New Disney Adventure Ship Delays Maiden Voyage by ...

Disney Cruise Line’s new ship for the Asian market, Disney Journey, is not going to be able to sail out of Singapore this December. As a consequence of sudden shipbuilding delays, the ship’s inaugural crusing has been postponed by three months. 

This may impression sailings initially scheduled by means of early 2026.

In accordance with a letter despatched to booked friends, the ship’s maiden voyage has been moved from December 15, 2025, to March 10, 2026. The corporate acknowledged that the change was a “tough resolution” made to make sure the ultimate product lives as much as Disney’s excessive requirements.

Understanding the Delay

The corporate’s letter defined that Disney Journey will not be a typical new-build vessel. It’s described as a “daring new chapter” that includes remodeling a “partially constructed vessel into a completely reimagined Disney expertise at sea.” This complicated course of, which incorporates including options like a curler coaster and 7 themed areas, has encountered sudden delays.

Disney’s letter expressed a honest apology to friends, acknowledging the frustration and inconvenience the change would trigger to their trip plans.

What This Means for Booked Company

Disney Cruise Line has offered completely different choices for friends affected by the delay, as defined within the letter.

• For Company on the Unique Maiden Voyage (Dec. 15): Those that booked the very first crusing can be robotically rebooked on the brand new maiden voyage on March 10, 2026, and can obtain a 50% refund. If they’re unable to make the brand new date, they’ve the choice to obtain a full refund and a separate 50% low cost on a future cruise.
• For Company on All Different Affected Sailings: Passengers booked on any of the opposite impacted voyages (from Dec. 15, 2025, to March 12, 2026) can be provided a full refund. In addition they have the choice to obtain a 50% low cost for a future crusing of their selection. Each low cost gives are legitimate for cruises departing on or earlier than March 31, 2027.

Company who booked with a journey agent are suggested to contact them to debate their choices. Company who booked instantly with Disney can attain out to the corporate through electronic mail or telephone.

The Ship

Initially constructed because the World Dream for the now-defunct cruise line Genting Hong Kong, Disney Journey can be Disney’s largest vessel. It should have a capability for six,700 passengers and have sights just like the world’s longest curler coaster at sea and themed areas impressed by Disney’s movies Moana and Marvel comics.

Regardless of the setback, Disney Cruise Line confirmed the delay is not going to have an effect on different upcoming ships, corresponding to Disney Future which is about to debut in November.