Just back from DCL cruise on points...

[jodifla]

and we thought it was a good value. This is only the second time in 18 years we have used points outside of the DVC resorts, the other time using Concierge Collection for the Whitehall in Chicago.

By the time you factor in all the food, entertainment and activities you get, it was well worth the point cost for the 3 night cruise. We booked fairly last minute (end of January for April) so we were sure we were going, no matter what.

While we could have saved about $400 by renting points and then purchasing the cruise, it was worth the lack of hassle factor just to do it directly.

 

[Sandisw]

Good to know...DD18 and I are doing a 3 night one on the Dream in July. We also didn't want to deal with rental or transfers and are happy that we just booked with points.

I can't wait to go...never been on a cruise before and think it will be fun!!!

 

[bobbiwoz]

We booked a 3 night DCL cruise on points for DH's 60th birthday, nearly 10 years ago! It was our first DCL cruise, and we loved it! I have also booked a Member Cruise with points one time.

Enjoy your cruise, Sandisw!

Bobbi

 

[HookdonWDW]

Glad you enjoyed your cruise, and reminded us that it's not always getting the best "value" for our points... sometimes it's about getting the most enjoyment from our points. Sounds like you came out ahead!

 

[jodifla]

Glad you enjoyed your cruise, and reminded us that it's not always getting the best "value" for our points... sometimes it's about getting the most enjoyment from our points. Sounds like you came out ahead!

Thanks! Yes, it just worked for us this time because it really helped us not have to put out a big cash outlay, and it felt like such a treat because it had been 5 years since we'd been on a cruise as a family. It was also a great Spring Break, because once you are on the boat, you are not dealing with the intense crowds.