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POSTED Fri, 10/12/2018 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney News Round-up For Friday, October 12th, 2018

Let's kick off the Friday news round-up with a quick reminder that Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort opened its beautiful new port of entry this week! There's a fresh new island feeling and welcoming atmosphere at Old Port Royale, with a new lobby, restaurants, and more!

POSTED Fri, 07/22/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Cruise Line News Roundup: DCL Returning to New York and Texas in 2017, Disney Wonder Enhancements, and More

As summer speeds by us, we find ourselves daydreaming about a Disney cruise. However, a cruise isn't in the cards right now so instead we'll catch up on some exciting Disney Cruise Line news instead! Let's dive in and see what's new.

POSTED Wed, 08/19/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Cruise Line Alters Policy for Guests Bringing Alcohol On Ships

If you have plans to sail on a Disney Cruise Line ship after September 30 there's a new alcohol policy that limits how much guests can bring on the ships. Under the new policy guests are allowed a maximum or two bottles of unopened wine or champagne or six beers.

POSTED Thu, 04/30/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Castaway Cay Challenge Part of the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Events

Registration for the 2016 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend events has been open for just about two days and several races are already sold out. But if you're looking to add a little tropical fun to the Marathon Weekend, you can register for the Disney Castaway Cay Challenge 5K run.

POSTED Tue, 04/07/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Save Money for Your Disney Vacation with the Disney Vacation Account

UPDATE: ON July 25th, 2017 Disney sent out a letter to it's vacation account holders stating "Thank you for your participation in the Disney Vacation Account program. At this time, we are discontinuing the program and no new accounts or contributions are being accepted."

POSTED Wed, 12/04/2013 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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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.

POSTED Wed, 11/27/2013 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Cruise Line Changes Onboard Booking Policy for Cruisers

Disney Cruise Line has announced a change to the onboard booking policy for guests.

Effective November 12, guests who book a future cruise while onboard a Disney Cruise Line ship must complete their travel within 18 months in order to maintain the benefits they receive for booking while onboard the ship. These benefits include: 10 percent off rates quoted on disneycruise.com, up to $200 in onboard credits per stateroom, and a reduced deposit on sailings of 7 nights or longer.

POSTED Wed, 10/30/2013 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Jungle Cruise Getting Holiday Makeover as the Jingle Cruise

For the first time ever, The Jungle Cruise is getting a holiday transformation into the Jingle Cruise just in time for the holidays.

Disney says the transformation is happening because the Jungle Cruise skippers are homesick for the holidays and they decided it was time to add holiday cheer to the queue and boathouse using decorations mailed from home. The Skippers are also getting crafty and have created some homemade decorations.

POSTED Thu, 10/24/2013 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Disney Cruise Line Named Top Large-Ship Line in Reader’s Choice Poll

Disney Cruise Line was recently ranked as the top large-ship cruise line by readers of a national travel magazine.

Conde Nast Traveler's 26th Annual Readers' Choice Awards gave DCL an overall rating of 90.3, putting the cruise line ahead of Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, and Princess Cruises.

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POSTED Mon, 04/27/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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The Fabulous Fleet of Walt Disney World

Disney fans will sometimes banter about the joke that Disney is home to the world's largest inland Navy. While that's not technically true (Disney's vessels are not armed) it certainly has an impressive fleet! From paddle boats to pontoons, viking longships to pirate ships, and sea raycers to grand yachts if you love to be on the water the Vacation Kingdom of the World has something to make you smile. This flotilla of fabulosity is one of my favorite things to write about, so come along with us now for a look back at the boats of Walt Disney World.

POSTED Fri, 07/27/2018 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Expands Its Commitment To A Sustainable Planet

The Walt Disney Company's has always had a strong commitment to the environment with stewardship practices going back more than 60 years. Walt Disney believed that "conservation isn't just the business of a few people. It's a matter that concerns all of us." Today the corporation that bears his name continues to strive to meet ideals set out by its founder.

POSTED Mon, 03/26/2018 - 11:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Ultimate Upgrades For Your Walt Disney World Vacation

Walt Disney World vacations are amazing experiences no matter how you chose to go, and there's a price range for touring that suits just about any carefully budgeted travel planner. For those looking to dive into the ultimate in luxe Disney, you just have to remember one thing, all magic comes with a price. So pull out your checkbook, and turn your dream vacation up a notch!

POSTED Thu, 02/08/2018 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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11 of the Most Romantic Places at Walt Disney World

The world's Vacation Kingdom has become a hot spot of love birds looking to get away, while still having some wholesome fun. While we all know about enjoying Days in the Park, nights become enchanted, and we've got a list of 11 of the Most Romantic Places at Walt Disney World.

POSTED Mon, 01/22/2018 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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10 Reasons A Disney Cruise Is Worth The Cost

It is not a secret that going on a Disney Cruise is expensive. I find that for my family, the cost is comparable to staying in a deluxe Walt Disney World resort with the deluxe dining plan. When you compare it with other cruise lines on a night by night price point, you may well think they have lost their minds. I've been on other cruise lines, and they were nice enough, but in this article I'm going to share 10 reasons I think sailing with the Disney Cruise Line is completely worth the cost.

POSTED Thu, 11/23/2017 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Beauty And The Beast Debuts At Sea On The Disney Dream

Setting sail with the Disney Cruise Line is a special experience that is full of enchanting experiences that live up to all our vacation expectations. With a world of wonderful ports and excursions at its disposal, once might be surprised that some of my favorite experiences onboard have been the original broadway-style productions running nightly. After years of planning, and practice, the Disney Dream has debuted a brand new musical extravaganza that takes a tale as old as time to a whole new venue.

POSTED Wed, 11/08/2017 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Date Night Tips For Disney’s Contemporary Resort

A Walt Disney World vacation is an exciting event at any time of the year, but family time, and date night are considerably different things. Disney Parks and Resorts offer a myriad of options available for couples who want spend some one on one time together, and one of our favorites is a Date Night at Disney's Contemporary Resort.

POSTED Thu, 07/27/2017 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Have A Romantic Date Night At Disney Springs

Walt Disney World can be a wonderful place for families, it can also be an amazing spot for a romantic getaway with the one you love. Whether you're hiring a sitter at the resort for the night, or making an adults only trip, the reimagined shopping, dining, and entertainment complex Disney Springs has a bounty of date night delights waiting just for you.

POSTED Tue, 07/18/2017 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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3 Great Reasons To Try A 3-Night Starter Cruise On The Disney Cruise Line

It was only a few years ago that I wasn't even sure if I would enjoy a cruise once I got on the ship. My husband had anxiety about not being able to see land, and he was more than a little worried about getting seasick. Neither of us was sure that once we got to see we would enjoy it. A 3-night Disney Cruise turned out to be the perfect way to dip our toes in the proverbial water without committing a huge amount of money. It might be just the answer you are looking for too! Here are 3 great reasons you should give a 3-night starter cruise a chance.

POSTED Sun, 07/16/2017 - 03:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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A New Musical And Three New Ships For The Disney Cruise Line

During the Disney Parks and Resorts Presentation at the D23 Expo yesterday, Disney Cruise Line (DCL) treated fans to a look inside the new production of Beauty and the Beast that is coming to the Disney Dream this November. There was even a little news most weren't expecting.