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New 2012 Disney Cruise Line Cruises 04/06/2011
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For the first time ever, Disney Cruise Line will set sail from three new ports in 2012 – New York, Seattle and Galveston – making the Disney family cruise vacation more accessible around the country. There are also more itinerary choices than ever before, including one special voyage to Hawai‘i.

As an exclusive benefit to our guests who are Disney Cruise Line Platinum/Gold Castaway Club Members, bookings will open via phone at 8 a.m. EDT on Thursday, April 7, 2011. All other guests we can start booking at 8 a.m. EDT on Friday, April 8, 2011.  Call us at 877-918-8941 to book.

New York Disney Cruise Line Sailings
Beginning May 25, 2012, the Disney Magic® will sail a total of 20 cruises from New York.

  • 8-night Bahamian cruises include a day at Disney’s Castaway Cay and a stop at Port Canaveral, gateway to the Walt Disney World® Resort. As part of this itinerary, you will receive a one-day Park Hopper® Ticket and roundtrip transportation between the ship and resort.
  • 5-night Canadian/New England cruises will visit Halifax, Nova Scotia, and Saint John, New Brunswick.
  • 2-night cruises are perfect for guests looking for a quick getaway at sea over a weekend.
Seattle Disney Cruise Line Sailings
Beginning May 28, 2012, the Disney Wonder® will sail a total of 14 cruises to Alaska from the Port of Seattle, Wash.

  • 7-night Alaskan cruises will call on Tracy Arm, Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan plus Victoria, British Columbia.
Galveston Disney Cruise Line Sailings
Beginning Sept. 22, 2012, the Disney Magic will sail 12 cruises from the Port of Galveston, Texas.

  • 7-night Western Caribbean cruises will visit Costa Maya and Cozumel in Mexico, as well as Grand Cayman.
Los Angeles Disney Cruise Line Sailings

In addition to 7-night Mexican Riviera cruises, the Disney Wonder will set sail on Disney’s first-ever voyage to Hawai‘i on April 29, 2012.

  • 15-night Hawaiian cruise departs from the Port of Los Angeles and includes stops at Hilo; Kahului, Maui; Honolulu, Oahu; Nawiliwili, Kauai and Ensenada, Mexico.
  • 7-night Pacific Coast cruises will call on San Francisco, San Diego and Ensenada, Mexico.
The Disney Dream™ will continue to sail 3-, 4- and 5-night Bahamian cruises. The new Disney Fantasy™ will offer Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries, beginning with the maiden voyage on March 31, 2012. Sail dates for both ships are now available through December 2012.

For more information about booking your 2012 Disney Cruise Line vacation, call us at 281-380-3437 or visit us online!


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Disney Cruise Room Service Top Picks 02/09/2011
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Isn't eating fun?  I love cruising due to the all inclusive dining opportunities!  On a Disney cruise you will not only get to experience amazing rotational dining where you get to enjoy a new themed restaurant each night, but you are able to order room service 24 hours a day....yes,you read that right...24 hours a day!! I just love that! When I cruise, I make a habit of ordering room service at least once a day.  Here are my top picks of items you must try on your next Disney cruise:
  • The All Hands on Deck Cheese Platter: a selection of international cheeses served with crackers
  • BLT sandwich: need I say more, I mean who doesn't like bacon!
  • Cake of the Day: it's a mystery each day so you know you have to order it just to see what you get!
  • Don't forget those big island cookies before bed! Yummy chocolate chip cookies washed down with  a glass of milk makes for a good night!
  • Always ask if Mickey Ice Cream Bars are available for room service. They do occasionally offer these for room service.
  • Order breakfast the night before and use it as your wake up call!
Next time you are on a Disney Cruise, don't forget to order room service!  Here is a more complete list of items you can enjoy from room service.

Breakfast
Your choice of the following, delivered to your room from 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.

  • Juices
    Orange, Apple, Grapefruit
  • Breads & Pastries
    Danish pastries, Fruit & Bran Muffins, Croissants, doughnuts, White/Whole Wheat Toast, English Muffin, Bagel
  • Condiments
    Assorted Jams, Honey, Butter, Margarine
  • Cold Cereals
    Served with Whole or Skim Milk or Low-Fat Granola
  • Beverages
    Whole/Skim Milk, Chocolate Milk, 100% Colombian Coffee, Decaf, Assortment of Teas
Salads and Appetizers

  • Southwestern Caesar Salad
  • Blackened Chicken Quesadila Salad
  • Mexican Tortilla Soup with Fried Tortillas
  • Chicken Noodle Soup
  • All Hands on Deck Cheese Platter
    A selection of international cheeses served with crackers
  • Fresh Fruit Bowl
Sandwich Island (potato chips upon request)

  • BLT
  • Ham/Turkey and Cheese Sandwich
  • Focaccia Sandwich
    With Grilled Zucchini Portobello Mushroom and Aioli
  • Tuna Salad (in jumbo brioche)
  • Chicken Fajita Wrap
  • Steak Sandwich
All American Fare

  • Cheeseburger
  • Hot Dog
  • Macaroni and Cheese
Chef's Specialties

  • Mexican Fiesta Pizza
  • Vegetarian Delight Pizza
  • Pepperoni Pizza
  • Meat or Vegetable Lasagna
Desserts

  • Cake at Sea (daily cake selections)
  • Big Island Cookie
  • Oatmeal Raisin Cookie
Contact us now for more information on the all inclusive nature of a Disney cruise!


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Kids Sail Free on Disney Alaskan Cruises! 01/27/2011
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Set a course for the last frontier! As part of each Alaska itinerary, you  will experience breathtaking scenery, an abundance of wildlife and the rich history and customs of Alaska’s native culture. Combined with unparalleled Disney quality and service, one-of-a-kind entertainment, immersive experiences plus favorite Disney Characters, it’s a vacation experience that every member of the family will feel was created especially for them.

Offer Details
Book a Verandah or Oceanview stateroom and kids ages 17 and under, traveling with 2 full-fare Guests in the same stateroom, SAIL FREE* on select 7-night Alaskan cruises departing between May 3 to June 7, 2011. Ask for booking code KFO.

Hurry, this offer will not last long!!

Contact us for more information!

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Disney Dream Cruise Ship Fun Facts 01/19/2011
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While watching the Christening of the Disney Dream today, I jotted down some fun facts about this amazing new cruise ship. The Disney Dream has entered into Disney's fleet with it's Maiden Voyage on January 26, 2011.

Here are some Disney Dream fun facts:
  • The ship is inspired by the classic 1930's ocean liners
  • It is 1,115 feet long
  • The Disney Dream will sail 3, 4 and 5 night cruises to the Bahamas and Disney's own private island
  • The ship can hold up to 4,000 passengers
  • It cruises at 22 knots
  • There are magical portholes in the inside staterooms that offer a real time view of the outside of the ship
  • Disney Cruise Line offers the only fireworks at sea
  • The ships fireworks show is choreographed to pirate music
  • Sorcerer Mickey, that is hanging off the back of the Dream, weighs about 2500 pounds
  • All Disney Dream cruises depart out of Port Canaveral
  • Disney Dreams signature horn melody will be "When You Wish Upon a Star" and can also play several different melodies
More Disney Cruise Line information can be found here
Contact us to book your magical cruise today!



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Disney Dream Cruise Ship in Port Canaveral! 01/04/2011
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After nearly two years of construction, the Disney Dream cruise ship arrived safe and sound into Florida this morning.  The Dream was welcomed by more than 2000 people plus a few characters!!   Crowds cheered, fireworks exploded and fans adored the ship as the Dream entered into the Port of Canaveral.  The Disney Dream will be the first in the cruise line industry to have a watercoaster that swings out over the open ocean as well as state-of-the-art interior staterooms. The interior staterooms will offer guests a virtual porthole with live feed of the view outside.  Not only will interior staterooms offer this virtual view, but Disney will enhance the view with special character appearances throughout the day!  This one of a kind experiences is sure to be a hit among Disney cruisers.

I will have the opportunity to sail on the Dream from Jan 23-Jan 26 for a media preview cruise, and I can't wait!  I will be posting pictures and updates of my cruise on Facebook and Twitter, so be sure to follow along! The maiden voyage on the Disney Dream is Jan 26th!  Don't miss out on a memorable cruise vacation, be one of the first to sail on the Disney Dream! Contact us to learn more about cruising with Mickey and Friends!



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Disney Fantasy Maiden Voyage Date Change 12/26/2010
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Based on updated forecasts for the delivery of the Disney Fantasy™, the maiden voyage has moved one week earlier than originally announced – from April 7, 2012, to March 31, 2012.

As previously released, the ship will sail a 7-night Western Caribbean itinerary visiting Grand Cayman, Cozumel and Costa Maya.
Contact us for more information on the Disney Fantasy or other Disney Cruise opportunities.

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Why a Disney Cruise? 09/20/2010
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Even though I am a travel agent specializing in Disney vacations, I still get asked why we chose a Disney cruise for our summer family vacation this year.  Isn't the answer, "Well, duh!"  But seriously, I love my job and someones gotta do the research, right? It's tough,I know,  but I'm willing to take on the challenge. 

So since I get asked this question, I thought I would come up with my 10 Ten Reasons to go on a Disney Cruise....much like David Letterman, I will start from number 10 and work my way to number 1:

#10:   Room Service, Buffets, More Food all included:  Now the room service, buffets and more food are included in other cruise lines, this is true, but can you get Mickey ice cream on board other cruise lines, I think not!

#9: Free Soft Drinks:  Yes, on a Disney Cruise , you even get free sodas. This is a rarity, as on other cruise lines, you have to pay for soft drinks.

#8: Characters Galore:  What better way to meet and greet Mickey and the gang than on a Disney Cruise. Ok, I'm in my 40's and I fess up that I still love getting my picture taken with a character or two.

#7: Ports of Call:  On the Mediterranean Cruise, we will be calling on amazing locations, like Rome, Tunisia, Nice/Monaco and Florence!

#6: Entertainment: Nightly, Disney offers amazing entertainment acts. Whether it be a Broadway style show with Disney characters or a comedian, the entertainment is top-notch.

#5: Adult Only/ Children Only Areas:  Disney Cruise  boasts great adults only area on their ships.  There is nightly entertainment just for adults, an adult only pool, spa and my favorite... an adult only restaurant called Palo's.  Childrens Areas too:  Who knows how to entertain children better than Disney? They offer great childcare facilities and programs plus special areas for pre-teens and teens.

#4: Rotational Dining:  Disney offers 3 main sit-down restaurants for dinner which you will get the opportunity to visit each one on a rotational basis.  The great thing about not eating at the same restaurant each night is the variety of food and decor. The other amazing part about the rotational dining is that you will have the same waitstaff rotate with you so you can build a relationship with your servers and they get to know your likes and dislikes.

#3:  Family Activities:  When I think of vacation with my family, I think of all those opportunities I have to build better relationships with my children and to bond in a fun atmosphere! Whether it's playing a trivia game, family bingo or simply watching a movie together, Disney offers all of this and more! (yes, there is a movie theater onboard and they are showing the new Alice in Wonderland for our cruise, which I haven't seen yet! plus other movies too!)

#2: BYOB:  Disney actually allows their guests to bring beer and wine onboard with them. No need to sneak in beer or wine  (or even hard liquor), just carry it onboard with you!  I'm really not a big drinker but I like that Disney caters to their clients and they know what their guests want and they deliver!   If you do plan to partake of a bottle of wine that you brought onboard with you in one of the restaurants, Disney will charge you a corking fee for this, but other than that, there is no charge and you are welcome to come aboard with your beverage of choice.  I usually bring on bottled water too.

DRUM ROLL PLEASE.....

And my #1 reason to go on a Disney Cruise:
  
No Gambling and No Smoking: I've been on other cruise lines and there is a huge appeal for gambling on the ship but it's just not my thing.  And nothing against smokers, but I prefer to walk throughout the ship and not worry about the smoke. Now, on a Disney Cruise you can smoke on your balconies so it's not all together banned so don't let that stop you if you are thinking about a Disney Cruise for your next vacation.

Have you been on a Disney Cruise? Leave a comment and share why you sail with Mickey! 


This blog post won Tripatini's 2010 "Best of Show" at The Travel Blogger Show in September 2010!


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Kids Sail Free on Disney Cruise Line! 08/31/2010
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Offer Details

Book a verandah stateroom and kids ages 17 and under, traveling with two full-fare Guests in the same stateroom, will sail free on most 7-night Caribbean cruises from Jan 8 – Mar 5, 2011, excluding Feb 9, 2011.

  • Offer valid for U.S. and Canada residents only
  • Rates are in U.S. dollars, per person, based on double occupancy.
  • Valid for stateroom categories 4A –7A only. The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited.
  • Government Taxes and Fees and Port Adventures not included. This offer cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts or onboard credits. See Disney Cruise Line brochure for details and applicable Terms and Conditions.
CONTACT US NOW FOR MORE INFORMATION. FREE CRUISE OFFERS FILL UP QUICKLY!

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A Magical Paradise is Calling! 08/02/2010
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Disney has recently announced some unbelievable rates on the 3 and 4 Night Bahamian Cruises this fall!

Discover an ocean of tropical waters and exotic landscapes on a Disney cruise!

Consistently rated by Disney Cruise Line as their favorite port of call, Castaway Cay is the ultimate private island paradise in the Bahamas designed with one-of-a-kind areas and activities for every member of the family.

3-Night Bahamian Cruises from $399* 
most sail dates 9/9/10 - 12/16/10

4-Night Bahamian Cruises from $499* 
most sail dates 10/17/10-12/5/10


*per person, double occupancy, rate valid for category 11 stateroom. Government taxes and fees and excursions are not included. 

Contact us for more information on these magical cruises
!

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Kids Sail Free on Select Northern European Cruises 03/31/2010
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This summer, for the first time ever, Disney Cruise Line® sets sail on an enchanting 12-night cruise of Northern European Capitals,  including Oslo, Copenhagen, Stockholm and St. Petersburg, Russia. You can be part of this historic voyage - and save too - when you book this family-friendly offer.

Offer Details
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Kids ages 17 and under can sail free* on select Northern European cruises departing June 12 and June 24, 2010, when traveling with two full-fare Guests in the same stateroom. This offer applies to stateroom Categories 8-11. Government Taxes and Fees not included.

CONTACT US
TO BOOK NOW!


Travel Window
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June 12, 2010 (itinerary includes Helsinki, Finland)
June 24, 2010 (itinerary includes Tallinn, Estonia)

Onboard Credit:
You receive a $100 onboard credit when you book with us!

 *Government Taxes and Fees and Port Adventures not included. This offer applies to new bookings only and is non-transferable. The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited. Other offers, discounts or onboard credits do not apply (including without limitation the Mediterranean Thank You Onboard Credit offer). Changes to the vacation date or category may result in a loss of any offer. Offer is only available to U.S. and Canada residents. See Disney Cruise Line website for applicable details and Terms and Conditions.
Ships' Registry: The Bahamas


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