Taking a Disney cruise? This free printable packing list will help you stay organized.
A Disney cruise is a delight for the whole family. What you choose to bring on board can help you make the most of your family vacation. Think about how you want to spend your time on board and what experiences you would like to include in your agenda.
Helpful tips and dos and don’ts
- Dos and Don’ts for embarkation day: Make sure you arrive at the port and are ready to have fun from minute one. Make sure you know what to pack in your carry-on bag so you can start enjoying the boat even before your luggage reaches your stateroom. For example, if you choose an early boarding time, it helps to have your swimsuits and pool gear, including goggles and sunscreen, so you can enjoy the pool deck before you even set sail.
- Dos and Don’ts for Dinner on a Disney Cruise: Make the most of your meals on board. There is no “formal night” on a Disney cruise, but passengers tend to dress smartly for dinner at the main restaurants. For adults, a typical look is a men’s suit or shirt and tie; dresses / skirts or dress pants for women; polo shirts or the like for children; and coordinated dresses or outfits for girls. On “pirate night,” many passengers wear the role, and on any given night young children are often seen in costumes of their favorite Disney characters. If you plan to dine at either (or perhaps both) of the wonderful adult-only specialty restaurants, you’ll want to dress in a notch or two: suits for men and semi-formal dresses for women.
- Insider Disney Cruise Hacks Spotted on Pinterest: Pinterest is full of ideas for making first-time cruises feel like veterans and includes optional take-out items that can make your cruise go smoother. Find out why, for example, magnets and clothespins are useful extras to keep with you.
- Inexpensive DIY Disney Souvenirs ideas will spark your imagination to include permanent markers among your must-haves. You can easily turn affordable dollar store items into personalized souvenirs with the help of special Disney friends on the cruise.
- If you are sailing during a special event, such as Halloween on the high seas or Very Merrytime Cruises during the holiday season, you may want to pack special seasonal items or costumes for some of the special events and parties.
- Finally, don’t forget your smartphone. Download Disney’s handy Navigator app before boarding to stay up-to-date on events, meals and activities happening on the ship. You can even communicate with family members through the app without using additional data.
