The Disney Wish hit the water for the first time today when it floated out of an enclosed building dock at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany.
Marking the world's first look at the newest Disney Cruise Line ship, the construction milestone was celebrated in Disney style with fireworks, musical fanfare and a special appearance by Captain Minnie Mouse.
It took about five hours and 29 million gallons (110,000 cubic meters) of water from the River Ems to flood the building dock, followed by the new ship sailing out with only three feet of clearance on either side.
The ship will sail its maiden voyage on July 14 from Port Canaveral, Florida. It will then sail three- and four-night itineraries to Nassau, Bahamas, and Disney's private island, Castaway Cay, from Port Canaveral, Florida - only an hour from Walt Disney World Resort.
The Disney Wish is the first of three new Disney Cruise Line ships to be built at the Meyer Werft shipyard through 2025. Each will be powered by liquefied natural gas and weigh approximately 144,000 gross tons.
The ship will be filled with new experiences steeped in Disney storytelling, including the first-ever Disney attraction at sea, immersive dining experiences themed to "Frozen" and Marvel, and a high-end lounge set in the Star Wars galaxy.
One of the two iconic red funnels will house a first-of-its-kind, two-story suite. It's nearly 2,000 square feet with incredible double-height ocean views.
Artwork on the ship's bow depicts Captain Minnie Mouse for the first time, solidifying her place at the forefront of the fleet's future.
Like all Disney Cruise Line ships, the exterior design of the Disney Wish is inspired by classic ocean liners and decked out in the emblematic colors of Mickey Mouse.
Topics From This Article to Explore
