Meet the Disney Believe: Everything We Know About Disney Cruise Line's Newest Ship

Jennifer Feeney • October 8, 2026

Meet the Disney Believe: Everything We Know About Disney Cruise Line's Newest Ship

Oct 8, 2026 · @Jenn

Disney Cruise Line just announced its newest ship, the Disney Believe, and she sets sail on December 18, 2027 from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

The ship is inspired by courageous Disney characters who believe in themselves, their dreams and new horizons. That theme shows up everywhere on board, from Moana in the Grand Hall to a world-premiere Encanto musical. Here is everything we know so far, and what it means for your family.

Where the Disney Believe will sail

The Disney Believe will offer 4- and 5-night sailings from South Florida to the Caribbean and The Bahamas. Each voyage stops at one or both of Disney Cruise Line's island destinations: Disney Castaway Cay and Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.

Shorter sailings are a great fit for first-time cruisers, families with young kids, and anyone who wants a big dose of magic without a lot of time away from school or work. Sailing from Port Everglades also makes it an easy drive for families here in Florida.

When you can book

General booking for the Disney Believe opens October 19, 2026. Select groups get early booking opportunities first:

Date

Who can book

Oct 12, 2026

Pearl Castaway Club Members

Oct 13, 2026

Platinum Castaway Club Members, Golden Oak Residents, Club 33 Members

Oct 14, 2026

Gold Castaway Club Members

Oct 15, 2026

Silver Castaway Club Members, Disney Vacation Club Members, Adventures by Disney Adventure Insiders

Oct 19, 2026

General public

Not in one of those groups? Reach out before October 19 so we can talk through sailing dates and stateroom choices ahead of time and be ready to book the moment it opens.

The Grand Hall

The Grand Hall is the heart of the ship, and on the Disney Believe it celebrates exploration and the power of nature. A statue of Moana, with her companions Pua and Heihei, welcomes guests aboard.

The design draws on the Pacific Islands setting of the film and the sea itself. Look for ocean-hued carpet with bioluminescent colors and a chandelier modeled after the sea's fluid movement. Hidden inside that chandelier is the heart of Te Fiti, so make it a family game to spot it on embarkation day.

Entertainment: Encanto, Zootopia and more

The Walt Disney Theatre will host three Broadway-style shows:

  • Disney Encanto is the world's first Encanto musical, and it debuts exclusively on the Disney Believe. It follows Mirabel on her quest to save her family and their miraculous home, with vibrant costumes, traditional dance inspired by diverse Colombian cultures, and Lin-Manuel Miranda's songs from the film.
  • Tangled: The Musical comes over from the Disney Magic with a reimagined set and special effects exclusive to the new ship.
  • Disney Seas the Adventure is an original Wish-class show featuring beloved Disney and Pixar characters and iconic songs.

Outside the theater, Gazelle is a new entertainment hub inspired by the city in the Zootopia films. During the day, families can enjoy trivia, games and character encounters. At night, it shifts to adult-exclusive entertainment, silent discos and variety acts. For the first time on Disney Cruise Line, Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde will star in a family show where guests help them solve their latest case.

Fan favorites are returning too, including Pirate's Rockin' Parlay Party, Hero Zone, Disney Uncharted Adventure, and Wonderland and Never Land Cinemas.

Dining

The headline restaurant is Oaken's Table: A Frozen Family Feast, a brand-new, untold chapter in the Frozen story. Set in a sommerhus courtyard deep within the forest, Oaken and his family invite guests to dine together. Anna and Kristoff join in, and Oaken's cousins play their own takes on famous Frozen songs. Oaken's Table joins two returning venues from the Wish class.

For casual bites and treats:

  • Big Hero Sips, a cozy coffee shop inspired by San Fransokyo from Big Hero 6
  • Café Kakamora, inspired by Motunui, Moana's island
  • Mickey and Friends Festival of Foods, an open-air food court with barbeque, cantina bowls and salads, pizza, burgers and soft-serve ice cream
  • Pluto's Pita Platters, a brand-new, Mediterranean-inspired stall exclusive to the Disney Believe
  • Inside Out: Joyful Sweets, with specialty sweet treats available for purchase

Kids, tweens and teens

Every age group gets its own dedicated space, run by Disney-trained counselors:

Space

Ages

It's a Small World Nursery

6 months to 3 years

Disney's Oceaneer Club

3 to 10

Edge

Tweens, 11 to 13

Vibe

Teens, 14 to 17

The Hideaway

Older kids

Exclusive to the Disney Believe, the entrance to Disney's Oceaneer Club is themed to Pixar's Monsters, Inc., complete with caution tape and the famous 2319 warning.

Just for grown-ups

While the kids are busy, adults have some beautiful spaces of their own:

  • Sea Notes, an iridescent piano lounge inspired by Ariel's grotto, centered on a pearlescent piano
  • Wishing Well, a storybook castle courtyard inspired by Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, under a canopy of white blossoms and red apples
  • Skygazers, an observatory-themed venue with towering bookshelves, celestial maps and nods to classic Disney stories
  • Haunted Mansion Parlor, the fully immersive favorite inspired by the Disney Parks attraction, which returns on this ship
  • Palo Steakhouse, Enchanté by Chef Arnaud and The Rose for adult-exclusive dining
  • Quiet Cove, Senses Spa, Senses Fitness, Untangled Salon and Hook's Barbery for some rest and pampering

Fun on the top decks

Like its sister ships, the Disney Believe has three themed districts on the upper decks, with water features, quick and casual dining, and plenty of places to relax in the sun.

The AquaMouse, Disney Cruise Line's signature attraction at sea, returns with new Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse adventures. Riders can dash up a snowy mountain slope in Swiss Meltdown or join the villainous hijinks of Sing a Silly Song.

Staterooms and suites

Staterooms feature all-new papercut-style artwork inspired by Moana, Coco and The Lion King.

  • Concierge guests get dedicated service, a Concierge Lounge themed to Alice in Wonderland, and a private sun deck with complimentary food and beverages. Concierge staterooms and suites feature artwork inspired by Peter Pan.
  • Toy Story oceanview rooms: seven special themed rooms with floor-to-ceiling views.
  • Royal Reef Suites are inspired by The Little Mermaid, with oceanic teal and coral pink, scalloped shell edges and pearlescent finishes.
  • Royal Rose Suites are inspired by Beauty and the Beast, with nods to a French palace and a rose motif throughout.

The showpiece is the Believe Tower Suite, exclusive to this ship and inspired by Magic Kingdom Park. Tucked inside the forward funnel, it covers nearly 2,000 square feet across two stories. It sleeps eight, with two main bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms. Each room is modeled after a different themed land, and floor-to-ceiling windows look out over the top decks and the open horizon.

Planning tips for families with sensory, autism or mobility needs

A brand-new ship is exciting, but it also comes with unknowns. For families who rely on routines, predictability or accessible features, a little planning goes a long way.

  • Start the conversation early. Talking through your family's needs before booking opens helps us choose the right sailing length, dates and stateroom location.
  • Plan for downtime. We can map out quieter times and spaces, and build breaks into each day so nobody gets overwhelmed.
  • Think about dining rhythm. Choosing the right dinner time and preparing your family for themed, musical dining experiences can make evenings smoother.
  • Request accessibility services ahead of time. Disney Cruise Line offers services for guests with disabilities, and I'll help you request what your family needs before you sail.
  • Make embarkation day easy. From getting to Port Everglades to arrival timing, a calm first day sets the tone for the whole trip.

Ready to set sail on the Disney Believe?

General booking opens October 19, 2026. If you'd like to be ready on day one, contact me before then and I'll add you to my priority booking list. Booking with a travel advisor costs you nothing extra, and I'll take care of the details from stateroom selection to embarkation day.

Visit paradisecoasttravel.com or send me a message to get started.


Jenn Feeney, CTA, CATP, is the owner of Paradise Coast Travel, LLC. She specializes in Disney vacations, cruises, and accessible and sensory-aware travel for families of all abilities. Adventures for everyone. Memories that last.


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Disney Believe Itineraries: Every Sailing, Port and Price for 2027–2028

By Jennifer Feeney • October 8, 2026
The first Disney Believe itineraries are out: 29 sailings from Fort Lauderdale between December 18, 2027 and May 6, 2028, with 4-night prices starting at $2,683 for two guests. Every sailing departs Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale. You can choose 4- or 5-night trips to The Bahamas or the Western Caribbean, with stops at Nassau, Cozumel, Disney Castaway Cay and Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. Castaway Club Members and select Disney guests can start booking October 12, 2026, and general booking opens October 19, 2026. Prices below are Disney Cruise Line's published rates for two guests, including taxes, fees and port expenses. Pricing and availability are subject to change. The itineraries at a glance Itinerary Ports of call Sailings Inside stateroom from (2 guests) Maiden Voyage 5-Night Bahamian Disney Lookout Cay, Disney Castaway Cay, Nassau 1 (Dec 18, 2027) $6,444 4-Night Bahamian Disney Castaway Cay, Nassau 1 (Dec 23, 2027) $5,211 4-Night Bahamian Disney Lookout Cay, Disney Castaway Cay 2 $3,220 5-Night Western Caribbean Cozumel, Disney Castaway Cay 8 $3,180 5-Night Bahamian Disney Castaway Cay, Disney Lookout Cay, Nassau 10 $3,444 4-Night Bahamian Nassau, Disney Lookout Cay 7 $2,683 The maiden voyage and holiday sailings The Disney Believe's very first sailing is a 5-night Bahamian cruise from December 18 to 23, 2027, Saturday to Thursday. It visits all three of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, Disney Castaway Cay and Nassau. Two holiday sailings follow, and New Year's Eve begins a Western Caribbean trip: Dates Itinerary Inside Oceanview Verandah Concierge Dec 18–23, 2027 (Sat–Thu) Maiden Voyage 5-Night Bahamian: Disney Lookout Cay, Disney Castaway Cay, Nassau $6,444 $6,764 $7,134 $17,074 Dec 23–27, 2027 (Thu–Mon) 4-Night Bahamian: Disney Castaway Cay, Nassau $5,211 $5,467 $5,763 $13,715 Dec 27–31, 2027 (Mon–Fri) 4-Night Bahamian: Disney Lookout Cay, Disney Castaway Cay $5,476 $5,732 $6,036 $14,164 Dec 31, 2027–Jan 5, 2028 (Fri–Wed) 5-Night Western Caribbean: Cozumel, Disney Castaway Cay $6,030 $6,070 $6,970 $16,110 If you have your heart set on the maiden voyage or a holiday week, let's talk before booking opens so we're ready on day one. 4-Night Bahamian: Nassau and Disney Lookout Cay This is the lowest-priced Disney Believe itinerary, with seven Thursday-to-Monday sailings from January to May 2028. 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Dates Inside Oceanview Verandah Concierge Jan 10–15, 2028 (Mon–Sat) $3,444 $3,784 $4,164 $8,144 Jan 24–29, 2028 (Mon–Sat) $3,444 $3,844 $4,264 $8,734 Feb 7–12, 2028 (Mon–Sat) $3,644 $3,954 $4,394 $8,664 Feb 21–26, 2028 (Mon–Sat) $3,754 $4,124 $4,584 $9,394 Mar 6–11, 2028 (Mon–Sat) $4,344 $4,674 $5,294 $10,824 Mar 20–25, 2028 (Mon–Sat) $4,174 $4,504 $5,084 $10,404 Apr 3–8, 2028 (Mon–Sat) $4,014 $4,334 $4,894 $9,984 Apr 17–22, 2028 (Mon–Sat) $3,544 $3,884 $4,404 $9,094 Apr 22–27, 2028 (Sat–Thu) $3,564 $3,824 $4,364 $9,064 May 1–6, 2028 (Mon–Sat) $3,514 $3,774 $4,314 $8,944 5-Night Western Caribbean: Cozumel and Disney Castaway Cay The only Western Caribbean option pairs Cozumel, Mexico with Disney Castaway Cay. After the New Year's sailing listed above, seven more run Saturday to Thursday from January to April 2028. Dates (Sat–Thu) Inside Oceanview Verandah Concierge Jan 15–20, 2028 $3,180 $3,540 $3,920 $7,910 Jan 29–Feb 3, 2028 $3,390 $3,780 $4,180 $8,470 Feb 12–17, 2028 $3,760 $4,070 $4,520 $8,840 Feb 26–Mar 2, 2028 $3,490 $3,820 $4,240 $8,570 Mar 11–16, 2028 $4,730 $5,110 $5,760 $11,730 Mar 25–30, 2028 $4,150 $4,480 $5,040 $10,220 Apr 8–13, 2028 $4,790 $5,170 $5,830 $11,880 4-Night Bahamian: two private islands This itinerary skips Nassau and spends its port days at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point and Disney Castaway Cay. Besides the December 27 holiday sailing above, it runs once more in spring: Dates Inside Oceanview Verandah Concierge Mar 30–Apr 3, 2028 (Thu–Mon) $3,220 $3,476 $3,916 $7,956 How to choose your sailing First cruise or young kids? A 4-night sailing is a gentle introduction, and the Nassau and Disney Lookout Cay trip has the lowest starting price. Want both Disney islands? The 5-night Bahamian visits Disney Castaway Cay and Disney Lookout Cay, plus Nassau, and has the most dates to choose from. Looking for something different? The 5-night Western Caribbean adds Cozumel, Mexico. Sailing with sensory, autism or mobility needs? Private-island days can be easier to plan than busy port cities, and a longer sailing allows more downtime. Weekday sailings may also fit therapy, school or work schedules better. I'll help you weigh the options and request Disney Cruise Line's accessibility services ahead of time. Ready to book the Disney Believe? All prices are Disney Cruise Line's published starting rates for two guests in the stateroom category shown, including taxes, fees and port expenses. Pricing and availability are subject to change. Early booking starts October 12, 2026 for Castaway Club Members and select Disney guests, and general booking opens October 19, 2026. Booking with a travel advisor costs you nothing extra. Visit paradisecoasttravel.com or send me a message, and I'll help you pick the right sailing and stateroom and be ready to book the moment it opens. Jenn Feeney, CTA, CATP, is the owner of Paradise Coast Travel, LLC. She specializes in Disney vacations, cruises, and accessible and sensory-aware travel for families of all abilities. Adventures for everyone. Memories that last.

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