Insider Tips for Disney Wish
18 secrets and tips from real cruisers to make your voyage magical
Top Insider Secrets
The most valuable tips our community swears by.
The Chip & Dale Pool on Deck 14 forward is often less crowded
Medical center on Deck 1 offers free aspirin and seasickness meds
Take the free 'Imagineering the Disney Ships' tour for behind-the-scenes magic
Room service is 24/7 and includes hidden menu items like Mickey ice cream bars
Book Palo/Enchanté 120 days out if Platinum, 75 days for first-timers
Booking opens at midnight Eastern - be ready!
Some activities are held back for onboard booking - check excursion desk immediately after boarding
One reserved character experience per cruise per guest limit enforced
Tips by Category
✨General
Dole Whip available at bar near Eye Scream - with optional rum!
Fill reusable bottles at soda fountains throughout the ship for free refills
Port days = fewer crowds on ship, perfect for pools and random character meets
🍽️Dining
Order multiple entrees - no limit in the dining rooms!
📅Booking
Keep checking the app for cancellations - slots open up!
🎭Characters
Lines are shortest on the last day of the cruise
Characters wander randomly on sea days - check Deck 4 near Shutters
🛏️Staterooms
Starboard side rooms have best views at Castaway Cay - the ship docks port-side
Rooms ending in 00-20 are usually forward; higher numbers are aft (less engine noise forward)
Deck 2 has the most unobstructed verandah views - no lifeboats blocking
Booking Windows
When you can book activities and dining based on your Castaway Club status.