https://www.annierosetravels.com/blog daily 0.75 2026-09-14 https://www.annierosetravels.com/blog/the-young-millennials-guide-to-cruising-4fda4 monthly 0.5 2026-09-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69fc0e47bfc58410b00f5dee/ae8969a1-ff5c-4b8c-a930-8ba55cde8a22/churro+waffles.jpeg Blog - I'm Not a Disney Adult But I Went on a Disney Cruise — Here's What Happened. - 1. The Food For me personally, food is an important part of a cruise. Unlimited food is an exciting prospect…but only if the food is good. I had heard Disney Cruise Line had really great food, so I had high expectations. And I would say Disney food was good! It was definitely not the best cruise food I've had overall, though (that award goes to Virgin Voyages). There were some highlights, like the churro mickey waffles (pictured to the left), and we had a few really yummy dishes in the restaurants. Cabanas, the buffet, had a decent variety and got the job done. If you're the kind of traveler who plans a trip around chasing down the most unusual dish on a menu, you'll want to adjust your expectations here. This isn't the cruise where you're going to have a "wow, I've never tasted anything like this" moment. The flavors are safe. Seasoning is on the milder side across the board, even on dishes that are labeled as having some kick to them. I found myself reaching for the hot sauce and extra seasoning. This makes sense given DCL's target demographic, so we weren't bothered by it. Our party was all able to find something we enjoyed at most meals, and never went hungry! I will say, Disney ships all have one or two adults-only paid specialty restaurants, which I've heard are usually amazing and much more impressive, but we did not experience those during our sailing so I can't speak to that experience personally. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69fc0e47bfc58410b00f5dee/6224d1b0-6443-46da-80ba-8a828e724824/disney_cruise_towel_animal Blog - I'm Not a Disney Adult But I Went on a Disney Cruise — Here's What Happened. - 2. The Service This really is where Disney shines. I mean, building an experience through incredible service is kind of Disney's THING. And man, did that show throughout our entire cruise. Our restaurant team, Vicky, Chariza, and Dursel were incredible. On DCL, you change restaurants each night but your service team follows you. Because of this, we got to know them all really well and our group still talks about how we miss them. They got to know our preferences and by the second night had our preferred drinks waiting for us. They swept our crumbs off the table in between courses. The service they provided was incredible, and we loved getting to know them. Our stateroom attendant, Efrain, was equally stellar. He always left us the cutest towel animals, made sure we had everything we needed in our cabin, and even organized our electronic cords so our vanity was neat when we came back each day. Apart from our own service team, all of the castmates we encountered were kind and so helpful. Overall, the service made our trip what it was. I'd recommend DCL based on the service alone. . https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69fc0e47bfc58410b00f5dee/2d39fd0b-c778-4176-b87b-17b3e1645390/IMG_9411.jpeg Blog - I'm Not a Disney Adult But I Went on a Disney Cruise — Here's What Happened. - 3. Adults Only Areas There were a lot of kids onboard. Like, a lot. Granted, we went during spring break so that was to be expected, but you can't go on a Disney cruise and expect there not to be kids everywhere. That being said, DCL, especially on the Wonder, has some great adults-only areas. The Quiet Cove pool area really is quiet. They somehow created an invisible sound barrier between this area and the rest of the busy and loud pool deck, which really is some sort of Disney magic. The pool area was never very crowded and there was always a lounger to grab. Cove Cafe, which is the coffee shop just off the Quiet Cove pool area, was also a great kid-free space to enjoy a beverage, snack, and some quiet time. I would have appreciated an adults-only dining experience that wasn't an upcharge, even if it was a pool snack bar or something. There was plenty of food on the pool deck, but it was mostly pizza, chicken tenders, the usual poolside stuff. Some more adult-friendly foods close by would have been nice. Overall, the adults-only areas on the Wonder were really great and made it easy to find a kid-free spot to relax. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69fc0e47bfc58410b00f5dee/2c5ce9e9-fb6a-4d29-9a1d-23d6e3fe0193/disney_cruise_line_sunset.jpeg Blog - I'm Not a Disney Adult But I Went on a Disney Cruise — Here's What Happened. - 4. Recommendation So, would I recommend DCL for a non-Disney adult? I might think twice about it. We had a wonderful experience and I definitely don't regret the trip. I do think the familiarity of Disney and excellent service was a great way to introduce my travel-mates to cruising in general. That being said, I think some of the Disney magic was lost on me because I'm not a huge Disney person. I think this cruise line is obviously ideal for families, but I do think it could also be a great experience for adults who really love Disney. It wouldn't be my top choice for adults without kids who aren't Disney-obsessed, though. https://www.annierosetravels.com/blog/is-el-dorado-seaside-palms-plus-size-friendly monthly 0.5 2026-08-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69fc0e47bfc58410b00f5dee/066252c3-8f83-41da-a025-f5658014f856/Friends+in+Nexus+Private+Transfer Blog - Is El Dorado Seaside Palms Plus Size Friendly? We booked a private transfer from the Cancun airport to our resort through Nexus Tours. Nexus has some varied reviews out there, some of which are not so positive, but we had a smooth experience with them. Once we arrived in Cancun and made it through customs, we were able to easily find the Nexus employee waiting at the transfers area (they were in bright orange so super easy to spot). We were escorted to a roomy, air conditioned, 12 passenger van. Since there was just 3 of us, there was plenty of room to spread out. We booked a private transfer, which I fully recommend doing if it fits your budget, just so you know you have space to spread out and enjoy the ride, especially if you’re going to one of the resorts on the south end of the Riviera Maya like we were. Overall, transportation was smooth and plus size friendly. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69fc0e47bfc58410b00f5dee/405f7058-5620-44b9-a920-b32d0e4a4f16/Chair+in+buffet+at+El+Dorado Blog - Is El Dorado Seaside Palms Plus Size Friendly? - Restaurants and seating I really have no complaints about any of the seating at the El Dorado Seaside Palms. All of the restaurants had armless, comfortable chairs or VERY roomy booths. I felt very comfortable sitting at all of the restaurants, including the buffet and outside seating areas. The only seating that was a bit iffy was folding chairs at the Mexican Fiesta beachside buffet which was held on Friday night, but that’s somewhat to be expected with something held outside that is set up each time for an event. The Bali beds, which are first come first serve by the pools and beach, were also very study and comfortable. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69fc0e47bfc58410b00f5dee/d51f7408-f879-41cc-9ccb-9dc0fa639972/Maroma+Beach+Catamaran Blog - Is El Dorado Seaside Palms Plus Size Friendly? The snorkel excursion was amazing, but did come with some challenges. We had to take a large step into the boat from the dock,so if you have any mobility issues, this is something to be aware of. There were steps to get in and out of the ocean, which I found doable, but they were steep. https://video.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69fc0e47bfc58410b00f5dee/a9d7537a-7a96-4e87-9c91-45b0af42b9aa/playlist.m3u8 https://video.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69fc0e47bfc58410b00f5dee/a9d7537a-7a96-4e87-9c91-45b0af42b9aa/thumbnail Blog - Is El Dorado Seaside Palms Plus Size Friendly? Blog - Is El Dorado Seaside Palms Plus Size Friendly? https://video.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69fc0e47bfc58410b00f5dee/61ddf1d1-112f-48d8-a35e-f589deaa1632/playlist.m3u8 https://video.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69fc0e47bfc58410b00f5dee/61ddf1d1-112f-48d8-a35e-f589deaa1632/thumbnail Blog - Is El Dorado Seaside Palms Plus Size Friendly? Blog - Is El Dorado Seaside Palms Plus Size Friendly? https://www.annierosetravels.com/blog/the-young-millennials-guide-to-cruising monthly 0.5 2026-07-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69fc0e47bfc58410b00f5dee/41f80500-c160-4339-817b-79237adbf01f/pink_dress_ocean_view Blog - 4 reasons Millennials Should Try Cruising - 1. Cruising really is the ultimate choose your own adventure vacation. The moment you step on a cruise ship, your options for leisure or entertainment are somewhat limitless. You can decide to sit on your cabin balcony all day and watch the waves go by with a coffee and a pastry, or you can pack your day with every activity that is offered on board. If you’re traveling with a group, everyone can choose what they want to do on the ship and no one has to feel like they’re holding their group back if they just want to sit and lounge by the pool. IT’S THE BEST!There’s nothing us millennials hate more than FOMO, and there’s very little risk of FOMO on a cruise. And I promise, there really are activities for all ages. On my last cruise on Virgin Voyages, I spent one afternoon making embroidery thread friendship bracelets while making new friends with the people sitting around me. It was giving girl scout camp vibes and gave me all the nostalgia warm and fuzzies. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69fc0e47bfc58410b00f5dee/6224d1b0-6443-46da-80ba-8a828e724824/disney_cruise_towel_animal Blog - 4 reasons Millennials Should Try Cruising - 2. It’s very budget-flexible Vacation? In this economy? Well yes! Cruising can actually be a really really affordable vacation option for those on tighter budget. It can also come at a luxury price point for those with a luxury price point if that’s the experience you’re looking for. Depending on what cruise line, ship, and itinerary you pick, the price is highly customizable. Say for example, three friends are going on a cruise. One friend might be cool with an interior room, down with included beverages, and is happy walking around ports without any planned excursions. Another friend may want to go with a balcony, a soda package, one night of specialty dining, and a pre-booked excursion or two. The last friend might say to hell with a budget and book a suite, eat in specialty dining every night, get the premium alcoholic drink package, and book an excursion for every port. And the best part? As long as you’re staying in different cabins, THAT’S OKAY! Your friend group can all be on the same ship with each other, having an equally fun time, but spending the budget that works best for each individual. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69fc0e47bfc58410b00f5dee/e27fc8c2-6c96-49f7-acaf-6fe6f9f7ff91/mallorca_san_juan Blog - 4 reasons Millennials Should Try Cruising - 3. You can see a lot in a short amount of time Let’s be honest: our millennial attention spans usually leave something to be desired. We like a quick dopamine hit and instant gratification (hello tiktok). The right cruise itinerary can provide a wide variety of destinations, views, and experiences in a short amount of time for those of us who may struggle to stay focused on one thing for too long. I’ve found that I prefer port/destination-heavy itineraries. Don’t get me wrong, I love a relaxing sea day, but I love the feeling of waking up in a new place every morning even more. I love spending my mornings and early afternoons exploring the destination, eating new foods, going on a excursion, or doing whatever else I might get up to. Once I’ve done my exploring, I can get back on board while everyone else is still out and about and enjoy a quiet ship. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/69fc0e47bfc58410b00f5dee/41ecfd39-5e07-47a0-a9c5-dc0756f27c4e/fries_caesar_salad_diet_coke Blog - 4 reasons Millennials Should Try Cruising - 4. Decision fatigue no more So many millennials are holding the weight of our unsettling world and their own laundry list of responsibilities on their shoulders. Making decision after decision about a trip when you’re already experiencing decision fatigue in your everyday life can really take the enjoyment out of planning and going on a trip. One of the best part of cruising is that once you decide on the best line, ship, and itinerary for you (which a travel advisor can help you do), you have to make very few decisions once onboard. You don’t have to spend hours researching the best restaurants close by, because the restaurant is literally three decks below your state room. You don’t have to worry about how you’re going to entertain yourself, because there will be a whole lineup of entertainment each night for you to enjoy. All of your options are curated and presented to you by the cruise line, and really, all you need to decide is if you want fries and a diet coke with your caesar salad (the answer should always be yes, in my opinion). Want to lessen the decision fatigue even more? 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