Disney Cruising
Ahoy, sailors! So you're thinking about a Disney cruise? You're in for something special — a floating world where Mickey waves from the deck, characters pop up around every corner, and yes, fireworks light up the night (Disney is the only cruise line in the world that does them at sea). We've been sailing since 2021 and have been aboard 5 of the 8 ships in the current Disney fleet, and we'll be sharing ship and trip reviews along the way. So whether it's your very first voyage, your kids' first big trip, or your tenth Castaway Cay sunset, you'll find the tips, honest takes, and hard-won know-how to help you plan a sailing you'll remember. 
Disney Cruise Line has released its fall 2027 and spring 2028 itineraries, covering every ship in the fleet.
Read more: Disney Cruise Line Fall 2027 And Spring 2028 Itineraries: Everything Announced
If you are like me and the closer you get to your Disney Cruise the more excited you become, and you cannot wait to see the ship before you sail, these two great YouTube channels are the place to look.
We get asked which Disney ship is the best one fairly often, and the honest answer is that it depends entirely on you. What we can tell you is what each one is actually like to be aboard, because we have sailed all five.
If you want the shortest possible version of our verdict, it is this. We would happily sail every one of them again.
Packing for a Disney cruise has an excitement all of its own. It isn't quite a park holiday and it isn't quite an ordinary cruise, and getting your case right is part of easing into the trip before you've even left home. If your Disney packing habits were built on park trips, though, a cruise has a few rules of its own, and some of them catch people out.
We'll cover what we pack and why, from the carry-on that keeps you going until your cases arrive, to the adaptors that actually work on board and the clothes worth finding room for. We'll also point you to what you can't bring, because Disney Cruise Line's list of prohibited items is longer than most people expect.
If you have sailed with Disney Cruise Line recently, you have probably spotted them. Little rubber ducks tucked behind a handrail, perched on a light fitting or hiding near a lift. Hiding ducks for other guests to find has become one of the most charming traditions at sea, and we love it. But every so often a rumour does the rounds that ducks are being banned. So what is actually going on? Here is what we know.
Read more: Hiding Ducks on Disney Cruise Line: Are They Really Banned?
There's something quietly magical about meeting a Disney princess in the middle of the ocean. The Royal Gathering is one of those Disney Cruise Line moments that doesn't get talked about nearly as much as it should. It's a chance to meet several princesses at once, without queuing in the heat of a park, and can be really great fun.
Read more: By Royal Invitation - The Secrets to Meeting Princesses on a Disney Cruise
If you've spent any time in a Disney Cruise Line sailing group before your trip, you'll likely have come across two phrases that can leave first-timers a little baffled: fish extenders and pixie dusting. Both are gift-giving traditions among guests, and both are completely optional, but they work in quite different ways. Here's what each one actually is and how to get involved.
Read more: Fish Extenders and Pixie Dusting on a Disney Cruise: What They Are and How to Take Part
We all like to stay connected with our friends and family while we're away, even if it's just by a simple text. However, on a cruise this can be a bit harder to maintain, as many phone networks won't work while you're out at sea, and you don't want to risk sky-high bills from your phone connecting to the marine network.
Read more: Staying Connected to Sea - Disney Cruise Line Wifi Explained
There's a lovely myth that once you've paid for a Disney cruise, everything onboard is included. Mostly it is, and that's part of the magic. However, there are still a few things that are an extra cost, including adult-only dining in Palo, the spa, the photo packages, the days out in port and alcohol seminars. These are all a paid-for extra and can be requested before you sail. Obviously you don't have to add any of these on, but here's a run-down of what they are just in case anything takes your fancy.
Read more: Disney Cruise Onboard Extras and Port Adventures: Your Pre-Booking Guide
If there's one night that turns the whole ship into a proper party, it's Pirate Night. It's the evening everyone looks forward to, and after sailing with Disney since 2021 it's still one of our favourite nights at sea. Here's what actually happens, what to pack, and the bits people always wish they'd known beforehand.
Read more: Yo Ho! Everything You Need to know about Disney Cruise Pirate Nights
So you've booked your Disney Dream sailing and you're counting down the days… and then someone in the group mentions "online check-in" and "port arrival times" and you're suddenly wondering if you've missed something. Don't panic — here's everything you need to know! 💙
Booking your first Disney cruise is a lot to get your head around. Disney Cruise Line does things differently from other cruise lines, and the same questions come up again and again from first-time sailors. Here are the most common ones, with honest answers.
Read more: Common questions asked by first time Disney Cruise Sailors
If you've ever sailed with Disney Cruise Line, congratulations — you're already a member of the Castaway Club, whether you knew it or not. It's Disney's free loyalty program for past passengers, and it quietly rewards you with perks that make every future sailing a little smoother and a little more magical. Oh and did.I mention that as a Castaway Club member you also get goodies in your stateroom on Embarkation day.
Read more: How Disney's Castaway Club Works: A Loyal Cruiser's Guide
