This Is What We Pack in Our Bag on Arrival Day on a Disney Cruise

Before you embrace the fun and relaxation of a Disney Cruise, you need to prepare yourself for Embarkation day!

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Packing for a Disney Cruise is significantly different than packing for a vacation to the Disney Parks — and if you’re a newbie sailor, you could be a bit confused as to what you NEED to bring. DON’T WORRY! We’re Disney Cruise pros, and we’ve got plenty of tips — including what you should pack in your bags for arrival day at the cruise ship!

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Bringing sunscreen with you on a cruise is a given, but you’ll definitely want this accessory during your first day.

The Solar Buddies Sunscreen Applicator is available in many different colors on Amazon and is a great accessory on arrival day. While your room is getting ready, you might want to explore the ship’s deck and pools, and this applicator allows you to fill it with the sunscreen that best suits your skin type and apply it via a roller ball. There’s also a sponge that helps smooth the application. It’s easily cleaned and reusable, making it more than useful for the duration of your trip.

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While your room is getting ready, you may want to take a dip in the pool — so check out this bathing suit!

The Blooming Jelly Women’s One-Piece Swimsuit is available in several different colors and sizes on Amazon and comes in handy if a pool day is your main priority when you board the ship.

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Keeps your medicine organized with this essential.

This Pill Organizer includes color-coded sticker icons and enough compartments to plan for a 7-day vacation. As it may take a minute to get to your medicine, packing a pill organizer like this in your carry-on is crucial.

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Don’t forget sunglasses!

While you’re packing bulky essentials, it’s easy to overlook smaller items like sunglasses. These Breaksun Retro Sunglasses blend cat eye with an oval style and offer 100% UV 400 protection.

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Speaking of sun protection, we’re fans of the FURTALK Sun Hat!

This hat offers full-face and neck coverage and even blocks harmful rays while maintaining airflow through the ponytail opening. It also includes an adjustable hook and loop closure with a detachable chin strap to ensure a secure fit.

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If you suffer from motion sickness, make sure you have some Non-Drowsy Dramamine handy.

These capsules can be a lifesaver on a cruise, so if you need ’em, make sure they’re packed in a bag that’ll be accessible all day.

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For international cruises, you’re gonna need a passport!

This Passport Holder makes sure your passport is safe and secure while giving you a little bit of stylish flair. Pick one up in your favorite color on Amazon!

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Finally, this is a Disney Cruise after all, so add some Disney magic to your outfit! Or these could make a fun gift for other cruise guests or Cast Members!!

This Scrunchie Ears 6-Pack is available in several different varieties on Amazon — all of which contain sequined bows and color schemes on the ears and scrunchie that are themed after beloved Disney characters!

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Which Disney Cruise essentials are you definitely packing for your first day on this ship? Let us know in the comments, and continue to follow us here at AllEars for more cruise tips!