Alison Meacham

Alison Meacham is the founder of EverythingMouse Disney Blog. For over 15 years she has shared her love of Disney Parks, Disney Cruises and Universal Orlando. In over 30 years of Disney Travel she has spent countless months in Disney Parks and has sailed on over 45 cruises. A British native and now a United States resident she splits her time between California, Florida and the UK. And spends a serious amount of time sailing the seven seas. She helps over 200,000 people per month follow their Disney travel dreams.

One of the biggest questions I always hear is: “Will my favorite Disney World ride be open when I go?” The truth is, Walt Disney World is never standing still. New rides are being built, old favorites refreshed, and sometimes whole lands reimagined. That means closures are inevitable. Refurbishments can feel frustrating, especially if you’ve …

The Disney Destiny is about to redefine what a cruise ship atrium can be. When guests step onboard this heroes-and-villains themed ship, the very first impression will set the stage for the adventure ahead: the Grand Hall. When the Destiny sets sail this November, be sure to spend time in the Grand Hall beyond the …

If you follow cruise news, you’ve probably noticed Royal Caribbean making headlines for all the wrong reasons lately. Over the past few months, six different glass panels have shattered across the fleet — and the latest happened just this weekend onboard Utopia of the Seas. What Happened on Utopia of the Seas Photos began circulating …

So you’ve booked your very first Disney Cruise—congratulations! Whether you’re a lifelong Disney fan or simply curious about what makes Disney Cruise Line so special, you’re about to experience something truly unforgettable. But here’s the thing: no matter how much research you do, there are always surprises waiting onboard. Even seasoned Disney Parks fans are …

Unlike many other cruise lines, Disney does not release sailing dates very far in advance. Whilst some other cruise lines have sailing dates available for 2 years in advance, DCL makes us wait a little longer. As Disney Cruise Line fans look ahead to the next set of itineraries for Summer 2027, we can probably …

If you are looking for a relaxed and upscale dining experience on the Disney Treasure, then you will definitely want to consider dinner at Palo Steakhouse. All of the Disney Cruise Line ships feature an adult-only Palo restaurant, reserved exclusively for guests 18 and over. The Treasure’s version is beautifully and subtly themed and sits …

There is so much advice about what to pack on a Disney cruise that you may have missed the fact that some items are prohibited. You really need to make sure that you are aware that there are certain items you can’t take on a Disney cruise. Disney cruise lines have a long list of …

If you’re lucky enough to be sailing on Halloween on the High Seas this year aboard Disney Treasure, you’re in for an extra treat. Every Disney ship has its own enchanted pumpkin tree, and the Treasure is welcoming a brand new character to the family: Ginger. I’ve seen a lot of Disney Cruise Line Halloween …