Disney Treasure

Disney Treasure is the sixth ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet (with a total of 13 vessels planned by the end of 2031) and second in the Triton class following the 2022-launched sister ship Disney Wish. Seen docked together in Florida's Port Canaveral, both ocean liner-inspired ships share the same elegant navy and gold exteriors. Their playful interiors, however, differ from one another quite dramatically.

Treasure’s general layout and deck plans are identical to Wish, but its interior displays an all-new look. Wish is light and airy, full of shades of white and pastels, while Treasure is far bolder, conveying its "adventure" theme. For instance, its Grand Hall features rich colors and intricate mosaics that take their cue from "Aladdin's" Agrabah. There's also a central bronze statue of Aladdin and Jasmine riding their magic carpet that's cleverly cantilevered off the stairwell to imply flight and a giant sculpture of Genie’s magic lamp for photo-ops.

In terms of architecture and design, Treasure is magnificent. The "Moana" inspired Heihei Cafe, for example, has a shell-and-flower-patterend rug, seashell sculptures, and ocean-inspired blue tiles and "Moana" mosaics. The "Mulan"-inspired Jade Cricket Cafe features a striking moon gate, lantern-like lamps, bright blue walls, sumptuous velvet furniture, and motifs of blossoms, branches, and clouds throughout. Both serve specialty coffee, tea, and snacks.

Longtime fans of the cruise line will find all of their favorites amenities onboard, from a trio of complimentary dining rooms (one of which is brand new) that guests rotate through (along with their waiters) to character-filled stage shows and fireworks at sea. But something about Treasure just hits differently, emotionally elevating the experience to
"A Whole New World" as it were. To start, no other ship in the fleet is so nostalgic. Three unique theme park-inspired venues — The Haunted Mansion Parlor, "Jungle Cruise"-based Skipper Society, and "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea"-adorned Periscope Pub — in particular appeal to lifelong Disneyland and Walt Disney World visitors. And both the new dinner show at the Plaza de Coco and the theatrical production of "Disney The Tale of Moana" tell timeless stories of ancestral memory and the importance of family.

Other Wish favorites like the AquaMouse water coaster have been reprised, adding in "Curse of the Golden Egg" as a bonus narrative to fill in the ship’s extended week-long voyages. Seven family pools make it easier to swim and splash sans crowds, and the Toy Story Splash Zone and its Slide-a-saurus Rex body slide are available for younger adventurers. For adults, there's the beloved Senses Spa, secluded from the goings-on upstairs and featuring a sublime thermal suite quietly nestled in the bow.

What We Love

Theme Park Nostalgia: The Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) designers pulled out all the stops on Treasure when it comes to reimagining popular attractions for a ship — on board, however, guests can stay immersed in each for longer than the fixed ride duration of their terrestrial counterparts.

For example, The Haunted Mansion Parlor combines elements from the latest franchise movie (including film props) as well as from its international attractions (Phantom Manor at Disneyland Paris included). Signature changing portraits have been given a maritime overlay, but Paul Frees’ classic narration and Pepper's ghost-like effects of ballroom dancers and other apparitions in the bar’s rear mirror are familiar. And there are plenty of new surprises to discover — think an aquarium of ghost fish and their amusing epitaphs.

Similarly, the adjacent Skipper Society is as pun-heavy as the "Jungle Cruise" in the parks. The thematic drinks — and their fun tiki mugs — are not to be missed, especially the Final Vow cocktail, which perfectly balances smoky mezcal and a dash of hot sauce with sweet amaretto, strawberry, mango, and lime.

The Tomorrow Tower Suite — a two-story, nearly 2,000-square-foot suite — takes its cues from Epcot, with old-school pavilion icons and geodesic patterns. Perfect for larger groups and families of up to eight it has a living and dining area, two master bedrooms with attached bathrooms, a bunk bed-equipped bedroom and en-suite, a convertible library/bedroom, and a fourth full bath and extra half bath.

Rotational Dining Rooms: Families will appreciate Treasure’s complimentary rotational dining concept, where diners (along with their waiters) cycle through a different restaurant every evening.

1923 (a sophisticated, Art Deco-inspired space filled with Disney memorabilia from the last century), and Worlds of Marvel (a futuristic and experimental space with video entertainment) are repeated from Wish, though Treasure adds a fun Groot- and Rocket-introduced celebration and Marvel Cinematic Universe trivia session to the latter. Entirely new onboard is "Coco"-inspired Plaza de Coco, which embraces Dia de Los Muertos with song, dance, and delicious Mexican food such as Michoacan Carnitas.

Adult-Only Venues: All in all, Treasure is a ship for all ages, but it feels more adult than any other Disney ship. The Rose is a great "Beauty and the Beast"-themed bar in which to enjoy a romantic pre- or post-dinner drink; Enchanté by Chef Arnaud Lallement serves French cuisine by the three Michelin-starred chef and is themed after Lumiere from "Beauty and the Beast"; and Palo Steakhouse combines Italian fare with steakhouse dining, inspired by Cogsworth from "Beauty and the Beast."

The two-level "The Lion King"-themed Sarabi entertainment venue is home to family game shows by day but becomes an adult cabaret by night. The "Choose Wisely! An Indiana Jones Comedy Adventure" is hilarious: An improv-style duo reenacts the entire film franchise in record time in this not-to-be-missed romp.

Best Known For

Family-Friendly Amenities, Attractions, and Entertainment: Disney will forever be synonymous with family vacations, and for good reason. It was the first line to offer split bathrooms, and Treasure continues to outfit most of its cabins with bathrooms that feature a shower/tub and sink separately from a toilet and another sink to make it easier for families to get ready.

Disney’s Oceaneer Club for children, Edge for Tweens, and Vibe for Teens are carried over as near carbon copies of those on Wish and are excellent, as are the onboard shows, the magical "Beauty and the Beast" as well as the aforementioned new Moana show. Here, a giant Te Ka-turned-Te Fiti puppet is so lifelike it seems like one of Disney’s automated animatronics, though its cast of world-class performers are what truly bring the musical to life.

Disney's Many Value-Adding Differentiators: Some might consider Disney’s price point a deterrent, but it’s worth noting how many things set the line apart from its competitors. Only on a Disney cruise can you enjoy a Pirate night deck party that culminates in a fireworks display at sea, and only on a Disney cruise can you experience rotational dining.

Disney character meet-and-greets and shows are, of course, exclusive to Disney, but the exclusivity extends to first-run films and catalog titles screening onboard for free. In addition to the main Walt Disney Theater, there are two dedicated cinemas and Funnel Vision (a massive poolside screen).

Also, round-the-clock included soft drinks and elevated cuisine (extending to 24/7 room service) put Disney Cruise Line in a more premium category than its mainstream competitors.

Who It's Best For

Families As Well as Disney Fans Without Children: The bread and butter of Disney Treasure will always be families, whether that's parents with young kids or expanded multigenerational groups. However, an undeniable subset of Disney lovers without children also gravitate towards the line, and this ship specifically is likely to expand on that appeal.

Don't Say We Didn't Warn You

No Gambling: One adult-focused cruise ship feature that is noticeably absent on all Disney ships: a casino. However, this means that the kid-focused facilities (the aforementioned Oceaneer Club, Edge, and Vibe) are that much larger — the line touts an entire deck’s worth.

Impractical Adults-Only Pool Deck Layout: Treasure may be the Disney ship best suited to adults, but its deck area at the stern for those 18 and over remains a bottleneck (same as on Wish). Cornered in by the AquaMouse on the port side, its Cove Cafe and Cove Bar — and three respective Quiet Cove pools — are only accessible via an exposed (prone to weather) starboard walkway. And its only whirlpool is located so close to AquaMouse that it suffers from near-constant noise.

Jason Leppert

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