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10 Things Nobody Tells You About Disney Cruises!

FamGoTravel | Unofficial DCL Mom
FamGoTravel | Unofficial DCL Mom
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πŸ‘οΈ 54K viewsπŸ“… 10 months ago⏱️ 18:08
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm a mom of four who's been on 17 plus Disney cruises.

Your room key is something that you're not going to get at the port.

One of the ways we save money on Disney cruises is we get Disney gift cards from Sam's Club and you can get them from Target.

You don't have to do it all. And not only do you not have to do it all, no one's going to tell you that you can do nothing on a Disney cruise and have an amazing time.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Bring magic bands for adults to use as room keys and payment on the ship.
βœ“Use Disney gift cards from Sam's Club or Target to save money on onboard expenses.
βœ“Know the rules about free food on classic and newer Disney ships.
βœ“Do not save pool seats if you are not in the pool.
βœ“Avoid rope drop culture unless something is very important to you.
βœ“Use the Disney Navigator app for schedules and information.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Overwhelmed by door decorations and activities. β€” Understand that magnets, baskets, and fish extenders are for fun and gift swaps, but participation is optional.
Uncertainty about free vs. paid food. β€” Follow the rules: if it's out in the open, rotational dining, no price tag, or no menu, it's likely free.
Pool rules for kids in swim diapers. β€” Kids in swim diapers can only be in splash pads, not pools, for safety and health standards.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the key things nobody tells you about Disney cruises?
QHow do you handle room keys and payment on a Disney cruise?
QWhere is the free food on Disney ships?
QWhat are the pool rules on Disney cruises?
QHow can you avoid rope drop culture?

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YouTube Video Description↓

Get ready for your Disney Cruise! As a mom of four, with extensive Disney cruise experience, I'm sharing the most important things others don't mention, from the Key to the World card to where the free food is and more. These Disney Cruise tips for families will ensure your family has a smoother cruise embarkation day and help you avoid first time cruise mistakes on your Disney vacation! And yes, I'm aware there's two 3's- enjoy the bonus tip!! Time Stamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:20 1. Key to the World Card & Magic Bands 3:11 2. Money & Gift Cards 4:30 3. Doors- Magnets, Fish Extenders, Pixie Dusting 7:23 3b. Paid vs Free Food- Room Service, Popcorn, Cafes 10:12 4. Pools- Swim Diapers, Splash Pads, & Saving Seats 11:38 5. Rope Drop Culture 12:54 6. Disney Navigator App 13:32 7. The Internet & What's App 14:45 8. Special Meet & Greets 15:29 9. Spending Extra Money 17:16 10. Doing it all Learn about important changes Disney Cruise Line, especially regarding the room tour and how embarkation day tips have evolved! This family friendly advice will prepare you for your cruise and help you avoid first time cruise mistakes. β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬ πŸ—‚οΈ I built a free app to keep all your cruise planning in one place β€” packing lists, port schedules, reminders and more. Download FamGo at https://famgo.travel β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬ I'm Sara, your Unofficial Disney Cruise Line Mom. We've cruised over 100 days, and now travel with our 4 kids β€” including one with Down syndrome β€” sharing the real-life side of Disney cruising as a big, interabled family. No fluff, no filters, and definitely no gatekeeping. πŸ’™ Subscribe for honest Disney Cruise vlogs, accessibility tips, and family travel behind the scenes β€” new videos each week! β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬β–¬ Important Links: Download FamGo free: https://famgo.travel If you want help planning your cruise: https://www.piratesandprincessestravel.com/request-a-quote Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@FamGoTravel?sub_confirmation=1 My Amazon Storefront: http://bit.ly/45SSwWD My Instagram: https://instagram.com/famgotravel #disneycruise #dclmom