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Disney Fantasy takes shape in Germany
The Disney Fantasy is nearing completion at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany. A walk-through at the yard in January enabled a sneak peek at what the ship will eventually look like.
Disney Fantasy takes shape in Germany
A pool is built around a satellite dome in an adults-only section of the Fantasy.
Disney Fantasy takes shape in Germany
Taking the "wraps" off the signage behind the guest services desk.
Disney Fantasy takes shape in Germany
Preparing part of Remy, an adults-only restaurant.
Disney Fantasy takes shape in Germany
A pool, the big-screen television and part of the water coaster on the Fantasy's pool deck.
Disney Fantasy takes shape in Germany
A paintbrush and a pencil stand in for columns on the Fantasy.
Disney Fantasy takes shape in Germany
The ship's atrium is filled with scaffolding now, but its first revenue cruise is March 31.
Disney Fantasy takes shape in Germany
The Fantasy's top decks will eventually house deck chairs, and passengers who will be flocking to pools, the water coaster and a new water feature called the AquaLab.
Disney Fantasy takes shape in Germany
At the Fantasy's Animator's Palate restaurant, a new, interactive feature involves giving diners placemats to draw on, which become part of an animated show.
Disney Fantasy takes shape in Germany
Plastic coverings protect the new seats in the Fantasy's theater. About 2,000 workers are preparing the 2,500-passenger Fantasy for a conveyance from Meyer Werft.
Disney Fantasy takes shape in Germany
Like other Disney ships, the Fantasy will feature characters from several Disney films, including Rex and Slinky Dog from the "Toy Story" movies.
Disney Fantasy takes shape in Germany
The Disney Fantasy will be christened in New York March 1.

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