Welcome Aboard, Jackie!
Your family's inaugural voyage aboard the
Disney Magic is less than a month away! I'm so excited for you to explore all that this beautiful ship has to offer! My first Disney Cruise was on the Disney Magic so that ship, in particular, has a special place in my heart.
The Port Arrival Time is when the Disney Cruise Line expects you to check-in, so arriving a little before 1:00 p.m. would be great! Once you check-in, you'll be given a boarding number. I'm unsure exactly how long it will take for your boarding number to be called, but once it is, you'll be able to walk right onboard and hear your family's name announced by the ship's Cast Members and crew!
Once onboard, you can head straight to lunch! My family and I love eating at the
Cabanas buffet straight from the gangway! You should have more than enough time to enjoy a tasty lunch. Typically, the crew strives to get all staterooms ready between 1:30-2:00 p.m.; however, depending on what time you board, I suggest eating lunch first. On the day of embarkation, Cabanas is usually open until 3:15 p.m.
I can't wait for your MAGICal journey at sea next month! Please stop back to the Disney Parks Moms Panel with any other questions before you set sail!
Beth