To link reservations, log in to your account on the Disney Cruise Line website, and select "My Reservations" under "Already Booked." Choose "Add and Link Reservations" under your reservation number to begin the process. To do this in the app, open your reservation and select "Add a Reservation." This will make it easier to coordinate plans and dine together.
One of my favorite things about sailing with Disney Cruise Line is how easy it is for everyone to enjoy their own activities while still spending time together. Kids can explore the
youth clubs while adults relax in the
adults‑only areas, catch a movie, or even take a poolside nap! It’s simple to split up for a bit and then meet back up for swimming or dinner.
Sarah, thank you again for contacting planDisney. I hope you reach out again if you have other questions.
Happy sailing!
Jen