Disney Fantasy Children's / Kids' Programs & Babysitting
Bringing the World of Disney to the high seas, the Disney Fantasy features an extensive array of kids' programs for all ages. Youth groups are divided based upon age ranges.
Located on Deck 5 (port side and aft of Port Adventures), It's a Small World Nursery is for babies 3 months to 3 years. The nursery consists of two rooms- one with cribs and one with walkers, toys, and DVD players. It's a Small World Nursery is available at an hourly charge of 9.00 USD for the first child and 8.00 USD for each additional little one.
The Oceaneer Club and The Oceaneer Lab are also located on Deck 5 (just aft of the nursery). These cater to the 3-10 year old crowd. While the Oceaneer Club is designed for younger children, kids of all ages can access The Oceaneer Club and The Oceaneer Lab. Here are some superb features Oceaneer kids enjoy:
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Andy's Room: Outsized Toy Story characters abound in this colorful playroom for little ones
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Star Wars: In this play area, the Millennium Falcon's cockpit is center stage! Here, youngsters can experience flight simulations. In the control room, there buttons and levers for kids to explore. The Millennium Falcon's common area includes places to sit, an R2-D2 with a head that moves, boxes that move when you use 'the force', and assorted fun movie props.
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Disney Infinity: In addition to ten gaming stations, this area also has an Infinity Station in which participants become life sized game pieces who control game decisions!
At Edge, located mid ship on Deck 13, the tweenie crowd ages 11-13 enjoy karaoke, a TV, and computers.
Forward on Deck 5 is Vibe, which 9,000 sq. ft. designed just for teens ages 14-17. DVD players, televisions, computers, oversized chairs, a dance floor, a soda bar, a sun deck, and wading pools are all part of Vibe! Age appropriate planned activities are provided throughout the cruise.
Disney Fantasy Children's Programs Tips:
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The only place that charges for youth is the It's a Small World Nursery.
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The Personal Navigator kids' version is handed out by their respective Directors.
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Sign up for all groups is the first night. The Teen group can come and go as they please. It's a good idea to set up a meeting point or a buddy system after an activity is over. Directors for this group will escort as needed.
For a detailed overview of the Disney Youth Program, what to expect, costs, late night babysitting services, slumber parties, child care, when the Disney Fantasy is in port and parents who want to go into port and leave the kids in child care, click here.