Disney Cancels Disney Adventure Cruise After Mechanical Issue in Singapore

A scheduled four-night cruise aboard Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Adventure, was canceled after a mechanical issue was discovered shortly after passengers boarded in Singapore, leaving hundreds of guests waiting onboard and then being sent to hotels. The sailing was due to depart May 7 from Marina Bay Cruise Centre, but Disney said it could not resolve the problem in time to begin the trip, prompting the crew to order passengers to disembark.

Passengers had already completed boarding and many had entered their rooms before the decision was announced. According to accounts shared by travelers, the ship’s captain initially said there were technical issues being addressed and that it would sail soon, before later canceling the voyage around the afternoon hours. Several passengers described extended delays while arrangements were coordinated, including late-night receipt of hotel information. Disney engineering teams worked while the vessel remained docked.

Disney said affected guests received a full refund and additional assistance to help with the disruption. In a statement, a Disney spokesperson said, We completely understand this was an unfortunate situation for...