The Race to port: Minnie Van vs DCL-Ground Transportation

[Dug720]

Is this an option for you? Or is it price prohibitive? Just a thought.

It's a little pricey. Plus I just have issues with Minnie Mouse. Haha.

I've just resolved that I'll drop it. IF I get there before 2, I'll see if it's filled up or not.

 

[thepak92]

I would do 1 way rental to the port, much faster and more convenient and cheaper than the buses, I've been in line as early as 0730, scored upgrades on 5 out of 7 tries... but of course, you then have to drive, drop off your party at the port and then take care of the rental car, so I suppose it's about perspective.

 

[thepak92]

Apparently sometimes you can buy an upgrade for less than upgrading before the cruise. They use a chart and you have to pay based on your original booking and category.

HOWEVER, I have done 4 DCL cruises so far and every time, there has been a “Captain Mickey has informed us that this sailing is full” sign up at check-in - meaning no upgrades. So that is the chance you take by waiting to the port - IF they have any you can buy them if you are early enough; but you may be the first person checked in and there are none available.

Bottom line is - there is never a guarantee that any upgrades will be available for purchase at the port. So if you see a cabin at a higher level that you want and will not be happy if you get “stuck” in your initially selected category as opposed to this higher level cabin, you should change in advance because they may not be offering any at the port.

Even with the Captain Mickey sign, do check again once on board with Guest Services, I've gone that route and have been scored an upgrade, I suppose that was due to last minute cancellation by someone.... just a thought and another opportunity....

 

[mevelandry]

DCL transfer: I like it and it's not that expensive when there are 4 people or less in your family, and I like that it brings us to the terminal a little bit later than everyone else so you don't have to wait, you embark right away.

Minnie Van: It's cute but for a few dollars more than a Minnie Van, I booked a stretch limousine...