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The Unseen & Hidden Costs of Disney Cruises

FamGoTravel | Unofficial DCL Mom
FamGoTravel | Unofficial DCL Mom
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👁️ 1K views📅 7 months ago⏱️ 10:35
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Veteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

Is this cruise all-inclusive? Is this price the total price I have to pay and that's it? Well, it's not, and we're going to talk about it.

Everything at the theater costs money. There's nothing free at the theater.

The included tips are $16 per person per day. Does not matter the age.

It is unbelievable how much these excursions cost. They could cost more than the cruise itself.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Plan for mandatory tipping at $16 per person per day
Budget for drink tastings which range from $45 to $100 per person
Consider booking excursions outside of Disney to save money
Expect to pay 18% gratuity on adult dining and spa services
Know that room service delivery requires a $1-2 tip

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Unexpected costs adding upUse the budget tool to plan ahead and avoid surprises
Not knowing what is truly includedUnderstand that only basic drinks and main dining are included; most extras cost money

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs a Disney Cruise all-inclusive?
QWhat are the hidden costs on Disney Cruise Line?
QHow much should I budget for extras on a Disney Cruise?
QWhat is not included in the base Disney Cruise price?

Topics Covered

Dining Room Service1 Sad BaconDining Bars Drinks2 Sad BaconEntertainment Shows4 Sad BaconEntertainment Activities1½ Sad BaconKids Family1½ Sad BaconSpa Fitness2½ Sad BaconValue Pricing3½ Sad BaconExcursions3 Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Alaska2 Sad Bacon
Top: Alaska excursions
Bahamas1 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Unseen & Hidden Costs of Disney Cruises If you want access to my Disney Cruise Budget Tool: https://stan.store/dclmom/p/get-my-disney-cruise-budget-now 🚢 Thinking your Disney Cruise is all-inclusive? Think again! In this video, we reveal the unseen & hidden costs on Disney Cruise Line in 2025—from small surprise fees like snacks, drinks & room service tips to bigger expenses like adult dining, spa services, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, souvenirs, gratuities, and shore excursions. ⏰ Timestamps: 0:00 Hidden Costs on Disney Cruise 0:52 Small Costs 4:05 Large Costs 💡 Learn what’s NOT included, how to budget for a Disney Cruise, and ways to save money while keeping the magic. Tipping Guide: https://stan.store/dclmom/p/get-my-disney-cruise-tipping-guide-now #DisneyCruise #DisneyCruiseTips #DisneyCruise2025 #DCLMom ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ☀️ 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