September 7, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$4,360
Price / day
$623
Disney Dream|Disney Destiny
Disney Dream vs Disney Destiny
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Disney Destiny
Built in 2025
15 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Disney Destiny
$375 / day
$39 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Disney Destiny
35 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Disney Dream vs Disney Destiny: Quick Comparison
Disney Destiny is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2025, it is 15 years newer than Disney Dream, which entered service in 2010. Disney Destiny is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage at 144,000 GT. Disney Destiny also carries 116 more passengers. Disney Dream has upcoming sailings in Europe and Transatlantic, while Disney Destiny has sailings in Bahamas. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Disney Destiny has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Disney Dream | Disney Destiny |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2010 | 2025Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 129,690 GT | 144,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 4,000 | 4,116 |
| Space per Passenger | 32.4 GT | 35 GT |
| Length | 339.5 m | 341.8 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Disney Dream vs Disney Destiny
Age
Disney Destiny was built in 2025, making it 15 years newer than Disney Dream, which was built in 2010.
Size
At 144,000 GT, Disney Destiny is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage than Disney Dream at 129,690 GT.
Passenger capacity
Disney Destiny carries up to 4,116 passengers compared with 4,000 aboard Disney Dream, a difference of 116 passengers.
Passenger space
Disney Destiny offers more space per passenger: 35 GT per guest, compared with 32.4 aboard Disney Dream. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Disney Dream (Europe and Transatlantic) and Disney Destiny (Bahamas) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Disney Destiny has the lower average starting price per day at $375 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Disney Dream
7-Night British Isles Cruise from Southampton
- Departure Port
- Southampton
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 7, 2026Southampton
- Day 2 · Sep 8, 2026Liverpool
- Day 3 · Sep 9, 2026Greenock
- Day 4 · Sep 10, 2026Cobh
- Day 5 · Sep 11, 2026Portland
- Day 6 · Sep 12, 2026Southampton
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Disney Destiny
3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale
- Departure Port
- Fort Lauderdale
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Fort Lauderdale
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Disney Castaway Cay
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Nassau
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Fort Lauderdale
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Disney Dream
September 14, 2026
13-Night Transatlantic Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$2,651
Price / day
$204
Disney Destiny
September 4, 2026
3-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$1,435
Price / day
$478
September 7, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$1,089
Price / day
$272
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Disney Dream
Average
$414 / day
VS
Disney Destiny
Average
$375 / day
Disney Destiny has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$375/day vs $414/day
About $39 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Disney Dream if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe and Transatlantic.
- Departing from Southampton works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Disney Destiny.
Choose Disney Destiny if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Bahamas.
- Departing from Fort Lauderdale works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Disney Dream vs Disney Destiny: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Disney Destiny
Built in 2025
15 years newer
Bigger
Disney Destiny
144,000 GT
11% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Disney Destiny
$375 / day
About $39 less per day
- Disney Destiny is 15 years newer.
- Disney Destiny is 11% larger by gross tonnage.
- Disney Destiny carries 116 more passengers.
- Disney Destiny offers more space per passenger (35 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Disney Dream or Disney Destiny?
Disney Destiny is newer. It was built in 2025, while Disney Dream was built in 2010, making Disney Destiny 15 years newer.
Which is bigger, Disney Dream or Disney Destiny?
Disney Destiny is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 144,000 GT compared with Disney Dream at 129,690 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Disney Destiny has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,116, compared with 4,000 for Disney Dream.
Which ship is more spacious, Disney Dream or Disney Destiny?
Disney Destiny has the higher passenger space ratio at 35 GT per passenger, versus 32.4 for Disney Dream. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Disney Dream or Disney Destiny?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Disney Destiny has the lower average starting price per day at $375 per day versus $414 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Disney Dream sail?
The upcoming Disney Dream sailings currently listed cover Europe and Transatlantic, departing from Southampton.
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