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tjkraz
03-20-2006, 04:48 PM
I don't know much about the cruise world, but did notice the comments here about 2007 info being absent. Apparently there will be a big announcement tomorrow (3/21) with info on the missing dates:

(from MousePlanet.com)
Disney Cruise Line to announce mystery itineraries tomorrow

Three weeks ago, we reported that the Disney Cruise Line would start booking guests on March 28 for the as-yet-unannounced itineraries for Summer 2007 aboard the Disney Magic. We stated that reports pointed to Mediterranean itineraries between mid-May and Labor Day weekend. Fourteen-night Trans-Atlantic repositioning cruises would run May 12-26 and August 18-September 1, with alternating 10- and 11-night Mediterranean cruises running in between those dates.

Disney will be officially announcing the itineraries tomorrow, almost a week ahead of the start of bookings. The announcement will take place at Epcot's World Showcase, further fueling the anticipation that the itineraries would be a Mediterranean cruise to European ports. The information from that announcement will be posted on our Disney Cruise Line discussion forum (link) tomorrow afternoon, and we hope to have a full report from that announcement for you next week.

Anticipation of the announcement has been fueled by Mystery at Sea (link), a page on the Disney Cruise Line's Web site, which has given clues indicating various points around the globe. The clues have indicated sites such as Alaska, Hawaii and the South China Sea, but the most recent clue on Friday shows global coordinates matching those of Disneyland Paris.

If the Mediterranean cruise rumors pan out, it would certainly make it easier for our European readers to enjoy a Disney cruise without having to fly across the Atlantic. It would also seem to indicate the likelihood of land/sea packages with Disneyland Paris. The Trans-Atlantic repositioning cruises would also be the first for the ship since its maiden voyage from the shipyards to its home at Port Canaveral.

The waiting list (which is currently closed to new requests) is expected to be cleared by April 3, and on April 4 all remaining berths will become available to the general public. There will be some availability left in stateroom categories 4-12 at that time.

If you are not on Disney's waiting list and want a shot at the remaining berths, you can contact MousePlanet sponsor Small World Vacations (link) to get on their agency's list, and they will start their attempts at booking as soon as the phones open up on April 4.

doombuggy
03-22-2006, 12:15 AM
Disney Cruise Line Takes its Magic to Europe (3/21/06)

Speaking from Walt Disney World Resort, Disney Cruise Line President Tom McAlpin announced today the newest itinerary for the Disney Magic — 10- and 11-night Mediterranean cruises.

Based on Disney Cruise Line Guest suggestions, Tom said Europe was an obvious choice for a new itinerary. "Our Guests have told us they would love to take a European vacation, but all of the planning and logistics can be daunting," he said. "These special sailings will offer a hassle-free way to experience the beauty and culture of Europe combined with the fun of a Disney cruise."

The Mediterranean voyages will begin in May 2007, based out of the Port of Barcelona in Spain, and will include eight ports of call providing gateways to such famous cities as Florence, Rome, Pisa and Cannes. Additionally, two 14-night trans-Atlantic sailings will be available as the ship repositions itself to Spain in May and back to Florida in August.

"The flexibility and mobility of Disney Cruise Line allow us to offer Guests a new way to explore other parts of the world while enjoying a world-class cruise experience," said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Jay Rasulo. "Disney Cruise Line is a model for the way we are expanding our family vacation business worldwide by offering new experiences the whole family can enjoy."

First launched in July 1998, the Disney Magic sails mostly throughout the Caribbean from its home port in Port Canaveral, Fla., and also traveled west for several Mexican Riviera cruises in summer 2005. Bookings for the new itineraries are scheduled to open April 4, 2006.

Rozzie
03-22-2006, 02:28 AM
I have been drooling all day long over the med cruise announcement. It is our dream vacation/trip of a lifetime. All the ports of call on our list to visit before we die. Yet, there is no way DH could get that much time off. Oh well, good luck to all those planning/trying/pleading to get booked for these cruises. Wow. All I can say is WOW.....:faint:

SSRscratchBVC
03-23-2006, 01:05 AM
The Best Part of this Announcement.................:woohoodan

You can use your points on April 4th!

No waiting!:clappingh

Decisions Decisions

:fingerscr

Scratch