Disney Cruise Line opens new dedicated terminal in Fort Lauderdale
Disney Cruise Line opened a dedicated cruise terminal at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., with a commitment to base one Disney ship in Fort Lauderdale year-round for the next 15 years, with a second seasonal ship starting in 2025.
The new terminal will support Disney Cruise Line’s expansion with new ships (Disney Wish, Disney Treasure, and Disney Adventure) and a new private island (Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point).
At Disney’s Fort Lauderdale cruise terminal, families will “dive” under the sea into the world of Disney•Pixar’s “Finding Nemo,” with Nemo, Dory, and more friends from the film displayed on colorful murals designed by artists from Walt Disney Imagineering.
“The grand opening of our new dedicated terminal is an incredible milestone as we embark on the largest expansion in our cruise line’s history,” said Sharon Siskie, senior vice president and general manager of Disney Cruise Line.
Disney Cruise Line Community Investments
In recognition of Disney Cruise Line’s arrival at Port Everglades, Disney announced community investments in Junior Achievement South Florida and Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County. The donations will support a variety of initiatives, including programs that inspire career exploration, innovation, and storytelling.
“Being a good steward in the port communities where Disney Cruise Line operates is so important to us. We’re proud to continue to invest in local youth programs that help empower and inspire the next generation of dreamers in Broward County,” Siskie said. Collaboration with these organizations will also provide Disney Cruise Line cast and crew, both on land and at sea, with the opportunity to volunteer as mentors and engage with local students through various educational programs.
Disney Cruise Line’s donation to Junior Achievement of South Florida will support the JA Career Bound and JA Pre-Apprenticeship programs, including a special marine service technician track that educates students about the maritime industry, marine basics and engine fundamentals. Their donation to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County will help strengthen and support several of the organization’s initiatives, such as the Youth of the Year program.
Sailings from Fort Lauderdale
The Disney Dream will begin sailing from Port Everglades on Nov. 20, 2023, followed by the Disney Magic on May 9, 2024, offering guests the opportunity to sail on a mix of three-, four- and five-night cruises to tropical destinations in The Bahamas and the Caribbean.
Photo by Dave Parfitt
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