Disney Cruise Line continues its unprecedented fleet expansion with the Disney Destiny, a magnificent new vessel that brings beloved heroes and villains to life on the high seas.
Set to embark on its maiden voyage on November 20, 2025, from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, this stunning ship represents Disney's boldest thematic vision yet—a celebration of legendary characters from Disney Animation, Pixar, Marvel, and beyond.
As the third ship in Disney Cruise Line's innovative Wish Class, Disney Destiny combines cutting-edge design with immersive storytelling, delivering world-class entertainment, exceptional dining, and luxurious accommodations. From the moment you step aboard and encounter the Wakanda-inspired Grand Hall featuring a stunning Black Panther statue to the thrilling moment you spot Spider-Man and his Spider-Bots adorning the ship's stern, Disney Destiny immerses you in an epic adventure where heroes and villains collide in spectacular fashion.
Ship Specifications and the Heroes & Villains Theme
Disney Destiny represents a groundbreaking approach to cruise ship theming, celebrating the eternal conflict between heroes and villains that defines Disney's greatest stories. Imagineering teams were inspired by the dynamic duality of every great Disney story, creating experiences and entertainment focused on heroes and villains alike. Measuring 1,119 feet in length with a gross tonnage of 144,000 tons, the ship accommodates approximately 2,500 passengers at double occupancy (maximum 3,500) across 1,250 staterooms.
Disney Destiny is powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants compared to traditional cruise ship fuel. For the first time in Disney Cruise Line history, a Marvel Super Hero—Spider-Man—takes the signature stern character position, with a larger-than-life version of Spider-Man and his Spider-Bots making a creative web decoration. The Grand Hall features a Black Panther-inspired design themed to the nation of Wakanda, serving as the ship's stunning centerpiece where guests begin their heroic journey.
Key Ship Features:
- Innovative Wish Class Design: Disney Destiny is a Wish Class ship, making it a sister ship to Disney Wish and Disney Treasure and the largest ships in the Disney Cruise Line fleet
- Environmental Leadership: The ship is equipped with advanced wastewater treatment systems and seawater desalination technology for sustainable resource management
- Maiden Voyage: Disney Destiny will sail its maiden voyage on November 20, 2025, offering a special four-night cruise that includes stops at both Disney Castaway Cay and Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point in The Bahamas
- Year-Round Fort Lauderdale Homeport: The ship will sail year-round from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, embarking on an inaugural season of four- and five-night cruises to The Bahamas and Western Caribbean
Staterooms That Inspire Heroic Dreams
Disney Destiny's accommodations range from cozy interior staterooms to lavish royal suites, each thoughtfully designed to celebrate Disney's legendary heroes. Most staterooms include split bathrooms, making it easy for two people to get ready at once, and many include connecting doors to other staterooms, accommodating larger families traveling together. Standard staterooms feature artwork highlighting one of three inspiring heroes, with headboards based on Hercules, Mulan, or Brave.
Lavishly appointed concierge staterooms and suites include Fantasia theming, with elegant, watercolor-style artwork illustrating elements from Disney's classic film. Concierge rooms provide access to exclusive areas and amenities, including a concierge lounge stocked with special food and drinks along with a sundeck just for concierge guests.
Premium Suite Options:
- Hero Suites: Celebrating the majestic powers at the heart of Disney Animation's Hercules, the Hero Suites are inspired by Greco-Roman architecture, colors and patterns
- IncrediSuites: The boldly themed IncrediSuites invoke the exhilarating exploits of The Incredibles through a streamlined mid-century modern aesthetic
- Destiny Tower Suite: This opulent Marvel-inspired penthouse honors Iron Man's legacy with luxurious industrial designs by Tony Stark, set high in the ship's forward funnel offering incredible views through an expansive two-story window, a full kitchen and private ensuite elevator
- Family-Friendly Options: Family-size balcony rooms and royal suites offer spacious options for larger groups
Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King
Disney Destiny debuts an extraordinary new dining concept that brings The Lion King to vivid life through cuisine, live performance, and immersive storytelling. Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King is a first-of-its-kind dining experience celebrating the renowned 1994 film, where a colorful ensemble of live musicians and storytellers take the stage and present a retelling of Simba's story from cub to king, along with a musical journey through the award-winning soundtrack.
A uniquely themed menu with authentic African spice blends, sauces, grains and produce underscores this exceptional dining experience, allowing families to expand their horizons with traditional dishes from across the continent. Charismatic storytellers Mwongozo and Shaha share a timeless tale of family and fate through soulful narration, impeccable vocals and creative costume accessories.
Signature Dishes:
- Nala's Roasted Pork Tenderloin: Black-eyed bean-chorizo casserole, fried yuca, thyme, and pickled purple onions
Pan-seared Berbere-spiced Roasted Chicken: Jollof rice, fried plantains, blistered tomatoes, and green harissa sauce - Cape Malay Shrimp Curry: Garam masala, turmeric, cumin-coconut curry sauce, aromatic basmati rice, cucumber sambal, and butter roti
- Warm Chocolate Malva Pudding: Sweet vanilla pudding, apricot jam, warm buttery cream sauce, and vanilla ice cream
Worlds of Marvel and 1923: Rotational Dining
Disney Destiny continues the beloved rotational dining concept, where families experience three distinctively themed restaurants each night. The Disney Destiny continues Disney Cruise Line's innovative family dining concept, where guests experience one of three imaginative restaurants each night accompanied by a dedicated service team that is assigned to their family throughout the voyage.
At Worlds of Marvel, families eat to the beat of an awesome mix of hit songs and test their knowledge of the Marvel Universe, all as an onscreen story unfolds starring the lively duo of Rocket and Groot from the blockbuster Marvel Studios Guardians of the Galaxy films. Named for the founding year of The Walt Disney Company, guests dining at 1923 can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a California-inspired menu, with the restaurant filled with over 1,000 drawings, props, and other tools of the animation trade on display.
Rotational Dining Features:
- Consistent Service: Your dedicated waitstaff learns your preferences throughout the cruise, providing increasingly personalized service
- Varied Menus: On five-night sailings, Pride Lands features a second themed menu for guests who have a second dinner seating at the restaurant
- Dietary Accommodations: At the beginning of dinner service on the first night, waitstaff ask about dietary restrictions and can help guide you through options or have a chef design dishes that suit your needs
- Adult Date Night Option: 1923 can double as a great adult date night without extra fees if you drop children off at the kids' club before dinner
Adult-Exclusive Lounges and Entertainment
Disney Destiny recognizes that adults deserve sophisticated spaces to unwind and enjoy expertly crafted cocktails. De Vil's is themed after Cruella de Vil, featured as a piano bar where the lovely Cruella may be making appearances now and then to show off her furs. The Sanctum is Disney Cruise Line's first lounge inspired by the powerful sorcerers and mystical artifacts of Marvel Studios' Doctor Strange, featuring familiar icons like the Cloak of Levitation and spell books from the library of Kamar-Taj.
Cask and Cannon is inspired by Pirates of the Caribbean attractions, an eclectic yet cozy pub where visiting buccaneers can cheer and jeer during live televised sporting events while indulging in an extensive menu of rare, specialty and vintage rums and bootlegged brews served straight from the barrel in true pirate style. Palo Steakhouse offers a 270-degree ocean view with Northern Italian cuisine, featuring a multi-course dinner for typically $70 per person or specialty brunch for $50.
Additional Venues:
- Haunted Mansion Parlor: Sip spirited craft cocktails in this spooky-sophisticated venue inspired by Disney's beloved attraction
- The Sanctum: Features entrancing tableside beverage experiences and exclusive menu items that seemingly materialize from across the multiverse
- Edna À La Mode Sweets: A one-of-a-kind confectionary offering handmade gelato, ice cream, cookies, and specialty treats served from Edna Mode's lab
Disney Hercules: Broadway-Style Spectacular
The Walt Disney Theatre showcases world-class entertainment, with the crown jewel being an all-new Broadway-style production. Disney Hercules stays true to the story and spirit of the beloved film with a fresh, contemporary retelling centered around the legendary soundtrack, featuring iconic songs like Go the Distance, Zero to Hero and I Won't Say I'm in Love through new musical arrangements inspired by the soulfulness of gospel music with the energy of a pop concert.
Award-winning puppet designer Michael Curry brings to life some of this tale's most larger-than-life characters through jaw-dropping puppetry, using these massive puppets to represent the mythological behemoths—like the multi-headed Hydra monster—that Hercules must defeat. The show includes a new song titled Shooting Star, originally cut from the animated film, making its world premiere aboard Disney Destiny.
Complete Entertainment Lineup:
- Frozen, A Musical Spectacular: Bringing the beloved story of Anna and Elsa to spectacular life with full theatrical production
Disney Seas the Adventure: A Disney Cruise Line original show featuring Captain Minnie Mouse, Goofy, and other Disney and Pixar characters - Movie Theaters: Wonderland and Never Land Cinemas feature first-run and recently released movies from Disney's wide umbrella of studios
- Pirates Rockin' Parlay Party: Features a live rock band and Disney Cruise Line's famous fireworks at sea
AquaMouse and Upper Deck Adventures
Disney Destiny's upper decks feature the signature AquaMouse attraction alongside multiple pools and water play areas. The AquaMouse features an all-new storyline called Sing a Silly Song, where you join Mickey and Minnie Mouse on a trek to the peak of Villain Mountain. During the ride, you come face to face with familiar villains such as the Queen of Hearts, Scar and even Chernabog from Fantasia, who find themselves in some downright silly situations.
Ten pools and water play zones fill the upper decks, including the Toy Story Splash Zone with oversized bath toys and a family slide called the Slide-a-saurus Rex. Adults can enjoy Quiet Cove, a refuge tucked away from family areas offering an infinity pool, poolside bar, and cafe.
Water Features:
- Toy Story Splash Zone: Includes a splash zone, wading pool, family waterslide, and smoothie bar
- Multiple Pool Decks: Seven pools staggered among tiered decks with abundant lounge chairs
- Casual Dining: Mickey & Friends Festival of Foods dishes out fan-favorites like Daisy's Pizza Pies and Donald's Cantina
- AquaMouse Thrills: The raft ride takes you around the upper decks and even out over the side of the ship for a brief moment before splashing down
Kids' Clubs and Family Programming
Disney Destiny provides age-appropriate programming for children and teens. Kids ages 3-10 can hang out in Disney's Oceaneer Club, with spaces themed to Marvel Super Heroes, Disney Princesses, Star Wars, Walt Disney Imagineering, and Mickey and Minnie Mouse. It's a Small World Nursery provides babysitting services for younger guests ages 6 months to 3 years in an environment inspired by the classic Disney attraction.
Hero Zone combines sports, games and competitions for the whole family. Saga is a central hub for daytime family activities and adult-exclusive evening entertainment, hosting interactive shows and events including classics like Match Your Mate and Family Time Game Show in an elevated environment that takes cues from the architecture of Wakanda.
Family Activities:
- Edge: Tween space for ages 11-13 themed to a New York City loft
- Vibe: Teen lounge for ages 14-17 offering movies, games, and group activities
- Marvel Super Hero Academy: Children can train with Spider-Man, Ant-Man and Black Panther
- Character Encounters: Guests may spot Maleficent, Hades, Cruella de Vil, Captain Hook, Mr. Smee, and Oogie Boogie in various shows and meet and greets
Ready to Discover Your Destiny?
Disney Destiny represents the pinnacle of Disney Cruise Line's innovation, combining beloved characters, cutting-edge technology, world-class entertainment, and exceptional service. From the thrilling AquaMouse adventure featuring Disney villains to the spectacular Broadway-style Hercules production and the immersive Lion King dining experience, Disney Destiny delivers experiences that captivate guests of all ages.
With its convenient Fort Lauderdale homeport, short itineraries perfect for family schedules, and visits to Disney's spectacular private island destinations, Disney Destiny makes it easier than ever to experience the legendary service and immersive entertainment that Disney Cruise Line is renowned for. To book your voyage aboard Disney Destiny, visit CruiseDirect for competitive rates and availability.
