Disney Expands Cruise Capacity in San Diego and Galveston: What You Need to Know!

Disney Cruise Line has announced an exciting update regarding its itineraries for fall 2026 and spring 2027, catering especially to families on the West Coast and in Texas. As the Disney Wonder departs from Australia, it will embark on a winter program focused on North America.

Reservations will commence on August 25, 2025, for select Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club members, with general bookings opening on September 2, 2025. More details can be found at disneycruise.com.

For the first time, San Diego will host two Disney Cruise Line ships. The Disney Magic will embark on various voyages for two months in California, offering three- to seven-night trips during October and November 2026. It will then transition to Texas for a special 14-night journey from San Diego to Galveston, which includes stops in Puerto Vallarta, Cartagena, and Grand Cayman.

Joining the Disney Magic in San Diego for seven months, the Disney Wonder will run three- and seven-night cruises from October 2026 to April 2027. Destinations will include Catalina Island, Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada, and Puerto Vallarta.

In late 2026 and early 2027, there will be an extended season of Disney cruises from Texas. The Disney Magic will launch four-, five-, and seven-night itineraries from November 2026 to April 2027. Many of these routes will feature a stop in the Bahamas, allowing guests to enjoy a visit to Disney’s Castaway Cay and Nassau.

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