<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Tales Through the Porthole]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tales Through The Po]]></description><link>https://www.talesthroughtheporthole.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 23:17:36 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.talesthroughtheporthole.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[My Review of Disney Very Merry Time Cruises]]></title><description><![CDATA[The beautiful Christas tree on the Disney Magic. Imagine this equation: a generous scoop of Christmas magic combined with a healthy dose of Disney magic. The result is a Very Merry Time Cruise, one of the most festive and memorable ways to celebrate the holiday season at sea. In my house, Christmas truly is “the best time of the year.” So when I discovered that Disney Cruise Line offered sailings that combined the fun of a Disney cruise with extra holiday magic, I was immediately excited....]]></description><link>https://www.talesthroughtheporthole.com/post/my-review-of-disney-very-merry-time-cruises</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe5d1e5bf92805eb60d6d1</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 22:43:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bebc14_86468bd781994645b672fe7c5dcb7057~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Erin Feldman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Review of Halloween on the High Seas]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pumpkin tree on the Disney Wonder was really neat! Halloween on the High Seas is Disney Cruise Line’s collection of special Halloween-themed sailings, typically offered from mid-September through the end of October. I had the good fortune of sailing on a Halloween on the High Seas cruise aboard the Disney Wonder, and I wanted to share my experience. If you are trying to decide between a Halloween sailing and a regular Disney Cruise, this article may help you make an informed choice. If...]]></description><link>https://www.talesthroughtheporthole.com/post/my-review-of-halloween-on-the-high-seas</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f377f27b1c42fb24f0040a</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:29:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bebc14_40ea4912bf33450194bdd0efb66300c1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Erin Feldman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tips and Tricks to Help You Have an Amazing Royal Caribbean Cruise]]></title><description><![CDATA[Going on a cruise is often seen as a great vacation option for families and busy individuals, in part because there is less planning involved. You do the work to choose and book your cruise, and then you board the ship and relax. This is largely true, but there are still things to book and consider ahead of your trip. You may want to plan port excursions, research destinations, and reserve cruise activities. There are a lot of things you can do to make the cruise even more memorable and more...]]></description><link>https://www.talesthroughtheporthole.com/post/tips-and-tricks-to-help-you-have-an-amazing-royal-caribbean-cruise</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f0f2b2ddc36f1762325d59</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:58:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bebc14_99beba916e3f43c8995f989b8287a633~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Erin Feldman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[          Tips for First-Time Disney Cruisers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first time I went on a Disney Cruise, I did not know exactly what to expect. I knew I would have fun, and I did some research online (such as reading cruise blogs :)), but there were still so many unknowns, and I did not fully know what to expect. I thought I would put together this list to help other first-timers, or even returning Disney cruisers, maximize the fun of their Disney Cruise vacation. Tip #1: Before your cruise, know the dates when you can check in online and book onboard...]]></description><link>https://www.talesthroughtheporthole.com/post/tips-for-first-time-disney-cruisers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69eba4dfb502c05c43b3ec64</guid><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:34:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bebc14_bb40fd79354c42e4b8d0f01cf37573c7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Erin Feldman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[            Disney Cruise countdown checklist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Disney Cruise Line Site where you can make advanced reservations and complete the check in process. You can also do this in the Disney Cruise Line app. So, my husband and I have very distinct roles when it comes to travel preparation. He is in charge of practical matters like airline tickets, car rentals, hotel bookings, and online check ins. I am in charge of the fun. I research locations, activities and food. I book excursions and make reservations for activities. I plan out our days and...]]></description><link>https://www.talesthroughtheporthole.com/post/disney-cruise-countdown-checklist</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e69038247930afa804d22a</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:49:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bebc14_38d4ac10da1343bfaa36dd5f01f4068b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_295,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Erin Feldman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why I Believe a Disney Cruise Is Extra Magical]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Disney Dream So, I have a confession to make: I am a Disney adult. I love Disney—movies, characters, theme parks… and I really love Disney cruises. If I’m being completely honest, I even watch Disney documentaries while I’m on the treadmill at the gym. So as you read about all the things I love about Disney Cruise Line, just know this perspective comes from someone who is fully, happily immersed in the magic. I went on my first Disney cruise in October 2023. That turned out to be a...]]></description><link>https://www.talesthroughtheporthole.com/post/why-i-believe-a-disney-cruise-is-extra-magical</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e2588b878f146d603f967d</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:10:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bebc14_e83a25cd2f4b4285825702752d5115d9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Erin Feldman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[          Why I love Royal Caribbean Cruises]]></title><description><![CDATA[The view from aqua theatre on the Oasis of the Sea. I went on my first Royal Caribbean International cruise in January 2023. Fast forward three years, and I’ve now been on four. From that very first sailing, I fell in love with cruising. I quickly realized this was a style of vacation I would want more of in my future. I’ve had the chance to experience a nice variety of ships within the fleet. I sailed on a smaller ship, Radiance of the Seas; a mid-sized ship, Navigator of the Seas; and two...]]></description><link>https://www.talesthroughtheporthole.com/post/why-i-love-royal-caribbean-cruises</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69de84eb698fcbe5d29f9464</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:43:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bebc14_43feb21d1dc640c8807699cccef53e0f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Erin Feldman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Predictions for the New Disney Believe ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The view of our ship from Castaway Cay. I recently returned from a cruise with my family over Spring Break. As always, the final day of a cruise feels bittersweet—I spend so much time anticipating the trip that it’s hard to accept when it’s over. Like many cruise lovers, I cope by immediately beginning research for the next one. This time, however, I was greeted with an exciting surprise: the announcement of a new Disney Cruise Line ship, the Disney Believe, along with a teaser video....]]></description><link>https://www.talesthroughtheporthole.com/post/my-predictions-for-the-new-disney-believe</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69dd24762d1e950d370a8b87</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:16:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bebc14_997a74f173c64cdabab70083fa3c92fe~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Erin Feldman</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>