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‘A love of exploration:’ Disney Treasure makes magical arrival at Port Canaveral
Read full article: ‘A love of exploration:’ Disney Treasure makes magical arrival at Port CanaveralAfter a transatlantic journey and a little detour, Disney's newest cruise ship is expected to arrive at its new home port.
Disney Cruise ship rescues 4 stranded boaters on way to Port Canaveral
Read full article: Disney Cruise ship rescues 4 stranded boaters on way to Port CanaveralA Disney Cruise ship heading to its new home in Port Canaveral rescued four stranded boaters on Sunday morning, officials with the company said.
Mickey & Minnie Mouse to sport Junkanoo-style outfits at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point
Read full article: Mickey & Minnie Mouse to sport Junkanoo-style outfits at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse PointIn an exciting collaboration, distinguished Bahamian fashion designer Theodore Elyett is weaving his artistic magic to create distinctive looks for Mickey and Minnie Mouse, exclusively for Disney’s Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.
Disney pouring $60B into ambitious parks expansion. Here’s the spending plan
Read full article: Disney pouring $60B into ambitious parks expansion. Here’s the spending planThe Walt Disney Company is planning to invest approximately $60 billion into its theme parks and cruise lines over the next decade, as the company looks to continue growing one of its more successful business segments.
Disney Cruise Line to celebrate honorary Castaway Club members with new display
Read full article: Disney Cruise Line to celebrate honorary Castaway Club members with new displayGuests visiting Disney Cruise Line’s private island, Castaway Cay, will soon see a new display that commemorates some of the company’s most prestigious passengers.
Peter Pan and Captain Hook sculptures to be on stern of all-new Disney Treasure
Read full article: Peter Pan and Captain Hook sculptures to be on stern of all-new Disney TreasureThe company said its sixth ship is scheduled for delivery in 2024, paving the way for new experiences that immerse guests in some of the company’s most legendary stories.
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon hosts World’s Largest Swimming Lesson
Read full article: Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon hosts World’s Largest Swimming LessonWalt Disney World and Disney Cruise Line team up to invite more than 650 kids from six Florida nonprofits to Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park for the 14th annual World’s Largest Swimming Lesson – the largest swim lesson site in all of Florida.
Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship heading to Singapore
Read full article: Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship heading to SingaporeDisney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism Board today announced magical cruise vacations to Southeast Asia for the first time, revealed by Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro and Singapore’s Minister for Transport and Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations, S. Iswaran.
‘Little Mermaid’ among entertainment headliners on all-new Disney Wish
Read full article: ‘Little Mermaid’ among entertainment headliners on all-new Disney WishGuests stepping onboard Disney’s new cruise ship, the Disney Wish, will have the chance to see a number of unique theatrical stage shows and performances.
Inside look at the magical suites on the Disney Wish
Read full article: Inside look at the magical suites on the Disney WishWhen the Disney Wish sets sail on its maiden voyage in July, guests will take part in a number of magical new experiences from the worlds of Star Wars, Frozen, Marvel and so much more.
Pet stingrays, paddle boat or just get away from the kids at Disney’s private island
Read full article: Pet stingrays, paddle boat or just get away from the kids at Disney’s private islandIf you’re planning to sail on a Disney Cruise out of Port Canaveral, you’re more than likely making a stop at Disney’s private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay.
Make-A-Wish children to be honored as godchildren of new Disney Wish ship
Read full article: Make-A-Wish children to be honored as godchildren of new Disney Wish shipDisney Cruise Line announced Friday that all Make-A-Wish children, including past, present and future wish recipients, will be honored as godchildren of the Disney Wish.
Disney Dream bids farewell to Port Canaveral after more than decade in service
Read full article: Disney Dream bids farewell to Port Canaveral after more than decade in serviceIn order to make room at Port Canaveral, the company is shuffling some of its cruise ships around, including the Disney Dream.
Disney Cruise Line shares details about ‘Little Mermaid’ show on Disney Wish
Read full article: Disney Cruise Line shares details about ‘Little Mermaid’ show on Disney WishDisney Cruise Line has shared even more details about the all-new show “Disney the Little Mermaid” aboard its new cruise ship the Disney Wish.
Disney Cruise Line delays inaugural sailing of all-new Disney Wish
Read full article: Disney Cruise Line delays inaugural sailing of all-new Disney WishDisney Cruise Line informed guests that the much-anticipated arrival of the Disney Wish ship will be delayed by six weeks, the company said on Thursday.
New COVID vaccine requirement now in effect on Disney cruises for children 5 and older
Read full article: New COVID vaccine requirement now in effect on Disney cruises for children 5 and olderA new COVID-19 vaccine requirement is now in effect on Disney cruises that requires all guests 5 years and older to be vaccinated in order to set sail.
Florida averages 1,547 daily COVID cases as DeSantis signs anti-vaccine mandate laws
Read full article: Florida averages 1,547 daily COVID cases as DeSantis signs anti-vaccine mandate lawsGov. Ron DeSantis signed off on four bills Thursday to prohibit mandated COVID-19 vaccinations for Florida students and workers, calling HB 1B the “strongest piece of legislation” enacted against such mandates anywhere in the U.S.
‘That’s what it’s going to take for us to go forward:’ Cruise expert on Disney vaccine requirement
Read full article: ‘That’s what it’s going to take for us to go forward:’ Cruise expert on Disney vaccine requirementThe Disney Cruise Line has announced all passengers over the age of five will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to board their ships in 2022.
Disney Cruise Line to require guests 5 and older to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Read full article: Disney Cruise Line to require guests 5 and older to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19Disney Cruise Line announced Wednesday they will be requiring all guests age 5 and up to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Disney Cruise Line shares new experiences for kids, teens coming to Disney Wish
Read full article: Disney Cruise Line shares new experiences for kids, teens coming to Disney WishDisney Cruise Line has shared new details about some of the new experiences for children and teens onboard its all-new cruise ship, the Disney Wish.
‘See you real soon:’ Disney Cruise Line to resume sailings out of Port Canaveral next month
Read full article: ‘See you real soon:’ Disney Cruise Line to resume sailings out of Port Canaveral next monthAfter more than a yearlong hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic, Disney Cruise Line is set to resume sailings out of Port Canaveral next month.
Disney Cruise Line plans ‘test sailing’ out of Port Canaveral
Read full article: Disney Cruise Line plans ‘test sailing’ out of Port CanaveralDisney Cruise Line plans to have a “test sailing” out of Port Canaveral, departing Saturday afternoon, as a key step toward Disney resuming operations with paying passengers from U.S. ports, News 6 partner Florida Today reports.
Here’s how soon Royal Caribbean cruise ships could set sail from Florida ports
Read full article: Here’s how soon Royal Caribbean cruise ships could set sail from Florida portsRoyal Caribbean cruise ships will soon set sail from Florida ports once again after more than a yearlong hiatus due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Disney cruise passengers sue, claiming they caught coronavirus on board ship last year
Read full article: Disney cruise passengers sue, claiming they caught coronavirus on board ship last yearDisney Cruise Line faces four lawsuits filed this past week by passengers from Arizona and Utah who claim they contracted COVID-19 during a cruise at the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020, News 6 partner Florida Today reports. The plaintiffs in the case allege that Disney would not allow them to cancel or reschedule their cruise on the Fantasy cruise ship scheduled from March 7-14 last year despite concerns about the coronavirus and the passengers’ autoimmune conditions and compromised health. AdThe plaintiffs said normal activities remained open during the cruise and that passengers were often crowded together in small areas, despite the known risks. “No guests or crew reported symptoms of COVID-19 while aboard the Disney Fantasy during the March 7, 2020, sailing. In the lawsuits, the plaintiffs’ argument outlines how a previous coronavirus outbreak on a Carnival cruise ship infected 700 passengers, causing the ship to anchor at a Japanese harbor for two weeks.
Disney, Carnival cruise lines suspend sailings through May
Read full article: Disney, Carnival cruise lines suspend sailings through MayPORT CANAVERAL, Fla. – Both Disney and Carnival cruise lines have extended their suspensions on sailings for at least another month, according to updated travel advisories from the companies. Disney Cruise Line issued its latest COVID-19 travel alert on Wednesday, saying all departures have been halted through May and Disney Magic sailings will remain on pause through Aug. 10. AdDisney Wonder’s scheduled season also remains up in the air due to restrictions from the Canadian government, according to the cruise line. Disney cruise line officials said affected guests and travel agents will receive an email outlining details and next steps. Anyone who booked a Disney cruise through a travel agent should contact the agent directly.
Disney Cruise Line suspends cruises through April
Read full article: Disney Cruise Line suspends cruises through AprilORLANDO, Fla. – Disney Cruise Line has now suspended sailings through April, according to its latest coronavirus travel alert. It has also suspended some departures into the following month. The cruise line announced that sailings aboard the Disney Fantasy are canceled through April 24 and vacations onboard the Disney Dream are suspended through April 30. The Disney Wonder will not be departing from any port until at least May 12. Disney added that it is working to continue to refine its protocols as it awaits further guidance from the CDC.
Disney cancels cruises through February due to pandemic
Read full article: Disney cancels cruises through February due to pandemicORLANDO, Fla. – Disney Cruise Line announced Friday that it has canceled its sailings through February due to the coronavirus pandemic. “As we continue to refine our protocols for our eventual return to service, we have decided to cancel all departures through February 28, 2021. Sailings are canceled onboard the Disney Magic through February 25; the Disney Wonder and Disney Dream through February 26; and the Disney Fantasy through February 27. Guests who have not paid their reservations in full will automatically receive a refund of what they have paid thus far. “Our team at Disney Cruise Line remains focused on the health and well-being of our guests and team members.
Coronavirus: Disney Cruise Line suspends all departures through end of January 2021
Read full article: Coronavirus: Disney Cruise Line suspends all departures through end of January 2021[TRENDING: Another vaccine ‘highly effective’ | Man wrestles gator to save dog | Box installed at fire station for abandoned babies]“Our team at Disney Cruise Line remains focused on the health and well-being of our Guests and team members. Additional sailings are canceled for the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder and Disney Dream through February 1 and the Disney Fantasy through February 6. All new: 🚢Disney Cruise Line extends suspension of all departures through Jan. 31, 2021 @DisneyCruise | Here are the dates impacted. Affected guests and travel agents will receive an email from Disney Cruise Line outlining details and next steps. Those who booked directly with Disney Cruise Line and have questions after receiving their email should call 866-325-6685 or 407-566-7797.
Disney Cruise Line extends cancellations through mid-December
Read full article: Disney Cruise Line extends cancellations through mid-DecemberDisney Cruise Line is extending its cancellations of sailings through mid-December. On its website, a statement titled “Disney Cruise Line Coronavirus (COVID-19) Travel Alert,” said, “As we continue to refine health and safety protocols for our future return to service and await direction from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Disney Cruise Line has decided to further extend its suspension of new sailings.”Disney officials said all cruises are canceled for the Disney Fantasy through at least Dec. 6. For other ships, like the Disney Dream and Wonder, cancellations are in effect through Dec. 11. [TRENDING: ‘God, forgive me:’ Mom arrested on murder charge | Trump pushes for $1,200 direct payments | Daylight Saving Time debate]Previously, the cruise line canceled its sailings through November, but as cases of COVID-19 continued to rise and the hunt for a vaccine continues, the cruise line decided to extend the cancellations to keep guests and employees safe. Anyone who booked a cruise before the cancellations will receive a full refund, Disney officials said.
Disney Cruise Line suspends additional sailings, some through fall
Read full article: Disney Cruise Line suspends additional sailings, some through fallAll rights reserved)ORLANDO, Fla. Disney Cruise Line announced it was suspending additional sailings Monday due to the coronavirus pandemic. The cruise line suspended the following:Disney Magic sailings through Oct. 2. Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy sailings through July 27. Guests and travel agents will receive an email from Disney Cruise Line outlining details and next steps. Below is a list of Disney Cruise Line departures that have been affected.
Jury awards $4 million to Disney Cruise Line worker
Read full article: Jury awards $4 million to Disney Cruise Line workerPORT CANAVERAL, FL – A Florida jury has decided that a Disney Cruise Line worker deserves $4 million from the company based on her claim that she got inadequate medical care from ship doctors after she was hit by a car during a port of call. The Brevard County jury earlier this month ordered the cruise line to pay Maria Ana Reis Martins the judgment. The Miami Herald reports that it included $2 million for lost earnings, $1 million for pain and suffering and $1 million for punishment. It is the first time that Disney Cruise Line has a lost a personal injury case involving a ship worker in a jury trial, said Julio Ayala, Martins' attorney. A phone message seeking comment left with the cruise line on Tuesday wasn’t immediately returned.