Specialty cruise booking window

[alwaysmom]

Can someone clarify for me the correct booking window for me. We arrive June 28 so my ADR booking window opens Dec. 31. I know I can book for my entire stay but what if I'm looking to book a specialty cruise for say July 1 can I book on Dec 31 too or do I need to wait for 180 days before July 1? I've seen some say yes some say no.

 

[mustlovecats]

I was able to book on the same day as my ADR date which would have been about 186 days in advance if I remember correctly. I don't know what the official policy is but I would definitely call on your ADR date. They may or may not let you book, but it's better to try than to wait and potentially miss out.

 

[OhThePain]

When we booked our Pirates and Pals for our upcoming trip in May (actually booked through AKL-IPO), it wasn't able to be booked until 180 days before the actual date we wanted it. I don't know if it depends on exactly what you are looking to book or when Disney opens dates or what. As the PP said, just call on your 180+ date. Either you'll be able to book what you want then or you'll have to call back a few days later, no real harm done.

 

[alwaysmom]

Thank you for the advice. I will be ready bright and early with coffee in hand on Dec 31

 

[d-train]

Looks like dates are posted for the Ferrytales Wishes cruise for June, and you can book online. Dates for a pirate and Pals cruise are posted though May, but you have to call for the reservation. No dates for that one are listed inline though past June 1. We are interested in that one, not the Ferrytales cruise. Too many bad reviews for Ferrytales, and the cost is rediculous.

Why would they allow online booking for one and not the other? Seems they ought to make it as simple as possible to take the reservation and our money...especially since you pay when you book... Is the Pirate and Pals cruise booking different in some way? Curious...