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Disney Wish, the newest Disney cruise ship, arrived at Port Canaveral early Monday morning as it prepares to finally set sail this summer.
PORT CANAVERAL, Fla. - Mickey and Minnie Mouse waved as Disney Wish, the newest Disney cruise ship, made its way through the glistening waters to its homeport.
It arrived at Port Canaveral just before sunrise Monday as it prepares to finally set sail this summer.
The cruise ship passed Jetty Park and was greeted by hundred of cast and crew members. It then proceeded to the West Turning Basin, where it is docked at cruise terminal 8.
"We have anticipated this homecoming of the Disney Wish for some time, and we know that our Port community is excited to watch her arrive at the Port," Port CEO Capt. John Murray said in a statement.
Disney Ambassador Ali Manion said the ship was constructed in Germany, and was put together in blocks, and before it made its way just 11 days ago across the sea from the Netherlands to Florida.
Mickey and Minnie wave hello as the Disney Wish cruise ship arrived at Port Canaveral, Florida, Monday morning.
FIRST LOOK: Attractions, shows, and restaurants aboard Disney Wish
An exterior view of Disney Wish, Disney's newest cruise ship (Disney handout) An exterior view of Disney Wish, Disney's newest cruise ship (Disney handout) Aboard the Disney Wish, the Grand Hall will come to life every evening with dramatic show lighting, glittering trails of pixie dust and shimmering chandelier effects. This fairytale-inspired atrium will be the enchanted gateway to everything that awaits on board the ship: fairytale worlds, heroic challenges, epicurean indulgences, thrilling adventures, galactic encounters, peaceful escapes and so much more. (Disney handout) With an all-new look and feel steeped in enchantment and inspired by dreamy Disney stories, every stateroom on board the Disney Wish will be a luxurious, peaceful retreat designed with ample room for families, plenty of storage and upscale amenities. Ninety percent of the ship’s 1,254 staterooms will offer an ocean view. (Disney handout) The Disney Wish will debut four royal suites that celebrate the gilded world of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ "Sleeping Beauty," with two Princess Aurora Royal Suites and two Briar Rose Royal Suites. Each pair includes a single-floor option and a two-story configuration, the first of their kind for the Disney fleet. (Disney handout) The Disney Wish will debut four royal suites that celebrate the gilded world of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ "Sleeping Beauty," with two Princess Aurora Royal Suites and two Briar Rose Royal Suites. Each pair includes a single-floor option and a two-story configuration, the first of their kind for the Disney fleet. (Disney handout) With an all-new look and feel steeped in enchantment and inspired by dreamy Disney stories, every stateroom on board the Disney Wish will be a luxurious, peaceful retreat designed with ample room for families, plenty of storage and upscale amenities (Disney handout) With an all-new look and feel steeped in enchantment and inspired by dreamy Disney stories, every stateroom on board the Disney Wish will be a luxurious, peaceful retreat designed with ample room for families, plenty of storage and upscale amenities. Most of the ship’s 1,254 staterooms will offer an ocean view, including 877 (70%) with a spacious verandah (Disney handout). The Walt Disney Theatre is an opulent show palace that will come alive with original Broadway-style stage productions developed exclusively for Disney Cruise Line. This elegant, 1,274-seat theater will be designed to evoke an enchanted forest, imbuing the atmosphere with a sense of magic inspired by scenes from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ legendary film "Fantasia." (Disney handout) AquaMouse is dubbed as Disney's first-ever attraction-at-sea. It's a water attraction aboard Disney Wish that will have show scenes, lightning, special effects, and 760-feet of tubes (Disney handout) Fairytale Hall is a royal trio of activity rooms where kids ages 3 to 12 will let their creativity shine at Rapunzel’s Art Studio, read and act out stories at Belle’s Library, and test newfound icy powers at Anna and Elsa’s Sommerhus (Disney handout) Aboard the Disney Wish, guests will savor an upscale suite of epicurean excellence exclusively for adults inspired by the elegant icons of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ "Beauty and the Beast. The Rose is a chic lounge at the entrance of Palo Steakhouse and Enchanté. Inspired by the fateful flower at the heart of the story, The Rose will be an idyllic setting for a pre-dinner aperitif or after-dinner cocktail. (Disney handout) Walt Disney Imagineering Lab is a first-of-its-kind opportunity for kids ages 3 to 12 to discover the secrets of world-renowned Disney Imagineers — the creative masterminds behind Disney theme parks, resorts and cruise ships — with hands-on activities and inventive experiments (Disney handout) Arendelle: A Frozen Dining Adventure is Disney’s first "Frozen"-themed theatrical dining experience that will bring the world of Arendelle to life through immersive live entertainment — featuring favorite characters like Elsa, Anna, Kristoff and Olaf — and world-class cuisine infused with Nordic influences (Disney handout) Named for the year The Walt Disney Company was founded, 1923 is an elegant celebration of the company’s legacy, paying homage to the golden age of animation and offering a tasteful tribute to its Californian heritage with dishes inspired by the state’s unique fusion of cultural flavors (Disney handout) Worlds of Marvel is the first-ever Marvel cinematic dining adventure, where guests will play an interactive role in an action-packed Avengers mission that unfolds around them, complete with a worldly menu inspired by the Marvel Cinematic Universe (Disney handout) Aboard the Disney Wish, guests will savor an upscale suite of epicurean excellence exclusively for adults inspired by the elegant icons of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ "Beauty and the Beast." Enchanté by Chef Arnaud Lallement will offer the most luxurious dining experience on board, featuring a gourmet menu crafted by a three-Michelin-starred chef and a romantic design inspired by the film’s candelabra maitre d’, Lumiere (Disney handout) Aboard the Disney Wish, guests will savor an upscale suite of epicurean excellence exclusively for adults inspired by the elegant icons of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ "Beauty and the Beast." Palo Steakhouse is an evolution of the Palo restaurant that Disney cruisers know and love, now combining the relaxed sophistication of authentic Italian dining with the classic refinement of a modern steakhouse in a genteel setting inspired by Cogsworth, the tale’s majordomo-turned-enchanted-clock (Disney handout) For the first time on a Disney ship, guests will embark on a space-jumping tour of the Star Wars galaxy at Star Wars: Hyperspace Lounge, a high-end bar styled as a luxurious yacht-class spaceship. This richly themed, immersive experience will be reserved for adults every evening, offering interactive tasting experiences and signature beverages inspired by destinations such as Batuu, Tatooine and Mustafar (Disney handout) Adults will indulge in sun-drenched serenity at Quiet Cove, a peaceful refuge dedicated to lounging, sipping and soaking. Set away from the bustle of family activities, this secluded adults-only district will feature a luxurious infinity pool, poolside bar and chic cafe (Disney handout) Marvel Super Hero Academy is a high-tech Avengers headquarters where kids ages 3 to 12 will train to be the next generation of Super Heroes with the help of their own heroes, like Spider-Man, Black Panther, Ant-Man and the Wasp (Disney handout) The ship is one with many firsts.
"We have the Aqua Mouse our first Disney attraction at sea that you can see right up there on the top of the ship and we actually have the first suite, the Wish Tower Suite, that is the first ship that is on a funnel on the ship," Manion said.
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FOX 35's David Martin is onboard the Disney Wish, the fifth cruise ship by Disney. There is first-of-its-kind suite in the ship's funnel, called the Wish Tower Suite. The two-story penthouse in the sky can sleep eight people.
"Our first themed restaurant to Frozen that’s going to be an incredible dining experience that is totally immersive and the first ever Marvel cinematic dining restaurant experience," added Yolanda Cape, VP of communications for Disney Cruise Lines.
According to the Disney Cruise Line's website, the new cruise ship will travel to Nassau, Bahamas, and Disney's private island Castaway Cay beginning in July, and will offer three- and four-night sailings to each of those destinations.
Sailings for two guests appear to begin at $1,751. Included in the price, according to the cruise line are:
- Broadway-quality shows
- Adult-exclusive activities
- Pools, waterslides and recreation
- Spacious staterooms
- Upscale, casual and 24-hour in-room dining
- Clubs for kids, tween and teenagers
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Disney plans to give a first look inside the ship on Wednesday, June 29 at 11 a.m.
The debut will feature musical performances and characters from Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars adventures.
Visit disneycruise.disney.go.com for more information and upcoming itineraries.