In no particular order, here are some things I make sure to bring with me on every Disney Cruise:
* Dollar bills for tips. I don't carry a lot of cash (I use my debit or credit card for 99% of my purchases) and so before I cruise I make sure and get between $15-20 in dollar bills. They are handy for tipping the porters who handle your bags at the port, as well as for room service. Room service is free but it's still a nice thing to tip the cast member who brings it to you. I typically tip about $1-2 for each room service call for one person.
* A Tervis cup (or any cup with a lid). There are self-serve soda, coffee, tea and hot chocolate stations on the upper decks of the ship, near the pools and Cabanas. They do have cups there for your use but they are very small. I like to bring my own Tervis cup from home (or buy one as a souvenir on the ship!) and then fill that up, so I need to make fewer trips to the drink station. They do ask that you still use one of the paper cups to fill yours, rather than place your cup right up to the dispenser.
It's also nice to bring your own cup if you've brought your own beverages (wine, alcohol, etc) onboard and want to enjoy a glass in your stateroom.
* Magnets to decorate my door. As I posted on my Pre-Trip report a few days ago, I like to decorate my cabin door as soon as I get access to my room. I make sure to pack the magnets in my carry on bag, so I can personalize my door! It's not only a cute way to personalize your room, it's also a practical way of remembering which room is yours - all those stateroom doors like the same after a while!
Some I buy on Etsy, and others I make myself. Just be sure to use magnets, and not tape, glue or anything that will stick to the door. Otherwise, you'l have a nasty charge on your onboard account to repair the door!
Share with the class - what are your favorite extra items to bring on a cruise?
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