From left: Captain of Disney Treasure, Marco Nagara; Junior Minister for Culture and Tourism, Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4); Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R6); and Minnie at the plaque exchange ceremony onboard the cruise ship today, November 27, 2024. Photo: BVIPA

Disney Treasure, Disney Cruise Line’s newest and most innovative ship, made its inaugural call to the Virgin Islands with 2978 passengers and 1713 crew on November 27, 2024. Photo: cruisemapper.com

The Treasure, Disney Cruise Line’s newest and most innovative ship, made its inaugural call to the Virgin Islands with 2978 passengers and 1713 crew.

According to the BVI Port Authority (BVIPA), in a press release, a plaque exchange ceremony onboard the ship marked the occasion, with Captain Marco Nagara, Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R6), BVI Ports Authority officials, VI Government representatives, Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) representatives and Disney’s local agent commemorated the inaugural.

The ceremony, according to the BVIPA, underscored the strong partnership between Disney Cruise Line and the VI, a marquee destination on the Treasure’s Caribbean itineraries.

The Disney Treasure is a marvel of modern cruising, offering state-of-the-art amenities, sustainability-focused features, and Disney’s signature storytelling magic. According to the BVIPA, its arrival highlights the Virgin Islands’ ongoing commitment to providing authentic and excellent experiences for cruise visitors.