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All about the Disney Magic
The Disney Magic was built in 1998. It was renovated in 2013. It's considered a small size ship. Coming in at 984 ft long and 106 ft wide, it's roughly the length of 2.7 football fields, as wide as 2 tractor trailers, and the same height as a 11-story building. Disney Magic's exterior has a old-school steam boat feel while the interior leans into the Art Deco styling. Outside the ship, you'll see Goofy painting the name on the stern.
Disney Magic Overview
- Ship and Passengers
- Food and Restaurants
- Bars and Drinks
- Pools and Hot Tubs
- Ship Features and Activities
- Cruise Costs
- Onboard Costs
Disney Magic Size and Passengers
The Magic can hold 1,750 based on double occupancy (two people per room) and more when you take into account 3rd and 4th passengers. When you compare the total tonnage of the ship to the number of passengers, the Magic has a space ratio of 48. Depending on the ship, this number can range from 30 to 52 (with a bigger number meaning more space per person) so this ship has more space per person than average.
| Disney Magic | |
|---|---|
| Class | Magic |
| Gross Tonnage | 84,000 |
| Length | 984 |
| Beam/Width | 106 |
| Passenger Decks | 11 |
| Passengers (double occupancy) | 1,750 |
| Crew | 950 |
| Passenger to Crew Ratio | 1.8 |
| Space Ratio (tons of ship per passenger) | 48 |
Disney Magic Space Ratio
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The Magic is one of two Magic-class ships currently sailing with Disney. Magic-class ships are the first ones that Disney launched. These intimate ships are used for destination heavy itineraries where you don't need as much to do on board. They were the first ships designed with families in mind, including cabins with extra sleeping space and split bathrooms and dedicated kids and adult areas. In addition, the Magic-class ships have dedicated kid and adult zones which means it's not all kids, all the time. The Magic is very similar to its sister-ships; Wonder, although each ship may have some differences.
Disney Magic Food and Restaurants
Food is a big part of any cruise, and there will plenty on the Disney Magic. You have 20 different dining options to choose from. Of those options, 16 are complementary, or included with your cruise fare. The other 4 options have an additional fee. Some of those options are a set price and some have a la cart menu pricing. 80% of the dining options are included which means if you're watching your budget, you won't feel like you're missing out by not going to a lot of extra fee dining places.
| Restaurant | Restaurant Type | Cost | Type of Food |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animator's Palate | Sit down | Included | Asian and California |
| Cabanas | Quick serve | Included | Buffet |
| Daisy's De-Lites | Quick serve | Included | Sandwiches |
| Duck-In Diner | Quick serve | Included | American |
| Eye Scream Treats | Quick serve | Included | Ice cream |
| Lumiere's | Sit down | Included | French |
| Palo | Sit down | Flat fee | Italian |
| Pinocchio's Pizzeria | Quick serve | Included | Pizza |
| Preludes | Quick serve | A la cart | Snacks |
| Rapunzel's Royal Table | Sit down | Included | American |
In terms of drinks and cocktails, you have a variety of choices. Disney serves the Coca-cola family of products. That means Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite and Barqs Root Beer, although the selection can vary by ship.
There are also plenty of bars available on this ship. Alcohol is not included in the base price of this cruise ship. To see if you would save money with a drink package, try our Drink Package Calculator.
Pools and Hot Tubs on Disney Magic
Nothing beats relaxing by a pool with a nice drink in hand as you feel the fresh sea breeze pass by you. The problem is that with thousands of people on a ship, there's not always room. If you want to spend all day in a pool, a cruise might not be the right choice. You would have a much better bet choosing a resort with a huge pool complex. That being said, a quick dip in the pool can be nice on a hot day.
The Disney Magic has a total of 3 pools and 4 hot tubs.
Tired of loud kids and splashing? 1 of the pools and 2 of the hot tubs are adults only.
| Disney Magic | |
|---|---|
| Total Pools | 3 |
| - Pools - General Access | 2 |
| - Pools - Adults Only | 1 |
| - Pools - Exclusive | |
| Total Hot Tubs | 4 |
| - Hot Tubs - General Access | 2 |
| - Hot Tubs - Adults Only | 2 |
| - Hot Tubs - Exclusive |
Disney Magic Features and Activities
There are quite a few things to do on the Magic. These are the main amenities that are available. Some are included in the cost of the cruise, while others have an additional charge.
| Disney Magic | |
|---|---|
| Adult Only Relaxation Area | Included |
| Basketball | Included |
| Character experiences | Included |
| Fitness Center | Included |
| Jogging Track | Included |
| Mini golf | Included |
| Movie Theater | Included |
| Salon | A la cart |
| Shows - Broadway play | Included |
| Shows - musical review | Included |
| Spa | A la cart |
| Splash park | Included |
| Water slides | Included |
Cruise Costs
Disney is a premium cruise line. Premium cruise lines typically offer upscale food, accommodations, and service. These typically cost about $150 - $400 per person per day.
Cruise pricing is dynamic and varies for each specific sailing based on factors such as departure point, ports of call, and time of year.
Disney Magic Onboard Costs
Another way to gauge the cost of a cruise is to consider how much you'll spend on board. Even though a lot is included in the base cruise fare, you may still spend money on things like spa treatments, specialty dining, drinks, and excursions. In addition, guests can also have to pay for things like gratuities and tips.
Typically guests can expect to spend about 25 - 40% of the cost of the cruise on onboard expenses. In other words, if the cruise fare is $1,000 per person, you might spend between $250 and $400 on extra expenses.
The table below will help you understand what you might spend onboard a Disney ship.
| Disney | |
|---|---|
| Base Daily Gratuities* (Per Person Per Day) | $14.50 |
| Tip added to drinks & services | 18% |
| Soda Price | Included |
| Domestic Beer Price | $6.50 |
| Drink Package Price | No drink package available |
| Internet Plan | $12 - $36 per device per day |
| *Daily gratuities for a standard cabin. Suites or specialty rooms may have higher rates. | |
With Disney Cruises, soda is included for meals, but will have an extra cost at bars and throughout the day. While no drink packages are available, you can preorder bottles of wine or beer at a discount.
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