Cruise Holidays

I got a sneak peek at the luxurious Tower Suite on Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Wish, with Moana-themed décor, walk-in wardrobes and prices from £15,000 per cruise

A tour of a suite costing £30,000 per cruise is likely the closest I’ll come to actually seeing inside. So, when given the opportunity for a sneak peek at Disney Cruise Line’s stunning Tower Suite, tucked away in the funnel of the Disney Wish cruise ship, I jumped at the chance.

The cost varies depending on the itinerary and duration of the cruise, but prices for the suite reportedly start at £15,000. Despite the hefty price tag, it’s regularly booked out.

It’s easy to see why; the luxury begins before guests even set foot in the suite. There’s a dedicated check-in area, a private entrance to the suite, and a lift within the funnel itself for those who’d rather not take the stairs.

Upon entering, it’s immediately apparent that this isn’t your average cruise ship cabin. The suite draws inspiration from the much-loved animated film Moana, with stunning artwork and an eye-catching sculpture welcoming you as you step inside. The main space is a vast open-plan living and dining area, complete with sofas, sideboards, a coffee table, and a large dining table.

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The entire room was practically larger than my own home, and the floor-to-ceiling windows (tinted for privacy) only added to the sense of grandeur. A central island conceals a retractable TV, ensuring unobstructed views of the ship when not in use.

There’s a compact kitchen complete with a well-stocked fridge, and a freezer drawer brimming with Mickey choc ice bars, a beloved treat amongst Disney enthusiasts on its cruises and Florida theme parks. On the subject of food, one of the suite’s greatest advantages is the array of in-room dining possibilities if you’d rather not venture out amongst your fellow passengers.

Those staying in the Tower Suite can request in-suite dinner from the main restaurants during their service hours, and if you fancy the all-inclusive Palo brunch, you can have everything brought to your room as well. (The brunch at Palo steakhouse is an all-you-can-eat affair that’s adults-only, and one I’d thoroughly recommend – just save room for the generously portioned servings!)

The Tower Suite sleeps up to eight guests, and spans two floors with two master bedrooms, a children’s room featuring bunk beds and an additional room that can serve as either another bedroom or a library. Given that cruise ship cabins and suites are notorious for requiring inventive space-saving solutions, visitors to this suite won’t face that challenge.

The bedrooms themselves offer ample space and exceed the size of some hotel rooms I’ve experienced, but the real showstopper was the walk-in wardrobes. Truthfully, I’m not convinced I could fill them even if I packed up my entire wardrobe and gave it my best shot!

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The bathrooms were nothing short of spectacular, featuring plush robes, enormous freestanding tubs and generous showers. They resembled the sort of space you’d stumble upon in an upscale spa, complete with marble finishes, expansive mirrors and naturally, Disney toiletries.

Guests who book the Tower Suite gain access to the Concierge desk and its accompanying benefits; staff can assist with arranging shore excursions, securing restaurant bookings or activities on the ship, plus you’ll have access to exclusive Concierge areas such as a lounge and sun deck. For those who love cruising, one significant advantage of the concierge accommodation is the complimentary bottled water included – which can be rather precious on cruise ships!

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Sadly for me, a sneak peek tour is likely as near as I’ll get to experiencing the Tower Suite, but thankfully the Disney Wish boasts a wide selection of other stunning staterooms with a gentler price point, yet still offering ample space. During my recent voyage on the vessel, I was in a Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with a verandah, and it provided all the room we required – myself, my partner and our little one sharing the quarters.

Of course, whilst a lovely cabin is wonderful on a cruise, it’s equally about what’s on offer throughout the ship – and the Disney Wish certainly delivers on that front. You can read my full review of the Disney Wish here, but standout features included the action-packed schedule of performances, trivia competitions, deck celebrations, live entertainment, West End-calibre productions, and the AquaMouse water slide.

That’s before even mentioning the Star Wars -themed bar, pirates-inspired pub, and the fantastic dining venues including an interactive Frozen meal experience. You can discover more about the Disney Wish and next summer’s itineraries on disneycruiseline.com..

The Scenic Eclipse II had to call on the help of Us Coast Guard, Polar Star, to help after it became trapped in pack ice in the Ross Sea

A cruise ship was rescued by a 50-year-old US Coast Guard vessel after it reportedly became trapped in pack ice in Antarctica – as those onboard sipped Champagne and watched the action.

The Scenic Eclipse II sent a distress call out at around 11pm local time on Friday, January 16, after it became stranded in the Ross Sea near McMurdo Sound, approximately 810 miles from the South Pole, it has been reported.

The cruiser liner – which was launched in 2023 and carries 200 guests and around the same number of crew in 114 suites – was freed by the coast guard and escorted for four hours to open water, Cruise Industry News reported.

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Milo Boyd

Its passengers were given Champagne and guided onto the observation deck so they could get a first-hand view as the ice was cleared.

The ship and its passengers are currently on a 23-day one-way trip from Hobart, Tasmania, in Australia to Dunedin in New Zealand, calling in at the Balleny Islands and Ross Island in Antarctica on the way.

As a Polar Class 6 vessel, Scenic Eclipse II is well able to handle Antarctic ice, but due to pack changes during the day, the captain requested help to avoid a longer sailing pace at a reduced speed.

The natural movement of the ice changed the following day and the ship was able to carry on as normal. According to a Jan. 23 press release detailing the incident, the U.S. Coast Guard helped “free and escort” the cruise ship that was “trapped in pack ice.”

Thanking the USCG Polar Star for their help, Captain James Griffiths, Scenic Group’s General Manager Ocean Operations said: “ We were grateful for the professionalism and co-operation of the crew of USCG Polar Star during our operations in the Ross Sea. While Scenic Eclipse II was never in need of rescue services, the co-ordination between both vessels ensured we could navigate the changing pack ice safely and efficiently.

“This is a great example of the practical, respectful co-operation that exists in the polar regions, where safety, seamanship and shared responsibility always come first.”

The Polar Star is the USA’s only active heavy icebreaker and has been in service for five decades.

Commander. Samuel Blase, Polar Star’s executive officer said: “At 50 years old, Polar Star remains the world’s most capable non-nuclear icebreaker. That’s a testament to the crews that have maintained it over the decades. With years of service left to give, Polar Star will continue to guide the way in the high latitudes well into the future.”

Despite passengers paying large sums of money to travel to the world’s least visited continent, Antarctica cruise lines rarely give detailed itineraries as the harsh weather conditions and propensity of the sea to suddenly freeze means they are difficult to stick to.

Scenic has been contacted for comment.