Age Policy
- Guests under 18 years old who are not traveling with a parent or legal guardian must share a stateroom with an adult aged 21 or older. In these cases, the parent or legal guardian is required to designate an adult to assume responsibility for the minor and act on their behalf throughout the Disney Cruise Line vacation.
- A Minor Authorization Form must be completed and signed by the parent or legal guardian before boarding. This form can be accessed through the “My Disney Cruise” section on the official Disney Cruise Line website or will be included in the cruise document package.
- Please note that after 9:00 p.m., access to adult entertainment areas is limited to guests aged 18 and above.
Dining Information
Disney Cruise Line offers a wide variety of dining experiences to suit every taste—from immersive Main Dining restaurants and casual buffets to quick-service snacks and adult-exclusive fine dining. Whether you’re traveling with family or enjoying a night out, Disney Cruise dining combines themed storytelling, exceptional service, and fresh cuisine across all ships.
Main Dining
- Animator’s Palate
Animator’s Palate celebrates Disney animation with an innovative dinner show starring your favorite Disney characters. Located aft on Deck 4 (Magic & Wonder) and Deck 3 (Dream & Fantasy), this Main Dining venue offers a magical dining experience for guests of all ages.
Available on: Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy
- Enchanted Garden
Deck 2 Midship aboard the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy, Enchanted Garden transforms from a bright, garden-inspired setting during the day to a magical evening atmosphere. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus feature a range of fresh, flavorful dishes.
Available on: Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy
- Lumière’s
Located midship on Deck 3, Lumière’s offers contemporary American cuisine for breakfast and lunch, with French-inspired fare for dinner. The restaurant’s theme is inspired by Beauty and the Beast, creating a refined and elegant dining ambiance.
Available on: Disney Magic
- Parrot Cay
A tropical-inspired dining experience on Deck 3 aft, Parrot Cay serves classic American favorites for breakfast and lunch, and Caribbean-inspired dishes for dinner.
Available on: Disney Magic, Disney Wonder
- Royal Court
Located midship on Deck 3, Royal Court draws inspiration from Disney classics such as Cinderella, Snow White, and Sleeping Beauty. Guests enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a beautifully themed setting.
Available on: Disney Fantasy
- Royal Palace
Deck 3 Midship aboard the Disney Dream, Royal Palace offers a regal dining experience inspired by classic Disney films. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus feature elegant, family-friendly cuisine.
Available on: Disney Dream
- Triton’s
Triton’s, located midship on Deck 3, combines contemporary American breakfast and lunch offerings with French-inspired continental cuisine for dinner. The restaurant is themed after The Little Mermaid.
Available on: Disney Wonder
Buffet Dining
- Beach Blanket Buffet
Deck 9 aft, Beach Blanket Buffet features indoor/outdoor seating and serves American and international favorites. Breakfast and lunch are self-service buffets, while dinner is a table-service experience with Main Dining selections.
Available on: Disney Wonder
- Cabanas
Located aft on Deck 11, Cabanas offers fresh, made-to-order options at breakfast and lunch. During dinner, it transforms into a table-service restaurant serving Main Dining dishes.
Available on: Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy
- Topsider Buffet
Deck 9 aft, Topsider Buffet serves a variety of American and international dishes. Breakfast and lunch are buffet-style, while dinner becomes a casual sit-down experience with Main Dining specialties.
Available on: Disney Magic
Quick Service & Snacks
- Eye Scream Treats & Frozone Treats
Located near Donald’s Pool on Deck 11, these two quick-service venues are perfect for ice cream, frozen treats, and sweet snacks.
Available on: Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy
- Flo’s Café Disney
Deck 11 near Donald’s Pool, Flo’s Café offers healthy options and hearty meals at three themed stations inspired by Disney•Pixar’s Cars.
Available on: Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy
- Goofy’s Galley
Deck 9 outdoor eatery serving breakfast, lunch, and evening snacks.
Available on: Disney Magic, Disney Wonder
- Pinocchio’s Pizzeria
Deck 9 midship, serving pizza all day.
Available on: Disney Magic, Disney Wonder
- Pluto’s Dog House
Deck 9 aft, offering classic American lunch and dinner favorites like hamburgers and chicken.
Available on: Disney Magic, Disney Wonder
- Preludes
Located outside the Walt Disney Theatre, Preludes provides snacks and beverages during shows and movie screenings.
Available on: All ships
- Room Service
24-hour complimentary room service offers continental breakfast, snacks, and late-night meals, all delivered directly to your stateroom.
Available on: All ships
Adult-Exclusive Dining
- Palo
Deck 10 aft (Magic & Wonder) and Deck 12 aft (Dream & Fantasy), Palo serves Northern Italian cuisine for dinner, with brunch available on select cruises.
Available on: All ships
- Remy
Deck 12 aft, Remy offers an intimate, upscale dining experience with French-inspired cuisine for dinner.
Available on: Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy
Onboard Dining Schedule
- Breakfast & Lunch: Served in select Main Dining venues (Parrot Cay, Lumière’s, Triton’s, Royal Palace, Enchanted Garden), buffets (Topsider, Beach Blanket), and casual restaurants (Cabanas).
- Dinner: Two seatings each night—Main Seating at ~6:00 p.m. and Second Seating at ~8:00 p.m. on all ships. Requests for specific dining times will be accommodated when possible.
- Rotation Dining: Guests enjoy different Main Dining restaurants nightly, following a set rotation. Check your dining tickets in your stateroom for details.
Other casual and quick-service options—including Pinocchio’s Pizzeria, Pluto’s Dog House, Topsider Buffet (Magic), Beach Blanket Buffet (Wonder), Cabanas (Dream), and Room Service—are available throughout the day.
Fuel Surcharge Policy
- Disney Cruise Line has removed its fuel surcharge. Guests who have already booked a cruise and paid a fuel supplement may be eligible for a refund in the form of an onboard credit. Refunds are determined as follows: if the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) closing price for West Texas Intermediate (WTI) fuel is below $70 per barrel two weeks before the start of the calendar quarter, Disney Cruise Line will issue the credit.
- The applicable quarter is based solely on the cruise’s sailing date, and the entire voyage is considered part of that quarter. For a full calendar of dates when WTI fuel prices are measured and the quarters during which refunds may apply, refer to Disney Cruise Line’s official guidelines.
Payments / Refunds
Deposits & Payments
Standard stateroom deposits are 10% of the voyage fare (for new bookings created on or after June 18, 2025; bookings made on or before June 17, 2025, are subject to a 20% deposit). Placeholder bookings made onboard require a reduced deposit of 5% of the voyage fare (for itineraries of 7 nights or longer). Concierge and Suite deposits are strictly non-refundable from the time of booking. Final payment is due exactly 90 days prior for cruises of 1-5 nights, and 120 days prior for cruises of 6 nights or longer. Deposit payment is due within 3 days of booking. Reservations created inside final payment require immediate payment in full. Restricted rate bookings are 100% non-refundable immediately.
Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellation fees depend on cruise length, category, and days prior to sailing.
Short Sailings (1–5 Nights)
90+ Days Prior to Sailing
- Standard: No cancellation fee, except for non-refundable suites.
- Concierge/Suites: Deposit amount forfeited.
89–45 Days Prior to Sailing
- Standard: Deposit amount forfeited.
- Concierge/Suites: Deposit amount forfeited.
44–30 Days Prior to Sailing
- Standard: 50% of the total price forfeited.
- Concierge/Suites: 50% of the total price forfeited.
29–15 Days Prior to Sailing
- Standard: 75% of the total price forfeited.
- Concierge/Suites: 75% of the total price forfeited.
14 Days or Less Prior to Sailing
- Standard: 100% of the total price forfeited.
- Concierge/Suites: 100% of the total price forfeited.
Long Sailings (6+ Nights)
120+ Days Prior to Sailing
- Standard: No cancellation fee.
- Concierge/Suites: Deposit amount forfeited.
119–56 Days Prior to Sailing
- Standard: Deposit amount forfeited.
- Concierge/Suites: Deposit amount forfeited.
55–30 Days Prior to Sailing
- Standard: 50% of the total price forfeited.
- Concierge/Suites: 50% of the total price forfeited.
29–15 Days Prior to Sailing
- Standard: 75% of the total price forfeited.
- Concierge/Suites: 75% of the total price forfeited.
14 Days or Less Prior to Sailing
- Standard: 100% of the total price forfeited.
- Concierge/Suites: 100% of the total price forfeited.
Smoking Policy
- For the comfort and enjoyment of all guests, Disney Cruise Line ships are primarily non-smoking. To accommodate those who do smoke while maintaining a pleasant environment for everyone, designated smoking areas are available on the open-air decks of each ship.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited in staterooms and on private verandahs. Guests who violate this policy will be charged a $250 fee, which will be applied to their onboard account. Additionally, smoking pipes or cigars in any public areas is not allowed. These rules help ensure a safe and comfortable experience for all passengers aboard the ship.
Travel Protection
DCL offers an optional Vacation Protection Plan. This combines a cancellation fee waiver from DCL (giving a 100% cash refund for specified covered reasons, and a 75% Future Cruise Credit for unlisted reasons up to departure) with travel insurance underwritten by Arch Insurance Company. Coverage limits include trip interruption (up to $20,000), trip delay ($500), accident/sickness medical ($20,000), medical evacuation ($50,000), baggage loss ($3,000), and baggage delay ($500). Plan cost is calculated per guest based on total cruise price, and must be paid by final payment or before any reservation charges become non-refundable.
Tipping Policy
Standard staterooms are charged an optional daily gratuity of $16.00 USD per guest, per night (covers dining servers and stateroom host). Concierge staterooms and Suites are charged $27.25 USD per guest, per night (covers standard pool plus assistant host and Concierge lounge team). Daily gratuities can be prepaid online or will be automatically added to the guest’s folio on the second-to-last day of the cruise. Daily tips are optional and can be adjusted or removed entirely by visiting Guest Services prior to disembarkation. An automatic 18% service gratuity is charged on all optional bar and lounge beverages, specialty dining (Palo, Remy), deck service, and spa services.
Dress Code
Most onboard dining locations are “cruise casual,” allowing shorts and t-shirts (swimwear and tank tops are prohibited). Adult-exclusive restaurants (Palo, Remy, Palo Steakhouse, Enchanté) require an elegant dress-casual look with dress pants, collared shirts, dressy tops, and nice shoes. Jeans in good condition are allowed, while t-shirts and sports attire are prohibited.
Formal Nights
- On 7-night cruises, there is typically one semi-formal night and one formal night. Semi-Formal requires a suit or jacket for men and a dress or pantsuit for women. Formal nights recommend a tuxedo or suit for men and an evening gown, dress, or pantsuit for women.
Excursions
- Enhance your cruise vacation by pre-booking your excursions (recommended for most savings and to guarantee availability) via the cruise line app or book while onboard. Space is limited and popular excursions sell out fast!
Why Disney Cruise Line?
- Disney Cruise Line offers an immersive vacation experience where legendary Disney storytelling and entertainment are featured throughout every part of the cruise.
- Guests enjoy fine dining options that range from gourmet restaurants to casual buffets with themed décor and interactive experiences.
- Disney Cruise Line’s spacious staterooms are designed with families in mind, often featuring additional room, thoughtful layouts, and family‑friendly amenities.
- Live Broadway‑style entertainment and deck parties are included on most sailings, making the onboard entertainment exceptional compared to other cruise lines.
- The youth clubs aboard Disney cruises are expertly themed around Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars, offering engaging activities for kids, tweens, and teens.
- On most Bahamian and Caribbean itineraries, guests can enjoy exclusive visits to Disney’s private island retreats like Castaway Cay or Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.
- Adult‑exclusive areas and entertainment spaces allow grown‑ups to relax and socialize away from the family zones.
- Disney Cruise Line includes unlimited soft drinks, coffee, tea, and room service in the cruise fare, adding value that many other cruise lines charge extra for.
- Themed character meet‑and‑greets happen throughout the ship, giving families unforgettable opportunities to interact with beloved Disney characters.
- Disney Cruise Line creates vacation experiences that appeal to both Disney fans and first‑time cruisers alike, with something for every age group.
FAQ
What is included in the price of a Disney Cruise Line vacation?
The cruise fare includes accommodations, most meals, Broadway‑quality entertainment, youth clubs, pools, activities, and access to Disney private island destinations on many itineraries.
Does Disney Cruise Line operate a loyalty program?
Yes, returning guests can join the Castaway Club for benefits like early booking windows and exclusive events.
Are meals included on a Disney cruise?
Yes, most dining options including table service and quick‑service meals are included in the cruise fare.
Is Wi‑Fi included on Disney Cruise Line ships?
Wi‑Fi is not included in the standard fare, and guests can purchase internet packages onboard if they want internet access.
Can I meet Disney characters onboard?
Yes, character meet‑and‑greets and interactions with Disney favorites are a regular part of Disney Cruise Line experiences.
How far in advance should I book a Disney cruise?
For the best choice of dates and staterooms, guests are encouraged to book early, as popular sailings can sell out months or years in advance.
Do I need a ticket to meet certain Disney characters on the ship?
Some character experiences may require reservation tickets, especially for meet‑and‑greet events.
How do I pay for my Disney cruise?
Disney Cruise Line accepts U.S. dollars and other approved currencies, and guests can pay, review, or manage reservations online via their MyDisney account.
Do Disney cruises offer activities if you stay onboard while in port?
Yes, there is always plenty to do onboard, including shows, pools, activities, and lounges even if you choose not to disembark.
What do I need to check in for my Disney cruise?
Valid travel documents like passports are required at check‑in, and the Guest Information Form must be completed in advance.
