Sailing on Disney Cruise Line in 2024 (and beyond)
Are you sailing on Disney Cruise Line in 2024 or 2025? Disney has a lot of fun in store in the coming months! With a range of destinations and itineraries, you can explore the Caribbean, Bahamas, Alaska, and even Europe with the magic of Disney. Their ships are packed with fun activities, such as themed deck parties, Broadway-style shows, kids’ clubs, adult-only areas, and plenty of dining options to please any palate. Each season is packed with fun, so here’s a look ahead at what’s in store for Disney Cruise Line in 2024 and beyond.
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Disney Cruise Line in the Winter of 2023-2024
Disney Cruise Line in the winter of 2023-2024 has some exciting destinations! Not only that, but Disney has announced the return of Disney’s Very Merrytime Cruises as well as Marvel Day at Sea and Pixar Day at Sea. Here’s a look at what the fleet will have to offer:
- The Disney Magic will return from the west coast in early December on a Panama Canal cruise from San Diego to Galveston. Starting December 17, 2024, the Disney Magic will sail from Galveston, Texas, exploring the Western Caribbean. Then beginning in early February, the Magic will be sailing the Caribbean from New Orleans.
- The Disney Wonder will be spending this winter sailing in Australia and New Zealand with repositioning cruises in the South Pacific and Hawaii. On March 11, 2024, the Disney Wonder will arrive in Vancouver ending her inaugural deployment to Australia where she will then reposition south to San Diego.
- The Disney Dream will continue to sail out of Fort Lauderdale, which is Disney Cruise Line’s second permanent year-round Florida port. The Disney Dream will offer a mix of Bahamian and Western Caribbean sailings.
- The Disney Fantasy will continue to sail 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral.
- The Disney Wish will continue to offer 3- and 4-night cruises from Port Canaveral sailing to Nassau and Castaway Cay.
*For more detailed information, visit our full guide to sailing on Disney Cruise Line in the winter!
Disney Cruise Line in the Spring of 2024
Disney Cruise Line in the spring of 2024 has some exciting destinations! Not only that, but Disney has announced the return of Disney’s Marvel Day at Sea as well as Pixar Day at Sea. Here’s a look at what the fleet will have to offer:
- The Disney Magic will be exploring the Caribbean with sailings out of New Orleans, Galveston, Fort Lauderdale, and even San Juan.
- The Disney Wonder will arrive in Vancouver from Hawaii in mid-March where she will then reposition south to San Diego. Throughout the spring, the Wonder will take guests to destinations in Mexico before heading back up towards Vancouver in May to begin its summer sailings to Alaska.
- The Disney Dream will continue to sail out of Fort Lauderdale, which is Disney Cruise Line’s second permanent year-round Florida port. The Disney Dream will offer a mix of Bahamian and Western Caribbean sailings throughout March and April. This ship will then cross the Atlantic in May to begin its summer sailings in the Mediterranean.
- The Disney Fantasy will continue to sail 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral.
- The Disney Wish will continue to offer 3- and 4-night cruises from Port Canaveral sailing to Nassau and Castaway Cay.
*For more detailed information, visit our full guide to sailing on Disney Cruise Line in the spring!
Disney Cruise Line in the Summer of 2024
Summer 2024 itineraries are now available to the general public for booking! This summer will be truly special as it will include the first stops at Disney Cruise Line’s brand-new private island, Lighthouse Point! Most of the Disney Magic summer 2024 Bahamian itineraries feature a stop here. The Disney Fantasy is the only other ship sailing to the new destination… but only one summer itinerary includes the stop.
- The Disney Magic will home-port in Fort Lauderdale sailing also from San Juan to Florida and offering 3-, 4-, and 5-night Bahamian, and 5-night Western Caribbean cruises.
- The Disney Wonder will be spending the summer taking guests to Alaska. During the summer, the Disney Wonder will offer mostly 7-night Alaskan itineraries from Vancouver, Canada, with two variations alternating between Icy Strait Point and Skagway ports of call. There will also be a 9-night vacation followed by a 5-night in July.
- The Disney Dream will depart Fort Lauderdale on May 5, 2024, for Europe sailing from Barcelona, Civitavecchia, and Southampton offering itineraries in the Mediterranean, Greek Isles, Norwegian Fjords, Iceland, and around Europe including the British Isles.
- The Disney Fantasy will remain at Port Canaveral sailing 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises along with a 5-night Bahamian, a 6-night Western, and a 10-night Southern Caribbean itinerary. The Southern will feature stops at both Lighthouse Point and Castaway Cay… which is the only itinerary taking guests to both islands in the summer of 2024.
- The Disney Wish will continue to offer 3- and 4-night cruises from Port Canaveral sailing to Nassau and Castaway Cay.
*For more detailed information, visit our full guide to sailing on Disney Cruise Line in the summer!
Disney Cruise Line in the Fall of 2024
Itineraries for the fall of 2024 have been announced and booking is currently open. Experience the return of Halloween on the High Seas sailings and Very Merrytime cruises. Additionally, indulge in the enchanting beauty of Lighthouse Point, Disney’s latest island destination in The Bahamas.
- The Disney Magic will continue to homeport in Fort Lauderdale this fall. Beginning October 4, 2024, the Disney Magic will sail from Fort Lauderdale, San Juan, and Galveston.
- The Disney Wonder will be finishing up its summer sailings to Alaska throughout September before returning to Australia by way of a one-way Hawaiian and South Pacific cruise. The Wonder will remain in Australia until February 2025.
- The Disney Dream will be busy this season. The ship will spend half of September finishing its cruises in Europe before returning to the U.S. At that point the Dream will return to Fort Lauderdale offering sailings to The Bahamas with itineraries featuring Lighthouse Point as well as 5-night Western Caribbean cruises.
- The Disney Fantasy will spend the fall season sailing a mix of 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises. Additionally, this ship will offer 3- and 4-night Bahamian cruises mixed in with some dates going to both Castaway Cay and Lighthouse Point.
- The Disney Wish will continue to offer 3- and 4-night cruises from Port Canaveral sailing to Nassau and Castaway Cay.
*For more detailed information, visit our full guide to sailing on Disney Cruise Line in the fall!
Disney Cruise Line in the Winter 2024-2025
Disney Cruise Line in the winter of 2024/2025 has some exciting destinations and will see the return of Disney’s Very Merrytime Cruises. Here’s a look at what the fleet will have to offer next season:
- The Disney Magic will be sailing in the Western Caribbean leaving out of Galveston. Itineraries include 4-night, 5-night, and 6-night cruises as well as several Very Merrytime Cruises.
- The Disney Wonder will be spending this winter sailing in Australia and New Zealand with repositioning one-way cruises in the South Pacific and Hawaii.
- The Disney Dream will continue to sail out of Fort Lauderdale, which is Disney Cruise Line’s second permanent year-round Florida port. The Disney Dream will offer a mix of Bahamian and Western Caribbean sailings.
- The Disney Fantasy will continue to sail 7-night Eastern Caribbean cruises as well as 3-night, 4-night, and 5-night Bahamian cruises out of Port Canaveral.
- The Disney Wish will continue to offer 3- and 4-night Bahamian cruises from Port Canaveral.
- The Disney Treasure will be making its maiden voyage this season with both Eastern and Western 7-day cruises out of Port Canaveral.
Disney Cruise Line in the Spring 2025
Disney Cruise Line in the spring of 2025 has some exciting destinations as well! Here’s a look at what the fleet will have to offer:
- The Disney Magic will be exploring the Caribbean and the Bahamas with sailings out of Galveston, Fort Lauderdale, Port Canaveral, and even San Juan.
- The Disney Wonder will be sailing on the West Coast with most of its itineraries sailing out of San Diego and exploring Mexico.
- The Disney Dream will continue to sail out of Fort Lauderdale, which is Disney Cruise Line’s second permanent year-round Florida port. The Disney Dream will offer a mix of Bahamian and Western Caribbean sailings.
- The Disney Fantasy will be sailing out of Port Canaveral featuring shorter (3-5 days) Bahamian cruises.
- The Disney Wish will continue to offer 3- and 4-night cruises from Port Canaveral sailing to Nassau and Castaway Cay.
- The Disney Treasure will offer 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral.
Special Events at Sea in 2024 & 2025
Disney Cruise Line offers a variety of special events that add a unique touch to your voyage. One of the most popular events is Pirate Night, where guests can dress up like pirates, enjoy themed food and drinks, and participate in a deck party complete with fireworks. Another highlight is Marvel Day at Sea, where passengers can participate in superhero-themed activities and meet their favorite Marvel characters. There are also holiday-themed events, such as Halloween on the High Seas and Very Merrytime Cruises during the winter. Whatever your interests may be, Disney Cruise Line has something special for everyone to enjoy.
Here’s a look at what’s to come on Disney Cruise Line:
Marvel Day at Sea – Winter 2023/2024 & Spring 2024
Experience an epic day at sea with your favorite Marvel Super Heroes and Villains. Enjoy themed menus, nighttime spectaculars, live entertainment, and more! Available on select 5-night cruises from Miami to The Bahamas and the Western Caribbean, Marvel Day at Sea offers guests a truly heroic day at sea!
- Super Heroes and Villains – Take photos with your favorite Marvel characters such as Iron Man, Thor, and Black Panther. Also be on the lookout for Captain America, Loki, Hawkeye, Black Widow, Captain Marvel, Star-Lord, Gamor, and more as they roam throughout the ship.
- Marvel Heroes Unite – This signature nighttime spectacular will feature stunts, special effects, pyrotechnics, and an “unprecedented lineup” of Marvel Super Heroes… and Villians!
- Strange Academy: A Spellingbinding Spectacular – This new show feature at the Walt Disney Theatre will feature Doctor Strange, Agatha Harkness, and Sorcerer Supreme Wong as guests will experience “the power of the mystic arts.”
- Warriors of Wakanda Show – This family-friendly new show featuring Okoye, the General of an elite group of warriors serving Wakanda, will train recruits side-by-side with the mighty Dora Milaje.
- Star-Spangled USO Show – This tribute to Captain America will feature vintage big band song-and-dance numbers and will be held in the Evolution dance club.
- Mickey & Minnie’s Super Hero Celebration – Younger cruises will love to take part in this celebration featuring Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, Pluto, and Chip ‘n Dale dressed as their favorite Marvel Super Heroes!
- Activities and Fun – Marvel-themed activities will be held all throughout the ship for guests to enjoy!
- Dress up as your favorite Marvel Super Hero or Villain!
- Movie screenings of some of your favorite Marvel blockbusters and classics will be held inside the Buena Vista Theatre as well as on deck.
- Younger recruits (ages 4-12) will be able to take part in activities and “training” specifically designed with them in mind.
- Marvel TV animated series will be airing during open-air Funnel Vision screenings.
- Guests can take part in Animation Academy learning how to draw their favorite Marvel Super Heroes.
- Families can take part in family trivia as well as other family-friendly Marvel activities!
Pixar Day at Sea – Winter 2023/2024 & Spring 2024
Immerse yourself in a magical day filled with your favorite Pixar characters. Enjoy character encounters, themed events, and a nighttime spectacular! Available on select 7-night Caribbean sailings out of Port Canaveral from January through early March, Pixar Day at Sea is truly special.
- Character Encounters – Take photos with your favorite Pixar characters from Toy Story, Monsters, Inc., The Incredibles, and more!
- Dance Party – Featuring music and characters from Pixar, guests young and old can take part in this super fun dance party.
- Nighttime Spectacular – It wouldn’t be a “day at sea” without a themed nighttime show. In this Pixar-themed event, guests will have the opportunity to help The Incredibles save the day.
- Character Breakfast – Join Sheriff Woody, Jesse, and Bullseye for an interactive character breakfast onboard.
- Pixar Day at Sea Dinner – Guests will get to enjoy a delicious dinner with menu items inspired by the commissary at the California-based Pixar Animation Studios.
- Undersea Magic with Crush – As you dine, guests will enjoy a visit from some of your friends from Finding Nemo, including Crush!
Halloween on the High Seas – Fall 2024
Available on most itineraries departing in late September through Halloween, Halloween on the High Seas is Disney Cruise Line’s grand Halloween celebration. (Don’t forget to pack your costumes!) According to Disney, there will be “not-so-scary activities, eerie entertainment, and bewitching decor” throughout the duration of your cruise. Experiences will vary between ships, but here’s an idea of what you could expect:
- Mickey’s Mouse-querade – This celebration on board will feature some of your favorite Disney Pals dressed in their best Halloween attire. Be prepared to dress up yourself to celebrate!
- Themed Character Meet and Greets – Disney characters will be dressed in their Halloween costumes and will be ready for pictures! The Sanderson sisters from the movie Hocus Pocus will also be available to meet guests.
- Halloween Activities – Disney Cruise Line has some amazing family-friendly activities on all of their cruises, and Halloween on the High Seas will be no exception. Expect Halloween-theme activities throughout your cruise.
- Themed Dining – Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy Halloween-themed desserts, beverages, and more.
Very Merrytime – Late Fall 2024 & Winter 2024/2025
Featuring a 24-foot-tall Christmas tree, garlands, poinsettias, and twinkling lights… Disney Cruise Line’s Very Merrytime cruises are a uniquely festive celebration for all ages. These cruises are available from late November through Christmas. Experiences and activities will vary by ship, but here is some of what you can expect on these very special cruises:
- Festively Dressed Disney Characters – Take holiday photos with your favorite Disney characters dressed in their festive attire.
- Meet Santa Claus – It wouldn’t be a holiday cruise without Santa Claus on board! Guests will have an opportunity to not only meet him but also to let him know your holiday wishes.
- Holiday Activities – Festive fun and holiday crafts will be available to guests on board.
- Holiday Merchandise – Holiday-themed Disney Cruise Line items will be available for purchase.
- Castaway Cay – Very Merrytime cruises that have a stop at Castaway Cay will have the opportunity to enjoy “snow” flurries, a Christmas tree, and more on the private island.
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