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Disney Cruise Line offers the option of booking flights through them and while this makes things very easy, there is little flexibility with this option. DCL selects the airline and flight times for you, but does not provide the details of your flight until closer to your departure date. Many guests like to be in control of their chosen airline, schedule, connections and fares and choose to book air on their own.
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There are a number of sites for checking airline fares, including Travelocity, Expedia, Orbitz, Priceline, Kayak, and Yapta. On most travel sites, you can sign up to be alerted when discount fares are available. You should also check the official airline website, because you might get better pricing and flight times by booking directly with the airline.
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If you're flying in on embarkation day, you need to make sure that you leave enough time to get to the ship. Final boarding is at 4:00 pm and no one is allowed to board after that time. The port is approximately an hour drive from the Orlando airport, but you ll also need to factor in the time it will take to get your luggage and to get to your transportation. Morning flight arrivals are recommended.
Disney recommends on departure day that you not book a flight before 12:30 PM. There are times when the ship is delayed at the Port and you run the risk of missing your flight. Rushing to get to the airport is not the way to end your Disney cruise vacation.
We have found check-in at Disney Cruise romantic mediterranean cruisesarticles Line to be quick and painless. The operational hours of the cruise terminal and parking garage in Port Canaveral begin at 11:00 am. Because the terminal doesn't romantic mediterranean cruisesarticles open until 11:00, transportation companies are not allowed to drop guests off any earlier. Pickups at the airport or Disney hotels will begin at 10:00 am.
Just like at airports, you'll first pass through a security screening. From there it's up the escalator (or elevator) to the check-in area. Here you'll find a long counter manned by some of the friendliest Cast Members you'll find at Disney.
In order to make this as effortless and quick as possible, have all of the forms in your cruise packet filled out beforehand. Every member of your party needs to complete this. If you have your confirmation number, you can also complete your forms online at the official Disney Cruise Line website.
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Depending on how many are traveling in your party, you might want to consider a town car service as your ground transportation. For what you will end up paying for a ride on the Disney bus, you can get personal transportation for less, or even a Limousine.
There are plenty of Orlando transportation companies out there, and making a choice can be difficult. We think it's important that you just don't base your decision on who has the lowest prices. Our suggestion would be to call the companies and ask about reliability, years of service, what's included in the rate and if there are any additional charges not already disclosed. We also suggest looking for online romantic mediterranean cruisesarticles reviews and referrals.
From the Orlando International Airport, the port is just a short drive along Florida's Beachline Expressway (S.R. 528) to reach the cruise terminals, restaurants, parks, beach and other places of business and recreation.
Port Canaveral is even closer to Melbourne International romantic mediterranean cruisesarticles Airport. From the airport follow signs to eastbound U.S. 192, cross the Indian River and turn north on SR A1A. Drive along the coast until you reach Port Canaveral. Or take, U.S. 192, westbound to Interstate 95 and drive north to the Beeline Expressway's east exit.
Once you arrive at the port, finding the cruise terminals is easy. Signs along the highway clearly chart your course. Cruise Terminals 5 and 9/10 are located on the north side of the port and can be reached via SR 401. Cruise Terminals 2, 3 and 4 are on the south side near Jetty Park. Just turn left off SR 528 into Port Canaveral, then make a right turn onto George King Boulevard and follow the signs.
There is a preferred parking area available for $25 per day. Guests can drop off their luggage, then turn left into the preferred area. 113 spaces are available, romantic mediterranean cruisesarticles with 6 of those being handicapped-accessible. This area is first come, first served.
A parking garage is available at the World Trade Center just outside the terminal area. Shuttles are available to take Guests romantic mediterranean cruisesarticles to the terminal romantic mediterranean cruisesarticles for a nominal fee. Parking is not available romantic mediterranean cruisesarticles at Terminal C, where the ship will sail from.
Uncovered parking is $70 USD per single, standard romantic mediterranean cruisesarticles car parking space for a 7-night cruise. Larger vehicles (e.g. buses, large campers) will be charged double the rate. Limited covered parking is available for an additional price for 7-night sailings.
Parking is available in facilities located in front of individual cruise terminals. No reservations are required. Long-term parking for a regular vehicle occupying a single space is $20 USD per day. Short term parking is $7 USD if you are going to see someone off but not intending to park overnight.
Disney Cruise Line is using the Manhattan Cruise Terminal. The passenger cruise terminal is located romantic mediterranean cruisesarticles on the West Side of Manhattan, between West 48th and West 52nd streets. Piers 88 and 90 have been thoroughly renovated. A vehicle entrance is located at 55th Street and 12th Avenue.
Payment romantic mediterranean cruisesarticles is due upon arrival romantic mediterranean cruisesarticles into the parking lot. Taxes are included in the rates. Cruise parking opens at 9:00 am. Check out 1:00 pm. They do not accept reservations. Space is subject romantic mediterranean cruisesarticles to availability and is provided romantic mediterranean cruisesarticles to cruise parkers on a first come, first serve basis.
Parking is available for $21.31 USD plus tax per day. Parking for the 8th day and beyond is $8.37 USD plus tax. RV parking is available for $29.51 USD plus tax per day. RV parking must be reserved online in advance to guarantee romantic mediterranean cruisesarticles a space.
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