Disney Launches First New Cruise Ship In a Decade, Takes a Trip Into the Metaverse

Bob Chapek, the Chief Executive, introduced Walt Disney Co’s first-ever new 4,000-passenger cruise vessel in about a decade on Wednesday. The introduction of Disney Wish is indeed Chapek’s bright spot.

Chapek was announced as Disney’s CEO in 2020 around February and secured a three-year-long contract extension on Tuesday following recent controversies that had sparked queries regarding his tenure.

It took over six years to get the 144,000-ton Wish to the market, Chapek declared to guests during a...

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Watch: Disney Cruise Line Reveals Never-Before-Seen Video Of Its Next Ship ‘Disney Wish’

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The “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Celebration” unpacked a sleigh-full of Disney magic, including a brand-new video of the Disney Wish, which sets sail in summer 2022.

This never-before-seen digital clip showcases new details of the dazzling Grand Hall and a first look at the stunning character statue at the base of the grand staircase, an iconic Disney princess whose faith in her dreams has inspired generations to believe in the power of their own.

Who is she? You don’t have to wait until...

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Port Canaveral To Be HomePort For Two Of Disney Cruise Line’s New Vessels

The Canaveral Port Authority and Disney Cruise Line have reached a new 20-year agreement to expand operations and make Port Canaveral home for two of Disney Cruise Line’s three new ships. The new operating agreement will begin June 1, 2019, and replaces an existing Marine Terminal Agreement set to expire on December 31, 2027. It provides a 20-year primary term with two additional five-year renewals. Initially, the call guarantee remains at 150 calls, but increases to 180 calls in 2023 and up to...

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