Disney Cruise Plans an “Enchanting Gift” for Guests

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Disney Dream images from the cruise, including restaurant, castle, waterslide

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Disney Cruise plans are a thing of dreams, and any chance to add to that Disney magic is something special. Luckily, a group of Disney Cruise Line guests are receiving a one-of-a-kind Disney wonder.

Disney Fantasy Dining Enchanted Garden
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Disney Cruise Ship Theme Park Alternative Gaining Popularity

According to the Dorset Echo, the Disney Dream arrived at the Portland Harbour on September 16, 2023, in the early hours. The Disney Dream plans to play “Wish Upon a Star” when it departs. News outlets report this as a magical Disney Cruise Line leaving an “enchanting gift.”

Disney Fantasy Shows, Premiering on the Disney Dream and headlining the musical repertoire is Disney's Believe.
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A famous example is the Disney Treasure that’s grown popular recently. Yet those are expected events. It’s the unforeseen that makes things unique. This event is one of those special moments where the Disney Dream brings a classic United States song by ship across the (huge) pond.

Disney Dreamers Academy students in front of Cinderella Castle
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Marking the Walt Disney Cruise Line Wonder’s First Arrival in Dorset

Most recently, the on-sea theme park Disney Dream visited Cobh in Ireland, later taking the ship to Portland. It shows that Walt Disney World can develop an international presence through the cruise line. That’s one of many features that make cruises so desirable.

A family meets Spider-Man while dining on the Disney Treasure
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The opportunity to get the advantage of a Disney Cruise Vacation is the ability to experience both crowds and distance. Disney entertainment abounds on any cruise ship under Mickey Mouse’s purview, whether it’s a Caribbean cruise or a trek to New Zealand.

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Disney Cruise Line announces itinerary for new cruises in 2025, magic lamp dusting to a scene from a cruise with Mickey mouse below
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While the Disney Cruise Line adventures can take guests worldwide, this is the first time that the Disney Dream arrived at Portland Harbour. It will depart at around 6:30 p.m. local time, after the performance of the iconic Disney song.

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ original fairytale adventure “Wish” is an all-new story is set in the magical kingdom of Rosas, where Asha, an optimist with a sharp wit and a deep caring for her community, turns to the sky in a moment of need, and makes a wish. Asha’s plea is answered by a cosmic force, a little ball of boundless energy, Star. Together, they will face the most formidable of foes to save her community and prove that when the will of one courageous human connects with the magic of the stars – wondrous things can happen. The voice cast includes Ariana DeBose as Asha and Alan Tudyk as the pajama-wearing goat, Valentino. Featuring original songs by Julia Michaels, “Wish” is helmed by Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn, and produced by Peter Del Vecho and Juan Pablo Reyes. The feature film releases Fall 2023.
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About the Disney Dream

The Disney Dream is more than a phrase. It’s the vessel’s name. Each of the different on-ocean theme park options is different. The cruise ships that the Walt Disney World Company uses are individuated specially.

A family enjoying the Disney Cruise Line stop-off at Castaway Cay
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What Makes the Disney Dream Special

In the past, Portland saw the Disney Magic and the Disney Wonder. These two cruise ship options are fantastic but pale in comparison to the Disney Dream. It’s 40% larger, after all.

Featuring 14 public decks and 18 total, it features a stainless steel and fiberglass Sorcerer Mickey Mouse. During its adventures, the Dorset-bound Disney Cruise Line ship provided ample entertainment.

It regaled guests with musicals to emulate the feeling of a Disney movie. It has a nine-hole golf course, two theatres, and a full-sized basketball court.

Disney Parks have a new international contender in Bali
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Its AquaDuck is a 765-foot water coaster ending in a lazy river. The Disney Dream appears to live up to standards with something for everyone. The amenities and ease of cruise ship options lend an added benefit.

However, the Disney cruise cost is generally higher than an average vacation to the theme park. The result? More time planning and preparing to set sail on the Disney Dream.

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