Hi Justin,
Welcome to planDisney! I’m so glad you stopped by with your question because I know a thing or two about the cooler bags of which you speak. In fact, I may have inadvertently started a collection of these bags!
Your sleuthing is correct. The cooler bags cannot be purchased before your cruise, but you will be happy to know that you will find them in multiple locations when you board the ship. I usually purchase mine on
deck 11 or 12 at one of the bars around the pool and entertainment areas. You can buy the cooler bags with either water bottles or select beers. It’s also helpful to know that if your cruise stops at
Disney Castaway Cay, you may purchase the cooler bags, with either water or beer, as soon as you disembark the ship on Disney’s little slice of paradise. You can also purchase water and beers separately and refill your cooler later.
Justin, I find these to be perfect souvenirs! Once I return home, I use them often and find myself daydreaming about my next cruise.
Speaking of souvenirs, if you enjoy a good pint, you might consider purchasing the refillable
Beer Mug Savings Package. With the mug, you receive 20 ounces of select beers for the price of 16 ounces. If you find the mug too cumbersome to carry around, you can return the mug to any of the bars and they will give you a beer mug token to trade in when you are ready for refill. And in case you were wondering, you get to keep a mug as a take-home souvenir. This option may be purchased before your cruise on the
Onboard Gifts page under the already booked tab, or you may purchase one on board at many of the
bars and lounges around the ship.
Remember to stay well hydrated on your cruise, Justin, and let us know if you have other questions.
Cheers to a fantastic cruise,
Shannon