Disney Notifies Cruisers of Hawaii Dockside Taxes That Will Raise Early 2026 Fares
The levy takes effect January 1, 2026, applying proportionally to time in Hawaii ports.
Overview
- Disney Cruise Line began emailing affected guests on September 25–26 with updated balances that fold the new charges into taxes, fees, and port expenses.
- Passengers will see an 11% state Transient Accommodations Tax plus a 3% local county tax applied to the portion of their fare tied to days docked in Hawaii.
- Confirmed itineraries include a South Pacific sailing departing February 2, 2026, and a Hawaiian cruise on February 16, 2026.
- The first impacted voyages involve the Disney Wonder in February 2026, according to the notifications reported by fan sites.
- Some guests who already paid in full now owe additional amounts, with one reported increase exceeding $400 depending on fare, party size, and time in port.