The Disney Destiny, a new Wish-class ship with a "Heroes and Villains" theme, will launch on November 20, 2025. This impressive vessel has a gross tonnage of 144,000 GT and can carry up to 4,000 passengers in its 1,256 staterooms. It’ll start its inaugural season from Port Everglades, Florida, offering 4 and 5-night cruises to the Bahamas and the Western Caribbean. She's the seventh ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet.
What is Disney Destiny’s special theme?
Disney Destiny really stands out because it focuses on a hero and villain theme that you see throughout the ship’s design and activities. It's built to honor the epic showdowns and great triumphs from all Disney, Pixar, and Marvel storytelling.
This ship is a place where you can meet your favorite heroes and give a respectful nod to the most wickedly fun villains. From the moment you step into the Grand Hall, you feel like you’ve been dropped into the middle of a grand animated saga. The entire atmosphere sustains that feeling, from the shows you see to the places you choose to enjoy a specialty coffee.
What’s the itinerary of Disney Destiny?
Disney Destiny started off its sailing schedule with some fantastic itineraries, making its first trip on November 20, 2025. It will sail from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for its first few months, offering four and five-night cruises. These trips focus on sunny destinations, perfect for people looking to escape the colder weather and spend some time in warm water.
You can pick between trips that head to The Bahamas or others that sail to the Western Caribbean. Either way, you get beautiful blue water and great ports to stop and walk around. This ship really lets you pick a perfect sunshine trip right out of the gate.
What amazing places can you eat at Disney Destiny?
Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King
The dining room gives you a great feeling for Savanna, celebrating Simba’s huge personal story with a spectacular musical dinner theater. You sit down to themed food that tastes absolutely great, all while a group of talented singers and musicians tell the story of The Lion King with its famous songs. This place isn't just a restaurant! It’s a full-on show and you eat dinner inside of it.
Worlds of Marvel
If you are a fan of theme parks, then the bars and lounges on Disney Treasure have got you covered. Serving custom drinks, Haunted Mansion Parlor has been themed to the classic Disney attraction. Right outside the Parlor's door is Skipper Society, which is a tropical bar with decorations of the Jungle Cruise ride. You can also enjoy your time at Periscope Pub, which is a lounge. Besides, Scat Cat Lounge is another bar on the cruise ship that is themed to "The Aristocats," the 1970 Walt Disney animated film.
1923
This restaurant takes you back in time to the year The Walt Disney Studios first opened its doors, giving you a taste of the Golden Age of Hollywood. You sit among original storyboards, sketches, and props that remind you of the classic Disney animated movies, making it a sophisticated meal you won’t forget. The food focuses on fresh, appetizing California flavors, giving you a nice, fine dining feel that matches the era.
Edna À La Mode Sweets
If you have a sweet tooth, darling, you must find this incredible spot, created by the world-renowned Super fashion designer Edna Mode. She repurposed her lab aboard the ship to make it a perfect place for guests to get a fabulous treat. You find all kinds of delicious desserts here, and it’s the perfect place to stop for a quick sugar rush during your busy day.
Marceline Market
Walt Disney’s early childhood hometown in Missouri is the inspiration for this cool, casual dining spot with beautiful ocean views. It works like an eclectic marketplace, letting you choose from around-the-clock service, a café-style bar, and ten different counters. You can grab your favorite classic foods, try something international, or choose from a good selection of plant-based offerings for breakfast and lunch.
Café Megara
You can go from zero to hero quickly when you stop at this Hercules-inspired specialty walkup café. It serves coffee, tea, specialty beverages, and quick snacks, and it’s right near the busy Grand Hall, so it’s easy to find when you need a caffeine hit.
Café Merida
If you’re ready to chase your own destiny, you can find your energy here, with this spot drawing inspiration from the Disney and Pixar movie Brave. It offers coffee, specialty drinks, and snacks, giving you a perfect spot to recharge right next to all the action.
Mickey & Friends Festival of Foods
This is the go-to area for all the delicious, fan favorite treats right in the heart of the action on the ship’s upper decks. You’ll find different food stations named after Mickey Mouse animated shorts, including Mickey's Smokestack BBQ, Donald's Cantina, Daisy's Pizza Pies, Goofy's Grill, and Minnie's Delights. It’s got everything you could ever want in a casual, midday bite.
Palo Steakhouse
This is one of the sophisticated adults dining spots, giving you a quiet, elegant place to enjoy premium steak specialties and exquisite Italian dishes. It’s perfect for a grown-up night out, offering a fantastic menu and a refined setting you’ll really appreciate.
Enchanté
For a touch of French sophistication, you can try this restaurant, which features an innovative menu from three Michelin-starred Chef Arnaud Lallement. This spot is another adult-exclusive, giving you a luxurious and private dinner that feels like a truly special event.
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What’s the best way to have fun at Disney Destiny?
Disney Hercules
This show is only on Disney Destiny, bringing massive characters, fun comedy, and legendary music from the Walt Disney Animation Studios movie right to the stage. The Muses sing their way through the timeless good versus evil story, featuring amazing pop and gospel influences, stunning visuals, and modern projection effects. They even include a heartfelt song that was written for the movie but didn’t make the final cut, making this a fresh take on a classic.
Frozen, A Musical Spectacular
The magic of Arendelle is here to warm your heart during a performance full of glitter and song. You get to see the whole story of Anna and Elsa’s amazing trip, where they meet mystical trolls, a not-so-charming prince, and their very favorite snowman, who just loves summer, Olaf. It’s a wonderful show that fans of the movie absolutely adore.
Disney Seas the Adventure
This original stage spectacular stars Goofy, who teams up with other beloved Disney and Pixar friends for an exciting trip through unknown waters. It’s a fun, action-packed show that everyone in the family will enjoy, full of great music and exciting scenes.
AquaMouse
This is an all-new water coaster where Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse star in a wild water adventure with famous Disney villains like the Evil Queen, Scar, and Chernabog. As your ride vehicle goes up Villain Mountain, you hear animated scenes that jump quickly from scary to silly, and then you get incredible views and soaking wet thrills as you shoot through winding tubes over the side of the ship.
Saga
This two-story lounge is for the family, subtly inspired by the massive Marvel film Black Panther. It hosts musical acts, comedy routines, and fun game shows during the day. At night, this family-friendly hub changes completely, transforming into a spectacular lounge just for the grown-ups.
Hero Zone
Do you feel ready to use your inner Super skills? You can test yourself with physical challenges and competitions in this cool family recreation space. It features a sports court, a playground, a game floor, and even a movie theater, giving you a whole lot of action-packed activities.
Toy Story Splash Zone
The upper decks are full of fun in the sun, and this spot is a water play area inspired by the Toy Story movies. It has big rubber bath toys and the great Slide-a-saurus Rex family slide, giving the little ones a perfect place to cool off.
Wonderland Cinema
Grab some popcorn and get ready for a first-run or classic Disney movie at this theater, which is decorated with fun touches from Alice in Wonderland. It’s a fun, whimsical spot that offers a great escape for movie lovers of all ages.
Never Land Cinema
You get transported to the magical world of Peter Pan at this movie theater. It provides another fantastic entertainment option, letting you see great films in a truly pixie-dust environment.
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Where can adults find a special hideout on Disney Destiny?
De Vil's
Welcome to this chic, stylish lounge that takes its cue from the over-the-top fashionista from the Disney classic 101 Dalmatians, Cruella De Vil. It’s right near the Grand Hall and matches Cruella’s bold style with a flair for the dramatic. You can treat yourself to trendy martinis, classic cocktails, or high-end bubbly while a black and white spotted piano plays a sultry tune.
Haunted Mansion Parlor
You need to face your fate as you meet up with some lively “spirits” at this great hangout. But you have been warned: grim grinning ghosts are sure to show up here, which serves up specialty-made cocktails that are simply… amazing. It’s a spooky spot that fans of the classic ride will love.
Yo Ho, Yo Ho, A Pirate's Life at Sea
This swashbuckling pub takes its theme from the classic Disney park ride, Pirates of the Caribbean. It’s decorated with stolen loot, rum bottles, jail cell keys, and more. It’s a chill atmosphere where you can watch the latest sports while you enjoy a big selection of spirits and brews, some of which are served straight from the barrel in proper pirate style.
The Sanctum
Enter the mystical world of Marvel Studios’ Doctor Strange when you find this cool spot. You don’t have to be the Sorcerer Supreme to enjoy the amazing selection of spellbinding cocktails, spirits, and coffee drinks available at the bar.
The Rose
This stylish, adult-only lounge gives you a wonderful place to have a cocktail or a glass of wine before or after dinner. You get fantastic floor-to-ceiling ocean views, and the lounge reminds you of the enchanted castle from Beauty and the Beast.
Senses Spa
Nature meets pure luxury at this beautiful place of calm and comfort. You can get soothing spa and beauty treatments built to give your mind and body a fresh new feel. You can also spend time in the Rainforest, an indoor and outdoor area that has heated seating, a steam room with aromatherapy, a dry sauna, and a calming pool.
Quiet Cove Pool
Soak up the sun at this peaceful poolside spot made exclusively for grown-ups. It’s separate from all the busy family fun, making it the perfect place to chat, sip on a drink, and take a quick dip in the refreshing water.
Untangled Salon
Let your hair down at this beautiful salon, which offers a full menu of luxury manicures, pedicures, and hairstyling services. It’s a great way to prepare for a special night out on the ship.
Hook's Barbery
For a great haircut and shave worthy of a ship captain, visit this classic barber shop. It even includes a full bar, stocked with special whiskies, giving gentlemen a truly upscale grooming spot.
What cool clubs are there for kids on Disney Destiny?
Fairytale Hall
Dreams truly come true here for your young princes and princesses in this fun, storybook setting. Kids get to meet their favorite Disney Princesses, make floating lanterns at Rapunzel's Art Studio, act out great stories in Belle's Library, and even create their own snow magic in Anna and Elsa's Sommerhus.
Marvel Super Hero Academy
Calling all heroes ages three to ten, you need to join the Avengers and team up with Super Heroes like Spider-Man, Black Panther, Ant-Man, and The Wasp. Inside this sleek headquarters, the kids train to save the world from famous villains from the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Star Wars: Cargo Bay
You can go on an amazing trip in a galaxy far, far away when you step inside this special club. Kids get to board a starship that’s getting ready for a mission to support the Resistance, where they team up with great Star Wars friends like Chewbacca and Rey.
Imagineering Lab
This is a fun place for hands-on activities, giving kids a chance to figure out how things work. They can even get to design their very own roller coaster, and then they can climb into a special pod to feel what their creation would be like in action.
Mickey & Minnie Captain's Deck
For little cruisers, this play area is packed with fun, featuring a slide, a ship steering wheel, and busy boxes that children can control. You should keep a lookout because Captain Minnie Mouse herself might stop by for a surprise visit.
“it's a small world” nursery!
This wonderful daycare center is made for the littlest ones, ages six months to three years, inspired by the famous Disney ride. The children can relax and play while highly trained counselors look after them, and they sometimes get visits from special Disney friends.
Where will you stay at Disney Destiny?
Every cabin, or stateroom, aboard the Disney Destiny is created with families in mind, giving you a beautiful and pleasant place to rest after a busy day of fun. Every room features a fresh, natural color scheme with custom-made artwork that highlights the epic stories of Disney’s heroes and legends.
The accommodation choices are fantastic, ranging from cozy Inside rooms and beautiful Oceanview rooms to rooms with a Verandah, or even the spacious Concierge suites, Royal Suites, and the amazing Tower Suite. You and your loved ones can travel the high seas in truly high style, giving you a perfect home base for your trip.
Is booking Disney Destiny a great idea for your family trip?
When you look at everything Disney Destiny offers, it’s clear this ship is set to be one of the best ways to see the ocean with your family. The thrilling activities for children, sophisticated spots for adults, and truly original, immersive dining makes it a great choice for everyone.
You get to see the world while staying inside a beautiful hotel that is always in motion, and every day brings a new character or a new story to be found. It’s not just a cruise! It’s a destination all by itself, and securing your spot on one of its first trips is a decision you won’t regret. Go ahead and start planning your Disney Destiny trip today, you deserve this kind of fun.
Final Words
Disney Destiny isn’t just a ship, it’s where your family’s next great story begins. You get spectacular shows, incredible food, and a perfect balance of hero adventure and grown-up hideaways. Don’t miss your chance to be among the first to see the magic this newest Disney ship holds. It’s time to book your spot and set your course for fun!
