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    Vacation » Disney Dream Cruise | Bahamas | Embarkation Day

    Disney Dream Cruise | Bahamas | Embarkation Day

    Posted: 07/22/2011 | Last updated: 07/15/2024 by Erin K. Browne 10 Comments
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    We made the drive from Orlando to Port Canaveral to start the second part of our anniversary vacation - a 3 night cruise on Disney's beautiful brand new ship, the Dream!

    When we arrived at the port, we dropped off our check-in luggage, went through security, and found ourselves in a large crowded terminal as we waited for the boarding process to begin.

    Disney Cruise Line - Disney Dream - Embarkation Day May 26th, 2011
    There was a patio outside of the terminal where you could see the ship.  Even with a wide angle lens, this was as much of the ship as I could fit into one shot.

    Disney Cruise Line - Disney Dream - Embarkation Day May 26th, 2011
    I felt like an impatient child waiting for our turn to board.  I couldn't wait to explore the ship and take millions and millions of photos.  See the luggage trolleys over there?  I was impressed with how smoothly the whole luggage process is handled by the crew.  Our suitcases were delivered promptly to our room and saved us the hassle of dragging everything along with us.  They do recommend keeping a small day bag with you with sunblock, swimsuit, medicine, etc in case there's a delay with your luggage.

    Disney Cruise Line - Disney Dream - Embarkation Day May 26th, 2011
    From this vantage point, it looks more like a hotel with lifeboats.

    Disney Cruise Line - Disney Dream - Embarkation Day May 26th, 2011
    Just a wee bit excited.

    Disney Cruise Line - Disney Dream - Embarkation Day May 26th, 2011
    The big yellow Mickey ears mark the entrance to the bridge across to the ship.  Everyone was anxious for those doors to open!  Disney characters dressed in adorable sailing costumes wandered around the terminal and took photos with the passengers.

    Disney Cruise Line - Disney Dream - Embarkation Day May 26th, 2011
    Finally on our way in!  The line moved slowly as each family had their photo made at the bridge.

    Disney Cruise Line - Disney Dream - Embarkation Day May 26th, 2011
    Almost there!  As you entered, a crew member announced your family name to the lobby and everyone clapped and cheered.  A little embarrassing!

    Disney Cruise Line - Disney Dream - Embarkation Day May 26th, 2011
    We made our way to our room, and this was the view of the port from our balcony.  The rounded deck you see is where we took the previous photos of the ship.

    Disney Cruise Line - Disney Dream - Embarkation Day May 26th, 2011
    Already wishing we had booked a 7-night cruise instead of 3!! It was going to be way too short of a trip, for sure!

    Disney Cruise Line - Disney Dream - Embarkation Day May 26th, 2011
    My newly skinny hubby.  C'mon - doesn't he look fantastic?

    Disney Cruise Line - Disney Dream - Embarkation Day May 26th, 2011
    My favorite part of embarkation day was this right here.  To avoid heinous international roaming charges on the cruise, we completely powered down our phones and left them in the room.  As someone who finds it very difficult to truly "unplug", let me tell ya, that felt really, really good.   (btw, I have no idea why that NFL Mobile app is on my phone.  Probably because it's always been there and I'm far too lazy to delete it.)

    This is the first post in our Disney Cruise series.. stay tuned for much much more!

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    About Erin K. Browne

    Erin K. Browne is an author of a cookbook (The Unofficial Dollywood Cookbook, Simon & Schuster/Adams Media) and Dollywood guide (The Ultimate Guide to Dollywood, Simon & Schuster/Adams Media) She has over two decades experience with recipe development. Erin is a mom of two human babies and a sweet kitty named Biscuit Fingers ("Ketto"). She loves comfy clothes, sarcastic t-shirts, and reading thrillers. Make her day and toss her a like on Facebook or follow her on Instagram. Post may contain affiliate links including those via the Amazon Associates program

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    1. Eugene Shimabukuro

      September 14, 2015 at 1:18 am

      Aloha Erin! My wife and I is in Orlando! Today is our embarkation day on the Disney Dream! This 5 day Bahamian cruise is our first cruise ever! Thank you for all the tips.!
      Mahalo
      Eugene & Cora Shimabukuro
      Mililani, Hawaii

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    2. excellent vacations

      August 27, 2014 at 3:23 am

      Good replies in return of this matter with firm arguments and describing
      all concerning that.

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    3. Susan

      July 25, 2011 at 9:26 am

      I LOVE LOVE LOVE reading your stories and can't wait to hear about the remaining portion of your cruise.

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      • Erin

        July 25, 2011 at 3:47 pm

        Thanks, Susan! 🙂

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    4. Carrie Murphy

      July 22, 2011 at 4:08 pm

      I'm not a fan of lines for rides and such so I thought the Disney cruise would be a little better for us since there's kid and adult perks!  I was thinking the same about the dress.

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    5. Kara

      July 22, 2011 at 1:07 pm

      Okay, I would totally go on another cruise if it was with Disney! So far, the ship looks amazing! 
      Side note: Cute Dress!

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    6. Carrie Murphy

      July 22, 2011 at 11:09 am

      I have been looking into booking a Disney cruise myself in the next couple of years.  Can't wait to see your pics and what you have to say about it!

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      • Erin

        July 22, 2011 at 11:11 am

        Ohh you won't regret it! It's in my Top 3 of favorite vacations ever!

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