Single supplements are fees that solo passengers pay when taking a cruise since most cabins are priced based on double occupancy.
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Tauck has announced that they are waiving all single supplements in Category 1 cabins for cruises this year. The cruise line said that this applies to over 250 departures in 2025.
In addition to the no single supplement in Category 1 cabins, solo cruisers who book a Category 4 or 5 cabin will receive up to $1,000 off 52 departures on 22 itineraries.
For land journeys, the cruise line is reducing single supplements by up to $600 on 84 departures. This applies to 39 tours in five continents.
On its popular European tours, Tauck has reduced the single supplement by up to $400 on 42 departures of 18 different journeys, including the cruise line’s iconic 14-day Classic Italy itinerary.
Other tours with reduced solo pricing include trips in:
Germany and Central Europe
France
Spain
Portugal
Great Britain
Scandinavia
Land journeys in North America are up to $300 off with the biggest savings being on trips to Asia, Africa, Latin American and the Middle East. These tours are up to $600 off the single supplement fares.
Tauck CEO, Jennifer Tombaugh, gave the following statement this change in cruise fares for solo travelers:
“As much as our solo guests appreciate the great savings, they also embrace the wonderful sense of assurance and support they feel when traveling with Tauck. In addition, they love that all of the planning and logistics are taken care of.
“Everything they would normally have to arrange by themselves – hotel and restaurant reservations, sightseeing, on-site navigation and transportation – all are expertly handled by Tauck. All our guests need to do is select their trip and departure date, and we do the rest.”
Tauck is a family-owned river cruise line that’s celebrating their 100th anniversary in 2025.
I love big cruise ships, but I also hate crowds. That’s a tricky one, right?
However, if going on 40 cruises has taught me anything, it’s that ships are only crowded because everyone tries to go to the same places at the same times!
My experience has taught me when the busy times are for each venue on the ship. And so if I want a quiet day, I’ll plan my own itinerary that goes against the norm. It’s so much more relaxing that way.
If you fancy giving that a go, here’s my itinerary for a quiet day.
7 am – Breakfast
On a sea day, most people will take the opportunity to have a lie in and will head to the buffet 30 mins before it closes. On big ships that enfore handwashing, you’ll have to queue to get inside and then do several laps before you spot a free table.
But if you’re willing to get up early and arrive at the buffet when it opens, you can have your pick of virtually any table, and the hottest freshest food too!
8 am – Swim in The Pool
While you may see a few people putting towels down, the pool area is virtually empty before 9am.
So if you want to swim some lengths, have a hot tub to yourself or even go down the water slides without queueing at the top, now is the perfect time.
Whatever you do, don’t go to the gym. It will be rammed at this time. We’ll save that for later.
10 am – Enjoy The Entertainment
Cruise ships have all kinds of entertainment inside, such as dance classes, trivia, lectures, cookery classes and art workshops. When I cruised with Fred. Olsen I played bridge every day at 10 am and it was so relaxing!
So take a look at the daily planner that the cruise line gives you and decide which one you fancy.
11 am – Visit The Casino
On cruise ships, Maritime law states that the casinos are only allowed to open when the ship is in international waters. That means that a sea day is a great time to go.
On some ships, the slots are open the whole time the ship is at sea. Table games might not open until later, so check your ship’s schedule for the exact times.
But if you want your pick of any machine, the morning is a great time to go.
12 pm – Lunch in the Main Dining Room
You ate breakast early, so by 12 pm you’ll probably be ready for lunch. Meanwhile, everyone who had breakfast at 10 is nowhere near hungry.
For some reason, a lot of people forget that the main dining room exists at lunch time. Instead, they crowd into the buffet or grab a burger or a slice of pizza to eat by the pool.
If you’re one of the first people to arrive at the main dining room for lunch it will be very quiet, meaning you get quick service and a relaxed atmosphere.
1 pm – Go To The Pub
Many people don’t visit the indoor bars on a cruise ship until the evening. So now’s the time to enjoy a quiet pint.
If you fancy a go on the pool table or the dart board, now’s the time that it’s most likely to be available.
2 pm – Watch A Movie
Many cruise ships have onboard cinemas which can be hard to get into after dinner.
However, if you head to a matinee showing, you should have no problem getting a seat.
If your ship doesn’t have a cinema, you may be able to enjoy a movie on the TV in your stateroom. Failing that, grab a book from the library and enjoy some chill time.
4 pm – Enjoy A Poolside Snack
I love the food by the pool on cruise ships. While the poolside snack bars can get very busy at lunchtime, if you arrive at 4pm you can treat yourself to a salad, tacos, pizza, hot dog or fries without having to queue.
Most people don’t want to eat at this time as it’s too close to dinner. But don’t worry, dinner is a still way off for us.
5 pm – The Most Fun Activities
Cruise ships generally have two dining times, early and late. Families usually choose the early one, so by 5pm they’re all getting ready for dinner.
This is the perfect time to have a go at all the activities that have been busy with kids. Depending on your ship and it’s schedule, you might be able to have a go on the mini golf, the rock climbing wall, the sports court or the bowling alley without it being crowded with children.
6 pm – Relax In The Spa
There’s nothing more frustrating than paying for a pass to the thermal suite and then not being abler to use it because the steam room, sauna and hot tub are all full.
Instead, I like to head there at about 6pm when it’s much quieter and you have a much better chance of finding a vacant heated bed to relax on.
7 pm – Hit The Gym
Most cruise ship gyms are open for guests from 6 am until 10 pm. In reality, very few people visit the gym in the evening.
You may find that 10 pm until 6 am, the gym is reserved for crew members. However, on the biggest and newest ships, crew members have their own gym, so the gym may be open 24 hours.
8pm – Get Ready For Dinner
This is one of the busiest time on the ship. Everybody is out and about. The bars will all be full with people having either an after-dinner drink or a pre-dinner drink, depending on their dining time.
But don’t worry, we’ll be heading back to the room to get changed for dinner.
If you have a balcony, now’s the time to enjoy a quiet glass of wine on it. If you’re luck, you’ll watch the sunset without anyone spoiling your view.
9 pm – Dinner
If you’re cruising with kids then dining at 9 pm won’t work for you. But if you’re child-free, then later is better if you want to avoid the rush.
If your ship has flexible dining times, you should have no problem with arriving at 9 pm for dinner. I find that this is the quietest time.
If there are fixed times, then choose the later one, which may be 8.30. You can arrive up to 15 minutes late without a problem, but I wouldn’t leave it any later than that.
Or, for an even more relaxed experience, I recommend that you opt for either the buffet or a speciality restaurant. These are always the quietest places to eat un the evening.
10 pm – Watch A Show
You’ll need to check your daily planner for the showtimes for your ship. But I usually find the later shows to be quieter, particularly if the show starts at 10 pm or later and the ship has a lot of children.
11 pm – Go For A Walk
I love the outside areas of a cruise ship at night. The pools always look so pretty when they’re lit up. And if you’re lucky, they might still be open so you can enjoy a late-night dip.
If your ship has a promenade deck it will be empty at this time, so you can enjoy a peaceful evening stroll.
In warm weather, the outdoor bars will be open until late so why not head out and enjoy a nightcap under the stars before bed?
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What Do You Think Of This Itinerary?
The ship being too busy is a common complaint on large cruise ships. But it is one that you can avoid.
Choosing a smaller ship will certainly help. I’ve cruised on ships with just 100 guests, and they have bars and restaurants that can seat every single guest at the same time, so you never have to worry about getting a seat. Plus, with just three or four decks, there’s never a queue for the elevator as most people never us it!
I would also recommend avoiding cruises in the school holidays if you can. That’s because each ship squeezes on a lot more people when children are involved.
Let’s take Icon of the Seas, for example. Royal Caribbean’s ship accommodates 5,610 guests, based on two people in each cabin…
But, when every cabin is at maximum capacity and additional beds are used for kids, the ship accommodates 7,600.
That’s an extra 2,000 people!
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Holland America Line has partnered with Wheel of Fortune, America’s longest running syndicated game show, and the cruise line will be featured all week on the show.
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The Wheel of Fortune episodes with Holland America Line will air from January 13-17, 2025. This will be the first time where a single cruise line has been featured on the show for an entire week.
Not only will Holland America Line cruises be given out on the show for contestants and those watching at home, but the cruise line has lowered deposits to $25 per person for the week.
The following cruises will be given away on the Wedge, Third Round Prize Puzzles, At-Home Sweepstakes and Fan Friday:
Monday, January 13: 7-Day Alaska cruise
Tuesday, January 14: 7-Day Mediterranean cruise
Wednesday, January 15: 7-Day Canada & New England cruise
Thursday, January 16: 7-Day Northern Europe cruise
Friday, January 17: 7-Day Caribbean cruise
Values of the cruises range from $7,000 to $9,000. The prizes include roundtrip airfare and cruises for two.
The entire set of Wheel of Fortune will be transformed into a nautical theme with a backdrop that looks like a ship pier behind the contestants.
Kacy Cole, chief marketing officer at Holland America Line, gave the following statement:
“As a company that has been sailing for more than 150 years, we continue to innovate ways that meaningfully reach our guests.
“By creating our own Cruise Week and partnering with a celebrated show like ‘Wheel of Fortune,’ our sponsorship allows us to connect with a captivated audience who are both avid Holland America Line cruisers and new to our brand. We look forward to showcasing our global destinations on one of the most iconic wheels in the world.”
If there’s one thing that I loved about my cruise on the Disney Treasure, it was the food. Disney cruises are known for amazing cuisine and immersive dining experiences, and Disney’s new ship did not disappoint
In this guide, I’ll show you all of the restaurants on the Disney Treasure.
The photo above is of a vegan breakdfast that I enjoyed onbord, so if you happen to be vegan, then you should also check out my guide to Disney cruise vegan dining, which has some more details on that.
The Restaurants On The Disney Treasure
The Disney Treasure has three rotational dining restaurants, two adult-only speciality restaurants, a buffet-style restaurant, a food court with five different outlets and a dessert store.
All of these dining options are included in your cruise fare, with the exception of the two speciality restaurants – Enchanté and Palo.
List of Dining Options on the Disney Treasure:
Rotational Main Dining:
1923
Worlds of Marvel
Plaza de Coco
Specialty Restaurants (Adult-Exclusive):
Enchanté by Chef Arnaud Lallement
Palo Steakhouse
Casual Dining:
Marceline Market
Mickey & Friends Festival of Foods
Room Service
Disney Treasure Rotational Dining
Like all Disney cruise ships, the Disney Treasure has rotational dining. This means that you eat in a different restaurant each night and your waiters come with you.
As Disney Treasure only does three- and four-night cruises, this gives guests the opportunity to sample all of the main dining rooms on board.
Here’s some more information about each of the rotational dining restaurants on the Disney Treasure…
1923
Named after the year that The Walt Disney Company was founded, this elegant 20s-style restaurant serves dishes inspired by California’s varied heritage.
I love the decor of this restaurant, which reminded me of my Grandma’s house. Kids are given an activity booklet to keep them busy. But, if you’re thinking of skipping one of the rotational dining restaurants to eat in a speciality restaurant while the kids are in Disney’s Oceaneer Club, then I would say that this is the one to miss.
Worlds of Marvel
Worlds of Marvel is more than just a restaurant on the Disney Treasure. It’s a cinematic dining adventure where guests will play an interactive role in an Avengers mission while enjoying world cuisine.
Guests can enjoy two distinct interactive shows during their voyage:
Avengers: Quantum Encounter – This experience features Ant-Man and The Wasp demonstrating advanced technology, with appearances by other Avengers, including Spider-Man.
Marvel Celebration of Heroes: Groot Remix – Exclusive to the Disney Treasure, this show stars Rocket and Groot from the “Guardians of the Galaxy” films.
Plaza De Coco
Exclusive to the Disney Treasure, this is the world’s first theatrical dining experience themed to Disney and Pixar’s “Coco.” Guests are transported to Santa Cecilia, enjoying live entertainment and modern twists on traditional Mexican fare.
While the characters do a tour of the room, some tables do get a much better view than others.
If you’re a Concierge-level guest, then I definitely recommend speaking to your Concierge host in advance to ask if they might be able to secure you a table at the front for this one.
Disney Treasure Speciality Restaurants
Enchanté
Enchanté offers French-inspired cuisine from a fine dining menu crafted by three-Michelin-starred Chef Arnaud Lallement. You can enjoy an evening meal, a Champagne brunch or if you have a sweet tooth there’s a five-course ‘Just Desserts’ experience.
As you enter, look out for Lumiere, he’s hiding amongst the candelabras on the wall!
Palo Steakhouse
The ever-popular Palo restaurant on Disney cruise ships has had a slight name tweak on the Disney Treasure and it is now called Palo Steakhouse.
In a beautiful setting inspired by Cogsworth, from Beauty and the Beast, the show-stopping menu includes a selection of Italian dishes as well as the world’s best steaks. For dessert, you won’t want to miss the signature Palo chocolate souffle.
Disney Treasure Casual Dining Options
As well as the main dining restaurants, Disney Treasure has a host of other casual eateries that are open around the clock.
Marcelline Market
Disney’s buffet restaurant on the Disney Treasure is called Marceline Market. It features lots of little outlets that are inspired by street food markets from around the world.
The menu changes all the time – don’t miss the extra couple of options around the back! There’s a choice of indoor and outdoor seating, all with spectacular ocean views.
My tip is to sit outside and enjoy the most stunning views on the ship.
Mickey and Friends Festival of Foods
This open-air food court on the Disney Treasure features five different eateries:
Mickey’s Smokestack Barbecue
Donald’s Cantina
Daisy’s Pizza Pies
Goofy’s Grill
Sweet Minnie’s Ice Cream
It’s open for lunch, dinner and any time in between with tasty fast food options that the whole family will love. Food is made fresh to order and you can eat it poolside on the outdoor tables that are shaded from the sun.
Periscope Pub
The pub on Disney Treasure, The Keg & Compass, offers a ‘pub grub’ menu with classics like fish and chips, bangers and mash and steak and ale pie.
These are all available for an extra charge. There are some good vegan and vegetarian options here too, with fishless fish and plant-based chicken tenders.
Jumbeaux’s Sweets
Jumbeaux’s Sweets is a dessert store that’s inspired by the movie Zootopia. Themed after the ice cream parlour run by Jumbeaux the elephant in the movie, it offers a selection of frozen treats like gelato and ice cream, as well as other sweet delights
Everything costs a little extra here, but it’s definitely worth a visit, even if just for a look around.
Room Service
Your final dining option onboard Disney Treasure is to order room service via your stateroom telephone. You can see the menu on your Disney Cruise Line app once you’re onbaord.
Room service is free on Disney cruises, but it’s polite to tip the person who brings it a couple of dollars to show your appreciation.
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To Conclude
I found the amazing selection of delicious Disney Treasure food to be one of the many highlights of my cruise. You can learn more about this incredible new ship with my Disney Treasure guide.
Now that you’re up to speed on the D-sney Treasure cruise restaurants, you might also want to take a look at my guide to Staterooms and Suites on Disney Treasure so that you can choose the best room for your cruise.
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Disney Treasure has 1,254 staterooms, offering a range of accommodations to suit different tastes and budgets.
To help you choose the best stateroom for your cruise on the Disney Treasure, I’ve put together this detailed guide with information about each of the different stateroom categories.
When I cruised on the Disney Treasure, I was lucky enough to be able to visit lots of different staterooms and suites. I really got a feel for which were the best, and I’ll share that info with you now.
Disney Treasure Stateroom Categories
Each stateroom or suite on the Disney Treasure is assigned a category number. These start at 1A for the exclusive Tower Suite, all the way down to 11C for the cheapest inside cabins.
The table below shows all of the different room categories on the Disney Treasure, along with how many people can sleep in each room and the size, including the balcony.
Room
Categories
Sleeps
Size in square feet(square metres)
Concierge Tomorrow Tower Suite
1A
8
1,966 (185)
Concierge 2-Story Royal Suite with Verandah
1B
6
1,759 (165)
Concierge 1-Story Royal Suite with Verandah
1C
6
1,507 (142)
Concierge 1-Bedroom Suite with Extended Verandah
2A
5
1,031 (97)
Concierge 1-Bedroom Suite with Verandah
2B
5
608 (56)
Concierge Family Oceanview with Verandah
3A
5
296 (27.5)
Concierge Family Oceanview
3B
5
357 (33)
Deluxe Family Oceanview with Verandah
4A, 4B, 4C, 4E
4
284 (26)
Deluxe Oceanview with Veranda
5A, 5B, 5C, 6A, 6B, 7A
4
243 (22.5)
Deluxe Family Oceanview
8B, 8C
5
237 (22)
Deluxe Oceanview
9A, 9B, 9C, 9D
4
218 (20)
Standard Inside
11A, 11B, 11C
4
169 (15.7)
On any cruise ship, some rooms are less desirable than others. If you’re choosing a stateroom on the Disney Treasure, I recommend you grab a copy of my free checklist that will help you avoid any rooms in bad locations:
Now, let’s take a closer look at each of the different rooms on Disney Wish that you have to choose from.
Tomorrow Tower Suite
Category 1A
The top suite on the ship is the Tomorrow Tower Suite, which is themed around EPCOT. This gorgeous suite is located inside the funnel, which gives it the nickname of Disney Treasure Funnel Suite.
There’s only one Tower Suite on the Disney Treasure, and it’s in high demand. The price of a cruise in this suite varies depending on the sailing and how many people are staying in it. But you can expect to pay somewhere between $30,000 and $100,000 for a three- or four-night cruise.
Due to its unusual location inside the ship’s funnel, the Tower Suite doesn’t have a balcony. However, it does have two main bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, a large two-storey living area, a dining room, a library, a pantry, a bar and a grand spiral staircase.
On the other side of the funnel is a large TV screen. The Slide-a-saurus Rex slide begins from within the funnel, and the AquaMouse slide passes right through.
The Funnel Suite sleeps eight people comfortably. The two main bedrooms each have king-size beds, there’s a children’s bedroom with bunk beds, and another queen-size bed comes down from a wall in the library.
The Tower Suite has five televisions, motorised blackout blinds, and real feather duvets with a choice of pillow options. Guests will enjoy the use of robes and slippers as well as free Wi-Fi for the whole cruise. The decor is inspired by the movie Moana.
Disney Treasure Royal Suites
Category 1B (2-Story Royal Suite) and Category 1C (1-Story Royal Suite)
Disney Treasure has two types of Royal Suite: a two-storey option and a single-storey option. There are two of each category on the ship, each with decor inspired by beloved Disney characters and stories.
The two-storey Royal Suites draw inspiration from The Jungle Book and Aladdin, while the single-storey Royal Suites feature themes inspired by Princess Jasmine’s Rajah and Bagheera the Panther.
The 2-Story Royal Suites are arguably the best suites on the ship, and they’re my favourites. Each has two main bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a large living area, an open dining room, pantry, wet bar and a large verandah with a whirlpool tub.
The single-storey Royal Suites are around 14% smaller than the 2-Story Royal Suites. However, some would say that the location at the aft corners of Deck 10 is better, with less wind and swaying to contend with.
The 1-Story Royal Suites have all of the same amenities as the double-storey Suites, including that all-important hot tub on the balcony!
To help you choose your cabin on Disney Treasure, I’ve created a cabin checklist that you can get for free. Just enter your email address below, and you’ll receive it in your inbox straight away.
Disney Treasure 1-Bedroom Suites
Category 2A (1-Bedroom Suite with Extended Verandah) and Category 2B (1-Bedroom Suite with Verandah)
There are 18 1-Bedroom Suites on the Disney Treasure, of which two have the extended verandah. While the regular 1-Bedroom Suites are rectangular, the Extended Verandah 1-Bedroom Suites are oddly shaped with a huge verandah at the front of Deck 12.
Each 1-Bedroom Suite sleeps five guests. They have a separate bedroom with king-size bed, a living area with a double convertible sofa bed, and a single bed that pulls down from the wall.
Each Suite has two full bathrooms, a living room, a wet bar, luxurious decor inspired by The Lion King, two TVs, robes, slippers and 100MB of free Wi-Fi.
For guests needing accessible accommodation, Suite 13510 is the one to go for, while 12026 is suited for guests with hearing impairments.
Disney Treasure Concierge Family Oceanview Stateroom
Category 3A (Concierge Family Oceanview Stateroom With Verandah) and Category 3B (Concierge Family Oceanview Stateroom)
For families who want the Disney Concierge benefits (more on those below) without the expense of a full Suite, the Concierge Family Oceanview Staterooms are ideal.
Those on Decks 12 and 13 feature a verandah, while those on Deck 11 instead have floor-to-ceiling windows looking forwards just above the bridge. The rooms without a balcony are a little larger, particularly if you go for one of the corner rooms.
11504 is reserved for guests with mobility needs, but 11006 is a large room that can be booked by anyone.
Each stateroom sleeps four or five guests with a king-size bed, single sofa bed, single Pullman bed, and an extra bed that pulls down from the wall in some rooms. The decor is inspired by The Lion King.
Disney Treasure Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
Category 4A, 4B, 4C, 4E
For families of five, or those wanting a little more space but without the Disney Concierge-level benefits, the best staterooms on Disney Wish are the Deluxe Family Oceanview with Verandah rooms.
This is the room I stayed in when I cruised on the Disney Treasure and I loved it.
The different letters in category 4 – A, B, C and E (I’m not sure what happened to D) – relate to the location on the ship. 4A are in the best spot on Decks 10 and 11, while the others are a little further away from the open decks.
The 4E staterooms on Disney Treasure are located at the aft of the ship on Decks 6, 9 and 10. These have huge balconies and views over the aft. I would say that these could be the best rooms on Disney Treasure, for the money.
When you look at the Disney Treasure deck plan, you’ll see that there are ‘bump-outs’ on Decks 6 to 10. These are areas where the ship extends outwards. If you choose a category 4 stateroom on a bump-out, you’ll benefit from a larger balcony. So these are worth looking out for.
Each Deluxe Family Oceanview room has a queen bed, a single sofa bed and a pull-down bed. Those rooms that sleep five have an additional pull-down bed from the wall.
Here’s where you’ll find the Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandahs:
Category 4A: Decks 10 and 11
Category 4B: Decks 8 and 9
Category 4C: Decks 6 and 7
Category 4E: Decks 6, 9 and 10
Disney Treasure Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah
Category 5A, 5B, 5C, 6A, 6B, 7A
The most popular stateroom type on the Disney Treasure is the Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah. This is akin to what would be called a standard balcony stateroom on most other cruise ships.
Sleeping three or four people, each room has a queen bed and a single sofa bed. Those rooms that sleep four also have a single pull-down bed.
Again, you’ll want to study the deck plan carefully, as those that are located on the bump-outs have bigger balconies for the same money.
Category 6 staterooms on the Disney Treasure all have a slight obstruction to the view, although I expect that this will be minimal, such as a solid wall at the bottom. If this worries you, go for category 5.
Category 7 staterooms on the Disney Treasure have a ‘Navigator’s Verandah’. These balconies are a little more enclosed than a standard verandah, with a large open-air porthole. On Carnival ships, they’re known as Cove Balconies.
In this video, you can see what a Navigator’s Verandah looks like on the Disney Wish, which is identical…
Here’s where you’ll find the Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandahs:
Category 5A: Deck 10
Category 5B: Decks 8 and 9
Category 5C: Decks 6 and 7
Category 6A: Decks 8 and 9
Category 6B: Decks 6 and 7
Category 7A: Decks 6, 7, 8 and 9
Disney Treasure Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom
Categories 8B & 8C
Deluxe Family Oceanview Staterooms have a large round window instead of a balcony. They each sleep either four or five guests and are a little larger than the Deluxe Oceanview Staterooms, with an extra 21 square feet of floor space (around 8% more).
Each room has a queen bed, a single sofa bed and a pull-down bed. Those rooms that sleep five have an additional pull-down bed from the wall.
Here’s where you’ll find the Deluxe Family Oceanview Staterooms:
Category 8B: Decks 8 and 9
Category 8C: Decks 6 and 7
Disney Treasure Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom
Categories 9A, 9B, 9C & 9D
Deluxe Oceanview Staterooms each sleep three or four guests, and have a large porthole window. If you choose category 9D, the window is slanted.
Each room has a queen bed and a single sofa bed, with some also having a single bed that pulls down from the wall or ceiling.
Category 9B staterooms are all on Deck 2. This is a handy location for the Oceaneer Club, but it’s a long way up to the open decks. If you don’t like to use elevators and prefer to take the stairs, this might be a category to avoid.
Here’s where you’ll find the Deluxe Oceanview Staterooms:
Category 9A: Decks 7 and 8
Category 9B: Deck 2
Category 9C: Decks 7 and 8
Category 9D: Decks 6 and 7
Disney Treasure Inside Staterooms
Categories 11A, 11B and 11C
The cheapest staterooms on the Disney Treasure are Guaranteed Inside Staterooms. With this option, you don’t get to choose your stateroom number. It will be assigned to you based on what’s available closer to the sailing date.
Guaranteed Inside Staterooms are likely to be the worst rooms on the Disney Treasure, although arguably there are no bad rooms on this ship. Plus you have the chance of getting a great one, and may even be upgraded to Ocean View if all of the inside rooms sell out.
The worst staterooms on Disney Treasure are category 11C. As well as having no window or natural light, these are located right down on Deck 2, far away from all of the action. For a better location, choose an 11A or 11B stateroom and try to get one that’s not too far from the elevators.
Inside Staterooms on Disney Treasure are the only ones that don’t feature Disney Cruise Line’s signature split bathrooms. Your toilet will be in the same room as your bath, rather than in a separate room. But you do at least get a bathtub, even in the cheapest inside room. And that’s something reserved for Suite guests on most other cruise lines.
Here’s where you’ll find the Standard Inside Staterooms:
Category 11A: Decks 9, 10 and 11
Category 11B: Decks 6, 7 and 8
Category 11C: Deck 2
The Extras You Get With Disney Wish Concierge Rooms
Disney Cruise Line Suites and selected Staterooms are classed as Concierge Level. These come with some extra in-room amenities and some extra perks.
Here’s what you get:
Access to VIP areas of the ship, like the Concierge Lounge
Down Duvets and Pillow Menu
Robe and Slippers
Free Wi-Fi (not unlimited)
Chance to pre-reserve activities
Services of a Concierge Host
Surprise gifts
For more details about exactly what you get with Disney’s Concierge level (and whether Concierge is worth it on the Disney Treasure), take a look at my full guide to Disney Cruise Concierge Perks.
Choosing The Best Deck on Disney Treasure
The best deck to stay on Disney Treasure depends on your own personal preferences. Deck 7 is popular because you’re surrounded by staterooms above and below, so noise is limited. But if you want to be near the pool, choose a higher deck.
Choosing a room on Disney Treasure
Whichever room you choose on the Disney Treasure for your cruise, you’ll enjoy a range of amenities, including:
43-inch TV
USB and USB-C ports
Large vanity
Refrigerator
Full-length mirror
Safe
Hair dryer
Phone
Climate control
Privacy curtain
Queen bed and pull-out sofa beds
Deluxe toiletries
If you’re on a tight budget, the Inside Staterooms will be more than adequate. I stayed in an Inside Stateroom on the Disney Magic with my family of four, and it was lovely.
If you prefer a balcony, then my preference would be to go for a category 4E stateroom. These are very spacious, with large balconies and the best views over the wake.
If money is no object and you want something truly magical, then the Tomorrow Suite inside the funnel is the one to go for. Assuming it’s still available for your dates, that is!
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Carnival Cruise Line currently has 27 cruise ships in service, the second most out of all the cruise lines in the world.
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Over the next nine years, Carnival Cruise Line will have at least seven more ships added to their fleet. This not only includes newbuilds and a new class of ships, but also some moving over from a sister cruise line.
Pacific Adventure will be one of two P&O Cruises Australia ships converted over to Carnival Cruise Line
In March, Pacific Adventure and Pacific Encounter will go into dry dock and be converted over to Carnival Funships. This is part of Carnival Corporation’s plan to dissolve their P&O Cruises Australia brand.
The cruise ships will continue to offer the same itineraries as they do now, but with entertainment and favorites that Carnival cruise passengers as used to.
However, some of the dining and shows from the P&O Cruises Australia brand will remain since the ships will continue to sail from Australia.
When they enter Carnival’s fleet, the ships will be renamed Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter.
Both cruise ships originally started sailing under sister cruise line Princess Cruises before moving over to P&O Cruises Australia in 2020. Pacific Adventure was Golden Princess and Pacific Encounter sailed as Star Princess.
Both ships are just under 109,000 gross tons in size and are Grand class vessels.
Two Excel Class Ships
The Excel class from Carnival Cruise Line
Excel class cruise ships were the first to have a roller coaster on the top deck. Carnival Cruise Line currently has three in their fleet (Mardi Gras, Carnival Celebration and Carnival Jubilee) with an order for two more.
The class is currently the largest in Carnival Cruise Line’s fleet and all three ships sail to the Caribbean.
Carnival has an order for two more Excel class ships, with one debuting in 2027 and the second a year later in 2028.
The cruise line has yet to release the names and homeports for these two new ships. Both vessels will be built at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany.
4th Excel Class Ship
Scheduled to be completed in 2027
5,400 passengers
183,900 gross tons
5th Excel Class Ship
Scheduled to be completed in 2028
5,400 passengers
183,900 gross tons
Three New Mega Ships
Project Pinnacle was a cruise ship prototype from Carnival Cruise Line that was going to be over 200,000 gross tons in size. The project was scrapped years ago.
Over 20 years ago, Carnival was working on a new ship prototype that would be the largest in the world and the first over 200,000 gross tons in size. The cruise line decided not to build the ship and concentrate on ships in the 110,000 to 130,000 GT range.
Fast forward a couple decades and Carnival Cruise Line will finally build cruise ships over 200,000 gross tons. Last July, Carnival Corporation announced an order for three new mega cruise ships that will be nearly 230,000 gross tons.
The first will debut in the summer of 2029 with a new one coming out every two years after through 2033.
Carnival Cruise Line has yet to give any many details about these ships, but they will be built by Fincantieri in Italy and be powered by LNG.
Carnival said that a focus for these new ships will be innovative guest experiences that will take the cruise line into the future. They will also have “FUN features” that will be announced at a later date.
1st Mega Ship
Scheduled to be completed in 2029
6,200 passengers
230,000 gross tons
2nd Mega Ship
Scheduled to be completed in 2031
6,200 passengers
230,000 gross tons
3rd Mega Ship
Scheduled to be completed in 2033
6,200 passengers
230,000 gross tons
Cruise Fever will have all details on these new cruise ships from Carnival when they are announced.
This wave season, Star Clippers is celebrating 2025 by offering guests air credits and complimentary onboard beverage credits on all three of their tall ships when booking a cabin in categories two through six, as follows:
Guests booking a three- to six-night sailing will receive $150 air credit per person and $150 beverage credit per cabin;
Guests booking a seven- to nine- night sailing will receive $200 air credit per person and $200 beverage credit per cabin;
Guests booking a sailing of ten or more nights will receive $250 air credit per person and $250 beverage credit per cabin.
Guests must book their cruise by March 31, 2025 to qualify for the Wave Offer. Offer is valid for residents of North, Central and South America only.
2025 Wave Season
Interior Cabin (Photo by Star Clipper)
The 2025 Wave Offer is good on more than 100 sailings through November 2026, and includes Mediterranean destinations like the idyllic Greek Islands, storied Rome and the Amalfi Coast, stunning Spain and the Balearic Islands, and the chic French and Italian Rivieras. For closer-to-home getaways, travelers can choose from Caribbean sailings on Star Flyer out of St. Maarten and Royal Clipper out of Barbados to the tropical treasures of the British Virgin Islands, St. Lucia, St. Barths, Antigua and Dominica more. Central America sailings on Star Clipper take guests along the gorgeous Pacific coast of Costa Rica with ports of call in Panama. No matter which itinerary guests opt for, the unparalleled journey aboard Star Clippers’ authentic tall sailing vessels creates memories to last a lifetime.
Sailing For 25 Years
(Photo by Star Clipper)
For more than 25 years, Star Clippers has been introducing travelers to the thrill of modern tall ship sailing to remote ports in the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and Central America. The company operates three of the world’s largest and tallest sailing vessels: Star Clipper and Star Flyer are traditional clipper ships with modern amenities carrying 166 guests each, while the 227-guest Royal Clipper holds the Guinness World Record for being the largest and only five-masted, full-rigged sailing ship in service today. All three ships have expansive teak decks, swimming pools, informal dining, convivial tropical bars on deck and piano lounges.
For more information, applicable restrictions and to make a booking, contact your travel agent, or call 800-442-0551 or visit www.starclippers.com.
Holland America Line, the cruise line with the longest history of exploring Alaska, announced a $70 million capital investment that will expand guest capacity while elevating the line’s Denali property experience and enhancing its popular land and sea Cruisetours. The investment will build on Holland America’s position with more opportunities for glacier viewing and more ways to see Alaska’s wildlife than any other cruise line.
“It’s truly special that we can bring guests to a lodge at the doorstep of Denali National Park,” said Beth Bodensteiner, president of Holland America Line. “This investment is a win for Alaska, our guests, and Holland America Line. Enhancing and expanding the Holland America Denali Lodge will help meet the growing interest in combined land and sea Cruisetours for our 49th state and further support the Alaska tourism industry.”
Key Highlights of the Expansion:
2025: The project will begin with enhancements to the riverside interpretive trail with scenic viewpoints, improved on-site wayfinding, refined menu offerings for restaurants, and public space improvements for the Cottonwood and Canyon Lodge guest room buildings.
2026: The project will continue with 48 remodeled rooms in the Holland America Denali Lodge, a new coffee shop, and a remodeled Karstens Public House with expanded indoor and outdoor seating to provide a more immersive experience.
2027: The project will continue with a new guest-room building with 120 suite and standard rooms as well as a main lodge renovation that will include a new restaurant concept, a new lobby bar, and an enhanced coffee experience.
2025 and 2026 Cruisetours Available for Booking
Scenic Train Ride though Alaska (Photo by Holland America Line)
2025 and 2026 Cruisetours are available for booking, allowing guests to combine an Alaska cruise with an unforgettable journey into Denali National Park and Canada’s Yukon Territory. A series of 17+ itineraries will combine a cruise with an overland journey, offering more access to Alaska’s glaciers, wildlife, and wilderness tours.
Holland America Line owns motorcoaches, railcars, and hotels, providing preferential schedules for Cruisetour guests. Each itinerary includes a scenic ride on the luxury glass-domed McKinley Explorer train, and select itineraries visit Dawson and rides through the historic White Pass and Yukon Route Railroad from Skagway. Other select itineraries offer direct-to-Denali service, taking guests from the ship to their Denali hotel room on the same day.
More Opportunities to See Alaska Wildlife Than Any Other Cruise Line
Denali Carabou (photo by Holland America Line)
In addition to glaciers, Holland America Line offers more ways to see the wildlife of Alaska. Holland America Line carries a wildlife expert on board to help guests witness the majestic animals found in Alaska, including whales, eagles, bears, moose, otters, seals, sea lions, and more. A wildlife spotting guide points out the native animals found along the cruise route and a map with the best places to see each species is included. Between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., wildlife sightings are announced for guest viewing.
The wildlife experience continues ashore. With nearly 180 animal sanctuaries and sightseeing opportunities, Holland America Line is #1 in Alaska wildlife and wilderness tours.
Award-winning Cruise Line in Alaska
Mount McKinley Chalet at night (photo by Holland America Line)
No other cruise line has explored Alaska longer than Holland America Line, and throughout the years the cruise line has collected numerous awards and accolades from the world’s most discerning travelers and cruise experts for Alaska cruising. Holland America Line was named the top pick for Alaska in the Porthole Cruise Magazine Editor-in-Chief Awards, AFAR Travelers’ Choice Awards, Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards, USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Travel Weekly UK Hot List Awards, and TravelAge West Wave Awards Editor’s Pick.
For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.
In 2024, leading river cruise line AmaWaterways achieved record-setting results and received numerous prestigious awards from the travel industry, includingCruise Critic’s top honor, Best River Cruise. As a pioneer in river cruising, the company remains focused on delivering immersive guest experiences and providing exceptional sales and marketing support to its travel partners. In 2025, AmaWaterways is set to build on this momentum, driving innovation and growth with new ships, routes, destinations, and enhanced collaborations with its valued partners.
“River cruising is increasingly appealing to a wider audience, from younger travelers seeking new experiences to multi-generational families. 2025 sales are already tracking 31% higher than 2024 results at the same time last year,” says Rudi Schreiner, co-founder and president of AmaWaterways. “We are meeting this demand with expanded offerings, including increased capacity on European rivers, two ships debuting on Colombia’s Magdalena River, and a new ship on the popular Douro River in Portugal. These developments are part of a broader commitment to innovation – it’s not just about growing our fleet; it’s about expanding the very concept of what a river cruise can be.”
New Ships & Itineraries For 2025
In 2025, AmaWaterways will introduce a range of new itineraries and ships, providing travelers with unique opportunities to explore the world’s rivers. New offerings include:
Best of Danube: Schreiner’s top pick for 2025, this brand-new itinerary sails roundtrip from Budapest, taking guests through iconic cities like Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna. With 15 departures in 2025 and 14 in 2026, this itinerary includes early-season sailings – Rudi’s favorite time to see the Danube – departing February 23 and March 2, 2025 aboard the award-winning AmaMagna. Later departures will feature AmaBella, AmaReina, AmaViola, and AmaLea.
Grand River Cruises: These 14-night journeys combine two popular seven-night itineraries, such as the Grand Seine & Rhône or Grand Danube, for an immersive experience. Guests can enjoy convenient transfers and even more opportunities to explore diverse landscapes, historic cities, and charming villages across multiple countries, giving ample time to discover and appreciate local cultures.
AmaSintra in Portugal: This new ship will join the fleet on the popular Douro River in April, offering guests enhanced opportunities to explore the beauty, vineyards and culture of Portugal on the 7-night Enticing Douro itinerary.
AmaMagdalena and AmaMelodia in Colombia: Two state-of-the-art, custom-designed ships will debut on Colombia’s waterways in March and June, 2025. The 64-guest AmaMelodia and 60-guest AmaMagdalena will offer luxurious accommodations on two seven-night itineraries: Magic of Colombia and Wonders of Colombia. Highlights include curated excursions such as a vibrant Carnaval celebration in Barranquilla, live jazz performances, authentic paola rides, and historical walking tours.
“We are so appreciative of the love and support we continue to receive from our valued guests and travel partners,” said Kristin Karst, co-founder and executive vice-president. “Our current success and positive outlook for 2025 wouldn’t be possible without the trust and support of our travel advisor partners. 2025 is shaping up to be our most exciting year yet. We are thrilled to offer our guests the opportunity to experience Colombia like never before, with exclusive access to remote destinations often inaccessible by other means of travel. We are proud to open the doors to hidden gems, allowing our guests to interact with indigenous communities and explore untouched natural wonders.”
The company will continue to focus on being inclusive to guests of all ages, interests and backgrounds, as 2025 dates have already been announced for the Soulful Experiencecruises highlighting Black history and culture as well as for the Latin Touch cruises, catering to the Spanish speaking market, with two departures scheduled in November and December 2025.
For more information or to reserve an AmaWaterways river cruise and land package for a client, call 1.800.626.0126 or visit AmaWaterways.com.
As the calendar flips to a new year, avid travelers are already charting their 2025 and 2026 adventures. Those looking to experience a sailing on award-winning Riverside Luxury Cruises will be spoiled for choice—in 2025, the line is offering more than 170 departures on nearly 130 unique itineraries ranging from three to 23 nights across three ships.
The 2026 season showcases a similar array of options thanks to the line’s flexible schedule that allows guest to combine three- and four-night itineraries into traditional seven-night cruises or build extended sailings of up to 23 nights. Travelers who act quickly and book their 2025 sailing by January 15 will receive $150 onboard credit per person on sailings of five nights or more. Advisors should take note that the 3% inaugural bonus commission expires on January 15, but all advisors can rest assured they will continue to earn a very rewarding 18% commission on all their Riverside Luxury Cruises sales.
With so many options it can be difficult to choose. But travelers can rest assured that no matter which itinerary they opt for, they will receive Riverside’s five-star, personalized service from the moment they step aboard, enjoy the largest suites on the rivers today, and indulge in the award-winning culinary and wine program created to the line’s exacting standards. Following is a sampling of some of Riverside’s most popular itineraries on the Rhine, Rhone and Danube rivers.
Visiting the Netherlands during tulip season is a magical experience. From late March to mid-May, the Dutch countryside transforms into canvas of vibrant colors, with miles of tulip fields stretching as far as the eye can see. Riverside’s seven-night Holland in the Heart of Tulip Season itinerary explores the Netherlands and Belgium during this special time, immersing travelers in the iconic blooms, cultural heritage and diverse towns and cities along the route. The journey begins and ends in Amsterdam, meaning guests have time to explore one of Europe’s most popular cities.
The Provence region of France is an ideal location for river cruising, as the gentle pace of the journey allows for a leisurely exploration of charming villages nestled along the Rhône River. The seven-night Rhone River Roaming itinerary, which sails between Avignon and Lyon, includes a visit to the famous Chateauneuf-du-Pape winery, Van Gogh’s beloved city of Arles, and the Valrhona chocolate factory. This itinerary lends itself to exploration by bicycle—and each of Riverside’s ships have a fleet of regular and electric bikes at the ready for guests.
The might Danube River has a lot to offer travelers, and Riverside’s Heart of the Danube & Wachau Valley hits all the highlights. Sailing through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany, guests will visit the capital cities of Budapest, Bratislava and Vienna as well as charming smaller towns. Sailing through Austria’s spectacular Wachau Valley sitting on the sunny top deck, enjoying lunch prepared by the chef before your eyes and a glass of bubbly in hand is an Instagram-worthy and unforgettable experience.
Europe’s Newest and Most Luxurious River Cruise Line
Riverside Luxury Cruises is Europe’s newest and most luxurious river cruise line offering distinctive vacations on the Rhine, Rhône, Danube, Moselle, and Main rivers. The all-suites Riverside Mozart, Riverside Ravel, and Riverside Debussy offer the largest average suite size, all with king-size beds, highest staff-to-guest ratio, and up to five onboard restaurants. Guests can choose active tours from a menu of Riverside Choice excursions; take out a pedal- or e-bike, stored on board, for self-guided exploration; and bask in a rejuvenating treatment in the onboard FEHI Spa. On all itineraries, the ships stay late or overnight in some of Europe’s most captivating towns and cities, so guests can immerse in authentic cultures and the destination’s social life. Throughout, every member of Riverside’s exceptional staff and crew deliver intuitive and personalized service for an all-inclusive and luxurious experience.
On board, guests enjoy butler service in every suite; gourmet cuisine made with high-quality, fresh ingredients a la minute; included premium wines and spirits; complimentary StarLink broadband Wi-Fi; unlimited shore excursions to immerse in Europe’s history, cultures and landmarks; prepaid gratuities; and complimentary ground transfers. Riverside Luxury Cruises is a winner in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards for 2024 and Cruise Critic’s 2023 and 2024 Editors’ Pick Award for Best Dining in the River Category.
