Melanie Renee

Melanie Renee is a photographer, writer, designer and mom. Visiting Disney destinations since 2010, she is also an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner. When she's not creating her next coffee recipe, or designing apparel at Polka Dot Pixie Shop, she's seeking beautiful sunsets and planning her next trip

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Sailing on a Disney Cruise out of New York City

If you’re a Disney Cruise Line fan, no doubt you’ve seen pictures of the boarding process for their most common port, Port Canaveral.  The big Mickey that you walk through to get on board, the character ops while you’re waiting,…

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Disney Cruise Packing Checklist and Printable

You’re getting ready for your Disney Cruise, but what should you pack? Packing for a Disney Cruise requires a little more planning, but it doesn’t have to be hard! In this post, we share what to pack for a Disney…

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Ideas for Disney Cruise Door Decorations

One of the best tips we can give you when going on a Disney Cruise is to decorate your stateroom door! Not only does it make your door super cute, but it will also help you locate your room in…

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Alaska Cruise Packing List + Free Printable

You’re going on a Disney Cruise to Alaska! But what should you pack? Everywhere you look, you’ll see things like “pack layers”. Ok, but what does that mean? We learned a lot during the process of researching for our trip.…

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Celebrity Cruise vs Disney Cruise Line

Celebrity Cruise vs Disney Cruise Line Which is Better? We are huge Disney Cruise fans. And up until recently, Disney Cruise Line was the only cruise we had experienced. But as you know, Disney Cruises can be quite expensive when…

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All About Pirate Night on a Disney Cruise

Disney Cruise Line Pirate Night is one of the most popular events on a Disney Cruise! With activities, special food and entertainment, this is one party you don’t want to miss. Read on to find out everything you need to…

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Pan Pacific Vancouver Disney Cruise Port Hotel Review

The Pan Pacific Vancouver Hotel is often known as one of the best places to stay before a Disney Alaska Cruise. As the only Vancouver Hotel at Canada Place, just above the Cruise Terminal, you can bet it’s not only…

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Disney Cruise Alcohol Rules To Know Before You Go

Let’s face it, sometimes you just need a cruise. And if you’re used to sailing on other cruise lines, you may be wondering what the Disney Cruise Alcohol Rules look like. Whether its bringing your own beer and wine, or…

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The Bayou Disney Wish Lounge Review

On the Disney Wish Cruise ship you can find a lot of Lounge and Bar spaces. And just like most Disney Cruises, you can bet they’re exquisitely decorated, and themed to a favorite Disney film. This one, The Bayou, honors…

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