Cash/Account How Much Do You Plan

[Mom2OakandEm]

Hello,

We are going on our first Disney cruise in September and I have no idea what to expect or plan for. There are 4 of us Me, boyfriend and 2 daughters (14 & 10)

We have a $300 OBC and I should have right around $650 is Disney Visa Reward Points by the time we go. Should I add more money to my account.

I'd like to do a mixology and maybe a brunch at Palo, if we can get ressies. I don't have plans to go to the spa, but maybe I should I have no idea. We're not big drinkers, but we'll probably have a few.

I'm not sure how my kids feel about the kids clubs, but they at least promised to check them out.

I know we'll need some cash for tips for room service.

And I know the kids will want to do some shopping while on board.

What else am I missing that I should plan for?

Thanks for any help and direction you can give me

 

[KalamityJane]

How long of a cruise is it and are the gratuities paid? How many stops?

 

[PrincessShmoo]

Hello,

We are going on our first Disney cruise in September and I have no idea what to expect or plan for. There are 4 of us Me, boyfriend and 2 daughters (14 & 10)

We have a $300 OBC and I should have right around $650 is Disney Visa Reward Points by the time we go. Should I add more money to my account.

I'd like to do a mixology and maybe a brunch at Palo, if we can get ressies. I don't have plans to go to the spa, but maybe I should I have no idea. We're not big drinkers, but we'll probably have a few.

I'm not sure how my kids feel about the kids clubs, but they at least promised to check them out.

I know we'll need some cash for tips for room service.

And I know the kids will want to do some shopping while on board.

What else am I missing that I should plan for?

Thanks for any help and direction you can give me

Are you planning on any excursions? Tips for guides/drivers.

Tips for porters at terminal.

Mixology costs between $20-$35 each. Brunch is $30 each (plus gratuity). Drinks run between $2.00 (soda) to $10 (alcoholic).

Popcorn in the movies? Are you thinking about whether you want to purchase professional photos?

 

[Mom2OakandEm]

How long of a cruise is it and are the gratuities paid? How many stops?

Oops that information might be helpful.
It's a 7 night Western Caribbean cruise stops include; Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Falmouth and CC

 

[Mom2OakandEm]

Are you planning on any excursions? Tips for guides/drivers.

Tips for porters at terminal.

Mixology costs between $20-$35 each. Brunch is $60 each (plus gratuity). Drinks run between $2.00 (soda) to $10 (alcoholic).

Popcorn in the movies? Are you thinking about whether you want to purchase professional photos?

I'd like to do an excursion or 2 so if anyone knows of some good ones I'm open to suggestions.
Popcorn at the movies I think that's probably a must, my boyfriend loooves popcorn

And yes I'm thinking about doing the photo package since it's our first cruise. The cost is holding me up a little, but I do love photos so I'll probably cave and do it

 

[KristiMc]

For a 7-night cruise we usually spend around $1500-2000 for a family of 4.

Gratuities, adult dining, excursions, special coffee, spa treatment, alcoholic drinks, smoothies for kids at dinner, pictures, onboard booking, laundry, shopping, BINGO, tastings.

If you add more $$ using your Disney Visa pre-cruise you will get the 0%/6 months offer.

 

[Mom2OakandEm]

For a 7-night cruise we usually spend around $1500-2000 for a family of 4.

Gratuities, adult dining, excursions, special coffee, spa treatment, alcoholic drinks, smoothies for kids at dinner, pictures, onboard booking, laundry, shopping, BINGO, tastings.

If you add more $$ using your Disney Visa pre-cruise you will get the 0%/6 months offer.

I forgot about the Bingo, thank you for the reminder. I think I'll add some to my account from ny Disney Visa, sounds like I'll use it
Thank you

 

[Dug720]

Are you planning on any excursions? Tips for guides/drivers.

Tips for porters at terminal.

Mixology costs between $20-$35 each. Brunch is $60 each (plus gratuity). Drinks run between $2.00 (soda) to $10 (alcoholic).

Popcorn in the movies? Are you thinking about whether you want to purchase professional photos?

Wait... When did brunch at Palo jump to $60/person???

 

[PrincessShmoo]

Wait... When did brunch at Palo jump to $60/person???

Whoops! $30.00

Fixed it, thanks.

 

[Dug720]

Whoops! $30.00

Fixed it, thanks.

It's ok. It would be $60 for two, so I hoped that was where it came from.

 

[PrincessShmoo]

It's ok. It would be $60 for two, so I hoped that was where it came from.

Could be. I think my brain just skipped ahead a couple of spaces.

 

[Ashlea Ramsey]

What happens if you don't spend the whole amount. Does it just get credited back to your card?

 

[Dug720]

What happens if you don't spend the whole amount. Does it just get credited back to your card?

Yes. Or if you used a gift card, it goes back on that.