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Earlier today, Disney Cruise Line emailed guests sailing on Alaskan, European, and Westbound Transatlantic cruises. Guests were informed that there would not be experiencing the 25th-anniversary fireworks. For many guests, this was not a surprise. Disney does not have the Pirates fireworks show in Alaska or Northern Europe for environmental reasons. Other guests on Bahamian,…
Although it is not Disney Cruise-related news, I was surprised to read that WDW is closing Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. Much like a cruise guest would embark on a 2-night immersive cruise on a Galactic Starcruiser. The hotel opened over a year ago, on March 1st, 2022. The prices to go on the immersive experience…
Disney is beginning to release some discounted rates for cruises in the fall. Military, Floridians, and Canadians discounted rates, all have some new cruises to the discountes rates. If you don’t qualify for those rates don’t worry there are some new cruises added to the discounts for guaranteed rooms with restrictions. Including some 3-night cruises…
The Disney Magic returned from its dry dock last week. The promenade lounge has been reimagined as the Soul Cat Lounge. One of the other announcements was the new Encanto Celebration. Very few details have been available until now. One of the guests on the ship shared the details with me. An Encanto Celebration celebrates…
May the fourth be with you! This week there are several cruises added to Military, Floridians, and Canadians discounted rates, including a bunch of discounts for guaranteed rooms with restrictions. If you were thinking about Alaska or Europe, you can definitely find a deal. There is even a Christmas cruise discount for Canadians! Have you…
Disney has released the new Castaway Gifts for the 25th Anniversary Silver Cruises. So long sling bag, I think I have five of them. Silver will receive a new tote bag, Gold will receive the tote and a wet/dry bag, Platinum will receive the tote, a wet/dry bag, and a beach towel (only one per…
Disney announced a new Castaway Club level, Pearl, and the benefits start today, May 1, 2023. Pearl members reported yesterday that their Castaway Club status changed on the Disney Cruise website. The new benefits include early booking and a photo package. Pearl cruisers are reporting a surprise benefit. They can check in for their cruise…
The Disney Wish experienced an unexpected mechanical issue on April 29, 2023, while in port at Nassau. It was scheduled to leave Nassau and go to Castaway Cay, but because of the mechanical issues, it remained in Nassau overnight and was expected to depart at 10am. As of noon, it is still in port at…
May and going through until September, Disney Cruise Lines are celebrating their 25th anniversary. Today DCL released details about special treats available to commemorate the 25th anniversary. Disney chefs and mixologists have created shimmering sweets, sips, and novelties. Beginning with the sweet treats that will be available. The 25th Disney Cruise Line Cupcake features a decadent vanilla…
As you may know, Disney Cruise Lines has another new ship. The Disney Treasure setting sail next year. We have begun to get some information about the new ship. Keel Laying Ceremony On March 30, an important milestone in the construction of Disney Fantasy. The Keel laying ceremony at Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany….