Disney Treasure Enchanté Restaurant Review

How Does the Disney Treasure Kids Club Work for Younger Children?

I was honestly a bit nervous before our cruise about leaving my boys, ages 3 and 5, in the kids club since they are opposites personality-wise and had never done something like that before.

The Marvel Super Hero Academy inside the Disney Oceaneer Club became the highlight for my 5-year-old, who is normally pretty shy and sticks with us in group settings.

He begged every day to go back and would come to breakfast talking nonstop about the superhero activities and how much he liked the staff.

He even started asking if my wife and I were tired or if we needed “grown-up time” so we would take him back—honestly, a win-win for everyone.

Our 3-year-old, who is outgoing, had fun too, but he still wanted to spend more time with us than his older brother did.

We loved that sign-in and pick-up ran super smoothly and that staff checked parent IDs each time, which eased my mind a lot.

The clubs are kept spotless, and the themed rooms like the Star Wars area and Princess crafts spaces looked straight out of a movie.

The clubs are only for kids ages 3-12.

Older teens have their own hangouts, so it stays very age appropriate inside the main kids club areas.

Some activities need a reservation, but there was always something open when the boys wanted to go, so we did not feel like we missed out.

If your kids are hesitant, stay with them for a minute at open house until they warm up—it made all the difference for us.

If you want other family-friendly entertainment at home, check out these games to play with kids.

What Should Families Expect from Disney Cruise Dining?

I did not expect the dining to stand out as much as it did—in fact, we usually left every restaurant genuinely excited for what was coming up the next night.

Rotational dining is set up so your servers move with you to each restaurant—this helped the kids get comfortable fast and by the second night, our server was already learning our likes.

The three main dining rooms on Disney Treasure each have totally different themes and menus, and even though I went in thinking the food would be good but not special, I was surprised at how much I looked forward to dinner each night.

The entertainers and themed settings inside the restaurants create a pretty magical experience (Animators Palate is a must-see with all the interactive art and animation on the screens), and our kids were wowed.

There are always kids menus, and staff were totally fine about making changes for picky eaters—my boys eat like toddlers, so this made each meal easier instead of a battle.

Disney also did a great job with dietary requests; I watched staff help families with allergies every meal without missing a beat.

We made Hei Hei Cafe part of our daily routine—espresso martinis for my wife and me (shoutout to Kevin at the bar for remembering our names and even knowing our usual order by the second day) and pistachio lattes, which I am convinced are now essential to a good vacation.

Room service is included 24/7, which we found out after my 5-year-old fell asleep before dinner—you can order Mickey ice cream bars or a grilled cheese at any hour, and it arrives surprisingly fast.

For families who nerd out about planning their own rotations, you can request your restaurant order ahead of time with Disney, but we just went with the assigned schedule and loved it.

One useful tip: Dress codes are relaxed in the main restaurants, but plenty of families have coordinated themed outfits, especially for Pirate Night—we felt a little underdressed one night and want to do matching shirts and bandanas next time.

If you prefer thoughtful planning, check out tips for planning family activities like board games for family nights too.

Are the Pools, Splash Pads, and AquaMouse Water Coaster Worth It for Kids?

Our boys talked for weeks about the splash pads and waterslides, and they lived up to the hype—Disney made sure every area was stroller friendly and full of lifeguards.

The AquaMouse water coaster was a hit with both kids and adults—my wife convinced the 5-year-old to try it with her and they were all smiles even though he was nervous getting in line.

Lines for the coaster changed each day; mornings were easiest, and it is worth heading up early if you have eager kids.

The splash zones were my 3-year-old’s favorite spot and the best place to burn off steam before nap time.

We loved that there were smaller family pools and also adult-only pools, so parents or grandparents could take breaks (my wife and I took turns going solo so each of us had a little calm time to ourselves, which people do not always expect on a kid-heavy trip).

The water was warm and rarely crowded—even with thousands on the ship it never felt jammed, which amazed us all week long.

For beach gear, we forgot sand toys but saw other parents bring collapsible buckets and shovels—packing a compact sand toy kit is totally worth it for the island days.

Another must-bring is a packable, quick-drying towel for kids if you do not want to use the ship towels all the time—they dry in the sun fast and pack up tiny.

If you are traveling with toddlers, bring a portable puddle jumper or swim vest—even though there are life jackets available, my 3-year-old was much more confident swimming with one he knows from home.

What Are Castaway Cay and Lookout Cay Like for Families?

Our itinerary ended up skipping Jamaica but gave us two Disney island days which I would pick over any port for families with young kids.

Castaway Cay felt built for our family—kid-friendly beaches, snorkeling, a water play area with two slides, and lots of shade.

My wife and I joked that the lifeguards here do not miss a single detail; they were always around and so reassuring for parents trying to relax while their kids went wild in the water.

The lunch options hit the spot, and since food is included, we loaded up trays with burgers and tons of fresh fruit before hitting the sand again.

Strollers and wagons are easy to roll on the sand so we could actually carry all our beach stuff between shaded chairs and the water.

Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point was new for us and has a more relaxed vibe and some amazing art—the boys loved the splash pad and we found a quieter spot to chill near the end of the day.

Both islands have plenty of loungers and umbrellas, and it never once felt overrun or stressful.

Packing reef-safe sunscreen was one lesson learned—we saw several families scrambling because the only brands on the island cost a small fortune.

Since our kids never wanted to leave the water, it helped to bring our own sand toys, extra swim diapers for the little one, and insulated water bottles that stayed cool all day under the Bahamas sun.

If you are a family that loves outdoor fun, these islands may be your favorite days on board.

How Good Is the Entertainment On Board for Kids and Parents?

Disney Treasure blew us away with non-stop shows, character meet and greets, movies, and even a fireworks night at sea.

My 5-year-old discovered Peter Pan for the first time thanks to seeing his image soaring on the ship and then watched the movie in the theater, which turned him into a full-blown fan overnight.

We spotted Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and even some Marvel heroes all over the ship, and the characters are so good at making every kid feel like a star.

The first time both my boys hugged Goofy, they were grinning so wide I wish I could bottle the feeling.

Even as adults, we never felt bored thanks to Broadway-style theater shows and deck parties—Pirate Night had everyone from toddlers to grandparents dancing and cracking up at the pirate jokes.

My youngest was exhausted one night and fell asleep before the fireworks, so my wife and I actually watched them from our port window on deck 2 with our 5-year-old curled up in his pajamas—it was a reminder of how Disney magic finds you wherever you are on board.

I learned the fireworks are made from fish food so nothing harms the sea, and little things like that show how Disney thinks through even the details most guests never notice.

If you get a chance to see the shows, go early if you want a front-row seat, but we found even the seats in the back had great views.

Movies played by the family pools all day, so we often parked with snacks after lunchtime—instant downtime for the whole crew.

If you want to find new at-home fun between trips, I recommend these games for family parties for laughs just as big as on the ship.

Should You Decorate Your Stateroom Door and Try Fish Extenders?

One of the most unexpectedly fun parts of the cruise for our boys was decorating our stateroom door with magnets we brought from home plus some new Disney ones from the gift shop.

We had no clue that door magnets were such a big thing until we saw hundreds of rooms covered with creative designs, family names, and even birthday wishes during the first walk down our hallway.

My kids came back from breakfast one morning to find a small bag of stickers left by a stranger—it was such a cool moment and made them feel like the cruise community is special and welcoming.

That is when we learned about fish extenders, a gift-swapping tradition with small presents left in hanging organizers on the room fish outside your door.

Next time, we are definitely prepping our own fish extender gifts and plan on making or buying coordinating magnets to up our game—it really kicks the magic up a notch for the kids and creates instant memories.

For your first cruise, do not stress about being perfect—anything fun or personal on your door is enough to get kids excited coming back from a long day.

And if you love organizing and want to step it up, joining a Facebook group with your sailing date is a great way to connect for a fish extender swap in advance.

If you forget, no big deal—there are always friendly families surprising each other anyway.

What If Someone in Your Family Needs to Chill—Or Wants a Grown Up Evening?

As much as I wanted family time, I was honestly thrilled that my 5-year-old became obsessed with the Marvel kids club and started asking if mom and I would go do the spa or enjoy a cocktail so he could have extra club time.

My wife and I took his not-so-secret hints as permission to try some adult activities, and we were glad we did—Senses Spa was super relaxing and the adults-only pool had a totally different peaceful vibe.

Hei Hei Cafe was our go-to for an espresso martini or pistachio latte (Kevin is the best!), and we would sit at the bar for a quiet chat or linger with a coffee after the kids went to bed.

We found other bars and lounges with trivia, piano music, and special cocktails where all the parents seemed to be enjoying the same hard-won downtime, so do not skip a date night—your kids will likely beg for more club time anyway.

For couples night, Palo and Enchanté are the big-deal adult dining spots, but on our next sailing we plan to reserve early since they fill fast—our server said reservations can sell out even before embarkation day.

The ship Navigator app makes it simple to check when clubs are open, which lets you sneak away for a spa or cocktail visit without missing family activities you had planned together.

My tip: be ready to tip extra if you get standout service—the crew genuinely care about making your trip special, so we always added to the auto-gratuities at Guest Services.

What Surprised Us About Life On Board Disney Treasure?

The biggest thing I did not expect was never feeling crowded, even with thousands of people moving in every direction—Disney has crowd flow totally locked down from check-in to the last breakfast.

Activities for kids and adults overlap so well that everyone seems to spread out, and whether we wanted a quiet game night, pool day, or theater show, we never waited long or got stuck in lines.

One morning after arriving in Cozumel, my boys sat in our room with their eyes closed pretending the ship was still moving—even though we barely felt it while sailing, it was a goofy, memorable moment and shows how much being on board becomes a world of its own for kids.

The staff on Disney Treasure treated our family like VIPs, from remembering extra napkins at dinner to helping my 3-year-old through the Hero Zone obstacle course with patience and encouragement.

If your family wants to avoid FOMO, download the Disney Cruise Line Navigator app early and use the planner—it keeps everyone on track and helps you see what is happening each hour so you do not miss favorites like character greetings, trivia, or the unique themed dinners.

Be sure to rate everything as “Excellent” on surveys—anything less can actually hurt the staff’s chances at promotions and benefits, something we learned partway through that made us even more grateful for the level of service we got throughout the week.

If travel downtime ever gets long for your crew, you can try these calming family games to keep kids happy and engaged.

What Should You Pack (and Not Forget) for a Disney Treasure Cruise with Kids?

Our packing strategy for Disney Treasure definitely improved by the end of the trip, so I want to share what I would not want to leave home without next time.

First, bring extra door magnets or even a set of Disney-themed magnets in case your kids want to change up the look midway through—I found myself wishing we had options as soon as my boys started comparing doors with their new friends.

A compact hanging fish extender organizer is great if you want to join the gift exchange, and even if you do not join a group, it is an easy way to leave little surprises for your kids or siblings right at your door.

Swimsuits need to come in multiples since the splash pads, pools, and island days keep kids wet morning to night—having a backup suit that dries quickly made everything easier.

Do not forget to pack a reef-safe sunscreen and kid-friendly sun hats, especially with so much time on deck and on the islands.

Disney does offer towels and some baby supplies on board, but having your child’s favorite swim vest, a small white noise machine for sleeping, and some essential snacks (like granola bars or pouches) will help you feel more at home.

We also packed magnetic hooks, which work perfectly on the stateroom walls for hanging wet swimsuits or backpacks—super smart for drying and keeping clutter off the floor.

For Pirate Night or themed dinners, a simple set of pirate hats, matching tees, or bandanas made the night more fun for kids—even a last-minute Amazon order can save you from feeling left out.

Other helpful additions are autograph books or blank notepads for character signatures—a few families brought fabric markers and had characters sign pillowcases, which turned out so cute and made for a great bedtime tradition.

The Disney Cruise Line Navigator app is a must-have for everyone with a smartphone, but we found packing a simple lanyard for our Key to the World cards made moving around the ship way easier for both grownups and kids (plus, they do not get lost as quickly).

What Are the Best Money-Saving Tips I Learned on Disney Treasure?

Taking a Disney cruise is not cheap, but there are ways to stretch your vacation budget without feeling like you are missing out.

We quickly learned to eat breakfast and lunch on the ship even during port days, since the included options were fresh, fast, and cost nothing extra—packing snacks from the buffet for shore excursions is also totally fine for families with hungry kids.

Refillable water bottles are essential, because buying bottled drinks on board adds up fast but filtered water stations are all over the ship for free.

Skip the bottled sunscreen and kids’ pool floats on the islands since they cost three times more than at home—instead, pack your own in advance to save serious cash.

Specialty coffee and cocktails at places like Hei Hei Cafe and the lounges are extra but worth the splurge; otherwise, all basic drinks like lemonade, tea, and soda are free at the self-serve stations.

Tipping is important for crew morale—the automatic tips go a long way, but if your housekeeping or servers go above and beyond, do not hesitate to add more at Guest Services at the end of your trip.

Downloading the Disney Navigator app means you will never miss a free event, activity, or show, and it helps avoid last-minute upcharges on things you did not budget for since you can see what is included each day.

If you are traveling with extended family or friends, consider getting connecting staterooms—it is cheaper than a huge suite but gives kids the feeling of more space and freedom to visit cousins or friends safely.

We passed on buying every souvenir in the gift shop and instead let the boys pick out one Disney item each as their “big buy,” which kept things special.

How Did Pirate Night and Themed Evenings Work for Our Family?

Pirate Night on Disney Treasure is seriously one of those things you have to experience to understand how into it families get—every hallway felt like a Halloween party with face paint, costumes, and full family pirate looks.

We ran to the gift shop for matching bandanas and eye patches since we missed the memo about themed outfits before sailing, and the boys still ask when we can wear their hats at home.

Most families dress up at least a little on Pirate Night and for formal evenings, but you do not need to go fancy—some kids wore full pirate gear and some just added a simple bandana or striped shirt.

Even if you are not big on costumes, it is worth joining in, since the themed menus, shows, and dance parties end up being the highlight of the sailing for so many families.

We also saw families with custom t-shirts for each themed night (Pixar Night, Formal Night, Pirate Night), and my wife is already planning coordinated looks for our return cruise.

The party ends with fireworks, and you get pirate-themed desserts, music, and special drinks—even watching from our window instead of the deck, it was still one of the best memories for the kids.

For themed nights and character meet-and-greets, showing up a little early helps with crowd-free photos, but the crew do a fantastic job of moving things along so everyone gets their moment.

What Would I Change or Do Differently Next Time?

Looking back, I learned several lessons that I would use for our second Disney Treasure cruise.

Next time, I will join a cruise Facebook group before we sail to set up a fish extender exchange and snag Palo or Enchanté reservations the moment they open up.

We are definitely packing more door magnets, matching outfits for special evenings, and a portable fan for those hot days on the islands—the ship stays cool, but Bahamas sun is no joke outside.

I would also sign the kids up early on the Navigator app for the Hero Zone and Marvel Academy sessions, since my 5-year-old could not get enough hero time and I want to make sure he gets all the super hero training he deserves.

We will probably bring a few small gifts for random acts of kindness—those surprise gifts on our door totally made our day, so it is fun to pass it on for the next family.

I am also planning more relaxing activities like bringing a card game or two for sea days or waiting in line—our boys loved downtime as much as all the action, and it can help balance the go-go-go pace.

You can find inspiration for quiet-time games in this list of relaxing activities that work for families if you need a starting point.

Disney Treasure Kids and Family Cruising in a Nutshell

Our Disney Treasure trip was better than any family vacation we have taken, full of thoughtful staff, spotless facilities, and nonstop magic from dining to deck parties.

Do not worry about perfection—the people, the crew, and even the other families make it feel welcoming whether you have toddlers or grade schoolers, and there is more than enough for everyone to love.

If your child is shy or clingy, the kids clubs may still surprise you, just like they did for us with our Marvel-loving five-year-old.

Remember a few pro tips: decorate your door, download the app, join a fish extender exchange ahead of time, and do not forget themed outfits for at least Pirate Night.

Bring those little extras that make beach days smoother and always be extra kind to the staff who treat you like family all week long.

We are already planning our second cruise and recommend it for any family looking for unforgettable memories with plenty of Disney magic and zero parent guilt.