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  • On Jan 30, 2025
    Alicia from ON Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    What is Guests Ashore" and "Guests Aboard" time?

    Ahoy there, Alicia! Welcome to planDisney! It looks like you're planning a cruise aboard Disney Cruise Line this summer, and I know you're going to make the most magical memories at sea!

    To help you plan for your day in port, Disney provides guests with an estimated "Guests Ashore" time on your cruise itinerary; this is the expected time that guests will be able to disembark from the ship to enjoy a day at each port of call. The "Guests Aboard" time is the time all guests should be back on board and ready to sail onto the next adventure! You'll find the specific times for your sailing under My Reservations - My Plans on the Disney Cruise Line website. When planning your Port Adventures, these times will be taken into consideration and Disney Cruise Line guarantees you a worry-free adventure where you can show up and leave the planning (and timing) to them! If you venture out on your own, be sure to set your clock to ship time so you'll be sure to make your way back in enough time to grab a snack on deck before sailing away again!

    Alicia, if you haven't already decided on your excursions, be sure to take some time to explore what's available under Port Adventures in the Disney Cruise Line Navigator app and review the booking window so you'll be ready to reserve your adventures when the time comes!

    I hope this helps, Alicia, and I hope you have a magical vacation where the sky meets the sea! If you have any other cruising questions, we'll be here waiting for you at planDisney!

    Anchors Aweigh,
    Alison
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Meet the Panelist: Alison, Louisiana

I'm Alison - a wife, mom, and teacher from New Orleans, LA. My first childhood visit to the Walt Disney World Resort sparked a lifelong love of this magical place, and I still find magic in both the new and nostalgic on each visit! I understand the changing dynamics of planning a practically perfect vacation; no matter how large your group is or what your interests are, I look forward to helping you create magical memories and discover unique experiences to make them even more enchanting! Learn More About Alison

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