Disney Destiny: Complete Deck-by-Deck Ship Tour
Introduction
Welcome aboard Disney Cruise Line's brand new ship, the Disney Destiny—a hero and villains themed vessel featuring loads of brand new areas, themed restaurants, bars, and innovative spaces throughout. This comprehensive tour covers every deck and nearly every area on board.
Important Disclosure: Disney Cruise Line invited us aboard this cruise. We didn't pay for the cruise itself, but we did pay for parts of accommodation and flights. Disney has no say over what we produce, we didn't sign any contracts, and we remain free to be as honest as usual. We received early access to the ship while it's quiet for filming purposes.
Deck 2: Kids Club Central
Overview
The entire front section of Deck 2 is dedicated to kids' areas, featuring adorable artwork including Marvel characters, Disney classics, Star Wars, bright colorful carpets with candy designs, and fun porthole windows.
Disney Oceaneer Club (Ages 3-10)
Main Features:
- Large dance floor with big screen
- Organized activities throughout the day
- Multiple themed rooms within the club
Themed Sections:
Princess Area
- Belle's Lounge
- Frozen section
- Other princess-themed spaces
Imagineering Section
- Tables and activity stations
- Loads of ornaments and trinkets on walls
- Simulators
- Kids can design their own roller coasters
Wreck-It Ralph Slide
- Unique slide from Deck 3 (main atrium) down to Deck 2
- Completely different theme from other ships
- Kids clubs themselves are the same as Wish and Treasure
Avengers Mission Training
- Props from Marvel films
- Authentic costumes
- Meet and greets with Marvel characters
- Incredible attention to detail for Marvel fans
Star Wars Section
- Absolutely insane theming
- Incredibly interactive with noises and flashing lights everywhere
- So immersive kids will love it
- Working buttons and controls
- Millennium Falcon piloting experience
- "Nobody does this like Disney"
Captain Mickey and Captain Minnie Area
- Designed for smaller children
- Age-appropriate theming and activities
Note: Different age groups have dedicated spaces within the Oceaneer Club to ensure appropriate activities for everyone.
It's a Small World Nursery
Important Details:
- For babies and young children
- Extra charge (not included in cruise price, unlike other kids clubs)
- Very cute with lovely theming
- Perfect for parents wanting a night off
- Children are beautifully looked after
Deck 2 Overall Impression
The entire deck features stunning theming, beautiful carpets, and lovely touches throughout. Even the cabin corridors are well-themed. "Nobody does it like Disney."
Deck 3: Entertainment & Dining Begin
Elevator Areas & Artwork
Standout Feature: Every single deck has slightly different carpet designs—a favorite detail that adds personality. The artwork is specific to this ship with heroes and villains themes, and it doesn't repeat throughout the ship.
Walt Disney Theatre (Front of Ship)
Features:
- Main entertainment venue for Broadway-style shows
- Daytime activities including quizzes and drawing classes
- Live music performances in the evenings
- Beautiful theatrical space
Haunted Mansion Parlor
Description:
- Same venue found on Disney Treasure
- Massive nod to theme park enthusiasts
- Beautifully themed bar for drinks and cocktails
- Paintings that move, bleed, and drip down the walls
- Holographic fish
- Music and soundtrack from the park attraction
- Theming on a completely different level
Important Note: Small venue that gets busy—arrive at a good time to get in.
Deville's
Features:
- Unique to Disney Destiny
- Special themed venue
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The Atrium (3-Level Venue)
Theme: Marvel-themed—very different from all other Disney ships in the fleet
Central Feature:
- Black Panther statue with panther
- Brand new theme (not a cartoon character or traditional Disney movie)
Design Elements:
- Three levels serving as the heart and soul of the ship
- Lots of entertainment and shows
- Most character meet-and-greets occur here (all three levels)
- Arches showcasing elements from Marvel movies and franchise
- Elegant and understated design
- Not as white and princess-y as Disney Wish
- Not as dark as Disney Treasure
- Completely different identity—fresh and new
- Traditional, gorgeous carpets adding elegance
Amenities:
- Small bar extending from Deville's
- Slide down to Deck 2 kids clubs nearby
- Check Disney Cruise Line app for event schedules (app is excellent)
Photography Tips:
- Gets quite busy for photos (official photographers often set up here)
- Best quiet times: Port days when everyone's off the ship, or early morning
- Behind the scenes: This is when ship tours are typically filmed
1923 Restaurant (First Main Dining Room)
Important Dining Concept: Disney is unique—you rotate between all three main dining rooms throughout your cruise, keeping the same servers and table number each night.
Design:
- Found on all three new-type Disney ships
- Split into two sides: Roy Disney side and Walt Disney side
- Traditional, elegant, and classy feel
- Tons of memorabilia from films and ship design throughout
- Lots of detail for Disney fans
Meal Service:
- Open for breakfast (calmer, sit-down option vs. buffet)
- Open for lunch on sea days
- Dinner rotation
Dining Time Selection: When booking, choose early (6:15 PM) or late (8:15 PM) dining—important for families with small children.
Saga Snacks & Lobby Area
Favorite Detail: Giant dragon carpet design—adds tremendous personality to the ship
Amenities in Lobby:
- Saga Snacks quick-service option
- Access to Saga Lounge
Movie Theatres (Two Cinemas)
Theatres:
- Neverland Theatre
- Wonderland Theatre
Programming:
- Old and brand new Disney/Marvel movies
- Anything made by Disney Corporation
- Often features premieres of brand new movies days before land release
- Schedule available on screens outside theatres and on the Disney Cruise Line app
Saga Lounge (Two-Level Entertainment Venue)
Features:
- Theme unique to Disney Destiny
- Bar on lower level only (no bar on upper level—use other bars for drinks)
Daily Programming:
- Family dance parties
- Trivia sessions
- Various activities throughout the day
Evening Programming:
- Adults-only venue
- Unique entertainment specific to this ship
- Cabaret-style shows
- Don't miss the entertainment—it's quite special
Middle Atrium (Sandwiched Between Decks)
Design Elements:
- Wonderful theming with details everywhere
- Sofas for relaxing on one side
Service Desks:
- Disney Vacation Club desk (for interested guests)
- Guest Services desk (for any questions or concerns)
Deck 4: Additional Dining & Promenade
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
Services:
- Dress-up experience for children
- Makeup and hair styling
- Transform into princes and princesses
- Extra charge
- Kids really love the experience
Viewing Area: Second level provides great views of atrium shows without standing on the lower level—plenty of space to relax.
Joffrey's Coffee
Features:
- Great place to relax if you don't want to go all the way to Cove Café (top of ship)
- Coffee shops scattered around the ship
- Delicious coffee (cold brew is particularly excellent)
- Beautiful lights on the roof
Top Tip: Ask for a coffee card—buy five coffees, get your sixth free
Tangled Salon (The Untangled Salon)
Services:
- Full salon services
- Nails
- Hair styling
- All spa services bookable here
Unique Feature: Transforms into a bar in the evening with whiskeys and cocktails—you can visit just for drinks even if you don't need salon services
Worlds of Marvel (Second Main Dining Room)
Experience:
- Found on all newer Disney ships
- Dinner show format with slight interactivity
- Ant-Man and other Marvel characters "save the day" during dinner
- Great for kids—very interactive
- Technologically advanced with screens all around
- Action happening throughout the space while dining
Walk-Around Promenade Deck
Features:
- Full wraparound deck (harking back to past cruise line traditions)
- Goes all the way to the front of the ship
- Comfortable seating throughout
- Classic games like shuffleboard
- Nice place for sunset walks
- Beautiful sea views
Deck 5: Spa, Fitness & More Venues
Senses Spa (Front of Ship)
Services:
- Spa treatments and beauty treatments (all extra cost, booking required)
Rainforest Room:
- Thermal spa area (bookable passes)
- Indoor section with multiple rooms:
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Relaxation spaces
- Outdoor section with:
- Comfortable seating
- Hot tubs
- Unique feature: Indoor/outdoor combination
Senses Fitness Centre
Details:
- The gym on board with exercise equipment
- Open 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- [Note: Humorous commentary about exercising on vacation included in tour]
Saga Lounge (Second Level)
Reminder: No bar on second level—visit the Cask and Cannon pub next door for drinks
The Cask and Cannon (Pub)
Theme: Pirates of the Caribbean
Features:
- Different from other ship pubs
- Lots of attention to detail
- Nautical feel that fits perfectly on a cruise ship
- Among the best pub venues across Disney ships
- Plenty of seating
- Various beers and drinks available
Food Service:
- Small plates and big plates available (extra charge)
- Good option between main dining room hours
- Great for watching sports
- Perfect if you're feeling peckish
Special Detail: Lights above the bar are from different Pirates of the Caribbean rides around the world
Triton's Lounge
Description:
- Small venue opposite the pub
- Lovingly called "the Marriott Lounge" (minimal theming)
- Feels like a mini conference center
- Primarily used for trivia during the day
- No bar
Atrium (Top Level)
Views:
- Great views of entire atrium
- Both stages visible (one at top, one at bottom)
- Check phone program for entertainment schedule
Seating:
- Lots of comfortable couches and seating for relaxation
Art Gallery
Small art gallery (not a huge space-consuming feature)
Mickey's Main Sail (Merchandise Shop)
Products:
- All Destiny-themed merchandise
- T-shirts, hoodies, jackets, spirit jerseys, bags
- Everything with a logo
- Plush toys and kids' items
- Forgotten essentials (medications, sunscreen, etc.)
Important Shopping Tip: Items are much more expensive than on land—make a checklist before boarding to ensure you have essentials like medications and sunscreen
Design: Lovely space with windows surrounding the deck
Character Meets: Lots of character meet-and-greets on this deck and the deck below with great photo backgrounds
Café Merida
Features:
- Coffee shop and bar combination
- Named after Disney princess
- Serves coffees, teas, hot drinks, and alcohol
- Spread-out bar concept (different from older Disney ships where adult areas were concentrated)
Design Philosophy: More family-friendly layout allows parents to spend time with kids without being confined to adults-only areas
Shop Connection: Wraps around a large merchandise shop that gets quite busy
Shutters (Photo Studio)
Services:
- Professional photo studio for formal portraits
- Screens throughout displaying all cruise photos
- Option to purchase individual photos or packages
- Photos also appear on Disney Cruise Line app
Edge (Tween Club)
Ages: For tweens (too old for Oceaneer Club, not old enough for Vibe)
Location Note: Easy to miss if you don't know it's there—small venue near the back
Pride Lands: Feast of the Lion King (Third Main Dining Room)
Theme: Lion King (completely unique to Disney Destiny)
Experience:
- Live singers and performers
- Live band
- Special songs from movies AND the musical
- Dinner show format with performances between courses
- Big stage in the middle
- Insane, immersive theming
Seating Tip: For parties of two, log into your cruise booking after booking and request a private table for two (otherwise you may be seated with others)
Menus: All three restaurants have different menus themed around their respective concepts
Deck 8: Self-Service Amenities
Fairy Tale Fresh Laundry
Features:
- Self-service laundry
- Even this venue is themed
- Loads of washers and dryers
- Irons available (lifesaver for creased clothes)
- Self-service operation
- Reasonable cost using cruise card
- Fabric softener and cleaner available for purchase
Location Tip: Easy to find on Deck 8
Deck 11: Buffet & Pool Deck
Marceline Market (Main Buffet)
Layout:
- Wraps around entire length of ship
- Big panoramic windows on both sides
- Plenty of seating to sit down and relax
Meal Service:
- Breakfast and lunch (not open for dinner)
- Dinner options: Main dining rooms, room service, or quick service restaurants
Buffet Components:
Bar & Café Area:
- Nice seating areas
- Located after hand-washing station
Food Selection:
- Buffet mirrored on either side
- Huge selection including:
- Meats
- Pastas
- Breads
- Cheeses
- Dedicated kids' section
INCLUDED BEVERAGES:
- All sodas included in cruise price (at buffet and during dinner)
- Diet Coke, Coke, Sprite, Minute Maid
- Water
- Coffee and tea
- No extra cost—completely complimentary
Additional Seating:
- Small outdoor seating area at very back of ship (great for nice weather and views)
- Top Tip: If busy, look for extra seating area around the corner to the left (goes quite far back with lots of seats)
Edna's Alamode (Sweet Shop)
Theme: The Incredibles (themed after Edna)
Offerings:
- Gelato
- Big sundaes
- Cakes
- Sweets
- All extra charge
- Cool Instagrammable photo spot inside
Deck 12: Specialty Dining & Teen Areas
Rose Bar
Theme: Beauty and the Beast with rose touches
Outstanding Feature: Amazing windows all across the entire bar—perfect for pre-dinner drinks at sunset
Important Note: You don't need to be dining at specialty restaurants to enjoy—come anytime for drinks
Palo (First Specialty Restaurant)
Cost: Extra charge
Features:
- Gorgeous views with windows all around
- Two meal services:
- Brunch: Set price, all-you-can-eat
- Dinner: More upscale, steakhouse-style, higher cost
- Chilled and relaxed atmosphere
- Great option for something extra special and different from main dining rooms
Enchanté (Second Specialty Restaurant)
Style: Very upscale, posh restaurant
Details:
- Michelin-star-style food
- Gorgeous restaurant design
- Stunning panoramic windows
- Beautiful chandelier
- Elegant decor
- Dinner service only
- Extra charge
Booking Recommendations:
- Book as early as possible
- Priority based on Disney Cruise Line loyalty levels
- Highest loyalty levels book first
- Email sent when booking opens
- Log onto Disney Cruise Line website immediately to book everything you want
Vibe (Ages 14-17)
Location: Also on Deck 12
Components:
- Main Vibe club space
- The Hideaway (additional venue within Vibe)
- Really well-themed for older teens
Hero Zone (Multi-Purpose Venue)
Activities:
Main Floor:
- Bouncy castles with obstacle courses
- Sports: basketball, football, soccer
Upper Level:
- Foosball
- Various games
Programming: Lots of events for the whole family
Decks 11 & 12: Outdoor Pool Areas
Behind the Buffet
Features:
- Outside seating around edges of ship
- Several bars in the area
- Plenty of places to relax and enjoy sea views
Quick Service Restaurants
Options:
- Mickey's Barbecue
- Goofy's Grill
- Mini's Delight
- Various food types including pizza
- Just walk up to stands and order
The Lookout Bar
Amenities:
- Full bar service
- Soft serve ice cream available
Pool Deck Layout
Design:
- Multiple smaller pools scattered throughout (not one large pool)
- Plenty of seating and sun loungers on both Decks 11 and 12
- Large space with pools on either side of deck
Funnel Vision:
- Huge screen showing:
- Disney movies
- Trivia
- Television programs
- Pool located in front of screen area
Atmosphere: Busiest outdoor family area, but quieter spaces available around the ship with sun lounges scattered throughout decks
Aquamouse Water Coaster
Features:
- Wraps all the way around the ship
- Water coaster (pushed up by water over hills)
- Brand new show inside
- Very fast and lots of fun
- You will get wet
- Unique experience not commonly found on cruise ships
- Highly recommended
Kids' Slide: Separate smaller slide for younger children
Front of Ship Section
Layout:
- Cascading sunbathing areas over multiple decks
- Toy Story Splash Zone for little kids
Personal Opinion: This front area would have been better as the adults-only zone instead of the back of the ship location
Fake Funnel Suite
Unique Feature: Two-story suite inside the fake funnel structure (detailed in separate video)
Adults-Only Area (18+)
Quiet Zone (Back of Ship)
Note: Many hot tubs throughout Disney Destiny (unusual for Disney cruise ships)
Features:
- Hot tub
- Lovely seating areas
- Large infinity pool looking off the back of the ship
- Cove Bar nearby
- Views toward the back of the ship
Reality Check: Does get quite busy despite being adults-only
Additional Level:
- Two small cove pools (wet areas where you can sit with feet in water)
- Deck above with more comfortable seating
- Small smoking area off to the side
Cove Café
Details:
- Adults-only café
- Moana themed
- Serves coffee, hot drinks, and alcoholic beverages
- Lovely place to relax
- Very busy in mornings
- Great spot for morning coffee
Final Thoughts
Disney Destiny is an incredible ship with unique theming, innovative spaces, and outstanding attention to detail throughout. The heroes and villains theme creates a fresh identity distinct from Disney Wish and Disney Treasure, while maintaining Disney's signature elegance and quality.