Disney Cruise Line
Disney Fantasy
- Cruises
- 50
- From
- $964
Ship comparison
Disney Fantasy vs Disney Wonder
Disney Cruise Line
Disney Wonder
- Cruises
- 30
- From
- $634
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Disney Fantasy is a mega Disney Cruise Line ship carrying 4,000 passengers, in service since 2012. Disney Wonder is a large Disney Cruise Line ship carrying 2,400 passengers, in service since 1999.
Choose Disney Fantasy if you want better-rated dining, a newer ship or a bigger ship: it outscores Disney Wonder for dining (8.0 vs 5.5) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores, its maiden voyage was in 2012 (vs 1999) and it carries 4,000 passengers (vs 2,400).
Choose Disney Wonder if you want more of a party, a lower starting fare or better-rated staterooms: it outscores Disney Fantasy for party (6.0 vs 4.0) and staterooms (6.0 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $634 (vs $964).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Disney Fantasy | Disney Wonder | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Disney Cruise Line | Disney Cruise Line |
| Ship size | Mega | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2012 (better) | 1999 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2015 | 2015 |
| Gross tonnage | 128,000 | 83,000 |
| Passengers | 4,000 | 2,400 |
| Crew | 1,450 | 945 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.8 | 2.5 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 32.0 | 34.6 (better) |
| Decks | 16 | 11 |
| Length | 1,115 ft | 964 ft |
| Beam | 137 ft | 106 ft |
| Speed | 28 mph | 28 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 50 | 30 |
| Upcoming sailings | 122 | 124 |
| Cruise lengths | 3–10 nights | 3–7 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $964 | $634 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Disney Fantasy leads on 1 of the ten, Disney Wonder on 5, with 4 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Disney Cruise Line
Disney Fantasy
Building on the classic style of her sister ships, Disney Fantasy is the fourth cruise ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Disney Fantasy is designed to reflect the glamor of the golden age of cruising during the 1930s.
Highlights
- The Disney Fantasy is approximately 40% larger than the Disney Magic and the Disney Wonder.
- The centerpiece of the 3-deck atrium lobby is a bronze sculpture of Mademoiselle Minnie Mouse.
- Original paintings, statues and woodwork that lend to the Art Nouveau ambiance.
- Enjoy Disney-themed kids clubs, areas and immersive interactive programs and activities.
Sailing now
50 cruises on sale, from $964.
Disney Cruise Line
Disney Wonder
As family cruising goes, it doesn't get much better than a Disney cruise. With an entire deck of youth programming and a family-friendly vibe, it's easy to see why Disney Wonder has earned nods from parents and kids alike.
Highlights
- Enjoy a uniquely different dining experience every night of your cruise with rotational dining.
- Attend live musical stage shows.
- Spend a day exploring Castaway Cay, a private island in the Bahamas.
- Enjoy imaginative children's programs and separate activity areas for adults, teens and kids.
Sailing now
30 cruises on sale, from $634.
Questions
Disney Fantasy or Disney Wonder?
Which is bigger, Disney Fantasy or Disney Wonder?
Disney Fantasy is bigger at 128,000 gross tons, against 83,000 gross tons for Disney Wonder. Disney Fantasy carries 4,000 passengers and Disney Wonder carries 2,400.
Which ship is newer, Disney Fantasy or Disney Wonder?
Disney Fantasy is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2012 against 1999 for Disney Wonder.
Which has more space per passenger?
Disney Wonder, with 34.6 gross tons per passenger against 32.0 on Disney Fantasy. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Disney Wonder, with one crew member for every 2.5 passengers against one for every 2.8 on Disney Fantasy.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 10.0 out of 10.
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