Join us for an unforgettable family travel adventure as we take you along on a full 7-day Caribbean cruise aboard the Carnival Mardi Gras, combined with an unexpected and magical Disney World surprise. This video is your complete guide to what it’s really like to cruise, explore ports, enjoy onboard activities, and make the most of every moment with kids.
Our journey begins with a road trip to Orlando, where we kick things off in one of the most beautiful resorts on Disney property, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. We explore the resort, swim in the pools, enjoy incredible dining (including some unforgettable bison meatballs), and even catch the Magic Kingdom fireworks right from our room.
From there, we head to Port Canaveral to board the massive Carnival Mardi Gras for a 7-night Caribbean cruise packed with fun, food, and family-friendly activities. We’ll show you embarkation day tips, what to expect on sea days, and how to get the most out of your cruise without overspending.
Our first port of call is Grand Turk, where we hit the beach, go snorkeling, and check out the famous Margaritaville pool area that’s free to use. Next, we stop at Amber Cove, where we skip the pricey excursions and head straight for the included resort-style pool and splash pad area that’s perfect for kids.
We also share what a birthday at sea looks like during one of our relaxing sea days, followed by a stop in Nassau—but instead of getting off the ship, we show you why staying onboard can actually be one of the best decisions of your cruise.
Our final port is Celebration Key, Carnival’s newest destination, where we explore Starfish Beach and Starfish Bay and give you a full look at what families can expect.
Just when the trip seems to be wrapping up, things take an unexpected turn. A major winter storm keeps us stranded in Orlando, leading to a spontaneous and unforgettable surprise trip to Magic Kingdom. We take the kids for a last-minute Disney day filled with rides, magic, and memories before beginning a long two-day drive home through icy conditions.
This video is packed with real travel experiences, money-saving tips, family insights, and honest reviews to help you plan your own cruise and Disney vacation.
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Timestamps:
0:00:00 Driving to Orlando
0:05:05 Arrival at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
0:18:19 Embarkation Day
0:31:01 First Sea Day Activities
0:42:10 Grand Turk Beach and Snorkeling
0:53:13 Amber Cove Pool and Splash Pad
1:03:06 Sea Day and Birthday Celebration
1:10:44 Nassau Stay-On-Ship Day
1:18:14 Celebration Key Day
1:18:12 Debarkation Day
1:31:21 Surprise Trip to Magic Kingdom
1:54:36 Two-Day Drive Home
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