Disney Destiny
Disney Destiny is the third ship in Disney Cruise Line's Wish Class. The vessel, which can accommodate roughly 4,000 people at double occupancy, debuted in late 2025. Although it offers the same general layout as sister ships Disney Wish (2022) and Disney Treasure (2024), it's the first ship in the fleet to have a heroes and villains theme that shows up cohesively throughout the vessel via character meet 'n' greets, bar and dining concepts, theater shows, and décor in cabins, hallways, elevators, and stairwells.
The vessel's Marvel-centric Grand Hall atrium, with Black Panther as the centerpiece, serves as both an ode to Wakanda and as a focal point that holds interactive character events. Throughout each sailing, you'll find Spider-Man teaching cruisers his moves, Cruella DeVil hosting a villainous fashion show, and Black Panther reclaiming his throne from Loki.
In the theater, Disney Cruise Line presents "Frozen, A Musical Spectacular," which it carried over from Disney Wonder and Disney Fantasy. New to the line is "Disney Hercules," an abridged and slightly updated version of the animated musical featuring actors with vocal abilities so phenomenal you'll have goosebumps.
Elsewhere onboard, passengers can enjoy character meetups with villains like Cruella and Maleficent in addition to classic favorites like Mickey and Minnie, Donald and Daisy, Chip and Dale, Goofy, Pluto, and various princesses like Tiana and Belle.
New onboard venues include three themed bars: pirate lair Cask & Cannon, which specializes in rum-based drinks and for-a-fee bar bites; The Sanctum, which is a nod to Dr. Strange and features added-fee stuffed waffles and mad scientist cocktails, including one that levitates; and DeVil's, a piano bar outfitted in Cruella's signature red and dalmatian-print style.
As for new eateries, Pride Lands: Feast of the Lion King will have kids excited and their millennial parents feeling a sense of nostalgia. It's one of the main dining rooms in the ship's trifecta of rotating dining venues. Although passengers will eat at the same time and table number each night, they will rotate between the three dining rooms for the duration of the voyage. Their waiters will follow them to each location, and because they get to know their preferences over time, the service is impeccable.
Travelers with a sweet tooth can make their way to Edna a La Mode for a mouthwatering selection of treats, including ice cream with toppings, cake pops, cupcakes, popcorn, candy, and other delights — all for a fee.
Returning to Disney Destiny from other vessels are 1923, a main dining room named for the year Disney was founded; Worlds of Marvel, the third main dining room, where diners will feel like they're eating inside a spaceship while enjoying interactive games; and high-end adults-only specialty restaurant Palo Steakhouse and French eatery Enchante.
And what is dining without a few drinks? Returning favorites include the immersive Haunted Mansion Parlor that serves ghostly beverages; The Rose, which evokes "Beauty and the Beast" and caters to passengers dining at Enchante and Palo; and several cafés, such as Cafe Merida, Cafe Megara, and the adults-only Cove Bar and Cove Cafe.
Those familiar with Disney Cruise Line ships will also appreciate the return of The Cove adults-only area, pirate night, and the AquaMouse water coaster attraction. The Oceaneer Club kids' club also reprises its role, housing a Marvel room, Star Wars Cargo Bay, and spaces for science experiments, story time, and toddler play.
What We Love
The Heroes and Villains Theme: Each of Disney's three newest ships — all members of the line's Wish Class — has its own theme. Disney Destiny's heroes and villains theme is expertly carried through the entire vessel. In fact, this is the first time DCL has made a concerted effort to spotlight the bad guys. On this ship, cruisers are just as likely to bump into nefarious characters as they are to spot Mickey and Minnie. Engage with them, and you'll have so much fun receiving fashion advice from Cruella and watching Dr. Facilier perform magic tricks.
New Bar Concepts: One of Disney's hallmarks is its ability to dream up immersive experiences with special effects that feel like they're truly the result of magic. Maybe it's the dark leather sofas, dim lighting, or whimsical drinks, but somehow, The Sanctum bar — which is large and open to main walkways on both sides — still feels intimate and somewhat secretive. Meanwhile, one visit to Cask & Cannon will have you convinced you've stepped into a scene from "Pirates of the Caribbean." Prepare yourself for surprise visits from Cruella at DeVil's, where you can help the resident pianist reword her theme song. (She finds it offensive and inaccurate.)
The "Disney Hercules" Show: "Disney Hercules" will give you chills and have you on your feet cheering by the show's final number. Yes, it's that good. One of the most talented casts we've ever seen takes the performance to a level that, in our opinion, goes beyond Broadway. Toss in elaborate costumes and mind-blowing props that could only be created by an entity with a purse as deep as Disney's, and this show is the result. Whatever you do, don't miss it.
Best Known For
Mid-Length Itineraries: Disney Destiny's Caribbean and Bahamas itineraries are worth noting because of their length. The four- and five-night sailings offer a nice option for passengers who want a vacation longer than the line's short three-night cruises but shorter than its week-long Alaska and Europe options. It's also the first Disney ship to homeport in Fort Lauderdale's Port Everglades, offering passengers another departure port to choose from.
Reactive Wakanda-Centric Atrium: All of the atriums are special on Disney cruise ships, and each has its own designated character; that honor goes to the Black Panther on Disney Destiny. On the line's Wish Class vessels, the Grand Halls are outfitted with surprise special effects. On Destiny, lights around the railing of the three-deck space change colors during several of the planned character interactions and shows. This capability makes it possible for the mood of the space to change as appropriate.
Hero-Themed Cabins: All cabins onboard are hero themed, drawing from films like "Big Hero 6" and "Fantasia." Disney Destiny's iconic Tower Suite, located inside a faux funnel on the top deck, is themed after "Iron Man," while the vessel's two Royal Suites — each of which has a massive private sun deck with its own hot tub — borrow from "Hercules" and "The Incredibles."
Who It's Good For
Families With Young Kids: It's kind of a no-brainer that Disney Cruise Line ships are a perfect fit for families with children. In addition to supervised kids' clubs that offer scheduled activities by age group, the ship has family-friendly game shows, atrium dance parties, a water coaster, a kids' splash area, and tons of opportunities to meet characters.
Disney Adults: You don't have to be a kid to be obsessed with Disney, though. If you strip out the theming, you're left with fantastic entertainment, flawless service, and solid food. For adults who've taken a page out of Neverland's book and decided not to grow up, the fun stuff is just icing on the cake.
Don't Say We Didn't Warn You
No Casinos or Alcohol Packages: Because Disney is a family-friendly cruise line that largely caters to kids, it downplays adult vices. You won't find casinos on any of DCL's ships. Alcohol packages aren't offered, and many bars don't open until the evening. If you're someone to whom these things are important, Disney probably isn't the cruise line for you. (On the plus side, unlike other lines, Disney Cruise Line includes soda and juice in its fares.)
Only Set Seating in Dining Rooms: Because kids often do better when they're on a schedule, set seating — either early at 5:45 p.m. or late at 8:15 p.m. — is the only option for dinner in Disney Destiny's three main dining rooms. If you'd rather pay extra to dine at adults-only restaurants Enchante or Palo Steakhouse, you can reserve a time that works for you. Or grab a bite at the Marceline Market buffet or on the other end of the pool deck at the food truck-style counters that serve pizza, burgers, burritos, and more.
Prices Are Steep: Disney is a premium cruise line with excellent entertainment, comfortable and well-designed cabins, superb service, and enough magic to keep you and your kids in awe for weeks after your sailing ends. With that in mind, you'll pay quite a bit for the experience — especially on a ship as new as Disney Destiny. Prices for a five-night voyage departing a year from the date of this article's publication start from $1,395 per person or $279 per person, per night, for an inside cabin. That works out to nearly $5,600 for a family of four, not including gratuities of $16 per person, per day, or other expenses like flights, shore excursions, alcohol, spa treatments, alternative dining, souvenirs, and other extras.