So how exciting is this, Disney are bringing the Disney Magic cruise ship to UK waters this Summer! So if you need some Disney back in your life, like I do, then this is a dream opportunity! On board you will meet Disney characters, watch incredible shows, send the kids to fantastic kids clubs, swim in their pools and dine in fantastic quality restaurants. Yes of course there are some covid rules, like you do need both vaccines to board the ship and wear masks when not eating/drinking/swimming etc, but if those are doable for you, then why not do it! There is a lot of choice when it comes to booking and can be information overload, so I have tried to break it down on here for you to help you with your decision.
So first things first, where can you sail from and when. Well there are 4 ports and these are…..
PORTS AND DATES
Liverpool, England
2-Night Disney Magic at Sea UK Staycation Sailing from Liverpool:
Cruise Date: 18th July
3-Night Disney Magic at Sea UK Staycation Sailing from Liverpool:
Cruise Dates:15th July, 20th July, 27th July, 30th July
4-Night Disney Magic at Sea UK Staycation Sailing from Liverpool:
Cruise Dates: 23rd July
Southampton, England
2-Night Disney Magic at Sea UK Staycation Sailing from Southampton:
Cruise Dates: 4th August, 16th August, 18th August, 30th August
3-Night Disney Magic at Sea UK Staycation Sailing from Southampton:
Cruise Dates: 6th August, 13th August, 20th August, 27th August
4-Night Disney Magic at Sea UK Staycation Sailing from Southampton:
Cruise Dates: 9th August, 23rd August
Newcastle, England
2-Night Disney Magic at Sea UK Staycation Sailing from Newcastle:
Cruise Dates: 6th September, 11th September
3-Night Disney Magic at Sea UK Staycation Sailing from Newcastle:
Cruise Dates: 3rd September, 8th September
London Tilbury, England
2-Night Disney Magic at Sea UK Staycation Sailing from London Tilbury:
Cruise Dates: 20th September, 22nd September, 27th September, 29th September
3-Night Disney Magic at Sea UK Staycation Sailing from London Tilbury:
Cruise Dates: 14th September, 17th September, 24th September, 1st October
So….you’ve chosen your port and sailing date, now which stateroom is right for you…I have stayed in a deluxe Oceanview verandah before as we loved the freedom of opening the door to see where you are/catch some sea air and even sit on the balcony! But this was around the Caribbean. Perhaps in UK waters, a room insider or with a porthole is perfect for the couple of nights you are on board the ship. As let’s face it, you will certainly be busy cramming in all there is to do on the ship. So, the stateroom choices are……
STATEROOMS
Standard Inside Stateroom
Sleeps: 3 or 4 persons
Size: 184 sq. ft.
Bed Configuration: queen bed, single sleeper sofa and upper-berth pull-down bed (if sleeping 4)
View: No exterior view
Design:
A sitting area with a couch, TV and desk
A heavy privacy curtain to separate the sitting and sleeping areas
A full bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower and tub
Elevated wooden bed frames for under-bed storage of suitcases and other large items
Attractive yet functional cabinetry in the living area
Locations:
Category 11A: Decks 6 and 7
Category 11B: Decks 5 and 6
Category 11C: Deck 2
Rooms on Deck 2 offer Guests convenient proximity to shipboard restaurants and nightclubs while Decks 5, 6 and 7 are upper decks. Please note that Category 11C sleeps 3 only.
Deluxe Inside Stateroom
Sleeps: 3 to 4
Size: 214 sq. ft.
Room Configuration: queen bed, single sleeper sofa, upper berth pull-down bed (if sleeping 4),
View: no exterior view (in all but the following: staterooms 5020, 5022, 5024, 5520, 5522, 5524,6006 and 6506, which feature obstructed views)
Design:
A sitting area with a couch, TV and desk
A heavy privacy curtain to separate the sitting and sleeping areas
A “split bath”: a bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower and tub and a half bathroom with a vanity, sink and toilet (in all but accessible staterooms)
Elevated wooden bed frames for under-bed storage of suitcases and other large items
Attractive yet functional cabinetry in the living area
Locations:
Category 10A: Decks 5, 6 and 7
Category 10B: Deck 2
Category 10C: Decks 1 and 2
Rooms on Decks 1 and 2 offer Guests convenient proximity to shipboard restaurants and nightclubs while Decks 5, 6 and 7 are upper decks.
Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom
Sleeps: 3 to 4
Size: 214 sq. ft.
Room Configuration: queen bed, single sleeper sofa and upper berth pull-down bed (if sleeping 4)
View: One large porthole window or 2 small porthole windows (in Category 9D staterooms)
Design:
A sitting area with a couch, TV and desk
A heavy privacy curtain to separate the sitting and sleeping areas
A “split bath”: a bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower and tub and a half bathroom with a vanity, sink and toilet (in all but accessible staterooms)
Elevated wooden bed frames for under-bed storage of suitcases and other large items
Attractive yet functional cabinetry in the living area
Locations:
Category 9A: Decks 5, 6 and 7
Category 9B: Deck 2
Category 9C: Deck 2
Category 9D: Deck 1
Rooms on Decks 1 and 2 offer Guests convenient proximity to shipboard restaurants and nightclubs while Decks 5, 6 and 7 are upper decks with more commanding views.
Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with verandah
Sleeps: 3 to 4
Size: Approximately 268 sq. ft., including verandah
Room Configuration: queen bed, single sleeper sofa and upper berth pull-down bed (if sleeping 4)
View: private verandah
Design:
A sitting area with a couch, TV and desk
A heavy privacy curtain to separate the sitting and sleeping areas
A “split bath”: a bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower and tub and a half bathroom with a vanity, sink and toilet (in all but accessible staterooms)
Elevated wooden bed frames for under-bed storage of suitcases and other large items
Attractive yet functional cabinetry in the living area
Plus Verandah:
Airy and private, this sanctuary is where you can watch the sun rise, bask in ocean breezes and enjoy your morning coffee or an evening nightcap. Your private balcony comes equipped with:
Patio furniture
Deck lighting
Plexiglas® or solid whitewall railings (in Category 6A staterooms)
Childproof locks
Locations:
Category 5A: Deck 7
Category 5B: Decks 6 and 7
Category 5C: Decks 5 and 6
Category 6A: Decks 5, 6 and 7
Category 7A: Decks 5, 6, 7, and 8; enclosed verandah with limited views
Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with verandah
Sleeps: 5
Size: 304 sq. ft., including verandah
Room Configuration: queen bed, single sleeper sofa, wall pull-down bed and upper berth pull-down bed
View: private verandah
A sitting area with a couch, TV and desk
A heavy privacy curtain to separate the sitting and sleeping areas
A “split bath”: a bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower and tub and a half bathroom with a vanity, sink and toilet (in all but accessible staterooms)
Elevated wooden bed frames for under-bed storage of suitcases and other large items
Attractive yet functional cabinetry in the living area
Plus Verandah:
Airy and private, this sanctuary is where you can watch the sun rise, bask in ocean breezes and enjoy your morning coffee or an evening nightcap. Your private balcony comes equipped with:
Patio furniture
Deck lighting
Plexiglas® or solid whitewall railings (in Category 6A staterooms)
Childproof locks
Locations:
Categories 4A, 4B and 4E and is located on Deck 8.
Concierge 1 bedroom suite with verandah
Sleeps: 5
Size: 614 sq. ft., including verandah
Room Configuration: 1 bedroom with queen bed; double sleeper sofa in living room; wall pull-down single bed in living room (in staterooms 8032, 8034, 8532 and 8534) or bedroom (in staterooms 8022, 8046, 8048, 8078, 8080, 8086, 8522, 8548 and 8582) in all but staterooms 8100, 8102, 8600 and 8602
View: private verandah with floor-to-ceiling windows
Design:
Step into a space where attention to detail reigns: Original artwork, vintage Disney hallmarks, imported tile and burnished wood panels distinguish these expansive accommodations, allowing you and your family to unwind in resplendent comfort.
Guests of 1-Bedroom Suites have:
A separate bedroom
1.5 bathrooms, including a master with a whirlpool tub
A verandah
Living room
Wet bar stocked with water and sodas
Walk-in closets
Media library access
Locations:
Category T are located on Deck 8, Forward, Midship and Aft.
Concierge 2 bedroom suite with verandah
Sleeps: 7
Size: 945 sq. ft., including verandah
Room Configuration: 2 bedrooms: master with queen bed, second with two twin beds and upper berth pull-down bed; double sleeper sofa in living room
View: private verandah with floor-to-ceiling windows in main living space
Design:
2 separate bedrooms
2.5 bathrooms, including a master with a whirlpool tub
A verandah
Living room
Wet bar stocked with water and sodas
2 walk-in closets
Media library access
Locations:
Category S are located on Deck 8, Forward. Beginning with sailings in 2022, Concierge 2-Bedroom Suites with Verandah will be classified as Category 1B.
Concierge Family Oceanview Stateroom with verandah
Sleeps: 5
Size: 304 sq. ft., including verandah
Room Configuration: queen bed, single sleeper sofa, upper berth pull-down bed and wall pull-down bed
View: private verandah
Design:
A sitting area with a couch, TV and desk
A heavy privacy curtain to separate the sitting and sleeping areas
A “split bath”: a bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower and round tub and a half bathroom with a vanity, sink and toilet
Elevated wooden bed frames for under-bed storage of suitcases and other large items
Attractive yet functional cabinetry in the living area
Locations:
Category V are located on Deck 8, Forward, Midship and Aft.
Concierge Royal Suite with verandah
Sleeps: 7
Size: 1,029 sq. ft., including verandah
Room Configuration: 2 bedrooms: master with queen bed, second with 2 single beds and 2 pull-down upper berths; wall pull-down bed in living room
View: private verandah with floor-to-ceiling windows
Design:
2 separate bedrooms
2.5 bathrooms, including a master with a whirlpool tub
A verandah
Living room
Open dining salon
Pantry and wet bar stocked with water and sodas
Walk-in closet
Media library access
A sitting area with a couch, TV and desk
A heavy privacy curtain to separate the sitting and sleeping areas
A “split bath”: a bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower and round tub and a half bathroom with a vanity, sink and toilet
Elevated wooden bed frames for under-bed storage of suitcases and other large items
Locations:
Category R are located on Deck 8, Midship
WHAT IS INCLUDED
So that is it! You have chosen date, port, and stateroom! So, you are now set to book! And here are just a few more reasons why…..
Enchanting Entertainment: Delight in Broadway-calibre musicals and see your favourite Disney characters in new and exciting ways.
Spacious Staterooms: Designed for Families: extra space and storage, sitting area, and split bath to allow more people to get ready at the same time.
Variety of Dining Options: Enjoy upscale restaurants, casual dining, poolside snacks and 24-hour room service.
Imaginative Youth Clubs: Play in themed clubs for every age, staffed by specially trained Disney counsellors. (no nursery on the Disney Magic in the UK though)
Nightclubs & Lounges: Discover adults-only areas that include a variety of bars and pubs.
Pools & Recreation: Splash it up in freshwater pools and waterslides at sea.
HEALTH AND SAFETY RULES AND REQUIREMENTS
Ok so there are a few things that you do need to ensure you read and digest before booking. And so for this, its best I direct you to a site that has it all listed for you. The link is https://www.disneytravelcenter.com/MIN-000000000050155/sites++disney-cruise-line++kbyg++kbyg/
Where to book:
I would highly recommend booking with AttractionTickets.com for quite a few and important reasons.
1 – They are the UKs number 1 ticket reseller. With a UK call centre too.
2 – They are bound by ABTA which is always good to know, especially when booking your cruise package.
3 – They have won multiple awards in the travel industry such as Travolution Awards and British Travel Awards numerous times. Recently they also won Travolution’s Brand of the Year for 2020.
4 – Founded in 2002 and served well over 4 million customers, with a high repeat business rate that is always reassuring.
5 – The team are very friendly and full of so much knowledge, you will feel rest assured you are booking the right tickets and in safe hands!
6 – Plus they are including a £20 Amazon gift card with your booking as an added bonus!
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Disney Magic at Sea Staycation Cruises can only be booked via the call centre so call 0800 223 0324, 10am - 4pm, Monday - Friday
As always, I hope you have found this blog helpful and always shout with any questions you may have 😊
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