Attention, Disney Cruise fans! Get ready to set sail into the future. Disney Cruise Line just dropped some exciting news about an entirely new class of ships, and they are set to debut starting in 2029!
You know the lineup: Disney Magic, Wonder, Dream, Fantasy, Wish, Treasure, Destiny, Adventure, and the upcoming Believe. But what comes after all that? During the Disney Experiences Showcase, “Horizons: A Carousel of Progress,” we got an exclusive sneak peek at what’s next for the fleet.
This big announcement first came during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in 2024. Disney Cruise Line plans to expand its fleet to 13 ships over the next few years. The Disney Believe, sailing in 2027, will be the fourth ship in the Wish class. But after Believe, we’re talking about a completely new chapter at sea with three ships from a brand-new class.
Claire Weiss, who works with Disney Cruise Line, shared these exciting details. She joined host Neil Patrick Harris for the reveal, bringing us all a glimpse into the future of magical voyages.
While many details are still a secret, Claire did let us in on a key aspect: these three new ships will introduce a unique class to the fleet. They will fit perfectly between Disney’s classic ships and the larger, newer vessels. This specific size opens up incredible possibilities for future itineraries and experiences worldwide!
As Claire explained to the D23 crowd, these ships will sit “right in the middle of our classic ships and our newer ones.” This means fantastic new opportunities to visit different places and welcome brand new audiences. If you’re wondering about the scale, think bigger than the Disney Wonder, but still more intimate than the massive Disney Wish!
This “sweet spot” in size gives Disney Cruise Line even more flexibility as it expands globally, bringing unforgettable vacations to fresh destinations and welcoming more families aboard. We still need to wait a bit longer for more details about these ships and their unique adventures. But fans at the showcase got an exclusive treat: the very first preview of this new class.
When we say first look, we mean it! Claire confirmed that the teaser shown had never been seen publicly before, offering the audience an truly exclusive glimpse into the future of Disney Cruise Line.
What are the Disney Cruise Line Ships?
With an all-new class of ships on the horizon, it’s a great time to review the existing Disney Cruise Line fleet. Currently, Disney Cruise Line sails eight ships around the world. Each one brings its own unique personality, offering the legendary Disney storytelling, entertainment, dining, and service that guests adore.
- Disney Magic and Disney Wonder
- These ships started it all, introducing Disney Cruise Line’s signature blend of classic ocean liner elegance and Disney storytelling. They offer a more intimate feel while still delivering fan-favorite experiences, enchanting entertainment, and plenty of pixie dust at every turn.
- Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy
- Designed to bring even more magic to the high seas, the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy expanded the Disney Cruise Line experience. They are larger ships, featuring innovative dining concepts and immersive spaces inspired by beloved Disney stories. These ships are famous for their grand atriums, family-friendly fun, and unforgettable entertainment from bow to stern.
- Disney Wish, Disney Treasure, Disney Destiny, and Disney Believe
- Inspired by the power of wishes and Disney storytelling, these newest ships take guests on adventures filled with beloved characters, immersive experiences, and beautifully themed spaces. Each ship in this class celebrates a different spirit of Disney storytelling, offering innovative dining, spectacular entertainment, and magical surprises along the way.
- Disney Adventure
- The most recently launched Disney Cruise Line ship, the Disney Adventure brings even more Disney magic to families worldwide. Sailing from Singapore, this ship introduces exciting new experiences, larger-than-life entertainment, and imaginative spaces inspired by beloved Disney, Pixar, and Marvel stories, creating unforgettable adventures for families across Southeast Asia.
