The Animator's Palate is by far my favorite dining experience on the Disney ships. The room starts out in mostly black and white tones and through the meal changes to vibrant colors. Large screens in the corners of the room feature clips of Disney movie favorites. The food is probably the best here, as compared to the other dining rooms. In each dining venue, there are numerous options for the kids, including standard fare like macaroni and cheese, spaghetti and chicken fingers.
Food is also readily available mostly near the poolside during the day.
Lunch is served in the TopSider's Buffet, where you can choose from an array of salads, pastas and hot entrees. The ship also offers first-run movies for adults, but they are usually shown at inconvenient times, like 11 p.m. There are numerous bars and lounges on board, including the ESPN Locker Room sports lounge. If you are a returning Disney cruiser, like we were this year, you are invited to a private cocktail party with the captain. Read page one .