What's Coming to the Disney Believe
Disney Cruise Line is adding a new ship to its fleet: the Disney Believe, which'll set sail on its first voyage on December 18, 2027 from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The ship will offer four- and five-night sailings to The Bahamas and Caribbean, with general bookings opening October 19, 2026.
The new ship is designed around Walt Disney's legacy of curiosity and discovery, with each venue pulling inspiration from classic Disney films and characters. There's a strong emphasis on themed spaces, each celebrating a different story or concept.
The Major Gathering Spaces
The heart of the ship is the Grand Hall, inspired by Moana. It's designed as an architectural blend of sky and sea, with ocean-hued carpeting, constellation-dotted ceilings, and railings that echo patterns from the film. The centerpiece is a chandelier modeled after ocean movement with Te Fiti's heart at its core.
For adult entertainment, there's Gazelle, a venue inspired by Zootopia that'll host family activities during the day and adult-exclusive shows at night. It'll feature a brand-new show where guests help Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde solve a case, a first for Disney Cruise Line.
There's also Skygazers, an observatory-themed pub with bookshelves full of astronomical instruments and nods to classic Disney stories. It'll serve craft beers, specialty cocktails, and light bites while guests watch live sports or enjoy the evening sky.
Dining and Treats
Restaurant options include Oaken's Table: A Frozen Family Feast, a new restaurant featuring Oaken and his family in a Scandinavian-inspired setting. Guests get a full meal plus live performances of reimagined Frozen songs, with appearances from Anna and Kristoff.
Two family-style restaurants are returning: 1923 and Worlds of Marvel.
Inside Out: Joyful Sweets returns with new sculptures from Inside Out 2, including Anxiety and Envy. The venue features nearly 20 gelato and ice cream flavors, daily handcrafted specials, and signature sweets.
Coffee lovers get two new spots: Big Hero Sips, inspired by San Fransokyo from Big Hero 6, and Café Kakamora, featuring the coconut creatures from Moana. Both serve coffee, tea, and specialty beverages.
Lounges and Bars
Wishing Well is a lounge inspired by Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. It's divided into three sections: a gothic castle bar with stained glass, an enchanted courtyard seating area under white blossoms and red apples, and a performance space with hand-carved wood framing honoring the dwarfs' cottage.
Sea Notes is a piano lounge inspired by Ariel's grotto from The Little Mermaid. It features a pearlescent piano and a menu of cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks.
Haunted Mansion Parlor returns with a new selection of drinks.
Staterooms and Suites
Staterooms are available in various themed options, with new papercut-style artwork inspired by Moana, Coco, and Inside Out. Most rooms include the split-bath concept, ample storage, roomy closets, and elevated beds with under-bed space. About 70 percent have verandahs, and there are over 450 connecting doors for larger families.
Concierge guests can choose Neverland theming from Peter Pan or special oceanview rooms with Toy Story theming above the bridge.
Two new royal suites debut: the Royal Reef Suite inspired by The Little Mermaid and the Royal Rose Suite inspired by Beauty and the Beast.
The ship's crown jewel is the Believe Tower Suite, exclusive to this ship and sleeping eight people. It's a two-story suite inspired by Magic Kingdom Park, with each room designed after different themed lands. It'll feature fireworks and balloon-inspired light fixtures and an art piece of Cinderella Castle.
Entertainment
Tangled: The Musical comes to the Walt Disney Theatre with a reimagined set design and special effects.
Encanto gets its first stage adaptation, exclusive to the Disney Believe. Called Disney Encanto, it'll follow Mirabel's quest with vibrant Colombian-inspired costuming, scenic design, and traditional dance styles. Lin-Manuel Miranda's songs from the film are part of the soundtrack.
Disney Seas the Adventure, an original stage show for the Wish class, features Disney and Pixar characters with iconic songs.
What You Should Know
The Disney Believe is the newest ship in Disney's Wish class. It's designed to feel immersive and themed throughout, with fewer generic spaces than you might find on other cruise lines. If you're a Disney fan who loves the parks' attention to detail, this ship leans into that same philosophy across its dining, entertainment, and accommodations.
Bookings open in October 2026, so if you're interested in sailing on the maiden voyage or early sailings, you'll want to keep that date in mind.
