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Dining Choices
Disney Cruise Line dining is sure to satisfy the appetites of the entire family—thanks to fresh, expertly prepared dishes made available 24 hours a day. Featuring diverse menus inspired by some of the world's most intriguing destinations, and restaurants that are distinctly themed and brimming with charm.
Disney Cruise Line Dining includes:
- Main Dining
- Casual Dining
- Adult Exclusive Dining
- Quick Service
Guests are to check their Meal Ticket (that can be found in their stateroom) in addition to the Personal Navigator—the Disney Cruise Line daily newsletter detailing all there is to see and do—for dining hours, bar hours and rotational dining evening attire. There are plenty of kid-pleasing favorites including Mickey shaped pancakes, pizza, mac & cheese, fresh fruit, assorted desserts and much more.
Main Dining
Main Dining restaurants are inviting dinner destinations within Disney Cruise Line's innovative reserved rotational dining system. Each evening, guests and their personal wait staff will "rotate" to one of the 3 main restaurants onboard the ship, ensuring they enjoy a delicious meal in a unique setting every night of their cruise.
Every person in your stateroom will be at the table. At the time of booking, guests can specify other people to sit with who will also be on board. If you don't, assignments will be made to fill in your table. Generally, adults without children will dine with other adults, while families dine with other families.
The main dining room times to be requested at time of booking are as follows:
- First seating: 5:45 PM
- Second seating: 8:15 PM
Animator's Palate (Cuisine: Pacific Rim / American)
Celebrating Disney animation, Animator's Palate includes an innovative dinner "show" starring your favorite Disney characters. Serving dinner only.
When booking guests will be asked to select a dinner and live show time based upon availability at that time. Requests to change these assignments may be made upon boarding the ship, if availability allows. Once onboard, times will be on guests dining tickets found in thier stateroom for assigned dinner and show seating times, restaurant schedule and table number.
Triton’s (Cuisine: American and French)
Triton's serves classic American fare for breakfast and lunch, and continental cuisine with a French flair for dinner.
Parrot Cay (Cuisine: American / Caribbean Island Grill House)
Inspired by the relaxed feel of the tropics, Parrot Cay boasts classic American fare for breakfast and lunch and Caribbean island grill house specialties for dinner.
Casual Dining
Disney Cruise Line offers convenient Casual Dining featuring an enticing spread of freshly prepared, delicious food items for every family member's tastes. Enjoy your meal—which includes self-service food items and made-to-order delicacies—in an air-conditioned setting or on deck side, where picture-perfect views surround you at every turn.
Beach Blanket Buffet (Cuisine: American / International)
Beach Blanket Buffet is an indoor/outdoor buffet restaurant. During breakfast and lunch, Beach Blanket Buffet serves the finest in buffet dining; at dinnertime, Beach Blanket Buffet becomes a table-service restaurant offering many Main Dining delights.
Adult Exclusive Dining ($)
Disney Cruise Line Adult Exclusive restaurants are romantic onboard dinner destinations that cater exclusively to adults looking for the finest in onboard dining amid a refined and elegant atmosphere. Reservations can be made online or onboard. Charges apply.
Palo
Palo is an Adult Exclusive restaurant serving Northern Italian cuisine for dinner nightly. Brunch is offered on 4 night and longer cruises.
Quick Service Dining
Disney Cruise Line features convenient, Quick Service restaurants on all ships, inviting you to satisfy those between-meal cravings with a variety of delicious offerings. From morning to night, enjoy such delights as Italian-style pizza, wraps, panini and ice cream—on deck or from the comfort of your room.
Goofy's Galley
Goofy's Galley is an outdoor restaurant located next to Mickey's Pool, serving breakfast, lunch and snacks later in the evening. Satisfy those between-meal cravings with delectable food items that are both well-balanced and delicious at this convenient snack stand.
Pluto's Dog House
Pluto's Dog House is an outdoor restaurant located next to Mickey's Pool, serving lunch and dinner in a casual setting featuring classic American fare such as hamburgers, hot dogs and chicken tenders.
Pinocchio's Pizzeria
Pinocchio's Pizzeria is an outdoor eatery located next to Goofy's Family Pool. Hungry for an in-between meal or late-night snack? Stop by Pinocchio's Pizzeria throughout the day to savory slice of pizza.
Preludes
Preludes is a cozy bar located just outside the Walt Disney Theatre serving mixed drinks, non-alcoholic beverages and snacks during live show performances and movies. Open during show times, Preludes also offers wait-staff service inside the Walt Disney Theatre before the curtain goes up, so you can be sure to enjoy a cocktail during the show without ever having to ever leave your seat.
Room Service
Room Service onboard the Disney Wonder is available 24 hours a day, for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Snacks are also available throughout the day and night. On the final night of the guests’ cruise, Room Service is available until 1:30 a.m.
Included in the price of your cruise, Disney Cruise Line Room Service is complimentary. Gratuity is not included. Please note that an additional fee will be added to the guests’ stateroom for certain snacks, wines, beverages and beverage packages.
Special dietary needs
Low-sodium meals, kosher meals and certain other special diet-restricted meals are available. Request dietary needs at the time of booking.
Are alcoholic beverages & sodas free?
Free sodas are available at two Beverage Stations on Deck 11, however guests must pay for alcoholic beverages and sodas at the bars and lounges onboard.
Nightclubs, Bars & Lounges
The nightclubs and lounges on the Disney Wonder ship include a piano bar, a sports bar and a dance club created exclusively for children and adults.
Guests can get their kicks on Route 66—the ship's "roadside" adults-only entertainment district, featuring the hottest bars and clubs as follows:
- Cadillac Lounge, is a Cadillac-themed piano bar that features a full bar and nightly live music. Open from approximately 6:30 p.m. to midnight daily, Cadillac Lounge is off limits to Guests under 18 yrs old after 9:00 p.m.
- Diversions, is a sports pub and lounge. During the day, families can take part in fun-filled activities or watch a televised sporting event; and adults can sing karaoke or enjoy a cocktail at night.
- WaveBands, is a futuristic-looking club/venue that resembles the interior of a giant radio. During the day, guests of all ages can participate in a number of fun-filled games and activities; while at night, adults are invited to mingle over mixed drinks, dance or sing karaoke.
Other Bars & Lounges...
- Cove Café, is a casual hotspot where adult Guests can enjoy beverages and snacks while perusing a magazine, watching television or surfing the Internet.
- Outlook Café, an adults-only indoor lounge is a stylish retreat where Guests 21 years of age or older can relax with a refreshing cocktail and enjoy the seaside view.
- Signals, an adults-only bar, is a cozy spot where Guests 21 years of age or older can unwind with a refreshing cocktail or snack.
- Promenade Lounge, an elegant Art Deco venue, is the perfect place for families to enjoy a refreshing beverage or snack, surf the Internet or partake in fun activities that occur throughout the day
The drinking age aboard the ship is 21. Valid photo I.D. is required. Disney Cruise Line reserves the right to refuse sale and/or service to anyone.
Entertainment
Disney Cruise Line offers a plethora of entertainment for all ages. Plenty of Disney fun for the little ones, tweens and adults.
Theaters
The Buena Vista Theatre, one of 2 large-sized theatre spaces on the Disney Wonder, screens first-run movies—and digital 3-D movies—along with other popular films. Recalling a luxurious movie palace during the golden years of Hollywood, the Buena Vista Theatre features decorative warm wood paneling, cozy red plush seating, a stage space and a red velvet curtain in the grand Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles of the 1930s and 1940s. Wheelchair viewing is available.
The Walt Disney Theatre, one of 2 large-sized theatres is a 977-seat live performance venue that spans an entire 3 decks on the ship. This theatre showcases original Disney live shows, in addition to first-run and digital 3-D movies. Designated wheelchair viewing is available in various locations in the theatre.
PremEARS at the Walt Disney Theatre
Along with presenting original live entertainment, the Walt Disney Theatre also hosts Disney movie premieres, allowing Guests to enjoy a film's opening at the same time it's making its nationwide debut onshore.
Disney Digital 3-D
In addition to live shows and movie premieres, the Walt Disney Theatre—in a cruise industry first—shows 3-D movies for your enjoyment. Equipped with the latest digital 3-D projectors, the theatre allows you to experience the fun and excitement of both new and classic 3-D films during your cruise. Additionally, the Walt Disney Theatre features new in-theater effects, adding a fourth dimension to the movie-going experience.
Activities
Pools and Spas
Pools aboard the Disney Wonder include 3 themed freshwater pools—one for children, one exclusively for adults and one for families— open each and every day of their cruise vacation.
- Goofy's Pool, one of 3 freshwater pools is designed for families. With a maximum depth of 4 feet, Goofy's Pool includes a main central pool plus 2 whirlpool spas, perfect for parents looking to unwind and relax while keeping their children in full view. Children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult to use the pool or whirlpool spa.
- Mickey's Pool, one of 3 freshwater pools onboard. This Mickey Mouse-shaped children's pool has a maximum depth of 2 feet. Mickey's Pool lets children cool off and make new friends while onboard the ship.
- Mickey's Pool Slide boasts a twisting, one-deck-high yellow slide suspended by a gigantic Mickey Mouse hand, ideal for kids looking for a little excitement when cooling down. To use the slide, children must be between the ages of 4 and 14, with a minimum height of 38 inches and a maximum height of 64 inches.
- Mickey's Splash Zone The United States Public Health Service requires that only children who are toilet trained be permitted to enter swimming pools onboard cruise ships. Children under 3 years of age who are not toilet trained are welcome to enjoy the Splash Zone next to Mickey's Pool. This special play area has been designed exclusively for the enjoyment of children wearing swim diapers.
- Quiet Cove Pool, one of 3 freshwater pools is reserved for Guests 18 years of age and older. Guests can enjoy a refreshing and calming swim, giving them the opportunity to socialize with other adults—away from the kids. In addition to the central pool, Quiet Cove Pool includes 2 whirlpool spas. , perfect for Guests.
Vista Spa & Salon
Vista Spa & Salon is a tranquil haven offering therapeutic and beautifying services for adults. This 10,700 square-foot environment is an idyllic place to escape to and indulge in such pleasures as pedicures, manicures, massages, skin treatments, aromatherapy, hairstyling and more. This adults-only venue is open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. every day, except on days when the ship is docked.
Guests can delight in a wide range of spa treatment packages that deliver sumptuous experiences, from herbal wraps and botanical skin therapies to special massages that utilize ancient techniques. Personalized care is taken to a new level with our rainforest-themed aromatherapy steam rooms and a sauna room inspired by the Roman baths. Fragrant vapors holistically elevate mind and body while relaxing in the soothing warmth of tiled chairs. Afterwards, guests can match their inner glow with outer radiance by visiting the professional salon for any number of beauty services, including hairstyling, teeth-whitening or even a makeover.
Senses Spa & Salon amenities include:
- Complimentary non-alcoholic drinks
- Comfortable waiting areas
- Showers
- Lockers
- Sandals and robes for use during your treatment
- Men's and women's changing rooms
- Massage rooms
- Sauna
- Beauty products
Guests who visit the beautiful Vista Spa & Salon must be 18 years of age or older. Please note that the costs of all services are not included with the price of the cruise. Reservations for the Spa may be made online through the Planning Center or any time after 1:00 p.m. on the first day of the cruise. Salon services may not be booked online and can only be arranged onboard.
Fitness Centre
The Disney Cruise Line Fitness Center is part of the Vista Spa & Salon. This state-of-the-art exercise facility provides a stunning ocean view setting and a complete range of cardiovascular and weight machines, as well as a plethora of classes and programs including yoga, Pilates and aerobics instruction. For a fee of $75.00, you can schedule a one-on-one 60-minute session with a personal trainer.
The Fitness Center is an adults-only venue open from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. every day except when the ships are docked. Reservations for instructional classes, seminars or one-on-one training sessions may be set up at the Fitness Center any time after 1:00 p.m. on the day guests first board the ship or any time thereafter. Please note that Guests are required to be 18 years of age or older to use the facilities.
The Fitness Center includes:
- Open-air track for walking and jogging, about 1/3 of a mile in length
- Weight machines
- Spinning machines
- Treadmills and Ellipticals
- Instructional classes (yoga, Pilates, aerobics)
You also enjoy the benefits of the following:
- Free iPod Shuffle while you work out
- Showers
- Lockers
- Complimentary Towels
- Men's and Women's Changing Rooms
- Complimentary Water
Sports
The Disney Cruise Line Wide World of Sports Deck is an immense open-air activities area featuring basketball and volleyball courts. Guests are sure to find a friendly pick-up game to join, or an unoccupied volleyball or soccer net to practice their shots in this dynamic environment. For fun and fresh air, kids, teens and adults of all ages are invited to enjoy this outstanding place. If guests are feeling more like relaxing than competing, the Wide World of Sports Deck is also a wonderful place to gaze out at the ocean and enjoy the sea breezes. Located on Deck 10, it offers the highest vantage point for panoramic views.
Other Deck Activities
If guests would like to explore their sports options beyond the Wide World of Sports Deck, there are plenty of other terrific locations for active pursuits.
- Ping Pong: Whether guests are an expert at the paddle or a quick-learning novice, ping pong out in the open air is nothing but fun.
- Shuffleboard: A sport that's considered traditional cruise-ship recreation, shuffleboard is a definite to-do on the gleaming courts.
- Running Track: Guests can join an energizing workout on a 1/3-mile lap around gorgeous Deck 4. They'll be invigorated by stunning views over the open sea while running the length of the ship and on the port and starboard decks.
Enrichment
- Art Gallery: Choose from a selection of limited-edition prints for purchase or partake in the at-sea auction offering fine art rarities.
- 24 hours Internet service (wireless access available/fees apply)
Boutiques
While sailing with Disney Cruise Line, guests will enjoy various shops for their wide and wonderful range of tax- and duty-free goods. Store hours vary from port to port. Guests should check their Personal Navigator for daily hours, special events and promotions. Guests will find all kinds of Disney branded toys, clothing and other goodies for the kids. Mom & Dad will find chic European fragrances and tropical fashions along with a fine selection of luxury goods, including, premium cigars and upscale liquors—all tax and duty-free.
Please note that purchased liquor cannot be consumed on board; it will be delivered to the guests’ stateroom on the last night of the cruise.
Shutters Photo Gallery
When guests are ready to see the pictures taken onboard and ashore they can do so at Shutters where they are available for viewing from 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Photos taken during the day are generally on display starting from 5:00 p.m., while pictures taken after this time will be available the following day.
Shutters offers a fun and fantastic selection of photo packages, ranging from prints guests can frame to custom greeting cards. In this one-stop photography shop, they will also find frames, accessories, film processing and CD writing services to turn their vacation pictures into sweet, sentimental gifts.
Shutters is also the place to go to arrange a professional family, couple's or group portrait in a studio setting. Select from a number of backdrops—tropical, formal, fanciful or romantic—and create photo keepsakes that will let guests relive the magic for years to come
Shore Excursions
Shore Excursions are one-day tours offered in various port cities, and include many options for adventure and entertainment. Crew Members are on hand to answer questions and provide guests with detailed descriptions of available shore excursions and assist with making reservations for excursions too.
Laundry / Valet Services
Onboard laundry and dry-cleaning services (with stateroom pickup) are available for a charge. There is also a self-service guest Laundry Room with coin-operated washers and dryers, along with detergent and ironing equipment. For safety reasons, the provided irons or steamers may be used in the laundry room only; personal irons cannot be brought aboard.
Special Occasions
Disney loves to celebrate. They must be advised of special occasions—such as anniversary, birthday and honeymoon—at least 3 weeks prior to departure. They will be happy to celebrate the occasion in their dining rooms. They also offer a great variety of baskets, merchandise and other goods for guests’ stateroom that will get their cruise off to a perfect start, as well as special themed packages, such as the "Family Reunion." Guests can add extra amenities like flowers, chocolates, champagne and more.
Medical Centre
For your convenience, a physician and nurse are on call 24 hours a day to provide basic medical services on every cruise. The Health Center is open from 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Charges for medical services will be added to the passengers’ shipboard account and they will be provided an itemized receipt to submit to their insurance company. Medical Center is equipped to treat minor non-emergency matters. Physicians are available to render services at a customary fee. While at sea or in port, the availability of medical care may be limited.
Standard prevailing fees will be charged for all physician and nurse services. If guests require any prescription drug, they need to bring an adequate supply in its original container. Please keep in mind that a child who shows symptoms of physical illness such as fever, vomiting, diarrhea, unexplained rashes or discharge from the nose or eyes may be excluded from participation in activities as well as from babysitting services.
Women who have entered their 24th week of pregnancy as of their embarkation date will be refused passage due to safety concerns. Neither a physician's medical statement nor a waiver of liability will be accepted. In addition, Disney Cruise Line cannot be held responsible or liable for any complications relating to pregnancy at any stage. All pregnant women are required to produce a doctors letter stating that the mother and baby are in good health, fit to travel and the pregnancy is not high-risk. The letter must also include the Estimated Date of Delivery (EDD).
Fleet Medical / Special Services
The Special Services Information Form is an optional form that allows guests to report special needs. It also allows you to arrange for wheelchair access and/or lift, oxygen and/or special dietary needs so that Disney Cruise Line can best accommodate the members of your travel party during your vacation. The form can be downloaded in a PDF file which can be, printed and filled out. This form can be sent via mail, email or fax, which includes the mailing address, email and fax number.
Religious Services
During certain religious holidays, onboard clergy perform services. Guests have to check their Personal Navigator once onboard for more information, including locations and times.
Guest Services Desk
The Guest Services Desk and the dedicated Guest Services phone line are available 24 hours a day. Crew members stationed at both are knowledgeable and committed to assisting you with guest questions and requests.
Disney Wonder Kids
Disney Cruise Line provides a vast array of clubs, lounges and interactive programs designed to keep your child having fun each and every day. The Disney-themed kids clubs are for ages 3 months to 17 years of age and offer immersive interactive programs and activities designed to allow a child's imagination to soar! Scheduled activities are planned for the following age groups:
- Flounder’s Reef Nursery 3 months – 3 years old
- Oceaneer Club 3 - 12 years old
- Edge 11 - 14 years old
- Vibe 14 - 17 years old
Character Greetings
Character Greetings, where kids and adults can meet and greet Disney Characters, occur throughout the ship both in designated places and during special surprise appearances. For a schedule of Disney Character appearances, guest can check the Personal Navigator onboard. Although subject to change, Disney Characters guests are likely to see during thier cruise may include:
- Mickey Mouse / Minnie Mouse
- Donald Duck /Daisy Duck
- Chip & Dale / Goofy
- Pluto / Max / Dopey
- Captain Hook / Peter Pan
- Lilo / Stitch / Cinderella / Belle
- Snow White / Princess Aurora
- Princess Tiana / Ariel
- Captain Jack Sparrow
Quarter Masters Arcade
Quarter Masters Arcade is located next to the Quiet Cove Pool. Open from approximately 8:00 a.m. to midnight daily, Quarter Masters is a fun spot featuring the latest videogames—and thrilling air hockey—where Guests of all ages can get their game on and compete against each other.
Studio Sea
Studio Sea is a family entertainment center and is the ideal place for them to sing, dance, play games and enjoy live entertainment together. Lights! Camera! Action! Designed with a working television studio in mind, Studio Sea features an expansive stage, cozy director-style chairs, illuminated make-up mirrors and hanging television screens. In keeping with the theme, metallic stars and decorative film reels can be seen throughout the venue's soundstage.
Staying in Touch
Guests can stay connected with friends, family and the rest of the world with convenient services such as:
Note: Due to the technology involved and satellite connectivity, the onboard Internet service may be slower than guests may be accustomed to, and may be interrupted or unavailable at times.
Wave Phones
While aboard the ship and on Castaway Cay, guests can reach out to their fellow travelers via Wave Phone—an option that allows you to text and call without using your personal cell phone. From your Wave Phone, you can call any shipboard phone, stateroom phone or other Wave Phone, making it easy to connect with your travel party or new friends. In your stateroom, you will find 2 Wave Phones. Additional phones are available at a fee.
Wireless Internet Access
Guests can enjoy the flexibility and freedom of connecting to the Internet from their own personal wireless-ready laptop at convenient WiFi hotspots on Disney Cruise Line ships. Guests should check their Personal Navigator for specific information about WiFi hotspots.
Internet Cafés
Each Disney Cruise Line ship features Internet cafés where guests can check email, surf the Internet and share their vacation memories while they’re at sea. Fees for internet and computer services available onboard. On the Disney Wonder choose from the following options:
- Promenade Lounge offers an Internet café with computer stations
- Cove Café (adults only) offers WiFi-enabled café laptops, available at a fee
Note: External equipment such as cameras cannot be hooked up to Disney’s computers. Computers are not equipped with any Microsoft® Office applications; attachments from guests’ email accounts associated with these applications will not open and cannot be sent. The computers also do not allow program or software uploads and downloads.
Cell Phone Services
In addition to dedicated locations where guests can take advantage of ship-to-shore calling, Disney Cruise Line features Cellular at Sea phone service—so they can use their own cell phone or wireless PDA just as they would on land. Available from most cell phone carriers including AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile, this service is currently accessible in staterooms.
Note: Usage rates and international roaming rates vary as guests travel. Guests should be sure to contact their cell phone provider to learn these rates before they cruise. Disney Cruise Line recommends that Guests seeking to avoid the unwanted costs associated with data downloads keep their wireless devices turned off during their cruise.
Daily Program
Each morning, a newsletter called the Personal Navigator is delivered to the guests’ stateroom. It includes a complete listing of all onboard activities, adventures and entertainment. It also includes activity and entertainment schedules for children and teens. Extra copies are available at Guest Services where Cast Members will be happy to assist guests with questions.
Onboard Purchases
On board all Disney ships, all transactions are in U.S. dollars. Guests won't need cash while at sea because Disney Cruise Line has a convenient "cash-free" system on board the ship.
When guests arrive at the Disney Cruise Line terminal at Port Canaveral, your signature will be requested for check-in. At this time you may also present a credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Credit Card, Diners Club International or Disney's Visa Credit Card), which will give you charging privileges aboard the ship. Any purchases on the ship, including beverage services, spa, salon services, photography, medical and laundry services, purchases from retail shops, gratuities and any item or service of a personal nature must be charged to your room. All purchases made onboard are charged to the guests’ stateroom account and an itemized statement detailing all purchases made onboard by the guests will be delivered to the guests’ stateroom. All charges must be settled before debarkation from the ship by cash, traveler's checks, Disney Dollars or by the credit cards mentioned above.
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