The Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line 2026
By (Author) Tammy Whiting
By (author) Len Testa
By (author) Erin Foster
Unofficial Guides
Unofficial Guides
11th March 2026
United States
General
Non Fiction
Travel guides: cruises
Ships: Liners and other ocean-going vessels
Consumer advice
Paperback
424
Width 130mm, Height 203mm, Spine 25mm
Save time and money with in-depth reviews, ratings, and details from the trusted source for a successful Disney Cruise Line vacation.
Planning a Disney Cruise Line (DCL) trip is a big deal. It's too important to be left to chance, so put the best-selling independent guidebook to DCL in your hands and take control of your vacation. Make every minute and every dollar count with this no-nonsense, consumer-oriented guide to the best (and worst) of Disney's ships and itineraries.
The Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line 2026 explains how DCL works and how to use that knowledge to stay ahead of the crowd. Tammy Whiting, Len Testa, and Erin Foster know that you want your vacation to be anything but average, so they employ an expert team of researchers to find the secrets, the shortcuts, and the bargains that are sure to make your vacation exceptional! Find out what's available in every category, ranked from best to worst, and get detailed plans to make the most of your time on and off your cruise ship. Choose the right stateroom, eat at the best restaurants, find top-notch children's activities, and experience all the can't-miss excursions-including those offered at Castaway Cay, one of the best vacation islands in the Caribbean.
Stay in the know on the latest updates and changes on DCL. Here's what's NEW in the 2026 book:
Make the right choices to give your family a vacation they'll never forget. The Unofficial Guide to Disney Cruise Line 2026 is your key to planning a perfect stay. Whether you're putting together your annual trip or preparing for your first cruise, this book gives you the insider scoop on staterooms, dining, children's activities, shopping, entertainment, and more.
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Tammy Whiting is an avid cruiser who has sailed all over the world on over 75 cruises, more than 50 of those on Disney Cruise Line. She's worked in the travel industry for over 17 years and owns Storybook Destinations. While Tammy's favorite way to travel is on a cruise ship, she's never turned her nose up at a vacation. She has enjoyed amazing trips to Tokyo Disney, Disneyland Paris, Antarctica, the Galapagos, European river cruises, and guided tours with Adventures by Disney. Tammy lived in Europe for five years as a military brat and has been a military spouse for over 30 years, living in almost every corner of the United States. When she isn't traveling, you can find her enjoying her family, buying camera equipment, and planning her next trip.
Len Testa is coauthor of the Unofficial Guides series, covering Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Las Vegas, Universal Orlando, and Washington, D.C. While Len has published works in travel, computer science, and endocrinology, it's widely acknowledged that he's just the pretty face for a group of people way more talented than he is (and "pretty face" is a stretch at best). Len sends love to his daughter, Hannah.
Erin Foster was a charter member of the Disney Parks Moms Panel (now the planDisney panel). She has been on many sailings of the Magic, Wonder, Dream, Fantasy, and Wish, including the Wish's maiden voyage in 2022. Erin is a regular contributor to the blog at TouringPlans.