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Luv2Diz · 01-02-2013, 05:05 PM

We've been on 2 DCL cruises and I just bought the PassPorter to have on hand for reference for future cruises.

I like the format and easy to find information. It is a good supplement to what I read here on the Disboards.

I can't imagine they are coming out with a new book in Feb 2013. It took them almost all year to get the 2012 -Tenth edition out after a number of publishing delays!

Bought it on Amazon for around $13. The DCL PassPorter does NOT have the yellow pocket folder pages like the WDW book does. (Or at least the bound book that I bought doesn't. Not sure if PassPorter sells a binder that has them.)

dwonderz · 01-02-2013, 05:13 PM

PassPorter is our favorite guidebook - and it has been very helpful in planning our first cruise!

We like it to just have a reference when we're on the ship and won't have easy access to the internet

!

hbg4 · 01-02-2013, 08:19 PM

The DCL deluxe version has pockets similar to that of the WDW book.
The last time I purchased, the passporter website allow you to download the ebook version in advance while waiting for the printed version.
As mentioned this book is great especially when you don't have access to the internet. I love my kindle fire version, since it is a lot more portable and always accessible. I trim the deluxe folder down to the essentials and pockets only while travelling.

Lisa Lisa · 01-02-2013, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by bumbershoot

I buy them at passporter.com.

Oh, hey, look at that, I see on their boards that there IS a Feb edition coming out. They say it will include the new ports and 2013 special itineraries.

This is frustrating. I ordered the most recent edition from Amazon as soon as it came out and was disappointed that there was no specific information about San Juan excursions. I don't see ordering another so soon -- assuming it comes out on time.

To answer the OP's question, I think it would be worthwhile to order one of the most recent editions since they include lots of info specific to the Dream and Fantasy. We were on the Dream last February and I'm on the Disboard all the time, but I still find the book very useful.

bumbershoot · 01-02-2013, 10:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Luv2Diz

We've been on 2 DCL cruises and I just bought the PassPorter to have on hand for reference for future cruises.

I like the format and easy to find information. It is a good supplement to what I read here on the Disboards.

I can't imagine they are coming out with a new book in Feb 2013. It took them almost all year to get the 2012 -Tenth edition out after a number of publishing delays!

Bought it on Amazon for around $13. The DCL PassPorter does NOT have the yellow pocket folder pages like the WDW book does. (Or at least the bound book that I bought doesn't. Not sure if PassPorter sells a binder that has them.)

I bought the deluxe edition with the ring binder, and that one does come with the passpockets. And I bought extra passpockets.

The post, just replied to by the co-owner/author on 12/29, says they are coming out with another edition soon.

I was shocked, too!

beachin · 01-03-2013, 07:49 PM

Thanks for the info. I will have to check it out!

01-02-2013, 05:05 PM	#16
Luv2Diz We love the Wonder and Magic of Disney cruising! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Great Northwest Posts: 934	We've been on 2 DCL cruises and I just bought the PassPorter to have on hand for reference for future cruises. I like the format and easy to find information. It is a good supplement to what I read here on the Disboards. I can't imagine they are coming out with a new book in Feb 2013. It took them almost all year to get the 2012 -Tenth edition out after a number of publishing delays! Bought it on Amazon for around $13. The DCL PassPorter does NOT have the yellow pocket folder pages like the WDW book does. (Or at least the bound book that I bought doesn't. Not sure if PassPorter sells a binder that has them.) __________________ DL 1969, DL 1971, DL 1972, DL 1996. WDW 1974 Offsite, 1977 Offsite, 1981 Offsite, 1985 Offsite, 1988Offsite, Sept. 2005 Shades of Green, Sept. 2008 SOG, Sept. 2009 POR, January 2010 POR, Sept. 2011 POR, Wonder Alaska 8/27/12, Magic W. Caribbean 12/1/12, Magic Bahamas 5/10/13 Last edited by Luv2Diz; 01-02-2013 at 05:12 PM.

01-02-2013, 05:13 PM	#17
dwonderz Mouseketeer Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Northeast Posts: 257	PassPorter is our favorite guidebook - and it has been very helpful in planning our first cruise! We like it to just have a reference when we're on the ship and won't have easy access to the internet ! __________________ Disney Dream 2013 ~ Wilderness Lodge/All Star Movies 2011 ~ Animal Kingdom Lodge/Coronado Springs 2010 ~ Hard Rock Hotel 2008 "It all started with a mouse " - Walt Disney "999 Ghosts ... And there's always room for one more" - The Haunted Mansion

01-02-2013, 08:19 PM	#18
hbg4 Ask me where I'm going on my next vacation ? Disney World of course Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NYC Posts: 710	The DCL deluxe version has pockets similar to that of the WDW book. The last time I purchased, the passporter website allow you to download the ebook version in advance while waiting for the printed version. As mentioned this book is great especially when you don't have access to the internet. I love my kindle fire version, since it is a lot more portable and always accessible. I trim the deluxe folder down to the essentials and pockets only while travelling. __________________ DVC member BCV, BWV, SSR, AKV 51 visits to Walt Disney World and still counting 3 visits to Disney Land 6 cruises on Disney Magic 6 cruises on Disney Dream 2 cruises on Disney Wonder and 1 cruise on the Disney Fantasy

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01-03-2013, 07:49 PM	#21
beachin Earning My Ears Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 19	Thanks for the info. I will have to check it out!