Ahoy, Myra! I'm so glad you cruised by planDisney with this question. The line where the sky meets the sea calls me, too! Knowing when payments are due is so helpful as you plan and budget to answer that call with a resounding, "Let's go!"
Disney Cruises have a
flexible payment structure: you pay a deposit to secure your reservation and make a final payment by your "Paid in Full" date. You can pay as much or as little as you like between those two dates. I like to chip away at the balance by paying some each month. Friends of mine prefer to keep the money in savings until the final payment is due. We are both in luck!
The "Paid in Full" date depends on the length of your itinerary and your stateroom type. It’s 90 days before sailing for itineraries of 5 nights or fewer for most cruises and stateroom categories, and 120 days before sailing for 6 nights or longer. Concierge staterooms have an earlier deadline, and some special offers or guaranteed stateroom categories may require full payment at the time of booking.
Once you are paid in full and your
booking window opens (based on your
Castaway Club level), the real planning fun begins! This is when you get to reserve
Port Adventures and
onboard activities, like
Senses Spa treatments,
beverage classes and
premium dining experiences. You can see the exact date you may be eligible to book these adventures on the
Disney Cruise Line Navigator app under "My Plans."
Myra, there is so much magic awaiting you on board! If you have any other questions as you put the finishing touches on your cruise planning,
planDisney is here for you!
SEAS the Adventure!
Jana