Disney4me Posted 1 hour ago Report Posted 1 hour ago Disney Cruise Line has been on a serious growth spurt lately, and 2027 is going to be another big year! Disney Wish Between a brand-new ship, a first-ever European summer for one of its newest vessels, and a policy shake-up at one of the fleet’s most famous restaurants, DCL is checking off a whole lot of “firsts” in the next year. Whether you’re a longtime Castaway Club member or still dreaming about your very first sailing, here are 5 things Disney Cruise Line is doing for the first time in 2027! 1. Little Ones Are Welcome at Palo Trattoria Since Disney Cruise Line’s very first sailing in 1998, Palo has been the fleet’s adults-only escape: a chance for grown-ups to linger over Italian dishes and a glass of wine while the kids are off having fun in the youth clubs. But that’s changing on the Disney Adventure. Palo Trattoria The Disney Adventure’s version of the restaurant, Palo Trattoria, is a two-story dining room inspired by Venice and the seaside setting of Pixar’s Luca, complete with twinkling constellations overhead. When the Singapore-based ship debuted in March 2026, it already broke tradition by allowing kids ages 10 and up to dine at Palo with an adult. Now, Disney is opening the doors to guests of ALL ages on select sailings. Here’s what families can expect: Brunch: Kids ages 3 to 12 can enjoy Palo’s signature brunch offerings at a special rate. Dinner: An à la carte children’s menu is available upon request. Still adults-only: The Prima Notte wine-tasting experience is expected to remain 18+. Palo Trattoria The change was first confirmed for a 3-night sailing from Singapore departing December 28, 2026, and Disney plans to offer the same arrangement on a sailing in February 2027. Disney also hasn’t shared the kids’ brunch price or whether the policy will expand to more sailings. If you’re sailing on any other Disney ship, don’t pack the kiddos’ dress shoes just yet. Palo remains adults-only (18+) everywhere else in the fleet. Still, we’ll be keeping a close eye on whether this “test run” in Singapore spreads to other ships! The view from above 2. The Disney Believe Sets Sail The biggest “first” of 2027 is, well, a whole new ship! The Disney Believe, the fourth and final Wish-class ship, will set sail on its maiden voyage on December 18, 2027, from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale. The ship will sail 4- and 5-night cruises to The Bahamas and the Caribbean, with stops at Nassau and both of Disney’s island destinations: Disney Castaway Cay and Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. ©Disney The Believe is themed around “promise and possibility,” with stories like Encanto, Frozen, Moana, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and The Little Mermaid at its heart. And of course, we’ve got our eyes on the food! A Brand-New Frozen Dining Adventure The Believe’s new rotational dining restaurant is Oaken’s Table: A Frozen Family Feast. Guests will step into a Scandinavian Summerhaus courtyard in the forest, where Oaken and his cousins host a festive meal. During dinner, you’ll be invited to sing along to reimagined versions of Frozen songs, and Anna and Kristoff will stop by too. Disney says the experience tells a brand-new, untold chapter of the Frozen story. (Yoo-hoo! Big summer blowout, anyone?) Two fan-favorite restaurants from the other Wish-class ships will also return: 1923 and Worlds of Marvel. ©Disney Sweets, Snacks, and Coffee Coffee lovers will have two new spots to try. Big Hero Sips is inspired by San Fransokyo from Big Hero 6, and Café Kakamora is a nod to the coconut-armored pirates from Moana. Plus, a new top-deck spot called Pluto’s Pita Platters will serve casual, included bites you won’t find on any other Disney ship. Who’s ready for some treats? New Lounges (and Their Drinks!) Sea Notes: This elegant piano bar is inspired by Ariel’s grotto from The Little Mermaid, complete with a pearlescent piano. Its Sea Salt Martini is served in a seashell-inspired glass and topped with salted coconut sea foam, while the zero-proof Under the Seaweed is topped with nori. Wishing Well: This storybook lounge is themed to Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, with a castle-inspired bar and a courtyard under white blossoms and red apples. Don’t miss The Peddler’s Disguise, a green apple and elderflower drink served in a glass that changes color. Skygazers: This observatory-themed pub has craft brews, cocktails, light bites, and live sports. Try the Moonshine (gin and sake) or the non-alcoholic Starshine, both finished with a “moon aroma bubble.” ©Disney Shows and Entertainment “Disney Encanto”: This will be the very first stage adaptation of Encanto, and it’ll only be on the Believe. Yes, we’ll finally get to talk about Bruno! Gazelle: The Believe’s Zootopia-themed entertainment hub hosts family fun by day and adult-exclusive entertainment at night. For the first time on Disney Cruise Line, Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde will star in a new family show where guests help them crack a case. ©Disney And you can’t miss the ship’s Grand Hall, themed to Moana, with a bronze statue of Moana, Pua, and Heihei and a chandelier that hides the heart of Te Fiti. General bookings for the Believe opened October 19, 2026, so if you want to be among the first on board, now’s the time to start planning! ©Disney 3. The Disney Wish Heads to Europe The Disney Wish has called Port Canaveral home since it debuted in 2022, but in summer 2027 it’s going international. This will be the first time a Wish-class ship has sailed in Europe. The adventure kicks off with a 13-night transatlantic crossing departing Port Canaveral on April 25, 2027, with stops in Madeira, Gibraltar, and Cartagena before arriving in Barcelona. From there, the Wish will spend the season sailing 3- to 10-night cruises from three homeports: Southampton, England; Barcelona, Spain; and Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy. Its European season runs through September 10, 2027. Disney Wish Cruise Ship The Wish will also visit three ports Disney Cruise Line has never been to before: Zadar, Croatia Trieste, Italy (the gateway to Venice) Hellesylt, Norway Disney Cruise Line Just Dropped Its 2027 Itineraries And Fans Are Gonna Love Them Disney Wish 4. A Wish-Class Ship Sails From New York City After its European summer, the Disney Wish won’t head straight home. Instead, it’ll stop in the Big Apple! This will be the first time a Wish-class ship has sailed a season from New York, and it’s Disney Cruise Line’s first time back in NYC since 2023. The Wish will sail seven special voyages from New York in fall 2027: September 29: The season kicks off with a 4-night Bermuda cruise to King’s Wharf. October 3: A 5-night Canada and New England cruise visits Saint John, New Brunswick, and Boston. October 8: A 6-night cruise combines Bermuda and Halifax, Nova Scotia. Get ready to set sail! Five of the seven sailings include Bermuda, and three of those give guests extra time on the island. Some sailings are Halloween on the High Seas cruises, so you can catch the fall colors along the coast AND the spooky decorations on board. The season wraps up with a one-way cruise from New York to San Juan, Puerto Rico. For families in the Northeast, this is a great chance to try out one of Disney’s newest ships without hopping on a plane to Florida. Disney Wish 5. The Disney Adventure Finally Docks Somewhere When the Disney Adventure began sailing from Singapore in March 2026, it did something no other Disney ship had done: it sailed only “cruises to nowhere.” The ship itself, with its Marvel Landing roller coaster, Pixar-themed dining, and Broadway-style shows, was the destination. That’s changing in 2027. Select 4-night Disney Adventure sailings will now stop in Langkawi, Malaysia, the ship’s first-ever port of call. The first Langkawi sailing departs Singapore on December 31, 2026, and returns January 4, 2027, which means the ship’s very first port day lands on January 2, 2027. On these sailings, guests spend Day 3 in Langkawi, docking at 7 AM and departing at 6 PM. The Disney Adventure Langkawi is known for its lush rainforests, beaches, and scenic coastline, and Disney will offer Port Adventures (shore excursions) for guests who want to explore. If you’d rather stay on board for a quieter ship day, many of the restaurants, activities, and entertainment options will still be available. These special sailings run through May 2027. And if you love the original concept, don’t worry! 3- and 4-night sailings without a port stop will still be offered. The Disney Adventure Is FINALLY Getting A Port of Call Disney Adventure With more ships on the way, we have a feeling this is only the beginning. Stay tuned to DisneyFoodBlog.com for all the latest Disney Cruise Line news, menu reveals, and snack reviews as these firsts set sail! FULL LOOK: HUGE Magic Kingdom Suite and Staterooms Revealed for the Disney Believe Cruise Ship Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which of these changes are you most excited about? 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