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Disney Cruise 2023 Dates – The Ultimate Guide

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Are you thinking of sailing on a Disney Cruise in 2023?

There are now five Disney Cruise ships and they are sailing from an ever-expanding variety of port stops including:

• Port Canaveral, Florida
• Miami, Florida
• Fort Lauderdale, Florida
• San Diego, California
• Galveston, Texas
• New Orleans
• Vancouver, Canada
• Honolulu, Hawaii
• Sydney, Australia
• Melbourne, Australia
• Brisbane, Australia
• Auckland, New Zealand
• Barcelona, Spain
• Southampton, United Kingdom

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Here is a guide to all the Disney Cruise 2023 dates with itineraries for each sailing.

Disney Dream has a very varied selection of sailings for 2023. She will:

• Start the year in Miami from January to May 2023
• Sail on a Transatlantic Repositioning Cruise from Miami to Barcelona
• Spend summer 2023 sailing a variety of European cruises including the Mediterranean, Northern European, and British Isles Cruises.
• She then sails from Southampton to New York for 4, 5, and 6-night Bermudian itineraries.
• The Dream repositions to Fort Lauderdale, Florida for the Fall to sail Caribbean Cruises.
• Disney Dream ends the year with a Double Dip sailing with two stops at Castaway Cay.

The Disney Dream sails 4 and 5-night itineraries from Miami for the early part of 2023.

All of the sailings include a scheduled stop on Disney’s private island Castaway Cay.

There is also a Double Dip cruise – this is the popular name for Disney Cruises that have two port stops at Castaway Cay. These cruises tend to be very popular.

Disney Dream 4 Night Bahamian Cruise from Miami

• Miami Florida
• Nassau, Bahamas
• Castaway Cay

Sailing on 1/12/21, 1/26/23, 2/9/23, 2/23/23, 3/9/23, 3/23/23 and 4/6/23

Disney Dream 5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Miami with 2 Stops at Castaway Cay

Sailing on 4/10/23

Disney Dream 5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Miami

• Grand Cayman

Sailing on 1/7/21, 1/21/23, 2/4/23, 2/18/23, 3/4/23, 3/18/23 and 4/1/23

• Cozumel, Mexico

Sailing on 1/2/21, 1/16/23, 1/30/23, 2/13/23, 2/27/23, 3/13/23 and 3/27/23

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The Disney Dream will be sailing out of Europe for the first time in the Summer of 2023.

This is usually the Disney Magic, but the Dream will allow a greater number of passengers as she is a larger ship than the Magic.

The Disney Dream will sail on an Eastern Transatlantic cruise to reposition to Europe for Summer 2023.

13-Night Eastbound Transatlantic Cruise from Miami ending in Barcelona

• Ponta Delgada (Azores)
• Lisbon, Portugal
• Cadiz, Spain
• Malaga, Spain
• Cartegena, Spain

This is sailing on May 7 2023 for the Dream to reposition to Barcelona from Miami.

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7-Night Mediterranean Cruise from Barcelona

• Toulon, France
• Livorno (Florence, Pisa)
• Civitavecchia (Rome) Italy
• Naples (Pompeii) Italy
• Palma de Mallorca, Spain

This sails on 5/20/23

• Cannes (Monte Carlo), France

This sails on 5/27/23 and 7/8/23

7-Night Mediterranean with Greek Isles Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome)

• Mykonos, Greece
• Santorini Greece
• Chania, Greece

This sails on 6/20/23

Disney Dream 9 Night Mediterranean with Greek Isles from Barcelona to Civitavecchia

This is likely to be one of the most popular cruises – if you want to book this one previous patterns have shown that the price is likely to rise quite a bit from opening day.

• Barcelona Spain
• Marseilles France
• Livorno Italy
• Kefalonia Greece
• Piraeus (Athens) Greece
• Naples Italy

This sailing is on 6/3/23

8-Night Mediterranean with Greek Isles Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome)

This sails on 6/12/23

11-Night Mediterranean with Greek Isles Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome) Ending in Barcelona

• Civitavecchia (Romer) Italy
• Messina (Sicily), Italy
• Piraeus (Athens), Greece
• Santorini, Greece
• Naples (Pompeii), Italy
• Livorno (Florence, Pisa), Italy
• Toulon (Provence), France

7-Night Western Europe Cruise from Barcelona ending in Southampton

• Le Havre (Paris) France
• Southampton

This sails on 7/15/23

11-Night Northern Europe Cruise from Copenhagen ending in Southampton

• Copenhagen, Denmark
• Kiel, Germany
• Nynäshamn (Stockholm), Sweden
• Fredericia, Denmark
• Skagen, Denmark
• Oslo, Norway
• Amsterdam, Netherlands
• Zeebrugge (Brussels), Belgium
• Southampton, England

Sailing on 8/8/23

Disney Dream Sailing from Southampton 2023

7-night norwegian fjords cruise from southampton.

• Skjolden, Norway
• Nordfjordeid, Norway
• Sandnes (Stavanger), Norway

This sails on 8/19/23

Disney Dream 7-Night British Isles Cruise from Southampton

• Belfast Northern Island
• Greenock Scotland
• Liverpool England
• Ringaskiddy (Cork) Ireland
• Portland England

This sailing will be on 9/10/23

Disney Dream 10 Night Iceland Norway and France from Southampton to Copenhagen

• Southampton England
• Cherbourg France
• Reykjavik Iceland
• Isafjordur Iceland
• Akureyri Iceland
• Alesund Norway

The Dream will sail on 7/22/23

Disney Dream 11 Night Westbound Transatlantic Cruise from Southampton ending in New York

• Vigo, Spain
• Lisbon. Portugal
• Kings Wharf, Bermuda
• New York, New York

Sailing on 9/17/23

5 Night Bermuda Cruise from New York

• King’s Wharf, Bermuda

Sailing on 9/28/23

6 Night Bermuda Cruise from New York

Sailing on 10/7/23, 10/21/23

4 Night Halloween on the High Seas Bermuda Cruise from New York

Sailing on 10/3/23, 10/13/23, 10/27/23, 10/31/23

6 Night Bermuda and Eastern Caribbean Cruise from New York and ending in San Juan

• Tortola, British Virgin Islands
• San Juan, Puerto Rico

Sailing on 11/4/23

7 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise from San Juan

• Basseterre, St. Kitts
• St. John’s Antigua
• Oranjestad, Aruba
• Willemstad, Curacao

Sailing on 11/10/23

5 Night Very Merrytime Western Caribbean Cruise from Fort Lauderdale

Sailing 11/20/23, 12/4/23 and 12/18/23

• George Town, Grand Cayman

Sailing on 11/25/23, 12/9/23, 12/23/23

5 Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale with 2 Stops at Castaway Cay

• Disney Castaway Cay

Sailing on 12/28/23

The Disney Wish will continue to sail 3 and 4-night itineraries from Port Canaveral.

Disney Wish 3 Night Bahamian Cruise 2023

Sailing on:

1/6/21, 1/13/23, 1/20/23, 1/27/23,

2/3/23, 2/10/23, 2/17/21, 2/24/23,

3/3/23, 3/20/23, 3/17/23, 3/24/23, 3/31/23,

4/7/23, 4/14/23, 4/21/23, 4/28/23,

5/5/23, 5/12/23, 5/19/23, 5/26/23

6/2/23, 6/9/23, 6/16/23, 6/23/23, 6/30/23

7/7/23, 7/14/23, 7/21/23, 7/28/23,

8/4/23, 8/11/23, 8/18/23, 8/25/23

9/1/23, 9/8/23, 9/15/23, 9/22/23, 9/29/23

10/6/23, 10/13/23, 10/20/23, 10/27/23

11/3/23, 11/10/23, 11/17/23, 11/24/23,

12/1/23, 12/8/23, 12/15/23, 12/26/23

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Disney Wish 4 Night Bahamian Cruise 2023

1/2/23, 1/9/23, 1/16/23, 1/23/23, 1/30/23,

2/6/23, 2/13/23, 2/20/23, 2/27/23,

3/6/23, 3/13/23, 3/20/23, 3/27/23,

4/3/23, 4/10/23, 4/17/23, 4/24/23,

5/1/23, 5/8/23, 5/15/23, 5/22/23, 5/29/23

6/5/23, 6/12/23, 6/19/23, 6/26/23,

7/3/23, 7/10/23, 7/17/23, 7/24/23, 7/31/23,

8/7/23, 8/14/23, 8/21/23, 8/28/23,

9/4/23, 9/11/23, 9/18/23, 9/25/23,

10/2/23, 10/9/23, 10/16/23, 10/23/23, 10/30/23,

11/6/23, 11/13/23, 11/20/23, 11/27/23,

12/4/23, 12/11/23, 12/18/23, 12/22/23, 12/29/23

The Disney Fantasy will follow her usual pattern of Eastern and Western Caribbean 7-night sailings from Port Canaveral Florida.

• There are some alternative itineraries for the Disney Fantasy Caribbean cruises and port stops can include Tortola, British Virgin Islands, St Thomas, US Virgin Islands, San Juan, Puerto Rico, Cozumel, Mexico, George Town, Grand Cayman, Falmouth, Jamaica Philipsburg, St Maarten.
• Most of the Disney Fantasy sailings are 7 nights but there are some 5, 6, and 8-night itineraries available.
• All Disney Fantasy sailings have a scheduled stop at Castaway Cay. There is one 5 night Disney Fantasy cruise that has two stops in Castaway Cay.

7 Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral, Florida

• St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
• Port Canaveral Florida

Sailing on 1/21/23, 2/4/23, 2/18/23, 3/4/23 and 4/1/23

Sailing on 1/7/23 and 3/18/23

7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral, Florida

• Falmouth, Jamaica

1/14/23, 1/28/23,

2/11/23, 2/25/23,

3/11/23, 3/25/23

5/6/23, 5/20/23

6/3/23, 6/27/23

5 Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral with 2 Stops at Castaway Cay

• Port Canaveral

Sailing on 7/23/23

6 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral, Florida

• Costa Maya, Mexico

Sailing on 4/23/23

4/1/23, 4/29/23

5/13/23, 5/27/23

6/10/23, 6/24/23

8/5/23, 8/19/23

9/2/23, 9/30/23

10/14/23, 10/28/23

11/11/23, 11/25/23

12/9/23, 12/23/23

• Philipsburg, St Maarten

Sailing on 9/23/23

10/7/23, 10/21/23

12/2/23, 12/16/23

8 Night Bermuda and Bahamian from Port Canaveral, Florida

This sails on 4/15/23 and 9/9/23

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The Disney Magic sails varied itineraries from Galveston, New Orleans, Miami, and San Diego.

• The Magic starts 2023 in Galveston with 4, 5, 6, and 7-night Caribbean itineraries.
• She repositions to New Orleans in late February to sail 4, 5, and 6-night Caribbean itineraries.
• Disney Magic repositions to Miami following her San Juan, Puerto Rico sailings in May 2023.
• She sails a variety of 3, 4, 5, 7, and 8-night cruises from Miami.
• The Magic has three Double Dip Castaway Cay sailings for 2023 sailing from Miami.
• She sails to San Diego via the Panama Canal in October 2023.
• Disney Magic sails 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7-night itineraries from San Diego for Fall 2023.
• She repositions to Galveston in December 2023 via the Panama Canal.

The Disney Magic will sail these Western Caribbean cruises from Galveston Texas.

Disney Magic 4 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston

• Progreso Mexico
• Galveston Texas

Sailing on 1/23/23

Disney Magic 4 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston Itinerary A

Sailing on 1/2/23, 1/19/23 and 1/27/23

Disney Magic 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston

• Progreso, Mexico

Sailing on 2/12/23

Disney Magic 6-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston

• Galveston,, Texas

Sailing on 1/13/23 and 1/31/23

Sailing on 2/6/23

Disney Magic 7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston

Sailing on 1/6/23

4 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from New Orleans

Sailing on 2/23/23, 2/27/23, 3/9/23, 3/13/23, 3/23/23

5 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from New Orleans

Sailing on 2/28/23

• Progresso Mexico

Sailing on 3/27/23

6 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from New Orleans

Sailing on 3/3/23 and 3/17/23

The Disney Magic home port for 2023 is now Miami. There will be a 4-night repositioning cruise from San Juan, Puerto Rico so that the Magic can sail to Miami for the Summer of 2023.

8-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise from San Juan

• Kralendijk Bonaire

Sailing on 5/5/23

• St John’s, Antigua
• Roseau, Dominica
• Castries, St Lucia
• Bridgetown, Barbados
• St Thomas US Virgin Islands

Sailing on 5/13/23

4-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from San Juan ending in Miami

Sailing on 5/20/23

Disney Magic 3-Night Bahamas Cruise from Miami

Sailing on 5/24/23, 9/1/23, 9/8/23, 9/15/23 and 9/22/23

Disney Magic 4 Night Bahamian Cruise

Sailing on 6/1/23, 6/15/23, 6/29/23, 7/27/23, 8/10/23, 8/24/23, 8/28/23, 9/4/23, 9/11/23 and 9/18/23

Disney Magic 5-Night Bahamian Cruise with 2 Stops at Castaway Cay

Great to see three Castaway Cay Double Dip Cruises for Summer 2023.

Sailing on 6/19/23, 8/19/23 and 9/25/23

Disney Magic 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Miami

Sailing on 6/5/23, 7/2/23, 7/31/23, 8/14/23

Sailing on 5/27/23, 6/10/23, 6/24/23, 7/22/23, 8/5/23

7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Miami

• St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

This will sail on 7/8/23

Disney Magic 7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Miami

• Falmouth Jamaica

This will sail on 7/15/23

Disney Magic 8-Night Caribbean Sailing from San Juan

The Magic sails from San Juan on 5/5/23.

Disney Panama Canal Cruise Miami to San Diego 2023

This sails on 5 October 2023 for 14 nights. This is Halloween on the High Seas Cruise so the Disney Magic will be decorated for Halloween and have special events scheduled.

• Cartagena, Columbia
• Panama Canal
• Puerto Vallarta
• Cabo San Lucas

2 Night Baja Cruise from San Diego

• Ensenada, Mexico

Sailing on 11/11/23

3 Night Baja Cruise from San Diego

• 10/19/23, 10/26/23

4 Night Baja Cruise from San Diego

• Catalina Island, California

11/25/23, 11/29/23

5 Night Baja Cruise from San Diego

• Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Sailing on 11/13/23

7 Night Mexican Riviera Cruise from San Diego

• Mazatlan, Mexico

Sailing on 11/18/23

Disney Panama Canal Cruise San Diego to Galveston 2023

The Disney Magic will sail from San Diego to Gavelston on a repositioning cruise on 3 December 2023. This is a Very Merrytime Cruise and will have special Christmas decorations and events.

• Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

The Disney Wonder will start the year 2023 in San Diego.

Disney Wonder 3 Night Baja Mexico Cruise

These sailings are on 4/20/23 and 5/4/23

Disney Wonder 4 Night Baja Mexico Cruise

The sail dates are 4/12/23, 4/16/23, 4/30/23 and 5/7/23

Disney Wonder 5-Night Baja Mexico Cruise

Sailing on 4/2/23 and 4/7/23

Disney Wonder 7-Night Mexican Riviera Cruise

There is one sailing on 4/23/23.

Disney Wonder Repositioning Cruise San Diego to Vancouver

• Victoria, Canada
• Vancouver Canada

This will sail on 5/11/23

Disney Wonder 7-Night Alaskan Cruise from Vancouver

• Dawes Glacier
• Skagway, Alaska
• Juneau, Alaska
• Ketchikan Alaska

5/15/23, 5/22/23, 5/29/23

6/5/23, 6/12/23, 6/26/23

7/3/23, 7/10/23, 7/17/23

8/7/23, 8/21/23, 8/28/23

Disney Wonder 7-Night Cruise to Alaska

• Icy Strait Point, Alaska

This itinerary that includes Icy Strait Point sails on 6/19/23 and 8/14/23.

Disney Wonder Cruise 5-Night Alaska

• Dawes Glacier Alaska

Sailing on 8/2/23

Disney Wonder 9-Night Cruise to Alaska

• Hubbard Glacier, Alaska
• Sitka Alaska

This sailing is on 7/24/23.

Disney Wonder 8-Night Cruise to Alaska

• Dawes Glacier, Alaska
• Sitka, Alaska
• Ketchikan, Alaska

This sails on 9/11/23

The Disney Wonder makes a very welcome return to Hawaii for 2023.

• Hilo, Hawaii
• Nawiliwili, Hawaii
• Kahului, Hawaii

Sailing on October 3, 2023

13-Night South Pacific Cruise from Honolulu ending in Sydney

• Pago Pago, American Samoa
• International Date Line
• Lautoka, Fiji
• Noumea, New Caledonia

This sails on October 13, 2023

4-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Sydney

• Hobart, Australia

Sailing on 10/28/23, 12/24/23, 1/8/24

2-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Sydney ending in Melbourne

Sailing on 11/1/23

2-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Melbourne

Sailing on 11/3/23 November 3, 2023

4-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Melbourne

Sailing on 11/5/23, 11/12/23

3-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Melbourne

Sailing on 11/9/23

5-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Melbourne ending in Auckland

• Eden, Australia
• Aukland, New Zealand

Sailing on 11/16/23

4-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Auckland

• Aukland New Zealand

Sailing on 11/21/23

3-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Auckland

Sailing on 11/25/23, 11/28/23, 12/1/23

4-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Auckland ending in Brisbane

• Brisbane, New Zealand

Sailing on 12/4/23

3-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Brisbane

Sailing on 12/8/23

4-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Brisbane

Sailing on 12/11/23

5-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Brisbane

Sailing on 12/15/23

2-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Brisbane

Sailing on 12/20/23

2-Night Disney Magic at Sea from Brisbane ending in Sydney

Sailing on 12/22/23

6-Night Disney Magic at Sea Cruise from Sydney

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Disney Cruise Line Releases Remaining Itineraries for 2023

Fall and winter 2023 cruise itineraries were just published by Disney Cruise Line!

If you’re currently a Platinum, Gold, or Silver Castaway Club member, a Disney Vacation Club Member, a Club 33 Member, a Golden Oak Club Member, or an Adventure Insider with Adventures by Disney, you can be among the very first to book the new fall and winter 2023 cruises before they go on sale to the general public on Thursday, July 28, 2022 .

When to Book :

• Monday, July 25, 2022:  Platinum Castaway Club Members, Club 33, and Golden Oak Club Members
• Tuesday, July 26, 2022:  Gold Castaway Club Members
• Wednesday, July 27, 2022: Silver Castaway Club Members, Disney Vacation Club Members, and Adventures by Disney Insiders
• Thursday, July 28, 2022:  ALL GUESTS

Details from DCL are displayed below on the fall and winter 2023 destinations and all of the sail dates and the new itineraries and sail dates can be viewed here .

Please send an email to us at [email protected] to be placed on a waitlist to receive a quote on your booking day.

If you book your Disney Cruise Line vacation through Dreams Unlimited Travel – the official sponsor of DCL Fan – you will receive a  shipboard credit of up to $1000  plus a  complimentary gift basket .

Request a no-obligation quote from Dreams Unlimited Travel!

Head over to DISboards if you want to follow along with the Opening Day Pricing QUOTES Autumn 2023: Magic, Wonder, Dream, Fantasy, Wish .

THE CARIBBEAN

Ease into island time on a 5-, 6- or 7-night tropical cruise, with departures from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Port Canaveral, San Juan, or New York. Ports of call may include Antigua, Aruba, Cozumel, Curaçao, Grand Cayman, Jamaica, St. Kitts, St. Thomas, Tortola, and Disney Castaway Cay—DCL’S private island in paradise.

THE BAHAMAS

Surround yourself in serenity on a 3-, 4- or 5-night voyage from San Juan, Fort Lauderdale, Miami or Port Canaveral—a mere hour away from Walt Disney World Resort. Picturesque ports of call may include Nassau and our private island paradise, Disney Castaway Cay.

BAJA AND MEXICAN RIVIERA

Pack your sense of adventure when you embark on a 2-, 3-, 4-, 5- or 7-night cruise departing from San Diego. Bask on beautiful beaches and dive into local cuisine on Mexico’s popular, sun-drenched peninsula. Ports of call for 2-, 3-, 4- and 5-night sailings may include stops at Ensenada, Catalina Island and Cabo San Lucas. Or spend a blissful week discovering hidden gems in the Mexican Riviera on an unforgettable 7-night cruise. Soak up all the onboard fun your cruise ship has to offer and explore dazzling Mexican resort towns—ports of call may include Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlán and Cabo San Lucas.

Whisk away to a pink-sand paradise on a 4-, 5-, or 6-night cruise from New York that strikes the ideal balance between relaxation and exploration. A 6-night sailing to Bermuda gives you a taste of the island’s rich maritime history and abundant recreational activities, including an itinerary that features an additional stop in Tortola.

PANAMA CANAL

Marvel at one of the largest engineering feats in history on a grand voyage through the Panama Canal with 14-night cruises departing from Miami or San Diego. In addition to the Panama Canal, ports of call may include Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Cartagena, Puerto Vallarta and Cabo San Lucas.

Encounter a host of natural and architectural wonders on a 4-night sailing from New York to the stunning seaside village of Saint John (New Brunswick)—known for incredible lighthouses and reversing rapids.

HALLOWEEN ON THE HIGH SEAS

Discover magical mischief and spellbinding surroundings as you commemorate Halloween at sea—available on most Fall 2023 itineraries in September and October.

Thrills and chills await you at every turn, thanks to not-so-scary activities, eerie entertainment and bewitching décor—including a magical Halloween tree. Enjoy spooky surprises and spine-tingling treats on board the ship, plus a scare-a-bration with popular Disney Characters dressed in their Halloween finest. Pack your favorite costume and get ready for happy haunts.

Halloween activities and offerings are subject to change and vary by ship and itinerary.

VERY MERRYTIME CRUISES

Delight in seasonal magic at sea and discover a jolly fusion of holiday-themed entertainment, activities and décor—available on most Fall 2023 itineraries in November and December.

Share in the magic with festive onboard decorations—including a life-sized gingerbread house, a 24-foot Christmas tree, garlands, poinsettias, and shimmering lights—and experience numerous merriments sure to warm the hearts of the entire family. You’ll even see some of your favorite Disney Characters bedecked in their holiday best and enjoy a special visit from Santa himself!

Holiday activities and offerings are subject to change and vary by ship and itinerary.

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Disney Cruise from Miami November 2023

Cruises departing from Miami, Florida, on Disney cruise ships provide something magical for every guest. The whole family can find fun on a Disney cruise. Adults will have a great time at the resort's upscale swimming pools, dining options, and nightlife district. There are immersive clubs for children of all ages to participate in. Start your vacation off right with an unforgettable Bahamas cruise and enjoy the sun, sand, and surf along with all the fun and excitement the tropics have to offer. Castaway Cay is Disney's private island that guests of the Disney Cruise Line can visit. The Western Caribbean cruise includes stops in Mexico, Honduras, Belize, Grand Cayman, and Jamaica. Starting in Miami, Florida, the cruise will make its way through the Eastern Caribbean islands of Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, the British Virgin Islands, and the United States Virgin Islands before heading back to the continental United States.

Cruise to the spectacular Caribbean Sea’s warm waters and lively islands with Disney Cruise Line from Miami in November 2023. In November 2023, Disney Cruise Line will take you from Miami to and other places in the Caribbean Sea.

Find your next Disney Cruise Line cruise out of Miami in November 2023

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• November 3, 2023

The Disney Cruise Line fleet is getting ready for the upcoming winter with a series of itineraries across the Caribbean, the West Coast and, for the very first time, Australia and New Zealand.

Cruise Industry News tracked the location and itineraries of the company’s ships as of November 3, 2023.

Disney Wish Year Built: 2022 Capacity: 2,500 guests Location: Bahamas

The Disney Wish continues to offer short cruises to the Bahamas departing from Disney’s homeport in Port Canaveral. The ship’s year-round program includes a series of three- and four-night itineraries to Nassau and Castaway Cay.

Disney Fantasy Year Built: 2012 Capacity: 2,500 guests Location: Eastern Caribbean

The Disney Fantasy is offering week-long cruises to the Caribbean and the Bahamas in November. In addition to Castaway Cay, the ship’s itineraries include several destinations across the region, such as Tortola, St. Thomas, Cozumel and Jamaica.

Disney Dream Year Built: 2011 Capacity: 2,500 guests Location: U.S. East Coast

After completing its first summer program in Europe , the Disney Dream recently returned to the United States. Before repositioning to Fort Lauderdale later this year, the 2011-built vessel is offering a series of cruises from New York City and San Juan over the next few weeks.

Disney Wonder Year Built: 1999 Capacity: 1,750 guests Location: Australia

The Disney Wonder recently marked Disney Cruise Line’s debut in Australia & New Zealand. Following a routine drydock in the West Coast , the ship arrived in Sydney on Oct. 28, kicking off a series of short cruises in the region.

Disney Magic Year Built: 1998 Capacity: 1,750 guests Location: West Coast

With the Disney Wonder in Australia, the Disney Magic picked up the company’s itineraries in the West Coast. The 1998-built ship is currently offering a series of two- to seven-night cruises to the Mexican Riviera and Baja California departing from San Diego.

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First Look at Disney Cruise Line's 2023 Holiday Entertainment

Disney Cruise Line has shared a first look at the 2023 holiday entertainment guests can expect on Very Merrytime Cruises!

It’s Halfway to the Holidays, and Disney has been celebrating with special announcements and exciting treats on the Disney Cruise Line and in the Disney Parks. And today, Disney Cruise Line shared a first look at the 2023 holiday entertainment guests can expect when they sail on the upcoming Very Merrytime cruises!

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Disney Cruise Line 2023 Holiday Entertainment

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Very Merrytime cruises are a wonderful way to spend the holidays in a tropical paradise. The fleet is decked out in festive decorations, with Disney characters dressed for the holidays. Each year, these special sailings also include fun activities and entertainment to enjoy. And Disney just shared a first look at the entertainment guests can expect onboard Very Merrytime cruises this year — including some new additions!

This year, on the first night of all Very Merrytime sailings, guests can gather around the massive three-deck-tall tree in the atrium for a tree lighting ceremony. The event will include appearances from Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy, who will invite guests to sing along with classic holiday tunes as you count down to the lighting of the tree. Santa will even make an appearance as the guest of honor!

Another new addition this year will be Mickey and Minnie’s Holiday Party, where guests will be invited to the upper decks for a high-energy party thrown by Mickey and Minnie. The event will include music and appearances from your favorite Disney characters.

Disney Cruise Line 2024 Holiday Itineraries

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Earlier this week, Disney Cruise Line shared that Very Merrytime sailings will return in 2024, with select cruises available from mid-November to December 2024. Guests will be able to take these special sailings from the two home ports in Florida, along with a selection of cruises sailing out of Galveston, Texas.

These will include a selection of three- and four-night Bahamian Very Merrytime cruises on the Disney Wish from Port Canaveral, and four- and five-night cruises to the Bahamas and the Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale on the Disney Dream. The Disney Fantasy will also offer a variety of four-night Very Merrytime sailings to the Bahamas in 2024, along with longer six- and seven-night itinerary options. Select voyages on the Disney Dream and the Disney Fantasy will even include a stop at Disney’s newest private island destination, Lighthouse Point !

Meanwhile, the Disney Magic will offer select Very Merrytime sailings from four to six nights out of Galveston, Texas, sailing you and your group through the Caribbean.

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By Kangakid , October 19, 2023 in Australia & New Zealand Cruisers

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We have a 4 night Disney cruise planned for this November.  It’s our whole family so there will be 10 of us on board.  It’s definitely not cheap, but it’s Disney so with young grandkids who all love Disney, it’s was a no brainer.  Our TA booked when the booking window was opened, we were lucky and got good staterooms.  But gosh, the extras that come with it….$14.50USD per day per person so for us $USD58 per day per room $USD232 per cruise so nearly $366AUD.  High Tea with cast members was going to cost $240USD per child (we opted out of this, can’t imagine any high tea worth this type of money).   At this stage this will be our last Disney cruise, can’t see how the money justifies the cruise, but I may be surprised and will report once we return.  As a family we cruise once a year and usually with Royal and have cruised Princess with the family as well.  Wish me luck and hopefully the cc doesn’t take too much of a hit… 🤞🏻

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5 minutes ago, Kangakid said: We have a 4 night Disney cruise planned for this November.  It’s our whole family so there will be 10 of us on board.  It’s definitely not cheap, but it’s Disney so with young grandkids who all love Disney, it’s was a no brainer.  Our TA booked when the booking window was opened, we were lucky and got good staterooms.  But gosh, the extras that come with it….$14.50USD per day per person so for us $USD58 per day per room $USD232 per cruise so nearly $366AUD.  High Tea with cast members was going to cost $240USD per child (we opted out of this, can’t imagine any high tea worth this type of money).   At this stage this will be our last Disney cruise, can’t see how the money justifies the cruise, but I may be surprised and will report once we return.  As a family we cruise once a year and usually with Royal and have cruised Princess with the family as well.  Wish me luck and hopefully the cc doesn’t take too much of a hit… 🤞🏻

It will be worth every cent for the amazing memories you will make 🥰 🥰 🥰

DW is a Disney fan and we were excited when Disney announced they were coming to Australia. I went green around the gills when I saw the prices! 😱 🤑 💸 💸 💸

Too expensive for us I’m afraid. Their market is obviously a more affluent demographic. I'll stick to hunting for bargains on inferior, I mean interior,  guarantee cabins on other lines. 🤷‍♂️

Same here. The cruiser in me started comparing what Disney can give vs other cruises at the same price point. 

Finally we decided to just fit Disney during our trip to Japan and skip this one.

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My daughter was desperate for us to go on a Disney cruise.  For just above the price for 3 us to go on the 4 night Hobart trip from Melbourne, we are going on a 14 night Melbourne to New Zealand in a mini suite on a plus package with Princess.   

Just now, 2022cruisey said: My daughter was desperate for us to go on a Disney cruise.  For just above the price for 3 us to go on the 4 night Hobart trip from Melbourne, we are going on a 14 night Melbourne to New Zealand in a mini suite on a plus package with Princess.   

5 hours ago, Kangakid said: We have a 4 night Disney cruise planned for this November.  I  But gosh, the extras that come with it….$14.50USD per day per person so for us $USD58 per day per room $USD232 per cruise so nearly $366AUD.  

If this is the 'gratuity' - then simply see about not paying this - or reduce that amount.  It's outrageous that they are slugging everyone in the room for the same amount - for the same amount of 'service' (like what are you honestly going to get done in your room for 4 nights ??  what .. new sheets, a bit of clean, anything else ?????) 

https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/contracts-terms-safety/terms-conditions/australia-new-zealand/?#:~:text=VACATION FARE&text=Guests may request to adjust,the end of the cruise.

Don't get 'guilted' into paying this - Disney are charging big $$$$$$

The optional gratuity for your assigned cruise stateroom and dining hosts will be automatically added to the onboard cruise folio on embarkation day. Guests may request to adjust or remove this optional gratuity before the end of their cruise. Simply call or visit the cruise ship's Guest Services Desk while you are onboard, any time prior to disembarking at the end of the cruise. If available on your vessel, you can use the Disney Cruise Line Navigator mobile application (the "Mobile App") to review your onboard cruise folio during your cruise. More information on optional gratuities can be found at   /faq/onboard-services/gratuities/ .

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I love high tea but even as an adult I would opt out at those prices. 

Would love it if you came back to this post after your cruise to report the positive & negatives.  We are not a Disney family but would be very interested to read of your & your family’s experiences on board.

9 hours ago, Sparky74 said: DW is a Disney fan and we were excited when Disney announced they were coming to Australia. I went green around the gills when I saw the prices! 😱 🤑 💸 💸 💸 Too expensive for us I’m afraid. Their market is obviously a more affluent demographic. I'll stick to hunting for bargains on inferior, I mean interior,  guarantee cabins on other lines. 🤷‍♂️

Sparky, I know, but the big kids and their kids are huge Disney fans, so we have bitten the bullet, but gosh Disney certainly know how to charge….let’s hope everyone has a fabulous time and Bass Strait plays nice for trip…

4 hours ago, aussielozzie18 said: I love high tea but even as an adult I would opt out at those prices.    Would love it if you came back to this post after your cruise to report the positive & negatives.  We are not a Disney family but would be very interested to read of your & your family’s experiences on board.

Definitely will report back, as it’s a lot of dosh we are putting up, so I am sure the experience will be worth it (says she through gritted teeth)

3 minutes ago, Kangakid said: Sparky, I know, but the big kids and their kids are huge Disney fans, so we have bitten the bullet, but gosh Disney certainly know how to charge….let’s hope everyone has a fabulous time and Bass Strait plays nice for trip…

4 hours ago, shireboi said:   If this is the 'gratuity' - then simply see about not paying this - or reduce that amount.  It's outrageous that they are slugging everyone in the room for the same amount - for the same amount of 'service' (like what are you honestly going to get done in your room for 4 nights ??  what .. new sheets, a bit of clean, anything else ?????)    https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/contracts-terms-safety/terms-conditions/australia-new-zealand/?#:~:text=VACATION FARE&text=Guests may request to adjust,the end of the cruise.   Don't get 'guilted' into paying this - Disney are charging big $$$$$$   The optional gratuity for your assigned cruise stateroom and dining hosts will be automatically added to the onboard cruise folio on embarkation day. Guests may request to adjust or remove this optional gratuity before the end of their cruise. Simply call or visit the cruise ship's Guest Services Desk while you are onboard, any time prior to disembarking at the end of the cruise. If available on your vessel, you can use the Disney Cruise Line Navigator mobile application (the "Mobile App") to review your onboard cruise folio during your cruise. More information on optional gratuities can be found at   /faq/onboard-services/gratuities/ .

I know we can get the gratuity adjusted, but we have never done this and won’t start now, if only the AUD was playing a bit nicer than it currently is, it wouldn’t be so much of a hit.  I do wish the gratuity was for adults or kids over say 12.  We have 4 under 10 so it seems excessive….que sera, we choose to cruise so just have to bite the bullet…but am hoping the cruise will be memorable and worth all the extra dollars…

4 minutes ago, Kangakid said: I know we can get the gratuity adjusted, but we have never done this and won’t start now, if only the AUD was playing a bit nicer than it currently is, it wouldn’t be so much of a hit.  I do wish the gratuity was for adults or kids over say 12.  We have 4 under 10 so it seems excessive….que sera, we choose to cruise so just have to bite the bullet…but am hoping the cruise will be memorable and worth all the extra dollars…

I wonder what the staff to kids ratio is on Disney compared to other lines especially for the under 10s, given they are charged gratuities.

The Price!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

We are doing 4 nights Melb - Hobart - Melb - family of 4.  Booked one of their secret porthole rooms, which is basically an obstructed oceanview for the price of an interior, there are a handful on them on the ship. In all the cruises we have done I have never booked anything less than a balcony - in fact have an aft suit booked on Grand Princess for Christmas and the price of that was easier to justify than for this 4 night cruise. I know it's Disney, I know it will be magical, but it would want to be the most amazing 4 nights of my life. The aussie dollar is not helping the situation at the moment either.

See you on board…we have the family all coming along..we have adjoining balcony rooms, but agree price was eye watering to say the least…..and then no doubt the merch that will be a must…at these prices it will be our last cruise unless it is absolutely out of this world worth it…

Loki g forward to hearing reviews 🥰 🥰

9 hours ago, Kangakid said: See you on board…we have the family all coming along..we have adjoining balcony rooms, but agree price was eye watering to say the least…..and then no doubt the merch that will be a must…at these prices it will be our last cruise unless it is absolutely out of this world worth it…   cheers V

Disney do not call them balconies..they are verandahs……..sea cards/ passes  are called ..Key to the World. Enjoy.

Well I am  off now to go to our dress rehearsal for  the first turnaround tomorrow / Saturday.

3 hours ago, gbenjo said: Disney do not call them balconies..they are verandahs……..sea cards/ passes  are called ..Key to the World. Enjoy. Well I am  off now to go to our dress rehearsal for  the first turnaround tomorrow / Saturday.

Will you be Donald or Goofy?? 😁 Watch out those ankle biters will try to smuggle booze on board Graham 😃

30 minutes ago, beatleman said: Will you be Donald or Goofy?? 😁 Watch out those ankle biters will try to smuggle booze on board Graham 😃

I was hoping he would the Buzz Lightyear gig. To Celebrity Infinity & Beyond.

4 hours ago, beatleman said: Will you be Donald or Goofy?? 😁 Watch out those ankle biters will try to smuggle booze on board Graham 😃

Smuggle…… I dont think Pirates of the Carribean was a Disney show was it? 🤔 😂 😂

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Disney Magic at Sea is coming to New Zealand

• Posted on 12 September 2022
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It’s Official! For the first time ever, Disney Cruise Lines are heading down under for Summer 2023/24 and we couldn’t be more excited.

Disney Wonder will offer a collection of local sailings from 2 - 6 nights. Departing Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and best of all for Kiwis, Disney Wonder will also offer a short season of cruises from Auckland.

Auckland Sailings on Disney Wonder for Summer 2023

** Update Auckland sailings are now at 99% capacity, you are welcome to click Book Online to check for any cancellations. **

16 November 2023, Melbourne to Auckland one way, 5 nights

21 November 2023, Auckland roundtrip, 4 night cruise

25 November 2023, Auckland roundtrip, 3 night cruise 

28 November 2023, Auckland roundtrip, 3 night cruise

01 December 2023, Auckland roundtrip, 3 night cruise

04 December 2023, Auckland to Brisbane one way, 4 nights

Click to view available rooms & best cruise fares Note: Disney Cruises are converted from USD to NZD at time of booking. Indicative pricing shown in NZD is based on current exchange rate and subject to change without notice. 

What we love about Disney Wonder is the focus on looking after the entire family. There are amazing kids clubs, but also creative adult spaces and magical dining options 

Disney Wonder Magic at Sea

Children of all ages are looked after with dedicated age specific clubs & experiences Minimum age for children to cruise is 6 months for the AU-NZ sailings – and 12 months from the repositioning sailings from Vancouver to Hawaii and Hawaii to Sydney.

Disney's Oceaneer Club:  Children 3 to 12 years old can interact with Disney characters and each other as they explore multi-themed magical lands.

Disney's Oceaneer Lab;  Children 3 to 12 years old can play and learn at sea through imaginative themed activities and games, offered daily.

Edge;  At this activity center just for tweens, watch movies, play games, enjoy arts and crafts and more with other cruisers your age.

Vibe;   At this teens-exclusive space, chill out, listen to music, watch TV, play group games and more with cruisers your age.

"It's a Small World" Nursery;   Kids can romp, rest and do everything in between at this internationally themed childcare center.

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique ;  At this special salon, walk into your appointment as yourself and leave as a beautiful princess, courageous knight or even a famous mouse! *additional costs apply at this special salon

Tiana's Place on Disney Wonder

Fantastic Dining Options   We love the unique rotational dining concept onboard Disney Cruise Lines. With 3 main dining rooms, guests change restaurants each night and your servers change venues with you. This a great way to experience three different dining experiences and onboard Disney Wonder you are in for a real treat

Tiana’s Place Expect a rousing celebration of southern cooking and live jazz music at this restaurant inspired by The Princess and the Frog. A festive and brightly lit restaurant, where toe-tapping live jazz and iconic storytelling keep the party going nightly

Kiwis are going to love the lip-smackin’ menu of artfully prepared, Louisiana-inspired, Creole and Cajun flavours for dinner

Animator's Plate on Disney Wonder

Animator’s Palate Feast your eyes on the magic of Disney animation at this restaurant that serves up a unique dinner show starring Disney characters. Enjoy an innovative dinner show celebrating the art of storytelling where Disney characters come to life before your eyes

A savory fusion of Pacific Island foods, Asian cooking and fresh California fare paints a delicious culinary picture nightly

Triton's on Disney Wonder

Triton’s Named after the Little Mermaid’s father, Triton’s is an upscale restaurant offering fine dining “under the sea.” Expect to be immersed in the underwater kingdom of The Little Mermaid inside this elegant restaurant named after her father.

Classic American cooking for breakfast or lunch and continental cuisine with a French flair for dinner

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Disney Magic at Sea will also be available from Sydney, Brisbane & Melbourne with a choice of 2 - 6 night getaways Cruises from Sydney Sail Dates: 28/10/23, 01/11/23, 24/12/23, 28/12/23, 03/01/24, 05/01/24, 08/01/24, 12/01/24, 14/01/24, 20/01/24, 23/01/24, 12/02/24 CLICK TO VIEW AVAILABLE ROOMS & BEST FARES Cruises from Melbourne Sail dates: 03/11/23, 05/11/23, 09/11/23, 12/11/23, 16/11/23, 26/01/24, 30/01/24, 02/02/24, 05/2/24, 09/02/24 CLICK TO VIEW AVAILABLE ROOMS & BEST FARES Cruises from Brisbane Sail Dates: 08/12/23, 11/12/23, 15/12/23, 20/12/23, 22/12/23 CLICK TO VIEW AVAILABLE ROOMS & BEST FARES Talk to a Kiwi Cruise Specialist & register Now for your Disney Magic at Sea getaway   Freephone: 0800 99 44 88

Booking reservations open at 10am on Thursday 29 September and all cruises are subject to availability at time of booking. Once a cruise reservation has been secured and offered a 20% deposit is required within 4 days to confirm the booking, final payment is due no later than 90 days prior to departure. Note deposits for Suites and Concierge Staterooms are none-refundable, none transferable. Reservations will be automatically cancelled and applicable cancellation fees will be assessed if final payments are not made in time

RESERVATIONS FOR INSIDE, OUTSIDE OR VERANDAH CATEGORIES WITH RESTRICTIONS (CATEGORIES IGT, OGT, VGT) ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE. A 100% CRUISE CANCELLATION FEE APPLIES FROM TIME OF BOOKING  DEPOSITS FOR ALL SUITES.CONCIERGE STATEROOMS ARE NONE REFUNDABLE

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Commencement Date Fee Amount Categories IGT,OGT,VGT Non-Refundable, Non-Transferable 100% cancellation fee applies after booking

45 days or more Deposit per Guest for Suites/Concierge Staterooms 59 to 45 days Deposit per Guest for Non-Suites/Concierge rooms 44 to 30 days 50% of vacation price per Guest 29 to 15 days 75% of vacation price per Guest 14 days or less 100% of vacation price per Guest This cancellation fee schedule may be modified by Disney in its sole discretion upon thirty (30) days’ notice to Company.  

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Prices based on stateroom category, sail date and party size. Prices include applicable taxes/GST, port expenses and fees. Sail dates and staterooms are subject to availability. Visit cruisedeals.co.nz beginning September 26, 2022 to check current pricing, availability and itineraries. Prices shown above are not guaranteed, are subject to change without notice, and do not include optional gratuities ($29-46.50 USD per person). Prices shown above are for the following categories: Concierge Family Stateroom with Verandah (03A),Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Navigator’s Verandah (07A), Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom (09D), and Standard Inside Stateroom (11B).Ship’s Registry: The Bahamas ©Disney

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It’s not every day a new cruise line arrives. The debut of the remarkable Explora I was a moment years in the making for Explora Journeys , the upstart luxury operator that aims to bring a European sensibility to the world of vacations at sea. So far, the project is a smashing success, thanks to the ship’s low-key vibe, standout food and beverage, and intriguing itineraries that visit in-demand ports in Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Caribbean. My own August 2023 trip on Explora I , from Copenhagen to Hamburg, Germany, included fulfilling visits to places such as Oslo and the town of Stavanger, Norway, a gateway to adventurous hiking with a postcard-perfect Old Town. The ship itself was also a destination, with its abundance of outdoor space — including an alfresco fitness center — and pools at seemingly every turn. The 461 suites, all of them with balconies, are filled with luxurious touches such as Frette linens and robes, heated marble floors, and Dyson hair dryers. But Explora I truly shines when it comes to food: During the week I was aboard, it was impossible to find a bad meal — and I was often astonished at the quality of, in particular, the pasta served in the Emporium Marketplace and the sushi on offer at Sakura, two of the nine restaurants aboard. The most ambitious of them all is Anthology, a rotating-chef concept that has seen a residency from seafood whiz Mario Ulaissi, known for his Michelin three-starred restaurant on Italy's Adriatic coast, and that recently welcomed Emma Bengtsson, from Aquavit , in New York City. Much has been made of Explora I ’s Rolex boutique — the first on any cruise ship — but for my money, the other shops on board were more interesting: The company has tapped family-owned businesses around the world to create capsule collections of resort wear, handbags, fragrances, sunglasses, and beautiful gifts that can’t be found elsewhere. From $2,050 per person for a six-day sailing. Accessible ship. — Paul Brady

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Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ Seven Seas Grandeur

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Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ sixth ship, the Seven Seas Grandeur , sailed its inaugural season in December, joining sibling ships Seven Seas Explorer and Seven Seas Splendor as the newest member of the luxury fleet. The cruise line is a favorite among T+L readers for its gorgeous ships and all-inclusive pricing that covers unlimited shore excursions, dining at specialty restaurants, and even round-trip airfare. Grandeur lives up to its name thanks to stunning, art-filled spaces designed by cruise ship interior experts Studio Dado: signature restaurant Compass Rose is enchanting with interiors inspired by a fairy-tale forest; the Observation Lounge sparkles with an undulating chandelier and swanky bar; and the $11,000-per-night Regent Suite has a private en suite spa and custom Treesse mini pool. As I boarded Grandeur for the ship’s inaugural sailing, I was mesmerized by the grand staircase and glittering chandelier. And with a maximum capacity of 744 guests, I found it easy to take time to myself in the myriad of quiet spots tucked throughout the ship, whether in the Serene Spa and Wellness area, in the Library, or on the Sports Deck overlooking the ocean. Seven restaurants include specialty steakhouse Prime 7, pan-Asian restaurant Pacific Rim, and breakfast and lunch buffet La Veranda, which refines the cruise buffet experience with daily specials like paella and sushi. Several bars and lounges, a pool and hot tubs, a casino, Broadway-style productions, and cooking classes at the Culinary Arts Kitchen make the ship a destination in itself, though guests will want to take advantage of those included excursions on Caribbean, Central American, North American, and European itineraries, ranging from seven to 16 nights, during the ship’s 2024 season. From $4,669 per person for a seven-night sailing. Accessible ship. — Elizabeth Rhodes

Silversea’s Silver Nova

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Carrying 728 passengers, Silver Nova is big for the luxury sector, but boasts a hugely important metric: a capacious passenger space ratio — that is, the number of guests relative to the size of the ship. Simply put, this ship offers more elbow room per passenger than almost any other cruise vessel. Silver Nova is wrapped in glass, with an asymmetrical layout; the funnel is positioned off-center, so is the pool, offering an expansive, uncluttered pool deck. Many features of the brand-new ship recall previous Silversea successes, my favorite of which is the S.A.L.T. (Sea And Land Taste) program, expanded for Silver Nova . S.A.L.T. perks include a gorgeous, sea-facing lab for hands-on culinary lessons (at no additional cost), plus a new concept, the Chef’s Table, where an 11-course menu is prepared for just 24 diners. All facets of the S.A.L.T. ecosystem, including ingredients, a bar, lectures, and shore excursions, are keyed to the region Nova is sailing. While food is a drawing card for Silver Nova , accommodations also received a revamp. Tied to the theme of bringing the outside in, there are brilliant new suites found in the aft starboard corner of the ship, with wraparound balconies revealing a 270-degree view.  This is where you can tuck me in when I win the lottery and head off on a world cruise. But until then, Silver Nova will summer in Alaska and spend northern hemisphere winters in Australia and New Zealand, places where top-deck views should prove ceaselessly rewarding. From $3,250 per person for a seven-night sailing. Accessible ship. — David Swanson

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How Much Does a Cruise Cost?

The average cost of a cruise varies by ship, destination, trip length and more. Use this guide to learn more about cruise costs.

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With the rising cost of everything, including travel, cruise fares – some as low as $26 per person per night based on double occupancy – seem like an incredible bargain. And they certainly can be, but the fares you see advertised online often don't include extras like taxes, fees, port expenses, gratuities, shore excursions, specialty dining, alcoholic beverages, specialty coffees, room service fees and more.

Cruise pricing can be confusing with so many variables; unless you're sailing with a smaller luxury line that is all-inclusive , your bill on the day of disembarkation may be unexpected or even shocking. Small things like buying bottled water or renting noodles for floating in the ocean at a cruise line's private island can add up quickly. To help you plan better for a cruise vacation , U.S. News has broken down some of the costs and add-ons you need to take into consideration before booking your next getaway on the high seas.

How much does a one-week cruise cost?

A cruise can cost anywhere from about $171 per person for a four-night Bahamas cruise to up to $94,999 per person for a 154-night world cruise and anywhere in between. Cruise fares vary based on itinerary, number of nights, cabin type, amenities and cruise line. Here are a few examples of base cruise cost ranges on larger cruise lines for various regions:

• A seven-night Caribbean cruise in November costs approximately $424 to $1,158 per person.
• A seven-night Alaska cruise in May costs approximately $244 to $1,632 per person.
• A seven-night Western Mediterranean cruise in June costs approximately $439 to $3,218 per person.
• A seven-night Mexico cruise in January costs approximately $529 to $695 per person.
• A seven-night Canada and New England cruise in October costs approximately $470 to $954 per person.

What's included in the base fare with a larger cruise line?

Mass-market cruise lines such as Royal Caribbean International , Norwegian Cruise Line , MSC Cruises and Carnival Cruise Line – and more upscale lines like Celebrity Cruises , Holland America Line , Cunard Line , Disney Cruise Line and Princess Cruises – advertise "starting from" base fares, which are for inside cabins. These are the least expensive staterooms on the ship, and they do not have windows. Staying in these accommodations still gives you access to all the complimentary dining venues, several types of nonalcoholic beverages (nonbottled water, iced tea, lemonade, juices, hot coffee and tea), the ship's pools, the gym, kids clubs and onboard entertainment.

If you want a room with a view – or a larger stateroom – consider booking an ocean view room with a porthole or window, or a cabin with a balcony or veranda. With these rooms, you'll have access to all the ship's included amenities and typically more spacious accommodations for the week. Of course, this option will come at a higher price point.

No matter which room category you choose, port expenses, taxes and fees are not included in the base fares, and they're automatically added to the cost of your cruise. The amount of these charges will depend on the length of your cruise and where you're sailing. Gratuities for the staff and crew are also additional.

Find the best value sailings on  GoToSea , a service of U.S. News.

What if you want more amenities and perks?

If you splurge on a suite or a higher room category, such as Celebrity's Concierge Class, you'll get perks like priority embarkation, a Welcome Aboard Concierge Class Lunch, complimentary sparkling wine and daily tastings (upon request), concierge service, invitations to exclusive destination seminars, pillow selection and more.

With Disney Cruise Line's Concierge Staterooms and Suites, guests have a dedicated concierge agent offering personalized assistance for pre-arrival planning for port adventures, dining reservations, other onboard activities and special requests. You'll also have priority check-in and boarding, complimentary Wi-Fi, access to a private lounge, and other perks.

You may opt to stay within an exclusive area of the ship, such as MSC Cruises' Yacht Club, Norwegian's The Haven or Celebrity's The Retreat. These high-end private retreats offer an all-inclusive experience with additional features, while still including access to all the entertainment, dining venues and more on board. The accommodations can cost hundreds more dollars per day, but you'll have an experience similar to sailing on a small luxury vessel.

For example, the MSC Yacht Club offers an intimate all-inclusive space within its larger ships. The private area is accessible with a key card and features luxurious suites, a dedicated concierge, 24-hour butler service, a private restaurant and lounge, a rooftop pool, and other amenities. There are also additional dining and snack options throughout the day at the pool and lounge.

You'll find similar amenities in Norwegian's and Celebrity's private retreats, including priority boarding and disembarkation, exclusive sun deck areas, and priority access when boarding tenders for going ashore.

What factors determine pricing?

Base pricing and the additional components vary greatly among the cruise lines, so you'll need to determine what your budget is for the trip – and what you can and can't live without when it comes to accommodations and amenities. Travelers may also find that one cruise line has a deal or promotion with reduced pricing that includes airfare, specialty dining, a beverage package, free Wi-Fi or other perks in the advertised rate, while another line isn't running any specials for a similar itinerary. 

Voyages on older cruise ships tend to be less expensive, so if you're on a tight budget, consider a ship with fewer bells and whistles. If you're sailing on a short itinerary in the Bahamas and plan to lounge by the pool or on the beach all day, you may not be concerned about having high-tech onboard amenities, martini bars and several specialty restaurants.

Save the money to splurge on more expensive fares when you're planning to sail on longer voyages on larger and newer ships. You'll want several days at sea to enjoy the onboard amenities on some vessels, such as a three-level racetrack and a 10-story-tall slides on a new ship like Norwegian Prima or its new sister ship, Norwegian Viva, set to debut in summer 2023.

Another significant factor to consider is the time of year you want to travel. Better deals are available in the offseason, but the offseason varies depending on what part of the world you're traveling to. For example, May is a great time to find a deal in the Caribbean. The offseason – or shoulder season – in that market typically runs from May to November. However, keep in mind this period overlaps with hurricane season .

You also may be able to find last-minute deals in many other destinations if you're flexible. Working with a travel agent is an excellent way to learn of last-minute specials and cruise deals that offer add-ons like beverage packages, specialty dining inclusions, shore excursions and other perks. You can also check out the online specials that change frequently.

Read: The Best Cruise Lines for the Money

Solo travelers may pay more

If you're traveling alone , you may also need to factor in a single supplement, which can add up to as much as 100% of the cruise fare. To save money, bring a friend so you can access the lower double occupancy fare or consider lines that feature rooms for solo travelers; select Royal Caribbean, Norwegian and Celebrity ships offer solo cabins.

These smaller accommodations – around 100 to 200 square feet in size – are priced and designed for solo travelers. Key card access to Norwegian's Studio Complex and Lounge is included with the line's solo cabins and offers a place to relax and mix and mingle with other cruisers. Other lines that offer solo cabins include Holland America, MSC and Virgin Voyages . While the price may not be as inexpensive as the double occupancy fare when traveling with someone else, these accommodations offer some savings over a typical solo fare.

Some lines often feature special deals on select sailings where the single supplement is waived or reduced. A knowledgeable travel agent specializing in cruises can assist in finding the best offers for solo travelers.

Read: The Top Cruise Lines for Solo Travelers

Kids cruise free promotions can help families save

If you're traveling with kids, many cruise lines – such as Holland America, MSC, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean, Disney and Princess – offer "kids sail free" promotions periodically throughout the year. You can also find discounted fares for the kids on select sailings. Regent Seven Seas Cruises has fares as low as $999 for children 17 and younger on a variety of select voyages whose regular fares are around $6,000 and up. This fare also includes unlimited shore excursions and all the benefits and perks of sailing with an all-inclusive luxury cruise line.

Read: The Top Cruises for Babies and Toddlers

Food and beverage packages are another expense to consider

Once you determine your total cruise fare with the taxes, fees, port charges and gratuities, you'll need to budget for the additional expenses you'll have on the ship – and these extras can add up quickly. Meals at specialty dining venues , alcoholic drinks and other beverages may not be covered in the basic cruise fare. You'll also have to pay for room service on most ships.

You can purchase specialty dining, beverage and Wi-Fi packages before or during your cruise. These packages offer savings over purchasing everything individually – and it's best to buy them once you book your cruise, as they're typically cheaper to purchase before you board the ship. For an example of the savings, Royal Caribbean offers up to a 40% discount with a dining package. This package includes reduced pricing for children ages 6 to 12, while kids 5 and younger eat for free. The cruise line's unlimited dining package also offers discounts on bottles of wine.

In addition to specialty dining venues that charge a flat fee – usually between $30 to $50 – there are also restaurants that charge as much as $75 or more for dinner. Other venues feature a la carte menus with sushi, bar food and even steakhouses that price out individual courses. Some of these may not include gratuity, so that's another add-on. If you decide to dine at any of these spots – and they're not included in your package – you'll have to budget for them in the total cruise price. Enticing dessert items in the gelato and ice cream shops on some ships also come with a price, including Coco's and Dolce Gelato on Norwegian or MSC's Venchi.

There are endless options when considering beverage packages, too, so you need choose what fits best with your interests and budget. Some of the package options are only for nonalcoholic drinks like fountain sodas, sparkling waters and coffees, while premium or deluxe beverage packages cover beer, wine and cocktails, so they are more expensive. Depending on the cruise line, most premium packages will usually cover drinks up to $15, but many craft cocktails on cruise ships can be quite expensive, costing much more, especially if you request a call brand for the liquor. If you have the premium package and want to splurge on the fancy beverage, you'll have to pay the difference.

Other lines have packages that cover top-shelf beverages of up to $20 each and include wine, large bottles of water and soda, and other perks. You'll need to budget around $85 per person per day for this option – and an additional 18% gratuity. This type of package can add up to quite a bit of money on a seven-day cruise or longer.

For additional savings, look into bundle pricing that includes specialty dining, Wi-Fi, photos and more. Purchasing them together may be more cost-effective. For example, Holland America offers a "Have It All" package that encompasses a shore excursion credit, a signature beverage package (including the service charge), one evening of specialty dining and Wi-Fi. If you're sailing on longer cruises of 10 to 21 days or more, the benefits increase. The line estimates savings of 50% when you purchase this bundle.

While these packages may not always work out in your favor, you'll at least know what your dining, imbibing, excursions, Wi-Fi and even additional activities on the cruise will cost.

Read: Cruise Drink Packages: Your Options by Cruise Line

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Additional costs on a cruise ship

Cruisers will also incur additional fees from excursions, fitness classes, spa treatments, access to thermal spa rooms, babysitting services, ship tours, wine tastings, cocktail demonstrations, cooking classes, laundry services, and some entertainment venues and activities on the ship – such as Norwegian's racetrack and Carnival's first roller coaster at sea, BOLT. See some of the more popular added costs you'll want to consider below.

Wi-Fi access

If you need Wi-Fi during the cruise, that's another cost to factor into the total price. Here are two examples of pricing for internet plans for two cruise lines.

Carnival offers three options for Wi-Fi, using Starlink. The basic Social Wi-Fi Plan gives you access certain social media channels like Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Twitter, WhatsApp and more starting at $12.75 per day per person. The cost increases to $17 per day per person with the Value Wi-Fi Plan. This option gives you access to your email and to sites for weather, news, finance and more. It does not support Skype or music and video streaming services like Spotify and Netflix during your cruise.

Carnival's Premium Wi-Fi Plan starts at $18.70 per person per day and offers speeds up to three times faster than the Value plan. With this plan you can make Zoom calls and use Skype. For all three of these plans, you can save 15% off the total price if you book in advance of your trip.

Celebrity also uses Starlink. The line's "Always Included" fare includes basic internet, a classic drink package and gratuities. If you don't book that fare, Wi-Fi plans range from $20 per day for basic service to premium Wi-Fi at $35 per day.

• Shore excursions

If you're traveling to far-flung or new destinations, you'll want to book shore excursions. Cruise lines recommend that you book excursions directly with them rather than hiring an independent tour company or operator, but it can be more expensive to book tours through the cruise line.

However, if you experienced a delay on an independent tour and couldn't get back to the ship on time, there's a chance you could get left behind if you're not on a ship-sponsored tour. If you decide to go with a private tour guide, be sure to book an excursion where you'll arrive back at the ship with plenty of time to spare before the vessel departs for the next destination. Most tour operators in busy cruise ports work with the cruise ship schedules all the time, so you should be fine with a reputable independent guide.

Some trips last an entire day or are once-in-a-lifetime adventures like dog-sledding on a glacier in Alaska or taking a helicopter ride in Iceland. These types of excursions can be costly, ranging anywhere from hundreds to even thousands of dollars.

If these types of experiences are not in your budget, then look for historic walking or panoramic driving tours. These excursions are shorter in duration and typically the least expensive tours available on the cruise. Most of these types of tours will cost less than $100. And, of course, there are always other options available that range between the lower and higher price range of excursions.

If your ship is docked directly in the town or city, then you'll be able to explore off the ship on your own for free. Some cruise lines also offer complimentary shuttle buses into town, or a round-trip ride for a nominal fee, if it's not within walking distance of the ship. That's another less expensive option for you to sightsee, shop or grab lunch in town.

Transportation

Transportation is another expense that's often overlooked in the total cost of a cruise. Consider if you'll be driving or flying to the cruise port. If you're driving, you'll have to pay for gas and parking at the port – and maybe a hotel the night before the cruise, depending on when you arrive and when your ship is scheduled to set sail. Don't forget the meals or beverages you'll purchase on the way.

If you're flying to the port, especially on a long-distance flight, it's best to come in a day early. In that case, you'll also have to pay for a hotel, transfers from the airport to the hotel and then a transfer (private hire, Uber or cab) to the ship's terminal. There will also be meals to budget for while you're in town before the cruise and a ride back to the airport after the cruise.

Souvenirs or forgotten items

Don't forget to account for purchases on the ship. Items that you forgot to bring from home will be more expensive on the ship. It's also easy to run up the bill when buying souvenirs for yourself or the kids. It's a good idea to periodically check your bill online or with guest services to see the current balance. You can keep a running tab of what you've billed to your stateroom – and also make sure that the charges are correct.

Cruise pricing checklist

To sum it up, here's a checklist of major items that will help you to compare costs across cruise lines and tally up the total cost of a cruise:

• Base cruise price
• Taxes, fees, gratuities and port expenses
• Specialty dining
• Beverage package
• Optional activities
• Miscellaneous expenses
• Air or ground travel to the port
• Hotel prior to embarking

If you don't want to budget for all the individual expenses related to a cruise – and you don't need the over-the-top entertainment of a larger cruise ship – consider booking a mostly all-inclusive or fully all-inclusive cruise with a luxury cruise line . These cruise lines include almost everything in your cruise fare.

Mostly all-inclusive cruises

One option for a mostly all-inclusive cruise is Viking Ocean Cruises . The line's nine all-veranda ocean-going vessels accommodate 930 passengers – and all of Viking's ships feature the same categories of staterooms and suites, dining, lounges, and entertainment venues across the fleet. The ships offer an immersive cultural curriculum on board with regional dishes, destination performances and enrichment lectures.

Viking's fares include veranda accommodations, port taxes and fees, free Wi-Fi, access to The Nordic Spa and fitness center, 24-hour room service, ground transportation (if you book airfare with Viking), and one complimentary excursion in each port. You'll also have complimentary alternative dining options and free beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board the ship. Specialty coffees, teas and bottled water are available 24 hours a day at no extra charge. Guests are also invited to a welcome cocktail party and farewell reception.

If you like to have an aperitif before your evening meal or an after-dinner cocktail, those beverages will be at an additional cost. You'll also need to budget for any optional shore excursions that are not included in the fare.

Keep in mind that Viking is an adults-only cruise line, so children younger than 18 are not permitted.

Read:  The Best Adults-Only Cruises

All-inclusive cruises

Silversea Cruises , Regent Seven Seas and Seabourn Cruise Line boast all-inclusive luxury experiences with shipwide amenities such as ocean-facing suites, butlers, premium spirits, fully stocked in-suite bars, no tipping and complimentary dining at world-class restaurants.

Additional perks with Regent Seven Seas include complimentary shore excursions, free two- or three-night land programs, a free one-night hotel stay before the cruise departure, transfers from the airport to the ship, and business class or economy airfare, depending on the destination.

Silversea offers door-to-door arrangements where everything is handled by the cruise line. You can also opt for a port-to-port all-inclusive rate if you prefer to make your own travel arrangements. If you're on one of the cruise line's expedition cruises, fares will include a pre- or post-cruise hotel stay. All Silversea fares cover a selection of complimentary shore excursions in each port.

If you're interested in an even smaller ship – and are sailing to the Caribbean or Mediterranean – SeaDream Yacht Club features an intimate luxury experience on its two 56-stateroom yachts. The fares include top-notch cuisine, open bar and gratuities, complimentary daily yoga, access to water sports activities and nightly movies under the stars.

Read: The Top Cruises on Small Ships

How much does a luxury cruise cost for two?

If you want to go on a mostly adults-only luxury ship, what can you expect to pay for two people? This will depend on the ship, where you want to sail and for how long – and what amenities are included in the fare.

For a seven-night cruise in the Baltic region in June with Regent Seven Seas, an all-inclusive fare with suite accommodations is $12,540 ($6,270 per person). There are also additional perks available, depending on where you book the cruise. Some of the extras include a cash-back offer, a two-category upgrade and shipboard credit.

Silversea has a similar itinerary in June, and the fare also comes with added perks for $13,860 for two people ($6,930 per person) in suite accommodations.

While the price tag may seem high, compare the total cost with the base fare on a larger cruise ship and then add in all the extras.

See the top cruises on  GoToSea .

The bottom line

The average cost of a cruise is all over the map – and there are many variables to consider. Hiring a cruise specialist to navigate the rough waters may be your best option. Cruise specialists are also privy to special deals and incentives that you may not be able to access on your own.

Travel agents can also advise you of promotions that may include free specialty dining, beverage packages, complimentary Wi-Fi, shore excursions, discounts on solo and family travel, and more. This approach will save you the hassle of searching online or calling the individual cruise companies to check on what specials are available.

If you'd rather have one price with everything included so there's little room for surprises at the end of the trip, consider a mostly or fully all-inclusive cruise fare. If you don't need waterslides for the kids, big Broadway shows and high-tech entertainment, opt for a cruise on a small luxury line.

When doing the math and comparing the costs, you might be surprised how similar in price cruising with a larger mass-market cruise line and a smaller luxury line can be. In the end, your decision will come down to your personal preferences and what you value most for your cruise vacation.

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Suri Cruise was once the most famous baby in America.

The arrival of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes’ daughter on April 18, 2006, sparked a global frenzy for the first glimpse of the A-list infant.

But it wasn’t until five months after her birth that she made her debut — on the cover of Vanity Fair, wrapped in the arms of her doting parents, in glossy photos taken by photographer to the stars, Annie Leibovitz.

Now she turns 18 this week and faces a choice: Whether to return to the level of fame she had as a kid — when there were blogs devoted to her fashion — or maintain the carefully-guarded life Holmes has built for her since she blindsided Cruise by filing for divorce.

The dark-haired teen has grown up in Manhattan largely shielded from the spotlight by her loving and highly protective mum, 45, far removed from her 60-year-old father’s Church of Scientology.

As Page Six revealed last year, Suri is estranged from her famous father and the pair have no relationship.

An industry source told us this week that the Mission: Impossible star has not seen Suri since 2012. “Katie has safeguarded Suri and she’s a devoted mum,” the source said.

“This is a girl who is a private citizen. She hasn’t lived her life in public.”

Holmes told Glamour magazine in 2023 that she likes to “protect” Suri from the public eye “because she was so visible at a young age.”

“I’m very grateful to be a parent, to be her parent. She’s an incredible person. She’s my heart,” she added.

Being the only daughter of a protective single parent is a stark contrast to how Suri’s life began, of course.

“My whole life I always wanted to be a father,” Cruise gushed to VF back in 2006.

“I always said to myself that my children would be able to depend on me and I would always be there for them and love them — that I’d never make a promise to my kids that I couldn’t keep.

“I’m not one of those people who believe you can spoil a child with too much love. You can never give a child too much love. There’s just no way.”

He already had two adopted children, Bella, now 31, and Connor, now 29, from his marriage to Nicole Kidman and after her Vanity Fair debut was happy to parade Suri for the paparazzi.

Cruise had famously declared their romance by jumping up and down on Oprah Winfrey’s couch in May 2005, yelling “I’m in love!”

But when Suri was just 6, Holmes filed for divorce after six years of marriage with the help of her dad, Martin Holmes, a fierce lawyer, and through a secret plan that entailed using burner phones.

Cruise was taken completely by surprise by the filing while he was on the set of Oblivion in Iceland in June 2012.

He and Suri were last seen together at Disney World in the summer of 2012.

In November 2013, during a deposition in his $US50 million court battle against a pair of tabloid magazines, the Top Gun star admitted that Holmes had filed for divorce “to protect Suri from Scientology,” court documents revealed.

Despite not having a relationship; as per their divorce agreement, Cruise, who has an estimated $US600 million fortune, agreed to pay Holmes $US400,000 a year until Suri turns 18 as well as future “medical, dental, insurance, education, college and other extra-curricular costs”.

Scientology lies at the heart of the question over Suri’s future.

Holmes, who rose to fame in the TV hit, Dawson’s Creek , is believed to have signed multiple nondisclosure documents that will prevent her from ever talking about her marriage to Cruise — and her time inside Scientology.

But when Suri turns 18, NY state declares that she is at the age of majority, when an individual is legally considered an adult.

That would allow her to speak about her father, his beliefs and their rift.

Tony Ortega, who has covered Scientology in depth for decades, told Page Six, “Suri would have been too young to sign any agreement, but she will now be free to talk if she wants to and it’s going to be really interesting if she has something to say.”

We have reached out to reps for Cruise, Holmes and the Church of Scientology.

“Part of why Katie left when she did when Suri was 6 was that Katie would have seen Isabella and Connor going through Scientology,” said Ortega.

Cruise is of course Scientology’s most famous follower and seen as one of its most powerful figures, possibly second only to its leader, David Miscavige.

That power has led Ortega and former Scientologists to question what action Miscavige and other top Scientologists may have taken against Holmes and her daughter.

Regular members who quit are declared “suppressive persons (SP)” and those who stay in Scientology are told to completely cut them off.

“We don’t know for sure if Katie was ever declared an SP,” Ortega said.

“If you are a regular church member you could be told to disconnect from your wife and daughter, but because Tom is a celebrity — he’s the top celebrity — he gets to ignore all this stuff.

“Your average member would be kicked out, but David Miscavige can’t do that with Tom.”

Both Mike Rinder and Jeff Augustine, two high-profile former Scientologists, agreed with this claim.

Augustine is married to Karen de la Carriere, who was one of the highest-ranking church leaders until she left in 2010 and told Page Six, “The situation with Suri is a larger story about Scientology and the subject of how they make people no longer useful to them or threats to them non-persons.

“It’s like they cease to exist and that’s what happened to Suri.”

Back in August 2020, Leah Remini — one of the most famous celebrities to leave and speak out against Scientology — told us that she believed Cruise, who now lives mainly in the UK, was waiting until Suri is older so he could indoctrinate her into Scientology.

Remini, who attended Cruise and Holmes’ November 2006 Italian wedding at the 15th-century Odescalchi Castle, said, “I’m sure his master plan is to wait until Suri gets older so that he can lure her into Scientology and away from her mother.”

Suri has tiptoed very gently into her parents’ showbusiness world while attending her exclusive Manhattan day school, singing B lue Moon in the opening credits of Holmes’ 2022 movie, Alone Together.

“I always want the highest level of talent,” Holmes said. “So I asked her! She’s very, very talented. She said she would do it and she recorded it, and I let her do her thing.”

Suri also sang in the film Rare Objects , which Holmes also directed.

Holmes will this year return to Broadway in a revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town .

She has not remarried but had a six-year romance with actor Jamie Foxx which she kept under the radar before their split in August 2019 and went on to have a brief fling with Nolita restaurateur Emilio Vitolo Jr. in 2021.

Holmes is careful not to speak out too much about her daughter, who is now preparing for college, once saying, “She came out very strong — she’s always been a strong personality.”

But she is now getting ready for her daughter to leave the nest.

“You want them to stay with you forever, but they’re these amazing beings, and you have to do everything you can to give them what they need — and then they’re going to go,” she told Town & Country in 2017.

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“And that’s going to be very, very sad for me.”

As for the future, former Scientology spokesperson Mike Rinder, who has not seen his own two eldest children since he quit the organisation, told Page Six, “Suri is not a Scientologist and never will be … she deserves love and sympathy.”

This story originally appeared on Page Six and is republished here with permission.

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VIDEO: Disney Fantasy Departs Port Canaveral – November 25, 2023

A look at the Disney Fantasy’s sail away from Port Canaveral on Saturday, November 25, 2023. The ship departed on a 7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise with scheduled stops in Tortola, St. Thomas, and Castaway Cay.

Below are some photos of the Disney Fantasy as she was leaving the port on Saturday. If you look closely, you can see a SpaceX Falcon booster sitting on the autonomous spaceport drone ship, A Shortfall of Gravitas .

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One Reply to “VIDEO: Disney Fantasy Departs Port Canaveral – November 25, 2023”

Thank you Scott for posting the video/pictures from this cruise. We were aboard. Just got home today????. There was a time when Plz would show the sail always. But now they charge. We had an absolute blast. But it was at full capacity. Oh we saw Wishes. It was a great movie.

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