Disney Vacation Club Talks on DCL
1 hour informational show on most cruises
Photos are from the show and any packets of information
They typically give or raffle off some onboard credit for attending only if you are not a member already
DVC must be a blue card member to go to the special meet and greet and to get the free daily gifts
Magic August 2024
Benefits of a DVC DCL Cruise
Special events and activities
Special swag and gifts each day or sometimes twice a day also in the past
Hard to book because highly sought after
Do not have to book with points
Must be a blue card DVC member
Meaning you bought from Disney directly or grandfathers in from before 2012
Not worth sailing DCL ever on DVC points
Can book up to 5 non-DVC member rooms
Must pay 100% cost of the sailing at booking
DVC sailing special menus
Not always change the menu but rename items
Get to keep the menus
DVC member special decorations on the ship and at Castaway Cay
Member celebration each evening
Great deals on the sailing to add more DVC points
Celebrities on the ship will do special performances
In 2023 during the sailing (4-night sailing)
All the gifts were received on day 1 and packed in a carryon bag
Received a pin and print each night
Because shorter than 7 night everything felt rushed or only on one day therefore could not experience everything
Concierge rooms were not worth the extra cost because did not get to enjoy the lounge as much because of all that is offered on the sailing
Special presenters during sailing from Disney or Disney Imagineering
Special drawing classes with the actual artist
Karaoke with Disney stars
Special Broadway shows/demonstrations
DVC special menus get to be kept as souvenirs
2025 Member Cruise
DVC Member Cruise will be a 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Fort Lauderdale on August 2, 2025
5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Fort Lauderdale
Saturday August 2, 2025 – Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Sunday August 3, 2025 – Sea Day
Monday August 4, 2025 – Cozumel, Mexico
Tuesday August 5, 2025 – Sea Day
Wednesday August 6, 2025 – Castaway Cay
Thursday August 7, 2025 – Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Booking will start on April 13, 2024.
Disney Vacation Club members can find more information on the 2025 DVC Member Cruise webpage.
Information below from DVC website directly
2025 Member Cruise to the Western Caribbean
Embark on the 2025 Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise to the Western Caribbean! This 5-night, round-trip Disney Cruise Line sailing departs from Fort Lauderdale, Florida on August 2, 2025, charting a course for family fun in dazzling tropical destinations—plus a first-ever Member Cruise visit to Cozumel.
Along the way, delight in commemorative keepsakes and experiences created with Members in mind—including onboard entertainment planned just for the Member Cruise!
Booking begins April 13, 2024.
And a Member Cruise brings this already exceptional experience to a new level. Some of the best and brightest from the incredible Disney family of studios and storytellers will come together to present amazing “insider” shows. Additional standout features include commemorative keepsakes, themed décor and more—all crafted with our Members in mind!
Embark on an exciting sailing to the Western Caribbean, with visits to 2 tropical islands brimming with activities for the entire family. Plus, enjoy 2 delightful days at sea—with access to signature Disney Cruise Line entertainment, imaginative themed dining, Broadway-style stage shows, refreshing pools, surprises for Members and more.
Explore the scheduled itinerary for the 2025 Member Cruise to the Western Caribbean:
Saturday, August 2, 2025–Depart from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Sunday, August 3, 2025–Enjoy a day at sea filled with unique experiences and special shows created with Members in mind.
Monday, August 4, 2025–Arrive in Cozumel, Mexico, an island paradise renowned for its beautiful beaches, turquoise water and protected coral reefs.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025–Enjoy another leisurely day at sea filled with unique experiences and special shows created with Members in mind.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025–Arrive at Disney Castaway Cay, a private island paradise exclusive to Disney Cruise Line.
Thursday, August 7, 2025–Debark in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Call Member Services at (800) 800-9800 or (407) 566-3800† to book your spot.
Dedicated Support for Member Cruise Bookings
Member Services will be open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Eastern Time on April 13, 2024 to book reservations for the 2025 Member Cruise exclusively—as well as to assist with any Resort arrivals occurring within 5 days of the April 13 date. Due to the popularity of the Member Cruise, you may experience longer-than-usual wait times.
Member Services will reopen with normal operations at 9:00 AM Eastern Time on Sunday, April 14 to support all Membership requests.
Simplify Your Booking Phone Call
We have adjusted this Member Cruise Booking Day process to improve our ability to quickly secure your stateroom and collect payment during your initial inbound call. To make your booking phone call go smoothly, please have the following information on hand about yourself and each person sailing with your party, including:
Member ID Number
First, second and third stateroom category choices, as popular options sell out quickly for this event
Special dietary needs
Special medical needs
Castaway Club Number (provided to repeat cruisers by Disney Cruise Line)
For each person sailing on the Member Cruise, please have the following information ready:
Legal name and middle initial, spelled as it appears in print on appropriate citizenship documentation
Physical home address (no P.O. boxes)
Home telephone number
Date of birth (mm/dd/yyyy)
Citizenship/nationality
Find out the booking information and general rules concerning this 2025 Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise. Please keep in mind that all reservations are subject to availability.
DVC Special Menus & gifts on DVC Member Sailings
Fantasy May 2024
