The Disney Fantasy has begun its first cruise from Southampton. The ship began its first United Kingdom voyage from the port while thunderstorms and rain impacted the area. The storms did not impact the magic or fun being had by those who were aboard the ship, however.
When the ship left on July 31, 2025, TV presenters Matt and Emma Willis were joined by Donald Duck aboard the ship to welcome winners of a Disney Cruise Line trip. The moment was magical as the family boarded the ship and went on the most magical trip. Nina Lowery, 39, from Hazlerigg, Newcastle upon Tyne, said, “We were already so excited just to win. But then to be greeted by Matt and Emma—and Donald Duck. It was such a magical start. My little boy couldn’t believe his eyes. We already feel like we’ve stepped into another world.” Nina is cruising on the ship with her three-year-old son, mother, and niece. This is after she won the Disney Cruise Line ‘Shipmates’ competition.
The Disney Cruise Line ‘Shipmates’ competition was run by the Disney Parks UK Instagram. Here is the moment that Nina was told she won the trip by Matt and Emma Willis:
While in the United Kingdom, the Disney Fantasy will be departing on three, four, and five-night itineraries to Spain, Norway, and the British Isles. More information about the Disney Fantasy and the Disney Cruise Line itineraries can be found at DisneyCruise.com.
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