Disney Fantasy 2025 Dry Dock Schedule Change Results in Canceled Sailings

Disney Cruise Line (DCL) guests received disappointing news today as several upcoming Disney Fantasy sailings have been canceled due to an unplanned change in the ship’s dry dock schedule. Guests affected by these cancellations, including those booked on the highly anticipated 13-night Westbound Transatlantic cruise from Southampton to Port Canaveral on October 20, 2025, were informed via email that their sailings would no longer take place.

In an effort to ease the inconvenience, Disney Cruise Line is offering affected guests a 20% discount on a future cruise.

Canceled Disney Fantasy Sailings

The following sailings on the Disney Fantasy have been officially canceled:

•October 20, 2025: 13-Night Westbound Transatlantic Cruise (Southampton to Port Canaveral)

•November 2, 2025: 5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral

•November 7, 2025: 5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral

•November 12, 2025: 4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral

These cancellations leave a significant gap in the Disney Fantasy’s itinerary, with no scheduled sailings between September 29, 2025, and November 16, 2025.

What’s Next?

While the exact details of the dry dock adjustments remain unclear, Disney Cruise Line typically uses these periods to conduct necessary maintenance, upgrades, and enhancements to ensure its ships continue to deliver magical vacation experiences. Guests are now eagerly awaiting further announcements, including updates about potential itinerary changes or new sailings.

DCL enthusiasts are particularly interested in whether the postponed dry dock will result in a revised Westbound Transatlantic cruise or additional sailings from Southampton in October 2025. Disney Cruise Line Blog will continue to monitor and share updates as they become available.

What Should Guests Do?

Guests impacted by these cancellations should:

1.Review the Email from Disney Cruise Line: Check for specific details regarding their reservations and instructions on redeeming the 20% future cruise discount.

2.Contact Castle Vacations: For questions about alternative bookings, refunds, or rebooking options.

3.Keep an Eye on Announcements: Stay tuned for updates about new itineraries or replacement sailings.

While itinerary changes can be frustrating, the temporary inconvenience is often offset by the enhancements and improvements made during dry dock. Disney Fantasy fans can look forward to a refreshed ship ready to deliver memorable experiences when it returns to service.

Stay tuned for more updates on the Disney Fantasy’s revised 2025 schedule. For the latest information, visit Castle Vacations.