Disney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism Board to Bring Magical Cruise Vacations to Southeast Asia
Disney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism Board announced magical cruise vacations to Southeast Asia for the first time.
Under a recently signed Memorandum of Understanding, Disney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism Board agreed to collaborate to homeport a brand-new Disney cruise ship exclusively in Singapore for at least five years beginning in 2025.
More details about the maiden voyage, itineraries, and onboard experiences are coming at a later date.
“This is a very exciting year for The Walt Disney Company — 2023 marks our 100th anniversary,” D’Amaro said. “As part of this, Disney Cruise Line is currently undergoing an ambitious expansion with new ships and new destinations around the world. We are incredibly excited to make Singapore the home port to our seventh-launched ship, which will sail from here year-round starting in 2025.”
“We look forward to welcoming the magic of Disney Cruise Line to Singapore in 2025,” said Keith Tan, Chief Executive, Singapore Tourism Board (STB). “This is an important milestone for STB and reflects Disney Cruise Line’s strong confidence in Singapore and Southeast Asia. The new Disney cruise ship will be an attraction itself and is expected to boost the tourism sector in Singapore for many years to come.”
Cruising in Singapore and Southeast Asia
Singapore’s strategic location, world-class air connectivity, and port infrastructure make it a thriving cruise hub in Southeast Asia. This diverse region is home to over 40 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The addition of a DCL ship in Singapore has the potential to add millions of local and foreign cruise passengers across the five-year period. This includes fly-cruise passengers who arrive in Singapore by air.
This will have significant spillover benefits for the wider economy as well. These include greater demand for port and ship-related services, as well as on-ground spending in Singapore for the lifestyle and hospitality sectors.
New Disney Cruise Ship for Families in Southeast Asia
The new ship will feature innovative Disney experiences along with the dazzling entertainment, world-class dining, and legendary guest service. Guests of all ages will find dedicated spaces and activities designed just for them. Families will create unforgettable memories with beloved characters like Captain Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Disney Princesses, Marvel Superheroes, and more.
Disney Cruise Line estimates the passenger capacity of the 208,000-gross-ton ship to be approximately 6,000 with around 2,300 crew members. It will be among the first in the industry to use green methanol, one of the lowest emission fuels available.
Construction is projected be completed at the MV Werften shipyard in Wismar, Germany, under the management of Meyer Werft.
For more information about Disney Cruise Line, guests can visit disneycruise.com.
SOURCE Disney Cruise Line
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