Disney Cruise Line Extending 25% Off Cruise Credit For Modified Cruises Through July 26th

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As the world continues to face the ongoing health crisis, Disney Cruise Line recently announced that that they had extended their suspension of departures through July 28. Previously, departures had only been suspended through June 17. Now, guests are being offered an additional 25% cruise credit on their modified cruises.

In fall 2019, the Disney Magic sails to Bermuda, Bahamas and Canada from New York, followed by Bahamian and Caribbean voyages from Miami. Aboard the Disney Magic, guests can experience new spaces and experiences, including dining at Rapunzel’s Royal Table. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

Disney Cruise Line is reaching out to guests who were originally booked on a departure through July 28, 2020, and who moved or cancelled their sail date due to concerns about COVID-19. Since then, with the wellbeing of our Guests and team members as our top priority and in line with direction from health experts and government officials, we have cancelled these sailings.

For guests who modified their reservation and were on a Disney Magic sailing between July 3-26, Disney Cruise Line would now like to offer guests an additional future cruise credit equal to 25% of the original voyage fare to use toward the reservation they modified. Once the modified reservation is paid in full, any remaining future cruise credit will be applied to their shipboard account as a non-refundable onboard credit. If your circumstances have changed and you would now like to cancel your reservation, you may do so for a full refund of the original voyage fare paid. To take advantage of this offer, please contact a member of the Disney Cruise Line reservation team at 1-866-325-2112 or 407-566-3510. Guests requesting a refund should know that any refunds will be processed in the normal course of business, but may be delayed due to the high volume.

For guests who cancelled their reservation and were on a Disney Wonder sailing between July 1-28, a Disney Dream/Disney Fantasy sailing between June 19-28, or a Disney Magic sailing between July 3-26, Disney Cruise Line is automatically refunding any cancellation fees that may have been charged. This refund will be processed back to the original form of payment, but may be delayed due to the high volume.

The future cruise credit is equal to 25% of the original voyage fare and is only valid for sailings departing within 15 months of their original sailing. Your original reservation must be paid in full to be eligible for the future cruise credit. The future cruise credit is applied per person and is non-transferable, non-refundable and has no cash value. Standard prevailing rates apply and Guests are responsible for any balance due after the future cruise credit has been applied. If you end up not being able to use the future cruise credit, you will be eligible for a refund up to the amount of their original voyage fare. Standard cancellation policies and terms and conditions apply to future sailings. Guests who previously received a future cruise credit are not eligible for an additional future cruise credit.

Below is a list of impacted sailings:

Disney Dream

  • 6/21 – 5-Night Bahamas
  • 6/26 – 5-Night Bahamas
  • 7/1 – 4-Night Bahamas
  • 7/5 – 5-Night Bahamas
  • 7/10 – 3-Night Bahamas
  • 7/13 – 4-Night Bahamas
  • 7/17 – 3-Night Bahamas
  • 7/20 – 4-Night Bahamas
  • 7/24 – 3-Night Bahamas
  • 7/27 – 4-Night Bahamas

Disney Fantasy 

  • 6/20 – 7-Night Western Caribbean
  • 6/27 – 9-Night Southern Caribbean
  • 7/6 – 5-Night Western Caribbean
  • 7/11 – 7-Night Eastern Caribbean
  • 7/18 – 7-Night Western Caribbean
  • 7/25 – 7-Night Eastern Caribbean

Disney Magic

  • 7/13 – 5-Night Mediterranean
  • 7/18 – 7-Night Western Europe
  • 7/25 – 11-Night Northern Europe

Disney Wonder

  • 7/6 – 7-Night Alaska
  • 7/13 – 7-Night Alaska
  • 7/20 – 7-Night Alaska
  • 7/27 – 7-Night Alaska

Disney Cruise Line Suspends New Departures Through July 27th

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Disney Cruise Line updated their website today with the news that they are suspending all new departures through Monday, July 27, 2020. While this may not come as a shock to many during this COVID-19 pandemic, it is still heartbreaking for those that had plans to cruise during this time. The Disney Cruise Line’s update includes the following:

In fall 2019, the Disney Magic sails to Bermuda, Bahamas and Canada from New York, followed by Bahamian and Caribbean voyages from Miami. Aboard the Disney Magic, guests can experience new spaces and experiences, including dining at Rapunzel’s Royal Table. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

Disney Cruise Line Coronavirus (COVID-19) Travel Alert

With the well-being of our Guests, Crew Members and Cast Members our top priority, and in line with direction from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Disney Cruise Line has suspended all-new departures through Monday, July 27, 2020.

Guests currently booked on affected sailings will be offered the choice of a cruise credit to be used for a future sailing within 15 months of their original sail date, or a full refund. These Guests and travel agents will receive an email from Disney Cruise Line outlining details and next steps.

Guests who booked their reservation through a travel agent should contact them directly with any questions.

Below is a list of impacted sailings:

  • Disney Magic: May 11-23, May 23-30, May 30-June 6, June 6-13, June 13-22, June 22-July 1, July 1-13, July 13-18, July 18-25, July 25-Aug 5 
  • Disney Wonder: May 8-18, May 18-25, May 25-June 1, June 1-8, June 8-15, June 15-22, June 22-29, June 29-July 6, July 6-13, July 13-20, July 20-27, July 27-Aug 3 
  • Disney Dream: May 11-15, May 15-18, May 18-22, May 22-25, May 25-29, May 29-June 1, June 1-5, June 5-8, June 8-12, June 12-17, June 17-21, June 21-26, June 26-July 1, July 1-5, July 5-10, July 10-13, July 13-17, July 17-20, July 20-24, July 24-27, July 27-31 
  • Disney Fantasy: May 9-16, May 16-23, May 23-30, May 30-June 6, June 6-13, June 13-20, June 20-27, June 27-July 6, July 6-11, July 11-18, July 18-25, July 25-Aug 1

Disney Cruise Line Coronavirus (COVID-19) Additional Information

Disney Cruise Line consistently receives among the highest public health inspection scores and has health and safety protocols in place. We also have a comprehensive plan that outlines protocols for managing illness and closely follow the guidance of public health officials. In light of COVID-19, Disney Cruise Line is operating at elevated cleaning and sanitation levels. Among the procedures currently in place include:

  • Training for all of our Crew Members on how best to prevent the spread of illness on board.
  • A health screening completed by all Guests and Crew Members to check for illness before they board the ship.
  • Extensive cleaning and sanitation of high-traffic areas (e.g., handrails, doorknobs and elevator buttons) and children’s facilities.
  • Cleaning of all staterooms twice a day and additional disinfection when necessary.
  • Discontinuing self-service at buffet locations.
  • Regular communication with Guests and Crew Members regarding how to prevent illness.
  • Hand-washing stations and sanitizing wipes conveniently located throughout our ships.
  • Medical clinics on our ships staffed with experienced doctors and nurses and stocked with supplies and medications to treat a variety of illnesses.According to public health authorities, Guests can also help prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and many other illnesses by frequently washing their hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after using the restroom and before eating. Parents can supervise their children to ensure they wash their hands thoroughly. Guests are also advised to cover their nose and mouth with a tissue (or upper sleeve) when sneezing, and avoid sneezing or coughing into their hands or without covering their nose and mouth. Guests or Crew Members who show any symptoms of illness are advised to contact their ship’s Medical Center immediately.Updates will be posted online as new information becomes available and Guests with specific questions may reach out to us at (866) 325-2112 or (407) 566-3510 or contact their travel agent. Please note that call volumes may be high.

Fan Challenge: Decorate Your Own Stateroom Door

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If you’ve ever been on a Disney Cruise, you’ve seen that decorated stateroom doors are a big deal! As you walk the halls, several doors are decorated… each with their own unique touch. Well, Disney Cruise Line has a downloadable kit so you can bring the seas right to your home! Check out the details below from DisneyParksBlog:

If you’re looking for a fun way to “seas” the day and create some Disney Magic Moments in your household, we have the ultimate Disney Cruise Line challenge for you. Today, we are bringing one of our favorite traditions from our ships into your home by giving you everything you need to decorate your best “stateroom” door at home!  

As one of your Cruise Directors, one of my favorite traditions is walking through the ship and seeing stateroom doors filled with decorations. With a little pixie dust, now you can keep that tradition going and bring the spirit of Disney Cruise Line onshore and into your household. Use the directions below to turn one (or all!) of the doors in your home into replicas of a Disney Cruise Line “stateroom” door!   

We have everything you need to decorate your door in one place. Just download and print this kit filled with fun decorations for your doors, and please be sure to check out the terms of use about using the kit before you download it. From Captain Mickey Mouse and Captain Minnie Mouse to beach-themed cutouts, let your imagination run wild as you use this fun artwork to re-create this Disney Cruise Line tradition in your household!  

Disney Cruise Line Cancels Mediterranean Sailings Through June 7th

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As the world continues to face the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Disney Cruise Line announced last week that that they had extended their suspension of departures through May 17th. Now, Mediterranean cruises aboard the Disney Magic have been cancelled through June 7.

With the wellbeing of its guests and team members as its top priority and in line with direction from health experts and government officials, Disney Cruise Line has decided to extend the suspension of Disney Magic departures through Sunday, June 7, 2020.

In light of this cancellation, Disney Cruise Line is offering the choice of a 125% future cruise credit to be used for a future sailing within 15 months of their original sail date, or a full refund. The credit has been automatically added to the guests’ accounts.

The following advisory is listed on the Disney Cruise Line COVID-19 landing page:

Disney Magic European Sailings

We continue to monitor global developments and follow the guidance of public health authorities, as well as officials in our ports of call. We will notify Guests of any necessary itinerary changes.

Guests currently booked on our European sailings through our July 25 departure can change their reservation up until the day before embarkation and receive a 100% cruise credit to be used for a future sailing within 15 months of their original sail date. The credit is non-refundable and standard prevailing rates will apply. Alternatively, Guests currently booked on our July 13, July 18 and July 25, 2020 European sailings may delay their final payment to 30 days prior to their sailing. Guests who booked their reservation through a travel agent should contact them directly. Those who booked with Disney Cruise Line may call us at (866) 325-2112 or (407) 566-3510.

Below is a list of impacted sailings:

Disney Magic

  • 5/23 – 7-night Mediterranean
  • 5/30 – 7-night Mediterranean
  • 6/6– 7-night Mediterranean

Disney Cruise Line Cast Members Continue To Help

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Disney Cruise Line has put a halt to their sailing departures due to the spread of COVID-19. There are however a handful of Crew Members that remain behind to maintain the ships. Check out how they are continuing to “make magic” as shared by DisneyParksBlog:

Since making the important decision to temporarily suspend Disney Cruise Line departures, we have continued to take time to focus on the well-being of our Cast and Crew Members, Guests, families and the communities we call home. To help others in need during this time, Crew Members have been working on a series of Disney VoluntEARS events focused on what they do best – making others smile with a dose of Disney magic.

While closely following safety and social distancing guidelines, Crew Members onboard have teamed up with several organizations, including the Foundation for Hospital Art and the Starlight Children’s Foundation, to bring some Disney pixie dust to those who need it most.

Crew Members have been harnessing their creativity to paint multi-paneled murals inspired by classic Disney characters and movies. Once completed, the Foundation for Hospital Art will donate each unique piece of art to hospitals. The foundation’s mission strives to bring comfort and hope through art to people in healthcare facilities around the world.

Disney Cruise Line Crew Members have also dedicated time to package and decorate greeting cards featuring Disney-inspired designs that will be delivered to children in the Starlight Children’s Foundation network of medical facilities. This foundation has brought smiles to more than 16 million children and their families since its inception with programs meant to inspire hospitalized kids.