Seven themed areas inspired by Disney, Pixar and Marvel stories within the soon-to-sail Disney Adventure cruise ship have been unveiled at a presentation by Disney Cruise Line on June 26, as the company approaches the cruise ship’s scheduled launch from its Singapore homeport in 2025.
Through Disney’s expertise in storytelling, the themed areas promise character interactions with guests and unforgettable experiences.
Disney Cruise Line’s Sarah Fox (far left) and Lee Hawkins (centre), and Walt Disney Imagineering’s Laura Sanden Cabo (far right)
Disney Imagination Garden is said to be the “emotional heart of the Disney Adventure”. It is an enchanted valley, charming garden and open-air performance venue all in one, with visuals, design and experiences inspired by 100 years of Disney tales.
Disney Discovery Reef features shopping and dining opportunities “in an ethereal and ever-changing retreat” set amid nautical stories from Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios, including The Little Mermaid, Lilo & Stitch, Finding Nemo, and Luca.
Inspired by the eclectic world of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Big Hero 6, San Fransokyo Street will be a family entertainment area pulsing with the energy and atmosphere of a vibrant street market and boasting an assortment of interactive games and activities, shops, cinemas, and more.
Wayfinder Bay is an open-air poolside retreat, where relaxation and exclusive entertainment reflect the Pacific Islands-inspired artistry of Disney Animation’s Moana. This is also the venue for some of the most stunning views of the sea and sky onboard Disney Adventure.
Town Square brings Disney royals together in a fantastical forest filled with shops, lounges, cafés, restaurants and entertainment venues.
At Marvel Landing, heroes unite for fans of all ages, offering Avengers-level adventure and all-new attractions and experiences with popular superheroes.
The seventh themed area is Toy Story Place, a whimsical and interactive play land packed with thematic food venues and water play areas reflecting Pixar’s Toy Story movies and shorts.
Describing Disney Adventure as a destination in itself, Sarah Fox, vice president and regional general manager, Asia with Disney Cruise Line, said: “Disney Cruise Line guests have always loved their days at sea, and they tell us how their time onboard is spent relaxing and being with friends and family, and most importantly, enjoying all the incredible experiences offered on our ships. And so, Disney Adventure is intentionally designed for great days at sea.”
While details of experiences to be expected have yet to be disclosed, both Fox and Laura Sanden Cabo, portfolio executive creative director of Walt Disney Imagineering – who leads the creative vision for Disney Adventure – told TTG Asia that guests can expect numerous indoor and outdoor fun, special entertainment, Broadway-level performances, and world-class dining delivered by exceptional crew.
Cabo said each of the seven themed areas are “so different and unique, and do not exist on any of our other ships in this way”.
Fox emphasised that the Disney cruise experience is perfect for all ages and multi-generation families. The ship offers dedicated spaces and clubs for kids, tweens and teens, as well as premium dining, lounge and spa experiences for grown-up cruisers.
“I have enjoyed Disney Cruise Line with my extended family – my mum and dad, husband and kids. Our cruises are the kind of vacation where everyone can really enjoy everything onboard,” opined Fox.
Disney Adventure will offer three- and four-night voyages around Asia. However, travel trade and cruise fans will have to hold their breath a little longer for further information on sailing dates, pricing, and booking processes. Fox said these would be released progressively this year.
Meanwhile, the marketplace can get a hint of what to expect from existing Disney Cruise Line sailings.
“Many of our world-class restaurants are included (in the fare), and there are some select restaurants that come with an incremental charge. There are also beverage, photography and spa packages, along with other additive elements that guests can take up at their discretion,” said Fox in an interview with TTG Asia.
Cabo pointed out that the majority of entertainment onboard are included, while guests wanting premium experiences can opt for the Concierge programme.
Fox found interest from travel trade partners to be “tremendous”. She acknowledged the importance of the trade network, and shared that the cruise line’s director of sales has been “out in the region making important connections – many of which we already have as a Disney company”.
Travel agents are supported by a commission structure.
As for target markets, Fox said Disney Adventure would “drive inbound tourism and fly-cruise tourism in Singapore”, adding that the ship would expect guests from the top performing source markets that Singapore already has, like China, Indonesia, and India. With Singapore regarded as an Asian travel hub, Fox also expects to see interest from Australian, Thai and South Korean travellers.
Concluding, Fox said the new ship would “give us more flexibility to bring the magic of a Disney Cruise Line vacation to new global destinations”.
“This will include the opportunity to provide an avenue for MICE-related group bookings as well, and we look forward to group enquiries.”
Seven themed areas inspired by Disney, Pixar and Marvel stories within the soon-to-sail Disney Adventure cruise ship have been unveiled at a presentation by Disney Cruise Line on June 26, as the company approaches the cruise ship’s scheduled launch from its Singapore homeport in 2025.
Through Disney’s expertise in storytelling, the themed areas promise character interactions with guests and unforgettable experiences.
Disney Imagination Garden is said to be the “emotional heart of the Disney Adventure”. It is an enchanted valley, charming garden and open-air performance venue all in one, with visuals, design and experiences inspired by 100 years of Disney tales.
Disney Discovery Reef features shopping and dining opportunities “in an ethereal and ever-changing retreat” set amid nautical stories from Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios, including The Little Mermaid, Lilo & Stitch, Finding Nemo, and Luca.
Inspired by the eclectic world of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Big Hero 6, San Fransokyo Street will be a family entertainment area pulsing with the energy and atmosphere of a vibrant street market and boasting an assortment of interactive games and activities, shops, cinemas, and more.
Wayfinder Bay is an open-air poolside retreat, where relaxation and exclusive entertainment reflect the Pacific Islands-inspired artistry of Disney Animation’s Moana. This is also the venue for some of the most stunning views of the sea and sky onboard Disney Adventure.
Town Square brings Disney royals together in a fantastical forest filled with shops, lounges, cafés, restaurants and entertainment venues.
At Marvel Landing, heroes unite for fans of all ages, offering Avengers-level adventure and all-new attractions and experiences with popular superheroes.
The seventh themed area is Toy Story Place, a whimsical and interactive play land packed with thematic food venues and water play areas reflecting Pixar’s Toy Story movies and shorts.
Describing Disney Adventure as a destination in itself, Sarah Fox, vice president and regional general manager, Asia with Disney Cruise Line, said: “Disney Cruise Line guests have always loved their days at sea, and they tell us how their time onboard is spent relaxing and being with friends and family, and most importantly, enjoying all the incredible experiences offered on our ships. And so, Disney Adventure is intentionally designed for great days at sea.”
While details of experiences to be expected have yet to be disclosed, both Fox and Laura Sanden Cabo, portfolio executive creative director of Walt Disney Imagineering – who leads the creative vision for Disney Adventure – told TTG Asia that guests can expect numerous indoor and outdoor fun, special entertainment, Broadway-level performances, and world-class dining delivered by exceptional crew.
Cabo said each of the seven themed areas are “so different and unique, and do not exist on any of our other ships in this way”.
Fox emphasised that the Disney cruise experience is perfect for all ages and multi-generation families. The ship offers dedicated spaces and clubs for kids, tweens and teens, as well as premium dining, lounge and spa experiences for grown-up cruisers.
“I have enjoyed Disney Cruise Line with my extended family – my mum and dad, husband and kids. Our cruises are the kind of vacation where everyone can really enjoy everything onboard,” opined Fox.
Disney Adventure will offer three- and four-night voyages around Asia. However, travel trade and cruise fans will have to hold their breath a little longer for further information on sailing dates, pricing, and booking processes. Fox said these would be released progressively this year.
Meanwhile, the marketplace can get a hint of what to expect from existing Disney Cruise Line sailings.
“Many of our world-class restaurants are included (in the fare), and there are some select restaurants that come with an incremental charge. There are also beverage, photography and spa packages, along with other additive elements that guests can take up at their discretion,” said Fox in an interview with TTG Asia.
Cabo pointed out that the majority of entertainment onboard are included, while guests wanting premium experiences can opt for the Concierge programme.
Fox found interest from travel trade partners to be “tremendous”. She acknowledged the importance of the trade network, and shared that the cruise line’s director of sales has been “out in the region making important connections – many of which we already have as a Disney company”.
Travel agents are supported by a commission structure.
As for target markets, Fox said Disney Adventure would “drive inbound tourism and fly-cruise tourism in Singapore”, adding that the ship would expect guests from the top performing source markets that Singapore already has, like China, Indonesia, and India. With Singapore regarded as an Asian travel hub, Fox also expects to see interest from Australian, Thai and South Korean travellers.
Concluding, Fox said the new ship would “give us more flexibility to bring the magic of a Disney Cruise Line vacation to new global destinations”.
“This will include the opportunity to provide an avenue for MICE-related group bookings as well, and we look forward to group enquiries.”