Can the Illuminations Birthday Cruise be an Anniversary Cruise instead?

[LAWalz23]

If we are lucky enough to book an Illuminations cruise for either the 13th or 114th of August. We would like to surprise my parents and have it decorated for their 50th anniversary which is the 15th. Has anyone ever done this or is it possible? Thanks for any info.

 

[nativetxn]

I've never done this but I'll bet it's possible. When you call and make the reservation, after you make the reservation, tell them that it will be their wedding anniversary, an amazing anniversary Congratulations to your parents and good luck with this.

Katholyn

 

[LAWalz23]

Thanks for the quick answer. We will give it a try.

 

[GONETODISNEY]

For $18.00 they will decorate the boat with any theme you desire. You can also order a number of assorted food-- like champagne and strawberries, or sandwhiches and drinks, anniversary cake-- you name it, if you pay they will arrange.

 

[LAWalz23]

Do I use the same 1-800-wdw-play to make those arrrangements? Thanks for the info.

 

[maine_jennifer]

Yes this can be done. We did this in January for my parents 40th anniversary. It was a total of $220 + a tip for the driver.

Here is a link that explains the pricing.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/recreation/fireworks.htm

The decorations consisted of balloons and a banner (i think).

The cake was chocolate with white icing. It was more than enough for the 9 of us and was wonderful - except they cover it in fondant and that's not the tastiest thing, so we didn't eat it. You can also get it white cake and chocolate frosting or white and white or chocolate and chocolate.

Sodas & water were also available, too.

Yes, you use the -407-WDW-PLAY number.

We had a wonderful time. One thing I recommend is that you have your parents sit in the front, opposite the driver. Even though the whole boat has good seats, my parents sat on the same side as the driver and they had to kind of turn to see what was going on. I sat on the opposite side and the view was great. Once tie up for the show, if you have anyone in the back, invite them to the front, it's harder to see everything from out back.

Also, here is a link to the IllumiNations thread. Even though you won't be sharing it with other DISers, it has great info on how to call.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=560160

And actually, when I called, the reservationist told me to say, the date, IllumiNations cruise, and party of ??, when I tried again the next day. She said they understand when you have to cut them off. I know some people get the "there is no IllumiNations cruise" speal, but I didn't.

If you have any other questions, let me know.

 

[LAWalz23]

Thanks for the great info. We actually did an Illuminations cruise two years ago and my mom liked it so much she offered to treat us but we want to surprise her and my dad with the decorations and stuff.