Ahoy, Alecia!
Welcome aboard, and thank you for using the Disney Parks Moms Panel as a planning resource for your Disney Cruise Line vacation!
How exciting that you're about to embark on your third holiday cruise. The
Very Merrytime cruises have become very popular, which shows by your repeat visits! Mickey, Minnie and the crew make sure that guests experience tons of holiday enhancements on top of all the awesome things already included in a Disney Cruise. I can't imagine anything more magical than celebrating the holidays at sea!
I'm so sorry you haven't been able to attend the Gingerbread House Decorating activity. These events have very limited availability and are quick to fill up. If you're unable to secure tickets by visiting Guest Services as soon as you board, you can always ask if they have a waiting list. I'm surprised that with early boarding you've not had luck so far! It would really be up to the Activities Staff whether or not you would be able to fill in if there's a no-show, so I can't speak for them. That being said, I encourage you to ask!
I have my fingers crossed for you that you'll be one of the lucky ones to get tickets to this fun holiday event. Hopefully, all goes well, and you'll be able to create a beautiful gingerbread house to enjoy throughout your sailing! I love the smell of a fresh gingerbread house - I can't imagine how awesome it would be for my stateroom to be filled with that scent.
Wishing you a most magical holiday cruise, and that all your wishes come true! - Diane W.