🛳️ Disney Wish Cruise | 4-Day First-Timer Guide

We just returned from a 4-day, 3-night sailing on the Disney Wish, departing from Orlando and heading to the Bahamas—yes, including Disney’s private island Castaway Cay 🌴

And here’s my honest review: Disney cruises aren’t just for kids—adults will love it too!

✨ Pre-Boarding Must-Dos
📲 Download the Disney Cruise Line App
You can check-in 30 days in advance, select your port arrival time, upload passport info, and once onboard, use it to view menus, activities, and showtimes. It’s your cruise control center!
🧾 Save your passport, vaccination proof (if needed), and QR boarding pass—screenshots or printed copies are smart backups.
🎒 Don’t forget a carry-on bag! Your checked luggage usually arrives later in the day, so pack swimwear, sunscreen, sunglasses, and chargers with you. My kid jumped into the pool right after boarding 😂

🚢 Smooth Boarding Process
We boarded at 10:45 AM and the process was super efficient:
1️⃣ Drop luggage → 2️⃣ Security check & check-in → 3️⃣ Wait for boarding group (we only waited 15 mins)
🎉 And yes, Mickey himself welcomes you aboard. Cue the excitement!

📌 First things to do after boarding:
✅ Confirm or adjust your dinner time at the main dining desk
✅ Register for the Kids Club (spoiler: they’ll never want to leave)
✅ Head to the buffet or claim a spot on deck for sea views

🎮 Must-Try Hidden Experiences
🔍 Uncharted Adventure – App-based scavenger hunt across the ship, perfect for both kids and adults!
🍽️ Rotational Dining – Three themed restaurants you’ll rotate through:
• Arendelle: Live music from Frozen 🎻
• Worlds of Marvel: Interactive table screens—super cool!
• 1923: Classic Hollywood vibes—elegant and calm
📸 Character Meet & Greets – Spot Mickey, Elsa, Goofy, Pirate Mickey, and more. The app tells you who’s where and when!
🎆 Pirate Night + Fireworks – Dress up, dance on deck, and enjoy a truly magical fireworks show at sea 🌟

💡 Pro Tips
• No free bottled water in rooms—bring your own or refill a reusable bottle at Deck 14 drink stations
• WiFi is pricey and slow. Share one package across devices if you must stay connected
• Check the app every evening—some surprise events aren’t widely announced!

📍Final Thoughts
If it’s your first Disney cruise, this 4-day itinerary is the perfect intro—just the right length, full of magic, and easy to enjoy without stress.
Start planning early and consider working with a cruise planner to get the best cabin, activity times, and dining rotations locked in.

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