Preparing for Your Cruise – Frequently Asked QuestionsWe encourage you to bring your own stroller, as the ship has a very limited number of strollers available on a first-come basis.
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You will want some kind of stroller or baby carrier for taking your child around the cruise ship and in port. Some cruise lines, like Carnival, have rentals available; MSC offers loaners. You will need to store strollers in your cabin, so we recommend bringing a small umbrella stroller, rather than a large baby jogger.
At 0-3 years old, your child may not be old enough to prefer Disney cruises over other cruise lines. They won't know its Disney, but the ambiance provides a Disney and family-friendly experience which babies and toddlers may still enjoy; the music, songs, characters and themed restaurants and activities.
It's the one question every parent with a child under a certain age asks as they're packing for their Disney vacation. Stroller or no stroller? If your child is under 4, the answer is easy. Yes, you definitely need a stroller.
That's an enormous distance for a 4- or 5-year-old to walk, and if you decide not to take a pushchair to Disney World, you might do a lot of carrying. You will likely be walking around from very early in the morning until late in the evening. That's a lot for even the best four or 5-year-old walker.
While there are size limitations to the strollers allowed on property, there are no guidelines that mention a specific age limit at this time. All considering, I think whether you bring a stroller or not is truly a personal decision. Step back and determine what would work best for your children and family in general.
Disney's Oceaneer Club and Lab are the two clubs for kids ages three to 12 on all four Disney cruise ships. Parents can drop off their kids anytime between roughly 9 a.m. and midnight or 1 a.m., and trained youth staff will watch the children and lead them in a wide variety of activities.
To answer your question, yes, you should have a stroller for your 3 and 5-year olds. Adventure-filled days in the theme parks require a LOT of walking, and little legs tire easily. In fact, during my family's most recent visit, my 8-year old even asked to rest his legs in the stroller a few times during the week.
However, Disneyland is strict in not permitting strollers that exceed the maximum stroller dimension of 31 x 52 inches, as well as its no-wagon rule. Are there strollers at Disneyland? Yes. If you need a stroller for your next visit to Disneyland Park, you can use Disney's stroller rental service.
Whether or not a 7-year-old needs a stroller at Disney depends on the individual child's needs and preferences. Some 7-year-olds may be able to walk long distances and stand in lines for extended periods of time without getting tired, while others may become fatigued more quickly.
One huge advantage to renting a stroller is you do not have to wrestle with your stroller as you board Resort Transportation. There is always a chance that they will run out of rentals, but I have to admit, we have visited even during the busiest of times and I have never personally seen them run out.
Strollers must be 31” (79cm) wide and 52” (132cm) long or smaller. As a reminder, wagons are not permitted in our parks. Stroller wagons will also no longer be permitted.
Attach a unique signAnother way to make your stroller easy to spot is to attach a sign to the back. This is a fairly popular option because it's easy to make and attach to your current stroller. Use your family name or go with a fun phrase for your trip! Disney strollers have pouches where you can insert a sign.
All cruises are priced based on two adults in the stateroom. So, even if you are one adult traveling with a child, the price is the same as two adults in the stateroom. After the two adult prices, the third and fourth passengers in the stateroom are charged a lower rate.