Disney Cruise Line: 9 Magical Moments in 2019
As we look ahead to 2020, let’s take a look back at nine magical moments that Disney Cruise Line celebrated in 2019. Between details released for the cruise line’s fifth cruise ship to new ports, it was definitely a year to remember!
1. Disney Cruise Line Announces Name of Fifth Cruise Ship
With much anticipation, Disney Cruise Line announced that it’s fifth cruise ship would be called the Disney Wish! It was also revealed that iconic Disney character that will adorn the ship’s stern will be Rapunzel. We were also treated to some of the first images of the ship including it’s three-story atrium.
2. Second Disney Cruise Line-Exclusive Private Island Announced
Also announced in 2019 was the addition of a second private island exclusive to Disney Cruise Line. The island is located in the Bahamas on the beautiful island of Eleuthera. Once open, it will be a unique destination rooted in Bahamian culture and imbued with Disney magic.
3. Introduction to Captain Minnie
2019 also meant the introduction of Captain Minnie to Disney Cruise Line! New youth programs and the funding of scholarships designed to empower girls and young women to pursue career paths in the cruising industry were also debuted.
4. Magical New Spaces Aboard the Disney Wonder
The Disney Wonder debuted a new look in 2019 including an exciting New Orleans-themed lounge that transports guests into the heart of the city’s iconic French Quarter, a sleek new place for teens and, a redesigned café for adults.
5. Marvel and Star Wars Day at Seas
Just like previous years, 2019 meant the return of Marvel Day at Sea and Star Wars Day at Sea. The cruises that include itineraries to the Bahamas and Caribbean combine the magic of Disney Cruise Line vacation with special day at sea filled with unique character encounters, live shows and action-packed entertainment.
6. Captain Marvel Premieres on Disney Cruise Line
Guests sailings on select Disney Cruise Line sailings in 2019 were the first to come face-to-face with Captain Marvel. She made her debut during Marvel Day at Sea itineraries on the Disney Magic.
7. First Round-Trip Itinerary from Rome and Seven New European Ports-of-Call
For the first time ever, Disney Cruise Line introduced a round-trip cruise from Rome and visits to seven new ports, including destinations in Sweden, France, Spain, Denmark and Northern Ireland.
8. More New Orleans Sailings and Disney Cruise Line’s Return to Greece Announced
Disney Cruise Line announced this year that it would once again be sailing out of New Orleans in 2021. (It’s inaugural season for 2020 was first announced in 2018.) It was also announced that Disney Cruise Line would be once again sailing to the Greek Isles in the Summer of 2020 after a five year hiatus.
9. Disney Cruise Line Awards and Accolades
Just like in previous years, Disney Cruise Line was the recipient of several awards and accolades including:
- No. 1 Best Cruise Line for Families” and “No. 1 Best Cruise Line in the Caribbean” in the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Cruise Lines rankings
- “No. 1 Brand for Customer Service” in Newsweek’s America’s Best Customer Service Awards
- “No. 1 Top Large Cruise Line in the World” in Condé Nast Traveler’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards
- “No. 1 Ocean Cruise Line among those carrying 2,200 passengers or more” in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards
- “Top Cruise Line Private Island” in the Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards
What a magical year for Disney Cruise! And, since it’s Disney, you can bet that much more magic is on the horizon for 2020!
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