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Latest Updates From the Disney Treasure: Disney Treasure Tests Out New Ship’s Horn
Welcome to the official ship’s log for the Disney Treasure! Follow along for an exclusive look into the complex ship building process as we document all the important milestones of the Disney Treasure’s journey. The Disney Treasure’s story began with the start of construction in January of 2023 and has continued to evolve ever since. Return here for the latest developments in the Disney Treasure’s progress as the world patiently waits for Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship to officially set sail in 2024. The adventure is just beginning!
In harbors across the world, passengers and passersby always know when a Disney Cruise Line ship is embarking by its distinct ship horn salute, which artfully combines the nostalgia of beloved Disney stories with the centuries-long maritime tradition of sending audio signals to communicate.
This week, as the Disney Treasure journeys across the Atlantic Ocean, the team tested out seven new arrangements of familiar Disney melodies in preparation for its inaugural season this December. Several of the new ship horn sounds were chosen to complement the daring tales that will be found onboard the Disney Treasure, while others capture the ship’s motif of adventure. Future Disney Cruise Line guests will soon hear the Disney Parks’ classic, “Grim Grinning Ghosts,” a nod to the Haunted Mansion Parlor; “Remember Me” from the Pixar Animation Studios film, “Coco,” honoring the theatrical dining restaurant, Plaza de Coco; and “A Whole New World” from the Walt Disney Animation Studios film, “Aladdin,” a tie to the ship’s Grand Hall. The team even created a special holiday composition for this year’s holiday season. Can guests guess what the other new ship horns will be?
Yesterday, the Disney Treasure embarked on its transatlantic journey from Eemshaven, Netherlands to its future home in Port Canaveral, Florida. With over 4,500 miles between the Disney Treasure and its destination, the trip will take two weeks to complete. The ship’s first ever port of call will be the beautiful city of Funchal, Portugal, where it will make a brief stop before heading back out to sea. During the crossing, final preparations will be made to ready the ship for its maiden voyage on December 21.
It’s official! Today marked the final construction milestone for the Disney Treasure: the delivery ceremony in Eemshaven, Netherlands. Welcoming the Disney Treasure to the Disney Cruise Line family and celebrating this milestone were the dedicated team members, shipyard workers and the Meyer Werft team.
Guests may be wondering, what is a delivery ceremony? Well, this time-honored maritime tradition marks the transfer of ownership between the shipyard partner, Meyer Werft, and Disney Cruise Line.
And now, the countdown is on! The Disney Treasure is one step closer to welcoming families onboard for their own adventures at sea, beginning on December 21, 2024.
Make way for the Disney Treasure! Today, the Disney Treasure completed another milestone when it was guided by tugboat down the Ems River from Meyer Werft shipyard toward open water for the first time. The ship made its way passed waving spectators, who lined the river’s shores to celebrate its departure. During the next few days, the ship will go through a series of rigorous tests, known as sea trials. The captain of the Disney Treasure, Captain Marco, will step onboard to help oversee the trials and ensure the Disney Treasure is ready for its upcoming transatlantic journey.
This Ship’s Log entry is authored by Josh D’Amaro, Chairman of Disney Experiences.
“After an amazing experience at D23 a few weeks ago, where we announced the addition of four new ships to our Disney Cruise Line fleet, I had the opportunity to travel to Toronto, Canada and visit the Disney Cruise Line and Disney Live Entertainment teams in rehearsal for the newest stage show, “Disney The Tale of Moana.”
This is the first theatrical adaptation of Moana, and I’m proud of the attention that we’re putting on the story – as well as on the culture of the Pacific Islands. This is a brand-new show that will debut on board the Disney Treasure, setting sail for the first time later this year.
This rehearsal facility is impressive. With 52,000 square feet of space, including 19 studios, this facility has been the home to more than 150 casts prior to shows and other entertainment debuting on board our ships.
Despite not having costumes, sets, makeup, props or lighting in the rehearsals yet, it’s easy to see that this new show is going to be incredible, and I can’t wait for you to see it.”
