Fall 2026 itineraries

[tigger2002]

I heard it from your father's brother's nephew's cousin's former roommate that they will announce the 2026 Fall schedule before the Fall of 2026.

 

[cwboy]

Last week on Fantasy, a cast member told me, that they expect Fantasy to come back to Europe in 2027.

But also reading the speculations about Wish made me wonder... could we have two ships in Europe in 2027? Wish doing Mediterranean cruises and Fantasy doing Northern (I'm thinking size vs Norwegian Fjords and smaller Northern ports).

Having the US tourism drop in the back of my head, LNG discounts in Mediterranean, 4th Wish-class coming, my fully booked Fantasy cruise out of Southampton last week...

Seems like 2027 would be a good year to test two ships in Europe.

 

[insureman]

I wonder if the cruise lines are watching the overall trends in travel right now and are preparing to respond to the ongoing drops in travel to the US from other countries. I imagine any effect wouldn't be immediate since cruises are often booked months or even years out but where I live I'm hearing a lot of people saying they'd rather travel to other countries right now.

As a Canadian I felt comfortable cruising from the US in 2024, but I was very glad that we had booked our 2025 trip to Europe. We had planned to book a Disney cruise in 2026, but I deliberately booked an itinerary that departed from a non American port. I would like to do a Caribbean cruise in the next few years, but I will likely use a cruise line that has departures from Guadaloupe or Martinique (French territories that have direct flights from Europe and Montreal) rather than Florida.

I'm not sure what percentage of DCL cruisers are from outside the US, but I've heard so many stories of people cancelling trips and looking at other destinations that I have to wonder if these trends will have an effect on the cruise industry's plans going forward.

Sometimes Gemini AI has a better answer than I can provide.

In recent years, American destinations have been actively working to attract Canadian travelers, recognizing the immense value they bring to the U.S. economy. While there have been some recent declines in Canadian tourism, the U.S. remains a top destination for many due to a combination of factors.

Here are some of the key points that highlight a U.S. perspective on Canadian tourism:

Economic Impact: Canadians are the largest source of international visitors to the U.S. By a significant margin, they contribute billions of dollars annually to the American economy. This spending supports countless jobs in hospitality, retail, and tourism-related industries, particularly in border states like New York, Vermont, and Washington, as well as popular destinations like Florida, California, and Nevada.

A "Warm Welcome" is Still the Goal: Despite some reports of friction, many U.S. tourism officials and businesses are actively trying to remind Canadians that they are welcome. They are working to rebuild a sense of trust and community, emphasizing that political disagreements do not reflect the general sentiment of individual Americans who rely on and appreciate their Canadian neighbors.

Diversity of Experiences: The United States offers a vast range of travel options that cater to every type of traveler. From the theme parks of Orlando and the beaches of California to the historical sites of New York and the natural beauty of national parks, there's a destination for everyone. This variety of experiences, often just a short drive or flight away, is a major draw for Canadians.

Targeted Marketing and Outreach: The U.S. travel industry is not ignoring the challenges. National tourism organizations like Brand USA are launching new campaigns to specifically appeal to international visitors, including Canadians. These campaigns focus on the warmth and diversity of American destinations and aim to reignite a passion for U.S. travel.

Efforts to Streamline Travel: The U.S. and Canada continue to promote programs like NEXUS, a trusted traveler program designed to make border crossings faster and more efficient for pre-approved, low-risk travelers. This demonstrates an ongoing commitment to facilitating cross-border movement for both business and leisure.

While a variety of factors have recently influenced Canadian travel habits, the U.S. travel industry is making a concerted effort to overcome these hurdles and highlight the unique and welcoming experiences that continue to make the country a premier destination for its northern neighbors.

 

[SomePixiedust]

Join me won't you... It won't be this week, it won't be this week, it won't be this week. Let's get this to 50 pages

 

[lois00525]

Join me won't you... It won't be this week, it won't be this week, it won't be this week. Let's get this to 50 pages

I'm with you...we will get this to 50 pages. Please DCL...just push the button and announce the itineraries. Don't you want our money $$$

 

[holula]

Last week on Fantasy, a cast member told me, that they expect Fantasy to come back to Europe in 2027.

But also reading the speculations about Wish made me wonder... could we have two ships in Europe in 2027? Wish doing Mediterranean cruises and Fantasy doing Northern (I'm thinking size vs Norwegian Fjords and smaller Northern ports).

The Fantasy and the Wish are almost the same size. The Wish is not a mega ship like Oasis of the Seas. If it is the Fantasy I’m glad they are mixing it up instead of having the Dream come every year.

However I would love to see them try two ships in Europe so I’m all for this plan.

 

[lois00525]

The Fantasy and the Wish are almost the same size. The Wish is not a mega ship like Oasis of the Seas. If it is the Fantasy I’m glad they are mixing it up instead of having the Dream come every year.

However I would love to see them try two ships in Europe so I’m all for this plan.

I like this idea also. We usually sail to Europe with DCL twice a year, and two different ships would make it even more Magical!!!

 

[Jacq7414]

The Fantasy and the Wish are almost the same size. The Wish is not a mega ship like Oasis of the Seas. If it is the Fantasy I’m glad they are mixing it up instead of having the Dream come every year.

However I would love to see them try two ships in Europe so I’m all for this plan.

I would love two ships in Europe. Mostly because I wish DCL would do the Greek isle itineraries in July instead of June. We are still in school in June so it never is able to work out for us

 

[DCLMP]

Keep in mind I said as long as it respectful and doesn't devolve into arguing, political or otherwise and should be fine.

I can always be overruled by webmasters as well such as the special rules around Covid.

On the Canadian thread. The webmaster stated "that thread" is the only place where ""how the current environment effects travel to WDW and Disneyland can be discussed". I'm not quite sure what he means by "current environment", but I can take a good guess. Unless I'm reading it wrong I interpreted it to mean that Canadians can only discuss it on that thread.

Are obtuse statements that could be political depending on interpretation now allowed?

 

[dreamer17555]

Assuming that Wish #4 maiden in early July 27, which seems like it could happen, can the Florida port agreements be fulfilled if two ships are in Europe? Especially if they both go over in May?

Florida would have what- Dream, Destiny, Treasure? And then the 4th ship in July?

 

[lois00525]

Assuming that Wish #4 maiden in early July 27, which seems like it could happen, can the Florida port agreements be fulfilled if two ships are in Europe? Especially if they both go over in May?

Florida would have what- Dream, Destiny, Treasure? And then the 4th ship in July?

Hmmm....could DCL possibly sail the Magic in Florida?

 

[dreamer17555]

Hmmm....could DCL possibly sail the Magic in Florida?

Magic will likely be back in Alaska again. I doubt they are spending the money to winterize her for a single Alaska season

 

[lois00525]

I would love two ships in Europe. Mostly because I wish DCL would do the Greek isle itineraries in July instead of June. We are still in school in June so it never is able to work out for us

Greece is beautiful. We sailed this itinerary twice and both times on the Magic. I would love it if they moved the Greek itineraries to July.

 

[DCLMP]

Greece is beautiful. We sailed this itinerary twice and both times on the Magic. I would love it if they moved the Greek itineraries to July.

It’s so hot in July. I wish they would bring back Iceland and Baltics in July.
Their July cruises are weak so I feel for you.

 

[asgur5]

Um i just did a greek cruise on dcl in july. It started june 31st and finished july 12th. Weather was glorious.

 

[ShaneDJ]

Um i just did a greek cruise on dcl in july. It started june 31st and finished july 12th. Weather was glorious.

It didn’t start on June 31st.

 

[Jacq7414]

Um i just did a greek cruise on dcl in july. It started june 31st and finished july 12th. Weather was glorious.

June 31st? Did you mean June 30th?

The 2026 cruise starts June 24th. We end school here the last week of June so there is no way that would work for us.

 

[lois00525]

It didn’t start on June 31st.

It didn’t start on June 31st.

Our last cruise to Greece was the 12 Might Med with Greece sailing on July 6, and we had beautiful weather also. It was hot, but I like the hot weather, and we stayed well hydrated.

 

[DCLMP]

June 31st? Did you mean June 30th?

The 2026 cruise starts June 24th. We end school here the last week of June so there is no way that would work for us.

You end late. My last Greek cruise was in May and weather was perfect. It was toasty in Rome and that was early May. I’m sure the weather on the ship will be great. It’s on land that’s sweltering.

 

[lois00525]

It’s so hot in July. I wish they would bring back Iceland and Baltics in July.
Their July cruises are weak so I feel for you.

I'm also hoping they bring back Iceland. We sailed the Northern European Capitals with DCL and it was fabulous.