Disney Cruise Line was recently recognized as the No. 3 cruise experience at the 20th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards for Conde Nast Traveler magazine in New York City. Up against some of the most distinguished lines in the cruise industry, the family-focused cruise experience rounded out the top three in the “Large Cruise Ship” category just behind Crystal Cruises and Regent Seven Seas, who placed No. 1 and No. 2, respectively.

Disney Cruise Line has received nearly 50 distinguished awards and recognitions from the travel industry since first setting sail in 1998. These awards have included allaspects of the operation from dining and entertainment, to youth activities and spa facilities. Just this year, Disney Cruise Line earned several additional top honors including:

• Conde Nast Traveler – Rated the Disney Magic® and the Disney Wonder® in the top 10 of the “Top 80 Cruise Ships in the World” and named Disney Cruise Line on their “Gold List”, which recognizes the top 10 in overall best experience.
• Conde Nast Traveler – Ranked the Vista Spa and Salon as the #3 cruise line spa.
• Porthole Cruise – Awarded Disney Cruise Line with a Readers’ Choice Award.
• TravelAge West – Recognized Disney Cruise Line with two Editor’s Pick WAVE awards for best overall spa facility and best onboard entertainment.
•AAA – Awarded Disney Cruise Line with the “Preferred Partner of the Year” designation for surpassing excellence in providing products and services to AAA and its membership.
•Travel + Leisure – Ranked Disney Cruise Line No. 4 in the “Large-Ship” cruise line category.