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Disney Cruise Line Takes Top Three Spots in Condé Nast Readers Poll of Top 100 Cruise Ships in the World

Disney Cruise Line has once again ranked in the top three slots in the Conde Nast Traveler's Readers Poll of the top 100 cruise ships in the world.

The Disney Fantasy was ranked the number one large ship in the world, moving up from the number eight spot in the 2013 poll. The Disney Wonder and the Disney Dream took the number two and three spots respectively.

The Disney Magic might have been re-imagined last year, but it dropped to fifth place in the poll, falling from the top spot in the 2013 poll.

Three Disney Cruise Line Ships Currently Homeporting in Port Canaveral

For the first time in the history of the cruise line, three Disney Cruise Line ships are currently calling Port Canaveral 'home.'

Earlier this month the Disney Magic joined the Disney Dream and the Disney Fantasy in port, and will stay until mid-May.

This milestone is not only giving guests more cruising options, but it's also helping to boost the economy in Brevard County.

Disney Cruise Line Announces Ports and Itineraries for 2015

Disney Cruise Line has announced that in the early months of 2015, all four Disney ships will be sailing from Florida ports to destinations in the Bahamas and Caribbean.

The sailings include 3-, 4-, and 7-night cruises from Port Canaveral, and 4- and 5-night cruises from Miami. Each cruise from January to April 2015 will include a stop at Disney's private island Castaway Cay.

Disney Magic Makes First Call in Miami as Ship Begins Sailings Port of Miami

The reimagined Disney Magic is making her home in the Port of Miami for the next few months and her first call to the port was cause for celebration.

Recently, Disney Cruise Line Captain Robert Olmer hosted local Port of Miami officials and community leaders aboard the Disney Magic for a plaque exchange ceremony. The ceremony is a maritime tradition that celebrates the relationship between a ship and the destination in honor of her first call.

Celebrate Halloween on the High Seas with Disney Cruise Line

We all know Halloween is a special time at the Disney Parks with Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party and Halloween Time, but now the celebration heads to the seas on Disney Cruise Line spooky and fun holiday events.

Condé Nast Traveler Honors Disney Cruise Line

The Disney Cruise Line ships were recognized once again as being amongst the top large cruise ships in the world by the readers of Conde Nast Traveler in their annual poll.

Disney Cruise Line 2014 Itineraries Begin in Florida

Disney Cruise Line has announced it's sailing dates and itineraries for the 2014 season! The white sand beaches and beautiful blue waters of Castaway Cay will take center stage during the first half of the year as all four Disney ships sailing from Florida ports. The Disney Magic will return to Port Canaveral, Fla., joining the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy, while the Disney Wonder makes it's home in Miami.

Pixar-Themed Cruises Coming This Fall

The folks at Pixar have given us many of our favorite characters, and now some of that same magic will be found at sea. Recently, the Disney Cruise Line announced a series of Pixar-themed cruises planned for this fall.

Cruises set to offer the Pixar theme are seven-night costal California cruises aboard the Disney Wonder. A variety of activities centered around Pixar characters are planned for each cruise and will include:

  • Artist and filmmakers giving an inside look into the making of the newest Pixar film, Brave.
  • Sneak peeks of upcoming Pixar films

December 2012 Disney Wonder Sailings to Mexico Canceled

Four Disney Wonder cruises from Los Angeles to Mexico set for December 2012 have been dropped. The cruises were to set sail December 9, 16, 23, and 30 to destinations in Mexico like Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta.

Disney Cruise Line Announces 2012 Itineraries and Ports

Today is the day bookings open for 2012 cruises with the Disney Cruise Line. Recently, the Line revealed their itineraries for 2012 and also announced the three new home ports of New York, Seattle and Galveston.

Beginning May 25, 2012, you can hop aboard the Disney Magic for 20 cruises setting sail from New York, New York. Three unique itineraries are planned from the Big Apple:

  • eight-night Bahamas cruises that also includes a one-day Walt Disney World Park Hopper ticket plus transporation to and from the resort.
  • five-night New England coast cruises.

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Guest Review: Tiana's Place On The Disney Wonder

Our family recently took a short three-day cruise on the Disney Wonder. This newly refurbished ship may be small but it packs a big punch! With the new show, Frozen A Musical Spectacular and new restaurants and lounges we were ready for a brand-new experience. Disney has rotational dining on their ships which means you go from restaurant to restaurant each night of your cruise with your serving staff following along with you. Even on a 3 day, we felt like the servers had known us for ages. The service is impeccable!

Why The Disney Cruise Line Is Made For Grown-ups

People often give me a puzzled stare when they hear that I'm headed off to sea for a Disney Cruise, without my kids. In their heads the ships are only suited a family vacation, they assume that Disney's ships are crowded, loud, and over-run with kids - they couldn't be more wrong. In creating the ultimate family cruise line, Disney's planning also gave way to the perfect grown-up retreat.

Disney Cruise Line Navigator App Debuts Messaging Capabilities

Disney Cruise Line guests have a new way to stay in touch while on board. The cruise line's mobile Navigator app recently launched a chat function.

The Navigator app is available on the Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy, Disney Magic, and the Disney Wonder. Guests can download the free app from the Apple App Store or Google Play prior to boarding their ship.

Disney Cruise Line Announces Very Merrytime Cruises for the 2014 Holiday Season

It might seem as if we just finished the winter holiday season, but if you're thinking about planning a Disney Cruise Line vacation for the 2014 holidays, listen up!

Disney Cruise Line just announced the events for the Very Merrytime Cruises taking place from late November through the end of December.

Disney Cruise Line Takes Top Honors from CruiseCritic.com Readers

With two beautiful new ships it's no wonder that the Disney Cruise Line is being considered one of the finest fleets on the seven seas. Fast on the heals of Conde' Nast Travelers Readers ranking all four ships in the Disney Fleet amongst the top large cruise ships in the world, another group of dedicated travel fans have been heard. Last week the critically acclaimed website CruiseCritic.com announced the winners of the Cruise Critic 2013 Cruisers' Choice Awards.

DIsney Cruise Line Spas Offer Luxurious Treatment Villas

Tucked away inside the Disney Cruise Line Spas you will find a jewel of a luxury retreat especially for grown ups. Back through the halls, past the popular Rain Forest Room lies the exquisite private Mediterranean-inspired Treatment Villas. An indulgent place of special pampering these Villas offer the ultimate in relaxation and rejuvination on board the Disney Fleet.

Disney Cruise Line Sails to Jamaica for the First Time in 2013

Adding to it's fantastic array of itineraries, with two new ships the Disney Cruise Line is visiting more ports than ever. Last week it was announced that in late 2013, for the first time Jamaica will be an exciting Port of Call. Departing from Galveston, Texas this new seven-night Western Caribbean cruise will make port in Falmouth, Jamaica Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands and Cozumel, Mexico.

Fireworks at Sea

One of the best nights of all on board the ships of Disney Cruise Line is pirate night! From the pirate themed dinner to the outrageously fun deck party, Disney offers a great romping adventure of song, dance and piratey fun. The grand finale of that spectacular show is the extravagant treat of fireworks at sea. Disney is a pioneer in the Fireworks industry and their patented air launch system is not only quieter, greener, more precise and less dangerous; but allowed fireworks to be displayed in ways never seen before.