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Disney Cruise Line 2026 Itineraries Announced

Disney Cruise Line annouced late 2025 and early 2026 itineraries. Book in advance and save.

Disney Cruise Line (DCL) released sailings from fall 2025 to spring 2026. Four ships—Disney Fantasy, Disney Wish, Disney Treasure and Disney Dream—will regularly sail to one or both of Disney Cruise Line’s signature island destinations—Disney Castaway Cay and Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.

Itineraries include the Pacific Coast and Gulf of Mexico in late 2025 and early 2026, plus a third season of voyages will embark across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific on the Disney Wonder from October 2025 to February 2026.

As part of Disney Cruise Line’s collection of themed sailings, families can make memories on holiday cruises with Halloween on the High Seas and Very Merrytime sailings in September, October, November and December 2025.

Cruises include:

Bahama & Caribbean Sailings:

  • Three- to five-night sailings to the Bahamas from Port Canaveral, including Disney Castaway Cay and/or Disney Lookout Cay on Disney Fantasy, Disney Wish and Disney Magic (October 2025-May 2026).

  • Seven-night sailings to Castaway Cay and Eastern and Western Caribbean from Port Canaveral on Disney Treasure (October 2025-May 2026).

  • Three- to five-night sailings to the Bahamas from Fort Lauderdale including Disney Castaway Cay and/or Disney Lookout Cay on Disney Dream (October 2025-May 2026).

  • Seven-night sailings to the Bahamas and Eastern Caribbean from San Juan, Puerto Rico, on Disney Magic (October-November 2025)

Mexico Sailings:

  • Four- to seven-night Gulf of Mexico sailings from Galveston, Texas, including Cozumel and Progreso, Mexico on Disney Magic (October 2025-April 2026).

  • Three- to four-get Pacific Coast and Baja Peninsula sailings from San Diego, including Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico on Disney Wonder (March 2026-May 2026).

Australia and New Zealand Sailings:

  • Three- to 10-night sailings in Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific from Australia and New Zealand, including Wellington, New Zealand, and Hobart, Australia on Disney Wonder (October 2025-February 2026).

Themed Sailings:

  • Halloween on the High Seas: Select sailings in September and October. Very Merrytime Cruises: Selects sailings in November and December.

Bookings for the fall 2025 and spring 2026 seasons open to the public on June 28, 2024.  


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Marvel Day at Sea Returns to Disney Cruise Line in 2025

Marvel Day at Sea returns to the Disney Dream in 2025. Details you need to see!

Marvel Day at Sea is returning to the Disney Dream in 2025! Setting sail from January through early March from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Get ready to take a stand with fan favorites like Spider-Man, Captain Marvel, Captain America, Mighty Thor, Shang-Chi, Black Panther, Thor, Loki, Black Widow and more during a heroic day at sea.

Enjoy thrilling activities and one-of-a-kind entertainment—available on select 5-night cruises from Fort Lauderdale to The Bahamas and Western Caribbean.

This spectacular day at sea combines the fun and relaxation of a Disney cruise vacation with a thrilling extravaganza with fan-favorite Marvel Characters!

Guests are invited to experience the epic adventures of the legendary super heroes from the Marvel Universe during an unforgettable day at sea.

Marvel Day at Sea promises the largest collection of Marvel super heroes and villains assembled on a cruise ship.

Suit up as your favorite Marvel Super Hero or Villain and join other fans for an unforgettable day of heroic proportions.

This day-long celebration will feature entertainment for the whole family including super hero sightings, Marvel-themed activities and unique food and beverage offerings.

This day-long celebration will feature entertainment for the whole family including super hero sightings, Marvel-themed activities and unique food and beverage offerings.


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Disney Dream - Disney Cruise Line

The Disney Dream (Disney Cruise Line) offers immersive spaces that are perfectly designed for families, kids, and adults.

Disney Dream Cruise Ship Summary

The Disney Dream (Disney Cruise Line) offers immersive spaces that are perfectly designed for families, kids, and adults.

Disney Dream - Disney Cruise Line

The Disney Dream sails a variety of itineraries all over the world, including cruises to top European destinations in the summer season, voyages from New York City in the fall and Bahamas and Caribbean sailings from south Florida.

Disney Dream Interior - Atrium - Lobby

Onboard, a guest favorite is the AquaDuck, a 765-foot long water coaster that suspends riders high above the sea; get lost in a magical tale of love during an exclusive live performance of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast”; rediscover beloved stories, songs and characters during other Broadway-style stage spectaculars; and enjoy much-needed “me time” at dedicated kids’ clubs and adult escapes.


Why It’s Popular

  • Enchanting Entertainment: Delight in Broadway-caliber musicals, lively deck parties and fireworks at sea (fireworks on most cruises).

  • Spacious Staterooms: Designed for Families: extra space and storage, sitting area, and split bath to allow more people to get ready simultaneously.

  • Disney’s Private Island: Relax in paradise with beach chairs, umbrellas, waterslides and a buffet lunch (on most Bahamian and Caribbean cruises).

  • Variety of Dining Options: Enjoy upscale restaurants, buffets, poolside snacks and 24-hour room service.

  • Imaginative Youth Clubs: Play in themed clubs for every age, staffed by specially trained Disney counselors.

  • Nightclubs & Lounges: Discover adults-only areas that include a variety of bars and pubs.

  • Pools & Recreation: Splash it up in freshwater pools and waterslides at sea.


Disney Dream shows and entertainment

Entertainment

From dazzling stage shows to over-the-top deck parties, entertainment aboard the Disney Dream is designed to delight the entire family. Broadway-style stage spectaculars delight audiences in the lavish Walt Disney Theatre, one of which is exclusively presented aboard the Disney Dream.

Disney Dream shows
  • “Beauty and the Beast” brings Belle’s enchanting adventure to the Walt Disney Theatre stage in a whole new way by incorporating imaginative elements from the live-action film and the classic animated feature. Guests are invited to experience this tale as old as time like never before, as they are whisked away on a magical journey to discover the power of transformation in this Broadway-style musical that is exclusive to the Disney Dream.

  • “Disney’s Believe” features a cast of beloved characters who help a father dedicated to his work as a botanist discover that there is something far more important to tend to than his plants.

  • “The Golden Mickeys” is a Hollywood-style awards show celebrating the musical heritage of Disney animated films with spectacular songs and special appearances from Mickey and friends.

There are also movies shown in the Walt Disney Theatre, as well as up on deck by the family pool and in the Buena Vista Theatre, a cinema with plush stadium-style seats that screens first-run movies and digital 3-D films.

On select itineraries, there’s an evening brimming with buccaneer fun during the “Pirates IN the Caribbean” celebration. An interactive show featuring Jack Sparrow culminates in a fireworks spectacular choreographed to the dramatic musical score from the “Pirates of the Caribbean” movies. This is a family-friendly bash featuring electrifying music, stunning visuals and special effects.

disney dream fireworks at sea

The Disney Dream continues the Disney Cruise Line tradition of age-appropriate fun for kids of all ages in specially designated spaces just for them:

  • Disney’s Oceaneer Club transports kids ages 3 to 12 to the magical lands of Disney fairies, courageous superheroes, adventuresome toys, undersea exploration, and Force-filled characters that are out of this world.

  • Disney’s Oceaneer Lab is a nautical wonderland where children ages 3 to 12 embark on a journey of discovery with arts and crafts, gaming, and counselor-led activities.

  • It’s a Small World Nursery is a whimsical world for infants and toddlers up to age 3 where they are safely cared for by trained Disney counselors.

  • Vibe (ages 14 to 17) and Edge (ages 11 to 14) are ultra-cool teens and tween hangouts with comfy couches, music, video games, and other chill-out necessities.

At Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, aspiring young princesses and knights become Disney royalty with the help of a fairy godmother-in-training.

When the pirate deck party is on the evening schedule, the space transforms into The Pirate League, where young sailors can unleash their inner buccaneer with a piratical makeover.

Entertainment for Adults on the Disney Dream

On the Disney Dream, guests step into a domain that’s all their own at The District—an extraordinary adult-exclusive nighttime entertainment neighborhood that features trendy and sophisticated bars and lounges.

Disney Dream bars and lounges
  • Skyline is an ever-changing venue that celebrates some of the world’s most famous cities. Tall “windows” along one wall give guests a birds-eye view of stunning city skylines such as Paris, Rio, New York, Chicago and Hong Kong.

  • Pink: Wine and Champagne Bar is an intimate cocktail bar serving top-shelf wines and liquor as well as champagne.

  • Evolution is the premiere venue and the main club for adult guests, bringing a piece of big-city nightlife to the high seas.

  • Pub 687 is a warm and welcoming environment – a modern interpretation of a traditional pub. The casual setting is perfect for guests to kick back and watch live sports and major broadcast events on one of several flat-screen televisions.

  • District Lounge is the first entertainment venue upon entering The District. Here, guests find a stylish, relaxed atmosphere with comfortable, contoured seating and an open floor plan.


Dining on the Disney Dream

Enjoying the three uniquely themed family restaurants aboard the Disney Dream is convenient and hassle-free, as guests “rotate” through the restaurants each night accompanied by the same serving team for a variety of menus and cuisines and friendly, personalized service.

Restaurants and dining onboard the DIsney Dream

Royal Palace, is an exquisite dining room perfect for any king or queen.

Enchanted Garden, is a transformative oasis inspired by the gardens of Versailles; and Animator’s Palate, a Disney Cruise Line signature restaurant, is the perfect setting for delicious dining with a magical Disney twist.

While dining at Animator’s Palate, families are immersed in a vivid undersea environment during “Undersea Magic,” where Crush makes a special guest appearance and engages in live impromptu interactions with guests as he swims around the restaurant.

Two adult-exclusive restaurants – Palo, specializing in modern Italian cuisine, and Remy, an upscale and romantic dining experience serving French-inspired cuisine – feature stunning ocean views and a formal, romantic ambiance.


Disney Dream Staterooms

There are a variety of staterooms on the Disney Dream. Veranda Staterooms are the most popular. For additional space and occupancy, Disney offers Deluxe Family Oceanview Staterooms.

Disney Cruise Line has thought of everything to ensure first-rate comfort and convenience during your voyage. Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah design features include:

  • A sitting area with a couch, TV and desk

  • A heavy privacy curtain to separate the sitting and sleeping areas

  • A “split bath”: a bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower and round tub and a half bathroom with a vanity, sink and toilet (in all but accessible rooms and Category 4E)

  • Elevated wooden bed frames for under-bed storage of suitcases and other large items

  • A leather-upholstered ottoman with hollow inside storage

  • Attractive yet functional cabinetry in the living area

And to kids’ delight, a mural of Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Wendy and her brothers soaring through a starry sky reveals itself when the upper-berth bed is pulled down!

Stateroom Categories on the Disney Dream

  • Deluxe Oceanview Verandah - Sleeps 3 to 4

  • Deluxe Family Oceanview Verandah - Sleeps 4 to 6

  • Oceanview Stateroom - Sleeps 3 to 4

  • Oceanview Family with 1 or 2 portholes- Sleeps 4 to 5

  • Inside (no outside view) - Sleeps 3 to 4

disney dream inside stateroom

Pool and Recreation on the Disney Dream

Like all Disney Cruise Line ships, the Disney Dream boasts separate pools for children, families, and adults. Other fun in the sun includes:

  • AquaDuck, a 765-foot long twisting-and-turning water coaster.

  • Nemo’s Reef, a special splash-and-play area for little ones up to age 3.

  • Goofy’s Sports Deck, features a nine-hole miniature golf course and sports simulators.

At the luxurious Senses Spa & Salon, adults ages 18 and older can indulge spa treatments, massages, manicures, pedicures, and a rainforest-themed aromatherapy steam room and sauna. The fitness center is well-appointed with state-of-the-art equipment and offers personal training sessions and instructional classes in yoga, Pilates, aerobics and more.


Ship Details

Birthplace Meyer Werft – Papenburg, Germany

Maiden Voyage  Jan. 26, 2011

Home Port Port Canaveral, Fla.

Ship’s Registry  Bahamas

Tonnage 130,000 gross tons

Length 1,115 feet

Height 216 feet

Speed 22 knots cruising speed (maximum 23.5 knots)

Crew 1,458

Passenger Decks 14

Capacity  4,000 passengers

Staterooms 1,250

  • 150 Inside Staterooms (12%)

  • 1,100 Outside Staterooms (88%)

    • 199 ocean view

    • 901 verandah (includes 21 suites)

Itineraries

  • Three-, four- and five-night Bahamian itineraries departing from Port Canaveral, Florida.

Main Public Areas

  • Atrium Lobby – Deck 3

  • Walt Disney Theatre (1,340 capacity; live original productions) – Decks 3 and 4

  • Buena Vista Theatre (399 capacity; motion pictures) – Decks 4 and 5

  • Preludes theatre concessions – Deck 3

  • Bon Voyage atrium lobby bar – Deck 3

  • Vista Café – Deck 4

  • Shutters (Capturing Memories) photo gallery – Deck 4

  • Vista Gallery art gallery – Deck 4

  • Disney Vacation Planning Center – Deck 5

  • Guest Services – Deck 3

  • Port Adventures – Deck 5

 Family Areas

  • D Lounge – Deck 4

  • Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique – Deck 5

  • AquaDuck water coaster – entrance on Deck 12

  • Goofy’s Sports deck – Deck 13

  • Donald’s Pool family pool – Deck 11

  • Mickey’s Pool children’s pool – Deck 11

  • Nemo’s Reef water-play area – Deck 11

  • Vanellope’s Sweets and Treats – Deck 11

  • Mickey’s Mainsail, Sea Treasures, White Caps retail shops – Deck 3

  • Whozits & Whatzits retail shop – Deck 11

 Youth Areas

  • it’s a small world nursery – Deck 5

  • Disney’s Oceaneer Club – Deck 5

  • Disney’s Oceaneer Lab – Deck 5

  • Vibe teen club – Deck 5

  • Edge tween club – Deck 13

 Adult Areas

  • The District – Deck 4

  • Skyline bar

  • Pink: Wine and Champagne Bar

  • Evolution night club

  • Pub 687

  • District Lounge

  • Senses Spa & Salon – Deck 11

  • Senses Juice Bar – Deck 11

  • Quiet Cove Pool – Deck 11

  • Cove Bar – Deck 11

  • Cove Café – Deck 11

  • Meridian bar – Deck 12

  • Waves bar – Deck 12

  • Currents bar – Deck 13

  • Satellite Sun Deck – Deck 13

Dining

  • Enchanted Garden main dining (696 capacity) – Deck 2

  • Animator’s Palate main dining (696 capacity) – Deck 3

  • Royal Palace main dining (696 capacity) – Deck 3

  • Remy adult-exclusive fine dining (68 capacity) – Deck 12

  • Palo adult-exclusive fine dining (128 inside / 16 outside capacity) – Deck 12

  • Cabanas casual dining – Deck 11

  • Flo’s Café: Luigi’s Pizza, Tow Mater’s Grill, Fillmore’s Favorites quick service – Deck 11

  • Eye Scream ice cream – Deck 11

  • Frozone Treats smoothies – Deck 11

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2 Offers for Disney Cruise Line Available Now

Love a good sail? Here are 2 offers for Disney Cruise Line plus an onboard credit from me!

Disney+ Subscriber Offer

Disney+ subscribers can book a special offer for Disney Cruise Line plus receive an onboard cruise credit from Magical Vacations Travel!

If you’re a Disney+ subscriber, your 3rd and 4th guests sail FREE with two full-fare guests in the same stateroom on select Disney Cruise Line voyages!

 
 

This offer available for select staterooms and sailings on the following ships

Disney Magic

Disney Dream

Disney Fantasy

For cruises departing: January 2023 - April 2023

Taxes, fees and port expenses for each guest will be included with your quote. Disney Wish is excluded from this offer.

Onboard Credit Offer from magical vacations travel

When you book with me, you’ll receive an onboard credit to spend towards extras like upgraded dining, spa treatments at Senses Spa and Salon, excursions, beverages and more. The onboard credit is based on the total cost of the cruise. Request your quote today to see what your onboard credit will be!

The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited.

The following sailings are not eligible for this offer:

  • Disney Magic: Jan. 2 & March 13 & 27, 2023

  • Disney Dream: Jan. 2 & April 10, 2023

  • Disney Fantasy: March 11 & 25, 2023

Taxes, fees and port expenses for each guest are will be included with your quote.


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Limited Time Savings on the Disney Dream This Fall from Miami

Now is your chance to save big on a Disney cruise from Miami, Florida onboard the Disney Dream! Save up to 35% for a limited time on sailings this fall. Plus get an onboard credit from Magical Vacations Travel!

Contact me here to plan your Disney Cruise and to save big.

SAVE UP TO 35% ON SELECT SAILINGS FROM MIAMI ON DISNEY CRUISE LINE

Category VGT (Guaranteed). This means you're guaranteed to be assigned a verandah stateroom, but you won't know which one it is until just before your sail date. It’s like booking a hotel room, you’re guaranteed a room and category, but the room is assigned when you check in.

The advantage of a Guarantee booking is that they are priced lower than the traditional rate for that category of stateroom.

4-NIGHT BAHAMIAN CRUISE

November 3, 2022 Disney Dream $728 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.

December 29, 2022 Disney Dream $1,580 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.



4-NIGHT HALLOWEEN ON THE HIGH SEAS BAHAMIAN CRUISE

September 19, 2022 Disney Dream $600 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $109 per person not included.

October 6, 2022 Disney Dream $772 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.

October 20, 2022 Disney Dream $728 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.



4-NIGHT VERY MERRYTIME BAHAMIAN CRUISE

November 17, 2022 Disney Dream $728 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.

December 1, 2022 Disney Dream $720 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.

December 15, 2022 Disney Dream $760 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.



5-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE

November 7, 2022 Disney Dream $860 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $122 per person not included.



5-NIGHT HALLOWEEN ON THE HIGH SEAS WESTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE

October 1, 2022 Disney Dream $900 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $121 per person not included.

October 10, 2022 Disney Dream $935 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $122 per person not included.

October 15, 2022 Disney Dream $865 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $121 per person not included.

October 24, 2022 Disney Dream $845 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $122 per person not included.

October 29, 2022 Disney Dream $845 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $121 per person not included.



5-NIGHT VERY MERRYTIME BAHAMIAN CRUISE WITH 2 STOPS AT DISNEY CASTAWAY CAY

November 21, 2022 Disney Dream $1,515 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.

December 19, 2022 Disney Dream $1,270 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.



5-NIGHT VERY MERRYTIME WESTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE

November 26, 2022 Disney Dream $860 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $121 per person not included.

December 5, 2022 Disney Dream $870 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $126 per person not included.

December 10, 2022 Disney Dream $905 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $121 per person not included.

December 24, 2022 Disney Dream $1,875 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $121 per person not included.


Important Details

Important Details on Inside Category with Restrictions, Oceanview Category with Restrictions and Verandah Category with Restrictions (Category IGT, OGT and VGT)

  • Valid for new bookings only

  • Full payment is required at the time of booking for all Guests and is non-refundable.

  • Full legal names of all Guests are required at time of booking and no name changes are allowed.

  • Specific stateroom will be assigned at a later time, based on availability.

  • Rate does not include gratuities or Port Adventures.

  • Not combinable with Disney Vacation Club Points.

  • The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited.

  • This offer cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts.

  • Rates are in U.S. dollars.

  • Offer subject to Disney Cruise Line Terms and Conditions.



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Darren is a Disney-focused travel agent with Magical Vacations Travel and has over 13 years of experience. Readers of the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World rate him as a Best of the Best Disney Travel Agent. Darren is also an Orlando-based travel writer with topics ranging from theme parks to cruise lines.


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