A brand-new ship full of promise and possibility, plus everything your family needs to know before booking opens on October 19.
Some vacations are planned. Others are dreamed about for years. The Disney Believe was made for the second kind.
Disney Cruise Line has officially revealed the details of its newest ship, and we could not be more excited for the families we serve. The Disney Believe sets sail on her Maiden Voyage on December 18, 2027, from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Booking opens soon, and the earliest sailings are expected to go quickly.
Here is everything you need to know, along with how our team can help you secure your spot calmly and confidently.
A ship built around promise and possibility
The Disney Believe is the fourth ship in Disney Cruise Line’s Wish class, joining the Disney Wish, Disney Treasure, and Disney Destiny. Each ship in this class tells its own story. The Believe celebrates characters who believe in themselves, their dreams, and a brighter tomorrow.
That theme shows up everywhere. A statue of Moana, Pua, and Heihei welcomes guests in the Grand Hall, the ship’s living theater inspired by the place where the sky meets the sea. Tinker Bell graces the bow, while Woody and Buzz Lightyear keep watch from the stern.
The Disney Believe at a glance
- Maiden Voyage: December 18, 2027
- Home port: Fort Lauderdale, Florida (Port Everglades)
- Guests: approximately 4,000
- Staterooms: 1,246, with about 70% offering a private verandah
- Decks: 15 guest decks
- Size: approximately 144,000 gross tons and 1,119 feet long
- Built by: Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany
Dining your family will talk about for years
Mealtime on the Disney Believe is part of the adventure.
- Oaken’s Table: A Frozen Family Feast brings guests into a cozy forest courtyard with grassy rooftops and birch branches overhead. The menu features family-friendly dishes inspired by Nordic flavors.
- Worlds of Marvel returns with a new show, Marvel Celebration of Heroes: Groot Remix, where guests follow Groot as he plans the ultimate surprise party for Rocket.
- Inside Out: Joyful Sweets gives the fan-favorite sweet shop a fresh twist inspired by Inside Out 2, with larger-than-life sculptures of Joy, Sadness, Anxiety, and Envy.
For parents ready for a quiet evening, two adult-exclusive restaurants await. Palo Steakhouse, inspired by Cogsworth, serves premium steaks and Italian favorites. Enchanté, inspired by Lumiere, features international cuisine from 3-Michelin-starred Chef Arnaud Lallement, plus beautiful ocean views.
Entertainment that sparks wonder
The Walt Disney Theatre will debut Disney Encanto, the world’s first stage adaptation of the animated film. Families will follow Mirabel on her quest to save her family and their magical village.
Up on deck, the AquaMouse water attraction returns with four different shows full of music, lighting, and splashy surprises.
Grown-ups have their own corners of magic, too. The Haunted Mansion Parlor returns with a brand-new chapter of the 999 happy haunts story. Sea Notes, a shimmering piano bar inspired by Ariel’s grotto, offers an elegant spot to unwind after the little ones are tucked in.
Staterooms designed for real families
The Believe was built with families in mind. Most verandah and oceanview staterooms sleep up to five guests and include split bathrooms, a small detail that makes busy mornings so much calmer. Thoughtful touches include elevated bed frames for luggage storage, privacy dividers, and plenty of USB-A and USB-C charging ports.
For families looking for the ultimate experience, 76 Concierge staterooms and suites include a dedicated lounge and private sun deck. The crown jewel is the Believe Tower Suite at nearly 2,000 square feet.
Accessibility matters, too. The ship includes 36 mobility and communication accessible staterooms and 56 communication-only accessible staterooms.
Inaugural season itineraries
Every inaugural season sailing departs from Fort Lauderdale, with sailings from December 2027 through May 2028.
- Maiden Voyage (December 18, 2027): 5-night Bahamian cruise visiting Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, Disney Castaway Cay, and Nassau, plus one day at sea
- 4-night Bahamian cruises: two ports of call (from Disney Castaway Cay, Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, or Nassau) plus one day at sea
- 5-night Bahamian cruises: Disney Castaway Cay, Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, and Nassau, plus one day at sea
- 5-night Western Caribbean cruises: Disney Castaway Cay and Cozumel, Mexico, plus two days at sea
Shorter sailings make the Believe a wonderful choice for first-time cruisers, holiday getaways, and families fitting a vacation around school calendars.
When can you book?
Booking opens in phases this month:
- October 12: Pearl Castaway Club members
- October 13: Platinum Castaway Club members, Golden Oak residents, and Club 33 members
- October 14: Gold Castaway Club members
- October 15: Silver Castaway Club members, Disney Vacation Club members, and Adventures by Disney Adventure Insiders
- October 19: Booking opens to all guests
Bookings are expected to open at approximately 8 a.m. Eastern each day.
Good to know about the Maiden Voyage: Because demand is expected to be high, special terms apply. A 10% non-refundable deposit is due the day you book, date changes are not permitted, and unique payment and cancellation timelines apply. Your advisor will walk you through every detail before you commit.
Let us handle the details
New ship launches move fast, and that can feel stressful. It does not have to be.
When you work with a Practically Perfect Advisor, we help you choose the right sailing and stateroom before booking day, so you are ready the moment it opens. We watch for details, keep track of payment dates, and plan the little touches that make your trip feel effortless. Our planning services come at no additional cost to you.
Ready to believe in a little more magic? Start your trip request with a Practically Perfect Advisor today and let’s plan your family’s place on board.
Escape the busy, one practically perfect vacation at a time.
Details are subject to change, as the Disney Believe is still under construction. Ships’ Registry: The Bahamas.
