***Illuminations Cruises-what they are and how to book one-Find one to share***

[nativetxn]

Illuminations cruises are a fun and special way to view the Illuminations fireworks at Epcot. These cruises are very popular and require some advance planning in order to get a reservation.

You will tour seven seas lagoon prior to the beginning of Illuminations and be entertained, by your boat's pilot, with Disney trivia and views of the Boardwalk and other resorts, then you anchor beneath a bridge for an unobstructed view of the fireworks. One of the things we enjoyed the most about our Illuminations cruise was being able to just get off the boat and go to our car without fighting the huge crowd that was leaving Epcot afterwards.

Illuminations cruises are technically called "Specialty Cruises". There are 3 levels and prices for these cruises and you can read about them <b>HERE</b> (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/fireworks.htm).

There are only 5 boats available for this activity and they depart either from Boardwalk or Yacht/Beach Club Marina:

<b>Pontoon Boats</b>: Only 4 pontoon boats are available for this cruise. The cost is $120 plus 6% tax for the boat (this includes the pilot). Each pontoon boat will accommodate up to 10 adults or 12 passengers if some of them are children. The cost is not determined by the number of passengers, so sharing a cruise is good idea if you want to reduce cost.

<b>The Breathless</b>: This is a <b>reproduction</b> of a 1930's ChrisCraft Runabout. It will accommodate a maximum of 7 passengers. The cost is $175 plus 6% tax. This boat departs only from the Yacht &Beach Club Marina. This vessel has more speed than the pontoons.

In addition to the basic cost of the cruise, you should allow a gratuity for the Captain. We had 4 passengers on our cruise and tipped our Captain $25. He did a great job and paid special attention to my 6 year old nephew, my dh says now, that he wishes he had tipped him more, because he just made the whole experience wonderful.

<b>How to book an Illuminations Cruise</b>:

You need to call 407-939-7529 exactly 90 days before the date you want to reserve. You can determine when to call by using the DIS's priority seating calculator if you <b>CLICK HERE</b> (http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/pscalc/dispscalc.html)

Since these cruises are so much in demand, start calling about 6:55 am <b>est</b>. If you get a recording that they are not open yet, disconnect and immediately hit redial. If you get the recording thanking you for calling hit #4 right away, as soon as the second recording begins press #2, when the third recording begins press #2. This will take you to a reservationist, if you have to hold do not disconnect or you go to the bottom of the queue.

When the reservationist answers <b>do not</b> make small talk, immediately tell him/her that you want to reserve the 8PM specialty cruise for such and such date. <b>Do not</b> ask to reserve an Illuminations cruise or you will waste time hearing that there is no such thing. After you get your reservation you can talk all you want, but these cruises are very difficult to reserve and seconds count when thousands of people are competing for only 5 boats.

When the reservationist indicates that you have obtained the reservation, tell him/her that you want to see Illuminations. He/she will then make arrangements for your cruise to depart the marina about 1/2 hour before Illuminations begins.

You will be told that they cannot guarantee that you will see Illuminations. They tell you this because, if Illuminations is delayed for any reason, your boat will still return to the marina at the end of your hour. So far, there have been no known instances where Illuminations was not seen.

If you have flexibility in your WDW itinerary, it is best to try to reserve a cruise for the first night you have available. That way, if you don't get the reservation, you can try the next day and the next, if necessary.

If you are unable to secure a reservation for an Illuminations cruise, do not give up. Cancellations happen every day. Keep calling and trying for that reservation, even when you are in WDW. I was told by a captain of one of these cruises that his boat has often sat idle because someone cancelled. You can snag a cancellation. I know, because I was lucky enough to get a cancelled cruise only 6 weeks before our trip last year.

You can also sometimes find someone who has a reservation already and is willing to share the space and cost of his cruise with you. The <b>Illuminations Cruise Central</b> posts on the Theme Parks board are there to help people match up for these cruises. There is an Illuminations Cruise Central for each month, beginning 3 months ahead of time.


Good luck getting a reservation for an Illuminations Cruise, I hope this information is helpful to you.

Katholyn

[dmermod]

I want to try and get a Illumination cruise, but I'm past the 90 day mark. Should I just forget it, or will they entertain my ressie request.

Any help will do :bounce:

Thanks in advance
Denis

[nativetxn]

I would go ahead and try for a reservation. Cancellations are common, so you might be able to land one. Just keep calling. I was able to reserve a cruise last year, only about 6 weeks out. So I know it's possible.

Katholyn

[dmermod]

Thanks nativetxn - I'll start calling tonight.

That's the last thing I need to plan for our anniversary trip. Got a lot of help from the other boards.

Thanks again !!
Denis
:bounce:

[minniepumpernickel]

We don't have time to do this, on my upcoming trip, I wish we did! Sounds so romantic! A great thing for couples to do!;)

[curtessey]

We'll be in WDW Feb 6, checking out Feb 13, 2003 and the 90 days out is quickly approaching. We'd like to reserve a cruise, but I'm wondering if they do Illuminations every night or just weekends? I've looked at disneyworld.com and can't find confirmation that far out. Anyone here know? Altho the cruise would be fun, I'd really like to enjoy the show also.'

Thanks for your help.

Mary:)

[nativetxn]

They have Illuminations every night at Epcot. Unlike Tapestry of Dreams, Illuminations is rarely cancelled. Even if it rains Illuminations goes on as scheduled :)

You're going to love Illuminations and the Illuminations cruise is just so <b>magical</b>. Good luck getting that reservation.

Katholyn

[curtessey]

Thanks for the info Katholyn, I will definitely be getting up early to call in next week.

Thanks again, I will let you know if I'm successful!

Mary

[williejs]

:wave:
Greetings. My boyfriend and I will be at WDW on March 4th, 5th, 6th, 9th, and 10th and would love to do an Illuminations Specialty Cruise, however I did not plan far enough in advance to make this possible.

We are both in our mid-40's. We would not be a pest or problem. Other than a few "oohhhs and aahhhhs" you wouldn't hear a peep from us. We'd come with cash and big smiles. Could you share a place on your boat with two midwest folks, who just want to do something "special" and away from the crowds?

Thanks for considering us.

[nativetxn]

Hi williejs, welcome to the DIS, I'm very glad you found us.

You might have more luck finding a March cruise to share if you post your request to <b>THIS THREAD</b> (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=297357)

Good luck finding a cruise to share.

Katholyn

[Nink]

There are 6 of us going for New Year's this year.

I need help with the following:

1. Is it possible to book a boat for New Year's Eve?

2. Are there late cruises for midnight as compared to the 9 pm show?

3. When should I call for reservations?

This would be especially nice since two of the people going have never been before.

Thanks.

[nativetxn]

It is my understanding that you can book a cruise for New Year's Eve. I used our handy little priority seating calculator to learn that you need to call on October 2, 2003 in order to reserve an Illuminations Cruise on 12/31/03.

Usually the cruises stop running about 10pm but they may have additional specialty cruises for midnight on New Years Eve. You should call and ask about this.

Good luck getting that reservation and let us know what you find out about any midnight boats.

Katholyn

[tonig2]

Hi

I am looking to share an Illuminations cruise on the 27th august there will only 2.

I thought it would be a really special thing to do the as me and my fiance are getting married the following day

PM if anyone has space

Thank you
Toni

[LIMOGE7]

do it . It is worth it and you will love it.

[FutureAshleyDukes]

NativeTxn - just wanted to thank you for the post. I was able to book a specialty cruise for my honeymoon. :boat:

[Paulie&andie]

We have a Wishes Fireworks cruise scheduled on May 28. We are looking for someone who has an illuminations cruise on the 24, 25, or the 27th of May and would like to also see the Wishes Fireworks. We would be willing to share our boat if you share yours. There is only two of us and we are only looking to a another couple. :firefight

[lcjones70]

I GOT IT!!!! :cool1: The “Breathless” Illuminations Cruise – a 1930 mahogany reproduction Chris Craft run-about boat. :banana:

There is a seven guest maximum. We are four adult females and 1 adult male. We have space for 2 more people to share. The cost of the cruise, plus 6.5% tax, is $190.89, divided by 7 = $27.27 per person + tip.

You must be at the Yacht Beach Marina by 8:30 p.m. and food and/or drink is not permitted on this boat.

Please e-mail me at lcjones70@my.tupperware.com if you are interested in joining us! :cheer2:

Thanks
Laurel

[karma3939]

Hi... if there are just two of us, can we book a cruise? I have been reading some things that say you need a minimum of four people. I have no problem sharing the boat at all, but it might be difficult to plan that out this far in advance. We are going in November (2005). Thanks!

[wallyb]

:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

We did this on our last trip.

It was a dampish coldish night...we had to run to make it there on time...
and it was still the BEST thing!

Way cool.

[tinkamom]

Does anyone have an Illumination cruise booked for the begining of May that they want to share?

[tifandjim]

We also might be interested in sharing one if anyone has one for next week...

[trdgrl]

If anyone has a cruise booked between May 18 - May 23th, we'd be really interesting in sharing.

[bgmvp]

September 8 or 9, 2006: Two adult married couples would like to share the cost of an illuminations cruise.
duffer (@) insightbb (dot) com

[kimis]

I have a question. Does the illuminations show over after the park is closed? If so how do you get back to POR? Thank you. I am looking for something romantic for our 31 wedding anniversary. Thank you!

[bgmvp]

I have a question. Does the illuminations show over after the park is closed? If so how do you get back to POR? Thank you. I am looking for something romantic for our 31 wedding anniversary. Thank you!

The attractions are closed except for a few souvenir shops and snack places. Transportation runs until midnight I think.

But don't be in rush to leave, find a place to sit down and watch the crowd because there are huge lines for WDW transportation. And after the initial rush of people leaving it's nice just to sit and enjoy the evening.

Happy Anniversary, we're doing our 38th anniversary at WDW in September! :cool1:

PS: still looking to share a cruise as posted before

[kimis]

Congratulations!

[roxinsox1966]

hey, i just posted a share a cruise for illuminations...the only date i was able to get was mar 4. we are a group of 5 from alaska. roxinsox1966@hotmail.com

[NEVERENOUGHWDW]

Hi All,

Illuminations is not on Seven Seas Lagoon. Illuninations is in Epcot not the Magic Kingdom. Hoping nobody has booked a private/specialty cruise on the wrong body of water....

[cobird2]

I've always wondered about them.
Thanks for the info. It's something to do next trip.
Pat

[me15]

If anyone has a wishes cruise booked for Saturday march 31st or sunday april 1st and has 2 spots open I would love to be able to jump on your cruise. Just let me know how much and what time i will need to be there. Keeping my fingers crossed =)

[Vic Romano]

Very helpful, thanks! Always wondered how to do this. A bit pricy, but I'm sure it's worth it!

[rlsrlj]

We will be there March 16-18 '07...if anyone is intersted in sharing the cruise with 2 others...please let me know...thanks!
rlsrlj@aol.com

Richard

[disneycake]

I posted this in the other section for cruises, but figured in case people only read in this board I was wondering if anyone has an Illuminations or Wishes cruise they would be willing to share with 2 adults for May 13, 14, or 15?? If you do please PM me and I'll try to get back to you right away.

Thanks!!1

[momsoftwins]

hi i have the wishes cruise booked for 4-25-07 (wednesday) and have 5 openings. it is myself and my twin daughters (almost 4 yrsold) if any one is interested please PM me or email me at missbehavin2121@yahoo.com
thanks all
kerri
ps i know its not an illuminations cruise but i thought it wouldnt hurt to chech in here too

[beary62]

Would love to share an Illuminations cruise on 9/13/07??? It would be me and DH. Let me know. THanks:)

[chriskre]

I just returned from a nice relaxing stay at Wilderness Lodge and we did a little boat thing on our own. We took the water taxi that goes from Wilderness Lodge to Contemporary and then to the campground and stayed on it from about 8:45 til 9:15. We got a great seat to see the fireworks from Magic Kingdom and saw it all from the lagoon. Didn't have to pay for the cruise either. I'm sure this can probably be done near the Epcot resorts too to see the show from closer to Epcot although I haven't tried it yet. That's for next trip. Just thought I'd add my 2 cents. Christine:surfweb:

[kdsjjb]

The only link that will work for me is the June link. None of the others will open. Is this my computer, or are the links not routed correctly? Please help, I would love to share a cruise when we go in Sept.

Thank you so much.

[beary62]

I am happy and sad to say we have already found somone to share with. GOod lukc to you!

[englishrose47]

Looking way ahead Cruise sounds great Going Feb 2008 and may be solo would love to get in on one Any Febbers??

[snowdrift7]

My husband and I will be celebrating our 25th anniversary and are treating ourselves to two cruises: Illuminations on Sept 9 and Wishes on Sept 11th .

If anyone would like to join us on one or both of these cruises, please PM me.

cynthia
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[Lizzybear]

I have a Wishes cruise with music booked for 26th September and have one place left. I thought i'd offer it up to any solo travellers who might be interested :goodvibes Cost is $32.50 including a tip for the captain, PM me if interested!

[englishrose47]

What time do they leave ? I'm wondering to know for Supper ADRS. Then in Feb I'll belooking fora spot on acruise!

[billwendy]

Hi - Does anyone have any room on board for 2 quiet adults for September 10, 2007???? Thanks so much, wendy

[billwendy]

hi - i was wondering if anyone had space for 7 calm adults any of these nights on an epcot or magic kingdom lagoon cruise?????

thanks so much, wendy

[mushumadness]

hiya

I am looking to see if anybody has room in january, we get married on the 28th and would love a cruise

[jklms]

We booked the Wishes Cruise for November 1, planning on another family going with us, but they cannot make it, so we have lots of room for others to join us. It is just DH and me so far!

[TSWJan78]

The September link is not working so I thought I would post here.. I have room for 2 for Illuminations on 9/5. Let me know if you are intrested.

Tara

[englishrose47]

Anyone got a spot for Feb 8th for 1?

[Donald is #1]

Anyone have room for Oct 11-14?

[stingray65]

Hi,
Anyone have room for 2 seniors Nov3-Nov9 for a wishes cruise?

[Tikihula]

Hi all. The first post about Illuminations Cruises is very outdated and the links have also not been kept current. There is a very active list of available cruises, and people looking to share cruises, on the Theme Parks Attractions and Strategies forum of the DIS Boards. You might have better luck posting your cruise information there. The cost of the Illuminations Cruise pontoon boat is currently $275 (includes tax) plus a tip for the driver. I'm not sure about the other boats, but there are several posts about it on the other forum.

[odhrty]

We have room for 2 nice people on Breathless II for Halloween night. My family of 4 have which includes a 9 and 10 year have it rented that night. Cost would be split per person. Total cost is $275 + captains tip

[kdsjjb]

DW and I are looking for two spots on an Illuminations cruise for Thursday September 13th.

We have done a Wishes cruise before, and would love to try the Illuminations.

I hate to be so date specific, but the 13th is the only night that will work for our schedule.

I'm sure it's a long shot but if anyone has any room, please let me know.

Thanks!

[YodasMom]

If anyone has space for an extra person, I would love to take this cruise. I'm available to do it anywhere from Oct 1-5, 2007.

[RBuchina]

I have spots available for an Illuminations Cruise on November 11. Boat leaves from the Beach Club around 8:30. PM me if interested in joining us.

Ray

[expatinvallarta]

TSWJan78
Do you still have the 2 spaces for 9/5?

[expatinvallarta]

Do you still have the 2 spaces for 9/5?

[OnceUponADream07]

We are three (3) adults looking to share an Illuminations Cruise on Nov. 29th. We are doing the Candle Light Processional - anyone know if that gives us enough time to get to the boat dock? Hope we can find a spot. Thanks.:dance3:

[Donald is #1]

Still looking for either a wishes (or hallowishes) cruise with sound or an illuminations cruise for 3 adults for any night from 10/11-10/14.

[Gens925]

Hello, my husband and I just decided a few days ago to head to Disney for our anniversary. I just learned about the cruises and this forum. Does anyone have a booking that we could jump in on with you and share in the cost?

[ErickaJo]

We'll be honeymooning from the 9th to the 13th of October. I'd love to split the price with another group.

[smithhefler]

We now have space for only 3 more people to join us on our Wishes Birthday Cruise on 11/14/07. Price will be determined by the number of people actually splitting costs - but the total cost is $300. The boat will have the piped in audio and decorated for the celebrations. We are
supposed to meet at the Wilderness Lodge Marina at 7:15 with the boat
departing at 7:30. At this time I have 7 adults on the boat and would
love to add your family or families. If interested please respond to this thread or email me at smithhefler@hughes.net Thank you so much and have a magical day!!
Dawn
30 days and counting!!!

[Spork]

Hey we are going for our honeymoon the (oct) 22-28 if there is anything avail that would be great we will have our 6 month old 26-28

[shani1243]

We'll be in WDW Feb 6, checking out Feb 13, 2003 and the 90 days out is quickly approaching. We'd like to reserve a cruise, but I'm wondering if they do Illuminations every night or just weekends? I've looked at disneyworld.com and can't find confirmation that far out. Anyone here know? Altho the cruise would be fun, I'd really like to enjoy the show also.'

Thanks for your help.

Mary:)

Hubby and I will be there from the 4th to 9th, want to share?

[DisneyLover75]

I know we'd like to do it when we go in December. I just think I found out about it way too late to be able to get in on this.

We wanted to take advantage of all this good stuff, since this trip is without my kids!

But we'd have to share to justify the cost, and it's probably too late in the game. I'd sure love to hear about this though!

[CountyMounty]

Disnelover75 it may not be too late you can always call and ask. I also read that if you really want a cruise but couldn't get one booked you should try again early in the morning each day while you are there as they sometimes have a last minute cancelation, good luck.

[TagsMissy]

Anybody have room for 2 adults the first week of September?? :goodvibes

[MinnieMom]

I have a Breathless cruise booked to surprise DH for our 10th anniversary on 9/17 for Illuminations. The Breathless can accomodate 6 passengers, so we have room for 4 more.

Total is $293 with tax, but we will also have to add Captain's tip to it, so probably a total of about $348 or $58 per person.

Send me a PM if you are interested!

[Miky7]

:sail:Hello! If there is anyone who would like to share a cruise or has room for 2 on one they already have booked for 9/15, please let me know! It would be a nice surprise for my Boyfriend. I can't justify the expense of the rental for just the 2 of us so figured I'd throw it out there and see if I get any takers!

Thanks!!
Michelle

[coaster32]

I would love to split the cost of booking the breathless for sept 20,21, or 22. Me and my fiancee will be there and her birthday is the 22nd, but any of the 3 nights would work!

message me if you might have a rezzy or be interested!

we are 37/40 if that matters....

[Hmom]

We have room for 1 more person to join our cruise from the Grand Floridian docks to see Wishes from the MK. Cost is $31.95 per person. This is a birthday cruise for our 5 year old son pirate: . You would be welcome to join us in some birthday cake!

Please PM if interested :)

Have a great day!

[Donald is #1]

If anyone has room for 4 more on an Illuminations cruise for 11/10 please let me know. Our group is 2 adults and 2 kids (10 & 11). If you have room, I will gladly split the costs.

[magicmat]

We will be in Orlando between 7th and 15th November, and would LOVE to join a cruise booking. We are 2 adults, Samantha 23 and Matthew 31 from the UK and would be great company! :wizard: PLEASE get in touch if you have any space! Thanks

Matthew

[karentan]

we're in orlando from 9th to 24th november, and would love to join a wishes/illuminations cruise if anyone's got space!! there's only 2 of us, me (karen), 28, and hubby (gary), 27
if anyone's got space and wants to share, please PM me!:)

[YoMickey]

We have one booked for the 23rd of November. PM if you're interested.

ME, Wife, 3 kids and a bottle of champagne, celebrating our 14th wedding anniversary.

[lucky120608]

i know its kind of last minute, but anybody got room for monday, december 8 for 2 adults?

[wags27]

Dec 6th to Dec 12th. We are getting married on Dec 5th and are spending the first half of our honeymoon in Disney.

lucky120608 we should meet up at some point compare notes on how our weddings went.

[snowdrift7]

:boat: We've reserved an Illuminations Cruise for May 14th. We're looking for some fellow DIS-ers to join us. We love this cruise and each time we go, we share it with great folks we've met on DIS.

If anyone's interested in joining us, let me know. If you've never been and you love fireworks, then you really shouldn't miss it. If you've been before, well then you know what a memorable experience it is. :boat:

[Carrieannew]

:boat: We've reserved an Illuminations Cruise for May 14th. We're looking for some fellow DIS-ers to join us. We love this cruise and each time we go, we share it with great folks we've met on DIS.

If anyone's interested in joining us, let me know. If you've never been and you love fireworks, then you really shouldn't miss it. If you've been before, well then you know what a memorable experience it is. :boat:

Hey Snow! Going to send you a PM later. I am interested

[katman2540]

Anyone interested in sharing a cruise with my wife and myself? We will be there jun 28 to jul 5 fo our first anniversary.

[Tbelle1976]

I know it's a little early, but DH and I will be at WDW from Sept 26-Oct 1 and wanted to see if anyone would be interested in sharing a cruise? We are leaving for home on Oct 1 so we could not do it that night, and we are traveling w/o our kids this time so we would prefer no kids on the cruise we do. If anyone is interested please PM me so that we can work on dates that would be good. :dance3:

[Princessclab]

We are interested in sharing a cruise with others too! We will be there in August, 2009. I will be with my niece; she is an adult.
We are open any night.
Looking forward to going back to the parks!:cheer2:

Let me know if anyone is interested.
Caron

:upsidedow

[Costumesaremylife]

There used to be threads for cruise shares each month. I can't find them anymore. Does anyone know where they went? I tried searching and couldn't find a thing.

[PictureJumpr]

It's on the Theme Parks Attractions board in the Theme Parks Community sub-board, it's a sticky. :thumbsup2

[tlcrnicu]

Hello and thank you for your info...
Do you need theme park admission tickets to Epcot to be able to "do" the cruise? I plan on trying to get a resie for our trip in Sept. If I do, I would probably post the extra seats (there are only 2 of us) for others to enjoy. Which boat do you recommend more? The ChrisCraft sounds fun, but if you're parked for part of the time is it worth it? What is the etiquette after posting? Do you just "hook up" at the dock? (Sounds like a bad blind date, doesn't it?) What is a fair amount to ask for a share? I know, I know, lots of questions.............
Thank you all for reading and hopefully responding to this post!

[PictureJumpr]

You do not need admission to Epcot to do the cruise. The boats depart from the marina at a hotel outside the park gates (usually the Yacht Club) and will enter the park boundary through a channel and park under a bridge. It is not possible for you to disembark the boat inside the park, so they do not require admission. The boat will return your party to the marina after the show.

There are only a couple of boat types available for this cruise. They are all driven by a Disney captain, the cost of which is included in the cruise cost. Most of the time you will be on a pontoon boat which will seat up to ten people. You can also reserve the Breathless for this, which is the ChrisCraft boat, and seats up to six. If you are using the Breathless and have all six people participating, then the per-person cost is a little over $49 not including gratuity (total boat cost comes to a little under $300 with tax). The pontoon boats, since they will hold more people, come out to $29-34 per person including tax but not including gratuity, assuming all ten seats are used.

When I book one with extra space, I generally divide the cost including standard gratuity by ten, and ask those joining us to contribute that amount per person. For example, I have a wishes cruise to share on April 25, total cost including standard gratuity is $400, so I put it out at $40 a head.

Generally, I 'talk' to our fellow cruisers in the weeks leading up to the trip via e-mail, and we meet at the dock on the night of the cruise. When you book your reservation, Disney will give you the appropriate marina telephone number and ask that you call at 14 days out to confirm pickup date and time, and after I make that call I send an e-mail to fellow cruisers to give them the confirmed information and my last name so the marina personnel can help them find the right boat if they have trouble locating us.

[tlcrnicu]

Thank you, thank you, thank you, for the very fast and informative answer to my questions! I will keep my fingers crossed that I get a boat or am able to join a fellow dis board member on theirs! tlcrnicu

[PIGLET11]

hi what up

[1bigwdwfan]

hi what up

lucky you to be leaving in five days!

[Disneysince1993]

We have been going to Disney for 20 years and this is the first I have heard of this being available. Wow!! I just joined and already I have great info to run with. Thanks.

[Donald is #1]

We have been going to Disney for 20 years and this is the first I have heard of this being available. Wow!! I just joined and already I have great info to run with. Thanks.

Welcome to the DISBoards!

[kathylovesmatt]

:):)We'll be visiting Disney 10/17 - 10/25. Thought it might be nice to surprise my husband with an illuminations cruise. Anyone cruisng any of those nights that we might share? We'd be willing to split cost. We're in our 50's and will be celebrating our 6th anniversary on 10/19/09.

[cindy_in_california]

amazing!

[eeyoregon]

Hi. I am part of an Illuminations cruise share for October 6. We have one single seat left for any solo that is interested. The cost will be split among the participants. The boat holds 10 and costs $319.50 + tip.

If you would like to join us, send a PM to Disneyg1rl and let her know.

[honeydiane1953]

I took a one day cruise just far enough to be in international waters so folks could gamble. I hated it so as for me I don't think I would like to cruise. I am going to WDW for the second time this yr. in Oct. How much do these cruises run? I am guessing cheaper than staying for 8 days in the world. But I really don't know. Anyone gotta guess.:cool1:

[eeyoregon]

I took a one day cruise just far enough to be in international waters so folks could gamble. I hated it so as for me I don't think I would like to cruise. I am going to WDW for the second time this yr. in Oct. How much do these cruises run? I am guessing cheaper than staying for 8 days in the world. But I really don't know. Anyone gotta guess.:cool1:

For the regular pontoon type boats the cost is around $300. The pontoons hold 10 people which makes the per person cost $30 plus tip. The cruise is just a few hours long and is either a Wishes or an Illuminations cruise.

gina

[BELLE1109]

2 adults would like to share cruises for either Wishes or Illuminations Nov 5-9, 2009.

thanks!

[babybaja2]

What is the main difference with the Wishes or Illuminations cruises? Other than which show you are seeing.. lol..
I heard that the Wishes cruises pipe in the music from the show, is that true, and does Illuminations do the same?
Is there a difference in the boats used? If so, which is more romantic?
Can you bring your own picnic basket/wine?
Anything else I should know? princess:

[babybaja2]

OK, so I booked a cruise for the 15th of Nov. :woohoo: So now looking for anyone else that would like to join us... still have room for 3 people :thumbsup2