Disney Magic: Disney Cruise Line Mom Approved Overview
Learn more about the Disney Magic
Mom Approved Travel is an EarMarked Travel Agency who specializes in Disney Cruises!
If you are wanting to do a little more research on Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Magic before finalizing your family cruise with their Mom Approved Travel Cruise Planner, then this skimmable Mom Approved overview of the ship is for you! Please note: this guide focuses on the details most parents ask us the most, to help you decide if the Disney Magic is right for your family!
Mom Approved Overview - the Disney Magic
Disney Magic quick technical facts:
The Disney Magic was the first ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, with her maiden voyage in July 1998, and is the sister ship to the Disney Wonder.
Tonnage: 84,000 gross tons
Length: 984 feet
Height: 171.5 feet
Passenger Decks: 11
Staterooms: 875 staterooms; 30% inside 70% outside; 22 suites
Capacity: 2,713 passengers; 950 crew
Remember, at Mom Approved Travel, one of our core beliefs is Moms should get a vacation too. What this means is, Mom should actually enjoy going on a Disney Cruise vacation – she should not be stressing or spending her precious time spending hours researching all the packing things, or making sure she doesn’t miss important payment, activity or check-in deadlines. Mom can spend her time and energy elsewhere when she partners with Mom Approved Travel to book her Disney Magic cruise!
Disney Magic Ship Influence, Theming & Disney Details
The central design influence of the Disney Magic is classic ocean liner elegance, with Art Deco styling and nautical details that reflect the golden age of cruising.
This classic design is balanced with playful Disney character details throughout the ship, including the atrium statue, bow artwork and stern character that help give the Disney Magic its own identity within the fleet.
Mickey Mouse in the Disney Magic Atrium
A bronze statue of Mickey Mouse at the helm reflects Mickey’s role as Captain Mickey and connects the ship’s classic nautical design with the Disney storytelling found throughout the vessel.
Who Is on the Bow of the Disney Magic?
Sorcerer Mickey appears in the Disney Magic’s bow artwork, continuing the Disney Cruise Line tradition of incorporating a distinctive Disney character into the ship’s exterior design, and you can’t more distinctive than the big cheese!
Who Is on the Stern of the Disney Magic?
At the stern, Goofy appears suspended from the back of the Disney Magic as he puts the finishing touches on the ship.
Disney Magic Stern Character: Goofy
Mom Approved Onboard Tip
If you’re a Disney history person, definitely watch the Navigator app for the Art of the Theme Show tour.
The Magic is particularly fun because you are not just learning about one ship’s décor, you’re seeing the design ideas and traditions that helped establish Disney Cruise Line itself.
Then take those facts directly to the lounge. We’re not saying the tour is trivia prep… but we’re not saying it isn’t. 😉
Disney Magic Staterooms
Stateroom Overview – Disney Magic
Every Disney Magic stateroom feels like it was made just for families by combining comfy, well appointed cabins with nautical elegance.
Nearly every cabin on the Disney Magic has split bathrooms, one side with shower/tub and the other with a sink and toilet which is absolutely ideal for families, making things MUCH easier when getting ready to start, or wind down your day! Split baths are Mom Approved for sure!
Accessible cabin options are available, but please note their configuration will vary a bit from the non-accessible cabin. Your Mom Approved Travel Advisor will be happy to discuss cabin specifics with you to ensure you are matched with a cabin to meet your needs.
Standard Amenities
- Refrigerator
- Premium Bath Towels
- Hair Dryer
- In-room safe
- Disney Cruise signature spa, bath and shower products (you can leave your shampoo, conditioner and soap at home)
Some categories will have elevated amenities
Standard Design Features
- A heavy privacy curtain to separate the sitting and sleeping areas
- Well thought out storage options – we think it looks like a Mom designed them!
- Elevated bed frames to store suitcases underneath the bed, and out of the way
- Sitting area with a couch, tv and desk
Some categories will have elevated features
Disney Magic Stateroom categories
Concierge Staterooms
These are the most luxurious accommodations available on the Disney Magic, each with a large private verandah and premium amenities and services including access to the concierge lounge. We think they are quite lovely!
- Concierge Royal Suite with Verandah
Sleeps 7 with 1029 square feet of gorgeousness. 2.5 baths, whirlpool tubs, wet bar, walk in closets, all the things! - Concierge 2-Bedroom Suite with Verandah
Sleeps up to 7 in 945 square feet with 2 bedrooms, convertible sofa, 2.5 baths, whirlpool tub, wet bar, walk in closet, private verandah and more. - Concierge 1-Bedroom Suite with Verandah
Sleeps 4-5 in 614 square feet, there are a few different configurations. 2 baths, walk-in closets, wet bar, private verandah and more.
Is Disney Magic Concierge Worth It?
Disney Magic Concierge includes upgraded accommodations along with access to dedicated Concierge spaces, services and amenities. But whether Concierge is worth the additional vacation investment depends on your family, sailing, stateroom needs and how much value you will get from the added benefits.
For some families, Concierge is one of the highlights of the Disney Cruise experience. For others, we would rather put that portion of the vacation budget toward a longer sailing, a different stateroom category or other parts of the trip.
Considering Concierge on the Disney Magic? → Is Disney Cruise Concierge Worth It?
Verandah Staterooms
Verandah Staterooms are what many cruisers would call the “balcony” cabin category. Verandah cabins are the most spacious non-Concierge staterooms, each with a private verandah, some with partial views. These are a great choice for families, some cabins hold up to 5 people.
- Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
Sleeps 5 with 304 square feet including the private verandah.
This cabin has more space than the Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah and is our MAT favorite cabin for families with three kids!
Split Bath – a bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower and tub and a half bathroom with a vanity, sink and toilet
Verandah – Private Verandah with child locks and Plexiglass (white wall in 4E) - Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
Sleeps 3-4 with 268 square feet including the private verandah.
Split Bath – a bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower and tub and a half bathroom with a vanity, sink and toilet
Verandah – Private Verandah with child locks and Plexiglass (white wall in 6A) - Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Navigator’s Verandah
Sleeps 3-4 with 268 square feet including the private verandah. We love these cabins for those who want a little natural light and want to hear the ocean, but don’t mind a limited view for the savings.
Split Bath – a bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower and tub and a half bathroom with a vanity, sink and toilet
Verandah – Private Verandah with limited views
Oceanview Staterooms
Oceanview Staterooms have more space than the Standard Inside stateroom with scenic vistas through 1 large porthole window, some cabins have the 2 smaller porthole window configuration.
- Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom
Sleeps 3-4 with 214 square feet and plenty of natural light (a curtain is available if you want to sleep in)
Split Bath – a bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower and tub and a half bathroom with a vanity, sink and toilet
Inside Staterooms
Inside Staterooms are Disney Cruise Line base accommodations with a classic nautical feel, porthole mirror and no exterior view. It is worth noting, Disney Cruise Line inside cabins are larger than most other cruise line inside cabins, so if you have cruised before be prepared for a little more space than you may be used to.
- Deluxe Inside Stateroom
Sleeps 3-4 with 214 square feet and a true inside cabin- the Disney Magic inside staterooms do not feature the “Magical Porthole” like on the Dream and Fantasy. There is a porthole mirror to give you a larger room.
Split Bath – a bathroom with a vanity, sink, shower and tub and a half bathroom with a vanity, sink and toilet - Standard Inside Stateroom
Sleeps 3-4 in 184 Square feet and a true inside cabin.
The Disney Magic inside staterooms do not feature the “Magical Porthole” like on the Dream and Fantasy – there is a porthole mirror to give you a larger room.
Full Bathroom – a standard bathroom configuration with vanity, sink, shower and tub. (not split)
Not Sure Which Disney Magic Cruise Stateroom Is Right for Your Family?
The right stateroom depends on your family size, budget, sailing, priorities and how you plan to use your space onboard.
Mom Approved Travel can compare the actual stateroom options available for your cruise and help you choose the one that makes the most sense for your family.
Picking the best stateroom on the Disney Magic for your family isn’t only about the right stateroom category – finding the BEST stateroom is also about the ideal cabin, in the right spot, on the right deck for your family. With so many choices, it can feel overwhelming, but Mom Approved Travel makes it simple by matching your family with the perfect fit!
Disney Magic Kids Clubs & Youth Program
The Disney Magic – Kids Club & Youth Program Overview
We have warned you… your kids will NEVER want to leave the ship because Disney truly is the absolute best cruise line for kids. Our favorite part about bringing the kids on a Disney cruise, Oceaneer Club, Oceaneer Lab, Vibe and Edge are included in your cruise fare!
Oceaneer Club (3-10) complimentary
The Library Hub: The library acts as a hub to 4 different lands to explore and play. In the library, kids can watch favorite Disney movies on a huge plasma screen, enjoy an engaging story time and receive special visits from favorite Disney Character friends.
- Andy’s Room – Larger than life, colorful and fun Toy Story themed play area featuring a large Slinky-dog slide. The kids should sleep well after their time here!
- Marvel Super Hero Academy – a top-secret command post of S.H.I.E.L.D. where the kids will enjoy arts and crafts, play video games and meet some of their favorite Marvel heroes during “surprise” visits. You might meet Thor as he shows you what it takes to become part of the next generation of heroes!
- Disney Junior Play Area – Hot Dog! Your kiddos will play games, puzzle, engage with characters like Mickey Mouse and more!
- Pixie Hollow – This highly themed area is a fun area to play dress-up, work on craft projects, listen to stories and more!
Oceaneer Lab (3-10) complimentary
With so many activities to choose from, your kiddo will find something fun going on in the Oceaneer Lab- they could be making race cars out of soap for the Piston Cup Challenge or making chocolate chip cookies during Anyone Can Cook!
- Animator’s Studio: Your kiddos will have an opportunity to create art and learn to sketch their favorite Disney characters!
- Captain’s Workshop: Here they can relax a bit and watch Disney movies or play video games in the pirate-themed spacious play area or participate in one of the hosted group activities.
- Craft Studio: Crafting is king at this hands-on, arts-and-crafts studio.
- The Wheelhouse: Cruise Navigation simulators allow captains-in-training to steer their very own Disney ship through the Caribbean Sea.
Edge (11-14) complimentary
Tweens have their very own space to chill and have fun on the Disney Magic filled with activities, tv, video games and a tween-focused space designed to look like an old boiler room for the cool factor.
With electronics, a dance floor, tables and video gaming stations, there are plenty of ways to chill with fellow tweens while enjoying music, arts and crafts, karaoke, scavenger hunts, selfie walls, and themed nights of fun!
Vibe (14-17) complimentary
Teens get their very own space to call their own, designed with teenagers interests in mind. They can engage, hang or chill while mingling or doing their thing while chaperoned by counselors who are “cool” enough to be fun.
Located inside the ship’s funnel, the open floor plan allows teen to enjoy the coffee bar, smoothies, listen to music, engage during fun video and virtual-reality game session, join in dance parties, karaoke competitions and play games that are not cheesy or lame, but fun!
Nursery (under 3) reasonable fee required
Even the tiniest guests have an option to play in a colorful, fun childcare center while you enjoy time with the older kiddos or date night!
Note: It’s a Small World Nursery DOES have an additional cost, and we do suggest making reservations as capacity is limited. Reservations can be made on a first-come, first-served basis during open house on your cruise Embarkation Day or anytime throughout your sailing.
Disney Magic Dining Options
Dining onboard the Disney Magic
You really will need to pack your stretchy pants, because no matter what you are craving, no matter what mood you are in, or what time of day it is, the Disney Magic has something delicious to eat!
A Rotational Dining experience only Disney Cruise can do
One of the other areas where Disney Cruise line stands out is with the rotational dining options onboard, which is equivalent to a Dining Room experience on other cruise lines. But trust us, this experience is unlike ANY OTHER cruise line out there.
Each ship has 3 themed dining venues on board, each offer a wide variety of options for every taste. Even the pickiest of kiddos will not go away hungry, promise!
- Rapunzel’s Royal Table – one of our favorite Disney Cruise Line dining experiences, as the theme and Royal Ballroom decor is truly incredible. You will celebrate Rapunzel’s birthday with live entertainment with singing, dancing and a parade with musicians, Flynn Rider, Snuggly Duckling Thugs and of course, Princess Rapunzel.
- Animators Palate – a truly distinctively Disney experience loved by all ages serving a fusion of Pacific Island foods, Asian cooking and Southern California fusion deliciousness – with options for the pickiest of eaters! Here you will celebrate the process of animation and if you are on a 7 night or longer sailing on the magic, there is a little Animation Magic surprise in store for you!
- Lumiere’s – another MAT favorite, Lumiere’s has a 4-course contemporary French dinner everyone will love and the beautiful dining room with have you feeling you absolutely can Be a Guest! Lumiere’s is also open for lunch and breakfast if you prefer to have a seated option over the Cabanas buffet or the grab and go options.
Our favorite part about Disney rotational dining is your servers move WITH you.
Brace yourself for unmatched service. They get to know your kids and their preferences. We promise, these Cast Members will be one of your kid’s favorite parts of their sailing and they will be talking about their server long after you return home.
Disney Magic Casual and Grab and Go Dining options
Looking for something quick so you and the family can hop back into the pool? No worries!
Cabanas – a casual buffet will have tasty breakfast, lunch and dinner offerings with plenty of tasty dessert bites!
There are plenty of other grab-and-go options on the ship, and the themes vary but fun options like:
- Pinocchio’s Pizzeria
- Duck-in Diner
- Daisy’s De-lights
- Eye Scream Treats
- Frozone Treats
- Preludes
Adult Only Dining on the Disney Magic
Disney offers an adult-only dining option on the Disney Magic, perfect for date night or or brunch!
Palo the adult-exclusive restaurant serves fine dining Italian cuisine deliciousness with thoughtful wine pairings and the legendary Palo chocolate soufflé. It is incredibly yummy!
Dining at Palo does require a reservation. It is not included in your cruise fare, and has a reasonable additional cost; but your Mom Approved Travel Advisor can assist you in deciding if this something you would find valuable to splurge for!
24 Hour Room Service on the Disney Magic
This is one of our FAVORITE features of Disney Cruise Line! Unlike other cruise lines, in-room dining is complimentary (though a few select snacks and adulty beverages do have an additional cost). Lunch and dinner options like burgers, pizza, sandwiches, and grilled options are available all day, except during breakfast hours, where a continental breakfast is served.
The grilled cheese with tomato soup and the cheese plate are two MAT favorite savory bites!
Snacks are the BEST part about Disney Cruise in-room dining! Milk and warm cookies before bed? Mickey bar at midnight? Absolutely.
Disney Magic Pools and Water Playareas
Plenty of ways to cool off and splash around on the Disney Magic
There are plenty of ways to enjoy pool time on the Disney Magic in pools, slide, and water play areas.
Parents, please note: complimentary pool vests are available on deck, so please do not pack floaties, infatables or pool noodles, as those items are not allowed onboard a Disney ship.
One of the ways you will see the Disney Difference onboard: you won’t need to pack pool towels for your Disney Cruise.
Pool towels are complimentary onboard, with no check-in, no check-out, and
no “lost towel” charges or fees to worry about like other cruise lines!
- Aqualab – an 1800 square foot splash zone for guests over 3 years old located on Deck 9 overflowing with pop jets, geysers, bubblers, a freshwater pool, and plenty of interactive elements that affect the flow of water.
This area also features a 250′ Twist ‘n’ Spout waterslide for guests over 38″ tall. - Goofy’s Pool – the main pool area onboard is a a 4-foot-deep, family pool with a fun portrait of Goofy on the pool bottom and 2 whirlpool spas for potty trained guests over 3 years old. There are plenty of lounge chairs to catch some rays, or even a little shade. This area also features the giant funnel vision screen used for deck parties and showing movies during the day!
- Nephew’s Splash Zone – fun-filled splash deck for kids ages 3 and under featuring pop jets, bubblers and fountains—starring Donald Duck’s crafty nephews.
- AquaDunk – a 3 story, 37′ dropout waterslide located at the forward funnel where you cross your arms over your chest and slide 212′ through a translucent tube that peeks 20′ over the side of the ship before landing into the splashdown area on deck. Please note there is a 48″ minimum height requirement for the Aquadunk, and goggles are not allowed on the slide.
- Quiet Cove Pool – adult-exclusive 4 foot deep pool retreat with nearby Cove Cafe and coffee shop!
Disney Magic Entertainment and onboard activities
Onboard Entertainment and activities on the Disney Magic
No matter how many nights your cruise itinerary is, you will never feel bored on the Disney Magic! It is important to remember this does not mean you have to do ALL the things, but know there is entertainment and fun for everyone! But there are always plenty of spots to grab a quiet corner and read a book as well!
Broadway style shows
Enjoy Broadway style Disney live shows in The Walt Disney Theater, a beautiful live performance venue with plenty of cozy seating.
- Tangled the Musical – a live show exclusive to the Disney Magic whose story follows very close to the Disney movie with a teeny twist and features many of the characters you know and love like Rapunzel, Flynn Rider, Mother Gothel and Maximus.
- Disney Dreams – An Enchanted Classic – a fun DCL original musical about the power of dreams and family with Mickey, Minnie, The Blue Fairy, Peter Pan and friends
- Twice Charmed: An Original Twist on the Cinderella Story – exclusive to the Disney Magic, this musical picks up where the original movie ends and explores what would happen if Lady Tremaine had a little help and Cinderella was never able to try on the Glass Slipper!
Other Entertainment
- Mickey’s Sail-A-Wave Party – a Disney twist on the embarkation sail-a-way party, as only Disney can do!
- Buena Vista Theater -elegant old-Hollywood themed cinema featuring plush seats, giant movie screen and advanced projection with Dolby sound and Dolby 3D screening first-run favorite movies
- D Lounge – everyone can enjoy family-friendly entertainment such as karaoke, trivia game shows, contests and dance parties
- Soul Cat Lounge – exclusive to the Disney Magic, this fun lounge is inspired by the New York City jazz club featured in the Disney movie Soul where you can listen to live music and dance the night away while enjoying craft cocktails!
- Disney Cruise Pirate Night – Most itineraries include a full or partial “Pirate Night” which may include a Pirate-night meal where you arrr greeted by your servers in a whole new way, a “Pirates of the Caribbean” Deck Party, special meet and greets, pirate music in the hallways, and other special events
- 7 night and longer sailings have additional deck parties, shows and entertainment, like the Frozen Deck Party and more!
- Seasonal and Special sailings such as: New Years Eve, Marvel Day at Sea, Halloween on the High Seas and Very Merrytime Cruises have unique dining experiences, deck parties, character meets, shows and more!
Character Greetings
There are too many opportunities to list here for character greetings with some of your favorite Disney characters!
Some of these character interactions and events will be scheduled, spontaneous, throughout the ship at designated places and during special surprises appearances during your sailing!
Fireworks at Sea
Most itineraries include Disney Fireworks at Sea, which is part of the Disney Cruise Pirate night fun!
For Disney’s Alaska sailings: there will not be fireworks at sea due to local regulations. So instead, Disney Cruise Line offers a “Freezing the Night Away with Anna, Elsa, and Friends” deck party to enjoy a Frozen night under the stars!
Sports and Fitness
- Gym – for those who want to continue their workouts at sea, there is a wide variety of state-of-the-art equipment for cardio, weights and more to get your sweat on!
- Wide World of Sports Deck – 1/3 mile long running track, basketball courts, ping-pong tables, shuffleboard, and more
Senses Spa & Salon
Senses Spa & Salon onboard the Magic has a wide variety of spa experiences, but one of our absolute favorites is the Rainforest Room. You will also find options for massage, stone therapies, facials, cosmetic treatments and more.
Salon services such as manicures, pedicures, blowouts, up-dos, and more are also available for an additional charge, and is a great option if you ran out of time prior to sailing to get your toes done!
Adult only onboard activities at After Hours
When night falls, After Hours becomes an adult-exclusive area of the ship catering to the grownups!
- Fathoms – karaoke, enter a game show, catch a comedy show, watch live music and enjoy signature cocktails such as The Black Pearl
- Keys – live piano music in an upscale, mellow spot with an old Hollywood feel
- O’Gills Pub – a traditional Irish pub setting perfect for catching live sporting events, play board games while enjoying a tasty beverage
Disney Magic Itineraries
2026, 2027 and 2028 Disney Magic Cruise Itineraries
In 2026, the Disney Magic started off cruising out of Galveston and then shifted to departing from Port Canaveral, Florida where she sailed itineraries to the Bahamas with stops at Castaway Cay and Lighthouse Point. The Disney Magic then shifts to California sailings in Fall 2026 before returning to Galveston in November, where she then sails Western Caribbean and Bahamian sailings before repositioning to Vancouver for the Summer 2027 Alaskan Cruise Season.
Learn More about Galveston Disney Cruises >>
September 2026: 7 night Alaskan sailings from Vancouver, Canada; 3 Night Baja From San Diego; Repositioning 4 Night Pacific Coast from Vancouver to San Juan; 4 Night Baja from San Diego;
October 2026: 3, 4, 5 and 6 Night Baja From San Diego; 7 Night Mexican Rivera from San Diego
November 2026: 4 and 5 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston, Texas
December 2026: 4 and 5 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston, Texas; 7 Night Bahamian from Galveston
2027 Disney Magic Itineraries
January 2027: 4 and 5 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston, Texas; 7 Night Bahamanian from Galveston
February 2027: 4 and 5 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston, Texas;
March 2027: 4 and 5 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston, Texas
April 2027: 4 and 5 Night Western Caribbean from Galveston, Texas; 7 Night Bahamanian from Galveston;
May 2027: 4-night Pacific Coast cruise from San Diego to Vancouver, followed by the beginning of the Disney Magic’s Alaska season from Vancouver.
June 2027: 7-night Alaskan cruises from Vancouver.
July 2027: 6, 7 and 8-night Alaskan cruises from Vancouver.
August 2027: Alaskan cruises from Vancouver, including 7-night sailings.
September 2027: 7-night Alaskan cruises from Vancouver, followed by a 4-night Pacific Coast cruise from Vancouver to San Diego and the beginning of the Disney Magic’s Baja and Mexican Riviera season from San Diego. The Magic has 7-night Alaska departures on September 2 and 9 before repositioning to San Diego on September 16.
October 2027: 3- to 7-night Baja and Mexican Riviera sailings from San Diego, including Halloween on the High Seas cruises
November 2027: 14-night eastbound Panama Canal cruise from San Diego to Galveston, followed by Western Caribbean and Bahamian sailings from Galveston, including Very Merrytime cruises.
December 2027: 4- and 5-night Western Caribbean sailings and a 7-night Bahamian sailing from Galveston, including Very Merrytime cruises.
2028 Disney Magic Itineraries
January 2028: 4- and 5-night Western Caribbean sailings and select 7-night Bahamian sailings from Galveston.
February 2028: 4- and 5-night Western Caribbean sailings from Galveston.
March 2028: 4- and 5-night Western Caribbean sailings and a 7-night Bahamian sailing from Galveston, followed by a 14-night westbound Panama Canal cruise from Galveston to San Diego.
April 2028: 5-night Baja and 7-night Mexican Riviera sailings from San Diego, followed by a 4-night Pacific Coast cruise from San Diego to Vancouver.
May 2028: to be announced
June 2028: to be announced
July 2028: to be announced
August 2028: to be announced
September 2028: to be announced
October 2028: to be announced
November 2028: to be announced
December 2028: to be announced
Booking your Disney Magic cruise with Mom Approved Travel
Mom Approved Travel will take away the overwhelm of planning a Disney Cruise vacation
You’ve just read a LOT of information, and this is only some of what the Disney Magic has to offer multi-generational families. It can feel like a LOT.
But don’t worry, you don’t have to know it all. When you book your cruise with Mom Approved Travel, we will take the time to find out your needs and get to know more about your family so we can simplify your choices to ensure you have the ideal Disney Cruise experience for your family.
Mom Approved Travel is an EarMarked by Disney Authorized Disney Vacation Planner.
One of the reasons we should be your choice as the best Travel Agent for Disney Cruise Line, is we are extremely knowledgeable about all the Disney cruise ships, not just the Disney Magic! Our Advisors who specialize in Disney Cruise Line invest a lot of time in continued education, and they leverage their extensive first-hand experience and training offered by Disney Cruise Line to help your family have an incredible Disney Cruise vacation.
Our continued partnership with Disney Cruise Line is very strong, and we are proud of our status as an EarMarked By Disney Travel agency and Authorized Disney Vacation Planner. Learn more about why this matters: What is an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner?
When you book your Disney Cruise with Mom Approved Travel, you’ll get assistance with:
- Research – saving you hours of your life by narrowing down your options based on your needs, favorite Disney characters, stories, accommodation preferences, and wishlists
- Finding a convenient departure port that works best for your family, considering both driving and flying options.
- Picking the best Disney Cruise ship for your family. We want to ensure the Disney Magic is right for you, or suggest another ship that may be a better fit for your family.
- Choosing a Disney Magic sailing with an ideal port itinerary that matches your family or your multi-generational large family
- Selecting the best dates to accommodate your schedule and budget
- Securing the ideal cabin type for your family
- Advising on the best cabin location onboard
- Recommending onboard dining options
- Handling any pre and post cruise stays for you
- Assisting with ground transportation and transfers
- Saving you time by acting as your dedicated customer service contact and advocate – we will be the ones to sit on hold with Disney Cruise Line and work to sort out any issues, questions, or discrepancies
If you are overwhelmed or simply too busy to handle planning your Disney Cruise Vacation, Mom Approved Travel really is the best choice to plan a MAGICAL Disney cruise for your family on the Disney Magic because we can guide you through the entire process!
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How to work with a Mom Approved
Disney Cruise Line Travel Advisor
So you decided you want to sail on the Disney Magic and want to utilize an experienced, trusted Disney Cruise Planner with an EarMarked by Disney Authorized Disney Planner agency.
But now what do you do? Don’t worry, we’ve got you.
Working with one of our Mom Approved Travel Advisors to plan your Disney Magic cruise is easy, and you can rest easy knowing our team is made up of avid Disney cruisers who maintain the highest levels of training for Disney Cruise Line.
If you already have a Mom Approved Travel Advisor you love working with, or you know who you would like to utilize: simply fill out our MAT Quote Form and choose their name from the dropdown menu to start the conversation!
If you are not sure which Mom Approved Travel Advisor you would like to work with, you can visit our MAT Team Page to meet our Travel Advisors to learn more about them
or
fill out our quote request and choose “surprise me” from the dropdown menu, and we will hand select the MAT Advisor who will fit your family’s needs best based on your responses.
Frequently Asked Questions
about a Disney Cruise
Booking your Disney Cruise with a Mom Approved Travel Advisor is complimentary for most cruise vacations, as we do not charge a fee for planning your Disney Cruise vacation.
There are some unique circumstances, such as assisting as a consultant if you booked on your own, and we are unable to transfer the sailing to the agency where we would charge a consultant service fee which would be disclosed upfront.
There are never any hidden fees when working with Mom Approved Travel.
Absolutely! Some folks will see us out after excitedly booking, and realizing there is a bit more to planning than they anticipated.
If you have already booked your Disney Cruise with Disney Travel Company, depending on the circumstances we MAY be able to transfer it to the agency to allow your Advisor to assist without a fee within 30 days of booking, if you are outside of final payment.
If we are unable to transfer a cruise, we do offer a concierge planning option based on the level of service you need which will be disclosed ahead of time, as there are never hidden charges or fees working with us.
Planning your family Cruise with us is easy and stress free!
To get started, simply fill out our DISNEY CRUISE QUOTE REQUEST FORM and one of our Advisors will contact you for a quick, free consultation.
Booking your Disney Cruise through Mom Approved Travel means you get dedicated access to a Professional Travel Planner who specializes in Disney Cruises who can tailor a trip for your family.
Absolutely! MAT Advisors are experienced understanding and setting up families with a wide range of special needs for success.
Some of our Travel Advisors have backgrounds in special education, special needs in their own families, or hold certifications from IBCCES.
Whether it is dietary restrictions, physical handicap, neurodivergent challenges, cognitive disabilities, hearing or visual disabilities, service animal travel or beyond, your Mom Approved Travel Advisor has the knowledge and expertise to make your Disney Cruise as comfortable as possible, so everyone can enjoy the fun!
So this one is not up to us, because payment terms and conditions are set by the supplier, in this case, Disney Cruise Line.
Deposits: If you are booking a Disney cruise further out, you may only need to pay a deposit to hold your trip. Final payment dates vary and are usually based on length of cruise.
All cruise payment requirements vary based on the supplier, but your MAT Travel Advisor can answer questions about your specific sailing.
Your payments will be processed into the Disney secure payment portals by your Travel Advisor. The agency does not hold or deposit any of your vacation package funds into our company account.
DCL accepts most major credit cards. Any charges to your credit card will show up as a charge from the supplier, and not Mom Approved Travel.
Funny thing, that “certified Disney Travel Agent” term gets tossed around quite a bit- but no such term legally exists.
There are strict regulations set forth by Disney what Travel Advisors and Travel Agencies can call themselves in the legal mumbo jumbo. Believe us, you WANT a Professional Travel Advisor who understands terms & conditions well! Certified Disney Cruise Travel Agent is not one of them.
However, Mom Approved Travel is an EarMarked By Disney Authorized Disney Vacation Planner. We EARNED this designation given to us by Disney. All of our Travel Advisors are Graduates of the Disney College of Knowledge. Our Advisors hold various certifications through travel industry associations with the highest professional standards.
When you book with Mom Approved Travel, you are hiring a trustworthy Travel Professional who specializes in Disney destinations.
For most itineraries, the minimum age for babies to sail with a parent or guardian is 6 months at the time of embarkation; but some itineraries such as South Pacific, Transatlantic, Hawaii and Panama Canal repositioning cruises, the minimum age to sail is 1 year. Your MAT Advisor will be happy to review age requirements for the specific cruise you would like to sail with you.
Yes, it is a US Public Health Service rule that only potty trained children many enter swimming pools, hot tubs or spas on any cruise ship.
Swim diapers are NOT permitted In Disney pools, spas, hotubs or on water slides such as the AquaDuck, AquaLab and AquaDunk and AquaMouse.
Each of the DCL ship do have a water play area which allows littles who are not potty trained and use a swim diaper to utilize special water play areas:
- Nemo’s Reef on the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy
- Nephew’s Spash Zone on the Disney Magic
- Dory’s Reef on the Disney Wonder
- Toy Story Splash Zone on the Disney Wish and Disney Treasure
Yes! While Disney Cruise does not sail out of Texas in Galveston year-round just yet, we do have opportunities to sail Disney Cruise line several months out of the year, your MAT Advisor can help you find an itinerary and date that works best for you.
Disney Cruise Line started with the very first ship, the Disney Magic and has expanded its fleet over over time. Right now is an exciting time for Disney Cruise Line as they are again investing into the fleet and building new ships. You can see all of the current Disney Cruise ships here on our dedicated Disney Cruise Line Fleet page.
Why Trust Mom Approved Travel for Disney Magic Planning?
Mom Approved Travel is an EarMarked by Disney Authorized Disney Vacation Planner agency with extensive firsthand Disney Cruise Line experience across our team. Our Travel Advisors have sailed on all of the ships throughout the Disney Cruise Line fleet, giving us firsthand perspective on Disney Cruise Line staterooms, dining, entertainment, destinations and the differences between ships.
We have been helping families plan Disney vacations since 2015, and our Disney Magic recommendations are based on a combination of firsthand Disney Cruise Line experience, ongoing training and years of planning Disney cruises for families with different budgets, priorities and travel styles.
Reviewed by Christy Slavik, VTA, CTA
Founder of Mom Approved Travel | Travel Advisor since 2015
Family & multigenerational travel specialist | Disney Cruise Line planning specialist
Mom Approved Travel is an EarMarked by Disney Authorized Disney Vacation Planner agency
Last reviewed: September 10, 2026