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Disney News Round-up: Halloween on the High Seas and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

What's that you say? It's ONLY August so why are we talking about Halloween already? Well, because this year's Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party starts on August 25 at the Walt Disney World Resort! And, if you're sailing Disney Cruise Line this fall you can celebrate Halloween on the High Seas too!

Disney Cruise Line to Keep Two Largest Ships in Port Canaveral

Disney Cruise Line's two largest ships, the Dream and Fantasy, will continue to call Port Canaveral their home port through 2016.

Disney Cruise Line Celebrating the Holidays on the High Seas

Celebrate the holidays on the high seas this year during Disney Cruise Line's Very Merrytime Cruises starting in late November.

The Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, and Disney Fantasy will all be celebrating the holidays with special events and more through New Year's Eve.

Disney Cruise Line Institutes New Policy for Door Decorations

If you're taking a Disney cruise and can't wait to decorate your stateroom door, listen up. Disney Cruise Lines announced a new policy that forbids guests from decorating their doors using adhesive products. Guests violating the rule will face a $100 fine.

Security Increased At Disney Fantasy Shipyard Following Damage To Ship

Disney Fantasy, the newest Disney Cruise Ship currently under construction in a Germany shipyard, sustained water damage earlier this month. Now, Meyer Werft has boosted its security for the yard.

A mysterious water valve leak aboard the Fantasy caused water damage on the ship sometime in early December. While early reports out of Germany had the damage estimated at over $1 million, Disney has called that figure an exaggeration. According to Disney spokeswoman Rebecca Peddle, "There was some water damage that resulted in them having to replace some carpeting. It was not significant."

December 2012 Disney Wonder Sailings to Mexico Canceled

Four Disney Wonder cruises from Los Angeles to Mexico set for December 2012 have been dropped. The cruises were to set sail December 9, 16, 23, and 30 to destinations in Mexico like Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta.

Disney Dream Christened

It was a day of magic for Disney Cruise Line's long-awaited newest ship. January 19 saw the Disney Dream christened in a lavish and grand ceremony which featured celebrities, top Disney executives and the Mouse himself.

Multi-talented actress and singer Jennifer Hudson was on hand as the Dream's godmother. A very fitting choice was Ms. Hudson as her Oscar- and Grammy-winning career started in 2003 aboard the Dream's sister ship, the Wonder.

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Disney Cruise Line Navigator App Debuts Messaging Capabilities

Disney Cruise Line guests have a new way to stay in touch while on board. The cruise line's mobile Navigator app recently launched a chat function.

The Navigator app is available on the Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy, Disney Magic, and the Disney Wonder. Guests can download the free app from the Apple App Store or Google Play prior to boarding their ship.

Store Your Travel Data On The MouseTrips iPhone App

Smartphones are everywhere these days, and over the past year Disney has come out with an interactive app and website called MyDisneyExperience to help guests manage their Disney vacation information in one place. However, though it's the best spot to go to when making advanced dining reservations or scheduling a FastPass, there is a lot of vacation information people need to keep at hand that just doesn't have a spot to go in using the officical Disney app.

5 Reasons To Love the Disney Cruise Line

Have you ever dreamed of setting sail across the ocean blue but just didn't want to give up your annual Disney trip? Maybe you're just not quite sure you would enjoy a cruise and want to test it out before giving up all your vacation days to it? I've gathered up a small list of my favorite things that I think make the Disney Cruise Line the best place for a novice cruiser to get their feet wet.

After Hours Entertainment District Coming To the Disney Magic

Disney Cruise Line's Original Ship, The Disney Magic is scheduled to go in for a dry dock refurbishment that is going to knock the socks off anyone who had seen her before. An amazing number of spaces are being completely redesigned to update technology, freshen the spaces, and add all new excitement to this classic ship. The adult only entertainment district is one of the areas that is being gutted and replace with some all new environments.

Disney Cruise Line: Do I Need A Passport For Travel To The Bahamas and Caribbean?

One of the most common questions I'm asked about traveling on the Disney Cruise Line (DCL) to the Bahamas and Caribbean is "Do I need a passport?" The most basic answer for most US Citizens is "No." However, traveling abroad without one is highly discouraged and thus, my answer is always a resounding "Yes."

Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bars

It's time to pay homage to one of the most popular snacks and treats known to Disney fans. It's an ice cream lovers delight, straightforward and simple. Fans just can't wait to wrap their fingers around the stick of an ice cream treat shaped like everyone's favorite mouse. According to Disney over 3.3 Million chocolate covered ice cream bars are sold each year at Walt Disney World.

Disney Cruise Line Takes Top Honors from CruiseCritic.com Readers

With two beautiful new ships it's no wonder that the Disney Cruise Line is being considered one of the finest fleets on the seven seas. Fast on the heals of Conde' Nast Travelers Readers ranking all four ships in the Disney Fleet amongst the top large cruise ships in the world, another group of dedicated travel fans have been heard. Last week the critically acclaimed website CruiseCritic.com announced the winners of the Cruise Critic 2013 Cruisers' Choice Awards.

DIsney Cruise Line Spas Offer Luxurious Treatment Villas

Tucked away inside the Disney Cruise Line Spas you will find a jewel of a luxury retreat especially for grown ups. Back through the halls, past the popular Rain Forest Room lies the exquisite private Mediterranean-inspired Treatment Villas. An indulgent place of special pampering these Villas offer the ultimate in relaxation and rejuvination on board the Disney Fleet.

Disney Cruise Line Sails to Jamaica for the First Time in 2013

Adding to it's fantastic array of itineraries, with two new ships the Disney Cruise Line is visiting more ports than ever. Last week it was announced that in late 2013, for the first time Jamaica will be an exciting Port of Call. Departing from Galveston, Texas this new seven-night Western Caribbean cruise will make port in Falmouth, Jamaica Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands and Cozumel, Mexico.

Disney Cruise Line Creates Winter Holiday Magic

If you love the idea of Disney for Christmas, but want to skip the high crowds that can descend on the parks, why not take a trip this holiday season, give a gift that's both nautical and nice: a Disney Cruise!