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Pirates of the Caribbean-themed Bar, Heroes & Villains Interactive Entertainment & MORE Coming to Disney Destiny!

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  Drink Up, Me Hearties, Yo Ho At Cask and Cannon, guests will join the ranks of the “Pirates of the Caribbean” for an evening of revelry, recreation and — of course — rum. Inspired by the iconic characters and scenes from the beloved Disney Parks attractions around the world, the new pub will be an eclectic yet cozy watering hole furnished with treasures “acquired” (read: pillaged and pilfered) during the pirates’ many voyages around the globe.Visiting buccaneers will regale one another with tales of their own high seas’ adventures, cheer and jeer during live televised sporting events, and indulge in an extensive menu of rare, specialty and vintage rums and a selection of “bootlegged” brews developed specially for the venue and served straight from the barrel in true pirate style.   Be Prepared for the Chance of a Lifetime Both heroes and villains from across the Disney universe will take center stage aboard the Disney Destiny. Guests will encounter formidable foes — including Malefic

Disney Cruise Line Guests will be Dying to get into the All-NEW Haunted Mansion Parlor Onboard Disney Destiny

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  Happy Haunts Materialize Foolish mortals will be welcomed to sip spirited craft cocktails among the 999 happy haunts of Disney Parks lore at the Haunted Mansion Parlor. Reminiscent of a first-class drawing room from the classic cruise liners of the golden age, this experience — which will first debut aboard the Disney Treasure in December 2024 — will invoke inspiration from the original theme park attraction with a nautical twist exclusive to Disney Cruise Line. Exclusive to Disney Cruise Line, the Haunted Manion Parlor – which will first debut aboard the Disney Treasure in December 2024 – will invoke inspiration from the original theme park attraction and invite guests to sip crafted cocktails among the 999 happy haunts. (Disney) Exclusive to Disney Cruise Line, the Haunted Manion Parlor – which will first debut aboard the Disney Treasure in December 2024 – will invoke inspiration from the original theme park attraction and invite guests to sip crafted cocktails among the 999 happy

All-NEW AquaMouse Adventures Coming to the Disney Destiny

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  We Dare Not Stop or Waste a Drop The Disney Destiny will introduce a quirky new storyline filled with Disney Animation villains to AquaMouse, Disney Cruise Line’s signature attraction at sea — a 760-foot-long water ride towering over the upper decks of the ship. Featuring an original soundtrack written exclusively for Disney Cruise Line by Emmy award-winning composer Christopher Willis and lyricist Elyse Willis, the new show will exemplify the signature silliness of Mickey Mouse animated shorts. In “Sing a Silly Song,” Mickey and Minnie will lead guests on a seemingly ominous trek to the peak of Villain Mountain. When faced with some of the most fearsome villains of Disney Animation lore, the duo will employ a silly song — and a bit of pixie dust — to transform each chilling encounter into a wacky surprise. Guests will laugh and splash along as Queen of Hearts (“Alice in Wonderland”), Scar (“The Lion King”), Chernabog (“Fantasia”) and others find themselves in unconventionally hilari

deVilish Delights Piano Lounge will Debut on the Disney Destiny

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An evening at De Vil’s piano lounge will be a lavish affair emblematic of the bar’s namesake, the fabulously over-the-top villain Cruella de Vil of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “One Hundred and One Dalmatians” and the acclaimed 2021 live-action film. Cruella’s infamous flair for style and wickedly bold attitude will be reflected in the Hollywood Regency-inspired aesthetic of the adult-exclusive lounge, where everything will be adorned in her signature color palette of red, black and white. Amid sultry tunes from the spotted piano, guests will wind down in style with trendy martinis, chic cocktails, and glamorous wines and bubblies. One side of De Vil’s will be open to the Grand Hall, allowing guests to sit back with a drink and a prime view of the ship’s premier gathering space. Whether patrons choose to bask in Cruella’s legacy or savor the energy and entertainment of the Grand Hall, their experience at this one-of-a-kind lounge is sure to be anything but “miserable, darling.” Are y

Secrets OUT! Read All the Wizarding World Details Coming to Harry Potter’s “Ministry of Magic” in Epic Universe 2025

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In 2025, Universal Orlando Resort will debut its third captivating installment of its wildly popular Harry Potter-themed lands with  The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic  – one of five worlds coming to Universal Epic Universe in 2025. Set in wizarding Paris from Warner Bros. Pictures  Fantastic Beasts  films and the British Ministry of Magic from the  Harry Potter  film series, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic features an awe-inspiring collection of experiences that includes fantastical dining, whimsical retail, spellbinding entertainment and the most ambitious, groundbreaking ride Universal has ever created.  Book YOUR trip to Epic Universe NOW & be the first to see the “Ministry of Magic”✨  Get started HERE! Developed by the award-winning Universal Creative team and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic builds upon the global phenomenon that began in 2010 with the debut

Villainous New Spaces & Entertainment Revealed for the Disney Destiny

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  ' We’re baaaack’   with another day of exciting news unveiling the Disney Destiny! Yesterday was all about the heroes, but today we’re putting the “naughty” in “nautical notoriety” with spaces and experiences inspired by some of Disney’s most legendary schemers, scoundrels and specters. With its “Heroes and Villains” theme, the Disney Destiny will embrace the dynamic duality of every great Disney story, and the opposing forces of light and dark that drive characters to rise to their destinies. After all, there wouldn’t be any beloved heroes without cunning villains to challenge them! Disney, Pixar and Marvel characters will inspire themed venues and entertainment across the ship, including brand-new lounges celebrating Cruella de Vil and the Pirates of the Caribbean!   DeVilish Delights What’s black and white and red all over? If you think you may know the answer to this riddle, think again! On the Disney Destiny, guests can have a glamorous night on the town at  De Vil’s  piano

FIRST LOOK at Suites and Staterooms on Disney Destiny

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  Disney Cruise Line is known for having beyond-beautiful staterooms on their ships, and the newest ship, the Disney Destiny, seems to be no exception. We were given a first look at the new staterooms and suites and we have to say, we are incredibly impressed already! Among the concierge staterooms and suites will be four royal suites inspired by “Hercules” and “The Incredibles,” offering accommodations (and views!) of heroic proportions. Concierge staterooms and suites will feature artwork from Disney Animation’s “Fantasia.” The concierge Oceanview rooms are now “Concierge Solarium” suites. These staterooms will be guests’ home-away-from-home on the high seas, a luxurious retreat where families and friends can rest, reconnect, and dream of far-off places. Like every Disney Cruise Line ship, the Disney Destiny will offer spacious, comfortable, and functional staterooms that uniquely meet the needs of families. Most staterooms will feature Disney Cruise Line’s signature split-bath conce

Disney Destiny to Feature New Sweet Shop-Edna Á La Mode Sweets

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Edna Mode. Our favorite superhero fashion designer from Pixar’s “The Incredibles” films is getting her very own sweets shop aboard the Disney Destiny! Edna Mode’s lab will be transformed into a unique confectionary at the brand-new Edna Á La Mode Sweets  aboard the Disney Destiny. Inspired by the “Auntie Edna” short film, Edna’s sewing equipment will be repurposed as sweet-making devices, and the result is, shall we say…  marvelous ?! This dessert spot is sure to be a hit with your family, with handmade gelato, ice cream, cookies, candies, and specialty treats served in a space full of bolts of fabric and costume models. And while she never looks back, you might have to do a double-take of the picture-perfect sculptures of both Edna and Jack-Jack, one hard at work, one hungry for “num nums! Are you ready to book your Disney vacation? Let Kyle Vacations, an affiliate of Academy Travel, handle all the details for you!  Click here  to choose your Disney destination, fill out our quick and

New ‘The Lion King’ Themed Dining Room on the Disney Destiny

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The Disney Destiny, Disney Cruise Line’s new heroes and villains-inspired ship, is roaring to life in late 2025, and we just can’t wait to be king … and set sail! Like all Disney Cruise Line ships, the Disney Destiny will feature imaginative restaurants where you can interact with Disney stories in exciting ways … including the debut of a brand-new family dining experience exclusive to this ship. The iconic songs and legendary moments of “The Lion King” will come to life at  Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King , a first-of-its-kind dining experience celebrating the renowned music from the Walt Disney Animation Studios film that continues to transcend generations. The enchanting venue will be inspired by the African savanna, with unique depictions of animals and nature brought to life through lighting and special effects. The back wall will be lined with large windows that transform from stunning sunrises to enchanting sunsets throughout the meal, while the center of the restaurant will

“Insidious: The Further” Brings a Terrifying Realm of Darkness to Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights in an All-New Haunted House

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  “Insidious: The Further” Brings a Terrifying Realm of Darkness to Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights in an All-New Haunted House “Insidious: The Further” Brings a Terrifying Realm of Darkness to  Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights in an All-New Haunted  House Inspired by the Hit Supernatural Horror  Insidious  Film Franchise. All Event Tickets are On Sale for Halloween Horror Nights  at  Universal Orlando Resort  and  Universal Studios Hollywood Universal City, Calif., Orlando, Fla. (July 11, 2024)  –This fall, Halloween Horror Nights guests and clients will travel deeper into the paranormal dimension of tortured souls and demonic entities when they enter “Insidious: The Further,” an all-new haunted house inspired by the successful  Insidious  film franchise. The terrifying journey through the darkness is set to begin Friday, August 30 at  Universal Orlando Resort  and Thursday, September 5 at  Universal Studios Hollywood . Produced by Blumhouse Productions in associa

Now Open: Universal Orlando Resort’s Largest Daytime Parade, Universal Mega Movie Parade

Now Open: Universal Orlando Resort’s Largest Daytime Parade, Universal Mega Movie Parade Guests can watch in awe as fan-favorite films leap off the screen and onto the streets of Universal Studios Florida during  Universal Mega Movie Parade , now open at Universal Orlando Resort. The all-new parade highlights iconic movies such as  E.T. ,  Back to the Future ,  JAWS ,  Ghostbusters ,  Jurassic World , Illumination’s  Minions  and  Sing,  and DreamWorks Animation’s  Trolls  and  Kung Fu Panda . Universal Mega Movie Parade combines 13 new floats, nearly 100 performers – including dancers, skaters, stilt walkers, poi performers and more – and special effects to create a jaw-dropping experience that allows guests to relive classic film moments in a whole new way. Guests can see the colorful Caterbus with giant rainbows on the vibrant  Trolls  float, a massive 16-foot Stay Puft Marshmallow Man atop the  Ghostbusters  float, groovy Minions on a 70s dance floor across the  Minions  float, a l

Everything You Need to Know About D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event

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  Guests should get ready for three days jam-packed full of Disney magic, with the return of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event presented by Visa for 2024! We’re less than one month away from the big event, and to kick things into high gear, D23 revealed the lineup of every panel, presentation, and offering guests can experience across the Anaheim Convention Center. Get the download on D23 now. Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase, will take place on Saturday, August 10 at the Honda Center. Josh D’Amaro will welcome fans as he takes the stage with surprise stars and special guests for a live celebration of the music and creativity that power our stories and — of course — news and updates about projects in development around the world. The future is bright for Disney Experiences and this can’t-miss showcase will show fans what’s on the horizon and beyond. We’re only just getting started with everything fans can see, do, and experience August 9-11. Here’s just a small sampling of what’s