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Cruising Aboard the Disney Dream 101 – 10 Things You Need to Know

6. Internet Connectivity Due to the nature of being at sea, cell reception is either poor, nonexistent altogether, or will get you slapped with a bunch of international roaming fees. Your best bet is to purchase an internet package for any connectivity needs, but do keep a close eye on the amount of data you use because it runs out quicke

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Cruising Aboard the Disney Dream 101 – 10 Things You Need to Know

7. Assigned Dining Arrangements During your voyage, you will be assigned a particular dining rotation/schedule. This means you'll waited on by the same servers for every scheduled meal, and you'll be seated with the same tablemates (unless you request otherwise). By the end of the cruise, these people will all feel like extended family an

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Cruising Aboard the Disney Dream 101 – 10 Things You Need to Know

8. Fun for Adults, Too Of course, there's just as much for grownups to enjoy as there is for the kids. As an adult, you'll have access to special nightclubs and lounges, a fitness center, a spa, exclusive live entertainment, beverage tastings, high-end dining, adult-only areas, and more. Don't be afraid to send the kids off to their respe

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Cruising Aboard the Disney Dream 101 – 10 Things You Need to Know

9. Activities and Clubs for Kids There are plenty of things to keep kids busy aboard the Dream. After all, Disney is a family-oriented entertainment company, so this should come as no surprise. They've got youth clubs, character experiences, recreation areas, and activities to entertain kids of all ages, be they toddler or teenager.

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Cruising Aboard the Disney Dream 101 – 10 Things You Need to Know

10. The Four Types of Staterooms There are four main kinds of staterooms aboard the Disney Dream: Inside, Oceanview, Verandah, and Concierge. Their accommodations and amenities range from basic to extraordinary, and each type has variations to choose from to suit your family's particular needs.

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Cruising Aboard the Disney Dream 101 – 10 Things You Need to Know

As much as we love visiting the parks at Walt Disney World, one of our favorite ways to experience the magic of Disney is to board one of their cruise ships and sail out to sea. Their cruises are all fantastic adventures that offer world-class service and multitudes of ways to create memories to last a lifetime. Today we'll be discussing

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8 Tips for Navigating Disney Parks When They’re Over-Crowded

1. Follow the Rhythm of the Crowd Walking the same fast or slow pace can actually cause more harm than good. If you continue walking briskly, you will be more easily frustrated with those who walk too slow. If you’re moving too slowly, you can hold up everyone behind you. Just as you drive with the flow and speed of traffic on a highway,

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8 Tips for Navigating Disney Parks When They’re Over-Crowded

2. Be Courteous of Other Groups Dealing with crowds is difficult enough, but you can make the situation worse if your own party doesn’t cooperate. If you’re wandering through the parks with more than four people, it’s best not to walk abreast. Try to vary your walking patterns as a courtesy to other walkers in the area. Those walking with

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8 Tips for Navigating Disney Parks When They’re Over-Crowded

3. Discover Shortcuts Just as going left can spare you from large crowds, looking at maps and walking through emptier areas of the parks can save you from lots of stress. Vets will know their secret routes, but newcomers can also find shortcuts of their own! Some shortcuts may even be through gift shops. Many Walt Disney World gift shops

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8 Tips for Navigating Disney Parks When They’re Over-Crowded

4. Take Breaks Sometimes, crowds can be a bit much, especially if the Orlando weather is less than pleasant. Getting herded around the parks all day can get exhausting, which is where frequent breaks can come in handy. Relax on a bench and people watch, have a snack, enjoy a show or street performer, or even head back to your resort for a

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