Single dad with two teenage daughters just back from the 7 day Eastern with some random thoughts, comments and suggestions. Hope their helpful
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We were in cabin 6104 between mid ship and aft elevators. Great location for the entertainment and for dining.
By the way, the balcony was worth it. We used it watch the ship going into and out of ports. Also a great place to apply sun block without it getting all over the carpet. Or my quiet place to enjoy the blue water.
Packed way too many clothes. Didn't need six pairs of shorts. Lived in board shorts and tank tops most days.
I did wear my flip flops (leather) to a couple of casual night dinners. I didnt get weird looks and it totally fit the atmosphere.
I was afraid the girls wouldn't find anyone to meet on the ship. WRONG, they both made some great friends and were so busy I only got to see them on excursions or at dinner. They all cried when we left the ship on the last day.
Both girls used either the Oceaneers Club or the Stack as a meeting place but took of with their friends after that. There was plenty to do on the ship even if they didnt participate in the organized clubs.
Take lots of pictures. I thought I did, realized later at home that I didn't take nearly enough.
Golden Eagle on St. Marteen and 5 Star on St. Thomas were both the best excursions. Very courteous, knowledgeble and helpful in making the vacation fun. They made snokling so much fun!
First time my youngest daughter (11) was "exposed" to the a la naturual (naked) sunbathers in St. Marteen. Not a big problem and it added to her education that the world is different than in the U.S.
Didn't use the walkie talkies. Figured that the girls were on the boat and they couldn't get too lost.
Loved seeing both the RCCL boat and the Carnival boat docked with the Magic in St. Thomas. Got "mooned" by an RCCL passenger when we were leaving.
Had a horn war going between the three ships when we left St. Thomas. Fun to hear the Magic's unique sound.
The suction cup hooks for the bathroom came in handy for wet swim suits.
A comment from my oldest daughter (16) on the second day. Dad they seem to be always cleaning. She was right. Crew members everywhere cleaning constantly.
The crew went out of theyre way to make sure that the kids had a great time. Dinner was never boring. Simon our head waiter along with Manual and Rita our servers were great. Always had puzzles or games to keep them on their toes (as well as the adults).
Two for one on drinks of the day at the bar near the adult pool after three in the afternoon.
Loved going to the movies and getting out of the hot sun during the day.
Never laughed so hard than at the final show on Friday night.
Dont miss the shows. They are all done well and your kids will talk about them forever. Remember I have two teenagers and they still talked about the shows, at the airport on our way back home and when we got home.
The public bathrooms were always clean.
Check Shutters everyday for your pictures. Especially if you have small kids who are involved in the Character pictures. Keep them together or youll lose them in the HUGE photo gallery. Buy early and avoid the lines.
You cant settle your gratuity bill until Thursday.
Having two days at sea before the first port of St. Marteen was a blessing. We had plenty of time to explore the boat and rest up for the excursions.
Morning excursions meant getting up early but it also allowed us to shop in the afternoons while in ports.
You knew you were on a Disney cruise but you didnt feel overwhelmed by it. And this coming from a Southern California (about 20 minutes from Disneyland) native.
This will be a vacation that the girls and I will be talking about remembering for a long time. Thanks Disney.
We were in cabin 6104 between mid ship and aft elevators. Great location for the entertainment and for dining.
By the way, the balcony was worth it. We used it watch the ship going into and out of ports. Also a great place to apply sun block without it getting all over the carpet. Or my quiet place to enjoy the blue water.
Packed way too many clothes. Didn't need six pairs of shorts. Lived in board shorts and tank tops most days.
I did wear my flip flops (leather) to a couple of casual night dinners. I didnt get weird looks and it totally fit the atmosphere.
I was afraid the girls wouldn't find anyone to meet on the ship. WRONG, they both made some great friends and were so busy I only got to see them on excursions or at dinner. They all cried when we left the ship on the last day.
Both girls used either the Oceaneers Club or the Stack as a meeting place but took of with their friends after that. There was plenty to do on the ship even if they didnt participate in the organized clubs.
Take lots of pictures. I thought I did, realized later at home that I didn't take nearly enough.
Golden Eagle on St. Marteen and 5 Star on St. Thomas were both the best excursions. Very courteous, knowledgeble and helpful in making the vacation fun. They made snokling so much fun!
First time my youngest daughter (11) was "exposed" to the a la naturual (naked) sunbathers in St. Marteen. Not a big problem and it added to her education that the world is different than in the U.S.
Didn't use the walkie talkies. Figured that the girls were on the boat and they couldn't get too lost.
Loved seeing both the RCCL boat and the Carnival boat docked with the Magic in St. Thomas. Got "mooned" by an RCCL passenger when we were leaving.
Had a horn war going between the three ships when we left St. Thomas. Fun to hear the Magic's unique sound.
The suction cup hooks for the bathroom came in handy for wet swim suits.
A comment from my oldest daughter (16) on the second day. Dad they seem to be always cleaning. She was right. Crew members everywhere cleaning constantly.
The crew went out of theyre way to make sure that the kids had a great time. Dinner was never boring. Simon our head waiter along with Manual and Rita our servers were great. Always had puzzles or games to keep them on their toes (as well as the adults).
Two for one on drinks of the day at the bar near the adult pool after three in the afternoon.
Loved going to the movies and getting out of the hot sun during the day.
Never laughed so hard than at the final show on Friday night.
Dont miss the shows. They are all done well and your kids will talk about them forever. Remember I have two teenagers and they still talked about the shows, at the airport on our way back home and when we got home.
The public bathrooms were always clean.
Check Shutters everyday for your pictures. Especially if you have small kids who are involved in the Character pictures. Keep them together or youll lose them in the HUGE photo gallery. Buy early and avoid the lines.
You cant settle your gratuity bill until Thursday.
Having two days at sea before the first port of St. Marteen was a blessing. We had plenty of time to explore the boat and rest up for the excursions.
Morning excursions meant getting up early but it also allowed us to shop in the afternoons while in ports.
You knew you were on a Disney cruise but you didnt feel overwhelmed by it. And this coming from a Southern California (about 20 minutes from Disneyland) native.
This will be a vacation that the girls and I will be talking about remembering for a long time. Thanks Disney.
I have another one that I forgot in my trip report - deodorizer and a night light for the bathroom. They were a lifesaver!
I picked up a small deodorizer in Bath & Body that was concentrated and needed only one spray. The night light was a plug in deodorizer with an outlet for DH's razor. It worked out very well.
