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10 Things We Know About the Disney Treasure
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10 Things We Know About the Disney Treasure

We finally got the news we’ve been waiting for! Disney Treasure details! We don’t know everything yet, there are some exciting announcements still to come, but here’s what we know so far!

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How to Save Money on a Disney Cruise
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How to Save Money on a Disney Cruise

Disney Cruises are expensive! So let me give you some advice on keeping the costs as low as you can. Here are 10 of the best ways to save money on your Disney Cruise!

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Adventures by Disney River Cruising
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Adventures by Disney River Cruising

Are you considering a Disney Cruise in Europe, but looking for a new Disney experience? Then it’s time to learn about Adventures by Disney River Cruises, on the best ways to explore Europe with Disney!

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Disney Cruise Line Group Cruises
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Disney Cruise Line Group Cruises

If you’re sailing with a large party on your vacation – whether a family reunion, business trip, or simply gathering friends together – then you might want to consider booking a group cruise as group cruises can offer incentives to booking as a group or joining an existing group cruise.

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Disney Cruise to Alaska – Why I’m Going for a Third Time
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Disney Cruise to Alaska – Why I’m Going for a Third Time

Have you ever considered sailing to Alaska during the Summer on Disney Cruise Line? Yes, I know it sounds backwards, but Summer is the most amazing time to visit the “Last Frontier”, and there’s no better way to see it all than from a Disney Cruise.

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What’s Included in a Disney Cruise?
Rachel Rising Rachel Rising

What’s Included in a Disney Cruise?

If you’re thinking about planning your first ever Disney Cruise, then you’re probably wondering how Disney Cruises compare to the parks (for more on that comparison watch Disney Cruises vs Walt Disney World) and what Disney Cruises include that make them so magical and so worth it. In this blog, we’ll talk about what’s included in your Disney, what’s not included in a Disney Cruise, what additional costs come with a Disney Cruise, and share some pro tips from all our years sailing with Disney.

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Adults Love Disney Cruise Line – Let Me Tell You Why!
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Adults Love Disney Cruise Line – Let Me Tell You Why!

When considering a Disney Cruise for your next vacation, many might think – it’s Disney, it’s only for kids. This, in fact, is not the case! If you’re wondering if Disney Cruises are fun for adults, the answer is YES!

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Very Merrytime Disney Cruises – Worth it?
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Very Merrytime Disney Cruises – Worth it?

Can you imagine a more perfect setting for the most wonderful time of the year than a Disney Cruise? Disney Cruise Line’s holiday sailings, better known as the Very Merrytime cruises, bring the holidays to life onboard Disney ships. Filled with special guests, decorations, and events, these cruises will certainly have you feeling merry from the moment you step onboard. We’ll be discussing what’s different about these sailings compared to other Disney Cruises, comparing these sailings to the Halloween on the High Seas sailings, and answering the question we see the most in the Disney Cruise Line Community – are Very Merrytime Cruises worth it?

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Back-to-Back Disney Cruises: Everything You Need to Know
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Back-to-Back Disney Cruises: Everything You Need to Know

What is a back-to-back Disney Cruise? It’s a vacation where you would complete two sailings one right after the other. We spoke with Laura Greco, of Fairytale Journeys by Laura, who answered our members’ questions on back-to-back Disney Cruises like why you should consider a back-to-back Disney Cruise, how to book a back-to-back Disney Cruise, do you keep the same stateroom, and so much more!

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Can I Bring Alcohol on a Disney Cruise?
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Can I Bring Alcohol on a Disney Cruise?

Disney Cruise Line’s alcohol policy is something we regularly see questions about in our Community. Can I bring alcohol on a Disney Cruise? If I can, is there a limit? What if I don’t drink alcohol, do I still have options? We put all our frequently asked alcohol related questions and answers in this post!

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Top Tips to Have the Best Disney Cruise
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Top Tips to Have the Best Disney Cruise

If you’re looking to plan your very first Disney Cruise, you’re probably wondering if there are any tips or tricks or must-do things when you’re planning your Disney Cruise. You wouldn’t be alone! This is one of the most asked questions we see in the Disney Cruise Line Community. We asked thousands of Disney Cruisers what their top tips were for first time cruisers, and here are the most popular top 15 tips!

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The Spa on a Disney Cruise
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The Spa on a Disney Cruise

Have you ever tried out the spas on a Disney Cruise? If not, be prepared to be amazed! All the ships (The Magic, Wonder, Dream, Fantasy and Wish) have a spa called Senses Spa and Salon run by Steiner Leisure. This blog post tells you all about the spa experience on a Disney Cruise!

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Ultimate Disney Cruise Line Packing List
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Ultimate Disney Cruise Line Packing List

You booked your Disney Cruise and it’s officially in sight! You’ve been counting down for days, weeks, months, maybe even years. But before you head to the airport or pack the car, you have to pack your bags. Packing for a Disney Cruise, while not unlike packing for any vacation, can be made so much easier with a Disney Cruise Checklist.

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Why Use A Travel Agent To Book A Disney Cruise
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Why Use A Travel Agent To Book A Disney Cruise

Your vacation should be everything you want it to be – relaxing, adventurous, a chance to unplug. But the one thing it shouldn’t be is stressful. So many questions. Endless information. The possibilities are endless. So, where do you begin? My number one tip for first time Disney Cruisers (outside of joining our Community for free) is to work with a Disney Travel Agent. Now you might be thinking that you have planned many vacations for your family, your friends, and maybe even your job in the past so why bother having an agent this time around when you’re more than capable? Then we’re two peas in a pod! I thought the same thing for years. Sure, you could book directly through Disney all on your own or through a third-party, but what I’ve learned in all my years of cruising with Disney (started in 1999) is that you’re leaving a lot of value on the table. If you’re wondering why this is my number one tip for Disney Cruisers, you’re in the right place!

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Packing List: The Items You’re Not Thinking About
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Packing List: The Items You’re Not Thinking About

You’ve packed the important things like clothes, electronic chargers, medications, and a whole lot of excitement. But what are those things that expert Disney Cruise Line vacationers know better than to board a Disney ship without? This article will share some items you might not be thinking about as you pack for your upcoming Disney Cruise.

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Hotel Recommendations For A Disney Cruise
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Hotel Recommendations For A Disney Cruise

For those of us who do not live close enough to a port city, what are the best hotels to stay at before or after a Disney Cruise? This question is asked frequently in our community, so we thought we would put together a quick list for you to reference. While there are tons of options for your pre- or post-cruise stay, here a list of the top recommendations from our members.

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Which Disney Cruise Line Ship Is The Best?
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Which Disney Cruise Line Ship Is The Best?

One of the most common questions we find new cruisers ask is, “Which Disney Cruise Line Ship is the best”? If you’re looking to discover which Disney Cruise Line ship is best for you and your family, this will help you understand the similarities, differences, and questions to ask yourself as you begin planning.

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What To Do On Castaway Cay
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What To Do On Castaway Cay

If your Disney Cruise Line vacation includes a visit to Disney’s Private Island, Castaway Cay, then you’re in for a real treat. This island brings all the goodness onboard the Disney Cruise Line ships to a tropical paradise in the Bahamas. If you’re wondering what are the must-do things to do on Castaway Cay, you’re in the right place.

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