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Disney Believe: Everything to Know About Disney Cruise Line's Newest Ship (Plus Key Booking Dates)
Disney Cruise Line just announced its newest ship, the Disney Believe, and bookings open in phases starting this week. If you have been dreaming of adding a Disney cruise to your travel plans, here is everything you need to know, including exactly when you can book.
What Is the Disney Believe?
The Disney Believe is Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, homeporting out of Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale. Its maiden voyage is a 5-night Bahamian cruise on December 18, 2027. After the inaugural season, the ship will offer 4 and 5-night cruises from Fort Lauderdale to the Bahamas and the Caribbean.
When Can You Book the Disney Believe?
Booking opens in phases, all beginning at 8:00 a.m. ET on the listed day:
| Date | Who Can Book |
|---|---|
| Monday, October 12, 2026 | Pearl Castaway Club members |
| Tuesday, October 13, 2026 | Platinum Castaway Club members |
| Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | Gold Castaway Club members |
| Thursday, October 15, 2026 | Silver Castaway Club members, eligible Disney Vacation Club members, and Adventure Insiders |
| Monday, October 19, 2026 | General public |
If you have sailed with Disney before, your Castaway Club status determines your booking day. If this will be your first Disney cruise, you can book starting October 19. Either way, working with an advisor means you do not have to track every phase yourself.
Where Does the Disney Believe Sail?
All Disney Believe sailings depart from Fort Lauderdale, with stops including Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, Disney Castaway Cay, Nassau, and Cozumel. There are 29 inaugural sailings scheduled from late 2027 into early 2028, with fares starting at $2,683 for two guests.
What's Onboard the Disney Believe?
- A Moana-inspired Grand Hall
- An Encanto signature Broadway-style stage show
- A new Frozen dinner show featuring Oaken
- A Haunted Mansion Parlor
- Inside Out: Joyful Sweets, themed to Inside Out 2
- A Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs lounge
What to Know About Booking the Inaugural Season
- A 10% non-refundable deposit is due by 11:59 p.m. ET on the day you book.
- Final payment is due 120 days before sailing for suites and Concierge-level staterooms, and 90 days before for all other staterooms.
- The Vacation Protection Plan must be paid in full at the time of booking. It cannot be added later.
- Sail dates cannot be changed once booked. Guests who want a different date must cancel and rebook.
- The primary guest on the reservation must stay on it.
- Offers, discounts, and future cruise credits cannot be combined with inaugural season bookings.
- If you already have a Disney cruise booked, that reservation can be moved to a Disney Believe maiden voyage sailing.
Why Work With an Advisor for This One
Advisor tip
Because of the strict inaugural booking rules (the non-refundable deposit, the locked sail dates, the narrow final payment windows), this is exactly the kind of booking where having someone watching the details for you pays off. We track every phase of the booking window, help you understand which sailing and stateroom actually fits your family best, and stay by your side through final payment and beyond. Booking through an advisor means you are not the one who has to keep track of every deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do bookings open for the Disney Believe?
Booking opens in phases starting October 12, 2026 for Pearl Castaway Club members, followed by Platinum, Gold, and Silver Castaway Club tiers, eligible Disney Vacation Club members, and Adventure Insiders through October 15. General public booking opens October 19, 2026.
When does the Disney Believe set sail?
Its maiden voyage is a 5-night Bahamian cruise on December 18, 2027, departing from Fort Lauderdale.
Where does the Disney Believe sail to?
After the inaugural season, the ship offers 4 and 5-night cruises from Fort Lauderdale to the Bahamas and the Caribbean, with stops at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, Disney Castaway Cay, Nassau, and Cozumel.
What's new onboard the Disney Believe?
Highlights include a Moana-inspired Grand Hall, an Encanto stage show, a Frozen dinner show featuring Oaken, a Haunted Mansion Parlor, Inside Out: Joyful Sweets, and a Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs lounge.
Do I need to book the day my Castaway Club tier opens?
Not necessarily, but earlier phases typically have the widest stateroom selection, especially for an inaugural season with only 29 sailings. Booking as close to your opening day as possible gives you the most options.
Is it better to book directly with Disney or through a travel advisor?
A travel advisor can help you choose the sailing and stateroom that works best for your family, track every booking phase, and guide you through the inaugural season's stricter payment and deposit rules.