Disney Cruise Line Cancels Remaining December 2020 Sailings

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Today, Disney Cruise Line announced the extension of their cruise suspension for sailings through December 2020 due to the ongoing fallout of Coronavirus pandemic and the framework issued at by the CDC for the resumption of cruise operations in the United States. While the CDC didn’t get to extend the No Sail Order into February 2021, they basically found an alternative way to stall the gradual resumption with a laundry list of hurdles the cruise ships much conquer before welcoming guests back onboard.

Disney Cruise Line remains focused on the health and well-being of our guests and team members, and are carefully reviewing the guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and working together with industry partners on a path to resuming operations. As they continue to refine their protocols for an eventual return to service, Disney decided to cancel all sailings through December 2020. Sailings are cancelled on board the Disney Fantasy through December 26; Disney Wonder and Disney Magic through December 30; and the Disney Dream through December 31. 

Guests booked on affected sailings who have paid their reservation in full will be offered the choice of a cruise credit to be used for a future sailing or a full refund. Guests who have not paid their reservations in full will automatically receive a refund of what they have paid so far.

For those booked on these sailings who have paid their in full will be offered the the choice of a 125% future cruise credit to be used for a future sailing prior to May 31, 2022, or a full refund. Guests who have not paid their reservations in full will automatically receive a refund of what they have paid to date.

Guests who booked their reservation through a travel agent should contact them directly with any questions. Those who booked directly with Disney Cruise Line and have questions after receiving their email should call (866) 325-6685 or (407) 566-7797.

The following emails are being sent to guests booked on the impacted sailings.

DCL Guest Email December 2020 Cancellations 20201103

11/03/2020

Reservation #:

Dear EMILY,
All of us at Disney Cruise Line hope you and your family are staying well.

Our team at Disney Cruise Line remains focused on the health and well-being of our Guests and team members. We are carefully reviewing the guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and working together with industry partners on a path to resuming operations. As we continue to refine our protocols for our eventual return to service, we have decided to cancel all sailings through December 2020.

In light of this cancellation, we are offering affected Guests who have paid their reservation in full the choice of a 125% future cruise credit to be used for a future sailing prior to May 31, 2022, or a full refund. The credit has automatically been added to your account. Once you have decided on an alternate sail date, you may contact your travel agent. Your agent may place a reservation on hold for you by applying this credit as a payment option when booking a new reservation online. Guests that have not paid their reservations in full will automatically receive a refund of what they have paid so far.

Thank you for your patience and understanding during these challenging times. We look forward to welcoming you aboard as soon as we can and making magic for you and your loved ones.

Sincerely,

Cast & Crew
Disney Cruise Line

*The Future Cruise Credit (FCC) is equal to 125% of your original voyage fare plus the cost of the Vacation Protection Plan, if applicable. The FCC is only valid for sailings departing prior to May 31, 2022. Your original reservation must be paid in full to be eligible for the FCC. The FCC is applied per person and is non-transferable, non-refundable and has no cash value. Standard prevailing rates apply and Guests are responsible for any balance due after the FCC has been applied. If you end up not being able to use the FCC, you will be eligible for a refund up to the amount of your original voyage fare plus the cost of the Vacation Protection Plan, if applicable. Standard cancellation policies and terms and conditions apply to future sailings. Guests who previously received a FCC are not eligible for an additional FCC.

In light of this cancellation, Disney Cruise Line is offering Guests who have paid their reservation in full the choice of a 125% future cruise credit to be used for a future sailing prior to May 31, 2022, or a full refund. The credit will be automatically added to their account. Guests that have not paid their reservations in full will automatically receive a refund of what they have paid so far.

The following cruises have officially been canceled:

Disney Magic

Disney Wonder

Disney Dream

Disney Fantasy

The next bookable cruises on Disney Cruise Line’s website are:

By The Numbers | Coronavirus Cancelled Cruises

Today, with this phase of cancellations of 17 cruises spanning 81 nights, Disney Cruise Line has canceled 220 sailings losing total 1134 nights across the fleet. The Disney Dream will lose at 73 sailings losing 267-nights, Disney Fantasy 51 sailings losing 294-nights, Disney Magic 47 sailings losing 282-nights, and the Disney Wonder 49 sailings losing 291-nights due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

DCL COVID 19 By Number Canceled Sailings 20201103

Please note, the Disney Magic and Disney Dream stats have been adjusted to show just lost revenue passenger sailings. The actual number of nights is higher due to previously scheduled dry dock periods where there were no passenger sailings.

I set up sailings for each ship for those interested in keeping track of the fleet during the temporary shutdown. The sailings will be updated daily with “at sea” set as the default for each day until we learn otherwise.

This latest announcement comes a nearly two and a half month after Disney Cruise Line cancelled November and early December sailings on on September 15th.

Disney Cruise Line Coronavirus (COVID-19) Travel Alert

November 3, 2020 

Disney Cruise Line Extends Suspension of All Departures Through December 31, 2020

Our team at Disney Cruise Line remains focused on the health and well-being of our Guests and team members. We are carefully reviewing the guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and working together with industry partners on a path to resuming operations.

As we continue to refine our protocols for our eventual return to service, we have decided to cancel all sailings through December 2020. Sailings are cancelled on board the Disney Fantasy through December 26; Disney Wonder and Disney Magic through December 30; and the Disney Dream through December 31.

Guests booked on affected sailings who have paid their reservation in full will be offered the choice of a cruise credit to be used for a future sailing or a full refund. Guests who have not paid their reservations in full will automatically receive a refund of what they have paid so far. Affected Guests and travel agents will receive an email from Disney Cruise Line outlining details and next steps.

Guests who booked their reservation through a travel agent should contact them directly with any questions. Those who booked directly with Disney Cruise Line and have questions after receiving their email should call (866) 325-6685 or (407) 566-7797.

Below is a list of impacted sailings:

Disney MagicDisney WonderDisney DreamDisney Fantasy
Nov. 1-7
Nov. 7-12
Nov. 12-16
Nov. 16-21
Nov. 21-28
Nov. 28-Dec. 3
Dec. 3-7
Dec. 7-12
Dec. 12-17
Dec. 17-21
Dec. 21-26
Dec. 26-30
Dec. 30-Jan. 4		Nov. 1-6
Nov. 6-20
Nov. 20-27
Nov. 27-Dec. 1
Dec. 1-5
Dec. 5-11
Dec. 11-15
Dec. 15-20
Dec. 20-24
Dec. 24-30
Dec. 30-Jan. 5		Nov. 1-8
Nov. 8-13
Nov. 13-16
Nov. 16-20
Nov. 20-23
Nov. 23-27
Nov. 27-30
Nov. 30-Dec. 4
Dec. 4-7
Dec. 7-11
Dec. 11-14
Dec. 14-18
Dec. 18-21
Dec. 21-24
Dec. 24-28
Dec. 28-31
Dec. 31-Jan. 4		Nov. 2-6
Nov. 6-9
Nov. 9-14
Nov. 14-21
Nov. 21-28
Nov. 28-Dec. 6
Dec. 6-12
Dec. 12-19
Dec. 19-26
Dec. 26-Jan. 2

Cruise Date Flexibility Option

Ready to return to the sea? Book with peace of mind, knowing there are new options available on select sailings that allow you to change your sail date or receive a full refund. View Details.

COVID-19 Warning

While we are still evaluating the timing, when we return to sailing we will inform you of enhanced health and safety measures—for you, our other Guests, Cast and Crew Members. You will be required to follow all posted instructions while sailing with Disney Cruise Line.

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and Guests with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable.

By sailing with Disney Cruise Line you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.

Help keep each other healthy.

2 Replies to “Disney Cruise Line Cancels Remaining December 2020 Sailings”

  1. Mike

    Based on the CDC’s guidelines, DCL (and most cruise lines) won’t be sailing this winter. I don’t understand why they continue to string these cancellations out now that it’s obvious that it’s going to be at least 60 days beyond the date when the cruise lines have their COVID response ready.

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  2. Jodie

    If DCL cancels a cruise that was booked with the onboard 10% discount, do you still retain that discount in addition to the extra 25% credit?

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