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“Frozen, A Musical Spectacular” Stage Show Coming to Disney Cruise Line

August 26, 2016 by Casey

“For the “first time in forever,” the beloved animated hit “Frozen” is getting the Disney Cruise Line theatrical treatment as a new stage show exclusively aboard the Disney Wonder. “Frozen, A Musical Spectacular” debuts, along with a wave of new enhancements to the ship, on cruises starting Nov. 10, 2016, from Galveston, Texas.

The story will be presented like never before, with an innovative combination of traditional theatrical techniques, modern technology and classic Disney whimsy, completely unique to theDisney Wonder production. The show features dynamic costumes and sets, remarkable special effects and puppetry, and spectacular production numbers that will delight your Clients in new and surprising ways.

“Frozen, A Musical Spectacular” will follow the captivating adventure of royal sisters Anna and Elsa as they embark on a journey to discover the meaning of sisterhood, inner strength and true love. Fans of the film and newcomers alike will be enchanted by favorite characters brought to life onstage along with beautiful renditions of the movie’s iconic music.”

To book your next Disney Cruise and experience the FROZEN magic, contact me today!

 Shared by Casey Cote: Casey Cote is a travel agent with Destinations to Explore. She loves planning incredible vacations at no cost to you. To book your next cruise, all-inclusive resort vacation, family getaway or honeymoon, contact at Casey@destinationstoexplore.com. You can also find her on Facebook!

Filed Under: Cruises, Disney Cruise Line Tagged With: Cruises, Cruising, Disney, Disney Cruise Line

3 Kid-Friendly Cruise Lines to Consider

August 12, 2016 by Casey

Kid-Friendly Cruises

Once upon a time, it was a task to find a cruise line that catered to families with children. Nowadays, major cruise lines have taken their ships to all new levels of fun for little ones and adults alike. Despite the great strides made by cruise lines in accommodating children onboard, choosing the best cruise for your family is still complicated because of the plethora of onboard  activities, kids clubs, and child-themed bells and whistles many of the newer ships offer. Not all cruise lines, ships, and itineraries are created equal. Some cruise lines are better for families with teens, while others would be perfect for those toting toddlers.

Disney Cruise Line

Recommended Ships to Choose: All 4 ships in the Disney fleet are perfect for all ages!

All ships are ideal for families with kids ages 4 to 11, as Disney has the best facilities, dining themes/schedules and programs for this age group. That being said, Disney’s “It’s a Small World Nursery” is perfect for infants and kiddos up to 3 years of age.

Disney takes a separate-but-together approach to its kids programming, mainly to accommodate siblings and friends traveling together. The Oceaneer Club and Oceaneer Lab allow children from 3 to 12 to access the same spaces but with programming separated in two- and three-year increments. On all three ships, the Oceaneer Club offers several themed play areas, including Andy’s Room (from “Toy Story”). On Fantasy and Dream, you’ll find the Laugh Floor (from “Monsters, Inc.”), while on Magic you’ll encounter Marvel’s Avengers Academy, a S.H.I.E.L.D. command post, where kids can interact with the Avengers through a virtual game The Oceaneer Lab has an Animator’s Studio and a mini sound studio. Cool additions to both spaces are Magic Play floors, which allow kids to use their feet to play interactive games. A Small World for-fee nursery is available to care for little ones ages 6 months to 3 years. These ships also have a kids club dedicated entirely to tweens, ages 11 to 14, with activities like video games, karaoke and computers. The teen club, Vibe (ages 14 to 17), has modular furniture and a cool coffee shop feel to it.

Disney Fantasy has a Muppets-themed mystery game and the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, where little girls are transformed into princesses. Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique also coming to Disney Wonder in 2016.

Royal Caribbean Cruises

Recommended Ships to Choose: Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas

Royal Caribbean has some of the largest ships that are are ideal for families with kids of all ages, as well as multigenerational family groups. Oasis and Allure have an incredible display of family-friendly activities and entertainment — 4 pools, 10 hot tubs, a 3D theater, rock-climbing walls, ice-skating rink, 2 FlowRider surf simulators and a zip line — and an array of family cabins to accommodate groups of varying sizes. Royal Caribbean’s kids clubs are among the largest dedicated kids facilities in cruising…there’s a toddlers-only splash pool, an arts and crafts workshop, a video arcade and computer stations. Oasis-class ships also have a theater and Science Lab, and teens will love the Fuel nightclub and the Living Room, a coffeehouse-style hangout.

Royal Caribbean separates kids into Aquanauts (ages 3 to 5), Explorers (6 to 8) and Voyagers (9 to 11). Kids from ages 12 to 14 can take part in “open mic” karaoke contests and rock wall challenges, while members of the oldest group (15 to 17) have their own themed parties and sports competitions. Both tweens and teens have access to a separate teen lounge, where they can come and go as they like. The Royal Tots and Royal Babies programs provide interactive classes and activities (when children are accompanied by a parent) for children from 6 months to 36 months old, as well as drop-off baby-sitting services. Excellent Broadway-style shows in the evenings will keep the older crowd engaged, while the DreamWorks experience offers character breakfasts, parades and meet-and-greets for little ones.

Norwegian Cruise Line

Recommended Ships to Choose: Norwegian Epic, Norwegian Getaway, Norwegian Breakaway

With Norwegian’s Freestyle Cruising concept and cruise casual atmosphere, it’s great choice for families with kids of any age, particularly those who don’t want to be be held to strict dining times and overly stuffy venues.

Norwegian’s Splash Academy features separate activities for kids ages 3 to 5, 6 to 9 and 10 to 12. Children can do arts and crafts, sing karaoke and play video games. Epic’s facility has a jungle gym, plenty of room to roam and a cool interactive light-up dance floor. The two-story Splash Academy, found on both Breakaway and Getaway, is the line’s largest children’s space at sea, home to high-tech games, a circus school and a small cinema. Lower-level activities are divided for age groups 3 to 5 and 6 to 9, while kids 10 to 12 occupy the upper level of the club. Entourage is a space for teens 13 to 17, and it has air hockey, video games, plush couches and flat-screen TVs. Entourage turns into a teens-only nightclub at night. Both ships have small nursery play areas for babies 6 months to 2 years, where parents can come and interact with their children. Late-night group baby-sitting is available for a fee.

Ready to cruise and need help choosing the right cruise line for your family? Contact me today!

Shared by Casey Cote: Casey Cote is a travel agent with Destinations to Explore. She loves planning incredible vacations at no cost to you. To book your next cruise, all-inclusive resort vacation, family getaway or honeymoon, contact at Casey@destinationstoexplore.com. You can also find her on Facebook!

Filed Under: Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Kid-Friendly, Royal Caribbean Tagged With: Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Kid-Friendly, Royal Caribbean

Magical Enhancements Coming to the Disney Wonder

August 5, 2016 by Casey

Disney Wonder

In Fall 2016, new onboard experiences for the whole family are coming to the Disney Wonder cruise ship—let’s take a peek at what magical enhancements are on the horizon!

Marvel Super Hero Academy
“The Marvel universe comes to life in Marvel Super Hero Academy. Here, kids can train to develop the brave and adventurous heroes inside themselves. It’s an exciting addition to Disney’s Oceaneer Club, the engaging and interactive space just for children.

Exclusively on the Disney Wonder, Marvel Super Hero Academy will offer extraordinary adventures in which each young Guest plays an integral role. With the mentorship of some of Marvel’s greatest Super Heroes, young trainees will learn the value of teamwork, bravery and problem solving through hands-on play and programs.

Throughout the academy, displays will feature equipment that helps make Marvel Super Heroes the mightiest in the universe. Captain America’s World War II shield, Iron Man’s helmet, Spider-Man’s web shooters and Black Widow’s gauntlets will inspire young Super Hero recruits.”

More Fun for Young Guests
“In Disney’s Oceaneer Club, open to children ages three to 12 years old, kid-sized fun continues with new play spaces and more character interactions than ever before.

  • Frozen Adventures is where fun takes the form of imaginative play and hands-on activities. On the digital screen, Olaf leads summery games with a wintery twist and a sing-a-long of “In Summer.” In another festive activity, young Guests prepare for a coronation and receive a truly royal visit by Anna and Elsa.
  • Club Disney Junior features favorite Disney Junior characters, storytelling and games. During one activity, Doc McStuffins pays a visit to the club to help children diagnose and treat the stuffed animals.
  • Andy’s Room is where kids feel toy-sized in the multi-level play space themed to the Disney•Pixar “Toy Story” trilogy. As a special treat, Woody appears in person to join youngsters in a hoedown and Jesse stops by to join in a scavenger hunt.

These and other spaces provide the perfect settings for children to not only meet their favorite characters but to dance, play and spend quality time with them.

A new “it’s a small world” nursery will delight the youngest cruisers with a whimsical world inspired by the style of the legendary theme park attraction.”

Tiana’s Place Restaurant
“Exclusive to the Disney Wonder, Tiana’s Place restaurant will transport guests to an era of southern charm, spirited jazz and street party celebrations. With a menu influenced by southern-style cuisine, Tiana’s Place will provide food for the body and soul, showing that dreams and dishes come true.

Guests of Tiana’s Place, the restaurant inspired by Princess Tiana in the Disney animated feature, “The Princess and the Frog,” will be treated to a celebration of New Orleans dining and entertainment. Live music will be performed on the main stage, with rhythmic, toe-tapping notes of jazz, swing and blues setting the tone for the French Quarter supper club atmosphere. Chefs will cook up Tiana’s recipes, drawing inspiration from the flavors and ingredients of the Louisiana bayou.

Cheers, to an English Pub
“The adult district includes a brand-new pub that invites guests to take a jaunt to an authentic English tavern. Dark woods, plush leather furniture and brass accents are reminiscent of a friendly neighborhood pub. A selection of British and specialty beers create the perfect pub atmosphere where adult guests can sip a pint or cocktail, or sample a brew made especially for the pub. Subtle nods to classic Disney films set in London can be found in artwork, props and other bits ‘n bobs throughout the pub.”
Throughout the Disney Wonder, other new and enhanced areas will include:

  • After Hours – a new adult district featuring an English pub, an all-new night club and a shiny new model of the popular Cadillac Lounge
  • A reimagined and relaxing Senses Spa & Salon and a new Chill Teen Spa
  • Animator’s Palate main dining restaurant updated to introduce the popular “Drawn to Magic” and “Animation Magic” dinner shows
  • D Lounge for family games and entertainment
  • Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique providing magical makeovers for children
  • Edge club for tweens
  • Cabanas casual dining location
  • Palo specialty restaurant makeover with Venetian-inspired décor
  • A brand-new Walt Disney Theatre production, combining traditional theatrical techniques, modern technology and classic Disney whimsy

The ship’s upper decks also will be redesigned for water fun:

  • Twist ‘n’ Spout water slide
  • Dory’s Reef is a splash zone that offers water play for toddlers
  • AquaLab is a pool and interactive water play area for kids and families

Disney Wonder undergoes dry dock from September 9 to October 23, 2016, in Cadiz, Spain, then the new enhancements will debut on sailings starting November 10 from Galveston, Texas. So stay tuned!

Interested in experiencing the reimagined Disney Wonder for yourself? Contact me today!

Shared by Casey Cote: Casey Cote is a travel agent with Destinations to Explore. She loves planning incredible vacations at no cost to you. To book your next cruise, all-inclusive resort vacation, family getaway or honeymoon, contact at Casey@destinationstoexplore.com. You can also find her on Facebook!

Filed Under: Cruises, Disney Cruise Line Tagged With: Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Wonder

Disney Cruise Line Returning to NYC, Texas, and California in Fall 2017!

June 17, 2016 by Casey

Disney Cruise Line

Disney Cruise Line to offer more dreamy destinations in Fall 2017! Cast off the coast of Florida, Texas or New York to enchanting Bahamian ports of call. Sail from California on Baja and Mexican Riviera cruises. Or, discover magical New England and Canadian voyages departing from New York.

Itineraries and Featured Ports for Fall 2017

Eastern Caribbean
Surround yourself with crystal blue waters, powder-soft beaches and nonstop family fun on a 7-night cruise to treasured islands like Tortola, St. John and Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay.

Western Caribbean
Soak up the natural beauty and vibrant cultures of 3 tropical ports of call—Cozumel, Grand Cayman and Falmouth, Jamaica—during a 7-night roundtrip cruise from Port Canaveral that includes a fun stop at Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay.

Bahamas
Disney Cruise Line sails to the Bahamas on a variety of sun-soaked itineraries. All cruises include a stop at Disney’s private island paradise, Castaway Cay. And now, on special sailings from New York, Guests can take advantage of a convenient stop in Florida to visit Walt Disney World®!

Canadian Coast
Sail from New York to handsome ports of call with a selection of itineraries featuring destinations like St. John, Charlottetown, Bar Harbor and fascinating cities in beautiful Nova Scotia.

Baja and Mexican Riviera
Relish a weekend getaway from San Diego to Ensenada—known for its stellar surfing conditions, innovative cuisine and legendary hot springs. Or, extend your vacation to visit lovely Cabo San Lucas. Take a week-long Mexican Riviera cruise to explore Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta and beyond!

Transatlantic
Delve into the rich history of several port cities—including Cadiz, Spain and Ponta Delgada (Azores), Portugal. There’s a bounty of sights for you to discover over the course of your 11-night sailing.

Panama Canal
Savor top-notch amenities aboard a 14-night coast-to-coast cruise that takes you through the world-famous Panama Canal. Call upon blissful port cities in Mexico, Colombia and the Caribbean before arriving in Galveston, Texas.

Want more info on Disney Cruise Line and these amazing 2017 sailings? Contact me today!

Written by Casey Cote: Casey Cote is a travel agent with Destinations to Explore. She loves planning incredible vacations at no cost to you. To book your next cruise, all-inclusive resort vacation, family getaway or honeymoon, contact at Casey@destinationstoexplore.com. You can also find her on Facebook!

Filed Under: Caribbean, Disney Cruise Line Tagged With: Cruises, Disney Cruise Line

Enjoy Great Rates on Select Disney Cruises to the Caribbean & Mediterranean!

May 27, 2016 by Casey

Disney Cruise

Enjoy the perfect family vacation at sea and save 20% on select upcoming summer Disney Cruises.

Exciting adventures, lively entertainment or pool-time play with Disney characters―there’s a bounty of captivating activities for everyone in your family to discover onboard and at exciting ports of call! No better time to take a Disney cruise. Act now–don’t let these rates sail away without you!

Explore these great itineraries currently eligible for this offer:

7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise – Set sail from Port Canaveral aboard Disney Fantasy on June 18, 2016. Save 20% off prevailing Verandah rates by booking Verandah Staterooms with Restrictions (Category VGT).*

 

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise – Set sail from Port Canaveral aboard Disney Fantasy on June 25, 2016. Save 20% off prevailing Verandah rates by booking Verandah Staterooms with Restrictions (Category VGT).*

 

7-Night Mediterranean Cruise – Set sail from Barcelona aboard Disney Magic on August 20, 2016. Save 20% off prevailing Inside Stateroom rates by booking Inside Staterooms with Restrictions (Category IGT).*

*Terms and conditions apply.

Ready to book your next magical Disney Cruise vacation? Contact me today!

Written by Casey Cote: Casey Cote is a travel agent with Destinations to Explore. She loves planning incredible vacations at no cost to you. To book your next cruise, all-inclusive resort vacation, family getaway or honeymoon, contact at Casey@destinationstoexplore.com. You can also find her on Facebook!

Filed Under: Caribbean, Cruises, Disney Cruise Line Tagged With: caribbean, Cruise, Disney Cruise Line, Mediterranean

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