Hi, Samantha!
I'm a big fan of
Disney's PhotoPass service and my family uses it on every visit. We like to pre-order the PhotoCD prior to arrival to take advantage of the special discount (click on the link to view the PhotoPass Special Offers page).
Your little pirates-in-training are going to have a fabulous time on the
Pirate Adventure Cruise at Walt Disney World Resort! On this high seas adventure they'll learn about some famous pirate legends, search for hidden treasure and even enjoy some grub as they set sail on the Seven Seas Lagoon.
I just spoke with a Recreation Cast Member at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa to confirm whether a PhotoPass photographer currently accompanies the group of young buccaneers aboard the Pirate Adventure Cruise. In past years, I do recall PhotoPass photographers frequently being on board to take photos during the cruise. At this point in time, however, there are no PhotoPass photographers specifically dedicated to the Pirate Adventure Cruises. Depending on schedules and locations, a PhotoPass photographer
may be present to take some photos of the children as they board their boat at the marina dock, but unfortunately the photographers no longer accompany them during the actual 2-hour journey.
I'm sorry I don't have better news for you, Samantha. I personally think the Pirate Adventure Cruise is a great PhotoPass opportunity and I do hope that the PhotoPass photographers will be re-assigned to the these themed cruises in the future.
Wishing you a magical vacation! Please don't hesitate to write me back with any additional PhotoPass (or other planning) questions. I'd be happy to help!