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Disney's Magical Holiday Cruises!
Hi Everyone,
I received this press release from the Disney Cruise Line and thought it would be of interest. This was the big surprise. If you have missed any of my news' postings, they are available on my web site. Best regards, Ray LIGHTHOUSE TRAVEL 800-719-9917 or 805-566-3905 http://www.lighthousetravel.com Disney Cruise Line Magical Holiday Cruises: Something for Everyone on Santa's List PORT CANAVERAL, Fla., Nov. 22 With a first-ever 10-night holiday cruise, a private island transformed into a 'winter wonderland' and two Disney cruise ships full of holiday magic, Disney Cruise Line has a pixie- dusted celebration lined up for all December cruise vacations this season.(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20031208/FLM023 ) Beginning at Disney's private cruise terminal at Port Canaveral, Fla., festive holiday decor and Disney characters dressed in their season's best await all who board a Magical Holiday sailing. On board the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder, guests find the ships decked with boughs of holly and filled with holiday-themed entertainment and activities for the entire family. On Board Complete with 25 Christmas trees, 25,000 Christmas tree lights, 1,260 feet of garland and 3,600 yards of ribbon, Magical Holidays activities, entertainment and dining continue the magic at sea with: * A nearly three-deck-tall tree-lighting ceremony in the atrium lobby, where "snow" magically falls * A Christmas Day visit from Santa Goofy, with surprises for all the kids * Special family time, when families join together to design and decorate their own gingerbread houses * A Disney Cruise Line rendition of "T'was the Night Before Christmas" with a reading by Mrs. Claus and caroling by the main stage performers * Traditional holiday feasts in Disney's three themed dining rooms * Multiple faith and inter-denominational holiday services * A ship-wide party to ring in 2005 and a New Year's Day tailgate party At Castaway Cay Additionally, Disney's private island paradise, Castaway Cay, located in the Bahamas, is literally a magical wonderland, where a new themed decor package has transformed the sandy island into a "snowy" holiday hideaway. At a balmy 73 degrees, the forecast calls for snow flurries, ideal for Mr. and Mrs. Snowman (with shell noses and tropical shirts) who greet guests as they step off the gangway onto the island. Guests will also find a 40-foot tall tropical Christmas tree, carolers and a sleigh full of presents in the middle of this Bahamian paradise. Disney characters, dressed in holiday island styles, sign autographs and pose for photos to the beat of holiday tunes while the island's tram that transports guests across the 1,000-acre island has been decorated to resemble a reindeer, complete with antlers and tail. Rates, Dates & Itineraries Three-night cruises depart every Thursday (Dec. 2 ,9, 16, 23 & 30), while four-night cruises depart every Sunday (Dec. 5, 12, 19 & 26) with calls at Nassau, Bahamas and Castaway Cay. Rates start at $409 and $509, respectively. Seven-night cruise vacations depart every Saturday (Dec. 4, 11 & 28) and start at $829, alternating between a western Caribbean itinerary with calls at Key West, Grand Cayman, Cozumel and Castaway Cay and an eastern Caribbean itinerary with calls at St. Maarten, St. Thomas and Castaway Cay. Disney's first-ever 10-night cruise vacation departs Saturday, Dec. 18 with rates starting at $1899. Disney Cruise Line specifically designed its ships with areas and activities that appeal to the unique vacation needs of every member of the family. As a result, its vacations offer guests an unbelievable cruise experience not found anywhere else. During the summer of 2005, Disney Cruise Line will offer its first-ever seven-night cruises to the Mexican Riviera departing from the Port of Los Angeles. With a pre- or post-stay at the Disneyland Resort, guests can combine the fun and excitement of the Disneyland Resort with the enchantment of a Disney cruise. The repositioning of the Disney Magic to southern California also includes two 14-night Panama Canal cruises, nicely blending exotic ports of call with leisurely days at sea. To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a Disney Cruise Line vacation, guests can contact their travel agent. |
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Princess has a 3 week cruise visiting South America and Africa this month for less than the Disney Xmas cruise..Could this Xmas Disney cruise really be worth it? On Mon, 22 Nov 2004 11:09:37 -0800, Ray Goldenberg wrote: Hi Everyone, I received this press release from the Disney Cruise Line and thought it would be of interest. This was the big surprise. If you have missed any of my news' postings, they are available on my web site. Best regards, Ray LIGHTHOUSE TRAVEL 800-719-9917 or 805-566-3905 http://www.lighthousetravel.com Disney Cruise Line Magical Holiday Cruises: Something for Everyone on Santa's List PORT CANAVERAL, Fla., Nov. 22 With a first-ever 10-night holiday cruise, a private island transformed into a 'winter wonderland' and two Disney cruise ships full of holiday magic, Disney Cruise Line has a pixie- dusted celebration lined up for all December cruise vacations this season.(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20031208/FLM023 ) Beginning at Disney's private cruise terminal at Port Canaveral, Fla., festive holiday decor and Disney characters dressed in their season's best await all who board a Magical Holiday sailing. On board the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder, guests find the ships decked with boughs of holly and filled with holiday-themed entertainment and activities for the entire family. On Board Complete with 25 Christmas trees, 25,000 Christmas tree lights, 1,260 feet of garland and 3,600 yards of ribbon, Magical Holidays activities, entertainment and dining continue the magic at sea with: * A nearly three-deck-tall tree-lighting ceremony in the atrium lobby, where "snow" magically falls * A Christmas Day visit from Santa Goofy, with surprises for all the kids * Special family time, when families join together to design and decorate their own gingerbread houses * A Disney Cruise Line rendition of "T'was the Night Before Christmas" with a reading by Mrs. Claus and caroling by the main stage performers * Traditional holiday feasts in Disney's three themed dining rooms * Multiple faith and inter-denominational holiday services * A ship-wide party to ring in 2005 and a New Year's Day tailgate party At Castaway Cay Additionally, Disney's private island paradise, Castaway Cay, located in the Bahamas, is literally a magical wonderland, where a new themed decor package has transformed the sandy island into a "snowy" holiday hideaway. At a balmy 73 degrees, the forecast calls for snow flurries, ideal for Mr. and Mrs. Snowman (with shell noses and tropical shirts) who greet guests as they step off the gangway onto the island. Guests will also find a 40-foot tall tropical Christmas tree, carolers and a sleigh full of presents in the middle of this Bahamian paradise. Disney characters, dressed in holiday island styles, sign autographs and pose for photos to the beat of holiday tunes while the island's tram that transports guests across the 1,000-acre island has been decorated to resemble a reindeer, complete with antlers and tail. Rates, Dates & Itineraries Three-night cruises depart every Thursday (Dec. 2 ,9, 16, 23 & 30), while four-night cruises depart every Sunday (Dec. 5, 12, 19 & 26) with calls at Nassau, Bahamas and Castaway Cay. Rates start at $409 and $509, respectively. Seven-night cruise vacations depart every Saturday (Dec. 4, 11 & 28) and start at $829, alternating between a western Caribbean itinerary with calls at Key West, Grand Cayman, Cozumel and Castaway Cay and an eastern Caribbean itinerary with calls at St. Maarten, St. Thomas and Castaway Cay. Disney's first-ever 10-night cruise vacation departs Saturday, Dec. 18 with rates starting at $1899. Disney Cruise Line specifically designed its ships with areas and activities that appeal to the unique vacation needs of every member of the family. As a result, its vacations offer guests an unbelievable cruise experience not found anywhere else. During the summer of 2005, Disney Cruise Line will offer its first-ever seven-night cruises to the Mexican Riviera departing from the Port of Los Angeles. With a pre- or post-stay at the Disneyland Resort, guests can combine the fun and excitement of the Disneyland Resort with the enchantment of a Disney cruise. The repositioning of the Disney Magic to southern California also includes two 14-night Panama Canal cruises, nicely blending exotic ports of call with leisurely days at sea. To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a Disney Cruise Line vacation, guests can contact their travel agent. Carnival Tropicale 1982 NCL Dawn 2004 HAL Noordam 2004 |
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Buddy Romaine wrote: Princess has a 3 week cruise visiting South America and Africa this month for less than the Disney Xmas cruise..Could this Xmas Disney cruise really be worth it? You would be amazed at how many people are willing to pay any price to cruise Disney. That is why they can charge so much for their cruises. sue |
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Thus spake Ray Goldenberg :
Hi Everyone, I received this press release from the Disney Cruise Line and thought it would be of interest. This was the big surprise. If you have missed any of my news' postings, they are available on my web site. The 10 day cruise is all but sold out. The California cruises are all but sold out. The repo cruises were sold out two days after they became available. I haven't checked on any of the holiday cruises, but I'll bet that they are close to full. Balconies and suites normally sell out 12-18 months in advance. Best regards, Ray LIGHTHOUSE TRAVEL 800-719-9917 or 805-566-3905 http://www.lighthousetravel.com Disney Cruise Line Magical Holiday Cruises: Something for Everyone on Santa's List PORT CANAVERAL, Fla., Nov. 22 With a first-ever 10-night holiday cruise, a private island transformed into a 'winter wonderland' and two Disney cruise ships full of holiday magic, Disney Cruise Line has a pixie- dusted celebration lined up for all December cruise vacations this season.(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20031208/FLM023 ) Beginning at Disney's private cruise terminal at Port Canaveral, Fla., festive holiday decor and Disney characters dressed in their season's best await all who board a Magical Holiday sailing. On board the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder, guests find the ships decked with boughs of holly and filled with holiday-themed entertainment and activities for the entire family. On Board Complete with 25 Christmas trees, 25,000 Christmas tree lights, 1,260 feet of garland and 3,600 yards of ribbon, Magical Holidays activities, entertainment and dining continue the magic at sea with: * A nearly three-deck-tall tree-lighting ceremony in the atrium lobby, where "snow" magically falls * A Christmas Day visit from Santa Goofy, with surprises for all the kids * Special family time, when families join together to design and decorate their own gingerbread houses * A Disney Cruise Line rendition of "T'was the Night Before Christmas" with a reading by Mrs. Claus and caroling by the main stage performers * Traditional holiday feasts in Disney's three themed dining rooms * Multiple faith and inter-denominational holiday services * A ship-wide party to ring in 2005 and a New Year's Day tailgate party At Castaway Cay Additionally, Disney's private island paradise, Castaway Cay, located in the Bahamas, is literally a magical wonderland, where a new themed decor package has transformed the sandy island into a "snowy" holiday hideaway. At a balmy 73 degrees, the forecast calls for snow flurries, ideal for Mr. and Mrs. Snowman (with shell noses and tropical shirts) who greet guests as they step off the gangway onto the island. Guests will also find a 40-foot tall tropical Christmas tree, carolers and a sleigh full of presents in the middle of this Bahamian paradise. Disney characters, dressed in holiday island styles, sign autographs and pose for photos to the beat of holiday tunes while the island's tram that transports guests across the 1,000-acre island has been decorated to resemble a reindeer, complete with antlers and tail. Rates, Dates & Itineraries Three-night cruises depart every Thursday (Dec. 2 ,9, 16, 23 & 30), while four-night cruises depart every Sunday (Dec. 5, 12, 19 & 26) with calls at Nassau, Bahamas and Castaway Cay. Rates start at $409 and $509, respectively. Seven-night cruise vacations depart every Saturday (Dec. 4, 11 & 28) and start at $829, alternating between a western Caribbean itinerary with calls at Key West, Grand Cayman, Cozumel and Castaway Cay and an eastern Caribbean itinerary with calls at St. Maarten, St. Thomas and Castaway Cay. Disney's first-ever 10-night cruise vacation departs Saturday, Dec. 18 with rates starting at $1899. Disney Cruise Line specifically designed its ships with areas and activities that appeal to the unique vacation needs of every member of the family. As a result, its vacations offer guests an unbelievable cruise experience not found anywhere else. During the summer of 2005, Disney Cruise Line will offer its first-ever seven-night cruises to the Mexican Riviera departing from the Port of Los Angeles. With a pre- or post-stay at the Disneyland Resort, guests can combine the fun and excitement of the Disneyland Resort with the enchantment of a Disney cruise. The repositioning of the Disney Magic to southern California also includes two 14-night Panama Canal cruises, nicely blending exotic ports of call with leisurely days at sea. To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a Disney Cruise Line vacation, guests can contact their travel agent. -- dillon "When the French are against it, you know we can't be far wrong." - Adm. Bobbie Ray Inman |
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Thus spake Ray Goldenberg :
Hi Everyone, I received this press release from the Disney Cruise Line and thought it would be of interest. This was the big surprise. If you have missed any of my news' postings, they are available on my web site. The 10 day cruise is all but sold out. The California cruises are all but sold out. The repo cruises were sold out two days after they became available. I haven't checked on any of the holiday cruises, but I'll bet that they are close to full. Balconies and suites normally sell out 12-18 months in advance. Best regards, Ray LIGHTHOUSE TRAVEL 800-719-9917 or 805-566-3905 http://www.lighthousetravel.com Disney Cruise Line Magical Holiday Cruises: Something for Everyone on Santa's List PORT CANAVERAL, Fla., Nov. 22 With a first-ever 10-night holiday cruise, a private island transformed into a 'winter wonderland' and two Disney cruise ships full of holiday magic, Disney Cruise Line has a pixie- dusted celebration lined up for all December cruise vacations this season.(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20031208/FLM023 ) Beginning at Disney's private cruise terminal at Port Canaveral, Fla., festive holiday decor and Disney characters dressed in their season's best await all who board a Magical Holiday sailing. On board the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder, guests find the ships decked with boughs of holly and filled with holiday-themed entertainment and activities for the entire family. On Board Complete with 25 Christmas trees, 25,000 Christmas tree lights, 1,260 feet of garland and 3,600 yards of ribbon, Magical Holidays activities, entertainment and dining continue the magic at sea with: * A nearly three-deck-tall tree-lighting ceremony in the atrium lobby, where "snow" magically falls * A Christmas Day visit from Santa Goofy, with surprises for all the kids * Special family time, when families join together to design and decorate their own gingerbread houses * A Disney Cruise Line rendition of "T'was the Night Before Christmas" with a reading by Mrs. Claus and caroling by the main stage performers * Traditional holiday feasts in Disney's three themed dining rooms * Multiple faith and inter-denominational holiday services * A ship-wide party to ring in 2005 and a New Year's Day tailgate party At Castaway Cay Additionally, Disney's private island paradise, Castaway Cay, located in the Bahamas, is literally a magical wonderland, where a new themed decor package has transformed the sandy island into a "snowy" holiday hideaway. At a balmy 73 degrees, the forecast calls for snow flurries, ideal for Mr. and Mrs. Snowman (with shell noses and tropical shirts) who greet guests as they step off the gangway onto the island. Guests will also find a 40-foot tall tropical Christmas tree, carolers and a sleigh full of presents in the middle of this Bahamian paradise. Disney characters, dressed in holiday island styles, sign autographs and pose for photos to the beat of holiday tunes while the island's tram that transports guests across the 1,000-acre island has been decorated to resemble a reindeer, complete with antlers and tail. Rates, Dates & Itineraries Three-night cruises depart every Thursday (Dec. 2 ,9, 16, 23 & 30), while four-night cruises depart every Sunday (Dec. 5, 12, 19 & 26) with calls at Nassau, Bahamas and Castaway Cay. Rates start at $409 and $509, respectively. Seven-night cruise vacations depart every Saturday (Dec. 4, 11 & 28) and start at $829, alternating between a western Caribbean itinerary with calls at Key West, Grand Cayman, Cozumel and Castaway Cay and an eastern Caribbean itinerary with calls at St. Maarten, St. Thomas and Castaway Cay. Disney's first-ever 10-night cruise vacation departs Saturday, Dec. 18 with rates starting at $1899. Disney Cruise Line specifically designed its ships with areas and activities that appeal to the unique vacation needs of every member of the family. As a result, its vacations offer guests an unbelievable cruise experience not found anywhere else. During the summer of 2005, Disney Cruise Line will offer its first-ever seven-night cruises to the Mexican Riviera departing from the Port of Los Angeles. With a pre- or post-stay at the Disneyland Resort, guests can combine the fun and excitement of the Disneyland Resort with the enchantment of a Disney cruise. The repositioning of the Disney Magic to southern California also includes two 14-night Panama Canal cruises, nicely blending exotic ports of call with leisurely days at sea. To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a Disney Cruise Line vacation, guests can contact their travel agent. -- dillon "When the French are against it, you know we can't be far wrong." - Adm. Bobbie Ray Inman |
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Sue and Kevin Mullen wrote in news:30ftqlF2v98llU1
@uni-berlin.de: Buddy Romaine wrote: Princess has a 3 week cruise visiting South America and Africa this month for less than the Disney Xmas cruise..Could this Xmas Disney cruise really be worth it? You would be amazed at how many people are willing to pay any price to cruise Disney. That is why they can charge so much for their cruises. I've yet to meet someone who's been on a Disney cruise who doesn't recomended it over any of the other mass market lines. All have said they got their money's worth too. |
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On Fri, 26 Nov 2004 14:16:00 -0600, Tony Rice
wrote: Sue and Kevin Mullen wrote in news:30ftqlF2v98llU1 : Buddy Romaine wrote: Princess has a 3 week cruise visiting South America and Africa this month for less than the Disney Xmas cruise..Could this Xmas Disney cruise really be worth it? You would be amazed at how many people are willing to pay any price to cruise Disney. That is why they can charge so much for their cruises. I've yet to meet someone who's been on a Disney cruise who doesn't recomended it over any of the other mass market lines. All have said they got their money's worth too. I know..The reviews are always fantastic..It just means that I'll have to miss this 2005's vacation to be able to afford a Disney Cruise in 2006...I wish I really understood why Disney was so much better. Carnival Tropicale 1982 NCL Dawn 2004 HAL Noordam 2004 |
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"Buddy Romaine" wrote in message ... On Fri, 26 Nov 2004 14:16:00 -0600, Tony Rice wrote: Sue and Kevin Mullen wrote in news:30ftqlF2v98llU1 : Buddy Romaine wrote: Princess has a 3 week cruise visiting South America and Africa this month for less than the Disney Xmas cruise..Could this Xmas Disney cruise really be worth it? You would be amazed at how many people are willing to pay any price to cruise Disney. That is why they can charge so much for their cruises. I've yet to meet someone who's been on a Disney cruise who doesn't recomended it over any of the other mass market lines. All have said they got their money's worth too. I know..The reviews are always fantastic..It just means that I'll have to miss this 2005's vacation to be able to afford a Disney Cruise in 2006...I wish I really understood why Disney was so much better. My first cruise was a Disney 3 day cruise. Since then I've been on a few HAL cruises, with another coming up this summer. Here's the differences I've seen. With HAL you get good service at dinner. You get what you ordered, sometimes they remember what drinks you like from the night before, usually dinner arrives in a timely manner, if the kids order something without the sauce or whatever they almost always can accomodate that. On Disney I didn't even translate what the kids wanted, one waiter dealt with the adult end of the table, the other dealt with the kids. The waiters even cut the kids food for them. So not only do you get the HAL service, you get one better, you get waiters that know how to deal with kids so you aren't dealing with kids. On HAL ships you occasionally see rowdy kids with nothing to do, my kids hand around me. On the Disney cruise I never saw any kids wandering around alone, and usually the kids on the ship were in the kids program, even mine. Disney knows what to do with kids so they have fun, and aren't in the way of the passengers who are happy not seeing the kids, including their parents. The adult only entertainment on the ship is in the adult only area, you don't see kids at raunchy shows, and you don't accidently take kids to shows that aren't appropriate for kids. All venues, even the private island, had adult only areas. And there were no kids there, not in the adult only Paolo restaurant, not on the adult beach, not in the adult pool, not in the adult nightclubs. Mostly because kids had better places to hang out. They didn't make rules that kids weren't allowed in the only hot tubs, they made a more kid friendly hot tub for kids. HAL is very orderly in getting folks on and off the ship. They are good at crowd control. Lines for tendering are long, but move quickly. The Disney ship didn't go to one port that required tendering. Never a line. They just made crowd control unnecessary. If Disney had the iternaries I wanted to go on I would choose Disney, hands down. |
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Cathy Kearns wrote: My first cruise was a Disney 3 day cruise. Since then I've been on a few HAL cruises, with another coming up this summer. Here's the differences I've seen. With HAL you get good service at dinner. You get what you ordered, sometimes they remember what drinks you like from the night before, usually dinner arrives in a timely manner, if the kids order something without the sauce or whatever they almost always can accomodate that. On Disney I didn't even translate what the kids wanted, one waiter dealt with the adult end of the table, the other dealt with the kids. The waiters even cut the kids food for them. So not only do you get the HAL service, you get one better, you get waiters that know how to deal with kids so you aren't dealing with kids. On HAL ships you occasionally see rowdy kids with nothing to do, my kids hand around me. On the Disney cruise I never saw any kids wandering around alone, and usually the kids on the ship were in the kids program, even mine. Disney knows what to do with kids so they have fun, and aren't in the way of the passengers who are happy not seeing the kids, including their parents. The adult only entertainment on the ship is in the adult only area, you don't see kids at raunchy shows, and you don't accidently take kids to shows that aren't appropriate for kids. All venues, even the private island, had adult only areas. And there were no kids there, not in the adult only Paolo restaurant, not on the adult beach, not in the adult pool, not in the adult nightclubs. Mostly because kids had better places to hang out. They didn't make rules that kids weren't allowed in the only hot tubs, they made a more kid friendly hot tub for kids. HAL is very orderly in getting folks on and off the ship. They are good at crowd control. Lines for tendering are long, but move quickly. The Disney ship didn't go to one port that required tendering. Never a line. They just made crowd control unnecessary. When we were on the magic we had to tender in St. Thomas, but that doesn't happen very often. I want to add that at Disney's private island, you "dock", you do not have to tender. It is the only private island that has a dock. If Disney had the iternaries I wanted to go on I would choose Disney, hands down. We will sail Disney again, but like you wish they had other itins on a regular basis. sue |
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