Welcome to the Travel Hacking Mom podcast! Today Jess spills the beans on some incredible tips and tricks for saving money and making the most of points on Disney cruises. So, grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and let's dive in!   Disney Cruise Tips & Tricks: Jess's Top Picks:   Book Early & Save Big Jess reminds us that early birds get the worm! By booking your Disney cruise 12-18 months in advance, you can snag some amazing deals and avoid last-minute price hikes. Plus, you'll get the best cabin selection and dining options. So, plan ahead and save big!   Rack Up Those Points: Using a travel rewards credit card is a fantastic way to earn points on your Disney cruise bookings. Jess suggests looking into cards that offer sign-up bonuses and rewards for everyday spending. Just be sure to pay off your balance in full each month to avoid interest charges!    Redeem Points Strategically: Once you've accumulated enough points, Jess advises redeeming them in the most cost-effective way. This might include using points for airfare, pre- or post-cruise hotel stays, or even Disney cruise excursions. Make your points go the distance! 🌐   Hit play to hear Jess's full list of money-saving tips for Disney cruises! We hope these insights help you plan your magical Disney cruise while keeping your wallet happy. Until next time, happy cruising! Links:  Free Gifts and Resources To Start Your Travel Hacking Journey: Free Webinar: How to Start Traveling for Nearly Free Best Current Credit Card Offers: Best Rewards Card Offers | Travel Hacking Mom Award Travel Academy: Award Travel Academy Our Website: https://travelhackingmom.com Connect With Us: Newsletter signup: https://travelhackingmom.com/newsletter Instagram: Alex + Pam + Jess | Points & Miles (@travelhackingmom) TikTok: travelhackingmom's Creator Profile Facebook group: Travel Hacking Mom Group | Facebook Links For This Episode:  Ultimate Disney Cruise Credit Card Strategy - Travel Hacking Mom Chase Ink Premier Episode Minute By Minute: 0:00 Why Disney Cruises aren’t as expensive as you think!  0:42 Why you may enjoy a Disney Cruise even if you don’t love Disney 3:13 Jess’s tips for saving money where you can  8:51 Logistics: How Jess booked everything  17:23 How Jess saved on the most expensive cruise at the most expensive time 23:07 How the Chase Ink Premier card can help you save big 29:46 If you ever stop at Atlantis… 36:56 Gift cards, gift cards, gift cards! Why this could be the best way to spend.  40:33 What’s included in the Disney cruise 47:35 Real Talk: Is it worth it?  50:05 Real Talk: Which is better, cruise or the park?