Disney Wonder review: What to expect on the Disney Cruise Line ship with the coolest itineraries
If you like the idea of cruising with Disney Cruise Line , but you want to go beyond the Bahamas and Mexico to destinations in New Zealand, Australia, Hawaii, Alaska and beyond, then Disney Wonder is likely the best Disney ship for you.
That's especially true if you want a ship with a lot to offer that's a manageable size and doesn't tempt you to spend money around every bend.
Disney Wonder is one of Disney's two smallest ships. It doesn't have amenities like a pay-per-scoop ice cream shop or fancy, adults-only infinity pool like you'll find on Disney Wish . Don't worry, though — Wonder still has all-you-can-eat, included soft serve out on the deck and is absolutely charming in its own right.
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Disney Wonder was the second ship in Disney's fleet, first setting sail in 1999, one year after Disney's original ship, Disney Magic .
In many ways, it is Magic's twin; it's the same size (984 feet long) and has the same number of staterooms (875). However, Disney Wonder features certain shows and restaurants unique to the ship and has a litany of unusual sailings that are unparalleled in Disney's line-up.
I've sailed on all but one of Disney's ships (I'll get on Disney Fantasy one day). I have had the pleasure of sailing on Disney Wonder twice: once to Mexico in a concierge-level suite and more recently to Alaska on my favorite cruise yet in a standard ocean-view cabin.
Based on these experiences and my general obsession with Disney Cruise Line, here's what you need to know about Disney Wonder.
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Overview of Disney Wonder
Disney Wonder can host up to 2,713 passengers spread across its 875 cabins, ranging from windowless inside rooms to multi-bedroom suites. Guests can enjoy 11 decks of fun operated by 950 crew members.
Like all of Disney's ships, Disney Wonder has a classic oceanliner vibe and coloring. Its interior is inspired by art nouveau design from the turn of the last century, unlike Disney Magic's bold art deco aesthetic. Disney Cruise Line uses design, colors and onboard fixtures from the Grand Hall's chandelier (inspired by Ariel's flower) to the carpet to tell a story, set the stage and sometimes even subtly communicate to passengers which way to go.
Disney Wonder is made for families, but it didn't forget about adults along the way. On it, you will find a waterslide; restaurants themed to "The Princess and the Frog," animation and "The Little Mermaid"; four kids clubs dedicated to different age groups (babies and toddlers, kids, tweens and teens); and adults-only spaces including a pool, multiple bars and lounges, and a high-end restaurant. (Incidentally, if you can snag a brunch reservation at that dining venue, I'd say that is the best $50 you can spend on a Disney cruise .)
Two theaters, the Walt Disney Theatre and Buena Vista Theatre, show first-run Disney movies and three Broadway-style productions on each sailing.
Disney is famous for its rotational dining, where your tablemates and servers move from restaurant to restaurant each night. On this ship, you can enjoy your included dinners at Tiana's Place, Tritons and Animator's Palate.
Disney Wonder is a classicly Disney ship that doesn't have the interactive virtual-realty-inspired games or paintings and chandeliers that come to life as you might find on some of the newer ships. But it has the pools, shows, kid clubs, games and itineraries to set the stage for a magical vacation.
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What I loved about Disney Wonder
Ports of call.
Disney Wonder's biggest claim to fame is where it sails. While my first sailing on the ship was one born of convenience since it was out of my home port of Galveston, it's since moved on. As Disney Wish joined the fleet in 2022 — and with Disney Treasure to follow in 2024 — Disney Cruise Line got to shake up where it sails. Disney Wonder won the port-of-call lottery, so to speak, when it landed some interesting new sailings.
I adored our Alaska sailing out of Vancouver , bringing us to glaciers as well as cities such as Ketchikan, Skagway and Juneau. But if spending the day with Mickey and Minnie in their warmest outfits isn't on your bucket list (and it really should be), the ship also sails to places such as the Mexican Riviera, Sydney, New Zealand, Fiji and Pago Pago in American Samoa.
Tiana's Place
One of the best restaurants in all of the Disney Cruise Line fleet is found only on Disney Wonder. Not only does Tiana's Place have great Cajun specialties (beignets, anyone?), but it's a fantastically fun party from appetizer to dessert. You'll only find Tiana's Place on Disney Wonder, so if you'd love to enjoy shrimp and grits with Tiana herself, this is your chance.
The Disney Cruise Line crew members are always great, but they have the opportunity to be even greater on Disney Wonder. Thanks to a schedule of longer sailings, the crew can get to know the guests on board over the course of a week rather than meeting a new set of passengers every three or four days.
For example, the restaurant servers knew what our kids wanted to drink by the second or third meal. The room hosts learned who our friends were on board and would let us know where our teens were hanging out when they noticed us looking around.
Great entertainment
There's always something fun to do on Disney Wonder, from the game shows to on-deck performances and the three evening Broadway-style shows, including "The Golden Mickeys," "Frozen: A Musical Spectacular" and "Disney Dreams" (which is guaranteed to make your eyes water a bit on your last night).
These aren't just shows that help you pass some hours in the evening; some of them — especially Frozen — are at the level you would pay to see on Broadway. It's also really fun at night to pop into the theater and see a new Disney movie that is still playing on land without worrying about the costs of tickets or pre-reserving good seats.
What I didn't love about Disney Wonder
It's not the latest and greatest.
While Disney Wonder is in great shape and gets upgrades on a regular basis, its bones are 25 years old. Some of the styling — while classic — feels dated compared to Disney's newer ships, like Disney Wish. My family also missed the fun tech-enabled interactive elements they'd enjoyed on the line's newer ships because it gave them something to do between scheduled activities.
The food is good — but not the best in the fleet
I enjoy the food on all Disney Cruise Line ships, but Disney Wonder is a step or two behind the new Disney Wish when it comes to dining. This is especially true in the grab-and-go department. The on-deck food on Wonder leans heavily into comfort food (pizza, burgers and chicken fingers). Although you can find other options if you look carefully, I missed the variety of Disney Wish with its taco bar and BBQ.
Disney Wonder needs a new bar
Not to overplay the comparison between one of Disney's oldest ships and its newest, but you really see the difference in design from the '90s versus today with the onboard bars. On Wish, they are spread throughout the ship, and you can find bright, airy spots to have a cocktail. On Disney Wonder, the bars are concentrated in one area, and all of them are dark and feel like tucked-away pubs. They could use a modern-day glow-up and more views of the sea.
Disney Wonder cabins and suites
Disney Wonder has multiple room types: windowless inside cabins (starting at 184 square feet), ocean-view cabins (starting at 214 square feet), verandah rooms with private balconies (starting at 268 square feet) and concierge-level suites that go all the way up to 1,000-square-foot, two-bedroom suites that sleep up to seven guests.
We've had a chance to check out a few of those room types.
Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom
Most recently, we sailed to Alaska in a Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom that slept up to four guests with a queen bed, single convertible sofa and a pull-down upper berth. It's a comfortable room type for a family of three or a younger family of four.
Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
This room type is similar to the ocean-view room type, with the difference being the verandah rather than a porthole window. If you will use the private balcony, it can be worth buying up to this room type, as my parents did on our recent Alaska cruise. The cost to go from an ocean-view category to this one can be a few hundred dollars on some sailings or thousands more, as it did on our Alaska sailing.
This room type, like most on Disney Cruise Line, has a split bathroom design. There's a sink and shower in one small bathroom, and a sink and toilet in another. This arrangement allows more guests to get ready at the same time.
One-bedroom concierge suite
On a 2020 sailing, I had the chance to stay in a one-bedroom concierge suite, which measured 614 square feet and had a true living room area, along with a bedroom. The layout features a small dining nook, a living area with the double convertible sofa, a true separate bedroom with a queen-size bed and two bathrooms.
This was an indulgent way to sail with my mom, where we could all have our own space. The suite comes with concierge service, which takes things to the next level in terms of perks.
Those in concierge-level accommodations get access to the Concierge Lounge, found midship on Disney Wonder's Deck 10. You don't need concierge access to have a great time on Disney Wonder, but if you can afford it, it sure is amazing.
When we sailed in a suite, we made the most of the lounge with its small food plates set out throughout the day, the included evening happy hour starting at 5 p.m. daily and the fully stocked fridge to grab bottled water and canned drinks to enjoy around the ship and on excursions.
Related: Is Disney concierge level worth it?
Disney Wonder restaurants and bars
Disney Cruise Line pioneered what it calls "rotational dining." You get a schedule for your cruise, and you rotate through each of the included onboard restaurants, swapping each night. Your serving crew rotates with you, so you always have the same waiters even in different dining venues.
At all of Disney Wonder's rotational restaurants, you can order as much as you want and sample your way around the menu. Want three appetizers? Go for it. Want two lobster tails? They're yours. Want something like chicken fingers that you don't see on the menu? Just ask, and the waiters will deliver if possible.
If you are a true foodie, you won't be overly impressed by the included food on Disney Wonder, but most cruisers will be excited about something on each menu. We certainly enjoy trying various options — especially the seafood — without worrying about the cost.
Animator's Palate
One of Disney Wonder's three included-in-your-fare rotational dining venues is Animator's Palate, a staple on multiple Disney ships. Tucked away on Deck 4, this restaurant has a few different interactive shows and animation offerings on longer sailings — I won't spoil it. The physical restaurant will also come to life over the course of your meal, starting in black and white and ending up in color.
Don't miss the special guest who shows up at the end of your meal at least one of the nights.
While I'm not a huge fan of this dish, a popular item on the menu is the black truffle pasta purseittes.
Previously mentioned as one of my favorite parts of the ship, Tiana's Place on Deck 3 is always a good time. On longer sailings, the entertainment in this restaurant will include jazz performers on one night and a full-on, second-line parade around the room with Tiana herself on another.
I'm a big fan of the shrimp and grits — or anything Cajun-themed — and definitely don't miss the beignets for dessert.
Triton's
Off the main atrium on Deck 3, Triton's is the most formal of the three included restaurants on Disney Wonder.
It's themed loosely on "The Little Mermaid," but not in a way your kids will likely notice. If you are looking for dinner to be an experience and want to know which restaurant to skip, I'd recommend this one. It's more traditional than the other venues in the rotation.
On-deck food
Whether you want a quick lunch or are in the mood for a more casual dinner, eating out on Deck 9 is a viable option on Disney Wonder. On-deck eateries include:
- Daisy's De Lites: Salads, sandwiches, fruit and customizable rice bowls (the latter are one of my favorite options on Disney Wonder)
- Sulley's Sips: For-purchase beverages and smoothies as well as free soft-service ice cream
- Pinocchio's Pizzeria: Pizza by the slice with various toppings, available for long hours each day
- Pete's Boiler Bites: Burgers, veggie burgers, chicken fingers, fries, and often-overlooked gyros and hummus
Cabanas buffet
If you're looking for a classic cruise ship buffet meal, head to Cabanas. Currently open for breakfast and lunch on Disney Wonder, Cabanas is a traditional self-serve buffet. It's impossible to go hungry when you make a plate here because the venue offers everything from Mickey waffles (keep an eye out for the mornings that they have churro Mickey waffles) to chilled shrimp and crab legs.
No reservations are required; you can walk in any time during open hours. Some dishes change daily, while others are consistent throughout the cruise. My top recommendation is to start at the back of the line, where you'll find most of the seafood, so you don't fill up too much on the carb-loaded treats at the beginning of the line.
Palo adults-only restaurant
The only place to have brunch or dinner on the ship without the kids is at Palo. The adults-only restaurant is reserved for the 18-and-up crowd.
The dress code here is a bit nicer than in other onboard restaurants. T-shirts, swimwear and sports attire are not permitted. You don't need to go super formal; a dress or a nice shirt with pants or jeans is perfect for dinner.
Unless you have Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club Platinum status or higher, dining at Palo will cost you a bit, but I'd argue it's worth it. In fact, I've said it's the best $50 you can spend at sea .
Brunch at Palo is a set price of $50 for all you care to eat from the menu, served on plates instead of via a buffet. For dinner, you can select the $50 prix fixe menu, with a choice of dishes for each course, or you can order a la carte from options such as baby arugula salad ($7), prosciutto and burrata pizza ($16) and jumbo scallops ($32). No matter what you get, save room for the chocolate souffle ($10) for dessert.
Palo is not part of your rotational dining plan, so you'll need to make advance reservations online or via the Disney Cruise Line app. Booking windows will vary based on your room selection and Castaway Club status, but they will typically open a few months before your sailing.
Bars and lounges
On Disney Wonder, the bars are mainly in the adult area on Deck 3 forward. Though the spaces might be used for general activities during the day, the area transforms each evening into a space just for the over-18 crowd.
The lounges here include:
- Crown & Fin Pub: British-themed pub with beer on tap, sports games on the TVs and small bites in a little buffet offering in the evening
- Cadillac Lounge: Decor inspired by late-1950s Hollywood with live piano some nights
- Azure: Nightclub with a bar where you'll find different evening acts and dancing
- French Quarter Lounge: New Orleans-themed spot where you'll find beignets (for purchase) and cocktails, along with family-friendly activities during the day.
Pro tip: There are usually happy hours somewhere on the ship each day; check the onboard app for details. If you want to save a few dollars on your glass of wine — and like to be surprised — you can also save by having a sommelier's choice glass of wine at some of the bars; you get a nicer glass of wine for a lower price if you let the bartender choose the vintage.
Coffee drinkers can find the basic beverage in Cabanas via room service or at the self-service drink station just outside of Cabanas on the top deck. If you prefer something fancier — such as a cold brew, salted caramel coconut latte or espresso — you'll need to pony up a few dollars at the Cove Cafe. Expect to pay around $6 or $7 for coffee drinks — or more if you go for the cocktails on the menu. The muffins and pastries are free of charge.
Pro tip: Get the Coffee Fanatics punch card if you plan to purchase multiple coffee-based drinks on your cruise. With the card, you get your sixth drink free after you purchase five coffee drinks.
Disney Wonder activities
Pools and water play areas.
Disney Wonder has a few different pool areas. The main Goofy's Pool and two adjacent family-friendly whirlpools are on Deck 9 midship. Only guests ages 3 years old and up (and potty-trained) can use this pool.
Aft of Goofy's Pool is the Aqua Lab area. Here, you'll find a small, shallow pool for kids ages 3 and up; a splash pad meant for cruisers under age 3 in swim diapers; and a twisting waterslide made for those 38 inches and taller. This slide is a one-at-a-time slide and does not utilize inner tubes.
Forward of Goofy's Pool is the Quiet Cove Pool and two whirlpools, all for the exclusive use of adults only.
Pools are heated, and the hours vary, so check your Disney Cruise Line app once on board.
If your young child doesn't meet the age minimum for the older kids clubs, there is a nursery for those ages six months to three years. Unlike with the other kid clubs, reservations are required for the nursery, and you'll need to pay an hourly fee.
The kids clubs are one of the best parts of a Disney cruise. They are so good that most kids want to visit them frequently, which means parents get a chance to be on vacation, too.
The main and largest kids clubs on Disney Wonder are the Oceaneer Club and Lab, open to guests ages 3 to 12 years old (and toilet trained). These two clubs have separate entrances on Deck 5, but they are connected via a "secret" hallway just for the kids who are checked in.
The clubs' schedules offer a mix of activities, games and free play that take place in themed areas, including:
- Andy's Room, where there's even a Slinky Dog-themed slide
- Marvel Super Hero Academy
- Disney Junior
- Frozen Adventures
These kid clubs are free, and reservations are not required. Check the operating hours in your app once on board, but the clubs are often open until midnight.
Disney knows that little kids and big kids don't mix, so it also has separate hangouts for tweens and teens. Edge is the tween club for guests ages 11 to 14. Found on Deck 9, the club is themed as an under-the-sea submarine. Tweens can come here to draw, play video games or hang out, but supervising youth counselors also lead group activities, such as scavenger hunts, dance parties, bingo and more.
Unlike the Oceaneer Club, where there is a formal check-in and checkout procedure, the tween club allows kids to come and go. If you don't want to give your 11- or 12-year-old that independence, then the Oceaneer Club and Lab are better suited for them than Edge.
On the flip side, if space is available, you can sign a waiver for your 10-year-old to level up into Edge a year early if you think they are ready. This is most useful when sailing with older friends or family members already in Edge.
Teens ages 14 to 17 have a space all their own in Vibe. On Disney Wonder, you can find Vibe tucked away in the funnel on Deck 11. Its cool spot gives it an exclusive vibe, befitting its name.
Like in Edge, teens can hang out and play arcade games, video games, draw or chat with the counselors and other teen visitors. If space permits, parents can sign a form to allow their 13-year-old to hang out at Edge one year early.
Bibbity Bobbity Boutique
If your kid has always wanted to be a princess, Bibbity Bobbity Boutique is an awesome (albeit expensive) Disney Wonder experience. It's a salon for kids where fairy godmothers (aka stylists who work there) will transform them into their favorite princess or prince, Captain Mickey or another whimsical character. The character might depend on the costumes available on your sailing.
Depending on the package you book, your kid will choose an outfit before getting a makeover involving a glitter-infused hairstyle, painted nails and fancy make-up. The fairy godmothers do a great job at making their princesses-in-training feel extremely special.
You need to make advance appointments for Bibbity Bobbity, and prices range from $100 to $200, depending on the package you select. (Fair warning: The $100 package doesn't include the outfit or backpack, so BYO if you go that route.)
Activities and shows
From the Sail Away party on deck the first afternoon to the See Ya Real Soon final farewell in the main atrium on the last night, there will be more shows and activities to see and experience on Disney Wonder than you'd ever be able to do in just one trip. (But seriously, don't miss the first and last shows; they are fantastic.)
In your Disney Cruise Line app, you'll find the time for all these shows and activities, such as trivia, bingo and karaoke. All the shows and most activities are free, but there are a few exceptions, such as bingo, that cost if you want to play. While it might feel weird at first doing a family game show or playing trivia, the more activities you participate in, the more fun you have.
On-deck fun
For independent fun, head up to the Wide World of Sports area on Deck 10 forward. There, you'll find a netted area for basketball, ping pong and foosball. Down on Deck 4, the promenade features a walking or running track that goes all the way around the ship. You'll find shuffleboard courts there, as well.
Character encounters
Sailing with Disney isn't complete without meeting some of your favorite pals on the ship.
Guests have a few ways to visit characters on Disney Wonder. Scheduled character meet-and-greets are listed on the itinerary each day in the Disney Cruise Line app. These will be popular events.
For example, if you are on Disney Wonder as it sails to Alaska , the first day that Mickey, Minnie and friends appear in their Alaska-exclusive outfits out on deck (which is also likely the day you sail close to a glacier), lines will form at least 30 minutes before the greetings start.
However, some of the best character interactions will be the ones that aren't announced or planned. You may see a character on the promenade waving goodbye to land as you sail away from a port or "sleep-walking" in their pajamas at night when no one else is around.
Definitely go to some of the scheduled character interactions if you want to get a photo, but keep your eyes peeled for those unannounced moments, too.
Senses Spa and Rainforest Room
On Deck 9 forward, you'll find the Senses Spa — home to treatment rooms, a nail and hair salon, a fitness center, locker rooms and the Rainforest Room thermal suite.
You can book spa treatments before the sailing and once on board. Look for discounts on booking treatments on port days, and if you book multiple treatments, you can often also qualify for a discount.
The adults-only Rainforest Room features heated stone chairs, various shower experiences and steam rooms. Access to this room costs extra, so visit the spa on the day you board for prices and availability. If you've been to the Rainforest Room on Disney Wish , Dream or Fantasy, know Disney Wonder's version is smaller. It does not include any whirlpools or some of the other offerings you'll find in the larger thermal suites.
Disney Wonder nighttime shows and movies
Each Disney ship has a lineup of Broadway-caliber nighttime shows and a schedule of movies in the Walt Disney and Buena Vista theaters.
Currently, the flagship evening performances on Disney Wonder sailings are:
- "The Golden Mickeys"
- "Frozen: A Musical Spectacular"
- "Disney Dreams — An Enchanted Classic"
Seating is first-come, first-served, so get to the theater early for your pick of seats. Your time to see the evening show will be opposite your dinner time, so early dinner means seeing the late show, and late dinner means seeing the early performance.
In addition to the Broadway-style shows, Disney Wonder has a schedule of first-run and recent Disney movies that you can pop in and watch inside the Buena Vista Theater on Deck 5. If you are on the ship while a Disney show premiers on land, you can catch its opening night on the ship, too.
Disney Wonder itineraries and pricing
As we've mentioned before, Disney Wonder hit the lottery of itineraries.
While every year is a bit different, for at least the next year or two, Disney Wonder's schedule includes summer sailings from Vancouver to Alaska, an October trip to Hawaii after the Alaska season, then fall and winter sailings to, from and around Australia and New Zealand. There's a spring stop in Hawaii, followed by sailings from San Diego to Mexico before it resumes its summer season beginning in May in Vancouver.
Pricing starts less than $2,000 for a family of four on some of the short Australia and New Zealand sailings. Sailings on the U.S. West Coast start around $3,000 for a family of four in an inside cabin.
To do a weeklong Alaska sailing with a family of four, prices will start at $5,100 for an inside cabin in the early or late season. Prime summer sailing dates from June to August cost a couple of thousand dollars more for that same interior cabin and thousands more still for a balcony cabin.
Related: How to save money on a Disney Cruise
What to know before you go
Required documents.
The required documents for sailing on Disney Wonder vary based on your itinerary.
All guests 16 and over who are U.S. citizens on the sailing from Vancouver to Alaska will need a U.S. passport, but children ages 15 and under can do that sailing with a state-issued birth certificate. Americans flying to Canada from the U.S. (or vice versa) will need a passport to enter the country by air, regardless of age.
U.S. citizens on round-trip sailings from the U.S. West Coast to Mexico can do the sailing with a passport or a state-issued birth certificate and a physical government-issued photo ID.
Those on the sailings to and from Australia and New Zealand will need different documents based on their nationality, but those from the U.S. will need passports and potentially visas, too.
Green-card holders and non-U.S. citizens must check requirements based on destinations visited. Additionally, you will need to check in for your cruise online, fill out the appropriate information and select an arrival time for your embarkation day.
Disney Cruise Line recommends $14.50 in gratuities per guest per night; this is the amount auto-applied to your onboard bill unless you request to increase or decrease it. The gratuities are split among your dining room server, assistant server, head server and cabin host.
Those in the concierge level are charged $15.50 per person per night, with the additional going to the cabin assistant host, who helps with those accommodations. Tips for the concierge lounge team are neither included in that amount nor automatically added to your onboard statement. Disney recommends you tip $8 per person per night; you can do this in cash or ask to have it added to your folio toward the end of your cruise. The tips would then be shared among the concierge hosts.
I recommend bringing cash and tipping not only the concierge hosts but also the bartenders in the concierge lounge, assuming you get your drinks there.
For a seven-night sailing for a family of four, automatically charged gratuities come to $406 in a non-concierge cabin and $434 in a concierge cabin, plus an additional $224 in recommended tips to the concierge lounge attendants. In other words, don't forget to budget for this. You can also leave additional amounts charged to your room or in cash.
Also not included in the amounts above are tips at the bar, at the adults-only dining restaurants, at the spa and for room service; tipping is recommended for those services. Note that an 18% gratuity is automatically added to bar, beverage, wine, deck service tabs and spa services.
Wi-Fi is not currently a strength of Disney Wonder. It is quite expensive and priced in an old-school manner.
There is no cost to connect to the ship's Wi-Fi network when used only for the Disney Cruise Line Navigator app (which can also be used for messaging other guests on the ship). Otherwise, Disney Wonder's current Wi-Fi options start at $19 for a 100 MB package and go up from there. At some point, the ship will likely switch to the program most other Disney ships use, which charges by the day and not by the amount of data.
Carry-on drinks policy
Guests 21 years and older (18 or under for round-trip Australia and New Zealand cruises) may bring a maximum of two bottles of unopened wine or Champagne (no larger than 750 ml) or six beers (no larger than 12 ounces) on board at the beginning of the voyage and at each port of call. These beverages must be packed in carry-on (not checked) bags or luggage. You can keep drinks chilled in the small fridge in your cabin.
Guests wishing to consume wine or Champagne brought on board in one of the dining rooms will be charged a corkage fee of $26 per bottle.
Smoking policy
Smoking is permitted only in designated deck areas. It's forbidden in cabins and on cabin balconies, and those who violate this rule will face a $250 cleaning fee.
For an additional fee, Disney ships offer full-service laundry and dry cleaning services that include the pickup and delivery of clean clothes to your cabin.
On Disney Wonder, you'll also find self-service laundry on Decks 2, 6 and 7 midship. You pay for the facilities by using your Key to the World card. These services can get busy during sea days on longer cruises, so plan accordingly.
Electrical outlets
Cabins are equipped with multiple 110-volt outlets, which are standard in the U.S. and Canada.
Small electrical appliances such as electric shavers, curling irons and flat irons with standard North American plugs will function on board; 110-volt items should not exceed 1,500 watts, and 220-volt items should not exceed 2,000 watts. A hair dryer is provided in every cabin, but you may bring your own as long as it meets the guidelines above.
The currency on Disney Wonder, regardless of location, is the U.S. dollar.
On the ship, you don't need cash or a credit card — all incidentals, purchases and services will be charged to your cabin folio. Your Key to the World card serves as your onboard payment method. The only exception is if you want to tip a crew member in cash.
In port, you may wish to carry cash in a local currency or a credit card to buy snacks and souvenirs or to tip your tour guide.
Drinking age
The drinking age on Disney Wonder depends on where the ship is sailing at the time. For sailings to and from the U.S. West Coast and Canada, the drinking age is 21.
However, for round-trip cruises from Auckland or Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, Australia, guests 18 years and older may purchase and consume alcohol. For repositioning cruises between Hawaii and Australia, parents or guardians may sign a "Beverage Consent Form" that allows their 18- to 20-year-old children to consume alcoholic beverages while in the adult's presence.
During the day on Disney Wonder, people dress casually. If it's a sea day in a warm-weather destination, most passengers will wear T-shirts, shorts and bathing suits (with a cover-up to go inside). For Alaska cruises, guests should wear layers and bring jackets, hats and rain gear for cooler or wetter days.
During the evenings, dining attire in the three main restaurants is "cruise casual," meaning no swimwear or tank tops, but you don't need to dress up too much. The exception is if you are dining in Palo, where you do need to dress up a bit more.
Cruises that are seven nights or longer schedule one "formal night." Passengers can choose to wear a fancy dress, suit or sports coat, but it's not a problem if you prefer casual attire. You will see folks in jeans and shorts on formal nights alongside passengers in dresses and suits. For the kids, princess dresses and other Disney-themed costumes are always appropriate.
Pro tip: Be sure and pack that pirate gear or themed attire for Pirate Night or Frozen Night on the Alaska cruises.
Related: What to pack for your Disney Cruise
Bottom line
Disney Wonder has been the setting for family vacations for about 25 years, and it doesn't show any signs of hanging up its waterslide anytime soon.
It's not the newest, flashiest or most modern ship in Disney's fleet, but it makes us smile every time we step on board. There's more than enough to do to stay busy on your sailing, and it's still a compact enough ship that you don't spend half your cruise figuring out where everything is.
In other words, Disney Wonder is a great choice whether you want to start your cruising with a ship that is a bit smaller or you are ready to chart an adventure to one of Disney's most far-flung ports of call.
If you're looking for a just-right-size Disney Cruise Line sailing and enjoy a more classic approach to life at sea, Disney Wonder could easily be the ship for you.
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Disney Wonder: A Complete Guide to What’s On Board
by Morgan Flaherty | Jan 23, 2024 | Cruise Itineraries , Disney Cruise Line , Disney Wonder
Discover the staterooms, dining options, entertainment, and more that await cruisegoers sailing on the Disney Wonder.
Planning to set sail on a cruise aboard the Disney Wonder? The second Disney Cruise Line ship first set sail in 1999, a sister ship to the original Disney Magic . On board, you’ll find stunning entertainment, fun characters, and fantastic dining to enjoy. We’re taking you through a full guide of everything you’ll find on the Disney Magic!
About the Disney Wonder
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The Disney Wonder had its first sailing in 1999, making it the second ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet. The Wonder is a sister ship to the original Disney Magic, with a similar layout and design.
The ship had its maiden voyage on August 15, 1999, originally sailing three- and four-night cruises to the Bahamas. Within the past decade, the itineraries for the Wodner have changed. Now, the ship sails on various itineraries with stops in Alaska, Hawaii, the Caribbean, and more. In fall 2023, the ship made history by beginning a new itinerary in Australia, sailing out of Sydney with stops in Auckland, Brisbane, and Melbourne. The ship eventually made its way back to Hawaii, with plans to return to Vancouver in 2024.
Onboard the ship you’ll find Broadway-style shows such as Frozen, The Golden Mickeys , and Disney Dreams , with restaurants inspired by The Little Mermaid , and The Princess and the Frog . In total, there are 11 decks to explore on the Disney Wonder, and we’re sharing a bit more of what you can find below!
Where Does the Disney Wonder Sail?
For 2024 and 2025 sailings, the Disney Wonder departs from ports in New Zealand and Australia, as well as San Diego, California, Honolulu, Hawaii, and Vancouver, Canada. The ship will offer cruises through Alaska, Hawaii, Mexico, Australia, and the Pacific Coast to enjoy, anywhere from two to fifteen nights.
Staterooms on the Disney Wonder
In total, there are 875 staterooms on the Disney Wonder, about two-thirds of what you’ll find on the newest ship, the Disney Wish. When it comes to choosing accommodations, you can choose from Concierge, which is the largest accommodation with a private verandah. Or, you can choose a non-concierge room with a private verandah, the second largest room available. There are also Oceanview rooms offering a porthole or two, as well as Inside Staterooms with no view outside.
Inside Staterooms
On the Disney Magic, you’ll have one inside stateroom option: a Standard Inside Stateroom . There is no exterior or ocean view to be found in these rooms, but they do sleep up to four adults in total. Your two options are:
- Deluxe Inside Stateroom
- Standard Inside Stateroom
The Deluxe Inside Stateroom has more square footage than the Standard Inside Stateroom , with 214 sq. ft. versus 184 sq. ft. Both types of rooms can sleep up to three or four, with a queen bed, single sleeper sofa, and upper berth pull-down bed available. The Deluxe Inside Stateroom also comes with a “split bath,” meaning there’s one bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower, and tub, then a half bathroom with a vanity, sink, and toilet. By comparison, the Standard Inside Stateroom offers one full bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower and tub.
Oceanview Staterooms
The Oceanview Staterooms offer a few of the sea from your room through one or two portholes. While these won’t have a deck for you to go outside, you will be able to enjoy some stunning views from a generously sized window overlooking the ocean. There’s just one option for this type of room:
- Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom
The Deluxe Oceanview Staterooms come with either one large porthole window or two smaller porthole windows. Each room sleeps up to three or four, with a queen bed, single sleeper sofa, and upper berth pull-down bed available.
Verandah Staterooms
If you want to spend some time gazing at the beautiful ocean views, you’ll want to consider a room with a private verandah . There are two choices on board the Disney Magic:
- Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
- Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
The Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah has a queen bed, a single sleeper sofa, and an upper berth pull-down bed, meaning it sleeps three or four people. For a larger group, you’ll want the Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah , which sleeps up to five with a queen bed, single sleeper sofa, wall pull-down bed, and upper berth pull-down bed. Both options come with their own private verandah.
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The Concierge rooms are the Disney Magic’s most luxurious accommodations. T here are four types of concierge staterooms :
- Concierge Royal Suite with Verandah
- Concierge 2-Bedroom Suite with Verandah
- Concierge 1-Bedroom Suite with Verandah
- Concierge Family Oceanview Stateroom
The Concierge Royal Suites have art deco décor, with two bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a verandah, a living room, a dining salon, and more. They can sleep up to seven, making this ideal for larger families or groups. The 1-Bedroom Suite has a separate bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, a verandah, a living room, and a wet bar, and can sleep up to five. The 2-Bedroom Suite has two separate bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a verandah, a living room, and can sleep up to seven. Finally, the Concierge Family Oceanview Stateroom sleeps up to five and also comes with a private verandah.
Dining on the Disney Wonder
Just like all of Disney Cruise Line’s ships, the Disney Wonder comes with a variety of different dining options. Whether you are looking for a full meal, a character dining experience, or just a quick bite to eat, you’ll find it on board the ship.
Like all other Disney Cruise Line ships, the Disney Wonder offers rotational dining for dinners. This style of dining allows you to try each of the main restaurants onboard during your sailing, though you can choose to skip a night or two of rotational dining and secure a reservation at a different restaurant not included with your sailing instead (at an additional cost). Additionally, you can choose to order room service. Here’s a look at all of the dinner options on the Disney Wonder :
- Tiana’s Place
- Animator’s Palate
- Triton’s
- Palo Steakhouse (reservations required)
- Royal Court Tea (reservations required)
Aside from rotational dining, you’ll also find casual dining onboard that does not require a reservation:
- Daisy’s De-Lites
- Eye Scream Treats
- Pinocchio’s Pizzeria
- Pete’s Boiler Bites
For adults, there are also different bars and lounges available on the ship:
- Cadillac Lounge
- Crown & Fin Pub
- French Quarter Lounge
Entertainment on the Disney Wonder
On every Disney Cruise Line sailing you’ll find plenty to do — and the Disney Wonder is no exception! On the Wonder you can enjoy Broadway-caliber theater performances, character meet and greets, and fun for the whole family. Here’s a preview of some of the different entertainment options you’ll find during your sailing:
- D-Lounge offers singing, dancing, games, trivia, and more
- Catch shows such as Frozen, Disney Dreams , or The Golden Mickeys
- Watch Twice Charmed: An Original Twist on the Cinderella Story or Disney Dreams — An Enchanted Classic
- Experience live entertainment at Azure or French Quarter Lounge
- Character meet and greets inside the Lobby Atrium and other areas of the ship
- Watch Disney films in the Buena Vista Theatre
For more information about the Disney Wonder, check out our full deck plans here. And make sure to catch up on all of our Disney Cruise Line coverage !
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Disney Cruise Movies at Buena Vista Theater in 2024
By: Author Kristi
If you are going on a Disney Cruise , one of the things included in the price of your vacation at sea is the ability to see as many Disney movies as you would like! There is a real movie theater on board that plays both first-run and previously shown Disney movies! Wondering what Disney Cruise movies you’ll be able to see? Keep reading and you’ll find out!
Buena Vista Theater
The Buena Vista Theater is named after the street in Burbank, California where The Walt Disney Company’s studio is located.
The theater features state-of-the-art sound and projection technology, giving guests the ultimate movie-going experience while on board.
With a capacity to seat nearly 300 guests, the theater seating is designed for maximum comfort, with plush chairs and stadium-style arrangement, ensuring that every guest has a great view of the screen.
Going to the Movies on a Disney Cruise
But what sets the Buena Vista Theater apart from other cruise ship theaters is its selection of films.
While some cruise ships show movies, the Buena Vista Theater exclusively screens Disney films including movies only released in regular theaters.
This means that guests can see a movie that is still in theaters while on board.
While you might find different Disney movies playing depending on how long the cruise lasts, pretty much all of the Disney Cruise Ships will have the same movie lineups.
Just like a normal movie theater, you will find a refreshment stand that serves popcorn, candy, and canned soda (and beer).
The best deal is to purchase a Popcorn bucket (or bring one from the Disney Parks) because refills are only $1.50 and you can use it all cruise long.
There are other deals for popcorn & soda, but we usually grab our sodas for free at the drink station before going to the movies.
I also pack snack-sized movie theater candy for the Disney Cruise movies to avoid the expense of buying them onboard.
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What Movies are Playing on our Disney Cruise?
If you are trying to find out the specifics of what movies are playing and at what time, you will want to look at your Disney Cruise App.
All of the Disney Cruise movies are listed on your Disney Cruise app under MOVIES and SHOWS, giving you the ability to plan ahead.
Movies typically play several times per day and are usually on during shows (for those who want to skip the shows) as well as late at night for those who don’t want to miss a show.
Disney Cruise Movies playing on the Disney Dream, Fantasy, Wonder & Magic Cruise Ships (Updated: January 2024)
- The Marvels
- Next Goal Wins
- Indiana Jones & the Dial of Destiny
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
- The Little Mermaid (Live Action)
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Marvel-themed Disney Cruise plays most of the movies from the Marvel series such as:
- Avengers: Endgame
- Black Panther
- Black Panther Wakanda Forever
- Captain Marvel
- Doctor Strange
- Doctor Strange In the Multiverse of Madness
- Shang Chi & the Legend of Ten Rings
- Guardians of the Galaxy
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
- Black Widow
- Thor: Ragnarok
- Thor: Love & Thunder
Star Wars-themed Disney Cruise plays all of the Star Wars movies throughout the cruise. Here is what you can expect to find:
- Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
- Solo: A Star Wars Story
- Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace
- Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones
- Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith
- Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
- Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back
- Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi
- Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens
- Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (Episode IX)
Keep in mind, that all themed Disney Cruises will also play non-themed movies as well.
More About Going to see Disney Cruise Movies
Most of the family movies are run during the day into the early evening.
Later at night, you may find films tailored more toward adults (rated R).
No tickets are needed to see movies at the Buena Vista Theater. You simply show up at the movie time listed in your Personal Navigator, find a seat, and there you have it!
We have never had a problem getting a seat as there are nearly 400 seats in the theater and movies typically run more than once per cruise.
You might want to give yourself a little extra time if you want to purchase concessions because usually only one person is working the counter.
Have you watched a movie at Buena Vista Theater on a Disney Cruise?
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Disney Wonder Cruise Ship: Complete Guide
The Disney Wonder Cruise Ship has been part of Disney’s fleet since in 1999. Guests sailing on this vessel will find luxurious staterooms, lots of food, and of course, beloved Disney Characters. Here’s our complete guide to everything you’ll find onboard this magnificent ship.
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In This Guide:
- Ship Overview
- Rotational Dining
- Adult-Exclusive Dining
- Casual Dining
- Lounges, Bars & Snacks
- Room Service
- Pools & Splash Pads
- Oceaneer Club
- Oceaneer Lab
- Broadway-Style Shows
- Themed Nights
- Spa & Salons
- Itineraries & Ports
- Deck-By-Deck Guide
- How To Book
Disney Wonder Ship Overview
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The Disney Wonder is part of the original set of two ships that Disney Cruise Line built in the late 1990s. With a focus on family-friendly entertainment rather than belly flop contests and onboard casinos , Disney Cruise Line set a new standard that some other cruise lines are still trying to catch up to a quarter-century later. Despite the ship’s age, Disney Wonder continues to receive regular updates and improvements, including an extensive dry dock refurbishment in 2016.
The ship boasts a streamlined look that reminds passengers of the grand early oceanliners — but with a classic black, yellow, red, and white color scheme that immediately suggests the iconic Mickey Mouse. An image of Mickey as Steamboat Willie adorns the bow of the ship.
Bow artwork on the Disney Wonder
In back, you’ll see Donald hanging on makeshift scaffolding and trying to paint the ship’s logo on the stern. It’s going about as well as you’d expect.
How Does Disney Wonder Compare to Other Disney Cruise Ships?
The Disney Wonder is a sister ship to the Disney Magic ; the two ships are generally the same in terms of construction (though similar areas on each ship are themed differently from one another). As the original ships in the fleet, they also happen to be the smallest.
There are more new Disney Cruise ships being built , but all of them will be larger than the Disney Wonder.
One notable difference is that the Disney Wonder is the only current Disney Cruise ship which doesn’t have its own water “ride” (such as the AquaDunk, AquaDuck, or AquaMouse found on other ships). But there are still pools and a standard waterslide onboard.
Should I Pick the Disney Wonder Instead of a Larger Ship?
It’s really a matter of personal preference, but my wife and I prefer smaller ships such as the Disney Wonder because they’re just easier to get around while onboard. Remember — you’re walking to everything on the ship, and on the Wonder there’s never more than a 5-10 minute walk from your stateroom to the restaurants, theatres, and pools.
Compare that to a larger ship such as the Disney Dream, where you’ll likely need a bit more time to walk from one part of the ship to the other. And since the larger ships have more decks than the smaller ones, you might find yourself spending more time waiting on elevators as opposed to just using the staircases for a quick jaunt.
This smaller ship is also able to visit ports that are inaccessible to larger ships; that means it’s able to do things the bigger ships can’t, such as sailing right through a narrow Alaskan fjord and getting tantalizingly close to a giant glacier!
At the moment, the Wonder is the only Disney ship offering certain itineraries such as Alaska or Hawaii; that alone could make your choice for you if you have a particular destination in mind.
Otherwise, if this will be your first time taking a Disney Cruise , a smaller ship like the Wonder might be a better bet versus a larger ship like the Disney Dream , Disney Fantasy , or Disney Wish . It’ll let you “ease into” cruising with Disney without getting completely overwhelmed.
But don’t fret too much over the choice; whatever you pick, you’re going to have a great time. Most of the Disney ships still have relatively equal offerings despite size differences. As an example, the Wonder (smaller) and Fantasy (larger) both have a number of main restaurants plus adult-exclusive dining, a night club district, kids clubs, a spa, and live shows — but there are some differences in size, layout, and theming. The larger ships might have more of each, but the overall experience is very similar.
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Disney Wonder Staterooms
Your stateroom (passenger cabin) is your hotel room onboard the Disney Wonder. It’s where you’ll sleep and spend most of your private time, so picking the right room is important. The type of room you choose is also one of the biggest factors in the price of a Disney cruise , because the per-person cost can increase based on the category picked.
The Disney Wonder has 875 passenger staterooms, and most of them offer some type of outside view (via either a verandah balcony or porthole windows). There are four main types of rooms on the ship; each of those four types is then further divided into multiple categories and subcategories.
Here is a brief look at the types of rooms you can choose from. We’ve listed them here generally from cheapest to most expensive, though there may be some price overlap. You are usually able to choose the exact room you’ll stay in on the ship — check out our complete guide to Disney Cruise staterooms for more information.
Inside Staterooms on Disney Wonder
Inside Stateroom; note the round mirror in place of a porthole | Image © Disney
Inside Staterooms are just that — completely inside. They have no porthole window and no balcony. On the Disney Wonder, you’ll find a round mirror that sort of looks like a porthole, but it only offers views of yourself staring back.
This stateroom type has standard and deluxe variations. The standard is the smallest onboard (but still larger than on some other cruise lines) and has a single bathroom; the deluxe is slightly larger and has a split bathroom (toilet/sink in a separate room from the shower/sink).
- 11C: Deck 2
- 11B: Decks 5, 6
- 11A: Decks 6, 7
- 10C: Decks 1, 2
- 10B: Deck 2
- 10A: Decks 5, 6, 7
Split bathroom configuration on Disney Wonder | Image © Disney
Oceanview Staterooms on Disney Wonder
A typical Oceanview Stateroom configuration on Disney Wonder | Image © Disney
Oceanview staterooms offer an outside view through one or two round porthole windows which do not open. Window sizes vary, but larger windows are more common than smaller windows. The smallest windows are on Deck 1.
- 9D: Deck 1
- 9C: Deck 2
- 9B: Deck 2
- 9A: Decks 5, 6, 7
Category 9D Oceanview Stateroom with two smaller porthole windows | Image © Disney
Verandah Staterooms on Disney Wonder
A typical stateroom verandah on a Disney cruise ship | Image © Disney
Verandah staterooms are the most popular room types onboard, with a private balcony just outside your stateroom. Most verandahs offer see-through railings with a clear safety plexiglass covering, but a few categories have solid metal walls or are completely enclosed except for an open-air cut-out.
- 7A: Decks 5, 6, 7, 8
- 6A: Decks 5, 6, 7
- 5C: Decks 5, 6
- 5B: Decks 6, 7
- 5A: Deck 7
- 4E: Deck 8
- 4B: Deck 8
- 4A: Deck 8
Category 7A Enclosed Navigator’s Verandah with Open-Air Cutout | Image © Disney
Category 6A Whitewall Verandah | Image © Disney
Concierge Staterooms on Disney Wonder
Concierge One-Bedroom Suite | Image © Disney
As the priciest staterooms on the Disney Wonder, the Concierge categories offer additional personalized perks , access to concierge staff, and an exclusive lounge and sun deck that’s accessible only to passengers in these categories.
- 3A: Deck 8
- 2B: Deck 8
- 2A: Deck 8
- 1B: Deck 8
- 1A: Deck 8
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Disney Wonder Dining and Lounges
The dining experience on the Disney Wonder includes three delightful main restaurants, an adult-exclusive dining location, several quick-service options, and even free room service! Here’s everything you need to know about dining onboard the Disney Wonder.
Rotational Dining Restaurants on Disney Wonder
The heart of the Disney Cruise Line dining experience is its nightly dinner service. And on the Disney Wonder (like all Disney Cruise Ships), dinner is scheduled through something called rotational dining . You’re pre-scheduled to visit a different restaurant each night — no need to make a reservation ahead of time — but you’ll still have the same servers each night.
Your cruise fare includes dinner at these three restaurants at no additional charge.
- Animator’s Palate
A screen at Animator’s Palate | Image © Disney
Animator’s Palate is one of the most popular dining experiences throughout the Disney Cruise fleet, and the Disney Wonder is no exception. Repeat cruisers love its menu, and its whimsical and lively atmosphere is pure Disney.
Popular menu items here include one of my favorites, the black truffle pasta purseittes (I sometimes ask for a double helping — you can do that at no additional charge!). My wife enjoys their butternut squash soup. Other offerings include wild mushroom risotto, a polenta cake with tomato and mushrooms, beef tenderloin, and a lemon-thyme marinated chicken. There are plenty of other options, too, most inspired by the cuisines of California, Asia, and the Pacific.
As good as the food is, the real highlight of dinner here is a tribute to the art of animation. A finale show called Drawn to Magic tells the story of how an animated feature goes from early sketches to a full-fledged film. The dining room itself — and your servers — even take on a bit more color during the dinner service, which includes a special visit from Sorcerer Mickey.
On longer cruises, you might also experience Animation Magic , a different show which allows you to draw your own character and see it animated on the screens during the show! You’ll start by drawing your character on a special paper placemat which is whisked away before service begins; then later in the evening, Sorcerer Mickey does his stuff and your drawing leaps off the page and into motion!
My drawing (left) dances on-screen with other Guest-drawn cartoons at Animator’s Palate
Clearly I won’t be winning any awards, but it was still fun to see my name in the credits at the end of the show.
I made it, ma!
Triton’s is located immediately off the main atrium lobby of the ship, just behind the statue of Ariel. As you’d expect, the restaurant is themed to The Little Mermaid , though elegantly so.
For those feeling a bit adventurous, try the escargot. It doesn’t cost anything extra so you’re not out any money if you hate it — and you might be as surprised as I was to learn that you love it and want to order it on every cruise! If you’d rather stick with Les Poissons , there’s an oven-baked salmon. You might also find chilled jumbo shrimp, a crispy roasted duck breast, and other tempting entrees on the menu. Finish your meal with a dessert of the ever-popular Grand Marnier soufflé or the Instagram-worthy (though admittedly a bit underwhelming taste-wise) Apple Tarte Tatin.
Outside of dinner service, Triton’s is also the non-buffet option for breakfast (French Toast, omelets, crepes) and lunch (whitefish, pork ribs, chicken breast) on most days.
- Tiana’s Place
She’s no longer just almost there — she’s made it! This lively restaurant celebrates Tiana’s journey to becoming a restaurant owner with New Orleans décor and great live jazz music and storytelling. While it’s not quite a full-fledged character dining experience , you’ll still have a chance to see Tiana and possibly say hi to her on the way in. And don’t be surprised if you see a certain musical gator galivanting about!
The menu is a tribute to southern cuisine and the flavor of Louisiana. Try the New Orleans seafood pepper pot, shrimp jambalaya, and Cajun-spiced sea bass — or steer your way toward milder fare. Dessert includes Tiana’s famous beignets and a chocolate bread pudding.
Adult-Exclusive Dining on the Disney Wonder
The Adult-Exclusive offerings onboard Disney Wonder include a famed Italian restaurant that many repeat cruisers swear by.
Palo is the perfect spot for a memorable meal featuring fine Italian food. Giant windows allow you to gaze at the moonlight reflecting on the ocean surface as your tastebuds are tempted by the restaurant’s bill of fare.
Dinner menu items at this specialty dining location include dover sole (fileted tableside), butternut agnolotti, and seared sea scallops. The restaurant’s signature chocolate soufflé is a popular finish to your meal.
A tremendously-popular brunch service is also typically offered on Sea Days, but it can be tough to snag reservations. Try to book book as early as your onboard booking window allows .
Dining at Palo requires an upcharge, around $45 as of June 2023. Adding a wine pairing costs a bit more.
Casual Dining on the Disney Wonder
Breakfast and lunch onboard your Disney cruise ship is usually a casual affair – and there are even low-key options for dinner.
Cabanas is the buffet-style restaurant onboard the Disney Wonder, which offers an eclectic menu featuring great tastes from around the globe.
At breakfast, you’ll be able to pick your favorites from nearly a dozen different food stations. There are plenty of ready-made options such as Mickey Waffles, eggs, sausage, and bacon; you can also opt to spend a few minutes to allow the professional Omeleteer to whip up a custom omelet just for you, filled with the ingredients you selectr.
Thanks to the cruise line’s international clientele, you’ll also find some breakfast offerings not typically found here in the states — rice, miso soup, smoked fish, and such. For me, this is a fun way to step out of my eggs-and-bacon comfort zone and start my day with something I can’t easily find stateside such as a bowl of muesli (“fresh” granola) topped with fruits, nuts, and grains.
Lunch at Cabanas is an ever-changing mix of menu-items. Typical choices include: a wide array of freshly-grilled meats; a carving station featuring selections such as prime rib, roast beef, or ham; jumbo iced shrimp and crab claws; sandwiches and wraps; pizza; and plenty of desserts such as cakes, pie, cheesecake, and hand-dipped ice cream.
Cabanas is also open for dinner, offering an alternative for those who want to skip their assigned rotational dining for the evening. Dinner is table service — not buffet-style — with a somewhat limited menu of items such as salmon, chicken, steak, and the like.
Lounges, Bars, and Snacks on the Disney Wonder
There’s always a place to grab a quick bite to eat or a refreshing drink onboard Disney Wonder. Here are just a few highlights:
Dance the night away at Azure, the Disney Wonder’s liveliest night club in the heart of the After Hours district onboard. Earlier in the day, all are welcome to enjoy family-friendly activities. In the evening, it’s adults-only featuring specialty cocktails and an energetic nightlife.
- Beverage Station
Most non-alcoholic drinks are included in the cost of your cruise, so there’s no need to purchase a drink package if you just want a soda, tea, coffee, milk, or water. This soda station near the pool offers unlimited free self-serve drinks all day long.
- Cadillac Lounge
Classic Hollywood, classic cars, and live piano combine to bring back the 50s in this moody hideaway. You can practically hear Frankie and Dino warming up.
This adults-only lounge serves specialty coffees and teas by day. At night, enjoy cocktails, wine, and a light nosh.
- Crown & Fin Pub
Settle into this traditional English public house for a lively evening of drink and fun. Catch the latest sports via live TV (when available) while quaffing your choice of more than a dozen beer choices (including some British favorites) or other specialty beverages.
D Lounge is a family-friendly venue that hosts interactive entertainment for everyone. Play trivia here, sing Karaoke, or enjoy a live game show.
Daisy’s De-Lites, Pete’s Boiler Bites, and Pinocchio’s Pizzeria
These poolside quick service windows offer grab-&-go goodies. Pizza, hamburgers & hot dogs, tacos, sandwiches, chicken tenders, and other quick bites are on the menu here.
- Eye Scream Treats
Cool down with all-you-can eat soft-serve ice cream from this popular location. I personally can rarely pass by here without grabbing a cone, no matter how full I am.
- French Quarter Lounge
Not far from Tiana’s Place is French Quarter Lounge, a unique location with décor that includes a New Orleans street car. A gazebo stage and wrought-iron accents combine with hot music and hot beignets to complete the Louisiana theme. Kids are welcome earlier in the day to enjoy family-friendly games and character visits.
Room Service on the Disney Wonder Cruise Ship
Many passengers are surprised to learn that Room Service is included in the cost of your Disney Cruise.
The standard Room Service menu on the Disney Wonder includes selections such as soups & salads, hamburgers & sandwiches, flatbreads, pasta, and chicken tenders. You can also select from a few desserts, such as the cake-of-the-day and the ever-popular Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream bar.
I usually get an order of hot wings, though the journey they take from the galley to my room sometimes leaves them a bit less crispy than I’d like. I’m also fond of the All Hands on Deck , a plate of assorted cheese, fruit, and crackers that makes an enjoyable snack while sitting on my verandah watching the ocean roll by.
While all of the above is included at no additional cost, you will have to pay extra for specialty items such as beer, wine, canned soft drinks, deluxe coffees, juices, and pre-packaged snacks/candies.
Also don’t forget to tip the crew member who delivers the food to your room.
Best Bets for Each Meal on Disney Wonder
Below we list each of the main meal periods onboard the ship, and your best options for each.
- Primary option: Cabanas is the best breakfast spot onboard thanks to its long hours, wide selection of food, and all-you-care-to-eat atmosphere. It’s not a quiet meal by any stretch, but given that almost everything is hot and ready on the buffet, you can quickly eat here and move on to a quiet lounge chair in no time flat.
- Secondary option: One of the three rotational restaurants (typically Triton’s) usually offers a table-service breakfast most days, complete with a server who will bring your food and keep your drinks topped off. Although Cabanas will have a wider variety to choose from, dining here instead allows for a much more relaxed start to your day.
- Other options: Room Service has a breakfast option, but you’ll need to pre-order it the night before and choose from an extremely limited menu. The offerings are more along the lines of a continental breakfast (juices, coffees, pastries, cold cereals), with no real “hot breakfast” (no eggs, bacon, sausage, or oatmeal).
- Primary option: Cabanas is the best lunch option (and the most crowded) due to its tremendous selection. Iced jumbo shrimp and crab claws are a signature menu item most days; you’ll also find freshly grilled meats, a wide variety of side items, some interesting international selections, and plenty of dessert. Snag a table outside on the deck to enjoy a beautiful seaside lunch.
- Secondary option: The food service windows on the pool deck are a great option at any time of day, especially if you’re enjoying the day poolside. You don’t even need to change out of your sopping-wet swimsuit to grab a meal. These windows are usually open well after Cabanas has stopped serving lunch, so they’re a great late afternoon option.
- Other options : Triton’s usually serves a lunch option on most days if you want a sit-down meal but don’t want to wade through the crowds at Cabanas. Room Service is another good option.
- Primary option: Your assigned rotational dining restaurant is your best bet for dinner. Dining at these locations is the highlight of each day onboard the ship, thanks to the themed menus, specialty décor, and personalized service from a dedicated wait staff who remains with you each night of the cruise. (They’re likely to become your favorite Crew Members onboard — Katie and I still talk about Potchara and Heny, our servers from a 2019 Alaska Cruise on the Disney Wonder).
- Secondary option: As an alternative to your pre-scheduled rotational dining restaurant, you might opt to dine at Cabanas, which is totally different at night. While breakfast and lunch there can feel a bit hectic, Dinner at Cabanas is much more relaxed. No carrying around your plate and searching for a seat — a server presents you with a menu and brings food to you. This is a great option if the menu for one of your assigned restaurants doesn’t look that appealing to you, or if you’re not keen on dressing up for Formal Night.
- Other options: Many cruisers enjoy dedicating at least one night of their cruise to an adult-exclusive meal at Palo. Otherwise, room service and the poolside quick-service windows are a good choice.
Off-Hours Eating and Snacking
- Primary option: For cravings outside the main meal periods, I recommend the quick-service windows such as Pete’s Boiler Bites, Daisy’s De-Lites, and Pinocchio’s Pizzeria. Their grab-and-go convenience makes them a great choice to tide you over between meals. Individual portions are a bit smaller so you won’t spoil your dinner (unless you want to, because it’s still all-you-can-eat).
- Secondary option: Room Service is available day and night, up until about 1:30 AM on the last morning of your cruise. So if it’s 3AM and you suddenly find yourself in desperate need of a hamburger, it’s the only way to go. As a slightly less extreme example, there’s something delightful about having warm cookies and milk delivered to your room just before bedtime.
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Disney Wonder Pools and Water Slides
Twist ’n’ Spout Water Slide
Part of the AquaLab (see below), Twist ‘n’ Spout is a bright yellow double-looping waterslide. You’ll twist and turn over almost 250 feet before a thrilling splashdown. Guests must be at least 38” tall to ride, and adult supervision is required for kids under age 16.
Pools and Splash Pads
This multi-level water playground is a great place for kids to cool off during their cruise. It includes a small wading pool, plenty of geysers and pop jets, pouring “paint” cans and showerheads, leaky pipes, and Donald’s Boiler (a character-shaped contraption that occasionally blows its top, drenching everyone). Intended for ages 3+; adult supervision required for those under age 16.
Goofy’s Pool
Goofy’s Pool on deck 9 serves as the family pool onboard and is the ship’s largest pool area. The giant FunnelVision video screen and a large stage are nearby, so there’s always something to enjoy while swimming. Intended for ages 3+ (must be toilet trained), with adult supervision required for those under age 16. This pool is occasionally closed so it can be covered and used as additional deck space for the sail-away party and other major events.
- Dory’s Reef
Toddlers aged 3 years or younger can enjoy this 400-foot splash deck featuring spraying water and pop jets. Swim diapers are required, and children must be supervised by an adult.
Quiet Cove Pool
A serene oasis for ages 18+. A pool and whirlpool tubs are the main features, along with ample lounging space and easy access to the adult beverage of your choice.
Disney Wonder Kids Clubs and Teen Clubs
You might be surprised by how much time your kids will want to spend away from you during your Disney Cruise! One of the main reasons Disney Cruise Line is the best cruise line for kids is its fantastic youth activities spaces, including a substantial portion of Deck 5 which is dedicated solely to passengers under the age of 12.
- Disney’s Oceaneer Club
The Oceaneer Club is the place where your kids will likely spend a large amount of their time onboard. This secure facility is accessible only to kids aged 3-10 and trained youth activities staff (though adults are welcome to visit during established Open House hours). Inside, kids will find specially-themed spaces and kid-friendly activities. Best of all, it’s all included in the cost of your Disney cruise!
Andy’s Room
Kids are immersed in the world of Disney·Pixar’s Toy Story movies in this unique multi-level play area including the Slinky Dog Slide.
Marvel Super Hero Academy
Kids visit a top-secret S.H.I.E.L.D. facility, and learn to summon their inner Super Hero. There’s plenty of time for freeform play, with occasional structured activities including visits and training with real Super Heroes.
Disney Junior Area
A favorite of younger Oceaneers, the Disney Junior area features games, characters, and more.
Frozen Adventures
Join Olaf for games and activities celebrating Summer, or prepare for the royal coronation with Anna and Elsa!
- Disney’s Oceaneer Lab
The Oceaneer Lab offers hands-on activities and experiences for kids ages 3-10. It’s connected by an internal hallway to the Oceaneer Club, so it’s easy for kids to swap between the two.
Animator’s Studio
Learn how to draw your favorite Disney characters – or just entertain your own creative instincts.
Anyone Can Cook
Learn how to measure and mix ingredients and bake a batch of fresh chocolate-chip cookies.
Captain’s Workshop
Enjoy movies and video games in a spacious play area.
Pluto’s Pajama Party
This slumber party with Mickey’s pup pal Pluto is sure to be a hit.
Stitch’s Space Goo
Join Experiment 626 and the professor to make a batch of intergalactic ooze.
The Wheelhouse
Take the wheel of a large video screen navigation simulator and see if you have what it takes to steer a Disney Cruise Ship.
Tweens and young teens – ages 11 to 14 – have a space all to themselves onboard the Disney Wonder. Edge is the perfect place to relax thanks to its moody boiler room feel. There’s a huge 98″ video screen for watching Disney movies, a dance floor, plus plenty of video games and crafts. A mix of planned activities and unstructured free time leaves plenty of opportunities for socializing.
Climb right inside one of the Disney Wonder’s iconic red smokestack funnels to reach this teens-only retreat. Passengers aged 14 to 17 can enjoy a specialty coffee or smoothie while relaxing with newfound friends in a safe environment. For techy types, there are plenty of TVs, video games, and tablets. Meanwhile, active teens will enjoy dance parties, karaoke sessions, and group activities.
it’s a small world nursery!
While there’s no in-room babysitting on the Disney Wonder, infants and toddlers aged three and younger are well-cared-for onboard thanks to the it’s a small world nursery!
Youth counselors will happily feed, change, and interact with the little ones while parents and guardians enjoy other parts of the ship.
This nursery service does require a nominal fee, charged by the half-hour with a one-hour minimum. Discounts are available for multiple children in the same family.
Advanced reservations are strongly recommended.
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Disney Wonder Entertainment and Activities
With live Broadway-style shows and lively deck parties, the Disney Wonder offers a wide variety of onboard entertainment.
Broadway-Style Shows in the Walt Disney Theatre
Each night of your cruise, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a live show in the beautiful Walt Disney Theatre. The nearly-1,000-seat theatre hosts three Broadway-style shows during your cruise, with showtimes offered opposite your dinner time; if you have early dinner, you’ll catch the late show… and vice versa. You can even watch a recorded version of the shows on your stateroom television if you don’t want to head to the theatre at showtime.
Passengers on longer voyages will also enjoy other additions such as a magician, hypnotist, or family-friendly comedian on nights when the Broadway-style shows are dark.
Disney Dreams – An Enchanted Classic
A touching tale of a young girl at the age of not believing – follow along as she learns how to believe in herself thanks to the power of positive thinking along with some help from favorite Disney characters and memorable music.
Frozen – A Musical Spectacular
A lively musical retelling of Anna and Elsa’s journey. Kristoff, Sven, and Olaf are all here to join in the adventure, and of course all the familiar songs are there, too.
The Golden Mickeys
It’s awards night with all the glitz and glamor of the red carpet. Who will win “Most Romantic” or “Most Heroic”? And more importantly, who will host the show? The emcee is missing! Something tells me it’ll all get sorted out in the nick of time, and we might even learn a little bit about believing in ourselves along the way. Featuring songs from about a dozen different Disney films, this show is a fan favorite that’s sure to have you humming along.
Special Themed Nights and Deck Parties
Frozen night.
Select 7-night sailings on the Disney Wonder include a Frozen-themed evening, complete with special menus inside the dining rooms, an Anna’s Chocolate Chase scavenger hunt, and a Freezing the Night Away deck party.
Pirates in the Caribbean Deck Party with Fireworks
Some itineraries may include a Pirate night. Enjoy a special themed menu at dinner, then head up to the pool deck for a raucous live show with favorite Disney characters and fireworks at sea!
Note: not every itinerary offers a pirate night, and fireworks may be canceled due to weather. Pirate night is never offered on Alaskan sailings due to the fireworks’ impact on wildlife and the natural surroundings.
PIXAR Pals Party
Found only onboard Alaska sailings on the Wonder (in place of Pirate Night), this party features character greetings and lively music from your favorite Disney•PIXAR films.
Disney Movies in the Buena Vista Theatre
First-run and classic favorite Disney, Marvel, PIXAR, and LucasFilm movies are shown all day long in the Buena Vista Theatre. There’s no need to buy a ticket – just drop in at showtime and grab a seat.
If your cruise falls during the premiere of a highly-anticipated Disney film, there will likely be a huge “PremEAR at Sea” showing first in the Walt Disney Theatre. After that, it’ll be shown repeatedly in the Buena Vista Theatre for the remainder of the cruise.
Disney Wonder Spas and Salons
Disney Wonder offers a full-service spa onboard the ship, plus many other health and wellness services to help you melt away the troubles of the real world during your cruise.
Senses Spa and Salon
Pamper yourself like no place else at Senses Spa & Salon onboard the Disney Wonder. Choose from a comprehensive spa menu , salon services, or rejuvenation procedures at this restful retreat on Deck 9. Offerings include aroma stone therapy, deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, facials, acupuncture, teeth whitening, shampooing & cut/style, manipedis, CoolSculpting, and more. Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages, sandals & robes, showers, and lockers complete the package. Services here require an upcharge.
This special area of Senses offers treatments exclusively for teens aged 13-17. A parent or guardian must accompany the teen for the duration of the treatment, and parent/teen combined services can be purchased if desired.
Fitness Center
Keep up your workout routine even while you’re on vacation with the Disney Wonder’s Fitness Center. Those looking for an equipment-based workout will find a nice selection of weight machines, cardio equipment, ellipticals, and treadmills. For a group experience, try yoga, Pilates, or an aerobics class. You can even arrange for a one-on-one analysis and training session with a professional personal coach.
- Walking/Jogging Track
The Deck 4 promenade of the Disney Wonder serves as a full-circle walking/jogging track. Although I’m no runner, I do enjoy a leisurely walk here at least once per cruise to help break up that sense of “only short bursts of activity” that can set in on a longer sailing. Being on Deck 4 gives you a close-up view of the water — close enough to notice, perhaps, a porpoise breaching the surface. That makes this deck not only a great place to exercise, but also a great place to relax in a deck chair.
Deck 4 Promenade
A nice side bonus of this track is that as you make the turn to circle around to reach the opposite side of the ship, you’ll get a look at some of the mechanical wizardry that keeps the ship functioning. For someone like me who loves behind-the-scenes gadgetry, it’s a neat perk that helps to nudge me out onto the track.
Heavy Machinery
Psst… here’s my favorite super secret tip for the Disney Wonder : if you’re on a glacier day during an Alaska cruise and find that the decks are too crowded to get a good view, take the walking path on deck 4 and head toward the back of the ship. As the path transitions from an open promenade to an enclosed area behind the metal walls of the ship, you’ll encounter several giant open air portholes that offer a great view. Few folks know they’re here, so there’s rarely any “competition” for a spot. Don’t tell anyone! 😉
Look, ma! No tourists!
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Disney Wonder Itineraries and Home Ports
The Disney Wonder is on track to become one of the most widely-traveled Disney cruise ships, visiting Hawaii, Alaska, Australia, and New Zealand.
Disney Wonder has a busy schedule of cruises in 2024 .
- January to early February: Australia / New Zealand Cruises from Melbourne and Sydney
- Mid-February to mid-March: A South Pacific Cruise from Sydney to Honolulu, a Hawaiian Cruise from Honolulu to Vancouver, and a Pacific Coast Cruise from Vancouver to San Diego
- Mid-March to mid-May: Baja, Mexican Riviera, and Pacific Coast cruises from San Diego
- Mid-May to late-September: Alaska Cruises from Vancouver
- Late-September to late-October: A Hawaiian cruise from Vancouver to Honolulu, followed by a South Pacific cruise from Honolulu to Brisbane
- Late-October to end of year: Australia / New Zealand Cruises from Brisbane, Auckland, Melbourne, and Sydney
Here’s a look at the 2025 Disney Cruises onboard the Disney Wonder announced so far. Sail dates for May 12th and beyond have not yet been released.
- January to mid-February: Australia / New Zealand Cruises from Sydney and Melbourne
- Mid-February to early March: South Pacific cruise from Sydney to Honolulu, followed by a Hawaiian Cruise from Honolulu to Vancouver then a Pacific Coast Cruise from Vancouver to San Diego
- Early March to early May: Baja, Mexican Riviera, and Pacific Coast Cruises from San Diego
- Mid-May and beyond: Not yet released
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Disney Wonder Deck-by-Deck
Here’s a look at what’s located on each deck of the Disney Wonder.
- Health Center
- Tender Lobbies (ship exit at ports of call)
- Category 9D
- Category 10C
- Self-Service Laundry
- Category 9B
- Category 9C
- Category 10B
- Category 11C
- Triton’s
- Guest Services
- Port Adventures Desk
- Port Shopping Desk
- Public Restrooms
- Sea Treasures
- Lobby Atrium
- Walt Disney Theatre
- Preludes Bar
- Mickey’s Mainsail
- Shutters Portrait Studio
- Vacation Planning Desks
- Vista Gallery
- Atrium (overlook)
- Buena Vista Theatre
- “it’s a small world” nursery
- Category 5C
- Category 6A
- Category 7A
- Category 9A
- Category 10A
- Category 11B
- Category 5B
- Category 11A
- Category 5A
- Category 1A
- Category 1B
- Category 2A
- Category 2B
- Category 3A
- Category 4A
- Category 4B
- Category 4E
- Funnel Vision
- Goofy’s Family Pool
- Mickey’s Splash Zone
- Pool Deck Stage
- Quiet Cove Adult Pool
- Whirlpool Spas
- Daisy’s De-Lites
- Pete’s Boiler Bites
- Sulley’s Sips
- Pinocchio’s Pizzeria
- Fitness Area
- Rainforest Room
- Twist ‘n’ Spout
- Wide World of Sports Deck
- Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
- Concierge Lounge
- Concierge Sun Deck
Disney Wonder Fact Sheet
Shipyard (ship’s birthplace).
Fincantieri – Marghera & Ancona, Italy
Maiden voyage
August 15, 1999
Varies by time of year — see Itineraries & Ports above
Ship’s Registry
Approximately 84,000 gross tons
21.5 knots cruising speed
24 knots maximum speed
Diesel-based electric
Crew Members
Maximum capacity.
2,713 passengers
875 staterooms
- 384 verandah staterooms (includes 22 suites)
- 229 oceanview staterooms
- 262 inside staterooms (30%)
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Disney Wonder current location is at North Pacific Ocean (coordinates 28.09369 N / -153.92608 W) cruising at speed of 20 kn (37 km/h | 23 mph) en route to CAYVR. The AIS position was reported 34 minutes ago.
Current itinerary of Disney Wonder
Disney Wonder current cruise is 10 days, one-way from Honolulu to Vancouver . Prices start from USD 3700 (double occupancy rates). The itinerary starts on 01 Mar, 2024 and ends on 11 Mar, 2024 .
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The 1999-built MS Disney Wonder cruise ship is Walt Disney 's second liner with sistership Disney Magic (1998).
The vessel (IMO number 9126819) is currently Bahamas- flagged (MMSI 308457000) and registered in Nassau .
History - construction and ownership
DCL-Disney Cruise Line is a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company (shipowner). The company was incorporated in 1996 as "Magical Cruise Company Ltd". Walt Disney also owns the Bahamian private island Castaway Cay (exclusive port of call - for Disney ships only) and an exclusive Cruise Terminal at Port Canaveral (Orlando Florida) . Disney cruises are marketed as "family vacations" and feature unique and exclusive activities, such as costumed Disney Characters, adults-only deck areas, dedicated facilities for teens, kids and infants-toddlers, signature (trademarked) shipboard facilities and activities, themed live entertainment.
The 1750-passenger ship Disney Wonder caters mostly to families with small children, so the adults-only "quiet places" and entertainment areas are your special place to be if running and screaming little angels and devils are not your kinds of fun.
One of the best cruise ships for families with kids, the Disney ship Wonder features a classic 1930's ocean liner design - an elongated black hull and two bright red funnels. The Disney cruise ship Disney Wonder is mostly associated with its Art Nouveau decor, Disney characters all around, "Mickeys" everywhere, amazing onboard children's programs with age-proper activities, excellent service and really great family fun cruises for kids.
Probably the best thing about this Disney fleet mate is that the Disney Lines Wonder ship sails Alaska since 2011 - the newest Disney cruise ship destination with the best Disney deals on Alaska cruises and excursions.
The Disney ship Wonder was launched in 1999 to double company's passenger capacity with another set of nearly thousand of some of the best equipped, largest staterooms at sea. Like all Disney ships, the Disney Cruise Line Wonder ship's primary market is families with small kids (mostly younger than 8). Besides them, the Disney Wonder ship CLIENTELE consists also of an ever-growing number of honeymooners and travelers without kids, simply enjoying the oversized Disney ship accommodations, the adults-only areas, and all the Disney details - both on board and on Castaway Cay.
The Disney Wonder ship DRESS CODE is day resort casual (all ship areas) and evening cruise casual (no shorts-jeans-swimwear), for men pants and jackets (no ties), and summer dresses for women. One semi-formal night (the Captain's Reception), one formal night (not mandatory; most passengers don't participate in it) and one "Pirate Night" (people dress in pirate attire).
Disney Wonder TIPS are the US $12 PP per day (charged to passengers' onboard accounts automatically or pre-payed), given respectively to waiters $8 (dining room servers $4, assistant servers $3, head servers $1) and cabin stewards $4. Additionally, bar drinks and deck service areas have a 15% tipping added to your bill.
Decks and Cabins
Most Disney Wonder staterooms (877 total, in 22 grades) are 225-260-ft2 Balconies. The ship has 22 Suites, 362 Balcony, 235 Oceanview and 256 Inside cabins. The largest accommodations are the Royal Suites (845 ft2 / 79 m2 plus 185 ft2 / 17 m2 terrace).
All cabins boast sizes larger than the industry average, with the majority of them offering a separate bedroom and living room areas, a deep convertible sofa, a bunk bed (folding down from the ceiling, with safety rails, 2 beds convertible to a queen.
Additionally, Disney Wonder family cruise cabins for families of 5 have a Murphy bed (wall-mounted). Plenty of storage space (the suitcases store well under the bed), subtle maple furniture, a closet with a dresser, a desk/dressing table, a smart HDTV with all Disney channels, 2 portable "Wave Phones" (you can text and talk on them throughout the ship), 2 bathrooms (one with toilet-sink, one with tub-shower-sink), a hairdryer. Balcony cabins also have 2 chairs and a small table on the veranda. Standard bathroom amenities by the premium H2O Plus cosmetics (soap-shampoo-lotion, suite guests get additional offerings), Euro-top mattresses, Egyptian cotton linens, luxurious bath towels, upon request - cribs and diaper genies.
Disney Wonder suites are of 3 types (1 and 2-bedrooms), featuring dining tables, Jacuzzis, huge balconies. The Walt and Royal Suites are the Wonder ship's biggest accommodations. In addition, suite guests can enjoy a memory foam pillow, comfortable duvets, robes, and slippers, plus the main dining room's menu available as a room service option.
The boat has 11 decks , of which 6 are with cabins.
Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks
Disney Wonder ship dining experiences include the Disney Line's rotational dining system pertaining to the ship's 3 main restaurants (you dine each night in a different restaurant, accompanied by the same companions and waiters), with 2 dining times (6:15 and 8:15 pm, table number, and rotations are on your dining tickets). The "Animator's Palate" room features numerous special lighting effects and animations (including the menu holograms, scenes transform from B&W sketches to full-color animated images), the "Parrot Cay" is Caribbean-themed (a delicious seafood buffet and great salad choices) and the most formal of the three is the upscale "Triton's" restaurant (the last two are also open for breakfast and lunch). All main dining rooms offer free drinks during dinner, a wine purchase program.
Disney Wonder food is really wondrous - all is made on the ship, quality ingredients, beautifully prepared, with "light" choices at dinner, a separate kids menu.
"Palo" is the Wonder ship's specialty dining option - an adults-only elegant restaurant (Northern Italian (Med) cuisine), open daily for Champagne brunch and dinner (reservations are required, guests are allowed to book only 1 brunch and 1 dinner per sailing).
On Deck 9 is located the "Beach Blanket" buffet - an indoor/outdoor casual dining venue (breakfast and lunch) with salads, sandwiches, Mickey waffles, cookies, and fruits, with a made-to-order omelet station. Other excellent venues to dine casually are the "Pinocchio's Pizzeria", "Pluto's Dog House" (burgers and hot dogs, chicken tenders) and the Goofy's Galley (wrap sandwiches, a great selection of fruits, ice-cream). The Deck 9 self-serve beverage station offers free juices and sodas.
24-hour room service (Continental breakfast, soups, and salads, cheese, chicken, etc). Suite guests can order from the main restaurant's menus.
Follows the complete list of Disney Wonder restaurants and food bars.
- Triton's Restaurant / Lumiere's (462-seat forward Dining Room, serving Breakfast and 3-course menu for Lunch; with 2 Dinner seatings 5:30 p.m.-6 p.m. and 8 p.m.-8:30 p.m.)
- Parrot Cay Restaurant / Carioca's (462-seat aft Dining Room for Breakfast and Buffet Lunch; with 2 dinner seatings/4-course menu).
- Animator's Palate Restaurant (462- seat aft Dining Room, animator's studio design, features favorite Disney-character dinner shows; serves complimentary drinks; Rotational Dining with two fixed Dinner seatings - at 5:45 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.)
- Tiana's Place (dinner-only main dining room drawing inspiration from Disney's "The Princess and the Frog.")
- Cabanas (self-service complimentary restaurant with American cuisine, pasta, sushi)
- Pinocchio's Pizzeria (outdoor complimentary restaurant, poolside)
- Beach Blanket Buffet (indoor/outdoor fast-food eatery, complimentary
- Pluto's Dog House (quick service fast food restaurant, complimentary)
- Goofy's Galley (quick service outdoor fast food restaurant, complimentary)
- Palo (130-seat Italian specialty restaurant; adults-only, reservation-only; aft location; bookings via the internet or on board).
- O'Gill's Pub (open from about noon to midnight, sports bar/Irish pub, with English decor, live music, large TVs, classic table games, full bar service, Martini Tastings).
Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport
Most of the Disney Wonder kids facilities and public rooms are located on Decks 3-4-5 and are interconnected by its 3-deck high atrium, while the Wonder ship's 3 pools are on Decks 9 and 10. Four locations onboard offer Internet access: the teen-only "Vibe" club (Deck 11), the children-only "Edge" club (Deck 2), the "Promenade Lounge" (Deck 3, all ages, open 24-hours) and the adults-only "Cove Cafe" you can borrow a laptop from the cafe).
The Disney Lines Disney Wonder ship spa, sport, and fitness fun starts with Deck 9's pool area (3 age-specific swimming pools) and the 200-ft long waterslide. The "Mickey's Pool" (aft) is kids-only, with a 385 sq. foot pool extension for not yet toilet trained kids in swim diapers). The "Goofy's Pool" is for families (located in between the funnels, alongside the big LED screen), 2 adjacent Jacuzzis and the "Quiet Cove" (forward) is adults-only, with 2 large hot tubs, and a specialty coffee house). Deck 10 has a basketball court and a volleyball area. The "Aft Overlook" (Deck 7) is another "quite" place on the ship (unless when a wedding is officiated there by the captain).
Ship's promenade (Deck 4) offers a walking-jogging track and lounge chairs. The Vista Spa & Salon complex offers massages, facials and treatments, and its "Tropical Rain Forest" area has a sauna and steam rooms. The Wonder ship also features 3 new spa villas for the most expensive spa services (a spa suite with its own private veranda and a Jacuzzi). The recently expanded fitness center is well equipped (Life Fitness equipment) and also has a small room for personal training sessions.
Disney characters appearances are one of the highlights of all the best Disney Wonder cruises for kids with the ever best age-specific activities at sea. The Disney Wonder kids cruise programming and the unique Disney-themed entertainment are the main reasons for the Disney Wonder line's high popularity and loyalty passengers ratio. Like all Disney ships, Wonder has no casino, instead, it has innovative offerings, like the "Studio Sea" (family dance parties and karaoke, scavenger hunts and funny game shows) and the "Buena Vista Theatre" (all the newest Disney company releases and the best Disney 3D movie experience). Another popular day activities for families are the basketball and karaoke tournaments and the ship tour. Some of the greatest advantages on board are the "Wave Phones" (2 per cabin, with text-messaging capabilities and ship-wide coverage).
Unique for MS Disney Wonder Alaskan kids cruise specials are the "Junior Ranger" programs (about Alaska's wildlife, environment, etc, held in the children's clubs, Studio Sea and in the Disney Theater) and the "Base Camp" held whenever the ship sails into Tracy Arm Fjord (all kids programs move on deck for Alaskan themed games and crafts).
All Disney ships also feature the Little Mermaid-themed "Flounder's Reef" nursery (babies and toddlers up to 3 yo), the "Oceaneer's Club" (3-7 yo), the "Oceaneer's Lab" (8-12 yo), the "Edge" club (11-13 yo) and the "Vibe" club (teens ages 14-17).
Singles and couples may attend wine or martini tastings, Alaska seafood-themed cooking classes and demonstrations or a sophisticated art auction. The main area for the Wonder ship's adult-only evening entertainment is "Route 66" (located Deck 3 forward). This dance club features video dance parties, karaoke, and dancers from the crew performing skits to certain songs. Deck 3 also has its "Cadillac Lounge" piano bar and the "Diversions - the sports bar with large comfortable chairs and huge plasma TVs. The "Overlook Cafe" is a unique Disney ship venue (located upstairs from "Cove Cafe") for adult guests to quietly enjoy all the amazing views during an Alaskan cruise.
The 3-decks high Walt Disney Theatre (capacity 977 most comfortable seats) boasts some of the best large production shows at sea, like "The Golden Mickeys" (with all the famous and infamous Disney characters) and "Toy Story The Musical". Another great hit is the "Pirates in the Caribbean" deck party, beginning in the dining room (a pirate scroll menu and bandannas for all), then follows the pool-deck party - and all is on camera and on the huge LED screen (24x14 ft, located on Deck 9, the forward funnel, near the Goofy Pool). Know that the law forbids the fireworks on all Disney Wonder Alaskan cruises.
Follows the complete list of Disney Wonder lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens, and adults.
- Walt Disney Wonder Theatre (977-seat, 3-decks high; offers live shows, aerial acrobatics performances, grand-style productions, 3D movies; with two evening shows - at 6:15 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.)
- Wonder's Atrium (3-deck high central ship area, with "The Little Mermaid"'s Ariel bronze statue)
- Route 66/Beat Street (3 clubs' entertainment district, adults-only after 9 pm; Cadillac Lounge, Diversions, WaveBands)
- WaveBands Lounge & Bar
- Studio Sea (kids & families entertainment)
- Diversions Pub (adults-only sports bar, with large TVs and live music)
- Mickey's Mates (Disney brand logo shops for postcards, souvenirs, DVDs, toys, clothes, games)
- Treasure Ketch (duty-free crystal, brand jewelry, watches, precious stones, Disney merchandise, underwear, sport, and swimming apparel)
- Radar Trap (duty-free brand jewelry, perfumes, liquor, and tobaccos)
- Promenade Lounge (104-seat family venue with full bar service, specialty coffees, and drinks; with the Internet Cafe)
- Buena Vista Theatre (268-seat 4D cinema, features 3D movies, Dolby Surround 7.1, and Dolby 3D movie technology)
- Fathoms / WaveBands Lounge Disco & Nightclub (family- in the day and adults-only in the nightclub)
- D Lounge (family day bar and nightclub, games, dancing, shows, karaoke; full bar service)
- Keys (adult-only piano bar, live piano and vocals music, full bar service/additional charge)
- Preludes Bar (quick wait-service snacks & beverages bar)
- Shutters PhotoShop (photo packages, accessories, photographic services); Art Gallery
- Vibe Disco & Club Lounge (teens only)
- Flounder's Reef Nursery (for 3 months to 3 yo infants and toddlers; reservations required)
- Wonder's Oceaneer Club (kids 3-12 yo; with four play areas with themes from Disney films); Wonder's Oceaneer Lab (play area for kids 3-12 yo)
- Vista Spa & Fitness Complex (with Treatment Salon, Thermal Bath, Sauna, Relaxation Room, Garden Area; Fitness Centre /health and wellbeing seminars; Beauty Salon)
- Vista Spa Villas (private suites with own hot tub, private verandah, Roman bed with canopy, open-air shower)
- Quiet Cove Pool (adults-only swimming pool, served by Cove Bar; with 2 Whirlpools)
- Cove Cafe (adult-only, with big TV screen; Wi-Fi spot)
- Signals Bar (adults-only bar for snacks and beverages, poolside)
- Scoops (ice cream parlor)
- Goofy's Family Pool; Mickey's Pool; AquaDunk Water Slide; AquaLab (kids interactive water play area)
- Quarter Masters (video games arcade)
- Edge Lounge (11-14 yo teens-only club area, with a giant video wall, interactive games, Internet)
- Outdoor LED movie-screen (24x14 feet)
- Wide World of Sports Court (basketball, volleyball, soccer); Shuffleboard, Walking/Jogging Track
- Radio Studio (live radio programs for Disney Wonder itinerary-related news and onboard events)
- Outlook Bar (retreat area with a piano and full bar; hosts weddings receptions).
Itineraries
Disney Wonder itinerary program is based on 7-day Alaskan voyages (departing from homeport Vancouver BC Canada ), Mexican Riviera roundtrips (out of San Diego CA ), Bahamas with Western-Eastern Caribbean roundtrips (from Galveston TX ). Port destinations also include DCL's private Bahamian island Castaway Cay .
Wonder is also the DCL ship that operates Panama Canal transition cruises (on repositioning) before and after its Alaskan deployment during summer.
In Spring 2020, for the first time from New Orleans , DCL scheduled a total of 5x roundtrips on the homeported there Disney Wonder.
- The 7-day Bahamian Cruise (Feb 7-14) visits Nassau , Castaway Cay Island , Key West FL .
- The 7-day Western Caribbean Cruise (Feb 14-21) visits Mexico (Cozumel) , Grand Cayman (George Town) , Jamaica (Falmouth) .
- The 6-day voyage (Feb 21-27) visits Cozumel and Grand Cayman.
- The 4-day voyages (Feb 27 - Mar 2, and March 2-6) visit Cozumel.
- Followed a 14-day Panama Canal repositioning to San Diego .
In September 2022 (at D23 Expo 2022 in Anaheim CA) DCL announced the company's inaugural season in Australia and New Zealand (Nov 2023 thru Feb 2024). Disney Wonder's 2-3-4-6-night itineraries in the region depart from 4 homeports - 3x in Australia ( Brisbane QLD , Melbourne VIC , Sydney NSW ) and 1x in New Zealand ( Auckland NZ ). Disney's maiden Australian voyage departed on October 28, 2023, out of Sydney.
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Disney Wonder Wiki
The Walt Disney ship Wonder is the company's second vessel, with sistership Disney Magic . They are each 40% smaller in size compared to the newer Disney ships ( Dream and Fantasy ). Wonder's first cruise was a Transatlantic crossing from Italy to Florida - leaving from the shipbuilding yard Marghera ( Venice ) to Port Canaveral (Orlando) with 2 stops - in the UK ( Southampton England ) and the Azores ( Ponta Delgada ). Liner's Godmother was Tinkerbell - a popular Disney character from the "Peter Pan" movie (1953).
The vessel (Fincantieri Marghera yard/hull number 5990) is powered by Wartsila-Sulzer marine diesel engines (model 16ZAV40S) with total power output 58,25 MW. The propulsion system is diesel-electric.
Wonder has Disney's signature sleek design, black hull, two matching red funnels and yellow Disney insignias. The indoor decoration is in both Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles. Wonder is among industry's best family-friendly passenger ships, with numerous entertainment and dining options and regularly scheduled programs targeting not only the kids but the whole family. Families can go together to the evening stage revues, game shows or themed workshops.
On August 15, 1999, the vessel started its Caribbean cruise service with 4-night itinerary from homeport Port Canaveral (Orlando) Florida to Bahamas. The ship originally operated on 3- and 4-night Bahamas cruises, but in 2011 was relocated through Panama Canal from the Caribbean Sea to the US Pacific Coast. There, it operated on 7-day Mexico Riviera cruises leaving from Californian homeports (mainly Los Angeles , but also out of San Diego and San Francisco ) to call ports Vallarta , Cabo and Baja Ensenada .
In 2012 (April through October), MS Disney Wonder became DCL fleet's first to visit Hawaii (ports Hilo, Kahului, Honolulu). In 2012 (May through September), this was again the first Disney ship with Alaskan cruise itineraries (leaving from homeport Seattle WA ) to Ketchikan , Skagway , Juneau , and Victoria BC (Canada) .
This Walt Disney ship has as namesakes the cruise liner Wonder of the Seas ( Royal Caribbean International ) and the cruiseferry Moby Wonder ( MOBY LINES ).
Disney Wonder refurbishments review
The list of deck plan changes after the 2016 drydock refurbishment in Cadiz Spain (September 9 through October 23) included:
- Upper decks were redesigned, adding AquaDunk (new waterslide), AquaLab (interactive water play area with the Twist n' Spout waterslide), Dory's Reef (splash zone for toddlers).
- Animator's Palette restaurant (ex-Studio C) with new HDTVs, lights, walls, speakers
- new Carioca's (Brazilian-themed restaurant replacing Parrot Cay)
- Tiana's Place is a new restaurant named after Princess Tiana from the Disney animation "The Princess and the Frog". The new eatery is Disney Wonder ship exclusive and features a stage for live jazz-swing-blues performances and street party style events. The themed decor includes Tiana's family photos and framed culinary awards on the walls, water lily-shaped candleholders. The menu is influenced by southern USA cuisine (Louisiana bayou).
- new Cabanas (replacing Topsider Buffet, hugely enlarged)
- new lounge (D Lounge) is dedicated to family games and themed entertainment.
- On deck 10, Palo Restaurant was renovated (new fixtures, glass artwork, stone floor, new Venetian decor).
- Mickey's Mainsail (new shop)
- (Deck 3) After Hours (adult district) receives Fathoms (new disco nightclub), Keys (piano bar, replacing Cadillac Bar) and O'Gills (new English pub). The new pub has an authentic tavern menu (incl selection of specialty and British beers, draft beer, cocktails), dark wood paneling, brass accents, plush leather furniture, artworks (incl scenes from Disney movies set in London).
- (Deck 4) Animator's Palate Restaurant (dining room) was updated with two dinner shows - "Drawn to Magic" and "Animation Magic".
- expanded Senses Spa and Salon (by 725 ft2 / 70 m2), now with Barbershop, "Chill Teen Spa" and "Smile Spa".
- "Small World Nursery", "Nephews"
- renovated and redesigned passenger rooms (elevated beds for more storage space)
- Lobby Atrium changes (2nd staircase removed, the Chihuly chandelier replaced with an Art Deco one)
Oceaneer Club and Oceaneer Lab changes - now with Marvel's Avengers Academy (Marvel Super Hero Academy/the first at sea), Andy's Room (Toy Story-themed, now has the Slinky Dog slide, Mr Potato Head, Hamm the piggy bank, regular Woody and Jessie character visits, scavenger hunts), Club Disney Junior (Disney Junior characters, games, storytelling, Doc McStuffins character visits), Frozen Adventures (play and activities, via digital screen Olaf leads games and singalongs, Anna and Elsa character visits). Also changed are the interiors of the rooms Pixie Hollow and Mickey Mouse Club. The upgraded programming offers more live interactions (Disney character visits).
Disney Wonder's next drydock was at Damen Shiprepair Brest France (conducted in October 2020). The project included mainly general/routine maintenance works and minor upgrades.
The ship's last drydock was in 2023 (September 17 through October 3) conducted at Seaspan Victoria Shipyards in Victoria BC Canada . The 2-week drydocking project was mainly for regular maintenance (technical overhaul and hotel upkeep).
Itineraries review
Follows the ship's concise service history (former itineraries):
- [1999-2011] sailed on 3- and 4-day Bahamas cruises from Port Canaveral (Orlando) Florida
- [2011] relocated to Los Angeles CA for round-trip departures to Mexican Riviera, Baja Ensenada , and the Hawaiian Islands. During summer, Disney Wonder operates on 7-day round-trip Alaskan cruises leaving from Vancouver BC (Canada) or Seattle WA .
- In 2016, the ship was home-ported in Galveston TX (November 14 through January 20) and in 2017 relocated back to Orlando. Galveston departures offered 8-day Western and Eastern Caribbean cruises to Key WestFL, Castaway Cay, Nassau, Mexico (Cozumel, Costa Maya), Jamaica (Falmouth), Grand Cayman.
On April 30, 2017, Disney Wonder became the world's first-ever cruise vessel that passed through Panama Canal's new locks.
Disney Wonder was on a 14-night repositioning voyage from Florida to California ( Port Canaveral to San Diego ). From San Diego, the ship operated several Baja Mexico itineraries before its summer Alaskan season with departures from Vancouver BC Canada .
Disney cruises in Australia 2023-2024 (inaugural season)
In September 2022 (at D23 Expo 2022 in Anaheim CA) DCL announced its inaugural season in Australia and New Zealand (Oct 2023 thru Feb 2024).
Disney Wonder's voyages (2- to 6-night itineraries) departed from 4 homeports - 3x in Australia ( Brisbane QLD , Melbourne VIC , Sydney NSW ) and 1x in New Zealand ( Auckland NZ ).
Disney's maiden Australian voyage departed on October 28 (2023) out of Sydney Harbour.
Most departures are from Sydney (12x), followed by Melbourne (10x). The homeporting in Brisbane and Auckland was scheduled for Nov-Dec 2023.
The program also included Transpacific crossings (RepositionCruises.com) from Alaska to Australia via Hawaii (Vancouver-Hilo-Nawiliwili-Kahului-Honolulu-American Samoa-Fiji-New Caledonia-Sydney) in 2023, and on the reverse route (Australia-Hawaii-Alaska) in 2024.
Call ports included Eden (NSW AU) , Hobart (Tasmania) , and Noumea (Grande Terre/New Caledonia) visited on the longest sailings. Cruises to Nowhere (portless roundtrips) were offered as 2-night voyages from the Australian homeports as well as 3-night roundtrips from Auckland.
Bookings for Disney's Australia and New Zealand voyages opened on Sept 26, 2022.
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Disney Wonder Cruise Ship
The Disney Wonder offers a wide variety of itineraries, mainly sailing to the Southern Caribbean, but will also head off to ports in Alaska, Hawaii, the Pacific Coast, and The Bahamas. In 2023, the Disney Wonder will be heading to Australia and New Zealand for the first time!
OVERVIEW / PLANNING TOOLS
While one of Disney Cruise Line’s smaller original ships — now considered classics — this vessel doesn’t need extra size to evoke its namesake. Stepping on board, guests feel wonder not from the passenger capacity, but from the grand scale that comes with expert Disney theming.
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Built with the Golden Age of Cruising in mind, the Wonder pays homage to such passenger vessels as the Titanic, the Lusitania, and the Queen Mary. An impressive atrium welcomes passengers aboard, built with its own sprinkle of Disney Magic; just like Main Street, U.S.A. and countless other Disney theme park areas, the atrium uses forced perspective to convey a feeling of grandeur worthy of an area twice its size.
This attention to detail continues throughout the ship, as design and décor evoke in guests the sensations of opulent adventures of a bygone era. To create this immersive feeling, the Wonder has been decorated in the Art Nouveau style: Intricate, sweeping designs flow in crisp lines to emulate the waters that the hull cuts through with each ocean voyage and the winds which playfully weave about passengers on the Wonder’s upper decks.
Disney Wonder Ship Details:
- Birthplace: Fincantieri – Marghera, Italy
- Maiden Voyage: August 15, 1999
- Passenger Capacity: 2,713 | Gross Tonnage: 84,000 tons
- Number of Staterooms: 875
- Length: 984 feet | Beam: 106 feet | Height: 171.5 feet
- Cruising Speed: 22.3 knots
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PHOTO GALLERIES
Take a look at our Disney Wonder photo galleries, including the dining locations, recreation areas, common areas, and adult areas!
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DISNEY WONDER STATEROOMS
These staterooms are designed especially for the needs of families. Staterooms onboard the Disney Wonder are well-appointed, comfortable, and awash in nautical elegance. Most of the staterooms boast split bathrooms, a feature that’s perfect for families and a cruise line industry first!
Popular features from the other ships are also available, like private verandahs, portholes with built-in seating, and elegant decor.
DISNEY WONDER RESTAURANTS
Restaurants on the Wonder include:
- Animator’s Palate (Main Dining)
- Triton’s (Main Dining)
- Tiana’s Place (Main Dining)
- Palo (Signature Dining, adults only)
- Cabanas (Quick Service/Table Service)
- Pete’s Boiler Bites (Quick Service)
- Daisy’s De-Lites (Quick Service)
- Pinocchio’s Pizzeria (Quick Service)
TIANA’S PLACE
Long before The Princess and the Frog , The Walt Disney Company has been inextricably linked to the fun and flavor of New Orleans. Out of all of Disney’s restaurants inspired by The Big Easy , Tiana’s Place may well be their finest attempt at capturing the romantic carefree attitude of the city.
Not only will diners be graced by the presence of the restaurant’s namesake as she mingles, but Tiana also introduces the stylings of her in-house band each night. While the musical accompaniment quickly turns this culinary experience into a high-energy party, things don’t get so out of control that cruisers can’t enjoy casual conversations with their vacation families. Unless, of course, a trumpet-playing alligator makes a special appearance, in which case Tiana’s guests may find themselves caught up in a surprise conga line.
TRITON’S
Diners will become immersed in the underwater world of The Little Mermaid inside this elegant restaurant named after King Triton, Ariel’s father. Enjoy classic American cooking for breakfast and lunch and continental cuisine with a French flair for dinner.
The atrium statue is Ariel and sits just outside the restaurant’s entrance. Guests will journey into a grand ballroom that is reminiscent of the opulent sea palace of King Triton festooned with a dazzling Art Deco theme. The entire space is brimming with ornate chandeliers, stained glass, sea-inspired architectural flourishes, and a sweeping mural of Ariel and her father. Triton’s serves up a regal atmosphere that guests of all ages are sure to admire.
ANIMATOR’S PALATE
Guests will be drawn into a spacious dining room that evokes a real-life, hand-drawn scene in black and white. Animator’s Palate boasts phenomenal architectural design, where proportions bend and slant suddenly and sketches showcasing Disney characters and scenes from Disney and Disney·Pixar films adorn the walls around the space.
Take in the progression of animation from pencil test to ink-and-paint with the Drawn to Magic show. You’ll follow a hero’s storytelling journey through Disney and Pixar animation, where wishing upon a star paves the way for happily-ever-after. In an emotional finale, the black-and-white interior of the restaurant is transformed with splashes of vibrant color. If you are wanting to enjoy dinner at Palo during your cruise, we recommend not doing it on your Animator’s Palate night!
With its 270-degree ocean view from high atop the ship, Palo has the loveliest view of all restaurants on the ship. Palo is for adults 18 and over only, and reservations are necessary and required. This restaurant features outstanding Northern Italian cuisine prepared to order.
Guests may only book ONE dinner at Palo in advance, however for guests that make an online reservation for a Palo Dinner for the very first night of their Disney cruise; they may also reserve a second Palo and/or Remy on one other night during their cruise.
We highly recommend the brunch at Palo. They are not serving a buffet as they have in the past, but they offer a prix fixe menu with many of the same items repeat cruisers know and love.
The view from Palo is spectacular due to the restaurant’s location on the ship, but please keep in mind that the view is only “viewable” before sunset; it’s dark out there in the middle of the ocean. Around the perimeter of Palo is a walkway, which at night is illuminated by bright lights. After sunset, the only things visible from Palo are those bright lights and a reflection of the interior of the restaurant. We would certainly not let this deter us from taking an available reservation at a later time, but we like to let guests know that an earlier reservation is often easier to get and offers the addition of the spectacular view and sunset.
DISNEY WONDER ENTERTAINMENT
Entertainment aboard the Disney Wonder is offered in unique settings, and all options are designed to fill your days at sea with memorable experiences. Guests can watch stage shows in the beautiful Walt Disney Theatre, first-run movies in the Buena Vista Theatre, and take part in character meet and greets across the ship.
Adults Only
Nightclubs & Lounges on the Disney Wonder bring the night to life with music, dancing and socializing. From swanky to sporty, low key to high energy, you’ll find a hangout you’ll love amid the ship’s “adults-only at night” entertainment district, After Hours.
The clubs in this location are Cadillac Lounge, Crown & Fin Pub, and Azure, and it’s important to note that alcoholic beverages are not included with your cruise; there will be a separate charge for those.
Cadillac Lounge
An intimate piano bar, Cadillac Lounge features a full bar and recalls the glorious heyday of the Rat Pack at their peak in Hollywood in the late 1950s. Decked out with luxurious dark wood walls, low-lit fiber-optic city street murals, and custom chrome and alabaster headlight fixtures on the ceiling, the nightclub provides a romantic atmosphere for adults and couples looking to park themselves amid a more relaxed and upscale setting. Overstuffed armchairs, large porthole windows, and a bucket-seat bar add to the cozy setting.
Crown & Fin Pub
When you step inside the Crown & Fin Pub, you’ll feel like you’re visiting a traditional village tavern that’s located right in the heart of England.
With dark woods, plush leather furniture, brass accents, and a red tin ceiling, the rustic ambiance of Crown & Fin Pub is warm and nostalgic, inviting visitors to pull up a chair, relax and gather for an evening of great conversation, hearty laughs and delicious libations. If you look closely, you’ll discover more than a few nods to classic Disney films set in and around the British Isles, including Mary Poppins , 101 Dalmatians , and Peter Pan , in addition to a sea of football posters on the walls.
Immersive ocean-themed décor ensures Azure overflows with the mystery of the deep nightly.
Azure celebrates the breathtaking beauty of the big blue and invites guests into a trendy nightclub that was designed to look like the ocean. The lounge has a bar, dance floor, and plenty of seating and features flowing, curvy walls reminiscent of the ever-changing current. Adding to the underwater tone, every table, chair, material, and pattern hints at the living things found under the sea—including coral, sea fans, and nautilus shells—while vibrant colors amid the venue glimmer and glow long into the night.
Adults can escape to the Cove Café for specialty drinks, coffee beverage offerings, or tea throughout the day amidst laid-back sophistication and a touch of tropical bliss. In the evenings, guests can unwind while socializing and enjoying cocktails, wine, or a light bite. Adult beverage tastings are also available at select times for an additional fee.
Senses Spa & Salon sports a contemporary design and offers a variety of services.
The Rejuvenation Spa offers an array of cosmetic body and facial treatments, and the Chill Spa caters specifically to teens ages 13 to 17.
For the Whole Family
The D Lounge is the ship’s main hangout for games, dance parties, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities.
The “it’s a small world” nursery, based on the theme park attraction, is the perfect place for your little ones to play while you enjoy a grownups’ night out.
The Oceaneer Club, one of the areas for children age 3-12, has 4 separate areas that are themed as a Andy’s Room (from Toy Story ), the MARVEL Super Hero Academy, Disney Junior, and Frozen Adventures.
Kids can swoop into the top-secret command post of S.H.I.E.L.D. and wield the weaponry of their favorite Avengers. They can also enjoy arts and crafts, play video games or summon their inner strength during surprise Super Hero visits.
Inspired by Disney’s Peter Pan , the main hub of The Oceaneer Lab leads to themed “lands” and features multiple flat-screen TVs, a dance floor, reading nook, lounge area with beanbags and stage for interactive games and special Disney Character appearances. Kids can also conduct experiments, develop culinary skills and engage in fascinating activities at the Oceaneer Lab’s workshop and science laboratory.
Edge is an interactive space that for tweens ages 11-14 and was designed to look like an old boiler room. High-tech gaming stations, a dance floor, TV, arts and crafts, karaoke, and scavenger hunts will keep them busy for hours. This space is complete with flat-screen TVs, multiple gaming systems, and a dance floor. Or enjoy music, arts and crafts, karaoke, scavenger hunts, selfie walls, themed nights of fun, and much more. At this activity center located on Deck 9, Midship, feel right at home and delight in things to do designed just for you.
DISNEY WONDER RECREATION
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
Kids ages 3-12 can visit Deck 10 for a Princess or Royal Knight makeover (Pirate makeovers will be available for all ages on Pirate Night).
Pools and Water Features:
Huey, Dewey, and Louie have come up with a whole slew of water contraptions whose sole purpose is to drench the entire family. At the AquaLab on Deck 9 of the Disney Wonder, Donald Duck’s crafty nephews have concocted a series of water-logged “experiments” – pop jets, geysers, and bubblers amid a 1,800-square-foot recreation space.
Interactive elements designed by the 3 ducklings include:
- Pouring paint cans, raining showerheads, pop jets, and geysers that spray little ones as they play
- Leaky pipes
- Rotating wheels and levers
- Donald’s Boiler, where pushing buttons may cause Donald to blow his top, drenching everyone
Twist ‘n’ Spout, the double-looping waterslide on the top deck, offers kids a little excitement while cooling down. Guests must be 38″ or taller to ride this attraction.
An entertaining, 400-square-foot splash deck dedicated to infants and toddlers 3 years of age and under, Dory’s Reef overflows with fountains, bubblers, pop jets, and a water curtain inspired by the East Australian Current—plus some memorable characters from the hit Disney movie Finding Dory .
Fitness centers aboard Disney ships are expansive, state-of-the-art exercise clubs that offer stunning ocean views. Each facility features everything you need to work out while at sea, including:
- Leading edge cardiovascular equipment, treadmills, and ellipticals
- Weight machines
- Classes and seminars offering aerobics, yoga, Pilates instruction, and more
- Personal training sessions (extra fee applies, pricing subject to change)
You also enjoy the use of the following amenities:
- Complimentary towels
- Men’s and women’s changing rooms
- Complimentary water
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Disney Wonder Cruise – A Complete Guide
Cruising with Disney is a dream for many. Once you make the decision that you are going to take the plunge and book a Disney Cruise it can take a whole lot of research to find the perfect ship for your vacation.
Disney Wonder is one of the smaller ships. She was second to join the fleet in 1999 and is, with her sister ship Disney Magic, known as one of the Disney Classic Ships.
She may be getting on a little in years, but you absolutely would not know it. DCL has a very rigorous commitment to keeping all the fleet ship shape and she has undergone many upgrades over the years.
Having spent many months and visited many different ports on Disney Wonder, in pretty much every category of stateroom, I wanted to share my experience of this very special cruise ship.
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First the details. Just so you can see the basic info about Disney Wonder.
Gross Tonnage : 83969 GT Ship Length : 984 feet Beam : 106 feet Draft : 25 feet Max Speed : 25 mph (22 knots) Launched : 1998 Capacity : 2,713 passengers Crew Members : 945 Total on Board : 3,658 Total Staterooms : 875 Registered : Bahamas Ship Cost : $450 Million
The most important choice you need to make is which Disney Wonder stateroom to book.
I have sailed in every type of stateroom on Disney Wonder, with the exception of the Walt or Roy Disney Suite (but I can still dream)!
There are essentially four main choices of staterooms. Usually these range from the least expensive to the most expensive:
Inside Staterooms
Outside staterooms.
- Verandah Staterooms
- Concierge Staterooms
There are 9 different categories of staterooms on the Disney Wonder.
These are Categories 11 to 4 for Staterooms and 3 Categories for Disney Wonder Concierge Staterooms and Suites.
The staterooms are also divided into subcategories according to which deck they are on and for some according to the view they have from the window or balcony.
Don’t worry, this isn’t quite as complicated as it sounds!
You will see a number and a letter which describes each different type of stateroom.
The letters go from A to E with A being the higher of the subcategories.
Higher decks are seen as more desirable so they will usually be in a higher-priced subcategory.
Here we give you an overview of the different types of staterooms available on Disney Wonder. If you want a much more detailed guide, including where the “secret staterooms” are go to:
Disney Wonder Staterooms – The Ultimate Guide
If you are looking for the best value staterooms on Disney Wonder then you need to look to see if an inside cabin is the right choice for you.
By inside, this means that the stateroom does not have a window.
There are 2 types of Inside Stateroom on Disney Wonder:
The difference between them is that the Standard has one bathroom, and the Deluxe has what is known as a split bathroom.
The split bathroom was a cruise industry first that has the shower, bath and sink in one room, and the toilet and sink in another.
The standard inside stateroom is 184 square feet. Each has a Queen size bed with a single convertible sofa bed.
The deluxe inside stateroom is 214 square feet, which is quite a big upgrade of space compared to the standard inside stateroom.
The standard inside staterooms are usually the least expensive on the ship. I have stayed in a standard inside stateroom and they are absolutely fine if you are sailing with just 2 people. They would be a bit of a stretch if you have 3 adults or a teenager.
Choose a Deluxe Standard cabin on Disney Wonder is you are looking for great value and a little more space as it has the split bathroom.
These staterooms are located on Decks 1, 2, 5 and 7.
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These are the same size and design as the Disney Wonder Inside Staterooms, but they have portholes. A lot of guests like these as they offer good value and a view of the outside.
They have a Queen and a single sleeper sofa. There is a split bathroom.
Navigator’s Verandah
This is a rather unusual design of stateroom, which is only seen on the Classic Ships, the Magic and the Wonder.
They have an enclosed private verandah, so you have more space and view. But this is an enclosed space, so not a “true” verandah.
All are located on decks 5, 6, and 7 and are Category 7 Staterooms.
There are another 4 staterooms (6134, 6634, 7120, 7620) which are category 7 and are described as Navigator’s verandah staterooms, but they do not have the enclosed verandah.
They have verandahs with obstructed views as they are located on Deck 6 aft and wrap around the hull.
They can be a good choice though if you are aware of this, and want to save some money instead of going to a Category 6 or 5 Verandah stateroom.
The Navigator’s Verandah staterooms are 268 square feet including the verandah.
They sleep up to 4 guests and have a Queen Bed with a single sofa bed. Some have a pull down bunk over the sofa.
Verandah Staterooms on Disney Wonder
The verandah staterooms are some of the most popular cabins on the ship. Imagine having your own private outside space to sit and just enjoy the view.
All balcony cabins have 268 square feet of space including the verandah.
All Deluxe Oceanview Staterooms with Verandahs have a Queen size bed and a single sleeper sofa. Some also sleep 4 as they have a pull down bunk above the sofa.
There are 114 Category 5 Staterooms and they are all of Deck 7.
Category 6 are on decks 5 and 6 and have slightly larger verandahs.
Which deck is best? Really none is any better than the other. I have stayed on all decks and prefer whichever one I can get the best price for!
One way to save some money is to book what is known as a white wall verandah. These are Category 5E.
Most of the verandahs on the ship have clear plexiglass. However, the white walls have solid white walls. This means that when you are sitting down on the balcony your view is restricted.
I have never had a problem with this – often it saves hundreds of dollars and personally I would rather take the savings and have the balcony whether or not I have to stand up sometimes to get a better view!
Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
Have 5 in your party? Or just want some extra space and don’t mind spending more money?
The Deluxe Family Oceanview Staterooms with Verandah are a rare thing in the cruise industry – a cabin sleeping 5 guests.
Each Family Oceanview balcony stateroom has a Queen bed and a convertible sofa with a pull-down bed over it.
There is also a pull-down Murphy bed at the end of the stateroom, across the balcony door.
You can see my complete review of the Disney Wonder Family Oceanview Stateroom if you click here .
There aren’t many of these staterooms on Disney Wonder. The ship was not built with many, and over the years some have been converted to Concierge Staterooms.
So if you want one of these it is best to book as early as you can, and be prepared to pay a premium. Often if you have a party of 5 it is more economical to book 2 staterooms.
Disney Wonder Concierge Staterooms
If this is in your budget then I highly recommend Concierge Staterooms.
There are many perks to sailing Concierge on Disney Wonder including access to the fabulous indoor lounge and outdoor sun deck.
These different types of staterooms are available in Concierge:
- Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah – exactly the same design as non concierge but with upgraded amenities and concierge perks.
- One bedroom suites
- Two bedroom suites
- Walt and Roy Disney Suites
RESTAURANTS ON DISNEY WONDER
A huge part of your Disney Wonder experience is the food.
And you certainly will have no chance to go hungry!
You may already have heard about the concept of Rotational Dining.
Disney does things a little differently with regard to dining.
Each ship has 3 main dining rooms – you will dine there at least once if you have a cruise of 3 days. If you are cruising for more than 3 days you will visit restaurant more than once.
However, the innovative part is that your wait staff moves around with you.
Therefore you always have the same Head Server, Server, and Assistant Server.
This means that your dining team get the chance to know you better so that they can serve you better.
Related: How To Request a Private Table
Many guests on Disney Cruises are surprised by how important this is to their dining experience. It is very common to request specific servers when you return as you get to “bond” with your serving team.
The tree rotational dining restaurants on Disney Wonder are:
Tiana’s Place
- Triton’s
Animator’s Palate
Tiana really does get her own restaurant here at Tiana’s Place on Disney Wonder.
This Princess and the Frog themed restaurant has a Mardi Gras party atmosphere and of course you get to try those famous Beignets!
Tiana performs with the Crawfish Crooners and makes sure that she makes all her guests welcome by visiting their table.
This is a high energy (and loud) restaurant. Take some time to look around the restaurant to see the wonderful details and remember to join in with all the celebrations!
Review of Tiana’s Place with Menu and Pictures
Triton’s Restaurant on Disney Wonder
The most elegant of the main dining restaurants, Triton’s is themed for Disney’s Little Mermaid Movie. And with all the ship restaurants make sure that you spend some time looking around the dining room to see all the details that the Imagineers included.
There is a huge mosaic at the back of the restaurant that you have to take a look at.
Triton’s is one of my favourite Disney Cruise ship restaurants. It may not have the show and entertainment, but it does have one of my very favourite menus. And also, not to be overlooked, the chairs are really comfortable!
Remember too that Triton’s serves breakfast and lunch if you want to have a sit down meal instead of heading to the buffet.
Review of Triton’s With Menu and Pictures
This is a classic Disney Cruise restaurant which is found on each of the first four ships.
It was very innovative when Disney Magic and Wonder were first launched, and it has most definitely stood the test of time.
The theme, of course, is animation. When you walk in you will see all the black and white drawings in the corridor at the restaurant entrance. Then in the main restaurant the walls are covered in classic Disney animation art.
As the meal progresses the lighting changes.
I am not going to spoil too much for you here as you really need to experience things for yourself, but safe to say this will be an entertaining dining experience.
If you want to know more:
Complete Guide to Disney Wonder Animators Palate
ADULT RESTAURANTS
If you want to experience some adult only time on Disney Wonder then make sure that you snag a booking for Palo.
Palo is an Italian themed adults only restaurant on Disney Wonder.
Brunch is served on Sea Days and Dinner is served every day.
You really should indulge in at least one Palo dining experience on your cruise.
Both Dinner and Bruch at Palo cost $50 per person.
There is also an a la carte menu in Palo for dinner .
At Palo Bruch, this includes a glass of sparkling wine or a Mimosa. An extensive wine list is available for both Palo Brunch and Palo Dinner .
If you get the chance you really should experience at least one meal at Palo.
I usually choose Brunch but that is only because I enjoy the rotational dining rooms so much that I don’t want to miss the dinner there.
BARS ON DISNEY WONDER
There are bars on Disney Wonder:
- Cadillac Lounge
- Crown and Finn
- French Quarter Lounge
Azure, Cadillac Lounge and Crown and Finn are all located on Deck 3 in an area called After Hours. They each have a different theme.
Disney Wonder Bars – The Complete Guide
Azure is the largest of them all and is used for a lot of the entertainment including bingo, some gameshows and the adult entertainment in the evening.
Cadillac Lounge is the piano lounge. It has limited opening hours, but is one of the best places to spend the evening listening to the entertainment.
Crown and Finn is themed as a British Pub. As a Brit I can say it does a pretty good job of this!
D Lounge is more of a family entertainment space. It does have a bar, but really this is not the main focus of the space. This is on Deck 4.
French Quarter Lounge is located on Deck 3, in the space between Tritons and Tiana’s Place. This bar is beautifully themed. It is also very much a space where families go most of the day. It is often used for trivia and craft activities in the daytime. There is live music at times in the evening.
Signals is the pool bar in the adult area of Deck 9 at the side of the pool. The indoor Cove Cafe also serves adult beverages as well as coffee and tea. Don’t miss the free pastries here as well!
Disney Cruise Drinks – The Complete Guide
Most of the bars welcome children. The Disney Cruise Ships are very much designed for families to spend time together. The exceptions to this are that children are never allowed in Cadillac Lounge, Cove Cafe or Signals. They are welcome in Azure and Crown and Finn up until 9 pm. Promenade Lounge and French Quarter are open to children at any time.
There is a lot to do on a Disney Cruise. You really can be as active as you want. Or you can sit at the pool all day and read a book. The choice is yours!
One of the main attractions is the pool deck. You are probably going to spend a lot of your time here!
Disney Wonder Pools
There are three pools on Disney Wonder that are all located on Deck 9:
Goofy’s Pool
Quiet cove pool.
This is the family pool on Disney Wonder. This is the main deck area with plenty of lounge chairs.
Goofy’s Pool is the centre of activity for families and it can get rather crowded.
There are 2 whirlpools in this area too.
This is the place where you will find all the deck parties including the location for the Pirate’s Night Celebrations.
There is a huge screen, known as Funnel Vision. This is a great place to watch Disney movies as you soak up the sun around the pool.
This is for the younger set and features 1,800-square-foot of recreation space.
There is a water play area inspired by Donald Duck’s nephews, Huey, Dewey and Louie for guests aged 3 and under.
There is a small, shallow pool which is suitable for younger kids. This are also has the Twist ‘n’ Spout slide.
Disney Wonder Slide
These areas of Deck 9 are also where you will find the quick service eating areas on Disney Wonder.
- Pete’s Boiler Bites
- Eye Scream Treats – yes that is all included ice cream as well as some pay options.
- Pinnochio’s Pizzeria
If you want some adult quiet time and are aged 18 and over then the Quite Cove Pool is the place for you,
Featuring a pool with 2 hot tubs, sun loungers and table seating this is a place where you can relax.
You can enjoy a beverage from the outdoor Signals Bar or enjoy some time in the indoor Cove Cafe.
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Sports and Fitness
If you want to keep up with your fitness program on Disney Wonder there are plenty of ways you can do that on Disney Wonder.
Take a stroll, or a run around the promenade deck on Deck 4 of Disney Wonder.
This is a true traditional promenade deck that you can walk all the way around. A complete circuit is 1/3 mile. This is an often forgotten area of the ship but is a wonderful place to take in the scenery, exercise, sit on a steamer chair lounger, or play shuffleboard.
There is a well equipped gym on Disney Wonder . This is a very good space with up to date equipment.
Head on up to the Sports Deck which you will find on Deck 10. There is a basketball court, foosball and table tennis tables.
You can also walk right around the deck, or relax on one of the many sun loungers here.
The Spa on Disney Wonder
All of the Disney Ships have a full service spa.
Senses Spa and Salon on Disney Wonder offers a whole range of spa treatments including massages, facials, hair styling, and cosmetic treatments.
Spa Price List
The Rainforest Room is part of the spa area.
The Disney Cruise Rainforest is a limited-access area where you will find steam rooms, showers, and stone lounge chairs.
Complete Guide to the Rainforest on Disney Wonder
If you are interested in purchasing a pass for the Rainforest, head to the spa as soon as you board and ask about availability. Length of cruise passes are available, and sometimes day passes are available. I used to publish prices here, but they tend to change quite a bit, so it is difficult to be consistent. Just ask at the desk about prices.
ENTERNTAINMENT
You have probably heard that the shows on Disney Cruise Ships are “Broadway Quality”.
They really are.
One of the highlights on a Disney Cruise is the stage shows in the Walt Disney Theatre.
The live stage shows on Disney Wonder are:
- All Aboard: Let the Magic Begin
- Disney Dreams: An Enchanted Classic
- Frozen, A Musical Spectacular
- Golden Mickeys
- Remember the Magic, A Final Farewell
Schedules to vary according to the itinerary you are sailing on, but usually you will get see at least one of the “big” shows which are Frozen, Golden Mickeys and Disney Dreams.
There are two shows each day, which fit around the two different rotational dining times so that everyone has a chance to see the show.
On some itineraries there are other performers such as magicians, hypnotists and jugglers. These acts are always very high quality and are usually well worth seeing.
Sometimes, on longer sailings, there is a movie which is shown in the Walt Disney Theatre in addition to the movies which are shown all day in the Buena Vista Movie Theatre all day.
You will definitely never be short of entertainment on your Disney Cruise. You can do as much or as little as you want to, but there are plenty of activities throughout the day to keep you busy if you want to join in.
- Cooking Demonstrations
- Craft Activities
- Expert Talks
- Character Greetings
One very popular activity for the adults is the Beverage Tastings.
These reservation only activities are scheduled every day, and are available to book prior to your cruise, as well as on board.
Complete Guide to Beverage Tastings
PIRATE NIGHT
Pirate Night is a themed deck party, menu and fireworks party on select sailings.
Many, but not all of the cruises on Disney Wonder include Pirate Night.
The Alaskan cruises do not include Pirate Night. They have Frozen Night instead.
Only select Australian and New Zealand cruises include the full Pirate Night, but some include fireworks but not the full show. Always check with Disney Cruise Line directly to see if this is included on your cruise as each itinerary varies.
Here is a Complete Guide to Pirate Night.
A lot of people dress up for Pirate Night and join in with the theme!
Disney Pirate Night Best Outfits
KIDS CLUBS ON DISNEY WONDER
As you would expect, the kids clubs on the ship are an excellent facility for all ages from 6 months to age 17.
There are different spaces on all of the Disney Cruise Ships for children of all ages.
There are 5 different Kids Clubs on each Disney Ship:
- It’s A Small World Nursery 6 months to 3 years – this is the only one with a fee
- Oceaneer Club ages 3 to 12
- Oceaneer Lab ages 3 to 12
- Edge ages 11 to 14
- Vibe ages 14 to 17
The Oceaneer Lab and Oceanner Club are separate spaces but children can go from one to the other via a safe corridor.
Take advantage of the Open Houses which happen every day so that you can see just how much fun the clubs are and participate in some activities with your child.
Related: Disney Cruise Kids Clubs – All You Need to Know
Disney Wonder is a relatively small ship, but there are some stores on board that have some great items to purchase:
These are the Disney Wonder stores:
- Mickey’s Mainsail
- Sea Treasures
- Diamonds and Wishes
- Vista Gallery
The first 3 on this list are in the same area, just before the entrances to Walt Disney Theatre on Deck 4. There is one store area on either side of the corridor here.
Mickey’s Mainsail is probably my favourite store as this is where you will find most of the unique Disney Cruise Line themed merchandise. If you see something on the first day then get it, as stocks often run low.
White Caps is the place to pick up your favourite Dooney and Bourke or Loungefly bags, as well as other Disney themed merch.
There is a small selection of sundry items if you forget such things as toothpaste or basic supplies. Always try and remember to bring your own, because the prices are pretty high here!
Diamonds and Wishes is a relatively new feature on Disney Wonder, having been created in the space where Shutters used to be on Deck 4, during the dry dock prior to her first sailings to Australia.
This is the place to go if you want to see watches, jewellery and Pandora Charms. If you are a Pandora collector, each ship has its own special charm. Make sure you get to the store early as these tend to sell out quickly.
Remember to check out the Vista Gallery. It is a little bit of a stretch to call this area a gallery but this is where the Disney art is displayed. This is on the wall outside D Lounge as you are walking towards Diamonds and Wishes (formerly Shutters) on Deck 4.
Shutters used to take up a large space on Disney Wonder, but now that things are so easy to see on your phone, most of this space is taken up with the new Diamonds and Wishes. There is still a Shutters stand so that you can talk to the staff about any questions you have about the Disney Cruise Photo Packages.
ITINERARIES
Disney Wonder has some of the most varied of all of the Disney Cruise Ship itineraries.
In 2024 she is sailing Australian, New Zealand, Transpacific, Pacific Coast, Alaskan, Mexican Riviera, and Baja Cruises.
We know that she is returning to Australia and New Zealand in late 2024 and will continue to sail there until she sails repositioning cruises from Sydney to Hawaii and then Hawaii to Sydney in early 2025.
Complete List of All Disney Wonder Sailings 2024
MORE GUIDES
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Disney Wonder
The Disney Wonder was the second ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet which set sail a year after her sister ship, Disney Magic . The bow features Steamboat Willie at the helm leading the way and Donald doing his best to finish up the paint job on the aft name plate while under duress from his nephew Huey who found a pair of scissors. The interior design is art nouveau with a more natural whimsical feel. Between September and November 2016, the Disney Wonder underwent a transformation in Cadiz, Spain that saw many spaces re-imagined.
Ship Stats (November 2016 – Present)
- Ship’s Registry: Bahamas
- Gross Tonnage: 84,000 tons | Length: 984 feet | Beam: 106 feet | Draft: 25.3 feet | Height: 171.5 feet
- Speed – Cruising: 21.5 knots • Max: 24 knots
- IMO Number : 9126819
- MMSI Number : 308457000
- Call Sign : C6VV3
- Capacity – Passenger: 2,713 • Crew: 950
- Passenger Decks – 11
- Staterooms – Inside: 258 | Outside – Verandah: 362 Ocean View: 257 | Total: 877
- Disney Wonder Engineering Technical Information
Ship Stats (1999 – 2016)
- Gross Tonnage: 83,000 tons | Length: 964 feet | Beam: 106 feet | Draft: 25.3 feet | Height: 171.5 feet
- Staterooms – Inside: 256 | Outside – Verandah: 362 Ocean View: 259
- Lobby Statue: Ariel
- Godmother: Tinker Bell
- Keel Laid: May 15, 1997
- Delivery Date: June 17, 1999
- Departed Venice: July 14, 1998
- Arrived at Port Canaveral: August 2, 1998
- Maiden Voyage: August 15, 1999 – 4-night Bahamian Cruise
- Christened: October 1, 1999 – Watch Video
- Ship Builder: Fincantieri (Marghera, Italy)
- Hull Number: 5990 – Data Sheet
- Disney Wonder Fact Sheet (circa 2001)
- Sister Ship: Disney Magic
Cruise Planning
- Disability Guidebook Disney Wonder (January 2014)
- Disability Access Information Handout
Dry Dock History
- 2004 – Norfolk, Virginia (14-Nights)
- 2006 – Norfolk, Virginia (14-Nights)
- 2009 – Freeport, Bahamas (21-Nights)
- 2011 – Vancouver, Canada (14-Nights)
- 2014 – Freeport, Bahamas (10-Nights)
- 2016 – Cadiz, Spain (62-Nights)
- 2019 – Victoria, Canada (14-Nights)
- 2020 – Brest, France (16-Nights)
- 2023 – Vancouver, Canada (14-Nights)
Itineraries
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The 9 best Alaska cruises for every type of traveler in 2024
E ven with a season that only runs from April through October, Alaska draws roughly 40 big cruise ships and dozens of smaller cruise vessels each year, making it one of the most popular cruise destinations in the world after the Caribbean and Europe. The best Alaska cruises range from off-the-beaten-path voyages on vessels carrying fewer than 100 passengers to weeklong jaunts through the Inside Passage aboard megaships that hold thousands.
It can be hard to figure out which cruise ship will deliver your idea of a "bucket list" experience in The Last Frontier. A lot comes down to your travel style, preferences and budget.
Some travelers demand luxury Alaska cruises , while others don't mind going less fancy if it means close encounters with bears and other creatures in the wilderness. Some look for romance, while others want to introduce the kids or grandkids to glaciers and eagles, gold panning and sled dogs.
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The good news is there's a ship in Alaska for you no matter your taste or style. Here's a beginner's guide to the best Alaska cruises to help you narrow down your choices.
Best for megaresort fans: Ovation of the Seas
Royal Caribbean is known for its floating megaresorts, which carry thousands and are big on amenities, glitz and a certain amount of glamor — think flashy casinos, high-tech shows and lavish spas. Dining and drinking venues number in the dozens, while amusement park features thrill the kids and adrenaline-seekers.
The line always stations one or two Quantum-class ships in Alaska for the season. On the 4,180-passenger Ovation of the Seas, you can order a drink from a robotic bartender, try simulated skydiving or surfing experiences, and take a ride in a glass capsule that travels high above your ship on a mechanical arm — a weird and wonderful way to see the Alaska scenery. Adults can linger in the glass-walled Solarium, relaxing in the indoor pools and whirlpools, while their kids zoom around the SeaPlex in bumper cars.
Ovation of the Seas sails round-trip from Seattle on seven-night cruises, but the exact itinerary varies by week. The ship cruises Endicott Arm for scenic views of Dawes Glacier and typically visits three Alaska ports and Victoria.
Related: A beginners guide to picking a cruise line
Best for land and sea adventures: Koningsdam
Holland America Line has offered Alaska cruises for 75 years and is clearly a market leader. The line tops the list in terms of cruises, as well as cruise tours, which combine time sailing with overnight stays on land. The company operates its own lodges, rail cars and motorcoaches for exploration of Alaska's interior and beyond.
Related: The coolest things to do on an Alaska cruise
The line will send six ships to Alaska in 2024, with tour offerings to Denali, Fairbanks and Anchorage. However, it's the 2,650-passenger Koningsdam that offers some of the most interesting cruise tour itineraries out there.
The ship offers nine- to 14-night cruise tours that head into the Canadian Yukon, following the route of the Klondike Gold Rush from Alaska to northwestern Canada. You'll sail from Vancouver to Skagway, with a stop in Glacier Bay National Park then travel to Whitehorse and Dawson City in the Yukon before continuing on to Fairbanks (the gateway to Arctic Alaska), Denali National Park (home to North America's largest peak) and Anchorage.
On board, enjoy live music at Billboard Onboard and B.B. King's Blues Club, play a game of pickleball on the outer deck or enjoy fine dining at numerous restaurants serving sushi and Asian cuisine, steak, seafood, Italian fare and Dutch treats.
Best for families: Disney Wonder
If you're traveling with young kids in Alaska and want an activity- and entertainment-packed experience, make a beeline for Disney Cruise Line and its Alaska-based Disney Wonder. The ship has an extensive children's program, high-quality entertainment, and such activities as water slides and play areas.
Cabins are designed with families in mind and include split bathrooms (one with a toilet and sink, the other with a shower/tub combo and sink), as well as sofabeds and bunks to sleep four in a cabin. Disney-themed restaurants and attentive wait staff take the stress out of family mealtimes.
Bonus: Everyone's favorite Disney characters will be on board for shows and meet-and-greets. Goofy might even make an appearance as you admire soaring eagles, blue icebergs and glaciers.
Related: 5 best cruise lines for families
Best value Alaska cruise: Radiance of the Seas
When cruise lines send a fleet of ships to Alaska for the summer, the older, smaller ships tend to offer more reduced prices than you'll find on the lines' larger and newer ships.
Royal Caribbean's 20-year-old ship Radiance of the Seas mainly sails weeklong, one-way cruises between Vancouver and Seward, Alaska, with prices below $100 per person, per night, for inside and outside cabins on many departures.
However, its late-season September 2024 sailing from Seward to Vancouver is the cheapest Royal Caribbean Alaska cruise of the season. At the time of this guide's posting, it started at just $456 per person for an inside cabin. (Generally, you'll find better deals from April to early June and in September than you will in the height of summer.)
Related: Best time to cruise Alaska
The ship might not have all the crazy attractions of its Alaska counterpart Ovation of the Seas, but it still offers kids clubs, outdoor movies, indoor adults-only solarium, rock-climbing wall, themed parties and multiple dining venues — making it a great value for the price.
If you're looking for other surefire ways to save, inside and ocean-view cabins are often much cheaper than balcony cabins on Alaska cruises. Those private verandas are highly desirable, with everyone seeking views of the wilderness, snow-capped peaks and glaciers. As those reserves get low, the prices tend to get higher.
Bargain seekers should either book early for these accommodations or choose inside, outside or guarantee cabins (where you don't pick your room location) to save more.
Best for Alaskan adventure: Wilderness Legacy
If adventure is what you crave on an Alaska cruise, you should seek out the small ships of UnCruise Adventures. All of the line's itineraries boast an active component, but its "Wild, Woolly and Wow" itinerary claims to be "the most active back country itinerary" of UnCruise's 2024 Alaska cruises.
A day aboard the 86-passenger Wilderness Legacy might start out with a hike to a glacial lake followed by an early-evening kayak adventure in Thomas Bay. Or, you might enjoy a bit of scenic cruising by LeConte Glacier (where the big ships don't go) then continue the fun with hiking and biking the trails of Ideal Cove. Guided skiff tours will take guests in search of Alaskan wildlife in remote bays and secret coves.
Big ships can only offer deckside viewing of the marvels of Glacier Bay, but UnCruise Adventures sends its ships to the rarely visited outback. In Fern Harbor, Dundas Bay or No Name Cove, passengers can get up close to the natural wonders with birding expeditions, paddleboarding, beach walks, and more hiking and kayaking.
The seven-night itinerary sails round trip from Juneau.
Best for multigenerational groups: Discovery Princess
Alaska has become a hot spot for multigenerational family travel, with grandparents taking their kids and grandkids of all ages on a memory-making holiday. Princess Cruises is a line that offers something for everyone, and its Alaska-based Discovery Princess is our top choice for family reunion groups.
The two-year-old Discovery Princess sails round trip to Alaska from Seattle, a convenient U.S. home port for families to fly or drive to. Its "North to Alaska" program will delight kids with sled dog puppies in the ship's Piazza, and lure their parents and grandparents with local seafood on restaurant menus and onboard cultural programming with Alaska residents.
While the kids enjoy Discovery Princess' spacious children's and teens' clubs, the adults might linger over a craft cocktail or enjoy a massage in the onboard spa. The family can come together for meals in a variety of casual and fine dining restaurants, and enjoy original production shows as the ship sails between ports.
Best for luxury lovers: Seabourn Odyssey
If you envision sipping Champagne as you watch a glacier thunderously calve into the sea, consider booking an all-inclusive luxury cruise on a Seabourn ship.
The 450-passenger Seabourn Odyssey throws a dash of adventure into its luxurious surroundings. In addition to offering passengers complimentary Champagne and caviar and housing them in spacious suites, the ship boasts an onboard expedition team and does a posh version of expedition cruising in Alaska, using inflatable Zodiac craft and kayaks.
Seabourn calls its program Ventures by Seabourn. Experts onboard these sailings include naturalists, biologists and other scientists who are members of the expedition team. They lead the outdoor activities and provide passengers with a deeper insight into Alaska. Once guests finish communing with nature, they can indulge in gourmet cuisine in multiple restaurants, enjoy a complimentary cocktail or relax in an upscale spa.
Seabourn Odyssey sails both one-way itineraries between Vancouver and Juneau and round-trip itineraries from Vancouver. It visits popular Alaska ports like Ketchikan and Sitka, as well as less-touristed destinations like Wrangell, Prince Rupert (a port city in Canada) and Rudyerd Bay. Note that the ship is departing the cruise line after its Alaska season, so this is your last chance to sail on the elegant cruise ship.
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Best for off-the-beaten-path travel: National Geographic Quest
If you're looking to get away from the mega-cruise-ship crowds, the best Alaska cruise for you might be with Lindblad Expeditions. The 100-passenger National Geographic Quest (and its twin, National Geographic Venture) frequents off-the-beaten-path destinations in Alaska on weeklong itineraries between Juneau and Sitka.
Guests can explore the small fishing town of Petersburg or search for orca and humpback whales in Frederick Sound. Lindblad has special permits to bring passengers into the wilderness of Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve and the Tongass National Forest, beyond what the big ships can offer. A hike on Chichagof Island is the perfect opportunity to spot bald eagles in the wild.
One day is even dedicated to serendipitous exploration. The ship's captain has the flexibility to seek out the best remote islands and bays for beachcombing, tide pooling, hiking and kayaking adventures.
As long as you don't mind a mellower environment where lectures and impromptu guitar singalongs replace casinos and show productions, you'll be right at home as you deeply experience coastal Alaska.
Best for solo travelers: Norwegian Bliss
Solo travelers don't always have to pay double to cruise Alaska on their own. Several ships feature cabins designed and priced for one. Several Norwegian Cruise Line ships feature cozy studio cabins designed and priced for one person, and the 4,004-passenger Norwegian Bliss offers 82 solo rooms on its round-trip Seattle cruises to Alaska.
These solo cabins get our vote because they're located in a complex where a private lounge encourages mingling. Lone travelers can also meet their shipmates while waiting to hop into a race care on the ship's go-kart track, at a showing of "Jersey Boys" or over a muddled drink at the Sugarcane Mojito Bar.
The ship sails seven-night cruises from Seattle, visiting Dawes Glacier, Sitka and Icy Strait Point, as well as Juneau, Ketchikan and Victoria, British Columbia.
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Nightmare Aboard Disney Cruise? Nerve-Racking Video Goes Viral
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A guest recently exposed an alleged nightmare aboard one of Disney Cruise Line’s ships in a viral video. Fact or fiction?
A trip aboard the Disney Cruise Line fleet is the ultimate way to elevate any Disney vacation for all Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort fans.
With themed dining locations inspired by Disney and Pixar movies, Marvel, and Star Wars; Broadway-style live musicals; unique themed events like Marvel Day at Sea, Pixar Day at Sea, or the festive Halloween on the High Seas and Very Merrytime; it’s easy to see why thousands of Disney fans set sail with Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and their friends aboard the Disney Wish , the Disney Dream , the Disney Fantasy , the Disney Magic, and the Disney Wonder.
Unfortunately, a guest recently lived an alleged nightmare aboard one of the fleet’s ships.
TikTok user @roberttolppi recently posted a video exposing an alleged malfunction aboard the Disney Wish in which the ship’s horn played the iconic tune of Disney’s 1940 hit movie Pinocchio, “When You Wish Upon a Star,” continuously, causing extreme distress to the guest.
In the video, an announcement apologized for the inconvenience and informed that the ship’s maintenance crew was working to resolve the issue, but it would take nearly an hour. The guest then tried to cover the loud horn with noise-canceling headphones, saying they were not blocking it.
“I just want to sleep,” said the guest, adding, “I think they called the Disney Wish because they bought it on wish.com .” A second announcement noted that the ship would dock shortly at “a nearby port for electrical maintenance” and that the following day’s itinerary would be canceled while engineers assessed the malfunction.
You can see the video below or click here to watch it.
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@roberttolppi When you wish upon a star 📢‼️‼️ #cruiseship #cruise ♬ original sound – Robert Tolppi
The distressing video has racked up over 8 million views and 1.3 million likes, shocking over 12 thousand viewers who have voiced their opinions in the comments. However, the viral video is a hoax by the skilled editor Robert Tolppi, who has gone viral on multiple occasions, convincing millions that a guest had broken into Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland Park and that a theme park was operating an extremely dangerous (and impossible) roller coaster.
While all Disney Cruise Line ships play signature tunes from beloved Disney movies, no boat has ever reported a malfunction similar to the one portrayed in Robert’s video. This confirms that, while entertaining, the video is a montage, and the alleged malfunction is fake.
Unfortunately, this is not the first time social media has stirred debate and confusion among Disney Cruise Line enthusiasts. A recently resurfaced video of the Disney Dream crashing into a dock in Nassau, Bahamas, revived the conversation surrounding the incident, which occurred in 2017. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the years-old accident.
You can click here to read more about the incident and watch the video.
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The Disney Cruise Line has sailed worldwide, taking thousands of voyagers on the most magical trips since its first sailing in July 1998. With new destinations , beloved characters, magical amenities, and a spectacular celebration at sea for the Disney Cruise Line’s 25th anniversary , setting sail aboard the Disney Wish , the Disney Dream , the Disney Fantasy , the Disney Magic, the Disney Wonder, and soon, the Disney Treasure — the sixth ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet which is currently under construction — is at the top of our bucket list.
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Please note that the story outlined in this article is based on a personal Disney Cruise Line guest experience. No two guest experiences are alike, and this article does not necessarily align with Inside the Magic’s personal views on Disney Cruise Line operations.
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4-Night Pacific Coast Cruise from Vancouver ending in San Diego
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Broadway-Quality Shows
Pools, Waterslides & Recreation
Spacious Staterooms
Upscale, Casual & 24-Hour In-Room Dining
Adult-Exclusive Activities
Clubs for Kids, Tweens & Teens
Cruise Itinerary
- Cross the picturesque Capilano Suspension Bridge
- Shop along Water Street in the historic Gastown neighborhood
- Catch a play or music show at the Orpheum Theatre
- Watch a Broadway-quality musical and splash it up in a freshwater pool
- Savor upscale restaurants, buffets, poolside snacks and room-service
- Find one-of-a-kind fun in unique clubs designed for kids, teens, tweens and adults
- Visit Disneyland Resort, home to Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park
- Enjoy up-close, exotic animal encounters at San Diego Zoo
- Explore the USS Midway Museum, where the famed aircraft carrier resides
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