Utopia or Wonder 4 nights?

[firstwdw]

Same dates, same itineraries. Utopia from Port Canaveral is $500 more. Wonder is out of Miami. If you've sailed on both of these ships, do you have a preference? Is the vibe different sailing out of Miami vs Port Canaveral? We've never sailed from Miami.

 

[OKW Lover]

Can't speak to the two ships themselves but have sailed from both ports. We find Canaveral the easier port to negotiate. However, if you are flying in, be sure to check prices for flights and airport transfers when comparing total cost.

 

[firstwdw]

Can't speak to the two ships themselves but have sailed from both ports. We find Canaveral the easier port to negotiate. However, if you are flying in, be sure to check prices for flights and airport transfers when comparing total cost.

Port Canaveral seems easier, hotels are less expensive as well and more nonstops in/out for us.

 

[peacefrogdog]

I also can't compare ships (but will be after my May utopia sailng).
PC : you have to find a way to get from Orlando to Port canaveral, which adds cost but may even out the higher cost of Miami hotels. The RC terminal in Miami seems to have heavy traffic on embarkation day (especially for Icon/Symphony) so bear that in mind. I didn't much difference re: the sailing out expeerience, other than if out of Miami you get to see a lot of what really reach people own (houses, boats etc)

 

[NJMomto2]

Utopia is newer but Wonder has the Wonderland restaurant which is really cool. I like combining Orlando theme parks pre cruise so love cruising from Canaveral. Miami was fun to do once. Disembarkation was a cluster.

 

[jenushkask8s]

We've sailed on both and I'd say they are pretty comparable. The main differences being Wonder has Wonderland & the Bionic Bar while Utopia has the Royal Railway (which we really enjoyed) & the Pesky Parrot.

Port-wise, Port Canaveral is a lot easier to navigate (Port Miami traffic can be insane) and the hotels in Orlando and Cocoa Beach are much more affordable than Miami. However, Miami does have a gorgeous downtown view at sailaway.

 

[pjacobi]

I would not sail on either ship! I'd save the money for a 7-day or more cruise which have a much nicer atmosphere. The shorter cruise on any cruise lines feel rushed with no time to relax.


-Paul