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How Embarkation Works on Disney Cruise Line

January 26, 2026 by Tatiana 2 Comments

Embarkation day is the very first day of your vacation! Security, a muster drill, unpacking, booking reservations, meeting the crew, a deck party and a wonderful trip is ahead of you. I will guide you from pre-boarding all the way through dinner so you can learn what to expect on embarkation day and tips for how to maximize your day….

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Very Merrytime Disney Cruise: Experience the Magic of the Holidays

December 7, 2025 by Tatiana Leave a Comment

My merriest vacations are on a cruise ship. And no cruise line does merry quite like Disney. When you visit the theme parks over the holidays, you know how much detail goes into decorating those parks. Now imagine it on a more personal scale. The ship becomes your home for the duration of your vacation. Imagine getting Disney to come and decorate for you in your actual home. That would be incredible, right? That is how it feels to sail on a Merrytime Cruise. As if you get to live inside a Christmas card for a few days or weeks, if you’re lucky!…

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Disney Wonder Dining Guide: What is Included and What to Expect

August 28, 2025 by Tatiana

Disney Wonder dining guide title with images of a latte, lobster tail and sushi shaped like mickey mouseThere are plenty of delicious food options aboard the Disney Wonder! Disney caters to all tastes, diets and allergies. This is a guide for each food location included in the purchase of your cruise, a sample of their offerings and perhaps, lesser-known options first-time cruisers may be unaware of. I will then guide you through what is not included in the price of your vacation and how to save money on these ala carte options….

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Is a Mediterranean Cruise Worth the Hype?

August 14, 2025 by Tatiana

Plaza De EspanaIs a Mediterranean cruise a good itinerary or completely overrated and not worth the premium cruise lines charge for these destinations? It all depends on what you are looking for. If you want to luxuriate at lunch to experience Italy’s world-renowned food, see the beautiful sites, pop into shops and stroll around a museum, the answer is no….

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Sailing the Panama Canal

August 7, 2025 by Tatiana

It is a warm night. There is a gentle breeze coming from the surrounding ocean. You’re lying in a lounge chair on the top deck of a cruise ship, sipping a warm hot chocolate and it is the third night of a Pirates of the Caribbean movie marathon. As you watch the third installment, you can’t help but smile because what better way to enjoy this franchise than sailing on the ocean. You’re heading to South America, and you are still only at the midpoint of your vacation. A week is ending, and you have another glorious week ahead of you. This is the magic of sailing on Disney Cruise Line’s Panama Canal Itinerary….

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