NEWS 5/17: Late 2019 itineraries released - link in post #1 (2020 watch thread will start soon)

[Flossbolna]

Will the "Fall 2019" release include Christmas/New Year's sailings?

Yes. The definition (gained from previous releases) of Fall is:

• "Fall": September until the end of the year (ending with the last cruise starting in the old year).

 

[AquaDame]

Never booked a cruise before, so I want to be sure I get it. When DCL opens for public booking, cruises will be available for booking online thru Disney and also places like Costco, correct?

Yes, though it is up to each TA site to update their own website once its open to everyone anyone should be able to help you.

Will the "Fall 2019" release include Christmas/New Year's sailings?

Yes, traditionally. They could change it but its very unlikely.

 

[o&smom]

I hold out hope for sooner, but my money is on March 9. The past couple of weeks there was more info on Magic European cruises and ports and now that she is in drydock I think we might get some more sneak peeks or info like the new activities added to the tween and teen clubs. They will want to reveal the new areas on the Magic before new itineraries are released. Just my guess.

 

[CyndiLouWho]

Is there an advantage to booking through Costco versus the Disney website?

Costco gives a percentage of cruise price back as a Costco cash card. You also get another 2% back if Executive Member.

 

[DisneyMusicMan]

Costco gives a percentage of cruise price back as a Costco cash card. You also get another 2% back if Executive Member.

Yes, that’s true. We do all our bookings through Costco. We get the cash card when we get back from our cruise. And we get the 2% executive membership amount back at the end of the year, with the rest of the 2% cash back.

Also, I booked on board our last cruise to get the shipboard credit, and I transferred it to Costco. The process was pretty straightforward, although it takes a couple of calls and emails. I believe I will get both the onboard credit and the cash card. Not sure how the 2% works in this case (for executive members). I never thought to ask. It might be on the full amount minus the deposit. Or maybe I won’t get it at all...

Oh, and don’t forget the 2% Disney credit when you use your Disney Visa Premier card to pay for the booking!

 

[HuskyGal]

Yes, that’s true. We do all our bookings through Costco. We get the cash card when we get back from our cruise. And we get the 2% executive membership amount back at the end of the year, with the rest of the 2% cash back.

Also, I booked on board our last cruise to get the shipboard credit, and I transferred it to Costco. The process was pretty straightforward, although it takes a couple of calls and emails. I believe I will get both the onboard credit and the cash card. Not sure how the 2% works in this case (for executive members). I never thought to ask. It might be on the full amount minus the deposit. Or maybe I won’t get it at all...

Oh, and don’t forget the 2% Disney credit when you use your Disney Visa Premier card to pay for the booking!

Thanks to you both!

 

[tierney corbett]

I hold out hope for sooner, but my money is on March 9. The past couple of weeks there was more info on Magic European cruises and ports and now that she is in drydock I think we might get some more sneak peeks or info like the new activities added to the tween and teen clubs. They will want to reveal the new areas on the Magic before new itineraries are released. Just my guess.

wait the magic is in a current dry dock for updates? i didnt know that.

 

[Spork24]

wait the magic is in a current dry dock for updates? i didnt know that.

Routine dry dock with some updates, not a major overhaul, but at least one restaurant is getting replaced.

 

[o&smom]

wait the magic is in a current dry dock for updates? i didnt know that.

Complete gut and redesign of Cariocas into a Rapunzel themed restaurant, redesign of Vibe teen club, update of Signals bar, update of Cove Cafe, removal of Mickey Mouse Club in Oceaneers club and replacing it with Disney Junior like on the Wonder, update of part of the spa, redo of Pete's Boiler Bites into new counter service, and maybe more.

 

[disneymagicgirl]

Complete gut and redesign of Cariocas into a Rapunzel themed restaurant, redesign of Vibe teen club, update of Signals bar, update of Cove Cafe, removal of Mickey Mouse Club in Oceaneers club and replacing it with Disney Junior like on the Wonder, update of part of the spa, redo of Pete's Boiler Bites into new counter service, and maybe more.

wow, I feel like they just did the reimagine. guess time flies.

 

[gamefish32]

Complete gut and redesign of Cariocas into a Rapunzel themed restaurant, redesign of Vibe teen club, update of Signals bar, update of Cove Cafe, removal of Mickey Mouse Club in Oceaneers club and replacing it with Disney Junior like on the Wonder, update of part of the spa, redo of Pete's Boiler Bites into new counter service, and maybe more.

They're getting rid of Cariocas. . Too bad, it's our favorite restaurant in the entire Cruise Line.

 

[Spork24]

I’ve got a good feeling about tomorrow!!!

 

[tierney corbett]

I’ve got a good feeling about tomorrow!!!

same I'm really praying tomorrow is the day

 

[tierney corbett]

hey, what is everyone hoping for in the 2019 summer dates?

 

[DisneyMusicMan]

hey, what is everyone hoping for in the 2019 summer dates?

More Norway cruises, so that the prices aren't crazy high.

 

[tierney corbett]

More Norway cruises, so that the prices aren't crazy high.

yes, the more cruises they do lower the costs by a tad i think.

 

[Spork24]

hey, what is everyone hoping for in the 2019 summer dates?

I’m hoping for 4th of July cruises that work for our family.

I’m kinda hoping the fantasy moves the southern carribean to a different week so a 7 night during 4th of July will be available.

Also hoping there’s a Dream date that works for us if we decide against the 7 night.

 

[HappilyEverAfter80]

I hold out hope for sooner, but my money is on March 9. The past couple of weeks there was more info on Magic European cruises and ports and now that she is in drydock I think we might get some more sneak peeks or info like the new activities added to the tween and teen clubs. They will want to reveal the new areas on the Magic before new itineraries are released. Just my guess.

Very well could be as we are going away for March break on then 10th
Last year they released fall 2018 day before our royal Caribbean cruise...
Now my money is on the 9th too

 

[HappilyEverAfter80]

We are hoping for Hawaii in May... I know keep dreaming.
Alaska with an affordable price in June or July... yes I know how silly of me...
In all seriousness we are hoping to book Alaska, probably 2nd half of August.

 

[abja09]

I’m waiitng for Norway and hope it somehow starts, ends or stops in Copenhagen.