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Pin Trading on Disney Cruise Line: Where to Find the Best Traders in 2025

Pin trading isn't just for the parks! Learn how to find the 'hidden' pin boards on your ship, what to look for on the mystery boards, and how to trade with the crew.

If you love pin trading at Disney World or Disneyland, you'll find a more relaxed but equally exciting community onboard the Disney ships. It's one of the best ways to interact with the crew and other guests.

Where to Find Pins

Check the daily schedule in the Navigator App for 'Pin Trading with the Officers.' This is a high-energy event where high-ranking crew members wear lanyards filled with rare pins. Also, keep an eye out for the mystery pin boards in the Mickey Mainsail shop.

The 'Hidden' Pin Boards

Some of the best pins aren't at the official events. You can often find small pin boards at the Guest Services desk, the DVC desk, and even in some of the kids' clubs. Just ask a crew member: 'Do you have a pin board available for trading?'