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To get the best value, consider booking during off-peak times and keep an eye out for special promotions or packages. Remember, a Disney Wish cruise is an all-encompassing experience, offering entertainment, dining, accommodations, and access to beautiful destinations, all wrapped in the magic of Disney. For those seeking an extra touch of luxury, Disney Wish offers 76 concierge staterooms and suites. These premium accommodations provide an elevated level of service and exclusive access to dedicated areas like the Concierge Lounge and private sun deck, ensuring a truly luxurious experience at sea. MS Disney Wish staterooms (1238 total, in 26 grades) are mainly midship-located Balconies. All cabins and suites are well planned and equipped with the travel industry's latest amenities.
Our Review of Spa and Salon Services Onboard the Disney Wish
Like on all Disney ships, passenger staterooms by sizes are ranked among the industry's largest standard cabins, designed to easily accommodate four people. Cabins are with ample storage space, lounge/living area and split bathrooms (1 room with shower-bathtub-sink-WC, and separate toilet-sink). Beds on are raised to allow underbed storage for 2 medium-sized suitcases.
Cabins on Disney Wish Offer Space for All and Enchanted Decor
Via the app "Play Disney Parks", the phones/tablets transform into magical spyglasses allowing them to sail uncharted worlds, unlock missions, solve puzzles, conquer other "virtual cruisers". While the kids are at the variety of clubs designed for them, adults can take advantage of spaces for the 18-and-older crowd. In fact, that's one reason why I love Disney cruises so much — the kids want to do the kids activities, which means adults get to enjoy amenities designed for us, too. At night, Marceline Market transforms into an alternative option for those not interested in dining at their assigned rotational dining restaurant (especially popular for folks who don’t want to observe a semi-formal or formal night on longer cruises).
Rotational Dining Restaurants on the Disney Wish
Two of our reviewers had also experienced the Galactic Starcruiser on land at Walt Disney World, and couldn’t help but draw comparisons to that location’s Sublight Lounge. They felt that the land offering was much better because there were fewer limitations (thanks to not being shoehorned into the available space on a ship). Between the two, Sublight Lounge (on land) felt more real than Hyperspace Lounge (at sea). The number of bars and lounges onboard the Disney Wish are almost too numerous to list (though we do, indeed, attempt to do so in our deck-by-deck guide later on this page).
Fantastic adults-only spaces
We know many frequent cruisers who don’t even get off the ship when it docks in Nassau. So it’s no surprise that they’d want to have the newest ship, with all its hype, right “next door” to Orlando so people can easily extend their Walt Disney World vacation by tacking on a short cruise. It also allows Disney to tap into the huge “locals” market of Florida residents who seem to flock to the latest-and-greatest that Disney has to offer. For 2024 and 2025 Disney Wish is sailing on 3- and 4-night Bahamian cruises from Port Canaveral Florida.
What Class is Disney Wish?
The ship was built in two halves with the bow built at Fincatieri's Ancona shipyard and the stern at their Marghera shipyard. When she's not on the deck enjoying the ocean breeze, Annie loves sharing her tales and experiences on her blog. Dive into her stories, and you'll feel like you're right there with her, cruising the high seas with a cocktail in hand. On the Disney Wish, your stateroom is more than just a place to rest – it’s your own private retreat where comfort meets enchantment. Let’s explore the various accommodation options that make your stay on Disney Wish as magical as the journey itself. From insider tips to detailed overviews of onboard activities, dining, accommodation, and itineraries, we’ve got everything you need to make your Disney cruise dream a reality.
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The Oceaneer's "Club" and "Lab" facilities (ages 3-10) are connected, thus doubling the fun space. The "Oceaneer's Club" features the "Andy's Room" (with oversized Disney characters for kids to climb on) and the "Laugh Floor" (with its "laugh-o-meter" and Mike and Sully of "Monsters Inc"). The "Oceaneer's Lab" is maritime-themed, featuring an Animator's Studio and a small Sound Studio. The new Disney approach allows all kids ages 3-10 to access the same clubs with separate rooms and age-related activities. As we reach the end of our enchanting journey through the world of the Disney Wish, it’s clear that this cruise ship offers more than just a vacation – it’s a gateway to a magical experience, tailor-made for families, couples, and Disney enthusiasts of all ages. From its stunning accommodation options to its diverse dining experiences, exciting itineraries, and unique onboard activities, Disney Wish is set to create memories that will last a lifetime.
To handle them, Orlando Port Canaveral's Disney Terminal 8 was upgraded to passenger capacity 7500 tourists at a time. The pool deck has a large area for family fun water activities, featuring 2 whirlpools/hot tubs and 2 kids pools - "Donald's" (5 ft deep) and "Mickey's" (with a spiral slide). There's a toddler splash area (Nemo-themed) located in the center on Deck 11 with huge glass panes for parents to monitor their kids.
Hook’s Barbery
Tips are generally given to waiting staff (including assistant waiters) and cabin attendants/stewards. Additionally, a 15% gratuity on all beverages is automatically charged to the passenger's shipboard account. The Disney Wish is the first of three new Disney Cruise Line ships to be built at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany through 2025.
During dinner, the restaurant provides a table service experience with entrees made to order (still included in the cost of your cruise). There’s no entertainment at this restaurant; that’s not unexpected on most Disney ships — but for the Wish, it’s an outlier as the only rotational dining restaurant without a show. As such, our reviewers felt that this was the restaurant to skip if you’re on a shorter cruise and need to pick a night to experience Palo Steakhouse or Enchanté. There are still three main restaurants onboard for your nightly dinner rotation, but two of them feature live entertainment during your meal. The cost of a Disney Wish cruise varies based on several factors, including the length of the cruise, the time of year, the type of stateroom you choose, and the number of guests in your party. Prices can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars per person.
From the grand atrium that sparkles with an enchanting Cinderella theme to the first-ever Disney attraction at sea, the AquaMouse, Disney Wish promises an extraordinary journey where every moment feels like a page from a storybook. Aboard the Disney Wish, dining is not just about the food; it’s an adventure into a world of flavors, themes, and magical experiences. Let’s explore the diverse and delightful dining options that await you on this enchanting cruise ship. In true Disney fashion, the stern of Disney Wish features a whimsically artistic character that captures the essence of the ship’s theme.
Starting in July 2022, Disney Wish itinerary program is based on roundtrips to the Eastern and Western Caribbean departing from homeport Port Canaveral (Orlando City) Florida. A signature port destination included in all itineraries is DCL's private island in the Bahamas Castaway Cay. Untangled Salon (Beauty Parlor) and Hook’s Barbery (Barber Shop/Men’s Salon) are DCL fleet's first venues dedicated to hair- and beauty services for adults.
Consider it a somewhat utilitarian option to get food in your stomach without having to change from your bathrobe, and you’ll be set up for room service success. New Orleans-inspired cocktails and refreshments are served up in this informal lounge inspired by the magical marsh Disney’s The Princess and the Frog. Among the magnolia blossoms and twinkling fireflies, you’ll find live musical performances and other events. Our reviewers appreciated the variety of food offered at Marceline, and also the fact that they had a wide selection of beverages that were included without having to buy an additional beverage package like on other cruise lines. (While Disney Cruise does offer drink packages for alcoholic beverages, it’s not necessary to purchase one just for sodas, coffee, tea, or juice — those are all already included in the cost of the cruise).
Our reviewers appreciated the convenience of Mickey and Friends Festival of Foods and also found the setup to be “super cute.” The tacos met with approval, and others in the group who tried the barbecue were happy with their meals, too. Both of those cuisines are first-time appearances onboard a Disney ship, so we were happy to hear they were well-executed. They also found it to be a handy spot to stop for a quick snack when everything else was closed. You’ll have a great chance to enjoy sweeping views of the ocean outside the windows while dining here, something that’s mostly missing in the three main restaruants. Our reviewers were somewhat limited in their ability to experience the actual cuisine onboard at these two restaurants during their christening, inaugural, and preview cruises.
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