2015 sail dates?

[CruznLexi]

Well I convinced my husband to do the WBTA! We have done Hawaii on RCI and did the WBPC. So can finally start planning just put them out already. We are on the Magic this weekend so that would be a great time to release them.

 

[Tink2312]

Really fed up with the waiting now. I'm hoping for a special 30th birthday cruise either Baltic or TA. I know we're not talking real-world problems, but I'm getting frustrated waiting on these itineraries

 

[ShellB8585]

Really fed up with the waiting now. I'm hoping for a special 30th birthday cruise either Baltic or TA. I know we're not talking real-world problems, but I'm getting frustrated waiting on these itineraries

I'm looking for a special 30th birthday cruise. I'm so eager to get booked I just wish DCL would get on with it!!!

 

[jenf22]

Really fed up with the waiting now. I'm hoping for a special 30th birthday cruise either Baltic or TA. I know we're not talking real-world problems, but I'm getting frustrated waiting on these itineraries

I'm looking for a special 30th birthday cruise. I'm so eager to get booked I just wish DCL would get on with it!!!

Are you two showing off??? I'm waiting to book 2015 for my 40th birthday

Maybe next week...

 

[MAJPLO]

Are you two showing off??? I'm waiting to book 2015 for my 40th birthday

Maybe next week...

Me too! Lol

 

[Tink2312]

Are you two showing off??? I'm waiting to book 2015 for my 40th birthday

Maybe next week...

Hopefully we'll all get the news we want

 

[davidls]

Does anyone remember when Disney put out the second half of the 2014 itineraries? That may be a good barometer for when they post the second half of 2015. Like all of you, anxiously awaiting the second half of 2015to be announced.

 

[sweetlovin']

Does anyone remember when Disney put out the second half of the 2014 itineraries? That may be a good barometer for when they post the second half of 2015. Like all of you, anxiously awaiting the second half of 2015to be announced.

The dates from last year were Feb 11th. It's come and gone

 

[Douvres Family]

We've done 3 Disney cruises and loved them . We did 1 short NCL and we were not happy at all .

Like many others on this board I'd like to start planning our vacation for summer 2015. We will be celebrating DS HS graduation and DH 50th bday .

I've been contemplating cruising with Royal Caribbean or Norweigian...but I'm afraid we will be dispappointed .

Is room service included in these? Are the rooms that much smaller (I can tell we lose storing space). Are there many different "NICE" options for dinner that is included? Can we add a wine/beer package?

 

[davidls]

The dates from last year were Feb 11th. It's come and gone

Well, there goes that theory!!! Wish they, (DCL), would be consistent.

 

[pillow]

We've done 3 Disney cruises and loved them . We did 1 short NCL and we were not happy at all .

Like many others on this board I'd like to start planning our vacation for summer 2015. We will be celebrating DS HS graduation and DH 50th bday .

I've been contemplating cruising with Royal Caribbean or Norweigian...but I'm afraid we will be dispappointed .

Is room service included in these? Are the rooms that much smaller (I can tell we lose storing space). Are there many different "NICE" options for dinner that is included? Can we add a wine/beer package?

We are doing the same. DS graduates in May, so we are planning an Alaska cruise. I am going back and forth between Royal Caribbean and Disney (RCCL pricing was just released a few days ago by the way). Comparing outside window/porthole rooms, RCCL Radiance is 164 sq ft, DCL Wonder is 210 - a pretty big difference. Part of this can be attributed to extra space allotted to the split bath on Disney. Take a look at the thread I started in the Royal Caribbean section for more info . . .

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3217840

I don't know if RCCL offers "free" room service. I do know they offer wine/beer packages. I know the Radiance (Alaska ship) has several specialty restaurants for which you must pay extra.

Jodie

 

[klepton]

We've done 3 Disney cruises and loved them . We did 1 short NCL and we were not happy at all .

Like many others on this board I'd like to start planning our vacation for summer 2015. We will be celebrating DS HS graduation and DH 50th bday .

I've been contemplating cruising with Royal Caribbean or Norweigian...but I'm afraid we will be dispappointed .

Is room service included in these? Are the rooms that much smaller (I can tell we lose storing space). Are there many different "NICE" options for dinner that is included? Can we add a wine/beer package?

You're going to get dozens of response, and dozens of individual differing opinions on this.

I've cruised 10 or so times on 4 different lines (DCL, NCL, RCCL, CCL). Though I admittedly don't have a large enough sample to make an accurate comparison, here's how I rank the lines:

1) DCL
2) RCCL (very close second)
3) CCL (distant 3rd)
4) NCL (distant 4th)

I admit that's not necessarily fair of me, it's so dependent on the ships. For Royal we cruised on the Allure which I absolutely loved! But we've never done one of the bigger Carnival or NCL ships, only some of the smaller ones. It's possible (though unlikely I think) that we would enjoy the Carnival Breeze or Norwegian Breakaway more than the Allure. We've also only done the Magic on DCL, it's possible that after our Fantasy cruise next month RCCL becomes a distant second. It's also possible the DCL slides down.

As far as room size, if you compare category by category Carnival is really the only line that compares to DCL in room size. However, for the price you'll pay on DCL, you can likely get a much higher category on another line that will likely yield you the same (or in most cases more) room compared to DCL.

For food... I don't think any line is all that great. NCL is probably the best *IF* you do their specialty dining every night. RCCL also has a number of specialty dining options, especially on the bigger ships. All of this costs extra, but if food is important I would factor that in to the cost of the cruise. If you're ok with Applebees quality dining, and want to do the main dining room every night, I would personally steer clear of NCL. I'm also not a fan of CCL's new menu. Before 2012 I really enjoyed their menu, but the new one just doesn't sit as well.

Each line has drink and wine packages, none allow you to bring on your own beer or liquor like DCL does. Of these four lines, IMHO RCCL has the best drink package, but they each have their own nuances and sweet spots, so you should look at the differences and see what fits best for you.

Every line has room service. We typically only use room service for breakfast, and for that I think RCCL, at least on the Allure, shines the brightest. DCL is nice though, the cookies, cheese plates, etc are somewhat unique.

If I were you... I'd start another thread for this question, and also read through the numerous other threads in the past on the subject.

Lastly, I'll say we've never had a bad cruise. If you can manage your expectations and understand the differences in the cruise lines/ships, there's no reason you can't have a good time no matter what you choose.

 

[pillow]

Each line has drink and wine packages, none allow you to bring on your own beer or liquor like DCL does.

Although RCCL forbids bringing your own beer or liquor onboard, they do allow you to bring 2 bottles of wine/champagne per stateroom. Of course, this is one of the first things I researched - lol.

Jodie

 

[klepton]

Although RCCL forbids bringing your own beer or liquor onboard, they do allow you to bring 2 bottles of wine/champagne per stateroom. Of course, this is one of the first things I researched - lol.

Jodie

Yes, this seems to be pretty standard across lines. CCL allows you to bring 1 bottle of wine per person. Technically is each person over 21, but I've carried on 4 bottles before with my kids and no one said anything.

Back when I cruised NCL, you were actually able to take boxes of wine on. I'm not sure if they still do that.

RCCL *really* improved their drink package late last year. Their ultimate package used to only allow you to get house wine, now you can get any wine up to $12/glass. That was huge! I also loved getting free bottled water all over the ship.

 

[Douvres Family]

You're going to get dozens of response, and dozens of individual differing opinions on this.

I've cruised 10 or so times on 4 different lines (DCL, NCL, RCCL, CCL). Though I admittedly don't have a large enough sample to make an accurate comparison, here's how I rank the lines:

1) DCL
2) RCCL (very close second)
3) CCL (distant 3rd)
4) NCL (distant 4th)


Lastly, I'll say we've never had a bad cruise. If you can manage your expectations and understand the differences in the cruise lines/ships, there's no reason you can't have a good time no matter what you choose.

Thank you...this is very helpful. The other ships I considered were NCL Breakaway, and RCCL Allure and Oassis of the Seas

I was not aware the room service was NOT at an extra cost with the other cruise lines...very interesting.

Once again... Thank you for your response...I will start a different thread as you suggested.

Although RCCL forbids bringing your own beer or liquor onboard, they do allow you to bring 2 bottles of wine/champagne per stateroom. Of course, this is one of the first things I researched - lol.

Jodie

Great! That takes care of me... Thanks Jodie!

 

[Douvres Family]

We are doing the same. DS graduates in May, so we are planning an Alaska cruise. I am going back and forth between Royal Caribbean and Disney (RCCL pricing was just released a few days ago by the way). Comparing outside window/porthole rooms, RCCL Radiance is 164 sq ft, DCL Wonder is 210 - a pretty big difference. Part of this can be attributed to extra space allotted to the split bath on Disney. Take a look at the thread I started in the Royal Caribbean section for more info . . .

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3217840

I don't know if RCCL offers "free" room service. I do know they offer wine/beer packages. I know the Radiance (Alaska ship) has several specialty restaurants for which you must pay extra.

Jodie

Nice option to consider...thanks again Jodie

Regards, Kat

 

[mylittlebirdie]

If they don't announce soon, my 2015 Hawaiian cruise will be on the Star Princess. The price can't be beat, and I'm getting impatient.

 

[luv2sleep]

If they don't announce soon, my 2015 Hawaiian cruise will be on the Star Princess. The price can't be beat, and I'm getting impatient.

I'd put a deposit in that ASAP. You can always cancel if you decide to go with DCL.

 

[DISNEY FANTASY]

There is a new rumour, which has surfaced again links with Disney film frozen and ABD, and seems to be in the same direction as the Baltic rumours.



Disney Magic is sailing to the Norwegian Fjords 2015

 

[DisneyOHFan]

Disney Magic is sailing to the Norwegian Fjords 2015

That would be fabulous. I hope that rumor is correct.