Family fun on board; grandparents; Pirate Night; Main Deck
  • On Aug 25, 2025
    Lauren from GA Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    My family is in one room, & my parents are in another stateroom (not connected rooms, but our accounts are linked). My parents do not want the photo package. Will my parents be allowed in our photos if they do not purchase the package?

    Ahoy, Lauren! We’re so glad you sailed by planDisney. Let’s focus on your picture-perfect question! 

    Disney Cruise Line photographers are everywhere, from the ship’s grand atrium to Castaway Cay, ready to capture your magical moments. If your stateroom purchases the Photo Package, any photos that include at least one person from that stateroom (or your minor children under 21, even if they’re staying in a different stateroom) will be included. So, your parents can absolutely be in your photos, as long as someone from your stateroom is in the picture with them. The only thing the package won’t cover is photos of your parents by themselves, since the system uses facial recognition to match the package to the guests who purchased it. 

    If your parents decide they want their own separate photos too, they can add the package onboard at a 50% discount for additional staterooms traveling with you. Also, if you pre-purchase your photo package before your cruise, you’ll save a little compared to the onboard price. You can add it once your cruise is paid in full by visiting My Reservations and selecting “Onboard Fun.” And if you need assistance while onboard with viewing or downloading your photos from the Disney Cruise Line Navigator app, Shutters Photography Shop's crew will be able to assist you

    I hope this clears things up so you can enjoy those magical group shots, Lauren!

    Sea ya real soon,
    Eean
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