U.S. News & World Report released their 2022 Best Cruise Lines Rankings. The global authority in rankings and consumer advice evaluated 162 ships from 17 top cruise lines across a variety of categories. The rankings help travelers select the best cruise by brand, region, traveler type and budget.
Disney Cruise Line remains at the top of the list for Best Cruise Line for Families, a spot held since U.S. News began ranking cruise lines. Additionally, for the eight consecutive year, Disney is also the top Best Cruise Line in the Caribbean.
“We’re honored that U.S. News & World Report has recognized us with these two awards for eight consecutive years, and are so proud of our amazing cast and crew members who make awards like this possible.”
Mari Mendez, External Communications Manager
U.S. News surveyed travelers to understand the effects of COVID-19 on cruiser sentiments and found that cruisers – both first-time and longtime – are booked at higher levels than before the pandemic. U.S. News survey data also revealed that of the frequent travelers who indicated that they would cruise again, 20% are already signed up for their next sailing.
“Though most avenues of travel have been impacted throughout the coronavirus pandemic, the cruise industry has seen the most challenges”
Nicola Wood, travel editor at U.S. News
Overall, Disney Cruise Line’s ships maintained a respectable ranking. Out of the 162 ships ranked, the Disney Fantasy is in a tie for 8th place with 5 other ships. The Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, and and Disney Dream are all tied with 11 other ships for the 14th spot.
Each ship is scored by experts, travelers, and given a health rating based on the survey’s methodology. Below are the scores for each of the Disney Cruise Line ships along with the cruise line’s overall score on a 5-point scale.
| Ship | Score | Expert | Traveler | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic | 4.40 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.5 |
| Wonder | 4.40 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Dream | 4.40 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Fantasy | 4.50 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.0 |
| Overall | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.6 |
2022 U.S. News Best Cruise Lines Rankings
For Families
- Disney Cruise Line
- Royal Caribbean International
- Carnival Cruise Line
In the Caribbean
- Disney Cruise Line
- Celebrity Cruises
- Seabourn Cruise Line
For the Money
- Celebrity Cruises
- Holland America Line
- Royal Caribbean International
For Luxury
- Viking Ocean Cruises
- Seabourn Cruise Line
- Regent Seven Seas Cruises
For Couples
- Viking Ocean Cruises
- Seabourn Cruise Line
- Azamara
In the Mediterranean
- Viking Ocean Cruises
- Seabourn Cruise Line
- Azamara
2022 U.S. News Best Disney Cruise Line Ship Rankings
Below is a summary of the categories each of the Disney Cruise ships ranked.
Disney Magic
- #2 in Best Disney Cruise Line
- #3 in Best Cruises for Families
- #8 in Best Cruises to the Caribbean
- #8 in Best Cruises to the Mediterranean
- #9 in Best Cruises to Europe
Disney Wonder
- #1 in Best Cruises to Mexico
- #2 in Best Disney Cruise Line
- #3 in Best Cruises to Alaska
- #3 in Best Cruises for Families
- #8 in Best Cruises to the Caribbean
Disney Dream
- #2 in Best Disney Cruise Line
- #3 in Best Cruises for Families
- #8 in Best Cruises to the Caribbean
Disney Fantasy
- #1 in Best Disney Cruise Line
- #2 in Best Cruises for Families
- #5 in Best Cruises to the Caribbean
Check out the complete rankings for Best Cruise Lines rankings on U.S. News & World Report’s dedicated Cruise ranking webpage and for more survey information here.
The methodology for the Best Cruise Lines rankings factors in expert evaluations of cruise ship quality, reputation among travelers, results from health assessments conducted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and other factors such as price class and itinerary offerings.