Thank you so much for the info! I’ve been trying to find information about this excursion and like you said, there was practically little to none when it came to this. I appreciate it so much because I was going back and forth on this decision. Awesome video and very informative! Planning on going the end of May next year so thank you thank you thank you for your vlog!
We saw an amazing calving event and white thunder from the wonder. We were considerably closer than what your cruise got. I really want to do this excursion for sure
mixed reviews... I have only ever heard rave reviews for this excursion or the Sawyer Glacier in Tracy Arm similar excursion. (I booked it for a second time for my cruise next year, it was THE BEST excursion on my first AK cruise 10 years ago.)
You say that you cannot experience the “white thunder” on board the Disney wonder, but I sailed in June of 2019 and we heard (shockingly loud, it really is like thunder), and could see the glacier calving from the ship. I’m sure it’s nowhere near the same as it is aboard the glacier explorer, but you can see it.
Great video! Little confused of the Alaska itineraries do you see more ice glaciers in an inside passage one or the one where you leave and come back from a difference cruise port? Thanks in advance!
It depends on your itinerary! But as a general rule, cruises that leave and return to different ports often stop in Glacier Bay, and - as the name suggests - you'll probably see far more glaciers if you travel on an itinerary that stops at Glacier Bay National Park.
We didn't get a photo with Mickey outside on the deck at the glacier, though he was still there when our boat pulled in. (Theoretically, we had the chance to dash up to the top deck to try and catch him, but getting a photo before his short shift ended was unlikely). That said, we had plenty of opportunities to take photos with Mickey and Minnie in their Alaskan gear inside the ship and on deck at other times. For us personally, the glacier trip was our preference, especially since character visits on deck were never guaranteed opportunities, especially if it rained.
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Thank you so much for the info! I’ve been trying to find information about this excursion and like you said, there was practically little to none when it came to this. I appreciate it so much because I was going back and forth on this decision. Awesome video and very informative! Planning on going the end of May next year so thank you thank you thank you for your vlog!
Hi dear, I love your vídeo and all the information you provided about this Port Adventure.
Thank you very much! Very worth watching!
Very helpful, thanks! And great photos
Thank you. You had the answer we were looking for about staying on the ship or taking the excursion
So glad! Have a wonderful trip!
Thanks so much for posting. I ve been contemplating this excursion for quite some time especially with character timing but you’ve convinced me!
We saw an amazing calving event and white thunder from the wonder. We were considerably closer than what your cruise got. I really want to do this excursion for sure
Excellent review!!! Very helpful.
I went on that exact shift but I didn’t do the early tour I just watched it on the ship deck with my family
mixed reviews... I have only ever heard rave reviews for this excursion or the Sawyer Glacier in Tracy Arm similar excursion. (I booked it for a second time for my cruise next year, it was THE BEST excursion on my first AK cruise 10 years ago.)
Excellent. We are going w Norwegian but this glacier cruise was sold out. I hope to get on one when I board if someone drop out
Awesome video! Thanks
You say that you cannot experience the “white thunder” on board the Disney wonder, but I sailed in June of 2019 and we heard (shockingly loud, it really is like thunder), and could see the glacier calving from the ship. I’m sure it’s nowhere near the same as it is aboard the glacier explorer, but you can see it.
Fantastic to hear that! Thanks for sharing.
Great review of this excursion!! What size of camera zoom lense do you recommend?
I just want a picture of the ship from the water and all the character greetings on deck.
Disney fantasy cruise ship is beautiful its my dream
The crew is nice on Disney cruise line blankets yes sir
What lens did you use for these photos? They're stunning!
Great video! Little confused of the Alaska itineraries do you see more ice glaciers in an inside passage one or the one where you leave and come back from a difference cruise port? Thanks in advance!
It depends on your itinerary! But as a general rule, cruises that leave and return to different ports often stop in Glacier Bay, and - as the name suggests - you'll probably see far more glaciers if you travel on an itinerary that stops at Glacier Bay National Park.
Did you still get pics with the characters in there Alaska outfits...on the deck outside at dawes glacier. That is something I really want to do
We didn't get a photo with Mickey outside on the deck at the glacier, though he was still there when our boat pulled in. (Theoretically, we had the chance to dash up to the top deck to try and catch him, but getting a photo before his short shift ended was unlikely). That said, we had plenty of opportunities to take photos with Mickey and Minnie in their Alaskan gear inside the ship and on deck at other times. For us personally, the glacier trip was our preference, especially since character visits on deck were never guaranteed opportunities, especially if it rained.
What time of year did you go and what was the weather like.
hi, I loved your review. Were you able to still get photos with mickey in his Alaskan clothing? that is the only thing holding me back.
Definitely! He's around on the ship several times during the week, so you have many opportunities.