How does Make-A-Wish trip work?

The wish journey starts with a referral. Make-A-Wish accepts referrals from children themselves, parents, family members, and medical professionals. Once a child is referred to Make-A-Wish, we check the eligibility criteria to make sure the child is eligible for receiving a wish.



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Generally, the wish child can include 2 adults and siblings who are under 18 years old and live in the wish child's home to be part of the wish experience. If the child requires nursing care, a nurse may be considered based on recommendation of the child's medical team.

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Wish families stay at Give Kids The World Village, which is located about 30 minutes from Disney. Give Kids The World has rides, activities, and a pool. You might want to plan a “park-free” day or afternoon halfway through the trip to relax there.

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*Critical illnesses include, but are not restricted to: childhood cancers, certain types of muscular dystrophy, certain neurological or genetic diseases, cardiac disorders, renal failure and traumatic injuries. Please speak with us or contact your doctor for more information.

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Yes, the Disney Cruise Line Alcohol Policy states that guests ages 21 and older are allowed to bring no more than two bottles of unopened wine or champagne onboard. The bottles may not be larger than 750 ml. Alternatively, guests may choose to bring six 12-ounce beers instead of wine or champagne.

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The Disney Cruise Line does not offer in-room babysitting services. If you would like your children to utilize the nursery, you may make reservations when your advanced booking window opens.

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Since 1980, Disney and Make-A-Wish have granted wishes for more than 150,000 children with critical illnesses worldwide. In fact, historically, one out of every two wishes granted in the U.S. has been a Disney wish.

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On board the Disney Wish you'll find six differently-sized pools for families. The six main pools are all located midship between the funnels on decks 11 and 12. On Deck 11, you'll find Mickey's Pool, Minnie's Pool, Daisy's Pool, and Pluto's Pool.

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