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Old Nov 6, 09, 12:43 am   #1
 
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Disney Transatlantic (westbound)

We're looking into the westbound 14-night transatlantic cruise on Disney in Sept 2010.

My wife called and they said that all the concierge level suites are already sold out. I've read in previous non-related threads that possibly some travel agents may have purchased blocks of rooms? Any advice here?

Second: my wife has "heard" that the September cruises may have bad weather and the cruise could be very choppy? True?
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Old Nov 6, 09, 8:45 am   #2
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Yes it can be very rough especially in late September. It is still hurricane season but it gets rougher as winter gets closer.

My husband was so sea sick and so bored on a transatlantic that he swore he would never do it again. Did it again and was sicker and more bored. Choppy is not a good enough word to describe the Atlantic when it gets rough and wild.

Do your research!

Disney trips sell out very early. Those suites are top priority for many people who book them as soon as the trip opens up to be sold. Disney has a very high sell out and occupancy rate.

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Any suggestions on websites (other than FT) to search for reviews?
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September is better than November. The Oasis of the Seas is delayed for two days now due to 60 mph head winds and 49 foot waves.
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And the Oasis is the size of 2 aircraft carriers!
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trans atlantic

We are booked on the Magic Sept 18th. Looking forward to it.
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We are booked on the Magic Sept 18th. Looking forward to it.
I'd love to read a trip report!!!!
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Old Nov 16, 09, 4:47 am   #8
 
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If it's specifically the Disney cruise you would like a review on, check out the Disboards : www.disboards.com

Beware: we folks there do love Disney, so it will be mostly from big Disney fans.

We took one Disney cruise, and I agree about the possibility of rough waters. We had HUGE waves in March - 30 feet. The boat simply ROCKED.

From what I understand, the concierge suites do sell out first. They are pricey, but some folks are willing to pay that, and won't go any other way. So if it was sold out, I would honestly take it as yes, it's sold out.
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We are looking into the Eastbound in April.
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