Disney Cruise Line vs Virgin Voyages — a head-to-head on the specs, the amenities, and what each ship is genuinely better at.
Valiant Lady (2021) is the newer ship by 9 years versus Disney Fantasy (2012). Disney Fantasy is the larger hull at 129,750 GT (~18% bigger). Disney Fantasy sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (2,500 vs 2,770).
| Spec | Disney Fantasy | Valiant Lady |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2012 | 2021 |
| Tonnage | 129,750 GT | 110,000 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 2,500 | 2,770 |
| Guests (max) | 4,000 | 2,770 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Disney Fantasy has things the other doesn't: Self-service laundry, Wheelchair rentals.
Valiant Lady has one thing the other doesn't: USB ports in cabins.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.
No ports in common in the next 12 months.
None unique — everywhere this ship goes, the other does too.