• Disney’s largest cruise ship, Disney Adventure, will sail out of Singapore in December.

• Disney CEO Bob Iger said it’s a chance for Disney’s IP to “float” into the Southeast Asia market.

• The ship will have several attractions, including the “longest roller coaster at sea.”

Disney’s betting big on Asia.

CEO Bob Iger said Disney Adventure, the company’s largest ship to date, is a real chance to expand into the Southeast Asian market. During Disney’s Q3 earnings call, he described Disney Adventure as a floating ambassador for the company’s intellectual property.

“This will give us an opportunity to basically sell, or float, the Disney brand in all of its glory into a region that we think has huge Disney brand affinity,” Iger said during Disney’s Q3 earnings call.

Disney Cruise Line has become an increasingly integral to the company’s experiences division. It earned $347.3 million in profits last year, a notable step up from the $180.5 million earned in 2023. Disney Adventure is the seventh ship in Disney Cruise Line’s fleet after Disney Wish set sail in 2022 and Disney Treasure in 2024. It can house an estimated 2,500 crew members and 6,700 passengers.

Passengers on Disney Adventure will spend three to four nights immersed in their favorite Pixar, Marvel, and Disney stories. Disney Adventure, which sets sail on December 15, is dedicated to sea days.

Here’s a look at Disney Adventure.

Wayfinder Bay is one of seven themed areas on Disney Adventure.

Disney went all in when designing its first cruise ship with a homeport in Asia. Disney Adventure houses seven themed areas: Disney Imagination Garden, Town Square, San Fransokyo Street, Toy Story Place, Disney Discovery Reef, Marvel Landing, and Wayfinder Bay.

Wayfinder Bay is an outdoor space inspired by Disney’s “Moana” that features a bar and wading pool. The pool area doubles as a performance venue where guests can watch live shows like “Moana: Call of the Sea.”

Take a splash in Disney Discovery Reef.

Disney Discovery Reef, a themed area in the back of the ship, draws from films like “The Little Mermaid” and “Finding Nemo” to explore the company’s underwater stories.

This area features numerous shopping and food options for guests, including Palo Café, a coffee bar inspired by the coastal town in Pixar’s “Luca.”

Marvel fans can also find Cosmic Kebabs, a restaurant serving pitas and kebabs inspired by Marvel’s “Ms. Marvel.”

The Avengers are on display at Marvel Landing.

Disney Adventure is bringing Marvel superheroes to the sea.

Marvel Landing is on the ship’s upper deck, where three attractions are available to guests: Groot Galaxy Spin, Pym Quantum Racers, and Ironcycle Test Run.

Ironcycle Test Run is Disney’s first-ever cruise ship roller coaster. It’s also the “longest roller coaster at sea” at over  820 feet long, according to the company.

Woody and the “Toy Story” gang hang out on the upper deck.

Fans of Disney’s “Toy Story” franchise will feel right at home on Disney Adventure.

Toy Story Place is a water wonderland for families with several options, including Sunnyside Family Pool, the Flying Saucer Splash Zone, and whirlpools. The area also welcomes passengers to zoom down Woody and Jessie’s Wild Slides.

San Francisco meets Tokyo in an area inspired by “Big Hero 6.”

Disney Adventure will feature an area that combines the “vibrant energy” of Tokyo with the “laid-back charm of San Francisco” in a nod to “Big Hero 6.”

Passengers can visit San Fransokyo Street to catch a film at Baymax Cinemas or participate in an immersive training simulator at the Big Hero Arcade.

They can also stop by Duffy and Friends Shop and enter the Duffy and Friends Discovery Quest, which asks passengers to use clues to find lost items and potentially win a prize.

Disney Adventure has multiple dining options for passengers.

The cruise ship has two entertainment restaurants, including Hollywood Spotlight Club, where passengers can dine while interacting with Disney characters like Daisy Duck and Mickey Mouse.

Other options include the Enchanted Summer Restaurant, inspired by Disney’s Tangled and Frozen films, and Pixar Market Restaurant, which pays homage to the studios’ films.

Mowgli’s Eatery, Stitch’s ‘Ohana Grill,  Bewitching Boba and Brews, and Mike & Sulley’s — Flavors of Asia are also places to try.

Disney Adventure has venues geared for adults.

Although Disney Adventure offers family fun, specific venues were made for the 18+ crowd.

Palo Trattoria is an adults-only Italian restaurant between Disney Discovery Reef and Wayfinder Bay.

Inspired by the “Peter Pan” villain Captain Hook, Buccaneer Bar is a lounge where adults can unwind and relax.

Watch a production or two at the Walt Disney Theatre.

The Walt Disney Theatre will put on two productions for passengers on Disney Adventure.

“Remember” is a musical starring the robots from Disney-Pixar’s “Wall-E” and other characters.

“Disney Seas the Adventure” is a musical featuring songs and characters from Disney’s catalog.

The theatre is in Town Square, which is inspired by Disney’s vast collection of princesses and fairy tales.

Sweat it out with Baymax in the Disney Imagination Garden.

The Disney Imagination Garden, another themed area, features a stage with three deck screens.

Among the interactive shows appearing on that stage is the Baymax Super Exercise Expo, a musical exercise show inspired by “Big Hero 6.”

Passengers can also watch shows like Captain Jack Sparrow & the Siren Queen and Mickey’s Color Spin Dance Party.

After a long day, get some sleep in one of Disney Adventure’s staterooms.

Disney said most staterooms include a split-bathroom concept, elevated bed frames, and a menu highlighting essentials for families with small children.

“Each stateroom will feature thoughtful amenities, family-friendly conveniences and special Disney touches,” the company said in a blog post.

Passengers looking for a particularly elegant trip can take advantage of the concierge experience, which offers exclusive perks like priority boarding.

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PORT CANAVERAL, Fla. – The world’s largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean’s “Star of the Seas,” arrived at Port Canaveral, Florida, for the very first time on Saturday morning. 

‘Welcome home’

What we know:

The cruise ship sailed past Jetty Park with a water cannon tugboat escort before docking at the recently renovated Cruise Terminal 1 on Aug. 9.

The new, 248,663-ton Icon Class ship will operate a series of special showcase voyages and be officially named by legendary music icon Diana Ross before launching seven-day eastern and western Caribbean sailings from the port at the end of this month.

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Star of the Seas offers a wide range of amenities, including 40 bars, restaurants and lounges, and family-friendly features, including the largest water park at sea, an ice skating rink, laser tag, an escape room experience and expansive play areas for children of all ages. 

Among the ship’s more than 2,800 staterooms are several suite options accommodating up to nine guests. The vessel has 20 decks and is capable of carrying more than 5,000 passengers.

The star is split into eight unique neighborhoods, each with a different feel. People can chill in the Aquadome or enjoy the greenery in Central Park before hitting the hay.

‘Blown away’

What they’re saying:

Stewart Chiron, “The Cruise Guy” cruise expert, said Royal Caribbean crafted the ship for family vacations full of fun.

“It’s like a floating theme park,” he said. “When people go on this ship, they’re going to be blown away just by the sheer magnitude of everything. Until you see one of these icon class ships, you aint seen nothing yet.”

“It almost looks like a moving building,” Bob Carroll, a cruiser excited about the new ship, says. “It’s huge, but it is beautiful. Give it a go, you’ll have a good time.”

‘Star-Studded Sailabration’

What you can do:

Port Canaveral cruise fans, visitors and the Port community at large are invited to a wave-out event called a “Star-Studded Sailabration,” on Saturday, Aug. 16 at Jetty Park.

The event coincides with the afternoon departure of Star of the Seas from Port Canaveral. 

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Festivities kick off at 3:30 p.m. and will feature food trucks, themed giveaways, a DJ and more. 

Attendance at the event is free, but parking passes for Jetty Park are required and should be purchased in advance.

‘Star of the Seas’ to boost local economy

Dig deeper:

With cruise demand on the rise nationally, officials say the ship’s arrival will bring significant economic growth to Florida’s Space Coast.

The economic impact is expected to ripple throughout the region, benefiting hotels, transportation companies, port workers and nearby tourist attractions. Port Canaveral earns fees with each ship’s arrival, while support services create jobs and attract spending. Local families also benefit from the convenience and cost savings of departing from a nearby port, especially when avoiding expensive airfare.

This morning marked a significant milestone for Disney Cruise Line as the Disney Destiny floated out of the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany. The event drew shipyard workers, Disney Cruise Line representatives, and onlookers excited to see the newest ship in Disney’s fleet make its debut by touching water for the very first time.

The float-out is a maritime tradition that signals the end of the main construction phase. The Disney Destiny, part of the Wish-class series, now moves into the next stage, outfitting the interiors with Disney’s signature blend of storytelling, technology, and guest comforts. Over the coming months, crews will install dining venues, entertainment spaces, staterooms, and themed areas designed to immerse guests in favorite Disney stories.

Like its sister ships, the Disney Destiny will offer Broadway-style shows, imaginative kids’ clubs, adults-only retreats, and a variety of dining experiences. While Disney has not yet revealed all of the ship’s features, fans can expect surprises inspired by some of Disney’s most beloved characters and films.

The float-out also marks the beginning of preparations for sea trials, where the ship will be tested in open waters to ensure everything operates smoothly. Once complete, the Disney Destiny will make its way to its homeport and welcome its first guests.

The ship’s maiden voyage is embarks on November 20, 2025, giving Disney Cruise Line fans just a few months to anticipate her debut. With her arrival, the Destiny will join the Disney Wish, Disney Treasure, and other fleet favorites, bringing even more magical vacation options to families around the world.

For Disney Cruise Line, today’s float-out isn’t just about a new ship; it’s about continuing the tradition of delivering unforgettable adventures at sea. The Disney Destiny is well on its way to becoming part of that story.