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Disney Cruise Line Essentials
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items We basically could be stranded on Gilligan’s Island and we would thrive! 😂 I watched all the tiktoks and YouTubes and I bought all the things. Here is everything I packed plus the kitchen sink!
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Disney Cruise Line
Pharmacy Bag
Disney Pre-Approved items
Organization
Seasick Meds
Surviving The Sun
Disney Cruise Line
You get what you pay for and I’m really not sure how any line will ever compare to DCL. It’s been incredible. And I’m just saying we are not Disney people, have no idea about characters or movies and have only ever been to the magic park maybe 20 yea...
Ok this is something that even shocks me! I whole heartedly, absolutely recommend the Disney Cruise Line. 🚢 We took our kids and grandkids and it was amazing. Each family had a veranda room. This vacation checked a lot of boxes like their own space...
Disney Treasure
Wonderful adult space with outdoor lounge, hot tubs and lounge beds. I would recommend getting a massage and enjoying a morning or afternoon instead of the week long pass that many will recommend. We purchased the pass and only used it one time for 3...
Senses Spa & Salon - Disney Cruise Line
Incredible Michelin Star French Restaurant that is truly once in a lifetime experience that is Beauty & The Beast theme.
Enchanté, an Adult-Exclusive Restaurant | Disney Cruise Line
We absolutely loved Palo! We ate here twice while on the treasure. Once for a delicious dinner and once for lunch. It’s an incredible Italian restaurant
Palo Steakhouse Restaurant | Disney Cruise Line
👏👏👏👏 INCREDIBLE! Such a fantastic Broadway style show. It had won awards for a reason and is a absolute must see if you do not see anything else!
Disney Treasure's 'The Tale of Moana' Stage Show
So fun! Be sure to heart the pre-sale and bingo games on the app. They are a lot of fun and while they do cost money, you can win thousands! We won back what it cost to play.
Disney Treasure Bingo
Disney really does try and give very affordable options. Every day there is a Drink Of The Day and they are so yummy! Also they are only about $5 a day. This was a great site that helped me plan.
DCL Drink Of The Day
Pharmacy Bag
I like the idea of being prepared for anything and not needing to go to medical.
Jon Hart large travel case makes the perfect pharmacy kit! So easy to clean and very durable.
Large Travel Kit | STACH & CO.
So if you want a no fuss pack with just a few options these are great!
Essential Travel Medicine Kit, TSA Approved
If you don’t want to buy the travel size these bags are really great for using what you have.
Pill Bags for Travel 540 Pack - BPA Free 3x2.75in
We have several who have ear issues so with all the water activities, I wanted to be sure we had what we needed.
NAVEH PHARMA Dry Ears Swimmers Ear Drops
You will need bug spray on port days!
Off! Clean Feel Picaridin Insect Repellent 6oz
I think it’s important to have a little bit of everything.
Tylenol Extra Strength 500mg Caplets, 10 ct
Anything could go wrong and you could need a safety pin lol
Huhuhero 160Pcs Nickel Plated Safety Pins
Personally I like being prepared and I really do not want to go to medical.
Ultra Single-Use Thermometers, 12-Pack
Pepto for upset stomach
Pepto Bismol Cherry Chewable Tablets, 12 ct
Mini bottles are perfect. I only took one but it was all we needed.
MaxTite 99.9% Isopropyl Alcohol Spray 2pk
Mini bottle is the perfect size for the pharmacy bag.
Biopure 3% H2O2 6oz Spray 2-Pack
Liquid gels for body pain
Advil Liqui-Gels Minis Ibuprofen 200mg, 8ct
I like these. I only take one and it helps put me to sleep and rest well. I also don’t feel hung over the next morning. I’m super sensitive to sleep meds so it’s not going to be great for everyone.
OLLY Sleep Gummy 3mg Melatonin, 60 Ct
For the pharmacy bag for allergy relief
Benadryl Ultratabs 25mg Allergy Relief, 24ct
For the pharmacy bag. Gas x when you feel bloated
Gas-X Extra Strength Chewable Gas Relief 18ct
I got a few of these just incase. I wanted to have so that we could test privately and quarantine to our cabin or get a jet home from a port if need be.
iHealth COVID-19 Flu A&B 3-in-1 Rapid Test
These are the best. They are actually waterproof and don’t come off even with tennis shoes
BAND-AID Sterile Tough Strips, Extra Large, 10 ct
NyQuil/DayQuil just incase
Vicks DayQuil & NyQuil Severe Cold 24 Ct
Prepared for heartburn for the pharmacy bag
Prilosec OTC Omeprazole 20mg, 14 Tabs
A nurse recommended this and if you have ever experienced this type pain, then you know it’s a good idea lol.
AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength, 24 Tabs
Good idea for bug bites or whatever.
Cortizone-10 Max Strength Itch Relief Cream 2oz
The max strength is typically the best for us. During the spring you never know what’s in bloom where so I look to add to the pharmacy bag.
Mucinex Fast-Max Day & Night Cold & Flu 24ct
A great option for cold and flu. With having our family on board I wanted to have excess.
Tylenol Cold + Flu Severe Day & Night 24ct
A staple for scraps or cuts.
Neosporin Original Triple Antibiotic Ointment .5oz
I like having double duty ear care, especially with all the swimming.
Lipo-Flavonoid Ear Ache Relief 4% Lidocaine
Being sunburnt is so miserable. This is great to add to the pharmacy bag for some relief. Be sure it’s the lidocaine version
Solarcaine Aloe Sunburn Relief Spray 4% Lidocaine
Great burn gel but you really need to draw the burn out first or the gel will seal it in.
Alocane Max Burn Gel 4% Lidocaine 4oz
Disney Pre-Approved items
If you have dietary restrictions or medication needs you can work with Disney to pre-approve a cooler and special items.
Disney has to pre-approve a cooler (12x12x12) for dietary or medication needs but this one has amazing! It’s the perfect size and has kept my ice packs frozen for two days.
Hydro Flask 12L Insulated Cooler Bag
The one and only milk substitute I cannot live without and need every day.
Oatmilk Barista Edition
The best most high power portable blender you will find. Must be pre-approved.
Ninja Blast Portable Blender, 18oz, Vanilla
Organization
I think it’s important to be very organized on a cruise. The cabins are pretty small so everything has to have a home.
I’m obsessed with these. I have a dietary restriction and I used them to pack our snacks in to keep them from getting crushed.
6 Pack Clear Hard Shell Zipper Organizer Cases
This was accepted for Disney and we were both able to use it since there were plenty of ports.
Fast Charger 6 Port GaN USB C 100W Hub
Anything magnetic is helpful. I liked this for the bathroom to keep toothbrush / toothpaste off the small counter.
Magnetic Toothbrush Holder for Cruise 2025
There were honestly plenty of shelves but we took two just incase and they were nice to have just to use.
Magnetic Spice Rack for Refrigerator, White (4 Pack)
I really liked these magnets. They are heavy duty and we used them for hanging our travel fan from above by the ac unit. It did get a little warm during the night. I also used on the veranda to let things dry on hanger. I would do two but face toward...
LOVIMAG Magnetic Hooks 50lbs Heavy Duty 5pcs
Magnets are pretty helpful on cruises since the walls are metal. We used a few of these to put by the door for our lanyards and to put up ball caps
LOVIMAG Strong Magnetic Hooks 30lbs - 25 Pack
These are great! We used two of them for outfits we were wearing the night of and to spray with wrinkle release.
Magnetic Hooks 150Lb Black - 3Pcs
You absolutely need the lanyard. Will make your life so much easier. I tried the magnet phone wallet but it just not the same and more difficult. You need to be hands free.
Disney Aristocats Marie Breakaway Lanyard ID
😂 marty wore this and was actually thankful for it. I also got him a MagSafe wallet and he put on his phone but he never used it. We left our phones a lot in the room and honestly it was so nice.
Disney 85927 Mickey & Gang Blue Lanyard
These plastic luggage tags are great. The paper tags could very easily come off and then bags would be lost so i highly recommend having these
Cruise On Disney Cruise Luggage Tag Holders (4) & Lanyards (2) - Waterproof ID Holders
Seasick Meds
There is nothing worse than being seasick! It’s awful. But be sure and do research because I know if you take multiple ones it can make you sick, switching out the patches can make you sick and basically it’s all just touchy.
Seasickness meds is a must! This is a good natural resource to start with and hope it works
Nausea Relief Inhaler - Fast, Natural, Drug-Free (2)
Motion sickness patch. A lot of people love these but I think they are very easy to overdose on. Just do your own research
MQ Motion Sickness Patch, 10 Count, Non Drowsy, Waterproof, 72H
Extra bands just incase someone in our group needs them.
Motion Sickness Bands for Adults & Kids
Must have, non-negotiable for a cruise and even after. It absolutely helps with motion sickness and it even helped once off the boat when I still felt like I was moving. It doesn’t completely take it away but improves everything and keeps you from be...
Reliefband
Bonine.
Bonine MAX Chewable 50mg Meclizine - 16ct
Surviving The Sun
This is my go-to collection for long sun days: trusted sunscreens, easy reapplication must-haves, and all the after-sun essentials to soothe, hydrate, and bring your skin back to life.
Smells delicious and is reef friendly.
Hawaiian Tropic SPF 30 Sunscreen Lotion 6oz Twin
I really like using the lotion as the first base and then throughout the day using the spray to reapply for protection!
Hawaiian Tropic Weightless Hydration SPF 30 Spray 6oz Twin Pack
The absolute best! Perfect for keeping your skin healthy and hydrated after being in the sun.
Hawaiian Tropic After Sun Body Butter 8oz
Really nourishing
O'Keeffe's Lip Repair SPF 35 Balm Stick
If you are going on a tropical cruise and plan on snorkeling or anything like that for a port adventure then i highly recommend.
WOWENY Women Rash Guard Long Sleeve UPF50
Helps protect from the sun and dangerous marine life!
Safe Sea Anti Jellyfish Lotion, Non-Toxic, Waterproof
First you need to draw the heat of with cold towel or shower but then put this on there and it will be brown. Put in the fridge for a nice chill
Maui Island Secret Burn to Brown 8 Oz
Beach Bag Essentials
A good beach bag is less about what you pack and more about how effortlessly the day unfolds once you’re there. This is my go-to mix of essentials that keeps everything feeling easy, organized, and just a little elevated
Amazing bag! Thick and well made and super strong.
Jelly Tote Bag
Stop it, how cute is this daisy plush? And it makes such a cute bag plush. A tip that I learned is to use a hair tie an attach the character like it’s wearing a backpack.
Disney Junior Mickey Mouse Plush Daisy Duck Toy
A great way to keep your phone dry and easy to use under the water snorkeling.
Waterproof Floating Pouch
Hard shell cases great for snacks and sunscreen! I cannot recommend enough.
Clear Hard Shell Zipper Toiletry & Makeup Bag
The only sun screen that is safe for my sensitive skin. I’ve tried everything and it’s the best.
Sun Bum Original SPF 30 Body Lotion 8oz
The best extra battery life there is. Perfect for port or beach days.
FuelRod Portable Charger Kit - 2 Pack, All Cables & Adapters
Greats non toxic option for jellyfish protection while in the ocean.
Safe Sea Anti Jellyfish Lotion, Non-Toxic, Waterproof
Great mist bottle for chilled water or hair detangle spray.
6.8OZ Purple Spray Bottle for Hair & Plants
I highly recommend just buying a good set. The ones you can rent are gross and have a oder. Plus after a couple of rentals you could have just purchased your own.
CRESSI Wide View Snorkel Mask & Dry Snorkel
I started Remarkably Bright Creatures wanting more of the octopus pov at first, and the shifting between characters took a little getting used to. But once everything started to connect, the story really came together in a meaningful way.
It’s actua...
Remarkably Bright Creatures Audiobook by Shelby Van Pelt
Chill wet towel for hot days. This is a must if you have a husband that over heats or if you have hot flashes!
FROGG TOGGS Chilly Pad Cooling Towel 33x13
Even though there are hand wash stations at every restaurant and sanitizer wipes of stations it’s nice to have this bag one. I used it multiple times on excursions and on the boat.
Touchland & Disney Hand Sanitizer Mist Case
Cabin Essentials
I want my accommodation to have all the comforts of home. This is my must-have lineup to make any stay feel easy and just right.
Highly recommend and the battery lasted the entire week while on the cruise. I also love how sleek they are and that they are motion sensor.
2 Pack Magnetic Motion Sensor Night Light - Rechargeable
Obviously to keep the water closet smelling fresh! I love this scent. Fresh coconut! Smells good and doesn’t just mask it.
Poo-Pourri Pocket Toilet Spray, Beach Bum, 1oz
We loved this fan! It’s nice to travel with. Has a carrying case and a remote. And holds a good charge. There is a loop on the back and we actually hung with magnetic hooks next to the AC vent over the bed.
Venty Fan Rechargeable & Portable Fan - 48-Hour Battery Life
Must have drink carrier for anyone with a family.
CarryAround Fold Away Cup Carrier - Black, UK
Cruise Cleaning Essentials
I’m ridiculous I know but I don’t care. Giving myself every chance to be healthy and happy to have a good time! Maybe it’s in my head but our cabin always seemed so fresh and clean.
GermGuardian GG1000 Small UVC Air Purifier
If you think about it too long you will be disgusted about your toothbrush. I saw Niki clean with this and knew it had to be legit!
Bril UV-C Toothbrush Sanitizer & Travel Case
Counter cleaning wipes that are really nice to have.
Volcano Surface Wipes
Travel pack for Clorox wipes, very nice to have for travel.
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes To Go, Fresh Scent, 9 Count
Perfect little size bottle that has enough in it for about 4 loads
Tide Small Bottle
Must have and had enough for about 4 mini loads on the ship.
Downy Unstopables In-Wash Scent Booster, 1.37 oz.
Mini size Lysol
Lysol To Go Disinfectant Spray, Crisp Linen, 1.5 oz
Pixie Dust Gifts
On Facebook find your cruise day page and join the fish extender / pixie dust groups. It’s a great way to meet friends and make gifts with the kids to gift to others! This is usually one of the highlights. We joined a group and instead of doing gifts...
PICNIC TIME Disney Mickey Silhouette Tote
I gifted this coco cookbook after we had dinner at coco to one of the kids who are homeschooled and into cooking. Love the cookbook gifts!
Coco: The Official Cookbook
I got this for the baby for after pirate night! So super cute.
Disney Baby Pirate Stitch Plush with Little Scrump
This was one of my favorite gifts I made for the boys. I had color changing spoons from the shop so I added these sprinkles and customer drippy baseball initial tags. Sadly one of our boys had his stolen before he got out of his FE.
AC Sweetshop Disney Inside Out Sprinkle Mix 3 Pack
You can custom make order or just buy an Amazon fish extender but I would highly recommend’ it’s a huge part of the Disney cruise experience.
Cruise On Fish Extender Disney Cruise 3-Pocket Organizer
lol I think these are so cute! I made thank you cards for the staff to use for daily tips and used these to clip the money onto the card.
20 Pack Mouse Head Paper Clips for Documents
Good size Disney lego ship! I have this to the boys with a copy of the Aladdin golden book with a note inside. So cute and something they will have forever.
DCL Cruise Ship Kit | Fish Extender Gift
Sweet little book I got for the boys for the Disney treasure cruise since it’s Aladdin themed.
Aladdin (Disney Aladdin) (Little Golden Book)
Resources
Soon as you book, be sure to download the DCL app. Once you register your cruise booking you will see a countdown and then all kinds of ship information in addition to booking port adventures, childcare if too young for kids club and onboard adult on...
App Store
I’m very Type A and I wanted to know everything. This family vlogs their cruise experiences and provides so many details. Great resource.
Our Z Roll
Over the top and everything you could possibly imagine. By far the most detailed account of everything! Can be a lot lol
DISNEY TREASURE CRUISE - 2025
Disney Pirate Night
Great mens pirate outfit. Thin but not awful.
Mens Pirates Cosplay Costume Jack Outfit
Great mens pirate hat, nice quality.
L'VOW Adult Pirate Colonial Tricorn Hat
Awesome wig that really sales the whole get up.
Pirate Captain Costume Wig with Bandana & Beads (Brown)
Super nice and really pretty pirate hat! Perfect!
Pirate Steampunk Hat Women with Feather Lace
I added a skull brooch and attached to my bet for a purse. Leather and layers and chains is what make the pirate costume look legit.
HiiFeuer Vintage Medieval Faux Leather Pouch
Must have! Literally makes the outfit
Gold Pirate Waist Chain Belt with Coins