Ahoy, Shelley!
Welcome aboard planDisney! I had to channel my inner Basil of Baker Street and do a little sleuthing, and it looks like you and your crew are gearing up for an unforgettable Alaskan adventure aboard the Disney Magic. Let’s chart the course and make sure your planning compass is pointing true north.
Your sailing party (also called a travel party) includes anyone you’ll be cruising with,
even if they’re booked in a separate stateroom and managing their own reservation. So in your case, your daughter, son-in-law, and grandson are absolutely part of your sailing party, even though they’re paying for their own adjoining room. Think of it like the Avengers assembling. Separate heroes, one epic mission.
Since you’re the
planner of the group, the most important step is making sure your reservations are linked. If you haven’t already done this, you can link them through the
Disney Cruise Line Navigator app or on the website. You’ll just need their reservation number, the last name on the reservation, and the date of birth for one Guest from their stateroom. Once linked, you’ll be able to view plans together, book activities for the group
once everyone’s booking window opens, and be seated together for rotational dining. Each stateroom will still complete its own Online Check-In and manage its own onboard charges, so everyone keeps their independence while still sailing as one crew.
One key thing to keep in mind involves
Castaway Club booking windows. If your Castaway Club status differs from theirs, you won’t be able to book activities for the entire group until each stateroom’s booking window has opened. For example, if you’re Silver and they’re first-time cruisers, you can book experiences for yourself when your window opens, but you’ll need to wait until their window opens to add them to those plans. With popular experiences like Port Adventures or premium dining, that can feel a bit like trying to grab a front row seat to
Tangled: The Musical. If something you want shows as fully booked, don’t lose hope. Once onboard and connected to the ship’s Wi-Fi, availability often opens up on embarkation day as plans shift.
I hope this helps as you get everything lined up for your Alaskan voyage. A little prep now can make your sailing feel as
smooth as the Magic gliding past a glacier at sunrise. If more questions pop up, I’m always happy to help you keep the adventure on course.
Sea ya real soon as the adventure continues into a bright new year,
Dustin