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Yesterday β€” 9 January 2025Main stream

See inside Disney's new $57,000-a-week penthouse cruise suite, as the company bets big on floating vacations

empty bedroom on Disney Treasure's Tomorrow Tower Suite
Disney Cruise Line's new Disney Treasure cruise ship has a 1,970-square-foot Tomorrow Tower Suite that can sleep up to eight guests.

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  • Disney Cruise Line's sixth ship, Disney Treasure, set sail in late 2024.
  • Its most luxurious Tomorrow Tower Suite has a private elevator, four bedrooms, and a spiral staircase.
  • The suite starts at about $57,440 for a family of four.

If you're a Disney cruise fan with a genie, consider using one of your three wishes on a stay in Disney Treasure's Tomorrow Tower Suite.

Otherwise, expect to pay more than $57,000 for the luxury marine penthouse.

Disney Cruise Line's newest ship, Disney Treasure, set sail in December 2024, marking the sixth vessel to join the entertainment powerhouse's fleet. Don't expect the company to slow down β€” its popular cruise arm plans to double its fleet over the next six years.

It's no wonder fans of the brand have been indulging in its floating theme parks. Treasure is filled with amenities referencing Disney films and rides.

If you fondly remember the Jungle Cruise ride, grab a drink at the themed Skipper Society lounge. If you're a "Zootopia" fan, grab an ice-cream cone from Jumbeaux's Sweets.

If you love Walt Disney World's Epcot, consider booking Disney Treasure's Tomorrow Tower Suite.
spiral staircase in the Tomorrow Tower Suite on the Disney Treasure
Disney Treasure's Tomorrow Tower Suite was inspired by Epcot.

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The two-story suite's unconventional art, metal accents, and glittering stained glass are callbacks to Epcot. It's also about 1,970 square feet, making it Disney Treasure's largest and most luxurious cabin.

With luxury comes a hefty price tag.
library room in the Tomorrow Tower Suite on the Disney Treasure
The library's sofa can pull out into a queen bed.

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The ship is spending its inaugural year operating weeklong Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral, Florida.

The suite starts at about $57,440 for a family of four (about $22,625 per adult and $5,660 per child), as per a sailing in late November.

To compare, inside cabins on the same voyage start at $7,330.

The price for the high-end Tomorrow Tower is relatively steep. Yet, it's already been booked for several of Disney Treasure's coming voyages.

The luxe accommodation is perched in the ship's funnel β€” off of a private elevator, no less.
composite of Disney Treasure Tomorrow Tower Suite's living room with couches, large windows
The Tomorrow Tower Suite's primary living area has a dining table, bar, and lounge.

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The front door opens to a cozy living space with a lounge, dining table, and bar, all bathed in light from the adjacent two-story floor-to-ceiling window that overlooks the ship's top deck.

Use the motorized sheer or blackout curtains for more privacy. Or, enjoy the sun with a pick-me-up from the coffee maker or a soda from the stocked bar.

Keep a chilled bottle in the bar's wine cooler and snacks in the pantry's refrigerator.

No need to hand-clean any post-grazing dishes β€” the expansive pantry also has a dishwasher.

Take the spiral staircase to the upstairs bedrooms.
kids' bunk bed room in the Tomorrow Tower Suite on the Disney Treasure
The children's bedroom has bunk beds and a constellation-like ceiling.

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The penthouse can sleep up to eight people with its two primary bedrooms (both with walk-in closets), a children's room with bunk beds, and a library with a queen mattress.

Expect a sumptuous slumber courtesy of the down duvets, 1,000-thread-count Frette cotton linens, and pillows of your choice, courtesy of the "pillow menu."

The living room and bedrooms all have their own TVs and bathrooms.
bathroom in the Tomorrow Tower Suite on the Disney Treasure
Disney Treasure has four-and-a-half bathrooms with amenities like Frette bath towels and luxury toiletries.

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The primary bedrooms' restrooms are especially luxurious, outfitted with dual sinks, bathtubs, and rain showers.

No need to share β€” visitors can use the downstairs guest bathroom.

Guests also receive perks exclusive to those vacationing in the ship's Concierge-level cabins.
composite of a pillow menu and an empty bed
Guests staying in Concierge-level cabins get perks like a pillow menu.

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This includes a team to help book nursery or spa services and a private lounge with a pool and two hot tubs.

Ultra-luxury, one-of-a-kind suites have become popular picks in new floating resorts.
People in a two-story room with a red slide.
The Ultimate Family Townhouse on Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas can sleep up to eight guests.

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Similar to the Tomorrow Tower Suite, several of Royal Caribbean's new mega-ships have a distinctive two-story family suite with amenities like a slide, air hockey table, and butler-like Royal Genie.

The aptly named Ultimate Family Townhouse on the cruise line's one-year-old Icon of the Seas had been reserved for most of 2024 β€” for an average cost of $100,000 a week.

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Before yesterdayMain stream

We toured Disney's newest cruise ship. These are its 11 coolest amenities, from a Jungle Cruise lounge to 'Moana' and 'Mulan' cafΓ©s

13 December 2024 at 07:01
Disney Treasure at sea
Disney Cruise Line's coming 4,000-guest Disney Treasure has several firsts for the brand, including some amenities exclusive to adults.

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  • Disney Cruise Line plans to double its cruise ship fleet over the next seven years.
  • Its newest ship, Disney Treasure, is scheduled to launch in late December.
  • These are Disney Treasure's 11 coolest amenities.

It's time to grab your Mickey-printed swimsuit: Disney Cruise Line is bringing back the magic of its movies and theme parks to the high sea with its sixth cruise ship, the coming 4,000-guest Disney Treasure.

Treasure might look familiar if you've been aboard its sister ship, Disney Wish. To stand out from its predecessor, the new 1,119-foot-long vessel has several newly designed amenities, including a new water ride and a sweets shop inspired by the one in Zootopia.

Business Insider toured the ship ahead of its maiden voyage in late December. These are its 11 coolest features, including several adults-only experiences.

1. The new 'Coco'-themed restaurant makes dining as fun as going on a Disney ride.
Disney Treasure Plaza de Coco restaurant
Plaza de Coco is one of Disney Treasure's new restaurants.

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Plaza de Coco's dining tables surround a stage, creating a dinner-and-a-show experience.

The venue hosts two different performances depending on the day, so there is no need to fear repeating a show if you go twice.

(BI previewed one of the shows and can confirm it's pretty entertaining for kids and adults.)

2. 'Zootopia' comes to life with a new sweets store.
Disney Treasure Jumbeauxs Sweets
Jumbeaux's Sweets is a "Zootopia" themed sweet shop.

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If you've seen "Zootopia," you might remember store owner Jerry Jumbeaux Jr. and his Jumbeaux Cafe.

On Disney Treasure, the talking elephant's ice cream parlor comes to life with Jumbeaux's Sweets, a dessert shop with various treats and more than 31 ice cream and gelato flavors.

3. Treasure has several adult-only venues.
Sarabi lounge on the Disney Treasure
The Sarabi lounge is adult-only at night.

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Disney is best known for being a family-friendly brand. That doesn't mean adults must be surrounded by children throughout their vacation.

For example, "The Lion King"-inspired Sarabi lounge has a variety of family activities during the day. At night, it becomes an adult-only venue with live shows.

2 restaurants are grown-up-only, too.
Palo Steakhouse on the Disney Treasure
Palo Steakhouse has Italian-inspired fare.

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Palo Steakhouse, also available on Disney Wish, features Italian fare and a design inspired by "Beauty and the Beast"'s Cogsworth.

Disney bills the EnchantΓ©, a "Beauty and the Beast"-inspired French restaurant, as the most luxurious dining experience on board. Its menu was created by Arnaud Lallement, the chef and owner of the three-Michelin-starred restaurant L'Assiette Champenoise in Paris.

The two restaurants meet at The Rose, another adult-only lounge.

4. The Skipper Society lounge brings Disney's beloved Jungle Cruise ride to sea.
Skipper Society, a lounge on Disney Treasure
The Skipper Society has themed drinks.

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The thematic lounge serves light snacks and beverages. Foliage hangs from the ceiling, and themed drinks (like the non-alcoholic Jungle Juice or the boozy Piranha Punch) can be enjoyed at the bar or private booths.

5. Treasure has a new steampunk and submarine-inspired Periscope Pub for a true 'at sea' experience.
Periscope Pub on the Disney Treasure
You'll feel like you're under the sea in the Periscope Pub.

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The watering hole is a first for the cruise line, inspired by the 1954 Disney flick "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" and the Disney Parks ride that shut down in 1994.

Here, guests can again eat, drink, and catch up on the news and sports.

The full menu includes burgers and wings, specialty cocktails, and several beers on tap.

6. The ship's 1,256 accommodations are decorated with subtle references to "Up" and "The Lion King."
Disney Treasure Oceanview Stateroom
An oceanview stateroom aboard Disney Treasure.

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Interior staterooms make up more than 120 of these accommodations.

For a more luxurious option, pick one of the 76 premium concierge cabins, which includes access to an exclusive sun deck.

7. One of the largest cabins is a two-story, about 2,000-square-foot suite with a private elevator.
Disney Treasure Tomorrow Tower Suite
One of the king-sized bedrooms in the Tomorrow Tower Suite and a view of the living area.

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The ultra-luxe Tomorrow Tower Suite sleeps up to eight people across its four bedrooms, one of which has a specialty bunk bed designed for children.

8. Two informal cafΓ©s themed on beloved Disney heroines flank the atrium.
Disney Treasure- Jade Cricket Cafe
Jade Cricket Cafe offers coffee, tea, specialty beverages, and snacks.

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The atrium has its own stage. For a mid-show pick-me-up, head to the Heihei or Jade Cricket cafΓ©s.

The former is inspired by "Moana's" fictional island of Montuni, named after the title character's rooster sidekick, while the latter is a callback to "Mulan."

9. Yes, the ship has a Disney ride.
AquaMouse water ride on Disney Treasure
The AquaMouse is Disney Treasure's new water attraction.

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The two-person AquaMouse: Curse of the Golden Egg water ride brings travelers through 760 feet of tubes on a quest to follow Mickey and Minnie Mouse into an "ancient temple."

10. 2 Disney Wish fan favorites are available on its sister ship.
Interior of the Worlds of Marvel restaurant on the Disney Treasure
The Worlds of Marvel restaurant on Disney Treasure.

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Both vessels offer Worlds of Marvel, an interactive Marvel-themed restaurant, and Wonderland and Never Land Cinemas, a luxurious theater where guests can watch recently released movies.

11. 'Moana' comes to life with a new live production.
Disney moana show on the treasure ship
The set from Disney Treasure's new "Moana" show.

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Like other Disney cruises, travelers on Treasure can see their favorite movies adapted in live theater.

Other Disney ships feature a live production of "Beauty and the Beast" β€” Treasure's new show is based on "Moana."

If life at sea with Disney is calling out to you, sailings on the Treasure start at $3,931 for its seven-night itineraries in 2025.

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