The German government has stepped in to provide a potential lifeline for Meyer Werft, the shipbuilder behind many Disney Cruise Line vessels. In a new deal, detailed in a recent article by Bloomberg, both the German federal government and the state of Lower Saxony will acquire a 40% stake in
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Disney takes ownership of Disney Wish from Meyer Werft
Disney takes ownership of Disney Wish from Meyer Werft Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, Disney Wish, is now under Disney’s ownership! A ceremony was held today in Bremerhaven, Germany, as Meyer Werft signed the ship over to Disney. Related – Disney Cast Members get a first look at new Experiences
Meyer Werft Delivers Completed Disney Fantasy in Official Ceremony
>Disney Cruise Line took possession of its newest ship – Disney Fantasy – today from the Meyer Werft shipyard in a traditional maritime ceremony aboard the ship. The Meyer Werft flag was lowered, while the Disney Cruise Line flag was raised, transferring ownership from the shipbuilder to Disney. This final
It’s Not Easy Being Green?
Kermit always said “It’s not easy being green” but that was before he hopped aboard the Disney Fantasy. The Disney Fantasy hit the water outside of the Meyer Werft shipyard (Papenburg, Germany) over the weekend as construction continues on Disney’s latest ship. The exterior of the ship may be blue
Disney Fantasy Floats Out
The newest Disney Cruise Line ship, Disney Fantasy, floated out of the enclosed building dock at the Meyer Werft shipyard yesterday as fireworks filled the sky. This symbolizes one of the final stages of this ship’s construction and marks a significant milestone towards the March 31, 2012 maiden voyage. The
Disney Cruise Line Releases Annual Community Report
Recently Disney Cruise Line released its 2010 Community Report, highlighting the many ways it is actively involved in making a difference in the port communities it frequents – from Europe to the Caribbean. The report showcases how Disney Cruise Line is giving back to communities around the world, practicing environmental
Disney Cruise Line’s Best Kept Secret!
You’ve heard about Disney’s best kept secret- (Disney Vacation Club) but what you may not have heard is Disney Cruise Line’s best kept secret-Brunch at Palo! On the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder Deck 10 Aft is home to Palo. Most well known for its romantic adults only atmosphere and
Disney Fantasy Moves a Step Closer to Reality During Keel Laying Ceremony
Disney Cruise Line celebrated the keel laying of the Disney Fantasy at the Meyer Werft shipyard. This is the second of two newly-designed ships that take the family cruise experience to all new heights. Sister ship to the Disney Fantasy, Disney Dream, entered service on Jan. 26, 2011. The keel
Innovation and Technology Set Sail Jan. 26, 2011, Aboard Disney Dream on Its Maiden Voyage
When the Disney Dream sets sail on its maiden voyage on Jan. 26, 2011, guests will be able to experience cruise industry firsts in true Disney style. Here’s a sampling of the innovative fun in store: Disney Cruise Line debuts the first-ever shipboard water coaster, AquaDuck, a thrilling water flume
Disney Cruise Line: Behind the Magic
Here is a special video spot showing how every member of the family can have a magical vacation on-board Disney Cruise Line. Do you recognize anybody in this video. No it’s not me 🙂 Related articles Disney Dream Begins Journey to Completion During ‘Conveyance’ on River Ems (chipandco.com) Moms Panel:
Disney Dream Begins Journey to Completion During ‘Conveyance’ on River Ems
The Disney Dream cruise ship departed the Meyer Werft shipyard today on its conveyance down the River Ems, traveling from the ship’s inland birthplace in Papenburg, Germany to the North Sea at the port of Eemshaven, The Netherlands. The journey began with a firework display as the ship passed through
Disney Dream Has Kids-Only Magic PlayFloor
This article comes to us from AOL. Remember when youth counselors used to have kids sit in a circle and listen to a book? Well that’s probably not the option the kids will choose on the new 4,000-passenger Disney Dream. The ship, Disney Cruise Line’s first new-build in more than
AquaDuck Water Coaster on the Disney Dream
Disney Cruise Line introduces a cruise industry innovation on the Disney Dream with the debut of AquaDuck, the first-ever shipboard water coaster. Guests aboard the new Disney Dream can get swept away on the exhilarating high-speed flume ride which features twists, turns, drops, acceleration and river rapids. Stretching 765 feet
A photo tour of Disney Cruise Line’s new ship, the Disney Dream
This article and set of pictures comes to us from USA Today. hat will Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Dream, look like on the inside? USA TODAY’s Cruise Log was among a handful of cruise-focused sites to get a sneak peek of the vessel this week at the
