ILLUMINATIONS CRUISES-What they are--How to book--FIND ONE TO SHARE

[APB513]

Posted this in the August specific page, then saw the massive thread here - my husband and I (both in our mid twenties and so excited about our first trip to WDW together) are interested in a cruise (either show, Wishes or Illuminations) to share if anyone has two spots still open Aug 6, 7, 8, 10, or 11... I know this might be a little late, but I just found this great forum!

I'm willing to move around any dining reservations as needed if we get spots on one of these - they sound awesome! So we'd probably be able to do Aug 9 as well if I can get a different res time for Narcoossee's...

Let me know, thanks!
Katie

Where is the August page? Can you provide a link?

Thanks

 

[mtblujeans]

Where is the August page? Can you provide a link?

Thanks

August thread

 

[APB513]

August thread

Thank you!!

 

[APB513]

I just booked the Premium Wishes cruise for Tuesday, August 19th. I was told this was the last Premium pontoon for the evening.

We are a party of three (single mom with two DSs - ages 19 & 14). We have room for seven additional people.

The pontoon will have an audio feed and the cost of the cruise includes water, soda and bagged snacks.

We must arrive at dock at the Polynesian resort no later than 9:00 pm. We will be departing from the dock at 9:30pm. Wishes is scheduled to begin at 10:00 pm.

The total cost is $336.81 (this includes a tip for the Captain). The per person cost will depend on the total number of people taking this cruise.

Send me a PM if you are interested in joining us for this Wishes cruise.

________________

Edited to add the following:

Five spaces are now spoken for. That leaves two spots still available.

If you are interested in joining three single moms and their kids (ages 19, 14, 14, 7 & 6), send me a PM.
________________

Edited on 7/11/08 to add the following:

All seven spaces have now been taken.

 

[guillotmgmt]

My wife and I have a few openings for the Premium Wishes cruise on Aug 29. It if for my wifes Bday and we have 3 other family members attending. We have room for 4 more...if interested please PM me...10pm show..the price will be determined by the number of people attending.

Thanks

 

[cab333]

Hi There - two quick questions (newbie questions here...sorry) but the links in located waaaaaaaay back on the first page (the monthly links of people looking to share in the experience), those are current correct? And does anyone know, when you call to book - is this a reservation that you pay upfront or one that you pay the date of?
Many thanks!!

 

[Crazy Hakim]

And does anyone know, when you call to book - is this a reservation that you pay upfront or one that you pay the date of?
Many thanks!

When you call to book you give a credit card to hold the boat. This will not be charged unless you do not show up. The night of your cruise you are required to "pay" for the cruise. You can use a room charge, a credit card, cash or Disney dollars. But, you will have to pay the night of the cruise, your credit card information is not available to the staff at the marina.

 

[cab333]

Thanks Mike!

 

[family4christ]

We are a party of 5. 3 adults and 2 children (7 & 4). If anyone would be willing to let us pay for our share and ride then please contact me.

family4christ@
embarqmail.com

Thanks,
April

We will be at Disney July 21-24 and would love to find a ride with someone!!

 

[family4christ]

Can someone please supply the July link or an opening for five people on any day July 21-24.

Hey, it's worth a try, right?

 

[TagsMissy]

Can someone please supply the July link or an opening for five people on any day July 21-24.

Hey, it's worth a try, right?

The very first page of this thread has the links

 

[ms_mckenna]

I am sure this has been answered but I have gone back a bit and cannot find the answer lol. If Illuminations is at 9:30 (2nd week in Dec) then what time would you need to be at the BW or BC? I am trying to slide both cruises in our next trip. The only other nights I can see it working is the night we have Spirit of Aloha at 5:15 do you think we would be safe to make it back in time?

 

[Crazy Hakim]

1. I am sure this has been answered but I have gone back a bit and cannot find the answer lol. If Illuminations is at 9:30 (2nd week in Dec) then what time would you need to be at the BW or BC? I am trying to slide both cruises in our next trip.
2. The only other nights I can see it working is the night we have Spirit of Aloha at 5:15 do you think we would be safe to make it back in time?

1. Yes, the best "rule of thumb" is arrive at the marina an hour before the scheduled fireworks, weather it be Wishes or IllumiNations. And for IllumiNations you must always check in at Bayside Marina at the Yacht Club. They no longer allow pick-up at BoardWalk.

2. I am not sure exactly how long Spirit of Aloha is, maybe Deb Wills All Ears Web Site has the running time, but as far as dining, I always suggest at least a 2-hour window to dine at Disney. I always hate to rush a meal that I am paying a "pretty penny" for.

 

[mrsmouse]

Hi fellow mouse planners!

I have 5 adult women reserved on an Illuminations cruise for Monday, October 6th.

Anyone have a group willing to join us??? Kids are ok.

We'll split it 50/50...

You can email me at mrsdeg2003@yahoo.com if interested.

Thanks!

Have a magical day!

 

[TagsMissy]

I am still hoping... anybody have room for 2 adults the first week of September??

 

[tinkerbell 766]

1. Yes, the best "rule of thumb" is arrive at the marina an hour before the scheduled fireworks, weather it be Wishes or IllumiNations. And for IllumiNations you must always check in at Bayside Marina at the Yacht Club. They no longer allow pick-up at BoardWalk.

2. I am not sure exactly how long Spirit of Aloha is, maybe Deb Wills All Ears Web Site has the running time, but as far as dining, I always suggest at least a 2-hour window to dine at Disney. I always hate to rush a meal that I am paying a "pretty penny" for.

I am going to try to book an Illuminations cruise as part of the celebrations for DS's 9th birthday on 6th December. We have an ADR at Coral Reef for 18.35 (complete with personalised menu and diver requested!!). If Illuminations is not until 9.30pm would we have to check in for the boat at 8.00pm (as I thought) or not until 8.30pm? If it is 8.30pm we would just make it but if it is 8.00pm, I think we would have to try for the cruise on a different night.
Thanks for your help.

 

[Crazy Hakim]

>If Illuminations is not until 9.30pm would we have to check in for the boat at 8.00pm (as I thought) or not until 8.30pm? If it is 8.30pm we would just make it but if it is 8.00pm, I think we would have to try for the cruise on a different night.

Since this is after Thanksgiving, IllumiNations will be 30 minutes later so as not to interfere with the Candlelight Processional. So you will have to arrive and check-in at 8:30pm at Bayside Marina.

 

[bunnyfoo]

Where do pontoon boats and the Breathless II stop for Illuminations? I've read that they stop near the bridge but are they in front of the bridge and does that obstruct the view of the fireworks? Also wondering if the boats stop close together? Can they block the view of the fireworks?

TIA

 

[kungaloosh22]

Is it possible for the Breathless to drop you off at DHS after Illuminations instead of the Yacht Club?

If so, would it be likely they'd drop you off at the studios before 10PM closing, in order to catch the 10:30 Fantasmic show?

 

[JRDMAN]

I doubt that you would have enough time to see Fantasmic after Illuminations. Fantasmic is usually filled to capacity an hour before it shows.