Disney Cruise Line rounds out Disney Destiny
reveal by announcing venues, experiences, and stern character that
draw on legacies of Marvel heroes and villains for new ship setting
sail November 2025
CELEBRATION, Fla., Aug. 1, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Like Loki, the next Disney Cruise Line ship is
destined for glorious purpose. When the Disney Destiny sets sail,
the heroes and villains-inspired ship will debut new ways for
families to interact with famed characters and stories from the
Marvel Universe with all-new spaces and experiences.
A voyage aboard the Disney Destiny will embrace the dynamic
duality of every great Disney story, where opposing forces of light
and dark drive characters to rise to their destinies. A
diverse range of Marvel characters will be the inspiration behind
themed venues and entertainment aboard the ship, including a Grand
Hall inspired by the rich lore, distinctive iconography and vibrant
palette of Marvel Studios' "Black Panther" films; a centrally
located entertainment parlor inspired by the powerful sorcerers and
mystical artifacts of Marvel Studios' "Doctor Strange;" and a tower
suite honoring the legacy of Iron Man.
"The heroes and villains theme of the Disney Destiny provides
the perfect platform for us to collaborate with Disney Cruise Line
on all-new, Marvel-inspired experiences guests won't find anywhere
else on land or at sea across the multiverse," said Brian Crosby, executive, Marvel Experiences
Development. "We're honoring some of our classic heroes like Black
Panther and Spider-Man on board, and we're celebrating the
larger-than-life personalities of the Avengers as inspiration for
one-of-a-kind venues. This will be a must-do for all True
Believers!"
The Disney Destiny will sail an inaugural season of four- and
five-night cruises to The Bahamas
and Western Caribbean from Port
Everglades in Fort Lauderdale,
Florida beginning in November
2025. Bookings open to the general public on Sept. 12, 2024. Additional details about the
Disney Destiny's new offerings announced earlier this week can be
found on the Disney Parks Blog and disneycruise.com.
Living a Legend – Wakanda Forever
The Grand
Hall of the Disney Destiny will be its most striking and
prominent gathering space, a mythical realm that welcomes guests to
a world of epic dualities: heroes and villains, adventure and
relaxation. Inspired by the rich lore, distinctive iconography and
vibrant palette of Marvel Studios' "Black Panther" films, the Grand
Hall will be Disney Cruise Line's kingdom on the seas.
The Walt Disney Imagineering design team consulted with the
costume team from the "Black Panther" movies, and those insights
helped fashion the creative vision for this space, including
metalwork on the pillars inspired by the banded armor and stacked
jewelry found in Wakanda. A breathtaking light fixture inspired by
Vibranium — the rare metallic ore found in the fictional nation —
will generate show-stopping effects that fill the room with life
and color.
Presiding over the Grand Hall will be a stunning statue of
T'Challa, the Black Panther: King of Wakanda, devoted son and
beloved brother sworn to protect his kingdom — and the Disney
Destiny.
The transformative Grand Hall will be a living theater where
heroes and villains from across the Disney universe take center
stage and interact with guests in thrilling ways. Complete with a
dazzling stage and 360-degree lighting effects, this kinetic
environment will come to life throughout every voyage with
immersive shows and interactive programming featuring favorite
characters from Disney, Marvel and beyond.
Just off the Grand Hall on decks four and five, guests will
write their own vacation legends at Saga, a central hub for
daytime family activities and adult-exclusive evening
entertainment. The two-story, state-of-the-art venue will host a
variety of interactive shows and events in an elevated environment
that also takes cues from the architecture of Wakanda. Charged with
an electric atmosphere of possibility, Saga will be the more
dramatic counterpart to the ethereal Grand Hall.
Supreme Location, Strange Libations
The
Sanctum will be Disney Cruise Line's first lounge inspired
by the powerful sorcerers and mystical artifacts of Marvel Studios'
"Doctor Strange." The centrally located entertainment parlor will
host a variety of activities throughout the voyage, offering guests
a magical array of cocktails, spirits and coffees.
Like all Sanctums, this venue will contain mystical items
designed to aid sorcerers in protecting the world. Guests will
discover unique surprises from Doctor Strange's New York Sanctum,
including a circular mirror behind the bar that evokes the
building's iconic window.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Ship Decorator?
For the
first time in Disney Cruise Line history, a Marvel Super Hero will be the signature stern
character on the Disney Destiny, a hallmark design feature
that represents the theme and personality of each Disney ship. The
larger-than-life sculpture will showcase Spider-Man and his
Spider-Bots, who are making a well-meant, if a bit haphazard,
attempt at decorating the filigree on the back of the ship.
Tony Stark-Approved Luxury
In true Iron Man style, the
Destiny Tower Suite will take the Disney Destiny motif
to new heights — literally. This Marvel-inspired penthouse will
honor Iron Man's mighty legacy with a luxurious take on the sleek,
industrial designs of Tony Stark.
Here, armor-like materials and mechanical elements will be balanced
by soft, inviting finishes to create an opulent experience
exclusive to the Disney Destiny.
Set high in the ship's forward funnel, this one-of-a-kind suite
will offer incredible views of the top deck and beyond through an
expansive two-story window. With nearly 2,000 square feet of living
space, the Destiny Tower Suite will comfortably sleep eight guests
and feature designated areas for eating, sleeping and playing, as
well as other perks like a full kitchen and private ensuite
elevator.
Guests staying in the Destiny Tower Suite and all
concierge-level accommodations guests will receive a premium level
of dedicated service and access to exclusive areas and amenities,
including the well-appointed Concierge Lounge and
private sun deck. On the Disney Destiny, the lounge will be
outfitted with fanciful art pieces that celebrate the Avengers,
Earth's Mightiest Heroes, inspired by the sophisticated styling of
their home base in Manhattan. This hero-worthy retreat will be
the perfect place to relax, sip a cocktail, and enjoy complimentary
food and beverage throughout the day.
It's Time to Save the Galaxy (Again)
The Disney
Destiny will also feature two guest-favorite experiences from the
Disney Wish and Disney Treasure, inspired by the stories and
characters of the Marvel Universe.
Worlds of Marvel, Disney Cruise Line's Marvel-themed
dining experience, will host guests for an out-of-this-world
celebration starring the lively duo of Rocket and Groot from the
blockbuster Marvel Studios "Guardians of the Galaxy" films. During
a tribute to the many Super Heroes of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
who keep the world safe, Groot will take over the proceedings and
bring the festivities to the next level like only he
can, organizing the ultimate surprise party for his friend
Rocket — just in time for dessert. The story will unfold onscreen
as guests eat to the beat of an "awesome mix" of hit songs and test
their knowledge of the Marvel Universe with trivia and activities
for the whole family.
In Disney's Oceaneer Club, kids ages 3 to 10 will become the
heroes of their own epic Disney adventures at Marvel Super Hero
Academy, a high-tech Avengers headquarters where young
"recruits" are trained to be the next generation of Super Heroes
alongside some of their favorite Avengers.
A Ship Destined for Marvelous Adventures
The Disney
Destiny will be approximately 144,000 gross tons and powered by
liquefied natural gas. Its delivery is part of a multi-year
expansion of the Disney Cruise Line fleet that includes the Disney
Wish and Disney Treasure; the Disney Adventure that will homeport
in Singapore; the recently
announced agreement with Disney and Oriental Land Co., Ltd. (OLC)
to bring Disney cruise vacations to Japan in 2029; and a new island destination in
The Bahamas: Disney Lookout Cay at
Lighthouse Point.
To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation,
guests can visit disneycruise.com, call Disney Cruise Line at
888-325-2500 or contact their travel agent.
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