NOTE: This article on Disney cruise mobility was written and contributed by Disney for Seniors member Rose Ann Hirsh. You can follow Rose Ann on her website roseannhirsch.com.
Our mobility is one of the first things to consider when looking at a Disney cruise. Not planning for your personal Disney cruise mobility can have a huge impact on the enjoyment of your voyage. The ships are huge, and even the Disney Magic and Wonder can be difficult to negotiate if you use a cane or walker. The Disney Fantasy, Dream, Wish, Treasure, and Destiny are much, much bigger and you may find yourself tiring quickly.
The hallways are long and lack seating; the same applies to the elevator/staircase areas. If you haven’t been on any of the Disney cruise ships, to give you an idea of the amount of walking involved, think about Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom’s lands and Future World at Epcot all stacked on top of Main Street from the lagoon to Cinderella’s castle. That’s a lot of walking.
Consider Renting a Mobility Device For Your Cruise
If you have mobility and stamina health issues I strongly suggest, to ensure your Disney cruise mobility experience, renting a mobility scooter or electric wheelchair to get around the ship, especially if you experience joint pain. Several companies in Florida will deliver the mobility device to your ship and you will have it for the entire cruise. Your rental is tagged with your name, ship, and stateroom number.
I highly suggest leaving this tag on throughout the cruise as it will be necessary for the mobility device company to check you off their pick-up list at the end of the cruise. You don’t want to get charged a costly replacement fee for a scooter or wheelchair they can’t find. And should your device disappear for some reason, the tag will help locate it.
Each ship has a designated area for you to pick up the device at the start of your cruise and leave it at the end of your cruise. When choosing a device to rent for your cruise, carefully research each company’s website, compare pricing, and review their rental agreements or call the company directly to ask questions. You can also join and ask for references within the Disney for Seniors Facebook Group that is associated with this website.
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