Shipbuilding delays force Disney cruise to postpone Singapore debut to 2026

Those affected will be placed on the new maiden voyage in March, get a 50% refund

- Sarah Stanley

Disney Cruise Line's (DCL) first Asia cruise, Disney Adventure, will not be bringing its magic to Singapore's shores by December as originally planned.

The ship's maiden voyage will be postponed from Dec 15 to March 10, 2026, due to shipbuilding delays.

An official statement from DCL on Sept 11 stated that voyages scheduled from Dec 15 to March 12, 2026, will be affected.

Mr Joe Schott, president of Disney Signature Experiences—a segment of the company that handles family travel and leisure experiences—said in the statement: "As we work on the final touches to bring the Disney Adventure to our guests, we've encountered unexpected delays in the shipbuilding process.

"To ensure the experience we deliver reflects our commitment to excellence, we've made the decision to adjust our timeline. We know this may be disappointing to our guests, and we're working directly with them to offer flexible rebooking options and uphold the trust they place in us."

Those who have booked the Dec 15 sailing will automatically be placed on the new maiden sailing on March 10, and will receive a 50 per cent refund.

If they are unable to make it for the new date, they will be offered a full refund and a 50 per cent discount for a future sailing on a date of their choice, valid for cruises departing on or before March 31, 2027. Requests for these refunds must be made by Sept 21.