Insider Tips for Disney Wonder

14 secrets and tips from real cruisers to make your voyage magical

πŸ”₯ Must-Know

Top Insider Secrets

The most valuable tips our community swears by.

Insider TipGeneral

Tiana's Place is EXCLUSIVE to Wonder - worth sailing this ship just for this restaurant

Insider TipGeneral

San Diego and Vancouver sailings offer less crowded embarkation than Florida ports

Insider TipGeneral

Ask for beignets at Tiana's Place even if not on the menu - they'll make them!

Insider TipDining

Tiana's Place has LIVE JAZZ and amazing beignets - don't miss it!

Insider TipBooking

Alaska cruises are incredibly popular - book as early as possible

Insider TipCharacters

Tiana appears regularly since Tiana's Place is onboard - great for Princess and the Frog fans

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✨General

Alaska sailings offer unique wildlife viewing - bring binoculars!

The smaller size makes Wonder perfect for Alaska's narrow passages

🍽️Dining

On Alaska cruises, enjoy hot chocolate on deck while glacier watching

Triton's underwater theming is beautiful - great for Little Mermaid fans

πŸ“…Booking

Consider New Orleans embarkation for a unique pre-cruise experience

🎭Characters

On Alaska sailings, characters wear special cold-weather outfits - unique photo ops!

πŸ›οΈStaterooms

For Alaska cruises, book a verandah on the starboard side for best glacier views

Classic-class staterooms are slightly larger than newer ships

Plan Ahead

Booking Windows

When you can book activities and dining based on your Castaway Club status.

75

First-time

days before cruise
90

Silver Castaway

days before cruise
105

Gold Castaway

days before cruise
120

Platinum/Concierge

days before cruise
⚑ Book Fast

What Sells Out Quickly

Alaska cruises (book 6-12 months ahead)
Palo reservations
Whale watching excursions (Alaska)
Dog sledding excursions (Alaska)