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<title>Walt Disney World Summer Savings June 15 - August 14, 2012</title>
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<p class="BasicParagraph" style="line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; letter-spacing: -0.15pt;"></span>There’s
no time like summertime to bring the family together and making magical
memories. And, as the summer fun heats up, cool off with
great savings at <span class="yshortcuts">Walt Disney World® Resort hotels</span>.</p>
<h4>Don’t delay. Summer may not last forever, but your Disney memories will. </h4>
<p class="BasicParagraph" style="line-height: 150%;"><br />Now
is the perfect time to plan a summer vacation your family will cherish
forever. Take advantage of all the fun and excitement of the Walt Disney
World Resort with a 6-Night/ 7-Day Magic Your Way package at select
Disney resorts for most stays June 15 - August 14, 2012. Offer expires
June 14, 2012.</p>
<p class="BasicParagraph" style="line-height: 150%;">Whether
you're being dazzled by an incredible nighttime fireworks spectacular,
or kicking back with a relaxing dip in the pool, you'll live the dream
24 hours a day. <br /><br />Enjoy a 6-Night/7-Day Magic Your Way package at a
Disney Value Resort including Theme Park Passes for as low as $69 per
person (based on a family of four) for only $1914.</p>
<p class="BasicParagraph" style="line-height: 150%;">*
Price based on 2 Adults, 1 Junior and 1 Child for travel June 14 -
August 4. The number of packages available at this rate is limited.
Tickets are valid for one Theme Park per day and must be used within 14
days of first use. No group rates or other discounts apply. Advance
reservations required.</p>
<p class="BasicParagraph" style="line-height: 150%;"><strong>If you would like a room only reservation, there are savings for you too:</strong>
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<ul>
<li>Value Resorts - up to 15% off (excluding suites at All Star Music and Art of Animation)</li>
<li>Moderate Resorts -  up to 20% off</li>
<li>Deluxe and Vacation Villas - up to 25% off (excludes suites and three bedroom villas)</li>
</ul>
<p class="BasicParagraph" style="line-height: 150%;">Tickets
and dining plans can be added to your room-only reservation changing it
to a Magic Your Way package with package terms and conditions.</p>
<p class="BasicParagraph" style="line-height: 150%;">Subject
to availability as there are a<strong><em> very </em></strong>limited number of discounted rooms.
Minimum stay requirements may apply for Friday and Saturday arrivals.
Offer expires June 14, 2012</p>
<p>Contact <a>Small World Vacation</a>s today!</p>
<p>Ask your Small World Vacations agent about other great rates for a
Disney resort in moderate, deluxe or vacation villa accommodations for
your travel dates June 15 - August 14, 2012. Offer expires Jun 14, 2012.</p></description>
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<category>Walt Disney World</category>
<pubDate>Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:12:05 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Lights...Camera...Magic! Southern California Adventure</title>
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<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventures by Disney</span>®, the
award-winning family travel provider, invites you to go on the
ultimate Southern California adventure with "Lights…Camera…Magic!"
During this daylong guided group excursion, You will be immersed in
the magic of Disney and the history of Hollywood in unique, unexpected
and unforgettable ways.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/BLOG/hollywood.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="295" /><br />You will see where the Disney legacy began-the Walt Disney
Studios. All around you, the story of The Walt Disney Company comes to
life as you tour the historic Studio Lot, explore the fascinating
Disney Archives, shop at the Studio Store and enjoy lunch at the Studio
Commissary—experiences only Disney can offer.</p>
<p>You'll also go behind the scenes for a private visit to the famed
Grauman's Chinese Theater or the Kodak Theater-home to the Academy
Awards®â€”and explore fun and fascinating Hollywood Boulevard. Later,
cruise down the legendary Sunset Strip to Beverly Hills, where you will stroll along world-famous Rodeo Drive. Then, it's off to
Malibu for a reception—and a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean—at
Gladstone's beachfront restaurant, a celebrity favorite.</p>
<p>"Lights…Camera…Magic!" can be added onto your <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Travel Company</span> packages. </p>
<p>Tours are held Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays through Friday, April 20, 2012.</p>
<p><strong>Adult Price</strong>: US $199<br />
<strong>Child Price</strong>: US $189 (ages 4-9)</p></description>
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<category>Adventures by Disney</category>
<pubDate>Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:51:06 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disneyland Resort Savings April 16 - June 9, 2012</title>
<description><p><br /> <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/BLOG/DisneylandSummer2012.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="218" /><br />Turn your Disneyland resort hotel stay into a spring vacation by adding <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>
Resort Theme Park tickets or Disney Character Dining to your
reservation, or by upgrading your room-only reservation to a package.Save up to 25%* on most Sunday-Thursday night stays at one of the Hotels of the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>® Resort, for arrivals April 16 – June 9, 2012. Other discounts are available on Friday and Saturday night stays.</p>
<p class="h1-dta">Offer Details on Disneyland Resort hotels:</p>
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25% off a room-only reservation most Sunday-Thursday nights, or save
20% off a room-only reservation most Friday-Saturday nights, at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Paradise Pier</span>® Hotel.</li>
<li>Save
20% off a room-only reservation most Sunday-Thursday nights, or save
15% off a room-only reservation most Friday-Saturday nights, at the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Hotel or <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Grand Californian Hotel</span>® &amp; Spa.</li>
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Book this offer by May 26, 2012 for arrivals April 16 – June 9,
2012. Travel on this offer must be completed by June 10, 2012.<span class="h1-dta"><br /></span></p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">*Savings of up to 25% on Sunday through Thursday night stays is based on the non-discounted price for the same room at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Paradise Pier</span>
Hotel on most nights from April 16, 2012 to June 9, 2012. Offer is
valid when booked between March 13, 2012 and May 26, 2012. Travel must
be completed by June 10, 2012. Offer not valid on suites or with
previously booked rooms. Excludes applicable taxes and fees. Check for
offers for different hotels and room types. Advance reservations
required. Subject to availability as the number of rooms allocated for
this offer is limited. Limit two (2) rooms per reservation and five (5)
people maximum per room. Not valid in combination with any other hotel
discounts or offers. Subject to restrictions and change without notice.</p></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:29:20 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disney Cruise Great Rates</title>
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<p>Check out these fantastic deals on select sail dates in specific stateroom categories on the<br />Disney Wonder, Magic, Dream and Fantasy. </p>
<p>Book today. At these rates, they will sell out fast. Contact <a target="_blank">Small World Vacations</a> for a quote.</p>
<p>5-Night Canada/New England Coast Cruise (New York City, NY departure)<br />From $735* per person<br />Based on double occupancy<br />For September 7, 2012 sailing aboard Disney Magic®<br />Category 11B Standard Inside Stateroom</p>
<p>5-Night Canada/New England Coast Cruise (New York City, NY departure)<br />From $845* per person<br />Based on double occupancy<br />For September 7, 2012 sailing aboard Disney Magic®<br />Category 9B Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom<br /><br />5-Night Canada/New England Coast Cruise (New York City, NY departure)<br />From $1,250* per person<br />Based on double occupancy<br />For September 7, 2012 sailing aboard Disney Magic®<br />Category 5B Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah<br /><br />7-Night Western Caribbean Cruises (Galveston, TX departure)<br />From $868* per person<br />Based on double occupancy<br />For November 3 &amp; November 10, 2012 sailings aboard Disney Magic®<br />Category 11B Standard Inside Stateroom</p>
<p>7-Night Western Caribbean Cruises (Galveston, TX departure)<br />From $1,085* per person<br />Based on double occupancy<br />For November 3 &amp; November 10, 2012 sailings aboard Disney Magic®<br />Category 9B Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom<br /><br />7-Night Western Caribbean Cruises (Galveston, TX departure)<br />From $1,477* per person<br />Based on double occupancy<br />For November 3 &amp; November 10, 2012 sailings aboard Disney Magic®<br />Category 5B Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah<br /><br />7-Night Pacific Coast Cruises (Los Angeles, CA departure)<br />From $791* per person<br />Based on double occupancy<br />Available most sail dates September 16 – October 7, 2012<br />Category 11B Standard Inside Stateroom, Disney Wonder®<br /><br />4-Night Bahamian Cruises (Port Canaveral, FL departure)<br />From $956* per person<br />Based on double occupancy<br />Available most sail dates September 9 – September 30, 2012<br />Category 5A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah,<br />Disney Dream<br /><br />3-Night Bahamian Cruises (Port Canaveral, FL departure)<br />From $717* per person<br />Based on double occupancy<br />Available most sail dates September 13 – September 27, 2012<br />Category 5A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah,<br />Disney Dream<br /><br />7-Night Eastern &amp; Western Caribbean Cruises (Port Canaveral, FL departure)<br />From $1,253* per person<br />Based on double occupancy<br />Available most sail dates September 1 – September 29, 2012<br />Category 7A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Navigator’s<br />Verandah, Disney Fantasy<br /><br />7-Night Alaska Cruise (Seattle, WA departure)<br />From $2,471* per person<br />Based on double occupancy<br />For August 27, 2012 sailing aboard Disney Wonder®<br />Category 5B Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah<br /><br />7-Night Mexican Riviera Cruises (Los Angeles, CA departure)<br />From $791* per person<br />Based on double occupancy<br />Available most sail dates November 4 – December 2, 2012<br />Category 11B Standard Inside Stateroom, Disney Wonder®<br /><br />14-Night Panama Canal Cruise (Los Angeles, CA departure)<br />From $2,366* per person<br />Based on double occupancy<br />For December 9, 2012 sailing aboard Disney Wonder®<br />Category 5B Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah<br /><br />*Rates in U.S. dollars. Offer is subject to availability. Other restrictions may apply. Excludes Government Taxes and Fees approximately $65 for 5-Night Canada/New England Coast Cruise; $40 for 7-Night Caribbean Cruises departing Galveston; $50 for 3- and 4-Night Bahamian Cruises; $75 for 7-Night Caribbean Cruises departing Port Canaveral; $100 for 7-Night Alaska Cruises; $50 for 7-Night Mexican Riviera Cruises; $205 for 14-Night Panama Canal Cruise (all amounts subject to change). Gratuities and excursions are not included. See Disney Cruise Line® brochure for applicable Terms and Conditions.</p>
<p><a href="/disney-cruise/onboard-credit-promotion" target="_blank">Get up to $650 onboard credit for your Disney Cruise from Small World Vacations.</a></p>
<p>Contact<a target="_blank"> Small World Vacations</a> for a quote on your Disney Cruise.</p></description>
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<category>Current Deals</category>
<pubDate>Sun, 01 Apr 2012 22:19:31 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Adventures by Disney Southeast Asia - 12 Days/11 Nights </title>
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<p class="extraTopMargin-dta">An exotic new 2013 itinerary to
Southeast Asia featuring Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia, will be available
to book late spring 2012. This vacation of a lifetime allows you to visit lands you have always dreamed of in ways you've never
imagined.</p>
<p>From picking fresh ingredients at a local Vietnamese market for a
private cooking class to participating in the various stages of
traditional rice farming at an organic rice farm in Laos, you will experience hands-on activities for the entire family.</p>
<p>Travel off-the-beaten-path to discover incredible
sights, as you cruise down the colorful Mekong River Delta in Vietnam
and explore the mesmerizing Cambodian countryside on horseback. You will also enjoy some fun in the sun as you relax on the central
Vietnamese coast, near the famous China Beach.</p>
<p>Whether participating in a sunrise offering with monks in Laos or
experiencing a Tai Chi class with a local master in Cambodia, you will get to know the people, traditions and culture of each
country.</p>
<p>Additional details and dates for this unforgettable new itinerary will be available in late spring 2012.</p>
<p>Contact <a>Small World Vacation</a>s for assistance and information</p>
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<category>Adventures by Disney</category>
<pubDate>Sun, 01 Apr 2012 21:18:48 GMT</pubDate>
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<title> Walt Disney World Summer Offer June 15 - August 14, 2012</title>
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<p class="BasicParagraph" style="line-height: 150%;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: Arial; color: windowtext; letter-spacing: -0.15pt;"></span>There’s no time like summertime to bring the family together and making magical memories. And, as the summer fun heats up, cool off with
great savings at <span class="yshortcuts">Walt Disney World® Resort hotels</span>.</p>
<h4>Don’t delay. Summer may not last forever, but your Disney memories will. </h4>
<p class="BasicParagraph" style="line-height: 150%;"><br />Now is the perfect time to plan a summer vacation your family will cherish forever. Take advantage of all the fun and excitement of the Walt Disney World Resort with a 6-Night/ 7-Day Magic Your Way package at select Disney resorts for most stays June 15 - August 14, 2012. Offer expires June 14, 2012.</p>
<p class="BasicParagraph" style="line-height: 150%;">Whether you're being dazzled by an incredible nighttime fireworks spectacular, or kicking back with a relaxing dip in the pool, you'll live the dream 24 hours a day. <br /><br />Enjoy a 6-Night/7-Day Magic Your Way package at a Disney Value Resort including Theme Park Passes for as low as $69 per person (based on a family of four) for only $1914.</p>
<p class="BasicParagraph" style="line-height: 150%;">* Price based on 2 Adults, 1 Junior and 1 Child for travel June 14 - August 4. The number of packages available at this rate is limited. Tickets are valid for one Theme Park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. No group rates or other discounts apply. Advance reservations required.<br /><br /><strong>If you would like a room only reservation, there are savings for you too:</strong></p>
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<li>Value Resorts - up to 15% off (excluding suites at All Star Music and Art of Animation)</li>
<li>Moderate Resorts -  up to 20% off</li>
<li>Deluxe and Vacation Villas - up to 25% off (excludes suites and three bedroom villas)</li>
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<p class="BasicParagraph" style="line-height: 150%;">Tickets and dining plans can be added to your room-only reservation changing it to a Magic Your Way package with package terms and conditions.</p>
<p class="BasicParagraph" style="line-height: 150%;">Subject to availability as there are a <strong><em>very </em></strong>limited number of discounted rooms. Minimum stay requirements may apply for Friday and Saturday arrivals. Offer expires June 14, 2012</p>
<p>Contact <a>Small World Vacation</a>s today!</p>
<p>Ask your Small World Vacations agent about other great rates for a Disney resort in moderate, deluxe or vacation villa accommodations for your travel dates June 15 - August 14, 2012. Offer expires Jun 14, 2012.</p></description>
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<category>Current Deals</category>
<pubDate>Sun, 01 Apr 2012 20:17:25 GMT</pubDate>
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<p><strong>Disney Fantasy</strong> continues the <strong>Disney Cruise Line</strong>® tradition of blending the elegant grace of early 20th century transatlantic ocean liners with contemporary design.</p>
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<p>The magnificent three-deck atrium lobby on the <strong>Disney Fantasy</strong> is reminiscent of grand ocean liners of the Golden Age.</p>
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<p>Skyline is a chic bar that provides
ever-changing birds-eye views of stunning European city skylines that
transform from day to night.</p>
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<p>The Tube transports guests to a vibrant metropolitan club via the London Underground.</p>
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<p>O'Gills Pub is a rollicking Irish bar with modern-day twists.</p>
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<p>Ooh La La is inspired by an elegant
French boudoir adorned with velvet tufted walls, Victorian furniture and
Louis XIV-style chaise lounges.</p>
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<p>La Piazza is a lounge that draws inspiration from Italian cities and their decorative outdoor plazas.</p>
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<h2 class="contentTitle">Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique</h2>
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<p>Aspiring young princesses and pirates receive the full fairy tale treatment at this very special salon.</p>
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<h2 class="contentTitle">Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique - Pirates League</h2>
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<p>On pirate party nights <strong>Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique</strong> transforms into the Pirate's League, where swashbuckling boys, girls and grownups can get ready for the pirate life.</p>
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<h2 class="contentTitle">"Wishes"</h2>
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<p>A new ship means new main stage
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production debuting on the <strong>Disney Fantasy</strong>.</p>
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<h2 class="contentTitle">"Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular" </h2>
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<p>"Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular" takes the stage on the <strong>Disney Fantasy</strong>.</p>
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<p>At Royal Court restaurant guests are immersed in the lavish surroundings of an elegant dining room fit for a Grand Palace.</p>
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<p>Animator's Palate on the <strong>Disney Fantasy</strong> brings the magic of Disney animation into the dining room with a new show called "Animation Magic."</p>
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<p>Guests can splash and play in the AquaLab-a brand-new water play area on deck 12.</p>
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<h2 class="contentTitle">The Muppets Debut</h2>
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<p>A cast of more than 20 Muppets make their debut on the <strong>Disney Fantasy</strong> in "The Case of the Stolen Show," an adventure game that takes guests on an interactive quest around the ship.</p>
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<p class="extraTopMargin-dta"><strong class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</strong>, the newest ship in the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>® fleet, arrived in her home port of Port Canaveral, Florida on March 6, 2012, after traveling nearly 4,700 miles across the Atlantic Ocean from Bremerhaven, Germany.</p>
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span> will sail alternating seven-night cruises to the Eastern and Western Caribbean and Disney's private island paradise, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Castaway Cay</span>, with the maiden voyage scheduled for March 31, 2012.</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">New Experiences</span><br /> Disney's newest ship will bring to life many of the innovative features guests love on the recently launched <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Dream</span> including <span class="nomenclature-dta">AquaDuck</span> — the world's first shipboard water coaster. But new design elements and guest experiences will give the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span> an identity all its own.</p>
<p>Some of the new highlights found on the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span> include:</p>
<ul>
<li><span class="nomenclature-dta">Europa</span>
- a nighttime entertainment district exclusively for guests 18 and
older that features sophisticated bars and trendy lounges inspired by
the very best in European travel.</li>
<li>A new, innovative show for the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Animator's Palate</span>
restaurant where diners will serve as guest animators. During the
"Animation Magic" show guests are asked to hand-draw a character of
their own at the start of dinner. After an entertaining show featuring
montages from Disney animated films and shorts, guests prepare for a
whimsical finale moment where the guest-drawn characters spring to life
and interact with characters from beloved Disney animated classics.</li>
<li>At <span class="nomenclature-dta">Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique</span>
aspiring young princesses and pirates receive the full fairy tale
treatment with pixie-dusted and piratical makeovers at this very special
salon.</li>
<li>A new ship means new main stage entertainment at the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Theatre</span>:
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<li>"Wishes" is a spectacular production debuting on the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>.
This signature show is a 45-minute musical journey about three best
friends who discover that the secret to being a grown up is staying
connected to their inner child. Full-scale production numbers and
special effects bring excitement to the stage as the cast of "Wishes"
performs original songs and classic Disney tunes with a contemporary
twist.</li>
<li>New to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>®, "Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular" takes the stage on the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>.
During this Broadway-style production, guests laugh along with the
wise-cracking Genie and the cast from the classic animated Disney film,
"Aladdin."</li>
<li>"A Fantasy Come True" is a 45-minute high energy,
multimedia, musical production that follows one family's journey as they
discover the amazing experiences and enchanting surprises that await
them aboard the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>.
Ultimately, they learn that the greatest experience the ship has to
offer is the opportunity to make memories together as a family that will
last a lifetime.</li>
<li> "An Unforgettable Journey," is a 45-minute
musical production that celebrates the extraordinary journey guests
experienced onboard the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>.
This farewell show highlights the memorable moments and distinctly
Disney touches through the words and wisdom of the man himself - Walt
Disney. Walt Disney quotes, audio and video clips connect the guests'
experiences to the man who started it all.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Guests can splash and play in the <span class="nomenclature-dta">AquaLab</span> - a brand-new water play area on deck 12, near the entrance to the <span class="nomenclature-dta">AquaDuck</span>
water coaster. Families can frolic among pop jets, geysers and bubblers
in this fun and fanciful 1,800-square-foot space. As the story goes, <span class="nomenclature-dta">AquaLab</span>
was created by Donald Duck's nephews, Huey, Dewey and Louie, and
features a variety of water "experiments" designed to drench the whole
family.</li>
<li>The <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>
features another new area for guests of all ages to cool off. On deck
12 forward, a wading pool with a fountain water feature, ample seating
and lounge chairs under canopy offer a respite in the shade.</li>
<li>In addition to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Quiet Cove Pool</span> and <span class="nomenclature-dta">Cove Bar</span> on the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>, a new adult-exclusive area offers a retreat on the upper decks for guests 18 and older. At <span class="nomenclature-dta">Satellite Sun Deck</span> on deck 13 forward a brand-new water feature called <span class="nomenclature-dta">Satellite Falls</span>
is a circular splash pool with benches and a gently falling rain
curtain that provides cool comfort. Around this upper deck, adult guests
can soak up the sun in loungers or relax in the shade under a canopy.</li>
<li>The Muppets make their debut on <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>
in a brand-new adventure game aboard the ship. In "The Case of the
Stolen Show," Guests set out on an interactive quest to help a cast of
more than 20 Muppets find their missing show props.</li>
</ul>
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<p> Come immerse yourself in the power of the Force during <span class="nomenclature-dta">Star Wars</span>â„¢ Weekends at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Hollywood Studios</span>®, select weekends 2012.</p>
<p> Here, you'll find an entire saga's worth of characters and
celebrities on hand for autographs, pictures, motorcades, Q&amp;A
sessions and more, including the Jedi Training Academy for your
Padawans.<br />
<em>Star Wars ©2008 Lucasfilm Ltd. &amp; TM.</em></p>
<p> <strong>Event Tickets:</strong> Admission to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Hollywood Studios</span> required.</p>
<p> <strong>Characters</strong><br />
Encounter over 50 Star Wars characters from the entire saga. From
Darth Vader to Darth Maul and Anakin to Chewbacca, you'll find heroes
and villains from throughout the galaxy.</p>
<p> <strong>Celebrities from Star Wars will attend each weekend and participate in</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li> Autograph Sessions </li>
<li> Legends of the Force – Celebrity motorcade </li>
<li> Stars of the Saga – Talk Show and Q&amp;A </li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Celebrity Hosts</strong><br />
To be Determined</p>
<p><strong>Jedi Training Academy</strong><br />
Each young Padawan who is chosen will learn a lightsaber combination as they prepare to face the dark side!</p>
<p> <strong>Behind the Force: Experience the Clone Wars</strong><br />
Explore the excitement of <strong>Star Wars: The Clone Wars</strong> with a fascinating look behind the scenes of the all-new animated adventure!</p>
<p> <span class="nomenclature-dta">Star Tours</span>®<br />
The power of the Force and the magic of Disney will combine once again to create an unforgettable <span class="nomenclature-dta">Star Wars</span> adventure: <span class="nomenclature-dta">Star Tours</span> - The Adventures Continue - now in 3D at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Hollywood Studios</span>®! </p>
<p> While visiting that "galaxy far, far away," experience a new
story, plus a chance to fly with some favorite characters like C-3PO,
R2-D2, Princess Leia and even Darth Vader! You'll never know which of
these classic characters will appear during this flight to the furthest
reaches of the universe. </p>
<p>Plus, travel the galaxy like never before in the all-new Starspeeder 1000! </p>
<p>Glide among the trees with Wookiees on Kashyyyk, kick up some sand
across the desert in a podrace on Tatooine and even submerge into the
lake waters of Naboo. Or, weave through the busy city planet of
Coruscant, blast through the blizzards of Hoth and even explore the
trenches of the Death Star! With multiple ways to experience each
flight, you will never know where the Force might take you! And with
each adventure, see the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Star Wars</span>™ universe in an all new way…in 3D! </p>
<p> <strong>Padawan Mind Challenge</strong><br />
Kids under 12 can test their wits before the Jedi Council!</p>
<p> <strong>Hyperspace Hoopla</strong><br />
Star Wars characters and Guests gather for an entertaining conclusion to each day's events.</p>
<p> <strong>A Galaxy of Photo Opportunities</strong></p>
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<p>
<em>Admission to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Hollywood Studios</span> required.<br />
Appearances and entertainment subject to change without notice.<br />
© 2008 Lucasfilm Ltd. &amp; TM.</em></p></description>
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<p>Amid a colorful tableau of flowers, plants and topiaries, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>®
guests of all ages can explore myriad exhibits and activities geared
toward gardening and outdoor fun. Weekend Flower Power concerts will
pump up the volume and spread a groovy vibe at America Gardens Theatre
in World Showcase.</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Event Dates</span>: March 7 - May 20, 2012<br />
<span class="h1-dta">Event Tickets</span>: Admission to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Epcot</span>® required.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Festival Highlights</span><br />
<strong>Fantasia Mickey Topiary Display</strong> - Main Entrance<br />
See almost eighteen different characters from the movie <em>Fantasia</em>
in Topiary, a first of its kind. Sorcerer Mickey is directing the
action from above. And don't miss the dancing mushrooms from the film.</p>
<p><strong>Pixie Hollow Fairy Garden</strong> - Test Track Walkway - <em>Presented by Disney Secret of the Wings (Coming to Blue-ray and DVD this fall)</em><br />
Take flight into the garden world of Pixie Hollow and find some of
your favorite fairy characters presented in topiary. Play on the
Weevos®, designed especially for 2 to 5 years olds and explore the Cozy
Dome®, a cozy hide-away on the inside and climber on the outside.</p>
<p><strong>Bambi's Butterfly House</strong> - Imagination Walkway - <em>Presented by HGTV</em><br />
Experience hundreds of native butterflies and see some of your favorite characters from <em>Bambi</em>, presented in topiary.</p>
<p><strong>English Tea Garden</strong> - United Kingdom - <em>Presented by Twinings of London® Tea</em> <br />
Discover the history and art of tea blending and you are guided
through a 20 minute tour of this elegant English Tea Garden featuring
Classic Tea Blends &amp; new Herbal Teas for 2012.<br />
<strong>Sign up for the guided tour at the Tea Caddy</strong>.<br />
Monday - Thursday: 4 and 6pm<br />
Friday - Sunday: 2, 4 and 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Backyard Play Garden</strong> - Between Morocco and France - <em>Presented by GoGo squeeZâ„¢</em><br />
Join in outdoor fun that inspires playful, active, and healthy living for Guests both you and young at heart.</p>
<p><strong>Haiti: Garden of Many Colors</strong> - <em>Presented by Haiti Originale®</em><br />
Discover and experience the rich heritage of Haitian art, culture
and refreshments both day and night! This marks the first night garden
at the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Epcot</span> International Flower &amp; Garden Festival.<br />
Kids of all ages can participate and show off their own creativity
by coloring their very own Haitian "Tap-Tap." (Haitian Bus)</p>
<p><strong>Toy Story Alphabet Garden</strong> - The American Adventure<br />
Find some of your favorite characters in Topiary from Disney·Pixar <em>Toy Story 3</em>.</p>
<p><strong>List of all Topiaries</strong><br />
Fantasia Mickey (Main Entrance planter), Peacock (behind Spaceship
Earth), Fab Five: Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Pluto, Daisy &amp; Donald
(Festival Center), Fairies (Test Track Walkway), <em>Peter Pan</em> (Walkway from Future World to World Showcase), <em>Bambi &amp; Friends</em> in the Butterfly House (Imagination Walkway), Farmer Mickey and Minnie (World Showcase Plaza), <em>Winnie the Pooh &amp; Friends</em> (United Kingdom), Classic Disney Couples (Between United Kingdom &amp; France), <em>Beauty and the Beast</em> (France), <em>Cars 2</em> (Japan), <em>Toy Story 3</em> (American Adventure), <em>Lady and the Tramp</em> (Italy),<em> Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs </em>(Germany), Dragon &amp; Pandas (China) </p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Flower Power Concert Series</span><br />
The America Gardens Theatre<br />
Friday, Saturday &amp; Sunday - 5:15, 6:30 &amp; 7:45 pm</p>
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<p>Jose Feliciano - <em>Light My Fire</em><br />
Starship starring Mickey Thomas - <em>We Built This City</em><br />
The Guess Who - <em>American Woman</em><br />
The Spinners - <em>Cupid</em><br />
Chubby Checker &amp; The Wildcats - <em>The Twist</em><br />
Paul Revere &amp; The Raiders - <em>Good Thing</em><br />
The Turtles featuring Flo &amp; Eddie - <em>Happy Together</em><br />
<strong>New!</strong> Chuck Negron, formerly of Three Dog Night - <em>Joy to the World</em><br />
<strong>New! </strong>The Orchestra featuring former members of ELO &amp; ELO Part II - <em>Don't Bring Me Down</em><br />
Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone - <em>I'm Henry the VIII, I Am</em><br />
To be determined</p>
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<p>Mar. 9 - 11<br />
Mar. 16 - 18<br />
Mar. 23 - 25<br />
Mar. 30 - Apr. 1<br />
Apr. 6 - 8<br />
Apr. 13 - 15<br />
Apr. 20 - 22<br />
Apr. 27 - 29<br />
May 4 - 6<br />
May 11 - 13<br />
May 18 - 20</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">HGTV &amp; DIY Designer Presentation Lineup</span><br />
<strong>John Gidding, <em>Curb Appeal</em></strong> - presenting March 9 - 11<br />
"Designing for Curb Appeal"</p>
<p><strong>New! Sabrina Soto, <em>The HighLow Project</em></strong> - presenting March 16 - 18<br />
"Decorating Design Tips, Tricks and Savvy Shopping Secrets"</p>
<p><strong>New! Jason Cameron, <em>DIY Network's Desperate Landscapes</em></strong> - presenting March 23 - 25<br />
"Working Makeover Magic for Desperate Landscapes"</p>
<p><strong>New! Camille Styles, <em>HGTV.com, Design Happens</em></strong> - presenting March 30 - April 1<br />
"Planning Garden Parties That are Simple, But Not Your Garden Variety"</p>
<p><strong>New! Dan Faires, <em>HGTV.com DanMade</em></strong> - presenting April 6 - 8<br />
"Planning Your Planting with Terrarium, Vertical Gardens and Small Space Greenery"</p>
<p><strong>New! Brandon Johnson, <em>My Yard Goes Disney</em></strong> - presenting April 13 - 15<br />
"Bringing Disney Inspiration and HGTV Design to Your Backyard" </p>
<p><strong>New! Meg Caswell Holladay, <em>Meg's Great Rooms</em></strong> - presenting April 20 - 22<br />
"Tips for Turning a Good Room Into a Great Room!" </p>
<p><strong>New! Monica Pedersen, <em>HGTV Dream Home Tour 2012</em></strong> - presenting April 27 - 29<br />
"Make It Beautiful: Designs and Ideas for Entertaining at Home" </p>
<p><strong>New! Antonio Ballatore, <em>The Antonio Treatment</em></strong> - presenting May 4 - 6<br />
"Design Outside of the Box: How to Personalize, Customize, and Inspire" </p>
<p><strong>New! Carter Oosterhouse, <em>Million Dollar Rooms</em></strong> - presenting May 11 -13<br />
"10 Renovation Tips You Need to Know" </p>
<p><strong>Genevieve Gorder, <em>Dear Genevieve and HGTV Design Star</em></strong> - presenting May 18 - 20<br />
"Turning Your Landscape Inside Out" </p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta smallFont-dta">Entertainment is subject to change without notice.</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta smallFont-dta">Contact <a target="_blank">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote today!</p>
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<p>Experience even more Disney magic during an interactive
adventure with Merlin, the legendary wizard! Included in your theme park
admission, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom</span>
is a role-playing game that takes you around the park to help Merlin
solve a series of clues—and prevent Disney Villains from taking over <span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Kingdom</span>®. </p>
<p>Aided by magic spells on special cards, players—or apprentice
sorcerers—search for symbols that reveal the hiding places of Disney
Villains, including Yzma and Kronk from the Disney film <em>The Emperor's New Groove</em>.
By casting magical spell cards, apprentice sorcerers engage in battle.
From flinging fireballs to creating cyclones, there are spells to bring
down each and every villain.</p>
<p><strong>How to Play</strong><br />
Merlin needs your help—so join him on this courageous quest to save <span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Kingdom</span> theme park! To get started, simply sign up at the Firehouse on <span class="nomenclature-dta">Main Street, U.S.A.</span></p>
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<category>Walt Disney World</category>
<pubDate>Thu, 08 Mar 2012 05:26:21 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><h3 class="medlargeblue"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/freedine2.jpg" alt="" width="191" height="324" /><br />FREE Disney Dining Plan</h3>
<p><strong><br />Vacation Dates -  </strong>August 25 - September 27, 2012 (Some availability for check-in September 29)<br /><strong>Must be booked - March 5 - </strong><strong>May 18, 2012</strong></p>
<p>Book a Non-Discounted Magic Your Way packages for three nights or more and get a <strong>FREE Disney Dining Plan (depending on resort category). A</strong>vailable for check-in dates 8/25/12 - 9/27/12 (possible 9/29). <em><br /></em></p>
<ul>
<li>Guests who book a vacation package at one of Disney’s Value Resorts
with their Disney Visa will receive<a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/2012Product/2012QuickService.pdf" target="_blank"> Disney’s Quick Service dining plan. </a>
</li>
<li>Guests who book a vacation package at Disney’s Moderate, Deluxe and
Deluxe Villas resorts will receive <a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/2012Product/2012Dining.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Basic Dining Plan. </a></li>
</ul>
<p>You must add theme park tickets for each person in your party to this package. Tickets can be with
or without the Park Hopper, Water Parks &amp; More or No Expiration
option(s). There is an additional fee if you do not purchase base
tickets that allow you to visit one park per day. </p>
<p> This package includes a <strong>minimum 3-night accommodations</strong> at an onsite, Walt Disney World resort and a <strong>minimum 2-day base ticket</strong>
at full-price. Vacation package can be booked up to a maximum of 14
days. Everyone in your party must purchase the same package/ same
tickets.  Children ages 3-9 must order from the children's menu.
Children under age 3 are not entitled to the features of the Disney
Dining Ploan.  The number of vacation packages
available with a FREE dining plan are limited and are subject to availability.
Blackout dates apply. </p>
<h4><strong>Upgrade Cost:<br /></strong></h4>
<p>• Guests staying at a Walt Disney World Value Resorts can upgrade to the Disney Dining Plan for less than <strong>$20 per adult</strong>, per night, and less than <strong>$6 per child</strong>, per night.<br /><br />•
Guests staying at a Walt Disney World Moderate, Deluxe and Deluxe Villa
Resorts can upgrade to the Deluxe Dining Plan for less than <strong>$38 per adult</strong>, per night, and less than <strong>$12 per child</strong>, per night.</p>
<p><strong>Suites</strong> including those at Disney's Art of Animation are <strong>not included</strong> in this offer.</p>
<p>Contact <a target="_blank">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for assistance with your Walt Disney World Vacation with FREE dining.</p>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Mar 2012 12:50:57 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><h3 class="medlargeblue"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/freedine2.jpg" alt="" width="191" height="324" /><br /><br />FREE Disney Dining Plan</h3>
<p><strong><br />Vacation Dates -  </strong>August 25 - September 27, 2012 (Some availability for check-in September 29)<br /><strong>Must be booked - March 5 - </strong><strong>May 18, 2012</strong></p>
<p>Book a Non-Discounted Magic Your Way packages for three nights or more and get a <strong>FREE Disney Dining Plan (depending on resort category). A</strong>vailable for check-in dates 8/25/12 - 9/27/12 (possible 9/29). <em><br /></em></p>
<ul>
<li>Guests who book a vacation package at one of Disney’s Value Resorts
with their Disney Visa will receive Disney’s Quick Service dining plan.
</li>
<li>Guests who book a vacation package at Disney’s Moderate, Deluxe and
Deluxe Villas resorts will receive Disney’s Basic Dining Plan. </li>
</ul>
<p>You must add theme park tickets for each person in your party to this package. Tickets can be with
or without the Park Hopper, Water Parks &amp; More or No Expiration
option(s). There is an additional fee if you do not purchase base
tickets that allow you to visit one park per day. </p>
<p> This package includes a <strong>minimum 3-night accommodations</strong> at an onsite, Walt Disney World resort and a <strong>minimum 2-day base ticket</strong>
at full-price. Vacation package can be booked up to a maximum of 14
days. Everyone in your party must purchase the same package/ same
tickets.  Children ages 3-9 must order from the children's menu.
Children under age 3 are not entitled to the features of the Disney
Dining Ploan.  The number of vacation packages
available with a FREE dining plan are limited and are subject to availability.
Blackout dates apply. </p>
<h4><strong>Upgrade Cost:<br /></strong></h4>
<p>• Guests staying at a Walt Disney World Value Resorts can upgrade to the Disney Dining Plan for less than <strong>$20 per adult</strong>, per night, and less than <strong>$6 per child</strong>, per night.<br /><br />•
Guests staying at a Walt Disney World Moderate, Deluxe and Deluxe Villa
Resorts can upgrade to the Deluxe Dining Plan for less than <strong>$38 per adult</strong>, per night, and less than <strong>$12 per child</strong>, per night.</p>
<p><strong>Suites</strong> including those at Disney's Art of Animation are <strong>not included</strong> in this offer.</p>
<p>Contact <a target="_blank">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for assistance with your Walt Disney World Vacation with FREE dining.</p>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:42:43 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p>The Disney Fantasy Christening Celebration was a night of sophistication, humor, theatrical stage shows and pure Disney fun! It was cool enough for savvy New Yorkers and whimsical enough for the diehard Disney fans.  Small World Vacations agents Sue, Jo and Jodie shared an over-the-top celebration with Mary from Mousesavers.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/minniechampage.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="302" /></p>
<p>Minnie and larger-than-life bottle of champage await the festivities to begin in the ship's atrium.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/waltdisneytheater.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="259" /></p>
<p>Our first stop was the Walt Disney Theatre. Neal Patrick Harris began the show with a hilarious rendition of a song from Mary Poppins and substituted the word, Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious with "super splashy synergistic glitzy celebration." He danced, sang and joked his way into our hearts and set the tone for a night of merriment and excitement.</p>
<p>We were also treated to a taste of the three stage shows that will be performed for guests of the Fantasy including Aladdin, Wishes and Believe. Neal Patrick ventured out into the audience to introduce some celebrities including Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Tim Gunn and Ty Pennington. Grammy and Tony Winning songstress, Heather Headly, sang a medley of Disney tunes that touched our hearts.</p>
<p>And then, to our delight, Neal Patrick Harris introduced Jerry Seinfeld. His first words were, "Oh my god, I'm on a boat, finally, I get to see what the end of my career will be like." The audience was filled with laughter as he joked about coffee shops, kids birthday parties, pinatas, marriage and listening to your spouse.</p>
<p>Now back to the atrium where the christening would take place.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 4px; margin-right: 4px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/carla.jpg" alt="" width="264" height="324" /></p>
<p>We saw lots of celebrities including Carla Hall from Top Chef and The Chew. She was gracious and kind.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/tombobcms.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="211" /></p>
<p>Tom Staggs and Bob Iger were joined by the crew.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/mariahmickeybalcony.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="214" /></p>
<p>It's Mariah Carey, God Mother of the Disney Fantasy with Mickey!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/mariahsteps.jpg" alt="" width="243" height="324" /></p>
<p>Here they come!!!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/mariahhello.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="238" /></p>
<p>Bob Iger welcomes Mariah, the star of the evening!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/mariahbeautiful.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Mariah looks radiant as she greets the crowd. </p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/mariahfun.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Mariah, Tom and Bob share a laugh. </p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/mariahtombobmickey.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Mariah looks stunning as she gives Captain Mickey a smile.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/mariahcloseup.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="238" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/mariahhorizontal.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="432" /></p>
<p>I couldn't believe how close I was! She looks even more beautiful in person. Her husband, Nick Cannon, was outside the ship with Minnie Mouse to break the ceremonial bottle of champagne to officially christen the Disney Fantasy.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/mariahwhome.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="238" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/MariahTomBobMickeyFantasy.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="277" /></p>
<p>
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/readyset.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="226" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/holdyourglasseshigh.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="233" /></p>
<p>Hold your glasses high...</p>
<p>Mariah declares, “I christen thee Disney Fantasy, May God bless this ship and all who sail on her.â€</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1a1FantasyChristening/mariahclap.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="233" /></p>
<p>What a magical night!!!!!!!!!</p>
<p>From here we got a Taste of the Fantasy at dinner in the Royal Court followed by a party in the adult nighttime district, Europa.</p>
<p><a href="http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2012/03/video-godmother-mariah-carey-christens-the-disney-fantasy-in-new-york-city/" target="_blank">Watch a video from the Christening Celebration on the official Disney Blog</a></p>
<p><a href="/disney-cruise/onboard-credit-promotion" target="_blank">Get up to $650 onboard credit for your Disney Cruise from Small World Vacations.</a></p>
<p>Contact<a target="_blank"> Small World Vacations</a> for a quote on your Disney Cruise.</p>
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<category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Mariah Carey</category>
<pubDate>Fri, 02 Mar 2012 06:42:13 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p class="medlargeblue"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/freedine.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<h4 class="medlargeblue">FREE Disney Dining Plan for Disney Visa Cardholders</h4>
<p><strong><br />Vacation Dates -  </strong>August 25 - September 27, 2012<br /><strong>Must be booked - March 1 - </strong><strong>May 18, 2012</strong></p>
<p>Magic Your Way packages with a <strong>FREE Disney Dining Plan</strong> are available for Disney Visa Cardholders for travel dates 8/25/12 - 9/27/12. <br /><br /> <em>A $200 deposit using your Disney Rewards Visa Card will be required at the time of booking. No courtesy holds<br /></em></p>
<ul>
<li>Guests who book a vacation package at one of Disney’s Value Resorts with their Disney Visa will receive Disney’s Quick Service dining plan. </li>
<li>Guests who book a vacation package at Disney’s Moderate, Deluxe and Deluxe Villas resorts will receive Disney’s Basic Dining Plan. </li>
</ul>
<p>You must add theme park tickets to this package. Tickets can be with or without the Park Hopper, Water Parks &amp; More or No Expiration option(s). There is an additional fee if you do not purchase base tickets that allow you to visit one park per day. </p>
<p> This package includes a <strong>minimum 3-night accommodations</strong> at an onsite, Walt Disney World resort and a <strong>minimum 2-day base ticket</strong> at full-price. Vacation package can be booked up to a maximum of 14 days. Everyone in your party must purchase the same package/ same tickets.  Children ages 3-9 must order from the children's menu. Children under age 3 are not entitled to the features of the Disney Dining Ploan.  The number of Disney Visa Cardholder vacation packages available with free dining are limited and are subject to availability. Blackout dates apply. </p>
<h4><strong>Upgrade Cost:</strong></h4>
<p>• Guests staying at a Walt Disney World Value Resorts can upgrade to the Disney Dining Plan for less than <strong>$20 per adult</strong>, per night, and less than <strong>$6 per child</strong>, per night.<br /><br />• Guests staying at a Walt Disney World Moderate, Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resorts can upgrade to the Deluxe Dining Plan for less than <strong>$38 per adult</strong>, per night, and less than <strong>$12 per child</strong>, per night.</p>
<p><strong>Family suites</strong> are <strong>not included</strong> in this offer. Other resort categories may not be available.</p>
<p>If you are a Disney Visa Cardholder, contact <a target="_blank">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for assistance with your Walt Disney World Vacation.</p>
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<pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2012 17:09:40 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p style="text-align: left;">Small World Vacations Agents toured the newest Disney Cruise Ship, the Fantasy<br /> while it was in port in New York City! Here are some images of new features on the ship.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px; float: left;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasySign.jpg" alt="" width="243" height="324" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyAgents.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="242" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Small World Vacations Agents Jo, Jodie, Sue, Deanna and Cheryl ready to board the Disney Fantasy. Mary from Mousesavers also joined us on our tour.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/Fantasychandelier.jpg" alt="" width="243" height="324" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyChandelier2.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="305" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">The Art Nouveau-inspired atrium features a dazzling chandelier that welcomes guests to this amazing new ship.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyBibbidi2.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">A Royal Make Over awaits your favorite little princess in the Bibbidi
Bobbidi Boutique. Aspiring young princesses and pirates receive the full
fairy tale treatment with pixie-dusted and pirate-y makeovers at this
very special salon. Be sure to book reservations in advance. This is going to be wildly popular.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyDressesBibbidi.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Disney Princess Dresses in a rainbow of colors. Princess costumes, complete with crown, wand and shoes are also available. </p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/Fantasybiddi3.jpg" alt="" width="243" height="324" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">There is nautically inspired Minnie outfit themed from head to toe for your little one.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px; float: left;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyBarberShop.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><br />Adults can get a grown-up like a make over, in the spa where the is a barber shop, hair styling, manicure, pedicures and teeth whitening.<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyPedicure.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="239" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">A Pedicure Station is a great way to pamper yourself.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyEuropaSign.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="247" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Europa is a nighttime entertainment district located on Deck 4, Aft reserved for guests 18 and older. Enjoy sophisticated bars and trendy lounges inspired by the very best in European travel.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyEuropaBathroom.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Even the bathrooms are themed in the Europa District. This mosaic adorned the walls in the ladies room.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyHallwayEuropa.jpg" alt="" width="243" height="324" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">The hallway in Europa looked out of this world!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyTubeDanceFloor.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>The Tube is a vibrant metropolitan club that rocks the London Underground look. Yeah, baby!</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyLightUpMenu.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="199" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">In Skyline, a light up menu is easy to read in a darkened lounge. This "metropolitan sky bar meets luxury penthouse" and offers commanding views of a different world-famous city every day including Paris, London, Barcelona, Athens, Florence, Budapest and St. Peterburg. Drink you way around the world!</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/Fantasyuhlala.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Ooh La La is an intimate champagne lounge inspired by an elegant French boudoir, adorned with velvet-tufted walls and Victorian furniture.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyOgiles.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="199" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">O'Gills - a rollicking Irish bar with modern-day twists. Here, guests can sip a pint while watching live sporting events on high definition TVs.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyCarouselBar.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="206" /></p>
<p>La Piazza - a delightful retreat inspired by Italian cities and their decorative outdoor plazas, it features Venetian masks, a classic Vespa and sidecar and even a bar modeled after a vintage carousel.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyAnimatorsPalate.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Animator's Palate - Inspired by the magic of Disney's animation, dinners feature a special interactive experience starring some beloved animated friends. Be prepared for some surprises that will bring out the artist in you. The menu features contemporary Pacific Rim cuisine with an American flair.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyShuttersAuto.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyTouchMe.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="262" /></p>
<p>Interactive Photo screens near Shutters Photo Library. Guests will have fun choosing their favorite images from their magical Disney Cruise.</p>
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<p>Guests will have a blast with this sure to be highly popular interactive game. Choose a game and score points.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1/FantasyMinnieChampagne.jpg" alt="" width="243" height="324" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Minnie and a giant bottle of champagne wait for the Christening festivities to begin on March 1. Watch for more pix from Small World Vacations.</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">If you would like assistance with your Disney Cruise, contact <a target="_blank">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> today.</p>
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<description><p>My husband Tom and I got up at the crack of dawn and drove to Liberty State Park in Jersey City to witness the arrival of the Disney Fantasy in New York City!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AAFantasy/sunriseNYC.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>The park and ferry depot were deserted when we arrived.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AAFantasy/SunriseLowerNYC.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>The sun is rising and the Big Apple is waking up to a gorgeous morning.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AAFantasy/daffodilsNYC.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>We see the first amazing sight of the day.....</p>
<p>Can you believe daffodils are blooming in February in New Jersey? It must be the Disney magic!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AAFantasy/underthebridgefantasy.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>And now, another amazing sight.... the Disney Fantasy as she passes under the Verranzo-Narrows Bridge.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AAFantasy/shipbridge.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Here she comes!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AAFantasy/bridgefantasyliberty.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>The Disney Fantasy with the Verranzo bridge, Lady Liberty and Ellis Island.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AAFantasy/fantasyflagliberty.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Lady Liberty waves hello to the newest member of the Disney Cruise family, the Fantasy.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AAFantasy/fantasylowerNYC.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>As the Disney Fantasy reaches the tip of lower Manhattan, the ship's horn plays, "New York, New York"... start spreading the news....</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AAFantasy/fantasylowerNYC2.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>The Freedom Tower under construction in the background as the Disney Fantasy sails toward midtown.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AAFantasy/fantasyempirestatebdg.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>The ship passes the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building. A Disney miracle near 34th Street!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AAFantasy/fantasynewyorknewyork.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>The New York Skyline - the perfect backdrop for the Disney Fantasy.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AAFantasy/FantasyBigApple.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AAFantasy/upriverFantasy.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>The Fantasy has crossed the Atlantic and will call New York City home until March 2 when she departs for Port Canaveral Florida.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="assets/content/AAFantasy/thefantasy.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Contact<a target="_blank"> www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for assistance with your Disney Cruise vacation plans.</p>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2012 15:20:16 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/statueof liberty.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>The Statue of Liberty awaits the Disney Fantasy on Tuesday, February 28, 2012.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/libertyellis.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Lady
Liberty will welcome the Disney Fantasy as it passes Ellis Island,
the historic location where countless immigrants entered the United
States at the turn of the 19th century.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/veranzano.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>The Fantasy will be an incredible sight as it sails under the Verranzano-Narrows Bridge on its way to New York City.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/lowerNYC.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>The Fantasy will pass by lower Manhattan as it enters the mightly Hudson River.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/midtown.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/midtown2.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>The Empire State Building and Chrysler Building in mid-town will set the scene before the Fantasy calls Manhattan home for a three day stop at Pier 88 on the west side at 55th Street.</p>
<p>Sue and Tom Pisaturo will be updating this blog with more pictures from the Fantasy's arrival in New York City. Sue, Mary from MouseSavers and a few Small World Vacations agents will be touring the Fantasy on Wednesday and the Christening Cruise on Thursday, March 1. Check back for more info!</p>
<p>For assistance with your Disney Cruise, contact <a>www.smallworldvacations.com</a>.</p>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2012 04:32:20 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disney Cruise Line Unveils New Itineraries and Ports for 2013</title>
<description><p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Athens-Mickey1-640x427.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="216" /><br />First-Ever Miami Departures and New European Destinations Including Greece Provide More Options for Disney Cruise Line Guests</p>
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<p style="text-align: left;" align="center">CELEBRATION, Fla. (Jan. 24, 2012) – In 2013, Disney Cruise Line will offer new itineraries, including an expanded portfolio of European cruises with new destinations such as Venice, Italy, and the Greek Isles. In addition, Disney Cruise Line will utilize a second homeport in Florida, with Caribbean sailings departing from the Port of Miami for the first time.</p>
<p>With the addition of the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy to the fleet of cruise ships, Disney Cruise Line is able to take more families to more destinations around the world. Disney Cruise Line has always catered to the unique vacation needs of families, and next year will be enhancing the cruise options for guests — whether it’s sun and sand in the Caribbean, outdoor adventures in Alaska or experiencing the wonders of Europe.</p>
<p>Highlights of the Disney Cruise Line 2013 schedule (which can be booked beginning Jan. 26, 2012) include…</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Mediterranean from Barcelona</span></strong></p>
<p>Beginning June 1, 2013, the Disney Magic returns to Europe with plenty of new twists to the Mediterranean itineraries, including a four-night option and special 12-night sailings in addition to seven-night itineraries that treat guests to the best of Europe during the three-month season.</p>
<p>The new 12-night sailings visit destinations such as Venice, Italy, and Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast on one itinerary and Ephesus, Turkey and the Greek Isles including Athens, on another. Each itinerary will offer a sailing departing in June and another departing in July.</p>
<p>All itineraries depart from Barcelona, Spain, as the Disney Magic takes guests on an exciting journey of richly diverse cities, cultures and people. With romantic boulevards, bustling bazaars, iconic locations, mild climates, sun-drenched islands and the brilliant blue Mediterranean Sea, guests will enjoy a world-class family vacation with legendary Disney guest service.</p>
<p>Rates start at $796 per person for four-night cruises, $1,015 per person for seven-night cruises and $2,244 for 12-night cruises departing from Barcelona for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.</p>
<p><strong><em>Four-night Mediterranean Getaway </em></strong></p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ports</span></em><em>:</em> Barcelona; Nice (Villefranche), France; Palma de Mallorca, Spain</p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Departure dates</span></em><em>:</em> July 9, Aug. 6</p>
<p><strong><em>Seven-night Mediterranean Cruise </em></strong></p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ports</span></em><em>:</em> Barcelona; Nice (Villefranche), France; Florence (La Spezia), Italy; Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy; Naples, Italy</p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Departure dates</span></em><em>:</em> June 1, 8, Aug. 10, 17, 24, 31</p>
<p><strong><em>12-night Mediterranean with Greece</em></strong></p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ports</span></em><em>:</em> Barcelona; Nice (Villefranche), France; Florence (La Spezia), Italy; Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy; Athens (Piraeus), Greece; Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey; Mykonos, Greece; Valetta, Malta</p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Departure dates</span></em><em>:</em> June 15, July 13</p>
<p><strong><em>12-night Mediterranean with Venice</em></strong></p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ports</span></em><em>:<strong> </strong></em>Barcelona; Nice (Villefranche), France; Florence (La Spezia), Italy; Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy; Naples, Italy; Venice, Italy (overnight); Dubrovnik, Croatia; Valetta, Malta</p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Departure dates</span></em><em>:</em> June 27, July 25</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Bahamas and Western Caribbean from Miami</span></strong></p>
<p>Disney Cruise Line will sail from Miami for the first time on Dec. 23, 2012. One six- and one seven-night Caribbean sailing aboard the Disney Wonder will set the stage for a schedule of four- and five-night cruises from Miami to the Bahamas and Western Caribbean between Jan. 5, 2013, and May 2, 2013. The four- and five-night cruises have a variety of itineraries. Ports of call may include Cozumel, Mexico; Grand Cayman; Key West; Nassau, Bahamas, and Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay.</p>
<p>The itineraries offer families magical days at sea to explore all of the fun aboard the Disney Wonder and days in port to lounge on warm, golden beaches, to swim and snorkel in azure waters or to shop to their heart’s content in exotic marketplaces.</p>
<p>Rates for four- and five-night cruises departing from Miami start at $440 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.</p>
<p><strong><em>Five-night Caribbean</em></strong></p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ports</span></em><em>:</em> Miami, Cozumel, Castaway Cay</p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Departure dates</span></em><em>:</em> Jan. 5, 19, Feb, 2, 16, March 2, 16, 30, April 13, 27</p>
<p><strong><em>Five-night Caribbean</em></strong></p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ports</span></em><em>:<strong> </strong></em>Miami, Grand Cayman, Cozumel<strong><em></em></strong></p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Departure dates</span></em><em>:<strong> </strong></em>Jan. 14, 28, Feb. 11, 25, March 11, 25, April 8, 22<strong><em></em></strong></p>
<p><strong><em>Four-night Bahamas</em></strong></p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ports</span></em><em>:</em> Miami, Key West, Nassau, Castaway Cay</p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Departure dates</span></em><em>:</em> Jan. 10, 24, Feb. 7, 21, March 7, 21, April 4, 18, May 2</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Western Caribbean from Galveston</span></strong></p>
<p>The Disney Magic, which will begin sailing from Texas in 2012, will continue to sail from the Port of Galveston through May 2013, to the Western Caribbean.</p>
<p>Rates start at $750 per person for six-night cruises and $920 per person for eight-night cruises departing from Galveston for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.</p>
<p><strong><em>Six-night Caribbean:</em></strong></p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ports</span></em><em>:</em> Galveston, Grand Cayman, Cozumel</p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Departure dates</span></em><em>:</em> Dec. 15 and 29, 2012, Jan. 12, 26, Feb. 9, 23, March 9, 23, April 6, 20. May 4</p>
<p><strong><em>Eight-night Caribbean:</em></strong></p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ports</span></em><em>:</em> Galveston, Key West, Grand Cayman, Costa Maya, Cozumel</p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Departure dates</span></em><em>:</em> Dec. 21, 2012, Jan. 4, 18, Feb. 1, 15, March 1, 15, 29, April 12, 26, May 10</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Alaska from Vancouver</span></strong></p>
<p>Beginning May 27, 2013, the Disney Wonder will sail seven-night cruises from Vancouver to Tracy Arm, Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan, Alaska.</p>
<p>These cruises will combine the natural wonder and adventurous spirit of Alaska with the unparalleled, family-friendly experience found on a Disney Cruise Line ship. Disney Cruise Line worked closely with Alaskan tour operators to create exclusive-to-Disney family-friendly Port Adventures that allow guests to best experience Alaska’s natural beauty and rich history.</p>
<p>Rates for seven-night Alaska cruises departing from Vancouver start at $1,015 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.</p>
<p><strong><em>Seven-night Alaska: </em></strong></p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ports</span></em><em>:</em> Vancouver, Tracy Arm (scenic cruising through fjord), Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan</p>
<p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Departure dates</span></em><em>:</em> May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26, Sept. 2</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Caribbean and Bahamas from Port Canaveral</span></strong></p>
<p>The Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream will continue to sail a variety of Caribbean and Bahamian itineraries departing from Port Canaveral.</p>
<p>The Disney Fantasy will sail out of Port Canaveral on seven-night Caribbean itineraries – alternating eastern (St. Maarten and St. Thomas) and western (Grand Cayman, Costa Maya, Cozumel). Special Eastern Caribbean sailings, January through April 2013, stop at San Juan, Puerto Rico. All Disney Fantasy itineraries include a stop at Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay.</p>
<p>Rates for seven-night Caribbean cruises on the Disney Fantasy start at $1,085 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.</p>
<p>The Disney Dream will sail three-, four- and five-night cruises from Port Canaveral to the Bahamas and Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay.</p>
<p>Rates for three- and four-night Bahamian cruises on the Disney Dream start at $450 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Adventures By Disney</span></strong></p>
<p>Disney Cruise Line and Adventures by Disney will offer families unique land and sea experiences in the Mediterranean. Available on select departures, guests can maximize the magic with three-night or four-night pre-cruise Adventures by Disney vacation itineraries in Barcelona and Madrid. These immersive add-ons allow families to envelop themselves in the culture of the region with VIP access in the most-sought-after tourist destinations – such as the Sagrada Familia Cathedral in Barcelona and the El Prado museum in Madrid – as well as hands-on lessons in archeology, flamenco dancing, local cuisine and stained glass crafting. Each Adventures by Disney departure is led by knowledgeable Adventure Guides who handle all the planning logistics so parents can relax and enjoy quality time with their family.</p>
<p>Families can also enhance seven-night and 12-night Mediterranean sailings with Adventures by Disney Onboard Experience packages. Throughout the voyage, guests will have access to exclusive Adventures by Disney activities and concierge service from dedicated Adventure Guides. These guides will also lead travelers at each port, helping them unlock the wonders of each destination through exclusive excursions and off-the-beaten-path adventures. Specific itinerary and pricing information for the 2013 Adventures by Disney experiences will be available in March 2012.</p>
<p>All Disney Cruise Line pricing reflects a category 11C standard inside stateroom, Government Taxes and Fees not included. Bookings for the 2013 schedule open Jan. 26, 2012.</p>
<p>Platinum and Gold Castaway Cay members can start booking on Wednesday, January 25. Silver Members and general public can start booking on Thursday, January 26, 2012.</p>
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<p><strong>Disney Cruise Line</strong>® is continuing to modify its 7-night Mexican Riviera itineraries through fall 2012 aboard the <strong>Disney Wonder®</strong> by replacing calls to Mazatlan with an additional stop in Cabo San Lucas. A similar change was made for the Mexican Riviera itineraries scheduled from January - April 2012.<br /><strong><br />Disney Cruise Line</strong> continually evaluates its itineraries and believes that this change will provide the best family vacation experience for their guests. If you are booked on one of the fall sailings, you’ll be contacted by your Small World Vacations agent<strong>.</strong></p>
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<title>Disney Fantasy Celebrates 'Float Out' at Meyer Werft Shipyard</title>
<description><p class="extraTopMargin-dta"><span class="h1-dta"><span class="nomenclature-dta"></span></span>The <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span> floated out of
the enclosed building dock at the Meyer Werft shipyard on January 8,
2012, reaching another key milestone in the construction process.
Thousands of visitors lined the shore to catch a first glimpse of the
newest Disney ship.</p>
<p>The 'Float Out' is a special maritime event and one of the ship's
final stages of construction, where exteriors become complete and
interiors receive their finishing touches. Captain Mickey Mouse was on
hand for the celebration, which included a fireworks spectacular to mark
the occasion. </p>
<p>The <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span> will remain
in the Meyer Werft shipyard harbor for about two weeks before departing
to convey down the River Ems where its destination is the North Sea at
the port of Eemshaven, The Netherlands. The ship will then undergo Sea
Trials and finally make its way to Bremerhaven, Germany where it will
remain alongside until February 16, when it leaves for the Atlantic
crossing to its homeport in Port Canaveral, Florida.</p>
<p>The <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span> will sail alternating seven-night cruises to the Eastern and Western Caribbean and Disney's private island paradise, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Castaway Cay</span>, with the maiden voyage scheduled for March 31, 2012.</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">New Experiences</span><br />
Disney's newest ship will bring to life many of the innovative features guests love on the recently launched <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Dream</span> including <span class="nomenclature-dta">AquaDuck</span> — the world's first shipboard water coaster. But new design elements and guest experiences will give the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span> an identity all its own.</p>
<p>Some of the new highlights found on the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span> include:</p>
<ul>
<li><span class="nomenclature-dta">Europa</span> - a nighttime
entertainment district exclusively for guests 18 and older that features
sophisticated bars and trendy lounges inspired by the very best in
European travel.</li>
<li>A new, innovative show for the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Animator's Palate</span>
restaurant where diners will serve as guest animators. During the
"Animation Magic" show guests are asked to hand-draw a character of
their own at the start of dinner. After an entertaining show featuring
montages from Disney animated films and shorts, guests prepare for a
whimsical finale moment where the guest-drawn characters spring to life
and interact with characters from beloved Disney animated classics.</li>
<li>At <span class="nomenclature-dta">Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique</span>
aspiring young princesses and pirates receive the full fairy tale
treatment with pixie-dusted and piratical makeovers at this very special
salon.</li>
<li>A new ship means new main stage entertainment at the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Theatre</span>:
<ul class="noBottomMargin-dta">
<li>"Wishes" is a spectacular production debuting on the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>.
This signature show is a 45-minute musical journey about three best
friends who discover that the secret to being a grown up is staying
connected to their inner child. Full-scale production numbers and
special effects bring excitement to the stage as the cast of "Wishes"
performs original songs and classic Disney tunes with a contemporary
twist.</li>
<li>New to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>®, "Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular" takes the stage on the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>.
During this Broadway-style production, guests laugh along with the
wise-cracking Genie and the cast from the classic animated Disney film,
"Aladdin."</li>
<li>"A Fantasy Come True" is a 45-minute high energy, multimedia,
musical production that follows one family's journey as they discover
the amazing experiences and enchanting surprises that await them aboard
the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>. Ultimately,
they learn that the greatest experience the ship has to offer is the
opportunity to make memories together as a family that will last a
lifetime.</li>
<li> "An Unforgettable Journey," is a 45-minute musical production
that celebrates the extraordinary journey guests experienced onboard
the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>. This farewell
show highlights the memorable moments and distinctly Disney touches
through the words and wisdom of the man himself - Walt Disney. Walt
Disney quotes, audio and video clips connect the guests' experiences to
the man who started it all.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Guests can splash and play in the <span class="nomenclature-dta">AquaLab</span> - a brand-new water play area on deck 12, near the entrance to the <span class="nomenclature-dta">AquaDuck</span>
water coaster. Families can frolic among pop jets, geysers and bubblers
in this fun and fanciful 1,800-square-foot space. As the story goes, <span class="nomenclature-dta">AquaLab</span>
was created by Donald Duck's nephews, Huey, Dewey and Louie, and
features a variety of water "experiments" designed to drench the whole
family.</li>
<li>The <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>
features another new area for guests of all ages to cool off. On deck 12
forward, a wading pool with a fountain water feature, ample seating and
lounge chairs under canopy offer a respite in the shade.</li>
<li>In addition to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Quiet Cove Pool</span> and <span class="nomenclature-dta">Cove Bar</span> on the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>, a new adult-exclusive area offers a retreat on the upper decks for guests 18 and older. At <span class="nomenclature-dta">Satellite Sun Deck</span> on deck 13 forward a brand-new water feature called <span class="nomenclature-dta">Satellite Falls</span>
is a circular splash pool with benches and a gently falling rain
curtain that provides cool comfort. Around this upper deck, adult guests
can soak up the sun in loungers or relax in the shade under a canopy.</li>
<li>The Muppets make their debut on <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>
in a brand-new adventure game aboard the ship. In "The Case of the
Stolen Show," Guests set out on an interactive quest to help a cast of
more than 20 Muppets find their missing show props.</li>
</ul>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 04:59:53 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Southwest Splendors Adventures by Disney Day Seven</title>
<description><p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/messawaterview.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>A serene start to an white water day. The Colorado River is the setting for our next Southwest Splendor adventure.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/mesaviewriver.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/raftgear.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/tomcloseraft.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Everyone is geared up for a float down the river in a raft, the best way to view the magestic messas.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/tworaftsonwater.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Nice and easy does it at first.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/raftgroup.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Taking in the view at a leisurely pace.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/tomraft.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>This is fun!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/fromwaterraft.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>The water starts churning and the excitment mounts as we reach Class I and Class II rapids.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/raftside.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Whoa! Hold on this is going to be a bumpy ride!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/tomraftwet.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Everyone gets wet. The sun is warm and the water is refreshing.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/raftwet.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Water fight! A friendly way to cool off.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/watersprayraft.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Our final excursion ends with a big splash.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/finalbuffet.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>A Southwestern Buffet, our final dinner at the Red Cliff Lodge is a fitting goodbye.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/finalmealgroup.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Our fellow travelers are entertained by a pair of local cowfolk and the breathtaking sunset view.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/dayonegroup.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /> <br />Our group started out as strangers and ended up as great friends. We shared a week of amazing moments and memories. Here we are on Day One at Montezuma's Castle. Seems like a lifetime ago.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/tiffanymikedan.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Our fearless leaders, Tiffany, Dan and Mike. Thanks for taking such good care of us and making each of us feel special.<br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/tiffyandmikelastday.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Adventures Guides Tiffany and Mike always made us laugh and anticipated our every need.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/nightsky.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>After a delicious meal, we were treated to a slideshow highlighting our Adventure by Disney, and then, we ventured into the night for a campfire under the stars.  The memories will last a lifetime....</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/tomsuetaz.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Taz (from Red Rock Tours) Sue and Tom on our way to our Vortex Tour of Sedona.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday7/tiffybus.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>During our final morning bus ride to Colorado Junction Airport, we are sad that our Southwest Splendor journey has come to an end. We can't wait to plan our next Adventure by Disney vacation. <a href="/extlink.cfm?link=http://www.disneywebcontent.com/portal/site/csa-abd/menuitem.b9e1d84045e3013045686510f8b471ca/?vgnextoid=0dcb0a3ac5572210VgnVCM100000d864a8c0RCRD&amp;SiteID=1866" target="_blank">Where to next?</a></p>
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<p>Read Sue Pisaturo's Southwest Splendor's Blog Entries:</p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-by-sue-pisaturo" target="_blank">Southwest Splendors Adventure by Disney Overview</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-day-one-day-three" target="_blank">Day One through Day Three - Sedona to the Grand Canyon</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-day-four-grand-canyon" target="_blank">Day Four - Grand Canyon Exploration</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-slendors-adventures-by-disney-day-six" target="_blank">Day Five - Monument Valley</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/adventures-by-disney-southwest-splendors-day-six" target="_blank">Day Six - </a><a href="/blog/post.cfm/adventures-by-disney-southwest-splendors-day-six" target="_blank">Arches National Park</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventures-by-disney-day-seven" target="_blank">Day Seven - Floating Down the Colorado River</a></p>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2012 20:07:03 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Adventures by Disney Southwest Splendors Day Six</title>
<description><p>Another morning on our Adventure by Disney and we are up before dawn.
When you have such incredible scenery surrounding you, it's easy to
wake up extra early to greet the day.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/dawn1.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/dawn.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>After a delicious buffet breakfast at the <a href="http://www.redcliffslodge.com/" target="_blank">Red Cliffs Lodge,</a> our group was joined by a local expert who shared interesting information about <a href="http://www.nps.gov/arch/index.htm" target="_blank">Arches National Park</a> and the geological wonders that were formed over hundreds of millions of years.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/moltenrock.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/threesisters.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>We got off the bus and were excited to actually walk among these
natural wonders. Our footprints joined the many others drawn to explore
this unique environment.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/footstepsarches.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/archespanorama.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>You can choose between a leisurely walk to some nearby arches or a more rigorous hike to the Delicate Arch. </p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/arches3.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/arches.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Could this cavity in stone be a hidden Mickey?</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/mickeyheadarch.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>We seem tiny in comparison to the towering arch.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/bigarch.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Tom, Adventure Guide Tiffany, Randal and Gene head out on their
challenging trek to the Delicate Arch. Bring water, sunscreen, lip balm,
sunglasses, hat, power bar, sturdy hiking books and an adventurous
spirit.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/hikers1.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>At times, the path was narrow with a steep drop off and not for the
faint of heart. But if you are a go-for-it type of person, it is
absolutely exhilarating.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/hikers2.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/arches4.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>The amazing view was worth the hike!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/arches5.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Up ahead, the Delicate Arch!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/tomarch.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Tom at the Delicate Arch. What an incredible moment!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/arch.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>The Delicate Arch, Mother Natures' work of art.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/nativeart.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Ancient Pictographs - Native American's work of art.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday6/alienthriftshop.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>Modern Day Human work of art at a Moab Thrift Shop. </p>
<p>Today was out of this world!</p>
<p>Read Sue Pisaturo's Southwest Splendor's Blog Entries:</p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-by-sue-pisaturo" target="_blank">Southwest Splendors Adventure by Disney Overview</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-day-one-day-three" target="_blank">Day One through Day Three- Sedona to the Grand Canyon</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-day-four-grand-canyon" target="_blank">Day Four - Grand Canyon Exploration</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-slendors-adventures-by-disney-day-six" target="_blank">Day Five - Monument Valley</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/adventures-by-disney-southwest-splendors-day-six" target="_blank">Day Six - </a><a href="/blog/post.cfm/adventures-by-disney-southwest-splendors-day-six" target="_blank">Arches National Park</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventures-by-disney-day-seven" target="_blank">Day Seven - Floating Down the Colorado River</a></p>
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<p>It was time to move on and see more of the American Southwest. We said goodbye to the Grand Canyon and the Thunderbird Lodge. Disney took our bags at 7am so Tom is only carrying our personal bags.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/onthebus.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>We were back on the bus and headed to our next destination, Monument Valley. But, first we had to drive through the Bad Lands.<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/barrenland.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Are we on another planet?<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/themoon.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Wild horses run free!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/wildhorses.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Does the scene below look familiar? Run, Forrest, Run!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/forestgump.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>It is Monument Valley Mile Marker 13, the spot where Forrest stopped running.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/firstmonument.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Our first monument sighting! We stopped for lunch at <a href="http://www.gouldings.com/" target="_blank">Gouldings </a>featuring regional  favorites including Navajo Tacos. We stretched our legs and did some shopping for crafts and gifts made by local artists.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/farawaymonuments.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>The monuments are in view. We can't wait to get close to these amazing natural wonders.<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/giantlion.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>This one looks like a giant lion. Disney fans will see the famous villian, Scar.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/overviewmonument.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/jeepmonument.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>We boarded open air jeeps and set out across the red sandy landscape. Bring a bandana to keep the dust out of your eyes and nose and a cushion since it's bumpy ride. It can get hot so I brought a bandana that you dip in water and it retains the moisture to keep you cool such as <a href="http://www.icycools.com/index.php/heat-bandanas.html" target="_blank">Icy Bandan</a>a.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/mitten.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/mitten3people.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/monumentvalley2.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>A horse and his master were waiting to take a picture with visitors for a few dollars.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/indianhorse.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>There was a little marketplace set up with food and Native American gifts</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/mittentrailer.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/shopmonument.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/balancingchineserock.jpg" alt="" width="258" height="344" /><br /><br />Balancing rocks defy gravity.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/chevron.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Natural Chevrons create geometric patterns on the mountainsides. <br /><br />After a 326 mile journey from Arizona to Utah, we arrive at our final lodging, <a href="http://www.redcliffslodge.com/" target="_blank">Red Cliffs Lodge</a> in Moab.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/redclifflodge3.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>The Colorado River borders the lodge property.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/redcliffs.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>The Red Cliffs paint a natural backdrop.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/redclifflodge.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Suites boast incredible views and comfort.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/redclifflodge2.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Cabins located along the Colorado River feature a full kitchen.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/redclifflodgehorses.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Horses leisurely grazing in the pasture.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/cowpeeking.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>A friendly cow peeks through a rustic fence.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/redclifflodgeteepee2.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Teepees - fun for kids to pretend and play.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestdayfive/moabcows.jpg" alt="" width="324" height="243" /></p>
<p>We watched the Red Cliffs change color as the sun set on another day of breathtaking scenery. We were  glad to relax and enjoy dinner outside on the deck at the lodge restaurant featuring western favorites.</p>
<p>Read Sue Pisaturo's Southwest Splendor's Blog Entries:</p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-by-sue-pisaturo" target="_blank">Southwest Splendors Adventure by Disney Overview</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-day-one-day-three" target="_blank">Day One through Day Three - Sedona to the Grand Canyon</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-day-four-grand-canyon" target="_blank">Day Four - Grand Canyon Exploration</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-slendors-adventures-by-disney-day-six" target="_blank">Day Five - Monument Valley</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/adventures-by-disney-southwest-splendors-day-six" target="_blank">Day Six - Arches National Park</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventures-by-disney-day-seven" target="_blank">Day Seven - Floating Down the Colorado River</a></p>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 02:06:47 GMT</pubDate>
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<img class="image-left" src="http://a.dolimg.com/en-US/disneyfans/media/insider/articles/mainattraction_111208_230.jpg" alt="&amp;quot;Finding Nemo&amp;quot; themed room at the Art of Animation Resort." />One of the delights of a Walt Disney World Resort vacation is that the magic doesn't end when you leave the Theme Park gates and return to your room. At every Disney Resort
property, Guests are greeted with the friendliness, service, and
magical details that make Disney Disney. It's no wonder that the opening
of a new Hotel or Resort is big news!<br /><br />
Now Disney's Art of Animation Resort,
slated to open in phases beginning in May 2012, will take the concept
of extending the magic further than ever before. As Frank Paris, Senior
Project Manager – Walt Disney Imagineering and project lead for the new
Resort, explains, "There are certain animated films that resound with
our Guests. Everybody loves the immersive Disney experience they get in
the Parks, but how do you do it in the Resort? Our idea was to immerse
Guests in their favorite movies while staying at the Resort, so that
they really feel like one of the Characters." The Resort has 10
buildings clustered around four large courtyards, and each courtyard
(with its surrounding buildings) has been themed to a different movie: "Cars," "The Lion King," "Finding Nemo," and "The Little Mermaid."<br /><br />
The legendary Imagineering attention to detail is evident in every
aspect of the Resort. Arriving Guests will check in at a reception
building celebrating the "art of animation" that brought each of these
beloved films to life. Frank walks us through: "Imagineer Eric Jacobson
came up with the idea 'what goes through the mind of an animator at
work?' So the first thing you see are black-and-white hand-sketched
images from all four movies on a long wall. As you enter, the tile
starts to turn colors and at the check-in desk there's a wave of color.
As you move further down, the sketches become more like images from the
movies. You are essentially walking through the creative process. Moving
on, there's a script wall with colored scenes from each of the movies
that make a great mural. The retail area is the <a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/resorts/art-of-animation-resort/services-amenities/?CMP=NLC-DPFY10Q3DisneyInsider1131P_insider_111208">Ink and Paint Shop</a>, and the dining area, called <a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/resorts/art-of-animation-resort/dining/?CMP=NLC-DPFY10Q3DisneyInsider1132P_insider_111208">Landscapes</a>,
is decorated with the landscapes from the movies. It is an enormous
artistic undertaking and display of great artwork. I think our Guests
will be taken aback by the artwork and the amount of intense color, and
brought right into the scene where they're the star in any of these
movies!"<br /><br />
Now that Guests have been through the mind of an animator, they're ready
to move into the world of the particular film their section of the
Resort celebrates. Those who've chosen to stay in the world of "Cars"
will find themselves on the road to Radiator Springs, encountering 11 of
the Characters from the film along the way. When Guests enter the
"Finding Nemo" courtyard, they become the size of Nemo and dive into the
big blue with all their favorite Characters from the film. In "The
Little Mermaid" courtyard, Guests venture under the sea and become part
of Ariel's world, while "The Lion King" courtyard puts you in the shoes –
make that paws – of a teen-aged Simba for a trip from Pride Rock to the
Elephant Graveyard. Each courtyard is full of details and surprises,
from the Squirt's Righteous Reef water play area celebrating "Finding
Nemo" to the neon signs sprinkled through Radiator Springs. Even the
landscaping fits the theme, with kelp-like fronds swaying around "The
Little Mermaid" pool and jungle greenery in "The Lion King" area.<br /><br />
Inside the buildings, the themes are just as detailed – not always an
easy challenge for the Imagineers to meet! Frank explains, "In the
suites [available in the Lion King, Cars, and Nemo areas, while Little
Mermaid offers individual rooms], you've got a pull-down bed that
doubles as a table, a sleeper sofa, and a bed in the master bedroom, and
you realize that for some of these films, there's no reference for
furniture! So how do you make the furniture make sense? We thought
instead of re-creating locations from the films, why don't we take
fabric, colors, and textures and use them in a creative way to put
people in the environment? So the sofa in 'Nemo' is a great red-orange
wavy fabric that you could really imagine seeing underwater. The carpet
is colors you'd expect to see in the ocean. The bathrooms are little
pieces taken from the submarine, so there's a round mirror that looks
like a portal and the tile looks like metal flake with rust pattern that
you could imagine came off the submarine. On the other hand, the film
'Cars' contained many of the details we needed, right down to the
curtains in the Cozy Cone Motel."<br /><br />
Fortunately, no one was better equipped to meet the challenges than Walt
Disney Imagineering. As Frank observes, " Imagineering is all about
creating detailed immersive environments! We spent about two years on
the design process, and I have books of the art from all the various
movies we tried to put in here. We worked hand in hand with our partners
at Pixar through the whole process, and worked with Feature Animation.
The animator who animated Ursula even came out recently to look at the
Ursula sculpture in the 'Little Mermaid' courtyard to give his
approval!"<br /><br />
Whether they're venturing under the sea, hitting the open road, or
roaming the Pride Lands, Guests will get to experience a Disney vacation
in a way they never have before – immersed in magic from the moment
they first step into the Resort lobby until their heads hit the pillow
in time for sweet Disney dreams.</p>
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<description><p>Thrill to fabulous original productions on the stage of the wonderful <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Theatre</span>.
Laugh and sing along with professional performers and favorite Disney
Characters in Broadway-style shows with brilliant costumes and stunning
special effects. Meet heroes and villains, encounter romance and comedy,
watch dreams come true. It can all happen to you in these live shows
that are truly Disney magic.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">A Fantasy Come True</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
This high energy, multimedia, musical welcome show follows one family's
journey as they discover the amazing experiences and enchanting
surprises that await them aboard the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>.
Ultimately, they learn that the greatest experience the ship has to
offer is the opportunity to make memories together as a family that will
last a lifetime.</p>
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<img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLAllAboardVarietyShow.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">All Aboard: Let the Magic Begin</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em>® (7-night or longer cruises)<br />
Let the magic begin in this delightful welcome to the vacation of
your dreams. Laugh out loud during sneak peeks at the comedians who will
be performing in your ship's clubs, sing along with the extraordinarily
talented Disney Cast, and meet some very special guests. Through songs,
music, comedy bits and magic tricks, receive an entertaining overview
of the many events, activities and venues available to you onboard, with
tips to help you make the most of your cruise vacation. It's the start
of voyage you'll never forget!</p>
<p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">An Unforgettable Journey</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
Celebrate the extraordinary journey guests experienced onboard the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>.
This musical farewell show highlights the memorable moments and
distinctly Disney touches through the words and wisdom of the man
himself - Walt Disney. Walt Disney quotes, audio and video clips connect
the guests' experiences to the man who started it all.</p>
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<p>
<img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLDisneyDreams.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Disney Dreams...An Enchanted Classic</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em>, <em>Disney Wonder</em>®<br />
Join Peter Pan as he leads you on a magical musical adventure where
dreams really do come true. Discover the power of faith, trust and pixie
dust as Aladdin, Jasmine, Cinderella, Ariel, Sebastian, Belle, Simba
and other favorite Disney characters bring treasured Disney songs to
life. The show features dramatic laser effects, pyrotechnic effects, and
includes a special appearance by Tinker Bell. Wish upon a star as you
celebrate an enchanted evening to cherish forever.</p>
<p>
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<img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/Fantasy/AladdinShow_Fantasy_220.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular </span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
Laugh along with the wise-cracking Genie and the cast from the
classic animated Disney film, "Aladdin" In this fast-paced, 45-minute
musical comedy, Aladdin is back as the "street rat" of Agrabah, who ends
up with a Genie who grants him 3 wishes, battles the evil Jafar and
falls in love with Princess Jasmine. Flying carpets, magic lamps,
wise-cracking genies, princesses and evil wizards are all a part of this
Broadway-style production.</p>
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<img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLDisneyBelieve.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Disney's Believe</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream</em>, <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
This lavish production tells the tale of a father who, through the
power of Disney magic, reconnects with his daughter and learns a
valuable lesson about what is important in life. This show takes guests
to the garden of Dr. Cornelius Greenaway. His daughter Sophia makes a
special birthday wish and the impossible happens: Genie from Disney's
"Aladdin" appears to make her wish come true along with more than 20 of
Disney's most beloved characters.</p>
<p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLMagicalFarewell.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Remember the Magic: A Final Farewell</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em> (7-night or longer cruises)<br />
Delight in this live show that brings together some of the finest
entertainment of your vacation-including variety acts, theatre
performers and Disney Characters-for a fun-filled final look at some of
the most memorable moments from your cruise. Re-live cherished moments
from the voyage's spectacular shows such as the twist on the Cinderella
Story and the pixie dust of "Disney Dreams." Share the memories with
beloved Disney Characters in a final farewell that proves that dreams
really can come true.</p>
<p>
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<img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLGoldenMickeys.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">The Golden Mickeys</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Wonder</em><br />
It's Lights, Cameras, Action! as you step onto the red carpet for a
glamorous awards tribute to the most cherished songs from Disney's
classic films. Honor your favorite Disney heroes and villains in this
brilliant production that brings Disney's greatest musical hits to life.
And don't be surprised if you become a star when pre-show red carpet
interviews are broadcast in real time via video camera onto screens
within the theatre for everyone to see.</p>
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<img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLGoldenMickeysTribute.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">The Golden Mickeys: A Timeless Tribute</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream</em><br />
This guest favorite gets an extra sprinkle of glitz and glamour with
new musical numbers, enhanced technology and dazzling special effects.
Enjoy an aerial ballet featuring Ariel from "The Little Mermaid," an
elegant ballroom waltz inspired by "Beauty and the Beast" featuring the
Beast's transformation into a prince, and a romantic duet performed by
Rapunzel and Flynn Rider, lead characters of Disney's animated feature,
"Tangled."</p>
<p>
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<img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLToyStoryMusical.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Toy Story - The Musical</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Wonder</em><br />
Preserving the humor and heart of the original "Toy Story" film,
revisit the touching story of friendship between Buzz Lightyear (a
state-of-the-art action figure) and Woody (a traditional cowboy toy) as
they compete for the attention of Andy, their boy owner. It's an
unforgettable song-and-dance spectacular exclusive to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>®, with 6 original songs, Randy Newman's classic, "You've Got a Friend in Me" and 10 spectacular, larger-than-life sets.</p>
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<img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLTwiceCharmed.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Twice Charmed - An Original Twist on the Cinderella Story</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em> (7-night or longer cruises)<br />
Discover a classic tale told in a brand new way in this marvelous
musical with a brilliant cast, colorful costumes, sensational sets,
wonderful new songs, and a surprising twist: Cinderella's evil
stepmother hires a Fairy Godfather, who rewrites the course of history
and forces Cindy to endure a whole new series of hardships. But her
belief in herself -- and her dreams -- lead to a happily ever after
you'll never forget!</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Villains Tonight!</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Dream</em><br />
Prepare for a family-friendly, fun-filled musical extravaganza with
elaborate sets and special effects, extravagant costumes and a
contemporary musical score. About to lose his position as Lord of the
Underworld, Hades conjures up the most powerful Disney villains to help
him replenish the world of evil. What ensues is a comical journey filled
with wacky antics and amusing musical numbers. This show features a
"Who's Who" of Disney villains and sidekicks, including Ursula, the Evil
Queen, Captain Hook, Dr. Facilier, Cruella De Vil and Scar.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Wishes</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
This signature show is a musical journey about three best friends who
discover that the secret to being a grown up is staying connected to
their inner child. Their wish evokes an enchanted world where a
cavalcade of Disney characters - including Rapunzel, Flynn Rider, Lilo,
Stitch, Mulan, Hercules, Pinocchio, Timon and Pumbaa - materialize to
guide the teens through their magical journey. Full-scale production
numbers and special effects bring excitement to the stage as the cast
performs original songs and classic Disney tunes with a contemporary
twist.</p>
<p>Contact Small World Vacations for a price quote today at <a>www.smallworldvacations.com</a></p>
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<p><strong>Alaskan Wonders Family Cruise Vacation</strong><br />
Available on the following 2012 Alaskan Cruises: 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20</p>
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventures by Disney</span>® and <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>® present an extraordinary new way to experience Alaska. <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span> Guests can now enhance a 7-Night Alaskan Cruise with the extra magic of an <span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventures by Disney</span>
vacation! The Alaskan Wonders vacation brings you an exquisite
selection of unique onboard activities and premium shore experiences
designed to immerse you and your family in the history and sights of
Alaska.</p>
<p>This experience includes all shore excursions and meals, onboard and
onshore photos and gratuities as well as private receptions and special
activities on board the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Wonder</span>®.</p>
<p><strong>Trip Highlights</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Gold Panning in Skagway</strong><br />
Known as "Gateway to the Klondike," the historic port town of Skagway is
home to unspoiled natural beauty and wilderness wonders. Whether you're
panning for gold or braving the Yukon Suspension Bridge, feel the
excitement of the pioneer spirit!</li>
<li><strong>Seaplane Tour in Juneau</strong><br />
Venture to Alaska's capital, home to the Mendenhall Glacier. Marvel at
the North American frontier when you sweep over the majestic land in a
seaplane. The glacial beauty will take your breath away!</li>
<li><strong>Ziplining and Totem Pole Carving in Ketchikan</strong><br />
Welcome to Alaska's first city! Feel the adrenaline as you soar over the
rainforest canopy on a zipline. Then watch a Native master demonstrate
the art of carving a totem pole.</li>
<li><strong>Salmon Bake at Taku Glacier Lodge</strong><br />
Your seaplane lands at Taku Glacier Lodge, where you will sit down for a
mouth-watering salmon bake. Your drinks are chilled with actual glacier
ice!</li>
</ul>
<p>Minimum age for this adventure is 4 years. Suggested age 6+ years.<br />
Gratuity for Adventure Guides is not included.</p>
<p>Contact Small World Vacations for a price quote today at www.smallworldvacations.com</p>
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<p class="h1-dta"><em>Room for the whole family!</em></p>
<p>Discover an array of spacious accommodations for parties with 5 or more people at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>®
Resort. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, planning a family
reunion, enjoying a special occasion—or just want some extra room and
privacy for your children, you can find a Disney Resort Hotel with just
the size and space that's right for you.</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Here are 4 great options</span>:</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Value Resort Hotel - Sleeps Up to 6 Guests</span><br />
Jazz it up at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's All-Star Music</span> Resort, a Resort Hotel located near <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Animal Kingdom</span>®
Theme Park. This Disney Resort Hotel's family suites, which sleep up to
6 Guests, have a separate bedroom, pull-out sofas in the living room, 2
bathrooms and a kitchenette.<br />
Opening in the summer of 2012, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Art of Animation</span>
Resort invites you to step into the story with spacious suites inspired
by classic Walt Disney and Disney·Pixar animated films. Each suite
sleeps up to 6 Guests and features 2 separate bathrooms and 3 separate
sleeping areas, including a private master bedroom.</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Moderate Resort Hotel - Sleeps Up to 6 Guests</span><br />
Spread out and relax in the home-style comfort at The Cabins at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Fort Wilderness</span>
Resort! The spacious, secluded Wilderness Cabins sleep up to 6 Guests
and feature more than 500 square feet of living, dining and sleeping
area, as well as a private patio with BBQ grill and picnic table. The
kitchen is fully equipped, but don't worry about the dishes—we'll do
them for you!</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Deluxe Villa Resort Hotels - Sleeps Up to 8 Guests</span><br />
Relish the roominess of Disney Deluxe Villa Resort Hotels, which include
one and two-bedroom villas. Each two-bedroom villa sleeps up to 8
Guests and includes home-like amenities such as a full kitchen, a
whirlpool tub, DVD player, washer and dryer. Choose from locations in 8
delightful Deluxe Villa Resort Hotels:</p>
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Saratoga Springs</span> Resort<br />
<span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Beach Club</span> Villas<br />
<span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's BoardWalk </span>Villas<br />
<span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Old Key West</span> Resort<br />
<span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Animal Kingdom</span> Villas - Jambo House<br />
<span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Animal Kingdom</span> Villas - Kidani Village<br />
<span class="nomenclature-dta">The Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge</span><br />
<span class="nomenclature-dta">Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary</span> Resort </p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Treehouse Villas at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort &amp; Spa - Sleeps Up to 9</span><br />
The Treehouse Villas at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Saratoga Springs</span>
Resort &amp; Spa are stand-alone Disney Deluxe Villas nestled in
natural forest glens just around the river bend from the bustling <span class="nomenclature-dta">Downtown Disney</span>®
Area. The 60 three-bedroom vacation homes-elevated 10 feet off the
ground on pedestals and beams designed to blend into the lush wilderness
environment-sleep 9 Guests and feature modern luxuries such as
cathedral ceilings, granite countertops and flat-panel TVs.</p>
<p>Contact <a>www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for assistance with your Walt Disney World Vacation.</p>
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<p>Now you can stay and play—and feel like a character in favorite Disney films—with Disney Story Rooms at select <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>® Resort hotels.</p>
<p>Newly
imagined Disney Story Rooms offer you and your family the kind of
fantasy and adventure that lasts throughout your entire vacation. You
can stay and play in a vibrant environment inspired by beloved Disney
films.</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Pirate Rooms at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Caribbean Beach</span> Resort</span><br /> At <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Caribbean Beach</span>
Resort, your crew can choose to stay in a Pirate Room! These rooms are
designed to make you feel as if you've "set sail", with ship-themed beds
and other swashbuckling touches-from the light fixtures to the special
artwork on the walls.</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Royal Guest Rooms at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Port Orleans</span> Resort - Riverside</span><br /> Opening in mid-February 2012—and now welcoming reservations—the Royal Guest Rooms at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Port Orleans</span>
Resort - Riverside are quarters befitting the Kings and Queens of the
family—as well as the Princes and Princesses. Here, the remarkable décor
and rich details will place your family right in the middle of classic
Disney stories. Brought to life by celebrated Disney Characters, each
room is fit for royalty. Enjoy magnificent touches and magical
surprises, including custom drapes and linens, ornately decorated
beds-and headboards that glitter with a fiber optic "fireworks" display.
Here you'll enjoy majesty and fun, all rolled into one!</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta"><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Art of Animation</span> Resort</span><br /> Opening in phases beginning in Summer 2012—and now welcoming reservations—<span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Art of Animation</span>
Resort invites your family to become a part of beloved Walt Disney
Pictures and Disney·Pixar animated films. With 1,120 suites designed
after Disney·Pixar's <em>Finding Nemo</em> and <em>Cars</em> and Walt Disney Pictures' <em>The Lion King</em>, plus 864 standard rooms inspired by Walt Disney Pictures' <em>The Little Mermaid</em>, your family will be surrounded by some of your favorite stories throughout your entire <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>
Resort vacation. Standard rooms sleep up to 4, while suites sleep up to
6 and provide just the right amount of extra room that many families
need to spread out in comfort. From the magically themed family suites
and rooms to the spectacular courtyards, this new <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span> Value Resort will immerse families in one of four wonderful "worlds"—for a colorful journey through the story of each film.</p>
<p>Contact <a>Small World Vacations</a> to book your Walt Disney World vacation.</p></description>
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<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventures by Disney</span>®,
the award-winning family travel provider, invites you to go on
the ultimate Southern California adventure with "Lights…Camera…Magic!"
During this daylong guided group excursion, Guests will be immersed in
the magic of Disney and the history of Hollywood in unique, unexpected
and unforgettable ways.</p>
<p>You will see where the Disney
legacy began-the Walt Disney Studios. All around you, the story of The
Walt Disney Company comes to life as you tour the historic Studio Lot,
explore the fascinating Disney Archives, shop at the Studio Store and
enjoy lunch at the Studio Commissary—experiences only Disney can offer.</p>
<p>You'll
also go behind the scenes for a private visit to the famed Grauman's
Chinese Theater or the Kodak Theater-home to the Academy Awards®â€”and
explore fun and fascinating Hollywood Boulevard. Later, cruise down the
legendary Sunset Strip to Beverly Hills, where you will stroll
along world-famous Rodeo Drive. Then, it's off to Malibu for a
reception—and a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean—at Gladstone's
beachfront restaurant, a celebrity favorite.</p>
<p>"Lights…Camera…Magic!" is a commissionable add-on component for <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Travel Company</span> packages at Disneyland. </p>
<p><strong>Adult Price</strong>: US $199<br /> <strong>Child Price</strong>: US $189 (ages 4-9)</p>
<p>Click here for <a id="nostrip" class="trackableFile" href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/DLR/DLR_ABD1DayTC.pdf" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a> <span class="smallFont-dta">(Adobe PDF)</span></p>
<p><span class="smallFont-dta">Small World Vacations agents experienced a day just like this during our private agent education program. Contact us for assistance with your Disneyland vacation at<a> www.smallworldvacations.com</a> <br /></span></p>
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<pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2011 03:45:43 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p>I woke up early today to watch the sunrise over the Grand Canyon and it was worth it. The morning air was crisp and the sky was like a canvas. As the sunlight danced across the walls of the canyon, the colors changed from grey to gold. It was spectacular.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/sunrisecanyon.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/sunrisecanyon2.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/grandcanyon1.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>After a delicious buffet breakfast at the Bright Angel Lodge our group was joined by a local expert who shared information and stories about the Grand Canyon. As we drove around the South Rim, he told us about the animals, trees and flowers that call this environment 7000 feet above sea level home.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/squirrel2.jpg" alt="" width="267" height="344" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/flowers.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>We visited the <a href="http://www.scienceviews.com/parks/watchtower.html">Desert View Watchtower</a> where we saw Native American Artwork and panoramic biews of the canyon.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/lookouttower.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/towerwindow.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Window view of Grand Canyon from tower window. An unusual perspective.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/towerstairs.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Circular stairs to top of tower decorated with native inspired artwork.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/ceiling.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>This picture of the ceiling of the Watch Tower can't fully represent its vibrant hues.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/nativedrawing.jpg" alt="" width="258" height="344" /></p>
<p>Hand painted murals illustrate Hopi mythology and religious ceremonies.</p>
<p>After climbing the tower and admiring the artwork, we were free for an afternoon on our own.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/brightangelcafe.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Lunch was shared with a few of our fellow adventurers at the Bright Angel Cafe. It was nice to get to know them better. Next, Tom and I were ready to explore the area surrounding the South Rim.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/hopihouse.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p><a href="http://www.nps.gov/history/history/online_books/harrison/harrison6.htm">Hopi House <br /></a></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/whatplanetisthis.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>This looks like another planet!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/longwaydown2.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>It's a long, long way down!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/canyonstudio.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Lookout Tower houses and observation station and gift shop. One of the best photo spots.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/canyoncabin.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>You can rent one of these cool cabins with a view of the Grand Canyon. <a href="http://www.grandcanyonlodges.com/Lodging-Overview-411.html" target="_blank">Click here for details</a></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/eltovar.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>After a leisurely afternoon, our Adventures Guides set up a dinner reservation for us at the El Tovar Hotel. (We were underwhelmed by the food and dry bread. I had to send my meal back because it was so bad.)</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/southwestday4/canyonsunset.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>After our meal, we were treated to a breathtaking sunset at the Grand Canyon!</p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: small;"></span></strong><a href="/adventures-by-disney/2011-adventures-by-disney-offer/2011-adventures-by-disney-offer" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"></span></a>Read Sue Pisaturo's Southwest Splendor's Blog Entries:</p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-by-sue-pisaturo" target="_blank">Southwest Splendors Adventure by Disney Overview</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-day-one-day-three" target="_blank">Day One through Day Three - Sedona to the Grand Canyon</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-day-four-grand-canyon" target="_blank">Day Four - Grand Canyon Exploration</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-slendors-adventures-by-disney-day-six" target="_blank">Day Five - Monument Valley</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/adventures-by-disney-southwest-splendors-day-six" target="_blank">Day Six - Arches National Park</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/2012-adventures-by-disney" target="_blank">Day Seven - Floating Down the Colorado River</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/2012-adventures-by-disney" target="_blank">Save up to $1000 on your Adventure by Disney. Contact Small World Vacations for assistance today.</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/adventures-by-disney-the-disney-difference" target="_blank">Learn more about Adventures by Disney</a></p>
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2011 01:21:01 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p>Uncover the untamed spirit of the American Southwest through colorful canyons and painted deserts. Grab a raft and relax as you float down the Colorado River. Go off road on a 4 x 4 excursion that will keep you on the edge of your seat. As your Southwest trek continues, you'll uncover the quieter corners of the Grand Canyon and hike through geological wonders in Arches National Park. These adventures and more will unfold beneath silent Southwest skies, starry nights and ancient canyon walls.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/mickeycactus.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="295" />Not so hidden Mickey, Southwest Style!</p>
<p>I recently traveled to the Southwest for the first time. It was on my wish list to see the Grand Canyon and visit natural vortexes in mystical Sedona. I chose an adult only Southwest Splendors Adventure by Disney in late September. It was the perfect time of year to go because the weather was gorgeous and the crowds were gone. In fact, there were mostly adults everywhere we went.</p>
<p>Here is a day by day journal of my dream vacation come true!</p>
<h3>Day One - Red Rock Welcome<br /></h3>
<p>We landed in Phoenix and were greeted by an Adventures by Disney rep who helped us claim our bags from the carousel. He took our luggage and directed us to the Star Bucks on the third level. After lunch on our own, we met Tiffany and Mike, our Adventures Guides Supreme, who introduced to our fellow travelers. We boarded our motorcoach and our Adventure began!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/seguarocactustall.jpg" alt="" width="258" height="344" /></p>
<p>An icon of the Southwest, a Saguaro Cactus. I have a feeling I'm not in New Jersey anymore!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/seguarocactus.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>Up close and personal with the cactus. Do you see the face of Simba?</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/montezumacastle.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>1000 year old <a href="http://www.nps.gov/moca/index.htm">Montezuma Castle</a> cliffdwelling an awe inspiring example of human ingenuity and determination.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/redrockmontainsedona.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>The Red Rocks of Sedona are picture perfect. You can feel their power.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/yellowflowersredrock.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>After we get settled in our rooms at the Amara Resort, there was a torch lit outdoor buffet with Southwest flavors waiting for us in the courtyard.  We slept good tonight.</p>
<h3>Day Two - Hit the Trail!</h3>
<p>Another beautiful day in Arizona. After a hearty buffet breakfast we have some surprise guests - a local animal wrangler with tarantula and a snake!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/Tomsnake.jpg" alt="" width="258" height="344" /></p>
<p>Tom makes a new friend<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/jeep.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>A caravan of 4 x 4 jeeps was ready to take us off road in Dry Creek Basin. Bring a sun screen, a cushion, hat and bandana to protect you from the elements and bumpy terrain. We had worked up a good appetite for lunch at the Heartline Cafe in Sedona. It was cool to see most buildings in colors of the Earth. Even the famous MacDonald golden arches were changed to turquoise to blend into nature. </p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/taz.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>After lunch Tom and I arranged for a Vortex Tour with<a href="http://www.redrockjeeptours.com/" target="_blank"> Red Rock Jeep Tours</a>. Our guide, Taz, was a wealth of knowledge and shared metaphysical insight as we visited three vortices. Like a modern day shaman, he taught us about the power of sage, Native American traditions and beliefs and the Earth's energy. <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/redrocksstream.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>In this natural serenity, we could feel the magnetic power at this Vortex in Sedona. Thanks Taz!</p>
<h3>Day Three - The Mighty Canyon</h3>
<p>We were up bright and early because we had a long drive from Sedona to the Grand Canyon.  On the way, we traveled through an Indian Reservation and watched as the landscape changed as we climbed in elevation. </p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/route66.jpg" alt="" width="255" height="344" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/alien.jpg" alt="" width="220" height="344" /><br />One of my favorite shopping moments ocurred during our mini tour of Williams, a tiny town frozen in time on the famous Route 66.  I found some very cool collectibles in an antique shop there. We were only there for a short time and then, back on the bus. Before we arrived at the Canyon we had a some Pizza and watched an Imax Movie about the history of this natural wonder. The anticipation was building!</p>
<p>Finally! Seeing the Grand Canyon for the first time defies description. You feel the beauty of this natural wonder with every molecule. It was awe inspiring.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/grandcanyon.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/grandcanyon2.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p>We checked into the Thunderbird Lodge and had the afternoon to explore. Our BBQ dinner buffet was topped off with two Navajo native dancers. These young boys were proud to carry on their traditions and had driven for hours to perform for us.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/nativeboy.jpg" alt="" width="147" height="344" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors2/otherdancer.jpg" alt="" width="255" height="344" /></p>
<p>Navajo Dancers</p>
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<p>It seemed appropriate that a family of elk were grazing near our hotel that evening. As it got dark, there were more stars in the sky than I had ever seen. One person in our group had an App on his IPhone that would tell you which contellation you were looking at if you pointed the device to the sky. 21 Century Technology meets Ancient Natural Wonders... amazing!<br /><br />Read Sue Pisaturo's Southwest Splendor's Blog Entries:
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<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-by-sue-pisaturo" target="_blank">Southwest Splendors Adventure by Disney Overview</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-day-one-day-three" target="_blank">Day One through Day Three - Sedona to the Grand Canyon</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-day-four-grand-canyon" target="_blank">Day Four - Grand Canyon Exploration</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-slendors-adventures-by-disney-day-six" target="_blank">Day Five - Monument Valley</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/adventures-by-disney-southwest-splendors-day-six" target="_blank">Day Six - Arches National Park</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventures-by-disney-day-seven" target="_blank">Day Seven - Floating Down the Colorado River</a></p>
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<pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2011 03:14:59 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors/grandcanyon4.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />I have heard it said that seeing the Grand Canyon can change your
life. After having been there, I can attest to the truth that lies in that
statement. It is such an amazing natural wonder that words and pictures cannot
fully depict its beauty. You simply have to witness the colors, textures and surreal
images for yourself. It is something you will never forget.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors/tomgrandcanyon.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />My husband
Tom and I recently traveled on a Disney Adventure called Southwest Splendors. Our
journey included Phoenix, Sedona, The Grand
Canyon and Moab
with a group of 25 adults and two Disney Adventure Guides.We started our week without knowing anyone on our trip and by the end of the week, we were united by friendship and the memories
we had shared. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors/tiffanymikedan.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />From the
moment we were greeted by an Adventures by Disney representative near the baggage
claim to a farewell hug from our fantastic bus driver, Dan, we were treated
like VIPs. It was as if our Adventure Guides, Tiffany and Mike could read our
minds and were always 10 steps ahead of us. Before we reached each new destination
they shared interesting facts and trivia. During our adventure, they made us
laugh with their silly jokes and personal stories.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors/tommikecanyon.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Tom and Adventure Guide, Mike at the Grand Canyon<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors/tomtiffy.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Tom and Adventure Guide, Tiffany after hiking to the Delicate Arch.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Tiffany and Mike got to know each of us
as individual and helped us to bond as a group. Professional yet down-to-earth,
they epitomized the Disney difference and exceeded our expectations throughout
the trip.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors/tomraft.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Our fellow adventurers (The Best Group Ever!)  floating down the Colorado River.<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Disney
handpicked each hotel during our Adventure by Disney based on its beautiful location and comfortable
accommodations. (There may be changes to the resort choices in 2012.)</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><strong>Amara Resort, Sedona, Arizona</strong><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors/amarafacade.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">At the <a href="http://www.amararesort.com/">Amara Resort</a>
in Sedona, our room was adjacent to the pool and picturesque Oak Creek. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors/snoopylucyrock.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Surrounding us were mystical red
rock formations and starlit skies.(Pictured above are the famous Snoopy and Lucy Rock.) The food at the resort’s Hundred Rox
Restaurant was my favorite meal. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><strong>Thunderbird Lodge, Grand Canyon</strong></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Our next stop, <a href="http://www.grandcanyonlodges.com/lodging-703.html">The Thunderbird Lodge,</a>
was a 2 star hotel with a 5 star view just steps from the edge of the Grand Canyon. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors/thunderbird.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />Thunderbird Hotel<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors/viewfromthunderbird.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />Our view of the Grand Canyon<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors/elkatnight.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />At night, we were thrilled to see a group
of elk grazing outside on the front lawn. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><br /><strong>Red Cliffs Lodge, Moab Utah</strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">The last three nights were spent at
the <a href="http://www.redcliffslodge.com/">Red Cliffs Lodge</a> in Moab in a Cabin boardering the Colorado
River. This was a delightful spot to end our amazing tour of the American
Southwest. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors/viewfromcabin.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors/redcliffslodge.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">From Dawn to Dusk, the way the cliffs changed color as the sun moved across the sky was mesmerizing.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors/redcliffsdawn.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SouthwestSplendors/cabins.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">For more information on Adventures by Disney, please contact <a>www.smallworldvacations.com.</a></span><br /><br />Read Sue Pisaturo's Southwest Splendor's Blog Entries:
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<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-by-sue-pisaturo" target="_blank">Southwest Splendors Adventure by Disney Overview</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-day-one-day-three" target="_blank">Day One through Day Three - Sedona to the Grand Canyon</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-day-four-grand-canyon" target="_blank">Day Four - Grand Canyon Exploration</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-slendors-adventures-by-disney-day-six" target="_blank">Day Five - Monument Valley</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/adventures-by-disney-southwest-splendors-day-six" target="_blank">Day Six - Arches National Park</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventures-by-disney-day-seven" target="_blank">Day Seven - Floating Down the Colorado River</a></p>
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<pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2011 18:56:38 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Party at your Walt Disney World Resort by agent Kathy</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Kathyresort/boardwalkvillas.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="234" /><br />There are
many reasons to stay at a Disney World Resort…the complimentary airport and
theme park transfers, extra magic hours, food cost savings with a Disney Dining
Plan, exceptional quality and service, immersive theming, etc…<span>  </span>While all of these are definite reasons my
family loves to stay at Disney’s Resorts (and we’ve stayed in them all), one
lesser known reason we love staying at Disney World are the array of
family-friendly activities and programs offered each day…for FREE!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Kathyresort/kidsstars.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />One of my
family’s personal favorites are the daily pool parties.<span>  </span>During these parties guests can partake in
games, contests and dancing, as little or as much as they’d like.<span>  </span>There are activities geared towards many age
groups…I’ve even witnessed some serious adult competition when it comes to
Disney Trivia! Are you up to the challenge?? </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Kathyresort/kidspool.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />In
participating (or watching our children participate) in the various Disney
Resort activities through the years, we have created some of our most treasured
Disney memories.<span>  </span>One unanticipated (yet
extremely valuable) outcome of our participation is that our family has met
some really great people from all over the world, resulting in discusses with
our children about other cultures and destinations.<span>  </span>Just another example of the “magic†Disney
orchestrates.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Kathyresort/hoopspool.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">There is no
question that you will take away some wonderful memories when you participate
in the Disney Resort activities…so have your camera ready…here are some shots
of our family enjoying some of the pool party “extras†at Disney’s BoardWalk
Inn…</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Kathyresort/guardboy.jpg" alt="" width="258" height="344" /><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">This game is
like a bean bag toss, but in the water with hola hoops and a beach ball.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Kathyresort/kathyskidspool.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span>So, when you need a break from the theme parks, head to your Disney resort where the party is waiting for you!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span>Contact Kathy@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Walt Disney World Vacation.<br /></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span><img src="file:///C:/Users/Sue/AppData/Local/Temp/msohtml1/01/clip_image012.jpg" alt="H:\pics\pool\P7200369.JPG" width="305" height="229" /></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">They also
have some “find that toy†IN the water games as well.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">There isn’t
a trip that goes by that my children don’t ask, “When are we going to play
games at the resort pool?â€, so I’m always sure to plan in time to enjoy our
Disney Resort and I definitely recommend you build in some time to enjoy this
lesser known benefit to staying at a Disney World Resort!<span>  </span>You’ll be happy you did!</p></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<p align="center"> </p>
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<td class="CruiseTen">
<p align="center"><strong>  Cost of Disney Cruise*</strong></p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseTen">
<p align="center"><strong> Small World Vacations<br />2011 - 2012 Onboard Credit</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="CruiseSix">$500 - $999</td>
<td class="CruiseSix">              $25</td>
<td style="background-color: #000000;"><br /></td>
<td class="CruiseSix">
<p> <br />$7500 - $8499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseSix">                 $350</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="CruiseNine">$1000 - $2499 </td>
<td class="CruiseNine">              $50</td>
<td style="background-color: #000000;"><br /></td>
<td class="CruiseNine"> $8500 - $9499 </td>
<td class="CruiseNine">                  $400</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="CruiseSix">$2500 - $3499</td>
<td class="CruiseSix">             $100</td>
<td style="background-color: #000000;"><br /></td>
<td class="CruiseSix">$9500 - $10,499   </td>
<td class="CruiseSix">                  $450</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="CruiseNine">$3500 - $4499</td>
<td class="CruiseNine">             $150</td>
<td style="background-color: #000000;"><br /></td>
<td class="CruiseNine"> $10,500 - $11,499  </td>
<td class="CruiseNine">                  $500</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="CruiseSix">$4500 - $5499</td>
<td class="CruiseSix">             $200</td>
<td style="background-color: #000000;"><br /></td>
<td class="CruiseSix">$11,500 - $12,499   </td>
<td class="CruiseSix">                  $550</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="CruiseNine">$5500 - $6499</td>
<td class="CruiseNine">            $250</td>
<td style="background-color: #000000;"><br /></td>
<td class="CruiseNine"> $12,500 - $13,499  </td>
<td class="CruiseNine">                  $600</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="CruiseSix">$6500 - $7499</td>
<td class="CruiseSix">            $300</td>
<td style="background-color: #000000;"><br /></td>
<td class="CruiseSix">$13,500 and above   </td>
<td class="CruiseSix">                 $650</td>
</tr>
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<p><br /><span style="font-size: xx-small;">TERMS AND CONDITIONS: *2011 - 2013 Onboard credit amount is listed in US Dollars and is based on the cruise fare only and does not include taxes, insurance, transfers, airfare or hotel stays. Valid on qualifying new Disney Cruises booked 9/1/10 - 12/10/13 through Small World Vacations, Inc. Transferred Disney Cruise reservations are not eligible for this offer. Cruise sail date must occur between 1/1/11 and 12/31/13. One Small World Vacations, Inc. Onboard Cruising Credit per reservation. If the cruise reservation is modified before or after final payment and this results in a price change, the Onboard Cruising Credit amount will be adjusted accordingly. Complimentary upgrades from Disney do not constitute a change in Onboard Credit amount. If cruise reservation is canceled at any time, the Onboard Cruising Credit Offer is null and void and cannot be transferred or redeemed as cash. Any unused Onboard Credit is not redeemable for cash or credit. The Onboard Cruising Credit can be used for most valid charges incurred while on the Disney Cruise including gratuities, alcoholic beverages, Disney organized shore excursions, ship board and Castaway Cay spa treatments, photographs, souvenirs and activities on Castaway Cay and the Disney Cruise. The onboard credit is not valid for purchases in port or shore excursions that are not arranged by Disney Cruiseline. Subject to change without notice.</span></p>
</span></strong></p>
<h3><strong><em>Ready to say Bon Voyage?</em></strong></h3>
<h3><strong><em><br /></em></strong></h3>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="/_gfx_/tmpltNEW/DCL/getAquote.gif" border="0" alt="" /></p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/small-world-vacations-onboard-credit-2011-2012</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/small-world-vacations-onboard-credit-2011-2012</guid>
<category>Current Deals</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disney Mexican Riviera Cruise - Not Just for Kids</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/karenmexlandsendwonder.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />Myself (Agent Karen Nunn) and Agent Anne Cook had the chance to
experience the Mexican Riviera Itinerary first hand aboard the Disney Wonder
out of Los Angeles, California. Although we both have sailed with Disney many
times with our families and children, this was one of the first
"adult" cruises that we have experienced. We really wanted to see the
adult side of the Disney Cruise Line as well as the new ports on the Mexican
Riviera.</span></p>
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Riviera, with stops—depending on itinerary—at the sun-kissed ports of Cabo San
Lucas, Ensenada, Manzanillo, Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta and
Puntarenas. Set sail from Los Angeles,
California and embark on a voyage
of a lifetime. Travel down the scenic Baja
California peninsula to colorful beach towns with
miles of pristine beaches. Frolic amid the hidden cove at Cabo San Lucas's
Playa del Amor or bargain hunt for local treasures in the open markets and shops
of Mazatlán.</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">The Mexican Riviera itinerary on the Disney Wonder is a fantastic
opportunity for an adult getaway, whether you’re celebrating a special
anniversary, you’re newlyweds on your honeymoon, or even a group of girlfriends
getting away from it all. One surprising perk of this cruise is the two sea
days at the beginning and one at the end during which you can really unwind and
relax. Disney offers many ways to accomplish such as Wine Tasting, Mojito &amp;
Martini Tasting as well as many spa classes, massage opportunities, games and
music.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/KarenMexWineTasting.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />Wine Tasting – Cadillac Lounge</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/KarenMexMartini.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />Martini Tasting – Diversions Pub</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/spakaren.jpg" alt="" width="309" height="229" /><br />One of our favorite ways to pass the days away during this cruise
was at the Rainforest Spa. This is an adults only, paid area where you can
really relax by lounging in the heated tile lounges, sitting in the different
steam rooms and taking a rainforest shower with the provided Elemis products.
There are also some very relaxing Yoga classes offered during the cruise, which combined with the
Rainforest Spa and an Elemis shower equates to total relaxation!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/adultpoolkaren.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="224" /><br />The adult Pool Area is very nice including a large fresh water
pool with two adjacent hot tubs. There is a bar located a few steps away –
everything an adult might need for a few hours of perfected pool time!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/Bingo.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Although gambling is not offered on the Disney Cruise, you can try to win some cash playing BINGO. Adults can also partake in the many Trivia challenges around the
ship during these sea days such as Disney Movie Trivia, DCL Trivia, 70’s Music
Trivia, etc… Always challenging but a fun way to pass a relaxing day at sea.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/maincoursebrunch.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />There are two absolutely NOT to miss meal opportunities for adults
on the Disney Wonder. One is Palo Brunch (offered on Sea Days only) and the
other is Palo Dinner (offered all nights). The charge for each is $20 although
Platinum Castaway Club Members do receive one “on the house†for each adult in
their stateroom. Either meal is amazing, delicious and a not to be missed event
that will leave you pampered, relaxed and full for hours.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/wavebands_adults.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="251" /><br />Each evening after the main show in the Walt Disney Theatre, the
adult area (Route 66 on the Wonder) comes alive with Live Music. The current
live band on the Wonder is Speaker Box, a band of 5 chaps from England who
artfully cover everything from the 50s, R&amp;B, disco to Train. The lead
singer has a fantastic voice and can sing songs from</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">Luther Vandross to Cyndi Lauper (and very effectively!) The band
typically starts out each evening in Wavebands as the lead in to the various
game shows, cabaret shows and theme parties that last until well past midnight.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">The current ports on the Mexican Riviera Itinerary are Puerto Vallarta and Cabo
San Lucas. Both ports are beautiful and offer many different Port Adventure
opportunities ranging from ATV adventures, Snorkeling, Beach Time, Resort Time,
Dolphin Encounters and Fishing excursions.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/KarenMexTaco.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />In Puerta Vallarta, Anne and I chose the Mexican Cooking Class
that was geared towards adults. Here, we traveled to an outside poolside
restaurant where we made our own Salsa, Guacamole, Stuffed Pablano Peppers and
Refried Beans. The lunch included all of our own “creations†as well as a
freshly made Margarita or glass bottle Coke.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/KarenMexCity.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />Puerto Vallarta</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"> – Sunrise
at Port</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/Karenbirdmoon.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="276" /><br />Magnificent Frigatebird soaring over the ship.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/karenpoolmarket.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />Outdoor restaurant poolside in Puerto Vallarta</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">Cabo San Lucas is a fun “party port†which also offers some of the
best scenery and snorkeling on the west coast. The Harbor Cruise around Land’s End offered a fun and beautiful scenic tour of the
famous Lover’s Beach and Arch. Another fun adventure is lunch and a drink at
Sammy Haggar's famous Cabo Wabo Cantina!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/karenmexlandsend1.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />Cabo San Lucas</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/karenmexlandsend2.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />Cabo San Lucas - Arch</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/karenmexlandsend3.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="261" /><br />Cabo San Lucas – Pacific meets the Sea of Cortez</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">Also, not to be missed is the sleepy town of Cabo San Jose, located 20 minutes up the
highway from San Lucas. Here, the stores are more laid back, prices are better
and the architecture is more classic southwest and less touristy. The road to
Cabo San Jose is very scenic with quite a few PGA golf courses, a few even by
Jack Nicklaus.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/KarenMexChurch.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />Mission</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"> Church - Founded in 1730
– Cabo San Jose</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/KarenMexDrinkGuy.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">Glass Blowing Demonstration – Cabo San Lucas<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">The Mexican Riviera 7 night Cruise on the Disney Wonder is a
hidden gem for those anxious to try something different than the Eastern &amp;
Western Caribbean Cruises Disney has been sailing for years. The scenery alone
is something that you just won’t find in the Caribbean.
Step outside of your comfort zone and experience a beautiful, scenic, relaxing
cruise that you will never forget.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/karenmexlandsendwonder.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><br /><br />Disney Wonder – Cabo San Lucas</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/KarenMexSunDeck.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />Sunrise</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"> – Puerto Vallarta </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenMexican/KarenMexSunset.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />Sunrise</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"> – Cabo San Lucas</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Contact Agent Karen@smallworldvacations.com or Anne@smallworldvacations for assistance with a Disney Cruise to the Mexican Riviera.</p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-mexican-riviera-cruise-not-just-for-kids</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-mexican-riviera-cruise-not-just-for-kids</guid>
<category>Disney Cruise</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:45:53 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Cruising with a Group by Agent Annette</title>
<description><h2 class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">Cruising
with Groups </span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AnnetteDreamGroups/AnnetteDreamPic6.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="229" /><br />I
have had the incredible opportunity to cruise with Disney Cruise Lines three
times in 2011! The first 2011 cruise was for travel agents only and was a
wonderful way for me to become familiar with Disney's newest ship, the Disney
Dream. The other cruises were planned so that I could share the magic with
almost 50 of my closest family and friends. That's right - 50! I cruised in
April with group of 32 and again in August with a group of 18!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><br />
</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AnnetteDreamGroups/AnnetteDreamPic1.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="230" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><br />What a great way to spend time together with your family and friends. With a
little guidance, you can embark on a Disney cruise with a medium or large size
group and keep everybody happy. Kids especially enjoy their clubs if they have
a friend their own age to go with. Parents enjoy spending time with their adult
friends while the kids are participating in their own activities. And there are
ample opportunities for the whole group to make magic together!<span class="apple-style-span"> </span><br />
<br />
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AnnetteDreamGroups/AnnetteDreamPic3.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="230" /><br /><br />The largest obstacle to cruising with a group is choosing one departure date
that fits everyone's schedule. My family of four just returned from a fabulous
five-night cruise on the Disney Dream with 14 friends with whom we've
vacationed off and on for 15 years. How did four families settle on a date that
met everyone's wants and needs? The answer--book the cruise as far in advance
as possible. Our cruise was booked well over a year in advance, so we were able
to work around those dates when scheduling our summer activities. That advance
planning was vitally important with four couples and 10 very active children
from middle school through college age. As an added bonus, you can often get
the least expensive rate when you book a cruise that far in advance. It also
makes it much more likely that your staterooms will be close together or even
adjoining if you so wish . . . and more likely you will get your preferring
seating for dinner.<span class="apple-style-span"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AnnetteDreamGroups/annetteDreamPic7.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="229" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">Speaking of which, veteran Disney cruisers know that some of the most special
times you will have on the Dream, Magic, and Wonder are enjoying dinner
together. The Disney cruise ship restaurants really are attractions themselves,
and the dinners are unforgettable events. Disney does their best to accommodate
your party in any way possible. We let them know in advance how we would like
our tables arranged. Our serving staff did a fantastic job arranging tables
together and keeping the tables next to each other for every evening meal. And
having the same serving team at both tables just made us all one big happy
family by the time the cruise was over.<span class="apple-style-span"> </span>Where
else could you walk into a restaurant with a group of 32 people, be greeted
with smiles and hugs and have your table waiting for you?<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AnnetteDreamGroups/AnnetteDreamPic5.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="229" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><br />Travelling together so many times over the years, our group has formed some
close bonds. We spent most of our time together, from relaxing on the pool deck;
to hanging out on the unparalleled private island Castaway Cay, to a snorkeling
excursion at Nassau.
We made some unforgettable memories during our week together (oh yes--we had to
start the week off with some time at Walt Disney World!). Far too quickly, our
children will be on their own. But the magic of our 2011 Disney cruise will
forever be remembered.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AnnetteDreamGroups/AnnetteDreamPic8.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="229" /><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">Contact
Annette at <a title="mailto:annette@smallworldvacations.com" href="mailto:annette@smallworldvacations.com">annette@smallworldvacations.com</a>
for more information on booking a Disney cruise for your group or family
reunion. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"> </span></p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/cruising-with-a-group-by-agent-annette</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/cruising-with-a-group-by-agent-annette</guid>
<category>Disney Cruise</category>
<pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 20:23:10 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Free WiFi at Some Walt Disney World resorts</title>
<description><p><span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: small;">As part of a new design configuration for complimentary Wi-Fi coverage,
complimentary </span><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;">wireless
Internet (Wi-Fi) will be available in Guests rooms at select resort hotels
starting Oct. 14:</span></span>
</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-left: 0.75in;"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span><span>-<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">
</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span>Disney’s
Animal Kingdom Lodge</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-left: 0.75in;"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span><span>-<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">
</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span>Disney’s
Beach Club Resort</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-left: 0.75in;"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span><span>-<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">
</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span>Disney’s
BoardWalk Resort</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-left: 0.75in;"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span><span>-<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">
</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span>Disney’s
Contemporary Resort </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-left: 0.75in;"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span><span>-<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">
</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span>Disney’s
Coronado Springs Resort</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-left: 0.75in;"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span><span>-<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">
</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span>Disney’s
Grand Floridian Resort &amp; Spa</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-left: 0.75in;"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span><span>-<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">
</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span>Disney’s
Old Key West Resort</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-left: 0.75in;"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span><span>-<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">
</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span>Disney’s
Polynesian Resort</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-left: 0.75in;"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span><span>-<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">
</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span>Disney’s
Saratoga Springs Resort &amp; Spa</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-left: 0.75in;"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span><span>-<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">
</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span>Disney’s
Wilderness Lodge Resort</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-left: 0.75in;"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span><span>-<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">
</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span>Disney’s
Yacht Club Resort</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left: 0.75in;"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span>Complimentary
in-room <strong>wired Internet</strong> will be available at these resorts until Oct.
24.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 11pt;"><span>If
the new design configuration is successful, Disney will review providing
complimentary Wi-Fi access at other locations within Walt Disney World Resort
hotels and share those details at a future date.</span></span></p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/free-wifi-at-some-walt-disney-world-resorts</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/free-wifi-at-some-walt-disney-world-resorts</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:36:40 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Walt Disney World Theme Park Hours</title>
<description><div class="mediaGallery">
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<h3 class="contentCopy ">
<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/weregoingtodisneyworld.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="226" /></p>
</h3>
<h3 style="text-align: center;">Help make the most of your fun-filled visit to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>®.<br /><br /> Explore each month's activities at Theme Parks and Water Parks including fireworks and parades schedules!</h3>
<p class="alignCenter-dta" style="text-align: center;"> <a id="nostrip" href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ParkHours/WDW_Operating_Calendar_Oct.pdf" target="_blank"><br /></a></p>
<p class="alignCenter-dta" style="text-align: center;"> <a id="nostrip" href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ParkHours/WDW_Operating_Calendar_Mar.pdf" target="_blank">March 2012</a><span class="smallFont-dta"><em><br /></em></span></p>
<p class="alignCenter-dta" style="text-align: center;"> <a id="nostrip" href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ParkHours/WDW_Operating_Calendar_Apr.pdf" target="_blank">April 2012</a><span class="smallFont-dta"><em><br /></em></span></p>
<p class="alignCenter-dta" style="text-align: center;"> <a id="nostrip" href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ParkHours/WDW_Operating_Calendar_May.pdf" target="_blank">May 2012</a><span class="smallFont-dta"><em></em></span></p>
<p class="alignCenter-dta" style="text-align: center;"> <a id="nostrip" href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ParkHours/WDW_Operating_Calendar_June.pdf" target="_blank">June 2012</a><span class="smallFont-dta"><em><br /></em></span></p>
<p class="alignCenter-dta" style="text-align: center;"> <a id="nostrip" href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ParkHours/WDW_Operating_Calendar_July.pdf" target="_blank">July 2012</a></p>
<p class="alignCenter-dta" style="text-align: center;"> <a id="nostrip" href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ParkHours/WDW_Operating_Calendar_Aug.pdf" target="_blank">August 2012</a><span class="smallFont-dta"><em><br /></em></span></p>
<p class="alignCenter-dta" style="text-align: center;"> <a id="nostrip" href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ParkHours/WDW_Operating_Calendar_Sept.pdf" target="_blank">September 2012</a><span class="smallFont-dta"><em><br /></em></span></p>
<p class="alignCenter-dta" style="text-align: center;"> <a id="nostrip" href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ParkHours/WDW_Operating_Calendar_Oct.pdf" target="_blank">October 2012</a><span class="smallFont-dta"><em><br /></em></span></p>
<pre class="smallFont-dta" style="text-align: center;"> <em>Information is subject to change without notice.</em></pre></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/walt-disney-world-theme-park-hours</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/walt-disney-world-theme-park-hours</guid>
<category>Walt Disney World</category>
<pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 03:51:56 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Walt Disney World Refurbishments</title>
<description><p>Here is a list of the latest refurbishments at Walt Disney World</p>
<div class="contentCopy ">
<table class="width100-dta" border="2" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="2">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td class="rowHead-dta" colspan="2">
<p><strong><span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Kingdom</span>® Park</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="width67-dta">
<p> Swiss Family Treehouse<br /> Dumbo the Flying Elephant<br /> Big Thunder Mountain Railroad</p>
</td>
<td>
<p> 09/08/11 - 11/17/11<br /> 01/09/12 - 02/17/12<br /> 01/09/12 - 05/27/12</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="rowHead-dta" colspan="2">
<p><strong><span class="nomenclature-dta">Epcot</span>®</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
<p>Yakitori House<br /> Tutto Italia Ristorante</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>08/10/11 - 12/01/11<br /> 01/08/12 - 04/01/12</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="rowHead-dta" colspan="2">
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta ">Disney's Hollywood Studios</span>®</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
<p>Sounds Dangerous</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>Closed; Operates Seasonally</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="rowHead-dta" colspan="2">
<p><strong><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Animal Kingdom</span>® Theme Park</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
<p>None</p>
</td>
<td>
<p> </p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<a id="nostrip" name="2"></a><br /><br />
<table class="width100-dta" border="2" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="2">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td class="rowHead-dta" colspan="2">
<p><strong><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Typhoon Lagoon</span> Water Park</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="width67-dta">
<p> Annual Refurbishment</p>
</td>
<td>
<p> 12/04/11 - 03/17/12</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="rowHead-dta" colspan="2">
<p><strong><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Blizzard Beach</span> Water Park</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
<p>Annual Refurbishment</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>10/30/11 - 12/03/11</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<a id="nostrip" name="3"></a><br />
<table class="width100-dta" border="2" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="2">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td class="rowHead-dta" colspan="2">
<p><strong><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Grand Floridian</span> Resort &amp; Spa</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
<p>Grand Floridian Spa - As part of some planned changes for <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Grand Floridian</span>
Resort, there's currently construction going on near the Grand
Floridian Spa. The spa will temporarily close on Sept. 19 and reopen in
approximately 18 months. During this construction, the Fitness Center
will remain open. Guests may be referred to The Spa at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Saratoga Springs</span> Resort for spa services. </p>
</td>
<td>
<p>09/19/11 - Mid 2013</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="rowHead-dta" colspan="2">
<p><strong><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Hilton Head Island</span> Resort</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
<p>Signals - Tide Me Over quick-service restaurant will remain open during this time.</p>
<p>Disney's
Beach House - Includes regular beach access, Beach House pool, Signals,
and Big Bouy Arcade. Beach access will be available via shuttle to
alternate location. The Big Dipper and Little Dipper pools and Tide Me
Over quick-service restaurant will remain open during this work.</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>12/02/11 - 12/18/11<br /> <br /> 01/02/12 - 02/25/12</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="rowHead-dta" colspan="2">
<p><strong><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Polynesian</span> Resort</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="width67-dta">
<p>Beach Sand Renourishment </p>
</td>
<td>
<p>12/24/11 - 01/10/12</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="rowHead-dta" colspan="2">
<p><strong><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Port Orleans</span> - Riverside Resort</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="width67-dta">
<p>Magnolia Bend Leisure Pool - Near Buildings 80/85. Other Pools, including the Ol'Man Island feature pool will remain open.<br /> Magnolia Bend Leisure Pool - Near Buildings 90/95. Other Pools, including the Ol'Man Island feature pool will remain open. </p>
</td>
<td>
<p>09/05/11 - 10/14/11<br /><br /> 10/17/11 - 11/19/11</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="rowHead-dta" colspan="2">
<p><strong><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Beach Club</span> Villas</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="width67-dta">
<p>Beach Club Villas Leisure Pool</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>10/31/11 - 11/01/11</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<br />
<table class="width100-dta" border="2" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="2">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td class="rowHead-dta" colspan="2">
<p><strong><span class="nomenclature-dta">Downtown Disney</span>® Area</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="width67-dta">
<p>Sunglass Icon</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>Mid-November</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<br />
<table class="width100-dta" border="2" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="2">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td class="rowHead-dta" colspan="2">
<p><strong>Golf Courses/Miniature Golf</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="width67-dta">
<p>Disney's Palm &amp; Magnolia Golf Courses<br /> Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course<br /> Disney's Palm Golf Course<br /> Disney's Osprey Ridge Course<br /> Disney's Magnolia Golf Course<br /> Disney's Oak Trail Golf Course<br /> Disney's Osprey Ridge &amp; Lake Buena Vista Golf Courses</p>
</td>
<td>
<p> 10/10/11 - 10/23/11<br /> 10/24/11 - 11/03/11<br /> 11/03/11 - 11/13/11<br /> 11/14/11 - 11/23/11<br /> 11/28/11 - 12/07/11<br /> 12/08/11 - 12/16/11<br /> 12/25/11 only </p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p class="extraTopMargin-dta"><span class="disclaimer-dta"><br />Information and dates subject to change without notice.</span><br /> <span class="smallFont-dta disclaimer-dta">Last Updated 10/11/11</span></p>
</div></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/walt-disney-world-refurbishments</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/walt-disney-world-refurbishments</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 03:38:11 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disney Cruise Castaway Club</title>
<description><h1 class="h1Interior">
Castaway Club
</h1>
<div class="mediaGallery">
</div>
<p>
<img class="facilityImg-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/CastawayClub.jpg" alt=" " /></p>
<div class="contentCopy ">
<p><strong><span class="nomenclature-dta">Castaway Club</span> Membership Reaches A Whole New Level</strong>.</p>
<p>The new <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>® <span class="nomenclature-dta">Castaway Club</span> keeps getting better and better. Something amazing happens on each Disney cruise that only returning <span class="nomenclature-dta">Castaway Club</span>
members know: the more you sail, the more magic you discover. And
now, for Disney's returning Guests, that has never been more true.</p>
<p>Disney is always looking for new ways to make your next Disney
cruise experience even more wonderful - whether onboard another Disney
cruise or at-home dreaming of their next voyage. So, to celebrate our
returning Guests in true Disney style, Disney has created new <span class="nomenclature-dta">Castaway Club</span> membership levels with enhanced benefits, based on the number of times they have sailed with Disney.</p>
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Silver Castaway</span> for Guests who've completed 1-4 sailings<br />
<span class="nomenclature-dta">Gold Castaway</span> for Guests who've completed 5-9 sailings<br />
<span class="nomenclature-dta">Platinum Castaway</span> for Guests who've completed 10 or more sailings</p>
<p>Favorite <span class="nomenclature-dta">Castaway Club</span> benefits like:</p>
<ul>
<li>Exclusive port terminal check-in</li>
<li>Early booking for onboard experiences</li>
<li>Special activities during their cruise</li>
</ul>
<p>Even stateroom gifts have now been customized for each <span class="nomenclature-dta">Castaway Club</span> level. And that's just the beginning. Along with updates to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Castaway Club</span> favorites, there are new member benefits, too.</p>
<p>What's updated? <span class="nomenclature-dta">Castaway Club</span> members have always enjoyed Early Access to onboard reservations to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Palo</span>,
spa services and youth activities. Now, that access gets earlier and
earlier: While Guests sailing for the first time can book only 75 days
in advance of their sailing, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Silver Castaway</span> members can pre-book 90 days before sailing. <span class="nomenclature-dta">Gold Castaway </span>members, 105 days. And <strong>Platinum Castaway</strong> members enjoy the option of booking a full 120 days before.</p>
<p>What's new? Your <span class="nomenclature-dta">Gold</span> and <span class="nomenclature-dta">Platinum Castaway</span>
clients enjoy even earlier access to book our newest itineraries. They
also receive invitations to a new, exclusive reception with the ship's
senior officers on 4-night and longer cruises. There are even new
onboard activities created just <span class="nomenclature-dta">Platinum Castaway</span> members.</p>
<p>The new <span class="nomenclature-dta">Castaway Club Silver</span>, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Gold</span> and <span class="nomenclature-dta">Platinum</span> levels. The more magic, the more wonder, the more dreams come true.</p>
<p>View a summary of<a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/DCL/CastawayClubAmenities.pdf"> </a><a id="nostrip" href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/DCL/CastawayClubAmenities.pdf"><em>Castaway Club</em> benefits</a><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/DCL/CastawayClubAmenities.pdf"> </a><span class="smallFont-dta">(Adobe PDF)</span></p>
</div></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-cruise-castaway-club</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 03:32:42 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Guest Services on the Disney Cruise</title>
<description><div class="mediaGallery">
</div>
<p>
<img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLServicesMain.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Take
advantage of a wide range of onboard services designed to make your
vacation convenient, productive and memorable. From onboard Internet to
photography services to onboard babysitting, your needs are met by our
dedicated crew. Disney Crew Members are always available to assist you
with your questions, needs and requests while you're on your cruise
vacation. From our dedicated 24-hour Guest Services Desk to a host of
specialty services, the greatest care is taken to ensure a hassle-free
vacation experience for you and your family.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLGuestServices.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Guest Services Desk</span><br />
The Guest Services Desk and a dedicated Guest Services phone line are
available to you 24 hours a day. Crew members stationed at both are
knowledgeable and committed to assisting you with your questions and
requests. Foreign currency exchange and personal check cashing up to
$100 are also offered.</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Health Center</span><br />
If you require medical assistance during your vacation, nurses and
doctors at the Health Center are available to assist with your concerns
and medical needs while onboard or when the ship is in port.</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Port Adventures Desk</span><br />
Crew Members are on hand to answer your questions and provide you with
detailed descriptions of available shore excursions. They can help you
make reservations for your desired excursions here, too.</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Laundry Services</span><br />
Take advantage of full-service laundry and dry cleaning, available with
pickup from your stateroom for next-day return or sooner. 24-hour
self-service laundry areas and ironing equipment are also provided.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLInternet.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Internet and Cellular Services</span><br />
Offering you convenient ways to stay connected to your friends, family
and the rest of the outside world during your days at sea. Check email,
keep up with your favorite sites and place calls to the mainland with
incredible ease. Options like onboard wireless Internet connectivity,
our Internet cafe, ship-to-shore calling and innovative Cellular At Sea
phone service let you share your amazing vacation experiences as they
happen.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Wave Phones</span><br /> Portable Wave Phones enable Guests to contact members of their party while onboard the ship or ashore at Disney's <span class="nomenclature-dta">Castaway Cay</span>.
All staterooms offer two phones (four phones with suite categories) for
complimentary use during the length of the cruise. Guests can rent an
additional phone from Guest Services for $3.50 per day.</p>
<p>The Wave
Phones are also used by Youth Clubs. Parents with children participating
in activities are now never more than a text message or phone call
away. All Guests are encouraged to utilize the Wave Phones for staying
connected with their party. However, Guests can opt out and have service
disconnected in their staterooms.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLPhotography.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Photography</span><br />
From custom studio portraits to spontaneous family pictures and
scheduled sessions with Disney Characters, you'll find plenty of
opportunities to snap, purchase and share amazing vacation pictures.
Disney photographers can be found at several locations onboard and
ashore throughout your cruise vacation. Photos taken during the day are
generally on display starting at 5:00 p.m. Purchase a fantastic
selection of photo packages, ranging from prints to custom greeting
cards. You'll also find film processing and CD writing services.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Babysitting</span><br /> The onboard nurseries are available for an additional charge:</p>
<ul>
<li>$6.00* per hour for first child</li>
<li>$5.00* per hour for second child</li>
</ul>
<p>Reservations can be made in advance, online up to:</p>
<ul>
<li>120 days for Concierge and Platinum Castaway Club Guests</li>
<li>105 days for Gold Castaway Club Guests</li>
<li>90 days for Silver Castaway Club Guests</li>
<li>75 days for First-Time Cruisers</li>
</ul>
<p>Because space is extremely limited, booking as soon as possible is recommended.<br /> Cancellations may be made without penalty up to 12 hours in advance of reservation.<br /> *<span class="disclaimer-dta smallFont-dta">Pricing subject to change.</span></p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLFlounderNursery.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Flounder's Reef Nursery</span><br /> <strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em>®, <em>Disney Wonder</em>®<br />
This nursery for children ages 3 months to 3 years immerses young
Guests in a peaceful environment where soothing sea-blue walls adorned
with seahorses, clams and bubbles mesh with an aqua floor of ocean waves
and the sounds of calming music. This venue invites parents to enjoy
more adult-oriented activities during the cruise while children are
safely cared for by trained Disney counselors. The facility consists of 2
rooms, one for active play and one for a relaxed atmosphere.</p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLSmallWorldNursery.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />It's a Small World Nursery</span><br /> <strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
Inspired by the classic attraction, this nursery provides a colorful
and soothing environment for infants and toddlers ages 3 months to 3
years. The nursery's décor is a stylized patchwork of colorful shapes
with 3 distinct areas: An acclimation zone (designed to help youngsters
adjust), a main play area with a facade of interactive features and a
separate room for naps. The play area includes kid-sized tables and
chairs for crafts, games and books. Plus, movie time and story time
programs are sure to entertain.</p>
<p>Contact <a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-one-disney-wonder-alaskan-cruise" target="_blank">Small World Vacations</a> for assistance with your Disney Cruise.</p></description>
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<p>Shops aboard <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>®
ships feature an amazing selection of tax- and duty-free goods. Find
exclusive merchandise, Disney apparel, luxury goods, collectibles,
specialty candies, gourmet treats and more. In addition, Ports-of-Call
Shopping Experts are worldly advisors on all Disney ships who can direct
you to the best boutiques, marketplaces and shopping districts at each
port of call. See their seminars "live" or catch them on your stateroom
TV.</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta smallFont-dta">Note: purchased liquor cannot be consumed onboard; it will be delivered to your stateroom on the last night of the cruise.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Mickey's Mainsail</span> - <strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Dream</em>, <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<span class="h1-dta">Mickey's Mates</span> - <strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em>®, <em>Disney Wonder</em>®<br />
Discover exclusive <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span> logo merchandise, including clothing, accessories, gifts, souvenirs, special edition pins and plush character toys.</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Sea Treasures</span> - <strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream</em>, <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<span class="h1-dta">Treasure Ketch</span> - <strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Wonder</em><br />
A trove of tax-free watches, glittering jewelry, loose gemstones and collectibles. Find <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span> logo clothing, chic European fragrances and tropical fashions.</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Shutters</span><br />
<strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
The onboard photo gallery that meets all your photographic needs.
Relive the magic again and again with professionally taken photographs.</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Radar Trap</span> - <strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Wonder</em><br />
<span class="h1-dta">Up Beat</span> - <strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em><br />
<span class="h1-dta">Whitecaps</span> - <strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream</em>, <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
Supplies a fine selection of luxury goods including perfumes, premium cigars and upscale liquors—all tax- and duty-free. </p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Vista Gallery</span> - <strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream</em>, <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<span class="h1-dta">West End Gallery</span> - <strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Wonder</em><br />
Take part in live art auctions at sea with original paintings, etchings, lithographs, serigraphs, and watercolors.</p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Whozits &amp; Whatzits</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream</em>, <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
Located by <span class="nomenclature-dta">Donald's Pool</span>, find a convenient selection of sundries.</p>
<p>Contact <a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-four-disney-cruise-in-skagway" target="_blank">Small World Vacations</a> for assistance with your Disney Cruise.</p>
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<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>® offers a
vast array of uniquely themed bars, nightclubs and lounges. Adults are
invited to relax with a cocktail, mingle over mixed drinks, listening to
live music or dance the night away in a variety of themed areas.
Throughout the day, some of these lively areas can play host to a
variety of entertaining activities and games where everyone in the
family can participate. At night, many spaces become the exclusive
playground for adults.</p>
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Magic</span>® - <em>Beat Street</em><br />
The home for 3 nightclubs and lounges that cater to adults in the
evening. Decorated with oversized musical instruments and an illuminated
cityscape.</p>
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Wonder</span>® - <em>Route 66</em><br />
Home to 3 nightclubs and lounges that cater to adults in the
evening. Decorated with a carpet that looks like a road map,
dusty-looking billboards and vintage postcards.</p>
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Dream</span> - <em>The District</em><br />
Home to 5 lounges and nightclubs which intertwine. Each venue has a
unique look, sound and feel, providing adults a range of fun options
that play to all senses.</p>
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span> - <em>Europa</em><br />
Home to a variety of sophisticated lounges and nightclubs. From the
whimsical to the cosmopolitan, each venue in Europa is distinctly
inspired by the very best in European travel.</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta smallFont-dta">Alcoholic beverages and sodas offered for additional fee at onboard bars and lounges.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCL687.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />687</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 4, Aft<br />
A contemporary sports bar for family activities during the day and
adult cocktails at night. Sit at the long curved bar with warm wood
finishes or sink into a big leather chair. With flat-screen LCD
televisions and a huge plasma screen with digital surround sound, it's
the perfect spot for watching sports and events via satellite, or
partaking in gaming tables and board games that grace the lounge.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLBonVoyage.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Bon Voyage</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 3, Midship<br />
Situated in the grand Atrium, it's the perfect place where families
can partake in a beverage or snack throughout the day and adults can
enjoy a refreshing beverage before dinner. This sophisticated Art Deco
retreat offers a full bar serving a large selection of beer, wine and
mixed cocktails to Guests 21 years of age or older for an additional
fee.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLCadillacLounge.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Cadillac Lounge</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Wonder</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 3, Forward<br />
A Cadillac-themed piano bar where adults can listen to live music
and unwind. It's the heyday of the Rat Pack, boasting dark wood walls
and fiber-optic city street murals. Overstuffed armchairs, large
porthole windows and a bucket-seat bar add to the cozy setting. A
selection of martinis, champagne, Scotch, Single Malt Tequila, Cognac,
Port, Madeira and specialty coffees are available. Complimentary hors
d'oeuvres are served nightly.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLCoveCafe.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Cove Café</span><br />
<strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 9 or Deck 11, Forward<br />
A casual adults-only lounge to enjoy beverages and snacks while
perusing a multitude of media. This intimate haven provides both
air-conditioned indoor seating and ocean-breeze outdoor seating to relax
with a refreshing alcoholic beverage, gourmet coffee or snack. There
are magazines and books for reading, large flat-screen television for
the latest in news and sports and Internet access (additional charge)
for Guests who want to get "connected".</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLCurrents.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Currents</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 13, Forward<br />
A breezy spot with a commanding view where Guests can relax and
unwind while sipping a cool cocktail. Perched high onboard one of the
ship upper decks, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Currents</span> is a
great lookout spot to see the glorious sea, to glimpse the shore and to
relish a golden sunset—all with a refreshing icy cold drink in your
hand. This breezy bar serves a wide assortment of refreshments.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLDLounge.jpg" alt="" /> <span class="h1-dta"><br />D-Lounge</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 4, Midship<br />
A fun, family lounge and nightclub entertainment area where both
parents and children are invited to dance, sing, play games and enjoy
live entertainment together. This spacious venue offers a casual
atmosphere and comfortable seating, making it a perfect gathering place
for the whole family. Here, both young and young-at-heart can take part
in games, entertainment or activities designed to engage all family
members.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLDistrictLounge.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />District Lounge</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 4, Aft<br />
An intimate night spot with a modern design. During the day, Guests
of all ages can enjoy a variety of refreshing beverages; while at night,
adults mingle over mixed drinks. A special feature is a ceiling dome
that imparts a soft glow and sets the mood, changing in hue and
intensity as day gives way to night. Get the evening started with your
favorite cocktail from the full-service bar while listening to live
piano and guest vocalists.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLDiversions.jpg" alt="" width="220" height="131" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Diversions</span><br />
<strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Wonder</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 3, Forward<br />
A sports pub and lounge where families enjoy activities or watch a
live sporting event during the day; adults sing karaoke or enjoy a
cocktail at night. Savor a pint of your favorite beer or recline in a
plush chair overlooking a large porthole window and watch the sun set
with a glass of wine. Offering multiple big-screen televisions that
broadcast live programming plus wood gaming tables with favorites
checkers, chess and backgammon.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLEvolution.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Evolution</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream</em> <br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 4, Aft<br />
This glowing, pulsating dance club plays contemporary hits and
classic favorites. During the day, families enjoy dance classes, bingo,
and arts and crafts. Nighttime is adults only with dancing, games,
karaoke and a full bar. The décor, inspired by a monarch butterfly wing,
embellishes the walls with swirling trails of light on the ceiling.
This is also the primary venue for adults-only themed parties, cabaret
shows and comedy acts.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/Fantasy/Europa_La_Piazza_220.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />La Piazza</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Fantasy</em> <br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 4, Aft<br />
La Piazza, an adults-only lounge, is a delightful retreat inspired
by Italian cities and their decorative outdoor plazas, and features
Venetian masks, a classic Vespa with a sidecar and even a bar modeled
after a colorful vintage carousel. La Piazza is the perfect place for
adults to relax after an action-packed day.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLMeridian.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Meridian</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 12, Aft<br />
This adults-only bar, between <span class="nomenclature-dta">Palo</span> and <span class="nomenclature-dta">Remy</span>,
is an intimate nighttime spot for a pre- or post-dinner cocktail in an
indoor ocean view setting or outdoor deck with cigar bar. The décor pays
homage to world travel. Passport stamps from around the world adorn the
walls and a twinkling celestial constellation map hangs overhead.</p>
<p><strong>Dress Code</strong>: Appropriate attire for the indoor area
of Meridian: dress pants and shirt are required for men (jacket is
optional) and a dress or pantsuit is required for women. On the outside
deck of Meridian, the dress code is cruise casual, jeans and shorts are
acceptable, however, no swimwear or tanks tops, please.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/Fantasy/Europa_OGills_Pub_220.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />O'Gills Pub</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Fantasy</em> <br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 4, Aft<br />
O'Gill's Pub is a rollicking Irish bar with dark woods, brass
accents and a selection of Irish beers. Here, adults can enjoy a pint
and watch live sporting events on high-definition televisions.
Exclusively for Guests ages 18 and older, O'Gill's Pub is a great spot
for adults to unwind after a fun-filled day.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/Fantasy/Europa_OohLaLa_220.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Ooh La La</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Fantasy</em> <br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 4, Aft</p>
<p>
Ooh La La, an adults-only lounge, is reminiscent of an elegant
French boudoir and features Louis XIV chaises, velvet-tufted walls,
Victorian furniture, ornate mirrors and more. Order a favorite cocktail
from the bar, inspired by a jewelry box and backed with sparkling
diamond-like facets.<span class="clear-dta"> <br /></span></p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLOutlookCafe.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Outlook Café</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Wonder</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 10, Forward<br />
An adult-only indoor lounge, with comfortable seating throughout,
where Guests 21 or older can relax with a refreshing cocktail or gourmet
coffee and enjoy the seaside view. The venue offers a scenic retreat
with spectacular landscapes from floor-to-ceiling curved glass windows
creating picture-perfect moments. An elegant spiral staircase connects <span class="nomenclature-dta">Outlook Café</span> with the existing <span class="nomenclature-dta">Cove Café</span> one deck below. Snacks are complimentary.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLPink.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Pink</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 4, Aft<br />
An adults-only elegant nightspot designed to look like the inside of
a Champagne bottle. Inspired by France's finest, the entire venue feels
like you are immersed in a bottle of pink effervescence. The decor
features back-lit glass "bubbles", a luminous accent wall,
sculpted-glass light fixtures reminiscent of flutes and luxurious
velvet, marble and wood finishes. For something unique, select from a
collection of sparkling wines from various countries.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLPromenadeLounge.jpg" alt="" /> <span class="h1-dta"><br />Promenade Lounge</span><br />
<strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Wonder</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 3, Aft<br />
An elegant Art Deco venue for families to enjoy a refreshing
beverage or snack, surf the Internet or partake in fun activities.
Bedecked in warm wood furnishings, comfortable furniture and large
porthole windows, the venue features big-screen televisions with news
and sporting events throughout the day and live music in the evening
hours. Sixteen computer terminals, open 24 hours a day, can connect you
to the outside world.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLRockinBarD.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Rockin' Bar D</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 3, Forward<br />
Celebrating the melodies, rhythms and beats of some of the greatest
musicians, this club celebrates all styles of music amidst a fun, rowdy
atmosphere. During the day, Guests of all ages can partake in fun-filled
games and activities. At night, adults can listen to live music, dance
or sing karaoke. Two full bars serve an array of alcoholic beverages
among comfortable booths, table-and-chair set-ups and dance floor.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLSessions.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Sessions</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 3, Forward<br />
This piano bar is a romantic setting where adults can hear live
music, savor a mixed drink and unwind. Off limits to Guests under 18
after 9 pm, the nightclub is inspired by Chicago's Rush Street in the
early 1950s. Adorned in overstuffed armchairs, large porthole windows,
an illuminated bar and low lighting, the venue features live piano and
guest vocalists performing classics from Duke Ellington and Cole Porter
to Billy Joel and Elton John.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLSignals.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Signals</span><br />
<strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Wonder</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 9, Midship<br />
An adults-only bar located next to the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Quiet Cove Pool</span>.
Open from approximately noon to 9:00 p.m. daily, this cozy spot is
where Guests 21 years of age or older can unwind with a refreshing
cocktail or snack. Bedecked in colorful nautical flags, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Signals</span>
features soft background music for your listening pleasure. Because it
is located outside, it's a great place to catch up on your tan while
enjoying a refreshing beverage.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLSkyline.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Skyline</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 4, Aft<br />
A cosmopolitan sky bar boasting sweeping views of some of the
world's most famous cities. This adults-only cocktail lounge offers a
chic setting complete with digital fireplace. Warm wood and lustrous
metal finishes provide a backdrop to the 7 LCD big screens depicting a
different city each day and magically transforming from day to night as
each day progresses. Signature cocktails are inspired by the showcased
city's view.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLStudioSea.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Studio Sea</span><br />
<strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Wonder</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 4, Midship<br />
A family entertainment center where parents and children are invited
to sing, dance, play games and enjoy live entertainment together.
Designed to look like a television studio, an expansive stage and cozy
director-style chairs invite parents and children to share the magic
together. A full bar serves wines and mixed cocktails in addition to
non-alcoholic beverages, including sparkling sodas and fruit smoothies,
for an additional fee.</p>
<hr />
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/Fantasy/Europa_The_Tube_220.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />The Tube</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Fantasy</em> <br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 4, Aft<br />
The Tube, an adults-only nightclub, transports Guests to a vibrant
metropolitan club complete with an illuminated Union Jack dance floor,
"mod" furniture, popular cocktails and four iconic English phone booths
that add further flair to this vibrant nightclub, where fun-filled
nights await.</p>
<hr />
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLVistaCafe.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Vista Café</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 4, Midship<br />
This café/bar is a cheery destination for Guests looking to enjoy
coffee and a pastry in the morning and a pre- or post-dinner cocktail at
night. Bedecked in old-world Art Deco glamour, this venue is also a
state-of-the-art hotspot, offering convenient wireless connectivity for
surfing the Internet. Additionally, a photo kiosk is located on the
premises for Guests looking to view pictures from the onboard
photography studio located nearby.</p>
<hr />
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLWavebands.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />WaveBands</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Wonder</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 3, Forward<br />
A futuristic-looking venue that resembles the interior of a giant
radio. During the day, there is entertainment and interactive activities
for the entire family. At night, the club caters to adults only, with
dancing, games, karaoke and 2 full bars serving mixed drinks.
Celebrating music from the 1950s through the present, illuminated
circuit boards and pulsating neon lightning mingle with microphone
lamps, plush booths and a stage space plus dance floor for the daily
shows and activities.</p>
<hr />
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLWaves.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Waves</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Deck 12, Aft<br />
Take a stroll to this breezy bar, a scenic spot overlooking <span class="nomenclature-dta">Mickey's Pool</span>
where Guests of all ages can relax with a refreshing beverage. This
casual open-air venue is an elongated bar featuring warm wood tones
mixed with a cool nautical touch and cleverly designed banquet booths
that provide an ideal atmosphere for Guests to sit back and enjoy each
other's company. It's the perfect place to relax with an icy cold drink
while soaking up the sun.</p>
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<img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLDining.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>® dining is
sure to satisfy the appetites of your entire family—thanks to fresh,
expertly prepared dishes made available 24 hours a day. Featuring
diverse menus inspired by some of the world's most intriguing
destinations, and restaurants that are distinctly themed and brimming
with charm, it's the finest dining at sea.</p>
<p>Featured dining options include:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Main Dining</strong> - Disney's innovative Rotational
Dining system lets you "rotate" to one of 3 distinctly themed
restaurants each night, while your servers follow you from venue to
venue.</li>
<li><strong>Adult Exclusive Dining</strong> - adults 18 and older can enjoy the magic of a more romantic and elegant dining experience during their vacation.</li>
</ul>
<p>Other onboard food and beverage options include:</p>
<ul class="extraBottomMargin-dta">
<li><strong>Casual Dining</strong> - convenient casual dining
features an enticing spread of freshly prepared, delicious food items
for every family member's tastes. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or
dinner-including self-service food items and made-to-order delicacies-in
an air-conditioned setting or on deck side.</li>
<li><strong>Quick Service</strong> - satisfy those between-meal
cravings with a variety of well-balanced and delicious offerings
throughout the day, be it morning, noon or night.</li>
<li><strong>In-Room Dining</strong> - order room service 24 hours a day for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.</li>
</ul>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Animator's Palate</span><br />
<strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em>®, <em>Disney Wonder</em>®, <em>Disney Dream</em>, <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<strong>Dress Code</strong>: Changes nightly, check stateroom newsletter for information. Tank tops, swim wear or shorts should not be worn for dinner.<br />
<strong>Cuisine</strong>: Contemporary Pacific Rim cuisine with an American flair<br />
<strong>Cost</strong>: None, included with cruise fare <span class="disclaimer-dta">(except specialty or alcoholic beverages)</span></p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLAnimatorPalate.jpg" alt="" /><br />Inspired
by the magic of Disney animation, this spacious yet stylized restaurant
is filled with everything you'd expect to find inside an actual
animator's studio. Character sketches, maquettes, light boxes, paint
brushes, computer work stations and other tools of the animation trade
delightfully decorate the venue; and scenes and characters from popular
Disney films adorn the walls—creating a one-of-a-kind experience.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Parrot Cay</span><br />
<strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em>, <em>Disney Wonder</em><br />
<strong>Dress Code</strong>: Changes nightly, check stateroom newsletter for information. Tank tops, swim wear or shorts should not be worn for dinner.<br />
<strong>Cuisine</strong>: Breakfast/Lunch: classic American - Dinner: Caribbean grill specialties<br />
<strong>Cost</strong>: None, included with cruise fare<span class="disclaimer-dta"> (except specialty or alcoholic beverages)</span></p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLParrotCay.jpg" alt="" /><br />Inspired
by the relaxed feel of the tropics, step into a festive and brightly
colored room that recalls careless days on the beach. Parquet wood
floors, shutters, large green leaves and khaki bamboo furniture mingle
amid a turquoise-blue setting. During the 4-course dinner, enjoy a
selection of Caribbean-island grill inspired cuisine for Guests of all
ages.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Enchanted Garden</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream</em>, <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<strong>Dress Code</strong>: Changes nightly, check stateroom newsletter for information. Tank tops, swim wear or shorts should not be worn for dinner.<br />
<strong>Cuisine</strong>: Market-inspired Continental<br />
<strong>Cost</strong>: None, included with cruise fare <span class="disclaimer-dta">(except specialty or alcoholic beverages)</span></p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLEnchantedGarden.jpg" alt="" /><br />Inspired
by the picturesque gardens of Versailles, this restaurant boasts a
market-inspired menu from around the world for breakfast, lunch and
dinner - while transforming magically from day to night over the course
of the meal. Flower light fixtures "bloom" in color and the ceiling
changes from a brilliant blue, to golden red and finally into a
constellation of twinkling stars. Adding to the idyllic atmosphere is a
7-foot tall cascading fountain with a Mickey Mouse stone cherub.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Lumiere's</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em><br />
<strong>Dress Code</strong>: Changes nightly, check stateroom newsletter for information. Tank tops, swim wear or shorts should not be worn for dinner.<br />
<strong>Cuisine</strong>: Breakfast/Lunch: classic American - Dinner: continental with French flair<br />
<strong>Cost</strong>: None, included with cruise fare <span class="disclaimer-dta">(except specialty or alcoholic beverages)</span></p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLLumieres.jpg" alt="" /><br />Named after the candelabra in Disney's animated film <em>Beauty and the Beast</em>,
make your way into a spacious ballroom, where glowing rose flowers hang
in glass domes with Art Deco columns. Offering a scrumptious 4-course
dinner, enjoy a selection of cuisine with a distinct French-inspired
twist. Breakfast and lunch boast American-inspired classics for Guests
choosing to either remain on the ship or forgo the buffets.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Triton's</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Wonder</em><br />
<strong>Dress Code</strong>: Changes nightly, check stateroom newsletter for information. Tank tops, swim wear or shorts should not be worn for dinner.<br />
<strong>Cuisine</strong>: Breakfast/Lunch: classic American - Dinner: continental with French flair<br />
<strong>Cost</strong>: None, included with cruise fare <span class="disclaimer-dta">(except specialty or alcoholic beverages)</span></p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLTritons.jpg" alt="" /><br />Named after King Triton from the Disney film <em>The Little Mermaid</em>,
this grand ballroom recalls a transatlantic ocean liner with a dazzling
Art Deco theme. It brims with ornate chandeliers, stained glass walls
and a mural with an "under the sea" theme. Enjoy a 4-course dinner with a
distinct French-inspired twist. Breakfast and lunch boast American
classics for Guests choosing to either remain on the ship or forgo the
buffets.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Royal Palace<span><strong> or Royal Court</strong></span></span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<strong>Dress Code</strong>: Changes nightly, check stateroom newsletter for information. Tank tops, swim wear or shorts should not be worn for dinner.<br />
<strong>Cuisine</strong>: French-inspired continental cuisine<br />
<strong>Cost</strong>: None, included with cruise fare <span class="disclaimer-dta">(except specialty or alcoholic beverages)</span></p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLRoyalPalace.jpg" alt="" /><br />Find
yourself in the center of a classic Disney fairytale where much of the
restaurant's décor is inspired by classic Disney films like <em>Cinderella</em>, <em>Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs</em>, <em>Sleeping Beauty</em> and <em>Beauty and the Beast</em>.
Resplendent décor includes ornate marble floors, a luxurious rose
carpet and an elaborate chandelier brimming with glass slippers and
roses, along with hand-painted portraits of Disney princesses and
princes.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Palo</span><br />
<strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em>, <em>Disney Wonder</em>, <em>Disney Dream</em>, <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<strong>Dress Code</strong>: Champagne Brunch and High Tea: Cruise
casual wear is suggested.  No shorts, swimwear, tank tops or blue jeans.
Dinner: Men are required to wear a dress shirt or jacket.  For women a
dress or pantsuit is recommended. No shorts, swimwear, tank tops or blue
jeans.<br />
<strong>Cuisine</strong>: Northern Italian<br />
<strong>Booking</strong>: Guests will skip the regularly scheduled Main Dining restaurant. Reservations are required.</p>
<ul class="noBottomMargin-dta">
<li>Concierge and Platinum Castaway Club: 120 days in advance</li>
<li>Gold Castaway Club: 105 days in advance</li>
<li>Silver Castaway Club: 90 days in advance</li>
<li>First Time Cruiser: 75 days in advance</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Cost</strong>: Brunch/Dinner: $20 per adult, High Tea: $10 per adult (specialty or alcoholic beverages can be ordered for additional cost)<br />
<strong>Cancellation</strong>: Must be cancelled by 2pm the day of the reservation to avoid receiving the full dining charge to the onboard account. </p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLPalo.jpg" alt="" /><br />Over
subtle classical Italian music, this restaurant offers nightly dinner,
brunch (4-night or longer cruises) and high tea (7-night or longer
cruises). Named after the long poles used to push and pull gondolas,
Venetian masks adorn the walls, a backlit bar sits at the center and an
open kitchen adds to the magic. Elegant glass, inlaid wood paneling and
sweeping panoramic floor-to-ceiling ocean views make this the perfect
setting for Guests 18 or older looking for a more intimate or romantic
experience.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Remy</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream</em>, <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<strong>Dress Code</strong>: Men: A jacket is required (e.g. sports,
suit or tuxedo) with dress pants/slacks and dress shoes. Ties
are optional. Women: Cocktail dress, dressy pant suit, skirt/blouse or
nice dress. No jeans, shorts, capri pants, sandals, flip-flops or tennis
shoes.<br />
<strong>Cuisine</strong>: French, featuring superior seasonal ingredients from around the globe<br />
Booking: Guests will skip the regularly scheduled Main Dining restaurant. Reservations are required.</p>
<ul class="noBottomMargin-dta">
<li>Concierge and Platinum Castaway Club: 120 days in advance</li>
<li>Gold Castaway Club: 105 days in advance</li>
<li>Silver Castaway Club: 90 days in advance</li>
<li>First Time Cruiser: 75 days in advance</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Cost</strong>: Dinner: $75 per adult (plus cost of specialty or alcoholic beverages)<br />
<strong>Cancellation</strong>: Must be cancelled by 2pm the day of the reservation to avoid receiving the full dining charge to the onboard account. </p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLRemy1.jpg" alt="" /><br />Offering
the most upscale dining experience onboard for Guests 18 and older,
relish spectacular ocean views and sophisticated décor. Like an
authentic fine-dining restaurant in France, the luxurious dining room is
softly lit and designed in a timeless Art Nouveau style. Adding to the
refined ambience, tables are set with Frette linens, Riedel glassware,
Christofle silverware and china created exclusively for the restaurant.
The gourmet menu was created by Chef Arnaud Lallement from l'Assiette
Champenoise—a Michelin 2-star restaurant just outside Reims, France—and
Chef Scott Hunnel from award-winning Victoria &amp; Albert's at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>® Resort.</p>
<p><strong>Pre-Dinner Service</strong><br />
Guests can meet with a sommelier in <strong>Remy's</strong> wine
room to taste and pre-select their wines for the evening. Please note,
alcoholic beverages are available for an extra charge.</p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLRemy2.jpg" alt="" /><strong><br />Private Chef's Table</strong><br />
A special Chef's Table room (8 Guests Required) offers a unique
multi-course menu while interacting with the head chef. The room has
elegant décor, shimmering chandeliers and scenes of Paris on the walls.</p>
<p><strong>The Wine Room</strong><br />
Dine in a luxurious glass-walled room with marble flooring amid more
than 900 bottles of rare selection Old World and New World wines (Note:
not private, part of main room).</p>
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<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>®,
the undisputed leader in children's cruise entertainment, offers
dedicated clubs and lounges plus customized interactive programs for
kids, tweens and teens ages 3 to 17 years. Disney was the first cruise
line to offer almost an entire deck for children's activities and a
dedicated space just for teens. Plus, Disney has some of the industry's
longest operating hours for children's activities. And while kids enjoy
the most extensive youth activity areas at sea, parents can enjoy the
ship thanks to an onboard communication service allowing kids to contact
their parents anywhere on the ship.</p>
<p>To watch videos and learn more about the Youth Clubs, visit <a id="nostrip" href="http://www.justforkidsdcl.com/" target="_blank">www.justforkidsdcl.com</a></p>
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<h2><span class="h1-dta">Disney's Oceaneer Club</span></h2>
<p>
This lavish children's activity center is the ideal place for
children 3 to 10 to dress up as a favorite Disney character, play
computer games and enjoy a wide variety of supervised themed activities
throughout the day. While some activities are recommended for certain
age groups, participation is based on a child's interest level and
maturity - not age. As a result of this, siblings and friends can play
together without restriction.</p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLOceaneerClubMW.jpg" alt="" /><strong><br />Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em>®, <em>Disney Wonder</em>®<br />
Inspired by Disney's <em>Peter Pan</em>, the space is designed to
look like Captain Hook's pirate ship. Boasting a treasure chest-themed
television set, lamps that resemble barrels, hanging ropes, wooden
planks and a glistening fiber-optic night sky, the club provides a
magical setting where kids can learn, play and interact with others.
Other features include a computer lab with child-friendly computers,
crow's nest slide and rope bridge for exploring, Captain's Closet
dress-up room, dance floor, a small stage for games and multiple
televisions. An endless supply of toys and games, an open seating area
for arts and crafts, and ongoing Disney movies make the space even more
magical. Mats for naps are also available.</p>
<p class="extraTopMargin-dta"><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLOceaneerClubDream.jpg" alt="" /> <strong><br />Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
Featuring a stage area where kids can create and star in their own
theatrical plays, join storytelling sessions and attend special visits
by Disney characters. The central rotunda has a 103-inch plasma screen
for movies and magical Character interactions. It is also a portal to
other "lands," including <strong>Andy's Room</strong>, <strong>Monster's Academy</strong>, <strong>Pixie Hollow</strong> and <strong>Explorer Pod</strong>.</p>
<ul class="extraTopMargin-dta noBullet-dta">
<li><strong>Andy's Room</strong><br />
Here, kids can play with larger-than-life characters, including
Rex the dinosaur, Hamm the piggy bank, Mr. Potato Head and a huge Slinky
Dog structure.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Monsters Academy</strong><br />
An elaborately themed play structure where kids can immerse
themselves in the world of Monstropolis among computers with unique
interactive games.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Pixie Hollow</strong><br />
This space transports children to the magical world inhabited by
fairies designed for dress-up play, individual craft projects and
storytelling sessions among a tree with glittering lights.</li>
</ul>
<ul class="extraTopMargin-dta noBullet-dta">
<li><strong>Explorer Pod</strong><br />
Children can explore the bright blue and yellow submarine
surrounded by virtual environments and 16 interactive computers stations
for individual or group games.</li>
</ul>
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<h2><span class="h1-dta">Disney's Oceaneer Lab</span></h2>
<p>
This activity center dedicated to adventure and exploration is the
ideal place for children ages 3 to 12 to play games, perform educational
experiments, access computer games and enjoy a wide variety of
supervised activities. Kids 8 to 12 years of age also can check
themselves in and out of Disney's Oceaneer Lab at their parents'
discretion.</p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLOceaneerLabMW.jpg" alt="" /><strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em>, <em>Disney Wonder</em><br />
This futuristic and fun setting provides a wide range of
delightfully themed activities, toys, games and Disney movies to make
the perfect oasis at sea. It features decorative planetary orbs,
sparkling fiber-optic stars and interactive lab stations where children
can perform educational experiments. Other elements include a computer
lab, science lab, reading area, lounge area and multiple televisions. An
endless supply of toys, games and Disney movies make this the perfect
oasis at sea.</p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLOceaneerLabDream.jpg" alt="" /><strong><br />Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
The main room features a stage where kids can hear stories of
expeditions, take part in a ship-wide quest game and star in their own
play. A 103-inch plasma screen shows Disney movies and provides
interactions with Disney's animated alien, Stitch. In a workshop and
laboratory, kids concoct crazy experiments, stretch their culinary
skills and participate in other hands-on activities. Branching off the
Lab's main room are several themed play spaces:</p>
<ul class="extraTopMargin-dta noBullet-dta">
<li><strong>Media Room</strong><br />
Kick back and relax in bean bag chairs, watch movies, play video games or even read a book.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Animator's Studio</strong><br />
Create original, hand-drawn art or learn how to sketch favorite
Disney characters. With the help of a youth counselor, kids can even
design and bring to life computer-animated characters.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>The Wheelhouse</strong><br />
Features computers and large, high-definition LCD screens.
Technophiles can compete in various games from the latest video game
consoles on the market.</li>
</ul>
<ul class="extraTopMargin-dta noBullet-dta">
<li><strong>Sound Studio</strong><br />
This interactive area is dedicated to children who appreciate music and want to create it.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Craft Studio</strong><br />
Children seeking a more tactile artistic experience can escape to
this creative studio for hands-on arts and crafts projects.</li>
</ul>
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<h2><span class="h1-dta">Edge</span></h2>
<p>
This special lounge is available exclusively to tweens-children 11 to 13 years of age.</p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLEdgeMW.jpg" alt="" /><strong><br />Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em>, <em>Disney Wonder</em><br />
This interactive space is designed to look like the ship's bridge
where pre-teens can steer a virtual ship, play videogames, watch
television and participate in arts and crafts. Tweens can also sing
karaoke, go on scavenger hunts and take part in special themed nights.
The space features kid-friendly computers, videogame consoles with the
latest games and plush couches for relaxing with new friends.</p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLEdgeDream.jpg" alt="" /><strong><br />Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
It's hi-tech entertainment including an illuminated dance floor,
notebook computers and a state-of-the-art video wall stretching 18 feet
long and nearly 5 feet tall with 18 individual LCD screens. Edge's prime
location offers views of the pool decks below with portholes providing
silhouetted views of <span class="nomenclature-dta">AquaDuck</span>
riders as they zoom through the water coaster. Plus thanks to green
screen rooms, tweens can superimpose their image in both photo postcards
and video karaoke.</p>
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<h2><span class="h1-dta">Vibe</span></h2>
<p>
It's "teens-only" in this exclusive space for those ages 14 through
17. Here, teenage Guests can listen to music, watch television, play
videogames or take part in a number of other activities chaperoned by
some of the coolest counselors at sea.</p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLVibeMW.jpg" alt="" /> <br /><strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em>, <em>Disney Wonder</em><br />
Designed to resemble a college dorm recreation room or hip urban
coffee shop, this space boasts plush couches, a dance floor, a mirrored
wall and a bar with stools. This teen haven offers opportunities to
socialize with cruisers their own age with flat-screen televisions,
videogames, board games, DVD players and a wide range of fun activities
like dance parties and karaoke.</p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLVibeDream.jpg" alt="" /> <strong><br />Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
This indoor/outdoor lounge has the look and feel of a hip urban
coffee shop and stylish nightclub with mod, movable furniture and cushy
chairs to relax in style. The venue features a coffee bar, multi-screen
video wall and a media room for catching a movie on a 103-inch LCD
screen with digital surround sound. A lighted, multi-color disco floor
and video wall set the stage for dance parties, where aspiring DJs can
spin and mix tracks. For a laid-back experience, teens can recline in
individual nooks and watch a personal video screen or play video games.
The private outdoor deck provides fun in the sun with mod chairs and
chaise lounges for sunbathing plus "splash" pools, fountains, pop jets
and misters to cool off. There are also deck games such as ping-pong,
foosball and a giant checkerboard.</p>
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<h2><span class="h1-dta">Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique</span></h2>
<p>
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Fantasy</em></p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/Fantasy/BBB_220.jpg" alt="" /><br />When
young princesses-to-be make their royal entrance at the Bibbidi Bobbidi
Boutique they are greeted by their very own Fairy Godmother-in-training
who transforms them with magical makeovers.</p>
<p>On pirate party nights aboard the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>,
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique transforms into a swashbuckler's hideaway
where boys, girls and grownups can get ready for the pirate life. </p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">Additional charges apply for Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique makeovers.</p>
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<img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLSpaRecMain.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>The <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>® fleet
devotes a generous amount of space for rejuvenation and recreation.
From delightfully themed pools* and water-fun designed for specific age
groups, to high-end spa and fitness facilities that revitalize and
beautify, to state-of-the-art sports decks and arcades featuring the
latest technology, Disney offers a full range of onboard spa services
and recreation options. Beyond the main venues, each ship also offers
additional opportunities for energetic fun such as a jogging track, ping
pong tables, shuffleboard and daily activities providing active
adventures throughout the ship.</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta smallFont-dta">*The United States Public
Health Service requires that only children who are toilet trained be
permitted to enter swimming pools onboard cruise ships.</p>
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<h2 class="h1-dta">Arcades</h2>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLArcade.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Arr-cade</span> - <strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
<span class="h1-dta">Quarter Masters</span> - <strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic</em>®, <em>Disney Wonder</em>®<br />
State-of-the-art arcades featuring the latest and greatest video
games for the whole family. Utilizing a cashless system, each arcade
offers a variety of the latest interactive games, plus thrilling
classics, such as pinball and air hockey. Guests of all ages are invited
to compete against each other and partake in some high-tech video fun.
And with a number of retro-arcade games, parents might find themselves
competing with their kids.</p>
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<h2 class="h1-dta">Water Recreation</h2>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLAquaduck.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />AquaDuck</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
A thrilling, transparent tube, water coaster which propels Guests on
an exciting journey off the side of the ship, through the Forward
Funnel and down 4 decks into a lazy river. A cruise industry first, this
elevated coaster travels 765 feet and features an exciting drop.
Designed for adults and children at least 42" or taller*, this exciting
ride affords breathtaking views of the ocean and ship below - that is,
if you're brave enough to keep your eyes open!</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta smallFont-dta">*Height appropriate Guests age
6 and under must also be accompanied by a Guest at least 14 years or
older. Single riders must be at least 54" tall.</p>
<hr />
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/Fantasy/AquaLab.jpg" alt="" /> <span class="h1-dta"><br />AquaLab</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
Splash and play in the water play area on deck 12, near the entrance
to the AquaDuck water coaster. Families can frolic among pop jets,
geysers and bubblers in this fun 1,800 square-foot space. As the story
goes, AquaLab was created by Donald Duck's nephews and features a
variety of water "experiments" desinged to drench the whole family.</p>
<hr />
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLDonaldGoofyPool.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Donald's Pool</span> - <strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em> (max depth 5 feet)<br />
<span class="h1-dta">Goofy's Pool</span> - <strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Wonder</em> (max depth 4 feet)<br />
One of 3 freshwater pools, designed for families to enjoy a dip or
relax poolside with an array of deck chairs (first-come, first-served
basis). At various times, Crew Members host games and activities. Above
the Pool is a state-of-the-art, 24-by-14-foot LED screen called Funnel
Vision. Families can sit back, relax and watch classic Disney animated
features, live-action movies or other programs, including popular TV
shows and major sporting and broadcast events.</p>
<p><span class="disclaimer-dta smallFont-dta">Children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult to use the pool.</span></p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLMickeyPool.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Mickey's Pool</span><br />
<strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em> (max depth 2 feet)<br />
A Children's pool shaped like Mickey Mouse designed for young kids
to safely splash and make friends. Crew Members host games and
activities at various times daily. Plus, suspended by a gigantic Mickey
Mouse hand, a yellow slide twists and turns, splashing down for an
exciting and safe ride. To use the slide, children must be between the
ages of 4 and 14. They also must stand at least 3 feet 2 inches tall (38
inches) and no more than 5 feet 4 inches (64 inches).</p>
<hr />
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLMickeySplashZone.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Mickey's Splash Zone</span><br />
<strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Wonder</em><br />
The fun water play area is an extension to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Mickey's Pool</span>.
It has been designed specifically for children not yet toilet trained
and in swim diapers. Reminiscent of Mickey's sorcerer hat, the 385
square foot toddler water-play pool features star- and moon-shaped
interactive fountains and splash zones.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLNemoReef.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Nemo's Reef</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
A whimsical water play area designed for children, featuring
fountains, bubblers, pop jets, and characters from the Disney·Pixar
movie, <em>Finding Nemo</em>. Surrounded by a glass enclosure and shaded
from the sun, the area features a soft wet deck surface for safety and
comfort. The 1,500-square-foot venue includes character figures that
move and spray water plus a mini-sized water slide. Nearby deck chairs
allow parents to keep a close eye on their children.</p>
<hr />
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLQuietCovePool.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Quiet Cove Pool</span><br />
<strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em> (max depth 4 feet)<br />
Reserved for adults 18 and older, this pool creates a relaxing escape amid a subdued environment. Conveniently near the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Cove Bar</span>,
luxuriate in a calming space with sparkling blue water, perfect for
cooling off and mingling with other grownups. Nearby, a jetted hot tub
overlooks sweeping ocean views. Plush lounge chairs are also available
(first-come, first-serve basis).</p>
<hr />
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/Fantasy/SatelliteFalls.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Satellite Falls</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
Located on deck 13 forward is a circular splash pool with benches
and a gently falling rain curtain that provides cool comfort for guests
18 and older. Around this upper deck, adult guests can soak up the sun
in loungers or relax in the shade under a canopy.</p>
<hr />
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/Fantasy/WadingPool.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Wading Pool</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Fantasy</em><br />
Guests of all ages can cool off on deck 12 forward in a wading pool
with a fountain water feature. Ample seating and lounge chairs under a
canopy offer a respite in the shade.</p>
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<h2><span class="h1-dta">Spa &amp; Fitness</span></h2>
<p>
<span class="disclaimer-dta smallFont-dta">Spa services are not included with the price of the cruise.</span></p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLSensesSpa1.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Senses Spa and Salon</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
Tranquility, pampering and relaxation in an ocean-view sanctuary
providing therapeutic and personal care services for men and women. This
immaculate setting offers spa treatments, massages, body wraps,
facials, aromatherapy, manicures, pedicures, hairstyling and blowouts,
plus teeth whitening at the Smile Spa, and a barber shop for traditional
men's grooming services.</p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLSensesSpa2.jpg" alt="" /><br />Experience
pure tranquility and inner contentment in an environment designed to
soothe the senses. Guests' bodies and spirits are nurtured in the spa's
17 private treatment rooms and 2 private luxury Villas. Guests who have
booked a treatment are welcome to linger in the Relax Room, as well as
enjoy the rainforest-themed aromatherapy steam room. Specialized areas
within the Rainforest room include a Hamam (steam bath), a Caldarium
(steam room) and Laconium (dry sauna).</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta smallFont-dta">Guests of the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Senses Spa &amp; Salon</span> must be 18 years of age and older.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLChillSpa.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Chill Spa</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
A separate spa exclusively for teens ages 13 through 17 (inside <span class="nomenclature-dta">Senses Spa &amp; Salon</span>)
boasts a tranquil oasis with dedicated treatment rooms and seating area
exclusive to teen Guests. Offering a wide variety of spa services and
treatments, including facials, massages, and manicures, it's the perfect
place for teens to relax, rejuvenate and indulge in soothing beauty
treatments created just for them; such as a Heavenly Massage, Hot
Chocolate Wrap and Ice Cream Manicure and Pedicure.</p>
<hr />
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLVistaSpa1.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Vista Spa and Salon</span><br />
<strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Wonder</em></p>
<p>
A blissful adults-only retreat offering services for women and men.
Discover lavish comforts in a pristine 10,700 square-foot environment
designed to stimulate the senses. Enjoy a wide range of pampering
treatment packages from herbal wraps and botanical skin therapies to
special massages that utilize ancient techniques. You can even sink into
deep serenity in our rainforest-themed aromatherapy steam rooms or a
sauna fashioned after a Roman bath.<span class="clear-dta"> </span></p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLVistaSpa2.jpg" alt="" /><br />Spa
Villas Treatments are offered in elegant Mediterranean-inspired suites
with open-air verandahs where you can discover a tranquil oasis. Once
there, select from a rich range of spa packages for individuals or
couples. Then, match your inner glow by discovering our salon services
which include hairstyling, makeup and teeth-whitening, to name just a
few.</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta smallFont-dta">Guests of the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Vista Spa &amp; Salon</span> must be 18 years of age and older.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLFitnessCenter.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"></span></p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Fitness Centers</span><br />
<strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
An expansive exercise facility with a breathtaking ocean view. Make
the most of the state-of-the-art cardiovascular equipment and weight
machines, as well as numerous classes and seminars offering aerobics,
yoga and Pilates instruction. For a fee, you can schedule a one-on-one
60-minute session with a personal trainer. Reservations may be set up at
the Fitness Center once onboard. </p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta smallFont-dta">Guests of the Fitness Centers must be 18 years of age and older. </p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLGoofySportDeck.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"></span></p>
<p><span class="h1-dta">Goofy's Sports Deck</span><br />
<strong>Ship</strong>: <em>Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy</em><br />
An all ages, open-air activity center. It's the perfect place for
kids, teens and adults to partake in active recreational fun. Start with
a whimsical, Disney-themed course with 9 interactive holes and a goofy
twist.Quirky golf clubs, some crooked and bent, will challenge golfers
to stay on course. Digital sports simulators provide a variety of
state-of-the-art virtual sports-gaming experiences that include soccer,
golf, tennis and basketball. Realistic graphics and sounds, invite you
to kick, swing, throw and compete, without having to chase a ball.
Finally, enjoy a basketball court that can be easily re-configured into a
mini-soccer pitch or volleyball court. 2 mini-sized courts offer little
ones a chance to play at their pace.</p>
<p><strong>Simulator Cost</strong>:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Golf</strong>: $25-half hour, $45-hour</li>
<li><strong>Sports</strong>: $12-half hour, $20-hour</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Cancellation</strong>: 50% of the simulator booking fee is charged for day-of cancellations or for no-shows.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DCL%20Images/DCLWideWorldSports.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br />Wide World of Sports Deck</span><br />
<strong>Ships</strong>: <em>Disney Magic, Disney Wonder</em><br />
A massive open-air activities area featuring basketball and
volleyball courts. In this dynamic environment, you're sure to find a
friendly pick-up game to join, or a volleyball or soccer net to practice
your shots. Kids, teens and adults of all ages are invited to enjoy
this outstanding place for fun activity and fresh air. This deck is also
a wonderful place for gazing out at the ocean to enjoy sweet sea
breezes and sweeping, panoramic views from the highest vantage.</p>
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<description><p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/thewave.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" /><br />To provide consistent Guest service, adjustments will be made to the <strong>Walt Disney World® </strong>Resort dining cancellation policy beginning on Oct. 26, 2011. At that time, additional table service dining locations will begin using the cancellation policy already in place at select restaurants on property. When booking a reservation at these restaurants, guest will be required to provide a credit card to hold a reservation and will be charged $10 per person if a cancellation to this reservation isn’t made at least one day in advance.<br /><br />This policy will not apply to dining reservations made before Oct. 26, 2011. However, any modifications made to these dining reservations after Oct. 26, 2011, will then be required to provide a credit card to hold the reservation, regardless of what date the reservation was originally booked.<br /><br />For your convenience, a special phone line that only handles dining cancellations is available: 407-WDW-CNCL. Guests may also cancel online at <a href="http://www.disneyworld.com/dine">www.disneyworld.com/dine</a>.<br /><br />Dining locations participating in the credit card guarantee policy include:<br />• 1900 Park Fare<br />• Akershus Royal Banquet Hall<br />• Artist Point<br />• California Grill<br />• Cape May Café<br />• Chef Mickey’s<br />• Cítricos<br />• The Crystal Palace<br />• Flying Fish Café<br />• The Garden Grill<br />• Hollywood &amp; Vine<br />• Jiko – The Cooking Place<br />• Le Cellier Steakhouse<br />• Narcoossee’s<br />• ‘Ohana<br />• Tusker House Restaurant<br />• The Hollywood Brown Derby<br />• Victoria &amp; Albert’s (cancellation policy is $25/per person)<br />• Yachtsman Steakhouse</p></description>
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Pre and Post Disney Cruise Resort Options </p>
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<p>Before or after a Disney cruise vacation, stay in or near the departure or
arrival port.</p>
<ul>
<li>Pre/post-nights can be added up until 31 days prior to check-in date</li>
<li>Pre/post-nights are booked at the same hotel</li>
<li>Pre/post-nights are purchased for ALL guests in the same stateroom</li>
<li>If pre/post-nights are requested within the deadline date, the resort can be
waitlisted</li>
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<p class="noDisplayDCC">The 2012 pre- and/or post-night resort hotel options for
<span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span> are now available to add
to reservations.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Walt Disney World Resort Options</span></p>
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span> Guests departing from
or arriving at Port Canaveral, Florida, can experience the best of Disney on
land and sea with a stay at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney
World</span> Resort near Orlando, Florida.</p>
<p><strong>Accommodations</strong><br />The following <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span> Resort Hotels are available for
booking a pre or post cruise stay.</p>
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<p>Deluxe &amp; Deluxe Villa Resort Hotels</p>
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<p>Moderate Resort Hotels</p>
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<p>Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge</p>
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<p>Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort</p>
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<p>Disney's Beach Club Resort</p>
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<p>Disney's Coronado Springs Resort</p>
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<p>Disney's BoardWalk Inn</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>Disney's Port Orleans Resort-French Quarter</p>
</td>
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<p>Disney's Contemporary Resort</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>Disney's Port Orleans Resort-Riverside</p>
</td>
</tr>
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<p>Disney's Grand Floridian Resort &amp; Spa</p>
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<p>Disney's Polynesian Resort</p>
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<p>Disney's Wilderness Lodge</p>
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<p>Disney's All-Star Movies Resort</p>
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<p>Disney's Yacht Club Resort</p>
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<p>Disney's All-Star Music Resort</p>
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<p>Disney's Old Key West Resort</p>
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<p>Disney's All-Star Sports Resort</p>
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<p>Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort &amp; Spa</p>
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<p>Disney's All-Star Pop Century Resort</p>
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<p><strong>Tickets</strong><br /><span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Your
Way</span> Tickets with <span class="nomenclature-dta">Park Hopper</span>® Option
may also be purchased. These tickets allow access to all 4 Disney Theme Parks
and the ability to go between Theme Parks on the same day. Choose from a 1-, 2-,
3-, 4- or 5-Day ticket option. The <span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Your
Way</span> ticket must be used within 14 days from the date first used.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">New York Hotel Options</span></p>
<p><strong>New York Marriott Marquis</strong><br />The New York Marriott Marquis
brings the energy of Manhattan to your door. The hotel is located in the heart
of Times Square at Broadway and 45th Street.</p>
<p><strong>Westin New York Times Square Hotel</strong><br />This hotel is located
at 43rd Street and 8th Avenue, in the heart of the Broadway District. The Westin
New York's central Times Square address affords spectacular sights, city
landmarks, shopping and entertainment in every direction.</p>
<p><strong>Loews Regency New York</strong><br />This hotel is located on Park
Avenue at 61st Street, in the heart of New York City. Fabulous shopping,
museums, the bright lights of Broadway and Central Park are right outside the
door.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Galveston/Houston Hotel Options</span></p>
<p><strong>Hotel Galvez &amp; Spa</strong><br />This historic hotel is located in
downtown Galveston and is only a short walk from the city's finest shops,
restaurants, galleries, theatres and cafes.</p>
<p><strong>Houston Airport Marriott at the George Bush Intercontinental
Airport</strong><br />The Houston Airport Marriott hotel at George Bush
Intercontinental provides a welcome retreat, offering a relaxing and refreshing
environment after the rigors of travel.</p>
<p><strong>Houston Marriott South at Hobby Airport</strong><br />This atrium-style
hotel is conveniently located close to Hobby Airport and offers an indoor
swimming pool and fitness center.</p>
<p><strong>San Luis Resort</strong><br />The hotel is located on 30 acres of
beachfront near downtown Galveston. Enjoy the excitement of historic Galveston
Island, which boasts a wide array of activities with 32 miles of sun-drenched
beaches, historic sites and famed shopping.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta">Seattle Hotel Options</span></p>
<p><strong>Fairmont Olympic Hotel Seattle</strong><br />The hotel is located in
the city's prime downtown location, footsteps from many favorite attractions
including the famous Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Art Museum.</p>
<p><strong>Sheraton Seattle Hotel</strong><br />Situated in the city's vibrant
core, the Sheraton Seattle Hotel provides a gateway to the diverse sights and
sounds of the Pacific Northwest. Simply step out our front doors to find gourmet
food, exciting entertainment, and world-class shopping.</p>
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<p><span class="h1-dta"><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Resort
Options</span><br /><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span> Guests
departing from, or arriving in, Los Angeles, California can experience even more
magical Disney moments—both by land and by sea—with a trip to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Resort in Anaheim, California.</p>
<p><strong>Disneyland Resort Hotels</strong><br />Enjoy perfect proximity to the
attractions with a stay at one of these <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Resort hotels:</p>
<p>Disney's Grand Californian Hotel® &amp; Spa<br />Disneyland® Hotel<br />Disney's
Paradise Pier® Hotel</p>
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<description><p>Great news! 2013 Bahamian Cruises on the Disney Dream for 3 and 4 nights and on the Disney Fantasy Bahamian for 7 nights can be booked.</p>
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<p>Contact Small World Vacations for a price quote!</p></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2011 12:55:17 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><h2><strong><em></em></strong></h2>
<div class="summaryListSection"><br />
<p><img style="margin: 2px; float: right;" title="Disney Dream" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/Blog/DisneyDream.jpg" alt="Disney Dream" width="220" height="150" />Based on Guest feedback, <strong>Disney Cruise
Line</strong>® has decided to call attention to several staterooms that have
unique features onboard the <strong>Disney Dream</strong> and <strong>Disney
Fantasy</strong>. Effective Oct. 18, a total of 120 staterooms will be
re-categorized into five new categories listed below.</p>
<p>• 4E – Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah – Oversized
Verandah<br />• 5E – Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah – Oversized
Verandah, some with solid white wall<br />• 7A – Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with
Navigator Verandah, Undersized or Obstructed Verandah<br />• 9C – Deluxe Oceanview
Stateroom, One Porthole, Obstructed View<br />• 9D – Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom,
One Porthole, Obstructed View – limited view of ocean<br /><br />If you are currently booked in one of the affected staterooms on or after Oct. 20,
you will receive a letter or email notification. If you are
re-categorized to a higher stateroom category, the current rate is protected. Guests re-categorized to a lower stateroom category will receive a rate
adjustment and/or refund if the reservation is paid in full. Commissions will be
protected at the original rate.</p>
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<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>® staterooms are among
the first in the industry to be tailored especially for families, pioneering
innovative comforts and modern features you won't find with any other cruise
line. Ranging from cozy private lodgings, to rooms with sweeping views, to grand
and richly appointed suites, there's a category to fit your need.</p>
<p>The "Disney difference" can be found in every detail. Most rooms feature:</p>
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<li>Substantially more space than is offered with most other cruise lines</li>
<li>Ample storage</li>
<li>Innovative split baths and separate sinks - a cruise industry first -
allowing several people to wash up at the same time</li>
<li>Superior attention to detail - from vintage decorative touches to the
playful "towelgami" you will find waiting for you each night</li>
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<p>And of course, enjoy the unsurpassed personal attention and in-room service
from our legendary staff and crew throughout your stay.</p>
<p>View stateroom details and interactive tours of the deck plans for the <a id="nostrip" href="http://www.disneymedialab.com/2011/DCL-Deckplans/DisneyFantasy.pdf" target="_blank"><em>Disney Fantasy</em></a>, <a id="nostrip" href="http://www.disneymedialab.com/2011/DCL-Deckplans/DisneyDream.pdf" target="_blank"><em>Disney Dream</em></a>, <a id="nostrip" href="http://www.disneymedialab.com/2011/DCL-Deckplans/DisneyMagic.pdf" target="_blank"><em>Disney Magic®</em></a> and <a id="nostrip" href="http://www.disneymedialab.com/2011/DCL-Deckplans/DisneyWonder.pdf" target="_blank"><em>Disney Wonder®</em>.</a></p>
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<p>Below is a list of staterooms affected by this change:</p>
<p><strong>Deck 5</strong></p>
<table class="noTopMargin-dta" border="1" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="6">
<thead>
<tr>
<td>
<p>Stateroom Number</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>Previous Category</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>New Category</p>
</td>
</tr>
</thead>
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<tr>
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<p>5024 &amp; 5524<br />5026 - 5052<br />5150 - 5164<br />5526 - 5552<br />5650 -
5664<br />5180 &amp; 5680<br />5188 &amp; 5688</p>
</td>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>5E<br />5E<br />5E<br />5E<br />5E<br />6B<br />6B</p>
</td>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>7A<br />4E<br />4E<br />4E<br />4E<br />7A<br />7A</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong><br />Deck 6</strong></p>
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<tr>
<td>
<p> Stateroom Number</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>  Previous Category</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>  New Category</p>
</td>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>6000 - 6006<br />6500 - 6504<br />6178 &amp; 6678<br />6190 &amp;
6690<br />6192</p>
</td>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>        9A<br />        9A<br />        6B<br />        6B<br />        6B</p>
</td>
<td class="alignCenter-dta">
<p>      9D<br />      9D<br />      7A<br />      5E<br />      5E</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong><br />Deck 7</strong></p>
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<thead>
<tr>
<td align="center">
<p>Stateroom Number</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>Previous Category</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>New Category</p>
</td>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>7000 - 7004<br />7006 &amp; 7504<br />7500 - 7502<br />7022 &amp; 7520<br />7170
&amp; 7668<br />7182 &amp; 7680<br />7190 - 7194<br />7688 - 7690</p>
</td>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>9A<br />9A<br />9A<br />5C<br />5C<br />6B<br />6B<br />6B</p>
</td>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>9C<br />9D<br />9C<br />7A<br />7A<br />7A<br />5E<br />5E</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong><br />Deck 8</strong></p>
<table class="noTopMargin-dta" border="1" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="6">
<thead>
<tr>
<td align="center">
<p>Stateroom Number</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>Previous Category</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>New Category</p>
</td>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>8000 - 8004<br />8006 &amp; 8504<br />8500 - 8502<br />8022 &amp; 8520<br />8164
&amp; 8662<br />8176 &amp; 8674<br />8184 - 8188<br />8682 - 8684</p>
</td>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>9A<br />9A<br />9A<br />5B<br />5B<br />6A<br />6A<br />6A</p>
</td>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>9C<br />9D<br />9C<br />7A<br />7A<br />7A<br />5E<br />5E</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong><br />Deck 9</strong></p>
<table class="noTopMargin-dta" border="1" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="6">
<thead>
<tr>
<td>
<p>Stateroom Number</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>Previous Category</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>New Category</p>
</td>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>9012 &amp; 9512<br />9152 &amp; 9652<br />9164 &amp; 9664<br />9170 - 9176<br />9670
- 9674</p>
</td>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>5A<br />5A<br />6A<br />6A<br />6A</p>
</td>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>7A<br />7A<br />7A<br />5E<br />5E</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p><strong><br />Deck 10</strong></p>
<table class="noTopMargin-dta" border="1" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="6">
<thead>
<tr>
<td>
<p>Stateroom Number</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>   PreviousCategory</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>     New Category</p>
</td>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>10158 - 10166         <br />10658 - 10664</p>
</td>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>6A<br />6A</p>
</td>
<td class="alignCenter-dta" align="center">
<p>5E<br />5E</p>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-cruise-new-categories-on-the-dream-and-fantasy</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-cruise-new-categories-on-the-dream-and-fantasy</guid>
<category>Disney Cruise</category>
<pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 21:28:22 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p>Are you considering a Disney Vacation and not sure where to stay? Here are some pdf links that are an invaluable resource when choosing your accommodations. <br /><br />When you are ready to book your Disney Vacation, contact <a href="/small-world-vacations">Small World Vacations</a>, an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, made up of a team of 60 agents ready to help you save time, headaches and money!</p>
<h2><strong><strong><em>Walt Disney World </em>Resort</strong></strong></h2>
<p><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/AllStar.pdf" target="_blank"><br />Disney’s All-Star Resorts<br /></a><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/AKLodge.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Resort<br /></a><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/DAAR.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Art of Animation Resort<br /></a><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/Yacht&amp;Beach.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Beach Club &amp; Yacht Club Resorts</a><br /><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/BoardWalk.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s BoardWalk</a><br /><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/CaribbeanBeach.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort<br /></a><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/Contemporary.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Contemporary Resort<br /></a><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/CoronadoSprings.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort<br /></a><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/FtWilderness.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort &amp; Campground</a><br /><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/GrandFloridian.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort &amp; Spa<br /></a><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/OldKeyWest.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Old Key West Resort<br /></a><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/Polynesian.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Polynesian Resort<br /></a><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/PopCentury.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Pop Century Resort</a><br /><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/PortOrleans.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Port Orleans Resorts<br /></a><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/SaratogaSprings.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort<br /></a><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/WildernessLodge.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort</a></p>
<h2><strong><em>Disneyland</em> Resort</strong></h2>
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<p><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/DisneylandHotel.pdf" target="_blank">Disneyland Hotel<br /></a><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/GrandCalifornian.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Grand Californian Resort &amp; Spa<br /></a><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/ParadisePier.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Paradise Pier Resort<br /></a></p>
<h2><strong><strong><em>Aulani</em> Resort</strong></strong></h2>
<p><br /><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/Aulani.pdf" target="_blank"><strong>Aulani</strong><br /></a></p>
<h2><strong><strong><em>Disney's Hilton Head Island </em>Resort</strong></strong></h2>
<p><br /><strong><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/HiltonHead.pdf" target="_blank">Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort</a></strong></p>
<h2><strong><strong><em><br />Disney's Vero Beach </em>Resort</strong></strong></h2>
<p><strong><a href="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/ResortOverview/VeroBeach.pdf" target="_blank"><br />Disney’s Vero Beach Resort</a></strong></p></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:52:28 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disney Cruise Line Adds Second Hawaiian Cruise</title>
<description><h2><a href="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/dtn/7a0f145ce55c11e0b93d0022191da637COMMCMSA"><strong><em>Disney Cruise Line</em> Adds Second Hawaiian Cruise<br /></strong></a></h2>
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<p><img style="float: right; margin: 2px;" title="DCL Hawaii" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/Blog/GirlSurfing.jpg" alt="DCL Hawaii" width="220" height="146" />Based on an overwhelming response to its first Hawaiian itinerary, <strong>Disney Cruise Line</strong>® is adding a second Hawaiian cruise to its 2012 schedule. </p>
<p>The new 14-night itinerary departs Oct. 14, 2012, from Los Angeles.
It includes stops at Kahului, Maui; Nawiliwili, Kauai; Honolulu, O’ahu;
and Hilo, Hawai‘i; plus Ensenada, Mexico. In addition, there are eight
relaxing days at sea.</p>
<p>Bookings open today at 8 a.m. EDT for guests who are Platinum and
Gold Castaway Club Members. Silver Castaway Club Members and first-time guests can book beginning Monday, Sept. 26. At this time, bookings are
only available by calling the reservation center.</p>
<p>The addition of a second Hawaiian voyage complements a diverse array of <a title="2012 Itineraries" href="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/content/b221c2dbb0dac210VgnVCM100000d864a8c0RCRD">2012 itineraries</a> departing from the West Coast, including cruises to the Mexican Riviera, Pacific Coast and Alaska.</p>
<p>Contact Small World Vacations for a price quote today at <a target="_blank">www.smallworldvacations.com</a></p>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2011 13:24:28 GMT</pubDate>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">An <strong><span style="font-family: Arial;">Adventures by Disney (ABD)</span></strong> vacation is an expertly planned, guided visit to some of the most intriguing and beloved destinations around the world. On an <strong><span style="font-family: Arial;">Adventures by Disney</span></strong> trip you're a traveler and adventurer, not a tourist. You and your group become active participants in incredible stories, experiences and cultures through immersive activities only Disney can bring you. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><a href="/blog/post.cfm/adventures-by-disney-the-disney-difference"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">See the Disney Difference on an Adventure by Disney.</span></span></a><br /><br /><span style="color: #000000;">From bustling cities and awe-inspiring landscapes, to seaside villages and secret locales, <strong><span style="font-family: Arial;">Adventures by Disney</span></strong> offers worldwide vacations ranging in length from 6 to 12 days. This year, Disney introduced new itineraries including Greece, the French countryside, Tasmania and the Amalfi Coast.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span><a href="/adventures-by-disney/adventures-by-disney"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">2012 Adventures by Disney Details</span></span></a></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">Save $150 - $1500 if you organize a group of 15 or more on select 2012 Adventures by Disney itineraries! </span><a href="/adventures-by-disney/2012-adventures-by-disney-group-travel-savings"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Click for Details</span></span></a><span style="color: #000000;"> Here are some examples for a family of four: save $675 on a $10,000 BackStage Magic Adventure; save $825 on a Grand Canyon Adventure costing $12,000; save $1350 on an Adventure to London and Paris costing $19,000. (These savings are only valid on new bookings for groups of 15 guests or more, and savings are based on the cost of the land portion only. Subject to availability.) </span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: red; font-size: 10pt;">IMPORTANT NOTE</span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">: If your ABD traveling party falls below 15 paid guests, your savings will revert to the standard Small World Vacations $100 - $1000 offer on your 2012 Adventure by Disney. Check out our </span><a href="/adventures-by-disney/2011-adventures-by-disney-offer"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">exclusive promotion</span></span></a><span style="color: #000000;"> for travel parties of less than 15 guests.</span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; tab-stops: .75in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">Complete a request for an </span><a href="/quote-form/quote1_qualify.cfm?quoteFormType=DisneyAdventures"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Adventure by Disney price quote</span></span></a><span style="color: #000000;"> and mention that you will be a group of 15 or more and we will partner you with an agent who has experienced the Disney difference on their own Adventure by Disney. </span><a href="/blog/archives.cfm/search/?term=adventures+by+disney"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Read their blogs!</span></span></a></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">All ABD offers void if reservation is cancelled. Offer not transferable. No cash value for offer. Offers valid 9/15/11 through 12/31/11 at 5:00 pm EST.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">Don’t miss this opportunity to save on the vacation of a lifetime! </span><a href="/quote-form/quote1_qualify.cfm?quoteFormType=DisneyAdventures"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Click here</span></span></a><span style="color: #000000;"> for your free Adventures by Disney price quote.</span></span></p></description>
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<category>Current Deals</category>
<pubDate>Sat, 17 Sep 2011 03:16:49 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Agent Lori's Disney Cruise to Alaska
- 2011</span></p>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/lorialaska/DSCN2805_0331.jpg" alt="" width="258" height="344" /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/lorialaska/DSCN2763_0369.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />My
family and I recently took the 7-night Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise out of
Vancouver, Canada, and it was simply the most breathtaking vacation of our
lives! We have done several other 7-night Disney Caribbean cruises, so it was
hard to anticipate what an Alaskan cruise might be like...or would we enjoy it
as much without our annual visit to Castaway Cay? I can easily and excitedly
shout 'YES' we would do this cruise again in a heartbeat!<br /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/lorialaska/DSC_0162_0100.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="229" /><br />Every
minute on this cruise was filled with beautiful scenery and wildlife. It was
hard to take our eyes off of the surroundings outside as we sailed through the
inner passages of Canada and made our way up to Southeast Alaska. We
constantly eyed eagles and whales as we sailed with binoculars in
hand.<br /></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/lorialaska/DSCN2968_0156.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="285" /><br />Our
ports of call in order of arrival were Skagway, Juneau, and Ketchikan. I wanted
to make sure that we experienced a sampling of what these ports had to offer so
I booked an excursion in each location.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LoriDream/LoriAlaska/DSC_0058_0204.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="229" /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">First
in Skagway, we signed up the "Klondike Gold Dredge &amp; White Pass Railway".
This excursion placed us on a Railway ride up to Fraser, Canada. The route was
narrated to the scenic and historic Gold Rush Paths of the 1890's that we were
following. Besides the historic value of this amazing mini-journey, the beauty of the scenery while riding along the edge side of the beautiful snow-capped mountains was
breathtaking. Once up to Fraser, we disembarked the train and took a bus back
down to Skagway. <br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/lorialaska/DSCN2923_0206.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="218" /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><br />We had a wonderful bus driver who stopped us in several picture
spots along the way...one being the 'Welcome to Alaska' sign that we all posed
for pictures in front of! <br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/lorialaska/DSCN2945_0179.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="234" /><br />We then went to the Klondike Gold Dredge were we
panned for gold...just to make sure we all had our bit of genuine Alaskan Gold
Rush souvenirs to take home with us!! </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">My children loved this as well! We took
all of our gold flakes and had them placed, in their onsite store, into necklace
medallions that they proudly wore home!</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/lorialaska/DSCN3046_0077.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><br />Our
next, day we visited Juneau, Alaska. Here we had signed up for the 'Exclusive
Whale Encounter &amp; Mendenhall Glacier" experience. This was lovely because
it began with an hour and half boat ride with two Naturalists on board to
narrate and help discuss the animals and whales we were seeing. We were allowed
to step out the front or back of the boat to take pictures and gaze at the
whales, porpoises, and sea lions! Such an unforgettable experience! <br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/lorialaska/DSCN3009_0117.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /><br />After this
portion we were driven by bus up the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center. Here we
could take unbelievable pictures of the glacier and nearby we walked through a
'Salmon run/Bear walk'. We actually spotted a Black Bear walking down to the
Salmon run for an afternoon snack! Again, we came back to the ship amazed at
our sights that day!</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/lorialaska/DSCN3077_0046.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="258" /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/lorialaska/DSCN3075_0048.jpg" alt="" width="196" height="450" /><br />Lastly,
we made our last port of call in Ketchikan, Alaska. Here we were signed up for
the "Knudson Cove Salmon Fishing". We had a picture perfect day in Ketchikan, sunny
and in the 70's. We headed on a bus to Knudson Cove where we were divided up
into groups of 4-6. We were assigned a boat and Captain and off we went for a
four and half hour fishing afternoon in the glorious Alaskan fishing grounds! We
caught 7 salmon during our afternoon, spotted several whales off in the
distance, and eagles all around! We paid to have our Salmon processed (half
fresh and half smoked) to be shipped home. We had our Salmon delivered to our
door in Illinois two days after we returned home! This being our last port day,
we were so thankful to have had a taste of some wonderful Alaskan Salmon
fishing!!</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/lorialaska/DSC_0177_0085.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="229" /><br />Overall,
our excursions provided a taste of every port of call. Sure, you could stay in
port and visit the local shops, but to truly get 'into' Alaska and see its inner
beauty you really do need to sign up and get involved in the events!
<br /></span></p>
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<p>Contact agent Lori@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney Cruise to Alaska in 2012.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;" mce_style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;">Experience the 2011 Epcot
International Food and Wine Festival!</span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;" mce_style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;"><span></span></span></strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;" mce_style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" mce_style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/FoodWine2011/foodwinestroll2011.jpg" mce_src="/blog/assets/content/FoodWine2011/foodwinestroll2011.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="229" /><br />Can
you imagine strolling around the world, sampling the food and wine of each
country along the way?<span>  </span>Well, you can do
just that at the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival, open daily  from September 30<sup>th</sup> through November 13<sup>th</sup>
this year!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;" mce_style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" mce_style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/FoodWine2011/familyfoodwine2011.jpg" mce_src="/blog/assets/content/FoodWine2011/familyfoodwine2011.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="229" /></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;" mce_style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;"><br />More
than 25 international marketplace kiosks offer tapas-sized portions of regional
specialties at $3 to $8 per serving.<span>  
</span>For those who have enjoyed this seasonal event in the past, you’ll be
happy to hear that new additions include flavors from the Caribbean, Portugal,
and Hawaii!<span> </span><span>               </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;" mce_style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" mce_style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/FoodWine2011/ELO2011.jpg" mce_src="/blog/assets/content/FoodWine2011/ELO2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" /><br />As a
part of the festival, you are also able to enjoy the Eat to the Beat! Concert
Series, held at the American Gardens Theater at the World Showcase.<span>  </span>Artists include Taylor Dane, Jon Secada, Hanson,
The Pointer Sisters, Air Supply and Richard Marx.<span>  </span>There is no extra charge to enjoy the
concert, but an Epcot theme park admission is required for both the
International Food and Wine Festival and the Concert Series.<span>  (Members of ELO pictured above.)</span></span></p>
<p>Shows are
scheduled 5:15, 6:30 and 7:45 p.m. daily.  The lineup (subject to change
and included in Epcot admission) includes:</p>
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<li>Sept. 30-Oct. 2   Taylor Dayne “Tell It to My Heartâ€</li>
<li>Oct. 3-5                38 Special “Hold on Looselyâ€</li>
<li>Oct. 6-7                Jon Secada “Just Another Dayâ€</li>
<li>Oct. 8-9                Roger Hodgson formerly of Supertramp “Give A Little Bitâ€</li>
<li>Oct. 10-12            Billy Ocean “Caribbean Queenâ€</li>
<li>Oct. 13-16            Starship starring Mickey Thomas “We Built This Cityâ€</li>
<li>Oct. 17-19            Sugar Ray “Flyâ€</li>
<li>Oct. 20-21            The Orchestra starring former members of ELO (NEW) “Don’t Bring Me Downâ€</li>
<li>Oct. 22-23            Howard Jones “No One Is to Blameâ€</li>
<li>Oct. 24-26            Boyz II Men “End of the Roadâ€</li>
<li>Oct. 27-28            Gin Blossoms (NEW) “Hey Jealousyâ€</li>
<li>Oct. 29-30            Sister Hazel “All for Youâ€</li>
<li>Oct. 31-Nov. 1     Hanson “Give a Littleâ€</li>
<li>Nov. 2-3               The Pointer Sisters (NEW) “He’s So Shyâ€</li>
<li>Nov. 4-6               Night Ranger “Sister Christianâ€</li>
<li>Nov. 7-8               Air Supply “Lost in Loveâ€</li>
<li>Nov. 9-10             Richard Marx “Right Here Waitingâ€</li>
<li>Nov. 11-13           Big Bad Voodoo Daddy “Go Daddy-Oâ€</li>
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<p class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;" mce_style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" mce_style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Vern_Yip-571x800.jpg" mce_src="/blog/assets/content/Vern_Yip-571x800.jpg" alt="" width="232" height="325" /><br />Make
your trip to the festival a learning experience by attending special festival
experiences, such as seminars held by HGTV celebrity designers, book signings,
bottle signings and taste seminars, all included with your Epcot theme park
admission.<span>  </span>For an additional fee,
culinary demonstrations, mixology seminars, a scent demonstration, and
wine/beverage seminars are available.<span><br /></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;" mce_style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" mce_style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/FoodWine2011/chefs2011.jpg" mce_src="/blog/assets/content/FoodWine2011/chefs2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="344" /><br />And
there’s even more!<span>  </span>You can schedule
special dining experiences with celebrated chefs preparing remarkable dinners
at signature Walt Disney World Resort restaurants.<span>  </span>It’s all a part of the magic of the
International Food and Wine Festival. (</span> Epcot Executive Chef Jens Dahlmann (right) and Chef de Cuisine Gregg Hannon pictured above)</p>
<p class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;" mce_style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;"> <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" mce_style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/FoodWine2011/sushi2011.jpg" mce_src="/blog/assets/content/FoodWine2011/sushi2011.jpg" alt="" width="246" height="344" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;" mce_style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;">For
more information on the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival, including
the Eat to the Beat! Concert Series schedule, <a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/Media/InternetMediaType/Event/EpcotInternationalFoodAndWineFestival/2011-food-and-wine-map.pdf" mce_href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/Media/InternetMediaType/Event/EpcotInternationalFoodAndWineFestival/2011-food-and-wine-map.pdf">a festival guide map, </a>and the
times and admission prices for special events, read more about it on the official
Walt Disney World Resort webpage:<span>  </span><a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/special-events/epcot-international-food-and-wine-festival/" mce_href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/special-events/epcot-international-food-and-wine-festival/">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/special-events/epcot-international-food-and-wine-festival/</a></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;" mce_style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Arial;">Contact your Authorized Disney Vacation Planner at Small World Vacations
for assistance with your Disney vacation today!<span> 
</span><a href="/small-world-vacations" mce_href="/small-world-vacations">http://www.smallworldvacations.com/small-world-vacations</a></span></p>
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<title>Adventures by Disney - The Disney Difference</title>
<description><p class="extraTopMargin-dta">Let us introduce you to the many reasons why with <span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventures by Disney</span>® Guests are choosing one of the most memorable and carefree vacations available. We call those reasons the Disney Difference.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/ABD/DDAdventureGuides.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br /><strong>Two Disney-trained Adventure Guides</strong></span><br />Each tour includes Adventure Guides - experts in the history and culture of the locations you visit - who serve as concierge, guide and storyteller, providing personal attention and historical insight to you and your family throughout your trip.</p>
<p>Our vacation planning experts have traveled the globe crafting fun, immersive, authentic experiences and have hand-selected hotels, activities and restaurants that your entire family is sure to love. <span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventures by Disney</span> Adventure Guides will ensure your trip is seamless and, above all, memorable.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/ABD/DDJuniorAdventures.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br /><strong>Junior Adventurers</strong></span><br />Each trip is designed with your entire family in mind. Children - also known as Junior Adventurers - can embark on a scavenger hunt at the Louvre in France or learn how to make pizza in Italy. Teens will love the archery lessons in South Africa and horseback riding in the Canadian Rockies.</p>
<p>Adults indulge in wine tastings and private dinners as Junior Adventurers enjoy special Disney Movie Nights. By providing fun for everyone - kids, teens, parents and grandparents - <span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventures by Disney</span> vacations brings your family closer together during your trip.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/ABD/DDVIP.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br /><strong>Exclusive VIP Access</strong></span><br />When you travel with <span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventures by Disney</span>, you'll receive special perks you just wouldn't find if you were traveling on your own. Bypass the lines at popular museums and attractions. Enjoy private events and privately guided tours. Gain backstage access at places such as <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>® Park. It's all part of the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventures by Disney</span> VIP treatment.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/ABD/DDAuthenticExperiences.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br /><strong>Authentic Experiences &amp; Activities</strong></span><br />Although anyone can take you to a place, we'll bring you closer to it through cultural experiences with local experts, special thrills just for Junior Adventurers, interaction with historical characters and engaging adventures for everyone.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/ABD/DDStorytelling.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br /><strong>Storytelling and Surprises</strong></span><br />No adventure would be complete without the special Disney touches that bring some of the world's greatest stories to life. Spend time with the costumed historical figure of Benjamin Franklin in Philadelphia or meet Marco Polo in Venice.</p>
<p>Throughout your adventure, you can be sure to expect unique experiences and receive mementos that celebrate the culture and history of the places you visit.</p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/ABD/DDDisneyService.jpg" alt="" /><span class="h1-dta"><br /><strong>Disney Service and Convenience</strong></span><br />An <span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventures by Disney</span> family vacation features the impeccable service, tradition and attention to detail that is the hallmark of Disney the world over. For your convenience <span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventures by Disney</span> takes care of the details - including your luggage and hotel check-in - so that you don't have to plan anything. Just relax, have fun and enjoy an unforgettable vacation!</p>
<p>Contact Small World Vacations for assistance with your Adventure by Disney at<a> www.smallworldvacations.com </a></p>
<p>Read Sue Pisaturo's of Small World Vacations Southwest Splendor's Blog Entries:</p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-day-one-day-three" target="_blank">Day One through Day Four - Sedona to the Grand Canyon</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventure-by-disney-day-four-grand-canyon" target="_blank">Day Four - Grand Canyon Exploration</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-slendors-adventures-by-disney-day-six" target="_blank">Day Five - Monument Valley</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/adventures-by-disney-southwest-splendors-day-six" target="_blank">Day Six - </a><a href="/blog/post.cfm/adventures-by-disney-southwest-splendors-day-six" target="_blank">Arches National Park</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/southwest-splendors-adventures-by-disney-day-seven" target="_blank">Day Seven - Floating Down the Colorado River</a></p>
<h4><a href="/blog/post.cfm/2012-adventures-by-disney" target="_blank">Save up to $1000 on your Adventure by Disney. <br /><br />Contact </a><a href="/blog/post.cfm/2012-adventures-by-disney" target="_blank">Small World Vacations</a><a href="/blog/post.cfm/2012-adventures-by-disney" target="_blank"> for assistance today.</a></h4></description>
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<description><div>In order to provide you with a premier family experience, <strong>Disney Cruise Line</strong>® is modifying its 7-night Mexican Riviera itineraries departing Jan. 8 – April 22, 2012, by replacing calls to Mazatlán with an additional stop in Cabo San Lucas.<br /><br />As you know, safety is very important to Disney Cruise. This decision was made, in part, due to the changing environment in Mazatlán and the surrounding area. A similar decision was made for Mexican Riviera sailings in 2011.<br /></div>
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<p><strong>Disney Cruise Line</strong> continually evaluates its itineraries and believes this revised itinerary with two calls in the popular port of Cabo San Lucas will provide the best overall vacation experience for their guests.</p>
<p>Contact your Small World Vacations agent for more details.</p>
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<title>2012 Adventures by Disney Save up to $1000!</title>
<description><div class="summaryListSection"><strong><span style="FONT-SIZE: small"><a href="/adventures-by-disney/2011-adventures-by-disney-offer/2011-adventures-by-disney-offer/" target="_blank"><span style="FONT-SIZE: medium"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #333333;">Save up to $1000 when you book your<br />Adventures by Disney<br />with Small World Vacations</span></span></span></a><br /><br /></span>Adventures by Disney</strong>®, the leader in guided family travel, is pleased to announce the addition of two new destinations – Greece and Northern France – to its lineup of immersive family vacations. Bookings open today for new dates and new 2012 itineraries!<img style="float: right; margin: 1px;" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/Blog/ABDGreeceSantorini.jpg" alt="ABD Greece" width="200" height="136" />
<p><strong><br />“Greek Odyssey†– Athens, Santorini and Crete<br /></strong>The adventure begins in Athens where Greek mythology comes to life through moonlight storytelling at the Parthenon and sporting games at the home of the modern Olympics. Discovery continues on the volcanic island of Santorini where kids go feet-first into Greek grape stomping while adults enjoy a wine tasting at Volcan winery. After sailing the azure waters of the Aegean Sea, families travel to Crete and are immersed in mountain culture with local expert-led lessons in cheese making and Greek dancing.</p>
<p><strong>“Espirit de France†– Paris, Normandy and Loire Valley<br /></strong><img style="float: right; margin: 1px;" src="http://media.disneywebcontent.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/Blog/ABDFranceNightImage.jpg" alt="ABD France" width="200" height="136" />Perfect for families looking to experience the arts, this itinerary features a drawing activity in Monet’s Gardens, a visit to Château du Clos Lucé, the last know residence of Leonardo da Vinci, and a private dinner at the Louvre in Paris. Experiencing a true taste of the French countryside, adventurers learn the art of brandy-making, enjoy a countryside bike ride and spend the night in an authentic Château. The itinerary also includes visits to Versailles, Mont Saint-Michel monastery and Omaha Beach.</p>
<p>In addition to the new destinations, <strong>Adventures by Disney</strong> will continue to offer unforgettable expeditions to Egypt as well as new enhanced itineraries to Australia, London and Paris, and the Galapagos Islands.</p>
<p>Contact Small World Vacations for a price quote for your 2012 Adventure by Disney</p>
<p> <a href="/adventures-by-disney/adventures-by-disney" target="_blank">Click here for 2012 Adventures by Disney dates and details </a></p>
<h4><span style="FONT-SIZE: small"><a href="/adventures-by-disney/2011-adventures-by-disney-offer/2011-adventures-by-disney-offer/" target="_blank"><span style="FONT-SIZE: medium"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #333333;"><strong>Save up to $1000 when you book your Adventures by Disney with Small World Vacations</strong></span></span></span></a></span></h4>
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<h2 style="text-align: center;">New "Untamed Dining Adventure Transports</h2>
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<p>LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — An all-new dining experience hosted by a Disney
animal specialist is available at Sanaa at Kidani Village, located in Disney’s
Animal Kingdom Lodge at Walt Disney World Resort. Over lunch, an animal expert
reveals facts and myths about wildlife as guests immerse themselves in the
culture and flavors of Africa.</p>
<p>There’s no more perfect setting, as Sanaa’s windows frame grazing zebra and
giraffes, Ankole Cattle and White-Bearded Wildebeest. The experience
accommodates up to 12 guests, offering an intimate, fun insider’s view, with
plenty of time for questions.</p>
<p>Adding flavor to the experience: a four-course, African-inspired lunch made
in Sanaa’s tandoor ovens. It boasts many delicacies, such as warm naan bread,
savory dips, slow-cooked meats, unusual sweets and more.</p>
<p>After dessert, diners venture to a savanna lookout, to observe and learn more
about the exotic animals grazing the landscape.</p>
<p>The Animal Specialist experience takes place every
Wednesday from 11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m. Cost is $49, $29 ages 3 to 9 (special kid’s
menu). The price includes the gratuity plus a $5 contribution to <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.wdwpublicaffairs.com/TopicContentCal.Aspx?PageId=2e408183-5329-43d5-873f-8c88515d697c&amp;int_cmp=SOC-intDPFY11Q3anmialspecialists06-07-11@0007" target="_blank">Disney’s Worldwide Conservation Fund</a></span>. To make a
reservation, call 407-938-6922, option 3 or stop by Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Lodge concierge. Reservations also are available online at <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.disneyworld.com/dining" target="_blank">disneyworld.com/dining</a></span> or by calling 407-WDW-DINE up to
180 days prior to the experience.</p>
<p>Contact www.smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney vacation.</p>
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<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/HalloweenSue/Haunted_Mansion.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="265" /><br /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Each year the Haunted
Mansion at the Disneyland Resort in California is magically transformed into the Haunted Mansion Holiday.<span>  </span>From mid-September through early January, the 999
Happy Haunts are joined by Jack Skellington and his friends from the 1993 Tim
Burton film, Nightmare Before Christmas.<span> 
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Both lovers
of the film, and those unfamiliar with the story of the King of Halloween who
yearns to plan Christmas, will enjoy this seasonal spin on the Haunted Mansion experience.<span>  </span>The outside of the attraction is decorated in
holiday style with a twist that only Jack Skellington can supply. Familiar sights are transformed with the addition of characters from Halloween Town, and a
score based on Danny Elfman’s enchanting soundtrack resounds throughout.<span> </span><br /><br /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/HalloweenSue/HMHview.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">As you
approach the mansion, you become immersed in the sights and sounds of the
season!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/HalloweenSue/HMHmansion.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><br /><br />Walking
closer, you see the details of the decorations, a mix of holiday trimmings that
only Disney can provide.</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/HalloweenSue/HMHhearse.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Even the
haunted hearse gets into the holiday “spiritâ€!<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/HalloweenSue/HMHWreath.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />A toothful
friend, not so well disguised as a holiday wreath, guards the entranceway,
giving guests a sample of what is to come, when two holidays collide!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/HalloweenSue/HMHJackolantern.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Haunted
Mansion Holiday begins September 16, 2011 and runs
through January 8<sup>th</sup>, 2012. <span> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Don’t forget
about trick-or-treating during Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland Park!</span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">A separate
ticketed event, the 2011 dates and pricing are:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">For select dates in September and October</span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">$49.00 in
advance, $59.00 when purchased on the event date:<span>     </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Friday September 30, 2011 <span> </span>7:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Monday October 3, 2011  <span></span>6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Tuesday October 11, 2011  6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Tuesday October 18, 2011 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Tuesday <span></span>October 25, 2011  <span></span>6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><strong>For select October dates</strong><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">$50.00 in
advance, $59.00 when purchased on the event date:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Friday <span> </span>October 7,
2011  <span></span>7:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Friday <span> </span>October 14,
2011  <span></span>7:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Friday <span> </span>October 21,
2011  <span> </span>7:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><strong>For select October dates</strong><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">$64.00 in advance, $64.00 when purchased on the event date:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Friday <span> </span>October 28,
2011  <span></span>7:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Monday October
31, 2011  6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.<br /><br />Contact your Authorized Disney Vacation Planner at
Small World Vacations for assistance with your Disney vacation today!<span>  </span><a href="/small-world-vacations">http://www.smallworldvacations.com</a></span></p></description>
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<p>The spirit of Halloween Time will
invade Disneyland Resort this fall with Disney villains, Mickey Mouse
and his friends in Halloween costumes, along with  the seasonal
transformations of Haunted Mansion into Haunted Mansion Holiday and
Space Mountain into Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy. Halloween Time at
Disneyland Resort begins Friday, Sept. 16, and will continue through
Halloween, Monday, Oct. 31.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/HalloweenSue/MHP_with_Mickey_&amp;_Minnie.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="234" /></p>
<p>The after-hours <strong>Mickey’s Halloween Party</strong>, a
separate-ticket event* which has become an annual highlight of Halloween
Time for trick-or-treating families, will take place in Disneyland park
on 10 special Monday, Tuesday and Friday nights: Sept. 30 and Oct.
3,7,11,14,18,21, 25, 28 and 31. Tickets go on sale Friday, July 1, at
Disneyland.com/halloween.<strong><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/HalloweenSue/kidinpumpkin.jpg" alt="" width="217" height="325" /><br />Mickey’s Halloween Party </strong>invites adults and children
to dress up in costume and trick-or-treat at the resort. These party
participants can also “mix in†with regular Disneyland guests for three
hours prior to the start of Mickey’s private bash. Highlights of <strong>Mickey’s Halloween Party</strong> include:</p>
<ul>
<li>The special opportunity to play in Disneyland for three hours before the party starts</li>
<li>Trick or Treating – candy and healthy treats ­- in the ultimate Disney neighborhood</li>
<li>The “Halloween Screams†fireworks spectacular, hosted by “Master of
Scare-omonies†Jack Skellington (presented exclusively for guests of  <strong>Mickey’s Halloween Party</strong>)</li>
<li> “Mickey’s Costume Party†cavalcade, performed twice nightly</li>
<li>Character photo locations featuring favorite Disney and Pixar pals.</li>
<li>An opportunity for everyone in the family to attend the park in costumes</li>
<li>Specially themed dance parties</li>
<li>Nearly all the favorite Disneyland rides and attractions</li>
</ul>
<p>Tickets purchased in advance for <strong>Mickey’s Halloween Party</strong> are $49 most days, while tickets purchased on the event days are $59.  All tickets to <strong>Mickey’s Halloween Party</strong> on Friday, Oct. 28, and Halloween Night, Monday, Oct. 31, are $64.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/HalloweenSue/MHP_Photo.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="261" /><br />Favorite Disney characters, including Mickey himself, will dress up
in fun, fall costumes.  It’s the ideal environment to eat special
holiday treats, play interactive games, listen to “spirited†music and
watch a nightly character cavalcade that celebrates the season.</p>
<p>For Halloween fun at Disneyland, guests will enjoy <strong><a href="http://www.disneyland.com/halloween">Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy</a></strong>
in Tomorrowland.  The experience begins as a typical Space Mountain
adventure, but suddenly launches voyagers into a haunted section of the
universe.  Ghosts appear out of the starry darkness and swirling
galaxies of Space Mountain, reaching out as if to grab guests as they
speed through space.  The exhilarating drops and curves of the journey
are punctuated by piercing screams, creepy sound effects and haunting
music.</p>
<p>Jack Skellington also returns to take over the Haunted Mansion and bring back <strong><a href="http://disneyland.disney.go.com/disneyland/haunted-mansion/">Haunted Mansion Holiday</a></strong>
to New Orleans Square in Disneyland.  Transformed to a mix of Halloween
spookiness and Christmas tradition, Haunted Mansion Holiday is inspired
by the classic animated film “Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before
Christmas.†Jack’s return to the Haunted Mansion includes the
traditional Halloween/Christmas gingerbread house in the Mansion
Ballroom, with some special spooky surprises in this year’s design.</p>
<p>Halloween Time offers frightfully delightful fun for children and adults.</p>
<ul>
<li>For spine-tingling fun, drop in at <strong>The Twilight Zone</strong>â„¢<strong> Tower of Terror </strong>at
Disney California Adventure park, where a “supernatural†event happened
on Halloween evening, 1939, forever haunting the building.</li>
<li>Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland is transformed for the Pumpkin
Festival. More than 300 pumpkins will be on display and none of them are
the same!</li>
<li>Visitors to Big Thunder Ranch in Frontierland will find ranch
animals, pumpkin carvers, Halloween décor and activities for youngsters.</li>
<li>Meeting Disney characters will be easier than ever as Disney
villains gather to plot Halloween mischief at “it’s a small world†Mall
in Disneyland, while other characters in spooky attire greet guests in
Town Square, Main Street, U.S.A.</li>
<li><a href="http://disneyland.disney.go.com/disneyland/rancho-del-zocalo-restaurante/">Rancho del Zocalo</a>
in Frontierland will honor Dia de los Muertos/Day of the Dead with
traditional skeleton figures on display Sept. 16 through Nov. 2.</li>
<li>Special Halloween treats will be available in Disneyland, including
menu items such as Zero’s Ghostly Ghoulash, served in a dog dish in
honor of Zero.</li>
</ul>
<p>For more information about Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort, see <a href="http://www.disneyland.com/halloween">www.disneyland.com/halloween</a>.  This site will be updated with frightfully fun details.</p>
<p>For assistance with your Disneyland vacation, contact <a target="_blank">www.smallworldvacations.com </a></p></description>
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<title>Special Birthday Cakes in Walt Disney World by Agent Sydney</title>
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<p><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Small World Vacations agent, Sydney Scott, recently shared a special 50<sup>th</sup> birthday celebration with her friend Andy at Walt Disney World. Andy has been a Disney fan since his first visit to Walt Disney World as a child. His fondest childhood memory of Walt Disney World was riding the monorail through the Contemporary Resort. Can you say, "Por favor, mantengansse alljado de las puertos"?</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">A custom cake with enhanced decorations, like the special monorail cake for Andy, was ordered directly through the Contemporary Resort . S</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">ince she wanted it delivered to her villa at Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, S</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">ydney called the cake line and was given the email address for the pastry chef at the Contemporary Resort, . She emailed the pastry chef and explained exactly how she wanted her specialty cake to look. They returned her email very quickly and went over the details of the cake design and pricing. A month later, a beautiful masterpiece arrived right on time, and she was even able to charge it to her room!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Andy was very surprised, and Sydney was equally surprised on how beautiful the cake was designed. It was exactly how she had envisioned it. A new memory for Andy, reminiscent of a fond memory of his childhood visit to Walt Disney World. It was the “Icing on the Cake†for a wonderful 50<sup>th</sup> birthday celebration!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SydneyPirate/CinderellaCake.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="195" /><br />Since Walt Disney World loves to celebrate, they have wonderful cakes you can order for any special occasion. Most full-service restaurants at Walt Disney World® Resort have super-market style 6†cakes (serves 5) on hand, and they can be ordered at the podium when you check in for your reservation. If you would like a larger cake, you can order an 8†or 10†regular round cake or a Mickey Mouse-shaped custom cake. You can do so by calling (at least 48 hours in advance) the Walt Disney World Cake Line at <span class="skypepnhprintcontainer">(407) 827-2253.</span><span class="skypepnhmark"> <br /></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Disney offers a wide variety of special ways to celebrate your occasion. Click here to learn more: <a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/celebrations/customizations/" target="_blank">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/celebrations/customizations/</a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Contact Small World Vacations agent Sydney@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney vacation today!<br /></span></p></description>
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<title>Creative Disney Autograph Ideas by Agent Mary</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MaryAutograph/postcard.jpg" alt="" width="262" height="325" />Have you ever found yourself happily walking down Main Street only to see Mickey Mouse at a meet-and-greet? Oh my goodness, I have been there for sure. And I’m practically running to that line! Of course, I want a picture with Mickey, but I also want his autograph. (And yes, I do this on every trip, sometimes several times each trip!) I love character autographs, but what I like most is getting their autographs on unique items. The autograph books are great, but I prefer items that I can actually use.<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MaryAutograph/shirt2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="270" /><br />I have two children, and almost every year they’ve each had a t-shirt signed by the characters. The main color of the shirt needs to be a light color, preferably white, but we have had some success with light shades of pink, yellow, and blue. We purchase the t-shirts from our local Disney store, so my children each have a t-shirt of their favorite character. One year, we found a t-shirt that had a lot of different characters on it. The characters love to look at the shirts and try to sign near their picture. However, when having a t-shirt autographed, you cannot be wearing the shirt per Disney’s rules. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MaryAutograph/shirt1.jpg" alt="" width="254" height="325" /><br />Depending on the character, I will sometimes bring along a travel-size wipes case to help the character have a hard surface to write on.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MaryAutograph/pillowcase2.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="227" /><br />One of my absolute favorite items is one that you use everyday – pillowcases! I had each person’s name and favorite character embroidered onto a white pillowcase. We took them to every character meal and came away with a lot of signatures. Even better, the cases are very easy to carry around. We’ve had our pillowcases for over two years, and the autographs still look great.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MaryAutograph/Mickeyears1.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="258" /><br />Fabric bags, caps, and even Mickey ears can be wonderful autograph items as well. Anything from a simple drawstring bag to a canvas bag to a backpack will work. As long as the item is a light color, the autographs will look fabulous.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MaryAutograph/pictureframe.JPG" alt="" width="262" height="325" /><br /><br />A number of paper items also make great autograph items. One of my favorites is a picture frame mat. I love the mats that have a 2†border or larger. I once had the 8â€x10†mats signed by the characters at Disneyland. Those are easy to carry around since they can easily fit into a shopping bag to keep them safe and dry. My largest mat was approximately a 20â€x24†one. It was a bit difficult to manage but definitely worth it. All of the characters were amazed by it and had so much fun deciding on a place to sign.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MaryAutograph/book1.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="272" /><br /><br />A Disney storybook makes for a very special keepsake. The hardcover single story books or the one-inch thick books that have a number of Disney stories are also wonderful. Each character can sign the first page of their story. To make finding a character’s story easier, use the Post-It flags or a similar flag marker. You can write the character’s name on the flag and remove it once you have the signature.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MaryAutograph/scrapbookpaper2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="289" /><br /><br />Do you like to scrapbook? Well, then bring some scrapbook paper along! I make my own autograph pages by cutting out 4â€x6†pieces of cardstock. I will then punch a hole in the corner and use a small carabiner clip to keep all the pages together. If you’re short on time, purchase one of the smaller-sized tablets of pre-cut cardstock. Once I’m back home, I can use the colorful autographs on my scrapbook pages and include a picture of my child with that character.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MaryAutograph/postcard.jpg" alt="" width="262" height="325" /><br />If you would like to send some of the Disney magic home to your family and friends, then have the characters sign a few postcards for you. Just remember to bring your address list and postage stamps with you to Disney. For even more fun, mail a signed postcard to your child on the last day of your trip. You can even add a simple message, such as “Can’t wait to see you again!†They’ll receive the postcard a few days after you’re back home. I love spreading the pixie dust!<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MaryAutograph/pillowcase1.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="260" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">If you want to easily get a number of character autographs and not stand in line, then your best choice is a character meal. My family loves the character meals; the food is delicious, and the characters come to you! What’s not to love about that? At Walt Disney World, there are many options for character meals, and we’ve been to all of them. At Disneyland, if you want to see a large variety of characters and eat some incredible food, then you want to go to Goofy’s Kitchen. Each of the Disneyland Resort Hotels has a character meal available as do each of the parks.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The perfect autograph item isn’t far away. Use your imagination, and you’ll be amazed at what you can have signed. Here’s some pixie dust just for you!!!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MaryAutograph/book2.jpg" alt="" width="216" height="325" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MaryAutograph/book3.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="270" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Please keep in mind a very important tip: <span style="text-decoration: underline;">never</span> use Sharpie markers on fabric items. The Sharpies will bleed in the washer, and you will have some very unhappy children. Always, always use fabric markers. Many of the craft stores have sets of fabric markers in all different colors. However, the Sharpie markers are great for paper items.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MaryAutograph/autographbook.JPG" alt="" width="271" height="325" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Contact Mary@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney vacation today!</p></description>
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<p>Aspiring buccaneers between the ages of 4 and 12 board a pirate-themed boat
and scour the waterways around Walt Disney World Resort in search of pirate
treasure during a swashbuckling high-seas adventure. </p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SydneyPirate/R1-02637-023A.jpg" alt="" width="231" height="325" /></p>
<p>On this guided expedition, each participant enjoys a light snack and
beverage, learns how to talk like a pirate, visits legendary ports-of-call,
and—if he or she is lucky—returns with a bag of pirate booty! Disney's Pirate
Adventure is a 2-hour sailing voyage that takes place each day at select Walt
Disney World Resort hotels from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. </p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SydneyPirate/R1-02637-021A.jpg" alt="" width="219" height="325" /><br />Additional information and reservations may be made up to 180 days in advance
by calling the Walt Disney World Recreation Department at 407-WDW-PLAY
(407-939-7529). Guests under age 18 must have parent or guardian permission to
call. Or contact agent Sydney@smallworldvacations.com to book your Disney vacation and she will be glad to help you.</p>
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<p>Agent Sydney's children were lucky enough to experience the Pirate Adventure at the Grand Floridian. Here are some photos of their special day:</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SydneyPirate/R1-02638-014A.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="219" /><br />Before boarding for the “high seas†the Seven Seas Lagoon and
Bay Lake the prate adventurers were outfitted with pirate handkerchiefs,
tattoos, and life vests. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SydneyPirate/R1-02638-023A.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="302" /><br />Treasure stops included a stop at Polynesian Resort,
Contemporary Resort, Fort Wilderness and Wilderness Lodge. At each stop they
searched for a piece of the hidden treasure map which ultimately the puzzle map
lead them to the treasure chest at the Fort Wilderness. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SydneyPirate/R1-02638-007A.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="242" /><br />During their adventure
they also stopped for a snack of goldfish crackers, juice, water, and rice
krispie treats.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SydneyPirate/R1-02638-013A.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="231" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SydneyPirate/R1-02638-000A_0001.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="272" /><br />The treasure chest was full of “booty†that each adventurer
got to take with them once they were back on dry land at the Grand Floridian.
Ages 4-11 are able to participate in the “no parents allowed!†pirate cruise
adventure. On a scale of one to ten…the Scott children gave it a ten! It was
one of the highlights of their 2011 WDW vacation.</p>
<p>Contact agent Sydney@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney vacation today!</p></description>
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<p>ANAHEIM, Calif., June 2, 2011 ─ Guests experiencing The Little
Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure in Disney California Adventure park
will relive the romance and excitement of the classic “Little Mermaidâ€
story through scenic design, <em>Audio-Animatronics</em> characters,
special effects and, of course, the award-winning songs written by
Howard Ashman and Alan Menken for the Disney animated motion picture.</p>
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<p>The musical aspects of the experience begin in the Little Mermaid
queue area, where guests waiting to board will hear an extended medley
of songs from the original film, like the overture to a Broadway show.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Mermaid/mermaidPhoto2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="243" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Mermaid/mermaidPhoto3.jpg" alt="" width="243" height="325" /></p>
<p><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Mermaid/MermaidPhoto4.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="243" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Mermaid/MermaidPhoto5.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="243" /><br />Then, as they travel through the attraction, guests will see the
familiar characters performing beloved musical numbers in exquisitely
designed animated scenes, including “Part of Your World,†a rousing,
spectacular “Under the Sea,†“Kiss the Girl,†and Ursula the Sea Witch’s
darkly persuasive “Poor Unfortunate Souls.†Some original voice artists
from “The Little Mermaid,†including Jodi Benson (Ariel) and Pat
Carroll (Ursula), are featured on the attraction’s soundtrack.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Mermaid/MermaidPhoto6.jpg" alt="" width="243" height="325" /></p>
<p>The score for The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure was
recorded by a 65-piece orchestra under the direction of Arranger and
Orchestrator, Danny Troob, who has collaborated on many theatrical
scores with Alan Menken, composer of the film score for “The Little
Mermaid.†Troob’s arrangements were specially created for the Little
Mermaid attraction.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Mermaid/MermaidPhoto7.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="243" /><br />“In film, the music withdraws and is supposed to be in the
background,†Troob explains. “In a theme park (attraction), the music is
supposed to be consistently entertaining, so your approach has to be a
lot more proactive and even aggressive.â€</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Mermaid/MermaidPhoto8.jpg" alt="" width="243" height="325" /><br />
As in the motion picture, songs like “Part of Your World†and “Poor
Unfortunate Souls†illuminate key “Little Mermaid†characters and drive
the emotional content of the show. As Larry Nikolai, Imagineering
creative director and show designer for the Little Mermaid attraction
observes, “I like to think the characters are the heart of our
attraction, but music is really the soul. It brings everything to life
and makes the story so special.â€</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Mermaid/mermaidphoto10.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="243" /></p>
<p>Of the several musical highlights in The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s
Undersea Adventure, the largest scene is a full-scale musical
“extravaganza†featuring 129 different characters performing “Under the
Sea.†The sequence takes up approximately one-third of the area inside
the attraction and has a scope similar to that of the final scene in
“It’s a Small World.â€</p>
<p>Contact <a target="_blank">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a quote on your Disneyland vacation today.</p>
<p>Thanks to Krickie for some amazing pix!</p></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 03:09:48 GMT</pubDate>
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<p>Effective June 21, 2011, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>®
will change the cancellation fee period for cruises of 10 days or more,
and cruises less than 10 days where embark and debark is a non-U.S.
port. </p>
<p>The cancellation period for non-suite/non-concierge staterooms will
begin at 119 days prior to sailing, instead of 89 days. The change will
better align the cancellation period with the final payment due date. </p>
<p>Below is a summary of cruise cancellation fees: </p>
<p class="alignCenter-dta noBottomMargin-dta"><strong>Cruises of 10 days or More, and Cruises Less than 10 days where Embark/Debark is non-U.S. Port</strong> <br />
<em>(Days prior to vacation)</em> </p>
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<p>45 days or more</p>
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<p>Deposit per Guest for Suites/Concierge staterooms</p>
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<p>119 to 45 days</p>
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<p>Deposit per Guest for Non-Suites/Concierge staterooms</p>
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<p>44 to 30 days</p>
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<p>50% of vacation price per Guest</p>
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<p>29 to 15 days</p>
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<p>75% of vacation price per Guest</p>
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<p>14 days or less</p>
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<p>No refund</p>
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<p class="alignCenter-dta noBottomMargin-dta"><strong>Cruises Less Than 10 days where Embark/Debark is U.S. Port</strong> <br />
<em>(Days prior to vacation)</em> </p>
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</td>
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<p>Deposit per Guest for Suites/Concierge staterooms and all staterooms on Disney Fantasy sailing March 31, 2012</p>
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<p>74 to 45 days </p>
</td>
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<p>Deposit per Guest for Non-Suites/Non-Concierge rooms, except Disney Fantasy sailing March 31, 2012</p>
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<p>44 to 30 days</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>50% of vacation price per Guest</p>
</td>
</tr>
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<td>
<p>29 to 15 days</p>
</td>
<td>
<p>75% of vacation price per Guest</p>
</td>
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<p>14 days or less</p>
</td>
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<p>No refund</p>
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<p>As a reminder, changes to the vacation commencement date or changes of Guest names are subject to cancellation fees. </p>
<p>In addition, it's important to keep track of final payment due dates in order to avoid an unwanted cancellation. </p>
<p>If final payment is not received by the specified due date on the
confirmation, the reservation will automatically cancel the next day.
There are no courtesy calls, so it's important to ensure
final payment is made on time. </p>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 02:54:54 GMT</pubDate>
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<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="assets/content/GoofyLogo.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="185" />The transformation of Paradise Pier in <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney California Adventure</span>â„¢
Park has come "full circle," with the recent opening of Goofy's Sky
School. This classic "wild mouse" coaster attraction joins guest
favorites like "World of Color," <span class="nomenclature-dta">Toy Story Mania!</span>â„¢ and the all-new attraction, The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel's Undersea Adventure, along the shores of Paradise Bay.</p>
<p>Goofy's Sky School is inspired by the cartoon short, "Goofy’s
Glider," which debuted in 1940 and was where his popular "How To"
cartoon series first took off. In a series of dips, twists and thrills,
the attraction takes "novice pilots" on a flying lesson through the
wild, blue yonder. Zipping up, down, around, over and through the
clouds, the flight path rises three stories high with plenty of wacky
antics and instruction from Goofy via whimsically animated billboards.</p>
<p>This final phase of the Paradise Pier transformation also
brings a set of new dining locations, which share a 900-seat, open-air
dining area:</p>
<ul>
<li>Boardwalk Pizza &amp; Pasta features Guest-pleasing
flatbread pizzas, delicious pasta dishes and salads. Flatbreads range
from traditional cheese or pepperoni to Portobello mushroom and spinach
with pesto, artichokes, mozzarella, ricotta-salata and Pecorino Romano
cheese. Pasta offerings include classic spaghetti and meatballs, pasta
tossed with chicken in a sun-dried tomato cream sauce, and five-cheese
ravioli with pesto and toasted pine nuts. Salad options include chicken
Caesar; Mediterranean chef salad and a field-greens salad with dried
cranberries, raisins, caramelized pecans and a basil vinaigrette.
Vegetarian options also are available.</li>
<li>Paradise Garden Grill serves food with a Mediterranean spin,
offering a variety of skewers and kabobs. Signature items include
chicken, beef, vegetable, and tofu skewers served with rice pilaf,
cucumber salad and grilled pita bread, with a selection of sauces,
including Moroccan chili tomato and tandoori-spiced yogurt. Refreshing
Greek salads and a kid's menu are also available.</li>
<li>Bayside Brews offers warm, salted pretzels, beverages, and for
guests 21 years of age and older, six types of beers on tap, including
domestic and specialty brews.</li>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 02:38:35 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span>Agent Stacey recently had a chance to ride the Star Tours
attraction in Disney's Hollywood Studios after an extensive
refurbishment. <br /></span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/StarTours/StarToursATAT.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /><br /></span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/StarTours/StarToursExterior.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Upon arrival at the attraction, when
the larger than life AT-AT comes into view, it is clear that the refurbishment
started on the outside and guests are immediately immersed in the wonderful Star
Wars theming as soon as they enter the queue. The exterior queue is longer than
it was previously, and guests will be happy to hear that much of it is covered
(providing shade and a bit of relief from the Florida sunshine). </span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/StarTours/StarToursFastPassSignage.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/StarTours/StarToursFastPass.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span> Adjacent to
the queue is the Fast Pass distribution area, where four kiosks are available
for guests to claim their Passes</span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/StarTours/StarTours3DGlasses.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span>Entering the building, visitors will
notice some familiar characters - C3PO and R2D2 are interacting with each other
as they did in the original version of the attraction. There are some new
surprises too as you proceed along toward the Boarding Area. Don't forget to
grab your 3D viewing glasses</span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/StarTours/StarToursBoarding.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span>There are six simulators with three
rows of seats in each simulator. At first look, guests who are familiar with
the original attraction will notice that not much has changed in the appearance
of the simulator - the seating and the surroundings (including the area in which
the screen is displayed) look as they always have. But don't let that
disappoint you!</span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/StarTours/StarToursInteriorQueue.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />As soon as the gate opens and the
screen comes to life, there is no question that this is NOT the original
attraction. The graphics are superb and the motion of the simulator is
perfectly synched to make guests truly feel as if they are with their favorite
characters traveling through the familiar scenes of Star Wars films. Watch for
fun ways the attraction incorporates images of a lucky guest in the visuals of
the ride.</span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/StarTours/StarToursExit.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Exiting the attraction, guests are
guided through the Star Tours gift shop. The shop is filled with souvenirs and
collectibles and is truly is a must see for all Star Wars fans.</span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/StarTours/StarToursJediTrainingAcademySchedule.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></span><span><br />Worth noting is the Jedi Training
Academy located to the left of the Star Tours attraction. Guests can
pre-register their young Jedis as soon as the Park opens each day. Spots are
secured in a first come, first served basis (however, if you don't get on the
list, sometimes if there are no-shows, some children may be selected from the
audience to participate).<br /><br />Until the next time.</span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span>May the force be with you!</span></span></p>
<p>Contact agent Stacey@smallworldvacations.com to plan your magical Walt Disney World Vacation.</p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"><span> </span></span></p></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 02:18:25 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Save up to $1000 on your 2011 Adventure by Disney</title>
<description><h2 style="text-align: center;">Save
up to $1,000 <br />on your 2011 Adventure by Disney <br />when you book with Small
World Vacations!</h2>
<p><br /><strong><em>What would you
indulge in if you could save $100-$1,000 on your Adventure by
Disney?</em></strong></p>
<ul>
<li> <em>Globe
trotting wardrobe?</em></li>
<li><em> Jet
setting luggage?</em></li>
<li><em> Latest
digital video camera?</em></li>
<li><em> Upgrade
to First Class Flights?</em></li>
<li><em> Cherished
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</em></li>
<li><em> A
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<h2><strong>See how much YOU will save
by booking your 2011 Adventure by Disney with Small World Vacations!</strong></h2>
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<table style="width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="4">
<tbody>
<tr valign="TOP">
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<p><strong><br />Cost
of 2011<br />Adventure by Disney*</strong></p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseTen" width="127">
<p><strong><br />Savings
with<br />Small World Vacations*</strong></p>
</td>
<td style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% #00d2ff; width: 5px; color: #005177;"> </td>
<td class="CruiseTen" width="121">
<p><strong><br />Cost
of 2011<br />Adventure by Disney*</strong></p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseTen" width="127">
<p><strong><br />Savings
with<br />Small World Vacations*</strong></p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr valign="TOP">
<td class="CruiseSix" width="121" height="14">
<p>$2,500
- $3,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseSix" width="127">
<p>$100</p>
</td>
<td style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% #00d2ff; width: 5px; color: #005177;"> </td>
<td class="CruiseSix" width="121">
<p>$12,500
- $13,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseSix" width="127">
<p>$600</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr valign="TOP">
<td class="CruiseNine" width="121" height="14">
<p>$3,500
- $4,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseNine" width="127">
<p>$150</p>
</td>
<td style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% #00d2ff; width: 5px; color: #005177;"> </td>
<td class="CruiseNine" width="121">
<p>$13,500
- $14,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseNine" width="127">
<p>$650</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr valign="TOP">
<td class="CruiseSix" width="121" height="14">
<p>$4,500
- $5,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseSix" width="127">
<p>$200</p>
</td>
<td style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% #00d2ff; width: 5px; color: #005177;"> </td>
<td class="CruiseSix" width="121">
<p>$14,500
- 15,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseSix" width="127">
<p>$700</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr valign="TOP">
<td class="CruiseNine" width="121" height="14">
<p>$5,500
- $6,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseNine" width="127">
<p>$250</p>
</td>
<td style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% #00d2ff; width: 5px; color: #005177;"> </td>
<td class="CruiseNine" width="121">
<p>$15,500
- $16,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseNine" width="127">
<p>$750</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr valign="TOP">
<td class="CruiseSix" width="121" height="14">
<p>$6,500
- $7,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseSix" width="127">
<p>$300</p>
</td>
<td style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% #00d2ff; width: 5px; color: #005177;"> </td>
<td class="CruiseSix" width="121">
<p>$16,500
- $17,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseSix" width="127">
<p>$800</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr valign="TOP">
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<p>$7,500
- $8,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseNine" width="127">
<p>$350</p>
</td>
<td style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% #00d2ff; width: 5px; color: #005177;"> </td>
<td class="CruiseNine" width="121">
<p>$17,500
- $18,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseNine" width="127">
<p>$850</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr valign="TOP">
<td class="CruiseSix" width="121" height="14">
<p>$8,500
- $9,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseSix" width="127">
<p>$400</p>
</td>
<td style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% #00d2ff; width: 5px; color: #005177;"> </td>
<td class="CruiseSix" width="121">
<p>$18,500
- $19,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseSix" width="127">
<p>$900</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr valign="TOP">
<td class="CruiseNine" width="121" height="14">
<p>$9,500
- $10,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseNine" width="127">
<p>$450</p>
</td>
<td style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% #00d2ff; width: 5px; color: #005177;"> </td>
<td class="CruiseNine" width="121">
<p>$19,500
- $20,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseNine" width="127">
<p>$950</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr valign="TOP">
<td class="CruiseSix" width="121" height="14">
<p>$10,500
- $11,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseSix" width="127">
<p>$500</p>
</td>
<td style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% #00d2ff; width: 5px; color: #005177;"> </td>
<td class="CruiseSix" width="121">
<p>$20,500 and up</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseSix" width="127">
<p>$1000</p>
</td>
</tr>
<tr valign="TOP">
<td class="CruiseNine" width="121" height="13">
<p>$11,500
- $12,499</p>
</td>
<td class="CruiseNine" width="127">
<p>$550</p>
</td>
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AND CONDITIONS:</strong> **Small
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based on the final cost of your 2011 Adventure by Disney (ABD)
vacation not including taxes, insurance, airfare or pre or post hotel
stays. Savings amount will be determined at the time of final
payment. If the
reservation is modified before or after final payment and the result
is a change in price, the savings amount will be adjusted
accordingly.
Savings
will be applied to the final payment by agency credit card and is not
awarded as cash or check. If the reservation is cancelled after final
payment is made, the savings amount will be refunded to the agency
credit card.</p>
<p>Valid
on qualifying new 2011 Adventures by Disney booked 11/15/10 -
11/1/11 through Small World Vacations, Inc. Previously booked
2011 Small World Vacations reservations may be eligible for
this offer - ask your agent. ABD travel date must occur
between 1/1/11 and 12/31/11. ABD added to a Disney Cruise reservation not eligible. One Small World Vacations, Inc.
Savings Offer per ABD reservation. If ABD reservation is canceled at
any time, the Savings Offer is null and void and cannot be
transferred or redeemed as cash. Transferred
reservations are not eligible for this offer
Subject to change without notice.</p>
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<title> Agent Kathys Adventure by Disney Quest for the West</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">Being a Small
World Vacations agent, I bet you’ll find it as no surprise that I am a
huge fan of all things Disney.  I’m an avid Disney World/Disneyland
traveler and I sail on Disney Cruise Line a couple times a year; however,
I have never been on an Adventure by Disney…until now!  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">I have just
returned from Adventures by Disney’s <strong>Quest for the West</strong> adventure
in Wyoming.  So how does it measure up?  In short, my Adventure by
Disney experience was truly the most amazing “Disney†experience
I’ve ever had!  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">You may be
asking, “Mickey Mouse…in Wyoming?† Well, although there
was no shortage of wildlife, the Big Cheese was not actually on this
adventure.  So what makes this adventure “Disneyâ€?  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">Imagine a
vacation where EVERYTHING is taken care of for you while you get to learn about
and experience another part of the world with your family?  Never having
to worry about your luggage getting from one place to another or wondering if
you did enough research to really know where and when to see the various sites
at your destination or having activities for the entire family planned out for
you to simply enjoy…it is these touches (and many, many more), that bring
the magic of Disney to the adventure!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Jackson_Hole_Airport_1.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />The Quest
for the West adventure begins in Jackson Hole, Wyoming where you fly into the
only airport inside a National Park, the Grand Teton National Park to be
specific.  As you can imagine, flying into a National Park is a truly
unique experience.  I recommend booking a window seat and having your
camera ready!  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Our_guides,_Michael_and_Geraldine,_at_the_Grand_Canyon_of_Yellowstone.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">At the airport
I was greeted by Geraldine, the first of our two adventure guides.  Our
second adventure guide, Michael, was waiting at the hotel to help get each
family settled!  Leave it to Disney to supply TWO guides for our
adventure!<br /><br />The first
two nights were spent in Jackson at the historic and elegant Wort Hotel. 
This hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the
pictures hanging in the hallways around the hotel serve as a wonderful history
lesson.  The Wort Hotel sits in the heart of Jackson surrounded by
restaurants, shopping and nightlife.<br /><br />During this
leg of our adventure we explored Jackson’s many shops and beautiful town
square where a “shoot out†is reenacted Monday-Saturday nights between
Memorial Day and Labor Day at 6pm.  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Jackson_Town_Square2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />At the four
corners of the town square there are huge archways made of antlers.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">We also
enjoyed a rowdy western lunch at the historic Jackson Hole Playhouse. 
During this meal they served up homemade Sarsaparilla and some mighty fine,
old-fashioned western theater.  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Rafting_1.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">The final
highlight was whitewater rafting down the Snake River…what a blast! 
And the views from the river were amazing!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Kathy_and_the_Grand_Tetons.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">On the
morning of day 3 we simply left our bags by our hotel room door, went off to
breakfast and then boarded the bus to our next adventure…Grand Teton
National Park.  For me, the Grand Tetons were one of the biggest
highlights of our trip, as I have never seen a more majestic mountain
range!  Before heading up to a hike in the Grand Tetons we stopped at the
Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center.  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/GrandTetonVisitorCenter.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />This visitor
center is really something special as guests have the chance to discover,
hands-on, what the fur and antlers of various animals native to the area feel
like; as well as, being able to see what the tracks of each animal look
like.  Of course each visitor center has a gift shop; however, all
proceeds go right back into caring for the parks.  It was here that I
picked up a National Parks Passport.  At each National Park and Monument,
etc… within the US there are various stamps that you can add to your
passport.  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Hidden_Fallsday2.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Hike_into_Grand_TetonsDay2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">After
leaving the visitor center we took a boat ride across Jenny Lake so that we
could hike up to Hidden Falls in the Grand Tetons.  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">A highlight of our
hike for many of the junior adventures was when got up higher in the Tetons
there was quite a bit of snow and many of them had never seen snow.  A
snowball fight quickly ensued.  Watching the pure joy on their faces was
very special!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/West_Thumb_Geyser_Basin_1.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/West_Thumb_Geyser_Basin_2.JPG" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">Back down
the mountain we headed out of the Grand Teton National Park and drove down John
D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway on our way to Yellowstone National
Park.  Established in 1872, Yellowstone is America’s first national
park, home to Old Faithful and a collection of extraordinary thermal
features.  Our first stop in Yellowstone was the West Thumb Geyser Basin
where we got the chance to see all four thermal features (geysers, hot springs,
fumaroles/steam vents and mud pots).  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/West_Thumb_Geyser_Basin_%28Hidden_Mickey%29.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">One even looked like a hidden Mickey
to me, what do you think?</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">As we drove
around the National Parks in our Motor Coach pioneer/western music played
softly in the background (just a touch of that Disney magic) and our adventure
guides handed out snacks.  They always had a cooler filled with water
bottles for us on hand wherever we went.  As a parent, it is wonderful to
not have to worry about things like this!   </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Old_Faithful_Snow_Lodge_1.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Old_Faithful_Snow_Lodge_2.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Old_Faithful_Snow_Lodge_3.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">For the next
two nights we stayed at the Old Faithful Snow Lodge, right next to the Old
Faithful Geyser and the Old Faithful Inn, which the Wilderness Lodge in Disney
World was fashioned after.   </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Castle_Geyser.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Fumarole.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Yellowstone_Thermal_Feature.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">On our second day in Yellowstone we got
a private National Parks Ranger, Rose, for the entire day.  Rose took us around
Yellowstone, teaching us all about the park and its thermal features. 
Although our Disney adventure guides were extremely knowledgeable, it was very
special to have a ranger all to ourselves.  We never could have explored
and learned all that we did that day without her!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">One of the
activities that our adventure guides planned for us was a ScavINNger Hunt
around the Old Faithful Village.  I was on the winning team!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Many_Colors_of_the_Grand_Canyon_of_Yellowstone.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Grand_Canyon_of_Yellowstone.JPG" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">Day 5
arrived and with a bit more Disney magic we were on the road again!  One
of our very special stops this day was the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. 
And for my fellow Disney fans, the lookout point for the Grand Canyon of
Yellowstone is called Artist Point.  Anyone know where there is another
Artist Point?</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Brooks_Lake_Lodge.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Our last leg
of the adventure brings us to the Brooks Lake Lodge in Dubois, WY.  This
is truly a luxury wilderness resort unlike any place I have ever stayed. 
From the food to the staff, everything was incredible!  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Prospector_Cabin_View_1-2.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" />Due to the snow,
our Motor Coach was not able to bring us all the way to the lodge, so the staff
met us at the bottom of the mountain road with vans that could drive us into
the resort.  I thought for sure we’d finally have to touch our
luggage, but alas, I was wrong!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Prospector_Cabin.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Morning_view_from_Prospector_Cabin.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">We drove into
our winter wonderland (in June) and went right into the lodge for tea time and
orientation.  There were 29 of us and 28 staff, most waiting to greet
us.  During our orientation we were given our room or cabin
assignments.  Some of the rooms are in the main lodge and others are
cabins (some with several bedrooms) around the property.  I was lucky
enough to be assigned the Prospector Cabin where the views were unreal!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">While
staying at Brooks Lake Lodge we did need to drive down the mountain a little
for some of our activities, but there was so much to do…fly fishing,
horseback riding, hiking, sledding, games and recreation with the
children’s activities coordinator and did I mention the spa on property?</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Ride_into_mountain.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Ride_into_mountain2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ABDKathy/Kathy_and_Ace7.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">Since
I’d never been on a horse before, I opted for horseback riding as my
morning activity on day 6.  I was nervous to learn that we’d be
riding the horses along a rugged trail in the mountain, but this was an
adventure of a lifetime after all, so why not?  My horse was appropriately
named Ace, as riding on her through the rough terrain trumped all other
activities on this adventure for me!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">This being
our last night of the adventure we had a farewell dinner with some very special
surprises.  Sorry, no spoiler here!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">By the time
my adventure ended I had 9 stamps in my National Parks Passport and on my
flights home it was hard to dream of anything more than heading on my next
Adventure by Disney to see just how many more stamps I could get!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">Contact Kathy@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Adventure by Disney vacation.</p></description>
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<title>Dining at Disneys Contemporary Resort</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/NikkiContemporary/Picture1.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />If you’re planning
a trip to Walt Disney World Resort in the near future, I would like to
suggest<span>  </span>checking out the wide variety of
dining options that the Contemporary Resort has to offer.<span>  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><span><a href="http://www.disneywebcontent.com/dcc/4400/0107474561128210VgnVCM100000d864a8c0RCRD/" target="_blank">Click here for more info about Disney's Contemporary Resort</a><br /></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"> <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/NikkiContemporary/Picture2.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="226" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">The
California Grill is an exceptional dining experience.<span>  </span>With its stunning views of the Magic Kingdom
and a menu inspired by the Pacific coast, it’s sure to please every diner.<span> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><span><a href="http://www.magicalkingdoms.com" target="_blank">Menu from www.magicalkingdoms.com:</a><br /></span></span><a href="http://www.magicalkingdoms.com/wdw/menus/calgrill.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><span>http://www.magicalkingdoms.com/wdw/menus/calgrill.html</span></span></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/NikkiContemporary/Picture3.JPG" alt="" width="240" height="325" /><br />Serving
breakfast, lunch, and dinner; The Wave is another great dining option at
Disney’s Contemporary Resort.<span>  </span>The Wave
offers classic American items with a worldly twist, such as braised lamb shank,
chicken and seafood.<span>  </span>And don’t forget
dessert!<span>  </span>The Wave also has an excellent
selection of signature dessert trios, such as these two possible trios…<span>  </span>New York Cheesecake, Coffee Crème Brulee, and
Chocolate Mousse or maybe the trio of Mississippi Mud Pie, Key Lime Cube with
Citrus whipped topping and Boston Cream Pie. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><span></span></span><a href="http://www.magicalkingdoms.com/" target="_blank">Menu from www.magicalkingdoms.com:</a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.magicalkingdoms.com/wdw/menus/waveb.html" target="_blank">http://www.magicalkingdoms.com/wdw/menus/waveb.html</a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/NikkiContemporary/Picture4.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />The ever
popular Chef Mickey’s is sure to please the entire family.<span>  </span>With a buffet style menu served at breakfast
and dinner, even the most finicky eater will walk away satisfied.<span>  </span>Let’s not forget the characters!<span>  </span>Mickey and friends circulate the dining room
signing autographs and posing for photos.<span> 
</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.magicalkingdoms.com/" target="_blank">Menu from www.magicalkingdoms.com:</a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.magicalkingdoms.com/wdw/menus/chefmb.html" target="_blank">http://www.magicalkingdoms.com/wdw/menus/chefmb.htm</a>l</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"> <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/NikkiContemporary/Picture5.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />A quick
monorail ride from the Magic
Kingdom to the
Contemporary Resort will bring you to Contempo Café.<span>  </span>This quick service restaurant offers fresh
salads, flatbreads and sandwiches and is a wonderful respite from the lunch or
dinner crowds at the Magic
Kingdom.<span>  </span><span> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.magicalkingdoms.com/" target="_blank">Menu from www.magicalkingdoms.com:</a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.magicalkingdoms.com/wdw/menus/contempo_cafe_lunch.html" target="_blank">http://www.magicalkingdoms.com/wdw/menus/contempo_cafe_lunch.html</a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><span>Contact agent Nikki@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney vacation.<br /></span></span></p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/dining-at-disneys-contemporary-resort</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/dining-at-disneys-contemporary-resort</guid>
<pubDate>Sat, 02 Jul 2011 03:40:29 GMT</pubDate>
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<!--[endif]--></a>Captain Jack and his trusted mates are scouring the seven seas in search of
treasure—and new recruits! At The Pirates League, select a pirate style and
receive a makeover and training from the League's veteran pirates. Get a new
name, learn some swashbuckling maneuvers and, after taking the official Pirate
League Oath, be prepared to march in the Parade of Pirates in Adventureland.</p>
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<p>Begin your piratical transformation when you receive your Official Pirate
Name as recorded from the leather-bound captain's log. Next, stop by the Muster
Station and leave your old self behind as the Pirate Masters perform a
marauder's makeover. Hear the ways of the scurvy sea dogs as they apply yer
buccaneer beard, scars, earrings and eye patches. Or even be ye a boney pirate
and wear your skeleton on yer skin!</p>
<p>Once you have fully transformed, enter the Secret Room where your Pirate
Portrait is taken for posterity and the Pirate Masters reveal their hidden
treasure.</p>
<p><strong>Choose a Package</strong></p>
<p>The Pirates League offers 2 packages to choose from at $29.95 plus tax - <strong>"The
First Mate" or "Empress"</strong>. All packages include: </p>
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<li class="MsoNormal">Choice of facial effect (5 to
choose from)</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Reversible bandana</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Earring and Eye Patch</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Sword and Sheath</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Temporary Tattoo</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Unique Pirate Coin Necklace </li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Personalized Pirate Oath</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Official Pirate Name</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Removable Teeth*</li>
<li class="MsoNormal">Participation in a daily
Adventureland Pirate Parade</li>
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<p>* Empress package does not come with removable teeth but does come with
vibrant and bold makeup, plus nail polish and face gem!</p>
<p>Costumes, headwear, and imaging sold separately and are available at the
location</p>
<p><strong>Make Your Reservations</strong></p>
<p>The Pirates League is accepting reservations when you call (407) WDW-CREW
(939-2739). Theme park admission required. Open 7 days a week from 9:00 a.m. to
4:00 p.m. The last reservations will be taken at 3:30pm. Costume selection and
sizing may vary. No discounts apply unless otherwise noted. Guests must be at
least 3 years of age. Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made up
to 180 days prior to arrival. A valid accepted credit card number is required
at time of booking. A $10 cancellation fee will be applied to such credit card
for all no-shows or if reservation is cancelled within 24 hours of experience.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at least 18 years of age or older
during the entire experience. Subject to restrictions. All prices, package
components and information are subject to change without notice. Pirate
Parade-weather permitting. </p>
<p>Join the crew—it's a pirate's life for you!</p>
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<category>2011 Disney Parks</category>
<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 01:55:24 GMT</pubDate>
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<p style="margin-top: 0in; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/tours-and-experiences/bibbidi-bobbidi-boutique">Bibbidi
Bobbidi Boutique</a></span></strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">
– The ultimate Royal makeover awaits your special Princess in Cinderella’s
Castle in the Magic Kingdom or the World of Disney Store in Downtown Disney.
Watch as your little girl magically transforms into a Disney Princess with the
help of her own Fairy Godmother. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Girls must be at least 3
years old, have clean, untangled hair, clean nails and bring their own hair
brush. They can choose from three hair styles: Fairytale Princess, Disney Diva or
Pop Princess. There are three salon packages to choose from:</span><span style="color: #333333;"></span></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Coach Package</span></strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"> includes hairstyling and
shimmering makeup, starting at $49.95</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Crown Package</span></strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"> includes hairstyling,
shimmering makeup and nails, starting at $54.95 </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Castle Package</span></strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"> includes the Crown Package
plus the Imaging Package (one 6" x 8" and four 4" x 6"
photos in a princess-themed photo holder) and complete costume of your choice
with accessories, starting at $189.95.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-weight: normal;">(Note that many families bring a costume from home
and just purchase the Coach or Crown package, as this is much less expensive.)</span></strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-weight: normal;">A Knight Package is available for boys ages 3 or
older</span></strong><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"> </span></strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">and includes hair styling as well as a dragon slaying
sword and shield for $14.95</span>.</p>
<p style="margin-top: 0in; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is extremely popular and
reservations are strongly advised. Call (407) WDW-STYLE (939-7895) up to 180
days in advance for reservations and details. (Prices subject to change.)</span></p>
<p>Agent Alice's little princess Lily is four years old and loved every minute of her special day at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. </p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/BBB/BBB6.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/BBB/BBB11.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/BBB/BBB9.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
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<p>From Agent Alice - Lily wanted the Diva hairstyle, but it only came with the 2 "jeweled" bobby pins
as pictured.  She wanted the tiara that came with the Fairytale Princess
hairstyle, and they did allow us to add that tiara for an extra
$10.95.<br /><br />For the Diva hairstyle, she got to choose the color of the hair
extensions.  She chose pink (of course!) but there were also blonde and a few
different brown shades to choose from.<br /><br />Lily got the crown package, which
was $5 more than the coach package.  Her nail polish was included in this extra $5.   I expected that she could choose a nail color, but instead, a 2nd "fairy
godmother"  came by and very quickly gave her one coat of a clear polish with
some sparkles in it. <br /><br />They also let her keep her makeup kit that
had the eye and lip colors and also the extra facial "jewels" that they adhered to
her cheeks.</p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/bibbidi-bobbidi-boutique-princess-lilys-day</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 01:20:45 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p>Agent Sydney's daughters Ashley and Sydney shared a special moment getting a royal make-over at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. The memories will last forever!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/BBB/ashleysydney1.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="216" /></p>
<h2>Ashley<br /></h2>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/BBB/ashley1.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="216" /></p>
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<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/BBB/ashley3.jpg" alt="" width="216" height="325" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/BBB/ashley7.jpg" alt="" width="232" height="325" /></p>
<h2>Sydney<br /></h2>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/ashley-and-sydney-at-bibbidi-bobbidi-boutique</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 01:06:39 GMT</pubDate>
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<p style="margin-top: 0in; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><a href="http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/05/harmony-barber-shop-at-walt-disney-world-resort"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/BarberShop/BarberShop3.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Harmony Barber Shop</span></a> </span></strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">– When you are in the Magic Kingdom,
just look for the red and white striped Barber Pole on Main Street and you will
find an authentic Victorian barber shop complete with old fashioned barber
chairs and décor. If you’re lucky the Dapper Dans, a barbershop quartet, will
stop by to harmonize while you are there.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top: 0in; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">For less than $20, you can get a haircut, beard or moustache
trim. If you want an eye-catching Disney-do, a colorful not-so-hidden Mickey
can be applied to your hair with gel and glitter for $5.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top: 0in; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">A child’s first haircut can become a magical memory at the
Harmony Barber Shop. For just $20, this special milestone can be commemorated
with a cute certificate and Mickey Ears stitched with “First Haircut.†They
even wrap up your child’s locks of hair along with some pixie dust for
posterity.</span></p>
<p style="margin-top: 0in; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">You can book a haircut up to 180 days in advance by calling
(407) WDW-DINE - ask for the Harmony Barber Shop. They are open seven days a
week and walk-ins are accepted as time permits. The least busy times are early
in the day or during the parade. (Prices subject to change.)</span></p>
<p style="margin-top: 0in; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Here are some pictures from three vacations of Agent Dagny's son Zachary getting a cool Disney-Do at the Harmony Barber Shop.<br /></span></p>
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<description><p>Agent Jodie's daughter, Sarah had the royal treatment at the Bibiddi Bobiddi Boutique in the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. She felt like a princess and will never forget how special she felt that day. </p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JodieBBB/BBB-Before.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p>Sarah is ready to become a Princess</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JodieBBB/BBB.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JodieBBB/BBB2.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JodieBBB/BBB1.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p>What a beautiful princess!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JodieBBB/BBB4.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p>Sarah is ready to dine at Cinderella's Royal Table in the Castle!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JodieBBB/BBB-After.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p>Sarah is ready for her close up!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JodieBBB/BBB3.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
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<p>The 2012 <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>® Resort, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>® Resort and Aulani, a Disney Resort
&amp; Spa, vacation packages are now available to book. Featuring magical
elements for families, the packages are valid for arrivals beginning January
2012. </p>
<p>Here are some 2012 updates: </p>
<p class="h1-dta"><strong><span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span> Resort</strong> </p>
<p>At the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span> Resort in
Florida, each 2012 <span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Your Way</span>* Package
from <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Travel Company</span> come with
"Magical Extras" benefits that will help you to explore Disney beyond the Theme
Parks. </p>
<p>"Magical Extras" include an array of activities like a15% discount on most
spa services of 50 minutes or greater at many Niki Bryan Spa locations
throughout the Resort, discounts giving guests 15% off the regular price of any
boat rental and 15% off the regular price of select Guided Bass Fishing
Excursions at participating <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney
World</span> marina locations, and a 15% discount on the regular hourly rate at
a Children's Activity Center at a select <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt
Disney World</span> Resort hotel. </p>
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Travel Company</span> vacation
packages also may include a dining plan. <span class="nomenclature-dta">The Magic
Your Way Package plus Dining</span> allows you to experience a wide
variety of select restaurants, connect with the family at a Table-service
restaurant, dine with Disney characters, take in a dinner show and now includes
a refillable drink mug. Detailed dining plan brochures are available on
disneytravelagents.com. </p>
<p class="h1-dta"><strong><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Resort</strong> </p>
<p>At the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>® Resort in California,
every <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Travel Company</span> vacation
package includes the chance to interact with some Disney Characters in <span class="nomenclature-dta">Mickey's Toontown Morning Madness</span>** one hour
before <span class="nomenclature-dta">Mickey's Toontown</span> opens to the
general public. </p>
<p>All 3-day or longer <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Travel
Company</span> vacation packages include a souvenir <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Resort <span class="nomenclature-dta">Park Hopper</span>® ticket which is for admission to both
Theme Parks and preferred seating*** at select attractions in <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney California Adventure</span>â„¢ Park. Included in
this ticket is one Magic Morning†admission in <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>® Park before the Park opens to the
public! </p>
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Travel Company</span> vacation
packages also include an exclusive collectible pin, lanyard and luggage tag for
each member of the family, as well as a "Welcome" phone call from a Disney
Character‡. </p>
<p>There are lots of great reasons to visit in 2012, including exciting new
additions to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney California Adventure</span>
Park, such as Cars Land. All around you, the sights and sounds of Radiator
Springs bring the hit Disney·Pixar Cars movies to life – with 12 acres of
supercharged entertainment and attractions to get your motor running! </p>
<p>The <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Resort vacation package
provides the magic of Disney from check-in to check-out at one of three Hotels
of the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Resort: <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Paradise Pier</span>® Hotel, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>® Hotel or <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Grand Californian</span> Hotel® &amp; Spa. </p>
<p class="h1-dta"><strong>Aulani, A Disney Resort &amp; Spa, Ko Olina, Hawai'i </strong></p>
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Travel Company</span> 2012 packages
to Aulani, a Disney Resort &amp; Spa, are also now available to book.
Information about room pricing, ground transportation, travel insurance and air
options is available, and dining and select spa service reservations can be
booked. </p>
<p>Aulani, which opens on Aug. 29, 2011, offers you a new way to
vacation in Hawai'i, complete with luxurious accommodations in an idyllic ocean
setting. </p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">*The number of rooms made available for the Magic Your
Way package may be limited. Marina and Guided Bass Fishing discounts not valid
all dates, one voucher per room. Age restrictions apply to all Magical Extras.
</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">**To enter Mickey's Toontown Morning Madness, each Guest
must have a valid Disneyland® Resort souvenir ticket and one Mickey's Toontown
Morning Madness voucher from the Walt Disney Travel Company. Entitlement
available for one morning throughout the length of your ticket on Monday,
Wednesday, Friday or Saturday. Days and times of operation and all other
elements including, but not limited to, operation of attractions, entertainment,
stores and restaurants, and appearance of Characters may vary and are subject to
change without notice. Subject to capacity and other restrictions. </p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">***Preferred Seating and viewing capacity is limited and
subject to availability. Valid only during dates of vacation package. Show times
vary. </p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">†Magic Morning admission allows admission into select
attractions in Disneyland® Park before the Park opens to the general public on
Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday. Each Guest must have a valid 3-Day or
greater Disneyland® Resort souvenir ticket from the Walt Disney Travel Company.
To enhance the Magic Morning experience, it is strongly recommended that Guests
arrive at least 1 hour and 15 minutes prior to Park opening. Magic Morning
admission is based on availability and does not operate daily. Applicable, days
and times of operation and all other elements including, but not limited to,
operations of attractions, entertainment, stores and restaurants, and
appearances of Characters may vary and are subject to change without notice.
Subject to capacity and other restrictions. </p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">‡ Disney Character Call is not
available for Guests in Quebec, Canada. </p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">Contact<a target="_blank"> www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote from an <a href="/small-world-vacations" target="_blank">Authorized Disney Vacation Planner</a>.</p>
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<title>2012 Walt Disney World Packages Released and More!</title>
<description><p><a target="_blank">Small World Vacations</a> and <a href="http://www.mousesavers.com" target="_blank">MouseSavers.com</a> were very busy this weekend gathering new information for 2012. Disney raised theme park passes, released the 2012 room rates and packages, increased the cost of travel insurance on Walt Disney World (now $69.95 per adult) and Disneyland vacation packages (now $62.95 per adult), extended Military discounts into 2012 at Walt Disney World and rolled out some new room categories at their Walt Disney World resorts. Disney is accepting 2012 reservations 499 days prior to arrival at your Walt Disney World resort.</p>
<p>Here are links to the 2012 Walt Disney World Magic Your Way Packages:</p>
<div>Quick Service (one snack per person per night):
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<div><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2012QuickService.pdf" href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2012QuickService.pdf">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2012QuickService.pdf</a></div>
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<div>Regular Dining (now includes a refillable mug):</div>
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<div><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2012Dining.pdf" href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2012Dining.pdf">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2012Dining.pdf</a></div>
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<div>Deluxe Dining<br /></div>
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<div><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2012DeluxeDining.pdf" href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2012DeluxeDining.pdf">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2012DeluxeDining.pdf</a></div>
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<div>Premium Plan</div>
<div><br /></div>
<div><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2012Premium.pdf" href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2012Premium.pdf">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2012Premium.pdf</a></div>
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<div>Platinum Plan</div>
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<div><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2012Platinum.pdf" href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2012Platinum.pdf">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2012Platinum.pdf</a></div>
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<div>More news about 2012:</div>
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<div>2012 Price to upgrade from Walt Disney World Magic Your Way Vacation Package to one of the Disney Dining Plans:</div>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>January 1 – February 15 , February 26 - March 8, April 15 to May
30, August 5 to December 20</strong></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Quick Service Plan –
$34.99 per adult per night  / $11.99 per child age 3 - 9 per night<br /></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Basic Dining Plan -
$51.54 per adult per night  / $15.02 per child age 3 - 9 per night<br /></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Deluxe Dining Plan -
$85.52 per adult per night / $23.79 per child age 3 - 9 per night<br /></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Seasonal Dates other than listed above<br /></span></span></strong></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Quick Service Plan –
$34.99 per adult per night  / $11.99 per child age 3 - 9 per night</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Basic Dining Plan -
$53.54 per adult per night / $16.02 per child age 3 - 9 per night<br /></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Deluxe Dining Plan -
$89.52 per adult per night / $25.79 per child age 3 - 9 per night.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Children under age three are not enititled to the features of the dining plan and do not require a theme park pass for entrance into the Disney parks.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>The Wine and Dine Plan has been discontinued in 2012.<br /></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>~~~~~~~~~~~~~</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Small World Vacations and MouseSavers are compiling the 2012 nightly room rates for Walt Disney World resort. As soon as we are finished, they will be published on www.mousesavers.com  In
addition to the regular room categories, there are also new room categories at
some resorts:</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Pop Century has
a Preferred Pool</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Port Orleans Riverside has
</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-indent: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Garden
View</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Royal
Guest Room Standard View</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Royal
Guest Room Garden View</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Royal
Guest Room Water View</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Royal
Guest Room River View – but it says Standard on the site and I’m sure it’s
supposed to be River</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Port Orleand French Quarter
has</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>           
Garden View</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>Animal Kingdom Villas-Jambo
has            </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>           
1-Bedroom Villa Club Level</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>BoardWalk Villas –
2-Bedroom Lock-Off Villa</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>ART OF
ANNIMATION is not bookable yet but will have<br /></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>           
Finding Nemo Family Suite<br /></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span>           
Family Suite <br /></span></span></p>
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<div><br /></div>
<div>Contact<a target="_blank"> www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote from an <a href="/small-world-vacations" target="_blank">Authorized Disney Vacation Planner</a>.<br /></div>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jun 2011 20:43:01 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>New Dining at the Disneyland Hotel</title>
<description><p> Two new dining locations have opened as part of the ongoing <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>®
Hotel renovation. The tiki-inspired design and storyline for Tangaroa
Terrace—Casual Island Dining and Trader Sam's—Enchanted Tiki Bar tie in
with the mid-century modern architecture of the hotel and the adjacent
Adventure Tower.
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Inspired by the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventureland</span>® areas from Disney Parks worldwide and the nostalgic Tahitian Terrace restaurant, located in <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>
Park from 1962-1993, Tangaroa Terrace—Casual Island Dining will immerse
visitors in a tropical setting with tiki torches and themed music. The
name of the restaurant was borrowed from one of the tiki gods at Walt
Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room. The fast-casual dining experience will
feature a tropical setting complete with tiki torches and island music
setting the stage for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can start the
day with signature breakfast items such as French toast with bacon and
warm banana-caramel sauce, or grilled cinnamon-spice oatmeal with island
fruit.
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<p>
For lunch and dinner, Tangaroa Terrace will offer a 1/3-pound
Angus Hawaiian cheeseburger with teriyaki sauce, bacon, grilled
pineapple, Havarti, tomato and lettuce burger on a multi-grain bun. For
the health-conscious, the Asian chicken salad features greens (lettuce,
cabbage, carrots, sweet peppers and cucumbers) with chicken breast,
cashews and rice noodles in a sesame vinaigrette. The Kalua-pork
flatbread will be topped with pulled pork, barbecue sauce, red onion and
fresh cilantro.</p>
<p>
Every evening, a different "Island Plate Dinner" will be on the
menu. You can enjoy miso-crusted salmon, tamarind-glazed pork shanks
or panko-crusted chicken, each served with jasmine rice, panko-crusted
long beans and green papaya slaw.
</p>
<p>
If you are in a hurry, a "Grab 'n Go" selection includes yogurt
parfait, a tropical fruit plate, house-made pastries, sandwiches, veggie
with dips, a sweet potato cake with guava cream cheese icing,
pineapple-lilikoi pie, and "Trader Sam's Dessert Flight" with pineapple
upside-down cake, layered passion fruit with pineapple-coconut crème and
chocolate coffee cake.
</p>
<p>
Trader Sam's—Enchanted Tiki Bar is adjacent to Tangaroa Terrace,
and it's named after the infamous Jungle Cruise "head" salesman. Trader
Sam's unique lounge experience will include interactive experiences with
a bit of Disney magic your Clients won't want to miss!
</p>
<p>
Trader Sam's will offer substantial "bar food" with options like
sweet-and-spicy Asian wings, chicken lettuce wraps, and ahi poke
(sushi-grade tuna). But it's the vintage island cocktails in kitschy
glassware that will draw the most attention - drinks with names like
Krakatoa Punch, Uh Oa! and HippopotoMai Tai.
</p>
<p>
These new locations are in addition to a newly expanded pool area
that features a Monorail waterslide, a 4' D-Ticket pool, rentable
cabanas, the Minnie Mouse spa and an immersive water play area, which
are now open. New in-room décor and exterior of the hotel, as well as
the redesigned Never Land Pool are scheduled for completion this year.</p>
<p>Contact <a target="_blank">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote from an<a href="/small-world-vacations" target="_blank"> Authorized Disney Vacation Planner</a> for your Disneyland vacation.</p>
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<description><p>Where did the time go? Our Alaskan Disney Cruise was the trip of a lifetime and filled with memories to be cherished forever. I never dreamed that I would travel by train to the top of snow capped mountains, go whale watching, walk along the shores of a lake created by a glacier, eat fresh grilled salmon next to a waterfall or hike in an Alaskan rainforest. I am so grateful I had the opportunity to share this with Tom.</p>
<p>Our last day was spent at Sea as we traveled back to Vancouver. As we sailed along the coast we could see dense forests and tiny clusters of remote homes. <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska7Sea/treeshore.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
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<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska7Sea/mountainswater.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
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<p>We decided to spend our last day on the Disney Wonder relaxing and packing. We had time to spare so we decided to try High Tea at Palo. It was more casual than I expected and was happy for that. Here are some pictures</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska7Sea/teapot.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska7Sea/jellybiscuit.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska7Sea/mickeydessert.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska7Sea/pastries.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p>We can't get enough of Palo so, our last meal onboard was spent on Deck 10.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska7Sea/tomhristo.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Tom and our favorite Bulgarian server, Hristo</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska7Sea/paloappetizer.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Calamari, shrimp and mushroom risotto</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska7Sea/paloappetizer2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Tomato and mozzarella</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska7Sea/risotto.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Safron risotto with shrimp</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska7Sea/tommeal.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Scallops</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska7Sea/chocsouffle.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Chocolate Lava </p>
<p>During our meal, Mother Nature painted the most amazing sunset for our farewell to the Great White North.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska7Sea/sunset4.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="271" /></p>
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<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska7Sea/sunset5.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska7Sea/sunset1.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Contact <a target="_blank">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote from an <a href="/small-world-vacations" target="_blank">Authorized Disney Vacation Planner</a>.</p>
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<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/pacific-northwest-and-disney-cruise-adventure" target="_blank">Pacific Northwest and Disney Cruise</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-one-disney-wonder-alaskan-cruise" target="_blank">Day One - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-two-at-sea-on-the-disney-wonder-in-alaska" target="_blank">Day Two - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Day at Sea</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-three-tracy-arm" target="_blank">Day Three - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Tracy Arm</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-four-disney-cruise-in-skagway" target="_blank">Day Four - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Skagway</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-five-disney-wonder-in-juneau" target="_blank">Day Five - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Juneau</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/disney-cruise-day-six-ketchikian" target="_blank">Day Six - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Ketchikan</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-seven-day-at-sea" target="_blank">Day Seven - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Final Day at Sea</a></p></description>
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<p>You will soon be able to experience the enchantment of the "Royal Guest Rooms" at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Port Orleans</span> Resort or the relaxation of the Health and Wellness Suites at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Contemporary</span> Resort.</p>
<p>Building on the popularity of the Family Suites at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's All-Star Music</span> Resort and the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Pirates of the Caribbean</span>-themed Storybook Rooms at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Caribbean Beach</span>
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<p>The "Royal Guest Rooms" at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Port Orleans</span>
Resort – Riverside will allow Guests to discover special mementos left
by Princess Tiana's royal friends from classic Disney animated films,
including bathroom faucets in the shape of Aladdin's lamp. The rooms
also feature ornately decorated beds with fiber-optic special effects in
the headboards. More than 500 "Royal Guest Rooms" will open in early
2012.</p>
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Resort will open more than 20 Health and Wellness Suites will open on
the 14th floor in November 2011. These newly refurbished suites will
feature environmentally-friendly design elements, relaxing scents and
breathtaking scenery. Guests can enjoy fresh and organic foods from the
concierge lounge and private dining food and beverage menu, as well as
customized spa, fitness and nutrition treatments. The suites will also
include cardio-fitness equipment allowing Guests to exercise in the
comfort of their own room.</p>
<p>Booking for these new offerings will begin in mid-summer 2011. </p>
<p>Contact <a target="_blank">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote from an <a href="/small-world-vacations" target="_blank">Authorized Disney Vacation Planner.</a></p>
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<title>Day Six -Disney Cruise in Ketchikian</title>
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<p>From our Disney Cruise Personal Navigator:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.city.ketchikan.ak.us/" target="_blank">Ketchikan</a>, Alaska's 1st City, was originally established as a fishing camp back in 1883, when a salmon saltery was built by a man named Snow. The city became an important mining supply center following the discovery of gold and copper in the region. To support the growth of the city, the logging industry began to flourish. Ketchikan Spruce Mills started operation in 1903 and the city became the hub for logging activities and supplies. The mill operated for over 70 years. Today, the economy is based on tourism and fishing and the city is known as the "Salmon Capital of the World". Ketchikan is located in Southeast Alaska on Revillagigedo Island along the Tongass Narrows, at the foot of 3,000-foot Deer Mountain. Ketchikan is only accessible by boat or plane.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/ketchikansign2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
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<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/oneroadketchikan.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Another beautiful day in Alaska! Ketchikan was my favorite port. The town had a variety of gift shops, jewelry stores and restaurants. It felt more like a homey place to live than Skagway or Juneau. The weather was unseasonably sunny and warm.</p>
<p>Our day started with a <a href="http://disneycruise.disney.go.com/cruises-destinations/shore-excursions/ketchikan-alaska/rainforest-wildlife-sanctuary-raptor-center-and-totems/" target="_blank">Shore Excursion to a Rain Forest Wildlife Sanctuary, Raptor Center and Totem Poles.</a></p>
<p>We met in Wavebands for our motorcoach ride to Herring Cove, home of the <a href="http://www.alaskarainforest.com/" target="_blank">Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary</a>. It was a pleasant trip with a very informative and entertaining driver. We learned that in order to be considered a rainforest, the location must get at least 100 inches of rain each year. We were glad we packed waterproof hiking boots.</p>
<p>Here are some pictures of our Rainforest trek.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/rainforest2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/mosslogs.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/quagmire.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Skunk cabbage with distinctive yellow flowers, a natural delicacy favored by bears just waking up from hibernation.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/skunkcabbage.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="236" /></p>
<p>Wild Blueberries, another bear treat.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/wildblueberries.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="236" /></p>
<p>The black area is a bear path.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/bearpath.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/bearhollow.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p>A hollow tree and possible bear den.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/hollowtree.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Evidence that bears were using this tree to sharpen their claws.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/bearscratches.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Deep in the rain forest, the sun seems so far away.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/talltrees.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p>A tree that grew up crooked and tall.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/rightangletree.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/rainforest.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Trees covered with moss due to lots and lots of rain.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/lotsofmoss.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/eagle.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>An majestic eagle watches the stream for his lunch.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/brook.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>The salmon hatchery is located close to the stream that will be filled with salmon by summer.</p>
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<p>An abandoned, damaged row boat covered with moss.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/mosscoveredboat.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Historic Fleenor Sawmill</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/sawmill.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>A resident owl in the raptor center.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/owl.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p><a href="http://www.uaf.edu/apache/museum/journeys/multimedia/hewson001.html" target="_blank"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/carver.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.uaf.edu/apache/museum/journeys/multimedia/hewson001.html" target="_blank">Wayne Hewson, totem pole carver</a> at work. His masterpieces are shown below.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/totems.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>After some free time to shop or get a snack, our driver brought us back to the Disney Wonder. </p>
<p>Tom and I walked to a few stores near the port. I found a cool collectibles store within walking distance of the ship
with lots of interesting vintage pieces and antiques. It is green and located next to the white church in this picture. it was such a gorgeous day, Tom sat
outside and got a tan while I shopped and shopped and shopped.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/ketchikan.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Thank goodness we got back onboard early. Below is a picture of the line to embark at around 7pm. Our departure from Ketchikan was 7:30pm.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/waitingtoboard.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Goodbye Ketchikan.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/ketchikan3.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/ketchikan5.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>The sun sets as we leave land for our journey back to Vancouver.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska6Ketchikan/ketchikansunset.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>If Alaska is not on your bucket list, it should be. It will change your life.</p>
<p>Contact <a target="_blank">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote on a Disney Cruise.</p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/pacific-northwest-and-disney-cruise-adventure" target="_blank">Pacific Northwest and Disney Cruise</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-one-disney-wonder-alaskan-cruise" target="_blank">Day One - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-two-at-sea-on-the-disney-wonder-in-alaska" target="_blank">Day Two - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Day at Sea</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-three-tracy-arm" target="_blank">Day Three - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Tracy Arm</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-four-disney-cruise-in-skagway" target="_blank">Day Four - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Skagway</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-five-disney-wonder-in-juneau" target="_blank">Day Five - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Juneau</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/disney-cruise-day-six-ketchikian" target="_blank">Day Six - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Ketchikan</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-seven-day-at-sea" target="_blank">Day Seven - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Final Day at Sea</a></p></description>
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<description><p>We woke up in <a href="http://www.juneau.org/" target="_blank">Juneau</a> and were thrilled that it was another beautiful day. No rain. No clouds. And warm!</p>
<p>Our Personal Navigator described the state capital as follows: "Originally, Juneau was a fishing outpost for local Tlingit Indians until gold was discovered by Chief Kowee of the Auk Tlingit Tribe in a creek off the Gastineau Channel. The Chief provided gold ore samples to the George Pilz in return for blankets and work for his tribe and agreed to lead prospectors Richard Harris and Joseph Juneau to the find." </p>
<p>We saw these individuals in native garb at a festival along the water in Juneau.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/natives.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>More from our Navigator: "The City of Juneau is located on the Inside Passage of Southern Alaska's panhandle and is located in a rain forest. Downtown Juneau is nestled at the base of Mount Juneau that soars at almost 4,000 ft. The largest capital in the United States (by land size), Juneau is 3,248 square miles. Alaska is the only state whose capital city is accessible only via ship or air. No roads connect Juneau to the rest of the state."</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/floatplane.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>A flightplane, one of the only ways to get to Juneau.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/juneaufromship.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/juneau2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/juneaucity.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>We started our day bright and early and met for our adult-only shore excursion, <a href="http://disneycruise.disney.go.com/cruises-destinations/shore-excursions/juneau-alaska/whale-watching-salmon-bake-and-mendenhall-glacier-adult-only/" target="_self">Whale Watching, Salmon Bake and Mendenhall Glacier </a>at 7:45am in the Walt Disney Theater.  It was going to be a day filled with excitement and exploration.</p>
<p>We boarded a bus that drove us to a marina to board our vessel and hit the open water in search of whales!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/redboat.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>The boat was comfortable and provided lots of viewing opportunities including front and back outdoor platforms. There was a naturalist onboard who was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions during our 2-hour expedition in Auke Bay Harbor.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/water.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Fast on the whale trail!</p>
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<p>A humpback whale and its spray! We were much closer than this picture seems.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/whalespray.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Another, even bigger whale. Check out the mountains in the background, so beautiful!<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/bigwhale.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Up close and personal with some sealions as they catch some rays on a buoy.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/sealions.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Our next stop was the <a href="http://www.fs.fed.us/r10/tongass/districts/mendenhall/index.shtml" target="_blank">Mendenhall Glacier</a>, a crystal blue wall of ice. We were free to walk the grounds and explore the Visitors Center.  The sky and the water were so blue, they seemed to merge into one. Floating icebergs dotted the lake and <a href="http://www.arctictern.info/" target="_blank">artic terns</a> flew somersaults overhead. Planet Earth at its best!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/mendenhall.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/mendenhall2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>By this time we were hungry and welcomed our next stop, a Salmon Bake in the woods next to an idyllic creek where salmon spawn in summer.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/stream.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>The aroma of fresh salmon grilling in the open air was intoxicating. Our feast also included Cheechako Chicken, Chillkoot Baked Beans, Tongass Wild-Rice Pilaf, White Pass Pasta and Blueberry Cobbler for dessert. It was a help-yourself buffet with fresh ingredients and delicious flavors. A perfect ending to a perfect day!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/salmonbake.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>We were treated to live entertainment while we ate.</p>
<p>After lunch, we strolled over to see the Salmon Creek Water Fall, a natural beauty.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/waterfall.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Next to the waterfall were the remains of the Wagner Mine. It was boarded up and pretty spooky.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/abandonedmine.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/spooky.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Before we boarded our shuttle bus back to the Disney Wonder, we stopped to say hello to Mac, Gold Creek Salmon Bakes resident malamute, Mac.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1alaska5Juneau/dog.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="377" /></p>
<p>Contact <a target="_blank">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a quote on your Disney Cruise.</p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/pacific-northwest-and-disney-cruise-adventure" target="_blank">Pacific Northwest and Disney Cruise</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-one-disney-wonder-alaskan-cruise" target="_blank">Day One - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-two-at-sea-on-the-disney-wonder-in-alaska" target="_blank">Day Two - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Day at Sea</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-three-tracy-arm" target="_blank">Day Three - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Tracy Arm</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-four-disney-cruise-in-skagway" target="_blank">Day Four - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Skagway</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-five-disney-wonder-in-juneau" target="_blank">Day Five - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Juneau</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/disney-cruise-day-six-ketchikian" target="_blank">Day Six - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Ketchikan</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-seven-day-at-sea" target="_blank">Day Seven - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Final Day at Sea</a></p></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:19:55 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Day Four - Disney Cruise in Skagway</title>
<description><p>The Disney Wonder arrives in <a href="http://www.skagway.org/" target="_blank">Skagway</a>, Alaska.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/wondermountainsskagway.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>And the weather was unseasonably warm and clear.</p>
<p>Our Personal Navigator welcomed us to Skagway with this info: "Skagway is lcoated
at the northernmost point on the Inside Passage in Southeast Alaska.
Directly behind the town are majestic peaks of the Coast Mountains. The
area around present-day Skagway was once inhabited by Tlingit Indians.
"Skagua" was the Tlingit name and means "place where the north winds
blows". Today, Skagway still retains the feel of those Gold Rush days.
The historic downtown has largely been restored to its roots, complete
with false-fronted buildings and wooden sidewalks. The population of
Skagway is approximately 862 residents. Many of the local residents
appear in their shops wearing turn-of-the-century costumes. The city
primarily relies on tourism with over 700,000 tourists visiting the city
each year.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/skagway.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>There is no way to get lost in Skagway. This is a view of the town from our stateroom</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/skagwaydriftwoodhouse.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="323" /></p>
<p>The Artic Brotherhood Lodge dates back to 1899. It currently houses the Skagway Visitors Bureau but was once a fraternal hall. At the turn of the century, the members gathered 8800 pieces of driftwood that adorn the storefront of this example of Victorian Rustic Architecture. It is one of the most photographed locations in the state.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/redonionsaloon.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="199" /></p>
<p>Built in 1897, the Red Onion Saloon has a checkered past and is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Expect a lively crowd and a casual menu including soup, salads, sandwiches and pizza.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/skagwayhouse.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p>Frozen in Time? Feels like Gold Rush days.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/skagwaybar.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Tom and I were anxious to get off the ship for our Disney Cruise port adventure, "Klondike Gold Dredge
and White Pass Railway". (Passport was required since we crossed the
border into Canada.) A bus transported us to the train station not far from the port. We were lucky to be in the last car on the train and had an unobstructed view from the outside platform.</p>
<p>Here are some pix from our journey aboard a vintage rail car during a 90-minute trip along the historic White Pass &amp; Yukon Route that crosses the US border at the 141st Meridian into Canada. It climbs through 3 climatic zones up to an elevation of 2,865 ft at the Summit. The "Railway Built of Gold", cuts through treacherous landscape and cost $10 million to complete in 1900. Thousands of prospectors traveled along these tracks in hopes of striking GOLD!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/trainnearmountain.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/stream.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/mountainrange.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/mountaintrain.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/mountainwaterfall.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
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<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/waterfallice.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/abandonedtressel.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="245" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/tunnelout.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/tracksinthesnow.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/snoweverywhere.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Not a footprint to be seen.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/canadausaborder.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="235" /><br />USA Canadian Border</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/mountainsnow.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/topoftheworld.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>The air was so crisp and clean at the Summit. Made you feel glad to be alive!</p>
<p>After a very exhilarating train ride, our bus driver met us and drove us down the mountain to the<a href="http://www.klondikegolddredge.com" target="_blank"> Klondike Gold Fields</a>. We were greeted by a friendly cast of costumed characters from the Gold Rush Era who demonstrated the art of gold panning. What a thrill to see shiny gold flakes in our pan! </p>
<p>Here are some pix from our afternoon of Yukon Gold:</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/pantables.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Panning Tables</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/pan.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Pan before we struck gold. The gold is heavy and migrates to the bottom. Pick up the flakes with a dry finger and place them in the container provided. Head over to the gift shop with your bounty.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/giftshopguy.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/weighgold.jpg" alt="" width="274" height="325" /></p>
<p>A gentleman in a top hat will weigh your gold and let you know how much it is worth.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/golddredge.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Gold Dredge Tour Facilities</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska4Skagway/wonderinskagway.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>We had time to walk along Broadway in Skagway before heading back to the Wonder. What a great day!</p>
<p>Contact <a>www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a quote on your Disney Cruise.</p>
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<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-one-disney-wonder-alaskan-cruise" target="_blank">Day One - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-two-at-sea-on-the-disney-wonder-in-alaska" target="_blank">Day Two - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Day at Sea</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-three-tracy-arm" target="_blank">Day Three - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Tracy Arm</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-four-disney-cruise-in-skagway" target="_blank">Day Four - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Skagway</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-five-disney-wonder-in-juneau" target="_blank">Day Five - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Juneau</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/disney-cruise-day-six-ketchikian" target="_blank">Day Six - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Ketchikan</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-seven-day-at-sea" target="_blank">Day Seven - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Final Day at Sea</a></p></description>
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<category>Disney Cruise</category>
<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2011 02:39:51 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Day Three - Disney Cruise in Tracy Arm</title>
<description><p>Today we sailed through the Tracy Arm fjord and got as close as possible to the twin Sawyer Glaciers. It was an unbelievable experience which almost defies description. It was a serene moment as we slowly glided between towering mountains and floating icebergs. We might as well have been on another planet. Bring binoculars, a raincoat and gloves . The weather changes quickly here. Many people were viewing the amazing natural wonders from Deck 10. Don't forget your camera.</p>
<p>This is how it was described in our Personal Navigator: "Tracy Arm Fjord is located in the Inside Passage approximately 45 miles south of Juneu. Cruise ships wind their way through the fjord which is located in the Tongass National Forest. The surrounding mountains are approximately 7000 feet high and numerous waterfalls, created by melting snowcaps, can be seen along the route. The twin Sawyer Glaciers, North Sawyer and South Sawyer, are located at the end of the Tracy Arm. Wildlife is abundant and native animals include whales, sea lions, bald eagles, black bears and mountain goats. Due to microscopic sediment or glacial flour, the water appears glacial blue."</p>
<p>Here are some pictures from our journey through the Tracy Arm</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska3/smokestackmountain.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="258" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska3/soclose.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska3/waterfalliceberg.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska3/mountainclose.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska3/entrancetracyarm.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska3/icebergfield2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska3/islandglacier.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska3/icebergfield.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska3/polarbeariceberg.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska3/icebergtracyarm.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska3/icyiceberg.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska3/icebergcloseup.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska3/balancingicebergs.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1Alaska3/glaciercloseup.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
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<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/pacific-northwest-and-disney-cruise-adventure" target="_blank">Pacific Northwest and Disney Cruise</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-one-disney-wonder-alaskan-cruise" target="_blank">Day One - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-two-at-sea-on-the-disney-wonder-in-alaska" target="_blank">Day Two - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Day at Sea</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-three-tracy-arm" target="_blank">Day Three - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Tracy Arm</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-four-disney-cruise-in-skagway" target="_blank">Day Four - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Skagway</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-five-disney-wonder-in-juneau" target="_blank">Day Five - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Juneau</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/disney-cruise-day-six-ketchikian" target="_blank">Day Six - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Ketchikan</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-seven-day-at-sea" target="_blank">Day Seven - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Final Day at Sea</a></p></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2011 21:17:19 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Day Two - At Sea on the Disney Wonder in Alaska</title>
<description><p>Tom and I started our first full day on the Disney Wonder with a Champagne Brunch at Palo, the adult only eatery located on Deck 10. We booked this online well in advance of our sailing. It cost $20 per person plus gratuity... a big thanks to our excellent server, Hristo.</p>
<p>In the afternoon, we both visited the spa for separate treatments. I got a manicure and pedicure while Tom relaxed with a massage. Life is good!</p>
<p>Here are some pictures from our delicious feast. It makes me hungry just to look at them.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDay2/palofrontdesk.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDay2/breadsbrunch.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="240" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDay2/antipastabrunch.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="215" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDay2/seafoodbrunch.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="225" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDay2/seafoodbrunch2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="247" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDay2/shrimpbrunch.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="220" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDay2/maincoursebrunch.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDay2/dessertsbrunch.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="242" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDay2/pastriesbunch.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="224" /></p>
<p>Contact <a>www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote on your Disney Cruise.</p>
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<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-one-disney-wonder-alaskan-cruise" target="_blank">Day One - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-two-at-sea-on-the-disney-wonder-in-alaska" target="_blank">Day Two - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Day at Sea</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-three-tracy-arm" target="_blank">Day Three - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Tracy Arm</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-four-disney-cruise-in-skagway" target="_blank">Day Four - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Skagway</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-five-disney-wonder-in-juneau" target="_blank">Day Five - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Juneau</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/disney-cruise-day-six-ketchikian" target="_blank">Day Six - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Ketchikan</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-seven-day-at-sea" target="_blank">Day Seven - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Final Day at Sea</a></p></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2011 20:31:45 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Day One - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise</title>
<description><p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/hospitalitydesksign.jpg" alt="" width="147" height="325" /></p>
<p>Disney Cruise set up a hospitality desk on the second floor just above the lobby in Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel. The friendly Cast Members there explained that we needed to leave our luggage near the door inside our room by 10am on embarkment day. Disney would transport our bags to our stateroom and escort us and our carry-on bags by foot from the hotel to the cruise terminal.<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/dclinport2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Tom and I had some time to spend before meeting back with Disney at the hospitality desk at noon so, we walked over to Canada Place to see the Wonder. It looked beautiful!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/canadaplacehotel.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>It was just a short walk from the hotel to the Vancouver Cruise Terminal located next to the tall building at the end of this street.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/cruiseshipsign.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Getting close!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/followingdisney.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Tom and a Disney Castmember as we walk through the Vancouver Cruise Terminal.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/dclwelcomeport.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>This sign says it all!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/checkinginforcruise.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>We wait our turn to check-in with Disney Cruise. Have your passports and Cruise documents ready.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/waitingforsecurity.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>The line for security was long but it moved very quickly.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/lastminute.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Last minute convenience store located next to the security line. There was another kiosk selling binoculars.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/almostonboard.jpg" alt="" width="242" height="325" /></p>
<p>We made it through security and were greeted by a familiar face.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/welcomeaboard.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p>Turn left and the gangway is all that separates you from being announced as you board the Disney Wonder!</p>
<p>Here are some pictures of our one bedroom suite #8034. It was located on Deck 8 mid-ship not far from the elevators. It had an extra long verandah with three sliding glass doors. We loved it!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/livingroom.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/livingroom2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/table.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/bedsuite.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/bedroom.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/desk.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/desk2.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p>Goodbye Vancouver....</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/vancouverfromport.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/wideviewcity.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/underbridge.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/bridgetocity.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Off to the Great White North!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/mountainswaterday1.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/snowcappedmountain.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Sort of funny to see the familiar smoke stacks with snow capped mountains in the background instead of tropical islands!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/slidemountains.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
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<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/1AlaskaDayOne/donaldmountain.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Contact <a>www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote on a Disney Cruise.</p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/pacific-northwest-and-disney-cruise-adventure" target="_blank">Pacific Northwest and Disney Cruise</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-one-disney-wonder-alaskan-cruise" target="_blank">Day One - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-two-at-sea-on-the-disney-wonder-in-alaska" target="_blank">Day Two - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Day at Sea</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-three-tracy-arm" target="_blank">Day Three - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Tracy Arm</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-four-disney-cruise-in-skagway" target="_blank">Day Four - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Skagway</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-five-disney-wonder-in-juneau" target="_blank">Day Five - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Juneau</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/disney-cruise-day-six-ketchikian" target="_blank">Day Six - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Ketchikan</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-seven-day-at-sea" target="_blank">Day Seven - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Final Day at Sea</a></p></description>
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<category>Alaskan Disney Cruise</category>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2011 17:02:43 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Pacific Northwest and Disney Cruise Adventure</title>
<description><p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/canadianflag.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Vancouver, Canada is a friendly, laid back city flanked by the Pacific Ocean and the Coastal Mountain Range. I was impressed by its citizen's dedication to going green. The city was clean and environmentally conscious. Every meal was fresh and organic and delicious!</p>
<p>My husband Tom and I recently stayed in Vancouver for two nights at the <a href="http://www.fairmont.com/pacificrim" target="_blank">Fairmont Pacific Rim</a> as part of our Disney Cruise to Alaska. The hotel staff went out of their way to welcome us to this city with a positive vibe.  Everyone from the greeters at the door to the bellstaff to the lobby concierge were courteous and helpful. Our room was spacious and comfortable. I wholeheartedly recommend this hotel and would stay there again without question.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/pacificrimroom.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/pacificrimlobby.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Fairmont Pacific Rim Lobby. </p>
<p>We ate several times in <a href="ttp://www.fairmont.com/pacificrim/GuestServices/Restaurants/Giovane.htm?WBCMODE=wf0" target="_blank">Giovane</a>, a casual deli-bakery-cafe just off the lobby offering a variety of natural foods with a Pacific Northwest twist. We could charge our meals to the room which was really convenient.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.vancouverconventioncentre.com/" target="_blank"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/canadaplacehotel.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></a></p>
<p>The hotel location was ideal. Across the street is the <a href="http://www.vancouverconventioncentre.com/" target="_blank">Convention Center </a>and further down is Canada Place where you can catch the tour busses and trolleys and... the Disney Wonder!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.olympic.org/vancouver-2010-winter-olympics" target="_blank"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/olympictorch.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.olympic.org/vancouver-2010-winter-olympics" target="_blank">The 2010 Olympic Cauldron was practically across the street from our hotel. It only gets lit on special occasions now.</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.vancouverhistory.ca/archives_marine_building.htm" target="_blank"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/marinebuildingexterior.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/marinebuildinglobby.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="259" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.vancouverhistory.ca/archives_marine_building.htm" target="_blank">For Architecture buffs, the Marine Building is an Art Deco gem not far from the Pacific Rim hotel</a></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/floatplanes.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>We wish we had more time to take a flightseeing tour of the city and surrounding mountains. This dock was just around the corner from the Pacific Rim.<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/floatplane.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="214" /></p>
<p>It cracked us up to see a gas station in the middle of the water for the floatplanes.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/gasstationwater.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p><a href="http://www.tourismvancouver.com/visitors/" target="_blank"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/visitorscenter.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></a></p>
<p>The Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel was an add-on to our cruise reservations and it was conveniently located within walking distance of everything you might need or want. I suggest you make a stop at the <a href="http://www.tourismvancouver.com/visitors/" target="_blank">Vancouver Visitor's Bureau </a>located on Canada Place, just a two minute walk from the hotel before you explore the city.</p>
<p><a href="http://vancouverlookout.com/" target="_blank"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/vancouverskyline.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="339" /></a><br /> You can take a glass elevator to the observation center at the <a href="http://vancouverlookout.com/" target="_blank">Vancouver Lookout </a>Spaceneedle for a 360 view of the city and surrounding area.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/canadaplaceview.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Canada Place looking toward the city and toward the shopping!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.canadaplace.ca/" target="_blank"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/canadaplace.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="258" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.canadaplace.ca/" target="_blank"><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/canada.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Canada Place along the water. Just a short walk from our hotel.<br /></a><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/raindrop2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Across from our hotel was a cool urban sculpture of a blue raindrop. Next to this iconic symbol of the typical Vancouver weather was a comfortable <a href="http://www.mahonyandsons.com/" target="_blank">Irish-pub style Sportsbar/restaurant named Mahoney and Son's</a>. Tom and I enjoyed a great dinner here and got to share in the excitement as the Canucks moved on toward the Stanley Cup Finals.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.gastown.org/" target="_blank"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/gasclock.jpg" alt="" width="233" height="325" /></a></p>
<p>We walked over to <a href="http://www.gastown.org/" target="_blank">Gastown</a> to see the famous Steam Clock. We explored the quaint gift shops and eateries in this historic part of town. (Please note... it is wise to avoid Pigeon Park, a seedy, not so safe area between Gastown and Chinatown.)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.vancouvertrolley.com/" target="_blank"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/trollytour.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></a></p>
<p>The Pacific Rim hotel concierge arranged a two day pass for <a href="http://www.vancouvertrolley.com/" target="_blank">the hop-on-hop-off Trolley Tou</a>r and saved us some money. There are two separate tour schedules, the red and the blue line. We tried both for a thorough overview of Vancouver including Stanley Park, Gastown, Chinatown, Granville Island and Yaletown.</p>
<p>Here are some pix of the sights we were treated to during our tour of Vancouver, Canada</p>
<p><a href="http://vancouver.ca/parks/parks/stanley/" target="_blank"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/stanleypark.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://vancouver.ca/parks/parks/stanley/" target="_blank">Stanley Park</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.vancouvertrolley.com/" target="_blank"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/skylinetrolley.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br /></a></p>
<p>Vancouver Skyline from Stanley Park</p>
<p><a href="http://www.vancouver-chinatown.com/"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/welcometochinatown.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="236" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.vancouver-chinatown.com/" target="_blank">Chinatown</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.vancouverchinesegarden.com/index.htm" target="_blank"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/drsunyetsen.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="239" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.vancouverchinesegarden.com/index.htm" target="_blank">Dr Sun Yat-Sen Chinese Garden</a></p>
<p><a href="http://robsonstreet.ca/" target="_blank"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/robsonstreet.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://robsonstreet.ca/" target="_blank">Robson Street - A Shopper's Dream Come True!</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.greatervancouverparks.com/Vanier01.html" target="_blank"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/planeterium.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="239" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.greatervancouverparks.com/Vanier01.html" target="_blank">Planetarium in Vanier Park.. sort of looks like Space Mountain, no? </a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.greatervancouverparks.com/Vanier01.html" target="_blank"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/crabvanier.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.greatervancouverparks.com/Vanier01.html" target="_blank">A crab sculpture greets you at the Planetarium.</a></p>
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<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Alaska/dclinport3.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p>Our next stop is the Disney Wonder as it sails for seven nights from Vancouver, Canada to the Tracy Arm, Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan. </p>
<p>Contact <a target="_blank">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a quote on your Disney Cruise.</p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/pacific-northwest-and-disney-cruise-adventure" target="_blank">Pacific Northwest and Disney Cruise</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-one-disney-wonder-alaskan-cruise" target="_blank">Day One - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-two-at-sea-on-the-disney-wonder-in-alaska" target="_blank">Day Two - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Day at Sea</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-three-tracy-arm" target="_blank">Day Three - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Tracy Arm</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-four-disney-cruise-in-skagway" target="_blank">Day Four - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Skagway</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-five-disney-wonder-in-juneau" target="_blank">Day Five - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Juneau</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/disney-cruise-day-six-ketchikian" target="_blank">Day Six - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Ketchikan</a></p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/day-seven-day-at-sea" target="_blank">Day Seven - Disney Wonder Alaskan Cruise - Final Day at Sea</a></p></description>
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<category>Alaskan Disney Cruise</category>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2011 18:29:21 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p>A Disney Cruise Line vacation is very much about the journey, but it is also about the destinations.  There is one destination in particular that I love, Disney’s Castaway Cay!  It is a jewel of paradise among the Islands of the Bahamas.  It is hard to improve upon such a beautiful place of relaxation, but Disney Cruise Line has succeeded in doing just that, by introducing their new private Cabanas.</p>
<p>Disney’s Castaway Cay has a total of 21 Cabanas.  There are 17 on the Family Beach and 4 located at Serenity Bay.  We were lucky enough to have friends join us at Cabana #21 on Serenity Bay.  The night before our arrival at Castaway Cay, we returned to our stateroom to find a miniature cabana with all of our information and paperwork.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LaurenCabana/Picture1.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="249" /><br />The next morning we are docked at Castaway Cay.  We were anxious to get out to the fun and sun, but knowing that we had the Cabana waiting for us, we had a leisurely breakfast at the buffet, Cabanas, of course!  There was no need for us to “storm the beaches†with the masses to stake our claim to a small area of real estate.</p>
<p>After breakfast, we made our way off of the ship and rode the tram out to Serenity Bay.  When we arrived, we checked-in with the concierge staff, loaded into a golf cart for a short ride to Cabana #21.  <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LaurenCabana/Picture2.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="240" /><br />As we approached, the cabana appears very unassuming.  <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LaurenCabana/Picture3.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="240" /><br />Our concierge host, Dudi, walked us up the steps and into the cabana.  From inside, the view was amazing.  <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LaurenCabana/Picture5.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="252" /><br />The water was a crystal clear blue that matched the sky.  Truly breathtaking.  The Cabana was set up with a couple of chairs and a couch, along with 2 chaise lounges on a shaded porch.  <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LaurenCabana/Picture6.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="247" /><br />Extra towels were located in the closet, along with a safe, which was identical to the safes on the ship. <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LaurenCabana/Picture7.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="257" /><br />Next to that was a counter with a basket of complimentary sunscreen, a basket with chips and fruit, along additional towels below.  There was also a refrigerator stocked with sodas, water and cool towels, all included in the price of the cabana.  <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LaurenCabana/Picture8.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="333" /><br />The view of the cabana from the Serenity Bay side is quite stunning.  Disney Cruise Line certainly did it right when they designed them.  <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LaurenCabana/Picture9.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />You half expect the Skipper and his little buddy to come walking up a path out of the trees.  Taking the steps down off of the porch, we found rafts and tubes for a day on the water.  My husband took advantage of the hammock.  I didn’t hear a sound out of him for about an hour, with the exception of the occasional snore.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LaurenCabana/Picture10.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Dudi told us that if we needed anything, we should just press the call button that was mounted on the wall of the cabana.  This would activate a pager and he would make his way to us.  We did call him a couple times so that we could order drinks and be picked up for lunch.  We headed over to the BBQ at Serenity Bay and had our fill of ribs, hamburgers, hot dogs, mahi mahi and steak.  My husband loves the steak at Serenity Bay!!  Dudi waited for us to get our food and then he whisked us back to the cabana to enjoy our lunch.  <br /><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LaurenCabana/Picture11.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="206" /><br />The remainder of the day at the cabana was chocked full of relaxing. <br /><br />Then the time came to page Dudi one more time.  As they say, all good things must come to an end.  We straightened up the cabana, threw away our trash and took one last look at Serenity Bay.  As it does during every visit to Castaway Cay, our day went too quickly.  If the opportunity arises, you should reserve a cabana at the Family Beach or Serenity Bay!!  It is an amazing and relaxing way to end your Disney Cruise Line vacation.</p>
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<h3>Castaway Cay cabanas now available for online booking</h3>
<p><br />Disney has added the option of booking a Castaway Cay beach cabana to the online reservation site. Effective immediately, passengers can reserve a cabana on the adult or family beach within the same booking window as for all other activities:</p>
<p>Platinum Castaway Club members, as well as passengers staying in a concierge suite, can book 120 days before sailing<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana;">.</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana;">Gold Castaway Club Members can reserve a cabana 105 days prior to sailing</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana;">Silver Castaway Club Members can reserve a cabana 90 days prior to sailing</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana;">All other guests can reserve a cabana 75 days prior to sailing.<br /></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana;">Contact agent Lulu@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney Cruise.</span></span></p></description>
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<p align="left"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;">-- September 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30<br />--
October 2, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30, and 31<br />--
November 1 <br /><br />Prices for the party are as follows (all prices listed
include tax):<br /><br />Advance Purchase for September dates: $57.46 for adults 10
and older / $51.07 for ages 3-9</span></span></span></span></p>
<p align="left"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;">Advance Purchase for October 2, 6, 10, 11, 16,
18, 20, 23, 25, 27 and November 1: $60.66 adults / $55.33 ages 3-9 (No Discount
Available for October 28 and 31) <br /><br />Passholder and DVC Member Discounts for
September dates: $53.20 / $46.81</span></span></span></span></p>
<p align="left"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;">Passholder and DVC Member Discounts for
October 2, 6, 10, 11, 16, 18, 20, 23, and 25: $56.40 /
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<p align="left"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;">Day of Event (if still available) for
September dates: $63.85 /$57.46</span></span></span></span></p>
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available) </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;">for October 2, 3, 6, 10, 11, 16, 18, 20, 23,
25, 27 and November 1: $67.05 / $61.72</span></span></span></span></p>
<p align="left"><span><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;">Day of Event (if still
available) </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;">for October 28 and 31: $72.37 /
$67.05</span></span></span></span></p>
<p align="left"><span><strong><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Tickets on sale May 1,
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<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Cinderella_Castle_Dream_Lights_(MVMCP).jpg" alt="" width="165" height="248" /><br /><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;"><strong><a href="&quot;http://www.disneywebcontent.com/portal/site/csa-wdw/menuitem.5b211c7274158ac0991be110c3c80ca0/?vgnextoid=e523677e9d3d4010VgnVCM100000170217acRCRD&amp;SiteID=173" target="_blank">MVMCP (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party)</a><br /></strong></span></span></span></p>
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8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 18, 27, 29, and 30;<br />December 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 16,
and 18<br /><br />Prices for the party are as follows (all prices listed include
tax):<br /><br />Advance Purchase for November 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 29, and 30;
December 4, 6, 7, 11, 13, 14: $60.66 for adults 10 and older / $55.33 for ages
3-9 <br /><br />Passholder and DVC Member Discounts for November 8, 9, 11, 13, 15,
29, 30; December 4, 6: $56.40 / $51.07</span></span></span></span></p>
<p><span><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #000000;">Day of Event: $67.05
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<p><strong>The Recipe for a Great Vacation – Free Disney Dining Plan</strong></p>
<p>Now through Aug. 27, 2011, book the new Memories Vacation Package at select Disney Moderate, Disney Deluxe or Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts at the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>® Resort for arrivals most nights Aug. 28 – Sept. 24 and get the Disney Dining Plan** FREE!** You can upgrade to the Deluxe Dining Plan for only $33 per night for an adult or junior age 10 - 17 and $10 for a child age 3 - 9.</p>
<p>Stay at a Disney Value resort and get the Quick Service Dining Plan for FREE! You can upgrade to the table service Dining Plan for $11 per night for an adult or junior age 10 - 17. Or, upgrade to Deluxe Dining for just $44 per for an adult or junior and $10 per night for a child age 3 - 9.</p>
<p>Contact www.smallworldvacations.com for a price quote.<br /><br />The New Memories Vacation Package Includes:</p>
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<li>Accommodations at an onsite, Walt Disney World resort</li>
<li><span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Your Way</span> Base Ticket for each member of the traveling party</li>
<li>One 20-page <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's PhotoPass</span>® Photo Book***</li>
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<p><strong>Booking Window:</strong><br />May 2 – Aug. 27, 2011</p>
<p><strong>Travel Window:</strong><br />Aug. 28 – Sept. 24, 2011</p>
<p><strong>Sample Pricing:</strong><br />Book 5 Nights and 6 Days with FREE Disney Dining Plan for $86* per person, per day, for a family of 4, at a Select Disney Moderate Resort in a Standard Room (valid for stays most nights Aug. 28 – Sept. 24, 2011). That’s a total package price of $2,047.</p>
<p>Ask about packages in other resort categories and for other lengths of stay.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;">***Online registration required.  There is no charge to use <em>Disney’s PhotoPass Service</em> to capture, view or share your photos.  Prints and other products are available for purchase. Photos must be claimed within 30 days of being taken. Once claimed, they will be available for 30 days from claim date. Not responsible for missing, lost or damaged photos.  </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;">Promotion code will be provided as a voucher in your travel documents and will expire on 1/31/2012.  Promotion code is a one-time use only and cannot be combined with any other offers.  Promotion code is not redeemable for cash in whole or in part.  Promotion code holds no cash value.  Promotion code is a one-time use code which will remove the cost of one (1) <em>Disney’s PhotoPass</em> Photo Book with 20 pages.  Standard domestic or International shipping charges will also be removed from your order.   Offer does not include duties or value-added taxes, which may be assessed and are the responsibility of the package recipient.  If additional pages are added to the <em>Disney’s PhotoPass</em> Photo Book, additional products are added to this order, or Express shipping options selected, additional charges will apply upon final check out from DisneyPhotoPass.com</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"></span></p>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 May 2011 11:13:34 GMT</pubDate>
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<p><span style="color: #cc0000;">Sweet Summer Savings! For a limited time, Disney Visa cardholders can get a FREE dining plan when they book a "Memories Vacation Package" at select Walt Disney World resort hotels. Offer is valid for stays most nights 8/28/11-9/24/11.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #cc0000;">The Disney Visa Memories Vacation Package includes:</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #cc0000;">Stay at select Disney Value resorts and get the Quick Service Dining Plan for FREE.<br />            Upgrade to the regular table service plan for $33 per night for adults or juniors, <br />            no extra charge for children age 3 - 9 to upgrade to the regular dining plan<br /><br />           Upgrade to Disney Deluxe Dining for $44 per night for adults or juniors<br />           $10 per night for children age 3 - 9.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #cc0000;">Stay at select Disney Moderate, Deluxe and Deluxe Villas resorts and get the regular table service Dining Plan for FREE. Upgrade to the Disney Deluxe Dining for $33 per night for adults or juniors and $10 per night for children age 3 - 9.<br /></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #cc0000;">Book by 8/27/11. The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same package. Base Tickets are for one Theme Park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. No group rates or other discounts apply. Offer is nontransferable. Advance reservations required. Excludes gratuities and alcoholic beverages. Children ages 3-9 must order from the children's menu if available. Some table-service restaurants may have limited or no availability at time of package purchase.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #cc0000;"><em>If you are a Disney Visa Card Holder, contact <a href="http://www.mousesavers.com/travelagent.html#sue">Small World Vacations</a> for a price quote.<br /></em></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;">***Online registration required.  There is no charge to use <em>Disney’s PhotoPass Service</em> to capture, view or share your photos.  Prints and other products are available for purchase. Photos must be claimed within 30 days of being taken. Once claimed, they will be available for 30 days from claim date. Not responsible for missing, lost or damaged photos.  </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;">Promotion code will be provided as a voucher in your travel documents and will expire on 1/31/2012.  Promotion code is a one-time use only and cannot be combined with any other offers.  Promotion code is not redeemable for cash in whole or in part.  Promotion code holds no cash value.  Promotion code is a one-time use code which will remove the cost of one (1) <em>Disney’s PhotoPass</em> Photo Book with 20 pages.  Standard domestic or International shipping charges will also be removed from your order.   Offer does not include duties or value-added taxes, which may be assessed and are the responsibility of the package recipient.  If additional pages are added to the <em>Disney’s PhotoPass</em> Photo Book, additional products are added to this order, or Express shipping options selected, additional charges will apply upon final check out from DisneyPhotoPass.com</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"></span></p>
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<description><p>Here is what MouseSavers.com advises when purchasing Disneyland Theme Park Passes:<br /><br /><strong>Where NOT to Buy Disneyland Tickets</strong> </p>
<p>There are lots of legitimate ways to get discounted Disneyland tickets. Unfortunately, there are also some ways to get ripped off. </p>
<p>You should <strong>never buy partially used passes</strong>. For instance, someone may claim they bought a 4-day ticket and ended up using only 2 days of it, so they are reselling the remaining 2 days. Sounds good, right? The trouble is, there is absolutely no way to tell whether the pass does, in fact, have the number of days remaining that the seller claims, until you get to the gate and see if it works. If it doesn't, Disney will not be sympathetic, because Disney tickets are nontransferable. That means they can legally be used only by the original purchaser. </p>
<p><strong>It is a very bad idea to buy Disney passes on eBay or Craigslist.</strong> Unfortunately both of these online resources are extremely popular with con artists. Recently scammers have even taken to presenting fake "invoices" or "receipts" that seem to be from legitimate businesses that supposedly sold them the tickets. They always have some sad story about buying nonrefundable tickets, and now they can't go, and they just want to get some of their money back. But the passes they sell you are partially or completely used up, or were never valid to begin with. Tickets can look perfectly new and real, yet be worthless. For example, they may be selling real Disney ticket stock shoplifted from supermarkets or other stores, but since the tickets were never paid for, they have not been validated and they have zero value.</p>
<p>There is no way to find out if the tickets you buy from a stranger (or even "a friend of a friend") are any good in advance of your trip. You are very likely to arrive at the gate and find out you have invalid passes. Here is a <a href="http://www.10news.com/news/20843268/detail.html" target="_blank">news story</a> and <a href="http://ocresort.freedomblogging.com/2009/09/23/man-arrested-for-selling-fake-disneyland-passes/19269/" target="_blank">another story</a> about this type of scam.</p>
<p><strong>However, there are <a href="http://www.mousesavers.com/dltickets.html#ares">legitimate, authorized ticket brokers</a> that have contracts with Disney and sell NEW, UNUSED Disney passes at a discount!</strong></p></description>
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<description><p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPBeth/image004.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />This non-smoking
hotel includes all of the basic room amenities along with two
restaurants,  heated pool and spa, business center, fitness center, and
free deluxe continental breakfast.<br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPBeth/image005.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Pool in private courtyard area of hotel.<br /><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPBeth/image007.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPBeth/image008.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPBeth/image009.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Complimentary breakfast included each morning including fruit, pastries, cereal, coffee, juice, and tea!<br />          <br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPBeth/image010.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />With plenty of indoor and outdoor seating<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPBeth/image011.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPBeth/image012.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPBeth/image013.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="243" /><br />Kids’ Suite includes king bed, bunk beds, pull out sofa sleeper, small refrigerator, and microwave.<br />       <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPBeth/image015.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPBeth/image016.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="243" /><br />Premier Borrego Suite includes 2 queen beds and a double sofa sleeper.<br />        <br />Roll-away beds are available for $10 per night.  WiFi is complimentary.<br />This hotel is only 150 yards from the South Gate entrance to Disneyland!</p>
<p>Contact agent Beth@smallworldvacations.com for help with your Disney vacation plans.</p></description>
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<h2>ESPN</h2>
<p>ESPN Zone is the perfect choice for sports enthusiasts of all ages!  A great place to enjoy a terrific appetizer,  a juicy steak and a fabulous dessert, all while in the shadow of 175 flat screen televisions and a 10,000 Sq. Ft. arcade!<br /><br />ESPN Zone serves lunch and dinner.<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMinnie/TortillaJoes.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<h2>Tortilla Joe’s</h2>
<p>Featuring live Mariachis, Tortilla Joe’s offers spicy Mexican Cuisine, which includes tacos and burritos that you customize and  made-to-order guacamole!<br /><br />Serving lunch and dinner with over 100 selections at their Tequila bar and a Taqueria that offers something special for those in a hurry.<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMinnie/cataluva.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<h2>Catal</h2>
<p>Catal offers Mediterranean cuisine with a modern twist.  Catal serves typical American fare for Breakfast, and offers a unique lunch and dinner menu with such options of Squid Ink Pasta, Rack of Lamb, and a plethora of organic salads.  Inside, outside and upstairs seating, which offers a view of Downtown Disney, is offered.<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPTracy/UvaBarTracySEP2011.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<h2>Uva</h2>
<p>A casual alternative downstairs from Catal.  Uva offers over 40 wines by the glass which can be served inside, or outside on the patio.</p>
<h2><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMinnie/napoli.jpg" alt="" width="259" height="325" /><br />Napoli</h2>
<p>Known for their Wood Fired Pizzas and award winning wine list, Napoli brings a little bit of Italy to Southern California.  Napoli serves lunch and dinner.<br /><br />Napolini, which is located next store, offers pizza by the slice and other quick service options for guests on the go!</p>
<h2><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMinnie/houseofblues.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="238" /><br />House of Blues</h2>
<p>Cajun-Creole is the theme of the House of Blues where you can enjoy live music and expect a rambunctious crowd!  Don’t miss the Gospel Brunch offered twice each Sunday.  <br /><br />The House of Blues company store offers branded merchandise, food and sauces to take home to friends and family, or maybe a gift for yourself!</p>
<h2><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMinnie/labrea.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />LaBrea Bakery</h2>
<p>Pizza flat breads, pastries, Paninis and soups are offered at LaBrea Bakery, known for its world famous breads.  Located near the Disneyland courtyard, at the far end of Downtown Disney, LaBrea offers both sit-down and quick service options.  A great place to grab a bagel on your way to the park, or enjoy a meal on the patio at the end of a busy day.<br /><br />LaBrea offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, either sit-down or a quick service option are available.</p>
<h2><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMinnie/ralphbrennan.jpg" alt="" width="259" height="325" /><br />Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen</h2>
<p>You don’t have to travel to Louisiana to experience this Landmark restaurant.  Enjoy live music every night, while feasting on New Orleans favorites such as Muffellattas, gumbo ya-ya, jambalaya and catfish.  Be sure to save room for dessert.  Brennan’s is famous for their Bananas Foster and Hot Beignets.<br /><br />Serving lunch and dinner daily.</p>
<h2><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMinnie/rainforest.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Rainforest Café</h2>
<p>“A Wild place to shop and eatâ€.  Offering “Kid friendly†meals and tasty burgers and salads, Rainforest café surrounds you with the sounds and sights of the Rainforest while you enjoy yummy appetizers, fabulous entrées and amazing desserts.  Be sure to check out the drink menu. Rainforest café has special drinks for “explorers†of all ages.<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMinnie/P1010538.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="208" /></p>
<h2><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMinnie/minnie2.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMinnie/minnie3.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" />SNACKS</h2>
<p>For a quick snack on the go, Downtown Disney offers some well known favorites; Jamba Juice, Wetzel’s Pretzels and Haagan Daz.<br /><br />As you can see, there truly is something for every budget, taste and time frame.<br /><br />Contact agent Minnie@smallworldvacations.com for your Disney vacation needs.</p></description>
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<title>Visit the Eticket Concierge Lounge at the Disneyland with me! by Agent Sherri</title>
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<p>What a view! From the lounge, I could see the Magic Kingdom, Downtown Disney and Disney’s California Adventure with a picturesque view of the mountains in the distance! Plus, I had a front row view of the Magic Kingdom fireworks. I literally felt like I was on top of the world!<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSherri/tmembersreadytohelpyouwithyourvacationneedsfrom7am-10pm!.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /> </p>
<p>Talk about V.I.P. service! Disney had Castmembers just waiting to assist me with any needs I could think of. With reservations, tickets and an endless amount of Disney knowledge behind their belts, “Be our guest†is just the beginning with these Castmembers.<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSherri/tinentalbreakfastandvarioussnacksduringthedayandevening..JPG" alt="" width="325" height="254" /> <br />As if going to the Magic Kingdom wasn’t enough, the Concierge Lounge has given me just one more reason to jump out of bed in the morning. From breakfast, to a mid-day snack to a nice glass of wine or coffee to enjoy while I watched the fireworks, they always seemed to know just what I was craving. Must be Magic!<br /> <br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSherri/esfortheirgueststotakewiththemfortheirlongdayintheparks..JPG" alt="" width="261" height="325" /><br />Can I offer you a beverage? This cooler in the lounge seemed to be at the ready to provide me a complimentary beverage or two anytime to quench my thirst. Just another reason I felt like a princess while staying at Club Level!!<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSherri/ConciergeLounge,youwillfindDisneyMagicaroundeverycorner!.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="212" /> <br />It’s the little bits of magic floating around the Concierge Lounge that made my stay so incredible. This table caught my eye with its sparkle and charm, reminding me, once again about how lucky I am to be a place where magic is hiding around every corner.<br /><br />Contact agent Sherri@smallworldvacations.com for help with your Disney vacation.</p></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2011 18:12:39 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Adventures by Disney Backstage Magic by Agent Kaye</title>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaye/CastleKaye.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="217" /><br />If
just the mention of the name “Walt Disney†or “Disneyland†brings a
sense of excitement to your day, or if you are the Disney trivia “guruâ€,
and you often spend your free time brushing up on everything Disney and
wondering “How DO they make that happen?â€, then the Adventures By
Disney – Backstage Magic tour was created with you in mind.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaye/hollywoodKaye.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="198" /><br />Backstage
Magic is a 6 Day/5 Night adventure that begins in Hollywood for 2
Nights and ends in The Happiest Place on Earth, Disneyland.  This action
packed tour is overflowing with Hollywood history and tidbits, and
encompasses Walt’s story and dream and how it became what we know it as
today.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaye/elcaptainKaye.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="228" /><br />Your
tour begins in Hollywood, where you take behind-the-scene tours of El
Capitan Theater, </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaye/sodashopKaye.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="237" /><br />Disney Soda Fountain and Studio Store<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaye/JimmyKimmelLiveKaye.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="199" /><br />Jimmy Kimmel Live!, </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaye/KermitKaye.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="225" /><br />and the Jim Henson Studios.  </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaye/HollywoodStudiosWater.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="219" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;"><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaye/Studioskaye.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="234" /><br />You
also journey to the Walt Disney Studios,</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaye/dwarfsKaye.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="217" /> </span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;;"><br />Tour the Archives and are
treated to a very exclusive tour of Walt Disney Imagineering.<br /><br /><a href="/extlink.cfm?link=http://www.disneywebcontent.com/portal/site/csa-abd/menuitem.b9e1d84045e3013045686510f8b471ca/?vgnextoid=0dcb0a3ac5572210VgnVCM100000d864a8c0RCRD&amp;SiteID=1866"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaye/ABD_FullColor_(c).jpg" alt="" width="325" height="197" /><br /></a>If just the mention of the name “Walt Disney†or “Disneyland†brings a sense of excitement to your day, or if you are the Disney trivia “guruâ€, and you often spend your free time brushing up on everything Disney and wondering “How DO they make that happen?â€, then the Adventures By Disney – Backstage Magic tour was created with you in mind.<br /><br />Contact agent Kaye@smallworldvacations.com for a price quote on your Disney vacation.<br /></span></p>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2011 04:36:12 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disneyland First Timer by Agent Stacey</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPStacey/TrainStation.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="213" /><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Upon arrival, there were
some obvious similarities between Disneyland and Walt Disney World that made me
feel right at home.<span>  </span>After I passed
through the turnstiles, I was greeted by the Disneyland Railroad.<span>  </span><span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPAmber/A665.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="215" /><br /><br />Just under the train bridge
was Main Street USA, with its bustle of anticipation and excitement.<span>  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPStacey/HCOE_Disneyland_Castle.jpg" alt="" width="298" height="325" /><br />At the end of Main Street, was Sleeping
Beauty Castle – breathtaking and beautiful.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPStacey/PiratesCarrib.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="245" /><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPStacey/spacemountain.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="245" /><br />Walking around the park, I
realized that although this was my first visit, many attractions were familiar
to me.<span>  </span>Space Mountain, Splash Mountain
(although closed for refurbishment during my visit), It’s a Small World, Jungle
Cruise, Pirates of the Caribbean and the Haunted Mansion, to name a few, are
attractions I have experienced at Walt Disney World.<span>  </span>But not so fast – each ride at Disneyland has
its own unique feature:<span>  </span>in Space
Mountain, riders sit side by side, not only in a row, in Pirates of the
Caribbean, there are two waterfalls.<span> 
</span>These differences made me feel like it was my first time experiencing
these attractions.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPStacey/matterhorn.jpg" alt="" width="253" height="325" /><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial;">There are many features to
Disneyland that make it its own unique park.<span> 
</span>Matterhorn Bobsleds, said to be the first ever steel coaster, was a fast
and fun mountain ride.<span> <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJenny/indianajones.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="328" /> </span>Indiana Jones
Adventure (similar to Dinosaur in Animal Kingdom Park in Florida) was an
exciting trip through the caves and temples (snakes and all) featured in the
Indiana Jones films.<span>  </span>The Monorail even
makes a stop <em>inside</em> Tomorrowland!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial;"></span><span style="font-family: Arial;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial;">I saw a lot during my brief
visit to Disneyland – but there is still so much to see!<span>  </span>I look forward to my next trip to Southern
California – to explore Disneyland, Disney’s California Adventure and many
other area attractions!</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Contact Agent Stacey@smallworldvacations.com for a quote on your DIsney vacation.<br /></span></p></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2011 04:45:17 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>DownTown Disneyland Shopping Guide by agents Leigh and Lynne</title>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;">The flagship store is
the World of Disney.  If it’s Disney themed, it’s here.  From
T-shirts to teething rings, patio items to plush in all different sizes, the
selection is endless. Be sure to shop early in the day!  At night when the
parks close, resort guests have to walk by to return to all 3 onsite Disneyland
Resorts, and even we couldn’t help but stop in…and it was mobbed!  Shop
early , shop often we say! </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPLeighLynne/Pic2.jpg" alt="" width="263" height="325" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;">Notice throughout the
World of Disney store that each area is themed, making it much easier to locate
your favorite “character†Above is a whole section entirely devoted to the
Nightmare Before Christmas. Jack and Sally fans should be able to find a special t-shirt to take home.<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPLeighLynne/Pic3.jpg" alt="" width="270" height="325" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;">Are you an avid
collector?  You will find Precious Momentsâ„¢designed especially for
Disney fans here as well!  </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPLeighLynne/Pic4.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" />Another favorite stop
on our shopping trip is Marceline’s Confectionary. Named for Marceline, Missouri,
where Walt and family lived for many years, treats for the masses as well as specialty
themed goodies can be found. There is a hidden Mickey in the store sign, can you see it?<br /></span></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPLeighLynne/Pic5.jpg" alt="" width="270" height="325" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;">These bags of goodies
make great souvenirs to take home.  Buy an extra though. We broke into <span class="spelle">ours</span> before we even made it back to the resort! </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPLeighLynne/Pic6.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="204" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;">Chocolate and caramel
covered apples in every combination imaginable can be found in Marceline’s
Confectionary.  Adjacent to the store is their candy kitchen which can be
view from the outside of the store. It's fun to watch them create magical confections.<br /></span></p>
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<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPLeighLynne/Pic7.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="210" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;">No worries for you die
hard rice <span class="spelle">krispy</span> treat fans (Me too!)  Your
marshmallow goodness can be found here as well! </span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;">For those children who
want to look less like a Princess and more like today’s current Disney Channel
stars, there is Studio 365!</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;">From makeup packages
to entire outfits, your kids can look like their favorite Disney Channel
Star.  From the “secret star†package, complete with wig and sunglasses,
to “studio rockerâ€, including trendy tutu and finger gloves, the combinations
are endless. Makeup packages start at $14.95 with 5 “looks†to choose
from.  Recommended for children ages 3 and up.  Appointments are
highly advised! </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPLeighLynne/Pic9.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;">Be sure to visit the Disney Vault.<span> 
</span>This store offers a more trendy and Designer Character clothing and
accessories line. What a hip and fun place!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;">Contact agents Lynne@smallworldvacations.com or Leigh@smallworldvacations.com for help with your Disney Vacation.<br /></span></p></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2011 04:03:58 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disneyland Magical Surprises by Agents Steph and Lisa</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Symbol; color: black;"></span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black;">    
</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSteph/EvilQueen2.BMP" alt="" width="243" height="325" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><br />Thinking
about riding  Snow White’s Scary Adventure?  Look up to the window
above the entrance... Someone is watching you!<br /><br /></span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black;"> <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSteph/brassapple.JPG" alt="" width="262" height="325" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">When you
get inside Snow White’s Scary Adventure, touch the brass apple (don’t be
afraid!).</span></p>
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</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSteph/PartyLine2.BMP" alt="" width="243" height="325" /><br />Want to
hear all the latest gossip?  Pick up the phone at the Market House shop on
Main Street.</span></p>
<p class="msolistparagraph" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Symbol; color: black;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black;">       <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSteph/TrainStation2.BMP" alt="" width="243" height="325" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><br />When 
you get off the train at Port
Orleans Square, stop for a minute and
listen.  You will hear Walt’s Opening Day speech being tapped out in Morse
Code!</span></p>
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</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><br />Walt Disney
had an apartment over the Fire Station on Main Street.  When he was staying
there, the light would stay on to let everyone know.The light nows burns perpetually in his memory.<br /></span></p>
<p class="msolistparagraph" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Symbol; color: black;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black;">    <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSteph/CheshireCat(2).BMP" alt="" width="325" height="243" /><br /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">While
standing in line at the Mad Hatter Shop in Fantasyland, look in the mirror
behind the cash wrap.  Someone is happy to see you! </span></p>
<p class="msolistparagraph" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">The Happiest Place on Earth is also the Most Magical Place on Earth!<br /></span></p>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2011 03:18:49 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>World of Color Fast Pass by Agent Tanya</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TanyaAEP/WorldofColorSignSmall.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TanyaAEP/WorldofColorSign2Small.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="239" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TanyaAEP/WorldofColorMachineSmall.jpg" alt="" width="199" height="325" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TanyaAEP/WorldofColorPassSmall.jpg" alt="" width="242" height="325" /><br />The most popular option is to get a FASTPASS ticket from
the Grizzly River Run FASTPASS Ticket machines.  Tickets are available on
a first come, first serve basis when the park opens.   However, as a
benefit for those staying at a Disneyland Resort, guests are allowed to enter
the park through the Grand Californian Hotel and Spa special entrance 30
minutes before park opening.  As each park ticket is inserted into the
machine, a ticket for the show will come out with an assigned show time and
color viewing area.  It’s easy and it’s free!  </span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;">The second option is to order a World of Color Picnic
Meal.  Guests can go online at www.disneyland.com up to 30 days in advance
to order a special boxed picnic meal that includes reserved viewing tickets for
the first show that evening.  It is a good idea to purchase these meals
ahead of time because availability is limited.  However, if you forget to
order them ahead of time, you can try to make a walk-up purchase but it will be
assigned to the evening’s second show if available.  There are 4 different
options to choose from including the All American, The Taste of Asia, The European
Antipasto and The Mediterranean.  Children have their own options of the
Junior All American, the Lunchbox Class and the Little Squirt’s Box including a
souvenir World of Color bracelet.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TanyaAEP/arielgrotto.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="109" /><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;">The third option, which gives you the best possible viewing
area, is to dine at a table service restaurant at either Wine Country Trattoria
(lunch or dinner) or Ariel’s Grotto (dinner but no characters).  
Prix meals are offered with a variety of options.  You will receive a
reserved viewing area ticket for the show following dinner.  These meals
must be reserved in advance by calling Disney Dining at 714-781-DINE 60 days in
advance.<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TanyaAEP/worldofcolor.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;">No matter which option you choose, you are sure to be
amazed and awed when you see World of Color.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;">Contact agent Tanya@smallworldvacations.com<br /></span></p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/world-of-color-fast-pass-by-agent-tanya</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2011 02:40:43 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Tasty Treats Tour by Agent Alice</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">If you missed breakfast,
don’t worry!  The Blue Ribbon Bakery on Main Street has a large selection of
pastries, muffins, sticky buns and a delicious fruit, yogurt and granola
parfait.</span></p>
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old-fashioned general store that offers goodies for everyone!  Coffee,
cappuccino, latte, tea and hot cocoa if you want a warm beverage, and plenty of
snacks like candy, lollipops, flavored popcorn, cookies—even pickles!</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px; float: right;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPAlice/latewinterearlyspring2011andDisneyland206.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="269" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">If you’re looking for
something healthier on which to munch, never fear!  There are fresh fruit
stands too!  This one is on Main
Street.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">For many, a trip to Disneyland would not be complete without the famous Dole
Whip pineapple soft-serve ice cream treat.  The Dole Whip stand is located
near the entrance to the Enchanted Tiki Birds attraction.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">I continued my quest for
the yummy in Disney’s California Adventure and Downtown Disney too.  I was
not disappointed!  </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">In Disney’s California
Adventure, I found another fresh fruit stand, this one with containers on ice
of ready-to-eat mango slices, pineapple spears, grapes, watermelon and apple
slices with caramel dipping sauce. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPAlice/latewinterearlyspring2011andDisneyland211.JPG" alt="" width="290" height="325" /><br />When you’re starting to
fade from the heat, nothing beats ice cream!  Bur-r-r Bank Ice Cream
features Dreyer’s brand.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPAlice/latewinterearlyspring2011andDisneyland208.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="275" /><br />And how about a churro
for a quick snack on the go?</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPAlice/latewinterearlyspring2011andDisneyland312.JPG" alt="" width="290" height="248" /><br />Sweet tooth STILL not
satisfied?  Then stop in Marceline’s Confectionary in Downtown
Disney.  Named after Walt Disney’s home town, this sweets shop is full of
goodies sure to make your blood-sugar soar!  Beautiful candy apples--too
pretty to eat—caught my eye, but there are also cookies, brownies, rice-crispy
treats, candies and fudge.  A perfect way to end a perfectly delicious
day!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">Contact agent Alice@smallworldvacations.com for a price quote on your Disney vacation.<br /></span></p></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2011 01:01:43 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Lounges for Adult Relaxation at the Disneyland Resort</title>
<description><p>You've had a long hard day running around the parks. You want to relax and that means no kids.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPTracy/MendociniBaratTracyAEP2011.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />The Mendocino Barat the Golden Vine Winery in Disney's California
Adventure<br />is great place for a glass of wine, beer or soda!</p>
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<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPTracy/TraceyAEPBlog.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />The Hearthstone Lounge in the Grand Californian Hotel &amp; Spa is
both<br />
incredibly beautiful and relaxing.  The perfect end to a day in the
parks.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPTracy/TraceyAEPBlog2.jpg" alt="" width="226" height="325" /><br />Comfortable leather chairs and a wonderful warm fireplace at the
Hearthstone<br />
Lounge is great please to meet with friends.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPTracy/UvaBarTracySEP2011.jpg" alt="" width="244" height="325" /></p>
<p>The Uva Bar located in Downtown Disney has an extensive collection of
adult<br />beverages, snacks, burgers, sandwiches and appetizers. Prices are also
very<br />reasonable!</p>
<p>Contact agent Tracy@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney vacation.</p></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:40:24 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disneyland Haunted Mansion by Agent Nikki</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"> </span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPNikki/Picture2.jpg" alt="" width="253" height="325" /><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Just
through the gate that leads to the outside grounds, guests will find a
mailbox.<span>  </span>I wasn’t able to confirm this with
a Disney cast member, but I like to think that this is where Madame Leota
receives her messages from “somewhere beyondâ€.<span> </span><br /><br /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px; float: left;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPNikki/Picture3.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="266" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">If you have
a chance snap a picture of the hearse parked in front of the mansion.<span>  </span>I like to think of it as an added service
provided to the restless residents.<span> 
</span>Nothing soothes the spirit like a scenic ride in a hearse pulled by a
spectral stallion.<span>  </span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px; float: right;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPNikki/Picture4.JPG" alt="" width="198" height="325" /><br /></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Of course I
can’t forget to mention the pet cemetery.<span> 
</span>I can only imagine that it’s a truly tranquil spot to retreat from the
spirited soiree that is taking place inside.<span> 
</span>After all, it’s nice when a ghost can reconnect with furry, feathered,
or slimy friends.<span>  </span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPNikki/Picture5.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="183" /><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Please
remember to stop by The Haunted Mansion the next time you’re at Disneyland, and pay your respects to the dearly departed
that dwell there.<span>  </span>For veterans of the
mansion, I hope I have inspired you to see the mansion in a new way on your
next visit.<span>  </span>As for first time visitors,
I wish you a chilling experience that you won’t soon forget!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;" align="center"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Contact agent Nikki@smallworldvacations.com for a price quote on your Disney vacation.<br /></span></p></description>
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<category>Disneyland</category>
<pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:08:32 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Calling all Roller Coaster and Thrill Ride Fans!</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Disney California
Adventure</span></strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"> <br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">California
Screamin’</span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJenny/CaliforniaScreamin.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><br />Located in Paradise
Pier, California Screamin’ is built to look like a classic wooden coaster on the
boardwalk.  This roller coaster excels from 0 to 55 mph in less than 5 seconds
and takes riders on a heart-pumping trip through an upside-down loop, twists,
and up and down large hills ~ all while hearing a truly screamin’ sound
track!<br />*Passengers must be
at least 48†tall to ride</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Tower of
Terror</span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJenny/TowerofTerror.jpg" alt="" width="252" height="325" /><br /></span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Located in Hollywood
Land, Tower of Terror immerses riders into the Twilight Zone through an elevator
ride like no other.  After watching a brief film introducing the tower’s haunted
history, riders take a seat in the elevator and begin their spooky journey up 13
floors to the top of the tower.  Once you are at the top, the doors open up to
allow riders to see the park from a birds-eye view before plummeting 13 stories
down…again and again! </span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><br />*Passengers must be
at least 40†tall to ride   </span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;"><br /> <br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt;">Disneyland Park - The Magic Kingdom<br /></span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Big Thunder Mountain
Railroad</span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJenny/BigThunderAEP.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="217" /><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJenny/BigThunder1.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Located in
Frontierland, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is a wild and fun runaway mine train
adventure!  Riders begin their western journey in an old mining town and then
are swiftly taken through bends and turns, by a waterfall, through a cave, and
through all kinds of highly themed wilderness scenery.  You definitely don’t
want to miss this one!<br />*Passengers must be
at least 40†to ride</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">The Matterhorn
Bobsleds</span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJenny/matterhorn.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJenny/MatterhornMonster.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="217" /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Located in
Fantasyland, the Matterhorn Bobsleds opened in Disneyland in 1959 and was the
first tubular steel roller coaster in the world.   After riders begin their
ascent up the mountain, they are quickly taken down an exciting path through the
mountain, down twists and turns, and ultimately into an encounter with the
Abominable Snowman.  This ride has been a favorite of Disneyland guests for over
50 years and is highly recommended for any thrill seekers!<br />*Passengers must be
at least 35†to ride</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Splash
Mountain</span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJenny/Guests_riding_Splash_Mountain.jpg" alt="" width="218" height="325" /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Located in Critter
Country, Splash Mountain is a wet and wild log flume adventure with Brer Rabbit
and his friends.  This ride is amazing both visually and physically as riders
are taken through and around the mountain.  After reaching the peak of the
mountain, riders splash down over 52 feet and then are taken into a wonderfully
themed area where animated characters sing, dance and interact.  If you enjoy
log flume rides, Splash Mountain is the best of the best!<br />*Riders must be at
least 40†to ride</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Space
Mountain</span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJenny/SpaceMountain.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Located in
Tomorrowland, Space Mountain is a thrilling dark adventure into space and
beyond.  Unlike Walt Disney World’s Space Mountain, the ride vehicles at
Disneyland sit two by two and are a little more comfortable to ride in.  Once
riders board their space rockets, they are launched into space and taken through
galaxies while listening to an intergalactic soundtrack.  Space Mountain is an
exciting ride that should not be missed!<br />*Riders must be at
least 40†to ride</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Indiana Jones
Adventure</span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJenny/indianajones.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="328" /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Located in
Adventureland, Indiana Jones Adventure is unique to the Disneyland Park and is a
filled with unbelievable special effects and interactive experiences.  The ride
was created to immerse the riders into a thrilling adventure and no two rides
are exactly the same.  If you have seen the Indiana Jones movies, you will be
pleased to see familiar scenery from the films including lots of snakes (don’t
worry – they aren’t real), a rickety bridge, and the unforgettable rolling
ball.  This ride is a thrill-lovers dream!<br />*Riders must be at
least 46†to ride     </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Contact agent Jenny@smallworldvacations.com for help with your Disney vacation.<br /></span></p></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2011 06:06:46 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Stay Cool at Disneyland by Agent Mary</title>
<description><p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMary/riverboat.jpg" alt="" width="218" height="325" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMary/DL3.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Enjoy a 20-minute ride cruising around Tom Sawyer
Island on the Mark Twain Riverboat.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMary/Pirates_of_the_Caribbean_-_Family_on_Attraction[1].jpg" alt="" width="325" height="246" /><br />Escape the heat while you cruise along the spooky waters of the Pirates of the Caribbean. It's cool and damp and a slow moving trip among Jack Sparrow and friends.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMary/TRAIN.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="215" /><br />Another breezy 20-minute ride is the Disneyland
Train.  Ride the full route or hop off at one of the stops at Main Street,
U.S.A, New Orleans Square, Mickey’s ToonTown, and Tomorrowland.  The Disneyland
Train can be the perfect choice when a little one needs a nap.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMary/DL2.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Donald’s Boat in ToonTown offers youngsters a great
place to get a little wet and cool off.  ToonTown overall can be a lot of fun
and relaxing while touring the various homes.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMary/DL5.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />To fully enjoy the air conditioning, head to one of
the many gift shops located in Disneyland and Disney’s California
Adventure.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMary/DL6.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="186" /><br />At Disney’s California Adventure, several attractions
exist for your entertainment as well as your comfort.  Soarin’ offers an
air-conditioned queue and a fun 5-minute ride.  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMary/Aladdin.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="247" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">To rest your legs, head over to
the Hyperion Theater for a 45-minute performance of “Disney’s Aladdin – A
Musical Spectacular.†<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPMary/GrizzlyRapids.jpg" alt="" width="218" height="325" /><br />For a bit of excitement as you cool off, head to Grizzly Rapids Run to get soaking wet! </p>
<p class="MsoNormal">As you can see, there are many ways to escape the weather or
cool off while enjoying your stay at the Disneyland Resort. The coolest way to beat the heat is to head back to your Disneyland resort hotel and jump in the pool!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Contact agent Mary@smallworldvacations.com for some cool ways to plan your Disney vacation.</p></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2011 05:16:53 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Walking Right Down the Middle of Main Street U.S.A.</title>
<description><p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;"><br />
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJodie/DLCastle.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><br />My first impression of Main Street
at Disneyland was how familiar it felt. This
area of the park is very similar to Main
Street at the Magic Kingdom
with the cheerful music and delicious smells in the air. You could easily spend
part of your day exploring all of the shops and eateries along the way towards Sleeping Beauty Castle.
<br />
<br />
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPAmber/099.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="193" /><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPAmber/090.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="247" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;"><br />Kids of all ages would love the Main Street Cinema and Penny Arcade before
a visit to the Blue Ribbon Bakery or Ice Cream Parlor for a sweet treat. Main Street is a
great introduction to the attention to detail and theming you will experience
throughout the rest of the park. <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPAmber/A665.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="215" /></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;">Take a nostalgic trip on a double decker bus down Main Street USA!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;">
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPAmber/091.jpg" alt="" width="193" height="325" /><br />My favorite part of visiting Main
Street is reading all of the shop
windows which contain the names of those individuals who played
important roles in the development of Disneyland.
</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPAmber/Firehouse.JPG" alt="" width="230" height="325" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;"></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;">On the way out of the park, a quick stop by the Fire Department to take a
look at the lamp which always burns in the window of Walt's Apartment in his
memory is the perfect way to end your day!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% white;">Contact agent Amber@smallworldvacations.com for a quote on your Disneyland vacation.<br /></span></p></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2011 04:15:39 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Sweet Tour of the Disneyland Resort by Agent Janet</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">Disneyland Sweet Treat Tour<br />
<br />
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJanet/100_0209.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />At the Disneyland Park you can satisfy everyone's sweet tooth in
one stop.  The Blue Ribbon Bakery, Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor and the
Candy Palace are right next to each other on Main Street U.S.A. and you
can wander from one shop to the next without having to set foot
outside. <br />
<br />
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJanet/100_0217.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />The Blue Ribbon Bakery offers the "Matterhorn Macaroon" named after
the famous "Matterhorn" Mountain in
the Disneyland Park.<br />
<br />
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJanet/100_0218.JPG" alt="" width="244" height="325" /><br />Gibson Girl Ice Cream parlor offers a few specialties and ice cream by the
scoop.<br />
<br />
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJanet/100_0224.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="240" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><br />A variety of sweet treats can be found at the Candy Palace and everyone's favorite sweet treat ...chocolate, Mickey shaped of
course.  You can call (714) 781-0112 and a recorded
message will tell you what candies are being made in the park that week.  <br />
<br />
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJanet/100_0233.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="240" /><br />While I was there they were making caramel apples.  <br />
<br />
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJanet/100_0210.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="195" /><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJanet/100_0212.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="187" /><br />A short walk over to Disney's California Adventure will take you to Sunshine Plaza where Baker's Field Bakery
and Bur-r-r Bank Ice Cream are housed inside a train.  These shops
have the same if not very similar selections as the shops on Main Street U.S.A.  <br />
<br />
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJanet/100_0251.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="248" /><br />Walking through either park you can always find an old favorite at a
kiosk, Mickey bars. <br />
<br />
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJanet/100_0256.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="259" /><br />My last stop on the Sweet Tooth Tour would be Marceline's Confectionary in
Downtown Disney.  Marceline's was named for Walt Disney's hometown. 
Marceline's had these on display in their front window. I had so much fun on this tour and there is so much that
I didn't get to try I just have to go back!</span></p></description>
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<category>Disneyland</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2011 03:24:24 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disney Good Neighbor Hotels by Agent Cheryl</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 4px; margin-right: 4px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPCheryl/20110404_114.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />The
first Good Neighbor Hotel we toured was the Anabella Hotel which is 1 block
from the Disneyland Theme Parks.  This mission-style hotel was so charming!  We
walked into a beautiful lobby and were warmly greeted by the hotel staff.  </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px; float: right;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPCheryl/AnabellaAdultPool.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Our
tour of the hotel first took us past the adult pool with comfy lounge chairs. 
Beyond the pool was the gym with modern equipment.  There is also a family pool
on property and both pools are heated.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPCheryl/AnabellaStandard.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />We
toured 3 rooms types at this location.  The first was a spacious standard room
with 2 queen beds.  The room was decorated lovely with soft light colors and
white duvet covers on the beds.  <br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px; float: right;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPCheryl/AnabellaJrSuite.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="269" /><br /></span></p>
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This room had 1 queen bed with a twin bed in a separate room.  The junior suite
is perfect for a family of 3 looking for a little extra space. <br /></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPCheryl/AnabellaConciergeSuite.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="269" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">The third room
we toured was a conciege suite.  This room offers </span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">1 king bed and 1
double bed with a separate seating area.  First floor rooms offer a patio. 
</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"> All rooms
feature</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> flat
panel TVs, refrigerator, a coffee maker and full granite bathrooms.  The
concierge rooms come with complimentary continental breakfast, complimentary
access to the business center, later check-out at 1pm, upgraded pillows and
linens as well as dedicated VIP staff and check-in desk.</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px; float: right;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPCheryl/20110404_131.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">After touring the
rooms we stopped by Tangerine which is the onsite Bar &amp; Grill.  This full
service restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner outside on the patio or
inside.  Of course, there is also an onsite gift shop!</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPCheryl/CarouselStandardRm.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Another location we
visited was the Carousel Inn &amp; Suites.  This location is owned by the same
company that owns the </span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Anabella</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">.  The Carousel is
located directly across the street from the Disneyland Theme Parks and from the
breakfast room you could almost reach out and touch the Matterhorn or Space
Mountain!</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px; float: right;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPCheryl/CarouselBreakfastRmView.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="282" /><br /></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">The breakfast room at
this hotel is located on an upper floor and overlooks all of Disneyland.  This
is a great location for evening viewing of the fireworks!</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPCheryl/CarouselStandardRm.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />At this location we
toured 2 rooms.  The first was a standard room which was beautifully decorated,
very similar to the Anabella with 2 queen beds.  The one feature that I loved
about this hotel was the white slatted doors inside the rooms.  These doors
could be shut to close off the bedroom from the bathroom/dressing area giving
guests some privacy.  The other room we toured was a spacious concierge room
with hardwood floors.  All rooms at this location feature</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> TVs,
refrigerator, a coffee maker and full granite bathrooms.  Complimentary Deluxe
Continetal Breakfast is offered daily to all hotel guests.
 </span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">At the
Carousel, they have a rooftop pool which reminds me of the pool on a cruise
ship.  Near the pool is a gym with modern equipement.  </span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">Contact agent Cheryl@smallworldvacations.com for a quote on your Disney vacation.<br /></span></p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-good-neighbor-hotels-by-agent-cheryl</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-good-neighbor-hotels-by-agent-cheryl</guid>
<category>Disney Good Neighbor Hotels</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2011 03:03:26 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Its a Small World ... After All! by Agent Lori</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"> <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPLori/smallworldoutside.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />As
part of Disney's 'Let the Memories Begin' promotion, they were displaying a
visual show on the outside facade of the ride.  Beautiful music, pictures
of little kids experiencing the full Magic of Disney, and families creating
their memories. It was a beautiful show to watch as I stood in line for the
ride!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2011/01/new-projection-show-turns-small-world-into-a-big-canvas-for-the-magic-the-memories-and-you/"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2011/01/new-projection-show-turns-small-world-into-a-big-canvas-for-the-magic-the-memories-and-you/</span></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPLori/small_world_disney.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /> <br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">I
boarded the little boat, as I have done many times in the past, I just happened
to have my camera out.  Luckily I did!  For what I thought was going
to be another ordinary ride on 'Small World' turned out to have new
surprises to capture. <br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPLori/DisneylandAEP2011200.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Riding
along, I first discovered Cinderella, and I had a
fleeting thought, 'wow' that looks like a
Disney character. So, I snapped this photo.<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPLori/DisneylandAEP2011201.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Next, was Pinocchio, and I thought this can't be a
coincidence, so I snapped his photo too. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPLori/DisneylandAEP2011206.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="244" /><br />Followed by Ariel... under the sea!<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPLori/DisneylandAEP2011207.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="262" /><br />Dory and Nemo .... keep swimming!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPLori/DisneylandAEP2011208.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="270" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">Woody from Toy Story makes an appearance on his trusty stead.<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">You can also find Jasmine and Aladdin, Woody and Jesse, Lilo and Stitch, they were all carefully
incorporated into the ' small world'.Have <br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">What had once been a ride that I have been on so many times (with the theme song playing over and over and over), had now become
something new to experience!  Never underestimate Disney's ability to take
a moment and make it new, make it more magical, make it more memorable.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">I absolutely loved
it and you will too</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">. Have fun with your family finding all the not-so-hidden Disney characters... it's not such a Small World after all!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">Contact Lori@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your next Disney vacation.<br /></span></p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/its-a-small-world-after-all-by-agent-lori</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/its-a-small-world-after-all-by-agent-lori</guid>
<category>Disneyland</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2011 02:28:35 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>John Wayne Airport by Agent Jodie</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">When
traveling to Disneyland California
you have several airports to choose from.  The Disneyland Express offers
service from Los Angeles International Airport
and John Wayne
Airport – Orange
County located in Santa Ana California. This airport is much less crowded and much
closer and more convenient if you are traveling directly to
Disneyland.</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">Air
carriers that offer service to the Orange
County airport are Alaska, American, Delta, Continental,
United, Frontier, Southwest and US Airways.  The terminal has 14 gates
which makes it easy to get around.  The food offerings are limited (Starbucks, McDonalds etc) and
they offer a few shops for purchases. </span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"> <a href="http://www.ocair.com/">http://www.ocair.com </a></span></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="assets/content/AEPJodie/JWAirport.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="258" /></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">Once
off the plane it is just a short walk right to the Baggage Claim. My luggage came
quickly and I was walking out of the terminal to pick up the Disneyland Express
within 20 minutes of exiting the plane.  After a short drive
(approximately 35 minutes) I was checking into the Grand Californian Resort!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJodie/Baggage3.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="265" /><br /></span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJodie/Baggage2.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="259" /><br /></span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJodie/Baggage.jpg" alt="" width="250" height="335" /></span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">You can either rent a car or catch a shuttle such as the Disneyland Express. It is just a short drive to The Happiest Place on Earth. <br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJodie/carrental.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="224" /><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJodie/Disneyland-Express-Logo.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="133" /><br /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><a href="http://www.ocair.com/"></a></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"> Let the Magic Begin!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPJodie/DLCastle.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><br /></span></p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/john-wayne-airport-by-agent-jodie</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/john-wayne-airport-by-agent-jodie</guid>
<category>John Wayne Airport</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2011 01:50:13 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disneyland Resort Hotel Pools by Agent Kathy</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><strong>Paradise Pier Hotel Pool</strong><br /><br /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKathy/ParadisePierPool2.jpg" alt="" width="289" height="242" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="assets/content/AEPKathy/ParadisePierPool.JPG" alt="" width="235" height="192" /></span><br /><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><br /></span><br /><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">The Paradise Pier Hotel
pool is very unique as the pool is actually on the 3<sup>rd</sup> floor
roof!  Not only is this a great place to cool off, but at night you can
view Disneyland’s fireworks from this
rooftop.  They even pipe in the firework’s music for you to enjoy!  </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKathy/ParadisePierSlide.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="222" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKathy/ParadisePierWaterSlide.JPG" alt="" width="235" height="192" /><br />The waterslide at the
Paradise Pier Hotel is appropriately named the California Screamin’ waterslide
as it resembles its namesake’s ride in Disney’s California Adventure
Theme Park.  </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><strong>Disneyland Resort Pool</strong><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKathy/DLHPoolwithconstruction.JPG" alt="" width="235" height="313" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKathy/NeverLandPool(2).JPG" alt="" width="235" height="176" /><br />Over at the Disneyland
Hotel, the Never Land Pool remains open for guest’s enjoyment while the new
pool, waterslides and immersive water play area are constructed.  The
Never Land Pool will also be completely redesigned and is scheduled to complete
in the summer of 2012.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSandy/DLHotelPoolRendering.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><br />Due to complete in the
summer of 2011, the new pool area and waterslides will be reminiscent of the
original Monorail station at the Disneyland Hotel.  It will boast two huge
water slides (13 and 26 feet tall) with replica Monorail Cars for guests to
slide down (about 187 feet).  Also being added is an area for younger
children with a two-lane mini slide and bubble jets.  Rental Cabanas will
be added to the new pool area as well.</span></p>
<h3 class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><strong> Grand Californian Resort and Spa Pool</strong><br /></span></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKathy/GrandCalifornianWaterSlide&amp;Pool.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="218" /></span></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="assets/content/AEPKathy/GCPool.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">The Grand Californian
Hotel &amp; Spa has 3 pools in their pool area, the Redwood Pool, the Mariposa
Pool and the Fountain Pool.  The Mariposa and Fountain Pool are a bit more
relaxing while the Redwood Pool has a touch more whimsy with a giant redwood
tree themed waterslide.  There is also a much smaller toddler pool located
here.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKathy/GrandCalifonianCabanas-forrent.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="372" /><br />If you are looking to
rent an Cabana now, I would suggest staying at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel
&amp; Spa.  When you book one of four exclusive Cabanas you can enjoy
deluxe amenities including a flat-screen TV, a safe, wireless internet access
and much more.  As a guest of this hotel, you can contact Guest Services
to check availability and current rates.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKathy/Lifevests.JPG" alt="" width="250" height="294" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKathy/Towels.JPG" alt="" width="325" height="263" /><br />In true Disney fashion,
Disney has a few other offerings to meet guests needs.  Towels and life
vests are available at no additional cost, and for the ultimate relaxation
there are hot tubs at each hotel pool area.  What more could you ask for?</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">Contact agent Kathy@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney vacation.<br /></span></p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disneyland-resort-hotel-pools-by-agent-kathy</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disneyland-resort-hotel-pools-by-agent-kathy</guid>
<category>Disneyland</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:39:55 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disneyland Hotel by Agent Sandy</title>
<description><p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSandy/DLHotelPoolRendering.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">The Disneyland Hotel is
getting a makeover including a brand new pool and immersive water play area, a
complete redesign of the Neverland Pool and a new themed restaurant and bar as
well as the re-theming of the hotel’s three guest room towers. <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSandy/DLHotelPoolConstructionSandy.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSandy/DLPoolView.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">You can watch the Disney magic unfold from your Disneyland Hotel room in the Dream Tour. The pool is going to be AMAZING!</span></p>
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rooms at the Disneyland Hotel offer either a king-size bed or two queen-size
beds and will accommodate up to five people.    These rooms
(which include complimentary wired or wireless internet) have a whimsical headboard
that lights up and plays “A Dream is a Wish your Heart Makes†<br /></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSandy/PiratesSuiteDLHotelSandy.jpg" alt="" width="360" height="480" /><br />The Disneyland
Hotel boasts 60 one, two and three bedroom suites including unique suites with
special themes like the 1,400 sq ft Pirates of the Caribbean Suite.</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><br /></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSandy/DLHotelHatEntranceSandy.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><br />After visiting
the Disneyland Park, California Adventure or Downtown Disney return “home†to
the Disneyland Hotel walking right under Sorcerer Mickey’s hat! </span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSandy/DLHDreamsTowerConcierge4.jpg" alt="" width="480" height="360" /><br />The Disneyland Hotel Concierge
Lounge is located on the 11th floor of the current Dreams tower and is open
from 6:30 am. to 10:00 pm daily.  </span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPSandy/DLHotelConciergeViewMKSandy.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;"><br />Besides offering tasty treats and
beverages it offers a breathtaking view of the Disneyland
fireworks complete with piped in music. What a magical way to end your
evening! <br /><br /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">Contact agent Sandy@smallworldvacations.com for a price quote on your Disneyland vacation.</span></p>
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<p><strong><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaren/Karen1.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></strong><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaren/KarenOutsideDCL.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;">You will definitely
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<p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;">Disney
welcomes you with open arms into a beautiful terminal and then onto
the Wonder.   <br />
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<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaren/DCLBuildingKaren.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaren/MountainDCLKaren.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><br />The Port of Los Angeles is located not too far from Disneyland Resort which allows guests to
visit Disneyland and Disney’s California
Adventure before or after their Mexican Riviera cruise. <br /></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaren/KarenDCLBusStop.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaren/TaxisDCLKaren.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="223" /></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;">When you depart the ship, there is a convenient bus stop or taxis to take you to your next destination.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaren/SmokestackKaren.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AEPKaren/PartnersKaren.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="400" /><br /><br />So, next time you ponder a warm
Mexican Riviera cruise on the Disney Wonder, make sure to add a few nights at the Disneyland Resort in Southern California.
 With all of the new attractions and show at the parks, this is one destination
you won’t want to miss out on!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri; color: black;">Contact Karen@smallworldvacations.com for a price quote.<br /></span></p>
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<p> For the first time ever, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>®
will set sail from three new ports in 2012 - New York, Seattle and
Galveston - making the Disney family cruise vacation more accessible to guests around the country. There are also more itinerary choices
than ever before, including one special voyage to Hawai'i. </p>
<p>As an exclusive benefit to Platinum/Gold
Castaway Club Members, bookings will open via phone at 8 a.m. EDT on
Thursday, April 7, 2011. All other Clients (online, GDS or
by phone) beginning at 8 a.m. EDT on Friday, April 8, 2011.</p>
<h3>Contact <a>www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote today!<br /></h3>
<p><strong><span class="h1-dta">New York Sailings</span></strong><br />
Beginning May 25, 2012, the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Magic</span>® will sail a total of 20 cruises from New York. </p>
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<li><a href="/disney-cruise" target="_blank">8-night Bahamian cruises</a> include a day at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Castaway Cay</span> and a stop at Port Canaveral, gateway to the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>® Resort. As part of this itinerary, your Client will receive a one-day <span class="nomenclature-dta">Park Hopper</span>® Ticket and roundtrip transportation between the ship and resort. </li>
<li><a href="/disney-cruise" target="_blank">5-night Canadian/New England</a> cruises will visit Halifax, Nova Scotia, and Saint John, New Brunswick. </li>
<li><a href="/disney-cruise" target="_blank">2-night cruises</a> are perfect for Clients looking for a quick getaway at sea over a weekend. </li>
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<p><strong><span class="h1-dta">Seattle Sailings</span></strong><br />
Beginning May 28, 2012, the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Wonder</span>® will sail a total of 14 cruises to Alaska from the Port of Seattle, Wash.</p>
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<li><a href="/disney-cruise" target="_blank">7-night Alaskan cruises</a> will call on Tracy Arm, Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan plus Victoria, British Columbia. </li>
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<p><strong><span class="h1-dta">Galveston Sailings</span></strong><br />
Beginning Sept. 22, 2012, the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Magic</span> will sail 12 cruises from the Port of Galveston, Texas.</p>
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<li><a href="/disney-cruise" target="_blank">7-night Western Caribbean cruises</a> will visit Costa Maya and Cozumel in Mexico, as well as Grand Cayman. </li>
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<p><strong><span class="h1-dta">Los Angeles Sailings</span></strong><br />
In addition to 7-night Mexican Riviera cruises, the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Wonder</span> will set sail on Disney's first-ever voyage to Hawai'i on April 29, 2012.</p>
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<li><a href="/disney-cruise" target="_blank">15-night Hawaiian cruise</a>
departs from the Port of Los Angeles and includes stops at Hilo;
Kahului, Maui; Honolulu, Oahu; Nawiliwili, Kauai and Ensenada, Mexico. </li>
<li><a href="/disney-cruise" target="_blank">7-night Pacific Coast cruises</a> will call on San Francisco, San Diego and Ensenada, Mexico. </li>
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<p>The <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Dream</span>â„¢ will continue to sail 3-, 4- and 5-night Bahamian cruises. The new <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>â„¢
will offer Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries, beginning with
the maiden voyage on March 31, 2012. Sail dates for both ships are now
available through December 2012. </p>
<p>Contact <a>www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote today.</p>
<p><a href="/blog/post.cfm/small-world-vacations-onboard-credit-offer">Get up to $650 in Onboard Credit from Small World Vacations. For Details, click here.</a></p>
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<p>To better accommodate their guests, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>® is adjusting both dining and show times onboard the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Dream</span>â„¢. </p>
<p>Main dining will begin at 5:45 p.m., with second dining beginning at 8:15 p.m. </p>
<p>There are now only two evening performances in the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Theatre</span>: at 6:15 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. You can attend the performance that best complements their assigned dining time. In addition, there are special matinee performances of two popular shows – <span class="nomenclature-dta">Villains Tonight</span>! and <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney’s Believe</span>. </p>
<p>Remember to check their daily Personal Navigator for any updates throughout the cruise. </p>
Contact <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote on your Disney Cruise.</div>
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<p>Explore how events in Walt Disney's life helped shape the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>® Resort and the attractions within it during a new tour. The “Walt Disney: Marceline to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Kingdom</span>®â€ tour will use the Park as a walking timeline to help guests discover how the events in Walt's life helped develop his understanding and view of the world around him.</p>
<p>The three-hour tour is available Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays each week, starting at 8:15 a.m. Call 407-WDW-TOUR for prices and to register. All guests must be at least 12 years old to participate. </p>
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<p>If you are a fan of Captain Jack Sparrow and the “Pirates of the Caribbean†series of films, then you won’t want to miss an exciting new pirate experience coming to Disneyland Park. Beginning March 25, you can join Jack and a crew of rowdy pirates at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>® Park for an exclusive, extended 3D film sequence – a sneak peek of the new Walt Disney Pictures release, “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides†(opening May 20). </p>
<p>It’ll be “all hands on deck†as you take on the role of pirates and enter the Festival Arena at Big Thunder Ranch to “set sail†for high adventure with Captain Jack and many of the new pirate stars in a unique, immersive 3D film experience, featuring a scene from the new movie. </p>
<p>Along with viewing the exclusive sneak peek, you can join Jack’s crew as they interact with a group of rollicking, marauding misfits who will teach the basics of the buccaneer trade. Along the way, you can fortify your courage with a mug of pirate grog (non-alcoholic, of course), and purchase swords, hats, eye patches and exclusive “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides†souvenirs. </p>
<p>You can experience “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides – Sneak Peek,†only at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Park, on weekend nights March 25 – May 30, and seven nights a week April 15 – May 1, from after dusk to Park closing. (The <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Park Show Times Guide will feature specific sailing times.) </p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">Entertainment and schedule are subject to change. </p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">Contact <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote on your Disneyland vacation.</p>
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<p>Walt Disney Imagineering recently unveiled a new interactive queue at the Haunted Mansion attraction at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Kingdom</span>® Park.</p>
<p>You can now view a new story line inspired by some of your favorite characters, previously seen only inside the Haunted Mansion. Throughout the interactive queue, you will find new crypts and other “spooky†sights, as well as tombstones with witty epitaphs to the dearly departed, such as “Drink A Toast To Our Friend Ken, Fill Your Glass And Don’t Say ‘When.’†</p>
<p>This Haunted Mansion revamp is one of several enhancements being made to queue lines throughout the Park to help increase interactivity during your wait. </p>
<p>The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh attraction in Fantasyland also recently received some queue enhancements. A towering honey tree now welcomes you at the entrance of the new queue, which younger guests are welcome to climb through and explore. Later on, you can communicate with a timid Piglet, stomp your feet to scare pesky gophers out of Rabbit’s garden, drum a tune on Rabbit’s fruit and ensure Pooh has plenty of delicious honey to look forward to by guiding honeybees on their journey to and from beehives. You can even draw pictures in walls of virtual honey poured by Pooh himself – all before setting foot on the attraction. </p>
<p>Contact <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote for your Walt Disney World vacation.</p>
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<p class="div_content contentCopy">On an <span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventures by Disney</span>® guided group vacation, you can experience the heart and soul of the places they visit. That’s because <span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventures by Disney</span> vacationers explore off-the-beaten-path places and enjoy unexpected experiences, which is part of what makes these guided vacations different from other types of tours. </p>
<p class="div_content contentCopy">You can learn Tai Chi from a seasoned master along the banks of a river in China. Or track wild animals with a wily bush ranger in South Africa. Or spend the night in a luxurious castle that was once home to Irish kings. It’s all part of the Disney difference, and every aspect of these adventures is steeped in authenticity and is rich in history. </p>
<p class="div_content contentCopy">You can rest easy knowing that you’ll get just what you expect from Disney, including VIP treatment throughout your vacation. When you are traveling with <span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventures by Disney</span> will get special behind-the-scenes access, exclusive events, backstage admittance, specialized performances and entertainment, special gifts and surprises, and more. </p>
<p class="div_content contentCopy">Here are just a few examples: </p>
<p class="div_content contentCopy">In Wyoming you can join cowboys and saloon girls for lunch at a popular Western playhouse. Your “home on the range†for part of the journey is a historic dude ranch that offers a balance of comfort and rustic charm – as well as a view of some breathtaking scenery. <br /><br />In Australia you’ll throw a boomerang with Tjapukai Aboriginal tribal members, explore the Great Barrier Reef with a marine biologist and interact with Aussie cowboys. </p>
<p class="div_content contentCopy">While exploring Montana and Alberta, Canada you will sail within yards of gigantic glaciers, then disembark to hike scenic trails and shoreline. You will learn more about the majestic land from a Blackfeet Native American storyteller, who shares his tribe's timeless tales. Also, you’ll have the chance to saddle up for a horseback ride or board a Conestoga wagon and head down the scenic Sundance Canyon Trail. </p>
<p>And, regardless of where your journeys take your, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Adventures by Disney</span> Adventure Guides will make you feel right at home. </p>
<p>Contact <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com/">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote on your Disney Adventure today!</p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/get-to-know-the-locals-and-feel-like-one-too</link>
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<p>As days get longer and the weather gets warmer it’s time to get  excited about summer 2011 at the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>® Resort. </p>
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<li>Grand opening June 3: At <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney California Adventure</span>™ Park, get ready for an all-new voyage with one of Disney’s most beloved characters, Ariel. <span class="nomenclature-dta">The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure</span> will invite you to take a journey under the sea to experience all the fun and adventures in Ariel’s world. From the great songs to state-of-the-art animatronics and special effects, you will become a part of her world in a way that’s never happened before. </li>
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<p>The Little Mermaid attraction is the next big milestone in the expansion of <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney California Adventure</span> Park. “World of Color†debuted last year, featuring the magic of choreographed fountains, lights, lasers, music, animation and Disney storytelling. And on the horizon, you can see the Cadillac Mountain range taking shape as the backdrop to the 12-acre Cars Land, which opens in 2012. </p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/What's New/2011/dlr_StarTours_220.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br />Across the esplanade at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>® Park, you can spend the summer dancing to the beat of a whole new parade and jetting off to new galaxies far, far away. </p>
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<li>May 27 Premiere: “Mickey’s Soundsational Parade†officially steps off for Memorial Day weekend, with an explosive musical score, thrilling rhythms and bold percussion that will have you dancing to many of their favorite Disney tunes. The parade features whimsical float units, live musicians and some favorite characters. Mickey Mouse and his pals will be jamming like never before. </li>
<li>Grand opening June 3: And for those who dare to venture into the deep, dark corners of the universe, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Star Tours – The Adventures Continue</span> officially launches in Tomorrowland at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Park, taking you non interstellar adventures to Coruscant, Tatooine, and other destinations in the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Star Wars</span>® galaxy. With the return of favorite <span class="nomenclature-dta">Star Wars</span> characters, and the addition of more familiar faces and destinations, your Clients are going to experience Starspeeder travel in an all-new way … in 3D! </li>
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<p>Along with these three exciting additions, you will find even more fun this summer at the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Resort. </p>
<p>Contact <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote on a Disneyland vacation today!</p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/opening-dates-are-set-for-a-disneyland-soundsational-summer</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/opening-dates-are-set-for-a-disneyland-soundsational-summer</guid>
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<p> On May 20, 2011, the power of the Force and the magic of Disney will combine once again to create an unforgettable new <span class="nomenclature-dta">Star Wars</span>â„¢ adventure: <span class="nomenclature-dta">Star Tours</span>®<span class="nomenclature-dta">–The Adventures Continue</span>–now in 3D at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney’s Hollywood Studios</span>®! </p>
<p>While
visiting that “galaxy far, far away,†experience a
new story, plus a chance to fly with some of their favorite characters
like C-3PO, R2-D2, Princess Leia and even Darth Vader! You’ll never
know which of these classic characters will appear during this flight to
the furthest reaches of the universe. </p>
<p>Plus, you’ll travel the galaxy like never before in the all-new Starspeeder 1000! </p>
<p>Glide
among the trees with Wookiees on Kashyyyk, kick up some sand across the
desert in a podrace on Tatooine and even submerge into the lake waters
of Naboo. Or, weave through the busy city planet of Coruscant, blast
through the blizzards of Hoth and even explore the trenches of the Death
Star! With multiple ways to experience each flight, you will
never know where the Force might take you! And with each adventure, you can see the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Star Wars</span>™ universe in an all new way…in 3D! </p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/star-tours-the-adventures-continue-opens-may-20</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/star-tours-the-adventures-continue-opens-may-20</guid>
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<p>Later this spring, face-to-face meetings with Mickey Mouse will
move into a permanent new location at Town Square Theater, located
inside the current Exposition Hall area at the entrance of <span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Kingdom</span>® Park.</p>
<p>You will be able to obtain a <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's FASTPASS</span>®
ticket specifying a one-hour window when you can return to see the
popular character for hugs, photos and autographs -- without waiting in
the standby queue. This marks the first time the complimentary,
computerized service has been utilized for a character meet-and-greet at
any Disney Park. </p>
<p>Inspired by animated shorts such as <span class="nomenclature-dta">The Nifty Nineties</span> and <span class="nomenclature-dta">Mickey's Grand Opera</span>,
this building befits Mickey's stardom -- with a grand-Victorian-theater
elevation, including a marquee that glistens with gold-leaf trim and
sparkles with lights. Inside, there's a mosaic floor, lush curtains with
gold rope tie-backs and polished-brass chandeliers. </p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/get-a-disney-s-fastpass-to-meet-mickey-mouse</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/get-a-disney-s-fastpass-to-meet-mickey-mouse</guid>
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<description><p>Here is what MouseSavers.com advises when purchasing Disneyland Theme Park Passes:<br /><br /><strong>Where NOT to Buy Disneyland Tickets</strong> </p>
<p>There are lots of legitimate ways to get discounted Disneyland tickets. Unfortunately, there are also some ways to get ripped off. </p>
<p>You should <strong>never buy partially used passes</strong>. For instance, someone may claim they bought a 4-day ticket and ended up using only 2 days of it, so they are reselling the remaining 2 days. Sounds good, right? The trouble is, there is absolutely no way to tell whether the pass does, in fact, have the number of days remaining that the seller claims, until you get to the gate and see if it works. If it doesn't, Disney will not be sympathetic, because Disney tickets are nontransferable. That means they can legally be used only by the original purchaser. </p>
<p><strong>It is a very bad idea to buy Disney passes on eBay or Craigslist.</strong> Unfortunately both of these online resources are extremely popular with con artists. Recently scammers have even taken to presenting fake "invoices" or "receipts" that seem to be from legitimate businesses that supposedly sold them the tickets. They always have some sad story about buying nonrefundable tickets, and now they can't go, and they just want to get some of their money back. But the passes they sell you are partially or completely used up, or were never valid to begin with. Tickets can look perfectly new and real, yet be worthless. For example, they may be selling real Disney ticket stock shoplifted from supermarkets or other stores, but since the tickets were never paid for, they have not been validated and they have zero value.</p>
<p>There is no way to find out if the tickets you buy from a stranger (or even "a friend of a friend") are any good in advance of your trip. You are very likely to arrive at the gate and find out you have invalid passes. Here is a <a href="http://www.10news.com/news/20843268/detail.html" target="_blank">news story</a> and <a href="http://ocresort.freedomblogging.com/2009/09/23/man-arrested-for-selling-fake-disneyland-passes/19269/" target="_blank">another story</a> about this type of scam.</p>
<p><strong>However, there are <a href="http://www.mousesavers.com/dltickets.html#ares">legitimate, authorized ticket brokers</a> that have contracts with Disney and sell NEW, UNUSED Disney passes at a discount!</strong></p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/craigs-list-disneyland-tickets-warning</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/craigs-list-disneyland-tickets-warning</guid>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2011 22:31:39 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p><em><strong><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DCLRugMap.jpg" alt="" width="219" height="193" /></strong></em><br /><em><strong>What would you do if you had $25 - $650 onboard credit to use just for fun on your Disney Cruise.....???? </strong></em>( http://www.smallworldvacations.com/disney-cruise/onboard-credit-promotion) </p>
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<li><em>Experience one-of-a-kind shore excursions? <br />(Shore excursions must be arranged by Disney Cruise to qualify)</em> </li>
<li><em>Indulge in luxurious Spa Treatments?</em> </li>
<li><em>Kick back and relax with a tropical beverage?</em> </li>
<li><em>Capture Disney Cruiseline Magic with lasting photos?</em> </li>
<li><em>Relive your cruise memories with souvenirs &amp; gifts?</em> </li>
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<p><em><strong>Decisions, decisions, decisions...!</strong></em> </p>
<p align="center"><br /><strong><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #990066; font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold;">Small World Vacations 2011 - 2012 Onboard Credit Offer</span></strong></p>
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<p><br /><span style="font-size: xx-small;">TERMS AND CONDITIONS: *2011 - 2012 Onboard credit amount is listed in US Dollars and is based on the cruise fare only and does not include taxes, insurance, transfers, airfare or hotel stays. Valid on qualifying new 2011 or 2012 Disney Cruises booked 9/1/10 - 12/10/12 through Small World Vacations, Inc. Previously booked 2011 Small World Vacations reservations may be eligible for this offer - ask your agent. Transferred Disney Cruise reservations are not eligible for this offer. Cruise sail date must occur between 1/1/11 and 12/31/12. One Small World Vacations, Inc. Onboard Cruising Credit per reservation. If the cruise reservation is modified before or after final payment and this results in a price change, the Onboard Cruising Credit amount will be adjusted accordingly. Complimentary upgrades from Disney do not constitute a change in Onboard Credit amount. If cruise reservation is canceled at any time, the Onboard Cruising Credit Offer is null and void and cannot be transferred or redeemed as cash. Any unused Onboard Credit is not redeemable for cash or credit. The Onboard Cruising Credit can be used for most valid charges incurred while on the Disney Cruise including gratuities, alcoholic beverages, Disney organized shore excursions, ship board and Castaway Cay spa treatments, photographs, souvenirs and activities on Castaway Cay and the Disney Cruise. The onboard credit is not valid for purchases in port or shore excursions that are not arranged by Disney Cruiseline. Subject to change without notice.</span></p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/small-world-vacations-onboard-credit-offer</link>
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<description><p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">My husband Tom and his brother, Rickey, recently
went to Walt Disney World alone… without me, my sister-in-law Barbara or any of
our kids. And they had the time of their lives! They are huge sports fans and
they couldn’t pass up the chance to experience ESPN, the Weekend. Imagine two
middle aged guys running around Disney’s Hollywood
studios like little kids without ever going on a single ride. What a thrill to
see sport legends like Dr. J, Bernie Williams, Mariano Rivera, Tony Dorsett, Darrelle
Revis, Cliff Lee, Donald Driver, Greg Jennings and Cal Ripken, Jr. Not to mention a few Miami Dolphin Cheerleaders....</span>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ESPN2011/StreetESPN2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="273" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><br />This is NOT Tom and Rickey. Just some wacky fans having fun!<br /><br /></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ESPN2011/WackyTomRickESPN2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="249" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><br />THIS is Tom and Rickey.<br /><br /></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ESPN2011/ESPNCrowd2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="261" /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><br />Fans in the Crowd show their colors. Go Pack!<br /><br /></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ESPN2011/CourtHarlemGlobeESPN2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="279" /><br />Harlem Globetrotters setting up for some B-ball with fans. Where else can you do this?<br /><br /></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ESPN2011/GuythrowingESPN2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="354" /><br />Fan throws some heat</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"> in the ESPN Sports Zone.<br /><br /></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ESPN2011/RayTrophyESPN2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="240" /><br />Rickey's friend, Ray Wright, poses with a replica of the NBA championship trophy. (FYI.. the other guys are cardboard LOL)<br /><br /></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ESPN2011/StumptheSchwabESPN2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="243" /><br />Can you stump the "Schwab", in the ultimate sports trivia challenge?<br /><br /></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ESPN2011/TheSchwabESPN2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="243" /><br />Go head-to-head with Howie, the Schwab himself at ESPN - The Weekend!<br /><br /></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ESPN2011/anotherguyESPN2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="279" /><br />Mike Golic of Mike and Mike in the Morning Show signs some autographs for fans.<br /><br /></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ESPN2011/StageESPN2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="239" /><br />Mike Golic interviews Green Bay Packers Super Bowl Champs, Greg Jennings and Donald Driver under the Sorcerer's Hat in Hollywood Studios.<br /><br /><br /></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ESPN2011/GregJenningsESPN2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="241" /><br />Green Bay Packer 2010 Super Bowl Champ, Greg Jennings and Minnie. Where's Mickey?<br /></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ESPN2011/DonaldDriver2ESPN2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="240" /><br />Green Bay Packers Wide Receiver, Donald Driver delivers a championship smile!<br /><br /><br /></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ESPN2011/BernieESPN2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="273" /><br />Yankee Legend, Bernie Williams in Motorcade down Hollywood Boulevard. Bernie goes Boom!<br /><br /><br /></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ESPN2011/DrJ2ESPN2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="263" /></span><br /><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Legendary Basketball Star, Julius Erving, "Dr. J" waves to the ESPN crowd.<br /><br /></span></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/ESPN2011/CheerleadersESPN2011.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="442" /><br />A Bro-venture is not complete without a few Miami Dolphin Cheerleaders.</p>
<p>Tom and Rickey will be back for more in 2012. Contact www.smallworldvacations.com to put you on a wait list for next year's ESPN - the Weekend.</p>
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<div style="text-align: left;"><em><span style="font-size: medium;"></span></em>LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- Marquee stars from the NFL, MLB, NBA and
NCAA, plus well-known ESPN on-air personalities, are headed back to Walt
Disney World Resort for the eighth annual <strong>Dick's Sporting Goods presents ESPN The Weekend</strong>
-- a sports-themed weekend March 4-6 where fans have a one-of-a-kind
opportunity see and hear many of their favorite athletes and ESPN
personalities.<br /><br /></div>
<p>This year's lineup at Disney's Hollywood Studios features more than
35 athletes and ESPN stars, including former University of Florida
football coach and current ESPN college football analyst <strong>Urban Meyer</strong>, Cincinnati Bengals receiver <strong><strong>Chad Ochocinco</strong></strong>, N.Y. Jets running back <strong><strong>LaDainian Tomlinson</strong></strong>, Arizona Cardinals receiver <strong><strong>Larry Fitzgerald</strong></strong>, NBA Hall of Famer <strong><strong>Julius "Dr. J" Erving </strong></strong>and MLB Hall of Famer <strong><strong>Cal Ripken, Jr</strong>.</strong>, plus former NFL star <strong><strong>Derrick Brooks</strong></strong>, ex-NBA great <strong>Alonzo Mourning </strong>and current Orlando Magic players.</p>
<p><strong>Mike Golic </strong>and Mike Greenberg, hosts of the popular "Mike
&amp; Mike in the Morning" show, return as co-hosts of the event, and
will broadcast live March 3-4 from ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at
Disney. They will be joined by several fellow ESPN personalities such as
"The Herd" host Colin Cowherd, "Monday Night Football's" Ron Jaworski
and MLB analyst Nomar Garciaparra.</p>
<p>Additional ESPN personalities include, <strong>Tedy Bruschi</strong>, <strong>Linda Cohn</strong>, <strong>Herm Edwards</strong>, <strong>John Kruk</strong>, <strong>Karl Ravech</strong>, <strong>Bobby Valentine </strong>and Trey Wingo. <br />
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Other athletes expected to participate are Donald Driver and Greg
Jennings (Super Bowl champion Green Bay Packers), Anquan Boldin
(Baltimore Ravens), Brandon Jacobs (NY Giants), Rashard Mendenhall
(Pittsburgh Steelers), Darrelle Revis (NY Jets), Bart Scott (NY Jets),
Roddy White (Atlanta Falcons), DeAngelo Williams (Carolina Panthers) and
Jason Witten (Dallas Cowboys); Mariano Rivera and Joba Chamberlain (NY
Yankees); Frank Thomas and Bernie Williams (MLB legends); Mia Hamm (U.S.
Women's soccer legend); Karl Malone and Gary Payton (NBA legends); and
Tony Dorsett and Mike Singletary (NFL Hall of Famers). <br />
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The complete list of ESPN personalities and sports celebrities expected to attend is detailed at <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.espntheweekend.com/" target="_new">www.espntheweekend.com</a></span> (Click on <em>Who's Coming</em>).</p>
<p>For the first time in the event's history, several popular sports team mascots will participate in the event, including the <strong>Phillie Phanatic </strong>(Philadelphia Phillies), <strong>Albert E. Gator </strong>(University of Florida), the <strong>Penn State Nittany Lion</strong>, the <strong>Oregon Duck</strong>, <strong>Homer The Brave </strong>(Atlanta Braves), <strong>Captain Fear the Buccaneer </strong>(Tampa Bay Buccaneers) and <strong>Sebastian the Ibis </strong>(University of Miami).</p>
<p>In addition to athlete appearances, ESPN The Weekend will feature
on-site telecasts of popular ESPN programs (beginning Thursday, March 3)
at Disney's Hollywood Studios and ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at
Disney, including "Baseball Tonight," "First Take," "Mike &amp; Mike in
the Morning," "NFL Live" and "Friday Night Fights;" motorcades and
Q&amp;A sessions with athletes and ESPN personalities; Inside ESPN
sports shows with commentators and athletes; and the ESPN Sports Zone
interactive area where fans can interact with their favorite sports
stars. There will also be Atlanta Braves spring training games taking
place at ESPN Wide World of Sports, including a March 3 game against the
Tigers that airs on ESPN with new "Sunday Night Baseball'' crew <strong>Dan Shulman</strong>, <strong>Orel Hershiser </strong>and <strong>Valentine</strong>.</p>
<p>To find the latest updates on Twitter for ESPN The Weekend, go to @DisneySports and search #ESPNWKND</p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>LIVE ON-SITE BROADCASTS AND STAGE SHOWS</strong></span></p>
<p>ESPN will present live telecasts -- including "Baseball Tonight,"
"First Take" and "NFL Live" from a set in front of Mickey's Sorcerer's
Hat on Hollywood Boulevard at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Park guests
will have a chance to appear on-air via crowd shots while watching the
programming on video screens. Popular ESPN Radio shows "Mike &amp; Mike
in the Morning" and "The Herd" with Colin Cowherd will be broadcast live
from the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex March 3-4.</p>
<p>As Major League Baseball Spring Training games get underway in
Florida, ESPN's on-site program lineup will feature a special two-hour
"Baseball Tonight" with host <strong>Ravech </strong>and analysts <strong>Garciaparra</strong>, <strong>Kruk </strong>and <strong>Valentine </strong>from
the theme park March 6 at 4 p.m. ET as ESPN's popular baseball news,
information and highlights show kicks off its 21st season.</p>
<p>ESPN Deportes' "Beisbol Esta Noche" with <strong>Carolina Guillen </strong>and <strong>Candy Maldonado </strong>will broadcast from Disney's Hollywood Studios, while "Jorge Ramos y Su Banda," with <strong>Jorge Ramos</strong>, <strong>Hernan Pereyra</strong> and<strong> <strong>Jose del Valle</strong></strong>, will go live from ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.</p>
<p>Radio Disney's on-air personality Ernie D will be broadcasting live
from ESPN The Weekend on Saturday, March 5 and Sunday, March 6 at 2 p.m.
ET, featuring interviews with athletes.</p>
<p>Additionally, live stage shows will bring fans and guests
behind-the-scenes of some of the network's most popular programs,
including "Baseball Tonight," "First Take," "NFL Live" and "Stump the
Schwab." The shows will provide an inside look at favorite athletes,
teams and ESPN programs. Fans can get into the action themselves by
asking questions directly to ESPN personalities and athletes.</p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>ESPN SPORTS ZONE INTERACTIVE AREA</strong></span></p>
<p>The ESPN Sports Zone will give guests of all ages the opportunity to
test their skills at a wide variety of sports. MLB-, NBA-, NFL- and
BASS-themed interactive areas within the Zone will have fans swinging
for the fences, shooting baskets and throwing passes, as well as Dick's
Sporting Goods' Sports Caravan, a multi-sport interactive area.</p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>ESPN RADIO'S MIKE &amp; MIKE HOST "ULTIMATE GUY'S WEEKEND"</strong></span></p>
<p>ESPN Radio's "Mike &amp; Mike in the Morning" will broadcast live
from ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Thursday and Friday, March 3-4
(6-10 a.m. ET). Co-hosts <strong>Mike Greenberg </strong>and <strong>Mike Golic </strong>will also host the "Ultimate Guy's Weekend" during ESPN The Weekend, including activities such a round of golf, <em>Friday Night Fights</em>,
a clambake and much more. ESPN Radio's popular morning-drive show
launched in January 2000 and today is heard (and seen on ESPN2) by more
than 12 million listeners each week on more than 350 stations
nationwide.</p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><span><strong>YANKEE LEGEND TO PERFORM NIGHTLY</strong></span></span></p>
<p>Four-time MLB world champion turned classical guitarist <strong>Bernie Williams</strong>,
who closed out last year's event with a live performance on "Baseball
Tonight," returns and will perform all three nights at the Sorcerer Hat
Stage to close out the day's activities. The former New York Yankee
outfielder, who plays and composes his own music, has released two
albums, <em>The Journey Within </em>and <em>Moving Forward</em>.</p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>FRIDAY NIGHT FIGHTS</strong></span></p>
<p>ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex will host its first-ever "Friday
Night Fights" on March 4, with six professional bouts planned for the
Jostens Center. The marquee event features two undefeated fighters, NABF
Light Heavyweight Champion <strong>Ismayl Sillakh </strong>(14-0-0) and challenger <strong>Yordanis Despaigne </strong>(8-0-0), headlining a series of bouts scheduled to air on ESPN2 at 9 p.m. ET.</p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>5K ROAD RACE AND FUN RUN</strong></span></p>
<p>The Champion 5K at Dick's Sporting Goods Presents ESPN The Weekend
returns for its third year at Disney's Hollywood Studios on Saturday,
March 5, at 7 a.m., challenging runners along the course with ESPN and
sports trivia and will feature athletes and ESPN personalities,
including <strong>Jay Crawford</strong>, <strong>Dana Jacobson </strong>and <strong>Trey Wingo</strong>.
The 5K will benefit The V Foundation for Cancer Research, and all
participants will receive a T-shirt and finisher's medal. There will
also be a Fun Run for kids at 8 a.m. To register, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rundisney.com/" target="_new">runDisney.com</a></span>.</p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>TICKETING AND ADMISSION</strong></span></p>
<p>Event activities are included in regular admission to Disney's
Hollywood Studios. The Walt Disney World innovative ticket pricing
system, Magic Your Way, provides guests with the opportunity to
customize their vacations and Florida residents can save on tickets all
year long. Separate tickets must be purchased for events at ESPN Wide
World of Sports Complex.</p>
<p>Contact SmallWorld Vacations to book your 2012 ESPN - The Weekend. Dates to be determined.</p>
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<p> In a dramatic new projection show filled with special effects and magic, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Cinderella Castle</span> at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>® Resort and “it’s a small world†at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>® Resort transform into shimmering canvases for images of park Guests and the memories they made that day. </p>
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the nighttime spectacle, photos of Guests captured that very day in the
park are projected larger-than-life among the spires and turrets of <span class="nomenclature-dta">Cinderella Castle</span>
and onto the “it’s a small world†façade. The ten-minute experience –
called “The Magic, The Memories, and You!†– dazzles park Guests on both
coasts in ways never before experienced, themed to beloved Disney
stories and with playful animated sequences that seem to defy the
architecture of the buildings. </p>
<p>As many as 500 images shot that day project onto the icon surfaces each night the show is presented, producers estimate. </p>
<p>As
classic Disney music weaves in and out of the new “Let the Memories
Begin†theme song, these classic park icons magically transform in
playful and exciting ways to accompany the Guests’ memories of fun,
adventure and family experiences. </p>
<p>As Disney Parks encourages
families to “Let the Memories Begin,†Guests have been celebrating their
only-at-Disney memories by sharing their stories and by uploading
photos and videos online at DisneyParks.com/memories. </p>
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<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>® has recently announced that, for departures through April 17, 2011, the 7-night and 10-night Mexican Riviera itineraries will replace calls to Mazatlán with an additional call to Cabo San Lucas. The decision to modify the Mexican Riviera itineraries was made in part due to the changing environment in Mazatlán and our continued focus on making the safety of our Guests a top priority. Guests/travel partners with reservations will be receiving a letter advising of the itinerary change. </p>
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<p>The 10-night April 17, 2011 sailing, has also replaced Mazatlán with Cabo San Lucas.</p>
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<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>® is modifying its 10- and 11-night European Cruise itineraries aboard the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Magic</span>® to include a call in Palermo, Italy, replacing a stop in Tunis. </p>
<p>The decision was made in part due to the changing political environment in Tunis and the recent Travel Alert issued by the U.S. Department of State for Tunisia. </p>
<p>As always, our first concern is for the safety and well being of Guests. We believe this change is necessary to provide the best family vacation experience for the European cruise itineraries. </p>
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<p> Some exciting new changes will debut this week with an enhanced online check-in process for <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>®,
“My Online Check-In.†You now can look forward to a
more intuitive and streamlined input with improved technology that makes
it easier and quicker to complete the necessary forms. In addition, a
new animated video has been created featuring Goofy, who can help you walk through the process. </p>
<p>Here are some of the enhancements: </p>
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<li>More easily understood, smaller sections to simplify the process. </li>
<li>Ability to easily enter information for the entire traveling party. </li>
<li>Ability to enter shared information (such as home address) once and apply to additional members of the traveling party. </li>
<li>If a Guest has cruised with Disney before some information
automatically populates, such as address or passport information,
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<p>A <span class="nomenclature-dta">NEW</span> feature is the Port
Arrival Time. To improve the flow of arriving Guests at each departure
port and minimize check-in wait times, a Port Arrival Time will now be
assigned. Please note that the assigned arrival time is not an indicator
of the actual time for boarding the ship. </p>
<p>Each arrival time slot has a limited number of spaces. Therefore,
Clients should be encouraged to complete their online check-in as soon
as possible in order to have access to the largest selection of
available arrival times. </p>
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<li>This is not applicable to Concierge and Platinum Guests, who can arrive at any time. </li>
<li>Clients who purchase <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span> Air or Ground Transportation will not need to select a time. </li>
<li>For Clients with independently purchased air, only times appropriate for their flight arrival time will appear. </li>
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<p>As a reminder, Guests are given access to “My Online Check-in†as follows: </p>
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<li>Concierge and Platinum <a href="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/portal/site/dta-domestic/menuitem.102581f168f790b8a96a8546712071ca/?vgnextoid=380d09249f9fc010VgnVCM100000170217acRCRD">Castaway Club</a>: 120 days in advance </li>
<li>Gold Castaway Club: 105 days in advance </li>
<li>Silver Castaway Club: 90 days in advance </li>
<li>First Time Cruiser: 75 days in advance </li>
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<p>If you  have already fully completed the online
check-in process for an upcoming cruise (prior to these enhancements),
any submitted information will be transferred over. However, Guests are
encouraged to login and select a Port Arrival time. </p>
<p>To see a preview of the new process, <a id="nostrip" href="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/DCL/DCL_OnlineCheckIn.pdf" target="_blank">click here</a>. </p>
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<p>On Feb. 11, 2011, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>® celebrated the keel laying of the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>â„¢
at the Meyer Werft shipyard. This is the second of two newly designed
ships that take the family cruise experience to all-new heights. The
sister ship to the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span>, the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Dream</span>â„¢ entered service on Jan. 26, 2011. </p>
<p class="extraBottomMargin-dta">The keel laying ceremony is a
significant milestone in the ship building process when the first block,
or section of the ship, is lowered into the building dock and a coin is
placed under the keel for good fortune. Placing the coin was Karl Holz,
President of <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>, assisted by Minnie Mouse. </p>
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<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/What%27s%20New/2011/dcl_fantasyConfetti_220.jpg" alt="" />The <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span> will offer many of the innovations that the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Dream</span>
currently features and brought to the cruise industry for the very
first time, including AquaDuck -- the world’s first shipboard water
coaster. However, the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span> will feature a few new design elements and Guest experiences that will give the ship a unique identity all her own. </p>
<p>The 4,000-passenger <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Fantasy</span> will sail weeklong <a href="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/portal/site/dta-domestic/menuitem.102581f168f790b8a96a8546712071ca/?vgnextoid=c19d2490e6d2d210VgnVCM100000d864a8c0RCRD">Eastern and Western</a>
Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral, Fla., beginning with its maiden
voyage scheduled for March 31, 2012. In addition, the Western Caribbean
itinerary will change to feature a stop at Costa Maya. Bookings are now
open for sail dates through August 2012.</p>
<p><img class="alignRight-dta" src="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/What%27s%20New/2011/dcl_fantasyCoin_220.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Contact www.smallworldvacations.com for a price quote today.</p>
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<p> The largest expansion in <span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Kingdom</span>®
Park history is underway, a project that will nearly double the size of
Fantasyland and deliver a new home for Ariel, new ways to interact with
favorite Disney princesses, an exciting new family coaster, a double
dose of Dumbo and more. </p>
<p>Scheduled to open in phases beginning in late 2012, the new
Fantasyland will immerse your Clients in Disney stories as never before.
Among the highlights planned: </p>
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<li><span class="nomenclature-dta">Under the Sea: Journey of The Little Mermaid</span>,
a major, all-new attraction during which guests will travel with Ariel
and her friends through their exciting adventures above and below the
waves – all against a musical backdrop of songs from the classic film. </li>
<li>The castle of the Beast, standing majestically upon a hill just across an old stone bridge from Ariel’s new home. The <span class="nomenclature-dta">Be Our Guest Restaurant</span>
will feature a lavish dining experience in the elegant ballroom,
gallery, and mysterious “West Wing†of the castle. With seating for 550,
this magnificent facility will offer “great food fast†service by day
and full table service dining in the evening. Nearby in Belle's Village,
guests will find the rousing <span class="nomenclature-dta">Gaston's Tavern</span> and <span class="nomenclature-dta">Bonjour! Village Gifts</span>. </li>
<li>Just outside the village is Belle’s cottage and <span class="nomenclature-dta">Enchanted Tales with Belle</span>.
The adventure begins in Maurice’s workshop, where a magical mirror is
the doorway to a captivating new kind of storytelling experience: Guests
are transported to the Beast’s library to meet Belle and Lumiere, and
share in a lively, interactive, re-telling of the "tale as old as time.â€
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<p>But that’s just the beginning of what your Clients will discover
when the multi-phase project is completed. Here’s more of what’s in
store: </p>
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<li><span class="nomenclature-dta">The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train</span>
will take guests on a rollicking, musical ride into the mine “where a
million diamonds shine.†The coaster will feature a first-of-its kind
ride system with a train of ride vehicles that swing back and forth,
responding to every twist and turn of the track. The journey will be
accompanied by music from the classic Disney film and animated figures
of Snow White and the Dwarfs. </li>
<li>In <span class="nomenclature-dta">Princess Fairytale Hall</span>,
Aurora, Cinderella and other Disney princesses, such as Tiana and
Rapunzel, will greet guests in their new home, an elegant royal court on
the site where Snow White’s Scary Adventures stands today. </li>
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<br />The sound of the calliope will lead guests to the brand new Storybook
Circus and not one but two circling carousels of airborne pachyderms on <span class="nomenclature-dta">Dumbo the Flying Elephant!</span>
Before taking to the skies on this Fantasyland favorite, guests can
experience an array of fun-filled family games and interactive wonders
for kids of all ages inside the Big Top. </li>
<li>Next door in Storybook Circus, the classic <span class="nomenclature-dta">Barnstormer</span>
gets a bright new look as well, featuring Goofy as The Great Goofini.
It’s a twisting, turning roller coaster “flight†high above the circus
fun. </li>
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<description><p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenDream/IMG_3568.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="240" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenDream/IMG_3569.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="240" /><br />Animator's Palate was one of my favorite dining experiences onboard the new
Disney Dream.  Similar to the restaurant on the
Magic and<br />Wonder in name only, this restaurant's design far exceeded all of
my<br />expectations.  From the small artistic details to the amazing
computer<br />animation, Disney brings the magic of Crush and all of his
friends<br />right to your table.  Without giving away too much of the
surprise,<br />keep your eyes open for Bruce, Dory and Crush to stop by your
table<br />and say "Hi"!<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KarenDream/IMG_3567.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><br />The menu offered a wide variety of dishes and I can say with
certainty that the<br />smoked salmon was wonderful!  Don't forget to check out
the smaller<br />details at your table such as the artwork on the walls, the
artistic<br />plates and silverware as well as my favorite - the salt &amp;
pepper<br />shakers!<br /><br />Make sure not to miss this restaurant on your dining
rotation - I<br />think you'll be blown away!<br /><br />Contact Small World Vacations agent Karen@smallworldvacations.com</p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/animators-palate-on-the-dream-by-agent-karen</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2011 03:22:54 GMT</pubDate>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LeighDream/CoveCafeoutdoorseating.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="205" /><br />In the adults only section of the Disney Dream you will find
the Cove Café. <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LeighDream/CoveCafe2.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="237" /><br /> Inside, you can chose from a variety of specialty coffee drinks,
snacks, a  full bar, as well as an expanded seating area. Sit and relax with a comforting drink or share conversation with special friends. You might also want to “investigate†the Disney artwork on the wall here as well! You’ll be enchanted by what you may
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<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LeighDream/IMG_1242(1024x765).jpg" alt="" width="300" height="224" /><br />For those adults whose idea of a relaxed vacation includes
curling up with a good book, Disney Cruise Line has placed several ideal areas
around the Deck 11 portion of the Adults only section to do just
that!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LeighDream/DSC08456(1024x768)(2).jpg" alt="" width="300" height="205" /><br />The Adults only section also has its own pool, separate from
the hustle and bustle of the Donald and Mickey pools.  There is so much space to sun and sip!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LeighDream/DSC08462(1024x768).jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">And soak in the view!</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">The pool area is divided into 3 sections with the center
section being the deepest.  The front portion has a nice wading section with
seating and “swim up†access to the Cove Bar.                     </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LeighDream/DSCN1555(1024x768).jpg" alt="" width="300" height="210" /><br />This is a great place to cool off and listen to the soothing
sounds of the steel drum band, playing Caribbean and reggae tunes most
afternoons.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LeighDream/20110207_50.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="240" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LeighDream/20110207_52.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="240" /><br />For those whose idea of a perfect vacation is soaking up some
sun, Disney has expanded the sun deck area on the Disney Dream located on deck
12.  Up here you will find plenty of lounge chairs, sun, and stunning views.  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LeighDream/20110207_49.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="240" /><br />If
you get thirsty, Currents Bar is just a quick walk away. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Contact Small World Vacations agent, Leigh@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney Cruise.</p>
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<description><div class="WordSection1"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/CarrieDream/Basketballcourt.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="240" /><br />Can you believe you can shoot some hoops 13 decks up?! <br /></span>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/CarrieDream/Foosball.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="240" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/CarrieDream/PingPong.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><br />How about a friendly
match of foosball or ping pong? Get an open air workout and have a blast!<br /></span></p>
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/CarrieDream/Simulator.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" />
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">If you want to work
on your tennis or golf swing, perfect your lay ups or practice goal kicks, visit
the Sports Simulator-there is an extra charge to use the simulator but it is worth it,.<br /></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/CarrieDream/20110207_72.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="400" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Disney thinks of everything! Your favorite part of
Goofy’s Sports Deck will be the mini golf. <br /></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/CarrieDream/Eyeontheballhole.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="240" /><br />The holes are clearly
designed by Goofy and lots of fun.<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/CarrieDream/Goofyfeet.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="240" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/CarrieDream/Maxfeet.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><br /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">If you are looking
for a challenge, you can play the holes as Goofy and Max might. Such silly fun!<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">So, when you sail on the Disney Dream, make your way up to Deck 13 to share some sporty games.</span><br /><br />Contact Small World Vacations agent Carrie@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney Cruise.</p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/calling-all-sports-fans-by-agent-carrie</link>
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<category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category>
<pubDate>Sun, 13 Feb 2011 22:11:26 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MarionDream/20110207_140.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="207" /><br />There are numerous Character magical meet and greets on Disney's new ship, the Dream. The Atrium Lobby is where you will find most Disney Characters. Check your Navigator for times and locations. Here are some photos of the Princesses agent Marion encountered during her cruise:</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MarionDream/P1040524.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="400" /><br />Ariel in a royal pose ready to be part of your world!<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MarionDream/P1040548.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><br /><br />Princess Tiana shares a special smile for Disney Dream Guests.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MarionDream/P1040530.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="400" /><br />Snow White looks sweet as she waits for her prince to arrive.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MarionDream/P1040545.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="400" /><br />Belle graces the Atrium Lobby in her elegant yellow gown.<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/MarionDream/P1040571.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></p>
<p>Don't forget about the Disney Princes, they are ready to say hello and take a photo too!</p>
<p>Contact Small World Vacations agent Marion@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney Cruise.</p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-dream-has-character-by-agent-marion</link>
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<category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category>
<pubDate>Sun, 13 Feb 2011 21:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/kayedream/IMG_8435.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="450" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/kayedream/IMG_8434.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="450" /><br />The entrance to the Vibe sets the tone of the club with color changing light walkway!<br /><br />The VIBE's central theme of urban coffeehouse/ nightclub creates an appealing draw for teens to escape the “younger†crowd (and older crowd, for that matter) and immerse themselves in technology, music, movies and mingling in a true "hangout" haven.  </span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/kayedream/IMG_8451.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/kayedream/IMG_8465.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/kayedream/IMG_8469.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/kayedream/DisneyDreamTour2011 087.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Once inside, teens have access to coffee and smoothies, an enormous 103" LCD Television Screen, private oval wall pods, (for playing games, listening to music or watching a video), a dance floor, a separate movie room, computers for surfing the net, plenty of cushy chairs and furniture AND their own private sundeck with lounge areas, sun chairs and even splash pools made to assimilate the hot tub look.  Restrooms are also very sleek with stylishly themed entry and sink areas as well as lockers for storing personal items.   Best of all, they are within the key access area making it easier for teens to make the VIBE a one-stop retreat with all necessary essentials.<br /><br /> </span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"></span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/kayedream/IMG_8170.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /><br />The VIBE hosts an atmosphere of exclusivity with its teen-only access key, sliding steel entry door and its own pool deck area with access only from the VIBE entry area.  This indoor/outdoor cove boasts plenty of activities to keep teens occupied the entire sailing. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/kayedream/IMG_8448.JPGCOPY.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /></span><br />Parents are pleased to find that the VIBE is staffed with plenty of "cool and hip" counselors to keep things chaperoned, while still offering freedom to mingle and make new friends.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/kayedream/IMG_8462.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Disney has certainly stepped up the teen experience several notches with the introduction of VIBE on the new Dream.  From the look and feel of this new area, it may be a challenge to tear them away, even for excursions!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"> Contact <a href="mailto:Kaye@smallworldvacations.com">Kaye@smallworldvacations.com</a> for assistance with your Disney Cruise.</span></p>
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<category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category>
<pubDate>Sun, 13 Feb 2011 05:54:58 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>High Tech Handwasher by Agent Anne</title>
<description><p>My fellow Small World Vacations and I looked at each other.. Should we try it?    What the
heck-  it's a<br />Disney ship. it shouldn't hurt or maim.. Right??<br /><br />Not
quite sure what to do.. But . it looked like there was a place to put<br />your
hands., so let's give it a go.<br /><br />COOL!!!  It was an automatic hand
washer!!!  What a great idea!  Getting<br />kids to wash their hands is tough
enough - never mind when you have Andy's<br />room beckoning!! 
<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/20110207_21.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></p>
<p>Kids place their hands in the blue "sinks" and hand sanitizer automatically cleans dirty digits.<br /><br />Now, if they could just install them in the adult
bathrooms.<br /><br />Contact Agent Anne@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney Cruise</p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/high-tech-handwasher-by-agent-anne</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/high-tech-handwasher-by-agent-anne</guid>
<category>Disney Cruise Northern Europe</category><category>Disney Dream</category>
<pubDate>Sun, 13 Feb 2011 05:12:36 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Dream Stem to Stern by Agent Jodie</title>
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<p><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JodieDream/DreamLobby.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="414" /><br />When you board the ship you enter
the magnificent lobby with a beautiful new chandelier specially crafted for the
Disney Dream that is covered in Swarovski crystals and  24-karat gold plating
accenting the atrium ceiling.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold;"></span></span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JodieDream/20110124_110.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><br />When you proceed up to deck 11 there
is a large pool deck along with the Mickey and Donald pool, the new Nemo’s Reef
splash area for younger children, and of course the AquaDuck the first water
coaster at sea.</span></span></p>
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JodieDream/20110207_48.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="225" />
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">They also have the Quiet Cove Pool
for Adults only where a pool bar has in water bar
stools</span></span></p>
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JodieDream/20110207_99.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="400" />
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">For the Adults, the Dream has a
nighttime entertainment area called The District.  This contains 5 different
lounges, everything from a sports bar, dance club, all the way to their own
champagne bar.</span></span><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold;"></span></span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JodieDream/Tweenclub.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="414" /><br />The new Kids Clubs on the ship are
unbelievable and not to be missed.  A lot of hands on games, computers, and even
an interactive game board right in the floor.  With the Oceaneer Club and
Oceaneer Lab they now have the Vibe teen club and a brand new Tween Club for 11
– 12 year olds.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold;"> </span></span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JodieDream/Dreamnight.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="224" /><br />The new Disney Dream is simply
beyond description.  You have to see it for yourself.  There is so much to see
and do that the Disney Dream is a destination in itself!
</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> Contact agent Jodie@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney Cruise.</span></span></p>
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<p> </p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/dream-stem-to-stern-by-agent-jodie</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/dream-stem-to-stern-by-agent-jodie</guid>
<category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category>
<pubDate>Sun, 13 Feb 2011 04:24:51 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Quench Your Thirst on The Dream by Agent Steph</title>
<description><div class="WordSection1">
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<blockquote style="margin-top: 5pt; margin-bottom: 5pt; margin-left: 0in;">
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;"> <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/StephDream/BonVoyageBar.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;">The Bon Voyage Bar is probably the
first bar you will spot as you board the ship. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;"> <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/StephDream/VistaCafe.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="190" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;">The Vista Café is located on Deck 4,
midship, and is a great spot to relax with a drink before or after the nightly
show. Nearby are comfy couches where you can usually log onto the ship's wifi network or just hang out with friends while sipping a cup of coffee.<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;"> <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/StephDream/DistrictLounge001.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;">Although the District Lounge is
located in the “Adults Only†area of the ship, during the day, Guests of all
ages are welcome. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;"><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;"> <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/StephDream/CurrentsBar,Deck13.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;">Currents is an outdoor bar located on
Deck 13 in the Adult Only Area, Forward, that boasts gorgeous views of the ocean. There are lots of lounge chairs to soak up some sun while enjoying an alcoholic libation.<br /></span></p>
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/StephDream/Waves2.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" />
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;"> Waves is another outdoor bar, located
on Deck 12, Aft.  A perfect spot to catch some rays and get an  â€œup close and
personal†look at the
AquaDuck!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/StephDream/DisneyDreamTour2011 030.JPG" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black;">And if you happen to get thirsty while you are in the adult pool, you can swim up to the bar and served!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><br />Contact Small World Vacations agent Steph@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney Cruise.</p>
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</blockquote>
</div>
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<p> </p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/quench-your-thirst-on-the-dream-by-agent-steph</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/quench-your-thirst-on-the-dream-by-agent-steph</guid>
<category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category>
<pubDate>Sun, 13 Feb 2011 03:28:59 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Day Dreaming by Agent, Tracy</title>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TracyDream/20110207_58.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="206" /></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TracyDream/20110122_54.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="206" /><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">During our conference sessions,
Disney did a great job educating travel consultants on Disney Cruise Line, the
new Disney Dream, sales and marketing strategies, etc.  They made each session
fun, interesting and educational including a presentation by Disney Cruise President, Karl Holz pictured above. Our final session was capped off by a
wonderful performance by the voice of Ariel, Jodi Benson.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TracyDream/20110207_17.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="235" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TracyDream/20110124_49.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="180" /><br />We explored the ship, from the Kids’ Clubs, Small World Nursery, Vibe, restaurants,
lounges, staterooms, suites, etc.  <br /><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TracyDream/20110124_106.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="446" /><br />My daughter and I were thrilled to experience
the AquaDuck several times.  This was a real highlight and such an exhilarating
experience!  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TracyDream/DisneyDreamTour2011 088.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="206" /><br />One of the favorite areas for my
daughter; was Vibe (ages 14 - 17).  Vibe is located in a private area far
forward on Deck 5 and is a private indoor/outdoor lounge for teens.  This space
is large, bright and offers a sundeck, media room, built in oval wall pods for
playing video games, etc. and many other surprises.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TracyDream/20110122_55.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="206" /><br />Our first port was Nassau, but we decided to
spend our time on the ship and riding the AquaDuck (very short lines!).  Our
next stop was Castaway Cay and we experienced a beautiful sunny day and great
lunch on Disney’s private Bahamian island.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TracyDream/20110207_152.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="367" /><br />We were both really impressed with
the wonderful food and service.  We were also quite pleasantly surprised by the
availability of great food options for casual meals on Deck 11 (hamburgers,
wraps, pizza, salads, sandwiches, chicken strips, ice cream, etc.).  Each
evening we enjoyed fabulous dinners in the main dining rooms and shows in the
very beautiful Walt Disney Theater.  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TracyDream/20110124_56.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="191" /><br />We were so spoiled and we loved
every minute of it!  We experienced quite a lot, but feel that there is so much
more to experience, so I definitely see another Disney Dream sailing in our near
future!</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Contact agent Tracy@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney Cruise!<br /></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></span></p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/day-dreaming-by-agent-tracy</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/day-dreaming-by-agent-tracy</guid>
<category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category>
<pubDate>Sat, 12 Feb 2011 04:10:42 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Say Cheese! Shutters Photo Lounge by Agent Amber</title>
<description><p><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AmberDream/20110207_140.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="207" /><br />A Disney Cruise is such a wonderful way to relax and have
fun with family and friends while enjoying Disney's fabulous customer service
and attention to detail. One of the many ways that Disney helps to make your
cruise experience run smoothly is their photography services at Shutters.
Shutters is similar to the PhotoPass service at Walt Disney World where there
are photographers on hand to take photos of your family throughout your
vacation.<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AmberDream/20110112_83.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="209" /><br />When you first board
the ship, you get a family photo taken which is linked to your stateroom key.
Disney will use this initial photo and facial recognition to link any future
pictures taken to your account. You can access your photos at any time by
visiting Shutters or stopping by any of the interactive kiosks located
throughout the ship.<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AmberDream/086.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="367" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AmberDream/087.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="367" /></p>
<p>At the kiosks, you simply place your stateroom key
by a key reader, and all of the photos linked to your account will appear on the
screen. You can scroll through, add borders and order any prints that you would
like from these kiosks. You will be a given a time to return to Shutters to pick
up your photos.<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AmberDream/081.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="206" /><br />You can also visit Shutters and check out their all new
"library" system of sorting and storing your photos. <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AmberDream/092.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="397" /><br />Here, you also scan
your stateroom key, and you are told which bookcase, and folder your photos are
located in. <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AmberDream/079.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="367" /><br />You then find that character's bookcase and remove your folder to
look through all of the photos that have been printed of your family. You can
purchase any of these photos or visit to kiosk to re-size or add different
borders if you'd like. <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AmberDream/082.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="206" />Photos are some of the best souvenirs as they
really capture special memories for a lifetime. The enhancements made to the
system of locating and ordering your photos at Shutters makes the entire process
easy and convenient so that you can spend more time enjoying the
ship!<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AmberDream/083.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="367" /><br />There are several photo packages to choose from including a CD of
your images. Photos can also be purchased al a carte. Shutters also has several
products for sale including digital cameras and memory cards.<br /><br />The new
photo system onboard the Disney Dream is just one of many really wonderful
enhancements Disney has thought of to make your cruise experience as relaxing
and carefree as possible!<br /><br />Be sure to check out Shutters on your next
Disney cruise. You never know what could be waiting for you in your personal
photo folder!</p>
<p>Contact agent Amber@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney Cruise!</p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/say-cheese-shutters-photo-lounge-by-agent-amber</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/say-cheese-shutters-photo-lounge-by-agent-amber</guid>
<category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category>
<pubDate>Sat, 12 Feb 2011 03:24:13 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Dream Sp-aaaahhh! by Agent Cindy</title>
<description><div>
<div><span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/CindyDream2/DCLRainforestRoomchairs.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="367" /><br />The Rainforest Room onboard Disney Dream has heated tile chairs with an
oceanview view. What a relaxing experience!<br /><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/CindyDream2/DCLspaRainforestroom.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="367" /><br /> It's the ultimate escape from the hustle &amp; bustle!  There's
only a limited number of passes sold, so if you are interested you should sign
up at the Spa as soon as you get onboard.</span></div>
<div><br /></div>
<div>
<div><span>Teens can now experience spa treatments in an area created just for them. 
They can indulge in a moisturizing chocolate wrap with zero calories and that's
just one of many choices on the menu.  </span></div>
<div><br /></div>
</div>
<div><br /></div>
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<div><span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/CindyDream2/DCLSpascrub.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="367" /><br />If purchasing one of the wraps or massages is outside your budget, I
recommend purchasing a customized body scrub made just for you, which includes a
choice of different herbs and oils for just $27.  I chose the chocolate mint
scrub, and it was divine! <br /><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/CindyDream2/DCLSpasauna.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="367" /> <br />After applying the scrub, spa staff recommend a
trip to the sauna, which helps the treatment absorb into the skin.  After the
treatment, my skin felt soft, supple, and the fragrance was invigorating!</span></div>
<div><br /></div>
<div><span>Contact agent Cindy@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney Cruise.<br /></span></div>
</div>
</div></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/dream-sp-aaaahhh-by-agent-cindy</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/dream-sp-aaaahhh-by-agent-cindy</guid>
<category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category>
<pubDate>Sat, 12 Feb 2011 01:58:08 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Don't be chicken, ride the Aqua Duck! by Agent Kathy</title>
<description><div class="Section1">
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt;"><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KathyDream/AquaDuckSign.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="163" /><br />I was extremely fortunate to have the
opportunity to sail on the Disney Dream sooner than I had expected and riding
the AquaDuck was tops on my list!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt;">Once on board, I was off to learn
more about this, first of its kind, cruise ship attraction.  Here are some stats
I learned about the AquaDuck:</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-bottom: 0pt;">The Entrance for the AquaDuck can be found on Deck 12 at the Aft
Funnel</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">        
</span></span></span>The length is an impressive 765 feet</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">        
</span></span></span>The height is 4 decks and includes a 4 deck
drop!</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">        
</span></span></span>The AquaDuck’s acrylic tubing extends out 12 feet over the
side of the ship, 150 feet above the ocean</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">        
</span></span></span>Rafts allow for 1 or 2 passengers to ride at a
time</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">        
</span></span></span>Guests must be 48†tall to ride with a partner or 54†to
ride alone</p>
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</span></span></span>There is no extra charge to ride the AquaDuck, so feel free
to ride it again and agai</p>
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<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">        <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KathyDream/AquaDuckTubeandNightLighting.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="206" /> </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';">        <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KathyDream/AquaDuckHeightRequirement.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="395" /> </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KathyDream/AquaDuckRaftArrives.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="237" />When you first arrive at the
entrance you are greeted by a Cast Member, similar to attractions in Disney’s
theme parks.  This Cast Member will verify that a guest meets the height
requirements and is happy to answer any questions a guest might have. <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KathyDream/AquaDuckRules.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="416" /><br />There is
also a sign reviewing additional information for riders and indicating the wait
time from that point.  To my delight, I never saw the line reach all the way to
this sign.  Another pleasant surprise was learning that the rafts were sent to
the top via conveyor belt.  I was relieved to not have to carry my raft to the
top!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KathyDream/AquaDuckStairs.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="560" />From this point, you can head on
up the stairs towards the loading area.  In true Disney fashion, the queue tells
the story of how the AquaDuck came to be and even leaves a few touches of whimsy
for you to discover.  I would elaborate, but I really should leave some things
for you to discover on your own AquaDuck adventure.  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KathyDream/RidingtheAquaDuck.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="206" />The view from the loading area is
quite a treat, especially at sunset.  There is a Cast Member at the top helping
guests onto their raft and, when the coast is clear, giving you a send off with
the push of a button.  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KathyDream/AquaDuckRaftLoading.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="253" />A conveyor belt thrusts you
forward into the AquaDuck tube where your first encounter is the “overhang†150
above the ocean!  You are moving pretty fast at this point, so be sure to make
the effort to look down.  <br /><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KathyDream/20110124_105.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="206" />The water jets propel you up and down along the ride
with two inclines.  The cherry on top comes when the ride slows down and becomes
more of a “lazy†river experience, allowing you time to take in the views and
wave to your friends and family below. <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TracyDream/20110112_72.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="206" /><br />When you get to the bottom another
Cast Member is there to assist you as you unload and to send your raft back to
the top.  What service!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/KathyDream/ViewfromtheAquaDuckLoadingArea.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="206" /><br />Riding the AquaDuck was an
exhilarating highlight of my trip, leaving me with only one question, “When can
I go back?â€</p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/don-t-be-chicken-ride-the-aqua-duck-by-agent-kathy</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/don-t-be-chicken-ride-the-aqua-duck-by-agent-kathy</guid>
<category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category>
<pubDate>Fri, 11 Feb 2011 23:40:14 GMT</pubDate>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12pt;">For running enthusiasts, the
Disney Dream offers a covered jogging track that circles Deck 4. 
</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SandyDream/P1040606.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="206" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">There is nothing like jogging next to the crystal clear,
turquoise waters of Nassau and Castaway Cay or gazing as far as the eye can see
and seeing nothing at all besides the ocean.  These breathtaking views made my
run a vacation in itself!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SandyDream/345.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="206" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">2.5 laps equals one mile so for 2 miles you run just five
laps and 4 miles is just ten laps!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SandyDream/P1000679.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="206" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">If you prefer to workout inside while still admiring the
breathtaking ocean views, the fitness center is located in the Senses Spa on
Deck 11 forward.   The fitness center has state of the art treadmills,
ellipticals and spinning machines for guests 18 and over.  Plug in your iPod to
watch movies, listen to music or watch TV right on the treadmill.</p>
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SandyDream/302.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="206" />
<p class="MsoNormal">Nothing better than relaxing in these comfortable lounge
chairs after a workout.  This deck is so peaceful and a great place to rest and
unwind.  Deck 9 and 10 on the Starboard Side open air decks are designated
smoking areas and between 6pm and 6am Deck 4 Starboard Side is also included. 
To avoid the smoke relax on the Port Side during those hours.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SandyDream/103.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="408" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SandyDream/101.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="168" /></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Need to wash your workout clothes?  The 24 hour self service
laundry facility is cashless and works by swiping your stateroom key.    There
are two irons, two full sized ironing boards and a folding table that can be
used in the laundry room (personal irons cannot be brought onboard).  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/SandyDream/099.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="478" /><br />You can
purchase Tide, Downy and Bleach.  These large, self serve launderette’s are
conveniently located on Decks 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Contact Small World Vacations agent, Sandy@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney Cruise.</p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/staying-in-ship-shape-onboard-the-disney-dream</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/staying-in-ship-shape-onboard-the-disney-dream</guid>
<category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category>
<pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2011 02:04:10 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disney Dream Concierge Services by Agent Tanya</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TanyaDream/20100924_677.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="259" /><br />I found that
Concierge Guests receive exclusive benefits when going on a Disney Cruise.   To
start off, they have a special check in desk at the pier and are assigned group
1 boarding passes thus getting to board first.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TanyaDream/20110112_63.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="230" /><br />Onboard, the concierge lounge on Deck 12 is a focal point for
those booked in category R, T and V staterooms located on Decks 11 and 12.  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TanyaDream/20110124_80.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="384" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TanyaDream/20110124_71.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="223" /><br />In
order to get to the staterooms and concierge lounge you need to have a concierge
room key to get pass the gate corridor protecting the privacy of the guests.  (Tommy Kessling of Disney Agent Education is pictured above.)</p>
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The lounge is manned by Disney concierge cast members that can assist guest with
anything from room service, Disney show balcony reservations, shore excursions,
Cabana rental, spa reservations to DVD and Ipad rentals.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TanyaDream/ConciergeLounge-2.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="190" /><br />Complimentary food and
beverages are served throughout the day.  Complimentary alcohol is served half
hour before each dining seating time. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/TanyaDream/20110112_67.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="184" /><br />Concierge guests also have access to
their own private sundeck on deck 13 with chilled towels and
cooling misters. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Concierge guests even have their own fresh water shower!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For assistance with your Disney Cruise, contact Tanya@Smallworldvacations.com</p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-dream-concierge-services-by-agent-tanya</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-dream-concierge-services-by-agent-tanya</guid>
<category>2011 Disney Cruises</category><category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category><category>Small World Vacations</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2011 04:30:22 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Dream Dining at Remy by Agent Josephine</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JoDream/20110112_108.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="206" /><br />The $75 per person charge seems insignificant for the
overall experience.  “WOW†is an understatement. The dining room is classically
elegant with a bit of Disney whimsy. Staff is professional, unobtrusive and
polished without being stuffy.  Your every need is anticipated and fulfilled. 
The French inspired menu is a presentation of spectacularly fresh global
ingredients created by Chef Arnaud Lallement from l'Assiette Champenoise a
Michelin 2-star restaurant just outside Reims, France and Chef Scott Hunnel from
award-winning Victoria &amp; Albert's at Walt Disney World
Resort.</span></p>
<p class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JoDream/Remy1.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="237" /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"> <br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Our first surprise
for our party of five was to be seated in the wine room; one of Rem<span style="color: #1f497d;">y</span>’s private dining venues. The tasting menu was
beautifully presented and tasted as good as it looked. I am already planning on
returning to this dining venue on my next cruise aboard the Disney Dream.<br /><br /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JoDream/Remymenu.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="267" /></span><br /><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JoDream/RemywelcomecocktailColette.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="266" /><br />Welcome Cocktail Colette</span></p>
<p class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JoDream/RemyAmuseBouche.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="193" /><br />Amuse Bouche</span></p>
<p>
<img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JoDream/Remycheeseselection.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="183" /><br /><br />Cheese Selection<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JoDream/RemyJapaneseWaygu.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="266" /></p>
<p>Japanese Waygu<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JoDream/Remydessert.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="266" /></p>
<p>Out of this world dessert!<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/JoDream/Remylollipops,nougats.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="266" /></p>
<p>Assorted sweet treats and lollipops. What a delicious ending to a phenomenal meal!</p>
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<p class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Contact Josephine at Jo@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney Cruise.<br /></span></p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/dream-dining-at-remy-by-agent-josephine</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/dream-dining-at-remy-by-agent-josephine</guid>
<category>2011 Disney Cruises</category><category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category><category>Small World Vacations</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2011 04:02:14 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disney's Enchanted Art by Agent Lori</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"></span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LoriDream/20110207_13.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="245" /><br />Scattered throughout the Disney Dream are Disney's 'Enchanted'
pieces of art hanging on the walls. At first glance they are still, merely
drawing your attention to their lovely detail...but then, when you least expect it,  you see Bambi or Mickey move playfully about.  Better yet, when it stops, if you touch
the picture, it begins to move again!  I am always
amazed how Disney can take an ordinary moment and transform it into a
blissful memory!  </span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LoriDream/DisneyAEP043.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="244" /><br />Leave
it to Disney to take it a step further!  Using the Enchanted Artwork, Disney has
devised an interactive 'Detective Agency' game for young and old alike.  I signed up at the MidShip Kiosk located on deck 5. The game begins
by choosing a specific Mystery Case that needs to be solved. <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LoriDream/DSC00173.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="246" /><br />You are issued an
Agent Number and Detective Badge.  After watching a short informational cartoon
on your mystery, (and tutorial on how to use your badge) you grab
your 'Detective Casebook' and off you go for a trip around the ship to
collect clues and solve the case. This activity was a blast...and good exercise,
as you were instructed to find at least 12 pictures up and down, front to back,
of the entire ship. There are different variations of the
mysteries and different cases to be solved, so you can play the game over and over again.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/LoriDream/DisneyDreamTour2011 121.JPG" alt="" width="275" height="194" /><br />There
are some 'Enchanted Pictures' that <em>may or may not</em> be part of your Detective
game. Figuring out which art work is part of the Detective Hunt can become your own game with your children.  Be sure to find the 'Mona Minnie'...she was my favorite! 
Good luck Detectives!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><br />Contact agent Lori at Lori@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney Cruise.</p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-s-enchanted-art-by-agent-lori</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-s-enchanted-art-by-agent-lori</guid>
<category>2011 Disney Cruises</category><category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category><category>Small World Vacations</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2011 02:29:16 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Exercise? On vacation? Why not? asks Agent Annette</title>
<description><p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;"><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AnnetteDream/tanyasign.jpg" alt="" width="350" height="214" /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AnnetteDream/jodecknew.jpg" alt="" width="360" height="240" /></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;">Whether you are a serious
runner or a casual walker, you will love the views from the track on Deck 4 of
the Disney Dream. Every 2 1/2 laps equals one mile so enjoy the views as you
work off last night's dessert - or desserts. </span></p>
<p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AnnetteDream/DisneyDreamTour2011 116.JPG" alt="" width="320" height="240" /><br />Anytime is a good time to make the
rounds on Deck 4, but the best times are, naturally, sunrise and sunset. </span></p>
<p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AnnetteDream/DisneyDreamTour2011 118.JPG" alt="" width="240" height="320" /><br />You can
capture spectacular photos from this spot at either time, so remember to bring
your camera too.</span>
</p>
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<p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;"> <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/AnnetteDream/DisneyDreamTour2011 117.JPG" alt="" width="240" height="320" /></span></p>
<p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: medium;">There is even a "secret tunnel" on the walking track!<br /></span></p>
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<p>For you exercise buffs, check with Guest Services after you embark to see
if there is a 5K race planned for your Castaway Cay day. Many times 5K
participants are allowed to disembark the ship before the general island-goers
and therefore you get a nice jump on your fellow passengers!  You may be
surprised how much race day adrenaline your body gives you as you enjoy a jog or
stroll through the serene Castaway Cay course.  Walkers and runners will finish
in plenty of time to meet up with the rest of their travel party and enjoy a
relaxing day at Castaway Cay. </p>
<p>Contact agent Annette at Annette@smallworldvacations.com for assistance with your Disney Cruise.</p>
</div>
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</div></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/exercise-on-vacation-why-not-asks-agent-annette</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/exercise-on-vacation-why-not-asks-agent-annette</guid>
<category>2011 Disney Cruises</category><category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category><category>Small World Vacations</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2011 01:59:31 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Agent Cheryl Sails on the Disney Dream!</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Photos/Cat5E.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="262" /><br />We stayed in a
Category 5E stateroom on deck 5 forward.  Stateroom #5544 to be exact.  Imagine our surprise when we entered our stateroom and walked out on to
our verandah.  It was HUGE!  Nothing I
had read or seen on maps had indicated that this stateroom category had an extra large verandah.  <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Photos/Cat5EBill.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="467" /><br />I don’t
know the exact size; my husband estimates that it was at least 9’ x 10’.  There is plenty of room on the verandah for 2 chairs, a table and 2 lounge
chairs!  When standing back against the railing you can look up and see the
entire ship. It is a beautiful sight.<br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Photos/Cat5Eabove.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="262" /></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Since
our verandah extended out further than those above us, people were able
to look down onto our verandah. That didn't matter to me as I fully relaxed while sitting in the sun, reading a good book or simply watching the waves
go by.  I appreciated the additional space to lounge in.  The extra
large verandah did not mean our stateroom was any
smaller.  Our stateroom was the same size as all the other staterooms in
Category 5.  We really got a bonus with this
stateroom!<br /><br />We loved the Category
5E stateroom with the large verandah so much that I changed my
staterooms on 2 future cruises from a Category 5A to a 5E with an extra large verandah. I plan to bring a good book, sun tan lotion and sun glasses!<br /><br />Contact Cheryl at Cheryl@smallworldvacations.com for a quote on your Disney Cruise today!</span></p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/agent-cheryl-sails-on-the-disney-dream</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/agent-cheryl-sails-on-the-disney-dream</guid>
<category>2011 Disney Cruises</category><category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category>
<pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:59:35 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p>The Aqua Duck is a 765 foot-long blast that propels up, down, around and off the side of
the ship and back, through the forward funnel and into river rapids!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 069.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="262" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 071.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="274" /></p>
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<p><em>Donald's Pool </em>welcomes everyone to play. For deck parties, it actually<br />transforms into a wide-open dance floor! Above it is the giant<br />FunnelVision LED screen where movies and live events are played.</p>
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<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DisneyDreamTour2011 075.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="295" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 077.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="272" /><br />Hot tub near the kid's pools                                                      Merchandise Shop near pools offers toys and water necessities.</p>
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<p>Quick service restaurants Deck 11, Midship</p>
<p>Just steps away from the pools, guests can grab fresh fruit, burgers, fries,<br />pizza, yummy chicken fingers, icy treats and more at <em>Luigi's Pizza,<br />Tow Mater's Grill, Fillmore's Favorites, Frozone Treats and Eye Scream.</em></p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-dream-water-fun</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-dream-water-fun</guid>
<category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Small World Vacations</category>
<pubDate>Sat, 15 Jan 2011 05:33:43 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disney Dream Kids Clubs from babies to teens</title>
<description><p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 092.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="315" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 093.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="263" /></p>
<p>It's a Small World Nursery Deck 5. Midship</p>
<p>Just for tykes 3 months to 3 years old, this soft, whimsical nursery is staffed by trained Disney caregivers who look after the playtime needs of the littlest cruisers.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 094.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="264" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 097.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="262" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 096.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="478" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 099.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="322" /></p>
<p>Disney's Oceaneer Club Deck 5, Midship</p>
<p>This supervised children's area is overflowing with immersive adventures, plus an interactive gaming floor and all sorts of exploration fun for kids. It's also the beginning of the shipwide quest game!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 104.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="390" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 100.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="262" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 101.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="248" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 103.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="262" /></p>
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<p>Disney's Oceaneer Lab, Deck 5 Aft</p>
<p>Here, kids live their dreams and make new friends while performing on<br />stage, becoming immersed in their favorite Disney stories, playing games,<br />enjoying a wide variety of supervised activities and letting their imaginations sail.</p>
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<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 086.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="265" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 087.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="262" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 088.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="262" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 089.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="262" /></p>
<p>Vibe, Teens Club, Deck 5, Forward</p>
<p>The ship's indoor/outdoor teen-exclusive lounge is the ideal place for teens 14 to 17 to hang out, kick back and make new friends.<br />This supervised hangout features a private sundeck, TVs, video games a dance area and more!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 073.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="265" /><br />Disney Dream Arrr-cade Deck 11</p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-dream-kids-clubs-from-babies-to-teens</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-dream-kids-clubs-from-babies-to-teens</guid>
<category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category>
<pubDate>Sat, 15 Jan 2011 02:30:32 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Agent Deanna's Dream Tour!</title>
<description><p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DeannaDreamTour/CIMG3724.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="165" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Mickey's Pool is a 2-foot deep freshwater pool for young kids and their parents featuring Mickey's happy face and a nearby water slide.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DeannaDreamTour/CIMG3811.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="277" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">It's a Small World Nursery Deck 5 Midship</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DeannaDreamTour/CIMG3795.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="296" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Media Room in Oceaneer Lab Deck 5 Aft</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DeannaDreamTour/CIMG3823.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="241" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Vibe Teen Club Deck, Forward</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DeannaDreamTour/CIMG3825.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="241" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Vibe's Private Sundeck for Teens aged 14 - 17</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DeannaDreamTour/CIMG3819.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="226" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Port Adventures Desk</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 107.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="262" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 108.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="230" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Remy Deck 12 Aft<br />Savor the most luxurios dining experience on board in this adults-only restaurant. Remy features spectacular decor and a sumptuous menu that offers course-upon-course of fine French-inspired cuisine, created by an acclaimed Michelin Star-awarded chef.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011%20115.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="262" /><br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 109.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="252" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 111.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="259" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 113.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="262" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 114.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="243" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Palo Deck 12, Aft</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Here, delicious Northern Italian fare - including the most elegant culinary creations, decadent desserts and a superb wine list - is perfectly complemented with stunning ocean views for a perfect romantic getaway. Reserved for adults. Outdoor dining weather permitting.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 118.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="248" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 121.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="246" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 119.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="315" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Royal Palace, Deck 3, Midship<br />Inspired by classic Disney fairy tales, this enchanting restaurant is gracefully located just off the lobby. Here, guests enjoy French-inspired continental cuisine served in a setting that is filled with the elegance and charm of a favorite story come to life</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 125.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="406" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 081.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="265" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 082.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="247" /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 123.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="281" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Atrium Deck 3, Midship</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">This opulent Art Deco-inspired lobby features a dazzling chandelier, specially commissioned sculptures,<br />meticulous woodwork and Admiral Donald Duck himself</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DeannaDreamTour/CIMG3783.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="511" /><br />Deluxe Family Stateroom</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DeannaDreamTour/CIMG3782.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="271" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Deluxe Family Stateroom</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DeannaDreamTour/CIMG3773.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="266" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Deluxe Family Stateroom</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Contact Deanna@smallworldvacations.com for a price quote on your Disney Dream Cruise!</p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/agent-deanna-s-dream-tour</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/agent-deanna-s-dream-tour</guid>
<category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category>
<pubDate>Sat, 15 Jan 2011 01:36:34 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p>Agent Cissy flew in from Alabama to explore the Disney Dream. She can't wait until her own Dream cruise in March. She shares these photos:</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Cissy Dream Tour/111.JPG" alt="" width="400" height="269" /></p>
<p><span>Nemo's Reef baby water area (this area has a ceiling so it's out of the sun)</span></p>
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<p><span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Cissy Dream Tour/108.JPG" alt="" width="400" height="313" /></span></p>
<p><span>Mickey Slide with Aqua Duck in background</span></p>
<p><span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 060.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="262" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 063.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="299" /></span></p>
<p><span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Cissy%20Dream%20Tour/079.JPG" alt="" width="400" height="278" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 061.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="262" /></span></p>
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<p>Concierge Lounge on Deck 12 Forward. Here, guests with concierge privileges can relax in quiet comfort with large-screen TV, complimentary food and beverage items and exclusive access to a private sun deck.</p>
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<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Cissy Dream Tour/085.JPG" alt="" width="400" height="278" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 064.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="245" /></p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 065.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="245" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/DreamTour2011/DisneyDreamTour2011 067.JPG" alt="" width="350" height="241" /></p>
<p>Concierge Sundeck, Deck 13 Forward. This private oasis offers tranquil breezes and comfortable, cushioned lounge chairs, along with special amenities for concierge guests including suntan lotion and sunglass wipes.  There is even a misting table to stay cool!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Cissy Dream Tour/150.JPG" alt="" width="400" height="269" /></p>
<p>Verandah Stateroom. Love the colors!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Cissy Dream Tour/014.JPG" alt="" width="400" height="300" /></p>
<p>Adult pool with swim up bar. Disney thinks of everything.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Cissy Dream Tour/061.JPG" alt="" width="400" height="307" /></p>
<p>The Walt Disney Suite offers a private hot tub on their huge private verandah.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content/Cissy Dream Tour/069.JPG" alt="" width="400" height="225" /></p>
<p>In this spacious two-bedroom suite, there is a TV in the foot board of the bed in the master bedroom.</p>
<p>Contact Cissy@smallworldvacations.com for a price quote on your Disney Cruise today!</p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/agent-cissy-s-dream-tour</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/agent-cissy-s-dream-tour</guid>
<category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Dream</category>
<pubDate>Sat, 15 Jan 2011 00:32:24 GMT</pubDate>
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new Buena Vista Theater on the Disney Dream will feature first run films with
some in 3D.<br /></span></p>
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Disney Dream will feature the new Concierge Lounge.  This exclusive area
will provide a relaxing area for concierge guests to have light snacks and a
nice pre-dinner beverage</span></p>
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back of the chairs in Remy.</span></p>
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new treatment rooms of the Senses Spa aboard the Disney Dream offer relaxing
views to complement your stay.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; color: black;">For assistance with your Disney Cruise, contact Lulu@smallworldvacations.com<br /></span></p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/agent-lulu-dream-tour-part-two</link>
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<description><p>Disney Cruise hosted a self-guided tour of their new ship, the Disney Dream. Here are some pix shared by our agent, Lulu. </p>
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District†becomes an Adult-Only area after 9pm.</span></p>
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Skyline Bar is part of “The District†area of the Disney Dream.  Each
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world with a special drink menu to match the locale. </span><span style="color: black;"></span></p>
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<description><p>Small World Vacations agents are dedicated to experiencing all that Disney has to offer from new resorts, restaurants and attractions. This week, a team of agents flew to Orlando to tour the Disney Dream.  Contact us at www.smallworldvacations.com for a price quote.</p>
<p>Here are some pictures from our exploration. There will be more to come soon!</p>
<p>Concierge - One Bedroom Suite Category T</p>
<p>One bedroom with queen-size bed, living area with double convertible sofa, one wall single pull-down bed in living room, walk-in closets, wet bar, two bathrooms with rain shower and a private verandah. Sleeps 5, 652 sq ft including verandah.</p>
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<p>Concierge One bedroom suite</p>
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<p>Desk in One Bedroom Suite</p>
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<p>Pull out sofa in One Bedroom Suite</p>
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<p>Dining Area in One Bedroom Suite</p>
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<p>Verandah - One Bedroom Suite</p>
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<p>Entrance to Suite</p>
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<p>Private hot tube in Walt Disney Two Bedroom Suite.</p>
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<p>Outdoor dining on private Two-Bedroom Suite</p>
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<p>Living Area in Walt Disney Suite</p>
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<p>Entrance area to Two-Bedroom Suite</p>
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<p>Living are in Walt Disney Suite</p>
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<description><p><em><strong>What would you do if you had $50 - $100 onboard credit to use just for fun on your Disney Cruise.....???? </strong></em>(Prices vary, ask agent for details) </p>
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<li><em>Experience one-of-a-kind shore excursions? <br />(Shore excursions must be booked on board to qualify)</em> </li>
<li><em>Indulge in luxurious Spa Treatments?</em> </li>
<li><em>Kick back and relax with a tropical beverage?</em> </li>
<li><em>Capture Disney Cruiseline Magic with lasting photos?</em> </li>
<li><em>Relive your cruise memories with souvenirs &amp; gifts?</em> </li>
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<p><em><strong>Decisions, decisions, decisions...!</strong></em></p>
<p>From May 15 - 28, 2011 if you book a new Disney Cruise on select sail dates, you can get an extra $50 - $100 Onboard Credit. For details go to <a href="/disney-cruise/extra-onboard-credit">http://www.smallworldvacations.com/disney-cruise/extra-onboard-credit</a></p>
<p>This can be combined with Small World Vacations regular Onboard Credit of up to $650. For details <a href="/disney-cruise/onboard-credit-promotion?objectid=97071CA9%2DFFF3%2DF0AE%2D2439DA9123167DCE">http://www.smallworldvacations.com/disney-cruise/onboard-credit-promotion</a></p>
<p>Get your free price quote at <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com">www.smallworldvacations.com</a></p>
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<p><strong>$611* per adult, based on adult double occupancy</strong></p>
<p>This 3-Night/4-Day Package includes:</p>
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<li>4-day <span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Your Way</span> base ticket </li>
<li>Free <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Dining Plan</span>** </li>
<li>One ticket to the Atlanta Braves Spring Training Game against the Detroit Tigers. Game time is Thursday 3/3/11 at 1:05pm. </li>
<li>Ability to make advance reservations for seating at Mike &amp; Mike in the Morning or The Herd with Colin Cowherd including first in line access for a Meet and Greet with Mike Golic, Mike Greenberg or Colin Cowherd after the show. Reservations for these shows will be open to the general public on 2/1/11. Seating is limited. </li>
<li>30 Minutes of play at the PlayStation Pavilion within the <span class="nomenclature-dta">ESPN Wide World of Sports</span> Complex. </li>
<li>Ability to enter the Premiere Theater at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Hollywood Studios</span>â„¢ for "inside ESPN" shows 15 minutes prior to doors opening to theme park guests. </li>
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<p><strong>Booking and Travel Window</strong>:<br />Booking Window: 11/11/10-12/20/10<br />Travel Window: Valid for arrivals most nights 2/28-3/3/11</p>
<p>Ask about packages for other lengths of stay and accommodations at other select <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>® Resort Hotels. Stay at a Disney Value resort and get the Quick Service Plan for Free!</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">*Valid for arrivals most nights between 2/28/11 and 3/3/11 with departures between 3/3/11 and 3/6/11. The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Tickets valid for one theme park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. All rates in U.S. Dollars. Everyone in the room must be on the same package including ticket options. Package and package components are nontransferable.</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">**Excludes gratuities and alcoholic beverages. Children ages 3 – 9 must order from children's menu if available. Some Table-Service restaurants may have limited or no availability at time of package purchase</p>
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<description><p>Click here to see where and when Disney Cruise is sailing in 2011:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/DCL/2011DCLItinFlier.pdf">http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/DCL/2011DCLItinFlier.pdf</a></p>
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<p>Click here to see where and when Disney Cruise is sailing in 2012 so far:<br /><br />(When we know where the Magic is sailing after March 24, 2012, where the Wonder is sailing after April 22, 2012, where the Dream is sailing after August 29, 2012 and where the Fantasy is sailing after August 25, 2012, we will post here).</p>
<p><a href="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/DCL/2012DCLItinFlier.pdf">http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/DCL/2012DCLItinFlier.pdf</a></p>
<p>Contact Small World Vacations for a price quote today at <a href="/">www.smallworldvacations.com</a></p></description>
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<description><div id="dvHead"><span class="xn-location">CELEBRATION, Fla.</span>, <span class="xn-chron">Oct. 18</span> /PRNewswire/ -- The Disney Fantasy will sail out of Port Canaveral, Fla., on the popular seven-night <span class="xn-location">Caribbean</span> itineraries – alternating eastern and western – including a stop at Disney's private island in the <span class="xn-location">Bahamas</span>, Castaway Cay.</div>
<p>The Disney Dream will continue to sail three-, four- and five-night cruises to the <span class="xn-location">Bahamas</span> and Disney's private island, Castaway Cay, while the Disney Wonder will remain on the west coast, sailing Mexican Riviera itineraries from the Port of <span class="xn-location">Los Angeles</span>.  To start the 2012 season, the Disney Magic will sail alternating eastern and western <span class="xn-location">Caribbean</span> itineraries.</p>
<p>"The Disney Fantasy continues our tradition of sailing beautifully designed vessels that offer innovations, world-class guest service and memorable family vacation experiences like only Disney can do," said Disney Cruise Line President <span class="xn-person">Karl Holz</span>.  "We are delighted to expand our offerings to provide guests with more options and more flexibility to enjoy a Disney family cruise."</p>
<p>Additional Disney Fantasy details and 2012 itinerary information will be released at a later date.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Disney Fantasy 2012 Schedule (April – August) </strong></span></p>
<p>The Disney Fantasy will depart on her maiden voyage <span class="xn-chron">April 7, 2012</span>, and will sail out of Port Canaveral on seven-night <span class="xn-location">Caribbean</span> itineraries – alternating eastern (<span class="xn-location">St. Maarten</span> and St. Thomas) and western (<span class="xn-location">Grand Cayman</span>, Costa Maya, <span class="xn-location">Cozumel</span>).  Both itineraries include a stop at Disney's private island, Castaway Cay.</p>
<p>Rates for the seven-night <span class="xn-location">Caribbean</span> cruise itineraries on the Disney Fantasy start at <span class="xn-money">$959</span> per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Disney Dream 2012 Schedule (January – August)</strong></span></p>
<p>The Disney Dream will sail alternating three-, four- and five-night cruises from Port Canaveral to the <span class="xn-location">Bahamas</span> and Disney's private island, Castaway Cay.  Five-night itineraries will include two stops at Castaway Cay.</p>
<p>Rates for Disney Dream Bahamas cruises start at <span class="xn-money">$333</span> per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Disney Wonder 2012 Schedule (January – April)</strong></span></p>
<p>The Disney Wonder will sail seven-night Mexican Riviera cruises from the Port of <span class="xn-location">Los Angeles</span> to <span class="xn-location">Puerto Vallarta</span>, <span class="xn-location">Mazatlan</span> and <span class="xn-location">Cabo San Lucas</span>.</p>
<p>Rates for the seven-night Mexican Riviera itinerary start at <span class="xn-money">$658</span> per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Disney Magic 2012 Schedule (January – April) </strong></span></p>
<p>Prior to the Disney Fantasy entering service on <span class="xn-chron">April 7,</span> the Disney Magic will sail out of Port Canaveral on seven-night <span class="xn-location">Caribbean</span> itineraries – alternating eastern (<span class="xn-location">St. Maarten</span> and St. Thomas) and western (<span class="xn-location">Key West</span>, <span class="xn-location">Grand Cayman</span> and <span class="xn-location">Cozumel</span>).  Both itineraries include a stop at Disney's private island, Castaway Cay.</p>
<p>Rates for the seven-night <span class="xn-location">Caribbean</span> itineraries on the Disney Magic start at <span class="xn-money">$707</span> per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.</p>
<p>All pricing reflects a category 11C standard inside stateroom, government taxes and fees not included.</p>
<p>To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, contact Small World Vacations at <a href="/">www.smallworldvacations.com</a></p></description>
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<p><strong>The new Disney Fantasy starts sailing in April, 2012 and bookings will begin on October 20, 2010. </strong>Building on the classic style of her sister ship, the <a href="/ships-activities/ships/dream/"><span style="color: #056287;">Disney Dream</span></a>, the Disney Fantasy is the regal fourth cruise liner in the expanding Disney Cruise Line fleet. Featuring 14 towering decks, a ship length of 1,115 feet and a maximum width of 125 feet, the 128,000-ton vessel includes 1,250 staterooms and has the capacity to comfortably accommodate 4,000 passengers—along with the over 1450 Cast and Crew Members who tend to the needs of every cruise Guest each and every day.</p>
<p>Platinum and Gold Castaway Club members can book Tuesday, October 19, 2010.</p>
<p>Contact Small World Vacations to book your Disney Cruise vacation on the Fantasy at <a href="/">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> We are accepting wait lists today!</p>
<p>Building on the classic style of the previous ships, the <a href="/ships-activities/ships/magic/"><span style="color: #056287;">Disney Magic</span></a>, the <a href="/ships-activities/ships/wonder/"><span style="color: #056287;">Disney Wonder</span></a> and the <a href="/ships-activities/ships/dream/"><span style="color: #056287;">Disney Dream</span></a>, the Disney Fantasy is a majestic sailing vessel where early 20th-century design—recalling the golden age of cruising—meets state-of-the-art technology. As can be expected from Disney, the cruise liner was specially designed with families in mind, combining sleek style and convenient facilities with splashes of Disney magic.</p>
<p>Year-round, you and your family are invited to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime cruise adventure aboard the Disney Fantasy. Discover for yourself the vast array of comforts, outstanding service and timeless beauty of a ship that captures the hearts and imaginations of everybody who steps on board.</p>
<p><strong>Aboard the Disney Fantasy</strong><br />Discover what awaits you and your family onboard the ship:</p>
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<li><strong>Staterooms</strong><br /><a href="/ships-activities/ships/fantasy/staterooms/"><span style="color: #056287;">Staterooms</span></a> on board the Disney Fantasy feature contemporary amenities, ample space and elegant nautical decor. Most boast split bathrooms—perfect for families and a cruise line industry first. </li>
<li><strong>Youth Clubs</strong><br /><a href="/ships-activities/ships/fantasy/youth-clubs/"><span style="color: #056287;">Youth Clubs</span></a> fulfill the recreational needs of younger Guests. Kids clubs, activity centers for tweens and teens and a plethora of unique interactive programs can be found throughout the ship. </li>
<li><strong>Dining</strong><br /><a href="/ships-activities/ships/fantasy/dining/"><span style="color: #056287;">Dining</span></a> options aboard the Disney Fantasy include elegant adults-only dining, gourmet Main Dining delights and mouthwatering made-to-order casual fare—in delightfully themed restaurants. </li>
<li><strong>Entertainment</strong><br /><a href="/ships-activities/ships/fantasy/entertainment/"><span style="color: #056287;">Entertainment</span></a> aboard the Disney Fantasy, including spectacular musical live shows and first-run movies in 3-D, is available at a number of lavish onboard venues each day of your cruise—and is unlike anything else offered on the high seas. </li>
<li><strong>Pools</strong><br /><a href="/ships-activities/ships/fantasy/pools/"><span style="color: #056287;">Pools</span></a> aboard the Disney Fantasy are terrific places to cool down and relax on sun-kissed afternoons. On Deck 11, you'll find 3 sparkling pools—one for kids, one for families, and one just for adults. </li>
<li><strong>Nightclubs &amp; Lounges</strong><br /><a href="/ships-activities/ships/fantasy/nightclubs-lounges/"><span style="color: #056287;">Nightclubs &amp; Lounges</span></a> on the Disney Fantasy fill the nights at sea with live music, dancing and socializing. </li>
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<p><strong>Construction</strong><br />Designed to reflect the glamour of the golden age of cruising during the 1930s, the Disney Fantasy is seen as a thematic extension of the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Scheduled for completion in 2012, the new ocean liner will feature the same attention to detail Disney is known for, while introducing new and immersive, one-of-a-kind venues and experiences for everyone in the family.</p>
<p><strong>Interior Design</strong><br />To step aboard the Disney Fantasy is to be instantly transported to an age of adventure and wonder, where elegance and sophistication mingle with Disney storytelling and whimsy. Inside is an attention to detail one would only expect from Disney. Lavish decorative murals coexist with sparkling fixtures and furnishings. Original paintings, statues and woodwork envelope Guests in a radiant Art Nouveau ambiance that is both rich and distinctive. And delightfully themed venues—including youth clubs, restaurants, nightclubs and theatre spaces—take Guests of all ages to faraway places where memory and magic come together.</p>
<p>Disney Fantasy images are artist renderings; actual construction may vary.</p>
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<title>Disney Cruise Line Named Top Cruise Line by Readers of Condé Nast Traveler Magazine</title>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';">Known as the leader in family cruising<em style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">, Disney Cruise Line</em> took the top honors in the Mega-Ship category, which is part of the magazine’s annual readers’ survey that recognizes the best in travel for resorts, destinations, airlines, cruise lines and car rental agencies.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></p>
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<span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';">CELEBRATION, Fla., (Oct. 13, 2010) – <em style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Disney Cruise Line</em> <span style="color: #000000;">has been</span> recognized as the No. <span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';">CELEBRATION, Fla., (Oct. 13, 2010) – <em style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Disney Cruise Line</em> <span style="color: #000000;">has been</span> recognized as the No. 1 cruise experience at the Annual Readers’ Choice Awards for <em style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Condé Nast Traveler</em> magazine in New York City. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';"> </span></div>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';">Samantha Brown, renowned travel expert and television host on The Travel Channel, presented the award to Disney Cruise Line President Karl Holz at the awards gala in New York City.<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" /><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 12pt;"><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';">“We are delighted to be recognized by such an esteemed travel community,†said Holz.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>“This award is a testament to our continued dedication toward creating an unparalleled family cruise vacation. We appreciate the support of our guests who have sailed with us time and again and who helped make it possible for us to receive this highly regarded award.â€<br /><br />In addition, the readers of <em>Travel + Leisure</em> magazine recently named<em> Disney Cruise Line</em> the Top Family-Friendly Large-Ship Cruise Line in the 2010 World’s Best Awards poll<span style="color: #000000;">.  Disney Cruise Line offers cruises for the young and young at heart, with a wide variety of events and activities designed to provide guests with a vacation experience that every member of the family feels was created especially for them.<br /><br /></span></span><strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><em style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';">New Ships, New Itineraries<br /><br /></span></em></strong><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';">These awards come as Disney enters the final stages of construction for one of two new ships, and begins to more formally expand itineraries to new destinations.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Known for establishing the family cruise market when the Disney Magic debuted in 1998, <em style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Disney Cruise Line</em> continues to build upon this success with a focus on the legacy and heritage of The Walt Disney Company’s most known assets – master storytelling, world-class entertainment and legendary guest service.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">    </span><br /><br />The newest ship, the Disney Dream, is scheduled to sail its Maiden Voyage on January 26, 2011 from Port Canaveral, Florida.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Meanwhile sister ship Disney Fantasy is scheduled to set sail in 2012. </span> <br /><br /><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';">In 2011, the Disney Dream will sail three-, four- and five-night cruises to the Bahamas from homeport, Port Canaveral, Fla.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>The Disney Magic will continue sailing seven-night eastern and western Caribbean cruises, before returning to the Mediterranean for another summer of itineraries in this region.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>The Disney Wonder will begin 2011 by repositioning to the West Coast of the U.S., sailing seven-night Mexican Riviera cruises from the Port of Los Angeles, while spending the summer sailing first-ever Alaskan itineraries from Vancouver.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><em style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: calibri;">New Ship -- Disney Dream</span></em></strong><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif'; mso-fareast-font-family: calibri;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">In addition to all of the features <em style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Disney Cruise Line</em> is known for, the Disney Dream will have several new notable innovations for guests to enjoy.</span></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;"><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">AquaDuck</span><strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';">,</span></strong><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';"> a first-of-its-kind water coaster, is an exhilarating, high-speed thrill ride that combines all the ups and downs of a roller coaster with all the twists and turns of a water slide.  <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"></span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;"><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Virtual Portholes</span><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';"> offer a “window†to the world for inside staterooms, with a real-time view outside the ship where high-definition cameras feed live video to each stateroom.<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"></span></span> </li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;"><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';">Enchanted Art immerses guests in Disney storytelling and looks like other hanging art pieces around the ship, but is actually a framed LCD screen with technology that recognizes a guest is present. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;"><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';">New dining experiences including Remy, an exquisite top-deck restaurant, only for adults, with incredible ocean views and French-inspired, gourmet cuisine by two award-winning chefs.</span> </li>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';">Based in Celebration, Fla., <em style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Disney Cruise Line</em> has received over 50 distinguished awards and recognitions from the travel industry, since first setting sail in 1998.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>These awards have included all aspects of the operation from dining and entertainment, to youth activities and spa facilities.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Since 2007, the line has consistently placed in top spots with Condé Nast readers’ polls, however this is the first time for the company to place No. 1 overall.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'arial','sans-serif';">To learn more about <em style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Disney Cruise Line</em> or to book a vacation, contact <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a> for quote today!</span></p>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 Oct 2010 16:44:23 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong><em>Bookings Begin Oct. 15 for Experience Launching in Early 2011<br /></em></strong><br />LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- Navigating a rickety footbridge over a river chasm can be dicey enough for explorers. In an all-new Disney adventure, what lurks below that bridge may quicken their step to get to the other side: Crocodiles!<br /><br />A ravine of menacing-looking crocs, pools of hippos, bushwalks along untracked terrain and other thrills await guests on <strong>Wild Africa Trek</strong>, a unique wildlife experience scheduled to launch in early 2011 into the deepest, most-remote reaches of Disney’s Animal Kingdom.<br /><br />Reservations can be booked beginning Oct. 15, 2010, for the three-hour, expert-led adventure that will immerse guests in the realms and wildlife thrills of far-off Africa – without leaving Walt Disney World Resort. In small groups, guests on the Wild Africa Trek will enjoy an “up-close-and-personal†experience with African wildlife species that make their home in Pangani Forest as well as other areas of the park’s Harambe Wildlife Reserve.<br /><br />As part of the adventure, guests will clip onto a lifeline as they step to the very edge of a cliff to get amazingly close to the hippos and crocs waiting just below. Talk about cliff-hangers!<br /><br />Adventure-minded guests will have the experience of a lifetime as they get immersed in an authentic African safari experience that only Disney can deliver,†said Michael Colglazier, vice president of Disney's Animal Kingdom. “We are thrilled to be offering this unique outdoor adventure aimed at active vacationers, taking interactions with the incredible animals that inhabit the Harambe Reserve to the next level and literally blazing new trails in our park.â€<br /><br />Highlights of what’s in store for guests on this add-on adventure:<br /> Trekking with experienced guides through areas of Harambe Wildlife Reserve that aren’t explored during regular Disney’s Animal Kingdom experiences.<br /> Navigating through fern and vine forests on a bushwalk that sets a course for adventure.<br /> Clipping into a harness attached to a safety line, crossing a seemingly precarious rope bridge over the Safi River and cliff-hanging at the edge of gullies that are home to hippos and crocodiles.<br /> Experiencing the thrill of “over-landing†in customized open-air vehicles following the edge of a magnificent, wide-open savanna.<br /> Unwinding from an unforgettable adventure at a private safari camp for wildlife viewing.  At this station elevated above the savanna, guests savor sample tastes of Africa as their adventure draws to a relaxing and satisfying close.<br />Wild Africa Trek will be offered several times daily at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Groups will be kept small, consisting of no more than 12 trekkers per safari.<br /><br />Reservations for Wild Africa Trek can be arranged by calling 407-WDW-TOUR (939-8687). Pricing for this unique adventure will vary seasonally. Guests who reserve a booking from Jan. 16-Feb. 26, 2011, may take advantage of an introductory offer starting at $129. Park admission is required for participants.<br /> </span></p></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 Oct 2010 16:13:30 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disneyland Paris Report by Agent Lulu</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/DLP3.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" /><br />This summer, my husband Danny and I shared a wonderful European Adventure. We added a stop at Disneyland Paris prior to our Westbound Transatlantic Disney Cruise. </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/WDS2.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" /><br />We started our day at The Walt Disney Studios.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>We were able to get in early thanks to a friend and guest of mine who met us at the front gate.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Much like Disney’s Hollywood Studios, The Walt Disney Studios is a “working studioâ€.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>As you enter the park, you must go through a large studio building.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Inside there are several shops and walk-up quick-service food counters.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Very nice if it is raining or very hot outside.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> <br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/WDS4.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" /> </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span>As you make your way out, you are greeted by the famous Walt and Mickey statue which leads you out to Hollywood Boulevard.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>It’s similar to New York Street at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/buzzDLP.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="243" /><br />We made our way to the back of the park to the new Toy Story Playland.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>This is the newest area opened to guests. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The expansion is continuing with a future Paris Street area which will feature Remy.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/DLP1.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="122" /></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Disneyland</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">, itself, has a very unique entrance located at the The Disneyland Hotel.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>You walk down some steps and under a couple archways with the sign that says “Disneyland Parkâ€.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Through the turnstiles, we entered a small courtyard looking up at the train station with the Main Street, USA sign.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> I would love to stay at this beautiful resort... maybe next time!</span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/DLP2.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" /><br />Once we walked through the station, the park opens to Main Street, USA.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Reminiscent of Main Street at the Magic Kingdom, many things were right where you expect them to be, like the train station, City Hall and Casey’s.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  This European Disney </span>castle was spectacular.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>The landscaping surrounding the castle was creative and unique and added to its beauty.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/DLP-Pirates2.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="163" /><br />The park is essentially set up like the Magic Kingdom, except that Adventureland and Frontierland are flipped and Tomorrowland is called Discoveryland.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>We were most impressed with the Pirates of the Caribbean ride.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Walking into the ride, you are entering a Spanish fort.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>It is what you would expect from the time of plundering on the Spanish Main.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>The ride inside was much better than expected, as well.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Phantom Manor, aka The Haunted Mansion, was closed during our visit.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>We were a bit disappointed in that, but it did not deter us from enjoying the rest of the park.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">The one thing that I could not get used to was listening to Mickey speak in French.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Thankfully, Minnie was there to do some translating during the big show in front of the castle. Bon jour!</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">We ended our day having dinner and doing some shopping in the Disney Village, which is much like Downtown Disney at Disneyland.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Walking thorough the Disney Village, you come to other hotels for the Disneyland Paris Resort including the Newport Hotel and the New York Hotel.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Just about all of them are within walking distance of Disneyland Park. I really enjoyed our time at Disneyland Paris. I highly recommend it if you are a Disney fan traveling abroad and would like to experience Disney Euro-style.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">Disneyland Paris is the same yet different as Walt Disney World, but absolutely incredible and worth the trip!</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">You can contact Lulu at <a href="mailto:Lulu@smallworldvacations.com">Lulu@smallworldvacations.com</a></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">Read Lulu's Disney Magic Westbound Transatlantic Cruise on <a href="/blog">www.smallworldvacations.com/blog</a></span></span></p>
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<description><div><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/romeCindy.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="169" /><br />Disney Magic-10 Night Mediterranean Cruise</span></strong></span></span></span></div>
<div><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;">My husband &amp; I recently sailed on a 10-Night Mediterranean cruise aboard the Disney Magic . <span style="color: #000000;">Our Disney Mediterranean Cruise was the perfect way to see a portion of Europe!  You unpack once and wake up in a new port each day within 5 different countries!  </span> I would like to share with you just a taste of the amazing voyage I experienced.</span></span></span></span></span></span>
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<div>We flew into Barcelona 2 days prior to our sailing so that we could see the sights </div>
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<div>The port city of Valletta is charming and full of history from Medieval times.  Mdina is</div>
<div>a quaint city on the inland of this island nation that has both Arabic and western European influences.</div>
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<div><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Tunis, Tunisia - We chose the Sidi Bou Said &amp; Carthage Excursion</strong></span></div>
<div>On the North African continent, the city of Sidi Bou Said is reminiscent of a white-washed village</div>
<div>in Greece.  In Carthage, one can view ancient Roman Baths in Carthage, as well as view the ancient </div>
<div>ruins of the city, including remnants of homes of its inhabitants.  I didn't take a ride on the camel, </div>
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<div><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Port of Naples-We chose to explore Sorento &amp; Pompei</span></strong></div>
<div>This excursion started out with breathtaking views of the Amalfi coastline and</div>
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<div>of Mount Vesuvius.  We had some free time in Sorrento, and after some </div>
<div>shopping we had a leisurely lunch in one of the charming cafes before </div>
<div>meeting our tour guide for our afternoon tour of Pompeii.   I have never seen</div>
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<div><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/romeCindy.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="169" />Port of Civitevecchia - Our excursion was Jumping Into Eternal Rome</span></strong>
<div>It's impossible to take in all this city has to offer in a day, but we came pretty close</div>
<div>with this tour!  The Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, St Peter's Square and Basilica, and so much more.</div>
<div>I fell in love with Rome and threw my coin into Trevi Fountain so that one day I will return!</div>
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<div><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #000000;">Florence &amp; Pisa - We saw both of these wonderful places!</span></span></strong></div>
<span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;">We drove through the gorgeous Tuscan countryside to get to Florence, where we were witness</span></span></span></span></span></span><br />to some beautiful architecture and of course, statues, the most important of which is Michaelangelo's<br />David.  Then on to Pisa, where we saw the famous "Leaning Tower," a must-see when in Italy.</span> <span style="color: #000000;"><br /><br /></span>
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<div><span style="color: #000000;">There's nothing like strolling through the street markets in Nice, taking in the local </span></div>
<div><span style="color: #000000;">flavor, except maybe to take in the sights of Monaco and Monte Carlo, including the </span></div>
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<div><span style="color: #000000;">You can contact Cindy at  </span><a title="mailto:Cindy@SmallWorldVacations.com" href="mailto:Cindy@SmallWorldVacations.com"><span style="color: #0000ff;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Cindy@SmallWorldVacations.com</span></span></a><span style="color: #000000;"> for more information on this or other Disney Cruises or go to </span><a title="http://www.smallworldvacations.com/" href="/"><span style="color: #0000ff;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.smallworldvacations.com</span></span></a><span style="color: #000000;"> for a no-obligation price quote today.</span></div>
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<category>Amalfi Pompeii</category><category>Barcelona</category><category>Disney Cruise</category><category>Disney Mediterranean Cruise</category><category>La Spezia Pisa</category><category>Small World Vacations</category><category>Tunisia</category><category>Villafranche French Riviera</category>
<pubDate>Sat, 09 Oct 2010 04:39:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; color: #000000; font-size: small;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/MickeyBarcelona.JPG" alt="" width="225" height="300" /><br />To say that this was just another cruise would not do this adventure justice.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>My husband Danny and I departed Barcelona on the Disney Magic bound for the United States with an amazing “Adventures Away†deck party.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>The Disney characters, confetti, hand streamers and the world famous “When You Wish Upon A Star†horn signaled the beginning of an amazing journey!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/FormalBrent.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="169" /><br />Our first full day was a relaxing “Day At Seaâ€.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>We enjoyed the first of 2 formal nights of the cruise.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> We are pictured with Brent, the "world famous" Disney Cruise activities director.</span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Gibraltar3.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" /><br />The next morning, we found the Disney Magic docked in a rainy Gibraltar.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>The “Rock†was impressive and dominated the view.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>The port area had some nice shops to explore.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>As the day progressed, the skies cleared and we traveled to the top of the rock.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Along the way, we visited the “Pillars of Herculesâ€, the Great Siege <em><span style="font-style: normal; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Tunnels and the Famous Barbary Apes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>As we were sailing away from Gibraltar, the southern coast of Spain could be seen on one side of the ship and the northern coast of Africa could be seen from the other.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>It was an incredible sight and feeling.</span></em></span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; color: #000000; font-size: small;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Maderia-East.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" /><br />Another “Day At Sea†passed too quickly.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>We arrived at the mountainous island of Madeira, Portugal the following morning.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>We traveled to Cabo Girao, the highest sea cliff in Europe and the 2<sup>nd</sup> highest in the world.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>The island continues to recover from horrific floods that struck the island about six months prior.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Reaching the highest point of the island, we could view the southern and the northern end of the island.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>It was green and lush.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; color: #000000; font-size: small;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/AtlanticCrossing2.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="169" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Minnie&amp;UsDCL.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="179" /><br /></span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; color: #000000; font-size: small;">Madeira was followed by 5 amazing “Days At Sea†as we crossed the Atlantic Ocean.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>The days just flew by.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Between the activities that the Cruise Staff had scheduled and just sitting on deck 4 with a good book, we were never bored.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>We were warned that the crossing may be rough, but the water was smooth and the weather was perfect.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; color: #000000; font-size: small;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/StMarrten2lulu.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="122" /><br />Too quickly, the Disney Magic arrived in St Maarten.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>We were definitely back in the Caribbean.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>The weather was beautiful other than being hot and humid!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>We did the “Under Two Flags Island Tour†shore excursion.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>We started the tour on the Dutch side then visited the French side of the island.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>It was very informative and only took a couple of hours.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>We were returned to the port city of Philipsburg for some shopping and a leisurely walk back to the ship.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; color: #000000; font-size: small;">We were docked in port with another cruise ship.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>As we were leaving that evening, people on the other ship crowded their balconies and upper decks to watch the Disney Magic sail away.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>The other ship saluted the Magic with three horn blasts.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>The Disney Magic responded with two blasts and then the “When You Wish Upon A Star†horn blast.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>The other cruise ship passengers, along with everyone gathered on the Magic, erupted in cheers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  It felt great to be guest on a Disney Cruise!</span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Tortola.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="169" />Tortola was our next port of call.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>We did the “North Shore &amp; Pussers Island Tour†shore excursion.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>This was another relatively short, yet very informative tour.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Again, we were driven around the island, up and over its mountains, getting fantastic views of the surrounding islands.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>We could see St Johns, which was about 5 miles away, as well as, St Thomas, which was about 20 miles away.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>On a super clear day, you could even see Puerto Rico. Breathtaking!</span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; color: #000000; font-size: small;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 4px; margin-right: 4px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/CastawayCay4.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="169" />After one more “Day At Seaâ€, during which we enjoyed High Tea at Palo’s, we arrived at beautiful Castaway Cay.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We got a sneak-peek at the Cookies Two BBQ area and the Cabanas.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Once they are completely open, the experience will be fantastic.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>There is also an additional tram stop along the family beach.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>You can pick up another tram that takes you out to Serenity Bay. Disney thinks of everything!</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; color: #000000; font-size: small;">As the sun began to set, we boarded the Disney Magic one last time.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>We felt both sadness and happiness.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Sadness that our 14-night journey was coming to an end.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Happiness for the memories we made during our adventure across the Atlantic Ocean.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/AliceDCLAEPAll.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" /><br />I was thrilled to have the chance to experience a 3 night Bahamian Cruise aboard the Disney Wonder during an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner travel agent education program from September 8 – 12, 2010.<span>  Pictured here are myself and my fellow Small World Vacations agents, Sydney, Amber and Mary. </span>My family and I were already vacationing in Walt Disney World, so I didn’t feel TOO bad about leaving them behind for a few days! Researching the Disney Cruise is a tough job.....<br /></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><span></span>After touring some rooms and suites at a few Walt Disney World Resort hotels, we were treated to a wonderful dinner and dessert party at Epcot and enjoyed Illuminations from a private viewing area.<span>  </span>Early the next morning we had a character breakfast with Minnie and friends at Cape May Café, and then boarded our Disney Cruise Line motor coach for the trip to Port Canaveral.<br /></span><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">We were able to board the ship a little early to tour all of the stateroom categories including the fabulous 2 Bedroom Walter E. Disney Suite! After getting pumped up at the Sail-Away Celebration and that evening’s musical show, we dined at Palo and experienced top-notch food and service. I highly recommend making advanced reservations for this exclusive restaurant located on Deck 10.<br /></span><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">My travel mates had made pre-arrangements with Disney Cruise Line for a birthday cake and festive Disney birthday decorations for our stateroom, which was a lovely surprise for me!<span>  </span>Our deluxe ocean-view stateroom with a verandah was remarkably spacious and the split bathroom was very convenient when getting ready in the morning.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/SydneyAliceSpa.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" /><br />Our first port of call was Nassau, but another agent, Sydney and I chose to stay on the ship and experience the Vista Spa for a very relaxing afternoon. <span> </span>It was difficult to decide which of the many different spa treatment options to choose!</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/AlicePirateShip.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="150" /><br />The food was abundant and delicious, the shows were Broadway-caliber, but my absolute favorite part of the cruise was the day spent on Castaway Cay, Disney’s private island.<span>  </span>With separate beaches for families, teens and adults-only, a children’s program area, Disney characters and activities galore, there is truly something for everyone here.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/AliceCastaway2.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="169" /><br />Three nights aboard the Disney Wonder passed much too quickly and there were so many different activities from which to choose, it was impossible to see and do everything on one cruise.<span>  </span>You know what that means….I’ll be back!!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">You can contact Alice Karberg of Small World Vacations.com at <a href="mailto:Alice@SmallWorldVacations.com">Alice@SmallWorldVacations.com</a></span></p></description>
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<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">When it comes to taking a cruise with Disney, you just never know what your favorites will end up being.  Every cruise is unlike the one before, but you know it will be fun!  I discovered this when three of my fellow agents and I took part in an Agent Education Program aboard the Disney Wonder’s 3-night cruise from September 9 -12, 2010.  I had been on this same cruise with my family but traveling with three good friends enabled me to experience this cruise in a whole new way.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/AliceBDay.jpg" alt="" width="170" height="188" />Special occasions and Disney go hand-in-hand.  One of our agents, Alice, was celebrating her birthday while onboard. So, we planned a surprise for her stateroom and ordered the Happy Birthday package.  Alice was thrilled when she walked into the room and saw the festive decorations and pretty cake waiting for her.  The well-wishes didn’t end there either.  We made sure that our waiters in the restaurants also knew about her special day! (Alice and Sydney shown having fun at Animators Palate.)</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">There are many wonderful experiences on a Disney cruise ship - wonderful Broadway-style shows, rocking deck parties, endless entertainment, soothing spa treatments, and fabulous food.  We enjoyed the adult only fine dining restaurant, Palo, on our first night.  Our amazing waiter, Marco, treated us like royalty.  If we couldn’t decide between two dishes,  he would bring out a sampler for everyone to try.   In Triton’s, we enjoyed various types of French cuisine and plenty of it.  Our servers, William and Alex, kept us happy with a variety of appetizers, entrees, and desserts.  They were eager to please, no matter what.  </span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/AnimatorsPalate1.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="169" />Our last dining experience was Animator’s Palate.  Of the three rotation restaurants, this one is my favorite.  The show within the restaurant is absolutely beautiful and a pleasant surprise to first-timers. Since this was Alice’s actual birthday, we made sure to end the delicious meal on a high note!</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/MaryCastaway.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="169" />One of the best parts of being on a Disney cruise is stopping at Castaway Cay.  We decided to first visit the adult only beach, Serenity Bay.  Serene is an understatement.  We enjoyed sitting in the water in our beach chairs with schools of tiny fish swimming around us and just soaking it all in.  I love being with my children, but Serenity Bay was a little slice of heaven on earth.  (For those parents who want to experience Serenity Bay, Disney’s answer is Scuttle’s Cove, the on-island kids club.)  We ate lunch at the open-air restaurant and then hopped back onto the tram to go check out a new attraction on the island – Pelican Plunge.  Guests must swim out to a floating platform that houses two body slides and a dunk bucket that drenches willing volunteers.  The body slides include a 140 foot long open slide and a very fast, covered corkscrew slide. Children must be at least 38 inches tall.  Those under 48 inches must wear a lifejacket.  The four of us had a great time taking the plunge several times....... Just make sure to keep your nose closed!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">My fellow Small World Vacations agents and I had a wonderful time while on-board and off.  We learned many new facts and tidbits about the Disney Cruise Line fleet, including the new Disney Dream.  Our experiences armed us with a wealth of new information for our future cruise guests, and we can’t wait to share it all!!!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"> Contact Mary Hoffman of Small World Vacations at <a href="mailto:Mary@SmallWorldVacations.com">Mary@SmallWorldVacations.com</a></span></p></description>
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<p class="MsoNormal">On September 8, 2010 I participated in a 4 night/5 day Disney Cruise Line Agent Education Program which included a 3-night cruise aboard the Disney Wonder!   On the first day we arrived at Walt Disney World and toured some value, moderate and deluxe resorts.  We had dinner at Epcot and stayed to watch Illuminations, one of my favorite nighttime events at Walt Disney World!  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/SydneyDonald.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="317" />Early the next morning it was breakfast at Cape May Café at Disney’s Beach Club Resort.   Here my favorite character, Donald Duck, stopped by to say hello and have his photo taken with me!  Minnie Mouse and Goofy came by to say hello, too!  </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/SydneySailaway2.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="135" />When we arrived at Port Canaveral (via DCL bus ground transfers), we boarded the Disney Wonder and went on a ship tour.  We viewed the various category staterooms, restaurants, lounges, pools, children’s program and activity areas, and spa.   At 4:15pm the <em>Adventures Away Celebration </em>party began.  What a great way to get everyone ready to set sail!   Mickey and the gang came out to dance with the party guests, and by 5:00pm we were on our way to the sunny Bahamas!  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal">That evening my fellow Small World Vacations agents and I dined at the adult only restaurant, Palo.  Wow, it was wonderful!   Disney Cruise Line has many areas onboard their ships that are reserved for guests over the age of 18.   On the Disney Wonder there is the Quiet Cove Pool  where adults can go to relax.   There is also the Cove Café where guests can enjoy a warm or cold beverage, and if need be, check their email.  If pampering is in order, adults can enjoy the Vista Spa.  I chose to use some of my down time during  my training to try out the Vista Spa.  I enjoyed my treatments and then spent time in the tranquil Rain Forest Room.  This room has multiple saunas, and aromatherapy to really get you in the perfect relaxed vacation mode!  While the adults are enjoying the spa, children can enjoy all of the wonderful kids’ areas.  They take up almost an entire half deck!  Here Disney Youth Counselors entertain the younger Disney Cruise Line guests, while moms and dads have some time alone to relax.   </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/SydneyPirateParty.jpg" alt="" width="188" height="234" />I enjoyed three wonderful shows in the Walt Disney Theatre.   <em>Toy Story the Musical, the Golden Mickey’s and Disney Dreams: an Enchanted Classic</em> were all spectacular.    I was very impressed.  I was equally impressed with the  <em>Pirates IN the Caribbean</em> deck party on the second night of the cruise during which guests joined in the fun by dressing in pirate attire.   I wore my Mickey pirate hat of course!  The party concluded with fireworks at sea!  A treat only offered by Disney Cruise. I am pictured here with Small World Vacations agent, Alice Karberg.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/SydneyDCL.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="169" />Our second day was spent in Nassau, Bahamas, a colorful island experience. On the third day, we explored Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay.   Words cannot describe how amazing this island is.   There are multiple beaches,  including a family beach, a teen beach and an adult exclusive beach called Serenity Bay.  Kids can have an amazing time at the children’s program area called Scuttle’s Cove, or take a water slide ride into the Caribbean at Pelican Plunge.  I took the plunge myself!  There are a variety of shore excursions available on the island including parasailing, jet skiing and snorkeling.   </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/SydneySunset.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" />The next day I took Disney transportation back to the Orlando International Airport and flew home to Massachusetts.  Although the air is crisp back here in New England, I am warmed with all the wonderful memories and experiences I had on my Disney cruise.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Contact Sydney at <a href="mailto:Sydney@smallworldvacations.com">Sydney@smallworldvacations.com</a> for assistance with your Disney Cruise.</p>
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<description><p>I recently had the opportunity to attend a Disney Cruise Line Agent Education Program on board the Disney Wonder with three of my fellow Small World Vacations agents. It was a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the Disney Cruise Line and experience all of the magic of a Disney cruise firsthand.</p>
<p>We sailed the Wonder's 3-night Bahamian itinerary which includes a stop at Nassau and Disney's private island Castaway Cay. On embarkation day, we toured the different stateroom categories including those for special needs and even the Walter E. Disney Suite. </p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Ambersailaway.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="169" />Later that day after the mandatory safety drill, we all went up to Deck 10 to enjoy the Sail Away Party. The ship slowly began to leave the port during the celebration, and we were on our way!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/AmberPalo.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="169" />That night the four of us had made a reservation for the adults-only restaurant on board, Palo. We all had a wonderful meal, and our server Marco, was very attentive. Most of us ended our meal with the famous chocolate soufflé which is prepared to order for each guest. Delicious!</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/AmberChocolate.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="169" /></p>
<p>After dinner we attended the first of three Broadway style productions shown on board - The Golden Mickey's. The other productions are Toy Story: The Musical and Disney Dreams, all three captivated the audience each night. </p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/AmberNassau.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="169" />When we awoke the next morning, we found ourselves docked in Nassau. We spent the morning learning about everything from itineraries to the new ships that will soon join the Disney Cruise Line - the Disney Dream and the Disney Fantasy.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/AmberPelicanPlunge.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" />The next day we were excited to experience Castaway Cay! We relaxed on the adults-only beach "Serenity Bay" and even tried out the water slides at Pelican Plunge. I want to go back with my family.</p>
<p>The attention to detail and customer service you receive onboard the Disney Cruise Line is exactly what you would expect from Disney. Our room steward left us towel animals each night during turn-down service along with our Personal Navigator that outlined the next day's activities. Our dining room servers were also fabulous, often bringing us multiple appetizers and desserts so that we could try many different things.</p>
<p>The cruise experience was absolutely wonderful and something that I would recommend everyone try at least once. I know that I can't wait for my next voyage!</p>
<p>You can contact Amber at <a href="mailto:Amber@SmallWorldVacations.com">Amber@SmallWorldVacations.com</a> She will be glad to help you plan a Disney vacation.</p></description>
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<p class="div_content contentCopy"><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>® is pleased to extend the following offer as part of the World's Largest Cruise Night on Oct. 13, 2010, hosted by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA).</p>
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<li>$100* onboard credit for 14-night Transatlantic cruises sailing<br />May 14, 2011, and Sept. 10, 2011 </li>
<li>$75* onboard credit for 7-night, 10-night and 11-night Mediterranean cruises sailing May 28 – Sept. 3, 2011 </li>
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<p>For more details, click this link to a PDF <a href="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/DCL/DCL083010.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #810081;">flier</span></span></a> . Contact Small World Vacations for a price quote today at <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com/">www.smallworldvacations.com</a></p>
<p>*Onboard credit is per stateroom and is not combinable with other offers. Offer applies to new bookings only made through a CLIA-affiliated agency. Any unused portions of onboard credit are non-refundable and non-transferable.</p>
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<description><p>You’ve made Disney vacation memories and captured them in photos or video. Now you intend to share them with the world by posting them online.</p>
<p>Disney Parks has created a place where you can share those memories and view the Disney memories of other vacationers – with the possibility that they’ll be shared with yet more people in a Disney television “spot†or in print or online communications.</p>
<p>As Disney Parks launches "Let the Memories Begin†with communications that acknowledge making memories as “the masterpiece of parenthood,†the company also has launched a website for sharing and viewing memories. Guests can upload their photos, videos and text-only memories at <a href="http://www.DisneyParks.com/Memories"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0066cc;">DisneyParks.com/Memories</span></span></a>. They can even categorize their memories by theme, emotion and location.</p>
<p>The DisneyParks.com/Memories website (also available soon in Spanish and French) has a simple-to-use interface for uploading, viewing and searching Disney memories. The functionality also will be part of the Disney Parks pages on Facebook, YouTube and MySpace.</p>
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<p>On the heels of a series of television commercials created with brief home video segments, Disney Parks is looking for more “user-generated content†for future TV commercial spots, print advertisements, newsletter articles and vacation-planning video segments relating to “Let the Memories Begin.â€</p>
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<description><p><span>NEW YORK (Sept. 23, 2010) – In 2011, Disney guests will become the stars of a nightly spectacular when photos taken in the park during the day become larger-than-life projections on Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort or “it’s a small world†at Disneyland Resort. This groundbreaking new experience will celebrate the family vacation memories created in Disney theme parks every day.</span></p>
<p><span>And this week, Disney guests will begin starring on television, too, as part of the new “Let the Memories Begin†campaign. For the first time, Disney Parks is featuring the home videos and snapshots of real guests in television ads and other marketing that will allow an audience of millions to share in true-life, heartfelt moments.</span></p>
<p><span>“A Disney vacation is the perfect way to create family memories that will last a lifetime,†said Tom Staggs, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, at a media announcement Thursday in New York. “We’ll spotlight those ‘only-at-Disney’ moments with family and friends during our ‘Let the Memories Begin’ campaign.â€</span> </p>
<p><span>A just-released survey of U.S. and Canadian families conducted for Disney Parks by Ypartnership, a noted research firm that tracks consumer insights and trends in travel, showed that vacation memories hold a special place in family history.</span> </p>
<p><span>Nine out of 10 parents said they planned their vacations with the express hope that they would result in a lasting family memory, the survey showed. And those memories stuck with them – nearly three-quarters said they think back “often†or “very often†on their favorite vacation experiences.</span></p>
<h3><strong>‘Memories in the Making’ to be Shared on Disney Park Icons</strong></h3>
<p><span>Beginning in January 2011, some Disney parks guests will find that the memory they just made has become a larger-than-life image during a “Let the Memories Begin†nighttime experience. </span></p>
<p><span>At Walt Disney World Resort, the guest photos will be projected on the soaring spires of Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom. At Disneyland Resort, the iconic façade of “it’s a small world†will be the canvas for the show. </span></p>
<p><span>In both locations, Disney PhotoPass photographers will capture guests caught up in the Disney experience – a memory in the making – and as many as 500 photos will be used in each location every day, producers estimate. </span></p>
<p><span>The nighttime show will use the latest in high-intensity projection technology to create vivid visuals that seem to defy the architecture of the building. A new song commissioned for the show will provide an emotional context for these images of the Disney guest experience. </span></p>
<h3><strong>For TV Ads and More, Disney Parks Issues a ‘Call for Memories’</strong></h3>
<p><span>Beyond seeing their own projected photos in lights, guests also could become the stars of Disney Parks television commercials, online campaigns and social media opportunities that will showcase to the world the power of memories.</span></p>
<p><span>The campaign kicks off this week with a TV commercial created from videos posted online in social media forums.</span></p>
<p><span>For future TV commercials and other advertising and marketing programs, Disney Parks is asking guests to share their memories by uploading photos and videos at a special “Let the Memories Begin†online hub at www.DisneyParks.com/Memories. From a first meeting with a princess to a laugh-filled watery touchdown on Splash Mountain, Disney Parks is looking for videos and photos that capture those never-to-be-forgotten experiences.</span></p>
<p><span>Some memories will be shared online, while others may be selected to share in print ads, brochures and other marketing – including television ads to air across the United States and Canada.</span></p>
<p><span>With real visitor images on iconic attractions and home video featured in commercials, the storytellers at Disney Parks are letting guests tell their own stories in 2011, Staggs said. </span></p>
<p><span>“We wanted to give our guests a powerful way to share the memories they create every day in our parks,†Staggs said. “Essentially, this becomes our first user-generated show and our first user-generated marketing campaign.</span></p>
<p><span>“A day at a Disney park is filled with magical experiences that become cherished and unforgettable memories – and now we’re helping our guests share those memories with the world.</span></p>
<h3><strong>More Ways to Make Disney Vacation Memories in 2011</strong> </h3>
<p><span>To help make special memories last a lifetime, in 2011 Disney Parks is adding new theme park experiences in California and Florida, new vacation opportunities on the high seas with Disney Cruise Line, a new luxury resort on a breathtaking lagoon in Hawaii, and new ways to explore the world with Adventures by Disney.</span></p>
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<p><strong>Aulani, a Disney Resort &amp; Spa, Ko Olina Hawai`i:</strong> A first-of-its-kind Disney resort in Hawaii creates a perfect setting for family fun. The new resort, which includes traditional hotel rooms and Disney Vacation Club villas, is being built on 21 acres of oceanfront property, 17 miles from Honolulu International Airport and approximately 30 minutes from Waikiki.</p>
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<p><strong>Adventures by Disney:</strong> In 2011, Adventures by Disney guests will step off of planes, cruise ships and camels into living chapters of history during seven- and nine-night Egypt itineraries. These guided travel vacations allow families to visit destinations they never dreamed possible – including Italy, South Africa and China – with the assurance of the Disney name.</p>
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<p> Contact <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a price quote on your 2011 Disney vacation today!</p>
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<description><p>I recently had the pleasure of attending a Disney Parks Press Event in New York City. It was held at Espace located on West 42nd Street near the Hudson River. When I arrived, there were people lined up on the sidewalk waiting for the doors to open. A Disney themed food truck was parked along the curb emblazened with Disney's new slogan, "Let the memories begin." Instead of serving food, there was a multi-screen monitor showing videos with people sharing their favorite Disney memories. I was curious as to what Disney was planning for 2011.</p>
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<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/DisneyPark.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></p>
<p>Once inside, we were treated to a delicious lunch and  </p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/lunchdisneyparks.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="200" /></p>
<p>an entertaining presentation hosted by Tom Bergeron.</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/TomB.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="169" /></p>
<p>To watch a video of the live video feed from the Press Event:</p>
<p><a href="http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/09/watch-live-webcast-of-disney-parks-special-announcement/">http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2010/09/watch-live-webcast-of-disney-parks-special-announcement/</a></p>
<p>Here are a few photos I took during the event:</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/DumboTom.jpg" alt="" width="183" height="169" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Dumboall.jpg" alt="" width="190" height="168" /><span>MAKING MEMORIES WITH THE MOUSE: (L-R) Walt Disney Parks &amp; Resorts chairman Tom Staggs, TV personality Tom Bergeron and Broadway star Montego Glover join Mickey Mouse Sept. 23, 2010 in New York City for the announcement of Disney Parks' new "Let the Memories Begin" campaign for 2011</span></p>
<p> If you would like to plan your 2011 Disney vacation, go to <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for a free quote today!</p>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 22:14:42 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disney Magical Express - What is it?</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 1;"><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial; mso-font-kerning: 18.0pt;"><span style="color: #000000;"><br /><img src="http://www.stitchkingdom.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/mickeyluggage_44849_orig.jpg" alt="" width="186" height="415" /></span></span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 1;"><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial; mso-font-kerning: 18.0pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">Complimentary Airport Transportation Service - Disney's Magical Express Transportation </span></span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; line-height: 150%; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: Arial;"><span style="color: #000000;">Complimentary airport transportation service, known as Disney's Magical Express Transportation, is free roundtrip airport transportation and baggage delivery for Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; line-height: 150%; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: Arial;"><span style="color: #000000;">Begin your vacation the moment you step off the plane. Bypass baggage claim and avoid the hassle of having to find transportation and drive, as Disney's Magical Express service transports you from Orlando International Airport to your Walt Disney World Resort hotel, and pick ups and deliver your bags to your room. And when your vacation ends, we'll transport you and your luggage back to the airport.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; line-height: 150%; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: Arial;">How It Works</span></strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: Arial;"></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; text-indent: -0.25in; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="color: #000000;">1.<span style="font: 7pt &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">       </span></span></span></span><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;"><span style="color: #000000;">Reserve Disney's Magical Express Transportation with your travel agent or when you book online or by calling (407) WDW-MAGIC or (407) 939-6244. Guests under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian's permission to call.<br />  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; text-indent: -0.25in; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="color: #000000;">2.<span style="font: 7pt &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">       </span></span></span></span><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;"><span style="color: #000000;">Upon landing at Orlando International Airport, skip baggage claim and proceed to the Disney's Magical Express Welcome Center in the Main Terminal Building, B side, Level 1. Disney's Magical Express service will collect your luggage and deliver it directly to your Walt Disney World hotel room within 3 hours after you check in at the resort. Luggage delivery service provided by Disney's Magical Express is available for flights arriving between 5:00 am and 10:00 pm daily. For airport arrivals after 10:00 pm, Guests may collect their luggage at Baggage Claim and transport it with them on the motor coach.<br />  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; text-indent: -0.25in; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="color: #000000;">3.<span style="font: 7pt &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">       </span></span></span></span><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;"><span style="color: #000000;">International Guests flying into Orlando International Airport from another country must follow the U.S. Customs and Border Protection process and claim luggage after disembarking the plane. After completing the process, proceed to the Disney's Magical Express Welcome Center in the Main Terminal Building, B side, Level 1. Disney's Magical Express service will recollect your luggage and deliver it directly to your Walt Disney World hotel room within 4 hours after you check in at the resort. Luggage delivery service provided by Disney's Magical Express is available for flights arriving between 5:00 am and 10:00 pm daily. For airport arrivals after 10:00 pm, Guests may collect their luggage at Baggage Claim and transport it with them on the motor coach.<br />  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; text-indent: -0.25in; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="color: #000000;">4.<span style="font: 7pt &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">       </span></span></span></span><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;"><span style="color: #000000;">Sit back and relax as Disney transports you to your Disney Resort hotel in an air-conditioned motor coach.<br />  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.5in; text-indent: -0.25in; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">5.<span style="font: 7pt &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">       </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;">As your vacation draws to a close, you'll receive a Transportation Notice advising you of the pick-up time and place for your motor coach ride back to Orlando International Airport. Please note that it is your responsibility to bring your luggage to the pick-up point.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; line-height: 150%; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: Arial;"><span style="color: #000000;">Please note that you cannot reserve the luggage service exclusively. You must be present on the motor coach to have your luggage transported to a Walt Disney World hotel.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; line-height: 150%; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: Arial;">Resort Airline Check-In Service</span></strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: Arial;"></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; line-height: 150%; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: Arial;"><span style="color: #000000;">If you're departing domestically on a designated airline, enjoy the convenience of our Resort Airline Check-in Service, which allows you to receive your return boarding pass and check luggage at your Walt Disney World hotel, bypassing airport check-in completely.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; line-height: 150%; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: Arial;"><span style="color: #000000;">Simply visit the Resort Airline Check-In Desk located at your Walt Disney World hotel up to 3 hours prior to your flight departure time. A valid government issued photo I.D. and your hotel room key are required to participate.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; line-height: 150%; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: Arial;"><span style="color: #000000;">Resort Airline Check-In Service is available with the following airline carriers:</span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 9pt 48pt; text-indent: -0.25in; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7pt &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;">American Airlines </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 9pt 48pt; text-indent: -0.25in; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7pt &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;">Delta Air Lines </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 9pt 48pt; text-indent: -0.25in; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7pt &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;">Northwest </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 9pt 48pt; text-indent: -0.25in; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7pt &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;">AirTran </span></span></p>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2010 22:11:36 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Disney Magical Express FAQs</title>
<description><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 21pt 21.75pt 0in; line-height: 13.5pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">What is Disney's Magical Express Service?</span></strong><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;"><br /><br /></span></strong><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Complimentary motor coach transportation and luggage transfer services from Orlando International Airport to select Walt Disney World Resort hotels and back for passengers of all Orlando air carriers <br /><br />Travel time is approximately 45 to 75 minutes. Motor coaches may make multiple stops before arriving at your Disney Resort hotel.<br /><br />Luggage delivery service is available for flights arriving between 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. daily. For airport arrivals after 10:00 p.m., Guests must collect their luggage at Baggage Claim and transport it with them on the motor coach.<br /><br />Reserve the service when you make your Disney Resort reservation prior to arrival at Orlando International Airport.<br /><br />Please note: The service does not provide luggage-only transfer.<br />U.S. and Canada Reservations: (407) WDW-MAGIC or (407) 939-6244. </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">United Kingdom</span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;"> Reservations: 0870 24 24 900 or online www.disneyworld.co.uk for Walt Disney Travel Company bookings - or contact your travel agent or tour operator. International Guests must book Disney's magical Express at least 21 days prior to departure; make your reservation through the same travel agent or tour operator used to book your trip. Guests under age 18 must have parent or guardian permission to call.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 21pt 21.75pt 0in; line-height: 13.5pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">What are the costs and fees for Disney's Magical Express Service?</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">There are none. Disney's Magical Express Service is a complimentary benefit offered to Guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels. </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Resort Airline Check-In Service is also complimentary if you are staying at a select Walt Disney World Resort hotel and are traveling on a domestic flight with a participating airline.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 21pt 21.75pt 0in; line-height: 13.5pt;"><a name="subCategory3"></a><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Which Walt Disney World Resort Hotels provide Disney's Magical Express Service?</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Magical Express provides complimentary transportation to and from the Orlando International Airport for Guests staying at the following Walt Disney World Resort Hotels:<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" /><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" /></span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's All-Star Movies Resort </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's All-Star Music Resort </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's All-Star Sports Resort </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas - Jambo House </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas - Kidani Village </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Beach Club Resort </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Beach Club Villas </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's BoardWalk Inn </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's BoardWalk Villas </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Contemporary Resort </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Coronado Springs Resort </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Grand Floridian Resort &amp; Spa </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Old Key West Resort </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Polynesian Resort </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Pop Century Resort </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort &amp; Spa </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">The Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Wilderness Lodge </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 62.25pt; text-indent: -0.25in; line-height: 13.5pt; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: black; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-size: 9.0pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;">         </span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Disney's Yacht Club Resort </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 21pt 21.75pt 0in; line-height: 13.5pt;"><a name="subCategory4"></a><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: #333333; font-family: Arial;"><br /></span><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Where is the Disney's Magical Express Welcome Center at Orlando International Airport? </span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Main</span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;"> Terminal Building</span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">, B side, Level 1.</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Guests arriving on the A side of the airport should proceed to the B side before taking the elevator or escalator down to Level 1.</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Check the booklet mailed to you or </span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: #333333; font-family: Arial;"><a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/Media/InternetMediaType/FAQ/OIA_Map.pdf"><span style="mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">view and print a map of Orlando International Airport now</span></span></span></a></span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">.</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 21pt 21.75pt 0in; line-height: 13.5pt;"><a name="subCategory5"></a><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: #333333; font-family: Arial;"><br /></span><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Whom do I contact when I have a change to my flight information? </span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Before arriving at Walt Disney World Resort, you may call the same number used to make your room reservation. While at a Disney Resort hotel, contact your Resort hotel Front Desk for assistance. </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 21pt 21.75pt 0in; line-height: 13.5pt;"><a name="subCategory6"></a><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: #333333; font-family: Arial;"><br /></span><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">As an international traveler, do I have to claim my luggage? </span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">If the Orlando International Airport is your first point of entry into the United States, please follow the U.S. Customs &amp; Border Protection process and claim your luggage upon disembarking the airplane. Once you have completed this process and if your flight arrived before 10:00 p.m., you will give your luggage back to the airport officials and proceed to the Disney's Magical Express Welcome Center on B side, Level 1. For international Guests arriving after 10:00 p.m., please retain your luggage and proceed to the Disney's Magical Express Welcome Center. Your luggage will accompany you on the motor coach.</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">If you have </span><em><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">already</span></em><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;"> completed the U.S. Customs &amp; Border Protection process in another U.S. city, proceed directly to the Disney's Magical Express Welcome Center on B side, Level 1. For airport arrivals after 10:00 p.m., collect your luggage for transport on the motor coach.</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 21pt 21.75pt 0in; line-height: 13.5pt;"><a name="subCategory7"></a><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: #333333; font-family: Arial;"><br /></span><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">What if I did not receive my Disney's Magical Express Service information packet, including vouchers and luggage tags, prior to leaving home? </span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">Once you arrive at Orlando International Airport, proceed directly to Disney's Magical Express Welcome Center where transfer vouchers will be provided. For Guests with flights arriving between 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., Disney will obtain your information, collect your luggage and deliver it to your room at your Resort hotel. For airport arrivals after 10:00 p.m., Guests must collect their luggage at baggage claim and transport it with them on the motor coach.</span><a name="subCategory8"></a><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" /><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 21pt 21.75pt 0in; line-height: 13.5pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">When will my luggage be delivered to my room at my Resort hotel? </span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">For Guests arriving on flights between 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., it may take up to 3 hours after your check-in at your Disney Resort hotel. You do not need to be in your room to receive your luggage. Please pack any valuables, medications or anything you need immediately upon your arrival in Orlando in a carry-on bag. For airport arrivals after 10:00 p.m., Guests must collect luggage for transport on the motor coach.</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 21pt 21.75pt 0in; line-height: 13.5pt;"><a name="subCategory9"></a><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: #333333; font-family: Arial;"><br /></span><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">On my day of departure, how will I know what time a motor coach will pick me up at my Resort hotel to return to Orlando International Airport?</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">The day before you check out, you will receive a transportation notice advising you of your motor coach pick-up time, which will be approximately 3 hours prior to your flight departure time for U.S. flights and 4 hours prior for international flights. You are responsible for bringing your luggage to the motor coach pick-up location.</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 21pt 21.75pt 0in; line-height: 13.5pt;"><a name="subCategory10"></a><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: #333333; font-family: Arial;"><br /></span><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Where are the motor coach drop-off locations at Orlando International Airport if I'm traveling back to the airport?</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">There are motor coach drop-off locations on both the A and B sides of Orlando International Airport (Gates 1–29, 30–59, 60–99 and 100–129).</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 21pt 21.75pt 0in; line-height: 13.5pt;"><a name="subCategory11"></a><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: #333333; font-family: Arial;"><br /></span><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">How will international Guests who do not receive the Disney's Magical Express booklet know what to do upon arrival at the Orlando International Airport? </span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">A general information guide has been created for the Guests who do not receive an Airport Transportation Booklet prior to arrival. </span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: #333333; font-family: Arial;"><a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/Media/InternetMediaType/FAQ/OIA_Map.pdf"><span style="mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">View and print a map of Orlando International Airport now</span></span></span></a></span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">. Also </span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: #333333; font-family: Arial;"><a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/Media/InternetMediaType/FAQ/DME_Int_Guidelines.pdf"><span style="mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">view and print guidelines for international guests</span></span></span></a></span><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">.</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 15pt 0pt 32.25pt; line-height: 13.5pt;"><span style="font-size: 9.5pt; color: black; font-family: Arial;">No. Car seats must be stowed underneath the motor coach. (Children can sit on an adult's lap or occupy their own seat.)</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"></span></p>
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<p>If you are visiting the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>® Resort this fall, you will find a host of exciting entertainment options to enjoy. </p>
<p>Beginning Oct. 15, your family can interact with characters Rapunzel and Flynn Ryder from the upcoming Disney film “Tangled†at the Fairytale Garden at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Kingdom</span>® Park. </p>
<p>The Rapunzel and Flynn Ryder experience will replace the current show, “Storytime with Belle.†The final “Storytime with Belle†show will be Sept. 12. </p>
<p>On Oct. 22, an exciting new show is coming to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney’s Hollywood Studios</span>™. “Disney Channel Rocks!†will be a live, rock-concert style show that blasts popular music from a variety of Disney Channel hits, including the “High School Musical†series, “Camp Rock†and “StarStruck.†The show will follow a format that is similar to “High School Musical 3: Senior Year – Right Here! Right Now!†</p>
<p>In order to make way for this exciting addition, the Wildcats from “High School Musical†will cheer in their last performance of “High School Musical 3: Senior Year – Right Here! Right Now!†at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney’s Hollywood Studios</span> on Oct. 2. </p>
<p>Also, don’t forget that Disney’s “Main Street Electrical Parade†also will continue its run at the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span> Resort, offering even more enjoyment for your family. </p>
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<p>Best Friends Pet Care, the new luxury pet care facility at the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>® Resort, is now open.</p>
<p>All other kennels at the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span> Resort are now closed. In the future, your Clients’ pets will be hosted at this new facility. </p>
<p>The new Best Friends Pet Resort is a “best-of-breed†facility with air-conditioned rooms, “VIP†suites and private outdoor yards for your Client’s pet. Even bedtime stories with staff will be included as one of the special features at the 50,000-square-foot resort. Clients can choose from a list of á la carte activities for their pet, including one-on-one play time, social playgroups with other dogs and ice cream time. </p>
<p>The resort’s exclusive dog park includes a fenced walking trail bordering natural wetlands around the park. Inside the trail, there are a variety of play areas, including a 3,300 square-foot area covered in artificial turf, a 4,500 square-foot area with shade trees and a 1,300 square-foot “canines only†water park. </p>
<p>Feline guests can spend visits in a separate “Kitty City†pavilion – away from dogs – in two and four-room condos. And there’s even a special facility for the boarding of “pocket pets,†such as hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits and ferrets. </p>
<p>Best Friends Pet Care is located across from Disney’s Port Orleans Resort at 2510 Bonnet Creek Parkway, Lake Buena Vista, Fla. </p>
<p>Guests who wish to book accommodations for their pets can visit <a id="nostrip" href="http://www.wdw.bestfriendspetcare.com/" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">www.wdw.bestfriendspetcare.com</span></span></a> or call (877) 4-WDW-PETS. </p>
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<p>In late 2012 guests visiting the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>® Resort will have a new resort option, offering rooms and suites that house up to six people each.</p>
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney’s Art of Animation</span> Resort will feature quality family suites designed around four unique themes: <span class="nomenclature-dta">The Lion King</span>, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Finding Nemo</span>, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Cars</span> and <span class="nomenclature-dta">The Little Mermaid</span>. Located adjacent to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney’s Pop Century</span> Resort, the new resort will include 1,120 family suites and 864 themed rooms – for a total of nearly 2,000 new units. Suites will feature both a living room and a bedroom, offering added space for families.</p>
<p><span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney’s Art of Animation</span> Resort will be the 26th hotel at the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span> Resort, and will offer themed building exteriors and room interiors, and larger-than-life icons from the animated films in the courtyard areas.</p>
<p>All of the themed suites and rooms at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney’s Art of Animation</span> Resort are expected to open by the end of 2012.</p>
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<p>Aloha! Disney’s new family resort on the shores of O'ahu. Aulani, a Disney Resort &amp; Spa, Ko Olina, Hawai'i, is scheduled to welcome its first Guests on Aug. 29, 2011. </p>
<p>Aulani is a destination where families can experience the stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage and friendship of Hawai'i – in a setting only Disney could create. </p>
<p>The resort, built adjacent to a crystal-blue lagoon and a white-sand beach, features 359 hotel rooms. You can choose from a variety of room options with commanding views of the ocean, mountains or magnificent grounds. </p>
<p>With activities available for families, kids, tweens, teens and adults, there is something for everyone to enjoy. From pool parties with Disney characters to excursions into the rainforest and rejuvenating spa treatments, days and nights will be filled with the magic of Disney in the beautiful tranquil setting of Hawai'i. </p>
<p>Aulani also features a signature kids' club – Aunty's Beach House – where kids can explore Hawaiian culture through fun games, arts and crafts. </p>
<p>The resort is located 17 miles from Honolulu International Airport and features convenient access to a Ted Robinson-designed, 18-hole championship golf course. </p>
<p>Get a free price quote by contacting Small World Vacations at <a href="mailto:VacationInfo@SmallWorldVacations.com">VacationInfo@SmallWorldVacations.com</a> Let us know that you would like to vacation at Aulani and we will partner you with one of our agents.</p>
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<p>Hang onto your hats and glasses because the new Big Thunder Suite at the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>® Hotel is the wildest suite in the wilderness. Located on the top floor of the Dreams Tower, this new two-bedroom suite accommodates up to six guests in 1,400 square feet of rustic accommodations inspired by the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Big Thunder Mountain Railroad</span>® Attraction at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Park. </p>
<p>Howling wolves sound as the suite’s doorbell. Guests then step into a mine-shaft foyer inlaid with fool’s gold where they are greeted by the sound of a rumbling steam train. (A button on the wall can be pushed to trigger sound effects from the attraction.) The mine shaft leads into a living and dining area that separates the suite’s two expansive bedrooms. In many rooms, repurposed wood from a Midwestern barn is used as flooring and paneling, which is complimented by textured earthen walls. </p>
<p>A stone-hearth fireplace in the living area serves as the suite’s centerpiece and houses a mounted flat-panel television. When not in use, the television is concealed by one of the many pieces of attraction concept art found throughout the suite. The living area also includes a surround sound-stereo system and displays antique mining tools, including a gold scale and pan from the 1850s. </p>
<p>The dining area features a knotted table with seating for eight, a wagon-wheel chandelier and a wet bar made of petrified wood. Above the bar hangs a "living portrait" of a gold miner who magically changes activities over the course of the day. </p>
<p>Rustic décor belies the luxurious amenities found in the suite’s two bedrooms. The master bedroom is appointed with a desk, sitting area and king-sized bed with a commanding headboard made of rich wood, brown leather and exposed brackets. The master bath is revealed through a sliding barn door, where a free-standing copper tub is surrounded by a dramatic stone wall. The tub’s copper finish matches the copper piping in the adjacent steam shower, which is tiled with an earth-tone mosaic. A television dwells behind the mirror above the bathroom’s bucket sinks. </p>
<p>The Big Thunder Suite adds to the growing portfolio of signature suites at the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Hotel, which is undergoing a renovation project that includes remodeling guest rooms, re-theming the hotel’s three towers, building a new pool and water play area, renovating an existing pool, and opening a new restaurant and bar. Other one-of-a kind options now available include the Mickey Mouse Penthouse, Pirates of the Caribbean Suite, Fairy Tale Suite and two regal suites. </p>
<p>Get your free price quote at <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com/">www.smallworldvacations.com</a></p>
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<p>Consistently rated by <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>® Guests as their favorite port of call, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Castaway Cay</span> is the ultimate private island paradise in the Bahamas designed with one-of-a-kind areas and activities for every member of the family.</p>
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<p>Get a free price quote at <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com/">www.smallworldvacations.com</a></p>
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<p><strong>Offer Details</strong>:<br />You can save at least 30%* when they stay two or more consecutive nights at one of the three Hotels of the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Resort in California.</p>
<p><strong>Booking Window</strong>:<br />Aug. 17 – Sept. 30, 2010</p>
<p><strong>Travel Window</strong>:<br />This offer is available for arrivals Oct. 1 – Nov. 23, 2010 and Nov. 27 – Dec. 16, 2010. Travel on this offer must be completed by Dec. 18, 2010.</p>
<p>Hotel. Must stay two (2) consecutive nights or longer. Other restrictions apply. Applies only to standard and concierge level rooms. Other room rates and hotel rates will vary. Excludes fees and taxes. Block-out dates of 11/24/10 through 11/26/10 and other restrictions apply. Advance reservations required. Subject to availability as the number of rooms allocated for this offer is restricted. Limit two (2) rooms per reservation and five (5) people maximum per room. Not valid in combination with any other hotel discounts or offers. Subject to change without notice.</p>
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<p class="div_content contentCopy">Featuring unparalleled Disney quality and service, one-of-a-kind entertainment, immersive experiences and favorite Disney Characters, it's a vacation experience that every member of the family will feel was created especially for them!</p>
<p class="div_content contentCopy"><strong>Offer Details</strong>:<br />Book a verandah stateroom and kids ages 17 and under, traveling with two full-fare Guests in the same stateroom, sail FREE* on most 7-night Caribbean cruises.</p>
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<p class="disclaimer-dta">*The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited. Offer is only available to U.S. and Canada residents. Rates are in U.S. dollars, per person, based on double occupancy. Valid for stateroom categories 4A through 7A only. Government Taxes and Fees and Port Adventures not included. This offer cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts or onboard credits. See <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>® brochure for applicable Terms and Conditions.<br />Ships' Registry: The Bahamas ©Disney </p>
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<p>Book your room only reservation at a select <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>® Resort hotel and save at least<br />25%*. And, with great rates available in every category - from Value Resorts to Disney Deluxe Villas - there's a price to fit every budget.</p>
<p>Just add Theme Park tickets and you can take advantage of all the fun and special events. Plus, by upgrading to a package, you'll get special benefits and magical extras.</p>
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<li><strong>Save 40%</strong> at select Disney Deluxe Resorts (Excludes <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Animal Kingdom</span> Lodge and <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Grand Floridian</span> Resort &amp; Spa) </li>
<li><strong>Save 40%</strong> at select Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts </li>
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<p class="div_content contentCopy">Use the Disney Gift Card at participating locations throughout the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span> Resort for shopping, dining and more.</p>
<p class="div_content contentCopy"><strong>Offer Details:</strong><br />Purchase a 5-night, 5-day non-discounted <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Travel Company</span> package that includes accommodations for five nights at a select <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span> Resort hotel and a 5-day <span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Your Way</span> Base Ticket, and get a Disney Gift Card free**.</p>
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<li><strong>FREE $500 Disney Gift Card</strong> when you stay at a select Disney Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Resort </li>
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<p class="disclaimer-dta">*The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Tickets valid for one Theme Park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. No group rates or other discounts apply. Advance reservations required. Excludes suites and campsites. One gift card per room provided at check-in.</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">**The Disney Gift Card can be used at select participating locations at Walt Disney World® Resort, Disneyland® Resort, Disney Cruise Line®, Disney Store locations in the US and Disneystore.com. It is not redeemable for cash, will not be replaced if lost or stolen without required proof of purchase and is subject to the terms and conditions of the Disney Gift Card Program. The Disney Gift Card is issued by Disney Gift Card Services, Inc. Gift cards may not be used toward the purchase of any Disney Dollars or Disney Gift Cards. Other restrictions may apply. Use of gift card is acceptance of its terms and conditions. Visit DisneyGiftCard.com for more information about the Disney Gift Card program.</p>
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<p class="div_content contentCopy">Purchase a 4-night, 5-day non-discounted <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Travel Company</span> room and ticket package at a select Disney Moderate Resort and get a FREE** Disney Dining Plan.</p>
<p class="div_content contentCopy"><strong>Offer Details:</strong><br />Purchase a 4-night, 5-day <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Travel Company</span> package that includes accommodations for four nights at a select Disney Moderate Resort and a 5-day <span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Your Way</span> Base Ticket, and get the Disney Dining Plan free.</p>
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<li>Travel Window: Valid for arrivals most nights Aug. 19, 2011 - Sept. 29, 2011<br /><br />Ask for other great rates for arrivals most nights Oct. 1-7, Oct. 22-28,<br />Nov. 12-18, Nov. 27 – Dec. 2 and Dec. 10-21, 2010, and Jan. 1-5,<br />Jan. 9-13, Jan. 21 – Feb. 3, Feb. 11-17, Feb. 25 – March 3 and May 27 –<br />June 2, 2011 </li>
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<p>Ask about packages for other lengths of stay and accommodations at other select <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span> Resort Hotels.</p>
<p>*Price based on 2 Adults, 1 Junior and 1 Child. The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same package. Tickets valid for one Theme Park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. No group rates or other discounts apply. Advance reservations required.</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">**Excludes gratuities and alcoholic beverages. Children ages 3 – 9 must order from children’s menu if available. Some Table-Service restaurants may have limited or no availability at time of package purchase.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><br /></span></span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Alcatrazz.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="191" />We flew into San Francisco a day early so we could spend the first day touring Alcatraz.  The tour was very educational and both of us truly enjoyed the history and stories.  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Our stay at the Sir Francis Drake hotel in the Union Square area of San Francisco exceeded our expectations on every level.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Picture3.jpg" alt="" width="208" height="216" /> On the first evening, our Adventure guides, Frankie and Mike welcomed our group of 18 people.  Adventures by Disney can take up to 40 people on this tour.  It was nice having the small group because we became friends with everyone quickly. </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> W</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">e were treated to a trolley tour of San Francisco. It was a thrill to see the city and it's landmarks including the Golden Gate Bridge.  Our evening ended with a delicious meal at <span style="color: #222222;"><span style="color: #222222;">Fior d' Italia</span></span><span style="color: #222222;"><span style="color: #222222;">, America</span></span><span style="color: #222222;"><span style="color: #222222;">'s Oldest Italian Restaurant for a wonderful welcome dinner.</span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Picture6.jpg" alt="" width="250" height="167" /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Picture5.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="246" /><br />The next morning our Adventure included a bike ride across the Golden Gate Bridge.  We had some free time to explore Fisherman’s Wharf before lunch.  When we returned to the Sir Francis Drake, dinner was on our own.  We decided to tour Chinatown and enjoyed the local cuisine including some of the best sushi ever!</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Picture7.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="199" />The next morning, we awoke with thoughts of our destination, Yosemite National Park. After a quick stop in Columbia, California for lunch and some Gold Mining, we arrived at the Yosemite Lodge.  We had a perfect view of Yosemite Falls.  The mountains, waterfalls and forest were absolutely breathtaking.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Picture9.jpg" alt="" width="288" height="214" />We spent 2 days in Yosemite and our days were filled with laughter and learning.  We sang songs and munched on smores at a cozy campfire under the stars.</span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: 10pt;">Our final stop was Lake Tahoe.  We stayed at the Resort at Squaw Creek in Olympic Valley.  Upon our arrival, we made our own Adventures by Disney Tie Dyed shirts.  The evening was on our own so Evan and I traveled into Olympic Village and enjoyed the sites and another Sushi dinner.  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: 10pt;">My favorite part of our adventure was kayaking in Lake Tahoe.  It was a beautiful day, the lake was calm, and the scenery could not have been majestic.  In the afternoon, we traveled in a Gondola for a ride to the top of the mountain where the 1960 Winter Olympics were held.  We could see for miles!  Believe it or not, there is a pool on the top where you can swim as well as snow for the kids to play in.  We got a kick out of seeing snow in July!</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: 10pt;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Picture12.jpg" alt="" width="254" height="153" />We made some great friends during that week. The kids bonded and so did the grown-ups. Our guides Frankie and Mike put together a slide show of memorable pictures taken during the week.  When we returned home, Adventures by Disney sent us a DVD of these pictures set to music. We will cherish the memories forever.  </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #222222; font-size: 10pt;">Our first Adventure by Disney was truly a trip of a lifetime.  Evan and I enjoyed the bonding time together as well as meeting new people.  I am already daydreaming about my next Adventure destination.... maybe London, China, Eqypt? Who knows? </span></span></p>
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<description><p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Photo0221.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="400" /><br />For years, my husband, Ed, and I have dreamed about taking our sons, Nicholas and Michael, on an Adventure by Disney vacation. This past year, our dream finally became a reality for our family!<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Photo0359.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="400" />We set out for our Golden Path to Yosemite adventure in June. This itinerary included seven nights in three destinations including Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park and San Francisco.<br /><br />Everyone greeted us with big smiles. <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Photo0332.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" />Our Adventure Guides, Mike and Frankie and our bus driver, Lynn, provided the ultimate in Disney Service. They anticipated everyone's needs and always had a smile on their face. Mike provided so much knowledge about the area and Frankie never stopped entertaining us. Lynn got us everywhere we needed to be safely and comfortably! We also got to meet amazing people from around the country. Our boys made friends for life (and I have their text minutes to prove it).<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Photo0104.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" />  <img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Photo0341.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></p>
<p>Activities included kayaking on Lake Tahoe with our own private guides, ice skating 8200 feet above sea level on an Olympic Rink in Squaw Valley (home of the 1960 Olympics), horseback riding and hiking in Yosemite National Park (including our own private tour with "John Muir"), trolley rides and biking across the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.  I am still in awe of how much we experienced in the course of 8 days!!<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Photo0522.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="400" /><br />Ever since the 2011 Itineraries were released , I just can't stop dreaming about our next Adventure and the smiles it will bring to Nicholas and Michael's faces!<br /><br />Contact Deanna at <a href="mailto:Deanna@SmallWorldVacations">Deanna@SmallWorldVacations</a> or go to <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a> for a no-obligation price quote.</p></description>
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<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"> <br /></span><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /><a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2011QuickService.pdf"><span style="color: #ffffff;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Quick Service Plan <br /></span></strong></span></a></span><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /><a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2011DeluxeDining.pdf"><span style="color: #ffffff;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Deluxe Dine Plan</span></strong></span></a><br /></span><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /><a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2011Premium.pdf"><span style="color: #ffffff;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Premium Plan <br /></span></strong></span></a></span><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /><a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2011Platinum.pdf"><span style="color: #ffffff;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Platinum Plan</span></strong></span></a><br /></span></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: xx-small; color: #ffffff;"><a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2011WineDine.pdf"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Wine and Dine Add-On</span></strong></a></span></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></span></span><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /><a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2011Platinum.pdf"><span style="color: #ffffff;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Platinum Plan</span></strong></span></a><br /></span></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: xx-small; color: #ffffff;"><a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2011WineDine.pdf"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Wine and Dine Add-On</span></strong></a></span></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></span></p>
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<p>My 14 year old son, Zach, and I set out on our Canadian Rockies &amp; Mountie Tales Adventure on Wednesday, July 14th, 2010. This is my third Adventure by Disney and I loved it as much as my previous trips. From the first Welcome to the final Farewell Dinner our journey was filled with challenges, amazing sights to behold, friendships and laughs. One of the first challenges was getting onto a smaller plane for the exciting flight and landing into Kalispell, Montana in Glacier National Park.  After that, most everything else was a breeze!<br /><br /><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/DSC_0419.JPG" alt="" width="387" height="259" /></p>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Aug 2010 04:50:11 GMT</pubDate>
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<p class="MsoNormal">My son, Brad (age 16) and I had the opportunity to experience an Adventures by Disney tour:  Golden Path to Yosemite!  What a great adventure it was!  We enjoyed our stay at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel and our Adventure guides, Mike and Frankie, made the trip extra special, easy, and stress free! </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/ABDGroupinSanFrancisco.jpg" alt="" width="216" height="162" /> We started our adventure with a two-hour trolley tour through the streets of San Francisco, seeing everything from Chinatown to the pier, as well as everything in between.  We finished off our evening with dinner at the oldest Italian restaurant in America, Fior d’Italia.  The next morning, we had the opportunity to bike ride as a group across the Golden Gate Bridge and dined at Capurro’s restaurant for lunch.  The rest of the afternoon/evening was on our own, so we chose to venture over to Chinatown and have a delicious Chinese meal for dinner, while picking up some great souvenirs along the way.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 4px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/BethinYosemiteonnaturewalk.JPG" alt="" width="228" height="304" /><br />On day three, we boarded a charter bus to head to Yosemite National Park.  On our way, we stopped in a quaint little town, Columbia, CA, for lunch, which made a nice break during the middle of our travel day.  Once we arrived at Yosemite Lodge at the Falls, “Tinkerbell†magically took care of our luggage while we went on a short nature walk as a group.  That evening, we dined at the resort restaurant and closed the daywith a campfire, music, and storytelling.  </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Frankie,Teddy,andMike-ourABDGuides.jpg" alt="" width="258" height="194" />Our Adventure Guides, Frankie and Teddy were there to help us throughout our travels and made the transition from city to the wilderness a breeze!<br /> During our fourth adventure day, the adults in the group had the pleasure of going on a camera walk with a professional photographer while capturing some incredible photos and learning some great photography tips along the way.  During the same time, the junior adventurers in the group experienced a fun trailblazing activity.  For lunch, we dined at the beautiful Ahwahnee Hotel in a private room and terrace.  Our afternoon consisted of a walking tour to Yosemite Falls with John Muir and learned some great history about the area.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/ResortatSquawCreek-LakeTahoe.JPG" alt="" width="182" height="136" />Again, “Tinkerbell†magically transported our luggage to our next destination:  Lake Tahoe and the Resort at Squaw Creek.  After stopping in Modesto, CA, for lunch at Fuzio Restaurant, we arrived at this beautiful resort late afternoon.  As soon as we arrived, we all participated in tie-dying our very own Adventures by Disney t-shirt which was very fun.  We then had the evening on our own to relax and the kids had time to enjoy the pool.  Our last day began with kayaking on Lake Tahoe – our favorite part of this adventure!  After receiving a quick safety lesson from our kayak guides, we were off to the water and spent the next couple of hours on beautiful Lake Tahoe!  Next on our itinerary, Olympic Village and a Gondola ride – nothing like enjoying the scenery, 80 degree temperatures, and being able to touch snow, too!  Our adventure ended with a wonderful farewell dinner at the resort where we all shared our favorite moments and stories from our trip with our fellow adventurers.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">I am happy to share my expertise and knowledge of Adventures by Disney with you. You can contact me at <a href="mailto:Beth@smallworldvacations.com">Beth@smallworldvacations.com</a>. Feel free to visit our site, <a href="/">www.smallworldvacations.com</a> for more information and to complete a request for a no-obligation price quote.</p>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Aug 2010 04:19:56 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p>Alaska Adventure by Disney</p>
<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/TracyABD11.jpg" alt="" width="364" height="273" /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">My daughter, Mackenzie (age 13) and I had the opportunity to partake in an incredible Adventures by Disney Alaskan tour in June 2010. We chose Alaska with the hope of experiencing unique wildlife, beautiful scenery and excursions that we normally would not have the opportunity to experience in other destinations. We shared some many wonderful memories. Adventures by Disney thoroughly exceeded our expectations!</span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"></span></span>So many details of the trip are completely handled by Adventures by Disney and their amazing guides (there are two on each trip. Mike is pictured with Mackenzie) from travel arrangements, most meals, excursions, activities, baggage handling, etc., that it was truly a wonderful feeling not having to worry about the details for an entire week.  All we had to do is show up and be ready for an incredible adventure each day.</span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">We thoroughly enjoyed visiting the Trans-Alaska pipeline, Trail Breaker Kennels (and playing with Iditarod puppies), Denali National Park, Alaska Wildberry Products, the Kenai Fjords Cruise, our visit to the Alaska SeaLife Center and our train ride to the Placer River and Spencer Glacier, plus many other unexpected stops along the way.</span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt;">I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend an Adventures by Disney vacation and can’t wait to travel again on another incredible adventure!</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> Feel free to email me about Adventures by Disney at <a href="mailto:Tracy@SmallWorldVacations.com">Tracy@SmallWorldVacations.com</a></span></span></p>
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<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #000066; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/GoldenGate (2).jpg" alt="" width="259" height="194" /><span style="color: #000066; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/CableCar.jpg" alt="" width="230" height="172" /><br /></span>I</span><span style="color: #000066; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;">n early July my daughter, Erin, and I had the opportunity to embark on an Adventures By Disney vacation, a 6-Night, Golden Path To Yosemite tour.  Our journey took us from San Francisco, to Yosemite to Lake Tahoe.  We arrived in San Francisco 2 days early so we would have extra time to enjoy the city and tour Alcatraz.. On the first day of our tour, after meeting our guides and other members of our group we set out on a motorized trolley tour of the city which ended with dinner.  </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #000066; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/GoldenGate (1).jpg" alt="" width="200" height="300" /><br />The next day was a bike ride along the waterfront to the Golden Gate Bridge.  The more adventurous members of our group rode over the Bridge and back.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #000066; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Waterfall (1).jpg" alt="" width="220" height="293" /><br />On our third day we traveled by motor coach to Yosemite after a lunch stop in the small mining town of Columbia.  I only have one word to describe Yosemite, “breathtakingâ€.  The scenery was absolutely beautiful!  That night we had fun eating S’mores and learning new songs at a campfire.  </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #000066; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/IMG_1878.jpg" alt="" width="165" height="124" /><br />The next day began with a photography lesson for the adults and a Trailblazing activity for the kids.  Who knew you should <span style="text-decoration: underline;">always</span> use the flash on your camera….even when taking outdoor photos in the daylight!  In the afternoon we hiked  to the lower falls with “John Muir†and had a history lesson on the area.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #000066; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Lake (1).jpg" alt="" width="400" height="300" /><br />Our fifth day had us back on the motor coach heading to Lake Tahoe.  After a lunch stop in Modesto, we arrive at our final destination and made tie-dye t-shirts.  Our last day began with a kayak tour around the lake which was a highlight for many of us.  Later that afternoon we headed up the mountain in a gondola and experienced incredible views of Lake Tahoe, the Sierra Nevada peaks and the Olympic Valley.  At the top of the mountain we found snow and a swimming pool!  Quite the contrast.  Our day ended with our farewell dinner where we shared stories and memories of the past week with our new friends.  We were sad to say goodbye, especially to our guides took such great care of us.   The only thing we were left wondering about….where will our next Adventure by Disney take us?    </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #000066; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;">Feel free to contact me for more information at <a href="mailto:Cheryl@SmallWorldVacations.com">Cheryl@SmallWorldVacations.com</a> or go to <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a> for a no-obligation price quote.</span></p>
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<p><br />Adventures by Disney specializes in making the wildest vacation dreams come true – whether it's living a fairytale in Bavaria or experiencing an amazing African safari. These guided group trips turn families into seasoned travelers by providing a chance to see the world in a whole new way with exciting, behind-the-scenes encounters found nowhere else, combined with Disney's famous attention to detail.<br /><br /><img src="http://a.dolimg.com/en-US/dcom/media/property/disney_insider/articles/mainattraction_100721_230.jpg" border="2" alt="A family enjoys an excursion in Egypt offered by Adventures by Disney." hspace="12" vspace="5" align="left" />And now <em>Adventures by Disney</em> has just announced two brand-new itineraries for 2011 that will give travelers a chance to visit one of the most dreamed-of destinations in the world – Egypt, with its spectacular history and beguiling modern culture. Heather Killingbeck and Bruce Austin of <em>Adventures by Disney</em> told us all about the new trips.<br /><br />Why Egypt? Heather explains, "Egypt is a hugely popular destination for Americans and one that is on most people's 'bucket list.' For us it was a natural fit. Guests have been requesting it."<br /><br />Bruce describes the two trips. "We'll be offering two Egyptian itineraries filled with daily activities that are fun for the whole family.One itinerary is a one-week program featuring a journey into the heart of Cairo that includes a privately-guided tour of the mummies and ancient artifacts in the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, an up-close view of the Great Pyramids, and a visit to the tombs of Ramses VI and King Tut, just a few of the highlights. A three-day Nile River Cruise follows on a beautiful ship that sails from Aswan to Luxor."<br /><br />"The alternate itinerary includes all the same elements, plus an additional two days on the Red Sea in the resort town of Sharm El Sheikh. Sharm is famous for its underwater national park full of coral reefs and arrays of colorful tropical fish, a veritable snorkeling paradise for first-time and veteran snorkelers alike."<br /><br />No one knows better than Bruce what to expect – as he explains, "I spent five weeks in Egypt split between two trips. The first trip was spent looking at everything from hotels to restaurants, activities, historical sites, museums, and markets. Finding venues that match Disney's standards of family-fun and comfort requires a fair degree of applied due diligence. That level of focus is unique to Disney, and the same degree of attention is applied to every aspect of the trip."<br /><br />Then the fun begins! He adds, "Once we've done all that, we plan the itinerary in more detail, always with a commitment to maintaining fun, fascination, education, and a natural sense of pacing. Once all those elements are in place, we begin the process of telling the destination's story to engage people's imaginations, whether they're Junior Adventurers or grandparents whetting their appetites for even more stories that our Adventure guides and Egyptologist will share."<br /><br />Heather joined Bruce for his second, two-week planning trip. She says, "I have traveled much of the world, but had not been to Egypt. It exceeded my expectations in so many ways. I was not expecting the abundance of warmth and hospitality that was bestowed on me by just about every Egyptian I met. I was not expecting English to be as widely spoken as it is. I was not expecting to find Cairo as utterly captivating as it is. And as far as the iconic sites go ... I was thinking before my trip that there was no way they could live up to their hype, but they did and then some! I stood in awe in front of the pyramids, and simply could not stop staring at the Sphinx. And the Red Sea! One of the best seaside resort experiences of my life! There is a feeling of magic when in Egypt, and I really think I had goose bumps the entire trip because I had the sense of being surrounded by so much that is truly ancient but at the same time being in a place that is very much alive today."<br /><br />Choosing a highlight from such an experience is tough, but Bruce makes a try. "For me it was discovering the astonishing array of the treasures of antiquity, from the pharaonic collections housed in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo to the ancient temples and royal tombs along the banks of the Nile River that we'll see during the cruise portion of our itinerary – not to mention the feelings of astonishment and wonder that come with seeing the great pyramids and mysterious Sphinx for the first time! For others, it may be riding a camel past the pyramids or discovering the amazing cuisine that is unveiled from day to day on our trip. And for the shoppers of the world? Say no more! Come with Disney to the Khan el-Khalili market in Old Cairo, or the colorful souk in Aswan, and I promise that you will get very excited!"<br /><br />On all <em>Adventures by Disney</em> trips, there are experiences travelers simply can't have with anyone else. Heather shares a few with us. "We bring on an Egyptologist specifically for this itinerary in order to give our Guests more of an in-depth exposure to the country and its bounty of antiquities. We will bring our Guests to one of the most colorful and vibrant markets in Egypt and while we do give them some free time in the market we also give each Guest a small amount of 'purchasing money' to buy a gift for our unique 'white elephant gift swap' activity. This is always a bit of a surprise to our Guests and is an activity that is usually a solid home run. Guests of all ages have fun with it and it also helps to bond the group into one large traveling family. Moreover, we include welcome and farewell entertainment on this trip as well as unique activities such as an Egyptian cooking demonstration and a papyrus-making activity at which Guests make their own souvenir to bring home!"<br /><br />And, of course, every <em>Adventures by Disney</em> trip, anywhere in the world, has that special Disney touch – and Egypt will be no exception. Heather explains, "We have taken ALL of the guesswork out of planning a family vacation. This is the best itinerary a family will find for an adventure in Egypt. All of the hassle of planning and making reservations has been done for our Guests in advance – their vacation will be seamless. All our Guests need to do after making their reservation is pack and show up!"<br /><br />Contact Small World Vacations for a price quote at <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com">www.smallworldvacations.com</a></p>
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<p class="h1-dta alignCenter-dta">Book a <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span> Resort vacation package with hotel and Theme Park tickets and get a Disney Dining Plan FREE!</p>
<p>Are you hungry for some fun? At this affordable price, you can enjoy meals included for every night of your visit! What a delicious way to enjoy your <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span>® Resort vacation.</p>
<p><strong>Offer Details:</strong></p>
<p>When you book a 5-night, 6-day <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Travel Company</span> package that includes accommodations for five nights at a select Disney Moderate Resort and a 6-day <span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Your Way</span> Base Ticket, you’ll get the Disney Dining Plan free**.</p>
<p>When you book a 5-night, 6-day <span class="nomenclature-dta">Magic Your Way</span> Package with accommodations at a select Disney Value Resort, you'll get the Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan for free.</p>
<p>Valid for stays most nights Aug. 15 – Oct. 7, 2010, Oct. 22 – Oct. 28, 2010, Nov. 12 - Nov. 18, 2010, Nov. 27 – Dec. 2, 2010 and<br />Dec. 10 – Dec. 21, 2010. Black out dates apply. </p>
<p>Must be booked by August 14, 2010</p>
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<li>$1,843 for a family of four*, staying in a standard room at a select Disney Moderate Resort. That’s like paying $77 per person, per day! </li>
<li>$1,440 for a family of four*, staying in a standard room at a select Disney Value Resort. That’s like paying $60 per person, per day! </li>
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<p>Ask about packages for other lengths of stay and accommodations at other select <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney World</span> Resort Hotels.</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">* Price based on 2 Adults, 1 Junior and 1 Child. The number of packages available at these rates is limited. Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same package. Tickets are for 1 theme park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. No group rates or other discounts apply. Offer is nontransferable. Advance reservations required.</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">** Excludes gratuities and alcoholic beverages. Children ages 3-9 must order from the children’s menu if available. Some table-service restaurants may have limited or no availability at time of package purchase</p>
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<p class="style3"><span style="color: #cc0000;">From MouseSavers.com:<br /><br />Disney Visa cardholders can get <strong>FREE dining</strong> when you book a full price Walt Disney World vacation package for check-ins most nights 8/15/10-10/2/10. To qualify, you must use your Disney Rewards Visa card to reserve and pay for a vacation package that includes at least <strong>3 consecutive hotel </strong></span></p>
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<p align="left"><span style="color: #cc0000;">If you are staying in a Value Resort, <strong>you can upgrade to the regular <a href="/blog/mywdlxdining2010.html"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Dining Plan</span></span></a></strong> for just $10 per adult per night and $2 per child age 3-9 per night. (This represents the usual price difference between the Quick Service Dining Plan and the regular Dining Plan.) <strong>Or you can upgrade to the <a href="/blog/mywdlxdining2010.html"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Deluxe Dining Plan</span></span></a></strong> for $40 per adult per night and $12 per child age 3-9 per night. (This represents the usual price difference between the Quick Service Dining Plan and the Deluxe Dining Plan.)</span></p>
<p align="left"><span style="color: #cc0000;">If you are staying in a Moderate, Deluxe or Deluxe Villas Resort, <strong>you can upgrade to the <a href="/blog/mywdlxdining2010.html"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Deluxe Dining Plan</span></span></a></strong> for $30 per adult per night and $10 per child age 3-9 per night. (This represents the usual price difference between the regular Dining Plan and the Deluxe Dining Plan.)</span></p>
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<p align="left"><span style="color: #cc0000;">You must book this offer by 8/14/10. The number of packages available is limited. Suites are excluded from this offer. No group rates or other discounts apply.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #cc0000;"><em>Contact <a href="/blog/travelagent.html#sue"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Small World Vacations</span></span></a> for your free price quote today!</em></span></p></description>
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<p>That's <strong>only $499</strong> per adult based on adult double occupancy in a standard room at select<br />Disney Value Resorts.</p>
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<p>Stay at a select <span class="nomenclature-dta"><strong>Walt Disney World</strong></span>® Resort hotel and save up to 30%* with special room-only rates. Add Theme Park tickets to take advantage of all the summer fun, including the return of <span class="nomenclature-dta">Main Street Electrical Parade</span>, which is now more dazzling than ever. Book by August 14, 2010.</p>
<p><strong>Offer Details</strong>:<br />Save up to 30% off the non-discounted price when you stay at select Disney Resorts for stays most nights May 2 – Aug. 14, 2010. Subject to availability. Here is a list of possible savings:</p>
<p>15% off Disney Value Resorts including Disney's Pop Century, All Star Movies, All Star Sports and All Star Music.</p>
<p>20% off Disney Moderate Resort including Disney's Port Orleans Riverside, French Quarter, Caribbean Beach and Coronado Springs.</p>
<p>25% off Disney Deluxe Resorts including Disney's Wilderness Lodge, Animal Kingdom Lodge, Yacht Club, Beach Club, BoardWalk Inn, Contemporary, Polynesian and Grand Floridian</p>
<p>30% off Disney Vacation Club Villas including Old Key West, Saratoga Springs, Villas at the Wilderness Lodge, BoardWalk Villas, Animal Kingdom Lodge Villas, Beach Club Villa and Bay Lake Tower at the Contemporary.</p>
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<li>15% savings at select Disney Value Resorts - Book for as little as $90 per night, plus tax in a standard room for stays most Sunday through Thursday nights May 2 – June 3, 2010. </li>
<li>20% savings at select Disney Moderate Resorts - Book for as little as $140 per night, plus tax in a standard room for stays most Sunday through Thursday nights May 2 – June 3, 2010. </li>
<li>25% savings at select Disney Deluxe Resorts - Book for as little as $180 per night, plus tax in a standard room for stays most nights July 18 – Aug. 14, 2010. </li>
<li>30% savings at select Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts - Book for as little as $207 per night, plus tax in a studio room for stays most nights July 18 – Aug. 14, 2010. </li>
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<p class="disclaimer-dta">*The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Minimum length of stay requirements may apply for Friday or Saturday arrivals. Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room. Additional per adult charges apply if more than two adults per room. Excludes suites and 3-bedroom villas. No group rates or other discounts apply.</p>
<p>Theme park tickets and Disney Dining Plan can be added to these reservations</p>
<h3>Contact Small World Vacations today at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a></h3>
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<p>Enjoy special savings with all the fun and excitement of the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>® Resort with these special room-only rates.</p>
<p><strong>Offer Details</strong>:<br />Save up to 40% with a 2-night minimum hotel stay at one of the Hotels of the <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>® Resort.</p>
<p><strong>Booking Window</strong>:<br />Now through September 1, 2010</p>
<p><strong>Travel Window</strong>:<br />This offer is available for arrivals May 1 through September 29, 2010.<br />Travel on this offer must be completed by October 1, 2010.</p>
<p><strong>Sample Pricing</strong></p>
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<li>2-night minimum stay at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Paradise Pier</span>® Hotel: $168 per night </li>
<li>2-night minimum stay at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>® Hotel: $169 night </li>
<li>2-night minimum stay at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel</span>® &amp; Spa: $213 per night</li>
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<p>Be sure to add Theme Park tickets or Disney Character Dining to your client's Room Only reservation.</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">*40% savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room at <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney's Grand Californian Hotel</span>® &amp; Spa. Must stay two (2) consecutive nights or longer. Offer valid for arrivals May 1, 2010 through September 29, 2010 when booked between March 16, 2009 and September 1, 2010. Other restrictions apply. Applies only to standard and concierge level rooms. Other room rates and hotel rates will vary. Excludes Resort fees and taxes. Advance reservations required. Subject to availability as the number of rooms allocated for this offer is restricted. Limit two (2) rooms per reservation and five (5) people maximum per room. Not valid in combination with any other hotel discounts or offers. Subject to change without notice.</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">Contact Small World Vacations for a no-obligation price quote at <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com">www.smallworldvacations.com</a></p>
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<p><strong>Mediterranean cruises starting from $999</strong>*<br />Great rates are still available per person based on double occupancy.<br />For 10 or 11 night Mediterranean sailings on August 28 and September 8, 2010.</p>
<p>Come explore favorite ports in Europe and venture to incredible places. Combine this with the outstanding personal service, enchanting experiences and unmatched entertainment that is distinctive to <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>®.</p>
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<p class="disclaimer-dta extraTopMargin-dta">*Rates are in US dollars, per person, based on double occupancy and valid for a standard inside stateroom Category 12. Government Taxes and Fees and Port Adventures not included. This special offer applies to new bookings only and is non-transferable. Rates, dates and availability are subject to change without notice. Other restrictions may apply. See <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line </span>website for applicable Terms and Conditions.<br />Ships' Registry: The Bahamas</p>
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<p class="div_content contentCopy">You can get two additional days and nights free* when you book a 3-day, 3-night room and ticket package - and that means even more Disney magic. </p>
<p class="div_content contentCopy"><br />Book a <span class="nomenclature-dta">Walt Disney Travel Company</span> 3-night <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span>® Resort vacation package that includes a 3-Day <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disneyland</span> Resort <span class="nomenclature-dta">Park Hopper</span>® souvenir ticket, get two more days and nights free*. Book by September 1, 2010.<br /><br />This offer is available for arrivals May 1 – Sept. 26, 2010. Travel on this offer must be completed by Oct. 1, 2010.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: #003366; font-family: Arial;"></span><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;">And if you need to know how many people can fit in a room at the three official Disneyland Hotels and the Good Neighbor hotels near Disneyland, click here to find out<span style="color: #003366;">: <a href="/quote-form/tips/peopleRoomDisneyland.cfm">https://www.smallworldvacations.com/quote-form/tips/peopleRoomDisneyland.cfm</a></span></span></p>
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<li>Best Western Stovall's Inn </li>
<li>Carousel Inn &amp; Suites </li>
<li>Clarion Hotel </li>
<li>Courtyard Anaheim </li>
<li>Hotel Menage </li>
<li>Hyatt Regency Orange County </li>
<li>Jolly Roger Hotel </li>
<li>Marriott Suites </li>
<li>Portofino Inn &amp; Suites </li>
<li>Red Lion Hotel Anaheim </li>
<li>Residence Inn Maingate </li>
<li>Staybridge Suites </li>
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<h3 class="disclaimer-dta" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Contact Small World Vacations today at <a href="/">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a> for  no-obligation price quote for your Disneyland vacation today!</h3>
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<p>This summer, for the first time ever, <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>® sets sail on an enchanting 12-night cruise of Northern European Capitals, including Oslo, Copenhagen, Stockholm and St. Petersburg, Russia. You can be part of this historic voyage - and save too!</p>
<p><strong>Offer Details</strong>:<br />Kids ages 17 and under can sail free* on select Northern European cruises departing June 12 (itinerary includes Helsinki, Finland)  and June 24, 2010(itinerary includes Tallinn, Estonia) , when traveling with two full-fare Guests in the same stateroom. This offer applies to stateroom Categories 8-11. Government Taxes and Fees not included.</p>
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<p class="extraTopMargin-dta">Remember, great rates are still available on select Mediterranean departing in August and September 2010, so talk to your Small World Vacations agent about sailing with <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span>!</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">*Government Taxes and Fees and Port Adventures not included. This offer applies to new bookings only and is non-transferable. The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited. Other offers, discounts or onboard credits do not apply (including without limitation the Mediterranean Thank You Onboard Credit offer). Changes to the vacation date or category may result in a loss of any offer. Offer is only available to U.S. and Canada residents. See <span class="nomenclature-dta">Disney Cruise Line</span> website for applicable details and Terms and Conditions.<br />Ships' Registry: The Bahamas</p>
<p class="disclaimer-dta">Contact Small World Vacations for a no obligation price quote at <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com">www.smallworldvacations.com</a></p>
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<p><strong>You'd Be Goofy to Let this Offer Pass You By</strong>!<br />Spend more time with your family at the <strong>Walt Disney World</strong>® Resort with special discounted room rates.</p>
<p>You can save up to 45% when you stay for 5 or more consecutive nights at select Disney Vacation Club Resorts for stays most nights now through March 27 and April 11 – June 3 and June 4 - August 14, 2010. Plus, you can add tickets and dining to your reservation.</p>
<p><strong>Sample Pricing</strong>:</p>
<p><strong>For a 5-night stay or longer</strong>:</p>
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<li>30% savings at Disney Value Resorts - Book for as little as $74 per night, plus tax in a standard room for stays most nights Sunday through Thursday April 11 – June 3, 2010. </li>
<li>35% savings at Disney Moderate Resorts - Book for as little as $111 per night, plus tax in a standard room for stays most nights Sunday through Thursday April 11 – June 3, 2010. </li>
<li>40% savings at Disney Deluxe Resorts - Book for as little as $180 per night, plus tax in a standard room for stays most nights Sunday through Thursday April 11 – June 3, 2010. </li>
<li>45% savings at Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts - Book for as little as $182 per night, plus tax in a studio room for stays most nights April 11 – June 3, 2010. </li>
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<p><strong>For a 1 to 4-night stay</strong>:</p>
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<li>25% savings at Disney Value Resorts - Book for as little as $79 per night, plus tax in a standard room for stays most nights Sunday through Thursday April 11 – June 3, 2010.</li>
<li>30% savings at Disney Moderate Resorts - Book for as little as $119 per night, plus tax in a standard room for stays most nights Sunday through Thursday April 11 – June 3, 2010. </li>
<li>35% savings at Disney Deluxe Resorts - Book for as little as $195 per night, plus tax in a standard room for stays most nights Sunday through Thursday April 11 – June 3, 2010. </li>
<li>40% savings at Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts - Book for as little as $198 per night, plus tax in a studio room for stays most nights April 11 – June 3, 2010. </li>
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<p><strong>Stay at least one night when you travel in the summer from June 4 - August 14, 2010 and save!</strong></p>
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<li>25% savings at Disney Value Resorts -  June 4 - August 14, 2010.</li>
<li>30% savings at Disney Moderate Resorts - June 4 - August 14, 2010. </li>
<li>35% savings at Disney Deluxe Resorts - June 4 - August 14, 2010. </li>
<li>40% savings at Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts - June 4 - August 14, 2010. </li>
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<p><strong>Upgrades</strong>:<br />You can upgrade to a package including tickets and dining. Ask your agent for details</p>
<p><em>*Offer expires March 27, 2010.<br />The number of rooms available at these rates is limited. Minimum length of stay requirements may apply for Friday or Saturday arrivals. Savings based on the non-discounted price for same room. Additional per adult charges apply if more than two adults per room. No group rates or other discounts apply. Advanced reservations required. Excludes suites.</em></p>
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<p>Just book<strong> </strong>a 5-night/6-day non-discounted <strong>Walt Disney Travel Company</strong> room and ticket package at select <strong>Walt Disney World</strong> Resort hotels and get a FREE Disney Gift Card.</p>
<p>Use this Disney Gift Card at participating locations throughout the <strong>Walt Disney World</strong> Resort for merchandise, recreation and dining.</p>
<p>This <strong>Magic Your Way</strong> Package Includes:</p>
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<li>A 6-Day <strong>Magic Your Way</strong> Base Ticket, with admission to one of the four <strong>Walt Disney World</strong> Theme Parks for each day of your stay </li>
<li>FREE $300 Disney Gift Card for stays at a select Disney Value Resort, OR<br />FREE $500 Disney Gift Card for stays at a select Disney Moderate Resort, OR FREE $750 Disney Gift Card for stays at a select Disney Deluxe Resort or a select Disney Deluxe Villa Resort <br /><br /><br />This offer must be booked by March 27, 2010</li>
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<p><br /><strong>Valid for stays most nights:</strong></p>
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<li>Feb. 15 - March 27 and April 11 - Aug. 14, 2010 at select Disney Value Resorts </li>
<li>Feb. 14 - March 27 and April 11 - Aug. 14, 2010 at select Disney Moderate Resorts </li>
<li>Feb. 10 - March 27 and April 11 - Aug. 14, 2010 at select Disney Deluxe Resorts </li>
<li>Feb. 10 - March 27 and April 11 - Aug. 14, 2010 at select Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts </li>
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<p><em>The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Tickets must be used within 14 days of first use. No group rates or other discounts apply. Advance reservations required. Excludes suites and campsites.</em></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: x-small; font-family: Arial;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">We stayed at the Sheraton Time Square<span style="color: #000000;"><span style="COLOR: black"> and were able to take in many of the sites.  </span></span>We immediately headed out to see the "city that never sleeps" !  We walked up to Rockefeller Center where the ice rink is already open for the Winter Season</span></span><span style="font-size: x-small; font-family: Arial;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">.</span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">On Thursday, we were joined by some more Small World Vacations' agents and we headed off to Tavern on the Green for lunch with Sue, Donna and Kathy from the main office in NJ</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: x-small; font-family: Arial;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">The press event was held at Gustavinos which an unique location under the 59th Street Bridge.  Disney had decorated the venue to look like you were walking right into the Disney Dream. </span>Rachel Quinn came out to start the event and announced that she would be the Cruise Director on the Disney Dream for the Inagural sailing on 1/26/11.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: x-small; font-family: Arial;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">We also had the honor of llistening while Bob Iger and Jay Rasulo announced some of the amazing features planned for the new ship. </span></span><span style="font-size: x-small; color: #000000; font-family: Arial;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">We headed downstairs where we got to see first hand of some of these unique additions.</span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: x-small; font-family: Arial;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">A new bar on the ship will feature windows behind the bar that will play videos of skylines of many popular cities around the world.  The Inside Staterooms are going to offer a Virtual Porthole which will show live feeds of the ocean.  <span style="color: #000000;"><span style="COLOR: black">There are newly designed Kids Clubs and Teens Clubs, to include a new Tween Club.  The Teens will even have their own outside deck with hot tubs and a fountain area</span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: x-small; color: #000000; font-family: Arial;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Guests staying in suites will have access to their own deck also.  There are suites toward the front of the ship that offer private hot tubs out on the verandahs.  The adults will have their own section of the ship with various night clubs called The District (which is similar to Route 66 and Beat Street on the Disney Wonder and Magic).</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: x-small; color: #000000; font-family: Arial;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">The Disney Dream has so many new and exciting things to offer cruisers, it is going to be exciting to sail the ship and explore all the new offerings first hand.</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: x-small; color: #000000; font-family: Arial;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">The bar at the event was set up as the Skyline Bar on the Disney Dream.  You can see the city scenes in the windows.</span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: x-small; color: #000000; font-family: Arial;"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: black; FONT-FAMILY: Arial">Please feel free to contact me for a price quote at <a href="/">www.smallworldvacations.com</a></span></span></p>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 04:27:48 GMT</pubDate>
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<span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>Buy a Three-Night, Five-Day Package,<br />Get Two More Nights Free*!</strong></span>
<p><br /><img src="http://f.chtah.com/i/5/250669070/110909_DLR_Q2.jpg" alt="" width="160" align="right" /> Now through April 1, 2010, you can book a 3-night, 5-day <em>Disneyland</em>® Resort vacation package from <em>Walt Disney Travel Company </em>and get two more hotel nights free*! Plus, this package includes a 5-Day <em>Disneyland</em> Resort <em>Park Hopper</em>® souvenir ticket, allowing you to enjoy favorite attractions at both Theme Parks.</p>
<p><br />This offer is available for arrivals Jan. 5 — April 29, 2010. Travel on this offer must be completed by May 4, 2010. Book through April 1, 2010. This offer is subject to availability and block-out dates. </p>
<p>Contact Small World Vacations at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a> for a no obligation price quote today.</p></description>
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<description><p>Small World Vacations agents attended the unveiling of the Disney Dream in NYC. Watch this video to see what we experienced:</p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;">Are you ready to say Bon Voyage in 2011? Contact Small World Vacations for a price quote at <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com">www.smallworldvacations.com</a></span></p>
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<description><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: #000066; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Here is what Small World Vacations' agent, Cheryl has to share about our incredible day in the Big Apple:<br /><br />"I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to attend the Disney Cruise Line Press Event in New York City last week.  The Disney Dream will join the Disney Fleet in January 2011.  Its maiden voyage is set to sail on January 26, 2011 from Port Canaveral.  The Dream will sail 3-, 4- and 5-Night itineraries in 2011.  </span><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: #000066; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: #000066; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">At the event we were given a sneak peek as to what we will find on the Disney Dream.  The Dream will offer a water coasted named AquaDuck which propels riders through a see-through tube which curves out over the ocean!  It looks like so much fun and I can’t wait to try it myself!!  </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: #000066; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">The Dream will offer two new restaurants, the Royal Palace and the Enchanted Garden.  The Royal Palace will offer a Princess theme and the Enchanted Garden will transform from day to night during your meal.  The Dream will also offer Animators Palette and Palo which are also offered on the Magic and Wonder.</span><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: #000066; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: #000066; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">On board there will be exciting areas and clubs for kids, tweens, teens and adults!! </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: #000066; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">One of the areas I am most excited about are the inside staterooms.  All inside staterooms will feature Virtual Portholes offering “views†of the ocean via live feed from cameras outside the ship.  So even though you are in an inside cabin it sure won’t feel that way!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; COLOR: #000066; FONT-FAMILY: 'Arial','sans-serif'">Booking for the Disney Dream begins on Monday, November 9, 2009.  Early booking for Gold and Platinum Castaway Members began this past Monday, November 2.</span></p>
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<p>The Disney Dream is a Dream Come True!</p>
<p>On Monday, November 9, 2009 Disney Cruise will start accepting reservations for the January 26, 2011 maiden voyage of the Disney Dream.<br /><br />Contact Small World Vacations today for a price quote at <a href="/">www.smallworldvacations.com</a></p>
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<description><div><span style="font-size: x-small; font-family: Arial;">Small World Vacations' agents were thrilled to be invited to join Disney Cruiseline in New York City as they unveiled the Disney Dream. Some agents came from as far away as Wisconsin and Boston. Read what agent Deanna has to say about our exciting day:<br /><br />"As a both a travel professional and mom of two boys, I was completely blown away by the Disney Dream! </span></div>
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<div><span style="font-size: x-small; font-family: Arial;">New to this ship are a first of its kind water coaster, an area just for tweens and teens (including their own private outside deck), virtual portholes in the inside staterooms and expanded kids club areas. </span></div>
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<div><span style="font-size: x-small; font-family: Arial;">There are also two new restaurants, Royal Palace and Enchanted Garden, which along with Animator's Palate, round out Disney's unique rotational dining.</span></div>
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<div><span style="font-size: x-small; font-family: Arial;">I am so excited to share the magic of the Disney Dream with my guests beginning with its </span><span style="font-size: x-small; font-family: Arial;">maiden voyage on January 26, 2011.<br /><br />~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br /><br /></span></div>
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<div>Here are some pictures I took during our exciting day in New York City:<br /><br /></div>
<div><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Picture198.jpg" alt="Small World Agents at Tavern on the Green" width="320" height="213" /><br />Steph, Kathy, Cheryl, Lynne, Sue, Donna, Deanna and Jodie at Tavern on the Green. Our next stop (of course...) was the World of Disney Store on Fifth Avenue to shop and spend time with our Disney DSM, Christine Barry.<br /><br />~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br /><br /></div>
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<div>The "Magic Window" in an Inside Stateroom on the Disney Dream!</div>
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<div><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Picture214.jpg" alt="" width="320" height="213" /><br />Donald Duck on the Aqua Duck!<br /><br />~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br /><br /></div>
<div><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px; float: right;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/Picture217.jpg" alt="" width="213" height="320" />The Aqua Duck on the Disney Dream!<br />Are you ready for your turn?!</div></description>
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<description><p><img style="border: 2px solid black; float: left; margin-left: 10px; margin-right: 10px; margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/1_the_disney_dream_82939_orig.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="168" />The Disney Dream continues the Disney Cruise Line tradition of blending the elegant grace of early 20th century transatlantic ocean liners with contemporary design to create one of the most stylish and spectacular cruise ships afloat. The Disney Dream offers modern features, new innovations and unmistakable Disney touches</p>
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<div id="ctl00_ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_ContentPlaceHolder1_divImageDescription" class="sectionBody">The expansive three-deck atrium lobby on the Disney Dream is stylish and sophisticated with a sweeping grand staircase, a dazzling chandelier and stunning, three-story fluted columns. Decorative bronze friezes featuring Disney characters line the balconies and a nearly 5-foot tall bronze statue of Admiral Donald Duck graces the atrium lobby</div>
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<div id="ctl00_ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_ContentPlaceHolder1_divImageDescription" class="sectionBody">In the It’s a Small World Nursery on the Disney Dream, infants and toddlers ages 3 months to 3 years enter a whimsical world inspired by the classic Disney theme park attraction, with the signature fanciful style in a patchwork of pastel colors. Interactive, hands-on features such as horns that honk, wheels that spin and buttons to press will delight curious kids.</div>
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<div id="ctl00_ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_ContentPlaceHolder1_divImageDescription" class="sectionBody">Disney Cruise Line introduces a cruise industry innovation on the Disney Dream with the debut of AquaDuck, the first-ever shipboard water coaster. Guests aboard the new Disney Dream can get swept away on the exhilarating high-speed flume ride which features twists, turns, drops, acceleration and river rapids – all while traversing the upper decks of the ship.</div>
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<div id="ctl00_ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_ContentPlaceHolder1_divImageDescription" class="sectionBody">Disney’s Oceaneer Club on the Disney Dream is a child-friendly oasis that transports kids to the magical lands. The central rotunda, with a whimsical Peter Pan’s Never Land motif, is the main gathering place and hub of Disney’s Oceaneer Club. The focal point is a stage where children can create and star in their very own theatrical performances, participate in storytelling sessions and meet Disney characters such as Tinker Bell and Peter Pan.<br /><br />_______________________________________________________________________</div>
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<div id="ctl00_ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_ContentPlaceHolder1_divImageDescription" class="sectionBody">In Andy’s Room on the Disney Dream, the world of Disney-Pixar’s “Toy Story†films comes to life. Kids experience the feeling of being toy-sized as they play among larger-than-life characters from the animated film – such as Mr. Potato Head, Hamm the piggy bank and Rex the dinosaur. Children can rearrange features on Mr. Potato Head, crawl though the coiled body of Slinky Dog and get behind the wheel of an oversize, remote-controlled race car.<br /><br />________________________________________________________________________</div>
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<div id="ctl00_ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_ContentPlaceHolder1_divImageDescription" class="sectionBody">In Pixie Hollow on the Disney Dream, children are transported to the enchanted land of Tinker Bell and her fairy friends. A pixie tree stands in the room with hundreds of fairy lights twinkling among the leaves. In this magical forest setting, children can make crafts just like a true tinker fairy, while sitting on stools shaped like acorns and mushrooms. Other activities in Pixie Hollow include dressing up in fanciful costumes and participating in storytelling<br /><br />________________________________________________________________________<br /></div>
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<div id="ctl00_ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_ContentPlaceHolder1_divImageDescription" class="sectionBody">Disney’s Oceaneer Lab on the Disney Dream takes children on a journey of discovery and exploration. Upon entering the main hall, children feel as though they are embarking on a great adventure. The room’s seafaring details include maps, maritime instruments and nautical artifacts. At the main hall stage kids can create and star in swashbuckling performances, hear stories of great expeditions and watch movies</div>
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<div id="ctl00_ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_ContentPlaceHolder1_divImageDescription" class="sectionBody">In the Animator’s Studio on the Disney Dream, children can use their imagination to create original, hand-drawn art or learn how to sketch their favorite Disney character. With the help of a counselor and an animation simulator, kids can bring to life computer-animated characters. The space is filled with animation books, a light box table, drawing accessories, computer stations and other tools of the animation trade</div>
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<div id="ctl00_ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_ContentPlaceHolder1_divImageDescription" class="sectionBody">Teens ages 14 to 17 have an exclusive club aboard the Disney Dream with Vibe. Outside, teens have a private deck area – a modern space where they can enjoy fun in the sun without ever leaving the teen club. There are plenty of mod chairs and chaise lounges for sunbathing, two wading pools, fountains, pop jets and misters for cooling off. </div>
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<description><div class="articleTitle"><span style="font-size: 13px;">CELEBRATION, Fla. – Catering to the unique vacation needs of families, Disney Dream staterooms offer comfort and style synonymous throughout the Disney fleet. Designed specifically with families in mind, accommodations are luxurious and spacious, and most staterooms feature a split-bath – a concept that Disney introduced to the cruise industry.   <br /><br /><strong>Virtual Porthole <br /></strong>The Disney Dream carries on the spirit of innovation with a cruise industry first for all inside staterooms: Virtual Portholes that offer a “window†to the world with a real-time view outside the ship, corresponding to stateroom location – either port or starboard. High-definition cameras placed on the exterior of the ship feed live video to each Virtual Porthole. <br /><br />As guests are observing the impressive outside views, they may glimpse a magical surprise. Periodically, animated Disney characters may pop by the Virtual Porthole. Characters may include Peach the starfish from the Disney•Pixar film “Finding Nemo,†a haunted pirate ghost ship or even Mickey Mouse.   <br /><br /><strong>Staterooms</strong> <br />Nearly nine out of 10 of the 1,250 staterooms on the Disney Dream are outside rooms, and of those, 90 percent have a private verandah. To accommodate larger families and groups traveling together, there are 500 connecting doors adjoining staterooms. On connecting verandah staterooms, the partition between verandahs may be opened to create a larger shared balcony. <br /><br />Well-planned design features allow guests to stretch out in comfort and luxury: </span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">The Disney Cruise Line signature bath-and-a-half design is featured in nearly every stateroom on the Disney Dream. Conveniently, one bathroom includes a vanity, sink and full tub/shower, while the “half†bath has a vanity, sink and toilet.    </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">Both luxurious and practical, a number of staterooms have round tubs with a built-in seat, a rain shower head and a hand-held shower – perfect for giving children a bath. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">Recognizing that families tend to travel with more luggage, Disney Cruise Line elevated bed frames to provide generous under-bed space to store suitcases and other items. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">For an added pinch of pixie dust, pull-down beds open to uncover a celestial scene overhead. Spanning the entire ceiling directly over the bed, original artwork depicts an enchanted tableau of Peter Pan, his fairy pal Tinker Bell and Wendy soaring through the night sky. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">Staterooms on the Disney Dream feature a contemporary, Art Deco-inspired design. Remarkable attention to every detail is evident in the elegant nautical theme with beautiful wood finishes, custom fabrics and carpets, stylish furnishings, original artwork, crown molding and genuine teak accents. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">First-class features and amenities in all staterooms include a 22-inch LCD flat screen TV on a swivel arm, iPod docking station, roomy closets, mini refrigerator, full-length mirror, mini safe, premium toiletries, plush bath towels, fine bed linens and feather duvets.</span>   </li>
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<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">Suites have a generous private verandah, walk-in closet, living room and Blu-ray disc player. Both the living area and master bedroom have a 42-inch, high-definition LCD television. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">Suite amenities include deluxe bed linens, feather duvets, plush bath towels, sublimely soft bath robes and slippers. Suite guests may choose from a selection of hypo-allergenic, goose down and therapeutic memory foam pillows.</span> </li>
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<p>Disney Cruise Line’s signature royal suites – the Walter E. Disney Suite and the Roy O. Disney Suite – are located at Deck 12 forward of the Disney Dream. The Art Deco glamour of the 1920s and 1930s is prevalent in the décor of the suites. Extravagant details of the signature suites include a whirlpool hot tub on the private teak wood verandah, master bath with whirlpool tub, rain shower and double sinks, media library, large living area, kitchenette and sweeping ocean views through the floor-to-ceiling windows lining the main living quarters.   <br /><br /><strong>Concierge Service <br /></strong>On the Disney Dream, all suite and concierge stateroom guests enjoy the benefit of the ship’s Concierge Level providing special services and exclusive access to dedicated areas. </p>
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<li>The concierge team will provide guests with personalized service and assist with a variety of shipboard requests such as making reservations for spa treatments, Palo dining, shore excursions and nursery care for children. </li>
<li>One deck up on the private sun deck, concierge guests can soak up the sun in an exclusive area. This private oasis offers tranquil breezes, misters to keep cool, comfortable, cushioned lounge chairs and refreshments. </li>
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<p>A leader in the family cruise segment, Disney Cruise Line delivers a vacation experience that every member of the family feels was created especially for them.   <br />  <br />To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, contact <a href="/">www.smallworldvacations.com</a>.</p>
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<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px;">CELEBRATION, Fla. – Disney Cruise Line debuts the cruise industry’s first-ever shipboard water coaster – AquaDuck –aboard the new Disney Dream. Guests will have the opportunity to get swept away on an exhilarating high-speed flume ride above the upper decks of the ship and even out over the ocean.     <br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>AquaDuck Experience <br /></strong></span>Stretching 765 feet in length and spanning four decks in height, AquaDuck combines the thrill of a coaster with the splashing fun of a water slide as powerful water blasters propel guests around the perimeter of the ship’s top deck. From high atop the aft funnel, on Deck 16, guests begin their voyage by boarding a specially designed two-person inflatable raft. <br /><br />AquaDuck quickly takes an exciting turn. Starting with an initial drop, guests are suspended in a “swing out†loop that extends 13 feet over the side of the ship. Surrounded only by the crystal clear acrylic flume, guests get a breathtaking, unobstructed view of the ocean surface 150 feet below.<br /><br />The excitement amplifies as riders experience the up-and-down sensations of a coaster and defy gravity in a torrent of gushing water. After an initial plunge, high-powered water jets accelerate guests upwards and forwards at a surging speed of about 20 feet per second, made possible by utilizing some of today's latest water coaster technology.<br /><br />The ride continues as guests are whisked into an enclosed tunnel. Specialized lighting surrounding the flume provides a magical effect as riders travel through the forward funnel where kids in the tween club can catch a shadowy glimpse of guests through special windows as they whiz by.<br /><br />Emerging from the funnel, guests swiftly glide along a stretch of river rapids 335 feet in length, providing a stunning panorama of the ocean and the ship’s upper decks. Then comes a whooshing splashdown on Deck 12.<br /><br />When the sun sets, AquaDuck immerses guests in a unique nighttime experience combining the thrills of this one-of-a-kind water coaster with customized lighting and amazing views of the nighttime sky.     <br /><br /><strong>AquaDuck Fast Facts</strong> <br /></span>
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<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">The length of the entire attraction is about 765 feet </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">The length of the river rapids is about 335 feet </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">The overall height of the ride is roughly 46 feet – equivalent to four and a half stories </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">Approximately 10,000 gallons of water per minute propel guests through the attraction </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">The loop that extends over the edge of the ship is about 150 feet above the ocean’s surface </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">High-powered water jets accelerate guests upward and forward at about 20 feet per second </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">There are three portholes in the tween club that provide silhouetted views of AquaDuck riders as they pass through the funnel </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">As a convenience to guests, a conveyor system lifts rafts up from Deck 12 to the ride launch on Deck 16 </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">The minimum rider height requirement for AquaDuck is 48 inches</span> </li>
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<p><span>A leader in the family cruise segment, Disney Cruise Line delivers a vacation experience that every member of the family feels was created especially for them. <br /><br />To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, visit <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com/">www.smallworldvacations.com</a>. </span></p>
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<description><div class="articleTitle"><span style="font-family: wingdings;"><span style="font-family: wingdings;"><span style="font-family: wingdings;"><span style="font-family: wingdings;"><span><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><em><strong>New Disney Cruise Ship Setting Sail in 2011</strong></em></span><br /><br />CELEBRATION, Fla. (Oct. 29, 2009) – A first-of-its kind water coaster that sends guests racing above the upper decks of the ship.  An animated turtle that engages children in conversation about life in the ocean.  A sophisticated lounge where the sun sets over the skyline of a different world-famous city each night.  When the Disney Dream debuts in early 2011, the newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet will bring to life these innovations and more.  <br /><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<p class="articleBody" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;">The Disney Dream will take family cruising to all-new heights, embracing the spirit of innovation, magical family entertainment and immersive experiences that have made Disney Cruise Line the preeminent cruise of choice for families since 1998.   <br /> </span></p>
<p class="articleBody" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;">Disney Cruise Line revolutionized the cruise industry with purpose-built ships designed just for families.  With the Disney Dream setting sail on Jan. 26, 2011, preparations are underway to expand the one-of-a-kind family experience, utilizing technology to enhance the world-class entertainment and legendary guest services onboard.  From stem to stern, the Disney Dream will offer a cruise experience that caters to the preferences of the whole family. <br /></span></p>
<p class="articleBody" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;"><br />“For more than a decade, passengers have filled their passports with memories sailing around the world with Disney Cruise Line,†said Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Jay Rasulo.  “With the Disney Dream joining our fleet, we’ll be able to take families to even more places they never imagined they could visit – in true Disney style.†  </span></p>
<p class="articleBody" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;">The Disney Dream features a remarkable interior design which provides guests with a warm and welcoming feel throughout.  The ship’s design offers guests a perfect blend of elegant Art Deco style and fun-filled Disney whimsy to create one of the most spectacular ships afloat.  Distinctly Disney guest features aboard the Disney Dream include: </span><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;"> </span></p>
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<p class="articleBody" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;">Disney Cruise Line debuts a cruise-industry first: a shipboard water coaster … AquaDuck!  Guests aboard the Disney Dream will get swept away on an exhilarating high-speed flume ride featuring twists, turns, drops, uphill acceleration and river rapids – all while traversing the upper decks of the ship.<br /><br /></span></p>
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<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">AquaDuck stretches 765 feet in length - more than two and a half times the length of a football field - and spans four decks in height.</span> </li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">Guests slide 13 feet over the side of the ship in a translucent "swing out" loop allowing them to look down on the ocean 150 feet below.</span> </li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">Guests experience coaster-like thrills as high-powered water jets push them upwards and forwards at 20 feet per second.</span> </li>
<li><span style="font-size: 13px;">AquaDuck continues through the forward funnel, encounters a 335 foot stretch of river rapids and splashes down to an end on Deck 12.</span> </li>
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<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;">Disney Cruise Line introduces another stateroom innovation with all inside staterooms on the Disney Dream featuring a Virtual Porthole that provides guests with a real-time view outside the ship.  High-definition cameras placed on the exterior of the ship feed live video to each Virtual Porthole.<br /><br /></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;">As guests observe the impressive outside views, they may glimpse a magical surprise: animated characters such as Peach the starfish from the </span><a tabindex="0" name="OLE_LINK9"></a><a tabindex="0" name="OLE_LINK8"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;">Disney•Pixar</span></a><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;"> hit film “Finding Nemo,†or Mickey Mouse may pop by the Virtual Porthole. </span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;"><strong>A Magical Oasis for Children. . .</strong></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;">Only on a Disney Cruise Line ship can children become immersed in their favorite Disney stories with the help of caring counselors, beloved Disney characters and a sprinkling of pixie dust.  The celebration of children’s creativity rises to a new level on the Disney Dream with nearly an entire deck of youth spaces designed to inspire, entertain and unlock the imagination of children.  There are two main spaces for children ages three to 10:  </span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;"><br />At <strong><em>Disney’s Oceaneer Club</em></strong>, children can:   </span>
<p><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;">At <em><strong>Disney’s Oceaneer Lab</strong></em>, children feel as though they are embarking on a great seafaring adventure in a room filled with maps, maritime instruments and swashbuckling artifacts.  Here, children can try their hand at animation, become a pop star or navigate ships through digital seas.  <br /></span><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;"></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;">Both venues offer magical interactions with the animated characters such as Crush, the sea turtle from the Disney•Pixar motion picture “Finding Nemo†and Stitch, the mischievous alien from “Lilo and Stitch.† The characters chat, play and joke with children in live, unrehearsed conversations from their digital undersea and intergalactic environments via 103-inch plasma screens.     </span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;"><strong>Chill-Out Zones for Tweens and Teens. . .</strong></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;">Located inside the forward funnel is <strong><em>Edge</em></strong> – the lounge just for tweens (ages 11 to 13).  This tween pad is filled with a multitude of hi-tech entertainment including the ability to create and star in photo postcards and video karaoke using green-screen technology.<br /></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;"><br />Teens have their own exclusive club aboard the Disney Dream with <em><strong>Vibe</strong></em> – a trendy and inviting indoor/outdoor space created especially for guests ages 14 to 17.  A “teen-only†swipe card provides access to the nearly 9,000-square-foot club.<br /></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;"><br />Teens can create and edit videos, play computer games, access the onboard social media application or try their hand at spinning and mixing dance tracks.  Teens have their own private outdoor deck area with chaise lounges for sunbathing, two wading pools, misters and pop jets for cooling off, and deck games such as ping-pong and foosball. </span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;"><strong>Personal Touches with Rotational Dining. . .</strong></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;">Disney Cruise Line continues its innovative rotational dining concept onboard the Disney Dream with elaborately themed restaurants, distinctly Disney touches, and world-class cuisine to create a magical dining experience.  Throughout the cruise, guests “rotate†through three different restaurants for dinner – with their servers accompanying them, providing guests with friendly, familiar, personalized service each night.  The rotational dining restaurants include:</span><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="font-size: 13px;">   </span>
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<li><em><strong>Senses Spa &amp; Salon</strong></em> offers adult tranquility with 17 private treatment rooms, lavish spa villas with indoor treatment rooms and private outdoor verandahs, and Rainforest, a special section of the spa offering the benefits of steam, heat and hydrotherapy to relax the mind and body. </li>
<li>At <strong><em>Palo</em></strong>, adult guests find epicurean excellence and an unforgettable dinner experience at sea.  Every seat offers beautiful ocean vistas while a pianist softly serenades guests in an intimate restaurant setting. </li>
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</span></span><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;">The Disney Dream is scheduled to depart on its maiden voyage Jan. 26, 2011, and will sail alternating three- and four-night cruises to the Bahamas and Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay.  During summer months, the ship will alternate four- and five-night itineraries with two stops at Castaway Cay.  Guests can book their Disney Dream cruise beginning Nov. 9, 2009.<br /></span>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 13px; font-family: arial;"><br />To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation contact <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a></span></p>
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<li> <strong><em>Animator's Palate</em></strong>, a signature Disney Cruise Line restaurant that brings the magic of Disney animation into the dining room for a unique experience that will captivate the entire family. </li>
<li><strong><em>Royal Palace</em></strong>, an elegant restaurant inspired by the classic Disney films "Cinderella," "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs," " Beauty and the Beast" and "Sleeping Beauty." </li>
<li><strong><em>Enchanged Garden</em></strong>, a whimsical casual restaurant inspired by the gardens of Versailles and featuring a dining environment that magically transforms from day to night. </li>
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<li>Explore the Laugh Floor with loveable monsters Mike and Sully from "Monsters, Inc." </li>
<li>Dive under the sea with Nemo and friends or visit Tinker Bell's fairy forest </li>
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<p>Family time is more important than ever. And now, you can spend time with your family on not one, but two unbelievable Disney getaways. It’s family time – times two!</p>
<p><strong>Offer Details</strong>:<br />You can receive a FREE* <strong>Disney Cruise Line</strong>® 3-Night Bahamian cruise with the purchase of select <strong>Adventures by Disney</strong> departures. Book between Oct. 26, 2009, and Jan. 15, 2010.</p>
<p><strong>Travel Window</strong>:<br />This offer is valid for select <strong>Adventures by Disney</strong> land packages at the non-discounted regular rate departing before Oct. 2, 2010. Visit <a title="www.adventuresbydisney.com/freecruise" href="http://www.adventuresbydisney.com/freecruise" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">www.adventuresbydisney.com/freecruise</span></span></a> for a complete listing of eligible departures.</p>
<p><strong>Booking Window</strong>:<br />Oct. 26, 2009 – Jan. 15, 2010</p>
<p><strong>Booking Information</strong>:<br />To book this offer, contact Small World Vacations at <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com/">www.smallworldvacations.com</a></p>
<p><em>*Government Taxes and fees are not included. Guests who purchase a qualifying <strong>Adventures by Disney</strong> land package will receive a free<strong> Disney Cruise Line</strong> 3-Night Bahamian cruise. Offer applies to new purchases between 10/26/09 and 1/15/10 of select <strong>Adventures by Disney</strong> land packages at the non-discounted regular rate departing before 10/2/10. Offer valid on the majority of 2010 <strong>Adventures by Disney</strong> season departures; please visit</em> <a title="www.adventuresbydisney.com/freecruise" href="http://www.adventuresbydisney.com/freecruise" target="_blank"><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">www.adventuresbydisney.com/freecruise</span></span></em></a><em> for a complete listing of eligible departures. A certificate good for a 3-night Bahamian cruise will be mailed out 25 days prior to the land package departure date. A completed cruise certificate must be submitted to <strong>Disney Cruise Line</strong> before 12/31/10 and sailing must occur between 2/1/10 and 12/15/11. The number of guests in the free cruise party may not exceed the number of guests in the eligible <strong>Adventures by Disney</strong> land package. Offer valid on ocean view staterooms in the following categories only: 9A, 9B, 9C, and 9D, and the number of staterooms available for this offer is limited. Block-out dates apply; see certificate for details. Transportation to and from Port Canaveral not included. Cruise is non-transferable and may not be sold, traded, refunded or redeemed for cash value. Subject to terms, conditions and restrictions of <strong>Disney Cruise Line</strong>. One (1) certificate issued per reservation. Certificate not redeemable for cash in whole or in part and will not be replaced if lost or stolen. Advance reservations required. Subject to conditions, restrictions and change without notice. Land package and Cruise fulfillment is subject to availability and restrictions. Void where prohibited. Cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions or Small World Vacations Onboard Credit offer.</em></p>
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<p><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px;" src="/blog/assets/content//Photos/PecosBill.jpg" alt="" width="277" height="255" />Walt Disney World is experimenting with new crowd-control methods in some of its busiest in-park restaurants, hoping to make the facilities more pleasant for guests and more profitable for the resort.<br /><br />Inside four quick-service restaurants in the Magic Kingdom, Disney has begun restricting access — but guaranteeing seating — during particularly busy lunch rushes. Managers say the approach helps smooth out traffic in part by eliminating the need for groups to split up and send someone to order food while another person holds an open table — something that can clog up as much as one-third of a restaurant's capacity at any given time.<br /><br />"This has been very helpful for us from an efficiency standpoint, because everything's so well-organized," said Liz Clark, general manager of food and beverage in the Magic Kingdom.<br /><br />The tinkering illustrates one of the small ways theme parks have sought to squeeze more money out of existing operations — beyond top-level cost cuts — in the midst of a recession that has sapped attendance and guest spending.<br /><br />Disney does not break out how much restaurant sales contribute to the revenue of individual theme parks. But experts say it is substantial.<br /><br />"The food-and-beverage operations are very significant in the overall bottom line," said Mary Jo Ross, a former multi-unit restaurant manager at Universal Orlando and an assistant professor at the University of Central Florida's Rosen College of Hospitality Management.<br /><br />Disney says the restaurant changes are part of an internal initiative called "The Basics," in which employees have been urged to re-emphasize customer service.<br /><br />Busy, in-park restaurants are an obvious target for improvements; around noon on a busy day, they can rival the longest ride queues in terms of crowds, noise and stress levels.<br /><br />"It wasn't really a good way to decompress or relax. So we've been really focusing on how we can enhance the whole dining experience," Clark said.<br /><br />Under the controlled-access and -seating program, guests in certain Magic Kingdom counter-service restaurants are steered through a single entrance so workers can keep tabs on how many people are inside.<br /><br />A greeter hands menus and steers the entire group to cash registers to place their orders. After they get their food, they are guided by another employee to an empty table.<br /><br />Implementing the change is trickier than it may sound. For example, the restaurants have multiple entrances, so Disney restaurant managers have had to work with the resort's "Imagineers" to work out new ways of guiding traffic through a single point.<br /><br />Clark said the program has already evolved based on feedback from guests. The menus that greeters hand out were initially only available in English and were done entirely in text; they have since been changed to include multiple languages, pictures of the menu selections, and information about using a pre-purchased dining plan that Disney sells to resort guests.<br /><br />Disney began testing the concept in the Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Café. But it has since been rolled out to three other busy counter-service restaurants: Columbia Harbour House, Pinocchio Village Haus and Cosmic Ray's Starlight Café. Those restaurants range in size from about 400 seats to more than 1,000 at Pecos Bill and Cosmic Ray's.<br /><br />The controlled access is used only when that day's park attendance warrants.<br /><br />Clark said the results have been overwhelmingly positive, both in terms of praise from guests who report a more-relaxed dining experience and in terms of reducing congestion inside the restaurants, where, like on a busy highway, small backups can cascade over the course of a day into lengthier delays.<br /><br />Disney has also made other, subtler changes. At Pecos Bill, for instance, the resort has added self-service ordering kiosks, though guests can still opt to order from a human cashier.<br /><br />Workers also recently replaced highly themed, high-backed chairs at Pecos Bill with smaller, less clunky stools. The switch, which Disney said was made on the suggestion of a restaurant worker, has allowed the restaurant to add an extra seat at many tables and improved the aisles between tables, helping alleviate further bottlenecks.</p></description>
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<description><p>Check this link out to watch a really cool video of a day at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World:</p>
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<p>You can get more magic without spending more booty, with free nights headed your way.</p>
<p><strong>Offer Details</strong>:<br />When you book a non-discounted <strong>Walt Disney Travel Company</strong> 4-night, 4-day <strong>Walt Disney World</strong>® Resort room and ticket package at select Disney Moderate, Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Resorts, you’ll get three more nights with tickets FREE.</p>
<p>When you book a non-discounted<strong> Walt Disney Travel Company</strong> 5-night,<br />5-day <strong>Walt Disney World</strong> Resort room and ticket package at select Disney Value Resorts, you’ll get two more nights with tickets FREE.</p>
<p>These <strong>Magic Your Way</strong> Packages include accommodations for seven nights and a 7-day <strong>Magic Your Way</strong> Base Ticket.</p>
<p><strong>Booking Window</strong>:<br />Now through Dec. 20, 2009</p>
<p><strong>Travel Window</strong>:<br />This offer is available for stays most nights:</p>
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<li>$1,628 for a family of four (2 adults, 1 junior, 1 child) staying at a select Disney Moderate Resort in a standard room for stays most nights Jan. 3 – Feb. 11, 2010. That’s like paying $59 per person, per day. </li>
<li>$1,441 for a family of four (2 adults, 1 junior, 1 child) staying at a select Disney Value Resort in a standard room for stays most nights Jan. 3 – Feb. 11, 2010. That’s like paying $52 per person, per day</li>
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<description><p>Are you going to Walt Disney World, Sept 25 - October 2? <br />Find out what is going on while you are there:</p>
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<p>What is happening in Walt Disney World October 2 - 9, 2009?<br /><a href="http://www.box.net/shared/static/zmofyx3xcg.pdf">http://www.box.net/shared/static/zmofyx3xcg.pdf</a></p></description>
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<description><p><img style="float: left; border: 2px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="http://208.112.67.143/blog/assets/content//Photos/GiveaDay.jpg" alt="" width="185" height="123" /><br />Sept. 29, 2009 – Disney Parks today announced a new program that celebrates the spirit of volunteer service with a simple proposition: “Give a Day, Get a Disney Day.†</p>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-INDENT: 0.5in; LINE-HEIGHT: 120%"><span style="color: black;"><br />Disney hopes to inspire families to volunteer in their communities during 2010 through this first-of-its-kind program. One million people who perform volunteer service for a participating organization will receive a free one-day admission ticket to a Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort theme park.</span></div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-INDENT: 0.5in; LINE-HEIGHT: 120%"><br />While the “Give a Day, Get a Disney Day†program kicks off Jan. 1, right now guests can learn more about the program and how to get their free one-day admission to a Walt Disney World or Disneyland theme park by visiting <a href="http://www.disneyparks.com/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">www.DisneyParks.com</span></span></a> (for the United States and Puerto Rico) or <a href="http://www.disneyparks.ca/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">www.DisneyParks.ca</span></span></a> (for Canada).</div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-INDENT: 0.5in; LINE-HEIGHT: 120%"><br />In the past year, guests have been celebrating all sorts of special moments in their lives at Disney parks – from birthdays and anniversaries to reunions and graduations <span style="color: black;">–</span> as part of the “What Will You Celebrate?†campaign.</div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-INDENT: 0.5in; LINE-HEIGHT: 120%"><br />“In 2010, we want to recognize and add one more reason for celebration: the contributions people make to their communities every day,†said Jay Rasulo, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts.  â€œWe want to inspire 1 million volunteers – people who will invest time and energy to make their own communities and neighborhoods a better place.â€</div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-INDENT: 0.5in; LINE-HEIGHT: 120%"><br />To enable people to sign up for an eligible volunteer project, Disney is working with HandsOn Network, the nation’s largest volunteer network.  Part of Points of Light Institute, HandsOn Network has 250 on-the-ground volunteer action centers across the country and connects volunteers to more than 70,000 nonprofit agencies that need their help.</div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-INDENT: 0.5in; LINE-HEIGHT: 120%"><br />“Wherever we live, our communities need our hands-on help to thrive,†said Michelle Nunn, CEO of Points of Light Institute. â€œWe are thrilled at this unprecedented effort by Disney Parks to help mobilize 1 million volunteers into action.  â€˜Give a Day, Get a Disney Day’ has the potential to reach so many families and instill the volunteer spirit in a new generation.â€</div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-INDENT: 0.5in; LINE-HEIGHT: 120%"><br />Bob Iger, president and CEO of The Walt Disney Company, said, “‘Give a Day, Get a Disney Day’ fits perfectly with our long history of supporting and participating in volunteer efforts.  It’s a great way to honor guests who are making a positive contribution to their communities.â€</div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 120%">            <br />Starting Jan. 1, 2010, guests can go to <a href="http://www.disneyparks.com/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">www.DisneyParks.com</span></span></a> for the United States and Puerto Rico or <a href="http://www.disneyparks.ca/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">www.DisneyParks.ca</span></span></a> for Canada to search for volunteer opportunities available in those areas through HandsOn Network and sign up for a day of volunteer service.  Many of the opportunities will be for projects that entire families can participate in together.</div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 120%">            <br />To raise awareness for grass-roots community volunteerism and the “Give a Day, Get a Disney Day†program, Disney VoluntEARS joined local volunteers in cities across the United States and Canada today.  Work projects involving 1,000 volunteers were coordinated by HandsOn Network in Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles and Miami, and across Canada – in Toronto, Montreal, Halifax and Vancouver.</div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; TEXT-INDENT: 0.5in; LINE-HEIGHT: 120%"><br />Joining the Sept. 29 effort were scores of volunteers from Southwest Airlines, which will also provide transportation for a 20-city tour that will take the Disney Parks volunteer message to major cities across the United States this fall and winter.</div>
<div style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; LINE-HEIGHT: 120%">           <br />“Southwest Airlines strives to make a positive difference in the communities we serve, from protecting the environment to supporting a local cause,†said Linda Rutherford, vice president of Communications and Strategic Outreach, Southwest Airlines.  â€œSouthwest employees give back both locally and nationally through volunteerism, with individual and personal efforts, serving together as teams or through companywide efforts.  The opportunity with Disney unites two companies that are devoted to the spirit of volunteerism<span style="color: navy;">.â€</span></div>
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<p><span class="pressReleaseText">Re-Imagined "Star Tours" Coming to California and Florida in 2011 and Major Fantasyland Expansion at Walt Disney World Scheduled for 2013 </span></p>
<p><br />Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Jay Rasulo detailed plans for future lands, attractions and adventures that will be delighting Disney guests for years to come, at the first D23 Expo. Most notable among the announcements were the confirmation of an all-new Star Tours attraction and the largest expansion in the history of the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.</p>
<p>"Storytelling is the DNA of Disney dreams and we're always exploring new ways to tell new stories in new places," Rasulo told a crowd at the Anaheim Convention Center in California before taking them on a "behind-the-magic" tour of their favorite Disney destinations.</p>
<p>Rasulo announced that a new 3-D version of the tremendously-popular "Star Tours" attraction will debut at the Disneyland Resort and Disney's Hollywood Studios in 2011. Based on the iconic Lucasfilm "Star Wars" films, the attraction will include immersive new elements that will take guests to many familiar places in the Star Wars galaxy.</p>
<p>For Walt Disney World in Florida, Rasulo outlined plans for the largest expansion in the history of the Magic Kingdom, vastly increasing the size of Fantasyland by 2013. Guests will soon be able to:</p>
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<li>Be Our Guest and dine in one of three enchanted rooms inside the Beast's castle. </li>
<li>Fly with Dumbo high above brand new circus grounds, twice the size of the existing attraction with a new interactive, three-ring circus tent. </li>
<li>Journey under the sea with Ariel, The Little Mermaid, in her very own attraction - also opening at Disney's California Adventure in Anaheim in 2011. </li>
<li>Meet Tinker Bell and her friends in the magical world of Pixie Hollow. </li>
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<p>Rasulo provided updates on the multi-year expansion of Disney's California Adventure including the new "World of Color" attraction slated to open in the spring of 2010 and the addition of the 12-acre Cars Land scheduled to open in 2012 where guests will literally step into the town of Radiator Springs and its six acres of hand-carved rockwork.</p>
<p>Rasulo noted the progress of several other recently-announced projects including the three new lands coming to Hong Kong Disneyland by 2014; the Disney Dream, the new ship being built by Disney Cruise Line; the many diverse itineraries being offered by Adventures by Disney that take guests on 19 unique, once-in-a-lifetime guided vacation experiences; and Disney's first family destination resort on the island of Oahu in Hawaii.</p>
<p>Rasulo's keynote presentation was only part of the D23 EXPO experience. Guests were able to discover:</p>
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<li>Up close and personal visits with Lucky the Dinosaur and Wall-E. </li>
<li>A preview of the most advanced Audio-Animatronics figures ever created by Walt Disney Imagineering. </li>
<li>Displays showcasing cutting-edge effects technologies that are being developed for Disney attractions, shows and venues. </li>
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<p><strong><em>Castaway Club</em> Membership Reaches A Whole New Level</strong>.</p>
<p>The new <strong>Disney Cruise Line</strong>® <strong>Castaway Club</strong> keeps getting better and better. Something amazing happens on each Disney cruise that only returning <strong>Castaway Club</strong> members know: the more they sail, the more magic they discover. And now, for our returning Guests, that has never been more true.</p>
<p>Disney is always looking for new ways to make a guest's next Disney cruise experience even more wonderful - whether onboard another Disney cruise or at-home dreaming of their next voyage. So, to celebrate our returning Guests in true Disney style, we've created new <strong>Castaway Club</strong> membership levels with enhanced benefits, based on the number of times they have sailed with us.</p>
<p><strong>Silver Castaway</strong> for Guests who've completed 1–4 sailings<br /><strong>Gold Castaway</strong> for Guests who've completed 5–9 sailings<br /><strong>Platinum Castaway</strong> for Guests who've completed 10 or more sailings</p>
<p>Favorite<strong> Castaway Club</strong> benefits like:</p>
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<p>Even stateroom gifts have now been customized for each <strong>Castaway Club</strong> level. And that's just the beginning. Along with updates to <strong>Castaway Club</strong> favorites, there are new member benefits, too.</p>
<p>What's updated? <strong>Castaway Club</strong> members have always enjoyed Early Access to onboard reservations to <strong>Palo</strong>, spa services and youth activities. Now, that access gets earlier and earlier: While guests sailing for the first time can book only 75 days in advance of their sailing, <strong>Silver Castaway</strong> members can pre-book 90 days before sailing. <strong>Gold Castaway</strong> members, 105 days. And <strong>Platinum Castaway</strong> members enjoy the option of booking a full 120 days before.</p>
<p>What's new? <strong>Gold</strong> and <strong>Platinum Castaway</strong> members enjoy even earlier access to book Disney's newest itineraries. They also receive invitations to a new, exclusive reception with the ship's senior officers on 4-night and longer cruises. There are even new onboard activities created just <strong>Platinum Castaway</strong> members.</p>
<p>The new <strong>Castaway Club Silver</strong>, <strong>Gold</strong> and <strong>Platinum</strong> levels. The more magic, the more wonder, the more dreams come true.</p>
<p>View a summary of <a id="nostrip" title="Castaway Club benefits" href="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/DCL/CastawayClubAmenities.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>Castaway Club</strong> benefits</span></span></a> <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Adobe PDF)</span> </p>
<p><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: #1f497d; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';"><a title="http://disneycruise.disney.go.com/media/dcl_v0400/CoreCatalog/InternetMediaType/CastawayClub/CompassNewsletter/CastawayClubCompassNewsletter-Fall2009.pdf" href="http://disneycruise.disney.go.com/media/dcl_v0400/CoreCatalog/InternetMediaType/CastawayClub/CompassNewsletter/CastawayClubCompassNewsletter-Fall2009.pdf"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #810081;">http://disneycruise.disney.go.com/media/dcl_v0400/CoreCatalog/InternetMediaType/CastawayClub/CompassNewsletter/CastawayClubCompassNewsletter-Fall2009.pdf</span></span></a></span></p>
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<p>Announcing maiden voyages to Alaska - the land of the mid-night sun. It's all the natural wonders of fjords, icebergs and glaciers and all the enchantment of Disney.</p>
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<p><strong>Disney Wonder</strong>® 7-Night Alaska Cruise<br /><strong>Ports of Call</strong>: Vancouver, Tracy Arm Fjord, Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan<br /><strong>2011 Sail Dates</strong>: May 3 - August 30</p>
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<p>The first Alaskan Cruise sets sail on May 3, 2011, with the last cruise of the season scheduled for Aug. 30, 2011.</p>
<p>Bookings open to the general public on Sept. 28, 2009.  If you are a Castaway Club member who has completed five or more sailings with <strong>Disney Cruise Line</strong>, you can book as early as Sept. 21, 2009. Early bookings are available by phone only.</p>
<p><strong>Mexican Riviera Cruises<br /></strong>When the 2011 summer season in Alaska ends, the <strong>Disney Wonder</strong> Cruise Ship will sail 7-night Mexican Riviera cruises from the Port of Los Angeles to Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas.</p>
<p><strong>Mediterranean Cruises</strong><br />In response to Guest demand, the <strong>Disney Magic</strong>® Cruise Ship will once again return to the Mediterranean in 2011 with 10- and 11-night cruises sailing out of Barcelona, Spain.</p>
<p>You can explore the culture and beauty of Italy, France and Spain, with a family-friendly experience only Disney can deliver. This itinerary also includes visits to Tunis in Northern Africa; the island nation of Malta; and Ajaccio, Corsica.</p>
<p><strong>Repositioning Cruises<br />Disney Cruise Line</strong> will offer a number of repositioning cruises and special sailings in 2011, including a 15-night Panama Canal crossing; two 14-night transatlantic voyages; a 6-night cruise from Los Angeles to Vancouver, B.C.; a 5-night cruise from Vancouver, B.C., to Los Angeles; and 10- and 11-night holiday sailings to the Mexican Riviera and the eastern Caribbean.</p>
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<p>When Disney Cruise Lines ventures out of its Florida comfort zone next year for its new European cruises, it will make a splash with a Prince and Princess Ball at the extravagant Catherine's Palace in Russia, a Tunisian treasure hunt and a fresco-painting lesson in Tuscany.</p>
<p>Disney is adding two European itineraries next summer -- the Baltic Sea, including Russia, and the Mediterranean, including Tunisia. But planning for shore excursions that go beyond the usual activities for grown-ups has been going on for two years.</p>
<p>During a trial run in the Mediterranean in 2007, the cruise line discovered that its passengers want to experience Europe, not just see it from the pool deck. To the guests, the places themselves ``are just as important as the ship bringing you there,'' says creative director David Duffy, who is in charge of making sure the line's shore excursions are Disney-esque. </p>
<p>This would seem like a no-brainer, but we're talking a Disney crowd that loves show productions and pirate parties and onboard character experiences. The cruise line's passengers, after all, are mostly families with kids.</p>
<p>``We originally put lots and lots of focus on the ship, and not as much focus on shore excursions,'' Duffy said. ``But we learned in 2007 on cruises like this, especially with multiple ports of call, that that's why guests are coming on the ship -- the ports.''</p>
<p>So for its second round in Europe in 2010, when the Disney Magic will cruise Northern Europe and the Mediterranean, the line is greatly expanding its shore offerings, while keeping the family crowd -- and kids in particular -- the focus.</p>
<p><strong>CULTURE SHOCKS</strong>Russia (on the Baltic cruise) and Tunisia (Mediterranean cruise) both present cultural challenges. The cruise line has charged its local tour operators in both destinations, as well as in other new ports, such as Stockholm and Oslo, with finding the right Disney angle. Pleasing the kids will be the first priority.</p>
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<p>Duffy, part of the cruise line's entertainment department, was followed by a handful of American journalists this summer when he visited the European ports to check out some of the proposed tours and suggest others.</p>
<p>In Tunisia, the culture of the liberal Muslim country -- some women wearing veils, signs in Arabic, aggressive vendors -- will be unfamiliar to much of the line's American crowd, and visa versa. Disney understands this. On the ship, family-oriented lecturers will talk about Tunisian customs and traditions.</p>
<p>Onshore, Disney is offering creative activities aimed at kids. For instance, in the white-washed hillside town of Sidi Bou Said, right outside Tunis, Disney's tour operator took a standard tour and gave it the child-friendly spin of a treasure hunt, complete with a little book of clues and treasure map. The idea is to combine Tunisian culture with a little competition.</p>
<p>Families will visit key sights and can get temporary henna tattoos, watch belly dancing and drink mint tea. There's even some interaction with locals -- negotiating for a pot using Tunisian <em>dinar</em> (the currency is provided) and getting water from a communal fountain.</p>
<p>In Tunis, there are also plans for a beach outing, a visit to a re-created Berber village, and several tours of UNESCO World Heritage sites -- including Carthage, where kids will be able to play gladiators at the coliseum.</p>
<p>But some Mickey education may be in order. At the Bardo Museum in Tunis, famous for its Roman mosaics, a museum guide was asked if there were any depictions of mice. He responded that no, cats took care of that problem.</p>
<p><strong>RUSSIA WITH LOVE</strong>When the Disney Magic arrives for the first time in St. Petersburg, Russia, for a two-day visit, among the myriad offerings will be an excursion to the extravagant, 18th century Catherine's Palace in Pushkin.</p>
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<p>The blue, white and gold palace is often visited by ship tours. But Disney is adding a magic twist: A Prince and Princess Ball. </p>
<p>Little girls will put on their character princess dresses -- and little boys their finery -- to visit a real ballroom replete with gold-framed mirrors, candelabras and live music. No boring palace tour, this. There will even be assorted Disney royalty in attendance -- including Belle, Snow White, Cinderella, maybe even Ariel. Imagine the big smiles as the girls dance with their dads (ship photographers will be on hand, naturally).</p>
<p>``The question for us is how to make Russia accessible and relevant for families,'' said Duffy. ``We wanted to create a magical arrival for the families.''</p>
<p>Some of Duffy's ideas met a little resistance. For instance, while touring Catherine's Palace, Duffy said he wanted the ball to take place in the afternoon. The palace, once the summer residence of Russian czars, is open as a public museum until 5 p.m. Disney will have to wait until early evening for its private event, he was informed.</p>
<p>Similarly, the cruise line and its tour operator have developed a unique plan to take guests to the private Jacobsen Ballet School, where young dancers, ages 5 to 15, train for professional careers. After a sample performance, Duffy suggested involving the line's young guests in some sort of interactive activity.</p>
<p>``This is not a tourist attraction. It's real school,'' Olesya Sergienko, program manager for operator Arctur, responded. Still, she did not rule out further discussions.</p>
<p>Likewise, when Duffy hinted backstage during a 3 ?-hour performance of the classic <em>Swan Lake</em> that the St. Petersburg Theatre Russian Ballet consider doing a shorter version for Disney's young passengers, he first got a stunned look, and then a ``let's talk later'' from the ballet's chief administrator. Later, negotiations began for a special afternoon ``excerpts'' performance, for which the cruise line would rent the entire Palace Theater.</p>
<p>The new offerings will include a Port Adventure at each stop escorted by youth counselors from the ship, who will peel the kids off for an activity, giving parents more time to explore.</p>
<p>At the massive Hermitage museum in St. Petersburg, for instance, when kids get bored with the Rembrandts and Monets they will be hustled to an art activity -- perhaps a sculpture lesson in the museum's Greek or Roman sculpture sections. In Florence, Disney's Italian tour operator is developing a similar program in which kids will create their own frescoes at Palazzo Vecchio, the town hall.</p>
<p><strong>THE TUSCAN SUN</strong>Disney is also looking at exclusive tours aimed at repeaters -- those who did the Med cruise in 2007. For instance, from La Spezia, passengers will be able to travel to the medieval Tuscan city of Lucca to attend a thrilling medieval pageant with dancers and drums, a cross bow competition and flag twirlers.</p>
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<p>When Disney visited the Mexican Riviera in 2008 (the line was also there in 2005), it developed Signature Experiences, private excursions for the upscale crowd. Disney will be introducing these in Europe its second round, too, including a private cooking excursion to a Tuscan farmhouse.</p>
<p>Shipboard on the Magic, there will be a new European focus as well, again with the realization that for a lot of passengers it's their first time in Europe, Duffy said. New activities will be geared toward preparing kids for the ports, such as painting Russian stacking dolls. There will also be a food-related activity to familiarize the kids with what they'll find in each port -- such as crepes for France.</p>
<p>For adults and kids alike, there will be enhanced local cultural entertainment. A string quartet and opera singers will come onboard in Italy, a European clowning comedy duo in France, folk dancers in Norway.</p>
<p>``The idea is the port experience continues when they get back to the ship,'' Duffy said.</p>
<p>Disney is planning a White Nights deck party in celebration of the Midnight Sun while the ship is docked in St. Petersburg, where it doesn't get dark in summer until after midnight. Disney also will repeat the Paradiso Party it introduced in France on the 2007 cruises.</p>
<p>With two new ships, the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy, coming to Port Canaveral in 2011 and 2012, there is speculation the line may base Magic or Wonder elsewhere. Will the Baltic and Med become regular routes? A spokesman declined to answer, saying itineraries for 2011 will not be announced this far in advance. </p>
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<description><p><span style="font-size: 10px;">By: Johanna Jainchill<br />September 03, 2009<br /></span><span style="font-size: 11px;">Crew from the Disney Wonder rescued a man that had gone overboard from the Carnival Sensation on Wednesday night.<br /><br />The Wonder responded to an emergency call from the Sensation before midnight last night, Disney Cruise Line spokeswoman Christi Erwin Donnan said.<br /><br />Four crew members in a rescue boat located the man and pulled him from the water at about 12:45 a.m. on Thursday.<br /><br />In a statement, Carnival said that the 34-year-old man was witnessed jumping overboard from a balcony cabin at about 11:15 p.m.<br /><br />Both the Wonder and Sensation were returning to Port Canaveral from a four-day Bahamas cruises when the rescue happened.<br /><br />Donnan said an announcement was made on the Wonder alerting passengers to what was going on. The man returned to Port Canaveral on the Wonder and was transported to a local hospital.<br /><br />"Carnival wishes to extend its thanks and appreciation to the officers and crew of the Disney Wonder, as well as the U.S. Coast Guard, for their assistance," Carnival said.</span></p></description>
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<p><em>Worldwide leader in family entertainment agrees to acquire Marvel and its portfolio of over 5,000 characters </em>
<p><em>Acquisition highlights Disney's strategic focus on quality branded content, technological innovation and international expansion to build long-term shareholder value </em>
<p>Burbank, CA and New York, NY, August 31, 2009 —Building on its strategy of delivering quality branded content to people around the world, The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) has agreed to acquire Marvel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:MVL) in a stock and cash transaction, the companies announced today.</p>
<p>Under the terms of the agreement and based on the closing price of Disney on August 28, 2009, Marvel shareholders would receive a total of $30 per share in cash plus approximately 0.745 Disney shares for each Marvel share they own. At closing, the amount of cash and stock will be adjusted if necessary so that the total value of the Disney stock issued as merger consideration based on its trading value at that time is not less than 40% of the total merger consideration.</p>
<p>Based on the closing price of Disney stock on Friday, August 28, the transaction value is $50 per Marvel share or approximately $4 billion.</p>
<p>"This transaction combines Marvel's strong global brand and world-renowned library of characters including <em>Iron Man, Spider-Man, X-Men, Captain America, Fantastic Four </em>and<em> Thor </em>with Disney's creative skills, unparalleled global portfolio of entertainment properties, and a business structure that maximizes the value of creative properties across multiple platforms and territories," said Robert A. Iger, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company. "Ike Perlmutter and his team have done an impressive job of nurturing these properties and have created significant value. We are pleased to bring this talent and these great assets to Disney."</p>
<p>"We believe that adding Marvel to Disney's unique portfolio of brands provides significant opportunities for long-term growth and value creation," Iger said.</p>
<p>"Disney is the perfect home for Marvel's fantastic library of characters given its proven ability to expand content creation and licensing businesses," said Ike Perlmutter, Marvel's Chief Executive Officer. "This is an unparalleled opportunity for Marvel to build upon its vibrant brand and character properties by accessing Disney's tremendous global organization and infrastructure around the world." </p>
<p>Under the deal, Disney will acquire ownership of Marvel including its more than 5,000 Marvel characters. Mr. Perlmutter will oversee the Marvel properties, and will work directly with Disney's global lines of business to build and further integrate Marvel's properties.</p>
<p>The Boards of Directors of Disney and Marvel have each approved the transaction, which is subject to clearance under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act, certain non-United States merger control regulations, effectiveness of a registration statement with respect to Disney shares issued in the transaction and other customary closing conditions. The agreement will require the approval of Marvel shareholders. Marvel was advised on the transaction by BofA Merrill Lynch.</p>
<p>Investor Conference Call:</p>
<p>An investor conference call will take place at approximately 10:15 a.m. EDT / 7:15 a.m. PDT today, August 31, 2009. To listen to the Webcast, turn your browser to <a href="http://corporate.disney.go.com/investors/presentations.html"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #333333;">http://corporate.disney.go.com/investors/presentations.html</span></span></a> or dial in domestically at 800-260-8140 or internationally at 617-614-3672. For both dial-in numbers, the participant pass code is 51214527.</p>
<p>The discussion will be available via replay on the Disney investors website through September 14, 2009 at 7:00 PM EDT/4:00 PM PDT.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">About The Walt Disney Company</span></strong> <br />The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with five business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, interactive media and consumer products. Disney is a Dow 30 company with revenues of nearly $38 billion in its most recent fiscal year.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">About Marvel Entertainment, Inc.</span></strong> <br />Marvel Entertainment, Inc. is one of the world's most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a library of over 5,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy years. Marvel utilizes its character franchises in licensing, entertainment (via Marvel Studios and Marvel Animation) and publishing (via Marvel Comics). </p>
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<description><p><span style="font-family: Verdana;"><strong><span style="color: #1c5ca4;">Special Announcement Coming Soon!<br /></span></strong><em>Disney Cruise Line</em>® is about to unveil a whole new fairytale </span><span style="font-family: Verdana;">at 9 a.m. PT (noon ET) on Sept. 11, 2009.</span></p>
<p>We expect that Disney Cruise will announce their 2011 itineraries!</p>
<p>Check this link out for more info: <a href="http://www.disneycruiselineevents.com/2011/">http://www.disneycruiselineevents.com/2011/</a></p>
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<p><strong>OFFICIAL RACE MERCHANDISE</strong><br />A variety of <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Half Marathon Weekend merchandise will be available for purchase at Disney's Health and Fitness Expo. A sample of the merchandise items can be found in the official race program.</p>
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<p><img style="padding-right: 0px; padding-left: 8px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" src="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/DLR/Malificent.jpg" alt="" align="right" />Gather all, you ghouls and boys, for some frightfully good fun during <strong>Halloween Time at the <em>Disneyland</em></strong>®<strong> Resort</strong>, September 25 through November 1. All systems are "ghost" for a spine-tingling journey through the cosmos on <strong>Space Mountain</strong> <strong>Ghost Galaxy</strong>. Meanwhile, back in the Earth's atmosphere, the Disney Villains are conjuring up a new nighttime spectacular in the sky over Sleeping Beauty Castle. <strong>Halloween Screams</strong> is one of the most bewitching displays of fireworks and breathtaking effects that you've ever seen! Over at <strong>Haunted Mansion Holiday</strong>, Jack Skellington and his creepy crew are back for another Halloween/Christmas monster mash-up. And the staff of <strong>The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror</strong>â„¢ is positively dying for you to drop in. So scare up your family and friends and creep on over to<strong> Halloween Time at the<em> Disneyland</em></strong>® <strong>Resort</strong>. It's going to be wicked fun for everyone!</p>
<p><em>Guests of all ages may wear costumes ONLY to the Mickey's Trick-or-Treat Party event with a valid ticket. Otherwise, costumes are only permitted at either theme park for Guests ages 9 and under. All costumes must adhere to any guidelines as determined solely by Disney. Please choose costumes that are not obstructive, offensive, or violent. Guests' eyes must be visible at all times. The Twilight Zone® is a registered trademark of CBS, Inc., and is used with permission pursuant to a license from CBS, Inc.  ©Disney/CBS, Inc.  Jack Skellington and Haunted Mansion Holiday are inspired by Tim Burton's "The Nightmare Before Christmas."</em></p>
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<p><strong>2009 DATES</strong>:<br />September 25 – November 1, 2009</p>
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<p><strong>Travel Dates</strong>:<br />3-night cruises: Jan. 7 – April 15, 2010<br />4-night cruises: Jan. 10 – April 11, 2010</p>
<p><strong>Additional Details</strong>:<br />Applies to stateroom Categories 4-12 only</p>
<p><em>*Offer applies to new bookings only. The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited. Other special offers, discounts do not apply. </em></p>
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<div id="ctl00_ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_ContentPlaceHolder1_divArticleBody" class="articleBody"><em>Pixie dusting Disney’s private island to provide more family fun, interactive play areas, upscale luxury and even greater convenience for guests <br /></em><br />CELEBRATION, Fla. (Aug. 31, 2009) – Castaway Cay, Disney’s private island paradise in the tropical waters of the Bahamas, is getting an extra dose of pixie dust. Enhancements will provide guests with more water-based family-fun, additional conveniences and a slice of beachside luxury all designed to complement the idyllic island setting. <br /><br />The additional island amenities are scheduled to be complete by summer 2010, in time for special five-night cruises aboard the Disney Wonder with two stops at Castaway Cay, and the Disney Dream cruise ship which starts sailing in early 2011. <br /><br />Castaway Cay is consistently rated by Disney Cruise Line guests as their favorite port of call – the ultimate private island escape for adventure, relaxation and quality time with the family. <br /><br />“The numerous enhancements and additions planned for Castaway Cay will take the already extraordinary guest experiences on our private island to the next level,†said Disney Cruise Line President Karl Holz. “Whether our guests are seeking recreation or leisure – or a combination of both – they will find it at Castaway Cay, all complemented by unparalleled Disney service.†<br /><br />Walt Disney Imagineers designed Castaway Cay with one-of-a-kind areas and activities for every member of the family, while celebrating the natural beauty of the 1,000-acre island. Among the crystal-clear turquoise waters, powdery white sand beaches, swaying palm trees and lush landscapes, guests soon will find the following transformations. <br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Expanded Family Beach</strong> <br /></span>The <strong>Castaway Family Beach</strong> will be extended by more than 700 feet for families to enjoy the pristine white sand, build sand castles, relax in the shade under an umbrella and take a dip in the warm azure waters of the lagoon.<br /><br />As an added convenience for guests, enhancements to this area of the island will include: <br />• New <strong>Cookies Too</strong> family lunch buffet location serving mouth-watering, all-you-care-to-eat barbeque, island spiced rotisserie chicken, burgers, grilled fish, fresh salads, flatbreads, ice cream, complimentary soda and more, in a covered pavilion just steps away from the expanded family beach. <br /><br />• New <strong>Sand Bar</strong> beach bar mixing up drinks like Castaway Cay’s signature Konk Kooler, other tropical concoctions, cold beer and non-alcoholic beverages. <br /><br />• New <strong>Flippers &amp; Floats</strong> beach rentals providing inner tubes, snorkels, masks and fins. <br /><br />• New <strong>Buy the Sea Shore</strong> merchandise location selling a variety of Castaway Cay-exclusive items along with towels, sunscreen and other beach essentials – a complement to the island’s other merchandise location, She Sells Sea Shells &amp; everything else. <br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">New Water Feature and Water Play Areas<img class="at-xid-6a00d83451b46269e20120a5379dc0970b " style="margin: 0px 0px 5px 5px; width: 180px;" src="http://blogs.usatoday.com/.a/6a00d83451b46269e20120a5379dc0970b-200wi" alt="CastawayCay1" /><br /></span></strong>Guests can slide and splash at a new water feature called <strong>Pelican Plunge</strong>. The 2,400-square-foot floating platform, located within swimming distance from shore, celebrates the island’s native pelicans. Various flotsam and jetsam – such as nautical rope, cargo nets, buoys, signaling flags and starfish-like ornamentation – adorn the platform. Two exciting water slides – an enclosed corkscrew slide and a 140-foot-long open slide – take guests on a twisting ride, ending with a splash into the lagoon. A giant “bucket dump†delivers hundreds of gallons of water, soaking eagerly awaiting guests. Four water cannons provide sharp-shooting fun with floating nautical targets approximately 20 feet away. <br /><br />On the island, a brand-new, 2,400-square-foot water play area called <strong>Spring-a-Leak</strong> helps guests cool off while immersing them in what appears to be the remnants of a washed-away beach dwelling leaning in the direction of the prevailing winds. The watery fun begins as guests enter the storm-ravaged structure, greeted by dripping pipes, broken plumbing and hissing misters, exposed and twisted by the tropical tempest that wiped out the original structure. <br /><br />A “splash pad†is the focal point and gives the impression of water pooled on the ground. Water jets squirt, spray and saturate guests. Shade is provided by leftover pieces of the corrugated steel roof, aged and distressed fabric and the occasional palm tree growing up through the floor foundation. Parents can relax and have a seat – or, better yet, join in the fun – as kids frolic in the wet and whimsical setting. <br /><br />The “hub†of youth activities on the island, <strong>Scuttle’s Cove</strong>, will feature a new water play area for the youngest Disney Cruise Line guests to splash and enjoy as part of supervised youth activities on Castaway Cay. A 1,200-square-foot soft wet deck area provides fresh-water fun with an array of pop jets, geysers and bubblers. Overhead, shade sails circle the area like a compass and marine props – a captain’s wheel, boat oars, life preservers and nautical rope – complete the castaway theme. <br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span><img style="border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px;" src="http://208.112.67.143/blog/assets/content//Photos/2009_06_05_cabana_persp_color_78900_orig.jpg" alt="" width="251" height="164" /></span>New Beach Cabanas</strong></span> <br />Guests can have a little piece of paradise all to themselves at one of 20 new <strong>private cabanas</strong>. The premium rental cabanas provide the privacy and luxury of a deluxe beach retreat with an option to add the personalized service of a cabana host. <br /><br />The majority of the exclusive 325-square-foot beach cabanas will dot the far side of Castaway Family Beach, giving guests more privacy along with a spectacular view of their Disney cruise ship from the cabana’s large front patio deck. A handful of private cabanas will be located on Serenity Bay Beach, exclusively for adults, providing the ultimate in upscale seclusion. <br /><br />Each well-appointed cabana is furnished with comfortable cushioned chairs, luxurious chaise lounge chairs, stylish side tables and a dining table. Other convenient features include a refrigerator, lockable storage unit, outside fresh water shower and sail cloth for shade on the deck. <br /><br />Amenities included with a beach cabana rental include non-alcoholic beverages, suntan lotion and fluffy towels. A variety of a la carte services and packages will be offered, including special food and beverage options. <br /><br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Other Enhancements and Additions</span></strong> <br />? The popular <strong>Castaway Ray’s Stingray Adventure</strong> will be moved to a different location in the lagoon, adjacent to the existing Gil’s Fins &amp; Boats beach rental. Once complete, guests will be able to swim and interact with stingrays in an even larger area within the private lagoon.<br /> <br />? Teens will enjoy <strong>Hide Out</strong>, an all-new secluded area on the island just for them. Off the beaten path, but near everything, this teen retreat is a great place to hang out and soak up the sun, just steps away from the beach, activities, food, ice cream and refreshments. Multi-colored deck chairs and sail cloth shades create the ideal getaway to gather, kick back, listen to music and watch the action at the nearby beach volleyball and soccer areas. <br /><br />? <strong>In Da Shade Game Pavilion</strong> provides guests wanting to take a break out of the sun a place to play games such as table tennis, foosball, billiards and basketball. The new shaded structure is centrally located, near Castaway Family Beach. <br /><br />? To provide additional adult pampering, three <strong>new massage cabanas</strong> will be added to the adults-only Serenity Bay Beach. For unparalleled relaxation, adults will be able to enjoy a therapeutic massage, or couples massage, at one of eight private cabanas overlooking the ocean. <br /><br />? Guest transportation is provided to and from various points on the island via tram. For greater convenience, additional tram paths will be created and a new <strong>Pelican Point Tram Stop</strong> will be located farther down Castaway Family Beach, near most of the new additions to the island. <br /><br />? <strong>Marge’s Barges &amp; Sea Charters Dock</strong> will be expanded to accommodate additional excursion boats for parasailing, fishing tours and more. <br /><br />? The <strong>cruise ship dock</strong> at Castaway Cay eliminates the need to tender, making the ship easily accessible throughout the day. To accommodate Disney Cruise Line’s new ships, additional mooring dolphins will be installed to lengthen the dock. <br /><br />Disney Cruise Line sails to Castaway Cay on all itineraries originating from Port Canaveral, Fla. <br /><br />A leader in the family cruise segment, Disney Cruise Line delivers a vacation experience that every member of the family feels was created especially for them. To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, contact Small World Vacations at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a> for your free price quote today!<br /></div></description>
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<p><img src="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/What's New/2009/DCLKeelLaying.jpg" alt="" align="right" /><strong>Disney Cruise Line</strong>® is celebrating the keel laying of the<strong> Disney Dream</strong> Cruise Ship, the first of two newly designed ships destined to expand family cruise options to more places around the world in 2011.</p>
<p>Video: <a id="nostrip" onclick="javascript:popUp('http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/Flash/DCL/2011Announcements/DCLDreamKeelLaying.html','340','275','340','240','0','0','0','0','0','0')" href="javascript:;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0066cc;">Keel Laying Ceremony</span></span></a> <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Adobe Flash)</span></p>
<p><strong>Shipyard Ceremony<br /></strong>In the maritime industry, the keel-laying ceremony marks a momentous occasion when the first block – or section – of the ship is lowered into the building dock and a coin is placed under the keel for good fortune.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/What's New/2009/DCLKeelCaptain.jpg" alt="" align="right" />Captain Tom Forberg had the honor of placing the coin. With a distinguished maritime career, Forberg was the first crew member hired and the captain who launched the <strong>Disney Magic</strong>® and <strong>Disney Wonder</strong>® Cruise Ships. Recently, he was named as the future Master of the <strong>Disney Dream</strong> Cruise Ship.</p>
<p>The ship will continue to take its form through a block-construction process at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany.</p>
<p><strong>Designing the Disney Dream<br /></strong>The <strong>Disney Dream</strong> Cruise Ship is scheduled to join the current fleet in 2011, followed by the <strong>Disney Fantasy</strong> Cruise Ship in 2012. Together, the two new ocean liners will more than double the capacity of <strong>Disney Cruise Line</strong>, each having 1,250 staterooms and a tonnage of 128,000.</p>
<p>Bringing together innovation in superb shipbuilding and creativity in imaginative storytelling, <strong>Disney Cruise Line</strong> and <strong>Walt Disney Imagineering</strong>, along with the Meyer Werft shipyard, have created a truly distinctive design.</p>
<p>Like the existing ships, these ocean liners are designed to deliver a unique vacation that every member of the family believes was created just for them. Design details will be revealed later this fall.</p>
<p><strong>Homeports<br /></strong>Both new ocean liners will homeport in Port Canaveral, Fla. Expansion efforts are underway to accommodate the larger ships and additional Guests.</p>
<p>In addition to an extension of the dock and enlargements to the one-of-a-kind Disney terminal building, a new multi-level parking structure is being built, complementing the design and storytelling elements of the ships..</p>
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<p><img src="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/What's%20New/2009/Amalfi_220.jpg" alt="" align="right" /><strong>Adventures by Disney</strong> was created especially for families, with breathtaking guided group vacations spanning six continents-from Alaska to Australia, and from Costa Rica to Canada. With <strong>Adventures by Disney</strong>, you will meet enthralling local experts, enjoy backstage access, VIP treatment and other exclusive experiences difficult to arrange on your own.</p>
<p>Discover <a title="nineteen incredible adventures" href="/portal/site/dta-domestic/menuitem.102581f168f790b8a96a8546712071ca/?vgnextoid=fb5ba776ec031210VgnVCM100000d864a8c0RCRD" target="_self"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">nineteen incredible adventures</span></span></a> that are fun for everyone in the family, with special thrills just for the kids. You will be hosted by two Disney-trained Adventure Guides. Best of all, <strong>Adventures by Disney</strong> will handle the details, so you can spend your time having the time of your life.</p>
<p>Travel with <strong>Adventures by Disney</strong> and you will get more than you'd ever imagine. More than you would expect. Here are some reasons why the only way to see the world, is to see it with Disney.</p>
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<li>Activities with local experts </li>
<li>Special thrills for Junior Adventurers </li>
<li>Interaction with historical characters </li>
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<li>Bypass the lines at popular museums and attractions </li>
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<p>Want to get your adventure started? Contact <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a> for a free price quote for your own magical Adventure by Disney vacation today!</p></description>
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<p><img src="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/What's%20New/2009/Kat&amp;Mouse_220.jpg" alt="" align="right" />Celebrity chef Cat Cora and Disney are joining together to open a casual, family restaurant at <strong>Disney's Boardwalk</strong> Resort.</p>
<p><strong>Kouzzina by Cat Cora</strong> features time-honored Mediterranean recipes, as well as the chef’s personal favorites. The new table-service restaurant is included in the Disney Dining Plan and available to book online or by calling 407-WDW-DINE.</p>
<p>Kouzzina is the Greek word for kitchen. This family dining restaurant has an open kitchen with a wood-burning grill and oak-fired ovens. It will serve creative, Greek-inspired dishes that are described as simple, yet sensational.</p>
<p>To compliment the flavors and aromas wafting out of the open kitchen, Chef Cora has hand-selected a beverage menu, including her special cocktail recipes and private label wines from California.</p>
<p>Cat Cora achieved celebrity status by becoming the first female Iron Chef on the Food Network's hit show "Iron Chef America." She's been a featured chef at the <strong>Epcot® International Food &amp; Wine Festival</strong> and at <strong>Disney's California Food &amp; Wine Festival</strong> at the <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort.</p>
<p>Want to get the magic started? Contact Small World Vacations for a free price quote for your Walt Disney World vacation at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a></p>
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<p>At the <strong>Walt Disney World</strong> Resort in Florida, <strong>Walt Disney Travel Company Magic Your Way</strong> Packages feature "Magical Extras" that will help you explore Disney beyond the Theme Parks. Some new benefits include an array of activities like 15% off the regular price of a body treatment or water therapy at <strong>Disney's Grand Floridian</strong> Resort &amp; Spa or <strong>Disney's Saratoga Springs</strong> Resort &amp; Spa and 10% off the regular price of all activities at Sammy Duvall's Water Sports Centre at <strong>Disney's Contemporary</strong> Resort.</p>
<p>Another enhancement feature of <strong>Walt Disney Travel Company</strong> Packages is the <strong>Walt Disney World</strong> Resort Marina discount offer. When you purchase a 60-minute Sea Raycer, Pontoon boat or Montauk rental, you will receive an extra 30 minutes of rental time. Guests also receive 10% off the regular price of Bass Fishing excursions.</p>
<p>Other 2010 benefits include one <strong>Disney's PhotoPass</strong> Professional Portrait session per <strong>Magic Your Way</strong> Premium Package, as well as one Richard Petty Ride Along experience per person, per reservation (Guest must be 14 or older) and one <strong>Disney's PhotoPass</strong> Professional Portrait session per <strong>Magic Your Way</strong> Platinum Package.</p>
<p>Want to get the magic started? Get a free price quote for your Walt Disney World Vacations at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a></p>
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<description><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;"><img style="border: 2px solid black; float: left; margin: 2px;" src="http://208.112.67.143/blog/assets/content//Photos/FoodWine09.jpg" alt="" width="185" height="136" />LAKE BUENA VISTA</span><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;">, Fla.</span><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;"> – Epcot kitchens turn up the heat for a global tasting experience worthy of every palate Sept. 25-Nov. 8, 2009 at the 14th annual Epcot International Food &amp;Wine Festival at Walt Disney World Resort. During the six-week, entertainment-packed event, park guests can taste fine cuisine and wines from the top “foodie†cities of the world.<br /></span></span><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 125%; font-family: Arial;"><br /><span style="color: #000000;">Whether sampling bites of <em>Camarões com Palmito</em> (shrimp with palms) from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, or sipping the trendiest wine from Buenos Aires, Argentina, festival guests can enjoy the flavors of more than 25 international marketplaces dotting the World Showcase promenade. The festival will spotlight tastes from cities on six continents, including Bologna, Italy; Bangkok, Thailand; Wellington, New Zealand; Santiago, Chile; Marrakesh, Morocco; Shanghai, China; and, from the United States – New Orleans.<br /><br /></span></span><span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 125%; font-family: Arial;"><span style="color: #000000;">Tapas-sized portions of regional specialties run $2 to $7 each, and recommended wines and beers make perfect pairings at each kiosk. Puglia, Italy, returns as a sponsor this year, presenting culinary demonstrations with regional chefs and showcasing “Adventures of Pasta and Olive Oils.†Live regional entertainment is scheduled throughout each day along the promenade.</span></span></p>
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<span style="font-size: 9pt; line-height: 125%; font-family: Arial;"><span style="color: #000000;">      <br />Each fall, the festival attracts a diverse audience of more than one million guests ranging from wine connoisseurs and epicures to neophytes wishing to boost their wine IQs. Beer aficionados can raise their steins at several tasting locations, including Germany’s Biergarten, which specialize in brews from light to dark.<br /><br /></span></span><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;"><span style="color: #000000;">Festival highlights include:</span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;"><span style="color: #000000;"> <br />Festival guests can enjoy free admission on their birthdays as well as fresh Epcot experiences including the re-launched Spaceship Earth attraction in Future World and the high-tech, ultra-interactive Disney’s Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure. Also in World Showcase, several new and updated restaurants welcome guests: at the Italy pavilion, Tutto Italia, with cuisine from different regions of Italy; at the Japan pavilion, Tokyo Dining and Teppan Edo restaurants; and at the China showcase, the redesigned Nine Dragons with a new menu. </span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial;">Contact Small World Vacations, Authorized Disney Vacation Planners, for a free quote at <a href="http://www.smallworldvacations.com/">www.smallworldvacations.com</a></span></p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/2009-epcot-internation-food-and-wine-festival</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/2009-epcot-internation-food-and-wine-festival</guid>
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<description><p>2010 WDW packages are out. Here are links to the updated info. Included is a pdf for of the actual brochure for each dining plan. <br /><br />2010 Magic Your Way Base Plan:<br /><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/base" href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/base"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #810081;">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/base</span></span></a>/<br /><br />~~~~~~~~~~<br /><br />2010 Quick Service Plan:<br /><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/quick-serve-dining/" href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/quick-serve-dining/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #810081;">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/quick-serve-dining/</span></span></a><br /><br />2010 Quick Service PDF:<br /><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2010QuickService.pdf" 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style="color: #810081;">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2010Dining.pdf</span></span></a><br /><br />~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br /><br />2010 Wine and Dine Plan:<br /><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2010WineDine.pdf" href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2010WineDine.pdf"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #810081;">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2010WineDine.pdf</span></span></a><br /><br />~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br /><br />2010 Deluxe Dining Plan:<br /><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/dining/" href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/dining/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #810081;">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/deluxe-dining/</span></span></a><br /><br />Deluxe Dining PDF<br /><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2010DeluxeDining.pdf" href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2010DeluxeDining.pdf"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #810081;">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2010DeluxeDining.pdf</span></span></a><br /><br />~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br /><br />2010 Premium Plan:<br /><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/premium/" href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/premium/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #810081;">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/premium/</span></span></a><br /><br />Premium Plan PDF:<br /><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2010Premium.pdf" href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2010Premium.pdf"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #810081;">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2010Premium.pdf</span></span></a><br /><br />~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br /><br />2010 Platinum Plan:<br /><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/platinum/" href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/platinum/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #810081;">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/vacation-packages/2010/platinum/</span></span></a><br /><br />Platinum Plan PDF:<br /><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/PDF/2010Platinum.pdf" 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<p>Contact Small World Vacations, Authorized Disney Vacation Planners, for a free quote for your Walt Disney World Vacation at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a></p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/2010-walt-disney-world-packages</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/2010-walt-disney-world-packages</guid>
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<description><p><img style="float: left; border: 2px solid black; margin: 2px;" src="http://208.112.67.143/blog/assets/content//Photos/TreeHouseVilla.jpg" alt="TreeHouseVilla" width="130" height="97" />Recently, some Small World Vacations agents were treated to a private tour of Disney's Tree House Villas. Here is a link to agent, Stephanie's, photo album of these quiet, cozy free standing homes nestled among the trees near Disney's Saratoga Springs: <a onmousedown="UntrustedLink.bootstrap($(this), &quot;aabd4aed98dbf229ceebb475233a08fb&quot;, event)" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/album.php?aid=3102&amp;id=100000042165678&amp;ref=nf" target="_blank"><span style="color: #cc6600;"><span>http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=3102&amp;id=100000042165678&amp;l=b1d7feea87</span></span></a></p>
<p>Learn more about Disney's TreeHouse Villas and Saratoga Springs: <a href="http://www.disneywebcontent.com/portal/site/csa-wdw/menuitem.3032217d6f7d0bc0991be110c3c80ca0/?vgnextoid=97fb17f59bd75010VgnVCM100000170217acRCRD&amp;SiteID=173">http://www.disneywebcontent.com/portal/site/csa-wdw/menuitem.3032217d6f7d0bc0991be110c3c80ca0/?vgnextoid=97fb17f59bd75010VgnVCM100000170217acRCRD&amp;SiteID=173</a></p>
<p>Contact Small World Vacations, Authorized Disney Vacation Planners, for a free price quote for your Disney vacation at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a></p></description>
<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-s-treehouse-villas-photo-tour</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/disney-s-treehouse-villas-photo-tour</guid>
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<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 19:59:25 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p><img style="float: right; margin: 2px; border: black 2px solid;" src="http://208.112.67.143/blog/assets/content//Photos/Sanaa.jpg" alt="" width="185" height="123" /> As part of the Kidani Village expansion of Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, diners are treated to a new restaurant - Sanaa. The menu in the 150-seat, family-oriented restaurant reflects the art of African cooking with Indian flavors. Pronounced "Sah-NAH," the restaurant boasts interiors inspired by African art and remarkable views to a savannah of free-roaming animals. Kidani Village is a Disney Vacation Club property, at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (David Roark, photographer) Click here to view their dinner menu: <a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/Media/InternetMediaType/Dining/Sanaa/sanaa-menu-dinner.pdf">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/media/wdw_nextgen/CoreCatalog/WaltDisneyWorld/en_us/Media/InternetMediaType/Dining/Sanaa/sanaa-menu-dinner.pdf</a></p>
<p>Click here to learn more about Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge: <a href="http://www.disneywebcontent.com/portal/site/csa-wdw/menuitem.3032217d6f7d0bc0991be110c3c80ca0/?vgnextoid=d70665dcf0fee110VgnVCM100000d864a8c0RCRD&amp;SiteID=173">http://www.disneywebcontent.com/portal/site/csa-wdw/menuitem.3032217d6f7d0bc0991be110c3c80ca0/?vgnextoid=d70665dcf0fee110VgnVCM100000d864a8c0RCRD&amp;SiteID=173</a></p>
<p>Contact Small World Vacations, Authorized Disney Vacation Planners, for a free price quote for your Disney Vacation today at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a></p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/flavors-of-africa-and-india-at-disney-s-animal-kingdom-lodge</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/flavors-of-africa-and-india-at-disney-s-animal-kingdom-lodge</guid>
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<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 19:48:43 GMT</pubDate>
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<p><span class="header-MED-b"><span class="imageDescriptionText">Candlelight Processional is a moving presentation </span><span class="imageDescriptionText">of the traditional Christmas story told by celebrity </span><span class="imageDescriptionText">narrators who are joined by a mass choir and 50-piece orchestra. </span><span class="imageDescriptionText">Performances take place nightly at Epcot.</span> </span></p>
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<pre>Contact Small World Vacations, Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a><br />for a no obligation price quote for your Disney vacation.</pre>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/2009-epcot-candlelight-processional-narrators</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/2009-epcot-candlelight-processional-narrators</guid>
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<p><img src="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/Featured Offer/DCL072909_220.jpg" alt="" align="right" />Travel through time and enjoy the ageless charm of the sun-kissed Mediterranean with this special offer from<strong> Disney Cruise Line</strong>®!</p>
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<p>Contact Small World Vacations, Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, for a free price quote today at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a></p>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/kids-sail-free-on-disney-mediterranean-cruises</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/kids-sail-free-on-disney-mediterranean-cruises</guid>
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The ghosts and goblins are friendly on 24 hauntingly happy Magic Kingdom evenings between Sept. 4 and Nov. 1.  Disney characters are decked out in their Halloween finest, and guests are invited to do the same at this popular after-hours event (7 p.m.-midnight). There’s trick-or-treating galore and a chance to experience many popular attractions plus two scheduled entertainment extravaganzas guests can see at no other time: Mickey’s “Boo-to-You†Halloween parade and the bewitching “Happy HalloWishes†fireworks spectacular.</div>
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<div style="margin: 0in 0in 12pt;">Parties are slated for Sept. 4, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, Oct. 1, 2, 6, 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31 and Nov. 1. To purchase advance tickets, guests can call 407/W-DISNEY or visit <a href="http://www.disneyworld.com/halloween"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">www.disneyworld.com/halloween</span></span></a> now.  For most party dates, if tickets are purchased prior to event day, guests save $7 per ticket.</div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 12pt;">Contact Small World Vacations, Authorized Disney Vacation Planners, at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a> to set up your Disney accommodations.</div>
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<link>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/mickey-s-not-so-scary-halloween-party-select-nights</link>
<guid>http://www.smallworldvacations.com/blog/post.cfm/mickey-s-not-so-scary-halloween-party-select-nights</guid>
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<description><p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: larger;"><span style="line-height: 130%;"><img style="float: right;" src="http://208.112.67.143/blog/assets/content//Photos/5611_101333936544678_100000042165678_39956_191083_s[1].jpg" alt="" width="180" height="129" /><br />LAKE BUENA VISTA</span><span style="line-height: 130%;">, Fla. – Nearly 38 years after Disney’s Contemporary Resort opened its doors, its modern Disney Vacation Club addition, Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, is scheduled to welcome guests on Aug. 4.  This will be the seventh Disney Vacation Club (DVC) property at Walt Disney World Resort. Check out Small World Vacations' agent Stephanie's pix of our tour of Bay Lake Tower: <span style="color: #810081;"><span><a title="http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=3085&amp;id=100000042165678&amp;l=b9b5db39c9" href="http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=3085&amp;id=100000042165678&amp;l=b9b5db39c9"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=3085&amp;id=100000042165678&amp;l=b9b5db39c9</span></a></span></span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-size: larger;"><span style="line-height: 130%;"><br />All 15 stories of the ultra-sleek design continue the original building’s iconic style, which opened with the Magic Kingdom theme park Oct. 1, 1971.  Bay Lake Tower complements and pays homage to Disney’s Contemporary Resort while also offering a variety of new amenities and conveniences – kitchenettes or full kitchens complete with granite countertops and modern appliances, and other homelike amenities.  In addition, most of the 295 two-bedroom equivalent villas in the crescent-shaped tower offer spectacular views of Bay Lake or Magic Kingdom. </span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-size: larger;"><span style="line-height: 130%;"><br />Bay</span><span style="line-height: 130%;"> Lake Tower</span><span style="line-height: 130%;">, like all DVC resorts, blends Disney magic with elegant design and premier accommodations.  DVC members – and, based on availability, overnight Walt Disney World guests staying at Bay Lake Tower – can choose from a number of recreation activities and facilities, including a children’s interactive water play area, Bay Cove Pool, a barbeque pavilion, a Community Hall and two nearby tennis courts.</span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-size: larger;"><span style="line-height: 130%;"><br />For easy access to Disney’s Contemporary Resort’s restaurants, merchandise shops and the monorail, the Sky Way Bridge takes members and guests from the fifth floor of Bay Lake Tower directly to the fourth floor Grand Canyon Concourse of Disney’s Contemporary Resort. </span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-size: larger;"><span style="line-height: 130%;"><br />The opening of Bay Lake Tower is an exciting chapter in the history of Disney’s Contemporary Resort.</span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-size: larger;"><span style="line-height: 130%;"><br />“Our resort motto is ‘Where Tradition Touches Today,’ and the marriage of our iconic resort with this elegant new Disney Vacation Club offering is a perfect example,†said Thea Sargent, general manager of Disney’s Contemporary Resort.  â€œPlus, with all of the enhancements we have made to the resort over the last few years – from costumes and landscaping to restaurants and merchandise locations – we offer our overnight guests and DVC members an unparalleled ‘contemporary’ resort experience.  I think this kind of evolution is exactly what Walt Disney envisioned for our resort.â€</span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-size: larger;"><span style="line-height: 130%;"><br />Bay</span><span style="line-height: 130%;"> Lake Tower is the third Disney Vacation Club offering to open at Walt Disney World Resort this year, following the first phase of Kidani Village at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge and the Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort &amp; Spa. </span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-size: larger;"><span style="line-height: 130%;"><br />“What excites me most about this tremendous growth is that we’re not only creating new accommodations but new experiences for our Disney Vacation Club members as well as our resort guests,†said DVC President Jim Lewis.  â€œEach of the projects we’ve undertaken at Disney Vacation Club is unlike anything previously available in our resort portfolio, and Bay Lake Tower proudly builds on that tradition.†</span></span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-size: larger;"><span style="line-height: 130%;"><br />Contact Small World Vacations, Authorized Disney Vacation Planners, for a price quote to stay at Disney's Bay Lake Tower. <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a></span></span></p></description>
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<description><p><img style="float: right;" src="http://208.112.67.143/blog/assets/content//Photos/1006AS_3241GD39857201[1].jpg" alt="" width="185" height="136" /><span style="font-size: larger;"><strong><em><span style="font-size: medium;">From Barcelona to Buenos Aires, Dozens of ‘Foodie Cities’ Serve Blissful Bites</span></em></strong></span> </p>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: left;">LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Epcot kitchens turn up the heat for a global tasting experience worthy of every palate Sept. 25-Nov. 8 at the 14<sup>th</sup> annual Epcot International Food &amp;Wine Festival at Walt Disney World Resort. During the six-week, entertainment-packed event, park guests can taste fine cuisine and wines from the top “foodie†cities of the world.</div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 125%;"><br />Whether sampling bites of <em>Camarões com Palmito</em> (shrimp with palms) from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, or sipping the trendiest wine from Buenos Aires, Argentina, festival guests can enjoy the flavors of more than 25 international marketplaces dotting the World Showcase promenade. The festival will spotlight tastes from cities on six continents, including Bologna, Italy; Bangkok, Thailand; Wellington, New Zealand; Santiago, Chile; Marrakesh, Morocco; Shanghai, China; and, from the United States – New Orleans.</div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 125%;"><br />Tapas-sized portions of regional specialties run<span style="line-height: 125%;"> $2-to-$7 each, and recommended wines and beers make perfect pairings at each kiosk</span>. Puglia, Italy, returns as a sponsor this year, presenting culinary demonstrations with regional chefs and showcasing “Adventures of Pasta and Olive Oils.†Live <span style="line-height: 125%;">regional entertainment is scheduled throughout each day along the promenade.</span></div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 125%;"><br />Daily wine and beer tastings serve up sips from around the world, and culinary demonstrations dish up featured taste treats. A<span style="line-height: 125%;"> series of special culinary programs features a lineup of renowned winemakers, guest chefs and speakers participating in elegant dinners, luncheons, seminars and wine schools.</span></div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 125%;"><span style="line-height: 125%;"><br />Live music kicks the festival up several notches each evening during the Eat to the Beat! concert series featuring acts from many musical genres including classic rock, jazz, R&amp;B, funk and soul. </span>Concerts are performed three times each evening at America Gardens Theatre along the World Showcase lagoon. Scheduled to appear for the first time on the Eat to the Beat! stage are: Richard Marx, Better than Ezra, Vanessa Carlton, John Waite and Billy Ocean. Returning acts scheduled are Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Starship, En Vogue, Sister Hazel, Kool &amp; The Gang, Spyro Gyra, Jon Secada, Sister Sledge, Taylor Dayne, Boyz II Men, Night Ranger and Los Lobos.</div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: 125%;">            <br />Each fall, the festival attracts a diverse audience of more than one million guests ranging from wine connoisseurs and epicures to neophytes wishing to boost their wine IQs. Beer aficionados can raise their steins at several tasting locations, including Germany’s Biergarten, which specialize in brews from light to dark.</div>
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<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span>·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';">        </span></span>The Festival Welcome Center, with a Champagne and Wine Bar, educational wine seminars, celebrity chef book signings, and festival keepsakes including exclusive festival pins and an official festival cookbook.</div>
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<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span>·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';">        </span></span>Some 250 chefs including Disney chefs and guest chefs from across the country conducting culinary demonstrations and hosting elegant dinners and tasting events. Guest chefs who appeared last year included Tory McPhail of Commander’s Palace, Rock Harper of “Hell’s Kitchen,†Robert Irvine from Food Network’s “Dinner Impossible,†plus Jeff Henderson, Todd English, Warren Brown, Mary Meyers, Jamie Deen, Iron Chef Cat Cora and many other culinary stars.  This year’s lineup currently is being booked.</div>
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<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span>·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';">        </span></span>New culinary programs to feature Celebration Dinners, Culinary Adventure Signature Dining and Celebrating Family and Friends in the Kitchen. Popular returning events include French Regional Lunches at Bistro de Paris in the France pavilion, Epcot Wine Schools, Food and Wine Pairings and Sweet Sundays.</div>
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<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span>·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';">        </span></span>The weekly Party for the Senses grand tasting event with tempting bites from eminent chefs, more than 50 wines and beers and live entertainment.</div>
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<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.25in;"> <br />Festival guests can enjoy free admission on their birthdays as well as fresh Epcot experiences including the re-launched Spaceship Earth attraction in Future World and the high-tech, ultra-interactive Disney’s Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure. Also in World Showcase, several new and updated restaurants welcome guests: at the Italy pavilion, Tutto Italia, with cuisine from different regions of Italy; at the Japan pavilion, Tokyo Dining and Teppan Edo restaurants; and at the China showcase, the redesigned Nine Dragons with a new menu. </div>
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<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-size: larger;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Included with Epcot Admission:</span></span></span></strong></span><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 130%;"><br /></span></span></strong>Samuel Adams beer seminars, Authentic Taste seminars and Authors without Borders programs with special book signings at the Festival Center, Eat to the Beat! concerts, culinary and cultural adventures, and all attractions and park entertainment are included with regular Epcot admission.<br /> </div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0in;"><span style="font-size: larger;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="line-height: 130%;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Special Programming by Reservation:</span></span></span></strong></span>         <br />The Party for the Senses grand tasting events, Food and Wine Pairings at select Epcot restaurants, Signature Dining, Epcot Wine Schools, Sweet Sundays, and other special wine and culinary programs require reservations and separate event admission.</div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0in;">Contact Small World Vacations, Authorized Disney Vacation Planners, at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a> for a price quote for your Disney vacation today!</div>
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<description><p><img src="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/Staticfiles/DTA-Domestic/images/ABD/StorybookKingdoms_220.jpg" alt="" align="right" /><strong>Adventures by Disney</strong> is pleased to offer departures during some of the most joyful times of the year! Holiday itineraries are designed to give you more time to focus on your family and to avoid the hassles that often accompany the holiday season. Whether you share a Thanksgiving meal in the City of Lights or stroll the festive streets of London,  you wi'll create incredible family memories that will last a lifetime.</p>
<p>So start the New Year marveling at the ancient wonders of Peru's Machu Picchu or venturing on an exciting safari in South Africa. Or discover the fabels of Germany where the legend of Sinter Klaus was born!</p>
<p><strong>2009 Holiday Departure Dates</strong></p>
<p><strong>Fall Holiday Departures</strong>:</p>
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<li>Cities of Knights &amp; Lights: 11/24/09 </li>
<li>Path to Pura Vida: 11/21/09 </li>
<li>Discovery Down Under: 11/21/09 </li>
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<p><strong>Winter Holiday Departures</strong>:</p>
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<li>Gateway to the Galapagos: 12/19/09 </li>
<li>Path to Pura Vida: 12/20/09 </li>
<li>Cities of Knights &amp; Lights: 12/20/09, 12/28/09 </li>
<li>Backstage Magic: 12/28/09 </li>
<li>Once Upon a Fairytale: 12/20/09 </li>
<li>Viva Italia: 12/20/09 </li>
<li>Safari to South Africa: 12/21/09 </li>
<li>Discovery Down Under: 12/22/09, 12/29/09 </li>
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<p>View <a title="Promotional Flier" href="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/2009Product/ABDHoliday09.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #810081;">Promotional Flier</span></span></a> <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Adobe PDF)</span> </p>
<p>Contact Small World Vacations at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a> for your free price quote today!</p></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 04:14:11 GMT</pubDate>
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<p>U.S. Military Personnel and Florida Residents can now experience a magical Disney cruise vacation for less. While onboard, they'll experience spectacular shows, fantastic programs, unique rotation dining, legendary Disney hospitality and an unforgettable adventure in paradise at Disney's own private island, <a href="/portal/site/dta-domestic/menuitem.89fbb71b557763ec991be110c3c80ca0/?vgnextoid=8dbc659095285010VgnVCM100000170217acRCRD"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Castaway Cay</span></span></a>. These rates are valid through<strong> August 2, 2009.</strong></p>
<p>View <a title="Florida Resident Flier" href="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/2006Product/Q1DCL06FallFlResOffer.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Florida Resident Flier</span></span></a> <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Adobe PDF)<br /></span>View <a href="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/2006Product/Q1DCL06FallMilitaryOffer.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Military Flier</span></span></a> <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Adobe PDF)</span></p>
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<p align="center"><strong>Florida Resident Rates*:<br />These rates limited to 50 staterooms per Sailing</strong></p>
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<td colspan="2" align="center"><span style="font-size: x-small;">9/10/2009</span></td>
<td colspan="3" align="center"><span style="font-size: x-small;">$599 (per person, 1st/2nd)</span></td>
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<td colspan="2" align="center"><span style="font-size: x-small;">8/23/2009</span></td>
<td colspan="3" align="center"><span style="font-size: x-small;">$699 (per person, 1st/2nd)</span></td>
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<td colspan="2" align="center"><span style="font-size: x-small;">9/12/2009</span></td>
<td colspan="3" align="center"><span style="font-size: x-small;">$699 (per person, 1st/2nd)</span></td>
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<p align="center">Other Sail Dates may be available:<br />3-Night Bahamian Cruise: 8/06/09, 8/13/09<br />4-Night Bahamian Cruise: 8/02/09, 8/09/09</p>
<p align="left">These offers can be booked online or via GDS using promotional code FLR.<br /><em>* Rates based on double occupancy. Occupancy restrictions may apply. Government Taxes and Fees and excursions are not included. See Disney Cruise Line® brochure for details and applicable terms and conditions. Other discounts do not apply. Only one discount may be used at a time. Rates in U.S. dollars.</em></p>
<p align="left"><em>Proof of Florida Residency required at check-in for Guests utilizing the Florida Resident Rate.</em></p>
<p align="center"><strong>Military Rates*:<br />These rates are limited to 50 staterooms per Category</strong></p>
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<td colspan="2" align="center"><span style="font-size: x-small;">9/10/2009</span></td>
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<td colspan="2" align="center"><span style="font-size: x-small;">8/23/2009</span></td>
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<td colspan="3" align="center"><span style="font-size: x-small;">$699 (per person, 1st/2nd)</span></td>
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<td colspan="2" width="55%" align="center" bgcolor="#e0e0e0"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong>7-Night Eastern Sail Dates: Tortola</strong></span></td>
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<td colspan="2" align="center"><span style="font-size: x-small;">10/24/2009</span></td>
<td colspan="3" align="center"><span style="font-size: x-small;">$699 (per person, 1st/2nd)</span></td>
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<td colspan="3" align="center"><span style="font-size: x-small;">$1,099 (per person, 1st/2nd)</span></td>
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<td colspan="2" align="center"><span style="font-size: x-small;">11/07/2009</span></td>
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<p align="center">Other Sail Dates may be available:<br />3-Night Bahamian Cruise: 8/06/09, 8/13/09, 8/20/09<br />4-Night Bahamian Cruise: 8/02/09, 8/09/09, 8/23/09, 8/30/09, 11/25/09<br />7-Night Caribbean Cruise: 9/19/09, 10/10/09, 11/14/09</p>
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<p>These offers can be booked online or via GDS using the following Promotional Codes:</p>
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<li>Military Offer Promotional Code: MTO </li>
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<p><em>* Rates based on double occupancy. Occupancy restrictions may apply. Government Taxes and Fees and excursions are not included. See Disney Cruise Line® brochure for details and applicable terms and conditions. Other discounts do not apply. Only one discount may be used at a time. Rates in U.S. dollars.</em></p>
<p><em>Active and retired members of the U.S. military must fax valid identification within 48 hours of booking to 407-566-7739.</em></p>
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<description><p>The timing couldn’t be better for a 4th Night FREE!* Two of <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort’s most magical seasons are just around the corner - Halloween Time and Holidays at the <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort‡. With this special offer, your Clients will have an extra night to take it all in!</p>
<p><strong>Offer Details</strong>:<br />Now through December 24, 2009, you will receive a 4th Night FREE when you buy a 3-night Walt Disney Travel Company <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort vacation package with tickets at a participating <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort Good Neighbor Hotel.</p>
<p><strong>Each Package includes</strong>:</p>
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<li>Minimum 4-night hotel accommodations (includes 1 free night), 3-day <strong>Park Hopper</strong>® souvenir ticket††</li>
<li>Mickey’s Toontown Morning Madness** - Enjoy some fun and games with Mickey and friends before Toontown opens to the rest of their Guests. (Includes one Scavenger Hunt map per person) </li>
<li>Preferred seating at select attractions in <strong>Disney’s California Adventure</strong>® Park </li>
<li><strong>Downtown Disney</strong>® District Fun Card featuring special savings and values at select locations </li>
<li>BONUS! Your Clients receive a “Welcome†call from a Disney Pal when you book their package online (one per package) </li>
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<p><strong>Participating Good Neighbor Hotels</strong>:</p>
<p>• Anaheim Fairfield Inn<br />• Anaheim Marriott Suites<br />• Anaheim Marriott<br />• Best Western Raffles Inn &amp; Suites<br />• Carousel Inn &amp; Suites<br />• Clarion Hotel Anaheim Resort<br />• Cortona Inn &amp; Suites<br />• Courtyard By Marriott<br />• Crown Plaza Anaheim Resort<br />• Dana Inn Mission Bay (San Diego)<br />• Days Inn Hotel (San Diego)<br />• Desert Palms Hotel &amp; Suites<br />• Embassy Suites Anaheim North<br />• Embassy Suites South<br />• Holiday Inn Hotel &amp; Suites<br />• Hotel Ménage<br />• Howard Johnson<br />• Hilton Anaheim<br />• Hyatt Regency Hotel<br />• Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate<br />• Pacific Terrace Hotel (San Diego)<br />• Portofino Inn &amp; Suites<br />• Red Lion Anaheim<br />• Staybridge Suites</p>
<p><em>*Valid for travel on select dates through 12/24/09, subject to availability. Upon a minimum three (3) paid consecutive-nights’ stay at a participating <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort Good Neighbor hotel, a fourth (4th) free night will be added and must be consecutive to the three (3) nights stayed. Limited to one (1) free night per package/reservation. Qualifying packages include a 3-Day<strong> Disneyland</strong>® Resort <strong>Park Hopper</strong>® souvenir ticket. Offer, including package elements and prices, is subject to availability, and advance reservations are required.</em></p>
<p><em>**Entitlement available for morning throughout the length of your ticket on Monday, Wednesday, Friday or Saturday and days and times are subject to change without notice.</em></p>
<p><em>††The tickets expire 13 days after first use or 1/17/10, whichever occurs first, and each day of use of a ticket constitutes one (1) full day of use. Tickets may not be sold or transferred for commercial use. All offers, events, tickets, age ranges, services, attractions and entertainment may be seasonal and are subject to change without notice.</em></p>
<p><em>‡Halloween Time (9/25/09 – 11/1/09). Holidays at<strong> </strong>the<strong> Disneyland</strong>® Resort (11/13/09 – 1/3/10)</em></p>
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<p>When you stay 2-nights or longer at a participating <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort Good Neighbor Hotel, you will receive a third night free. Bring your family and friends and celebrate in both Theme Parks - <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Park and <strong>Disney’s California Adventure</strong>® Park.</p>
<p>And to make your celebration even more magical, Walt Disney Travel Company vacation packages offer a great price, outstanding service, plus magical package extras.</p>
<p>Package includes:</p>
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<li>3-Night Hotel accommodations (includes one free hotel night stay) and a 3-Day <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort <strong>Park Hopper</strong>® souvenir ticket‡ </li>
<li>Mickey’s Toontown Morning Madness‡‡—Enjoy some fun and games with Mickey and his friends one hour before Toontown opens to the rest of their Guests </li>
<li>Preferred seating at select attractions in <strong>Disney’s California Adventure</strong>® Park </li>
<li><strong>Downtown Disney</strong>® District Fun Card—Enjoy exclusive dining and shopping discounts throughout the <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort </li>
<li>Collectable pin &amp; lanyard, luggage tag, souvenir ticket and more! </li>
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<p><a title="View all participating Good Neighbor Hotels" href="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/2009Product/DLR/DLR3rdNTFreeHotels.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">View all participating Good Neighbor Hotels</span></span></a> <span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Adobe PDF)</span> </p>
<p><em>Valid for arrivals from 1/29/09 through 1/2/10. Blockout dates apply. Upon a minimum two (2) paid consecutive nights’ stay at a participating hotel, a third (3th) free night will be added and must be consecutive to the two (2) nights stayed. Limited to one (1) free night per package/reservation. ‡Qualifying packages include a 3-Day <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort <strong>Park Hopper</strong>® souvenir ticket.  First day of use must occur on or before 1/29/09. Tickets expire thirteen (13) days after first use or 1/17/10, whichever occurs first, and each day of use of a ticket constitutes one full day of use. Tickets may not be sold or transferred for commercial use. All offers, events, tickets, age ranges, services, attractions and entertainment may be seasonal and are subject to change without notice. Offer, including package elements and prices, is subject to availability, advance reservations required. ‡‡Entitlement available for one morning throughout the length of your ticket on Monday, Wednesday, Friday or Saturday, and days and times are subject to change without notice. Blockout Dates and other restrictions apply. Not valid with any other discounts or promotions.</em></p>
<h4>Get your no obligation price quote at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a></h4>
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<p>Enjoy special savings, fabulous festivals and holiday excitement at the <strong>Walt Disney World</strong>® Resort with these special room-only rates.</p>
<p>Save 35% at select Disney Moderate Resorts with this great offer. Just $109 per night, plus tax for stays most nights <strong>Oct. 4 - Nov. 24</strong> and <strong>Nov. 29 -<br />Dec. 24</strong>, in a standard room. Plus, there are more great rates at other resort categories.</p>
<p><strong>Booking Window</strong>:<br />July 27 - Sept. 26, 2009</p>
<p><strong>Sample Pricing for stays most nights Oct. 4 - Nov. 24, 2009</strong>:</p>
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<li>Select <strong>Disney Value Resorts</strong>: <strong>$74 per night, plus tax</strong> in a standard room </li>
<li>Select <strong>Disney Moderate Resorts</strong>: <strong>$109 per night, plus tax</strong> in a standard room </li>
<li>Select <strong>Disney Deluxe Resorts</strong>: <strong>$179 per night, plus tax</strong> in a standard room at <strong>Disney’s Animal Kingdom</strong> Lodge or <strong>Disney’s Wilderness</strong> Lodge </li>
<li>Select <strong>Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts</strong>: <strong>$199 per night, plus tax</strong> in a studio room at <strong>Disney’s Saratoga Springs</strong> Resort and Spa or <strong>Disney’s Old Key West</strong> Resort </li>
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<p>Ask about other great rates for stays most nights Nov. 29 - Dec. 24, 2009. You can add dining to this discount.</p>
<p><em>*The number of rooms available at these rates is limited. Minimum length of stay requirements may apply for Friday or Saturday arrivals. Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room. Additional per-adult charges apply if more than two adults per room. No group rates or other discounts apply. Advance reservations required.</em></p>
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<p>You can enjoy the last rays of summer or the first blush of fall at the <strong>Walt Disney World</strong>® Resort with these special room-only rates.</p>
<p>Save 35% at select Disney Moderate Resorts with this great offer. Just $96 per night, plus tax for stays most nights <strong>Aug. 9 - Aug. 18</strong>, <strong>Aug. 22 - Sept. 23</strong> and <strong>Sept. 27 - Oct. 3, 2009</strong>, in a standard room. Plus, there are more great rates at other resort categories. Book through Aug. 8, 2009.</p>
<p><strong>Booking Window</strong>:<br />June 25 - Aug. 8, 2009</p>
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<li>Select <strong>Disney Value Resorts</strong>:<strong> $94 per night, plus tax,</strong> for stays most nights July 22- Aug 8<strong> </strong>and<strong> $69 per night, plus tax,</strong> for stays most nights Aug. 8 - Aug. 17, 2009 and Aug. 22 - Oct. 3, 2009 in a standard room </li>
<li>Select <strong>Disney Moderate Resorts</strong>: <strong>$124 per night, plus tax,</strong> for stays most nights July 22-Aug 8 and <strong>$96 per night, plus tax,</strong> for stays most nights Aug. 9 - 18, 2009, Aug. 22 - Sept. 23, 2009 and Sept. 27 -<br />Oct 3, 2009 in a standard room </li>
<li>Select <strong>Disney Deluxe Resorts</strong>:<strong> $164 per night, plus tax,</strong> for stays most nights July 22- Aug 8 and <strong>$149 per night, plus tax,</strong> for stays most nights Aug. 9 - Aug. 10, 2009, Aug. 15, 2009, Aug. 28 -<br />Sept. 24, 2009 and Sept. 28 - Oct. 3, 2009 in a standard room </li>
<li>Select <strong>Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts</strong>: <strong>$209 per night, plus tax,</strong> for stays most nights July 22- Aug 8 and <strong>$169 per night, plus tax,</strong> for stays most nights Aug. 9 - Oct. 3, 2009 in a studio room </li>
<li>Cabins at<em> </em><strong><em>Disney’s Fort Wilderness</em> Resort &amp; Campground</strong>: <strong>$189 per night, plus tax,</strong> for stays most night July 22- Aug 8 and <strong>$169 per night, plus tax,</strong> for stays most nights Aug. 9 - Aug. 15, 2009, Aug. 22 - Sept. 16, 2009, Sept. 20 - Sept. 23, 2009 and Sept. 30 - Oct. 3, 2009</li>
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<p><em>*The number of rooms available at these rates is limited. Minimum length of stay requirements may apply for Friday or Saturday arrivals. Savings are based on the non-discounted price for the same room. Additional per-adult charges apply if more than two adults per room. No group rates or other discounts apply. Advance reservations required</em></p>
<p>Get your no-obligation price quote at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a></p>
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<p><strong>It’s a <em>Disneyland</em>® Resort offer as exciting as the summer itself!</strong></p>
<p><img src="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/Featured%20Offer/DLR032409_220.jpg" alt="" align="right" />Your next Disney vacation could be the summer of a lifetime! With this incredible offer of extra nights, you can celebrate the magic of summer with a <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort vacation you’ll never forget.</p>
<p><strong>Offer Details:</strong></p>
<p>Now through Sept. 26, 2009, you can get 2 extra hotel nights—plus 2 extra days of Theme Park admission—FREE* with the purchase of a 3-night or longer Walt Disney Travel Company <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort vacation package.</p>
<p><strong>Booking and Travel Window:</strong></p>
<p>For guests staying at one of the Hotels of the <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort</p>
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<li>Booking Window: Mar. 24, 2009 – Aug. 11, 2009 </li>
<li>Travel Window: Apr. 1, 2009 – Sep. 26, 2009 </li>
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<p>For guests staying at a <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort Good Neighbor Hotel</p>
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<li>Booking Window: Mar. 24, 2009 – Aug. 11, 2009 </li>
<li>Travel Window: May 1, 2009 – Sep. 26, 2009 </li>
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<p><strong>Each Package Includes:</strong></p>
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<li>5-Nights accommodations at one of the Hotels of the <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort or at a conveniently located <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort Good Neighbor Hotel </li>
<li>5-Day <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort <strong>Park Hopper</strong>® souvenir ticket </li>
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<p><strong>Plus, These Special Benefits:</strong></p>
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<li>Mickey’s Toontown Morning Madness** - Your clients can enjoy fun and games with Mickey and his friends one hour before Toontown opens to the public </li>
<li><strong>Downtown Disney</strong>® District Fun Card – Add more fun to clients’ shopping, dining, and entertainment experiences with special offers (one per person) </li>
<li>Preferred Seating – Available at select attractions in <strong>Disney’s California Adventure</strong>® Park </li>
<li>Disney Character Calls – Get a complimentary phone call from Mickey, Minnie or Goofy. (This is an extra benefit for online bookings only) </li>
<li> Plus More!</li>
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<p>Get your no obligation price quote at <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a></p>
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<p><em>*Offer is valid for bookings from 3/24/09 through 8/11/09 and for arrivals from 5/1/09 though 9/26/09 with travel being completed by 10/1/09. Upon the purchase of a 3-night package, with 3-Day <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort <strong>Park Hopper</strong>® souvenir tickets, at a participating hotel, two (2) consecutive free nights will be added to the hotel stay and two (2) days added to the tickets. Limited to two (2) free nights per package/reservation and not valid for previously booked rooms. Check for offers associated with longer night stays. The <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort <strong>Park Hopper</strong>® souvenir tickets expire 13 days after first day of use or 10/13/09, whichever occurs first, and each day of use constitutes one full day of use. Tickets may not be sold or transferred for commercial purposes. Offers subject to availability and blockout dates; advance reservations required. Not valid with any other discount or promotion. Subject to restrictions and change without notice. **Entitlement available for one morning throughout the length of your ticket on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, or Saturday, and days and times are subject to change without notice. Restrictions apply. ©Disney</em></p>
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<p>Great news! Book a Disney vacation package with hotel and Theme Park tickets and get the Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan FREE!</p>
<p><img src="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/Featured%20Offer/072709_220.jpg" alt="" align="right" /><strong>Offer Details</strong>:<br />Purchase a 5-night, 5-day<br /><strong>Walt Disney Travel Company</strong> package for the <strong>Walt Disney World</strong>® Resort, with accommodations for five nights at a select <strong>Disney Value Resort</strong> in a standard room and<br />a 5-day <strong>Magic Your Way</strong> Base Ticket, and get the <a title="Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan" href="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/pdf/2009Product/2009QuickService.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan</span></span></a><span style="font-size: xx-small;"> (Adobe PDF)</span> free.</p>
<p><strong>Booking and Travel Window</strong>:</p>
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<li>Booking Window: Now – Sept. 26, 2009 </li>
<li>Travel Window: Offer available for stays most nights Sept. 29 – Nov. 24 and Nov. 29 – Dec. 17, 2009 </li>
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<p><strong>Sample Pricing</strong>:</p>
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<li>$535 per adult based on adult double occupancy for stays most nights Oct. 2 – Nov. 24, 2009. That’s a savings of 22%*! </li>
<li>$470 per adult based on adult double occupancy for stays most nights Sept. 29 – Oct. 1 and Nov. 29 – Dec. 17, 2009. That’s a savings of<br />24%*! </li>
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<p>Ask your Small World Vacations agent about other package offers with the Disney Dining Plan at select Disney Moderate Resorts, select Disney Deluxe Resorts and select Disney Deluxe Villa Resort Hotels.</p>
<p><em>*The number of packages available at this rate is limited. Savings based on non-discounted price for the same room. Tickets valid for one theme park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. No group rates or other discounts apply. Advance reservations required</em></p>
<p><em>Go to <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a> for a free price quote! </em></p>
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<p><img src="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/What's%20New/2009/ABDAdults_220.jpg" alt="" align="right" />Take the vacation of a lifetime for adults only! Marvel as you stroll through the breathtaking wilderness of Alaska, promenade along the cobblestone streets of Florence, sample local wines or explore ancient castles with <strong>Adventures by Disney</strong>. These unique “Adult-Only†trips are designed with mature guests in mind and feature the impeccable service and exquisite attention to detail that only <strong>Adventures by Disney</strong> can offer.</p>
<p>Experience all of the excitement of the traditional itineraries, plus the following enhancements, crafted specifically to appeal to Guests 18 and older:</p>
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<li>Meals at venues specifically designed for adults </li>
<li>Later dinner times for some meals </li>
<li>Adjusted amenities to avoid Junior Adventurer-specific activities </li>
<li>Presentations by local experts focused on adult interests </li>
<li>Adult-oriented versions of Junior Adventurer collateral and activities. </li>
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<p>Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway, a relaxing reunion or anything in-between, <strong>Adventures by Disney</strong> offers an “Adult-Only†trip sure to suit your tastes. These trips offer all of the magic, cultural experiences and VIP treatment available on traditional itineraries but feature unique ways for you to take a grown-up vacation.</p>
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<p><strong>Southwest Splendors</strong><br />Arizona &amp; Utah: Sedona, Grand Canyon, Moab<br />Sept 26 – Oct. 3<br />Oct. 10–17 </p>
<p><strong>Once Upon a Fairytale<br /></strong>Germany: Heidelberg, Trendelburg, Rothenburg, Munich<br />Sept. 25 – Oct. 3 </p>
<p><strong>Backstage Magic</strong><br />California: Hollywood, The <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort<br />Sept. 22–27<br />Oct. 20–25<br />Nov. 10–15<br />Dec. 8–13 </p>
<p><strong>Alpine Magic<br /></strong>Italy &amp; Switzerland: Stresa, Zermatt, Lake Lucerne<br />Sept. 6–14 </p>
<p><strong>Taming the Last Frontier<br /></strong>Alaska: Fairbanks, Denali National Park, Kenai Peninsula<br />Sept. 2–9 </p>
<p><strong>Viva Italia</strong><br />Italy: Rome, Tuscany, Venice<br />Sept. 21–29<br />Oct. 8–16 </p>
<p><strong>Sacred Valleys &amp; Incan Cities</strong><br />Peru: Lima, Sacred Valley, Cusco<br />Sept. 22–30<br />Oct. 6–14 </p>
<p><strong>Bella Italia</strong><br />Central Italy: Sorrento and Florence<br />Sept. 28 – Oct. 5<br />Oct. 9–16 </p>
<p><strong>Cities of Knights &amp; Lights</strong><br />England &amp; France: London, Paris<br />Sept. 25 – Oct. 1 </p>
<p><strong>Enchanted China<br /></strong>China: Beijing, Chengdu, Guilin, Shanghai, Hong Kong<br />Oct. 11–23 </p>
<p><strong>Flavors of France</strong><br />France: Aix-En-Provence, Paris<br />Oct. 4–10 </p>
<p><strong>Safari to South Africa<br /></strong>South Africa: Cape Town, The Garden Route and Kapama Game Reserve<br />Oct. 5–16 </p>
<p><strong>The Emerald Isle</strong><br />Ireland: Dublin, Killarney, Shannon<br />Sept. 19–26<br />Oct. 3–10 </p>
<p><strong>Discovery Down Under</strong><br />Australia: North Queensland, Ayers Rock, Sydney<br />Sept. 5–14 </p>
<p><strong>Storybook Kingdoms<br /></strong>Czech Republic &amp; Austria: Prague, Salzburg, Vienna<br />Sept. 27 – Oct. 4</p>
<p> Contact <a href="http://www.SmallWorldVacations.com">www.SmallWorldVacations.com</a> for a free price quote today!</p>
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<p><img src="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/What's%20New/2009/SummerNightastic_220.jpg" alt="" align="right" />You can see the <strong>Disneyland</strong>® Resort in a whole new light as SUMMER NIGHTASTIC! generates high-energy excitement, now through Aug. 23, 2009. This special summertime event features favorite nighttime entertainment re-imagined with spectacular, state-of-the-art effects – plus an all-new fireworks show!</p>
<p>Watch in awe as <strong>Fantasmic!</strong> ignites the night with awesome new, lifelike creatures – like a 40 ft.-tall, fire-breathing dragon – and amazing HD animation that practically leaps off the giant mist screens!</p>
<p>Brighten the night with a more-dazzling-than-ever <strong>Disney’s Electrical Parade</strong>, led by Tinker Bell in a brand-new scene, and with two classic scenes making their triumphant return!</p>
<p>Celebrate Disney “magic makers†with <strong>Magical</strong>, a breathtaking, all-new fireworks spectacular. Bursts of vivid color and brilliant visual effects dance in the sky as beloved Disney songs fill the air.</p>
<p>Get the party on at the <strong>TLT Dance Club</strong>. From sundown to Park closing, seven nights a week, <strong>Tomorrowland</strong> is home to one of the summer’s hottest dance venues – hosted by local radio DJs on weekdays, and featuring live bands on the weekends!</p>
<p>Follow the twinkling trail to <strong>Pixie Hollow</strong>, where every quarter-hour Tinker Bell and her Disney Fairy friends unite their hidden talents in a sparkling, twinkling light show.</p>
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<p>Beginning in early July 2009, you will have the opportunity to experience “DIANA -The People’s Princess,†located at <strong>Downtown Disney</strong>® West Side at the <strong>Walt Disney World</strong>® Resort. This limited-time experience showcases the life and story of Princess Diana, one of the most iconic and inspirational figures in recent history, including a sampling of the royal dresses Diana chose to auction for charity and hundreds of authentic artifacts relating to her life.</p>
<p>Located in a 17,500-square-foot setting at <strong>Downtown Disney</strong> West Side adjacent to <strong>DisneyQuest</strong>®, this unique exhibition is one of the largest collections of royal dresses and rare artifacts ever assembled for an American audience. The exhibit includes five rarely seen royal dresses worn by Princess Diana.</p>
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<li>The wedding Breakfast booklet containing guest names and two tickets to observe the bride and bridegroom before and following the wedding ceremony in the quadrangle at Buckingham Palace and Clarence House </li>
<li>The Black Velvet "V" Neck gown designed by Bruce Oldfield and worn by Diana for her official royal portrait in 1985 </li>
<li>Three-foot-tall doll of Diana as a young girl, released by the Great American Doll Company in 1998 as a tribute </li>
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<p>Admission is US $14.50 (ages 10 and above) and US $5 (ages 3-9). You may purchase tickets at the exhibit, which is scheduled to run through Nov. 30, 2009. Hours are 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. daily.</p>
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<p><img src="http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/images/What's%20New/2009/PresidentObama_220.jpg" alt="" align="right" />A remarkably lifelike <strong>Audio-Animatronics</strong> figure of President Barack Obama enters the spotlight in a revised and refreshed <strong>Hall of Presidents</strong> show that recently reopened in the <strong>Magic Kingdom</strong>® Park at the <strong>Walt Disney World</strong>® Resort.</p>
<p>The figure of the country’s 44th chief executive – which comes to life with recognizable mannerisms and makes comments that were recorded at the White House – is only part of a makeover so significant that the iconic attraction in the park’s Liberty Square has been retitled <strong>The Hall of Presidents</strong>: <strong>A Celebration of Liberty’s Leaders</strong>.</p>
<p>Click here to <a id="nostrip" onclick="popUp('http://www.disneytravelagents.com/StaticFiles/DTA-Domestic/Flash/WhatsNew/ObamaHallOfPresidents.html','340','275','340','240','0','0','0','0','0','0')" href="javascript:;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">view the behind-the-scenes video</span></span></a> of President Obama recording his voice for <strong>The Hall of Presidents</strong>.</p>
<p>Other updates to the “re-Imagineered†attraction which has been entertaining <strong>Magic Kingdom</strong> Park Guests since 1971:</p>
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<li>A re-programmed Abraham Lincoln delivers arguably the greatest speech in the history of the presidency – the Gettysburg Address. </li>
<li>For the first time in the attraction’s history, George Washington stands and delivers a stirring speech. </li>
<li>Developed with the assistance of Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Doris Kearns Goodwin, the show now tells a moving story of the bond between the presidents and “We, the People,†focusing on the chief executives who have guided America through trying, turbulent times. </li>
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<p>"Our goal with every major Disney attraction is to completely immerse our Guests in a compelling story," said Jay Rasulo, Chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. "The stories associated with the American presidency are some of the most engaging and relevant our Guests will hear while they are with us. And, like all great stories, these stories inspire, motivate and teach us to appreciate the challenges and personal triumph that comes with overcoming adversity."</p>
<p>True to Walt Disney’s vision, <strong>The Hall of Presidents</strong> features the appearance on stage of every United States president - life-sized, three-dimensional and fully animated. Seven presidents have been added to the "Hall" since the attraction opened during the presidency of Richard Nixon.</p>
<p>The figure of President Barack Obama is not only the seventh addition but also the most dynamic figure Disney has ever created. Disney Imagineers, who’ve been refining <strong>Audio-Animatronics</strong> technology since 1963, have discovered new ways to integrate an array of subtle movements and facial expressions into the figures. Imagineers also worked closely with White House staff to create realistic clothing and accessories worn by the Obama figure in the show, right down to a lapel pin and watch.</p>
<p>Imagineers enhanced the soundtrack with digital production and state-of-the-art speakers; they also upgraded the lighting with energy-efficient LED technology.</p>
<p>Presentations of <strong>The Hall of Presidents</strong> show takes place daily and are included with <strong>Magic Kingdom</strong> Park admission.</p>
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<p>Reservations are required and may be made by calling (407) WDW-DINE.  Payment is required at the time of booking. The price is US $17.99 for adults (ages 10 and above) and US $9.99 for children (ages 3-9).</p>
<p>The Fireworks Dessert Party is open to Guests one hour prior to the nighttime spectacular. Admission to <strong>Magic Kingdom</strong> Park is required.</p>
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<li>Offered during second dining in any of the main dining rooms - <strong><em>Animator’s Palate</em></strong>, <strong><em>Lumieres</em></strong>, <strong><em>Tritons</em></strong> and <strong><em>Parrot Cay</em></strong>. </li>
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<p>Here's how it works: You arrive in the dining room and inform your server that your child would like to participate in Dine and Play. The dining room team brings the child's meal first while serving the adults at a more leisurely pace.</p>
<p>About 45 minutes after seating begins, Youth Activities Counselors arrive in the dining room and sign in your child to their respective groups in <strong>Disney's Oceaneer Club</strong> or <strong>Disney's Oceaneer Lab</strong>, eliminating the need for you to escort your child to Deck 5.</p>
<p>You are then able to enjoy the full dining experience with the knowledge that your child is having a great time in a safe, fun and comfortable environment. Everyone is happy!</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Next, create a daily itinerary including which park you will tour and where you plan to eat. This link to the Walt Disney World park hours is useful when scheduling your days; <a href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/calendars/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/calendars/</span></span></a> </span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Be ready to book your preferred dining locations online at 6:00 am EST, exactly 90 days from the day you check-in at </span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><a title="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/restaurants" href="http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/restaurants"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #800080;">http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/restaurants</span></span></a> Click on the “Book Your Reservation†link in orange.<strong> </strong>Booking online gives you a one hour jump over calling (407) WDW-DINE. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Click “retrieve your reservation.†Your Walt Disney World reservation confirmation # is necessary to book ADRs for 90 + 10 days from your arrival date. DO NOT click the “disassociate your reservation†tab. If you do, you will only be able to book one day at 90 days in advance and your ADRs will not be tied to your vacation reservation.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Once Disney loads your reservation information, you will see your check-in date in a rectangular box. Click on the calendar symbol, and your check-in date will be highlighted in orange. The total number of days that you are able to book ADRs will be highlighted in blue. If you are flexible, click the date range box, and Disney will search for dining availability for up to five days </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Have a credit card ready for Cinderella’s Royal Table, Princess Storybook meals in Epcot, California Grille in the Contemporary, Hoop Dee Doo Revue, Spirit of Aloha Luau and Mickey’s Backyard BBQ. If you are on the Dining Plan, you should not pay for the dinner shows. Disney will only charge your card if you don’t cancel on time (24 – 48 hours depending on location). Call (407) WDW-DINE or your travel agent if you have questions.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">You might find more availability if you try to book your ADRs at quarter past or quarter to the hour, instead of on the hour (i.e., 9:15 am instead of 9:00 am).<br /><br /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">If you can’t get an ADR for one of the more popular locations such as Cinderella’s Royal Table, keep trying each day at the 90 day mark. It is rumored that Disney opens up more tables exactly 90 days prior to the day you want to dine.<br /><br /></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Toward the end of your vacation, you might find better availability for the more popular locations such as Chef Mickey’s, Cinderella’s Royal Table, Le Cellier and 1900 Park Fare. This is because people arriving before you whose vacation overlaps your stay grabbed those ADRs during their 90 + 10 window.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">It is often easy to get ADRs at the Disney resorts at lunch time. This is a great way to take a break from the parks: go back to your hotel, eat lunch and enjoy the pool or take a nap.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Print out a list of your ADR confirmation numbers. Bring it with you to each dining location. Better safe than sorry.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Note: at this time, the Fantasmic! Dinner Package, Victoria and Albert and certain specialty dining experiences are not bookable online and must be arranged by calling Disney Dining at (407) WDW-DINE.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">If arranging your ADRs is overwhelming, Small World Vacations agents can help. We brainstorm with you. We know how to maximize the value of the features of your vacation package. In fact, if you book your Magic Your Way Plus Dining reservation package with Small World Vacations, your agent will set up your requested Advance Dining Reservations, based on availability. Learn more about our free services at <a href="/go/small-world-vacations"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="color: #800080;">http://www.smallworldvacations.com/go/small-world-vacations</span></span></a></span></p>
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<p>LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Trees glisten, snow flurries and Cinderella Castle sparkles during the winter wonderland season at Walt Disney World Resort.  By late November, themed décor will blanket the Vacation Kingdom as Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Downtown Disney and 23 resorts unwrap their own sleighfuls of yuletide cheer.<br /><br /><br />And with the year’s “What Will You Celebrate?,†guests can get in the spirit beginning <br />Nov. 10 by beholding twinkling lights of one of Disney’s newest holiday traditions – Castle Dreamlights! – in Magic Kingdom.  Donning their holiday finest, Cinderella and friends take to the Cinderella Castle stage daily for a dream-come-true, light-the-night moment. With 200,000 sparkling, jewel-like crystals adorning the iconic castle, the glistening light-show spectacular signals the beginning of Disney seasonal merriment. </p>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 15pt;"><strong><em><br />Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party</em></strong> <strong><em>at Magic Kingdom</em></strong> – Nov. 10 also marks the first of 19 select evenings when the theme park hosts the long-running Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. During this popular special-ticket event, guests are treated to “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade,†“Holiday Wishes-Celebrate the Spirit of the Season†fireworks spectacular plus special shows featuring Disney characters decked out in their holiday finest, carolers, festive tree lightings and more.</div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 15pt;"><br />The “Once Upon a Christmastime Parade†celebrates the festivities with dancing snowflakes, marching toy soldiers, a horse-drawn sleigh, enchanting floats and spirited characters all proceeding through the streets of the theme park in a merry and melodic cavalcade.</div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 15pt;"><br />During “Holiday Wishes-Celebrate the Spirit of the Season,†Cinderella Castle beams brightly as the evening is capped with eye-popping fireworks orchestrated to classic holiday tunes.</div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 15pt;"><br />Favorite attractions also are open throughout the evening.  And while forecasters predict the first snowfall of the season will swirl a winter-like effect down Main Street, U.S.A, guests can take heart: there’s hot cocoa and cookies to add a warm spirit, plus apple slices and apple juice as the perfect trimming for a not-to-miss outing for the whole family.</div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 15pt;"><br />Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party dates are: Nov. 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 29 and Dec. 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 18.  Advance tickets are suggested as some nights are expected to sell out. Advance tickets and information are available now by visiting <a href="http://www.disneyworld.com/"><span style="color: #014081;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.disneyworld.com</span></span></a> or by calling 407/W-DISNEY.</div>
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<div style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 15pt;"><strong><br />Beginning Nov. 27</strong>,Walt Disney World Resort unwraps even more wintertime wonderment across property.  Here’s the lineup:</div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 15pt;"><strong><em><br />Epcot Presents Holidays Around the World</em></strong> – International holiday traditions unfold throughout World Showcase Nov. 27-Dec. 30 when storytellers such as Pere Noel in France, La Befana in Italy and Santa Claus in The American Adventure share the traditions of the season and spread the message of goodwill. <span style="color: #000000;">As a “nightcap†to each day, “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth†– a kaleidoscope of lasers, lights, fireworks and music – takes on a spirited holiday finale.</span></div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 15pt;"><strong><em><br />Candlelight Processional at Epcot </em></strong><strong>– </strong>A heartfelt holiday tradition led by a mass choir and 50-piece live orchestra showcases the reason for the season Nov. 27-Dec. 30. Presented at America Gardens Theatre at 5, 6:45 and 8 p.m. nightly, Candlelight Processional features celebrity narrators who retell the joyous Christmas story. The narration is interspersed with memorable music.<strong> </strong>Past celebrity narrators include Angela Bassett, Courtney B. Vance, Abigail Breslin and Edward James Olmos.  Performances are included with Epcot admission, and guests are advised to arrive early.  Entertainment is subject to change without notice. <span style="color: #000000;">Special dining packages that include guaranteed seating for this beloved event also are offered by calling 407/WDW-DINE.</span></div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 15pt;"><strong><em><br />The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios – </em></strong>Bathed in bulbs of brilliance, the Streets of America glow with millions of dancing lights and animated displays Nov. 27 through Jan. 3, 2010.  Amid gently falling snow, guests will bask in the glow as twirling carousels, melodic angels, colorful wreaths, marching toy soldiers and Santa and his reindeer move to high-energy music and 3-D effects, creating a dazzling symphony for the senses.  The spectacle actually starts behind the scenes while the summer temperatures are still on the rise in Florida as dozens of Disney “elves†begin their meticulous work on more than six miles of rope lights, 84 angels, 66 snow machines and more.</div>
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<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 15pt;"><strong><em><br />Holiday</em></strong><strong><em> Happenings at Disney’s Animal Kingdom </em></strong>– “Mickey’s Jammin’ Jungle Parade†gets a holiday makeover Nov. 27 through Jan. 3, 2010, when it is magically transformed into “Mickey’s <em>Jingle</em> Jungle Parade.†This whimsical spectacle is a theatrical showcase of characters, floats and puppetry with a holiday world-beat twist. Guests can meet Disney characters decked out in their holiday best at Camp Minnie-Mickey, which also features live seasonal entertainment, holiday photo opportunities and decorative Christmas trees.</div>
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<div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 15pt;"><strong><em><br />Festival of the Seasons at Downtown Disney</em></strong> <a name="OLE_LINK2">–</a> There are enough toys to fill up Santa’s sleigh at stores such as Once Upon a Toy, World of Disney, Team Mickey Athletic Club and LEGO Imagination Center.  Guests can finish their holiday shopping at this one-stop mecca featuring something for everyone on their list – Tren-D, the newest designer boutique; Basin bath and body shop; Arribas Brothers; Disney’s Days of Christmas holiday shop; Fuego by Sosa Cigars and more– and enjoy the dazzling light display and holiday décor that adorns the Downtown Disney streets <br />Nov. 17-Dec. 24.  And at Downtown Disney Marketplace, guests can meet Santa himself Nov. 17-26 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Nov. 27-Dec. 24 from noon to 10 p.m. (subject to change).</div>
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<div style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 15pt;"><strong><em><br />Christmas</em></strong><strong><em> Confections Sweeten Vacation Kingdom</em></strong> – Each holiday season, Disney chefs deck the halls in fanciful fashion, creating larger-than-life displays from edible ingredients all across Walt Disney World Resort.  The sweet scent of gingerbread fills the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort &amp; Spa, where a life-sized Victorian gingerbread house is constructed for the holidays.  To create the 16-foot-high dream house, Walt Disney World pastry chefs use 1,050 pounds of honey, 600 pounds of powdered sugar, 800 pounds of flour, 140 pints of egg whites and 180 pounds of apricot glaze.  Meanwhile, at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, a life-size carousel silently spins in the lobby, featuring ponies made of <strong><span style="font-weight: normal;">chocolate and fondant</span></strong>, giant candy cane poles, handcrafted poinsettias and hand-painted portraits of famous Disney characters. </div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 15pt;"><strong><em><br />Sail Away to a Magical Winter Holiday with Disney Cruise Line</em></strong><strong> – </strong>For a gift that’s both nautical and nice, <a name="OLE_LINK3">Santa’s wish list could include a cruise on the Disney Magic or the Disney Wonder, both decked “to the rafters†with holiday cheer.</a>  From Thanksgiving through New Year’s, Disney Cruise Line adds sparkle to both ships, with traditional “turkey day†fare to Christmas feasts, “snow flurries†and New Year’s Eve galas.  Beginning Nov. 21, special stem-to-stern events on both ships include: nightly King Triton’s Tree Lighting of a glittering, three-deck-tall tree; family crafts such as decorating stockings, making holiday cards and creating animation cels; storytellers sharing tales of diverse holiday traditions; feasts in Disney’s three themed dining rooms; and “Til We Meet Again,†a special seasonal edition of Disney Cruise Line’s cheerful farewell on the final night of each cruise.</div>
<div style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; text-indent: 0.5in; line-height: 15pt;"><br />To make arrangements for a holiday vacation at Walt Disney World Resort, visit <a href="/"><span style="color: #014081;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.smallworldvacations.com</span></span></a>.</div></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 19:28:57 GMT</pubDate>
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<description><p><a href="http://www.wdwnews.com/ViewImage.aspx?ImageID=113307"> </a><img style="float: left; border: 1px solid black; margin: 5px;" src="http://208.112.67.143/blog/assets/content//Photos/PiratePhoto.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="225" /><span class="center">A PIRATE'S LIFE FOR ME!<br /><br /><br /></span><span class="center"><span class="alignleft">The Pirates League is the newest buccaneer adventure in the Magic Kingdom, featuring makeovers that turn theme park guests into savvy swashbucklers. Depending on the pirate package, a trained Pirate Master can transform boys, girls (ages 3 and up) and grownups into pirates, buccaneers and maidens using facial effects, fake scars, removable teeth, hats, bandanas and other costume accessories</span>. </span></p>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2009 18:58:49 GMT</pubDate>
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