Pool Decks and Pixie Dust
Family Cruise Tips with a Touch of Magic
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Exploring Disney Cruise Line, one pool deck at a time
Welcome aboard! I’m Christie, and I created Pool Decks & Pixie Dust to help families bring a little extra magic to their days at sea. Whether you’re planning your very first Disney cruise or you’ve sailed enough times to know exactly when they serve Mickey churro waffles, this is your spot to feel inspired, prepared, and excited.
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Recent Posts
- Why Choose Disney Cruise Line
- Disney Cruise Planning Guide for First-Timers
- Getting to Port Canaveral For Your Disney Cruise
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Pool Decks and Pixie Dust Lingo
DCL — Disney Cruise Line
PAT — Port Arrival Time
Cast Member — A Disney Cruise Line employee
MCO — Orlando International Airport
Key to the World Card — Stateroom key, onboard charge card, and official ID
Navigator App — Used to view schedules, manage plans, communicate onboard, and access essential cruise information
From the Blog
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Embarkation Day Secrets: Start Your Disney Cruise Like a Pro
The day you set sail on your Disney Cruise (otherwise known as Embarkation Day) has arrived! After months of planning, packing, and keeping excited kids from bouncing off the walls, this is the day you finally step on board and let the Disney magic take over. But don’t let that anticipation turn to stress as…
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Top 10 Best Disney Cruise Line Hacks
There are a lot of Disney Cruise Line tips floating around out there. I think by now most people know that room service is included and available 24/7. But do you know about some of the secret items that you can get from room service that are not necessarily on the menu? Keep reading to…
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How To Save Money On Your Disney Cruise
There’s nothing quite like stepping onto a Disney ship- that first whiff of ocean air, characters waving to you from the grand hall balconies, and your kids plotting how soon they can get up to the soft serve machine. But to be honest, as magical as Disney cruises are, they’re also a big investment for…
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Getting to Port Canaveral For Your Disney Cruise
Learn how to simplify your Disney Cruise embarkation by flying into MCO early, overnighting at the Hyatt Regency inside the airport, and letting Disney Cruise Line handle your luggage and bus transfer to Port Canaveral.
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Disney Cruise Planning Guide for First-Timers
Disney Cruise first-timers often don’t know where to start- and that’s completely normal. If you’ve never cruised before, the idea of planning one can feel overwhelming. With this Disney Cruise Line Planning Guide for First-Timers you are in the right place! The learning curve to plan our first cruise was steep and it took a…
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Why Choose Disney Cruise Line?
From Broadway-caliber entertainment to pristine pool decks and a private island paradise, Disney Cruise Line delivers a one-of-a-kind family experience where every detail is designed to delight. Discover why it’s worth every penny.