What To Pack – DCL Jobs

As you begin to pack for your upcoming journey, take time to prepare and ensure you have the appropriate documents and personal belongings.

Due to limited space within each crew cabin, it is suggested that you pack conservatively.

Everything you bring will be stored in only your cabin
You must be able to carry your own belongings, it is recommended that you use wheeled luggage
Soft-sided bags and suitcases are quick and easy to store
Refer to your airline's website for information regarding how many bags they allow. The company will pay the cost for two checked bag of standard weight for joining, transferring and repatriation travel. If the airfare booked does not include two checked bags crew will be reimbursed for fees paid out of pocket. The company will reimburse a maximum of 23kgs per bag for the second bag, regardless of airline weight limit for the first bag.

You will be representing the company while working and also during your personal time in guest areas and in ports of call. For those reasons, please choose your personal clothing with care.

Comfortable, casual clothing such as jeans, shorts, and t-shirts of good taste can be worn in crew areas.
Depending on the ship itinerary, location and the season you are sailing, temperatures can vary between warm, tropical climates to colder climates. Make sure to check the local weather prior to traveling to start your contract. A sweater or jacket is recommended for cooler temperatures.
You will also need a swimsuit to participate in Personal Survival Techniques (PST) safety training (known as "wet drill") and for your personal relaxation time.
In addition to casual clothing, we suggest you bring at least one nice outfit to wear for special occasions or crew events. Sunglasses, suntan lotion, and/or bug spray are also strongly recommended.
Cast working at Castaway Cay or Lookout Cay should be mindful that the climate in the Bahamas is tropical throughout the year. It can be rather humid on most days with showers during the rainy season. Long sleeve and/or pants are recommended for winter months and to prevent bug bites and/or sunburn. A sweater, wind breaker and/or light jacket for cooler mornings and evenings is also recommended. Do not forget that you will likely be wearing your crew costume more frequently, so pack conservatively.

Note:

During shoreside training, and Disney Traditions, we ask that you wear business casual attire. Please bring enough for 2-3 days. Formal business clothing (a suit, tie and/or dress) are not required. Your time spent in shore-side training will vary based on ship and required training.

We suggest bringing enough toiletries (i.e. shampoo, deodorant, toothbrush, hair spray, etc.) to last for at least your first two weeks onboard. Prices are higher for toiletries and other personal items in some ports and your first few weeks onboard will be very busy.

For those on the ship, you will be able to go ashore to shop for additional personal items when your schedule allows. If you forget something, limited items are available at a discounted cost for purchase in the Crew Store onboard.

Posters, small decorative items, personal mementos, photographs, a calendar, books, and other personal items can be brought onboard. However, tape and/or nails cannot be used to hang items. Magnets are acceptable. You will be living in your cabin for several months and we want you to feel at home. For safety reasons, candles and incense burners are not allowed. Remember that your cabin has limited space and your roommate(s) will also bring items.

Bed linens, a bed cover, towels, and a small amount of coat/clothing hangers are provided in your cabin. Should you desire, you are allowed to bring personal linens and towels. The laundering of your personal linens is your responsibility; there is a laundry facility available onboard, on Castaway Cay, and on Lookout Cay.

Please be advised, if you are currently taking any medication prescribed by your personal doctor at home, you should bring enough to last for the duration of your contract.

Once onboard, you are required to disclose all prescriptions and/or over the counter medicines with the medical team or Island Clinician. All new and returning crew must present any new medication to the medical center upon embarkation.

Please note: Medications containing controlled substances such as codeine, even if they are readily available without a prescription at home, are not allowed onboard due to compliance with flag state laws.

Visit the shoe resource guide to learn about what work shoes you need onboard. Some shoes are provided and others require that you purchase them prior to your arrival.

For crew members that are 21 or older, you will have availability to purchase alcohol onboard. As you complete your onboard training, you will learn more about what alcohol purchases are allowed on the ship, as well as in our ports of call. You may purchase alcohol onboard or in the crew store on Castaway Cay or Lookout Cay if you are 21 years or older. Failure to comply could result in disciplinary action, not excluding termination.

Voltage is 110 and 220 volts in crew cabins. 110V items should not exceed 1500W / 220V items should not exceed 2000W. All electronics must be checked and cleared for use by the Chief Electrical Engineer or Island Manager for safety reasons.

Appliances such as hair dryers and razors from most parts of the world will work on the ship
A small radio or portable/personal audio player with headphones is recommended.
We recommend you bring a watch and a battery-powered alarm clock.

Clothing irons, kettles, blenders, or heat-producing equipment may not be brought on board. Disney Cruise Line will provide access to those items. UL, CE, CSA or equivalent approved coffee or hot drink machines that make single cups from capsules may be used in cabins.

Be sure to bring an international plug adapter or voltage converter to charge your personal electronic devices prior to embarking the ship.

If you have any questions regarding whether or not you can bring a particular item onboard, please ask your Procurement Ally and/or Disney Cruise Line Recruiter prior to leaving home.

The requirement to wear a facial covering for Guests and Crew will be based upon ship and/or itinerary. Requirements will also be influenced by current health advisories. While today, masking is optional for Crew in Guest and Crew areas, all Crew must be receptive to wearing a facial covering if/when required.

Important Documents for Travel and Embark

Important Travel Documents:

Passport
Visa, as applicable
Employment letter, as applicable
Signed contract

Important Embark Documents:

Original medical certificate. While an original medical certificate is preferred, a clear and legible copy is also acceptable
Original safety certificates (i.e. Personal Survival Techniques, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities, Crowd Management)
Medical/Visa receipts

Cost associated with obtaining a valid passport and background check are your responsibility. If you are required to have a C-1/D visa, this cost will be reimbursed by Disney Cruise Line once you embark the ship. It is important to bring your original receipts in order to be reimbursed onboard.

Prohibited Items Policy

Tools

Culinary

DO NOT bring cooking knives or other cooking equipment. Disney Cruise Line provides all the tools required that meet industry and United States Public Health (USPH) standards.

Entertainment Technicians

Disney Cruise Line provides the equipment you need.

Prohibited Items

Firearms – any weapon capable of firing a projectile using a propellant such as an explosive charge, compressed air, or expanding gas. Some examples are: shotguns, handguns, rifles, and automatic weapons.
Ammunition of all types including nonlethal rounds such as rubber bullets, wax bullets, plastic bullets, bean bag rounds, and electric bullets.
Toy guns and realistic replicas of firearms and explosives devices, simulated or de- commissioned weapons, and any other item made, intended or adapted to be used as a weapon.
Bows, arrows, spears, wrist rockets, hatchets, brass knuckles or clubs.
Highly flammable liquids and combustible substances e.g. lighter fluid, liquid fuels and aerosols except for personal care.
Martial arts equipment used in connection with the practice of a system of self-defense including nanchaku, kamas, tonfas, sais, shuriken, metal fans, juttes, bo sticks and staffs.
Disabling electrical devices such as tasers or stun guns.
Disabling chemicals, gasses and self-defense sprays (e.g. pepper spray, tear gas, mace, spray paint, and odor repellent).
Scissors with a sharp tip exceeding 4 inches.
Straight razors, daggers and swords.
Any knife with a blade over 4 inches long.
Knives, regardless of blade length, that expose the blade by a flip of the wrist, by a mechanical action, or gravity, or locks into place when extended.
Water pipes (also known as hookahs or bongs)
Explosives or component parts (e.g., detonators, blasting caps, detonation cord).
Fireworks or pyrotechnics of any type.
Tools
Remote-controlled aircraft, boats or drones