Hi there, Kathy!
Welcome to planDisney! Sailing from New York City is a fabulous experience. Nothing like having the Big Apple as your destination and then taking a Disney cruise from there. And a
Halloween on the High Seas itinerary at that...what fun!
So if you are looking for places to stay together pre-cruise, then I would suggest checking into house or apartment rentals through a reputable company like AirBNB or VRBO or a hotel suite that can sleep several people. If you want to all be sharing space while on the cruise, then you can choose
connecting staterooms to create a more unified block of staterooms. Alternatively, some of the Concierge level suites can sleep multiple Guests, depending on how many total Guests are in your families. I suggest checking with a
Disney Cruise Line Vacation Planning Specialist to inquire about staterooms and rates.
Kathy, come back to planDisney if we can assist you further. I’m wishing you a MAGICal voyage and a fabulous family vacation!
Bon Voyage!
Sherry