Minnie Mouse Visits a Toddler Girl and a Counselor

Flounder's Reef Nursery

Location: Disney Magic

At a Glance

Location: Deck 5, Aft
Designed For: Children from 3 months to 3 years
Hours of Operation: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Flounder's Reef Nursery on the Disney Magic is a nursery for children ages 3 months to 3 years located on Deck 5, Aft, named after Ariel's best friend, Flounder, from Disney's The Little Mermaid. This nursery is available at an additional charge.

Open throughout the day, Flounder's Reef Nursery invites Adults to enjoy more adult-oriented adventures during the cruise while their children are safely cared for by trained Disney counselors. As hours vary while in Port, check the Personal Navigator—the Disney Cruise Line daily newsletter detailing all there is to see and do—while onboard for extended operating hours.

Recalling the delightful under-the-sea theme from Disney's The Little Mermaid, Flounder's Reef Nursery immerses young Guests in a peaceful environment where soothing sea-blue walls adorned with seahorses, clams and bubbles mesh with an aqua floor of ocean waves and the sounds of calming music.

The facility consists of 2 rooms, one for active play and one offering a relaxed atmosphere.

Flounder's Reef Nursery includes:

  • Baby swings
  • Books
  • Toys
  • Games
  • Quiet area, complete with cribs
  • A television
  • A DVD player

Activities

Activities at Flounder's Reef Nursery are unscheduled and vary depending on the mood of your child. However, with programs like movie time, story time and arts and crafts, counselors are sure to keep your children grinning from ear to ear.

Prices for Flounder's Reef Nursery

Flounder's Reef Nursery is available at an additional charge.

  • $6.00 per hour for first child
  • $5.00 per hour for second child in your family

Cancellations may be made without penalty up to 4 hours in advance of reservation.

Reservations

Founder's Reef Nursery is available at an additional charge and must be reserved in advance. Reservations can be made online up to:

  • 120 days in advance for Concierge and Platinum Castaway Club Guests
  • 105 days in advance for Gold Castaway Club Guests
  • 90 days in advance for Silver Castaway Club Guests
  • 75 days in advance for First-Time Cruisers

You can also make a reservation during the open house on Embarkation Day on a first-come, first-served basis. Because space is extremely limited, be sure to book your child's nursery stay early.

What to Bring to Flounder's Reef Nursery

Families should bring baby food, formula, milk and bottles; Disney's trained counselors will be more than happy to feed your child. Additionally, parents should include diapers or pull-ups, diaper wipes, extra clothing and a baby blanket or pacifier, if applicable, when dropping off their child.

Children with Special Needs

Children ages 3 months to 3 years with special needs are welcome at Flounder's Reef Nursery. While we cannot accommodate one on one care, simply let our counselors know in advance and we will accommodate the best we can.

Flounder's Reef Nursery offers Family Time at select times during your cruise. During this time, families are welcome to enjoy and play in Flounder's Reef Nursery together. Please check the Personal Navigator—the Disney Cruise Line daily newsletter detailing all there is to see and do—for specific dates and times of Family Time while onboard.

Fun Facts & Tips

Babysitting in staterooms is not available.

While your child is cared for at Flounder's Reef Nursery, adults are invited to participate in more adult-oriented fare such as participation in Port Adventures and Palo dining.

Reservations for Flounder's Reef Nursery fill very quickly, so book as early as possible.

 
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