EXCITED to book first Disney cruise! Fantasy ?s

[LaDonna]

Hi Everyone I got excited when the September 2026 itineraries came out and was surprised the Magic wasn’t on there(because I was looking at this September to get some ideas lol) so it looks like I’m gonna be booking on the Fantasy

I’m probably just gonna go with the standard inside state room to save money but honestly I’m a little confused….. Which floor should I be looking at? Because I realize there’s even like deluxe inside and then accessible ones and I’m just gonna look at the standard of the standard lol. I just want the cheapest one I can get….. and of the ones I have to choose from which do you consider the best room area? I have tried to kind of look at current fantasy inside state room bookings , and if I’m looking right, if I want midship, it’s only deck 2, the other ones are aft or forward? And so what’s the best room location? I’m not worried about the rocking of the boat or anything unless it’s just a major concern on this ship

Also, when these itineraries come out for the general public , I think it’s the 17th, will Costco also be able to sale that day, for those familiar with Costco travel


Also, another question because I’ve never sailed with Disney. I’m currently going to look at the 5 night Bahamian with a stop at both private islands and Nassau, or I could go with the four nights that just stops at both the private islands. I’m not interested in Nassau and will probably stay on the boat. Should I still go with the 5 night? The wish also has a four night but it cost a little bit more and I feel like I’ve heard more people say they like fantasy more

Thanks everyone I appreciate any help I can get

 

[Erica1016]

We love the Fantasy!

We also always book standard inside staterooms. The difference between standard and deluxe is a single bathroom or a split bath. The split bath has the toilet and a sink in one space and the shower and a sink in the other space. It's okay, but for just the two of us, its not necessary.

The least expensive rooms typically be on the lowest decks (deck 2, usually). A little "secret", Rooms 2007 and 2057 were at some point accessible rooms (but are no longer labeled that way), so they have a lot of space. The bathroom is also accessible, so it has more space and the shower is just a walk-in in the corner with a curtain that pulls around. We loved 2007! You can find a video room tour on YouTube!

We don't spend much time in our room, so we're fine with inside. There's way too much to explore. There's also a magical porthole over the bed with a screen showing the view outside.

I can't speak to Costco, but I'm fairly certain the answer is that they will be able to book for you on whatever day you'd be able to book yourself.

Lastly - definitely stick with 5 nights!!! We don't get off at Nassau, so it's great to have the extra day on the ship! I'd pick 5 nights on the Fantasy over 4 nights on the Wish, especially if it's less or even amount of money!

 

[Skippyboo]

There are some insides midship starting w deck 8. You have Enchanted Garden restaurant on 2, with the other 2 restaurants on 3. Theatres are 3 & 4 and nightclubs areas are on back of 4.

You are a bit far from the pool deck and Cabanas (buffet) on 11.

 

[LaDonna]

Well, it might’ve been a good idea to mention it will be my husband and I and two girls age 11 and 8

 

[Erica1016]

Well, it might’ve been a good idea to mention it will be my husband and I and two girls age 11 and 8

Ooh, then don't choose the room I suggested...it only sleeps 3!
I think you'd probably enjoy the deluxe vs. standard inside, at least.

 

[LaDonna]

Ooh, then don't choose the room I suggested...it only sleeps 3!
I think you'd probably enjoy the deluxe vs. standard inside, at least.

Probably would lol but I need to save and just go with the very cheapest one…. We’re hoping to stop at Disney World on the way back and do the Halloween party one night

 

[Skippyboo]

With 4 people, probably want the split bathrooms, might have to do oceanview. Do you want have Disney + ? There’s a special for subscribers on kids sailing.

 

[LaDonna]

With 4 people, probably want the split bathrooms, might have to do oceanview. Do you want have Disney + ? There’s a special for subscribers on kids sailing.

Well, maybe if that cost like less than an extra hundred bucks but what I was looking at it’s probably gonna cost almost $200 extra

And we’re the type of family that is used to squeezing into smaller rooms to save money lol
I actually had five in a Carnival ocean view(and one was a teen)
I’ve also squeezed five into Disney’s All-Star regular room rooms when I had a kid under three
We just aren’t in our rooms very much so it doesn’t matter to us

 

[JulieBeeRN]

On the Fantasy right now (tonight is our last night ), and we love it. We actually switched from 4 nights on the Wish because it was cheaper