Iron Man himself can be christening the brand new Disney Cruise Line in Singapore. Academy Award-winning actor Robert Downey Jr. has formally been appointed because the godparent for the Disney Journey, Disney Cruise Line’s latest and largest ship. The vessel can be crusing on its maiden voyage from its dwelling port in Singapore subsequent month.
Downey’s function because the genius, billionaire, playboy and philanthropist Tony Stark/Iron Man stays the center of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the highest-grossing movie franchise of all time. His character’s cinematic journey as Iron Man culminated in Avengers: Endgame. Downey was named an official Disney Legend in 2019 and is ready to star as Physician Doom in Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Doomsday, in theaters Dec. 18.
“Our new ship continues Disney Cruise Line’s custom of bringing nice tales to life at sea, and we’re honored that Robert Downey Jr., who has guided audiences by way of unforgettable Marvel tales, is the official godparent for the Disney Journey,” mentioned Josh D’Amaro, Chairman, Disney Experiences and incoming Chief Government Officer of The Walt Disney Firm.
“It’s not possible to explain the majesty of the Journey, and to be its godparent is an honor. As the most important ship within the Disney fleet, a gargantuan blessing should be bestowed … I’ll do my darndest,” Downey mentioned.
The Disney Journey brings greater than 100 years of Disney storytelling to life throughout seven themed areas, together with a number of Marvel experiences.
At Marvel Touchdown on the highest decks, company can have the last word Tremendous Hero journey on Tony Stark’s Ironcycle Take a look at Run, the primary curler coaster on a Disney Cruise Line ship and the longest of its variety at sea. Within the open-air Disney Creativeness Backyard space, the “Avengers Assemble!” dwell stage manufacturing will function jaw-dropping stunts and particular results throughout an action-packed battle of Marvel Tremendous Heroes and Villains. And inside Disney’s Oceaneer Membership, the Marvel WEB Workshop invitations younger recruits to check out new Tremendous Hero go well with prototypes and conduct coaching simulations utilizing top-secret Avengers know-how.
The brand new ship provides signature Disney leisure and hospitality: character encounters; Broadway-style reveals; themed stateroom and concierge lodging; and greater than 20 eating and lounge venues that includes world-class worldwide and Asian-inspired cuisines and drinks.
The maritime custom of appointing a godparent to bless a brand new ship is a centuries-old customized believed to carry luck earlier than a maiden voyage. Try the video announcement beneath.
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