Disney Cruise Planning Guide

Find the Disney Cruise that fits your family.

Start with the right ship, sailing and plan—then enjoy the kind of vacation your family will talk about long after you return home.

Disney Fantasy docked at Castaway Cay as guests walk back to the ship

✦ Ship and itinerary guidance    ✦ Puerto Rico and U.S. departure options    ✦ Planning help from an authorized travel advisor

Start here

Disney Cruise planning, made less overwhelming.

Whether this is your first Disney cruise or your next one, these guides help you compare ships, understand what is included, prepare for your sailing, and make confident choices before you book.

Choose your next step

Plan your cruise your way

Use the guide that matches where you are in the planning process.

01

Choose your ship

Compare the Disney Cruise Line fleet and find the onboard experience that fits your family.

Explore the fleet
02

Plan your perfect sailing

Compare Disney Cruise itineraries, departure ports, sailing dates, and the best options for your family.

Explore Disney Cruise sailings
03

Get ready to sail

From packing to port days, get practical tips that help your vacation feel effortless.

Get cruise-ready
Disney Fantasy cruise ship docked at Tortola port in the British Virgin Islands
Meet the fleet

Which Disney Cruise ship is right for you?

Every Disney ship has its own personality. Compare the Wish, Treasure, Destiny, Dream, Fantasy, Magic, Wonder and Adventure before you choose.

Explore all Disney Cruise Line ships

Sailing from home

Disney cruises from Puerto Rico

Helpful resources for families beginning their Disney cruise journey in San Juan.

Disney cruises from Puerto Rico

An evergreen guide to planning a Disney cruise from San Juan, including sailing options and the best way to prepare.

Read the Puerto Rico planning guide

Current San Juan sailings

Find updates, featured itineraries and timely Disney Cruise Line sailing information from Puerto Rico.

See San Juan cruise options

Before you sail

Pack smart. Enjoy more.

Simple, firsthand guides for the details that make embarkation and port days smoother.

Disney cruise packing list

Know what is worth packing, what you can leave home, and the small items that make a big difference on board.

Read our cruise packing guide

Dominica port-day guide

Considering a Mero Beach stop? Get a practical look at what to expect ashore and how to use your time well.

Explore Dominica
Ready when you are

Let’s find your family’s best Disney cruise.

Tell us what you have in mind—even if you are not sure which ship, itinerary or stateroom is right. We’ll help you narrow it down.