Inaugural Cruise - Disney Magic - NYC

[Terrence Richards]

My wife and I had a wonderful experience on the Disney Magic on the inaugural cruise from May 25 to June 2, roundtrip from New York City to Nassau, Bahamas; Disney's private island, Castaway Cay, and Port Canaveral for Disney World.

 

This was our first time on a Disney ship. We were thrilled by the typical Disney experience of entertaining their guests to the utmost.

 

The Disney Magic will be sailing out of New York City for several months. If you have never had a Disney experience with your family and children, this is the way to do it.

 

Terrence

[PathfinderEss]

Glad you had a wonderful cruise.

[awaywego0000]

We will be going in July. We were hoping this would be just as good, if not better than staying in Orlando for a week. Happy to hear you had such a wonderful time.

[DKNYC]

Hi Terrence

 

So it seems you are convinced that Disney cruises are OK for adults. :)

I see there maybe some deals to be had on the Canada 5day trips in September. I might actually book one as I would have no airfare to worry about. I think you got me. Plus Goofy is waiting.:cool:

 

Denise

[shellyc]

Hi Terrence

 

So it seems you are convinced that Disney cruises are OK for adults. :)

I see there maybe some deals to be had on the Canada 5day trips in September. I might actually book one as I would have no airfare to worry about. I think you got me. Plus Goofy is waiting.:cool:

 

Denise

We are two seniors (66+) from NJ and we are booked on the 9/2 NY to Canada cruise on the Magic. We love DCL and this cruise will be #10 on Disney. Disney cruises are more than OK for adults. There is no casino and the night life ends a little earlier than the other lines, but it works for us.

[Terrence Richards]

Hi Terrence

 

So it seems you are convinced that Disney cruises are OK for adults. :)

I see there maybe some deals to be had on the Canada 5day trips in September. I might actually book one as I would have no airfare to worry about. I think you got me. Plus Goofy is waiting.:cool:

 

Denise

 

Hi Denise, you will not be disappointed to experience the Disney Magic.

 

You have my telephone number, give me a call if you need some special tips about the ship.

 

Terry

[DKNYC]

We are two seniors (66+) from NJ and we are booked on the 9/2 NY to Canada cruise on the Magic. We love DCL and this cruise will be #10 on Disney. Disney cruises are more than OK for adults. There is no casino and the night life ends a little earlier than the other lines, but it works for us.

 

Thanks Shellyc & Terry

That Sept 2 cruise is exactly the one I am thinking about booking. I have never been to those ports although I am doing it to see the ship mostly. Not a gambler or party animal really so no problem there. Always wanted to eat dinner at the dining room where the colors come up during the meal. Plus the price is significantly less for these sailings in September ( a good thing as I am a solo). By the way I am in my early 50's and can take advantage of the holiday weekend for less time off work. And best of all no airfare or airports for me.:D

Denise (FOG~ Friend of Goofy)

[Motivatedgirl72]

Hi Terrence!

 

It's so nice to read that you had a great cruise on the Magic! I'm also going to go on that same itinerary leaving NY on June 30th.

 

I'm really looking forward to it! I'm wondering if you remember which night they have the Pirate night on this itinerary? I can't seem to find that anywhere online.

 

Also I wonder if they're going to do anything special for the 4th of July :) I'll be onboard for Canada Day too! Lots to celebrate!

 

Thanks for your help!

[NYGirl1002]

I was on that same cruise. Pirate night was Monday, after the day in Nassau. I believe that's considered Day 3 if you don't count embarkation day.

[Terrence Richards]

Hi Terrence!

 

It's so nice to read that you had a great cruise on the Magic! I'm also going to go on that same itinerary leaving NY on June 30th.

 

I'm really looking forward to it! I'm wondering if you remember which night they have the Pirate night on this itinerary? I can't seem to find that anywhere online.

 

Also I wonder if they're going to do anything special for the 4th of July :) I'll be onboard for Canada Day too! Lots to celebrate!

 

Thanks for your help!

 

Hi, Motivatedgirl,

 

I was on the 8 day Bahama cruise. I boarded on Friday, had two days at sea, and arrived in Nassau, Bahamas, on Monday, May 28. That evening for dinner was "Pirates Night". We were in the Parrot's Cay Restaurant for the first sitting at 5:45 PM. The pirate's celebration took place there. (I will attempt a photo attachment.) Many families had their pirate outfits on for the evening. At our dinner table, our servers brought us two pirate scarves to wear. Everyone in the restaurant received them also.

 

At 10 PM, that evening, there was a music and video show on Deck Nine near the outdoor pool area near the red funnel. After an appearance by Mickey Mouse on wire from one funnel to the other, there were fireworks from the ship.

 

You may be able to get your daily schedule at the Disney website and with the mailing you receive from Disney.

 

By the way, Captain Hook and Jack Sparrow are around that evening for photos.

 

Terrence

[Friend100]

At 10 PM, that evening, there was a music and video show on Deck Nine near the outdoor pool area near the red funnel. After an appearance by Mickey Mouse on wire from one funnel to the other, there were fireworks from the ship.

 

I certainly missed this part on the Dream. They did this well on the Magic and Wonder. I'm glad to learn that they are still doing it. :)

[Motivatedgirl72]

Hi!

 

Thanks to you both for responding! We have the same itinerary but are leaving on a Saturday followed by two sea days and then Nassau.

 

I'll keep my eyes open for Mickey and others outside that night!

 

I'm ready to go now!!

 

Have a great day!

[disney debi]

Glad to hear you had a great cruise. We are booked on this cruise for the August 17th sailing.. We are super excited as this will be our first disney cruise!

[Terrence Richards]

Glad to hear you had a great cruise. We are booked on this cruise for the August 17th sailing.. We are super excited as this will be our first disney cruise!

 

Hi Disney Debi, you will not be disappointed!

 

Terrence

[Danvers14]

Although my wife and I have cruised 20+ times, this will be our 1st with Disney. We're taking two of our grandchildren (6 &10) There are so many activity options for the kids, we'd welcome any and all recommendations. We've booked an Atlantis beach day, is the beach nice? Are there other beaches?

 

Thanks for any replies.

 

Bob & Diane

Danvers, MA

[Terrence Richards]

Although my wife and I have cruised 20+ times, this will be our 1st with Disney. We're taking two of our grandchildren (6 &10) There are so many activity options for the kids, we'd welcome any and all recommendations. We've booked an Atlantis beach day, is the beach nice? Are there other beaches?

 

Thanks for any replies.

 

Bob & Diane

Danvers, MA

 

Hi Bob & Diane,

 

The mailings you receive from Disney before your voyage will provide you with plenty of information about what to expect on board.

 

Your grandchildren will not be disappointed with the activities that are provided for them each day according to their age group. The evening shows in the Walt Disney Theatre for everyone are wonderful. Do not miss them. Get ready for a lot of photos with the Disney characters if you wish to purchase them.

 

I have been to Atlantis several times. You will find the beach and the surrounding area very nicely kept and beautiful. You can see the Atlantis from the ship's stern when it docks at Nassau.

 

Have a great time with your grandchildren, especially during dinner time also.

 

Terrence

[Donna_In_India]

We were on the June 2nd Bahamas cruise and had an absolutely fantastic time, in large part due to my 3 yr old daughter's excitement. We were so busy (too many times waiting for photos with the characters) yet we had such a relaxing time. We spent our day in Nassau on the beach (hot & humid!!) and loved our time on Castaway Cay. With a few exceptions, Disney delivers! And the service and interactions from/with everyone (characters & princesses too!) could not have been better.

 

We couldn't resist the great deal for booking the Fantasy while on board and I'm really looking forward to that cruise!

[AlexandNessa]

OP, glad you had a great time! We are doing the 8/25 Bahamas followed by the 9/2 Canada B2B. Can hardly wait!

[Terrence Richards]

OP, glad you had a great time! We are doing the 8/25 Bahamas followed by the 9/2 Canada B2B. Can hardly wait!

 

Hi Alex and Nessa,

 

How wonderful to be able to do a B2B. Once you finish with the warmer climate you can look forward to a cooler climate.

 

Here is a silly question: Did Disney give you any discount for the B2B voyages?

 

Terrence

[neverleavingthebalcony]

Hi Terrence!

 

It's so nice to read that you had a great cruise on the Magic! I'm also going to go on that same itinerary leaving NY on June 30th.

 

I'm really looking forward to it! I'm wondering if you remember which night they have the Pirate night on this itinerary? I can't seem to find that anywhere online.

 

Also I wonder if they're going to do anything special for the 4th of July :) I'll be onboard for Canada Day too! Lots to celebrate!

 

Thanks for your help!

 

We are on the same sailing Pirate Night is Tuesday July 3, I read on one of the blog sites July 4th we will be in Castaway Cay and they have a character parade all dressed in red, white and blue.

 

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2889847

[AlexandNessa]

Hi Alex and Nessa,

 

How wonderful to be able to do a B2B. Once you finish with the warmer climate you can look forward to a cooler climate.

 

Here is a silly question: Did Disney give you any discount for the B2B voyages?

 

Terrence

 

Not a silly question at all. :) Some cruiselines do give a discount for B2B sailings. Unfortunately, Disney is not one of them. :(