Disney Unveils Major Expansion Plans at D23: New Cruise Ships and Themed Lands Ahead

Josh D'Amaro, Chairman of Walt Disney Experiences, announced significant expansion plans at the D23 fan convention. These include four new cruise ships and six new themed lands, with attractions like Disney villains, Avengers Campus, 'Avatar,' and 'Monsters, Inc.' The company also revealed its $60 billion capital investment plan aimed at enhancing attractions and cruise line capacity.

At the D23 fan convention, Walt Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D'Amaro revealed ambitious expansion plans, including four new cruise ships and six new themed lands.

The plans feature a Disney villains land at Magic Kingdom in Orlando, a doubled Avengers Campus in California, and new attractions from a partnership with Epic Games.

The announced expansions, part of a $60 billion investment, include 'Avatar' and 'Encanto' experiences, and significant updates to Disneyland in Anaheim, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom. The cruise fleet will expand with new ships launching from 2027 to 2031.

(With inputs from agencies.)