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The Sorcerer's Apprentice Season 6: ODYSSEY
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Outbound
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Suchomimus
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Stanza II - Fantasmic 2000
With just over 2 days left in the second Stanza, let's take some time for some behind the scenes info! Our plan is for each stanza (or most stanzas) to have a Fantasmic 2000 post that shares some fun facts and info about the making of this competition by @Outbound @PerGronStudio and me! It can also serve as a convenient reminder that the current stanza is almost done haha.
Alternate Themes for the Season
For Stanza 2's Fantasmic 2000 post, I'm gonna talk a bit about some of ideas that were discussed for the theme/story for Season 6 before Odyssey with the spy theme was established!
That's it for Stanza II's Fantasmic 2000! Next week we'll have a new topic for some more BTS info. If there's anything you're interested in learning about, let us know!
With just over 2 days left in the second Stanza, let's take some time for some behind the scenes info! Our plan is for each stanza (or most stanzas) to have a Fantasmic 2000 post that shares some fun facts and info about the making of this competition by @Outbound @PerGronStudio and me! It can also serve as a convenient reminder that the current stanza is almost done haha.
Alternate Themes for the Season
For Stanza 2's Fantasmic 2000 post, I'm gonna talk a bit about some of ideas that were discussed for the theme/story for Season 6 before Odyssey with the spy theme was established!
Before there was much serious discussion, some (mostly) joking suggestions were tossed out during branstorming!
These ideas didn't get far beyond the name/posters haha.
As we started discussing things for real, we realized that there was a small issue with working in the ever growing SAU: Many of the parks people are most familiar with (WDW and DL) have had a ton of projects in them already. That turns the most popular parks for armchair imagineering into parks that require players to do a fair amount of research before even starting! One way to help with that was the archive of SAU projects we wrote up. Plus the posts recapping it @spacemt354 volunteered to write in the SAU Experience App thread before the season began.
Another way to combat the amount of research for working in the SAU stateside was to mot spend much time stateside. We wanted to pick a theme that lent itself to a more international setting!
The first idea to gain traction was Sorcerer's Apprentice Far From Home! This would keep the Marvel theme going from Homecoming and Endgame before it. Plus give it an international feel. You can see the traces of this initial idea in the Trailer and theme song for this season. Both of which feature an edit of the Far From Home Logo reveal from the trailer! We move away from this theme to help avoid SA from just becoming "The Marvel Comp." Also, because the Marvel ties in season 4 were mostly coincidental or accidental rather than an actual intentional trend. There's still some S.H.I.E.L.D. and Marvel stuff present in this season though.
Another vaguely Marvel idea was to start with alternate universes! The SAAU! The Sorcerer's Apprentice Alternate Universe! Possibly (with the blessing of their hosts) projects in the "universes" of other imagineering games like SYWTBAI or OLS or Great Movie Ride. Give us some freedom from the more cluttered parts of the SAU and let us do some unique stuff. But in the end, we definitely wanted an international theme!
This lead to a Carmen Sandiego parody! Didn't get far past a logo, but got us on a right track. And helped inspire the postcards mini-game as a feature of the season following Yensid and Figment on their vacation!
Another idea around this time was Sorcerer's Apprentice Season 7: The Search for Season 6! Another idea that didn't make it far past the name lol.
We then started thinking of a mystery theme. Having the artifacts recovered from Maleficent's vault be stolen and have players join Horace Horsecollar's detective agency to track them down!
One possible evolution of that theme that was discussed was having Fox characters be the villains! And in the end, they just wanted love and to be accepted in the Disney canon.
But neither of those quite felt right...
We took the missing artifact concept and tied it to a spy theme of trying to hack into Maleficent's Codex to track down the unrecovered artifacts! The Fox IP being villains evolved into L.A.N.D. being full of forgotten and unloved Theme Park IPs. And with that Sorcerer's Apprentice Season 6: Odyssey was born!
These ideas didn't get far beyond the name/posters haha.
As we started discussing things for real, we realized that there was a small issue with working in the ever growing SAU: Many of the parks people are most familiar with (WDW and DL) have had a ton of projects in them already. That turns the most popular parks for armchair imagineering into parks that require players to do a fair amount of research before even starting! One way to help with that was the archive of SAU projects we wrote up. Plus the posts recapping it @spacemt354 volunteered to write in the SAU Experience App thread before the season began.
Another way to combat the amount of research for working in the SAU stateside was to mot spend much time stateside. We wanted to pick a theme that lent itself to a more international setting!
The first idea to gain traction was Sorcerer's Apprentice Far From Home! This would keep the Marvel theme going from Homecoming and Endgame before it. Plus give it an international feel. You can see the traces of this initial idea in the Trailer and theme song for this season. Both of which feature an edit of the Far From Home Logo reveal from the trailer! We move away from this theme to help avoid SA from just becoming "The Marvel Comp." Also, because the Marvel ties in season 4 were mostly coincidental or accidental rather than an actual intentional trend. There's still some S.H.I.E.L.D. and Marvel stuff present in this season though.
Another vaguely Marvel idea was to start with alternate universes! The SAAU! The Sorcerer's Apprentice Alternate Universe! Possibly (with the blessing of their hosts) projects in the "universes" of other imagineering games like SYWTBAI or OLS or Great Movie Ride. Give us some freedom from the more cluttered parts of the SAU and let us do some unique stuff. But in the end, we definitely wanted an international theme!
This lead to a Carmen Sandiego parody! Didn't get far past a logo, but got us on a right track. And helped inspire the postcards mini-game as a feature of the season following Yensid and Figment on their vacation!
Another idea around this time was Sorcerer's Apprentice Season 7: The Search for Season 6! Another idea that didn't make it far past the name lol.
We then started thinking of a mystery theme. Having the artifacts recovered from Maleficent's vault be stolen and have players join Horace Horsecollar's detective agency to track them down!
One possible evolution of that theme that was discussed was having Fox characters be the villains! And in the end, they just wanted love and to be accepted in the Disney canon.
But neither of those quite felt right...
We took the missing artifact concept and tied it to a spy theme of trying to hack into Maleficent's Codex to track down the unrecovered artifacts! The Fox IP being villains evolved into L.A.N.D. being full of forgotten and unloved Theme Park IPs. And with that Sorcerer's Apprentice Season 6: Odyssey was born!
That's it for Stanza II's Fantasmic 2000! Next week we'll have a new topic for some more BTS info. If there's anything you're interested in learning about, let us know!
Suchomimus
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The official trailer for A24’s The Lighthouse starring William Dafoe and Robert Pattinson
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Outbound
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Correct! It plays throughout the movie.
Disney Dad 3000
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The alternate universe pulling in other comps projects history would be interesting, and research heavy for the hosts. Though it could make for a inventive twist to the WDW parks worldwide. If nothing else you could pick and choose projects from those comps that get pulled into some vortex to be a part of the SAU but wouldn't necessarily alter whats happened in it by only using park expansions or new parks from those comps that don't conflict with what's in the SAU space wise. Or maybe that's just a whole other comp that's not created yet down the road. Ha.
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Yeahhh there would've been a lot of specifics that would've had to be worked out. Would've been a lot of added research work both for hosts and players haha. But it's an interesting concept. Perhaps for a future season or different competition
JokersWild
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Since 2005 Adventures by Disney has strived to provide guests with some of the most interesting and unique travel itineraries across the world. Following the success of the company’s biggest and most recent project, Disney’s Aulani Resort, Adventures by Disney again looked in innovate and provide one of a kind experiences with its’ parent company’s attention to detail and world class service.
Naturally, Disney looked to its’ founder; namely his childhood. Wanting a unique way to explore the culture and the people that defined Walt Disney’s childhood, Adventures by Disney partnered with Disney Cruise lines to build, and operate, the seventh ship in the DCL fleet. Set to launch on its’ maiden voyage on June 1st 2021, I am pleased to present:
The Disney Pleasure is an authentic late 19th century-styled riverboat servicing the lower Mississippi River with itineraries from Memphis, Tennessee to New Orleans, Louisiana. Inspired by Walt Disney’s fascination with the works of Mark Twain, and styled in the timeless style of New Orleans’ French Quarter, The Disney Pleasure will give passengers a truly one of a kind perspective of the American South Let’s take a look at the actual ship and its’ amenities before taking a look at the cruise’s entertainment and possible itineraries.
The Disney Pleasure
The Disney Pleasure is a 418 ft long, 6 deck ship featuring 218 staterooms and is able to carry roughly 400 guests per cruise.
The outside of the ship is fairly standard for a riverboat. The ship is made entirely of wood, painted pure white. It is fairly simply themed, only featuring accents in the wood around the support poles which run all around the ship on decks 3-5, and separate stateroom verandas. “Disney Pleasure” is painted on each side of the ship in red with gold borders. The outside of the ship is also covered in popcorn lights, helping it to stand out further as it sails down the mighty Mississippi. At the stern sits the ship’s large paddlewheel, painted a deep red. The paddlewheel stands at about 20 feet tall, reaching up to the top of Deck 2. Suspended over the bow of the ship are two long platforms, which assist guests in disembarking at some of the smaller ports.
On Deck 6 directly in front of the Pilot House stands The Disney Pleasure’s iconic smokestacks. Each wrought iron smokestack stands at 30 feet tall, opening at the top with handcrafted gold-accented latticework. Between the smokestacks is a large iron sign bearing the ship’s name in large gold lettering. Another identical sign hangs at the stern, directly above the paddlewheel. At the back stands the ship’s calliope, which is played at various times throughout each cruise. Of course, being a Disney Cruise Line ship, When You Wish Upon a Star is played on the calliope each time the ship leaves port.
Now that we know what the outside of the ship looks like, let’s take a closer look at the ship’s amenities.
The Grand Promenade
Taking up much of the ship’s forward on Decks 2 and 3, The Grand Promenade serves as passengers’ introduction to the Disney Pleasure. Boarding the ship through the two suspendable docks at the bow, guests will first be greeted by a large staircase. The staircase is built of dark polished wood, and is partially covered with red and gold-accented carpeting. Two ornate brass bannisters stand on either side of the staircase. At the top of the staircase stand a pair of large dark wooden doors. Both doors are adorned with a large stained glass window depicting a golden Fleur de Lis. Directly above the door is a large sign which reads “Welcome Home” in gold lettering.
Passing through the wooden doors, passengers finally get their first look at the Grand Promenade. Passing over the faux cobblestone floor, passengers find themselves transported to the French Quarter on a summer evening. The first half of the promenade is really just a well-hidden hallway. Building facades stand on either side, though passengers will notice that the building’s windows really just look down into the more open parts of the main dining room one deck below. Looking up, passengers will notice that the promenade is two decks tall, with an ornate green-painted iron balcony wrapping around the entire enclosure, leading to some of the ship’s many staterooms. Naturally, green, purple, and gold beads hang from the balcony. Guests will also notice that the ceiling is painted and lit to look like the evening sky.
As passengers continue further down the promenade, it opens up into a small courtyard. To the left is the ship’s giftshop: Boatwright’s Mercantile. Here, passengers are able to purchase books, t-shirts, and coveted ship-exclusive pins. To the left stands the Purser’s Desk, where guests may book excursions.
At the far end Grand Promenade stands the top of The Grand Staircase which leads down to Deck 1. At the staircase’s landing is a large palladian window which looks out into the Crescent City Saloon - the primary location of the ship’s nightly entertainment which takes up much of the aft on decks 1 and 2.
Tiana’s Place
Tiana’s Place serves as the ship’s main dining room. Descending the Grand Staircase down to Deck 1 from the back of the Grand Promenade, passengers will enter the Old Man River Lounge. The lounge is really just a small sitting area where passengers can wait before being seated for dinner. White walls with gold accents, and red carpeting cover the room. Plush red velvet couches encircle the lounge’s wooden Roman column-styled supports. The walls are adorned with authentic photographs and paintings of riverboats.
The lounge is separated from Tiana’s Place by large wooden panels, each with a large window looking into the dining room. Each window features stained glass art of characters from The Princess and the Frog. Passengers enter the restaurant through a pair of large wooden doors. Both doors feature stained glass art of Tiana and Prince Naveen respectively.
The dining room is elegantly themed. High ceilings reaching up to the top of deck two on either side allow for large palladian windows which give stunning views of the Mississippi River. Gold carpeting covers the floor, and large chandeliers hang from the ceiling. Guests are seated in simple white wicker chairs. The dinner menu changes nightly and is themed based on what port the ship was docked in that day. As the ship pulls out of Memphis guests are given a menu of barbecue staples; as the ship nears New Orleans, guests may have cajun classics. Some nights, guests may be lucky enough to meet Princess Tiana herself as she checks in on her restaurant and makes sure guests are satisfied.
Crescent City Saloon
The Crescent City Saloon is the main entertainment venue on the Disney Pleasure. Passengers may enter the saloon from the opposite end of the Old Man River lounge on Deck 1. The main entrance is located directly below the Grand Staircase’s landing taking up most of the aft of Decks 1 and 2.
The saloon is one of the most ornate rooms on the ship. The main theater portion stands two stories tall, reaching Deck 2. Guests may look down into the saloon from Deck 2 from either the Grand Promenade or the aft stateroom hallways. Inside, gold wallpaper covers the walls, and the floor is covered in dark wood with a meticulously polished dance floor directly in front of the stage. The saloon’s stage is period accurate, looking fairly similar to the stage found in both the Diamond and Golden Horseshoe saloons - red velvet curtains, and white painted proscenium. Depending on the type of entertainment, the tables and chairs may be placed over the dance floor to provide comfortable cabaret-style seating for passengers.
To the left of the main stage is the saloon’s full-service bar. The bar area is only one story tall, leading to a cozier experience. Passengers are invited to pull up to the bar, or sit in one of the comfortable couches and chairs in the attached lounge. A piano stands next to the bar, and is played frequently between stage shows. To the right of the stage, in the other lower-ceilinged area, sit four poker tables. Of course, there is no money wagered, but guests are invited to take part in a friendly round or two.
The Mark Twain Library
Located directly behind The Crescent City Saloon on Deck 2, The Mark Twain Library offers sanctuary for those looking for a quiet afternoon. The library is furnished entirely in dark wood. Built-in bookshelves cover the wall, filled with books about Disney, the Mississippi, and of course the works of Mark Twain. Leather easy chairs provide comfortable seating for those wanting to read or simply relax. A phonograph stands in the corner, perpetually playing jazz. Passengers may also view a scale model of the ship, which sits in a large glass case. Between the bookshelves, multiple pieces of art hang, featuring portraits of Mark Twain, and even concept art of Tom Sawyer Island. Windows cover the far wall of the library, giving passengers a great view of the ship’s paddlewheel.
S.L. Clemons Lounge
Located at the very front of Deck 3, The S.L. Clemons lounge serves as the ship’s secondary dining location. The lounge is rather simple, with wood flooring and dark green painted walls. The front of the lounge features a massive floor to ceiling window which gives passengers stunning views of the river. Food is served buffet style and varies by time of day. A small coffee bar is also open during the morning hours, offering handcrafted coffee drinks, as well as freshly baked beignets.
Other Amenities
Other, less significant amenities include a small pool and hot tub located on Deck 6, directly behind the Pilot House. A small fitness center is also on Deck 6.
On Deck 5, at the back of the ship is a small outdoor viewing area where guests may sit in a rocking chair and relax. Of course, outdoor walkways encircle the upper decks of the ship, providing guests with multiple vantage points to watch the changing scenery.
Staterooms
Most staterooms are roughly the same, with the main differences being added verandas direct deck access, or inside staterooms. The rooms are fairly small, either featuring one queen-sized bed, or two twin beds. Aside from the beds, furniture is period-accurate, featuring wooden dressers and wardrobes. Paintings of Southern belles and plantations adorn the walls of each stateroom as well.
Deck 5 is where most of the deluxe suites are located. Each is about double the size of the standard staterooms and are able to accommodate 4 guests per room. Thematically, they’re virtually identical to the standard staterooms.
Deck 5 also features the ship’s two specialty suites, named the Walt Disney and Orleans Suites respectively. Each suite is even larger than the deluxe suites, including a full living room as well as a large master bedroom.
The Walt Disney Suite is themed to Walt’s childhood in the midwest. Pictures of Marceline, Missouri at the turn of the century adorn the walls, and a small scale model of The Lilly Belle train sits on the mantle of the suit’s (fake) fireplace.
The Orleans Suite features the same amenities as the Walt Disney Suite, but is, as the name implies, themed to New Orleans. Photos of Louis Armstrong, jazz bands, and the French Quarter hang from the cream-colored walls. The master bedroom features an ornate king-sized canopy bed.
Entertainment
Each night, the Crescent City Saloon features a different show. Let’s take a look at some examples:
.The Bayou Boys - The ship’s in-house band. Primarily a jazz ensemble, they regularly perform all around the ship. Some evenings they are the saloon’s featured performers. Guests are invited to drink, dance, and enjoy the classic Dixieland jazz through the night.
.The Princess and the Frog - A caberet-styled retelling of the Disney classic. Featuring every song from the film, this show is bound to delight passengers.
.Saloon Show - Guests are invited into the Crescent City Saloon to enjoy a night of comedy, magic, and, of course, can can dancers. Similar to the show formerly performed at Disneyland and the Magic Kingdom, the saloon show is The Disney Pleasure’s premiere entertainment experience.
Itinerary
The Disney Pleasure’s primary itinerary runs from Memphis, Tennessee to New Orleans, Louisiana. As an Adventures by Disney experience, each cruise also includes experiences the days surrounding the actual cruise in both Memphis and New Orleans. Ports of call include Vicksburg, Mississippi, Natchez, Mississippi, and Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
The Disney Pleasure stands to be not only the most unique ship of the Disney Cruise Lines fleet, but also the most unique way to experience America the way it was always meant to be - by river. Thank you to those who took the time to read this even though I'm not competing. I just thought that this was a really cool idea, and I wanted to present it, albeit in an unfortunately barebones way.
Naturally, Disney looked to its’ founder; namely his childhood. Wanting a unique way to explore the culture and the people that defined Walt Disney’s childhood, Adventures by Disney partnered with Disney Cruise lines to build, and operate, the seventh ship in the DCL fleet. Set to launch on its’ maiden voyage on June 1st 2021, I am pleased to present:
The Disney Pleasure
The Disney Pleasure is an authentic late 19th century-styled riverboat servicing the lower Mississippi River with itineraries from Memphis, Tennessee to New Orleans, Louisiana. Inspired by Walt Disney’s fascination with the works of Mark Twain, and styled in the timeless style of New Orleans’ French Quarter, The Disney Pleasure will give passengers a truly one of a kind perspective of the American South Let’s take a look at the actual ship and its’ amenities before taking a look at the cruise’s entertainment and possible itineraries.
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The Disney Pleasure
The Disney Pleasure is a 418 ft long, 6 deck ship featuring 218 staterooms and is able to carry roughly 400 guests per cruise.
The outside of the ship is fairly standard for a riverboat. The ship is made entirely of wood, painted pure white. It is fairly simply themed, only featuring accents in the wood around the support poles which run all around the ship on decks 3-5, and separate stateroom verandas. “Disney Pleasure” is painted on each side of the ship in red with gold borders. The outside of the ship is also covered in popcorn lights, helping it to stand out further as it sails down the mighty Mississippi. At the stern sits the ship’s large paddlewheel, painted a deep red. The paddlewheel stands at about 20 feet tall, reaching up to the top of Deck 2. Suspended over the bow of the ship are two long platforms, which assist guests in disembarking at some of the smaller ports.
On Deck 6 directly in front of the Pilot House stands The Disney Pleasure’s iconic smokestacks. Each wrought iron smokestack stands at 30 feet tall, opening at the top with handcrafted gold-accented latticework. Between the smokestacks is a large iron sign bearing the ship’s name in large gold lettering. Another identical sign hangs at the stern, directly above the paddlewheel. At the back stands the ship’s calliope, which is played at various times throughout each cruise. Of course, being a Disney Cruise Line ship, When You Wish Upon a Star is played on the calliope each time the ship leaves port.
Now that we know what the outside of the ship looks like, let’s take a closer look at the ship’s amenities.
The Grand Promenade
Taking up much of the ship’s forward on Decks 2 and 3, The Grand Promenade serves as passengers’ introduction to the Disney Pleasure. Boarding the ship through the two suspendable docks at the bow, guests will first be greeted by a large staircase. The staircase is built of dark polished wood, and is partially covered with red and gold-accented carpeting. Two ornate brass bannisters stand on either side of the staircase. At the top of the staircase stand a pair of large dark wooden doors. Both doors are adorned with a large stained glass window depicting a golden Fleur de Lis. Directly above the door is a large sign which reads “Welcome Home” in gold lettering.
Passing through the wooden doors, passengers finally get their first look at the Grand Promenade. Passing over the faux cobblestone floor, passengers find themselves transported to the French Quarter on a summer evening. The first half of the promenade is really just a well-hidden hallway. Building facades stand on either side, though passengers will notice that the building’s windows really just look down into the more open parts of the main dining room one deck below. Looking up, passengers will notice that the promenade is two decks tall, with an ornate green-painted iron balcony wrapping around the entire enclosure, leading to some of the ship’s many staterooms. Naturally, green, purple, and gold beads hang from the balcony. Guests will also notice that the ceiling is painted and lit to look like the evening sky.
As passengers continue further down the promenade, it opens up into a small courtyard. To the left is the ship’s giftshop: Boatwright’s Mercantile. Here, passengers are able to purchase books, t-shirts, and coveted ship-exclusive pins. To the left stands the Purser’s Desk, where guests may book excursions.
At the far end Grand Promenade stands the top of The Grand Staircase which leads down to Deck 1. At the staircase’s landing is a large palladian window which looks out into the Crescent City Saloon - the primary location of the ship’s nightly entertainment which takes up much of the aft on decks 1 and 2.
Tiana’s Place
Tiana’s Place serves as the ship’s main dining room. Descending the Grand Staircase down to Deck 1 from the back of the Grand Promenade, passengers will enter the Old Man River Lounge. The lounge is really just a small sitting area where passengers can wait before being seated for dinner. White walls with gold accents, and red carpeting cover the room. Plush red velvet couches encircle the lounge’s wooden Roman column-styled supports. The walls are adorned with authentic photographs and paintings of riverboats.
The lounge is separated from Tiana’s Place by large wooden panels, each with a large window looking into the dining room. Each window features stained glass art of characters from The Princess and the Frog. Passengers enter the restaurant through a pair of large wooden doors. Both doors feature stained glass art of Tiana and Prince Naveen respectively.
The dining room is elegantly themed. High ceilings reaching up to the top of deck two on either side allow for large palladian windows which give stunning views of the Mississippi River. Gold carpeting covers the floor, and large chandeliers hang from the ceiling. Guests are seated in simple white wicker chairs. The dinner menu changes nightly and is themed based on what port the ship was docked in that day. As the ship pulls out of Memphis guests are given a menu of barbecue staples; as the ship nears New Orleans, guests may have cajun classics. Some nights, guests may be lucky enough to meet Princess Tiana herself as she checks in on her restaurant and makes sure guests are satisfied.
Crescent City Saloon
The Crescent City Saloon is the main entertainment venue on the Disney Pleasure. Passengers may enter the saloon from the opposite end of the Old Man River lounge on Deck 1. The main entrance is located directly below the Grand Staircase’s landing taking up most of the aft of Decks 1 and 2.
The saloon is one of the most ornate rooms on the ship. The main theater portion stands two stories tall, reaching Deck 2. Guests may look down into the saloon from Deck 2 from either the Grand Promenade or the aft stateroom hallways. Inside, gold wallpaper covers the walls, and the floor is covered in dark wood with a meticulously polished dance floor directly in front of the stage. The saloon’s stage is period accurate, looking fairly similar to the stage found in both the Diamond and Golden Horseshoe saloons - red velvet curtains, and white painted proscenium. Depending on the type of entertainment, the tables and chairs may be placed over the dance floor to provide comfortable cabaret-style seating for passengers.
To the left of the main stage is the saloon’s full-service bar. The bar area is only one story tall, leading to a cozier experience. Passengers are invited to pull up to the bar, or sit in one of the comfortable couches and chairs in the attached lounge. A piano stands next to the bar, and is played frequently between stage shows. To the right of the stage, in the other lower-ceilinged area, sit four poker tables. Of course, there is no money wagered, but guests are invited to take part in a friendly round or two.
The Mark Twain Library
Located directly behind The Crescent City Saloon on Deck 2, The Mark Twain Library offers sanctuary for those looking for a quiet afternoon. The library is furnished entirely in dark wood. Built-in bookshelves cover the wall, filled with books about Disney, the Mississippi, and of course the works of Mark Twain. Leather easy chairs provide comfortable seating for those wanting to read or simply relax. A phonograph stands in the corner, perpetually playing jazz. Passengers may also view a scale model of the ship, which sits in a large glass case. Between the bookshelves, multiple pieces of art hang, featuring portraits of Mark Twain, and even concept art of Tom Sawyer Island. Windows cover the far wall of the library, giving passengers a great view of the ship’s paddlewheel.
S.L. Clemons Lounge
Located at the very front of Deck 3, The S.L. Clemons lounge serves as the ship’s secondary dining location. The lounge is rather simple, with wood flooring and dark green painted walls. The front of the lounge features a massive floor to ceiling window which gives passengers stunning views of the river. Food is served buffet style and varies by time of day. A small coffee bar is also open during the morning hours, offering handcrafted coffee drinks, as well as freshly baked beignets.
Other Amenities
Other, less significant amenities include a small pool and hot tub located on Deck 6, directly behind the Pilot House. A small fitness center is also on Deck 6.
On Deck 5, at the back of the ship is a small outdoor viewing area where guests may sit in a rocking chair and relax. Of course, outdoor walkways encircle the upper decks of the ship, providing guests with multiple vantage points to watch the changing scenery.
Staterooms
Most staterooms are roughly the same, with the main differences being added verandas direct deck access, or inside staterooms. The rooms are fairly small, either featuring one queen-sized bed, or two twin beds. Aside from the beds, furniture is period-accurate, featuring wooden dressers and wardrobes. Paintings of Southern belles and plantations adorn the walls of each stateroom as well.
Deck 5 is where most of the deluxe suites are located. Each is about double the size of the standard staterooms and are able to accommodate 4 guests per room. Thematically, they’re virtually identical to the standard staterooms.
Deck 5 also features the ship’s two specialty suites, named the Walt Disney and Orleans Suites respectively. Each suite is even larger than the deluxe suites, including a full living room as well as a large master bedroom.
The Walt Disney Suite is themed to Walt’s childhood in the midwest. Pictures of Marceline, Missouri at the turn of the century adorn the walls, and a small scale model of The Lilly Belle train sits on the mantle of the suit’s (fake) fireplace.
The Orleans Suite features the same amenities as the Walt Disney Suite, but is, as the name implies, themed to New Orleans. Photos of Louis Armstrong, jazz bands, and the French Quarter hang from the cream-colored walls. The master bedroom features an ornate king-sized canopy bed.
Entertainment
Each night, the Crescent City Saloon features a different show. Let’s take a look at some examples:
.The Bayou Boys - The ship’s in-house band. Primarily a jazz ensemble, they regularly perform all around the ship. Some evenings they are the saloon’s featured performers. Guests are invited to drink, dance, and enjoy the classic Dixieland jazz through the night.
.The Princess and the Frog - A caberet-styled retelling of the Disney classic. Featuring every song from the film, this show is bound to delight passengers.
.Saloon Show - Guests are invited into the Crescent City Saloon to enjoy a night of comedy, magic, and, of course, can can dancers. Similar to the show formerly performed at Disneyland and the Magic Kingdom, the saloon show is The Disney Pleasure’s premiere entertainment experience.
Itinerary
The Disney Pleasure’s primary itinerary runs from Memphis, Tennessee to New Orleans, Louisiana. As an Adventures by Disney experience, each cruise also includes experiences the days surrounding the actual cruise in both Memphis and New Orleans. Ports of call include Vicksburg, Mississippi, Natchez, Mississippi, and Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
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The Disney Pleasure stands to be not only the most unique ship of the Disney Cruise Lines fleet, but also the most unique way to experience America the way it was always meant to be - by river. Thank you to those who took the time to read this even though I'm not competing. I just thought that this was a really cool idea, and I wanted to present it, albeit in an unfortunately barebones way.
JokersWild
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Hey, guys. Thought that this would be a cool idea for the prompt and wanted to write it up even though I'm obviously not competing. Hope you all enjoy, and I look forward to the actual submissions!
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NateD1226
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My lawyers will be in contact with you
Disney Dad 3000
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pix
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We posted first so actually MY lawyers will be contacting YOU
- In the Parks
- Yes
Welcome to Extra Magic Hours! A new SAU tradition!
At the end of each stanza and before the next begins, a short bonus prompt will be posted for players to work on while the host's write reviews and decide on the results! These will be just for fun, so no worries if you'd rather just have the day off lol.
As an added bonus, each Extra Magic Hour prompt will feature some sort of clue to the next stanza!
Stanza II Extra Magic Hours
Imagineers, your bonus mission, should you choose to accept it, is to come up with a new nighttime show for the World Showcase Lagoon in Epcot!
A new Illuminations? Something inspired by HarmonioUS or Epcot Forever? Something entirely new? The choice is your's!
You have until Stanza III is posted (About 24-36 hours) to complete this Extra Magic Hours Prompt!
- In the Parks
- Yes
I cannot begin to describe how much fun we had as hosts watching all three teams slowly come up with and decide on the exact same name lol