Disney Dream- Disney Cruise Line, Castaway Cay, Bahamas
One of Disney’s most recent cruise ships, until the Disney Wish, is the Disney Dream cruise ship which is the sister ship to the Disney Fantasy. The Disney Dream features the AquaDuck, a twisting water coaster that extends over the side of the ship, along with broadway style entertainment, high end dining experiences, themed staterooms and more.
Keep reading to learn more about the Disney Dream including the themes of the staterooms, pricing, the AquaDuck slide, fine French dining plus a Beauty & Beast production.
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Example Itinerary & Price
Itineraries and prices will vary throughout the year but I’ve taken a sample 4-night cruise for two adults to give you an idea of what a trip on the Disney Dream would cost. Keep in mind that nearly all of your food and beverages (excluding alcohol) is included in your price along with your entertainment and experiences. Only a few things aren’t included such as spa experiences, gratuities or wi-fi.
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Miami
- Sailing to Nassau and Castaway Cay
- 1-day at sea
Rate Details
November- two adults
- Inside Stateroom- $1531
- Oceanview- $1547
- Verandah- $1683
- Concierge- $5307
Disney Dream currently includes Castaway Cay and the Bahamas as its ports of call usually departing from Miami.
Standard Inside Stateroom
With more space than you’d find in same-class rooms on most other cruise ships, our “Standard” is superior. Specifications
- Sleeps: 3 to 4
- Size: 169 sq. ft.
- Room Configuration: queen bed, single sleeper sofa and upper-berth pull-down bed (if sleeping 4)
- View: Magical Porthole with real-time views
Deluxe Inside Stateroom
Specifications
- Sleeps: 3 to 4
- Size: 204 sq. ft.
- Room Configuration: queen bed, single sleeper sofa and upper-berth pull-down bed (if sleeping 4)
- View: Magical Porthole with real-time views
Deluxe Inside Stateroom
Specifications
- Sleeps: 3 to 4
- Size: 204 sq. ft.
- Room Configuration: queen bed, single sleeper sofa and upper-berth pull-down bed (if sleeping 4)
- View: Magical Porthole with real-time views
Design
Disney Cruise Line has thought of everything to ensure first-rate comfort and convenience during your voyage. Deluxe Inside Stateroom design features include:
- A sitting area with a couch, TV and desk
- A heavy privacy curtain to separate the sitting and sleeping areas
- A “split bath”: a bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower and tub and a half bathroom with a vanity, sink and toilet
- Elevated wooden bed frames for under-bed storage of suitcases and other large items
- A leather-upholstered ottoman with hollow inside storage
- Attractive yet functional cabinetry in the living area
And to kids’ delight, a mural of Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Wendy and her brothers soaring through a starry sky reveals itself when the upper-berth bed is pulled down!
Peer Through the Magical Porthole
For added Disney flavor, all Inside Staterooms feature a Magical Porthole, providing Guests with a real-time view of the ship’s exterior while reflecting your stateroom’s actual location, port or starboard. High-definition cameras feed live video to an LCD flat-screen monitor cleverly disguised as a porthole, with the help of a stylized frame.
Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom
Specifications
- Sleeps: 3 to 4
- Size: 204 sq. ft.
- Room Configuration: queen bed, single sleeper sofa and upper-berth pull-down bed (if sleeping 4)
- View: 1 or 2 porthole windows, some with obstructed views
Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom
Boasting more square footage than a Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom, these spacious quarters sometimes feature 2 portholes.Specifications
- Sleeps: 3 to 5
- Size: 241 sq. ft.
- Room Configuration: queen bed, single sleeper sofa, wall pull-down bed (in most) or upper-berth pull-down bed (in some)
- View: 1 to 2 porthole windows with built-in seating
Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
Specifications
- Sleeps: 3 to 4
- Size: 246 sq. ft., including verandah
- Room Configuration: queen bed, single sleeper sofa and upper-berth pull-down bed (if sleeping 4)
- View: private verandah
Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
Specifications
- Sleeps: 4 to 5, except Category 4E staterooms which sleep 3 to 4
- Size: 299 sq. ft., including verandah
- Room Configuration: queen bed, single sleeper sofa, wall pull-down bed (in most) and upper-berth pull-down bed (in some)
- View: private verandah
Verandah
Airy and private, this sanctuary is where you can watch the sun rise, bask in ocean breezes and enjoy your morning coffee or an evening nightcap.
Your private balcony comes equipped with:
- Patio furniture
- Deck lighting
- Plexiglass or solid whitewall railings
- Childproof locks
Concierge Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
Enjoy the most square footage of any stateroom type, combined with exclusive and attentive concierge services. Concierge Family Oceanview Staterooms with Verandah are classified as Category V and are located on Decks 11 and 12, Forward. Beginning with sailings in 2022, Concierge Family Oceanview Staterooms with Verandah will be classified as Category 3A.
Relax in private quarters fitted with warm wood finishes, custom fabrics and carpeting, original artwork, crown moldings, genuine teak accents and a private verandah for magnificent views of the sea.
Specifications
- Sleeps: 5
- Size: 306 sq. ft., including verandah
- Room Configuration: queen bed, double sleeper sofa and upper berth pull-down bed
- View: private verandah with floor-to-ceiling windows
Verandah
Airy and private, this sanctuary is where you can watch the sun rise, bask in ocean breezes and enjoy your morning coffee or an evening nightcap.
Your private balcony comes equipped with:
- Patio furniture
- Deck lighting
- Plexiglas® or solid whitewall railings
- Childproof locks
Expanded Main Suite Option
For large parties, add an adjoining Concierge 1-Bedroom Suite with Verandah or Concierge Royal Suite with Verandah. On adjoining accommodations, the partition between verandahs can be opened to create a larger balcony for sharing, with access between rooms.
Shipboard Services
During your cruise, the benefits of signature Concierge service begin with priority check-in and boarding at a dedicated check-in station. Our onboard Concierge team will meet you at a private welcome reception—exclusive to Concierge Guests—and will be available to attend to your needs, questions and special requests. Enjoy assistance with:
- Reservations (Port Adventures, Palo and Remy dining, spa treatments and nursery stays)
- Dining reservation confirmations and changes
- Priority tendering in ports of call
- Updates to your personal itinerary
- Special occasions and celebration planning
Exclusively for Concierge Guests
As a Concierge Guest, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to dedicated areas on the ship, including the Concierge Lounge. Located amid the Concierge Suites on Deck 12, this stylish, modern retreat allows Guests to relax in quiet comfort, sip a cocktail (during select hours), access the Internet (fees may apply), watch news on a large-screen TV, and enjoy complimentary food and nonalcoholic beverages offered throughout the day.
From the Lounge, Concierge Guests can access a sun deck via a private entrance. Soak up the sun at this VIP onboard oasis and savor tranquil breezes, cooling water misters, cushioned lounge chairs, and a bar stocked with water and refreshments.
Upgraded Amenities
While all Disney Cruise Line staterooms feature luxury amenities and world-class service, Guests of our Concierge Suites and Staterooms enjoy an expanded range of offerings:
- Down Duvets: Enjoy a superlative night’s sleep with the softness of genuine feather duvets, featured in Concierge main bedrooms.
- Guests of our Concierge Suites may choose from pillow options including hypoallergenic, feather and therapeutic memory foam.
- Personal Robe and Slippers: These plush comforts are yours to use for the duration of your cruise.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet Service: Enjoy up to 100 MB at no extra charge. (Usage fees apply after 100 MB.)
Disney Dream Entertainment
There is a variety of entertainment on the Disney Dream from breathtaking Broadway quality musicals to fireworks to characters around every corner.
Fireworks on the Disney Dream
Guests can experience Disney fireworks on most itineraries with a special show of color light and song at sea.
Live Shows
You can watch nightly shows like Beauty & the Beast and Disney’s Believe which are Broadway style productions. Do not skip these amazing shows!
Disney’s Believe is a musical about a workaholic father who reconnects with his daughter through a little Disney magic- including songs from popular favorites like Aladdin, Lion King, Princess & the Frog, and more.
Character Meet and Greets
You will see have ample opportunities for character meet and greets on the ship including Mickey, Minnie, Cinderella, Captain Hook and more at designated areas.
Disney Movie Showings
Experience the newest Disney movies in the Buena Vista Theatre which is modeled after Hollywood’s Golden Age in the style of a luxurious movie palace. You can also catch a Disney movie outside under the stars!
Disney Dream Recreation
There are a wide variety of recreation on the Disney Fantasy for all ages. Plus options for kids to enjoy so parents can go enjoy the adult exclusive options!
Youth Clubs
- Disney’s Oceaneer Club- children can learn and play in larger-than-life spaces fueled by Disney storytelling.
- Edge—Tween focuses featuring plenty of available video games, music and movies.
- Vibe- This youth club is geared for teens and is open until 2AM with karaoke and dance parties.
Pools
The Disney Fantasy features a variety of pools including:
- Mickey & Donald’s Pool- the main pools featuring a large family pool and two whirlpool spas
- AquaLab and Dory’s Reef- this child focused pool area includes the double-looping Twist ‘n’ Spout slide
- Quiet Cove Pool- adult exclusive pool
- AquaDuck- a wild water coaster with a twisting transparent tube.
Adult Exclusive Spaces
Adult exclusive spaces on the Disney Fantasy include:
- Senses Spa & Salon-a serene spa and salon so you can fully relax and enjoy your vacation
- The District- adults-only part of the ship featuring mixed drinks a Skyline and Pink, live televised events at 687 Pub and dancing at Evolution
Plus you can enjoy a variety of lounges around the Disney Dream to relax in. These lounges are geared for adults but children are welcome too in many of them.
Youth Activities
- Midship Detective Agency- guests ages 9 and older get to solve different mysteries aboard the ship
- Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique- for littles ones to dress up as fairy princesses and royal knights
Sports and Fitness
The Disney Dream features a full-service fitness center with weight machines and instructional fitness classes.
Disney Dream Dining
- Cabanas- fresh food food on the boardwalk for breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Flo’s Cafe- burgers, chicken, pizza and salads
- Forozen Treats- icecream and smoothies
- Eye Scream- icecream and smoothies
Plus your room includes complimentary, 24- hour dining.
Adult exclusive dining experiences include:
- Palo- Northern Italian delicacies with a modern twist with live music and ocean views
- Remy- French-inspired menu of seasonal ingredients
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