You do have access to a little bit of internet onboard. The free Wi-Fi on a Disney Cruise will allow you to access the Disney Cruise Line app, and for most people, will allow you to iMessage if you have an Apple phone.
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If you have the boat WiFi package, yes.iMessage will work to other iPhones. Also you can turn WiFi calling on and you will be able to make calls over WiFi. Just be sure to go into airplane mode when you get on the boat to prevent cellular at sea from picking up the call opposed to it leveraging WiFi calling.
It's a common question with varying answers. Guests are free to utilize their cellular data or connect to our onboard Wi-Fi on any ship. But, please be aware that cellular data used on the ship or in certain ports of call will result in charges from your cell phone provider.
CELL PHONE USAGE ON A DISNEY CRUISEYou can direct dial, receive phone calls, or text anywhere in the world right from your stateroom. Ship-to-shore rates apply and will be posted in your stateroom. Cell phone service is also available through most major providers (Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, etc.)
Enjoy faster connection speeds. Make video phone calls on platforms FaceTime, Zoom, and more. Listen to your favorite music streaming platforms like Pandora, Spotify, and Apple Music.
Prepare Your Loved Ones if Texting Is LimitedMost cruisers tell their family that regular text will not work at sea and will use airplane mode. They can use a messaging app if they need to contact you. Cruise lines usually have a designated phone number to be used in emergencies.
If the ship provides free wifi and internet, then iMessage and FaceTime would be free. Those services are always free from Apple, and you only pay something if you are charged for the internet connection you are using.
If the need arises when your family or friends need to contact you during your Disney Cruise, they will need a few key pieces of information. Share with them your ship's name and your specific stateroom number. If your family members will be calling from the U.S., have them dial 1-888-322-8732.
Stay Connected While At Sea On Your Cruise!Service for voice calls, texting (SMS) and data is available onboard while the ship is at sea. Once the WMS network is switched on, while roaming on our cruise ships, you will see a distinct display on your handset that differs from your home carrier.
Luckily, it doesn't matter what ship you cruise on, how long you cruise, or your cruise itinerary, if you're on a Disney Cruise ship, you're going to have world-class entertainment and get a chance to see, meet, and hug some of your favorite Disney pals!