Dry Dock 2013 and 2018

  • 2018 added Rapunzel’s Royal Table from Parrot Cay then Carioca’s 2013 dry dock

    • Carioca's, named after parrot Jose Carioca, Donald Duck's buddy in the 1944 animated short “The Three Caballeros,” had replaced Parrot Cay back in 2013 amid the re-imagining of Disney Magic.

  • ESPN Skybox was in the funnel and then became the Vibe

  • Beat Street adult area in 2013 become After Hours

  • Sessions became Keys

  • Off Beat Comedy Session became Diversions and then O’Gills in 2013

  • Topsider Buffet became cabanas

  • Studio C became D lounge

  • Vista Spa became Senses Spa

  • Feb 24 - March 7, 2018 at Freeport, Bahamas

    • Carioca’s will become Rapunzel’s Royal Table

    • Tiana’s on the Wonder was a huge success therefore somewhat of a copy

    • Vibe will be re-themed to an urban environment

    • DJ spin off, coffee bar, etc.

    • Cove Café rethemed tropical style

    • Senses Spa rainforest rooms redesigned

    • Signals bar remodeled tropical vibe

Disney Magic Dry Dock 2023

  • Location at Freeport, Bahamas

  • Duration April 16 to May 2, 2023 (21 nights)

  • Updates include (see below):

    • Promenade Lounge on deck 3 between Lumiere’s and Rapunzel’s Royal Table has been re-imagines into Soul Cat Lounge from the 2020 Disney/Pixar movie Soul

    • Concierge Lounge updated (no outdoor space added like the Wonder)

      • Reimagines lounge inspired by Moana and an additional outdoor covered seating area on Deck 10. All concierge suites were completely refurbished during drydock.

    • Encanto Celebration

    • Shore power technology which will allow the ship to plug into the port’s electrical grid when it is available

  • Thanks to the many crew that did the update and shared all the photos

Disney Cruise Line Debuts New Experiences Bringing the Imaginative Worlds of “Encanto” and “Soul” to the Disney Magic

From the magical mountains of Colombia to the bustling streets of New York City, the colorful worlds of two fan-favorite Disney films – Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Encanto” and Disney and Pixar’s “Soul” – have come to life for the first time on the high seas with the debut of new family-friendly experiences aboard the Disney Magic. In addition to “Encanto”-themed entertainment and a “Soul”-inspired lounge, the ship’s concierge accommodations were enhanced with new theming and spacious refurbishments during a three-week dry dock project in Freeport, The Bahamas.

“An Encanto Celebration” Brings the Family Madrigal to the High Seas for the First Time

Guests can join the fantastical family Madrigal during an all-new immersive experience, “An Encanto Celebration,” designed to engage families through music, crafts and storytelling. The interactive experience gives guests an opportunity to meet and take photos with Mirabel and the family member we don’t talk about, Bruno, during their Disney Cruise Line debut. Families can also join a spirited sing-along of beloved “Encanto” songs and create butterfly and flower crafts inspired by the film. During the show, guests can experience a true taste of South America thanks to a selection of local Colombian beers, cocktails and sodas along with film-inspired mocktails.

New Soul Cat Lounge Hits the Right Note for Evening Entertainment

The heartfelt story of “Soul” was the inspiration for the brand-new Soul Cat Lounge designed to look like Joe Gardner’s favorite music spot from the film, the Half Note Lounge. The space, located on deck three near Rapunzel’s Royal Table restaurant, instantly transports guests to a classic New York jazz club appointed with decorative details like brick walls, wood accents and plenty of rich leather seating around a stage set for live music, so guests can grab their partner and head to the dance floor for a swinging good time each evening.

The Soul Cat Lounge is adorned with custom artwork from Pixar featuring nods to the film including record labels, concert posters and portraits of jazz legend Dorothea Williams and her bandmates. Thoughtful “Soul”-inspired details are subtly layered throughout the design including record players, instruments and Joe’s hat.

Adults can enhance their big city experience with table-side Manhattans and martinis or choose from a selection of native brews and cocktails made with New York spirits. A fun collection of mocktails, specialty coffees and sodas are also on the menu. In addition to new drink options, guests can take a bite of Little Italy with an order of zeppoles, the classic Italian pastry similar to a fried doughnut, while enjoying the live music.

Redesigned Concierge Retreats Provide an Elevated Experience

For guests seeking the ultimate comfort and service at sea, the concierge spaces aboard the Disney Magic have been elevated and enhanced. The concierge lounge was reimagined and expanded to feature a sophisticated new theme and tropical color palate inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Moana” and an additional outdoor covered seating area on deck 10 where guests can relax with a refreshing beverage while enjoying the ocean breeze. All concierge suites, including one- and two-bedroom accommodations and the two signature royal suites, have been completely refurbished with fresh fixtures, furniture and elegant artwork, further elevating the premium experience for concierge guests.

Shore power technology was also installed as part of the ship’s dry dock project, continuing Disney Cruise Line’s longtime dedication to minimizing its impact on the environment. When available at the port, this will allow the Disney Magic to “plug in” to the port’s electrical grid, reducing the ship’s emissions.

The Disney Magic is currently sailing its first of three itineraries from San Juan, Puerto Rico. Beginning May 24, the ship will return to Miami for a summer of cruises to The Bahamas and Caribbean including the “Silver Anniversary at Sea” celebration in honor of Disney Cruise Line’s 25th anniversary. This fall, the Disney Magic will head west for its inaugural season sailing out of San Diego.

From DCLnews.com

Notes From Podcasts such as DCLDUO and others

  • Issues during first few sailings

    • 1st sailing a lot of the crew still working on the ship

    • Soda/ice cream and air condition issues on the sailing

    • A/C AFT rooms and elevators had issues

    • Orange dots all over the ship show what needs fixing

    • Issues with Magic will be resolved in weeks after initial sailing

  • Concierge Updates

    • Open outside area with two wings like the Wonder

    • Believed to be phase 1 and then phase 2 in the future

    • Outdoor space will become indoors and then built a new sun deck (next dry dock)

    • Concierge lounge left side took out part of the deck and made it indoor with a bar area and extra coffee machine, lots of seating, right side now enclosed sun deck area no fans but will get windy/breezy when at sea, plans to full enclose that area on next dry dock and make sun deck on roof

    • Deck 8 upgraded room to concierge

      • New blue carpet and new furniture and hidden mickeys, deck doors not sealing correctly

      • Upgrades on marble tiles in bathroom

      • Rain shower head and gold fixtures

  • Items DCL Changed

    • New carpeted areas

    • Soul Cat Lounge took 3 days to tear down and 15 days to build up

      • Lounge plays music, trivia, and arts/crafts

      • Orange/brown booth at first the color bleed onto cruisers clothes

      • Lounge has portraits just like in the movie

      • Hidden 22 inside the lounge

    • Animation offering was now a video to watch instead of live drawing

    • Entertainment with Encanto Celebration

      • No reservations, times are in the app, full 1 hour long, a craft to make a butterfly or flower that gives you paper with instructions, located in D-lounge, bar was open during it, trivia based on the move during the 1 hour, sing-a-long, specialty beers and cocktails

      • Currently no shutters people during Encanto but Maribel and Bruno are at other meet ups

    • Carpet in Lumiere change from bubbles to rose like the one that comes down in the center

    • DVC office is new and has a kids play area on deck 2

    • Gym has all new equipment and flooring

    • Can watch Disney movies on machines

    • Buena vista theater speak upgrades caution rooms on deck 6 in that area