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Dinner cruises are a fantastic way to spend your time in Miami! You can enjoy a great meal while taking in the beautiful sights of the city. It's perfect for a romantic date, celebrating a special occasion, or just spending some quality time with friends and family. You will find plenty of options when it comes to dinner cruises in Miami. But don’t worry! Tagvenue has put together a special shortlist of the best dinner cruises in Miami to help make sure that you get exactly what you want on your next dinner cruise experience.

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The average cost of a dinner cruise in Miami will range between $5,000-$15,000 per session . However, the cost varies depending on the size of the boat, the duration of the trip, and the number of people in your party. Most dinner cruises last at least three or four hours. Per-hour pricing may cost from $500-$1,250 and is common for more intimate boats with a capacity of up to 30 guests . (All data from Tagvenue.)

How to choose the perfect dinner cruise in Miami?

Whether your preference is to eat fresh seafood while watching dolphins frolic in the water or indulge in a decadent steak dinner as you admire the sunset over Miami Beach, there are plenty of options to choose from. In order to find the best dinner cruise in Miami, there are a few things you should keep in mind.

• It is important to decide what type of experience you want to have on your cruise. There are many different types of dinner cruises in Miami. You can choose to go on a romantic excursion or one that is designed for a fun group outing. Some boats even have live entertainment or dancing!
• You should check out what kind of food they serve on board. Many of the boats offer buffets, which is great for people who want to try different types of food, or you might be looking for a sit-down dinner with a menu. You may want to also check if the venue offers gluten-free and vegan options if your guests have dietary restrictions or allergies.
• Always consider how much time you want to spend on your cruise. Some boat trips last for four hours, while others can last as long as eight. You might also want to consider whether or not you want an overnight trip or just a day excursion.
• The next thing you need to think about is what time of the year you want to go on your cruise. Miami has warm weather year-round, but it can be nice to see the city lit up at night during the winter months.

What are some of the best dinner cruises in Miami?

• 120’ Technomar at Yacht Maryam is an ultra-high-end, luxurious and sleek yacht that cruises at 28 knots. This makes island hopping a breeze. Just imagine those water views! The possibilities are endless.
• Entire Boat at Seafair isn't any old cruise ship—it's a luxury 228' mega-yacht! SeaFair offers ultimate excursions where sea and sky converge with the glamor of iconic Miami. So if you're ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, get ready to be blown away by the opulence and luxury of this yacht.
• 40 ′ Flybridge - Yacht at Yacht Maryam is a great place to unwind and enjoy the scenery. With its breathtaking views and luxurious amenities, this 40' yacht is the perfect place to take in the sights and sounds of the ocean while having an intimate dinner with your loved ones.

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It was really easy to find a wide range of potential locations, and I could contact many different venues with ease. Tagvenue allowed me to be very dynamic when organising my event. Would definitely use again! Sophie Ward - Birthday Party

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Make it even more special, with gourmet dining options.

Our exquisite gourmet dining options are one of the many distinguishing services that attract our multitude of guests.

Our Dinner cruises are very unique! Dinner is served on the covered aft deck where you will have a spectacular view of the sunset and the lights of Downtown Miami. We cater from a local renowned Italian Restaurant. Dinner is served on a beautifully set table with luxury linens and flatware. Two crew members will be at your service to provide the attention you deserve. We serve from 2 to 13 guests. We also offer this as a lunch option.

For more casual fare, you can choose from our delicious platters. Or you can go for the enticing charcuterie board.

Here are some of the appetizing options we offer to enhance your memorable cruise:

Sandwich Platter

Deli Platter

Catered Dinners

Premium Dinners (Prepared on Board)

Fresh Fruits

Cheese Platters

Charcuterie Board

Acai and Fresh Fruit Bowls By Playa Bowls.

Check out our delicious menu for our Private Dinner/Lunch Cruises. Freshly prepared and served on a beautifully set table with premium linens and flatware.

Choose from our many Platters.

Sandwich Platters

Fresh fruit platters, try our charcuterie board. a work of art prepared freshly by our in house chef..

NEW!! Fresh Fruit and Acai Bowls made by the best here in Miami, Playa Bowls™ . A great healthy alternative.

Playa Bowls™ is your slice of summer, anytime. Using the freshest, highest quality ingredients, we serve healthy, delicious açaí, pitaya, coconut bowls and smoothies with sustainability and community in mind.

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Return to Cruising & Touring

At this time, we are resuming our Millionaire’s Row™ Cruises, Everglades Safari Park Tours, Bus Transportation to Key West, Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour, and private yacht charters. Our ample vessels feature multiple decks with indoor and outdoor spaces. We will update this page as our schedule expands and restrictions lift.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

Social distancing.

• Seating will observe social distancing protocols and will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. We can make accommodations for family units.
• All queue areas will be marked with social distancing parameters. Our ticket counter features plexiglass to minimize contact between employees and customers.

Employee Requirements

• All staff uniforms will adhere to CDC guidelines. This will include masks that will be disinfected/changed for every tour.

Cleaning & Sanitation

• We will be providing hand sanitizing stations throughout the vessel, at boarding on the dock, on every deck, as well as near food and beverage areas.
• All team members are trained to thoroughly clean and disinfect key surfaces and areas before, during, and after each tour. This includes but is not limited to handrails, backs of chairs, doorknobs, bars, counters, tables, bathroom sinks, toilet handles, etc. These ongoing tasks will be completed per the CDC and Miami-Dade County guidelines.
• Our bathrooms feature individual private stalls. These areas will be serviced throughout the tour and will be equipped with hand dryers and disinfectant soap.

Additional Safety Precautions

• Photo operations have been temporarily ceased.
• Our schedule will fit within the parameters of the Bayside Marketplace operating hours.
• If additional steps are desired, we are happy to provide them as requested.

ISLAND QUEEN CRUISES & TOURS

The best way to experience miami.

Island Queen Cruises & Tours is the one-stop destination for planning a full schedule of fun during a visit or stay in Miami. Unique Waterfront Dining, Cocktails, Live music, performers & transportations services, we offer the ultimate Miami experience!

MILLIONAIRE'S ROW™ CRUISE

Enjoyable sightseeing cruise with the spectacular view of the Miami Skyline and the Home of the Rich and Famous™

MIAMI ESSENTIAL TOUR

Experience the city of Miami with the Island Queen Millionaire’s Row Tour Bundle! A luxury tour on Bayside waters followed by a one-of-a-kind Bus Tour through the magnificent views of Miami.

EVERGLADES EXPERIENCE

Visit the Everglades and its treasured Ecosystem and all native and exotic wildlife that is completely unique to South Florida

DISCOVER TOUR

Discover Miami on an open-top, double-decker, hop-on, hop-off Big Bus tour with our 1-day Discover Ticket. You’ll see all the famous Miami neighborhoods, with entertaining narration from our informative recorded commentary!

EXPLORE TOUR

Explore Miami for longer with our great value 2-day Explore Ticket, which also includes a Millionaire’s Row boat cruise and an exclusive Big Bus Everglades Tour.

Hop on our 75–90-minute panoramic Miami Night Tour to discover the Magic City all lit up for the evening. Our live guides will introduce you to Miami’s best sights after dark. Enjoy the vibrant buzz on South Beach’s Ocean Drive and discover the city’s best landmarks as they’re illuminated in the evening.

These tiny islands are amazing, and the trip down to Key West is just as exciting and exhilarating as spending time there. On your journey to Key West, you will cross the famous “Seven Mile Bridge” which is featured in movies such as  True Lies, 2 Fast 2 Furious , the James Bond film  License to Kill ,  CrissCross, Up Close & Personal , and the hit Netflix show  Bloodline .

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Dinner Cruise Yacht Charters

Looking for a romantic or special occasion getaway? Look no further than Coastal Yacht Tours! We offer a variety of packages to fit your needs, from private dinner cruises to sunset sails. With our experienced captains and crew, you’re sure to have a night to remember. Here are just a few of the packages we offer:

Romantic Dinner Cruise

Embark on a delectable restaurant-hopping dinner cruise with Coastal Yacht Tours, where the sparkling waterways of South Florida serve as your backdrop for an unrivaled yacht charter experience. Our sophisticated MARQUIS 690 yacht is the perfect setting for groups of up to 20 to enjoy an intimate boat rental adventure, blending gourmet exploration with the luxury of the sea. As you cruise beneath the sunset-kissed sky, we’ll seamlessly transition from one premier South Florida culinary gem to the next, each selected for its exceptional fare and ambiance. This voyage is not just a meal, but a journey through the tastes and sights of South Florida, promising a dining experience as exquisite and diverse as the region itself.

Sunset Cruise Miami

Experience the magic of South Florida’s twilight with Coastal Yacht Tours, where our sunset cruises offer a breathtaking journey through the tranquil waters of this tropical paradise. Aboard our luxurious MARQUIS 690 yacht, you can toast to the fading daylight with up to 20 guests, making us the ideal choice for an intimate sunset adventure or a grand celebration on the sea. As the premier yacht charter in the region, we promise a sunset cruise that blends the natural beauty of Fort Lauderdale’s coastline with the opulence of a private boat rental, creating an unforgettable ambiance of warm hues and gentle waves. Whether it’s a romantic escape or a serene gathering with friends, each cruise is tailored to showcase the splendor of a South Florida sunset, leaving you and your guests with memories that last long after the sun dips below the horizon.

Sunset Cocktail Cruises

Toast to the sublime hues of a South Florida sunset with Coastal Yacht Tours’ premier cocktail cruise along the Intracoastal Waterway. Our MARQUIS 690 yacht offers an intimate setting for up to 20 guests to revel in Fort Lauderdale’s coastal beauty. Sip on expertly mixed cocktails and unwind to the soft lapping of waves on this serene yacht charter journey, where every moment is a celebration of the rich tapestry of the Florida coast at dusk.

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• Relaxing Yacht Charter
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• 2, 3, & 4 hour cruises
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• Fort Lauderdale Boat Show VIP Cruise

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Dinner Cruise Yacht Charters in Miami

Your Miami Dinner Charter can include an onboard chef and a surprisingly wide variety of menu options from simple cocktails and hors d`oeuvres to an elaborate multi-course dinner. Indeed, a unique meal can be designed principally for you. And if your aim is to impress…let’s face it, you’d have a hard time finding a more elegant setting than this: An incomparable and personally selected menu prepared and served especially for you and your guests (or perhaps just one very special guest) in the intimate surroundings of a private yacht, while cruising smooth inland waters with the incomparable beauty of South Florida in the background. Wow! There’s nothing else quite like it.

Or you might prefer to stop at one of the many fine restaurants adjacent to our South Florida waterways. The variety ranges from the ultra swank and formal to the extremely laid back and casual and waterfront restaurants are located all over South Florida, from Biscayne Bay north to Pompano Beach and at many points in between. The choice is yours. Before and after dinner, you’ll enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Intracoastal Waterway.

If you choose to have dinner aboard, your captain will select a route that provides the most scenic and tranquil background for quiet dining and relaxing. While, of course, if you opt for dining ashore, your route will be dictated by the location of both the restaurant and also your departure point. Either way, it will be on gentle, protected waters all the way.

A private dinner on a yacht is ideal for a couple celebrating a special anniversary or for small groups observing a birthday, anniversary, or some other significant family milestone. Corporate clients find this service to be an ideal way to show their appreciation to small groups of valuable employees or to entertain important visiting clients.

Note: For groups larger than 12, please click on “Corporate Cruises.”

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MIAMI SUNSET CRUISE

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• Clock Duration: 90 minutes
• Checkered Flag Daily: Yes
• User Tour guide language: Spanish , English

Departs from:  Downtown Miami – Exact location will be provided at time of booking.  RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED

Clock Departure time:  7:00 PM

Ticket Reservations: RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED . You can make reservations online, or over the phone with a debit or credit card.

🚗 Parking: There’s a parking garage at the departure location. Parking rates vary depending on the duration of stay.

Experience The Best Miami Sunset Cruise🛥

Leave your worries behind as you cruise the tropical waters of Miami on a Miami Sunset Cruise . Our 90-minute sunset boat ride takes you to see the Biscayne Bay, Flagler Monument, the Miami City skyline, Port of Miami, Star Island, Fisher Island, celebrity homes, Miami Beach, and world famous Millionaire’s Row.

All of our boats are double-decker boats, and you can either sit on the lower level, which is climate controlled, or enjoy the open-air top level. While you enjoy the Miami   Sunset Cruise , our local tour guide will reveal fun and interesting facts about all the different sites. The narration is done by a local guide in both English and Spanish.

Set sail for 90-minutes and enjoy the warm ocean breeze, and the magnificent Miami skyline  as a backdrop with us! There really is no better way to explore Miami than from the water. ☀️

Tour Highlights

• Cruise the Bay and see the sunset from the water
• See the lavish homes on Millionaire’s Row.
• View of the Miami Skyline, Brickell Key, Fisher Island, Star Island, and the Miami sunset.
• Cash bar, snacks, and restrooms onboard

Bring your friends and family on our  Sunset  Cruises in Miami , and toast to another perfect day in paradise as you see these amazing views and celebrity mansions (Millionaire’s Row — the homes of the rich and famous) in South Florida.

Relax on board, and enjoy a drink from our cash bar 🍹, while watching the sunset.

📸 Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture all the amazing landmarks you see on this Miami Sunset Sightseeing Cruise .

• 90-minute sunset cruise
• Professional tour guide
• Air conditioning on lower level and bathrooms on board
• Food and drinks
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

There’s a parking garage at the departure location (Bayside Marketplace). Parking rates vary depending on the duration of stay.

Places You See The Sunset Boat Cruises:

A visit to Miami is not complete without a sunset sail that takes you to see the striking panoramic views of the city of  Miami from the water .

On our sightseeing tour, you will learn fun facts about the various mansions, and their owners. Some of the million dollar houses you see belong to actors like Al Capone or musicians, including Julio Iglesias, Gloria Estefan and Paulina Rubio and basketball players like Shaquille Rashaud O’Neal.

Not only will we take you around to see the sunset, but you will also have spectacular views of some of the city’s must-sees:

• Biscayne Bay
• Fisher Island , a unique place with one of the highest per capita income in the United States.
• Downtown Miami
• Star Island , the island of stars, with mansions worth several tens of millions of dollars.
• South Beach
• Brickell District , Miami’s financial district.
• Celebrity Mansions
• Venetian Islands
• Miami Beach
• Flagler Monument Island, is an almost secret hideaway tucked amongst the spectacular small islands located between Miami and Miami Beach.
• Jungle Island
• Miami skyline
• Millionaire’s Row , where Shaquille O’Neal, Gloria Estefan and Julio Iglesias, among other rich and famous, have their homes.

You will also probably recognize several parts of these neighborhoods, since these areas are very often used as a set for music videos and films. For example,  Shakira and Usher  have filmed several video clips in these areas,  Scarface,  and the Adams Family.

☀️ Come join us today to see breathtaking views of Miami’s Sunset on our double-decker boat cruise.

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Explore Our Cruise Route

Below you can see the route our 90-minute Sunset Boat Cruise  takes.

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• Confirmation is received at the time of booking.
• It’s mandatory to arrive 40 minutes before the departure time to check in.
• You are required to present the card used to make the reservation and a valid government ID.
• We do not assign seats on our cruises. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis.
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These tickets are non-refundable. However, the tickets are valid any day any time up to a year from the purchase date.

QUESTIONS ❓

If you have questions about our shared or private  sunset cruises , feel free to check out our Frequently Asked Questions page or give us a call at 305-639-8395 .

Looking for other tours in Miami? Check out our Miami Tours page.

We joined this tour on May 2nd, and it was such a great way to experience Miami. The staff was very friendly, and the boat was super clean which is a big +. The boat we went one was the island queen cruises double decker boat. On the tour we were able to see so many celebrity mansions and sun set. Overall, it was a great experience and I highly recommend the tour.

This was a very nice night sightseeing cruise around Miami. We all really enjoyed the tour.

Nice sunset cruise, well maintained vessel, practiced crew. The Capt. was excellent boat handler and the guide was bilingual. Nicely stocked snack bar/Bar. Good Miami experience and would recommend. (boat very stable too)

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The Jungle Queen Riverboat has been enjoyed by many since 1935.

In addition to the famous Island Dinner & Show Cruise, the Riverboat offers a 90-minute Sightseeing Cruise.

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What Clients Say

Jan 9, 2023

Loved it. Definitely will go again! My husband has never been and it was nice to share this experience with him as newlyweds.

Mar 14, 2023

We had an amazing time! The cruise had great music, the staff was super friendly and it was a nice smooth ride with beautiful views! Thank you so much for this experience!

Apr 16, 2023 This was so much fun! Great music and took requests! This was a nice little getaway! Thanks for the awesome time! Also great view of the city skyline

Apr 22, 2023 The whole experience was wonderful! The staff were great and accommodating and the views of Miami were spectacular!

May 15, 2023

Excellent tour and very entertaining. The staff provided an ambiance suitable for all ages. I would recommend this tour.

May 17, 2023

This was a really good experience to try out if you’re looking for a relaxing time with your significant other enjoying the view of the sky and huge buildings while sipping on drinks. I wouldn’t have spent it no other way.

Amazing experience for couples. This cruise was nice and relaxing. It definitely wasn’t a party cruise which was nice.

Jul 26, 2021

Great Evening!

We had an amazing time! The music was great, the staff was phenomenal and the tour was wonderful! We can’t wait to bring our kids next time!

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Aug 27, 2021

Miami’s best boat ride !

My family had an amazing time.we had drinks, beautiful scenery, great pictures and the music was on point. We danced on the boat and saw many of our favorite artists homes. Thank you thank you for a beautiful memory

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Sep 6, 2021

This was such a fun experience! The weather was lovely and the crew members were very friendly! I highly recommend this tour!

Family Trip – April 2019

Great customer service the crew was very friendly the employees was very informative the pricing was awesome.

May 2019 Great music and scenery. Nice atmosphere on board enjoyed myself on the last day in Miami. The staff was very professional and FUN but still well knowledge during the informative and Glamorous tour! 5/5 Thumbs up I will definitely go again when I visit Miami Thanks guys

lots of fun – Feb 2019

beautiful views, good music, and funny narrating. the houses were beautiful, and the rich and famous tour was better than I could have imagined. you visit Fisher Island and Star Island, which is a lot of fun. a must see if you’re in Miami!

Worth It – Dec 2018

This was a Great tour. The crew was awesome and the drinks were delicious! Well worth the money spent 🙂

Fiesta cruise – Sept 2018

Cruise was phenomenal. We had a wonderful time and it was very informative. My fiancé had been on a cruise like this before and we decided to go as a couple and I’m glad we did. Very fun!

Amazing tour – Aug 2018

I love how the tour guide was translating phrase by phrase from English to Spanish. In other tours Sometimes the translation happens after a while by the time we had reached another famous home. Highly recommended. Also the tour path was excellent, we didn’t come back to Port the same way but through the port of miami. Excellent

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A recent trend, though, has seen cruise lines investing in designs meant to transport the diner away from the vessel.

One of the newest ventures is sticking them on a train. Royal Railway – Utopia Station is a featured restaurant coming on board Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas when it debuts this summer in Port Canaveral.

Cruisers will climb aboard a simulated train to experience what traveling on a dining car is like, complete with passing different countryside scenes projected on digital screens.

The first sailings will be limited to an adventure themed to the America’s Wild West for a 90-minute trip that mimics the sights, sounds and feel of a moving train car. Other themes in the works are based on the Silk Route trains that traveled through Asia and 30-minute offerings.

Diners start with pre-dinner drinks on a station platform, and when the train whistle sounds, board the dining car where a cast of performers play out an interactive storyline involving outlaws attempting a train robbery. Royal Caribbean put on a sample version of the experience at its Miami headquarters on Thursday.

The menu leans into ingredients from New Mexico and California. Hard drinks are thematic to the Old West (think pisco sour) as is the soft drink of sarsaparilla served in a flask. Entrees include river trout, braised short ribs and quail-esque roasted poussin. Appetizers include corn chowder, an empanada trio and “Fart & Dart Baked Beans.”

A little juvenile humor does make its way into the performance, as do some dad jokes and over-the-kids-heads jokes.

“It’s like a caricature. It’s good old-fashioned fun,” said Royal Caribbean President Michael Bayley, but he said the performances and approach may depend on when cruisers are seated.

“In the afternoon into the early evening, it will be more kid-immersive. As you move later on into the evening, it will be more sophisticated,” he said.

The main draw to the experience are the continuous digital screen projections that include frontier towns and desert and mountain landscapes that could be right out of an Albert Bierstadt painting.

The final product resolution will be in 4K, but even the test run’s digital renderings were impressive, minus the few hiccups like a horse floating over the cliff.

Royal Caribbean’s chief product innovation officer Jay Schneider said relying on computer-generated video proved to be the better choice over real landscape videos,  although teams did visit actual railways in the West for inspiration.

“Now we can flip a switch and make this winter and make this nighttime,” he said. “That definitely kind of unlocked a lot of possibilities.”

There’s also the $200, three-hour-plus dining experience at the 38-seat venue Empire Supper Club that debuted on the world’s largest cruise ship Icon of the Seas that began sailing from Miami in January.

It transports diners to the roaring ’20s of New York City amid an eight-course meal with each course paired with a unique cocktail.

Diners enjoy music from the American Standards Trio with a vocalist, piano and stand-up bass.

The details such as the rotary phones in the lobby and the uniformed waiters and hostess wearing a sultry dinner gown add to the ambience. The menu delves into some not-so-common options such as oysters Rockefeller and a leg and loin duo of rabbit. More traditional fare is offered, too, including steak, seabass and Caesar salad.

The cocktail pairing approach means no wine, and that’s OK for the venue, said Linken D’Souza, vice president of food and beverage for Royal Caribbean International.

“We went through many iterations of the cocktails to make sure that they’re well balanced. … They paired exceptionally well with the food,” he said. “So that’s not E for everyone. And that’s OK. It’s just a unique niche experience that we want people to really be adventurous.”

Royal isn’t the first to venture down the thematic dining road, which has in some ways been dabbled with over the years, including dinner theater in-the-round venues on some Norwegian Cruise Line ships such as the short-lived magic-themed Illusionarium on Norwegian Getaway and the celebration of 1980s teen films from John Hughes on Norwegian Escape.

And Disney Cruise Line’s rotational dining has always served up a variety of thematic overlays. Its newest ships, though, have taken it to the next level.

That includes the Worlds of Marvel dining venue on both its latest ship Disney Wish, and its upcoming Disney Treasure debuting this December, both sailing out of Port Canaveral. Disney Wish also debuted Arendelle: A Frozen Dining Adventure, a vast food hall that expanded on similar approaches to dining themed to “Tangled” and “Princess & the Frog” on older ships Disney Magic and Wonder.

For Disney Treasure, the line is shelving “Frozen” in favor of the Disney-Pixar film “Coco.” The new overlay will feature a five-course meal with a modern take on traditional Mexican fare.

It will feature live performers telling the story of Miguel and his familia being offered up with different-themed seatings per voyage, as it’s tied to a seven-night sailing. The first night takes diners to Mariachi Plaza with Miguel’s parents Enrique and Luisa as well as Abuelita Elena. The second night takes diners to the town square in Santa Cecilia through where Miguel and his ancestors including great-great grandparents Hector and Mama Imelda celebrate Día de los Muertos.

“The adventure takes you through [those] heartstrings, and pulls you back into family, right?” said Carlos Jimenez, a managing producer with Disney Cruise Line Entertainment. “Doesn’t matter if you’re coming from the Mexican culture or any other culture. Family’s at the center – la familia es todo . So family is everything and we want to make sure we’re telling that beautiful story.”

Princess Cruises also debuted a suite-level guest offering called “360: An Extraordinary Experience” on board Enchanted Princess and Discovery Princess.

The line carved out a small rotunda venue with two half-circle long tables facing one another for 20 diners to serve up a seven-course meal that hits all the senses over an hour and a half.

Diners begin seated within a dark room surrounded by digital screen snapshots of Mediterranean destinations about the circular enclosed walls, What follows is a combination of storytelling of a culinary adventure from Greece to Italy to Spain and into France with an assist from actress Brooke Shields leading the way.

It’s a narrative device to get the real stories told, the source of the various culinary delights presented with white-glove service from course to course, whether it’s the Spanish divers who take the red varietal Grenache and age it underwater or the French lavender farmer who explains where the distinct honey flavor comes from.

Along the way, and intense and detailed projection about the room and onto the dinner service plates invites diners to interact with their meal settings before the actual food is presented, such as virtually smashing some Greek plateware or digging up their own Spanish truffle.

The scents of the food while dining could suffice, but an effusive olfactory accompaniment hits here and there such as the lemon aroma ahead of the tasty Italian dish pasta al limone while its recipe is projected upon the screen.

“What happens here in 360 is you can be anywhere in the world and we’re going to transport you into the Mediterranean,” said Princess Cruises President John Padgett during the experience’s debut event. “We have immersive video, storytelling, food and wine that intersects with the story.”

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MSC cruise ships offer multiple dining options onboard, both included in the fare and extra.

When searching through cruise line reviews online, it won't take you long to come across negative comments about the dining experience on MSC Cruises. But is that reputation justified?

Because MSC Cruises offers some of the industry's lowest base fares, many guests are drawn to the line without a clear understanding of cruise ship dining or what to expect onboard.

Although the dining experience is similar to other mass-market cruise lines, there are some crucial differences. There’s less of a focus on breakfast, and a more Mediterranean approach to what’s on offer later in the day.

So, if you are taking or considering an MSC cruise in the coming years, here’s what to expect from the onboard dining experience.

Where MSC Cruises Excels

While this setup is similar to other cruise lines, MSC, as a European cruise line , emphasizes simple breakfasts and multi-course dinners with a focus on a Mediterranean diet.

That being said, MSC Cruises is making a big push into the North American market. Cruises departing Miami do have their dining concepts adjusted for the market, but these are more tweaks than wholesale changes.

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What MSC does best is Mediterranean cuisine, including breads, pasta, cheeses, fish, and pizza.

Bread is served with most meals and is of a good quality.

On new ship MSC Euribia , all breads and pastas are made on board. Also produced on board is fresh mozzarella. More than 650 pounds of it is made—and eaten—every day, thanks in part to delicious fresh mozzarella balls being available from the buffet.

Those who prefer informal dining will delight at the excellent quality pizza produced on all MSC vessels. Available from the buffet throughout the day and late into the evening, and from other informal venues too, the pizza is fresh, hot, and delicious.

Excellent pizza is available for up to 20 hours per day on MSC cruise ships.

Cruzely.com rated it the “best pizza at sea” while The Points Guy ranked the offering 5/5. Room service pizza is popular and equally tasty, although this comes at an extra charge.

MSC Dining Concept Explained

As with how dining works on most major lines, MSC offers evening dining at fixed times in main dining rooms, or casual options such as a buffet restaurant, poolside grill, and, on some ships, a fast-food outlet, all included in the fare.

Specialty restaurants are available for an additional charge, with the number of venues dependent on the ship.

MSC offers three tiers of cruise experience, each with various amenities bundled into your fare. Each package—’Bella’, ‘Fantastica’, and ‘Aurea’—offers an increasing range of perks.

Guests on a ‘Fantastica’ package can order room service breakfast for free and choose their preferred dining time in advance. ‘Aurea’ guests are able to dine in the ‘anytime’ restaurant, offering more flexibility during the evenings.

Main Dining Rooms

Every guest is assigned a table in one of several main dining rooms for an evening meal, usually on either an early or late seating. The precise timings and concept differs depending on the ship and itinerary.

One of the main dining rooms on MSC Euribia.

Three-course menus change daily, with a slate of ‘always available’ classics such as pasta with tomato sauce, or grilled chicken breast. Risotto and seafood are popular, while there is always at least one vegetarian choice.

Presentation is on the simple side and service can be patchy, although things tend to improve over the course of a week as serving staff get to know guest preferences.

Mediterranean food is generally the best choice in the main dining rooms.

At least one dining room is usually open for breakfast, lunch, or sometimes ‘brunch’ on sea days. This offers a more relaxed alternative to the buffet.

Informal Dining

The primary informal restaurant on MSC ships is known as the ‘Marketplace Buffet’. Opening hours vary depending on the day but it usually opens from an early as 6:30am and serves late night snacks until the early hours.

On most ships, the pizzeria is located in the buffet restaurant and has longer opening hours. There is full bar service available with a button on the tables used to call a member of the bar team.

The buffet restaurant does get crowded during breakfast service as there are few other options available, but there is generally more space available in the evenings.

Salads are available from the Marketplace Buffet, including freshly-made mozzarella on MSC Euribia.

On all ships in the fleet, there are more informal opportunities to satisfy your hunger than you may realise.

On MSC’s World Europa and the upcoming World America , set to launch from Miami in 2025, a fast food joint including pizzeria is open most of the day and is ideally placed to grab a quick bite when rejoining the ship.

If you don’t eat much for breakfast, light pastries are available in the morning from the onboard cafe, while light bites are usually available throughout the afternoon from selected lounges.

Specialty Restaurants

All ships in the MSC fleet offer at least a few specialty restaurants, with the most available on the newest ships.

Kaito is a Japanese restaurant on MSC Euribia.

These vary in price and are usually themed after a specific cuisine, from a French grill to Japanese sushi and teppanyaki.

There’s a notable improvement in the quality of the food in all specialty restaurants, both in terms of choice and quality. Choosing to eat in one or two of these will make a big difference to your overall dining experience, and it doesn’t have to break the bank.

For example, the Mexican cantina, Hola!, offers authentic dishes with an a la carte option ideal for lunch, or a $20 all-you-can-eat option for an indulgent dinner.

Hola! Tacos and Cantina is a good value way to try specialty dining on MSC cruise ships.

Dining packages are also available that include set meals at a specific number of restaurants. Book in advance to save money, but book times at individual restaurants as soon as you board to avoid disappointment, especially if you’d like to dine there on sea days.

Room Service

Finally, don't ignore room service as an option, especially if you are on the ‘Fantastica’ or ‘Aurea’ packages. These guests are entitled to free breakfast delivery each day of the cruise, with the exception of disembarkation day.

While the menu is limited, there are enough options to avoid the busy buffet and enjoy a relaxed breakfast on your balcony at a time that suits you.

A simple room service breakfast on MSC Euribia.

As with the pizza available in the ship’s informal dining venues, the room service pizza is excellent and a good value option if you want to take it easy on a particular day.

Overall, dining on MSC Cruises is far from the most premium experience at sea, yet it’s also a lot better than many reviews may suggest.

If you adjust your expectations, embrace Mediterranean favorites, and be prepared to pay for at least one specialty experience, dining is likely to be a positive memory from your MSC cruise.

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Disney Cruise Line's rotational dining: What to know about this unique dinner concept

Much like Captain Hook, Jafar and Ursula, Disney Cruise Line 's rotational dining is iconic to some but plain evil to others.

When you cruise with Disney, rotational dining dictates how you and your cruise companions dine each night in your ship's main restaurants. On the one hand, it's a rigid schedule that takes the ability to choose away from travelers, which some cruisers don't like. On the other hand, knowing where you will eat each night makes dinnertime less chaotic and guarantees you will experience each of your ship's themed restaurants at least once.

Here's everything you need to know about Disney Cruise Line's dining system , including what rotational dining is, which ships have it and which main restaurants are included on each vessel.

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What is Disney Cruise Line's rotational dining?

Rotational dining is Disney Cruise Line's unique dinner concept. You and your travel party are assigned to dine in one of three complimentary onboard restaurants at a set time each night of your sailing. You'll sit with your group at an assigned table and with assigned waiters.

You'll dine at each of the three restaurants at least once on short sailings and at least twice on weeklong voyages, according to a schedule given to you on board. Your table number will remain the same, and your waiters will travel with you. On voyages longer than three nights, you'll visit some of the restaurants more than once, possibly with a different menu for pirate night or the welcome aboard dinner. Cruisers can't choose which venues they visit an extra time.

Each dining room has a different menu, so the rotation ensures you can dine at each of your ship's main dining rooms at least once.

Each dining room also has a different theme, which might tie into Disney animation, a garden at sunset, characters from the movie "Frozen" or Marvel immersion. Sometimes, the restaurant will include a show or mealtime entertainment. Different ships have differently themed rotational dining restaurants.

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Which Disney ships have rotational dining?

Rotational dining is on all ships in the Disney Cruise Line fleet:

• Disney Dream
• Disney Fantasy
• Disney Magic
• Disney Treasure
• Disney Wish
• Disney Wonder

Disney Dream rotational dining

The three main restaurants that cater to rotational dining on Disney Dream are Animator's Palate, which allows passengers to have conversations with animations of Crush (the turtle from "Finding Nemo") via giant screens along the walls; Enchanted Garden, which feels like you're dining in a garden as the sun slowly sets; and Royal Palace, featuring paintings of Disney Princesses and a French-influenced menu.

Disney Wish rotational dining

On Disney Wish, passengers will rotate among Arendelle: A Frozen Dining Adventure , which features a Norwegian-forward menu in celebration of Anna's engagement to Kristoff; Worlds of Marvel , where Ant-Man accidentally shrinks the ship and then tries to fix it; and 1923, a less interactive and more elegant restaurant with an art deco motif that's inspired by the golden age of animation.

Disney Magic rotational dining

Passengers on Disney Magic will rotate between Rapunzel's Royal Table, which celebrates Rapunzel's birthday with singing, dancing and visits from characters, and Lumiere's, a rather nondescript dining room with a loose but hardly noticeable "Beauty and the Beast" theme. The ship also has Animator's Palate, but it differs from Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy because, instead of conversations with Crush, it features decor and waiter uniforms that are black and white but gradually turn colorful throughout the meal.

Disney Fantasy rotational dining

Like Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy also has Animator's Palate and Enchanted Garden, as well as Royal Court, which is the same as Royal Palace with the exception of the name.

Disney Wonder rotational dining

On Disney Wonder, cruisers will move between Tiana's Place, a New Orleans-themed eatery that draws from "The Princess and the Frog"; Triton's, which is loosely based on "The Little Mermaid" and the most formal of the restaurants; and a version of Animator's Palate similar to the one on Disney Magic.

Disney Treasure rotational dining

Disney Treasure will introduce new rotational dining restaurants and dinner shows, and its weeklong cruises will allow guests to dine at each twice. Plaza de Coco features "dinner in the round" with performances by characters from the movie "Coco," and Worlds of Marvel will return with new and updated shows. Also returning from Disney Wish is 1923, with slightly different decor.

Is rotational dining optional?

Disney Cruise Line's buffet is not open for dinner on most sailings, and its ships don't have main dining rooms that cater to travelers who prefer flexible dining times. If you want a complimentary sit-down restaurant meal, you need to follow the rotational dining schedule.

If you choose not to eat in the main dining rooms as part of rotational dining, you can opt for room service or choose to pay extra for an alternative restaurant, such as Palo , Remy or Enchante . However, the extra-fee restaurants are adults-only and do not accept diners younger than 18. If you're traveling with children, alternatives to rotational dining are extremely limited.

Pros and cons of rotational dining

Disney Cruise Line's rotational dining guarantees every passenger is able to eat in every venue at least once, so they won't miss any of the included dinner shows or experiences. It also helps to better stagger the number of passengers trying to see the line's phenomenal theater shows either before or after the two set dining times.

Additionally, it provides structure to mealtimes and allows waiters, who follow passengers from restaurant to restaurant, to learn passenger preferences, thereby offering a more elevated level of service.

With rotational dining, you and your travel companions have to eat at whichever time and restaurant Disney assigns you. That can be frustrating for passengers who prefer to eat earlier or later than the time they're assigned or who just want a relaxed experience following a busy day in port.

Another downside is that the menus tend to be themed (French at Royal Palace and Royal Court, Norwegian at Arendelle: A Frozen Dining Adventure, Cajun at Tiana's Place and so forth). If you're not a fan of the type of cuisine served and wish to skip a meal in a main restaurant, you're limited to whatever happens to still be available on the pool deck (hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza and the like) when you're hungry for dinner.

If you're traveling with children, rotational dining can be either a blessing or a curse. If your kids are able to tolerate sit-down meals and enjoy the entertainment, it works well. If they're bored with a multicourse, sit-down meal, you might find yourself frustrated that Disney Cruise Line offers so few grab-and-go alternatives.

Bottom line

On a Disney Cruise, rotational dining at an assigned time is the only option if you'd like to eat in one of the main dining rooms and not be stuck with room service or pricey alternative dining that doesn't allow children.

Although the concept is somewhat inflexible, it's efficient, allows passengers to try all the restaurants (and see all the dinner shows) and ensures service continuity since cruisers have the same waiters as they move from venue to venue each night. The schedule also guarantees all cruisers can find seats in the theater for each night's show, which has two performances at two different times. (Those who are assigned to eat late go to the early show and vice versa.)

Whether you love it or hate it, rotational dining is a unique way to experience dinner on a Disney cruise.

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