OK folks! I FINALLY got a response from DCL about the sailing away party!! Here's what I wrote:
I just wanted to ask what is the protocol for the Sail Away Party, when
it is Super Bowl Sunday? I will be traveling on February 5th on the 7
night, Mexican Riviera cruise, on the Wonder. I have heard various
rumors, board postings and recounts of other travelers that on Super
Bowl Sunday, the Sail Away party is cancelled, due to the game. I have
heard the Sail Away party, as well as the safety drill is postponed
until the following morning.
Here are my concerns:
1. I understand the ship will be in international waters and there
might be challenges receiving a signal. Considering the game starts at
3:00 PST and the ship doesn't depart until 5:00, losing the signal to
international waters will likely not happen until after the game is
over.
2. I understand the Super Bowl will be played in all sports bars, like
Diversions, as it should be. My concern is, will the game be played on
the large screen on the deck where the Sail Away party usually takes
place? If so, will the game be turned off to accommodate the Sail Away
party?
3. I understand that the Personal Navigator and all Cast Members will
provide me with any and all information regarding this issue, but
considering DCL has departed on Super Bowl Sunday MANY times before, I'm
assuming there is a protocol and plan on what the schedule is, I would
just like a heads up, so not to get my kids excited about the Sail Away
party if it's not going to happen.
Thanks so much for your help and information. We're SO looking forward
to this sailing and hope we have the Sail Away party to look forward
to!! It was one of the highlights of our last cruise with Disney!
I went off of the other replies y'all got, didn't give them much room for a canned answer. Here's their reply:
Thank you for choosing a
Disney Cruise Line vacation!
I would be happy to assist you.
In order to provide an accurate response to your email message regarding
Super Bowl Sunday on the ship, we need to conduct additional research.
We appreciate your patience while we process your request and look
forward to contacting you shortly.
I hope this information has been helpful. If you require further
assistance in planning your visit, please feel free to contact us.
We look forward to sailing with you!
Have a Magical Day!
Wilma
Poor Wilma! Didn't know what she was getting into when she opened MY e-mail!! Looking forward to getting an answer!! I'll keep you posted!!