The view through the Magical Porthole shows a live feed from external cameras on the ship. And it comes from cameras that are placed to give you a view that’s approximately what you would see if your room did have a window! Since it’s a live feed, the view darkens as night falls, but you can also turn it off at any time with a switch if you want to darken the room or have a break from the view.
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From time to time, you’ll see that view enhanced by animation, such as a Disney character waving to you. These animations are random and don’t last long; it can be challenging to catch one with a camera. Some guests are so enamored of the Magic Porthole animations that they prefer inside staterooms to larger cabins with actual portholes! No matter your preference, you’ll know in advance whether your stateroom has a Magical Porthole, as it will be listed in the category description when you book.
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