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Disney Magic Cruise Review

Cruises: 4-6 cruises
Reviews: 2
Helpful Votes: 112

Overall rating:

4.2 out of 5
Disney Magic

5 Night Bahamas (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: January 09, 2020

Ship: Disney Magic

Cabin type: Inside

Cabin number: 2111

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 4 years ago

Review summary

I truly enjoyed myself. I think because the Magic is a smaller ship than the others I've been on it was not as impressive. The main difference between Disney and Carnival or NCL is the great attention to customer service.

Embarkation

5 out of 5
Very streamlined. Arrive at your embarkation time and it's a less then 30 min wait.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5
I was disappointed by the food. Most of the reviews I read said the food was exceptional and it was a let down. It was just ok. I've found the food on the Carnival ships to be much better. The exception was Palo ($). The food there was some of the best ever.

Onboard Activities

3 out of 5
The adult pool is fresh water. Nice touch. Not to many things to do on deck for adults. Pool, slide, mostly just sunbathing.

Entertainment

5 out of 5
The entertainment did not disappoint. It was Broadway caliber. Most of the adult only shows are toned down. So nothing to raunchy or vulgar.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
Everyone, everywhere, is concerned about your satisfaction.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5
Everything was always spotless. You never find stray plates or cups.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
Plenty of space and storage. Extra clean. Split bathroom might be uncomfortable for larger people.

Ship tip

If you didn't get a chance to book a specific activity or event when you checked in online go straight to guest services they can help you sign up.

Ports of call

Nassau, Bahamas

3 out of 5

Key West, Florida

4 out of 5

Castaway Cay (Disney Private Island)

4 out of 5
Beautiful island but on par with the private islands of the other cruise lines.

Miami, Florida

4 out of 5

Disembarkation

5 out of 5
Very quick and well organized. The only hitch is the speed of customs.
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3 Comments

RelleCruz    4 years ago

Thanks for the review, very helpful!

dmfpenguin    4 years ago

I agree with you regarding the food. When the Magic first started sailing, the food was excellent. There have been a number of cuts over the years that have driven down quality. Service, however, remains exceptional. Glad you had a good trip.

cruisereckoning    4 years ago

Glad you enjoyed.