Disney is adding a sixth ship to its growing cruise line, the entertainment giant announced late Tuesday morning in a video presentation. <\/p>\n
It will be christened the Disney Treasure, and it\u2019s brimming with the kind of colorful, pop-culture theming you\u2019d expect, with nods to \u201cThe Lion King,\u201d Marvel superheroes, \u201c20,000 Leagues Under the Sea,\u201d \u201cStar Wars\u201d and others. <\/p>\n
But don\u2019t pack your bags quite yet. The maiden voyage of the Treasure, sister ship to the Disney Wish that launched in 2022, is scheduled for December 21, 2024. It will leave Port Canaveral, Florida, for a seven-night Eastern Caribbean cruise, Disney said in a news release. After that, the ship will embark on seven-night itineraries in the Eastern and Western Caribbean from Port Canaveral. <\/p>\n
While the first voyage is more than a year away, die-hard Disney cruisers can reserve a spot much sooner. Bookings for Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club members start September 12 this year. Bookings open to all guests on September 20, according to the news release. <\/p>\n
Here\u2019s a look at some of the highlights: <\/p>\n
Fancy water rides are becoming a family cruise ship staple. The Treasure has its own jewel. <\/p>\n
Called \u201cAquaMouse: Curse of the Golden Egg,\u201d the ride will be suspended above the upper decks. Water jets will shoot two-person vehicles through 760 feet (232 meters) of winding tubes, offering views of Mickey Mouse animation as well as views of the ocean and the ship below. Disney Wish also has an AquaMouse attraction. <\/p>\n
For smaller children, the ship will have a \u201cToy Story\u201d splash zone, wading pool, family waterslide and smoothie bar. Adults who need a child break can slip away to \u201cQuiet Cove,\u201d which will feature an infinity pool and poolside bar and cafe. <\/p>\n
The sea-based equivalent of Main Street U.S.A., the ship\u2019s \u201cAladdin\u201d-themed Grand Hall \u201cwill serve as the ship\u2019s most prominent gathering space, inspiring wonder and exploration during each voyage,\u201d the release said. Guests will be able to see shows, have character encounters and hear musical performances here. <\/p>\n
Sarabi (named for \u201cThe Lion King\u201d matriarch) will be a two-story gathering spot that will evoke an African savannah and feature things such as \u201cVillains Game Night.\u201d <\/p>\n
Guests will also have a Broadway-style theater, showing \u201cBeauty and the Beast\u201d and \u201cDisney Seas the Adventure,\u201d as well as cinemas. <\/p>\n
The Treasure will sport 1,256 staterooms. Concierge-level staterooms and suites will come with a private sun deck. <\/p>\n
Four royal suites will \u201cpay tribute to the faithful feline companions of daring Disney characters,\u201d the release said. For a truly epic stay, the EPCOT-inspired Tomorrow Tower Suite will overlook the top deck and will sleep eight. <\/p>\n
As for food, the ship\u2019s Plaza de Coco will be the first theatrical dining experience themed to the Disney and Pixar 2017 film \u201cCoco,\u201d the release said. The Mexican restaurant will have dining tables set around a central stage with mariachi performances. Other main restaurants: Worlds of Marvel, flavored with a dash of Spider-Man encounter, and 1923, an upscale venue named for the founding year of Walt Disney Animation Studios. <\/p>\n