Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Ship Treasure Announces “Godparents” will be Cast Members Around the Globe. It has been an eventful few days for Disney Treasure. Saving four sailors in the open sea off the Bahamian coast, then pulling into port for the first time at it’s new home of Port Canaveral. Now we have just received Disney Cruise Line’s newest press release announcing that Cast Members will be the official “Godparents” of the ship.
The tradition of naming a godmother or godparents for a ship is a maritime tradition that involves a civilian sponsor blessing the ship with good luck and protection.
Disney Cruise Line announced today that the honorary role of “godparent” for its new ship, the Disney Treasure, will be held by The Walt Disney Company cast, crew, Imagineers and employees around the world.
The profound declaration is a heartfelt tribute to the more than 200,000 dreamers and doers who make every Disney entertainment, vacation, and at-home experience possible. Disney Cruise Line is proud to celebrate the magic makers from across the globe who have created meaningful, lifelong Disney memories for generations of families.
“At the core of everything we do at Disney are the dedicated Cast Members and employees who create the magic that brings joy to millions of people around the globe,” said Bob Iger, Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company. “That’s why we are proud to honor all Disney employees as the godparents of the Disney Treasure. This is our way of paying tribute to the dreamers and doers who continue to tell our stories in the most compelling and innovative ways.”
Fulfilling a longstanding maritime tradition, the time-honored role of a ship godparent symbolically bestows good fortune on the vessel and its travelers with a special blessing during the ship’s Christening ceremony. In 2022, Disney Cruise Line reimagined the tradition by naming all Make-A-Wish children — including past, present and future recipients — as godchildren of the Disney Wish, sister ship to the Disney Treasure.
“Every magical guest experience is the result of the collective effort of tens of thousands of Disney Cast Members, Crew Members, Imagineers, and employees,” said Josh D’Amaro, chairman of Disney Experiences. “Because of this outstanding team, Disney’s creativity, storytelling, and service continues to set the standards for the entertainment and hospitality industries around the world.”
Inspired by the theme of adventure, the Disney Treasure will feature both new and signature Disney Cruise Line experiences steeped in captivating Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and Disney Parks stories. These include an original Broadway-style retelling of “Moana;” immersive dining experiences inspired by Pixar’s “Coco” and Marvel Super Heroes; a splashtacular Mickey Mouse-themed water attraction; signature fireworks at sea; imaginative clubs for kids of all ages; and brand-new lounges inspired by the beloved Jungle Cruise, Haunted Mansion and “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea” Disney Parks attractions.
The Disney Treasure is part of a multi-year expansion of the award-winning fleet, which currently includes six ships and seven more ships on the way by 2031. The period of growth strengthens Disney Cruise Line’s role as an ambassador of Disney storytelling, bringing beloved entertainment and characters to families across the globe.
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