"Miss Jennifer"...love it because I was a nursery school teacher and was called that for over 29 years! I am thrilled to have found your videos and are enjoying them---better late than never🤩
Being able to order dishes from the other MDR menus is bonus! Escargot and chateaubriand every night if you like! Always ask about the secret "cake of the day" from room service and recommend tip a minimum $5USD and $1 for each item but never let that stop you from tipping more especially when it's very late at night! Agree that the food is very good in the MDRs, not remarkable, but Palo brunch buffet was always what I looked forward to! Hope the buffet returns! Always fantastic service onboard!
For me, being sanitary, and cleanliness are absolutely paramount. It's not about Covid, but about everything one can catch due to unsanitary places and people. Things seen at pot lucks have made me super vigilant. Yum, Jen, and beautiful ambience in the dining room.
I'm with you. I hope they stick to serving the buffet to guest . And thanks for the honesty about the food onboard. I have often wondered about that. I have to say I enjoyed the food on our Carnival cruise. Which is probably a good thing for a first time cruiser (especially when everyone brags about all the food you can eat lol).
And honestly I really do like the food it’s just not the best food I’ve ever had if that makes sense?? And anymore eating all the food I can just makes me sick so there’s that
So glad they're being so safe, particularly for the buffet. I hope they continue doing this with the buffet even after the "great unpleasantness" passes.
I’ve thank you before and will continue to thank you for these cruise videos! I’ve been pretty nervous about cruising and I’m finally just really excited because I feel prepared. Big thank you from one nervous Nelly! 😅💖
Getting to know your servers is part of the fun. I remember it was our server’s birthday and our table sat her down and sang “HappyBirthday” …first time ever for her!! She teared up! Oh, and the escargot for the kids…yep, they were one and done. I still have the pics…reminded me of the “Green eggs and ham” book!!🤣🤣
One of the best parts of cruising is getting to know the people who work on the ship, the waitstaff especially. And, of course having them cater to your every need is not too shabby either! 😂
We went on a 2 night cruise in 2017 out of San Diego. I still remember how awesome the staff was . I loved the baked potato soup at Animator's palate. I asked the girl at Carnation Cafe at Disneyland if it was the same, she didn't know. I ordered it anyway. As i was leaving I said FYI it's not , the wonder was better lol. Your video series has made me feel more comfortable about sailing. I told my husband that after our Magic Keys expire, we need to save up and take that CA coast cruise we were planning before the great unpleasantness.
Great video! Totally agree that the food in the main dining rooms on Disney Cruise Line has always been good, but not fantastic, and that the menus sometimes lack imagination. This is the main reason that I feel that Disney self-classifying themselves as a “Premium” cruise line is a little false, and is being done primarily to try to justify the price tag. The food on a true “Premium” cruise line like Viking or SilverSea or even Celebrity is usually much more memorable.
THis looks pretty good! :) I guess because I cook all the time, for vacation dining out is such a big deal to me. It doesn't have to be super fancy for me. It just needs to be a good selection and well prepared.
The desserts in your montage looked yummy! I would definitely let my sweet tooth go crazy on the ship. Scott and I would be competing for most time spent at Vanellope's. :-)
When I cruise, I would definitely go to the steakhouse, and would try the Italian restaurant. No foodie restaurant for me or places where the focus is on entertaining you. This is so that I can eat at a different place every night, the opposite approach that you described in this trip. Doesn't bother me at all to eat alone.
As I said in the video, I felt the same way about the food as I always have. I think it's just because it's a big ship - I'm sure the food is on par with other large cruise lines. And I don't consider an 8 out of 10 average, certainly.
Of course you tip more, they are fulfilling your every wish and doing it gladly. These days it is not easy to find people who are willing to work and do a good job, they should be well compensated. By the way, they do ask about food allergies right? It would be awful to be on-board and have to keep checking for something that might make you keel over just because most people aren't allergic to it.
Everything looks delicious. I really want to try palo. I will have to make some recipes from the cruise line
"Miss Jennifer"...love it because I was a nursery school teacher and was called that for over 29 years! I am thrilled to have found your videos and are enjoying them---better late than never🤩
Well welcome, Jennifer! So glad you're here!
Do you have any updates on dining now? Love your videos!
I watched some earlier cruises before the pandemic and the buffets were just 🤢. I like this way, way better.
Enjoying this series and the format. Thanks for sharing!
I’m so glad you’re enjoying it, Margy!
I’ve been waiting for this one!!!
Hurray! Hope you enjoy!
Yes absolutely as a kid I tried all sorts of things in a cruise
It's an easy way without breaking the bank ordering something crazy that you're fairly sure a kid won't love!
That day at sea with room service, a book and a verandah sounds like the best dream!
It was basically heaven!
What is a good tip for room service?
They add a tip automatically which I believe is 15% (for alcohol or anything with an additional. charge) and I added an additional $5 for just me
I’m loving this series. My MIL has hinted at taking my family on our first cruise. This is a good jumping off point for info for me. Thank you!
I'm so glad, Kristen! That's awesome!
@@JenLefforge for disney cruise did you have to pay for the food
No, with the exception of the signature restaurants like Palo or Remy food is included@@bakerbeginnerfood
I don't know when we will cruise again, but at least you are doing it for me!
Happy to oblige, Trish! 😂❤️
Sounds like an amazing solo time!
I just got back from the dream also! We went on nov 5-8! Was happy with the buffet! Food was delicious!
was hoping you’d post this soon!! my family and i board in 4 hours on the fantasy and this series has been a blessing!! sending lots of love! 💞
Oh my goodness have the best time!
Being able to order dishes from the other MDR menus is bonus! Escargot and chateaubriand every night if you like! Always ask about the secret "cake of the day" from room service and recommend tip a minimum $5USD and $1 for each item but never let that stop you from tipping more especially when it's very late at night! Agree that the food is very good in the MDRs, not remarkable, but Palo brunch buffet was always what I looked forward to! Hope the buffet returns! Always fantastic service onboard!
Now I'm hungry ...
I’m debating if I want to take my family to Disney World or a Disney Cruise. I’ve never been on a cruise. So all the food is included?
Yes! Most things are!
I wish Disney World would adopt these buffet procedures. I might actually eat at a buffet if they did 😀
I feel this deeply!
For me, being sanitary, and cleanliness are absolutely paramount. It's not about Covid, but about everything one can catch due to unsanitary places and people. Things seen at pot lucks have made me super vigilant. Yum, Jen, and beautiful ambience in the dining room.
We eat the same food on Disney cruises - can't wait to go again! And I love the new buffet - I've never liked the multiple hands on everything....
I need to go on another cruise! Love the idea of wine and cheese on the balcony with a book!
Lisa seriously it felt so indulgent in all the best yummy ways!!!!
I'm with you. I hope they stick to serving the buffet to guest . And thanks for the honesty about the food onboard. I have often wondered about that. I have to say I enjoyed the food on our Carnival cruise. Which is probably a good thing for a first time cruiser (especially when everyone brags about all the food you can eat lol).
And honestly I really do like the food it’s just not the best food I’ve ever had if that makes sense?? And anymore eating all the food I can just makes me sick so there’s that
So glad they're being so safe, particularly for the buffet. I hope they continue doing this with the buffet even after the "great unpleasantness" passes.
I’ve thank you before and will continue to thank you for these cruise videos! I’ve been pretty nervous about cruising and I’m finally just really excited because I feel prepared. Big thank you from one nervous Nelly! 😅💖
Janira this is me so this comment is super encouraging and thank you!!
Non-DCL comment - I love the Pride Mickey ears on your shelf . . . and I see ballerina Daisy! (:
Thank you in both counts!! That ballerina Daisy is new and I adore her!
@@JenLefforge That Halloween unboxing was epic! You got some amazing stuff.
Getting to know your servers is part of the fun. I remember it was our server’s birthday and our table sat her down and sang “HappyBirthday” …first time ever for her!! She teared up!
Oh, and the escargot for the kids…yep, they were one and done. I still have the pics…reminded me of the “Green eggs and ham” book!!🤣🤣
I love that story!
One of the best parts of cruising is getting to know the people who work on the ship, the waitstaff especially. And, of course having them cater to your every need is not too shabby either! 😂
I mean maybe because I’ve spent the last 25 years raising my family but I AM ALL IN on that part of it! 😂❤️
Silly question… what is the room service menu like? We’re you able to choose things from the restaurants or was it a preset separate menu?
It's a pre-set menu, Amanda. Not huge but plenty on there!
Sounds like you had an amazing trip. I love the DCL room service. It was a tremendous help with a toddler who napped when I wanted to eat lol
I can imagine! 😂❤️
We went on a 2 night cruise in 2017 out of San Diego. I still remember how awesome the staff was . I loved the baked potato soup at Animator's palate. I asked the girl at Carnation Cafe at Disneyland if it was the same, she didn't know. I ordered it anyway. As i was leaving I said FYI it's not , the wonder was better lol. Your video series has made me feel more comfortable about sailing. I told my husband that after our Magic Keys expire, we need to save up and take that CA coast cruise we were planning before the great unpleasantness.
Honestly Shannon if I had to choose between the parks and a cruise I would choose the cruise!!!
Great video! Totally agree that the food in the main dining rooms on Disney Cruise Line has always been good, but not fantastic, and that the menus sometimes lack imagination. This is the main reason that I feel that Disney self-classifying themselves as a “Premium” cruise line is a little false, and is being done primarily to try to justify the price tag. The food on a true “Premium” cruise line like Viking or SilverSea or even Celebrity is usually much more memorable.
It's a great point. Before our Viking Sea adventure I didn't really know any different but truly, the food is not premium. Good. But not premium.
THis looks pretty good! :) I guess because I cook all the time, for vacation dining out is such a big deal to me. It doesn't have to be super fancy for me. It just needs to be a good selection and well prepared.
I 100% think you would be very happy with the food on the ship!! And I clearly never walked away from a meal hungry!🤪
How did it feel to travel solo? I've always wanted to try it but I'm a little nervous about it.
I'm going to talk about that in next week's video but I've been doing it for years to various destinations and I LOVE IT.
She’s kind of a big deal. VIP Jen. 😆❤️😘
Now to get the people here at home to understand that, Major. 😂❤️
I have to agree the food isn’t amazing, but it is good. I just loved the fact that we could eat whenever we wanted😅🤣🤣
Oh so much same!! I actually really enjoy the food and it makes me happy!
will you always be doing trip vlogs like this or will you go back to your old way? I liked both but I was just curious!
No I will definitely do normal trip vlogs again!
The desserts in your montage looked yummy! I would definitely let my sweet tooth go crazy on the ship. Scott and I would be competing for most time spent at Vanellope's. :-)
You know I loved sailing solo but I did miss that man every time I passed by his favorite ice cream shop!😂😍
When I cruise, I would definitely go to the steakhouse, and would try the Italian restaurant. No foodie restaurant for me or places where the focus is on entertaining you. This is so that I can eat at a different place every night, the opposite approach that you described in this trip. Doesn't bother me at all to eat alone.
I still ate alone every night but I get what you’re saying!
The food on DCL always looks too pretty to eat!
half capacity and food quality was just average.... wonder if they'll blame staffing
As I said in the video, I felt the same way about the food as I always have. I think it's just because it's a big ship - I'm sure the food is on par with other large cruise lines. And I don't consider an 8 out of 10 average, certainly.
@@JenLefforge thought they might want to step everything up a bit....I think rave reviews about stepping up food would help increase interest
Of course you tip more, they are fulfilling your every wish and doing it gladly. These days it is not easy to find people who are willing to work and do a good job, they should be well compensated. By the way, they do ask about food allergies right? It would be awful to be on-board and have to keep checking for something that might make you keel over just because most people aren't allergic to it.
Yes they are actually known for that!
Mmmmm, yummy. I hope they keep serving at Cabanas. All those people touching everything…gross
YES they need to keep this part FOREVER, most definitely.