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Embark on a spook-tacular adventure with Disney Cruise Line and their Halloween on the High Seas! This unique celebration transforms select Disney cruise itineraries into a haunted wonderland filled with eerie entertainment, ghoulishly delightful activities, and magical moments for the whole family. Whether you're a fan of all things spooky or just looking for a fun and festive way to celebrate Halloween, a Halloween on the High Seas cruise promises to be an unforgettable experience. Guests can expect to experience some frightfully fun entertainment and activities onboard during these spooky sailings. Halloween activities and offerings are subject to change and vary by ship and itinerary, but no matter what the offerings, there is sure to a sweet activity for you to enjoy. Some of the onboard fun may include: Mickey’s Mouse-Querade Party : Join Mickey and friends for a lively costume party featuring games, dancing, and plenty of candy. This family-friendly event is perfect for gues...

Carnival Cruise Line ships offer many free activities for guests to enjoy during their vacation, especially on sea days. While cruising with my family, I check the app for fun, free activities we can do to stay busy together. Here are some fun and free activities that we enjoy when cruising on Carnival: 1. Mini-golf Available on all Carnival ships! We especially enjoy it at night! It can get windy up there, so go after main dining time while the ship is still moving slowly. The ship typically decreases speed during dinner time. Another great time to get in a game is right when you get onboard and the ship is still docked. 2. Get competitive Check out which table games your ship offers. We have found giant chess, giant shuffleboard, foosball, and pool on the outdoor decks. We have played Battleship, Dominoes and shuffleboard indoors in the pub and the library. Challenge one another in a game of basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, or pickleball up on the sports deck. Games will vary by s...

Avast me hearties! It's a pirate life for guests on select Disney Cruise Line itineraries that feature Pirate Night! Brush up on your pirate lingo and don your favorite eye patch as we take a deep dive into all the swashbuckling fun that's offered onboard.  It’s a Pirate’s Life for You! Enjoy trivia, games and meet-and-greets with characters dressed in their finest pirate attire on Pirate Night. There's a treasure trove of activities available throughout Pirate Night so be sure to check your Disney Cruise Line Navigator app while on board the ship to see all that the night has to offer.  The Youth Clubs will also have fun activities for the kids and don't forget to take a picture of your own pirate crew with Mickey and friends! Get a Pirate Makeover On Pirate Night, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique transforms into the Pirates League. Channel your inner pirate with your own timber-shivering transformation. There are three packages to choose from. You can go for the full youth Pi...

I knew our first Disney Cruise would be awesome, but didn't expect to be so  impressed with every aspect of the cruise. From the magnificent cuisine, to the Broadway-style shows, to the amazing customer service, Disney is truly unbeatable when it comes to family cruising. There are many, many cruise planning sites, blogs, and tips out there to sift through, (which I did my due diligence reading in preparation for my own trip) including the wonderful articles here on the Kingdom Konsultant Blog. But, actually experiencing it, taught me so much more. Here are the things I wish I knew, but didn't on my first Disney Cruise: Arrival Day Advice If you want to pay with Disney Gift Cards or Disney Visa Rewards, first thing you should do onboard is go to guest services to put them on file for charges if you didn't already add your credit card to your stateroom when you completed your online check-in. Oh! and make sure you know your pin #!   Traveling with small children? A...

On a ship as large as Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas, there is no shortage of things to do.  In fact, you likely won't be able to do it all in one trip!  One of our favorite ways to take a break from the hustle and bustle of some of the busier activities on the ship is to do a beverage tasting class.  We did Wines Around the World and had a great time!  This activity does come with a fee and should be scheduled in advance. The class was held in a small section of the main dining room, so it was really nice to get to see the area without the crowds of dinnertime.  The tables were set with wine glasses, information and snacks.  We had several agents and guests doing this experience together, and we were able to sit at one large table all together.  We were guided through the wine tasting and had a great time learning and tasting new varieties of wine!   Wine varieties can vary by ship and region, so you can repeat this experience on sev...

If you've ever brought up a Disney Cruise to those who aren't in the know, I bet you've heard the all too familiar phrase "Aren't there kids everywhere?!" So today I wanted to share with you my top five reasons why I love Disney Cruising WITHOUT kids!  I've personally taken three Disney Cruises and have my fourth one coming up, but none of these trips include kiddos.  People look at me like I'm a bit nuts when I tell them this, since they equate the cruise line with fun loving children everywhere.  (Don't get me wrong, DCL is absolutely fantastic for kids too!) But they truly have something for everyone.  All the photos in this post are from my recent cruise on the Disney Magic (Mediterranean itinerary) but you should be able to find something similar on any of the ships in Disney's fleet! 5. See a Show Disney Cruise Line has some of the best entertainment in the industry with their Broadway-caliber performances and fantastic on-board ent...