We’re among the first to sail on the new Disney Treasure. Here’s what to expect.
Like Aladdin invites Jasmine to a whole new world, guests are invited to experience their favorite Disney films and theme park attractions in a new way aboard Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Treasure.
Whether they’re stepping into the palatial Grand Hall inspired by “Aladdin” or sitting back at the Skipper Society lounge, with skippers from the Jungle Cruise ride, guests will feel like they’re part of the story.
USA TODAY was invited to be among the first to sail on the Disney Treasure ahead of its maiden voyage. Here’s what travelers should know.
What is special about the Disney Treasure?
The Disney Treasure isn’t just a ship for Disney lovers, it’s also for those of us who love Disney parks, with numerous spaces on board designed in tribute to the parks. Beyond Skipper Society, the ship is home to the Periscope Pub, inspired by 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, which was both a Disney film and ride, sunsetted at Walt Disney World but remaining at Tokyo DisneySea.
It also houses the Haunted Mansion Parlor, Disney’s first lounge designed in homage to the popular attraction. An attraction unto itself, the parlor is jam-packed with Easter eggs from its namesake ride, as well as a new storyline centered on a ship captain and his spooky bride. Guests can easily spend an hour inside, marveling at how the portraits' eyes move and their subjects’ appearances decay over time, then come back to discover something new, by sitting elsewhere in the room.
Other ship experiences are inspired by films, such as the live musical dinner show Plaza de Coco, Disney’s first stage adaptation of "Moana" and Scat Cat Lounge, which pays tribute to “The Aristocats.”
What’s new aboard the Disney Treasure?
◾ Disney The Tale of Moana show.
◾ Plaza de Coco.
◾ “Marvel Celebration of Heroes: Groot Remix,” unique to the ship, which is part of the Worlds of Marvel interactive dining experience.
◾ Adventure-themed decor in the 1923 restaurant.
◾ Haunted Mansion Parlor.
◾ Skipper Society.
◾ Periscope Pub.
◾ Scat Cat Lounge.
◾ Jumbeaux’s Sweets, a treat shop inspired by “Zootopia.”
◾ Jade Cricket Café, inspired by “Mulan.”
◾ Heihei Cafe, inspired by “Moana.”
◾ Sarabi, a mixed-use entertainment space with a light “Lion King” theme.
◾ The Grand Hall, which features a soaring ceiling, an interactive chandelier and a statue of Aladdin and Jasmine on the Magic Carpet
◾ Curse of the Golden Egg, a new animated short that plays on the AquaMouse water slide.
◾ New stateroom themes. Traditional staterooms are inspired by “Aladdin,” “Pocahontas,” “Encanto,” “Up,” “Finding Nemo” and “Luca” while concierge staterooms are themed around “Lion King.” There’s also an EPCOT-inspired Tomorrow Tower Suite and four Royal Suites: two inspired by Rajah, the tiger from “Aladdin,” and two inspired by Bagheera, the panther in “The Jungle Book.”
What will guests recognize from other Disney ships?
◾ Beauty and the Beast show.
◾ Disney Seas the Adventure show.
◾ Enchanté by Chef Arnaud Lallement, an adults-only restaurant.
◾ Palo Steakhouse, also adults-only.
◾ Marceline Market buffet.
◾ Mickey & Friends Festival of Foods quick-service food stalls.
◾ The Rose cocktail lounge.
◾ Kids clubs, which include the It’s a Small World Nursery, Disney’s Oceaneer Club, Edge and Vibe.
◾ The Wonderland and Never Land Cinemas movie theaters, which show new Disney films the same day they premiere on land.
◾ Hero Zone sports arena.
◾ Quiet Cove adults-only pool area.
◾ “Toy Story” Splash Zone.
◾ Pirate’s Rockin’ Parlay Party.
◾ Hook’s Barbery barber shop.
◾ Senses Spa and Senses Fitness center.
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Where will Disney Treasure sail?
The Disney Treasure will sail seven-night itineraries in the Eastern and Western Caribbean from its home port of Port Canaveral, Florida.
How many passengers fit on the Disney Treasure?
The Disney Treasure has a capacity of 4,000 passengers and 1,555 crew, according to Disney Cruise Line.
How much will a Disney Treasure cruise cost?
Prices vary by date and the number of guests sharing a cabin, but the lowest, non-discounted price for two adults in an inside stateroom on a seven-night sailing was listed at $4,361 as of Dec. 9. That’s total for the stateroom – not per person – including all taxes, fees and port charges. Less expensive options may have been previously available but are sold out.
What is the Disney Treasure’s sister ship?
Disney Treasure is Disney Cruise Line’s sixth ship.
It’s a sister ship of the Disney Wish, which debuted in 2022.
What Disney ship is coming after the Treasure?
The Disney Destiny, another ship in the Wish style of ships, will mark its maiden voyage on Nov. 20, 2025, sailing to the Bahamas and Western Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
The Disney Adventure will debut on Dec. 15, 2025, with a home port of Singapore.
Disney is also partnering with Oriental Land Co., which owns the Tokyo Disney Resort, on an OLC-owned ship inspired by the Disney Wish. It’s expected to begin sailing out of Japan in 2029.
Four more ships are expected to launch between 2027 and 2031.
“The demand on our existing cruise fleet is very, very high, so we know there's a big opportunity here to invest aggressively in incremental cruise ships,” Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro told USA TODAY when the latest fleet expansion was announced at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event over the summer.
The reporter on this story received access from Disney Cruise Line. USA TODAY maintains editorial control of content.
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