26th Jan, 2012

Disney Cruise Line Unveiled New Itineraries and Ports for 2013

2013 Itinerary Details

Bahamas and Western Caribbean from Miami – Starting December 23, 2012, the Disney Wonder will sail from Miami with one 6-night and one 7-night Caribbean voyage. Then, in 2013, the ship will shift to 4- and 5-night cruises from Miami to the Bahamas and Western Caribbean.

 

Mediterranean from Barcelona – Starting June 1, 2013, the Disney Magic returns to the Mediterranean, offering the best of Europe and a few new twists. Included are a 4-night option and special 12-night sailings that visit new destinations such as Venice, Italy and Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast on one itinerary and Ephesus, Turkey and the Greek Isles (including Athens) on another. All sailings will depart from Barcelona, Spain, including the season’s 7-night voyages.

 

Western Caribbean from Galveston, Texas – The Disney Magic, which begins sailing from Texas in 2012, will continue to sail 6- and 8-night cruises from the Port of Galveston to the Western Caribbean through May 2013.

 

Alaska from Vancouver – Starting May 27, 2013, the Disney Wonder will sail 7-night voyages from Vancouver to Tracy Arm, Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan, Alaska.

 

Caribbean and Bahamas from Port Canaveral – In 2013, the Disney Fantasy and the Disney Dream will continue to delight families with a variety of Caribbean and Bahamian itineraries departing from Port Canaveral. These include 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean sailings on the Disney Fantasy, and 3-, 4- and 5-night Bahamian cruises on the Disney Dream.

 

Adventures by Disney Options – Available on select voyages in Europe, Guests can maximize the magic of their vacations with 3- and 4-night pre-cruise Adventures by Disney vacation itineraries in Barcelona and Madrid. These immersive add-on allow families to enjoy the culture of the region with VIP access in the most sought-after destinations as well as hands-on lessons in archeology, flamenco dancing and local cuisine.

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25th Jan, 2012

At Disney World, Obama reveals plan to increase U.S. tourism

By Johanna Jainchill

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — With Cinderella Castle as a backdrop and under a cloudless blue sky, President Barack Obama on Thursday issued a message to the world: “America is open for business.”

Obama earlier in the day issued an executive order to ease U.S. visa policies and expand the number of countries in the Visa Waiver Program, with the goal of increasing inbound U.S. tourism.

“I want America to be the number one tourist destination in the world,” Obama told the crowd at Disney’s Magic Kingdom.

To do that, Obama said he has directed his administration to increase by 40% the visa-processing capacity in China and Brazil, where securing a visa to visit the U.S. can take up to a year.

He noted that Brazil and China have emerging middle classes and citizens with growing disposable income, but that onerous U.S. visa policies mean their citizens have difficulty getting to the U.S.

“People want to come here, and Brazil and China are two of the countries with the biggest backlogs,” Obama said.

“That’s what today is all about: telling the world that America is open for business.”

Obama said the new tourism strategy is part of his job-creation plan.

“The more folks who visit America, the more Americans we get back to work,” he said. “It’s that simple.”

Touching on the difficult balance between maintaining safe borders and the interests of the tourism sector, Obama said, “There’s no reason we can’t do both.”

Obama also said he is instructing his administration to expand the Visa Waiver Program to more nations, such as Taiwan.

In addition, the Obama administration aims to expand Global Entry, a program that allows expedited clearance at the airport for pre-screened international travelers.

While it has been suggested in the media that Obama’s speech was as much about his reelection campaign (Florida is projected to be a key swing state) as it was about tourism, U.S. Travel Association CEO Roger Dow commended Obama for being “the first sitting president to say that increasing travel and tourism is important.”

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24th Jan, 2012

Disney Cruise Lines – Magical Adventures

From the hearts and minds of the dream-makers at Disney come some of the most imaginative vessels afloat: The Disney Magic® and the Disney Wonder® plus the Disney Dream and their news ship being built the Disney Fantasy. Upon stepping aboard guests from 3 to 83 will be enchanted by the endless number of age specific activities, Disney themed stage shows and ultra spacious staterooms.

There is a phrase in the travel industry about the “Disney Way” That means no just things to spark your imagination but the utmost in customer service and touches that make the difference because nobody else does or have them.  Such as their private island Cast away Cay is not just another beach  but an adventure park, no detail was left out including the Disney Post office. Attention to detail and customer experience make this cruise line always at the top as far as experience and destinations.

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22nd Jan, 2012

Travel Quote – Remembering

“Like all great travelers, I have seen more than I remember, and remember more than I have seen.”
~ Benjamin Disraeli

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21st Jan, 2012

Travel Quote – Mark Twain’s Wisdom

“I have found out that there ain’t no surer way to find out whether you like people or hate them than to travel with them.”
~ Mark Twain

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20th Jan, 2012

Compagnie du Ponant – Unique Sailing

Compagnie du Ponant’s eclectic collection of intimate ships makes it one of the most unique cruise lines sailing the seven seas. Be it a sleek mega-yacht, a sailing ship or expedition vessel, you’ll feel like a celebrity as you travel to intriguing hideaways the big ships just can’t reach. Being pampered in this style is a new & unique form of cruising for many who have cruised before. It is a delightful difference to traditional cruises.

Looking for a departure from the norm , then this is something to explore & enjoy as a new cruising alternative.

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17th Jan, 2012

Travel Quote – Travelers’ Way Of Thinking

“Travelers never think that THEY are the foreigners.”
~ Mason Cooley

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16th Jan, 2012

Travel Quote – In honor of Martin Luther King

“If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.”

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15th Jan, 2012

Paul Gauguin – Exotic Luxury

Paul Gauguin Cruises is committed to providing an unequaled luxury cruise experience uniquely tailored to the wonders of Tahiti, French Polynesia and the South Pacific. The luxurious Paul Gauguin features elegant dining rooms and lounges paired with the most excellent service to make sure you have the best vacation experience.

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14th Jan, 2012

Travel Quote – Traveling Light

“He who would travel happily must travel light.”

~ Antoine de Saint-Exupery

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