Disney Cruise Line has built its reputation on being one of the safest, most meticulously managed vacation experiences on the water. The ships are immaculate, the staff ratios are generous, the security protocols are visible from the moment you step into a terminal, and the entire operation runs with the kind of precision that makes parents feel comfortable handing over ...

A gastroenteritis outbreak has apparently hit one Disney Cruise Line ship. Plenty of things can go wrong on vacation, but catching gastroenteritis is definitely up (or down) there with the worst of the worst. Credit: Disney Gastroenteritis spreads easily on cruise ships because thousands of passengers share dining areas, buffets, bathrooms, and railings in close quarters. Viruses such as norovirus ...

For many families, a Disney cruise isn’t just a vacation—it’s a milestone. It’s the culmination of months (sometimes years) of saving, planning, and dreaming. From the moment guests step into their stateroom, every detail is meant to feel intentional, immersive, and undeniably Disney. Soft lighting, neatly folded towels, themed décor, and carefully curated amenities all play a role in creating ...

Disney Cruise Line has been on a remarkable run of expansion. The company pulled in more than $10 billion in operating income from its cruise division in fiscal year 2025. A $12 billion investment is underway to nearly double the fleet from seven ships to thirteen by 2031. The Disney Adventure, the line’s newest and largest ship, just completed its ...

Disney has adjusted its approach to character meet-and-greets aboard the Disney Adventure following guest feedback during the ship’s early sailings. For decades, Disney parks and cruise ships have offered structured character encounters. Guests can queue to meet everyone from Mickey Mouse to Captain America, posing for photos, collecting autographs, and sharing brief interactions with performers trained to stay in character. ...

There is a specific kind of advertising that does not feel like advertising. It does not push a product or announce a price or tell you what to book. It just tells a story, and if it does its job correctly, you are thinking about your own life before the thirty seconds are up. Disney has always been better at ...

Guests should expect to pay a little more for their upcoming Disney vacation. Credit: Disney Related: New Disney Location and Characters Unveiled in Surprise Announcement Disney Cruise Line has revealed an increase in the recommended gratuities for passengers for all sailings beginning January 23, 2025. The gratuity paid toward service members aboard Disney’s various cruise ships has always been a ...

Disney has introduced yet another upcharge – this time, for viewing the fireworks. Nighttime spectaculars have long been a defining element of the Disney experience. Whether at theme parks or aboard Disney Cruise Line ships, fireworks traditionally function as the grand finale — a communal moment that closes out the evening. That finale has increasingly become part of Disney’s evolving ...

Disney has made a major change to some character meet-and-greets this week. For decades, guests have been able to meet iconic Disney characters at locations across the globe. Whether you’re meeting Snow White at Disneyland Resort or Daisy Duck in Tokyo Disney Resort, the experience typically involves costumed performers who closely resemble their animated counterparts, greeting guests for photos, autographs, ...

Disney Cruise Line is in the middle of one of the most ambitious expansions in its history. The company brought in more than $10 billion in operating income from its cruise division in the 2025 fiscal year, and The Walt Disney Company has committed to a $12 billion investment that will nearly double the fleet from seven ships to thirteen ...