DISNEY ANNOUNCES PIXAR-THEMED CRUISES

Pixar comes to Disney Wonder
(Credit: Disney Cruise Line)

Movie-goers have been amazed, inspired and entertained by Pixar movies like "Toy Story,"  "Finding Nemo" and "Cars." Now Disney Cruise Line has announced four Pixar-themed cruises, beginning Sept. 16, aboard the Disney Wonder. Each seven-night cruise will depart from Los Angeles and travel the coastline of California. Among the featured activities and offerings, the press release cited these:

•  Pixar Presentations and Sneak Peeks: Artists and filmmakers from Pixar Animation Studios will provide guests with an inside look at the creative process used in the development of an animated feature or short. Guests will go behind the scenes and explore the making of Pixar’s newest release “Brave” and get a look at footage of future Pixar films.
  

• The Art of Pixar: Storyboards, character sketches, environment paintings, maquettes and other inspiring concept art used to design Pixar films will be on display in a special art exhibition at sea. This collection of art has only been seen outside of Pixar Animation Studios when it has been displayed at leading art museums around the world. This time the art will truly be a “traveling” exhibition as the Disney Wonder sails up and down the California coast.

• Pixar Film Fest: Guests will be able to enjoy the entire Pixar library of films while onboard, including a selection of delightful animated shorts. Viewing opportunities will take place in the Buena Vista Theatre, Walt Disney Theatre, at the jumbo LED screen on deck or on in-stateroom televisions. The voyages coincide with the theatrical premiere of “Finding Nemo 3D,” which guests can enjoy at either of the two theatres equipped with state-of-the-art Dolby 3D projection systems.

• Pixar Character Encounters: More than a dozen Pixar characters will meet with and greet guests throughout the cruise. There will be a special Pixar-themed dance parties in the Atrium Lobby and a host of other opportunities for guests to reconnect with their favorite Pixar pals.   

"Guests sailing on the Pixar-themed voyages will also receive a commemorative lithograph created by Pixar artist and “Brave” co-director/screenwriter, Steve Purcell."

Rates for the seven-night voyages start at $799 per person for a deluxe inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.