Disney Cruise Line Adds Experiences

Perhaps only the Walt Disney Company, with its great legacy, can do something like this.

That is, it will benefit from its most recent history. From the magical mountains of Colombia to the bustling street of New York City, the colorful worlds of two fan-favorite Disney films – Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Encanto” an Disney and Pixar’s “Soul” – have come to life for the first time on the high seas with the debut of new family-friendl experiences aboard the Disney Magic. In addition to “Encanto” themed entertainment and a “Soul”-inspired lounge, the ship’s concierge accommodations were enhanced with new themin and spacious refurbishments during a three-week dry dock project in Freeport, The Bahamas.

Here’s a closer look:

Guests can join the fantastical family Madrigal during an all-new immersive experience, “An Encanto Celebration, designed to engage families through music, crafts and storytelling. The interactive experience provides guests with a opportunity to meet and take photos with Mirabel and the family member we don’t talk about, Bruno, during thei Disney Cruise Line debut. Families can also join a spirite sing-along of beloved “Encanto” songs and create butterfly and flower crafts inspired by the film. During the show, guests ca experience a true taste of South America thanks to a selection of local Colombian beers, cocktails and sodas along with film-inspired mocktails.

Need a break or just to listen to some music? Tap into your soul The heartfelt story of “Soul” was the inspiration for the brand-new Soul Cat Lounge designed to look like Joe Gardner’ favorite music spot from the film, the Half Note Lounge. The space, located on deck three near Rapunzel’s Royal Tabl restaurant, instantly transports guests to a classic New York jazz club appointed with decorative details like brick walls wood accents and plenty of rich leather seating around a stage set for live music, so guests can grab their partners and head t the dance floor for a swinging good time each evening.

Adults can enhance their big city experience with table-sid Manhattans and martinis or choose from a selection of native brews and cocktails made with New York spirits. A fu collection of mocktails, specialty coffees and sodas are also on the menu. In addition to new drink options, guests can take bite of Little Italy with an order of zeppoles, the classic Italian pastry similar to a fried doughnut, while enjoying the live music.

The Disney Magic is currently sailing its first of three itineraries from San Juan, Puerto Rico. Beginning May 24, th ship will return to Miami for a summer of cruises to The Bahamas and Caribbean including the “Silver Anniversary a Sea” celebration in honor of Disney Cruise Line’s 25th anniversary. This fall, the Disney Magic will head west for it inaugural season sailing out of San Diego.