The Disney Cruise Line (DCL) Discussion Thread

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Disney Cruise Line has sent us a press release regarding the latest enhancements coming to the Disney Dream later this year!

Exciting new experiences await Disney Dream guests after spaces throughout the Disney Cruise Line vessel are transformed this fall. Headlining the enhancements are two new interactive youth areas, one themed to Star Wars and another to Disney Infinity. Also a whimsical sweet shop serving handmade gelato and the ever-popular Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique will debut after the Disney Dream undergoes dry dock Oct. 4-24, 2015, in Freeport, Bahamas.

 

Here is a glimpse at what is in store for guests of all ages:

 

Star Wars Area Brings Force-filled Fun for Children

 

A newly themed area in Disney’s Oceaneer Club, open to ages three to 12, will delight children with an out-of-this-galaxy experience inspired by the Star Wars saga.

 

Kids will be transported to a far away galaxy at Star Wars: Millennium Falcon, a Force-filled play area inspired by the spacecraft from the legendary saga. Upon entering the spaceship, younglings will join the Rebel Alliance in the epic battle of good versus evil by assisting with the navigation of this powerful space vehicle. Sitting in the cockpit, children can pilot this super-cool spaceship through hyperspace and trigger lightspeed jumps to different locations around the galaxy.

 

In Millennium Falcon, children can express their creativity through Star Wars-themed crafts, games and activities. They can also watch episodes from the new Disney XD animated series, “Star Wars Rebels,” on a large screen or virtually join the rebellion at gaming stations featuring the series’ action-packed adventures.

 

The excitement continues during a shipboard version of the popular Jedi Training Academy experience that invites young Jedi hopefuls – known as “Padawans” – to learn lightsaber moves from a Jedi Master. They can then use the Force and face off in a final test against the evil Darth Vader.

 

High-Tech Disney Infinity Space Adds Adventure for Kids

 

Also in the Oceaneer Club, a high-tech interactive space based on the Disney Infinity video game offers more fun for kids.

 

In the Disney Infinity Toy Box area, children can experience a whole new way of playing together with exciting virtual experiences and immersive activities. Customized, on-screen adventures will bring to life characters and stories from across The Walt Disney Company.

 

The complete set of Disney Infinity character figures will be on display for creative inspiration and available for gameplay. Kids visiting this special room – found only on the Disney Dream – will be able to unlock exclusive Disney Cruise Line content that they can continue to enjoy when playing Disney Infinity at home.

 

Special activities will bring the virtual gameplay experience to life in the real world. For example, a life-sized Disney Infinity Base sets the stage where children take the place of character figures for a group gaming experience unlike any other. Lighting up in response to gameplay on a large screen, this interactive floor will allow kids to be immersed in the Toy Box.

 

Specialty Sweet Shop for Families

 

Vanellope’s Sweets & Treats will satisfy the sweet tooth of cruisers of all ages, with handmade gelato and ice cream, an assortment of candy, and delectable novelty treats for purchase. New to Deck 11, the smell of freshly baked waffle cones and candy will linger from the specialty store’s two entrances, inside Cabana’s restaurant and outside by the pool deck.

 

Resembling the whimsical candy land of the Sugar Rush race car game in “Wreck-It Ralph,” the sweet shop’s décor features nods to the film, including a race track and checkerboard patterned floor, gas pump-style gumball dispensers, Vanellope’s race car and King Candy’s throne.

 

Magical Makeover Salon for Princesses and Pirates

 

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, coming to Deck 5 midship, will bring to life the storybook fantasies of young guests with pixie-dusted and piratical makeovers. This very special salon will offer aspiring princesses and knights ages three to 12 the chance to transform into royalty with the help of a fairy godmother-in-training. On pirate party night this boutique becomes The Pirates League where swashbuckling pirates of all ages will have the opportunity to unleash their inner buccaneer.

 

Cool and Comfortable Retreat for Adults

 

Exclusively for adults, Deck 13 forward will include a new water feature, Satellite Falls, a circular splash pool with benches and a gently falling rain curtain that provides cool comfort. Around this upper deck, adult guests can soak up the sun in loungers or relax in the shade under a canopy.

 

This wave of enhancements to the Disney Dream debuts on the Oct. 26 four-night voyage from Port Canaveral to the Bahamas and Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. The Disney Dream will continue to sail three- and four-night cruises from Port Canaveral to the Bahamas throughout 2015 and into 2016.

 

To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, visit disneycruise.com, call Disney Cruise Line at 888-325-2500 or contact a travel agent.

Update: More details have been released including confirmation of the addition of the Muppets-themed Midship Detective Agency game (also found on the Disney Fantasy) called "The Case of the Stolen Show."

http://disneycruise.disney.go.com/disney-dream-enhancement/

We're thrilled to announce that, starting with our October 26, 2015 sailing, we'll be unveiling amazing new spaces and experiences for all ages aboard the Disney Dream. Whether you're a diehard Disney Cruise Line fan or you've never sailed with us before, we look forward to sharing with you what we've been dreaming up

 

For Kids

Kids will love all–new, immersive spaces featuring Star Wars and the popular video game, Disney Infinity. At Disney's Oceaneer Club, step into the cockpit of the Millennium Falcon and pilot the ship into hyperspace, or learn how defend yourself against the Dark Side and earn your Jedi Knight certificate at the Jedi Training Academy. You can also interact with the latest Disney Infinity characters and other kids in a new high–tech space inspired by the popular video game. Mix and match characters from all your favorite stories to creative imaginative new scenarios—anything goes!

 

Aspiring princesses, pirates and knights will be thrilled to know that Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, our salon where young Guests can undergo magical makeovers inspired by beloved Disney characters, will also be opening its doors aboard the Disney Dream. As on the Disney Fantasy, on Pirate Party Nights, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique becomes The Pirates League, a swashbuckler's lair where scalawags of all ages can be decked out in pirate regalia in anticipation of the evening's timber–shivering onboard festivities.

 

For Families

Get into goodies galore, including ice cream, cookies and candy at Vanellope's Sweets & Treats. Inspired by the fanciful Sugar Rush arcade game from Disney's Wreck–It Ralph, this new eatery is awash in a rainbow of color and features hand–scooped gelato, freshly made waffle cones and baked goods, interactive candy stations and delightful character designs right out of the movie. Race on over!

 

The Funnel Puddle family wading pool and the Muppets–themed Midship Detective Agency game known as "The Case of the Stolen Show" will also be added to the Disney Dream, offering families even more ways to play together. An interactive ship–wide caper, the Midship Detective Agency game recruits gumshoes to uncover clues and discover whodunit using a detective badge that activates a gallery of magical surprises taking you all around the ship.

 

For Adults

Satellite Falls, an adults—only splash pool area, offers the 18–and–over set a soothing retreat. Featuring a striking spherical design with a cascading rain curtain and offering sweeping ocean views from the bow of the ship, this tranquil spot for sunbathing and staying cool will be making its debut on the Disney Dream. An abundance of lounge chairs is available at the adjacent Satellite Fall sun deck.

 

Nightlife enthusiasts can expectcan expect décor enhancements and high–tech upgrades at 687 Pub, Pink, the District Lounge and Skyline as well.

 

Boarding Fall 2015

Sail with Disney Dream starting this October and discover for yourself all the excitement waiting for you with Disney Cruise Line. Be among the first to experience all these new enhancements by booking a Disney Dream cruise today!

I can't believe it's taken this long to put BBB on the ship. It's going to make bank!!!!

We know where Adam will be spending all his time...

Those upgrades look amazing!

We know where Adam will be spending all his time...

At the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique?

The new kids stuff looks great, and it's nice to see Wreck-It Ralph getting a bit more play.

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The Disney Magic’s arrival to New York City today sparked a grand announcement: We’re returning to the Big Apple in 2016 for sailings to both the Bahamas and Canada!

 

And that’s not all … We also revealed that we’re sailing again from Miami and Galveston, Texas with new options from these popular homeports. Cruise Director Ray tells you all about it in this video. Check it out…

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXpg3d8Mm6w

Here’s a snapshot of what’s in store for the fall of 2016 from New York, Miami and Galveston:

New York

• Sailings from New York to the Bahamas include a visit to Walt Disney World Resort, plus a Park Hopper ticket and round-trip transportation between the ship and the resort. All New York to Bahamas voyages also include a stop at Castaway Cay.
  
• One five-night voyage from New York to Canada stops in Halifax, Nova Scotia and Saint John, New Brunswick. Check out Arny’s post, A Glimpse of a Disney Cruise to Atlantic Canada, which includes a video from our first visit to these charming ports.

Miami

• For the first time, we’re offering seven-night voyages from Miami to the Eastern and Western Caribbean, in addition to shorter options. All sailings from Miami include a stop at Castaway Cay.

Galveston

• A variety of seven-night cruises are departing from Galveston, including Bahamian sailings and Western Caribbean sailings. Plus, for a quick getaway, we’re offering two four-night sailings to Cozumel.

Bookings for the new itineraries open to the public on May 20, 2015. More details can be found on the Itineraries and Ports for 2016 page of disneycruise.com.

 

Sailings from New York, Miami and Galveston are in addition to our ever-popular cruises from Port Canaveral, Florida. Which homeport do you plan to sail from in 2016?

I'm really tempted to do a 7 day from Miami. I've only gotten to sail on the Magic once so I would love to try her again. It's interesting Galveston still has the demand!

I would love to do a Disney cruise out of Miami. However, we'd be looking more towards 2017, if they even are there that year.

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Exciting news from the high seas today! For the “first time in forever,” the beloved animated hit “Frozen” is getting the Disney Cruise Line theatrical treatment as a new stage show exclusively aboard the Disney Wonder. “Frozen, A Musical Spectacular” debuts, along with a wave of new enhancements to the ship, on cruises starting Nov. 10, 2016, from Galveston, Texas.

 

The story of royal sisters Anna and Elsa will be presented like never before, with an innovative combination of traditional theatrical techniques, modern technology and classic Disney whimsy, completely unique to the Disney Wonder production. The show features dynamic costumes and sets, remarkable special effects, and spectacular production numbers that expand upon the most imaginative elements of the film.

 

To adapt this blockbuster animated feature into a quintessential stage production, Walt Disney Imagineering Creative Executive Kevin Eld assembled a team of distinguished creative talent with Broadway credits and theatrical accolades. The production is led by Tony Award-nominated director Sheryl Kaller (“Next Fall,” “Mothers and Sons”). Joining the creative team are Tony Award-winning costume designer Paloma Young (“Peter and the Starcatcher”), choreographer Josh Prince (“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical”), scenic designer Jason Sherwood (“Paint Your Wagon”), and writer Sara Wordsworth (“In Transit”).

 

“Frozen, a Musical Spectacular” will feature music direction by Marco Paguia, projection design by Aaron Rhyne and lighting design by Rui Rita. Dynamic puppetry by Michael Curry, whose designs are featured in Disney’s Tony Award-winning Broadway musical “The Lion King,” will bring exciting physicality to characters like Sven and Olaf.

 

Over the next few months, we’ll be giving you an inside look at the making of this production. To start, check out this video to hear more about what’s behind the curtain for Disney cruisers this fall…

 

We will be on a Galveston cruise in December next year so will be interesting to see how they adapt it!

Wonder if they will take the "Frozen" elements out of their other stage shows now they are concentrating on a dedicated show. Probably not.....but there was one show on board (Believe or Wishes...can't remember) where all of a sudden Olaf showed up and it looked a little bit too much like "lets throw this in for familiarity" rather than any move the story along.

Anyway....looks great...and will be a big hit either way I am sure. Our family loves the Disney cruises and my wife LOVES Frozen...win/win for us.

Looks like a great addition to the ship! I just hope I can see it in person some day!

Disney Cruise Line has sent us a press release about their latest honor!

Cruise Critic, a leading cruise reviews site and online cruise community, announced earlier today that Disney Castaway Cay was recognized as the “Best Cruise Line Private Island” in the site’s first-ever Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards.

 

The winning destinations were selected across 15 regions worldwide based on ratings submitted with reviews on the Cruise Critic website. Castaway Cay also topped all Caribbean categories combined. Cruisers praised the island’s clean, beautiful beaches and multitude of options for both kids and adults. For more information and a full list of Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards winners, visit CruiseCritic.com.

 

Disney Castaway Cay is a 1,000-acre private island with turquoise waters, powdery white sand beaches and swaying palm trees that is exclusive to Disney Cruise Line guests. With an authentic island barbecue and plenty of snorkeling and water sports, Castaway Cay provides Disney Cruise Line guests with a day of adventure, relaxation and quality time with the family.

 

Since first setting sail in 1998, Disney Cruise Line has received more than 250 distinguished awards from the travel industry praising all aspects of the operation. For additional information on Disney Cruise Line honors, photos, and videos visit Disney Cruise Line Public Affairs.

 

To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, Guests can contact their travel agent, visit disneycruise.com or call Disney Cruise Line at 888-DCL-2500. Travel agents can call Disney Cruise Line at 888-325-2500 or visit disneytravelagents.com.

Disney Cruise Line has been named the winner of two additional awards during this year's Cruise Critic Editors' Pick Awards!

Cruise Critic®, a leading cruise reviews site and online cruise community, has named the winners of its 9th annual Cruise Critic Editors’ Picks Awards, citing Disney Cruise Line as the “Best for Families” and “Best for Dining.”

 

Awards were selected by Cruise Critic's global team of experts who cover the cruise industry extensively throughout the year, and use their combined knowledge to select the award winners. For more information and a full list of Editors’ Pick Awards winners, visit CruiseCritic.com.

 

Since first setting sail in 1998, Disney Cruise Line has received more than 250 distinguished awards from the travel industry praising all aspects of the operation. For additional information on Disney Cruise Line honors, photos, and videos visit Disney Cruise Line Public Affairs.

 

To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, Guests can contact their travel agent, visit disneycruise.com or call Disney Cruise Line at 888-DCL-2500. Travel agents can call Disney Cruise Line at 888-325-2500 or visit disneytravelagents.com.

Disney Cruise Line has sent us a press release announcing the latest enhancements coming to the Disney Fantasy this May!

Exciting new experiences designed for guests of all ages are coming to the Disney Fantasy in May 2017. From exploring the universes of Star Wars and Marvel, to shopping at unique new onboard venues, new highlights include:

 

Imaginative New Spaces for Kids

 

In Disney’s Oceaneer Club, an immersive youth space onboard the Disney Fantasy, the new Star Wars: Command Post takes kids on a journey where they will train with heroes of the Star Wars saga and help with missions against the First Order. Here they will interact with holographic models at a one of-a-kind Star Wars holotable that projects 3-D images of the Millennium Falcon, Death Star and other famous Star Wars ships, meet members of the Resistance and learn to channel the Force.

 

In addition, at the all-new Marvel Super Hero Academy, kids will learn from real-life Super Heroes the heroic values of enlightenment, worthiness and loyalty. In this innovative space children can learn the ways of the mystic arts with Doctor Strange, who is making first-ever appearances onboard a Disney Cruise Line ship. Children will also interact with and open portals to different locales around the Marvel Universe, and immerse themselves in an exclusive gaming experience.

 

These new Star Wars and Marvel offerings onboard the Disney Fantasy are the newest addition to a growing list of exciting innovations that allow guests to interact with these universes throughout Disney experiences on land and at sea.

 

Tasty Treats to Delight the Entire Family

 

Families can enjoy the new Sweet on You ice cream shop, themed after the iconic Mickey Mouse cartoon shorts, and designed with charming art details. Sweet on You will feature hand-crafted gelato and ice-cream, specialty sundaes, homemade chocolates, truffles and a large selection of candy for purchase, all just steps away from the family pool.

 

Luxury Shopping for Adults

 

For the first time, Disney Cruise Line will welcome the world’s premier jewelry and iconic American luxury brand, Tiffany & Co., with an exclusive store aboard the Disney Fantasy. Guests can indulge in timeless collections of jewelry and luxury accessories, including the effortlessly elegant Tiffany T collection and other glamorous pieces featuring renowned Tiffany & Co. diamonds.

 

These additions are part of an overall commitment by Disney Cruise Line to invest in their ships, helping to deliver incredible family vacation experiences for years to come. While making these enhancements to the Disney Fantasy, crews will also perform regularly scheduled and wide-ranging maintenance that keeps the fleet in tip-top shape, further demonstrating the unwavering commitment by Disney Cruise Line to continually elevating the guest experience.

 

The innovative new enhancements debut on Disney Fantasy sailings starting May 17, 2017 from Port Canaveral, Fla. This first sailing will visit the Bahamas on a 3-night voyage. Beginning on May 20, the ship will resume a regular sailing schedule that includes 7-night voyages alternating between the Eastern and Western Caribbean.

 

To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, guests can visit disneycruise.com, call Disney Cruise Line at 888-DCL-2500 or contact their travel agent.

In Disney’s Oceaneer Club aboard the Disney Fantasy, young guests will be transported to a galaxy far, far away in the all-new Star Wars: Command Post. Here in this immersive youth space, children will become one with the Force and train with members of the Resistance, interact with holographic models of iconic Star Wars ships and embark on missions against the First Order. This new space on the Disney Fantasy debuts on the May 17 three-night voyage from Port Canaveral. (Artist Concept)

In Disneys Oceaneer Club aboard the Disney Fantasy, young guests will learn the ways of the mystic arts with Doctor Strange in the all-new Marvel Super Hero Academy. Children will also interact with and open portals to diverse locales around the Marvel Universe and immerse themselves in an exclusive gaming experience. This new space on the Disney Fantasy debuts on the May 17 three-night voyage from Port Canaveral. (Artist Concept)

^ I don't care if I'm too old, I wanna learn the mystic arts.

^Then you can apply them to the Dark Side of the Force.

They always do such an amazing job with the kids areas.

Disney Cruise Line sent us a press release showing off the first rendering of the design of the three new ships joining the fleet in the next few years!

The Disney Cruise Line fleet has the most beautiful ships at sea and the three newest vessels setting sail in 2021, 2022 and 2023 will be no exception. This first, early rendering depicts the magnificent exterior of the newest Disney ships that will elevate family cruise vacations to a whole new level.

 

In keeping with the distinct Disney Cruise Line style, the new ships will embody the elegance and romance of the golden age of ocean cruising with unique touches all their own. The new vessels will offer more innovation, new technologies, spectacular entertainment and more Disney stories and characters than ever before.

 

Ingenuity and innovation from stem to stern will amaze and delight Disney Cruise Line guests of all ages. Each new ship will be approximately 140,000 gross tons and each is currently planned to include about 1,250 guest staterooms.

Disney Cruise Line has sent us a press release about Fall 2019 itineraries which will open for all guests to book tomorrow (Castaway Club members are eligible to book today)!

In fall 2019, Disney Cruise Line will return to favorite destinations and home ports on a variety of itineraries, including adventures to Bermuda, Bahamas, Baja, Canada and the Caribbean. With cruises ranging from two-night getaways to weeklong vacations and beyond, this season of sailings offers countless opportunities for families to delight in Disney magic, explore exotic locales and make lifelong memories together.

 

Bookings open to the public on May 24, 2018. More details on 2019 itineraries can be found on the Ports and Itineraries for 2019 page of disneycruise.com.

 

Sailings to Bermuda, Bahamas and Canada from New York

The Disney Magic returns to New York in September for a selection of departures to a diverse collection of destinations, including luxurious Bermuda, sun-kissed Bahamas and historic New Brunswick, Canada.

 

Three special five-night cruises feature two days in Bermuda, allowing extra time for guests to indulge in the island nation’s famous pink-sand beaches, world-class shopping, abundant water activities and distinctive blend of British and Caribbean culture.

 

During two seven-night sailings from New York to the Bahamas, cruisers are treated to a double-dose of pixie dust. A stop at Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay, is paired with a day at Port Canaveral, Florida, where every guest receives a one-day Walt Disney World Park Hopper ticket and round-trip transportation to the theme parks in nearby Orlando.

 

A single five-night cruise to Canada transports guests from New York to charming Saint John, New Brunswick with a stop in Bar Harbor, Maine. Saint John is the home of majestic natural phenomena like the renowned Reversing Falls and the world’s highest tides, located where the Saint John River meets the Bay of Fundy.

 

Baja and Mexican Riviera Voyages from California

In September, the Disney Wonder sets sail for a limited engagement in San Diego, where guests embark on adventures to Baja and the Mexican Riviera. Baja itineraries highlight the region’s famous beaches and exciting water activities with calls on Cabo San Lucas and Ensenada, Mexico. Two exclusive seven-night Mexican Riviera sailings feature the snorkeling and scuba diving hot spots Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlán and Cabo San Lucas.

 

Disney Cruise Line guests can enrich their experience by combining select San Diego-based cruises with a pre-cruise package from Adventures by Disney, a leader in family guided group vacations. During this three-night itinerary, guests embark on a rare behind-the-magic visit to The Walt Disney Studios and Disney Archives, a private tour of Walt Disney Imagineering and a visit to the place where it all began — the Disneyland Resort.

 

Vacations to Bahamas and Caribbean from Texas

Beginning late November, the Disney Wonder will make Galveston its home port for a special series of sailings to the Caribbean and Bahamas, with options at four, six and seven nights.

 

Caribbean cruises include stops in Grand Cayman; Cozumel, Mexico; and Falmouth, Jamaica.

 

Bahamian itineraries feature stops in Castaway Cay and Key West, Florida. Two of the Bahamian sailings also take guests to Nassau, Bahamas, while another includes an exclusive second day on Disney’s private island.

 

Tropical Escapes from Florida

In fall 2019, the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy continue sailing guest-favorite itineraries to the Bahamas and Caribbean from Port Canaveral, while the Disney Magic returns to Miami in November with a variety of cruise lengths and itineraries.

 

The Disney Magic’s diverse lineup includes three-, four- and five-night Bahamian sailings and five- and six-night Western Caribbean cruises, and most itineraries feature a day ashore at Castaway Cay. Other ports of call on Bahamian voyages include Nassau and Key West, while stops in Grand Cayman and Cozumel headline the Western Caribbean itineraries.

 

The Disney Dream sails three- and four-night cruises to Nassau and Castaway Cay. These itineraries make for the perfect family getaway, combining the magic of Disney with the ease and enjoyment of a tropical cruise vacation.

 

The Disney Fantasy sails seven-night Caribbean voyages, and every cruise includes a stop at Castaway Cay. Eastern Caribbean itineraries visit the Virgin Islands of Tortola and St. Thomas, and Western Caribbean cruises call on Cozumel, Grand Cayman and Falmouth. These weeklong experiences allow for even more family fun as guests make memories aboard their Disney cruise

ship and at port in renowned tropical destinations.

 

The Disney Fantasy will also sail a selection of special itineraries. In October, an eight-night voyage transports guests south to St. Kitts, Antigua and San Juan, Puerto Rico, while a six-night Western Caribbean itinerary includes calls on Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico. Both itineraries are capped off with a day at Castaway Cay. In December, two unique seven-night itineraries

include one cruise to San Juan, Tortola and Castaway Cay, and another voyage featuring two days on Disney’s private island after visits to Cozumel and Grand Cayman.

 

Disney Vacation Club Charter Cruises for 2019

Today, Disney Vacation Club announced the dates for two special members-only Disney Cruise Line charter cruises: a five-night Pacific Coast sailing aboard the Disney Wonder on May 15 and a seven-night cruise to Bermuda aboard the Disney Magic on Oct. 5. Bookings for both cruises open to Disney Vacation Club members on June 23, 2018.

 

To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, visit disneycruise.com, call Disney Cruise Line at 888-325-2500 or contact a travel agent.

Disney Cruise Line guests sailing aboard most 2019 Caribbean and Bahamian voyages will spend a day ashore at Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. In a setting of crystal-clear turquoise waters, powdery white-sand beaches and lush landscapes, the island offers activities for every member of the family. (David Roark, photographer)

Disney Cruise Line returns to New York in fall 2019 with sailings to luxurious Bermuda, the sun-kissed Bahamas and historic New Brunswick, Canada. Two seven-night sailings from New York treat guests to a double dose of pixie dust with a trip to Walt Disney World and Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. (Chloe Rice, photographer) In fall 2019, Disney Cruise Line returns to Galveston with a variety of itineraries to the Caribbean and the Bahamas. Guests sailing to the Bahamas will experience tropical beauty with a stop at Disney’s private island paradise, Castaway Cay. (Matt Stroshane, photographer) As part of Disney Cruise Line’s fall 2019 itineraries, the Disney Wonder will sail from San Diego to Baja and the Mexican Riviera with visits to Cabo San Lucas, a Mexican destination famous for its dramatic rock formations, white-sand beaches and sparkling turquoise waters. (Matt Stroshane, photographer) As part of Disney Cruise Line’s fall 2019 itineraries, the Disney Wonder will sail from San Diego to Baja and the Mexican Riviera with visits to Cabo San Lucas, a Mexican destination famous for its dramatic rock formations, white-sand beaches and sparkling turquoise waters. (Diana Zalucky, photographer) In fall 2019, the Disney Wonder sets sail from San Diego, California, to exciting ports of call in Baja and the Mexican Riviera. The Disney Wonder also returns to Galveston, Texas, with a variety of Caribbean and Bahamian itineraries, including visits to Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. (Todd Anderson, photographer

In fall 2019, Disney Cruise Line returns to Galveston with a variety of itineraries to the Caribbean and the Bahamas. Guests sailing to the Bahamas will experience tropical beauty with a stop at Disney’s private island paradise, Castaway Cay. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

As part of Disney Cruise Line’s fall 2019 itineraries, the Disney Wonder will sail from San Diego to Baja and the Mexican Riviera with visits to Cabo San Lucas, a Mexican destination famous for its dramatic rock formations, white-sand beaches and sparkling turquoise waters. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

As part of Disney Cruise Line’s fall 2019 itineraries, the Disney Wonder will sail from San Diego to Baja and the Mexican Riviera with visits to Cabo San Lucas, a Mexican destination famous for its dramatic rock formations, white-sand beaches and sparkling turquoise waters. (Diana Zalucky, photographer)

In fall 2019, the Disney Wonder sets sail from San Diego, California, to exciting ports of call in Baja and the Mexican Riviera. The Disney Wonder also returns to Galveston, Texas, with a variety of Caribbean and Bahamian itineraries, including visits to Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. (Todd Anderson, photographer)

In fall 2019, the Disney Magic sails to Bermuda, Bahamas and Canada from New York, followed by Bahamian and Caribbean voyages from Miami. Aboard the Disney Magic, guests can experience new spaces and experiences, including dining at Rapunzel’s Royal Table. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

The wearable technology known as MagicBand in Disney's theme parks will be coming to Disney Cruise Line as DisneyBand starting in summer 2023 on the Disney Wish!

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Summer 2023 is bound to be action-packed for Disney Cruise Line guests! Not only are we celebrating our 25th anniversary with an exciting array of new, themed offerings, but we are also excited to announce that the popular MagicBand+ technology used at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort will start to make its way to Disney Cruise Line, beginning with a preview opportunity on select Disney Wish sailings before it officially debuts. At Disney Cruise Line, we are calling it DisneyBand+.

With DisneyBand+, you’ll be able to unlock the hands-free conveniences of wearable technology on the high seas for the first time on a Disney cruise. With three Disney Cruise Line-exclusive designs to choose from, DisneyBand+ will be the perfect accessory for your Disney cruise vacation.

Keep reading to learn how the smart features of DisneyBand+ will enhance your cruise experience while providing magical surprises along the way!

DisneyBand+ will make unlocking your stateroom door, charging a sweet treat or a souvenir to your payment card on your stateroom folio as easy as tapping your wrist. And no matter where your vacation takes you, you can be assured that your DisneyBand+ is adventure-proof. Wear it while you cool off at the pool, go snorkeling at Disney Castaway Cay or take a thrilling plunge on AquaMouse!

Even the littlest explorers can experience the magic of DisneyBand+. Children ages 3 and up can also use their bands in lieu of the Oceaneer Club Band to access kids’ clubs including Disney’s Oceaneer Club while onboard and Scuttle’s Cove at Castaway Cay.

Whether you’re meeting a favorite Disney character or striking a pose in front of the iconic Disney Cruise Line red funnel, onboard photographers around the ship are ready to capture your favorite vacation memories. And with one simple tap, you can easily link your photos to your stateroom making it easy to view and purchase photos during your cruise.

The fun doesn’t stop there! Wearing your DisneyBand+ will allow you to discover enchanting surprises throughout your cruise, so keep your eyes peeled for extra moments of magic. Plus, it is rechargeable — making it the perfect accessory for your future Disney vacation experiences, including Disney cruises and visits to Disney Parks and Disney Resort hotels.

Disney has announced the next new cruise ship in the fleet - the Disney Destiny!

https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/03/disney-cruise-line-reveals-name-and-theme-of-next-ship-sailing-in-2025/

The Disney Destiny, sister to the Disney Wish and Disney Treasure, will have a first-of-its-kind design theme, “Heroes and Villains,” drawing on the legacies of beloved Disney stories, characters and theme park attractions.

The Disney Cruise Line and Walt Disney Imagineering teams were inspired by the dynamic duality of every great Disney story when developing this new ship, where opposing forces of light and dark drive characters to rise to their purpose. Onboard, guests will encounter heroes and villains alike – including those from beloved Walt Disney Animation stories like “The Lion King,” “Hercules” and “One Hundred and One Dalmatians” – within spaces, experiences and entertainment throughout their voyage.

Minnie Mouse embodies the spirit of the Disney Destiny in this brand-new filigree artwork for the bow of the ship, continuing a beloved Disney Cruise Line design tradition. Donning a heroic new ensemble – cape and all! – and a valiant pose, she will boldly lead guests on epic cruise vacations.

The Disney Destiny also reached a new construction milestone today with the keel laying ceremony at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, which is a maritime tradition designed to bestow good luck upon the ship. The ship is scheduled for delivery in 2025 as part of a multi-year expansion of the Disney Cruise Line fleet that includes the Disney Wish and Disney Treasure, the Disney Adventure that will homeport in Singapore, and the new island destination in The Bahamas, Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. 

Not to poop on the parade or anything, but back when I worked for Carnival Cruise Lines, the Carnival Destiny was known amongst the crew as The Death Star.  It was plagued with problems, constant leaks, etc.  There's a reason they gave it a massive overhaul and renamed it to Sunshine.  The name is cursed.  I wish better luck for Disney.