Cruise Reviews of Cruising on the Disney Magic November 2012

We just decided to try out the Disney Magic Cruise Lines one month ago.  What a fun experience for the entire family.  If you are not a Disney Enthusiast before you left on the cruise, you might be after you return from your week long cruise from Galviston, Texas round trip.  Ports of call are Grand Cayman, Costa Maya and Cozumel.  The cruise line has been doing this itinerary for 6 weeks and they are working out the fine tuning. 

Welcomed on board the ship you are welcomed by a few staff members announcing your name and family.  We were shown where our cabins were and that is where we called home for a week.  I recommend Deck 6 (Balcony Cabins) as you will be see pulling in and out of ports. 

The week was filled with lots of ventures and new experiences for kids from ages 2 months up to age 17.  The cruise is truly set up for young families and have kids clubs everywhere to help out with the next week of entertaining your kids.  Kids actually were crying after having to leave the Kids Clubs and Adventure Clubs.  I interviewed several families and they wanted to share their experiences openly.  One family with 3 kids under 5 years old LOVED this cruise, but said that they didn't want the experience to become overwhelming doing a cruise every year.  The Mom thought that the kid activities, entertainment, Disney Characters were well displayed and acessible. 

I personally enjoyed the cruise, but disappointed that there wasn't lots of adult events planned.  There were plenty of pubs and get away spots, but I just thought that there could be more planned activities for Adults Only.  I do like that there is a section designated to Adults Only for Swimming and Night Clubs.  The Family Feel was all over the ship and the staff were very welcoming and polite.

Itinerary was lacking in the Ports of Call.  The Ship stopped in Grand Caymen and this island is full of ideas, activities, and beach time that can be spent all day long.  Great Shopping and a 1 1/2 hour tour around the island was $10.00 per person. Great Deal as you get out of the main town and can see some of the local flavor by a short taxi or van ride into the country side.

Second Stop Costa Maya is just a tourist trap as far as I am concerned.  Short stay will allow you to rent a golf cart for $40.00 total and we crammed onto this little golf cart.  Best Part is that you will be gifted a free drinkat Senor Frog's upon arrival into the old city.  You can spend all day eat and drink for $45.00 per person if you choose to get your beach day in.

Third Stop was in Cozumel which is an island off the cost of Mexico.  This island is heavily populated with vendors and high priced items on the main Avenue.  Just by shopping off the main streets you can find some local charm and Mexican Flavor.  Great stop and very popular with the Cruise Lines.

Days at Sea.  Lots of time to swim, take a hot tub dip, walking the decks, relaxing with your family, or find a little get away to read that book you have brought with you from home. 

Great Staff, Lots of Restaurants that you will get to experience as you are on a revolving restaurant schedule.  Your waiters and wait staff follow you around to the different restaurants.  Great idea and makes it a rememberable experience. Food Variety for every taste buds.

On a scale of one to 10 being the best, I rate the Disney Magic about an 8.    Happy Travels and Hope you find my personal review helpful when choosing a cruise for your entire family.  http://www.travelatheart.com or http://facebook.com/travelagentjeannefelix

Disney has done a wonderful job with the detail that they paid attention to everyone's likes and dislikes.  Job Well Done Disney.  You created MAGIC for the ENTIRE FAMILY.