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During a recent sailing on the Disney Dream, we made a special trip to visit the Edge, the club for 11-14 year olds! We made sure to go during open house when anyone of any age can visit. Otherwise, the club is strictly limited to the 11 through 14 year old range. The Edge is located in the forward funnel and is accessed from Deck 12.

The Edge is located in the mid-ship funnel on the Dream on Deck 13. To access the Edge, you have to go to Deck 12 and walk up the stairs. Alternatively, there is a single midship elevator that can also access the club (it will have a button for Deck 13 in it).

To make friends on the cruise, we always suggest showing up to the first night’s “Ice Breakers” activity. Most friendships are formed that first night and they continue the rest of the cruise.

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Youth Clubs

Please enjoy our compiled general information on each of the DCL youth clubs.

It’s a Small World Nursery

Sure, sure the nursery isn’t exactly a club, but deserves a mention. This magical space is a valued and treasured ship resource for caring for your most precious cargo joining you under the age of three.

For details about It’s a Small World Nursery, including rate and reservation info, please visit: https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/onboard-activities/its-a-small-world-childrens-nursery/

Oceaneer Club and Lab

Must be toilet trained!!!

Oceaneer Club/Lab is an activity center designed for kids 3 to 12 years old located on Deck 5, Midship on all four ships (Magic, Wonder, Dream & Fantasy). The operating hours varies occasionally but it’s normally from 9am till midnight better check your personal navigator daily for the exact operating hours of the club.

Oceaneer Club on Disney Wonder has a theme derived from the film Peter Pan, it resembles Captain Hook’s pirate ship straight out of Never Land. The televisions were embedded on what looks like a treasure chests, lamps that looks like the barrels, hanging ropes, wooden planks and a glistening fiber-optic night sky.

Disney’s Oceaneer Club provides a safe environment, where children can play and learn and interact with other children. They have different settings areas where children can play autonomously with toys and games, an area for arts and crafts, and even for watching movies.

On Disney Dream & Fantasy, Oceaneer Club/Lab have a different setting. Both ships have a central rotunda and each serves as the main gathering area of the club, it also leads to four different portals to the other themed rooms in the club. The rotunda also serves as the main stage for the children where they can use as a dance floor, theatrical plays, story telling and a place where they meet and greet the characters. It is also equipped with a wide screen plasma TV where they can also watch movies and interact with Crush the turtle.

Themed Spaces

Branching from the Central Rotunda Oceaneer’s Club of Disney Dream & Fantasy has 4 themed rooms:

Andy’s Room – inspired from the movie, Toy Story. Monster Academy – inspired fro the movie, Monster Inc. Pixie Hollow – inspired from the movie Tinkerbelle and Fairies Explorer Pods – is a Nemo Sub, inspired from the movie Finding Nemo

On Disney Magic, Oceaneer Club/Lab has been newly refurbished, they added new features and theme. Compared to Disney Dream and Fantasy, the central gathering place in Disney Magic is designed like a library and has 4 themed “Storybook Worlds”:

Andy’s Room – inspired by the Toy Story movie. Marvel’s Avengers Academy – inspired by the comic book Marvel’s and the Super Heroes. Mickey Mouse Club Pixie Hollow – inspired by Disney Fairies animated film.

On Disney Wonder, the setup is similar to the Disney Magic and designed like a library and with 4 themed “Storybook Worlds”:

Andy’s Room – inspired by the Toy Story movie. Marvel’s Super Hero Academy – inspired by the comic book Marvel’s and the Super Heroes. Frozen Adventures – modeled after Frozen’s Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post Club Disney Junior

How do I register my child? You can register your child at the terminal during check-in or directly at the club once you board the ship. You can also pre-register online under “My Cruise Plans” once your online check-in becomes available for you for Castaway Cay silver level you can do so in 90 days prior, Gold members 105 days and Platinum 120 days prior to sailing date. For first time cruisers you can pre-register in 75 days prior. Children with special needs, food restrictions and allergies can be accommodated at the club. Just indicate it in your registration forms and notify the staff, and they will make special arrangements. Although they can’t provide one-on-one care, they will do the best they can.

On embarkation day at the terminal, parents and child(ren) need to be present at check-in. Parents will fill out final paperwork and children will receive a wristband indicating that they belong to the Oceaneer Club/Lab aboard the ship. Once on board, parents are welcomed in the club during the open house day (embarkation day) to tour the club, meet the counselors and learn the many activities offered on board for their child.

What is a wristband? Children registered at the Oceaneer Club/Lab are given wristbands that must be worn throughout the duration of your cruise. It is a water and sand proof device and securely attach to your child’s wrists or ankle depending on what you think will be comfortable for your child. It has a black or red clip (medical alert, dietary references) attached to securely hold the bands. Upon registration you will be automatically charged $12.50/registered child on your portfolio for the bands. At the end of the cruise the fee will be reimbursed upon return of the band. You can also keep it for souvenir or future use.

The wristband is used to check in/out your child at the kids club, the same process is also used at Castaway cay’s Scuttles Cove. The wristband uses a RFID – Radio Frequency Identification technology. Any child who uses certain medical device must check their device manufacturer or ask your physician if there may be possible unwanted interferences as a result of the RF transmitters embedded in the bands. Additional information about RFID please click on the link: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/faq/my-disney-experience/frequency-technology/

The wristband when scanned will provide all your child’s vital information including any medical alert, food references and allergies, a red clip will be attached to your child’s band to alert the staff. This will also allow the Youth Club Staffs to have an accurate count of children in the club and be able to locate them while in the club premises.

Can my child check in/out by him/herself? Children ages 8 – 12 with parent’s permission can check in and out by themselves. Without the parent’s authorization they can’t leave the club. A parent must drop their child and at pick-up they need to say the password they provided at the time of registration.

Children are offered lunch and dinner at the club and for those who do not want to join, activities are still ongoing during meal times. This is the perfect time for parents wishing to eat at the adult’s only restaurant on board. There is also a “Dine and Play” program for the families dining on second seating just let your server know that you will be participating in Dine And Play. In Dine and Play program, the children receive their meals earlier and then the youth counselors will come and pick them up from the dining room and escort them to the kids club. This allows parents to enjoy their dinner at their own pace.

For more information about the Oceaneer Club please visit: https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/onboard-activities/oceaneer-youth-club/

For more information about the Oceaneer Lab, please visit: https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/onboard-activities/oceaneer-lab-youth-club/

The Edge is a loft-style lounge exclusive for tweens – kids ages 11 to 14 years old. On Disney Dream and Fantasy, Edge is located on Deck 13, Forward Funnel. On Disney Magic and Wonder, the Edge is located on Deck 2, Midship.

The operating hours varies so make sure you check your daily personal navigator. Usually it opens from 9am till 1:30am.

For more info about The Edge: https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/onboard-activities/edge-youth-club/

The Vibe is a club exclusively for teens ages 14 – 17. You’ll find the Vibe at Deck 11, midship on both the Wonder and Magic. On Disney Fantasy and Dream they are located on deck 5, forward.

The opening hours varies so you will need to refer all the time to your daily personal navigators.

For more info about the Vibe please follow the link: https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/onboard-activities/vibe-teen-club/

Check out photos of these exciting spaces! If there are no photos, please take some on your next cruise and submit to us – thank you!

FANTASY Oceaneer’s Club/Lab The Edge (Photos Needed) The Vibe – More Vibe photos It’s a Small World Nursery Arr-cade (Photos Needed) Chill Spa (Photos Needed)

DREAM Oceaneer’s Club /Lab The Edge (Photos Needed) The Vibe (Photos Needed) It’s a Small World Nursery (Photos Needed)

MAGIC Oceaneer’s Club/Lab – Oceaneer’s Area The Edge The Vibe It’s A Small World Nursery (Photos Needed) Goofy’s Sport’s Deck (Photos Needed)

WONDER Oceaneer’s Club/Lab (Photos Needed) The Edge (Photos Needed) The Vibe (Photos Needed) Flounder’s Reef Nursery (Photos Needed) Quarter Masters (Photos Needed)

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Ultimate Guide To Disney Cruise Child Care and Kids Clubs

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Ah, you’ve booked a cruise. You’re thinking of relaxing poolside, tasty beverages adorned with little umbrellas, exotic destinations, and child care.

The Disney Wish

Wait, what? Child care? Why would child care thoughts pop up in a cruise daydream? Well, when you’re booking a Disney Cruise, why wouldn’t world-class child care be one of your top vacation fantasies?

The name and brand of Disney has proven itself time and time again when it comes to family-friendly entertainment and family-friendly vacations, and on a Disney Cruise , these two concepts merge into a synergetic force, giving your family a vacation tailor-made for each individual as well as your whole family unit.

Mickey and Minnie on the Disney Wish!

That’s a big brag. Ok, let’s back it up by looking at the child care and kid’s clubs aboard the Disney Cruise Line ships to see what all they offer, and why your kids may never want to leave these custom-designed areas on the ships!

The Disney Cruise Line fleet is comprised of five world-class ships : the Disney Magic , the Disney Wonder , the Disney Dream , the Disney Fantasy, and the newest ship in the fleet: the Disney Wish . The fleet will be joined by the Disney Treasure in 2024, and Disney Cruise Line has also recently purchased the Global Dream cruise ship . Each ship has a classic cruise line theme from the glory days of those turn of the (20th) century transatlantic luxury cruiseliners, but with modern twists and amenities.

Disney Magic

All of the cruise ships provide youth and teen clubs to keep the kids entertained during the cruise. There’s even a nursery for those wee ones (for an extra fee). Each youth club is tailored to a different age range and includes different entertainment elements. And each ship has its own unique take on each space.

Oceaneer Club

“it’s a small world” Nursery (Ages 6 months to 3 years)

Yes, there’s even a spot for your baby! So, if you’re looking to book a massage or enjoy a nice dinner with your partner, or even take a nap (because we know you’d love an undisturbed 3-hour nap), you can take your tyke to the nursery.

“it’s a small world” Nursery

Once you get that spot secured, you can rest assured that your little one will have a fun, safe, and Disney-riffic time. This nursery spot is different than the kids clubs for the older children, there is a per-hour charge with a minimum of 1 hour. For additional children in the same family, the charge is a little less per hour for an additional child. And cancellation fees do apply if you cancel your arrangements without at least 4 hours notice.

There are two main rooms in the nursery. An activity room filled with perfect items for tiny hands, like horns to honk, wheels to spin, and buttons to push. The second room has the lights turned down for a calm setting, perfect for naptime.

Nursery on the Disney Wish

The reservations are set for a capacity of four infants (those not yet walking) and 16 toddlers, depending on the number of counselors on hand. Parents are required to provide their own diapers, baby wipes, extra clothing/pajamas, pre-made bottles of milk/formula, baby food in jars, sippy cups, and security items such as blankets, pacifiers, or a favorite toy, and everything should be labeled with the child’s name — just like any daycare or child care facility at home. The nursery counselors use the chat feature in the DCL app to communicate any needs or situations to parents.

Toddler play area

To book your child’s time in the nursery, you’ll want to make a reservation as soon as you can, since space is so limited. Depending on your Stateroom or your Castaway Club status, you can start booking his option between 75-120 days out. Or, check on Embarkation Day for any availability. Daily operating hours may vary, so check the Disney Cruise Line Navigator mobile app while on board the ship.

Disney’s Oceaneer Club (Ages 3 to 12):

When kids are checked into the Oceaneer Club, they enter a common hub area and other themed activity rooms split off from this main room. A stage in the main area provides a platform for kids to express their creativity and storytelling, and is the centerpiece of the Club when Disney characters stop by to visit! There are large-screen TV showing movies that may feature a surprise Disney character interaction from time to time!

Rapunzel’s Art Studio on board the Disney Wish

In the different rooms that split off from the main hub, kids can play in Andy’s Room (Wonder, Magic, Fantasy, Dream), Star Wars: Command Post (Fantasy), Marvel Superhero Academy (Wish, Wonder, Magic, Fantasy ), Pixie Hollow (Magic, Fantasy, Dream), Disney Infinity Game Room (Dream), Star Wars: Millennium Falcon (Dream), Disney Junior (Wonder, Magic), Frozen Adventures (Wonder), Fairytale Hall (Wish), Walt Disney Imagineering Lab (Wish), Mickey & Minnie’s Captain’s Deck (Wish), or Star Wars: Cargo Bay (Wish).

Mickey & Minnie’s Captain Deck

Disney’s Oceaneer Lab (Ages 3 to 12):

Is another spot for when your young crew is feeling creative. Your junior Imagineers can create in Animator’s Studio (Dream, Fantasy, Magic), Craft Studio (Dream, Fantasy, Magic), Media Room (Dream, Fantasy, Wonder), Playmation (Dream), The Wheelhouse (Dream, Fantasy), Sound Studio (Fantasy), Captain’s Workshop (Magic), Navigation Game Station (Magic), Marvel Avenger Academy (Wonder), Andy’s Room (Wonder), Frozen Adventures (Wonder).

The Disney Wish includes an Imagineering Lab for kids!

The Club and Lab are connected with a secure, kids-only hallway, so children can go between the two areas freely. Be sure to pre-register your kids (through the Disney Cruise Line website) for access to these kids clubs before your cruise, so they can be that much closer to experiencing these fun spaces!

Edge (Ages 11-14)

Tweens have their own space aboard Disney ships. Located in different nooks and secret spots around the ships, these tween clubs provide kids with a chance to hang out with others their age, play games, have dance or karaoke parties, and engage in counselor-led activities, or just hang out and play video games. Their own little mini vacation within a vacation.

This tweens-only space is open from 9AM – midnight daily. Disney GETS how much the kids love technology and there is no shortage of it here! Tweens can play video games, sing karaoke, watch TV, and use the computer lab. The space is filled with couches for hanging out, arts and crafts tables, and flat-screen TVs. Counselors will keep the kids busy until midnight with activities, so you may never see your kid the whole cruise long!

Vibe (Ages 14-17)

While designated as a teens-only hangout, Vibe is chaperoned by some of the coolest counselors at sea, in a laid-back way that allows teens to feel as unrestricted and comfortable as they can possibly be.

This is a club built with teens in mind, where technology and social media reign supreme. Giant screens (complete with surround sound) for watching their favorite films or even concerts, plus so many fantastic selfie backgrounds!

“Bar” area

And it wouldn’t be a full club if it didn’t have refreshments like the adult night-clubs do (just non-alcoholic versions, like soda, coffee, and smoothies).

If you’re cruising on the Dream or Fantasy, Vibe extends to a private deck area outside! Poolside deck chairs and loungers offer sunbathing, and access to two wading pools, fountains, jets, and misters. Competitive teens can try their hands at ping pong and foosball.

Additional Spaces

You could argue that the whole ship offers something for everyone, but there are even more spaces beyond just designated kids clubs that are tailored for each unique demographic.

On the Disney Wish , tweens and teens can enjoy Hideaway , a unique “third teen/tween space” adjacent to Vibe. It’s a sort of flex space that can be opened to the teen club or closed off for tween-only events.

There is also Hero Zone on the Disney Wish, which isn’t kid-exclusive (it’s a great event space for the whole family), but it is conveniently close to the Vibe, which is a not-so-mini indoor sports hub. Kids can challenge each other in friendly competition with basketball, soccer, and a variety of table-top games, including Ping-Pong, air hockey, foosball, and shuffleboard.

Incredi-Games at Hero Zone

Chill Spa for Teens is located inside Senses Spa onboard the Disney Dream, Fantasy, and Magic , exclusive for cruisers ages 13 – 17. This spa-within-a-spa has a unique space with treatment rooms, showers, and a separate seating area just for the teen clientele. There is also a menu of services tailor-made for their relaxation and pampering needs, including facials, massages, body treatments, manicures, and pedicures.

Outdoor Oasis © Disney

The Chill Spa does cost extra, so make sure your kiddos save up their allowances for this treatment!

Adults who want to stop by these locations just to get a peek at what the fun is all about can stop by during open house days/hours. The kids clubs on Disney Cruise Line are pretty amazing, so you’ll want to stop by those open houses, even if you’re just a big kid at heart.

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Disney Cruise Kids Clubs – What You Need to Know Updated 2024

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If you have children and are sailing on a Disney cruise you need to know about the amazing clubs they offer for kids.

The Disney Cruise Kids Club really is an amazing facility for all ages from 6 months to age 17.

There are different spaces on all of the Disney Cruise Ships for children of all ages.

I have sailed on many Disney Cruises with kids of all ages for over a decade. And they have all had an amazing time in the kid’s clubs.

Let’s explore what is available for children in the kid’s clubs on a Disney Cruise.

Note that there have been some recent changes to the age groups for each of the kids clubs and a change of policy about flexibility so make sure you read on to see the new rules .

Overview of Disney Cruise Line’s Kids Club

Did you know that Disney is one of the very few cruise lines that have a facility to care for children under the age of 3?

One of the biggest reasons why Disney Cruise Line is the top-rated cruise line for families is because of the different kids clubs that they offer on all the ships in the fleet.

Apart from the “it’s a small world” nursery!, Disney Cruise kids clubs do not require reservations and are complimentary for guests.

The Disney Cruise Line provides structured youth activities and programs to meet the needs of both children and families. They are categorized by specific age groups and offer tailored spaces for each group.

Age-Specific Kids Clubs

All youth programs are led by specially trained Disney counselors to create highly immersive and magical clubs.

They facilitate age-appropriate fun and engaging activities in all of the clubs throughout your cruise vacation. Let’s dive into a complete list of Disney Cruise kids’ clubs!

How Long Can Kids Stay at Kids Club on a Disney Cruise?

Your children can stay as long as you want them to at the Kid’s Clubs. There is no limit on the time they can spend there.

If the kid’s clubs are open and your child is happy to be there – they can be there all day if they want to. And they may very well want to.

How Does the Disney Kids Club Work on a Cruise?

There are 5 different Kids Clubs on each Disney Ship :

It’s A Small World Nursery 6 months to 3 years – this is the only one with a fee
Oceaneer Club ages 3 to 10
Oceaneer Lab ages 3 to 10
Edge ages 11 to 14
Vibe ages 14 to 17

Note that effective on sailings that depart on or after December 21, 2023 the age range in Disney’ Oceaneer Club and Oceaneer Lab changes from 3 to 12 to 3 to 10. With no exceptions.

During youth activities Open House times, guests of all ages are permitted in youth activity spaces, including Disney’s Oceaneer Club, Disney’s Oceaneer Lab, Edge and Vibe.

Guests with children 11 and 12 years old no longer need to complete youth activities registration as part of Online Check-in for these children.

This change is also applicable to Scuttle’s Cove which is the kids club for the younger ones at Castaway Cay. This has also changed from 3 to 12 years of age to 3 to 10 years of age .

It’s A Small World Nursery

“ It’s a small world ” nursery! is available on all of the Disney Cruise ships for children aged from 6 months to 3 years old.

It is the only childcare center on the Disney ships which is not provided free of charge, and you have to book ahead.

Even if you don’t use the Small World Nursery for many hours on your Disney Cruise, it can be great to get a break so you can take advantage of all that a Disney Cruise has for Adults .

The cast members provide nothing short of quality care and unmatched convenience.

While the programs at “it’s a small world” nursery! will vary depending on your child’s mood, activities like story time, movie time, and arts and crafts projects will keep them smiling and engaged. The nursery consists of three distinct areas:

Acclimation zone designed to help your little ones adjust to their new environment
Main play area that features a 3D facade of the “it’s a small world” attraction that is filled with interactive wonders
A separate quiet room for infants and toddlers to take naps.

It’s a Small World Nursery that charges $4.50 for each half-hour, and you must book for at least one hour. Therefore, the minimum charge is $9 for the first child.

There is a discount for children who are in the same family as they are only charged $4 per hour. So the minimum charge is $8 per hour for the second child.

Advance reservations are required and can be made online:

Up to 120 days ahead for Concierge and Platinum Castaway Club Guests
Up to 105 days ahead for Gold Castaway Club Guests
Up to 90 days ahead for Silver Castaway Club Guests
Up to 75 days ahead for all other Guests

If you don’t make reservations online you can go to the Nursery to see if there is any additional time available.

Numbers are very strictly controlled as there needs to be the correct amount of Cast Members to care for the babies and infants.

If you need to cancel a reservation make sure that you do that at least 4 hours ahead of time or you will pay for all of the sessions that you have booked.

Related: Disney Wish Nursery

Is Food Provided in the It’s A Small World Nursery?

Juice and crackers are available for snacks for your child.

Lunch and dinner is no longer provided as it used to be prior to the shutdown.

Milk is not provided so you need to bring your own formula and bottles. If you have baby food you can bring this as well.

What Else Will My Child Need for the Nursery on a Disney Cruise?

You will need to provide diapers, wipes, and pull-ups for your child if they are not potty trained.

Pack a bag that is clearly labeled for your child with extra items such as a change of clothing, a special blanket, a pacifier, or perhaps a favorite toy.

Make sure that you label items because things do sometimes get lost.

If you think that your child may be anxious or not settle well in the Nursery, it can also be a good idea to go to the open house which is held every day.

This can help your child get used to the new environment and the counselors.

Make sure that you download the Navigator’s App as the Counsellors will use this to contact you if you need to pick up your child early.

Counselors can’t give any medication to your child, but there is a trained First Aid Cast Member in the Nursery at all times.

Disney’s Oceaneer Club

Children aged between 3 and 12 have a choice between the Oceaneer Club and the Oceaneer Lab. On all of the Disney ships, the Oceaneers Club and Lab are on Deck 5 mid-ship.

The Oceaneer Club is themed for Disney fantasy and imagination, while the Oceaneer Lab is about learning while having fun.

They are separate spaces but are connected by a closed corridor. Your child can move from one space to the other via this corridor. If they need help, the Counsellor will accompany them!

From character-driven performances and special story-telling sessions to larger-than-life play areas and dress-up opportunities, your kids will be delighted to step into a world inhabited by some of their favorite characters.

The Oceaneer Club-themed play spaces include:

Andy’s Room
Disney Infinity Game Room
Pixie Hollow
Star Wars: Millennium Falcon
Star Wars: Command Post
Star Wars: Cargo Bay
Marvel Super Hero Academy
Disney Junior
Mickey and Minnie Captain’s Deck
Frozen Adventures
Fairytale Hall.

They also provide one-of-a-kind guided group activities to add more enchantment and fantasy:

Disney’s Once Upon a Time
Puzzle Playtime with Mickey and Friends
Jedi Training: Experience the Force
Woody’s Round Up
Doctor Strange: Defy the Dark Dimension
Thor Becoming Worthy
Mickey and the Roadster Racers
Disney Royal Academy
Join the Lion Guard
Captain America’s Super Hero 101
Walt Disney Imagineering Lab.

Disney Oceaneer’s Lab

You will probably find that your children want to spend every possible moment in the Kids Clubs! There are lots of organized activities, but if your children want to be independent that is fine too.

You can see the daily schedule for the day on the Navigator so you can plan if your child wants to do a particular activity.

The only times that you can spend time in the Oceaneers Clubs as a parent is during Open House. Look at your Navigators for when these times are scheduled.

From highly interactive spaces and games to crazy experiments and all kinds of activities, Disney Oceaneer’s Lab is dedicated to exploration and designed just for kids. The Disney Oceaneer’s Lab-themed play spaces include:

Animator’s Studio
Craft Studio
The Wheelhouse
Captain’s Workshop.

They also provide one-of-a-kind guided group activities to add more discovery and learning:

Get the Hook!
Piston Cup Challenge
Anyone Can Cook
Super Sloppy Science with Professor Make-O-Mess
What Goes Up
Zootopia Mystery Trek
Stitch’s Space Goo
Disney Pals Pajama Party.

Disney Cruise Edge

The Edge is for those aged 11 to 14.

Note that whilst there used to be an overlap for kids aged 11 and 12 who could choose to go either to Oceaneers or Edge, this is no longer then case. There is no flexibility with the ages groups.

My children have all formed some long-lasting friendships with people who they met in Disney Cruise Edge because of how the space on each ship is designed to appeal to that age group.

There is a lot of interaction with the Disney counselors for this age group, with an emphasis on smaller groups!

Disney Cruise Edge is designed for tweens to engage in cool and engaging daily activities such as:

That’s Hilarious
Heroes and Villains
Crowning of the Couch Potato
A Pirate’s Life for Me
Descendant’s Den DJ Spin Off.

From karaoke to video games, puzzles, challenges, and scavenger hunts to arts and crafts, there is something to appeal to all in this Disney Cruise Kids Club age group.

That’s not to mention that Disney characters also visit the Kids Clubs at certain times!

Disney Kids Clubs Vibe

Disney Kids Club Vibe is for teens aged from 14 to 17.

To access the Vibe on the Disney Fantasy and the Dream, teenagers have to have their own key card which is specially coded.

On the Disney Magic and the Wonder, the loft-inspired space is in the forward Funnel.

The Disney Fantasy and Dream have wonderful indoor and outdoor spaces that might even make you wish you were a teenager again!

Lastly, the different spaces on the Disney Dream Class ships are perfect for teens to hang out and make friends.

Vibe is a teen-exclusive haven where your kids can chill out, watch TV, listen to music, play group games, and more with cruisers their age. It is fully equipped with multiple flat-screen TVs, video games, board games, and tablets.

From catching some rays to day-and-night dance parties, Vibe also hosts a range of daily fun-filled activities that include:

Teen Download
Vibe Movie Makers

Is There a Kids Club on Castaway Cay?

Yes, Disney has thought of everything. There is even a Kids Club on their private island Castaway Cay .

When the ship docks in Castaway Cay they can still use the Kids Clubs on board.

However, there is also a place on the island where they can be looked after by the Disney Counsellors. This is a more convenient option if you are planning to spend some of the time with the kids on Castaway Cay, as you don’t have to go back to the ship to collect them.

Scuttle’s Cove is available to any child aged 3 to 10 who is registered with the Kids Clubs.

What is there to do on Castaway Cay?

How To Register for the Disney Cruise Kids Clubs

For any of the kid’s clubs on a Disney Cruise, you do need to register your child.

The easiest way to do this is online. You will have the option to do this once you have paid in full for your cruise.

It does save some time if you do this prior to your cruise.

You can also do this at the terminal on embarkation day. The lines do tend to be quite long for this, but it can keep you occupied whilst you wait for your boarding party to be called.

You will fill out all the paperwork (it doesn’t take long). You will then get a Disney Cruise Line Youth Activities Magic Band for each child.

This has to be handed back at the end of the cruise or you will be charged.

You can keep the Magic Band as a souvenir if you want, but you will be charged $12.95.

When you get on board the ship there will be an open house.

You can tour all the kid’s clubs at this time – it is a great opportunity to see what is available.

Disney Cruise Lines has a downloadable PDF for younger cruisers so that they can know what to expect on the cruise.

It has some good information and includes some coloring pages that younger children may like.

Safety and Security Measures of the Kids Clubs

Parents can download the Navigator’s App and use it to directly contact the youth counselors at any given time.

Counselors cannot give any medication to your child, but there is a trained First Aid Cast Member in the Nursery at all times.

At Disney Cruise kids clubs, each child has a wristband for identification. These spaces are secure because only adults who you authorize can collect your child and they have to know the password.

Tips for Parents

To give your children the best Disney Cruise kids club experience, we’ve rounded up some of the most practical tips that parents can use in planning their perfect Disney Cruise vacation:

Familiarize yourself with the corresponding Disney Cruise kids club ages to find out the best options for your child
Explore the different clubs and attend the open houses with your children during their specified times
Make sure to provide diapers, wipes, and pull-ups if your child is not potty-trained
Use the family playtime hours (8 AM – 9 AM) in the nursery as an opportunity to spend quality time with your toddlers
Quiet spaces and movie rooms are always available if your kids need to take a break or a nap!

Disney Cruise Kids Clubs – Final Thoughts

The Kid’s Clubs on all of the Disney Ships are excellent.

The environment is well designed, the Counsellors are wonderful and the mix between scheduled activities and free choice of things to do is just right.

Most kids will love it. And parents too!

You do have to be prepared so that your child may not want to spend much time with you! Other children, never really take to it and won’t want to spend time there.

It just depends on the individual.

My eldest, who is now an adult, never really wanted to spend time there. My two sons would spend all the time they possibly could in the kid’s clubs.

Be prepared for either scenario!

One thing which is particularly great about the kid’s clubs is that my sons have formed lasting friendships with people who they have met on the Disney Cruises. It can be a wonderful bonding experience.

Alison Meacham is the founder of EverythingMouse Disney Blog. For over 15 years she has shared her love of Disney Parks, Disney Cruises and Universal Orlando. In over 30 years of Disney Travel she has spent countless months in Disney Parks and has sailed on over 45 cruises. A British native and now a United States resident she splits her time between California, Florida and the UK. And spends a serious amount of time sailing the seven seas. She helps over 200,000 people per month follow their Disney travel dreams.

Thursday 11th of January 2024

Is a 2 year old able to play in Andy’s Room on the Fantasy, with his parents of course, during Open House? Is there an Open House for this room, guess is apart of Oceaneers Club, everyday? Many thanks!

Sunday 14th of January 2024

Yes you can take your 2 year old to the Open House. They are usually scheduled every day and you will find out the time on your Navigator App

Sunday 23rd of July 2023

This may seem a silly question but we're doing our first cruise soon and my child will be 3 1/2. She's worried about how she asks me to come and get her if she's not having fun or she misses me? Do you know what the process is for them letting parents know that a kid wants/needs to be collected? I don't want to be going back every 1/2 hour to check she's ok, but I also want to be able to tell her the plan to reassure her that she won't be stuck there if she's not feeling comfortable

Wednesday 26th of July 2023

Don't worry! The Cast Members at the Kids Club are very aware that this can happen. You will be contacted by text if they need to collect here. You can also spend some time with her at the Open Houses that they have so that she feels more comfortable.

Friday 9th of June 2023

I was wondering what, if any, separation there is in the younger (3 to 12 yr.) club space? We are planning a cruise next year and my daughter will be 4. I want her to have fun in the club space, but if she is around 9, 10, 11, year olds, I can foresee there being possible issues, given the age and size gap. Any advice or recommendations would be appreciated. Thank you.

Sunday 11th of June 2023

The are different spaces for each age Group so all kids are with the same age Groups. On all the ships there is a corridor connecting the spaces, but this is more for the older children to use so they can go between the different areas if they want. At 4 years old she would be with her own age Group. Disney Kids Clubs really are the best at sea.

Tuesday 24th of January 2023

Just got off magic. They do not feed your kids anything in the kids club. FYI.

Thomas Carter

Wednesday 25th of January 2023

@Sarah, do you know if they just flat don’t allow eating and drinking there or can I drop off quick food instead of having to pull him out? Also, my son doesn’t have a cell phone. Is there a way for kids to communicate with their parents besides giving them their own device with the navigator app?

Going on the Wonder to Alaska in May for 7 days as my first cruise with a 10 year old and 8 month infant

Thursday 12th of January 2023

Thanks for this post. My only question… Is eating at the kids club for lunch and dinner available every day? I thought I read elsewhere that it was only select days.

Thanks for all the other info. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Monday 16th of January 2023

I don't believe that lunch and dinner in the Kids Clubs is an option at the moment.

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Edge tween club on the Disney Dream

Edge is one of the kids clubs on board the Disney cruise line. This space is designated for kids aged 11-14, as of December 2023 DCL made changes to the max age allowed in the Oceaneer club and lab to 10 years and under.

You can find this club inside one of the ships funnels and can be accessed on the 13th floor by either stairs or elevator. Since the elevator opens in the middle of the club it is locked for regular use. If you are sailing with a kid old enough for Edge they will be given access on their club band to reach the club by elevator.

They have 2 large TV screens, a gaming area, dance floor and a great view of the outside. They also have a full schedule of games, scavenger hunts, trivia and cooking. All the times for these can be found on the daily navigator.

Click here to see the Edge club aboard the Disney Magic.

Plan Your Day With the Disney Cruise Line Navigator App

Using a mobile app to find cruise activities makes it difficult to get away from your phone on vacation. Never fear, TouringPlans is here! Today I’m going to run through how to find scheduled activities, fast , so that you can plan your day quickly. If you’re a DCL veteran who used the paper Navigators in the past, you might even find that the digital Navigator has some big advantages.

This post is tightly focused on how to find activity and entertainment information. Do you already know the basics of using the DCL Navigator app on board? Then you can skip straight to the Use It Like A Pro section. Don’t have any idea where to start with the Navigator app? Then you may want to check out Step-By-Step: How to Use Disney Cruise Line Navigator on Board first.

Ship Information

Tapping “Today’s Itinerary” on the Home Screen gives you the big picture. You’ll find weather, what the ship is doing that day, etc. If it’s a port day this is where you’ll find the All Ashore and All Aboard times, and tapping the “Going Ashore” icon will give you a variety of information that is the same for every port.

Scrolling the Today’s Itinerary screen on a port day will bring up information about Emergency Contacts and the Ship’s Agent at the port. If you’re going ashore, it can be a good idea to take a screenshot of the Contact Information screen. That way you’ll have the information no matter what the internet situation is.

The Explore Screen

For entertainment, activity, and dining schedules, you’ll want to head for the Explore screen. To use this section well, remember there’s more than one way to peel an orange. Want to see movie schedules? There are at least four different ways to access them. Disney has worked hard to expose a lot of information so don’t be afraid to tap, tap, tap.

Start by tapping the ship on the bottom icon bar to open the Explore screen. At the top of this screen, there are four features you’ll want to take note of.

The explore screen is shown and areas to change the date, filter, etc. are highlighted.

⭐ You can change the date you’re looking at — tap the date at the top and select a different day. This is an advantage over the old paper Navigators, where tomorrow’s schedule was always a mystery.

⭐ The slider menu lets you quickly zero in on activity types. Once you are familiar with this slider, it will often be the fastest way to access what you’re looking for.

⭐ The Filter button can narrow the big list in the Daily Activities tab rapidly. This Filter button is only visible when the slider menu rests on Daily Activities.

⭐ On the top left, you can tap the small ship for deck plans to find your way around the boat and not just around the schedule.

In the lower part of the screen, you’ll see a list. This can be a list of activity “cards” or a list of venue “cards”, depending on which tab of the slider menu is selected. Let’s talk about the activity cards first; the Daily Activities and Character Greetings tabs will have this type of list.

Activity Cards & Schedules

Activity cards show the time and location of the activity, how long it takes, and what age group it’s aimed at. They also have a heart in the upper right corner; tapping the heart adds or removes activities from your personal plans. Once you’ve hearted an activity, its card will appear on the My Plans screen. You’ll get reminder notifications for everything in My Plans 15 minutes in advance.

A list of character Meet & Greets shows on the screen

What might not be obvious is that you can tap the activity card to open its activity page and get more information. Each activity page has two tabs: Overview and Schedule. The overview tab has a description of the activity. The schedule shows the cards for all the times that this same activity is offered throughout the cruise, labeled with the location instead of the activity name.

Filtering the Daily Activities Tab

Straight talk: unless you really want to look at everything, the Filter is your friend on the Daily Activities tab. Yes, it is a couple of extra taps, but it’s a much more pleasant experience. Unfortunately, the filters do not persist if you close and reopen the app.

Venue Cards and Schedules

The remaining slider tabs are Dining & Lounges, Spa & Salon, Youth Clubs, Pools, Sports & Recreation, Shopping, Live Shows & Movies, and Guest Services; some of these are shown below as examples. All of these tabs will have a listing of venue cards, instead of activity cards. Venue cards have hours of operation and the location on the ship.

Like the activity card, you can tap on a venue card to open its page. Venue pages come in three basic flavors: overview and schedule, dining, and hours of operation only.

⭐ Overview and schedule-type pages are similar to the activity pages. The difference is the list of activity cards: it’s the scheduled activities for the space. Scroll down to see days in the future.

Activity pages and the overview-and-schedule type venue pages are different ways of listing the same information. It’s a bit like organizing a cookbook – do you make a chapter for vegetarian dishes and a section for appetizers, or a chapter for appetizers and a section for vegetarian dishes? If you find activity cards on an activity listing or a venue page schedule, they’ll be labeled with the name of the activity. But if you find them on the activity page schedule, they’ll be labeled with the name of the location that is hosting them. No matter where you find it, it’s the same activity, and tapping the heart will make it appear on your My Plans tab.

⭐ Dining pages show the hours for meal periods (breakfast, lunch, etc.) at each location. You may also see a link to view the menu, which is good for those of us who like to plan our dinner first thing in the morning. You’ll find dining-type cards in the Dining & Lounges tab, but you’ll also see them other places. For instance, tap More → Dining Schedule to see your full dining rotation for the whole cruise.

⭐ Some locations will have a hybrid page that shows both a menu and the overview and schedule tabs. That’s because these are multi-purpose locations. During the day, they’re used for activities, but in the evening they’re devoted to nightlife.

⭐ Hours of operation-only pages are for locations like shops and pools that are either open or shut; they don’t have a Schedule tab. You’ll quickly learn which venues have these kinds of pages and stop tapping on those cards.

❗Be aware! Venue cards may appear under more than one tab in the slider. For instance, the Oceaneer Lab/Club may appear under both the Youth Clubs tab and the Sports & Recreation tab. No matter where you find it, the venue’s schedule tab will show the same information. Non-sports activities won’t be filtered away because you started in the Sports & Recreation tab.

Use It Like A Pro

OK, here are six of my best tips for finding everything you want without wading through a ton of stuff that you don’t.

1️⃣ The schedule tab is your friend. Let’s say you added an 8:15 am showing of the Marvels in the Buena Vista Theatre, and when your alarm goes off you wonder why you did this to yourself on vacation. Tap the activity card in My Plans to quickly check the schedule; if there’s another showing that works for you then heart that one instead and go back to sleep.

2️⃣ For a character you want to meet, find a time the character appears in the Characters tab. Then drill down to the schedule and heart any appearances that might work with your plans. After you’ve successfully bagged a meet and a photo, you can cross off the others. Not all characters meet every single day, so you will want to do a quick skim through each day for new appearances.

3️⃣ To quickly get rid of all the Youth Club activities in the Daily Activities tab, use the Filter and select “Adult Exclusive” and “Fun for All Ages”

4️⃣ Kids’ club Open Houses are considered to be a single activity: Youth Activities Open House. If you’re interested in these, find the first Open House, then use the activity’s schedule to find all the Open Houses for Oceaneer Lab/Club, Edge, and Vibe.

5️⃣ Be wary of activities that have a colon in the name such as “Animation: Donald Duck” or “Anyone Can Cook: Apple Strudel”. You might think that checking this activity’s schedule will find all the Animation events, or all the Anyone Can Cook events. But it doesn’t work that way; the first part of the name is just a general category. If you want to find “Animation: Daisy Duck”, you’ll need to be clever and peruse the schedule for the D Lounge (or the equivalent space on your boat) since all the Animation activities are held there.

6️⃣ The “My Favorites” filter on the Daily Activities tab shows almost the same thing as the “My Plans” tab. But your reserved dining time will be missing and the view is much more compact. Screenshot the Daily Activities tab with the “My Favorites” filter on, and set it as your lock screen for the day. This way you can check your plans at any time without having to open your phone and tap around in the app.

Do you have a great tip for using the Disney Cruise Line Navigator app? What’s your favorite thing about it? Let us know in the comments!

Jennifer Heymont

Jennifer has a background in math and biology, so she ended up in Data Science where she gets to do both. She lives just north of Boston with her husband, kids, and assorted animal members of the family. Although it took three visits for the Disney bug to "take", she now really wishes she lived a lot closer to the Parks.

The Edge Tween Club on The Disney Wish is the Coolest Place To Be!

by Kristin Sabol · July 3, 2022

Kids just want to have fun- especially those tweens! And if you are vacationing on Disney’s newest cruise ship, the Disney Wish, you have an awesome option to hang out and have fun.

The Disney Wish’s Edge Tween Club is the Coolest Place To Be!

Chic, cool, and designed for ages 11-14, you’re tweens will feel amazing in this New York City-inspired club just for them!

Edge Kids Club

This cool club is located on Deck 5 and features a “hidden entrance.”

Designed for kids ages 11-14 (10 years old allowed with parent waiver), bright colors, chill activities, and a fun vibe make this the ultimate hot spot!

Check out the brightly colored and comfy furniture! Great places to chill and watch your favorite movies!

Plenty of fun details!

And fun, colorful backdrops to create the perfect selfie!

And hang with all of your new friends.

This tween hang out is the perfect place to watch movies, play games, enjoy arts and crafts and more.

Want a closer look? Get an insider look at Edge on the Disney Wish!

The Disney Wish

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How cool are these offerings? Are you excited for the newest way to vacation?

The Disney Wish, Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, sets sail this summer and you can be among the first to experience the all-new enchantment on board.

Get ready for new experiences on board featuring your favorite stories from Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar and more.

Exciting merchandise, world- class dining, and of course, the best in Disney entertainment. Check out all of the amazing offerings on the Disney Wish.

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Explore the Edge & Vibe Clubs Aboard the Disney Magic

Today we’re checking out the tween and teen club spaces, Edge & Vibe , aboard the Disney Magic . Both spaces were recently renovated to update their looks while the ship was in dry dock in 2018. Let’s take a check out at their new looks!

The Disney Magic’s youth club just for tweens, ages 11-14, is the Edge. Located mid-ship on deck 9, Edge has a “boiler room” feel, with lots of exposed pipes and valves, decorated with artwork, stickers, and drawings. Tweens are invited to kick back and chill in the space that includes a 98″ plasma tv for movies, video game centers, arts and craft areas, a dance floor, and more.

Edge also hosts a bunch of daily activities led by the activities counselors. Kids can participate in ship-wide scavenger hunts and interactive games that encourage teamwork and fun. There’s even a snack bar where kids can fill up on approved snacks and drinks. Check out the video below for a quick tour of the updated space:

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Over on the Vibe side, teens ages 14-17 get their own private space. Located mid-ship on Deck 11, Vibe has an”urban loft” feel. The lounge area is outfitted with the latest technology and gaming, including Nintendo Switch, iPads, and arcade games. There’s also a large flat screen to watch movies or play video games. Some of the quiet corners include small spaces to read or play board games as well.

Its location gives you a fantastic view of the activities happening below on deck. Teens can sit at the updated bar, serving smoothies, beverages, and coffee, and look out over the ocean. Counselors are on hand here to keep the kids engaged in activites throught the cruise, like “Vibe Movie Makers”, where teens are invited to create and edit a movie, to be screened on the “big screen”. Check out this video of the new teen digs:

These updates to Vibe & Edge make me want to be a kid again! On second thought, I’ll just send my own tween to the Edge knowing she’ll be having more fun and I’ll be enjoying some “me” time on our next cruise .

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Disney Wish: 9 things to know about Disney's newest ship

It's official: Disney's "Wish" has indeed come true, as Disney Cruise Line 's first new ship in a decade has joined the fleet.

Disney Cruise Line describes itself as "where magic meets the sea" — and now that it's recently wrapped up a media preview sailing of the ship, we can confirm that it is not only magical but also absolutely beautiful and very different from the other four Disney ships .

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Since 1998, Disney has embraced many of the same skills it uses while making its captivating movies to create a real-life setting on its first four ships that transports guests to a world where almost anything feels possible.

With its original class of ships, Disney introduced "magic" portholes in interior staterooms, fireworks celebrations at sea, paintings that "move," rotational dining rooms that transform and four age-specific kids clubs where children actually want to spend time.

Given the opportunity to design the first all-new Disney ship in 10 years and ultimately set the stage for the next class of ships at Disney Cruise Line, Disney Imagineers had both an exciting opportunity and an almost Herculean task of creating a whole new level of magic on the first of these new ships: Disney Wish.

Sailing from Port Canaveral for three- and four-night itineraries to the Bahamas for the foreseeable future, Disney Cruise Line's fifth ship is a stunning departure from its sister ships, to say the least.

Here are nine things unique to Disney Wish that we feel really set it apart.

Upgraded rooms and suites

I'll happily admit to being a sucker for a suite at sea and Disney concierge service amenities, but all of the cabins on Wish are a big step up for Disney Cruise Line.

Disney Wish cabins have a more subdued and upscale vibe than the cabins on Disney's four other ships, with a fairy-tale aesthetic featuring flourishes of gold and hidden surprises, such as special lighting effects over the pull-out bunk bed for kids.

In total, there are 1,254 rooms, 70% of which have balconies (or verandahs, as Disney calls them). Additionally, more than one-third (451) have connecting doors. There is a record number of concierge-level staterooms and suites, too, with 76 available (double the number of concierge-designated accommodations you'll find on other Disney vessels).

Each one-bedroom concierge suite has a separate living room, walk-in closets, two 43-inch TVs and two bathrooms, one of which features a rain shower, a bathtub and a double vanity.

Related: Review of a 1-bedroom suite on the Disney Wonder

New to Disney Wish are seven ocean-view rooms located over the bridge — a first for Disney Cruise Line. These rooms have an extended living area with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the bow and ocean.

And if all of that isn't enough, there are four royal suites with a "Sleeping Beauty" theme, two of which feature a wild, two-story floor plan. Hey, it's free to dream, isn't it? So, let's fantasize about the soaking tub, private hot tub, two master bedrooms, spiral staircase and two-deck-high stained-glass frieze.

For cruisers who enjoy booking a room with access to the Concierge Lounge, Disney says it is more than triple the size of lounges on previous Disney ships, offering a "full bar, delicious light bites … an outdoor terrace with incredible views" and a special area for kids.

There is a private sun deck with two whirlpools, a wading pool and a bar, which is great news, as the main Disney pool areas tend to get pretty crowded.

If you want the best of the best, go for the almost 2,000-square-foot Wish Tower Suite, which is set in the forward funnel of the ship. It's hard to believe this is an actual place people can stay on a ship.

Related: Is Disney Cruise concierge service worth it?

All-new on-ship attractions

Star wars: hyperspace lounge takes you to another galaxy.

I'll spare you the "out of this world" puns to describe the adult-focused Star Wars: Hyperspace Lounge on Disney Wish.

However, after watching (and feeling) the ship make multiple jumps to hyperspace, I can tell you this is a must-visit spot to grab a drink. You'll love sipping a space-themed cocktail at the bar while watching ships pass by — even if you don't go for the $5,000 "Star Wars" drink .

Ships from all timelines of the "Star Wars" franchise fly across seven monitors that feature such insanely high resolutions that it really looks like Star Destroyers, TIE Fighters, the Millennium Falcon and more are right outside. The Imagineers worked closely with Lucasfilm to unlock the entire library of ships. Every ship that whizzes by has a name, a story and a place in the greater "Star Wars" universe. You can expect to take that jump through hyperspace to a different part of the galaxy every seven minutes or so.

To keep things as comfortable and immersive as possible, the direction you fly on the screens is indeed the same direction the cruise ship is heading, giving the experience an even more realistic feel.

But this space doesn't merely focus on what is happening "outside" — there's a whole lot going on inside the high-end, sophisticated lounge as well. While it's not as immersive as Disney's other "Star Wars" bars when you factor out the high-tech windows, it's still a cool — and very popular — space.

Star Wars: Hyperspace Lounge is open to families during the day, but every night starting at 9 p.m., the yacht-style lounge transforms into an adults-only venue ideal for kicking back and enjoying galactic-themed cocktails.

You'll enter the lounge via a room that is dark and serves as a "palate cleanser" from the rest of the ship. Then, once inside, everything from the custom furniture to the liquor bottles and specialty cocktails to the tap handles for the beer is themed accordingly.

As a child of the 1980s who lived and breathed all things "Star Wars" growing up, I had a blast enjoying a few otherworldly drinks from this gold-laden lounge with views of the universe beyond. It's no "Star Wars" hotel , but it's still pretty memorable.

And, fine, maybe on my next Wish cruise I'll bring my kids here during the day, too.

Related: Is Disney's new Star Wars hotel worth it?

The waterslide is more than just a waterslide

If you've sailed on Disney Dream or Disney Fantasy, you've likely experienced the AquaDuck waterslide .

Disney is calling the AquaMouse (the waterslide on Disney Wish) the "first-ever Disney attraction at sea," which is a big statement for a company that knows attractions.

The AquaMouse, which any cruiser who is at least 42 inches tall can ride, features show scenes, lighting effects, a dark tunnel, an original soundtrack and more than 60 water effects for a two-minute ride that spans 760 feet of tubing above the upper decks (and there are two totally different experiences available ).

The waterslide had a few issues on our preview cruise, so not all the effects were working, but my understanding is that the two storylines (Port Misadventures and Swiss Meltdown) will be available on a schedule of alternating days.

These shows are done in the same style as the newer Mickey shorts and what is featured at Hollywood Studios' Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway. The cartoon scenes take place across multiple 85-inch screens during the 75 seconds you are traveling up the tunnel while you get soaked in a raft built for two.

At the height of the show, you blast out of the tunnel and embark on a water ride around the upper decks. This ride also includes a series of speed blasters before its grand finale: a soaring loop over the edge of the ship. As an added bonus, you won't have to carry your own raft to the start of the ride.

I'm not sure the experience was so different than AquaDuck to label it a full-on attraction like you'd find in the theme parks, but it is certainly a waterslide worth checking out.

Lots of (really good) pools

One feature that was a bit under-hyped leading up to the first Wish sailing was the pools.

There are more of them on Disney Wish than you'll find on the other Disney ships, and they are spread out, so you have a better chance of finding one that is tucked away and less crowded.

The adults-only pool is especially worth mentioning, as it is an infinity pool that looks off the back of the ship. That said, all of the pools are much better than others I've seen on Disney Cruise Line.

New rotational restaurants

The first four Disney cruise ships revolutionized dinner at sea by introducing a trio of themed restaurants where you — and the serving crew and other guests — rotate together throughout the nights of your cruise.

Disney Wish retains the rotational dining format but with a lineup of all-new dining experiences.

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Worlds of Marvel

When it's your turn to dine in the Worlds of Marvel restaurant, which is the first-ever Marvel cinematic dining adventure, you'll have a role to play in saving the universe. As you eat at one of the 120 tables, you'll have access to a "quantum core" to use throughout your meal.

Between courses, all of which are inspired by the Marvel cinematic universe, there's a three-act event that starts off with Ant-Man and the Wasp doing a demonstration of what your quantum core can do.

During the main portion of the dinner service, the screens all around the room highlight the technology used by the superheroes, such as Captain America's shield and the vibranium that comes from Wakanda.

The real excitement begins toward the end of your meal.

I won't give away the ending, but you can expect a supervillain as well as some extra help from "good guys" like Captain Marvel and Captain America. You'll also need to use your quantum core in the battle against evil, so don't fill up too much on shrunken desserts until you save the ship.

Arendelle: A Frozen Dining Adventure

Next up on our foodie tour around the ship is Arendelle: A Frozen Dining Adventure . This is Disney's first "Frozen"-themed theatrical dining experience.

The show takes place immediately after "Frozen II" and celebrates the engagement of Kristoff and Anna with immersive live entertainment performed in the round of the dining room.

The Arendelle menu is Nordic-influenced, though there are options from a little closer to home, too, should you prefer less-adventurous items. The food here was some of our favorite on the ship, and the show was also pretty top-notch. There's even a celebration line toward the end similar to what happens in Tiana's Place aboard Disney Wonder .

But seriously, don't miss this dinner unless you hate "Frozen," live music and all things fun. In that case, maybe consider booking Palo.

The last of Disney Wish's new rotational restaurants is 1923, which is named after the year the Walt Disney Company was founded.

Disney says this restaurant features the best of the golden age of Hollywood, with the style of the furniture inspired by what was actually in Walt's office. The menu pays tribute to the company's Californian roots, and the dining room has a more intimate feel thanks to being divided into two equal parts that mirror each other.

While there are not any villains or live entertainment here, the more laid-back setting is much appreciated, especially if you're seeking a similar dining pace and styling to what's available on the first four Disney ships.

However, if you are on a shorter cruise and need to skip one or more of the included restaurants to try out one of the adults-only spaces, this may be the one to forgo, unless you prefer quiet dinners. You can also visit for breakfast or lunch on certain days if you're set on working it into your cruise.

Additional dining options

The list of places to eat aboard Disney Wish is actually even longer than the three previously mentioned rotational dining restaurants.

For those willing to spend a little extra (and lucky enough to snag a reservation), the adults-only restaurants on Wish shouldn't be missed. Options include Palo Steakhouse, which combines the best of high-end Italian cuisine with a steakhouse in a setting that features subtle nods to "Beauty and the Beast," and Enchanté, where French-inspired fare concocted by the same chef who was behind the food at Remy (an upscale restaurant on board Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy) is on the menu.

I tried out Palo while on Disney Wish, and it was over-the-top amazing when it came to the service, the views and, of course, the food itself.

Connecting both of these luxe dining options is The Rose, a lounge that offers wine, small bites and other adult-focused items designed for pre- or post-dinner enjoyment.

These restaurants and the adjacent lounge are absolutely gorgeous, and the food ranks as some of the best I've ever had ... anywhere.

A meal at Palo will start at around $45 per person, though that's for the set menu. A la carte items where the price is not set are available, too. Meals at Enchanté cost $125 per person for the set menu or you can order a la carte dishes. At The Rose, drinks are by the glass, so you can pop in whenever you're free — and you should, as it's an incredibly elegant spot ideal for unwinding without kids.

If you're looking for a casual venue to dine in with kids, be sure to check out the new version of the buffet: Marceline Market. Named after Walt Disney's hometown in Missouri, this eatery has 10 food stalls and a beverage center. Each station features a Disney movie theme, such as "Tangled," "Ratatouille," "Alice in Wonderland" or "Zootopia."

The food was delicious here, and I appreciated the addition of a place to order premium coffee and other beverages adjacent to the market. Know, though, that the seafood is a little hidden. You'll find it tucked away from the other stalls all the way in the aft.

On the upper deck, you'll discover a number of poolside options, including Mickey's Smokestack Barbecue, Donald's Cantina, Daisy's Pizza Pies, Goofy's Grill and Sweet Minnie's Ice Cream.

This food is vastly better than the pool deck food I've had on other Disney ships, so be sure to save time for at least one meal out on the deck. Don't skip the hot sauce bar, either.

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A reimagined kids club

For families, one of the best parts of a family cruise with Disney Cruise Line is that kids often want to go to the complimentary kids clubs. This gives grown-ups a chance to have a drink, not rush through dinner and enjoy a few moments to themselves.

While this holds true on all the Disney ships, my 6-year-old never wanted to leave the kids club on Disney Wish.

In a pure stroke of genius, Disney added a fun, unconventional way for kids to enter the Oceaneer Club. After checking into the kids club from the Grand Hall on Deck 3, children can zip down a magical slide that takes them straight into the space on Deck 2.

In addition to the Oceaneer Club for kids ages 3 to 12, Disney Wish retains the cruise line's other kids clubs: Edge (for children ages 11 to 14) and Vibe (for teens ages 14 to 17). There's also the colorful Small World Nursery, which is a fee-based option open to the littlest baby and toddler sailors.

Kids club highlights include the Oceaneer Club's Marvel Super Hero Academy, where kids can design (and virtually fly in) their own super suit. This club also houses Rapunzel's Art Studio, Belle's Library and Anna and Elsa's Sommerhus, where there will be a variety of games with Olaf serving as the host. Additionally, there's a Disney Imagineering Lab that offers kids opportunities to design and virtually ride their own roller coasters and more — similar to how the real Imagineers take their concepts from the drawing board to actual attractions.

In Deck 5's tween club, Edge, kids can hang out in a New York City -inspired loft space with a faux-grass picnic area, photo walls and an entrance hidden behind a framed piece of art.

And at the teen club, Vibe, the decor draws inspiration from a Parisian loft, offering lots of spots to lounge, watch movies, meet new people and play games. Honestly, this space looked so cool, I'd want to hang out there myself.

New activities for the family

Olaf's royal picnic.

If your kids have always wanted to celebrate summer via a picnic with Olaf in Arendelle's Castle, they are in luck on the Wish. Set in an indoor space with a backdrop of a meadow of flowers, Olaf's Royal Picnic features Olaf, Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and a song-filled picnic complete with a ton of goodies for the kids to keep.

Unlike the included rotational restaurants, this experience costs extra. Expect to pay a hefty fee of $220 per child and $69 per adult.

We weren't able to try it out during the media preview cruise, as it wasn't available for testing at the time, but we'll be sure to report back once we do.

Wishing wands

A Disney Cruise Line embarkation greeting was already extremely special, but the company has dialed up the magic for kids sailing on Disney Wish. Every child that boards the ship receives a wishing wand to make a "first wish" of the trip and to wish again in the Grand Hall on the final night of the voyage. The latter even features a special appearance by none other than the ship's Fairy Godmother, who kicks off a farewell show.

Inside Out: Joyful Sweets

If you've visited Vanellope's Sweets & Treats Shop on Disney Dream, you already know how big children's eyes can get over the massive sundaes and sugary concoctions.

On the Wish, there's a new dessert shop called Inside Out: Joyful Sweets, where about 40 flavors of gelato and ice cream are served.

So far, I can vouch for the PB&J and Kit Kat gelato flavors — but really, you can't go wrong with any flavor you choose. There are even a few plant-based options available.

Should you crave a cupcake instead of gelato or ice cream, you're in luck: You'll have your pick of emotion-flavored cupcakes, such as Joy (lemon), Sadness (blueberry), Disgust (pistachio), Anger (red velvet) and Fear (bubble gum).

Fantastic adults-only spaces

While the kids are at the variety of clubs designed for them, adults can take advantage of spaces for the 18-and-older crowd. In fact, that's one reason why I love Disney cruises so much — the kids want to do the kids activities, which means adults get to enjoy amenities designed for us, too.

The adults-only spaces on Disney Wish are not clustered together in one area like they are on Disney's other ships. Instead, they are sprinkled throughout, with several located right next door to a kids club.

We've already talked about The Rose near Palo and Enchanté and Star Wars: Hyperspace Lounge, but on the same deck as the Hyperspace Lounge by the main kids club, there are two additional lounges worth noting: Nightingale's piano bar and The Bayou, a New Orleans -themed space inspired by "The Princess and the Frog."

Both have delicious drinks, but Nightingale's offers a more upscale vibe than what you'll find at The Bayou, which features more of a full-on party setting, especially when live music is playing.

Additionally, this ship is the first in Disney's lineup to provide an outdoor space at its Senses Spa. It's an ideal place to relax while taking in the fresh sea air.

For adults craving a pint, there is also the Keg & Compass pub, which draws inspiration from an 1800s Norwegian sailor's map room. It serves three custom craft brews you can only get on Disney Wish.

Lastly, there's a space made for adults seeking extra pampering beyond the spa. At the bright and airy Untangled Salon, you can treat yourself to a number of hair and nail services, including haircuts, blowouts and manicures.

New Broadway-style shows and entertainment

Disney Wish has a full roster of new Broadway -style shows, along with several other new entertainment offerings.

On embarkation night in the Walt Disney Theatre, which now has an enchanted forest design, there is a "Disney Seas The Adventure" show that stars Captain Minnie, Goofy and other Disney and Pixar characters.

Disney Wish is also home to "A Treasure Retold – Disney The Little Mermaid," which is said to be an original Broadway-style stage adaptation of the 1989 animated movie — with a modern twist.

Additionally, the ship offers "Disney's Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular" on one night of every cruise. This show is a reimagined adaptation of the classic film, depicting it as a fast-paced musical comedy.

Don't forget to pack your eye patches and bandanas, as pirate nights are a go with a "Pirate's Rockin' Parlay Party." And yes, there are pretty substantial fireworks out on deck that night.

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A 'hidden' layer of magic

While it wasn't quite operational on our preview cruise, a few months ago, Disney gave TPG a sneak peek at an all-new way that guests can become a part of the story of the ship — and even control some of what happens on board — via the Disney Uncharted Adventure interactive game.

This game continues the Disney tradition of using technology to unlock new ways to tell stories. The technology may be complex, but what shines front and center is the story and the magic it creates.

Before you even leave home for your Disney cruise, you'll learn a bit about how your phone will transform into a "spyglass" from Captain Minnie herself. Then, once you are on your cruise, you'll be able to join an interactive adventure to help recover pieces of a fractured wishing star that have landed in the worlds of Moana, Peter Pan, Princess Tiana and Nemo. You can do as little or as much of this adventure as you want.

While you do need a smartphone to participate, this isn't a game you play by yourself as you stare down at your device.

Instead, this adventure for the whole family takes you all around the ship as you complete parts of the quest. Using your spyglass, you'll see menu boards transform into messages from Princess Tiana, you'll find "hidden" constellations in the sky and perhaps even bring the glass slipper to life in the Grand Hall.

Those who participate in the Uncharted Adventure game will have the ability to unlock a hidden layer of magic all around the ship. This will all conclude with a big finale on the last night of your cruise when you help battle the evilest witch in the sea in an epic live event.

How to book the Disney Wish

You can book cabins on sailings starting in August 2022. Prices start around $3,000 for double occupancy or $5,000 if sailing as a family with two adults and two kids.

If you are not in a rush to board and are looking for a more affordable price, you can book a cabin for four people in early 2023 for about $3,000 or a cabin for double occupancy for about $1,700.

Disney Wish is based out of Port Canaveral and sails a mix of three- and four-night sailings to the Bahamas. Each includes a stop at Disney's private island, Castaway Cay. If you want more time on the ship, you can book back-to-back cruises to create your own seven-night journey.

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Bookings typically require 20% down, with the full amount due closer to sailing. TPG has an array of tips to save money on a Disney Cruise that you can use to keep costs under control.

You can book directly with Disney Cruise Line or via a travel agent and potentially get goodies like an onboard sailing credit . TPG also has a Disney booking partner in Mouse Counselors , should you want assistance with booking your cruise.

Bottom line

Walt Disney himself once said, "We don't look backward for very long. We keep moving forward, opening up new doors and doing new things."

The creation of Disney Wish embodies this forward progress by charting its own path with a new style for staterooms, all-new restaurants, a different layout, additional pools, new ways to unlock "hidden magic" and more.

Disney Wish doesn't leave the past completely in its wake, though. The exterior of the ship retains that same modern classic design, and you'll still have access to beloved Disney characters, Broadway-caliber shows and entertainment on board.

Without question, Disney Wish is in a class of its own for Disney Cruise Line — at least, until the next two ships join the fleet in the coming years. I can't wait to sail it all over again.

The 10 Best Cruises for Teens in 2024

C ruises make the perfect family vacation, especially when traveling with teens. Teens can mix and mingle with others their age in teens-only clubs, play games, listen to music, or grab a pizza and watch a movie under the stars. If your tweens and teens need more action-packed fun to keep them entertained, some cruise ships act like floating amusement parks with zip lines, racetracks, roller coasters, ice skating rinks, laser tag, waterslides and more.

The following lines offer the best cruises for teens and tweens, along with their parents.

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MSC Cruises

MSC Cruises offers plenty of family fun and activities for teens on its ships, including sports tournaments, waterslides and a family disco. On select ships, you'll also find the full-size MSC Formula Racer simulator, an interactive XD cinema, a virtual reality experience, zip lines and an arcade room. The Young Club programming by MSC Cruises offers daily activities for 12- to 14-year-old tweens, while teens 15 to 17 can participate in sports and dance competitions as well as video game tournaments at the Teen Club. Older kids can also participate in fun themed events, karaoke, piloting practice at the Drone Academy and flash mobs – and there's a teens-only disco.

On MSC Seascape , teens can stay busy in three new concept spaces. "Future" features a state-of-the-art technology area with the latest-generation consoles, VR and video screens for hours of entertainment. "Chill Out" is just as it sounds – a place to hang out, chat, and play foosball and pingpong. Meanwhile, "Music" is a dance club where kids can choose their own tunes and dance the night away with cool lighting and sound effects. If all that isn't enough, Robotron, the first of its kind at sea, is an amusement park-like ride that combines the thrill of a roller coaster with personalized music and lighting.

MSC World Europa boasts the largest and most engaging kids area in the fleet with an impressive 8,245 square feet of action-packed space. The new Teens Lab features an immersive area for teenagers with more than 20 of the latest consoles, seven VR stations and dozens of video games. Drone Academy 2.0 is a high-energy relay race for drones. There's even more onboard fun at Z Active, a sports program that offers basketball, football and zorb ball alongside two firsts for the line – pickleball and hoverboards. Teens can also take a spin on the bumper cars at the MSC Sportplex.

MSC Euribia – the line's newest ship, which set sail on its inaugural cruise in June 2023 – has a total of 7,500-plus square feet of space dedicated to kids ages 0 to 17. The new Teens Club Extra Space offers three different areas: the Young Club (ages 12 to 14), the Teens Club (15 to 17) and the Teens Lab (12 to 17). Some of the activities include those found on other MSC ships, such as Z Active, Drone Academy 2.0 and the MSC Dance Crew competition. Teens will also have access to new video games; pingpong; World Quest, an interactive game show based on trivia and geography; and Caravaggio, an immersive spy game show about an art heist.

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Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Cruise Line boasts a teens-only venue, Entourage, which caters to young adults 13 to 17 years old. This supervised space – available on 16 of the line's 19 ships – keeps teens busy in an adults-free lounge that's filled with video games, movies, music, arts and sports. Teen counselors on Norwegian Cruise Line plan activities and challenges to keep kids entertained throughout the cruise. A list of detailed activities is available on embarkation day so teens can plan out their schedule for the cruise.

Norwegian Prima , the first vessel in the Prima class, features many first-at-sea innovations perfect for entertaining families and energetic teens, including the three-level Prima Speedway. With cars reaching up to 30 miles per hour, this quarter-mile-long racetrack is one of the highest-rated attractions on Prima. Adventurous teens will also want to check out The Drop and The Rush. Billed as the fastest slides at sea, these chutes offer thrill-seekers a heart-pumping 10-story freefall plunge.

If that's not enough action, teens can also play The Bull's Eye, a classic game of darts that uses a video tracking system, or check out Tee Time for a pumped-up version of mini-golf set against a Las Vegas backdrop. In the Galaxy Pavilion, an indoor gaming complex, you'll find more than a dozen attractions, including immersive simulator experiences, escape rooms and the Topgolf Swing Suite – all of which are unique to Norwegian Prima. When it's time to cool off, the Tidal Wave waterslide is another first for the brand, letting guests ride inner tubes to catch the surf.

Norwegian Viva, the second vessel in the Prima class, is set to launch in August 2023. As the newest ship in NCL's fleet, Viva will also feature these exciting high-tech attractions, including Viva Speedway. If you and your teens are fans of the movie "Beetlejuice," you're in for a treat: The Broadway musical adaptation will debut on the new ship.

The line's Breakaway Plus class – Norwegian Escape , Joy , Bliss and Encore – is also popular with families as these ships offer plenty of activities and attractions suited for active teens, such as go-kart tracks, outdoor laser tag and VR games in the Galaxy Pavilion.

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Disney Cruise Line

Disney Cruise Line features two cool spaces dedicated to teens and tweens, who can hang out on comfy couches, watch shows or movies, and play video games. These hangouts, called Edge (for ages 11 to 14) and Vibe (ages 14 to 17), are available on all Disney Cruise Line ships.

On Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream , the space at Vibe also features a private outdoor deck with chaise lounges, wading pools, foosball and more. While indoors, teenagers can mingle with others their age, or just kick back and relax in individual nooks. There's a dance club area for karaoke contests, talent shows and dance competitions. The trendy indoor-outdoor space – at almost 9,000 square feet – is accessible with a teens-only card or DisneyBand+. On the new Disney Wish ship, Vibe has a French twist inspired by a Paris artist's loft with neon signs and funk pop art.

For tweens sailing on Disney Fantasy or Dream, Edge is a bright, loft-style gathering spot – located in the funnel – that has individual computer stations for gaming and a massive video wall for screening television, movies and games. There's also a lit-up dance floor for dance parties. Two nifty features of the space – and its location – are views of the pool decks below as well as three portholes that allow for glimpses of the riders on the water coaster, AquaDuck, as they zoom by.

On the first night of the cruise, kids receive information on what activities and events will be available during their vacation so they can curate a personalized entertainment itinerary. Some fun options throughout the week may include "Gotcha," a game of elimination where one teen will become the ultimate victor. For a special treat – and a bit of pampering – guests ages 13 to 17 won't want to miss an afternoon at Chill Spa, located inside Senses Spa & Salon.

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Royal Caribbean International

The newly updated space for teens 13 to 17 years old on Royal Caribbean International vessels is hidden behind a secret speakeasy entrance. The dedicated venue, which has a gaming lounge and music, is a cozy place to hang out to meet other teens on the ship. There's also an outdoor patio where you can relax in the sun or chill out under the stars. Teens will find planned activities throughout the day at the lounge, including sports tournaments, a nightly teen disco and themed parties.

Social 100 is an exclusive new space for ages 13 to 17 on Wonder of the Seas . The outdoor space sits next to the waterslides and boasts a hot tub, lawn games, cozy seating, a selfie area, and a bar serving zero-proof cocktails and shakes. The indoor part of Social 100 features a gaming area, foosball tables, a vending machine and more comfortable spaces for teens to mingle.

Teens have plenty of activities they can do with their families on Royal Caribbean's ships, especially on the new Icon of the Seas, the first vessel in the Icon class. Slated for its inaugural sailing in January 2024, Wonder of the Seas will be the world's largest cruise ship . Cruisers of all ages will have endless opportunities for fun with more venues, activities and attractions than you've ever seen on a cruise ship.

Teens and their parents will appreciate Chill Island, a three-level pool deck with the first swim-up bar at sea. The new water park, Thrill Island, boasts six waterslides, including exciting firsts at sea, such as Pressure Drop, the first open freefall slide. If that's not enough to get the adrenaline pumping, teens can check out Crown's Edge – a combination thrill ride, skywalk and ropes course – or other Royal Caribbean favorites like Adrenaline Peak, Sports Court, the FlowRider surf simulator or the reimagined mini-golf course.

If you're hanging out in the new Surfside neighborhood on Icon, a dedicated space for young families, teens will have easy access to the supervised teens-only club, Social 020, from this open-air space.

When you head ashore to Perfect Day in CocoCay, one of the best cruise line private islands , teen cruisers will find plenty of fun land-based activities like Thrill Waterpark and 1,600-foot-long zip lines. Be sure not to miss another thrilling experience: Up, Up and Away. The helium balloon ride soars 450 feet above the ground to the highest vantage point in the Bahamas , offering incredible panoramic views of the island and surrounding turquoise waters.

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Holland America Line

The Kids Club on Holland America Line offers a fun supervised program for 13- to 17-year-old guests in an adult-free zone known as The Loft. The name is in the process of changing to High Score!, and you'll already find the updated concept on Oosterdam and Eurodam . The line's other ships will change over to the new venue throughout 2024. High Score! is a family game room that serves as a secret getaway for teens by day. In the evenings, entire families can come to play skeeball, board games and join in other activities.

The teens-only space (during the day) on Holland America Line resembles a New York artists loft where kids can listen to music, watch movies, play games and meet and hang out with same-age cruisers. Programs and activities at the current space, The Loft, include themed events, karaoke, a teen disco and nighttime activities such as Poker Night and video game tournaments. Youths can also participate in pingpong, basketball and other teens-only sporting events. If they still need more entertainment to keep them busy, the Kids Club offers origami lessons and watercolor painting as well as competitions in "Mario Kart," air hockey, foosball, pinball and more.

The Kids Club is complimentary for guests. The space is open daily, and you'll also find teen events around the ship. When it comes to dining, there are many teen-friendly dining options – where teens can even enjoy mocktails like nonalcoholic mojitos – at venues throughout the ship.

If you're cruising to Alaska with Holland America or other adventure-filled destinations, look for excursions that will appeal to younger family members like zip lining tours, trail hikes, float trips, helicopter tours and wilderness safaris. Alaska is a teen favorite, especially in Skagway (one of Alaska's top destinations ), where travelers can get a thrill out of dog mushing with a team of Alaskan huskies, taking a ride on the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad, or going on a rock climbing excursion.

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Princess Cruises

The modern Beach House lounge is the go-to place for passengers ages 13 to 17 to socialize and meet others their age when sailing on a Princess Cruises ship. Fun activities for teens include late-night movies and tournaments where they can challenge their peers in video games or at air hockey, foosball and table tennis. For more energetic activities, join in the fun during indoor dodgeball and basketball games. Or, learn new dance moves from some of the dancers in the crew, then hit the dance floor for one of the competitions. At the "Rock the Boat Party," teenagers can dress up and party the night away with mocktails and new friends on the ship.

"Movies Under the Stars" is one of Princess' signature events. Guests can watch movies, sporting events and concerts while bundled up with cozy blankets on the pool deck outdoors. Teens will enjoy the complimentary snacks – not to mention the special movie nights designed with them in mind, such as "Scary Movie Night." You might even find teen makeovers and glitter tattoos some evenings on the ship.

The line's three newest ships – Discovery Princess , Enchanted Princess and Sky Princess – offer the most activities for teens, but all of the ships in the fleet host youth programs in partnership with Discovery, along with plenty of other family-friendly activities. These offerings include Discovery Family and Animal Planet shore excursions and onboard entertainment like "The Voice of the Ocean," a musical competition.

Parents will be able to keep track of their busy teens anywhere on the ship with the state-of-the-art Princess MedallionClass system. The quarter-size wearable medallion and accompanying app allow guests to personalize their itinerary and locate family members and friends on board.

When Sun Princess launches in February 2024, as the first vessel in the line's Sphere class, it will feature Park19. This top-deck family activity zone boasts many outdoor adventures, including Sea Breeze – the first Rollglider at sea. The ADA-accessible seated ride offers a hang-gliding experience with panoramic views of the ocean and ports of call. Families and teens can also check out the climbing obstacle course, cargo nets and lookout points. The ship also has a recreational court – which offers pingpong, shuffleboard, fitness classes and more – and a splash zone where you can cool off after all the outdoor activities.

Inside Sun Princess, tweens and teens will find two centers just for them: Neon Grove and The Underground. Both spaces offer cozy and colorful areas for young adults to hang out, socialize, and play video games on the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. They'll also find foosball, skeeball and air hockey on top of planned activities like movie nights, dance parties and scavenger hunts.

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Adventures by Disney

Adventures by Disney offers river and expedition cruises for the whole family; the itineraries span many choices and experiences for tweens and teens with a focus on culture, history, gastronomy and adventure. The river cruises are operated in partnership with AmaWaterways, while the expedition cruises are a collaboration with luxury French cruise line Ponant.

If you're sailing on the Adventures by Disney Rhine River Cruise itinerary, for example, guests can choose between various exciting excursions. While you're docked in Strasbourg, France , for the day, teen-friendly options include a tour of the Black Forest, complete with a toboggan run and a visit to a woodworking museum. Another choice here is to visit Germany's Europa-Park, a one-of-a-kind theme park located between the Black Forest and the Vosges Mountains. In Melk, Austria, on the Danube itinerary, families can go for a bike ride along the Danube River, hike to the castle in Dürnstein or visit a family-run apricot farm.

Another great feature of these cruises is that teens can opt to have dinner and evening get-togethers with same-age cruisers, so they don't have to dine with their parents or younger siblings every night. Adventure Guides also curate special activities for teens like game shows and pool parties.

In destinations like Antarctica, the Adriatic and the Galápagos Islands , expert naturalists lead tours during these bucket list trips. You might even find a bit of Disney storytelling woven into the presentations by the Adventure Guides.

Keep in mind if you have younger kids as well as teens that children need to be 5 or older to sail on the river cruises. For the Galápagos Islands expedition cruises, the minimum age for Junior Adventurers is 7, and for expeditions to the polar regions, kids need to be 10 years of age or older.

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Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Celebration, which launched in November 2022, is the line's newest Excel-class ship. It features an expanded family and youth program, including its offerings for teens. The line also rolled out the new program fleetwide in spring 2023.

The Carnival Cruise Line teen programming at Circle "C" is for tweens ages 12 to 14, while Club O2 is for ages 15 to 17. In these venues you'll find entertainment like themed dance parties – and even a Carnival prom – as well as video games, movies and karaoke. Circle "C" stands for "Cruise, chill and connect," and that's what teens can do in this colorful, contemporary space with engaging counselors. New activities include anime drawing lessons and pop culture games at Circle "C." Older teens can foster new friendships while engaging in Japanese crafts and authentic tea ceremonies at Club O2.

Teens will appreciate Carnival's onboard water park, Waterworks, which includes a splash park and slides. Carnival Panorama even has the trampoline park Skyzone. Teenage passengers won't want to miss the first roller coaster at sea, BOLT, on Excel-class ships: Mardi Gras , Celebration and the upcoming Jubilee, scheduled to launch in December 2023.

For even more action, Vista-class ships feature Skyride. This two-lane, bike-like ride is suspended above the top deck of the ships and extends out over the ocean. More indoor fun can be found at Thrill Theater (on Horizon and Vista ), an immersive cinematic experience where you'll feel the seat rumble, the wind blow through your hair and even a spritz of water during the action-packed video.

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Celebrity Cruises

This line's Teen Club features activities focused on kids 13 to 17. Some of the events offered for teens in the Camp at Sea program on Celebrity Cruises range from video game tournaments and sports competitions to culinary classes and silent disco parties. Teen cruisers can even book glass-blowing classes on Celebrity Solstice , Equinox and Eclipse . The offerings for young passengers are similar at either The Basement on Edge-series ships ( Edge , Apex , Beyond and Ascent, set to launch in November 2023) or at X Club on Solstice- and Millennium-class ships. Note, however, the line's three Galápagos expedition vessels do not have the teen venues. Families who need accessible accommodations, activities and programs will also find autism-friendly cruises on Celebrity.

When it comes to pampering, Celebrity's spas offer spa menus for 13- to 17-year-olds. Teens can book facials that are designed for young sensitive skin or have express pedicures and manicures. When you're ready to relax, schedule a two-by-two massage, where parents and kids can have a side-by-side treatment.

Celebrity also offers family-focused excursions that highlight cultural attractions, wildlife sightings and adventure. Some of these tours include seeing gentoo, king and Magellanic penguins in the Falkland Islands; taking an aerial tram through the treetop canopies of a rainforest in Costa Rica ; and going on a small culinary or sightseeing group excursion in Europe and other destinations around the world. On Caribbean sailings – especially when school is out for summer or on holidays – Celebrity has additional family-friendly shore excursions on its five- and seven-night sailings.

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Cunard Line offers programs and activities for passengers ages 13 to 17 years old in its Teen Zone. This dedicated space is a place for teens to hang out with cruisers their own age and play video and team games, table tennis, and more. On the first day of the cruise, you'll find an activity program for young guests delivered to the stateroom so your teens can plan out their vacation experience, which may include entertaining theme days, deck sports, quizzes and dancing at the disco.

Teens on Cunard Line can participate in the activities around the ship, hit the pool for a dip, practice their putting or try their hand at croquet. If you're sailing on Queen Mary 2, those interested in science, wildlife and the solar system can watch up to four 3D films a day (on sea days) in the largest planetarium at sea.

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by Michelle Snow
April 30, 2024 April 29, 2024

Disney Cruise Line Offers Update on Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point

Disney Cruise Line has released another update on the progress of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, which will be the newest port of call for its Caribbean cruises once finished.

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Nestled along the sand dunes of Serenity Bay, the vibrantly colored architecture of the Serenity Bay Cabanas matches the Mabrika Cove Cabanas, which sit across Disney Lookout Cay at the arrival point of the destination.

Steps away from Serenity Bay BBQ and the area’s beach bar, these cabanas will be available for rent to offer a retreat for adults to take in Eleuthera’s stunning sand dunes and shimmering ocean waves.

Serenity Bay Cabanas Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point

Art from talented, local Bahamian artists will take shape throughout all of the spaces at the destination, including intricate wood carvings inspired by artist Andret John and colorful murals by painter Dorman Stubbs, as seen below.

True-True Too BBQ is a beautiful example of the architecture designed to look like oversized seashells scattered across the shores of Disney Lookout Cay.

We got a look underneath on the last update , and now we have a topside view to better see the seashell design.

These uniquely designed dining pavilions will offer shade from a day of adventures on the Nature Trail or the beach, as well as seating for lunch.

True-True Too BBQ Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point

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Why Disney is doubling down on theme parks with a $60-billion plan

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Over the decades since Walt Disney opened his first theme park in 1955, the company’s tourism business has ballooned to an enterprise worth tens of billions in yearly sales, with sprawling locations in Anaheim, Orlando, Paris, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Tokyo.

Today, the Burbank entertainment giant is doubling down once again. Disney plans to invest $60 billion over 10 years into its so-called experiences division, which includes the theme parks, resorts and cruise line, as well as merchandise.

In Anaheim, the city council recently approved an expansion plan at Disneyland Resort, which could lead to at least $1.9 billion of development and involve new attractions alongside hotel, retail and restaurant space.

Why the massive investment? At a time when Disney faces revenue challenges due to cord cutting, streaming wars and a slower film box office, its theme parks are a bright — and reliable — spot for its business. Moreover, they play a major part in the company’s strategy — using well-loved movies to inspire rides and vice versa (think “Pirates of the Caribbean”), feeding an ongoing virtuous cycle.

“When you consider other elements of Disney’s business, those theme parks, they’ve shown themselves to be proven winners,” said Carissa Baker, assistant professor of theme park and attraction management at the University of Central Florida’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management. “There’s no doubt that they have stayed very competitive in the film space and the TV space, but they’ve always led the theme park sector.”

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During the most recent fiscal year, the company’s experiences division — which is heavily anchored by the parks — brought in about 70% of Disney’s operating income, according to a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. By contrast, Disney’s sports sector, including ESPN, contributed 19% of operating income. The entertainment division, consisting of the company’s TV channels, streaming services and movie studios, brought up the rear at 11%.

Those numbers represent a stark contrast from even 10 years ago, when the company was heavily reliant on its TV networks, which brought in 56% of Disney’s operating income (that segment included ESPN at the time). The parks and resorts division drew just 20%.

The tide began to turn in 2019, as the global theme park industry saw record-breaking attendance, just in time for the pandemic to hit the next year.

With the parks closed, Disney reported an operating loss of $81 million in 2020 . Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure, in particular, were shut for 15 months, due to tight restrictions in the Golden State. Since then, pent-up demand from visitors has propelled theme park revenue in a way that hasn’t been replicated in movie theaters.

“The industry was really growing quickly before COVID-19, and that obviously put a crimp on everything,” said Martin Lewison, associate professor of business management at Farmingdale State College in New York. “But it appears as long as the economy remains healthy, the industry is back on track for that growth.”

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Theme parks are typically one of the fastest parts of the travel and hospitality industry to recover after economic downturns, said Dennis Speigel, founder and chief executive of consulting firm International Theme Park Services. Part of that is because it’s hard to duplicate the theme park experience at home.

“Disney sets the bar for our entire global theme park industry,” Speigel said. “The guests, the visitors, they love the way Disney immerses you in their storytelling.”

The Disneyland Resort expansion plan, known as DisneylandForward, will help the 490-acre park stay fresh for visitors. The plan calls for changes to the park’s zoning, allowing the company more freedom to mix attractions, theme parks, shopping, dining and parking. While the plan doesn’t specify exactly which attractions will be added to the resort, company officials have floated ideas including immersive Frozen, Tron and Avatar experiences.

Over the years, Disneyland has cycled out many rides and exhibits to make way for new ones — for example, of the original 33 attractions that debuted with the park , only about a dozen still exist. (One that didn’t make it? The Monsanto Hall of Chemistry).

Though Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure have recently seen additions such as Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge , Avengers Campus and the renovated Pixar Place Hotel , giving guests new reasons to come back again and again are the key to increased growth. This summer, the Magic Kingdom will open Tiana’s Bayou Adventure , replacing the controversial “Song of the South”-inspired Splash Mountain attraction.

“In the theme parks business, you tend to make more money the more you invest,” said Lewison of Farmingdale State College. “People love riding Haunted Mansion 50 times, but the truth is that even that gets old. So new rides, new lands, new parks — these things draw in attendance, they create pricing power and they add capacity.”

And Disney’s rivals in the theme parks business show no signs of slowing down, meaning Disney can’t just rely on its existing hits. Universal Studios Hollywood recently added Super Nintendo World to its park, SeaWorld is touting new attractions and shows for its 60th anniversary this year, and even immersive art installation company Meow Wolf is expanding throughout the U.S.

The competition is becoming so fierce that Disney Chief Executive Bob Iger faced a pointed question during last month’s shareholder meeting about Walt Disney World’s readiness to vie with a new Universal park set to open in Orlando in 2025. He pushed back on the query, saying the idea that Disney World didn’t prepare enough attractions to compete for guests that year “just couldn’t be further from the truth.”

“We’ve been aware of Universal’s plans for a new park for more than a decade,” he said. “We have a sophisticated approach to analyzing the needs of all of our businesses and strategically deploying capital.”

The importance of the parks to Disney’s bottom line is also showing up in the entertainment giant’s search for Iger’s successor . (Iger is expected to retire in 2026.) Josh D’Amaro, the chair of Disney Experiences, which includes the parks, is considered one of four front-runners for the job. Notably, it was Bob Chapek, formerly of the parks division, who initially succeeded Iger, though he was later ousted from the role.

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Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences. From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and other locations the world over. This diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust.

Senior Costume Buyers source and procure raw materials, supplies, and finished goods that support the Cast in the Disney theme parks, resorts, and beyond. This individual would continually stay on top of apparel industry trends and is instrumental to the costume supply chain.

This position reports to the Area Manager of Costume Buying.

This is a temporary role with no guarantee of permanent placement.

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Work closely with vendors to source, develop, and procure product that meets all organization requirements, and initiatives

Monitor warehouse inventory and complete withdrawal transactions as needed

Place orders for fabrics, trims, notions, and garments in SAP and Coupa, and monitor delivery dates for commodities/components being ordered

Develop and maintain relationships with vendors

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Partner with Entertainment and Costuming Operations to maintain costume quality and design

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Meets customer service requirements for service, quality, and value at the lowest total cost

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5+ years experience in apparel, raw materials, or hardline purchasing and/or sourcing

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Experience with garment construction and terminology

Experience in international shipping processes and global sourcing

Experience in planning, problem-solving, conflict resolution, influencing, and negotiating

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Experience leading a portfolio of orders

Experience vetting, onboarding, and leading international sources of supply

Experience evaluating factories to ensure compliance

Experience with international shipping and compliance

Experience performing complex cost analysis and comparisons on a range of commodities

Experience leading complex workflow and project budgets

Experience gaining consensus from various levels of collaborators up to and including Executives

Experience with continuous improvement process

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Ability to work around all types of fibers, fabrics, and furs

Ability to be flexible with work schedule, including weekends and holidays

Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 20% of the time

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High School diploma or equivalent is required

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Even with Netflix’s recommendation algorithm serving you new movies, new TV shows, and original programming tailored to your viewing habits, the streaming service’s fire hose of content makes what’s coming difficult to parse.

The next season of Bridgerton is just around the corner — Polin (Penelope and Colin!) fans, this one’s for you! Jennifer Lopez has a sci-fi movie out, and the director of Napoleon Dynamite teams up with the showrunner of UniKitty! for an animated movie about a unicorn who’s not really a unicorn. From the back catalog, we have Shrek and a collection of 1984 movies.

Editor’s pick: The Edge of Seventeen

Nadine (Steinfeld) does the human version of the shrugging kaomoji.

Director: Kelly Fremon Craig Cast: Hailee Steinfeld, Woody Harrelson, Kyra Sedgwick

Anyone who was an awkward, self-proclaimed “unlikable” teenage girl will be completely and thoroughly read by The Edge of Seventeen . Hailee Steinfeld plays Nadine, a prickly teen girl coping with her father’s death. After her best friend starts dating Nadine’s brother, Nadine finds herself even more alone in the world, with only her surly English teacher (Woody Harrelson) to turn to. Nadine somehow keeps messing up over and over, but eventually has to confront her own mistakes and flaws. It’s charmingly funny, but also full of raw emotion, with wonderful performances from Steinfeld and Harrelson.

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DUMB WAYS TO SURVIVE (Netflix Games)

From Netflix: Collect, harvest and hunt your way through the wilderness as a bumbling bean trying to stay alive. Will you die a dummy or use your smarts to survive?

Available sometime in May

MILESTONE MOVIES: THE ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION - 1984

From Netflix: Break out the acid-washed jeans and don’t forget the shoulder pads, because Milestone Movies: The Anniversary Collection is heading to the ’80s.

After launching in January to celebrate films marking major anniversaries this year, Netflix is keeping the anniversary festivities going with a packed slate of 1984 movies that are turning the big 4-0 in 2024. The films now streaming in the US include A Nightmare on Elm Street , Sixteen Candles , and Beverly Hills Cop (which is perfectly timed for a rewatch before Beverly Hills Cop: Alex F arrives this summer).

Buying London (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Follow luxury estate agent Daniel Daggers and team as they navigate London’s super prime market, where the drama is as jaw-dropping as the price tags.

The Life You Wanted (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Gloria is finally happy after transitioning and settling down — until a longtime friend reappears with disrupting news and throws her world into chaos.

Monster (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: After being abducted and taken to a desolate house, a girl sets out to rescue her friend and escape from their malicious kidnapper.

Available May 1

Deaw Special: Super Soft Power (Netflix Comedy)

From Netflix: From an all-star soccer game to awkward dating problems, Thai comic Udom Taephanich shares candid stories from his chaotic life.

Down The Rabbit Hole (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Raised in opulence and culture, 10-year-old Tochtli’s lavish life contrasts with the darkness that seeps in from his father’s criminal activities.

Frankly Speaking (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: A well-respected announcer suddenly loses his ability to self-censor on air, catching the attention of a TV writer who invites him on her variety show.

Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: The scheming Mallikajaan rules over an elite house of courtesans — but a new rival threatens her reign as rebellion brews in British-ruled India.

Airport Airport ’77 Airport 1975 The Best Man Holiday Blended Blue Mountain State: Season 1 Blue Mountain State: Season 2 Blue Mountain State: Season 3 Blue Mountain State: The Rise of Thadland Eat Pray Love The Edge of Seventeen The Equalizer The Gentlemen Hellboy (2019) Hulk

Jumanji (1995)

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Liar Liar Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa The Matrix Resurrections Mortal Kombat (2021) Mr. & Mrs. Smith The Nutty Professor The Nutty Professor II: The Klumps Outlander season 6 Patriots Day Public Enemies Ride Along

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Shrek Forever After Starship Troopers Traffic The Wedding Planner White House Down Woody Woodpecker The Young Victoria

Available May 2

A Man in Full (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Facing relentless foes and sudden bankruptcy, an Atlanta real estate tycoon must claw his way back to the top when his empire begins to crumble.

Beautiful Rebel (Netflix Series)

The origin story of one of Italy’s greatest rock stars, Gianna Nannini, who chased her dream despite obstacles from her family and the music industry.

Secrets of the Neanderthals (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: Secrets of the Neanderthals take viewers on a journey from their preconceptions of Neanderthals as a dim-witted creature to a complex and creative people, through the lens of a unique, ongoing excavation and a landmark new discovery - the best preserved Neanderthal skeleton found in over a quarter century.

T・P BON (Netflix Anime)

From Netflix: After Bon accidentally intervenes in a Time Patrol case, he must join Agent Ream in saving innocent lives from the past — while watching history unfold.

Available May 3

John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s In LA (Netflix Comedy)

From Netflix: In six live installments, John Mulaney explores Los Angeles during a week when pretty much every single funny person is in town.

Postcards (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: When a Nigerian single mother travels to India for a medical checkup, her journey will end up touching the lives of everyone she meets.

Selling the OC season 3 (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: The ambitious agents at The Oppenheim Group attempt to up their real estate game as more personal drama interferes with major professional endeavors.

The Unbroken Voice season 2 (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: As her career takes off, Arelys struggles to balance her music and her family life as dangerous new foes threaten to destroy everything.

Unfrosted (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: In a time when milk and cereal ruled breakfast, a fierce corporate battle begins over a revolutionary new pastry. A Pop-Tart comedy from Jerry Seinfeld.

Available May 4

The Atypical Family (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Blessed with superpowers, a man and his family begin to lose their abilities under the weight of the world — until a mysterious woman changes everything.

Katt Williams: Woke Foke (Netflix Comedy)

From Netflix: Comedian Katt Williams lets loose in real time as he hits the stage on May 4 for Netflix’s second livestreamed stand-up event.

Available May 5

The Peanut Butter Falcon

Roast of Tom Brady (Netflix Comedy)

From Netflix: Tom Brady will take the hits when sports and comedy stars team up to roast the greatest NFL quarterback of all time.

Available May 6

30 for 30: Broke 30 for 30: Deion’s Double Play 30 for 30: The Two Escobars Reba seasons 1-6

Available May 7

Super Rich in Korea (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Singaporean tycoons, Italian luxury brand heirs, and Pakistani nobles. Explore the lavish lives of multibillionaires living in Korea, and why they came.

Available May 8

The Final: Attack on Wembley (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: With England finally in contention for a major championship, 6,000 ticketless football fans storm Wembley Stadium, leaving destruction in their wake.

Available May 9

Bodkin (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: In this darkly comedic thriller, a crew of podcasters sets out to investigate the mysterious disappearance of three strangers in an idyllic Irish town.

The Guardian of the Monarchs (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: The forests of Michoacán are home to millions of monarch butterflies. Activist Homero Gómez was highly vocal about its preservation – and then he vanished.

Mother of The Bride (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: In this breezy rom-com, a tropical island wedding teeters on the brink of disaster after the mother of the bride discovers the groom’s father is her ex.

Sing Street

Thank You, Next (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: After a painful breakup, a young lawyer sets out to find true love in the confusing world of modern dating with the support of her best friends.

Available May 10

Blood of Zeus season 2 (Netflix Anime)

Heron in Blood of Zeus firing a fire arrow

From Netflix: To escape the Underworld forever, Hades crafts a plan to claim Zeus’s crown for himself and reunite with his beloved Persephone as ruler of Olympus.

Cooking Up Murder: Uncovering the Story of César Román (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: This docuseries analyzes a murder case implicating a Spanish chef, who built a career in the spotlight through a web of secrets and false identities.

Living with Leopards (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: A film crew follows two leopard cubs as they make the fascinating journey from infancy into adulthood in this up-close-and-personal nature documentary.

Pokémon Horizons: The Series part 2 (Netflix Family)

From Netflix: The Rising Volt Tacklers continue their daring quest to find the black Rayquaza, with Liko and Roy upping their skills at every twist and turn!

The Ultimatum: South Africa (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: A six-way partner-swap sparks wild attractions and tearful betrayals. Participants choose whom to love and leave in this heart-pounding experiment.

Available May 11

Mark Twain Prize Award: Kevin Hart (Netflix Comedy)

From Netflix: Comedy’s biggest stars gather to honor — and roast — Kevin Hart as he accepts the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in a heartfelt, hilarious ceremony.

Available May 13

Archer seasons 1-13

Princess Power season 3 (Netflix Family)

From Netflix: After their coronation, the princesses have a new challenge: getting accepted to the Princess Adventure Academy! But first they must complete six quests.

Available May 14

Married at First Sight season 15

Available May 15

Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Scandal (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: When a dating site for people seeking adulterous affairs is hacked, millions of users’ intimate data is exposed, wrecking marriages and destroying lives.

The Clovehitch Killer

Available May 16

Bridgerton season 3 part 1 (Netflix Series)

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From Netflix: As a new crop of debutantes yearns to become the brightest of the ball, a wallflower with a double life finds her light amid secrets and surprises.

Dumb and Dumber To

Maestro in Blue season 2 (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: The consequences of a murder soon spread from the island of Paxos to Athens, forcing everyone to face their secrets and seek the truth — or hide it.

Available May 17

The 8 Show (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Eight individuals trapped in a mysterious 8-story building participate in an irresistible but brutal show where they earn money as time passes.

Power (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: Driven to contain threats to social order, American policing has exploded in scope and scale over hundreds of years. Now, it can be described by one word: power.

Thelma the Unicorn (Netflix Family)

Thelma the Unicorn, a pink-furred, short, chubby unicorn with a wildly curly and tangled grey mane, looks delighted as a snaggle-toothed man wearing gold rings, tinted glasses, and a blue suit leans in to whisper to her in Netflix’s animated movie Thelma the Unicorn

From Netflix: A singing pony who dreams of stardom finds instant fame when she transforms into a sparkly unicorn — but becoming a celebrity is one wild ride.

Available May 19

A Simple Favor

Golden Kamuy (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: On the Hokkaido frontier, a war veteran and Ainu girl race against misfits and military renegades to find treasure mapped out on tattooed outlaws.

Available May 20

The Parisian Agency: Exclusive Properties season 4 (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: In a globe-trotting season spanning four continents, the international success of the family business gives the Kretzes a taste for travel and adventure.

Available May 21

Rachel Feinstein: Big Guy (Netflix Comedy)

From Netflix: From her firefighter husband’s unflattering pet name to her mom’s aggressive accessorizing, Rachel Feinstein lets loose in this stand-up comedy special.

Wildfire seasons 1-4

Available May 22

Act Your Age season 1

Toughest Forces on Earth (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: This docu-series surveys military combat forces across the world to see how they train for dangerous missions using specialized equipment.

Available May 23

El vendedor de ilusiones: El caso Generación Zoe (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: This documentary follows the rise and fall of Generation Zoe, a spiritual coaching network hiding the most unusual scam in Argentina’s history.

Franco Escamilla: Ladies’ Man (Netflix Comedy)

From Netflix: Franco Escamilla takes the stage with tales of teenage romance gone wrong, featuring painfully long kisses and rockstar cameos with surprising outcomes.

Garouden: The Way of the Lone Wolf (Netflix Anime)

From Netflix: On the run from a past crime, Juzo Fujimaki is blackmailed into joining an illicit tournament and has to face top martial artists in deadly match-ups.

In Good Hands 2 (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: A newly reunited father and son grapple with new beginnings after tragedy, but can they manage to fill the void left by a beloved mother and wife?

Tires (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: At his father’s auto shop, a hapless manager strives to improve customer service and drive profits while keeping his troublemaking cousin in line.

Available May 24

Atlas (Netflix Series)

Jennifer Lopez looking disheveled as she pilots some big sci-fi contraption

From Netflix: A brilliant but misanthropic data analyst (Jennifer Lopez) with a deep distrust of AI finds it may be her only hope when a mission to capture a renegade robot goes awry.

Butterfly in the Sky: The Story of Reading Rainbow

Jurassic World: Chaos Theory (Netflix Family)

From Netflix: The Camp Cretaceous gang comes together to unravel a mystery when they discover a global conspiracy that brings danger to dinosaurs — and to themselves.

Mulligan part 2 (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Mulligan and his cabinet work together to keep what’s left of America afloat while battling cruise ships, power outages and their own incompetence.

My Oni Girl (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: A shy teenage boy’s inability to say no is tested when a headstrong girl drags him on a mystical journey amid summer snow to find her missing mom.

Available May 28

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Bionic (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: In a dystopian future where robotic prosthetics redefine sports, two sisters compete in long jump — but their rivalry leads them down a sinister path.

Colors of Evil: Red (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: A chilling murder at a Tri-City beach exposes a criminal underworld, testing the courage of a prosecutor and a grieving mother seeking answers.

Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult (Netflix Documentary)

From Netflix: A group of prominent TikTok dancers are trapped in a cult masquerading as a management company called 7M. Among them is Miranda Wilking, whose family is desperately trying to get their daughter out. As other dancers and former members escape and work to rebuild their lives, it isn’t until they come together to try and put a stop to the cycle of their abuser that the real healing begins. This three part documentary series from director Derek Doneen, Dirty Robber and WV Alternative exposes the diabolical tactics used by cult-like organizations to exert control over people as well as the lengths families will go to keep their loved ones safe.

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Available May 30

Eric (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: A desperate father, alongside a tenacious cop, battles his own demons on the streets of 1980s New York as he searches for his missing nine-year-old son.

Geek Girl (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Awkward teen Harriet has always wanted to fit in. Until she gets scouted by a top London model agent and learns that some people are meant to stand out.

Available May 31

A Part of You (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: A teenager struggles to pick up the pieces of her shattered world in this emotional and bittersweet coming-of-age drama about those who are left behind.

Chola Chabuca

How to Ruin Love: The Proposal (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: Suspecting infidelity, love-cynic Zoleka follows her boyfriend to Cape Town, only to ruin her own surprise proposal. Now, she must win him back.

Raising Voices (Netflix Series)

From Netflix: When a 17-year-old reports a sexual assault at her high school, an investigation upends her life and tests her relationships.

Tòkunbọ̀ (Netflix Film)

From Netflix: Tokunbo, an ex-car smuggler, is on a dangerous mission to save his family by delivering a government official’s daughter to her captors.

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Edge
On the Disney Wish. Located on Deck 5, Aft, Edge is the perfect hangout for young cruisers ages 11 through 14. Read More. Edge lounge on the Disney Dream, Fantasy, Magic, Wonder and Wish cruise ships is a tweens-only hangout with tablets, TVs, video games, crafts and daily activities.
Disney Wish: Edge Walkthrough • The Disney Cruise Line Blog
Disney Wish: Edge Walkthrough. Tweens sailing onboard the Disney Wish have the opportunity to hang out in a dedicated venue, Edge located on deck 5, starboard aft. Edge offers kids ages 11 to 14 a place to chill and play in a trendy hangout with counselor-led programming designed to engage the specific interests the age group.
Age-Specific Experiences
Each Disney Cruise ship offers lots of experiences the whole family can enjoy together, as well as many activities geared specifically to different age groups. ... Guests ages 11 to 14 can head to Edge, an interactive play space exclusively for tweens. Edge features all kinds of fun, including a dance floor, a lounge area and the latest high ...
Everything You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line's Kids Clubs
Disney Cruise Line has a wide variety of ultra-themed kids clubs on their ships for children six months of age to 17 with tons of activities! ... EDGE (ages 11-14) | Dream, Fantasy, Magic, Wish, and Wonder. Edge is the "tween" club - only kids ages 11 - 14 can enter! It has a great location on Deck 13 inside the Forward Funnel on the ...
Disney cruise kids clubs: What to know about the Oceaneer Club
Tweens play in Edge on Disney Wish. AMY SMITH/DISNEY CRUISE LINE. The Disney cruise kids club ages affiliated with each space are as follows: It's a Small World Nursery: 6 months to 3 years old. Oceaneer Club and Lab: 3 to 10 years old and fully toilet trained. Edge: 11 to 14 years old. Vibe: 14 to 17 years old. The Hideaway: 18 to 20 years old.
Disney Dream Edge Pre-Teen club
The Edge is located in the mid-ship funnel on the Dream on Deck 13. To access the Edge, you have to go to Deck 12 and walk up the stairs. Alternatively, there is a single midship elevator that can also access the club (it will have a button for Deck 13 in it). To make friends on the cruise, we always suggest showing up to the first night's ...
Youth Clubs
Edge. The Edge is a loft-style lounge exclusive for tweens - kids ages 11 to 14 years old. On Disney Dream and Fantasy, Edge is located on Deck 13, Forward Funnel. On Disney Magic and Wonder, the Edge is located on Deck 2, Midship. The operating hours varies so make sure you check your daily personal navigator. Usually it opens from 9am till ...
Disney Cruise Edge: Activities for Tweens & Teens
Edge on Wish. Tweens and teens will also find interactive things like video games & board games. If kids are looking to meet new friends, the Edge team puts together group activities like Improv Comedy night, Gaga Ball, and scavenger hunts aboard the ship. While the space is always supervised, the workers do not hover or push students into any ...
Disney Cruise Line Announces 'The Hideaway' Hangout for Teens and
Disney Cruise Line has announced more information about the Edge and Vibe teen and tween clubs aboard the Disney Wish, plus announced a third hangout spot: The Hideaway. Older kids ages 11 to 17 will chill and play in their own way aboard the Disney Wish, with trendy hangouts and counselor-le
PHOTOS: Edge Tween Club on the Disney Wish
Disney Cruise Line's Edge is a hangout and play space for guests ages 11 to 14. The age range for Edge overlaps with that of Vibe (ages 14-17). Families with 14-year-old children may choose Edge or Vibe. Once you select a club, you must stick with it for the duration of your sailing. A family might choose one club or another due to the child ...
Ultimate Guide To Disney Cruise Child Care and Kids Clubs
The Disney Cruise Line fleet is comprised of ... Edge (Ages 11-14) Tweens have their own space aboard Disney ships. Located in different nooks and secret spots around the ships, these tween clubs provide kids with a chance to hang out with others their age, play games, have dance or karaoke parties, and engage in counselor-led activities, or ...
Revised Age Ranges Rolling out for Disney Cruise Line's Youth Activity
During all other times, kids 3 to 10 years of age will have Disney's Oceaneer Club and Disney's Oceaneer Lab reserved just for them, with specially guided activities for children ages 3-4 years old. As for EDGE and Vibe, Disney Cruise Line's email states the following: Edge. Children 11 and 12 years of age may visit Edge.
Disney Cruise Kids Clubs
The Disney Cruise Line provides structured youth activities and programs to meet the needs of both children and families. They are categorized by specific age groups and offer tailored spaces for each group. ... Disney Cruise Edge is designed for tweens to engage in cool and engaging daily activities such as: That's Hilarious; Heroes and ...
Edge tween club on the Disney Dream
July 11, 2018. Edge is one of the kids clubs on board the Disney cruise line. This space is designated for kids aged 11-14, as of December 2023 DCL made changes to the max age allowed in the Oceaneer club and lab to 10 years and under. You can find this club inside one of the ships funnels and can be accessed on the 13th floor by either stairs ...
Plan Your Day With the Disney Cruise Line Navigator App
Then you may want to check out Step-By-Step: How to Use Disney Cruise Line Navigator on Board first. Ship Information. ... Edge, and Vibe. 4️⃣ Be wary of activities that have a colon in the name such as "Animation: Donald Duck" or "Anyone Can Cook: Apple Strudel". You might think that checking this activity's schedule will find ...
The Edge Tween Club on The Disney Wish is the Coolest Place To Be!
Edge Kids Club. This cool club is located on Deck 5 and features a "hidden entrance.". Designed for kids ages 11-14 (10 years old allowed with parent waiver), bright colors, chill activities, and a fun vibe make this the ultimate hot spot! Check out the brightly colored and comfy furniture! Great places to chill and watch your favorite movies!
The ultimate guide to Disney Cruise Line ships and itineraries
The smaller two ships in the Disney Cruise Line fleet are Disney Wonder and the line's first ship, Disney Magic. These two ships are 984 feet long and 11 decks high, and each has the capacity for 2,713 passengers across 875 staterooms. On these two smaller ships, 70% of passenger cabins have ocean views or verandahs.
Explore the Edge & Vibe Clubs Aboard the Disney Magic
The Disney Magic's youth club just for tweens, ages 11-14, is the Edge. Located mid-ship on deck 9, Edge has a "boiler room" feel, with lots of exposed pipes and valves, decorated with ...
Disney Wish
At Edge aboard the Disney Wish, tweens ages 11 to 14 years old play games and make new friends in a bright, colorful hangout inspired by a chic New York City loft. At Edge aboard the Disney Wish, tweens ages 11 to 14 years old play games and make new friends in a bright, colorful hangout inspired by a chic New York City loft.
Disney Wish: 9 things to know about Disney's newest ship
In addition to the Oceaneer Club for kids ages 3 to 12, Disney Wish retains the cruise line's other kids clubs: Edge (for children ages 11 to 14) and Vibe (for teens ages 14 to 17). There's also the colorful Small World Nursery, which is a fee-based option open to the littlest baby and toddler sailors.
The 10 Best Cruises for Teens in 2024
Compare MSC Cruises on GoToSea, a service of U.S. News.. Norwegian Cruise Line. Norwegian Cruise Line boasts a teens-only venue, Entourage, which caters to young adults 13 to 17 years old. This ...
Edge • The Disney Cruise Line Blog
A Look at the Re-Imagined Tween Club Edge Aboard the Disney Wonder. Posted on April 20, 2017 by Scott Sanders — 7 Comments ↓. The Disney Wonder returned from her extensive dry dock in 2016 with the tween (11-14) space Edge relocated from deck to the deck 9 in the space previously occupied by the Quarter Masters Continue Reading →.
Disney Cruise Line Offers Update on Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point
Disney Cruise Line has released another update on the progress of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, which will be the newest port of call for its Caribbean cruises once finished. New Updates. Nestled along the sand dunes of Serenity Bay, the vibrantly colored architecture of the Serenity Bay Cabanas matches the Mabrika Cove Cabanas, which ...
Why Disney is doubling down on theme parks with a $60-billion plan
Disney plans to invest $60 billion over 10 years into its so-called experiences division, which includes the theme parks, resorts and cruise line, as well as merchandise.
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It’s A Small World Nursery

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Disney Kids Clubs Vibe

Is There a Kids Club on Castaway Cay?

How To Register for the Disney Cruise Kids Clubs

Safety and Security Measures of the Kids Clubs

Tips for Parents

Disney Cruise Kids Clubs – Final Thoughts

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