Are you traveling on a Disney Cruise soon? If so, I have an amazing tool for you to use. Whether you are traveling with young children or traveling with a special needs child that needs to be frontloaded, Disney Cruise Line came out with a “My Disney Cruise Adventure Booklet” that will surely get your little one excited to cruise.
The downloadable booklet is so cute and it has tons of information to prepare your little one for their magic on the seas.
We know that children with special needs often respond better to visual supports rather than auditory so these booklets are genius for frontloading your child on what ship they’re sailing on, what they need to pack, transportation to the port, checking in at the terminal and so much more.
We’re Checking In
What I love most about these booklets, is that it truly takes you step by step through everything you will experience. There are also great “parent tips” on each page of the booklet.
At the beginning of the booklet your children can learn all about the checking in process. How they will go through security, obtain their “key to the world” cards, and get ready to board. All of these activities can be nerve-wrecking for a child let alone a special needs child. So it so awesome that Disney provides resources like this so we can prepare.
Assembly Drill
Okay! I am not going to lie, this is my least favorite part of the Disney Cruise even though it is to ensure our safety. The muster drill is to ensure that guests know what to do in case of an emergency. There are many announcements and then there are seven short horn blasts followed by one long horn blast. To many children it is uncomfortable. But it is nice to know that it is coming and again preparation is the key!
Meet your dining crew
One of my absolute favorite parts of sailing with Disney Cruise Line is the rotational dining experience and the fact that your serving team follows you to each restaurant throughout your cruise.
By the end of the sailing, they’re not just “your servers” anymore. You truly get to know them, hear about their families and home countries, laugh with them every night at dinner, and build such genuine connections along the way. Honestly, saying goodbye at the end of the cruise is always one of the hardest parts for me because they really do start to feel like family.
That’s why I thought it was SO sweet that the Disney Cruise Adventure Booklet even includes a page dedicated to helping kids get to know their serving team. It encourages children to interact, learn their names, and become familiar with the people who will be helping take care of them throughout the voyage.
It’s little thoughtful details like this that make Disney Cruise Line feel so different and so personal.
On deck activites for everyone
Another one of my favorite sections in the booklet, honestly they’re ALL so thoughtfully done, is the Deck Activities page.
This section gives children a fun preview of all the excitement waiting for them onboard and helps them start visualizing what their days at sea may look like. Disney Cruise Line highlights things like the sports deck, Funnel Vision movies, deck parties, pools, waterslides, and other onboard activities throughout the ship.
And of course, Pirate Night is always our family’s favorite 😂🏴☠️
I especially love this page because for many children, knowing what activities are available ahead of time can help build excitement while also reducing uncertainty and anxiety once onboard. It gives them the opportunity to become familiar with the environment before they even step foot on the ship, which can make such a difference for kids who thrive on routine and predictability.
Preparation is key
As you can see, Disney Cruise Line did not hold back on their booklet. They understand that even though vacations are exciting, the unknown can be a little scary. They wanted to make sure that children (& parents) are prepared for everything. Disney truly maximizes your experience by providing a step by step guide like this.
Along with this guide, there are many things you need to know about your Disney Cruise. If you are interested in sailing on a Disney Cruise with your family, I would absolutely be honored to help you and your family plan a magical vacation on the seas. Please fill out my quote request form below! I cannot wait to see where you will adventure to.
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Are you ready to set sail? Click the link below to download Disney Cruise Line’s Adventure Booklet!
