Disney Cruise Line’s new ship, Disney Believe, will commence its maiden voyage on December 18, 2027, departing from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Bookings for the ship will open on October 19, 2026. The initial sailings will include four- and five-night cruises to the Bahamas and the Western Caribbean, featuring stops at Disney’s private islands Disney Castaway Cay and Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, as well as Nassau.
Encanto Musical and Onboard Entertainment
The centerpiece of the Disney Believe’s entertainment lineup is the first-ever “Encanto” musical performed at sea. This production follows the character Mirabel on her quest to protect her family’s home
and incorporates songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda, including “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” and “Surface Pressure.” Additional stage shows include “Tangled: The Musical” and “Disney Seas the Adventure.” Adults can enjoy the Gazelle live show hub, inspired by “Zootopia,” offering nighttime performances exclusively for grown-ups. The ship also features a central gathering space called the Wishing Well, inspired by “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.”
Thematic Ship Design and Guest Experience
Guests boarding the Disney Believe will be welcomed by a Grand Hall themed around the movie “Moana,” complete with statues of Moana and her companions Pua and Heihei. The staterooms continue this thematic approach, showcasing papercut-style
artwork drawn from “Moana,” Pixar’s “Coco,” and Disney’s “The Lion King.” The ship offers a range of stateroom categories, including Concierge, Verandah, Oceanview, and Inside options.
Dining and Beverage Venues
The ship introduces a new family dining venue called Oaken’s Table, inspired by “Frozen.” Other food and beverage options include Sea Notes, a piano lounge themed after “The Little Mermaid,” Big Hero Sips and Café Kakamora, based on “Big Hero 6” and “Moana” respectively, and Skygazers, a pub designed as a magical observatory. The Inside Out: Joyful Sweets confectionary caters to guests seeking desserts. Returning favorites such as the Haunted Mansion Parlor bar, Palo
Steakhouse, Enchanté by Chef Arnaud Lallement, and The Rose lounge will also be available.
Disney Vacation Club Booking Details
Members of the Disney Vacation Club (DVC) will have exclusive early booking access, with a “First Wave” reservation window opening on November 21, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time, by phone only. The initial DVC sailing is scheduled for January 5, 2028, less than three weeks after the ship’s maiden voyage. This itinerary includes calls at Disney Castaway Cay, Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, and Nassau. Member Services phone numbers for DVC bookings are (800) 800-9800 and (407) 566-3800, with special operating hours from 10:00
AM to 4:00 PM on November 21, 2026.
Booking Timelines and Traveler Information
Regular bookings for the Disney Believe open on October 19, 2026, ahead of the inaugural sailings beginning December 18, 2027. The ship offers four- and five-night cruises suitable for shorter vacation plans. Traveler demand may result in longer wait times on Member Services phone lines during the booking launch. Disney encourages travelers to consider adding a Walt Disney World Resort stay before or after their cruise; the resort is approximately a three-hour drive from Fort Lauderdale.
The Member Services normal hours will resume at 9:00 AM on November 22, 2026.
Disney Believe within Disney Cruise Line Fleet
Disney Believe
is the fourth vessel in Disney Cruise Line’s Wish class, joining Disney Wish, Disney Treasure, and Disney Destiny. The new ship continues Disney’s approach of integrating popular Disney and Pixar franchises into its entertainment and design to create immersive guest experiences. It expands the cruise line’s presence in the Bahamas and Western Caribbean markets, further enhancing offerings from its Fort Lauderdale-based homeport.
