Disney Shares Look Inside New Ship Where Spaces Echo Its Theme Park Attractions
By Mikelle Leow, 06 Sep 2023
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How would you like to spend a full week aboard Disney’s Jungle Cruise… inside an actual cruise ship?
The latest Disney Treasure is set to offer passengers a magical voyage inspired by the vibrant and heartfelt adventures of Disney and Pixar, complete with lovely tributes to the House of Mouse’s rides and attractions on land. To drum up excitement, Disney has shared some shining, shimmering, and splendid first-look visuals of the stories you can expect on your journey.
Remember him? Among the new venues, Plaza de Coco stands out as a theatrical dining experience themed around the beloved film Coco. Guests will enjoy live entertainment and modern twists on traditional Mexican fare while being transported into the colorful world of Miguel and his familia.
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Even more amazingly, Disney has encapsulated the not-so-small worlds of its theme parks into this vessel, with lounges emanating “the nostalgia and lore” of its famed attractions for the first time.
The Skipper Society lounge, located near the Grand Hall, brings the iconic Jungle Cruise attraction from Disney Parks to the high seas. While it may not offer a glimpse of the “backside of water,” it captures the whimsical spirit of the skippers with camp-style furnishings and subtle references to the famous ride peppered across nature-inspired motifs. A monkey-shaped chandelier, postcards, and luggage tags from exotic travels evoke playful adventures as guests navigate cocktails and snacks under an untamed canopy of jungle greenery.
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Periscope Pub, a casual hangout to wind down and watch live sports, offers a unique experience inspired by Walt Disney's 1954 film 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and the classic Disney Parks attraction. The design incorporates elements of 19th-century steampunk aesthetics, with polished metals and industrial touches, with a mysterious window looming above.
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Reminiscent of EPCOT, the Tomorrow Tower Suite promises a forward-thinking design with dynamic artwork, molten metal detailing, and abstract glass pieces. Situated high in the ship’s forward funnel, it boasts a two-story window offering panoramic views of the ocean. The one-of-a-kind suite provides nearly 2,000 square feet of living space and can comfortably accommodate eight guests. It includes areas for dining, sleeping, and playing, along with a full kitchen and private ensuite elevator.
Throughout the experience, beloved Disney characters and their adventurous stories serve as muses for reimagined spaces. The Grand Hall, the ship’s central gathering space, draws inspiration from the gilded palace of Agrabah from Aladdin.
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Two walk-up cafés, the Heihei Café and Jade Cricket Café, pay homage to brave Disney Princesses Moana and Mulan respectively. Sarabi, a central hub for entertainment, echoes the natural beauty of the far-reaching savanna in Lion King.
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The cruise’s onboard attraction, AquaMouse: Curse of the Golden Egg, “plunges” guests in the world of Mickey Mouse animated shorts and takes them on a zany misadventure into an ancient temple in search of legendary treasure with Mickey and Minnie. Suspended high above the upper decks, ride vehicles propel guests through 760 feet of winding tubes, providing breathtaking views of the ocean and the ship below.
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To satisfy sweet cravings, Jumbeaux’s Sweets, the ship’s new candy shop, takes inspiration from the popular ice cream parlor in Disney’s Zootopia. The playful pink interiors, Victorian-style architecture, and an adorable sculpture of Officer Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde create a delightful atmosphere. Families can indulge in more than 35 flavors of handmade gelato, ice cream, sorbets, specialty treats, candies, and more.
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The Disney Treasure offers 1,246 staterooms inspired by classic Disney tales of adventure. These accommodations feature custom artwork and design elements that capture the exploratory spirit of beloved Disney and Pixar films like Aladdin, Pocahontas, Up, and Encanto.
The theme park-themed Disney Treasure will embark on its maiden voyage on December 21, 2024, from Port Canaveral, Florida. Disney-land ahoy!
[via Travel + Leisure and USA TODAY, images via Disney Parks]
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