Using Disney gift cards for a cruise

[Missus_Aitch]

I know one can apply gift cards onboard for port excursions etc., but is it possible to use them for the cost of the actual cruise?  And even if one uses a travel agent?  I just got a Target debit card and can get the gift cards for 5% off so was wondering.  Thanks!

[NinjaTiffie]

When I make payment to my TA online, I can see the option to use a Disney gift card. I have also read people’s experiences paying off their cruises using the Disney gift cards. I assume it can be done. I am considering making some interim payments to my TA using a Canadian Disney gift card. I need to figure out the currency conversion situation as I am paying in US but my balance is in CAD.

[mommb]

Disney Cruise Line accepts Disney gift cards as payment for the cruise. If you're using a travel agent, you would need to check with that agency to see whether they can handle payments using gift cards and if they have any limitations as to the number or value of cards that can be used.

 

I have never done this, but I have read that it is possible to combine gift cards at https://disneygiftcard.com/ so that you or your travel agent don't need to read off several dozens of digits when making a payment.  

[brewcrew]

We have used Disney gift cards to pay down the balance of our Disney cruises.  I just logged onto my travel agent's website and made the payment.  We were told to keep the gift cards until after sailing in case you had to cancel for any reason.