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One of our favorite parts of cruising is enjoying the pool areas. And Disney Cruise Line has the best pools in the industry. With three different pool areas to enjoy, plus special water features that vary by ship, there is truly something for everyone!
I distinctly remember our honeymoon cruise back in 2004 when I found out I could not use the Mickey pool. I thought it was so cute in all the pictures I had seen, and it hadn’t even occurred to me that it would be families only. I was, admittedly a bit sad about this, but at the same time I thought it was really cool that Disney had created such a wonderful area specially designed for little ones, where they could play in an environment that was magical and fun. And I knew that one day I would be able to take my own child, because after one Disney cruise you know you’ll be on another one.
Each Disney Cruise Ship features a pool for families with young children, a family pool and an adult’s only pool. The Disney Dream, Fantasy and Magic also offer an additional water fun option with the AquaDuck, AquaDunk, AquaLab, Nemo’s Reef and/or Nephew’s Spash Zone (check your specific ship for information on which of these water options ate available).
Crossing my fingers that eventually the Disney Wonder also receives a water fun upgrade.
On our Disney Wonder cruise last fall we spent A LOT of time at the pool, and primarily the Mickey Pool.
A kid friendly slide winds around the aft deck splashing down in a shallow walk-out pool near The Mickey Pool
My son loved going down the slide and hanging out in Mickey’s Ears (which are NOT jacuzzis as I had originally thought). The pool is shallow and centrally located with lots of seating both on the pool deck and around the edges. To one side there is a small splash pad for those little ones still in diapers. The pool itself has two levels; a small top level with maybe 6″ of water that goes around most of the pool, and then the actual pool area which is roughly 2′ of water. The Disney Dream and Fantasy both have the Mickey Apollo, while the Magic has been retrofitted with the Nephew’s Splash Zone, which is more of a splash park than a pool.
Perfect for families!
We only spent one afternoon at Goofy’s Pool, but had a great time. Goofy’s Pool is the family pool onboard, and runs about 4′ deep (on the Fantasy and Dream it is Donald’s Pool). We spent a quick morning in port in Jamaica, and then spent the remainder of the day at Goofy’s Pool. I lounged in a chair reading a book while my husband and son swam a little bit, and then watched The Lion King on the movie screen right from the pool! Connor thought this was fantastic! Goofy’s Pool is also a hub for character meet and greets. We had pictures taken with Mickey & Pluto, and had a lot of fun watching Stitch steal people’s sandals and line them all up in front of the window. For special events like Pirate Night Goofy’s Pool is covered and used as a deck space. I have to admit I longingly glanced at the two whirlpools, but never ventured in.
And finally we have the adult’s only pool area, Quiet Cove.
No kids allowed!
I looooved Quiet Cove on our honeymoon, but didn’t make it to this pool area on our last cruise. We really wanted to focus on family, and the bit of time I had to myself I spent in the Rainforest Room of the spa. (Have you tried the Rainforest Room? It’s amazing!). Quiet Cove is located on all four Disney Cruise Line vessels. There are also two whirlpools in this area for your enjoyment. Quiet Cove is such a peaceful area!
I am, admittedly, not a pool person. However, there is something about the design of the DCL pool areas that make me a convert…at least for a week. Watching Connor race down Mickey’s Slide and splash in the pools is heart-warming! Disney Cruise Line knows how to put together great pool areas!
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One of these days I might actually find myself on a Disney Cruise! (I sure hope so!) The pools look absolutely amazing!
Definitely! It is not to be missed; such a great vacation option!
Not being a big fan of pools, I think the Cruise Ships would be even more of a turn-off for me as they look a little crowded. Is that how you found them? Otherwise, we’re hoping to see for ourselves next year if we can pull off our first cruise!
Yes and no. There were times the pools were crowded, but other times they were near empty. On the port day they were very low crowds!
One day! I will get on a Disney Cruise 😀 and when I do I will make a beeline for one of these amazing slides! I am not a big pool goer either, but I love to see the theme-ing and dip my toes in :))
It is definitely a fun vacation!
I love how all the DCL boats have different types of pools for families, teens and adults. We were on the Wonder over 10 years ago, so I’m sure a lot has changed. Without a splash area, where can the diaper kids have some water fun?
First, congratulations on graduating to the Mickey pool Lin!! I don’t blame you, by the way, that spot sure looks enticing; I’d love to frolic in one of those ears too. Sadly, on our one and only Disney cruise in ’99 we just never found pool time. When we finally book again, I might just have grandchildren to play with there! 😉
Disney goes all-out with their pools, don’t they? Even on the cruise ships!
Unfortunately, I haven’t DCL’ed yet – the pools (and everything else) do seem amazing though!
It is such a fantastic vacation option! I can’t recommend it highly enough!
I am sooo excited for our cuise in October. This will be our first and you posts jut keep building my anticipation.
You will have so much fun! We aren’t sailing this year, but plan on another Galveston departure in 2015!
We’ve cruised on the Disney Dream and I loooove the Quiet Cove area. We don’t have kids so it’s nice having that space to relax. Now I can’t wait to get back on the Dream in October!
I really missed taking advantage of Quiet Cove on our last cruise! It really is so beautiful and serene!
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These pools are themed so well! I love the bright colors! i will definitely swim in these when we go on a cruise…. one day!
They are truly beautiful!
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