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Forced to Do This on a Disney Cruise?! | First Time Cruiser Tips & Surprises

FamGoTravel | Unofficial DCL Mom
FamGoTravel | Unofficial DCL Mom
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👁️ 2K views📅 6 months ago⏱️ 10:06
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Creator's Key Takeaways

After 19 cruises, I've noticed a few things that catch first-time cruisers offguard, and I want to share them with you.

They force you to attend a muster drill. There is nothing else on the ship that you are mandated to attend except for the drill.

They are going to force you to wash your hands. And that might feel weird because no one else anywhere else is going to hand you wipes or look at you and wait for you to wash your hands.

No one is going to tell you this, but food is not available 24/7 outside of room service.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Tip the porters when they handle your luggage.
Attend the mandatory muster drill on time to avoid delaying others.
Wash your hands every time you enter a restaurant or use hand sanitizer on the pool deck.
Check food service times as meals are not available 24/7.
Pack wisely since shops have limited items and are not open 24/7.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Mandatory muster drillShow up on time; it's for your own good and to avoid delaying others.
Hand washing enforcementComply with hand washing requests to prevent illness spread.
Limited food hoursCheck schedules and plan meals accordingly since food isn't available 24/7.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are surprising things first-time Disney cruisers might encounter?
QWhat is mandatory on a Disney cruise?
QHow does the payment system work on board?

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You’re forced to do what on a Disney Cruise?! 😳 If you’re a first time cruise on Disney Cruise Line, get ready, there are a few things that might totally catch you off guard. After 19 Disney Cruises, I’ve seen it all; and I’m breaking down the top things that surprise first-time Disney cruisers, including what you’re actually required to do onboard. From the mandatory muster drill to hand-washing rules, limited food hours, and why your luggage “magically” appears in your room, this video covers everything no one tells you before you board. 🛳️ Here’s what we’ll cover: 0:00 Introduction 00:15 The porters take your luggage 01:12 Housekeeping comes twice a day (yes, twice!) 02:22 The mandatory muster drill 03:38 Why they ask your name when you board (it’s a Disney thing!) 04:05 You’ll be asked to wash your hands constantly 05:47 Food isn’t available 24/7 outside of room service 06:27 Ship stores have limited hours and items 07:17 You might gain weight (the food is that good) 07:45 There’s always maintenance happening onboard 08:35 You don’t need a wallet 💬 Let’s chat: What surprised you the most on your first Disney Cruise? Drop it in the comments below! ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ☀️ I’m Sara — your Unofficial Disney Cruise Line Mom. We’ve cruised over 100 days, and now travel with our 4 kids — including one with Down syndrome — sharing the real-life side of Disney cruising as a big, interabled family. No fluff, no filters, and definitely no gatekeeping. 💛 Subscribe for honest Disney Cruise vlogs, accessibility tips, and family travel behind the scenes — new videos twice a week! ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Important Links: If you want help with planning your own cruise: https://www.piratesandprincessestravel.com/request-a-quote Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@FamGoTravel?sub_confirmation=1 My Amazon Storefront where you'll find all my Disney Cruise Favorites: http://bit.ly/45SSwWD My Instagram: instagram.com/adventures_with__sara Disclosure: This channel and video is not affiliated with or endorsed by Disney Cruise Line. All opinions are my own. #disneycruise #dclmom #DisneyCruiseTips #DisneyCruiseLine #FirstTimeCruiser #DisneyWish #DisneyFantasy #DisneyCruiseAdvice #DisneyCruiseVlog #CruiseTips