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Sailing the Mediterranean with Disney Cruise Line in 2014

posted on February 13th, 2013 by Jonathan Frontado, Disney Cruise Line

Yesterday I shared some pretty exciting news … Disney Cruise Line will once again be sailing the Mediterranean in 2014, home porting in both Venice, Italy, and Barcelona, Spain, with brand new destinations and a wide variety of cruise lengths.
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It will be the first time we’ve departed from Venice, not only giving guests the chance to stay overnight in this charming city during the cruise, but also the option to see more of the Greek Isles than ever before.
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The new 9-night Venice to Greek Isles cruise stops at four ports in Greece (Katakolon, Piraeus, Rhodes and Mykonos) plus Kusadasi, Turkey, before returning to Venice for an overnight stay. Check out this video showcasing some of what you may see on this cruise:

Other European options available next summer include:

  • 4-night cruise from Barcelona with two stops in Spain (Palma, Mallorca and Ibiza)
  • 5- and 7-night cruises from Barcelona to France (Villefranche) and Italy (La Spezia and Civitavecchia, plus Naples on the 7-night itinerary)
  • 12-night cruises from Barcelona to France (Villefranche), Italy (La Spezia and Civitavecchia), Greece (Piraeus and Mykonos), Turkey (Kusadasi) and Malta (Valletta)
  • 12-night cruises from Barcelona to France (Villefranche), Italy (La Spezia, Civitavecchia, Naples and Venice), Croatia (Dubrovnik) and Malta (Valletta)
  • 12-night cruises from Barcelona (ending in Venice) to France (Villefranche), Italy (La Spezia, Civitavecchia, Naples, Catania and Venice), Greece (Corfu) and Croatia (Dubrovnik)
  • 12-night cruises from Venice (ending in Barcelona) to Greece (Piraeus, Rhodes, Heraklion, Mykonos and Santorini), Turkey (Kusadasi) and Malta (Valleta)

I hope this information helps as you begin planning your 2014 summer vacation. Now that you have more details, which itinerary are you leaning toward choosing for your family?

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Disney Cruise Line Unveils New 2014 Itineraries and Ports

posted on February 12th, 2013 by Jonathan Frontado, Disney Cruise Line

The secret is out! Disney Cruise Line is returning to Europe and Alaska in 2014 – with brand new destinations – and offering Southern Caribbean cruises from Puerto Rico for the first time ever!

There are several new itinerary options for the Mediterranean sailings, so I’ll follow up with a second post tomorrow including more details. For now, I’ll cover the highlights…
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From May to August 2014, the Disney Magic will sail four-, five-, seven-, nine- and 12-night cruises in the Mediterranean, including new destinations in the Greek Isles and Sicily for the very first time.
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Also new for the 2014 European season, we will use Venice, Italy, as a homeport for select sailings. During these cruises, the Disney Magic overnights in Venice, giving guests the opportunity to experience an evening in the spectacular city.
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2014 Disney Cruise Line Itinerary and Ports, Featuring Southern Caribbean 2014 Disney Cruise Line Itinerary and Ports, Featuring the Southern Caribbean

Other big news is that for the first time ever, we will homeport in Puerto Rico. The Disney Magic will sail seven-night cruises to the Southern Caribbean, departing September 20, September 27, October 4, and October 11 from San Juan and visiting Antigua, St. Lucia, Grenada, Barbados and St. Kitts.
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And finally, the Disney Wonder will return to Alaska for another summer season, sailing seven-night cruises from Vancouver to Tracy Arm fjord, Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan. Plus, we added one special nine-night sailing that includes a stop at Sitka, departing May 24.

Whew! That was a lot of new info! We’ll be giving you more details, photos and videos over the coming weeks – so stay tuned! Which one of these new itineraries are you most excited about?

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Disney Cruise Line Miami Cruise Highlights from Key West, Nassau and Castaway Cay

posted on January 21st, 2013 by Jonathan Frontado, Disney Cruise Line

My weekend getaway from Miami on the Disney Wonder took me to three of the coolest destinations south of Florida. Spending time in tropical paradise…now that’s what I’m talking about!

Sail with the Disney Wonder on a Disney Cruise Line Miami Cruise Visiting Key West, Nassau and Castaway Cay

First stop, Key West!

Disney Miami Cruise Highlights from Key West, Nassau and Castaway Cay

There’s no better view of Key West than from the deck of the Disney Wonder! This was the perfect first stop to an awesome vacation. Filled with history, shopping and unique restaurants, there’s no way you can’t have fun in this charming town.

One of the best ways to discover all of the must-see historical landmarks is on the trolley or train tour. Here are some of the highlights:

Disney Miami Cruise Highlights from Key West, Nassau and Castaway Cay

Audubon House and Gardens

Disney Miami Cruise Highlights from Key West, Nassau and Castaway Cay

Sloppy Joe’s

Disney Miami Cruise Highlights from Key West, Nassau and Castaway Cay

Southernmost Point

Disney Miami Cruise Highlights from Key West, Nassau and Castaway Cay

Hemingway House

Disney Miami Cruise Highlights from Key West, Nassau and Castaway Cay

Fun fact: The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum is home to about 40-50 six-toed cats. Here’s one of the
cute kities I found sleeping on a bed.

Second stop, Nassau!

Disney Miami Cruise Highlights from Key West, Nassau and Castaway Cay

In this Bahamian town, you can choose from a number of thrilling port adventures or hit the unique straw market and socialize with the people who know the island best.

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Searching for hand-crafted jewelry and one-of-a kind souvenirs? This is where you’ll find it! I was digging the hat selections, and I even tried out a new hairstyle!

Disney Miami Cruise Highlights from Key West, Nassau and Castaway Cay

Or if you feel like getting the inside scoop, hang out with some new friends…

Last, but certainly not least, Castaway Cay! What can I say, Castaway Cay never disappoints.

Disney Miami Cruise Highlights from Key West, Nassau and Castaway Cay

If you’re looking for excitement, Disney Cruise Line offers fun activities the whole family can enjoy such as parasailing, kayaking and paddle boating. Here I am with a couple friends, just living the dream! Look at that crystal blue shoreline!

Disney Miami Cruise Highlights from Key West, Nassau and Castaway Cay

And if you want to have as much fun as this kid, Spring-a-Leak, with pop jets, geysers and bubblers, is the place to be on Castaway Cay.

Whether your family seeks adventure, historic enrichment or relaxation, this Disney cruise itinerary from Miami has it all.

Now, who is ready to set sail to these awesome places? I think I need to go again.

Until next time, bon voyage my friends!

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Sailing from Miami with Disney Cruise Line

posted on January 10th, 2013 by Jonathan Frontado, Disney Cruise Line

Today’s the day I set sail for my first-ever cruise from Miami! After arriving to the port this morning, now I fully understand the excitement of departing from this beautiful and iconic city. What a view huh?

Sailing from Miami with Disney Cruise Line

This is Disney’s fourth voyage from Miami since the Disney Wonder set sail on December 23, but it is the first four-night Bahamas cruise. Even though it’s a short trip, Miami’s close proximity to the Florida Keys and the Bahamas allows us to stop at three ports: Key West, Nassau and Castaway Cay.

Sailing from Miami with Disney Cruise Line

Over the weekend, be sure to follow me via @DisneyCruise for an inside look at my experience, and join the conversation with #DCLMiami. Then check back on the Disney Parks Blog on Monday for my full voyage report.

See ya real soon!

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Disney Cruise Line Miami Countdown: Two Days Left

posted on December 21st, 2012 by Jonathan Frontado, Disney Cruise Line

Only two days left in Disney Cruise Line’s inaugural Miami voyage countdown, which you may remember Captain Mickey Mouse officially kicked off when he visited South Florida last month in a speedboat!
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On Sunday morning, the Disney Wonder will arrive to Miami after a 4,857-mile voyage from Los Angeles through the Panama Canal. The ship will set sail the same afternoon on Disney Cruise Line’s first-ever departure from South Florida, setting the stage for a variety of Disney cruises to the Bahamas and Western Caribbean in 2013 and 2014, most with stops at Castaway Cay.
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No doubt, Christmas is coming early for Miami! Which Disney cruise would you consider the perfect holiday gift?

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Disney Cruise Line Double Chocolate Yule Log Recipe Just in Time for the Holidays

posted on December 18th, 2012 by Jonathan Frontado, Disney Cruise Line

Still looking for that extra special holiday dessert to serve this year? Here’s one for you – Disney Cruise Line’s Double Chocolate Yule Log.
Disney Cruise Line Double Chocolate Yule Log

If you’re a chocolate lover like me, then the four main ingredients – chocolate sponge cake, chocolate ganache, chocolate mousse and chocolate glaze – are surely enough to make your mouth start watering.

For complete instructions on how to make these ingredients and assemble this scrumptious dessert,
download the Disney Cruise Line recipe card here.

Disney Cruise Line treats holiday cruisers to a Yule log topped with a fluffy meringue mushroom and decorated with a chocolate Christmas tree sprinkled with Mickey Mouse ears. How will you garnish this dessert for your family?

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An Up-Close Look at the Disney Fantasy’s Holiday Décor

posted on December 11th, 2012 by Jonathan Frontado, Disney Cruise Line

It’s the Disney Fantasy’s first holiday season at sea, and you can be sure the ship is dressed to impress! Guests and crew alike, along with your favorite Disney friends, were all pretty excited when they saw the 20-foot tree in the lobby for the first time. Check out how happy Minnie looks…
Minnie in Front of the 20-Foot Holiday Tree on the Disney Fantasy

With more than 300 pieces of custom décor, I thought it would be fun to show you some close-up shots and let you name where they are located on the ship. We’ll start with the décor in one venue I’m pretty sure you’ll guess right away…

Holiday Décor on the Disney Fantasy Holiday Décor on the Disney Fantasy

 
Did you get it right? These princess-themed ornaments are part of the beautiful fairy tale embellishments in Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique.
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique on the Disney Fantasy Decorated for the Holidays

Now for the tougher ones. Which spaces on the Disney Fantasy are adorned with these themed details? Put your thoughts in the comments and then check the Disney Cruise Line Facebook page for the answers!

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Holiday Décor on the Disney Fantasy Holiday Décor on the Disney Fantasy
Holiday Décor on the Disney Fantasy Holiday Décor on the Disney Fantasy

 
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Gingerbread Houses Come to Life on Disney Cruise Line Ships

posted on December 7th, 2012 by Jonathan Frontado, Disney Cruise Line

How would you like a gingerbread house like this in your home for the holidays?
The 237-Square-Foot Gingerbread House on the Disney Dream

At 237 square feet, this gingerbread house on the Disney Dream is the largest holiday culinary creation in the Disney Cruise Line fleet! Each Disney ship features an oversized gingerbread house uniquely created by its own crew.

Baked, built and decorated onboard, the Disney Dream’s house took approximately 320 hours from beginning to end. While the ship’s culinary team baked the gingerbread cookies and prepared the other ingredients, the ship’s carpenters built the framework. Then, each brick was individually aligned and stuck to the frame with icing before the real fun began: adding lots of sweet treats and Disney-themed décor!

The 237-Square-Foot Gingerbread House on the Disney Dream The 237-Square-Foot Gingerbread House on the Disney Dream

 
If you are hoping to build your own gingerbread house this size, keep in mind you’ll need 650 pounds of gingerbread dough, 5,250 gingerbread bricks and 220 pounds of icing sugar, not to mention the candies, cookies and other fun decorations you’ll want to add to it!

Be sure to stop by and get a delicious whiff if you’re sailing with Disney this holiday season (Yes, the house smells as good as it looks!), and let us know in the comments if we’ve given you inspiration for the design of your own family’s holiday gingerbread house.


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Disney Cruise Line Gives Away 100 Family Vacations from Miami

posted on November 29th, 2012 by Jonathan Frontado, Disney Cruise Line

As part of the festivities yesterday to celebrate the Disney Wonder’s arrival to Miami next month, 100 lucky families won their own 5-night Disney cruise vacation!

Excited fans showed up to the Bayside Marketplace for the Disney Cruise Line Save Us a Spot Celebration, eager for their chance to be one of the first to sail with Disney from Miami.

Check out this video to see some of the families who won and hear more about Disney Cruise Line’s inaugural Miami season…

Which Disney Miami cruise is your family embarking on?

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Let the Countdown Begin: Disney Cruise Line Says “See Ya Real Soon” To Miami

posted on November 28th, 2012 by Jonathan Frontado, Disney Cruise Line

See ya real soon, Miami! Earlier today I shared with you a photo where Captain Mickey Mouse met Miami in a Disney-style celebration.

Now, take a look at this video with Cruise Director Christiaan Abbott who shows you the sleek speed boat, dazzling fireworks and the grand unveiling of an enormous banner adorning Miami’s cruise terminal that ignited the countdown to Disney Cruise Line’s maiden voyage from Miami on December 23, 2012.

The Disney cruises from Miami will stop at multiple ports in the Bahamas and the Caribbean, including Nassau, Key West, Cozumel and Grand Cayman. Can you guess the port the South Florida families I talked to today are most excited about visiting? Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay, of course! Miami is the newest addition to the list of Disney Cruise Line homeports from which guests can escape to this exclusive tropical paradise.

Which Disney cruise are you counting down the days until?

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