Everything we made for our Fish Extender gifts!

In this video I share with you everything we made for our Pixie Dust and Fish Extender gifts. For those of you who are bit confused about what these things are- let me explain, Fish Extenders (or FEs as they are referred to by the initiated) are over-door hanging pockets or organisers that Disney cruise guests attach to the fish-shaped hook outside their cabin door. This hook is used by the ship’s crew to leave messages or small items, but Disney guests use it for exchanging gifts with fellow cruisers.

It adds another layer of magic to the whole experience, and people really go to town on decorating their fish extenders, and the forward planning involved in sourcing gifts adds to their anticipation.

Why is it Called a Fish Extender?

There is a very simple and logical reason the pouches are called fish extenders, and that is because the hangers “extend” down from the fish-shaped hook outside cabin doors which depict the cabin number.

How It Works

Participants join pre-arranged groups, often organised on online forums in Facebook or other social media. Each group member brings small gifts to distribute to others in the group. The gifts can be Disney-themed, personalised, or even homemade. Throughout the cruise, these gifts are delivered to the other cabins in your group - often on a daily basis - and you will receive gifts in return.

Joining and finding a Fish Extender Group

You’ll need to join a Fish Extender group in advance. This is typically done via Facebook groups dedicated to specific Disney Cruise sailings. Some groups have specific themes or rules, so be sure to check the details. Usually this is along the lines of like for like gifts etc (i.e don’t just gift some stickers and expect Disney merch in return). Search on face book groups for your ship sailing - e.g “Disney Dream 1st September” and ask to join the list, making sure to check the rules.

Pixie Dust gifts are given to anyone (crew or guests) who have made your day or who you feel would like a little something to make them smile. Some guets even put them in bags hung on staterooms fish extenders.