This week’s news roundup was dominated by Disney Cruise Line, but there are some exciting Disney theme park news stories to share with you as well!
There’s a lot to look forward to in the weeks and months to come. We’re officially less than one month away from the start of Disneyland’s 70th anniversary celebration, and later next month, a busy summer begins at Walt Disney World with the debut of two new stage shows.
Disney Cruise Line Reveals New Details From the Disney Destiny
This week’s leading story is a series of announcements made from Disney Cruise Line! Progress continues to be made on the Disney Destiny, which will have her maiden voyage on November 20, 2025. Ahead of the ship’s arrival at Port Everglades, Disney Cruise Line announced a series of updates on what passengers can expect in terms of dining, entertainment, shopping, and much more.
We got a glimpse at The Sanctum, the first-ever Doctor Strange-themed lounge for Disney Cruise Line.
The lounge will serve an assortment of themed beverages and food items.
We also got a first look at Hero Minnie, who will greet guests onboard!
Disney Cruise Line unveiled some new details about the staterooms, including a first look at some of the artwork that will hang in the rooms:
When it’s time to eat, one of the rotational dining offerings is Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King. We got a look at some of the menu items this week!
A first look at some of the Disney Destiny-themed merchandise available for purchase onboard the ship was also revealed.
For a full breakdown on what to expect on the Disney Destiny, you can check out my complete guide on everything that has been announced thus far!
READ MORE: EVERYTHING WE KNOW ABOUT DISNEY CRUISE LINE’S NEW SHIP, THE DISNEY DESTINY
V.I.Passholder Days To Return To Walt Disney World This Summer
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will want to mark May 14 on their calendar. That’s when V.I.Passholder Days will return to the resort, running through July 31.
The lineup of special Annual Passholder-exclusive offerings is similar to years past, including a new complimentary Annual Passholder magnet, special limited-time discounts, and the return of a Passholder Lounge. More details will be unveiled in the days leading up to the start of this summer’s V.I.Passholder Days.
READ MORE: WHAT’S COMING TO DISNEY WORLD THIS SUMMER
Details Unveiled For New Additions Coming To Disneyland Paris
This week marked the 33rd anniversary of the opening of Disneyland Paris. To celebrate, Disney unveiled new details for some of the new additions making their way to the resort.
Perhaps the most anticipated addition was announced last summer at the D23 Disney Fan Event in Anaheim, California. The first-ever immersive world themed to Walt Disney Animation Studios’ The Lion King is coming to Disney Adventure park, with work set to begin this fall. The world will include a new water flume attraction featuring Audio-Animatronics figures, special effects and three slopes.
This week, Disney unveiled the first piece of concept art depicting the interior of the attraction:
That’s not the only new addition making its way to Disneyland Paris. A new spinning carousel swing attraction themed to Pixar’s Up is coming to Disney Adventure Park.
Disney Sequoia Lodge, one of the resort hotels at Disneyland Paris, will also undergo an “ambitious refurbishment” starting in 2026.
For a full list of updates on what’s to come at Disneyland Paris, check out Disney Parks Blog.
READ MORE: LOOK BACK ON EVERY DISNEY EXPERIENCES ANNOUNCEMENT FROM LAST SUMMER’S D23 DISNEY FAN EVENT
Disney Adventure Prepares For Float Out Milestone
Disney Cruise Line is launching two new ships in 2025. One month after the Disney Destiny has its maiden voyage, the Disney Adventure will debut in Singapore. It will be the first Disney Cruise Line ship with a homeport in Asia.
Inching closer to its debut, the Disney Adventure will achieve a major construction milestone — float out — this weekend. Disney Cruise Line teased the accomplishment on social media with the doors opening in Wismar, Germany, where the ship is being built.
A float out ceremony takes place shortly after the vessel first touches water. Since ships are built on a dry dock, it’s an important milestone in the construction process when the ship actually floats in water for the first time! The Disney Adventure embarks on its maiden voyage on December 15, 2025.
