We booked our Disney cruise pretty last minute, and one thing we kept seeing over and over in our research was the Disney cruise food. People either swear it’s magical or claim it’s totally overrated. And since we’ve done Disney dining at Aulani and even Tokyo Disney, we were curious, does the food on a Disney cruise actually live up to the hype?

Amanda has cruised with Carnival before, and we recently did the Margaritaville Heroes Sail Free cruise too, so we had a solid baseline for comparison. But Disney Cruise Line is a different world, and we wanted to know how it stacks up.

After sailing with Disney for two weeks straight, here’s the honest breakdown: what’s worth trying, what surprised us, and the Disney cruise dishes you absolutely shouldn’t skip.

Let’s dive into whether you’ll love it, hate it, or end up somewhere in between.

Disney Cruise Food: Is It Really Good?

When you’re serving massive amounts of food every day, it’s tough to keep every single dish perfect and everyone’s taste buds are different. If you’ve ever worked in a restaurant, you already know that pleasing every person is nearly impossible.

So here’s our honest Disney cruise food review after two weeks onboard: the food is good, often really good, and sometimes surprisingly great… but not every dish hits a perfect 10. Think of the overall quality as a solid 3.75/4 out of 5. Not quite a four, but very close.

Breakfast, lunch spots like Cabanas Buffet and Tiana’s Place, and your rotational dining rooms all serve food that’s on par with other major cruise lines. If you’ve never cruised before, think of it like your favorite mom-and-pop restaurant at home, whether that’s BBQ, seafood, or Mexican, where most dishes hit, but a few are just okay.

Some examples from our sailing:

• The jambalaya one night? Meh.
• The lamb shank? Really good.
• And the gyros from Boiler Bites? Total curveball, seasoned well, flavorful, and shockingly delicious for a quick-service spot.

This brings us to the real answer to the question: Is Disney cruise food good?

Yes , when you know what to expect.

Each dining location is designed with a different purpose:

• Rotational dining → plated, themed, elevated
• Boiler Bites & Pinocchio’s Pizzeria → quick, convenient, not gourmet
• Cabanas Buffet → built for volume, not fine dining

When you judge each area for what it is (instead of comparing everything to Palo), the whole food experience makes a lot more sense and honestly, you enjoy it way more. It’s a logarithmic scale: Boiler Bites and Palo aren’t even in the same category. Both grow on the same “tree,” but they’re apples and oranges.

Free Disney Cruise Food You Don’t Want to Miss

If you want the full breakdown of all the freebies onboard (including the underrated ones!), check out our full blog post: Disney Cruise Tips and Tricks: Free Stuff You Don’t Want to Miss.

One of the biggest questions people have is: is Disney cruise food free?

For the most part, yes. All rotational dining rooms, buffets, quick-service spots, room service basics, and snacks are included. The only exception is specialty dining, which I’ll explain later in this post.

Here’s a list of the free Disney cruise food included that you absolutely don’t want to skip:

Soda Fountains & Water Refill Stations

The soda fountains are in different spots depending on your ship. On the Wonder, they’re located near Cabanas on the port side. You’ll find Coca-Cola products (Coke, Sprite, Minute Maid), tea, coffee, and hot water all day long.

Filtered water refill stations are scattered around the ship, once you learn where they are, grabbing cold water is easy.

Free Pastries at Cove Café

This one surprised us, and hardly anyone talks about it. At Cove Café in the adults-only area, the pastries and muffins are totally free, even if you don’t buy a drink.

We tested the theory by walking in just for pastries one morning… and yep, zero charge. The treats are really good and honestly worth a stop, even if you skip the lattes.

Edible straws

Signals Bar in the adult area offers edible straws with certain drinks, which is both adorable and delicious. The chocolate and coffee flavors were our favorites. The kids thought it was the coolest thing ever.

Mickey Bars: Room Service Only

The iconic Mickey Bars are a big deal in the Disney cruise world. Parents even brag about ordering them after their kids go to sleep, it’s a whole thing in the WhatsApp groups.

You can request them at dinner or through room service. For the record:

• They’re cute
• They melt fast
• They’re not as good as Magnum bars (facts)
• They make great photos

But yes, they’re included if they are available. 

Ice Cream Machines

Eye Scream Treats (on the Wonder) was open for most of the day, from late morning until after dinner. Always check the Navigator App for exact times.

They even had gluten-free cones on request, though the regular cones ran out occasionally. If that happens, grab a cup from the drink station and a spoon from any food counter. Easy fix.

Our ship rotated these flavors throughout the cruise:

• Mango
• Mint
• Strawberry
• Blueberry
• Banana
• Pineapple (aka Dole Whip!)
• Chocolate
• Vanilla

One machine was always dedicated to vanilla + chocolate, while the second machine changed flavors daily. It felt like a magical little surprise every time.

Cabanas Buffet Treats You Can’t Miss

Being first-time Disney cruisers, we had no clue about the “special items”. But thanks to WhatsApp groups and other guests, we learned the secrets.

Churro waffles were the most hyped item, and we only saw them three time on our 16-night cruise. On a shorter sailing, you might only get one chance, and per our research it is usually on the last day. 

Honest take?

They’re cute, fun, and photogenic… but more like cinnamon-sugar waffles than true churros. A novelty item, not a must-eat, unless you love the vibe.

What you should grab, though?

The Sticky Toffee Date Cake with caramel sauce. t’s lowkey one of the best desserts on the buffet, especially if you pair it with soft-serve ice cream. Don’t sleep on this one.

Beignets: Ship-Dependent

On the Wonder, we got beignets once at Tiana’s Place and when they’re gone, they’re gone. They’re also available for purchase in the French Quarter Lounge.

If you’ve had real New Orleans beignets or have been to Rocky Mountain Beignets in Colorado, these won’t compare, but they’re still a fun treat. Without WhatsApp chatter, we never would’ve known they were offered and during what night during dinner Tianna’s Place. 

Evening Turn-Down: Dove chocolates

Disney partners with Dove to give every guest a nightly chocolate on their pillow, along with adorable towel animals from your cabin host. We were usually too full to eat them at night.

Pro Hack: Drop them into your morning coffee for a free mocha. Add creamer from the drink station and you’ve got a budget-friendly coffee treat. 

Disney Cruise Desserts Worth the Hype

Disney cruise desserts have a cult following and honestly, we get it. Whether you’ve got a serious sweet tooth or you’re just trying the iconic treats for the vibes, there’s a dessert (or… five) worth grabbing every single day.

From nostalgic snacks to ship-exclusive creations, here are the desserts Disney cruise food is most famous for and which ones actually live up to the hype.

Mickey Bars

The most iconic dessert Disney cruise food item, hands down. Mickey Bars are basically a rite of passage. They’re cute, they’re fun, and they’re the perfect prop for your poolside photos.

You can order them through room service or even ask for one during your rotational dining. And if you’re craving them after the cruise, Target sells the at-home version, though nothing hits quite like enjoying one at sea.

Churro Waffles

These only appear once or twice during your sailing, so don’t sleep in and miss them!

They’re exactly what they sound like, waffles dusted in cinnamon sugar, and while they don’t have the classic churro crunch, they’re still a fun breakfast treat.

Pair them with:

• Nutella
• Caramel sauce
• Butter
• Fruit spreads

Just be warned: your sugar levels may skyrocket, but the joy is worth it.

Soft Serve Ice Cream

One of the unsung heroes of ice cream dessert Disney cruise food.

The soft-serve machines are open most of the day and rotate flavors you won’t find on most cruise lines. Think:

• Mango
• Mint
• Blueberry
• Banana
• Strawberry
• Pineapple (aka DOLE WHIP!)
• Vanilla
• Chocolate

Audrey approved pretty much all of them, and the pineapple flavor absolutely scratches the Dole Whip itch.

Cove Café Pastries

Cove Café is the hidden gem of Disney cruise desserts. The drinks cost extra, but the pastries are totally free and they taste like bakery-style treats you’d get on land.

We tried one of everything (in the name of research 😉):

• The cranberry bar was surprisingly delicious
• The muffins were perfectly balanced and not overly sweet

If you want something a little more “grown-up dessert” and less “theme park sugar bomb,” this is the place.

Pirate Night Desserts

Do. Not. Miss. Pirate. Night.

These themed desserts only happen once per sailing, and honestly… they were some of our favorites of the entire cruise.

Here’s what you need to try:

• Pirate’s Treasure Sundae
  • A mix of rum & raisin ice cream, pineapple, whipped cream, and a crispy Florentine shard. It tastes like a tropical vacation in a bowl.
• Rum-Soaked Chocolate Cake
  • It was shockingly good, rich, moist, and way better than we expected.
• Bounty Fruit Cobbler
  • Warm peaches topped with vanilla ice cream… pure comfort dessert energy.

If you’re a dessert lover, Pirate Night is the moment to go all in. Grab extras. Zero regrets.

Quick-Service Disney Cruise Food Spots You’ll Love

The quick-service Disney cruise food on the Disney Wonder is mostly centered around the family pool on Deck 9, and it’s your go-to spot for fast meals, snacks, and mid-day refuels.

Every ship is laid out a little differently, but the idea is the same: convenient food stations that keep everyone fed between swimming, sunbathing, and character meet-and-greets.

Just remember, these spots aren’t trying to be fine dining. They’re here to keep your blood sugar up and your Disney magic flowing.

Pinocchio’s Pizzeria

Poolside Disney pizza? Exactly what you’d expect. It’s salty, cheesy, and absolutely perfect for kids (and tired adults).

Pinocchio’s stays open late, usually until 11 p.m. or midnight, making it the ideal late-night snack stop after the shows.

Pete’s Boiler Bites

Pete’s Boiler Bites shocked us in the best way. One night we skipped our dining rotation to hang with friends in the hot tub, and grabbed burgers here instead. They were fresh, hot, and honestly delicious.

What you’ll find at Pete’s:

• Burgers
• Chicken nuggets
• Hot dogs
• Fresh toppings (lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions)
• All your favorite sauces
• French fries
• Gyros, the sleeper hit! We didn’t expect much, but they were flavorful and surprisingly good.

If you’re craving easy comfort food, this is the spot.

Daisy’s De-Lites

This is the lighter, fresher quick-service option. If you want something that won’t weigh you down before the pool or before dinner, grab:

• Salads
• Wraps
• Fruit cups
• Grain bowls (varies by sailing)

Perfect for a quick reset between meals.

Preludes

Headed into a show and need snacks? This is where you’ll find:

• Popcorn (including limited-edition popcorn buckets)
• Candy
• Cookies
• Bottled and canned drinks

Those collectible popcorn buckets sell out fast, so if you see one you want… buy it immediately.

Disney Cruise Ship Restaurants: Full Breakdown

We sailed the Disney Wonder from Hawaii to Sydney, and honestly, I had no idea what to expect when it came to the Disney cruise ship restaurants. We’re a pretty flexible family, like, we’re the type who will happily eat MREs (chili mac forever ✌🏼) if we need to. So we went in with an open mind and realistic expectations.

Here’s my biggest piece of advice:

If something on the menu looks good, order it. If it’s not your vibe, no stress, enjoy the moment and the whole dining experience.

I didn’t walk away with one “favorite” restaurant or a single standout dish. Every night was a mixed bag depending on what we ordered, what mood we were in, and honestly, who was cooking that night. I eat a ton of fish and veggies and loved a lot of the vegetarian meals, but food is so personal.

A lot of blogs will tell you what you “have to order,” but we don’t roll like that. We’ve followed so many hyped-up recommendations in our travels, and they miss way more than they hit. So instead of telling you what’s best, I’m going to tell you the vibe, the experience, and what you might actually want to know before sailing.

Let’s break down the Disney cruise line restaurants you’ll experience in rotational dining.

Animator’s Palate

Animator’s Palate is the one restaurant experience you absolutely cannot skip. Every guest draws a little character on a sheet of paper, and at the end of dinner… your drawing comes to life on the screens.

It’s magical, it’s adorable, and it only happens once per sailing, so don’t miss this night.

The menu is solid, but the show is what makes this restaurant truly special.

Tiana’s Place

Tiana’s Place brings the New Orleans energy. Live music, a party vibe, and on some itineraries (like ours), Pirate Night happens here, which made the whole place feel extra fun.

Food-wise, it was hit or miss. The jambalaya? 1 out of 5. It tasted more like tomato sauce + sausage, and I had high expectations. But the prawns? Loved them. Beignets? Only served one night. If you miss them, that’s it.

Lunch Tip: Tiana’s also serves lunch and honestly, it was one of our best lunches on the ship. If you want a break from the Cabanas buffet and the poolside grab-and-go spots, come here. Less chaos, great burgers, better atmosphere.

Triton’s

Triton’s feels like classic, upscale Disney dining. Think “Little Mermaid” elegance with American–French fusion dishes.

This is where you’ll see a cute little show with Mickey and friends, don’t skip it.

They also serve table-service breakfast, which we loved and chose almost every day. It’s quieter than Cabanas, it’s earlier on port days, and it gives you that calm, relaxing start to the morning that you will become to love. 

Palo: Adults Only

Everyone online hypes Palo, the ambiance, the food, the views, the whole adults-only dining experience. We walked through on disembarkation day, and yes, it looks gorgeous with the open kitchen and those floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the stern.

But here’s the honest truth:

Is it worth the $150–$200 dinner for two?

For us… no.

And it’s not because Palo isn’t good. It’s because we’ve eaten some of the best food in the world, in places where the dish is authentic, rooted in culture, and made exactly the way it should be. Mexico, Japan, French Polynesia… once you’ve had the “real” version of certain foods, like true jambalaya in New Orleans or traditional Japanese dishes in Tokyo, it’s hard for anything else to compare.

So when we sat down and asked ourselves,

“Will this $200 dinner even come close to the food memories we already have?”

The answer was probably not.

And that’s really the core of it.

The rotational dining on Disney cruises is already fusion-heavy and not always true to the original style of the dish, so paying extra for a fancier version of something we weren’t obsessed with in the main dining rooms just didn’t make sense for our family.

But that doesn’t mean it’s not worth it for someone else. If you love fine dining, want adults-only escape vibes, and get excited about a curated multi-course experience, Palo might absolutely be your thing.

If you’re picky, prefer traditional flavors, or have already eaten some of the world’s best dishes in their home countries, then honestly… save your money and spend it somewhere that will truly blow your mind.

Disney Cruise Dining Rotation: How It Works

This is one of the coolest parts of Disney Cruise Line dining, and honestly, it makes your life so much easier after the first couple of nights. Disney uses a dining rotation system, which means you’ll cycle through different restaurants, but your serving team comes with you. That’s where the magic really happens.

By night two or three, your servers feel like your best friends. They learn your quirks, your drink order, your kid’s favorite dessert, and whether you want a Diet Coke already waiting on the table. They even change outfits based on the restaurant theme, which is such a fun touch. And if you forget where you’re supposed to be eating, just check the Navigator app, your full Disney cruise dining rotation is right there.

One thing many first-time cruisers don’t know: you can sometimes request dishes from other restaurants. If you loved a steak or dessert from Triton’s? Your server may be able to bring it to you, even if you’re dining somewhere else that night. That level of service is part of why people rave about Disney dining.

Disney Cruise Dining Times: Early vs. Late

Our sailing offered two dining time slots:

Early Dining:

Starts around 5:45 PM, and they flip the dining room around 7:45 PM. We chose this one because we’re early risers and don’t love eating super late.

Late Dining:

Begins at 8:15 PM and usually ends around 9:30–10:00 PM.

It’s harder to switch from late → early, so choose wisely when you book.

Whichever dining time you choose, just know the rotation system is super streamlined:

• You rotate through all the themed restaurants
• Your servers stay with you
• You can request menu changes or special dishes
• Dining times fill quickly, book early

It’s truly one of the best parts of the whole culinary experience onboard.

Disney Cruise Food Menus: What to Expect Each Night

One thing Disney absolutely nails is the overall dining experience. We boarded the ship as early as possible and were instantly impressed by the embarkation day food options.

You can literally walk onboard and head straight into lunch. Depending on your ship, you’ll see choices like Triton’s, Cabanas, Daisy’s De-Lites, Pete’s Boiler Bites, and of course, the soft-serve ice cream machines already gathering a line.

Our first official dinner was at Animator’s Palate, and right away we noticed how immersive each restaurant feels. Every dining room has its own theme, ambiance, and a rotating Disney Cruise food menu that changes daily.

The categories stay the same: appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, vegetarian options, allergy-friendly dishes, and desserts. The actual menu items shift night to night.

Here’s what you can expect across the Disney Cruise dining menus:

Bread Service

Dinner always starts with a selection of bread, different rolls, grains, and spreads like butter or pâté. It changes slightly depending on the evening.

Starters, Appetizers & Tapas

Every night features a few seafood-focused appetizers alongside other small plates. The jambalaya at Tiana’s Place looked promising… but it didn’t live up to our expectations. On the bright side, several seafood starters were surprisingly good.

Soups

You’ll usually see two soups offered. We tried several, including a heavily fish-forward one that only I ended up enjoying. Other options included tortilla soup and French onion soup.

Salads

Salads are a strong category on Disney Cruise dining menus. Our favorites were:

• Caprese salad
• Shrimp salad
• Classic iceberg wedge

Always fresh, always tasty.

Main Entrées

The entrée selection is where Disney really shines. We never had a night where nothing sounded good. Some of our biggest hits:

• Roasted lamb shank
• Seared sea bass (cooked beautifully almost every night)
• Beef pot roast, Amanda ordered this more than once because it was that good

Out of 16 nights, I only had one fish dish that was on the dry side, pretty impressive odds.

Vegetarian & Gluten-Free Options

I tried the vegetarian dishes a few times, mostly the Indian-inspired plates with chickpeas, spices, and rice. They were flavorful, filling, and a great lighter option when you want a break from heavier entrées.

Disney is very good with dietary needs: gluten-free, dairy-free, and allergy-friendly dishes are clearly marked.

Desserts

Here’s where my dessert-lover heart broke a little. Disney Cruise desserts are good, but the menus were definitely missing those classic comfort-food favorites I grew up with. No pecan pie, no brownies, no magic bars, no true chocolate cake moment, and not even a chocolate peanut butter bar in sight.

And trust me… I’m serious about chocolate cake.

The best one I’ve ever had was in Bali, Indonesia (random, I know), and another was on a river boat where the onboard cook filled the center with homemade raspberry jam. So yes… the bar is high over here.

With that said, I still ordered a sundae almost every night. It became my little tradition, and our server caught on fast, he’d slide that dessert menu my way with a grin before I even asked. Most flavors were solid, and even the ones I didn’t totally love were still edible.

And if you’re reading this, Disney… can we get some down-home comfort-food love in the future? A little pecan pie or a proper chocolate cake would change lives out here.

Drinks

After dinner, you can grab coffee to take with you to the nightly Broadway-style show, an evening swim, or even a shuffleboard match. They’ll happily bring you espresso drinks too.

Pirate Night Menu

Pirate Night is the dinner everyone talks about and the hype is real. The themed Pirate Night menu brought out some of our favorite dishes of the entire sailing. The energy in the dining room is unmatched, and dressing up makes it ten times more fun.

Embarkation Day Lunch Options

Just highlighting again, because so many first-time cruisers don’t realize this, the moment you board, you can head to:

• Triton’s (sit-down lunch)
• Cabanas buffet
• Daisy’s De-Lites
• Boiler Bites
• Soft-serve ice cream machines

It’s the perfect warm-up round before diving into the nightly Disney Cruise dining rotation.

Best Breakfast and Buffet Options on a Disney Cruise

Triton’s: The Best Breakfast on a Disney Cruise, IMO

If you’re wondering where to find the best breakfast on a Disney cruise, Triton’s easily takes the crown for us. The menu is smaller than the big breakfast buffet at Cabanas, but everything is made fresh, plated beautifully, and the service just feels next-level.

We loved the slower pace, the quiet atmosphere, and honestly… being waited on in the morning is such a vibe. Some days we went to Triton’s purely to hang out with our dinner servers again. They became such a sweet part of our routine. Collin even did magic tricks for the kids, which made breakfast feel way more special than a quick grab-and-go.

Cabanas Breakfast Buffet

The breakfast buffet at Cabanas is perfect when you want something quick and easy. It’s a classic cruise-style spread, and depending on your ship you might see everything from:

• British-style options (bangers/sausages, beans, fried eggs, toast)
• White rice
• Bacon
• Fire-roasted tomatoes
• Pancakes and waffles
• Yogurt, fruit, pastries, and more

There are two buffet lines, so it doesn’t matter which entrance you walk into, they mirror each other.

And yes… this is where you’ll find the Mickey churro waffles.

They only appeared three times on our 16-night cruise, and we caught them once by pure luck. They’re not your classic crunchy churro, ours were more like cinnamon-sugar waffles without the crisp, but they’re cute, fun, and 100% worth trying for the experience alone. Try them and message me your verdict.

Disney Cruise Food Allergies: What You Should Know

Disney takes food allergies seriously, like really seriously. They do not want anyone ending up in the ship’s medical center, and you can tell by how careful and consistent their procedures are.

At every single meal, our servers asked about allergies. But if you or your kids have any allergies or sensitivities, always speak up. Let your serving team know on Day 1, remind them if needed, and definitely mention it at quick-service spots, too. Even the grab-and-go locations usually have alternative items tucked away that aren’t openly displayed.

Gluten-Free Disney Cruise Food Options

If you’re looking for gluten free Disney cruise food, there are plenty of options at every dining location. Menus clearly mark what’s GF, but your server can also guide you through off-menu choices or substitutions they can make in the kitchen.

One detail we didn’t know before sailing:

The soft-serve ice cream machines offer gluten-free cones, but you have to ask a cast member. They’re not left out in the open with the regular cones, so if this is important to you, definitely request one.

Overall, Disney is one of the better cruise lines for allergy-friendly dining. Just communicate early and often, and you’ll be taken care of.

The Best Adult-Only Dining on Disney Cruise Line

If you’re craving a quiet dinner without the kids, or you just want a more elevated dining experience, Disney’s adult-only restaurants are where the culinary magic levels up. These spots are designed to feel special: slower pace, refined menus, beautiful plating, the whole romantic-night-out vibe. 

Here’s where you’ll find them:

• Enchanté by Chef Arnaud Lallement – Disney Wish, Disney Destiny, Disney Treasure
• Palo – Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy
• Palo Steakhouse – Disney Wish, Disney Treasure, Disney Destiny
• Palo Trattoria – Disney Adventure
• Remy – Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy

Each restaurant has its own signature dishes, mood, and style and a lot of people absolutely love them. Honestly? They probably are amazing.

But here’s why we skipped it.

We’ve been spoiled with some of the best food of our lives in Japan, Mexico, and across the U.S. Like, nothing Disney could serve is going to hit the way that the Kyoto skirt steak at Pound did. Or the Oaxacan mole that Hector made us in Puerto Peñasco, that man ruined us in the best way possible. 

Once you’ve had food on that level, it’s really hard to justify the $150–$200 dinner for two onboard, especially when the rotational dining food is already pretty good and included.

We even had a Palo reservation for our wedding anniversary… and gave it up.

Call us crazy, but we didn’t want to pay extra just to walk away comparing it to everything we’ve eaten around the world. And if it didn’t live up to the hype? We would’ve been sad and annoyed, not exactly romantic anniversary vibes.

So here’s our honest take:

If fine dining is your thing, absolutely go.

If you’re picky, easily disappointed, or spoiled by international food like we are… you might be perfectly happy sticking with the rotational restaurants.

Pro tip: If you’re staying in the Walt Disney Suite on the Disney Wonder, you can actually order Palo dishes to your room. So if you want your kids to try something from the adult-only menus without booking a whole dinner, this is the move.

Is Disney Cruise Food Worth the Price?

Overall, Disney really does a solid job with the food, especially when you remember they’re feeding thousands of people at once. The selection is wide, the cooking techniques are good, and most dishes are tasty and well-presented for the premium price you’re paying to sail with Disney.

Some of the hype items (looking at you, churro waffles 👀) didn’t totally land for us, but there were plenty of surprises and consistently good meals across the ship. And where Disney really shines is the care they put into allergies and dietary needs. If you’re gluten-free or navigating food restrictions, the level of attention is a huge sigh of relief for parents and honestly worth applauding.

Is the Disney cruise food really worth it?

For the convenience, the service, the themed dining, and the overall experience, yes.

Is every single dish life-changing? No. But most of it is good, some of it is great, and all of it makes the magic a little sweeter.

Planning a Disney Cruise Line Vacation?

If you’re deep in Disney Cruise planning mode (or just starting to dream), we’ve put together a full library of Disney Cruise Line guides to help you plan smarter, save money, and know what to expect before you sail.

Here are a few helpful reads to check out next 👇

Disney Cruise Planning Guides

These are best if you’re still deciding what to book or how to budget and plan.

• Disney Cruise Military Discount: Rates, Deals & Tips
• Disney Repositioning Cruise: The Secret Way to Cruise Longer for Less
• Disney Cruise vs Disney World: Which Is Better for Your Family?
• Disney Wonder Cruise: The Classic Ship Everyone Forgets
• Disney Cruise Concierge: The Ins and Outs Explained
• An Honest Disney Cruise Review for Teens by a Teen
• How to get Free Wifi on Disney Cruise Line Tips

Disney Cruise Tips for First-Time Cruisers

These are helpful once you’ve booked and are getting ready to sail.

• Disney Cruise Tips and Tricks: Advice for First Time Cruisers
• Disney Cruise Tips and Tricks: Free Stuff You Don’t Want to Miss
• Disney Cruise Packing List: Must Haves You Can’t Skip
• Disney Cruise Food Worth the Hype: What You Should Really Try
• Disney Cruise Door Decorations: Ideas, Rules & Free Printables

If this is your first Disney cruise, start with the first time Cruisers section. If you’re still deciding whether Disney cruising is worth it, the Planning Guides will help you narrow things down fast.