Disney Destiny's Hero-Themed Bow Art Unveiled as Ship Nears Completion

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The Disney Destiny
Posted: Tuesday February 11, 2025 11:23am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

The Disney Destiny is one step closer to completion as the final structural block is now in place at the Meyer Werft shipyard. With construction progressing, attention has shifted to the ship's exterior details, including the reveal of its signature bow art—an iconic design element featured on every Disney Cruise Line vessel.

For the Disney Destiny, Minnie Mouse takes center stage, striking a heroic pose in a new ensemble that aligns with the ship's "Heroes and Villains" theme. With a cape billowing behind her, Minnie's outfit reinforces the ship's design direction, which will be reflected throughout the vessel.

Continuing a long-standing Disney Cruise Line tradition, the bow art features elegant, hand-painted filigree, a design hallmark dating back to the launch of the Disney Magic. Each Disney Cruise Line ship showcases a unique, character-inspired image on its bow, and the Disney Destiny's artwork keeps that legacy alive with Minnie Mouse leading the way.

The Disney Destiny is set to embark on its maiden voyage from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on November 20, 2025. The four-night cruise will provide guests with a first look at the ship's features and include stops at both Disney Cruise Line's island destinations in The Bahamas—Disney Castaway Cay and Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.

Following the maiden voyage, the Disney Destiny will continue with an inaugural season of four- and five-night cruises to The Bahamas and Western Caribbean. Each cruise will feature a day at either Disney Castaway Cay or Disney Lookout Cay. Some itineraries will include stops at both islands, while select cruises will offer additional destinations such as Nassau, Bahamas, and Cozumel, Mexico.

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sophiewalker6 days ago

Well, something cool awaits us. Let's wait and see...

Tiggerish7 days ago

Villains Tonight was totally awesome. I loved all the original DCL shows.😓

joanna719857 days ago

Just booked the Destiny for next September! Super excited to see Hercules I wish they would have gone with Tangled! I love that show (however, I also wish they could have brought back Villains Tonight)

DCBaker9 days ago

Disney has shared a look at the completed Disney Destiny bow art: https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54320034647_27e30ab487_k.jpg

DCBakerJan 15, 2025

Disney Cruise Line says the final blocks of the Disney Destiny were put into place in late 2024 and the ship’s exterior is now structurally complete and outfitting work has begun on the interior. Here's a timelapse video showing construction footage:

Two EarsSep 24, 2024

Anyone else not loving the atrium design? dont mind the theme its just, it looks really bland and unmagical.

HoustonHornSep 03, 2024

Itineraries have been released: https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/cruises-destinations/list/#new-itineraries,disney-destiny

C33MomAug 27, 2024

I think both are good choices, though I would give the edge to the music in Mulan, I’m excited for Hercules. I wonder if Mulan will be more prominent on the ships based in Asia? I like both— would prefer Tangled, but I’m sure Frozen is just the more popular franchise still. They really should put in Hygge from the original Broadway run— one of the catchiest Disney songs ever…but not super family friendly. I think this is my biggest complaint— it doesn’t make sense with the Heroes and Villains theme, even Hyperspace Lounge would be (slightly) better with its various planets and drinks themed to Sith. They could even add a Mandalorian element and cross promote their IP. 😛

Railking55Aug 26, 2024

My grandsons love Hercules

Two EarsAug 26, 2024

Its a real pity they went for hercules over mulan. The later is just a much better story and more awesome songs. and why frozen again? Its already on two other ships. They should of used Tangled as their repeat show since its only on one. also repeating the haunted mansion bar again seems lazy. They dont even know if people will like it yet plus it does not fit with heros and villans theme.

DCBakerAug 12, 2024

Details from Disney Cruise Line about entertainment on the Destiny: When the Disney Destiny sets sail in November 2025, it will bring spaces and experiences inspired by legendary Disney heroes and villains to the high seas. Onboard, one such tale of good vs. evil will come to life when everyone’s favorite Greek gladiator takes center stage in the Walt Disney Theatre in “Disney Hercules,” an all-new, Broadway-style show developed exclusively for the Disney Destiny. The high-energy show will be filled with the celebrated songs and larger-than-life characters from the Walt Disney Animation Studios movie, presented in an all-new way. “Disney Hercules” will stay true to the story and spirit of the film while showcasing a fresh, modern adaptation tailor-made for the stage. Like the film, the Muses will be the show’s storytellers, guiding guests through this mythical tale of good vs. evil. The show will include all the beloved songs featured in the film, along with the theatrical debut of “Shooting Star.” The new musical arrangements will emphasize the iconic soundtrack’s pop and gospel influences, drawing on the production team’s extensive and diversevexperience that ranges from theatre to pop music. Guests can expect show-stopping musical numbers, incredible vocals, stunning visuals and immersive projection effects. “Disney Hercules” will be one of three stage shows coming to the Disney Destiny, along with fan- favorites “Frozen, A Musical Spectacular” and “Disney Seas the Adventure,” which features Disney and Pixar characters and signature Disney songs.

jmeAug 05, 2024

C33MomAug 03, 2024

It is separated by the glass wall from the chaos (which usually isn’t that bad) in the grand hall. I haven’t spent too much time there on Wish because I am partial to Hyperspace Lounge. I am moderately prone to motion sickness so, while we love the piano bars on the small ships, I can’t spend much time there in rocky seas and prefer mid-ship locations.