Think a Disney cruise is just for kids? Think again! There is so much for adults on Disney Cruise Line, whether you decide to drop the kids off in the complimentary kids club or leave them home altogether.
Here are our ten favorite things for adults on Disney Cruise Line:
Serenity Bay at Disney’s Castaway Cay: Serenity Bay is the beautiful adults only beach on Disney’s private island paradise, Castaway Cay. You can stick your toes in the sand, enjoy a drink, or swim at this picture perfect beach. There’s even an adults only BBQ with a little more variety than Cookies BBQ and Cookies Too BBQ.
Adults Only Dining Palo (and Remy): All four Disney ships have Palo, an adults only restaurant. Both the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy also offer an adults only dining experience at Remy. With spectacular views and fine dining for a small upcharge, this experience is a “must do.”
Beverage Tastings: Disney offers a variety of beverage tastings for guests age 21 and over. You can choose from beer tastings, bourbon tastings, mixology classes, and so many more.
Movies in the Buena Vista Theatre: You can watch first-run films in addition to classic Disney films and popular motion-picture releases in the Buena Vista Theatre. New Disney movies debut at sea at the same time as on land with Disney!
Live Shows in the Walt Disney Theatre: The Walt Disney Theatre has some incredible, Broadway style performances. Be sure not to miss “Beauty and the Beast” on the Disney Dream, “Frozen, A Musical Spectacular” on the Disney Wonder, “Tangled: The Musical” on the Disney Magic, and “Disney’s Aladdin- A Musical Spectacular” on the Disney Fantasy.
Senses Spa & Salon: You can have the ultimate pampering and relaxing cruise when you treat yourself to an appointment at Senses Spa and Salon. From massages and facials to manicures and pedicures, there’s a treatment for everyone to enjoy. You can even purchase a Rainforest Spa pass to enjoy the showers, heated loungers, and whirlpool spas.
Fitness Center: Whether you want to try to work off some of the delicious food you eat during your cruise at the gym or try a class with fellow cruisers, there are plenty of ways to stay in shape and still take in those breathtaking ocean views.
Quiet Cove Pool: This adults only oasis offers both a main pool and whirlpool spas in addition to drinks like cocktails and specialty coffees for the ultimate relaxing day.
Adults Only Excursions: Almost all Disney Cruise Line sailings offer adults only excursions. Whether you want to dive to the bottom of the ocean or enjoy a massage on the beach, you can find the perfect adventure for you.
Lounges and nightclubs: All four ships offer multiple nightclubs and lounges where you can enjoy a drink, live music, and other entertainment and activities.
What are your favorite adult activities on a Disney cruise?
You can visit some amazing destinations all over the world while only having to unpack once with Disney Cruise Line. Whether you are looking for a tropical getaway, an adventure to the scenic glaciers of Alaska, or a way to take in the history and culture of Europe, Disney Cruise Line can take you there. Outside of the incredible places that you can visit during your cruise, there are some unique features exclusive to Disney Cruise Line that make it a great vacation for the whole family.
Here are the top five things that we love about Disney Cruise Line:
Castaway Cay: Castaway Cay is Disney’s private island paradise in the Bahamas. You get to stop here on all of Disney’s Bahamian and Caribbean cruises out of Florida. This island offers a family beach, adults only beach, kids club, two play areas, Disney characters, and so much more. Plus, most of the food and drinks are included with your cruise fare so you can enjoy the day without added expense.
Food (and drinks): All of your meals, including room service, are included with your cruise fare. We’re not talking about basic theme park food, either. You can choose simple options like burgers or pizza for lunch, but your dinners are fine dining experiences. And who wouldn’t love the unlimited ice cream onboard?!
Kids clubs: With special programming available all day and one-of-a-kind spaces designed just for them, chances are that your kids your kids won’t want to leave Disney’s Oceaneer Club or Lab! Your kids can pilot the Millenium Falcon on the Disney Dream, partake in the MARVEL Super Hero Academy on the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, and Disney Fantasy, or join Anna, Elsa, and Olaf for Frozen fun on the Disney Wonder.
Pirate Night: Exclusive to Disney Cruise Line, Pirate Night offers a themed dinner menu, unique programming, and the only fireworks at sea! With the whole family encouraged to dress up to partake in this special evening, it is a one-of-a-kind experience that only Disney can offer.
Onboard Entertainment: There are special activities from morning until night on a Disney cruise and most require no additional cost. From character meet and greets (without the crazy lines in the theme parks), movies, Broadway-style evening shows, and more, you’ll never find yourself without anything to do on a Disney cruise.
There are so many things to love about Disney Cruise Line! What is your favorite part of a Disney cruise?
Get ready to set sail with Disney Cruise Line to visit exciting destinations including Greece, Alaska, the Bahamas, and the Caribbean! Disney has just announced summer 2020 Disney Cruise Line itineraries and the Disney Magic will be returning to Greece after a five year break!
You can view all of the summer 2020 Disney Cruise Line itineraries and sailing dates below:
The Caribbean
Whether you’re looking for a short escape or a weeklong vacation at sea, our 2020 Caribbean lineup has you covered! The Disney Fantasy will be sailing a variety of new itineraries in the summer of 2020! In addition to seven-night eastern and western Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral, the Disney Fantasy will embark on five- and nine-night Caribbean sailings.
Western Caribbean
2020 Disney Fantasy 7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral: 6/6, 6/20, 7/18, 8/1, 8/15
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: At Sea Day 3: Cozumel, Mexico Day 4: Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands Day 5: Falmouth, Jamaica Day 6: At Sea Day 7: Disney Castaway Cay Day 8: Port Canaveral, Florida
2020 Disney Fantasy 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral: 7/6
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: At Sea Day 3: Cozumel, Mexico Day 4: At Sea Day 5: Disney Castaway Cay Day 6: Port Canaveral, Florida
2020 Disney Fantasy 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral: 9/7
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: Disney Castaway Cay Day 3: At Sea Day 4: Cozumel, Mexico Day 5: At Sea Day 6: Port Canaveral, Florida
2020 Disney Fantasy 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral: 9/19
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: At Sea Day 3: Cozumel, Mexico Day 4: At Sea Day 5: Disney Castaway Cay Day 6: Port Canaveral, Florida
2020 Disney Fantasy 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral: 9/29
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: At Sea Day 3: Cozumel, Mexico Day 4: At Sea Day 5: Disney Castaway Cay Day 6: Port Canaveral, Florida
Eastern Caribbean
2020 Disney Fantasy 7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral: 6/13, 7/11, 7/25, 8/8, 9/12
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: At Sea Day 3: At Sea Day 4: Tortola, British Virgin Islands Day 5: St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands Day 6: At Sea Day 7: Disney Castaway Cay Day 8: Port Canaveral, Florida
2020 Disney Fantasy 9-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral: 6/27
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: At Sea Day 3: At Sea Day 4: Basseterre, St. Kitts Day 5: Forte-de-France, Martinique Day 6: St. John’s, Antigua Day 7: St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands Day 8: At Sea Day 9: Disney Castaway Cay Day 10: Port Canaveral, Florida
The Bahamas
Set sail on the Disney Dream or Disney Fantasy for a tropical Bahamian getaway from Port Canaveral. Select itineraries will whisk you off to a variety of idyllic destinations, including Castaway Cay, Disney’s private island paradise.
2020 Disney Dream 4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral: 6/1, 6/8, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 9/14, 9/28
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: Nassau, Bahamas Day 3: Disney Castaway Cay Day 4: At Sea Day 5: Port Canaveral, Florida
2020 Disney Dream 5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral with 2 Stops at Castaway Cay: 6/12, 6/26
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: Disney Castaway Cay Day 3: Nassau, Bahamas Day 4: Disney Castaway Cay Day 5: At Sea Day 6: Port Canaveral, Florida
2020 Disney Dream 5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral with 2 Stops at Castaway Cay: 6/21, 7/5
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: Disney Castaway Cay Day 3: Nassau, Bahamas Day 4: Disney Castaway Cay Day 5: At Sea Day 6: Port Canaveral, Florida
2020 Disney Dream 3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral: 6/5, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 9/18, 9/25
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: Nassau, Bahamas Day 3: Disney Castaway Cay Day 4: Port Canaveral, Florida
2020 Disney Dream 4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral with 2 Stops at Castaway Cay: 6/17, 7/1
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: Disney Castaway Cay Day 3: Nassau, Bahamas Day 4: Disney Castaway Cay Day 5: Port Canaveral, Florida
2020 Disney Fantasy 3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral: 8/22
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: At Sea Day 3: Disney Castaway Cay Day 4: Port Canaveral, Florida
2020 Disney Fantasy 3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral with 2 Stops at Castaway Cay: 8/25, 8/28
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: Disney Castaway Cay Day 3: Disney Castaway Cay Day 4: Port Canaveral, Florida
2020 Disney Fantasy 4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral: 8/31
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: Nassau, Bahamas Day 3: Disney Castaway Cay Day 4: At Sea Day 5: Port Canaveral, Florida
2020 Disney Fantasy 3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral: 9/4
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: Nassau, Bahamas Day 3: Disney Castaway Cay Day 4: Port Canaveral, Florida
2020 Disney Dream 4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral: 9/21
Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: Disney Castaway Cay Day 3: Nassau, Bahamas Day 4: At Sea Day 5: Port Canaveral, Florida
2020 Disney Fantasy 5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral with 2 Stops at Castaway Cay: 9/24 Day 1: Port Canaveral, Florida Day 2: At Sea Day 3: Disney Castaway Cay Day 4: Nassau, Bahamas Day 5: Disney Castaway Cay Day 6: Port Canaveral, Florida
Alaska
In 2020, the Disney Wonder will return to “The Last Frontier” for the summer season, opening up a world of breathtaking natural vistas, magnificent glaciers and awe-inspiring wildlife. These seven-night itineraries depart from Vancouver, Canada, with visits to Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan, Icy Strait Point and Dawes Glacier. Each sailing features fun and adventure both in port and on the ship, from stunning scenery and one-of-a-kind Port Adventures in each destination to special touches that bring the splendor and spirit of Alaska to life onboard.
Day 1: Vancouver (British Columbia), Canada Day 2: At Sea Day 3: Dawes Glacier, Alaska Day 4: Skagway, Alaska Day 5: Juneau, Alaska Day 6: Ketchikan, Alaska Day 7: At Sea Day 8: Vancouver (British Columbia), Canada
2020 Disney Wonder 7-Night Alaskan Cruise from Vancouver: 7/20, 9/7
Day 1: Vancouver (British Columbia), Canada Day 2: At Sea Day 3: Dawes Glacier, Alaska Day 4: Icy Strait Point, Alaska Day 5: Juneau, Alaska Day 6: Ketchikan, Alaska Day 7: At Sea Day 8: Vancouver (British Columbia), Canada
Europe
If Europe is on your bucket list, the summer of 2020 is the time to go!
Three special Mediterranean cruises from Rome offer a selection of destinations in Greece, combined with visits to other notable cities in the region. Stops in Piraeus, the gateway to Athens; Katakolon, near ancient Olympia; and the islands of Santorini, Mykonos and Crete highlight these itineraries. Two of the sailings give you the opportunity to visit Sicily, where you can visit landmarks such as Mount Etna, the highest and most active volcano in Europe, or the Piazza del Duomo, the city’s historic center. The third cruise features a return to the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” Dubrovnik, Croatia.
The Mediterranean cruises aren’t the only European itineraries with new ports of call. The Disney Magic’s grand tour of Europe in the summer of 2020 includes new stops in Gdynia, Poland; Nordfjordeid, Norway; Plymouth, England; and Zeebrugge, Belgium, offering you new ways to see the Baltic, British Isles and Norwegian fjords.
2020 Magic 12-Night Eastbound Transatlantic Cruise from Miami to Barcelona:5/11
Day 1: Miami, Florida Day 2: At Sea Day 3: At Sea Day 4: At Sea Day 5: At Sea Day 6: At Sea Day 7: At Sea Day 8: Ponta Delgada (Azores), Portugal Day 9: At Sea Day 10: Lisbon, Portugal Day 11: Cadiz, Spain Day 12: At Sea Day 13: Barcelona, Spain
2020 Disney Magic 7-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona: 5/23
Day 1: Barcelona, Spain Day 2: At Sea Day 3: Salerno (Pompeii), Italy Day 4: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Day 5: Livorno (Florence, Pisa), Italy Day 6: Villefranche (Monte Carlo, Cannes, Nice), France Day 7: At Sea Day 8: Barcelona, Spain
2020 Disney Magic 7-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona: 5/30
Day 1: Barcelona, Spain Day 2: At Sea Day 3: Naples (Pompeii), Italy Day 4: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Day 5: Livorno (Florence, Pisa), Italy Day 6: Toulon (Provence), France Day 7: At Sea Day 8: Barcelona, Spain
2020 Disney Magic 7-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona to Civitavecchia (Rome): 6/6
Day 1: Barcelona, Spain Day 2: Toulon (Provence), France Day 3: Villefranche (Monte Carlo, Cannes, Nice), France Day 4: Genoa (Milan), Italy Day 5: Livorno (Florence, Pisa), Italy Day 6: At Sea Day 7: Naples (Pompeii), Italy Day 8: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
2020 Disney Magic 9-Night Mediterranean with Greek Isles Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome): 6/13
Day 1: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Day 2: Messina (Sicily), Italy Day 3: At Sea Day 4: Santorini, Greece Day 5: Piraeus (Athens), Greece Day 6: Mykonos, Greece Day 7: Heraklion (Crete), Greece Day 8: At Sea Day 9: Naples (Pompeii), Italy Day 10: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
2020 Disney Magic 9-Night Mediterranean with Greek Isles Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome): 6/22
Day 1: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Day 2: At Sea Day 3: Dubrovnik, Croatia Day 4: Katakolon, Greece Day 5: Santorini, Greece Day 6: Piraeus (Athens), Greece Day 7: Mykonos, Greece Day 8: At Sea Day 9: Naples (Pompeii), Italy Day 10: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
2020 Disney Magic 12-Night Mediterranean with Greek Isles Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome) to Barcelona: 7/1
Day 1: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Day 2: Messina (Sicily), Italy Day 3: At Sea Day 4: Santorini, Greece Day 5: Piraeus (Athens), Greece Day 6: Mykonos, Greece Day 7: At Sea Day 8: Naples (Pompeii), Italy Day 9: Olbia (Sardinia), Italy Day 10: Livorno (Florence, Pisa), Italy Day 11: Cannes, France Day 12: At Sea Day 13: Barcelona, Spain
2020 Disney Magic 5-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona: 7/13
Day 1: Barcelona, Spain Day 2: Cannes, France Day 3: Livorno (Florence, Pisa), Italy Day 4: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy Day 5: At Sea Day 6: Barcelona, Spain
2020 Disney Magic 7-Night Western Europe Cruise from Barcelona to Dover: 7/18
Day 1: Barcelona, Spain Day 2: Cartagena, Spain Day 3: At Sea Day 4: Lisbon, Portugal Day 5: Vigo, Spain Day 6: At Sea Day 7: Portland (Stonehenge), England Day 8: Dover, England
2020 Disney Magic 11-Night Northern Europe Cruise from Dover to Copenhagen:7/25
Day 1: Dover, England Day 2: Amsterdam, Netherlands Day 3: At Sea Day 4: Rostock, Germany Day 5: Gdynia (Gdańsk), Poland Day 6: At Sea Day 7: St. Petersburg, Russia Day 8: St. Petersburg, Russia Day 9: Tallinn, Estonia Day 10: Stockholm, Sweden Day 11: At Sea Day 12: Copenhagen, Denmark
2020 Disney Magic 8-Night Northern Europe Cruise from Copenhagen: 8/5
Day 1: Copenhagen, Denmark Day 2: At Sea Day 3: Stockholm, Sweden Day 4: Helsinki, Finland Day 5: St. Petersburg, Russia Day 6: St. Petersburg, Russia Day 7: Tallinn, Estonia Day 8: At Sea Day 9: Copenhagen, Denmark
2020 Disney Magic 7-Night Northern Europe Cruise from Copenhagen: 8/13
Day 1: Copenhagen, Denmark Day 2: At Sea Day 3: Tallinn, Estonia Day 4: St. Petersburg, Russia Day 5: Helsinki, Finland Day 6: Stockholm, Sweden Day 7: At Sea Day 8: Copenhagen, Denmark
2020 Disney Magic 10-Night Northern Europe Cruise from Copenhagen to Dover:8/20
Day 1: Copenhagen, Denmark Day 2: Gothenburg, Sweden Day 3: Oslo, Norway Day 4: Stavanger, Norway Day 5: At Sea Day 6: At Sea Day 7: Reykjavik, Iceland Day 8: At Sea Day 9: Kirkwall (Orkney Islands), Scotland Day 10: At Sea Day 11: Dover, England
2020 Disney Magic 7-Night Norwegian Fjords Cruise from Dover: 8/30
Day 1: Dover, England Day 2: Amsterdam, Netherlands Day 3: At Sea Day 4: Nordfjordeid, Norway Day 5: Alesund, Norway Day 6: Stavanger, Norway Day 7: At Sea Day 8: Dover, England
2020 Disney Magic 7-Night British Isles Cruise from Dover: 9/6
Day 1: Dover, England Day 2: Plymouth, England Day 3: Cobh (Cork), Ireland Day 4: Liverpool, England Day 5: Greenock, Scotland Day 6: Dublin, Ireland Day 7: At Sea Day 8: Dover, England
2020 Disney Magic 5-Night Western Europe Cruise from Dover: 9/13
Day 1: Dover, England Day 2: Amsterdam, Netherlands Day 3: Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium Day 4: Le Havre (Paris), France Day 5: Le Havre (Paris), France Day 6: Dover, England
If you’re currently a Platinum, Gold or Silver Castaway Club member, take advantage of the opportunity to book one of these new cruises before they go on sale to the general public on March 7, 2019. You’ll be able to book early 2020 itineraries online or by phone during a designated booking window.
When to Book
March 4, 2019: Platinum Members
March 5, 2019: Platinum and Gold Members
March 6, 2019: Platinum, Gold and Silver Members
March 7, 2019: All Guests
Did you know that you can even take your Disney Cruise Line vacation to the next level with Adventures by Disney? Whether it’s a premium cruise upgrade complete with curated port excursions or an immersive city escape before the ship sets sail, these expertly tailored Adventures by Disney packages are the perfect way to create an unforgettable land-and-sea Disney cruise vacation.
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Premium Cruise Packages in Alaska, Europe and the Caribbean Guests sailing on select Disney Cruise Line itineraries can book an Adventures by Disney overlay to maximize port time, enhance onboard experiences and streamline logistics – it’s like an “easy button” for your vacation!
Throughout the voyage, knowledgeable Adventure Guides provide dedicated service both onboard and in port, as they lead guests on specially curated excursions, interactive activities and extraordinary adventures. Onboard the ship, guests enjoy unique experiences and premium amenities exclusive to Adventures by Disney, such as an intimate talkback session with Walt Disney Theatre cast members followed by a behind-the-scenes costume and prop activity.
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For the first time ever, Adventures by Disney packages can be booked for Caribbean cruises aboard the Disney Fantasy in summer 2020. These all-new offerings provide the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation with exclusive receptions and entertainment onboard and privately guided excursions in St. Thomas, Grand Cayman, Jamaica and more.
Best of all, Adventures by Disney guests on these special Caribbean sailings will enjoy enhanced recreation and entertainment, plus all-inclusive premium food and drinks, at Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay.
Other highlights in 2020 include a return to Alaska and popular packages in northern Europe and the Mediterranean, with the addition of experiences in the Greek Isles.
In 2019, Adventures by Disney will offer a brand-new Short Escape itinerary in London, where adventurers will revel in the royal treatment with VIP experiences in one of the world’s most iconic cities. The itinerary includes a private viewing of the royal Crown Jewels at the Tower of London, a high-speed boat ride along the River Thames and a privately guided tour of Westminster Abbey, the revered site of royal coronations and weddings. (Mark Ashman, photographer)
Pre-Cruise Escapes in Europe Adventures by Disney also offers pre-cruise vacations in Rome; London; Barcelona, Spain; and Copenhagen, Denmark. These two- to three-night Escapes feature unforgettable experiences in iconic cities, such as a private, after-hours visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel in Rome. Plus, activities like flamenco dancing, mosaic making and preparing local cuisine immerse families in the culture of each region.
Bookings for these summer 2020 Disney Cruise Line sailings and Adventures by Disney add-on packages open to the public on March 7, 2019.
Grab your cameras, sunscreen, and passports and start planning your summer 2020 Disney cruise today!
When you’re anticipating all of the fun you’ll have on your first Disney cruise, dinner may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But when you’re anticipating all of the fun you’ll have on your second Disney cruise, mealtime is likely top of mind.
In true Disney fashion, dinner on a Disney cruise is an experience in itself, one the entire family will enjoy. Chances are, mealtime will be a favorite part of your Disney Cruise Line vacation. Here are five reasons why …
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1. You dine in elaborately themed restaurants with a full course of fun. Watch your drawing come to life on the big screen or have a friendly conversation with Crush, the sea turtle from “Finding Nemo,” at Animator’s Palate. Step into an era of southern charm and street parties at Tiana’s Placeon the Disney Wonder. Visit the kingdom of Corona for a festive celebration with live musical performances at Rapunzel’s Royal Table on the Disney Magic. Each ship offers a unique dining experience you won’t find anywhere else.
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2. You are treated to a delicious three-course meal. Each restaurant serves a variety of world-class cuisine featuring market-fresh ingredients, and every meal includes a unique selection of hot and cold appetizers, delectable entrees and rich desserts. The best part? There’s never an up-charge for sumptuous menu items, like Wild Alaska Salmon, in the family dining rooms.
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3. You’ll have a different experience each night. With our innovative rotational dining concept, you get to enjoy all three of our family dining rooms. On cruises longer than three nights, you can dine in some of the restaurants a second time but with a new menu. You can also opt to eat at one of our adult-exclusive fine dining restaurants or dine on your own schedule at our casual dining restaurant, Cabanas.
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4. You can expect the same great service every night. Since your servers accompany you to the different family restaurants, you know you’ll have friendly, familiar and personalized service when you sit down for dinner. Not only will they know you by name, they’ll learn your dietary preferences, food allergies, likes and dislikes. Don’t be surprised if your beverage of choice is waiting for you when you arrive.
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5. Your kids will love it, too. With kid-friendly menu items, servers who perform magic tricks and restaurants sprinkled with a dash of pixie dust, your little ones will feel in their element. And happy kids equal happy parents, am I right? The perfect equation to make memories that last for a lifetime.
With the new year in full swing, we’re excited for Disney Cruise Line’s lineup of sailings from Port Canaveral! Disney Cruise Line is sailing year-round from this port on three-, four- and seven-night voyages to a variety of destinations in the Eastern and Western Caribbean and Bahamas, as well as a stop at Disney’s private island Castaway Cay.
Disney Cruise Line’s first homeport, Port Canaveral, remains one of their most popular departure points for family cruises. Here are just a few of the reasons why this Florida port is the perfect place to start your Disney cruise vacation:
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With the Disney Wonder, Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream all sailing from Port Canaveral in early 2019, Port Canaveral offers a variety of Disney cruises and experiences perfect for any family. Three ships in port and cruises spanning three, four and seven nights from January to May means a full menu of options to sail from Port Canaveral this year. Each ship has a variety of magical onboard experiences ranging from unique family dining to dynamic Broadway-style live musicals! You can also choose from a wide array of itineraries with sun-drenched beaches to the Bahamas and Eastern and Western Caribbean. Whether you’re looking for a weeklong Caribbean cruise vacation or a shorter Bahamian getaway to relax on the beach, Port Canaveral is the perfect place to begin!
Castaway Cay is Disney’s private island paradise in the tropical waters of the Bahamas, reserved exclusively for Disney Cruise Line guests. In a setting of crystal-clear turquoise waters, powdery white-sand beaches and lush landscapes, the 1,000-acre island offers one-of-a-kind areas and activities for every member of the family. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)
Every Disney cruise from Port Canaveral stops at Castaway Cay, our private island paradise in the Bahamas – the ideal getaway for families. Castaway Cay is reserved exclusively for our guests and outfitted for premium family leisure. Whether you’re seeking some adventure, relaxation or quality time with your family, this pristine island has something in store for you. With activities from stingray encounters and snorkeling to bike rentals and private cabanas – not to mention powdery white sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters and lush landscapes all around– your whole family will have countless ways to create amazing vacation memories!
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It’s close to the Walt Disney World Resort – the perfect place to start or end your vacation! Port Canaveral, near Orlando, is only a one-hour drive from Walt Disney World Resort, giving you the option to plan the perfect Disney vacation – both on land and at sea! We make combining a cruise and resort stay easier with options like motor coach transportation between the port and resort and luggage delivery from the resort to your stateroom. Plus, we’ll assist with booking your accommodations, theme park tickets and resort food package. Pretty convenient, right?
Ready to book your cruise out of “Florida’s Fun Port?” Check out which of Disney cruise from Port Canaveral is the best fit for you!
Disney Cruise Line raising the curtain on their Broadway-style live musicals! On every Disney cruise, you can see cruise ship entertainment reach new heights with the most elaborate productions at sea. Disney Cruise Line has taken the most imaginative elements from modern and classic Disney films to bring the stories you love to life on stage.
Here’s your complete guide to the captivating Disney Cruise Line musicals waiting for you on your Disney cruise!
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“Beauty and the Beast” (Disney Dream)
“Be our guest” for Disney Cruise Line’s original musical production of “Beauty and the Beast!” The first musical inspired by the live-action film, Disney’s creative minds joined forces with top Broadway artists to reinvent this story for the stage. An innovative take on the story transforms renowned songs into spectacular, show-stopping numbers, and lavish costumes and puppetry bring a fresh perspective to beloved characters. Audiences of all ages will be enchanted by characters and songs from the Disney classic, along with two musical numbers from the live-action movie.
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“Frozen, A Musical Spectacular” (Disney Wonder)
Enjoy a heartwarming tale of two sisters with “Frozen, A Musical Spectacular.” Based on the hit film “Frozen,” this musical shows the adventure of Anna and Elsa when an accident as children changes their lives forever. With catchy songs to state-of-the-art designs and technology, this original stage show is a flurry of fun for the whole family!
“Tangled: The Musical,” presented exclusively aboard the Disney Magic, combines a heartfelt story, an enchanting score and lavish production numbers to showcase the thrilling adventure of Rapunzel and Flynn Rider, as they face ruffians, thugs and a budding romance on an exhilarating journey of self-discovery. (Ryan Wendler, photographer)
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“Tangled: The Musical” (Disney Magic)
At last we see the light…only on the high seas! The animated Disney film “Tangled” comes to life on stage as the first adaptation of the endearing story we all love. We assembled an all-star creative team to develop this original Disney Cruise Line stage spectacular, which includes three new songs created exclusively for the show by Academy Award-winning composer Alan Menken and Grammy Award-winning lyricist Glenn Slater, along with pioneering puppetry created by master puppet designer Michael Curry.
New to the Disney Fantasy is the Broadway-style production “Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular.” The live stage show, performed in the 1,340-seat Walt Disney Theatre, features the cast from the classic animated Disney film, “Aladdin,” in a fast-paced musical comedy. Magic lamps, wise-cracking genies, princesses, evil wizards, a magic flying carpet scene and soaring music are all a part of this stage spectacular. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)
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“Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular” (Disney Fantasy)
From the big screen to the live stage, enjoy this uproarious performance based on the Disney film “Aladdin.” This mythical story of boy meets girl raises the bar with special effects and technology, which often spills the action into the aisles or above the audience. Enjoy your favorite songs from the movie, or delight in a new song for the production “To Be Free.”
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“Twice Charmed: An Original Twist on the Cinderella Story” (Disney Magic)
What if Cinderella never got a chance to slip on the glass slipper? Beginning where the classic film ended, “Twice Charmed” is a fresh new take on an original Disney story. This new musical combines pop and rock ‘n’ roll elements to create an enchanting score, featuring six original songs as well as classics like “Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo” and “A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes.”
“Disney Dreams … An Enchanted Classic” tells a bedtime story of a young girl who realizes the power of her dreams with the help of popular characters from beloved Disney features. On the Disney Magic, Anna, Elsa and Olaf from the animated hit “Frozen” make their stage show debut at sea during the Broadway-style production performed at the Walt Disney Theatre. (Kent Phillips, photographer)
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“Disney Dreams – An Enchanted Classic” (Disney Magic and Disney Wonder)
Journey through a bedtime story with a young girl as she learns to believe in magic through the power of her dreams. Delight as your favorite Disney characters tell their stories through rousing renditions of songs from “Pinocchio,” “Cinderella,” “Aladdin” and more. You’ll see the strength of positive thinking and how an encouraging attitude can affect the whole world.
Every night is show time at Walt Disney Theatre, an elegant, 1,340-seat palace onboard the Disney Dream that is equipped with advanced theatrical technology and state-of-the-art sound, lighting, staging and set design. Premiering on the Disney Dream and headlining the musical repertoire is Disney’s Believe, an original stage spectacular that combines a heartfelt story about a father and daughter with a captivating musical score, a comical and insightful performance by Genie from Disney’s “Aladdin” and appearances from more than 20 of Disney’s most beloved characters. (Gene Duncan, photographer)
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“Disney’s Believe” (Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream)
What does it take for a loving daughter to help her father see a life beyond work? Just a dash of Disney magic! Enjoy this spellbinding original musical about a workaholic who reconnects with his daughter with the help of Disney characters. This modern-day fable features some of the most memorable songs from “Peter Pan,” “Mary Poppins,” “The Lion King” and more.
“Disney Wishes” is a Disney Cruise Line stage spectacular, presented exclusively aboard the Disney Fantasy. The show, performed in the 1,340-seat Walt Disney Theatre, is a heartfelt story about three best friends who discover the secret to being a grown-up is staying connected to their inner child. Full-scale production numbers and special effects bring excitement to the stage as the cast performs original songs and classic Disney tunes with a contemporary twist, including “Honor to Us All” from “Mulan” featuring Mulan.
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“Disney Wishes” (Disney Fantasy)
Enjoy an enchanting musical about staying young at heart with “Disney Wishes.” Watch as a young trio of teens go on the “Ride of Their Lives” before graduation with some of their favorite Disney characters. Bask in full-scale production numbers from “Lilo & Stitch,” “The Jungle Book,” “Mulan” and more, all with a captivating, contemporary twist.
Every night is show time at Walt Disney Theatre, an elegant, 1,340-seat palace onboard the Disney Dream that is equipped with advanced theatrical technology and state-of-the-art sound, lighting, staging and set design. The Golden Mickeys is a Disney Cruise Line guest favorite and an award-style show celebrating the musical heritage of Disney animated films. This production showcases an extra sprinkle of glitz and glamour on the Disney Dream with new musical numbers, enhanced technology and dazzling special effects. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)
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“The Golden Mickeys” (Disney Wonder and Disney Dream)
You’re invited to a Hollywood-style awards show at sea! Walk the red carpet into the Walt Disney Theatre to enjoy this nighttime extravaganza as it unfolds into dazzling song-and-dance numbers from “Tarzan,” “The Little Mermaid,” “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” and more. And by the end of the gala learn that in our hearts, we are all winners!
So sit back, relax and enjoy the show as the curtain goes up aboard the Disney Cruise Line ships! Make sure you catch your favorite Disney Cruise Line musicals at sea on your next Disney cruise.
With a chill in the air across most of the country right now, we’re thinking of the sunshine and surf of Disney Cruise Line’s Southern California home port…San Diego! Disney Cruise Line is sailing from this stunning city from March to May on two-, four-, five- and seven-night voyages to a variety of destinations in Mexico.
Experiencing the beauty, charm and history of this ultimate vacation destination is the perfect addition to your family’s cruise. Here are the top three reasons you should book your next Disney cruise from San Diego:
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There are tons of great things to do in Southern California. Want to get your vacation started before you board the ship? Don’t want the fun to stop once you debark? San Diego is the port city for you! Take time before or after your cruise to explore the incredible sites and activities the city has to offer. See exotic animals in the world-famous San Diego Zoo, take a stroll through historic Old Town San Diego or find something fun for the whole family at the museums and theaters in Balboa Park. And for the ultimate Disney fans, we have a special kind of adventure before you sail away. Add on the Adventures by Disney Southern California Short Escape, and experience behind-the-magic visits to The Walt Disney Studios and Disney Archives as well as a private tour of Walt Disney Imagineering. Plus take a visit to the happiest place on Earth – the Disneyland Resort!
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Explore sun-drenched destinations in Mexico. Our cruises to Baja and the Mexican Riviera are perfect for relaxation and family fun! At each destination, pick from a wide range of Port Adventures perfect for those seeking adrenaline filled-experiences or more laid-back beach time. Check out the beauty of the jungles and canyons as you zipline over the trees in Puerto Vallarta, kayak by the dramatic rock formations in Cabo San Lucas, or soak in the sun next to the turquoise waters in the “Cinderella of the Pacific” Ensenada. There’s something for everyone on our Baja and Mexican Riviera cruises setting sail from San Diego.
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Enjoy a cruise on the Disney Wonder full of fun and relaxation for the whole family. Every cruise from San Diego sets sail on the Disney Wonder, home to 11 decks overflowing with family-friendly restaurants, themed pools and more. Adults can enjoy spaces just for them like adult-exclusive dining and a luxurious spa while kids can play alongside their favorite Marvel Super Heroes in the Marvel Super Hero Academy. You and your family can enjoy delicious southern cooking and live jazz music at Tiana’s Place, or can relive Anna and Elsa’s Frozen adventure in a unique Broadway-style stage show.
Ready to book your cruise out of America’s Finest City? Check out which of our cruises from San Diego are the best fit for you!
With so many different ways to make memories on a Disney cruise, let’s take a look at the top 5 things that will make your Disney cruise even more memorable in 2019. You won’t want to miss out on any of the fun!
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1.Celebrate Mickey’s 90th with Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Party at Sea In summer of 2019, the celebration of the main mouse’s 90th carries on at sea during 7-night sailings on the Disney Fantasy. During this brand-new deck party, you can join favorite Disney characters for fun in the sun as they celebrate Mickey’s 90th in style, complete with special costumes and a song made just for the occasion – “It’s a Good Time.”
In 2019, Disney Cruise Line guests will be the first to meet Captain Marvel when she makes her debut during Marvel Day at Sea. For the first time ever, guests will encounter one of the most powerful heroes in the Marvel universe as part of an action-packed, day-long celebration aboard select Disney Magic sailings departing Jan. 6 through March 8 from Miami.
Captain Marvel joins the event’s awesome line-up of Super Heroes and villains, including Iron Man, Captain America, Black Widow, Thor, Loki, Spider-Man, Black Panther, Doctor Strange and more. In addition to these heroic encounters, Marvel Day at Sea features an extraordinary deck show spectacular, themed youth activities, special merchandise, and unique food and beverage offerings.
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. (Disney)
2. The Return of Marvel Day at Sea and Star Wars Day at Sea Marvel Day at Sea and Star Wars Day at Sea are both returning to Disney Cruise Line in early 2019, giving you and your family the chance to sail with your choice of super heroes or Jedi. During these special sailings, you get to spend a full day immersed in the world of your favorite stories. These action-packed cruises feature epic entertainment, themed activities and an abundance of character meet and greets. Plus, Captain Marvel will make her Disney debut during Marvel Day at Sea before her movie is released in March!
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3. A Collection of New Destinations and Adventures With so many different types of itineraries available for you to choose, it’s easy to find one that’s a perfect fit for your family’s vacation dreams. In 2019, some of our itinerary highlights include more chances than ever to sail out of San Diego, a collection of roundtrip sailings from Rome and seven brand-new ports of call in Europe such as Stockholm, Sweden, Belfast, Northern Ireland and Cartagena, Spain.
In the spirit of holiday cheer, Disney Cruise Line adds sparkle to each ship during Very Merrytime Cruises, with Disney characters dressed in festive attire, special stem-to-stern holiday events, traditional “turkey day” fanfare, Christmas feasts, “snow flurries” and New Year’s Eve galas. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)
4. A Different Way to Celebrate Halloween and the Holidays Looking for a different way to celebrate fall fun or winter holidays with your family next year? What better way than with a themed cruise that brings everyone together?! In 2019, our popular Halloween on the High Seas and Very Merrytime cruises are both returning and create the perfect way to join in the festivities without staying at home! Both specialty cruises feature decked out ships, magical entertainment and fun you can only find on a Disney ship!
During a cruise to Northern Europe, Disney Cruise Line guests venture to London, where they are immersed in the rich history and exciting culture of the capital city with visits to iconic sites like Big Ben at the Palace of Westminster. As part of the 2015 Northern Europe itinerary, the Disney Magic sails to Dover, England. (Mark Ashman, photographer)
5. New Adventures by Disney Short Escapes to Add to Your Cruise Another great way to enrich your next Disney cruise is by adding an Adventures by Disney short escape. New in 2019, Adventures by Disney will offer a pre-cruise guided experience in London to enhance your European cruise sailing from nearby Dover, England. With additional add-on trips in Rome, Copenhagen, Barcelona, Southern California and New York, these short escapes are the perfect addition to your cruise and allow you to become fully immersed in the destination, wherever it may be!
Want to start off your year with something to look forward to? Visit the Disney Cruise Line website to explore all of the fun things in store for 2019!
A Disney cruise is for the young AND the young at heart… But many adults don’t realize just how much there is for them to do on a Disney Cruise Line vacation. Whether your kids want to hang out in the complimentary kids club or you want an adults only Disney cruise vacation, there are so many things for adults to enjoy!
Did you know that we have specially designed experiences to check every box on your vacation “wish list”? Whether it’s upscale dining, hip nightclubs, relaxing pool time or luxurious spa treatments, we’ve got all the essentials for anyone’s dream getaway!
Here are some of our adult guests’ favorite ways to unwind and indulge with Disney Cruise Line:
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Dining in Style
Disney Cruise Line has adult-exclusive dining options that offer delectable dishes, superlative service and romantic ocean views. At Palo, our signature specialty restaurant, you can delight in Northern Italian delicacies with a modern twist for dinner (don’t miss the chocolate soufflé!) or brunch. Aboard the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy, you can also savor gourmet French-inspired cuisine — during dinner, champagne brunch or a dessert tasting — at Remy.
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Playing the Night Away
Looking for a late-night party or a cozy space to enjoy an after-dinner drink? Every Disney ship features a nighttime entertainment district with sophisticated lounges, casual pubs and trendy nightclubs reserved exclusively for adults. In addition to hand-crafted cocktails, beers on tap and world-class wines, these venues also offer live entertainment, from musicians and cabarets to game shows and dancing.
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Relaxing in Serenity
Adults have their very own sun-soaked escape aboard every Disney cruise ship: Quiet Cove, a peaceful oasis on the top deck created especially for guests 18 and over. Here, you can relax in the pool, sip a fruity drink, enjoy live music and soak up the sun. On the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy, adults can also luxuriate under a rain curtain at the Satellite Falls wading pool.
And for the ultimate luxury on most Bahamian and Caribbean sailings, you can head to Serenity Bay, an exquisite white-sand beach just for adults on Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay, with lounge chairs, hammocks for two and therapeutic massages overlooking the sea.
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Treating Yourself
Pure bliss awaits at Senses Spa & Salon aboard every Disney ship. This adults-only retreat offers a full menu of treatments, like massages, facials, mani-pedis, hairstyling and more… all while enjoying a magnificent ocean view!
Not to mention, Disney Cruise Line has special adults-only cooking classes, beverage tastings, exotic Port Adventures and more experiences designed with adults in mind. In other words… it’s good to be all grown up on a Disney cruise!
Most Disney cruises to the Bahamas and Caribbean stop at Castaway Cay, Disney’s gorgeous private island paradise in the Bahamas. With a family beach, an adults only beach, water playgrounds, and more, your whole family will love spending the day here!
1. The island is your own slice of Bahamian paradise. Castaway Cay is reserved exclusively for Disney Cruise Line guests, and only one ship docks there at a time. This means you get more of that powdery white sand to yourself as you enjoy the island’s lush landscape and turquoise waters. Plus, Bahamian shops and a post office add local flavor to your day in the Abacos.
2. All that you need for a fun beach day is included. Towels, beach chairs, umbrellas? We’ve got you covered. Lunch? A delicious all-you-care-to-eat buffet and soda fountains are steps away from the family beach. The only thing you need to bring is sunblock (though if you forget it, you can always purchase a bottle at one of the island’s shops).
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3. It’s easy to get around. The dock at Castaway Cay means you’re one step closer to fun in the sun since you don’t need to take a tender boat from the ship. Then it’s just a short walk to the tram, which will take you to various points on the 1,000-acre island. Want a more adventurous way to explore? Rent a bicycle and stretch your sea legs!
4. The island is a haven for water sport enthusiasts. Take a banana boat thrill ride or cast off on a fishing tour. In addition to more than a dozen guided Port Adventures out on the water, paddleboats, water cycles, sea kayaks, sailboats, stand-up paddle boards and snorkel gear are all available to rent.
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5. Your stateroom key card is gold. You’ll need it to get off and on the ship and make purchases on the island. Treat your family to frozen drinks at the Olaf-inspired Summertime Freeze or yourself to Bahamian specialty drinks at one of the bars. Then shop our collection of exclusive Castaway Cay merchandise at She Sells Sea Shells…and Everything Else!
6. There’s something for everyone. Just like on the ship, kids, tweens and teens have activities and spaces designed specifically for them. And while your little ones ages 3-12 are hanging out with the youth counselors at Scuttle’s Cove, you can get some “me time” at our pristine stretch of beach reserved for adults.
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7. Castaway Cay has all the ingredients for fun and relaxation. Fly high above the island on a parasail adventure, snorkel in a 12-acre lagoon, or lounge in a hammock gazing at the crystal-clear waters. Start the day off right with yoga on the beach, or for the ultimate indulgence, schedule a massage in a private cabana at the adult-exclusive Serenity Bay.
8. Disney pals join the fun on the island, too. You won’t want to miss a warm hug from Olaf or a high-five from Goofy. Bring your camera for that perfect photo opp with Mickey and the gang wearing island attire in front of a picturesque backdrop—turquoise water, silky sand and swaying palm trees.
