DESTINATIONS CRUISE | DISNEY TREASURE


CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Disney Treasure; AquaMouse: Curse of the Golden Egg; the Haunted Mansion Parlor; sailaway party PICTURES: Disney Cruise Line; Kent Phillips; Matt Stroshane


guests will join Guardians of the Galaxy character Groot on a quest to throw a surprise party for Rocket — yes, you eat while pretending you are part of Marvel’s next blockbuster. Trivia and a soundtrack straight from the 1970s and 1980s complete the experience. Next is Plaza de Coco, a vibrant dive into Santa Cecilia where a live show based on the film Coco is accompanied by mouthwatering Mexican cuisine. If you prefer a more intimate family experience, 1923 restaurant is your jam, but for parents keen on a night away from the kids, recommend the Palo Steakhouse. It costs extra, but there’s nothing like dining in peace while savouring a delicious steak.


FAMILY FAVOURITES While Disney Treasure’s adult-only areas are a real sales opportunity for grown-up fans, there’s plenty to keep families amused too. Kids can explore the Oceaneer Club, where they are supervised by club counsellors. It’s home to Walt Disney Imagineering Lab,


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Star Wars: Cargo Bay, Mickey & Minnie Captain’s Deck, Marvel Super Hero Academy and Fairytale Hall. Youngsters can spend their days designing their very own rollercoaster or training to be a super hero. Unfortunately, I’d outgrown this magical world, as it’s meant for adventurers between the ages of three and 12. The ship features a range of watering holes. One of my favourites was the Haunted Mansion Parlor – based on the popular park attraction and film, it’s a first for the cruise line. The bar offers ghostly cocktails with names such as The Chilling Challenge and Happily Ever After. I was also rather partial to the stylish Scat Cat Lounge, inspired


BOOK IT A seven-night sailing on Disney T reasure starts at £1,891 cruise-only, departing from


Port Canaveral on September 20, calling at Cozumel, Mexico; George Town, Grand Cayman; Falmouth, Jamaica; and Disney’s Castaway Cay. Prices are per person based on two adults sharing a Standard Inside Stateroom on a full-board basis, including taxes, fees and port charges. disneytravelagents.co.uk


by the 1970s animated film The Aristocats. The venue showcases a jazz pianist and serves drinks in elegant Turkish teacups. And I can’t forget the Periscope Pub, themed after the Disney classic 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. The decor makes passengers feel as if they are inside a submarine, while enjoying drinks designed for sailors, rather than for seabed explorers.


SHOW AND SELL The final instalment of my sea adventure was The Tale of Moana at the ship’s theatre, making me one of the first people to see this amazing Broadway-style production at sea. I got lost in the story on so many occasions, most notably when the spectacular and imposing


Te Kā puppet moved across the stage and transformed into goddess Te Fiti right before my eyes, leaving the entire audience in awe. The show is an emotional


rollercoaster, bringing tears of both sadness and joy. I sang along to the familiar show tunes and, at the end, jumped to my feet, clapping and cheering. When I eventually got back to my Aladdin-themed stateroom, I found it to be incredibly spacious, boasting a bath and shower with separate toilet, ample wardrobe space and a sweet little balcony with two comfy chairs. One of the best parts? Everything was easy to use, including labels on the switches so there was no chance of accidentally turning off the lights while trying to draw the blinds! With the curtains closed and the lights dimmed, I realised that the greatest treasure I found on this voyage wasn’t gold or jewels – it was the laughter and memories crafted from every whimsical adventure on board this magical ship.


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