is it 'ok' to not get off the boat?

[Charlies_Mommy]

Hello!
Taking our 1st Disney cruise with our 4-yr old daughter this December (5-day on the magic). We are considering *not* getting off the boat during our Cozumel stop because:
1. We have been a million times
2. Limited activities for her age excursion wise
3. Really needing as laid-back of a vacation as possible at this point.

The traveler in me believes it is a mistake to not get off. Our most favorite part of cruising in the past has been meeting the amazing people and visiting the ports. This time, given the short cruise and our first one with a youngster, it feels like the right thing to do.

Anything else for me to consider? We may get off, stretch our legs, get a few trinkets, one drink and head back up. Enjoy an 'empty' pool and deck?
Thanks!

 

[Maggie'sMom]

Hello!
Taking our 1st Disney cruise with our 4-yr old daughter this December (5-day on the magic). We are considering *not* getting off the boat during our Cozumel stop because:
1. We have been a million times
2. Limited activities for her age excursion wise
3. Really needing as laid-back of a vacation as possible at this point.

The traveler in me believes it is a mistake to not get off. Our most favorite part of cruising in the past has been meeting the amazing people and visiting the ports. This time, given the short cruise and our first one with a youngster, it feels like the right thing to do.

Anything else for me to consider? We may get off, stretch our legs, get a few trinkets, one drink and head back up. Enjoy an 'empty' pool and deck?
Thanks!

Lots of people stay on the ship. It's really about whatever you want to do. I'd say given #3 above, stay on the ship and enjoy the less crowded ship.

 

[hanscarlet]

Many people do not get off. The ship is so exquisite it is just as fun to stay on, especially with less crowds on a port day.

 

[TrishaK]

There's plenty of activities scheduled on the ship for port days, too. Or just relax and enjoy the pools, movies, and food!

 

[thumpie's mom]

We don't get off the ship as we prefer staying on. We are NEVER bored on port days and enjoy the ship.

 

[Charlies_Mommy]

Thank you! That was my fear.....being bored! I *want* to relax, but have to fight the urge to GO!

 

[eva]

We stay on at Cozumel now too. Just not our favorite port. Nice to find a good chair at the adult pool those days!

 

[twinsouvenirs]

WE're just planning on getting off for enough time to walk around and say we were in Mexico

 

[mandylovesdisney]

Extra "sea day" We do it all the time!

 

[Sytrace]

We have been to Mexico many times as well with DCL and now we hardly ever get off the ship on the Western itinerary. So relaxing to just hang out on board

 

[gruffudd242]

I've stayed on-board the last two times we hit CC. I was able to see The Force Awakens in the theater by myself

 

[KashasMom]

I've stayed on-board the last two times we hit CC. I was able to see The Force Awakens in the theater by myself

Considering this. Not a big fan of CC. I assume the buffet is not open for lunch? Where would lunch be available - MDR?

 

[Charlies_Mommy]

Palo is *not open* for brunch on port days is it?

 

[TrishaK]

I just checked our Navigators from June - Cabanas was open for lunch both days at Castaway Cay.

 

[alltwelve]

I've stayed on-board the last two times we hit CC. I was able to see The Force Awakens in the theater by myself

Happy to hear there are others who stay on-board during the Castaway Cay day. Don't get me wrong- I love the island, but its so nice to have an entire ship to ourselves!

 

[Dug720]

Palo is *not open* for brunch on port days is it?

With the occasional exception of Nassau on 3-nights, no. It it only open on sea days.

 

[mevelandry]

Hello!
Taking our 1st Disney cruise with our 4-yr old daughter this December (5-day on the magic). We are considering *not* getting off the boat during our Cozumel stop because:
1. We have been a million times
2. Limited activities for her age excursion wise
3. Really needing as laid-back of a vacation as possible at this point.

The traveler in me believes it is a mistake to not get off. Our most favorite part of cruising in the past has been meeting the amazing people and visiting the ports. This time, given the short cruise and our first one with a youngster, it feels like the right thing to do.

Anything else for me to consider? We may get off, stretch our legs, get a few trinkets, one drink and head back up. Enjoy an 'empty' pool and deck?
Thanks!

If you've visited a port a million times, you can stay on the ship without feeling guilty.

 

[DLgal]

Of course it is okay to stay on the ship.

Cozumel is a tourist trap...and you've already been there. You know you won't be missing much.

 

[Dug720]

The only time you are forced to get off the ship is on debarkation day.

 

[gary in florida]

The only time you are forced to get off the ship is on debarkation day.

agree