Hello there, Carol, and welcome back to planDisney! I'm so glad you've sailed on over with another excellent vacation planning question. It's always lovely to meet a fellow
Disney Vacation Club Member, and I am happy to help!
It sounds like you made a savvy swap for one of the very best perks of DVC Membership--exchanging your points for a voyage with
Disney Cruise Line. I recently set sail on my second adventure aboard the
Disney Dream as part of our planDisney training, and you are in for the vacation of a lifetime! From the amazing dining to the world-class entertainment and everything in between, you'll enjoy a voyage filled with impeccable service, memorable moments, and a healthy dose of pixie dust.
As a DVC Member, you will be invited to an exclusive reception, and have access to some fun swag that you can pick up daily at the DVC Desk on Deck 3! Don't forget to have your digital Membership Card locked and loaded so you can take advantage of Member discounts on some must-have souvenirs.
Carol, I spoke with
Member Services about your specific question, and they assured me that you should be good to go to book your excursions when your reservation window opens. I hope many great options are available so you can explore some of the destinations you'll be visiting. The summer itineraries on the Dream departing from Southampton all look fabulous--I'm quite intrigued by the 12-night cruise to Iceland and the Norwegian Fjords!
The sea is calling, Carol, and you must go! I hope your cruise is practically perfect from start to finish. I'll be wishing you calm seas and the most special time with your family. Thanks again for making a return trip to planDisney--come "sea" us again anytime!
Bon voyage!
Susan