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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.

POSTED Mon, 07/22/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Tinker Bell Half Marathon Sold Out, Other Races Filling Up Quickly

If you're planning on running any races during the Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend or the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend, you better run to your computers and register now.

The Tinker Bell Half Marathon sold out within two days after registration opened, and the Glass Slipper Challenge and Enchanted 10K race during the Princess Half Marathon Weekend at Walt Disney World are also sold out.

POSTED Mon, 03/19/2012 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Tidbits From WDW: Cable and Bus Testing

Expanded cable for guests and a testing a new bus are a couple of interesting tidbits of news this week regarding the happiest place on earth.

First off, Walt Disney World Resort began offering expanded cable channels on their hotels' in-room televisions last week. A sampling of the new channels available to guests include: Fox News, Bravo, AMC, National Geographic, TBS, TNT, Travel Channel, WE tv, Syfy, Discovery, Bio, HGTV, TLC, History, Food Network and TV Land. A complete list of channels available to guests can be found on Channel 17.

POSTED Fri, 04/08/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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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.
POSTED Mon, 02/07/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Adventures by Disney Egypt Excursions Cancelled

Political unrest abroad has prompted the cancellation of Adventures by Disney excursions to Egypt and the re-routing of certain cruises from Tunis.

Adventures by Disney's excursions to Egypt, which are fairly new and were heavily marketed, have been cancelled until August 2011. For those travelers who have booked one of these trips, Disney is now busy working with customers and travel agents to make alternate arrangements.

POSTED Mon, 01/17/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Free Visa Gift Cards With Certain Adventures by Disney Bookings

Thinking of traveling more in 2011? With Adventures by Disney, you get great itineraries both near and far with that special Disney flair.

Adventures by Disney's 2011 travel brochure is now available with plenty of options for travelers. Explore the pyramids of ancient Egypt or the wonders of the Grand Canyon. With so many trips to choose from, there is sure to be something for everyone.

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POSTED Wed, 02/10/2016 - 03:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Changing and Cancelling Your Walt Disney World Reservations

We all look forward to our Walt Disney World Vacations once they're booked. However sometimes things don't go quite right and life rears it's ugly head, making for a trip that needs to be canceled or postponed. It's the worst-case scenario, but if you know what you need to do in advance it doesn't need to be difficult or fraught with drama. There have been some changes and updates since we first published this piece, so our regular guest blogger Holly L.

POSTED Wed, 01/13/2016 - 04:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Travel Documents for Continental United States Travel

If you are an American, traveling within the United States, then travel documents are fairly easy to get together; but what exactly do you need to make a continental trip to Walt Disney World? For first time travelers it can feel daunting, but we're here to let you know ID requirements are easily met with a little preparation.

POSTED Tue, 11/26/2013 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Travel Tips for Winter Weather Help Plan For The Unexpected

Mother Nature can sometimes put a kink in the plans of even the most experienced traveler, but with a little pre-planning you can make sure that your family is prepared for anything. With a heavy winter storm bearing down on thirty-three states over this Thanksgiving weekend, it seems like a good time to revisit some of our previous articles on winter travel.

POSTED Thu, 10/10/2013 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Tips For Traveling With A Group To Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World is a fantastic place for girlfriend getaway, family reunions, golf weekends, conventions, weddings, and Disney fan events. However traveling with a group can pose some challenges that don't pop up when traveling alone, especially if you're the one planning things. Great communication is the key to making sure that everything runs smoothly. We've rounded up a few tips for making things run smoothly from our members that frequently travel in groups.

POSTED Tue, 07/23/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney's ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Is A Winning Sports Travel Destination

Did you know that Walt Disney World is one of the premier destinations for Sports Travel in the United States? As home to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, Disney hosts more than 350 events and 350,000 athletes each year. In fact it's the leading multi-sport venue for amateur and professional sports in the nation! The 255-acre complex is capable of accommodating 70 different sports utilizing multiple indoor and outdoor competition venues.

POSTED Tue, 06/18/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Cruise Line: Do I Need A Passport For Travel To The Bahamas and Caribbean?

One of the most common questions I'm asked about traveling on the Disney Cruise Line (DCL) to the Bahamas and Caribbean is "Do I need a passport?" The most basic answer for most US Citizens is "No." However, traveling abroad without one is highly discouraged and thus, my answer is always a resounding "Yes."

POSTED Tue, 05/21/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Vacation Photography Tips for Beginners: Summertime

Are you headed out on a Walt Disney World Vacation this summer? If so there are a few things to keep in mind to keep your vacation pictures looking brilliant and fun even if you're battling the heat and crowds. Here are a few tips for you to capture your vacation, while still enjoying all that Walt Disney World has to offer.

POSTED Fri, 12/14/2012 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Rewards Visas by Chase Offer Savings & Fun Rewards

The "Disney Rewards Visa Card" is a handy little credit card completely sprinkled with pixie dust, but it's not the only choice that Chase offers when you're looking for rewards with a little more magic. Right now you can earn a $100 Disney Gift card after you spend $500 within the first 3 months from opening a "Disney Premier Visa Card." Who doesn't like saving money on all things Disney?

POSTED Wed, 02/15/2012 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Palo: Disney Cruise Line's Signature Resaurant at Sea

Since the first launch of the Disney Cruise Line's ships in 1998 guests have been raving about the exquisite food at DCL's adults only, signature restaurant at sea, Palo. Located high atop all of the Disney Cruise Line vessels, Palo is known for it's "delectable Northern Italian cuisine, classic reserve wines and superior service".

POSTED Thu, 01/12/2012 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Favorite Time of Year to Visit Walt Disney World

One would think that a Disney fan's favorite time to go to Disney Parks would be the most popular time of year, but that's just not so. The heat and crowds of the popular summer season can almost send even the most dedicated fan into a tither. Many families choose to travel only when their kids are out of school, and this makes for crowds of (sometimes first time) guests struggling to get to their rides in elbow to elbow masses.