The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been told by Disney Cruise Line that nearly 100 passengers and crew aboard the Disney Wonder have reported illness with symptoms similar to the Norovirus. The cruise ended Sunday and the ship had already begun increased… Read More »CDC monitoring Disney Wonder for Norovirus – nearly 100 sickened
While Disney’s two newer large ships are busy in the high profit region of the Bahamas, Disney Cruise Line is preparing to send its two original ships, Magic and Wonder, off to exciting ports for some much in-demand return trips. We just learned which ports… Read More »Disney Cruise Line sets 2016 ports for Wonder and Magic
Disney Cruise Line guests can expect a magical freeze on their next high seas vacation. Beginning summer 2015 guests will find themselves immersed in the animated hit “Frozen” with brand-new experiences inspired by the film, including a spectacular deck party, a three-song stage show production number, new character meet and greets, storybook adventures ashore and more.
Debuting this summer, on select Disney Magic and Disney Wonder sailings to Europe and Alaska, Disney Cruise Line guests are transported to the land of “Frozen” when the ship is transformed into a winter wonderland and a day of frozen fun culminates with an extravagant celebration with friends from the Kingdom of Arendelle.
On one special morning, guests will awake to discover a magical freeze has overtaken the atrium lobby with sparkling icicles adorning the grand staircase, resembling the majestic mountain-top ice palace of Queen Elsa.
Icy adventures and fun for the entire family throughout the day include all-new meet and greets and themed experiences:
The evening fun kicks off with “Freezing the Night Away with Anna, Elsa and Friends,” a family-friendly interactive deck party featuring the famous royal sisters of Arendelle and their fun-loving Nordic companions. By now, the freeze has spread to the upper decks of the ship, with giant snowflakes, icicles and snow-covered rocks.
The celebration begins with a high-energy line dance, set to the movie’s ice cutting scene, featuring the arrival of Kristoff, impressively twirling his ice picks, and Princess Anna.Read More »The Ocean Will Get Frozen on Disney Cruise Line
Congratulations to the cast and crew of Disney Cruise Lines. The four ships of the fleet took four of the top five positions (including the top three overall) in the 2014 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Poll for best large cruise ship. 1. Disney Fantasy 2.… Read More »Disney Cruise Ships Sail Away with Top Rankings in Condé Nast Traveler’s Poll
Love the speed boat Mickey! Looks like the Miami lifestyle suits you fine. Captain Mickey Mouse officially kicked-off the countdown for the arrival of the Disney Wonder to Port Miami with a Disney-style unveiling of a larger than life banner proclaiming “See You Real Soon.”… Read More »Disney Cruise Line Prepares for Inaugural Season from Miami
Disney Cruise Line has announced new itineraries that include stops in Jamaica for the first time in late 2013. The new seven-night Western Caribbean sailings will embark on the Disney Wonder and call on Falmouth, Jamaica, as well as Grand Cayman and Cozumel, Mexico and… Read More »Disney Cruise Line to Visit Jamaica for First Time
It’s hard to get a feel for how popular these Pixar themed Disney Cruises are this fall. There’s is still a big push from Disney Cruise Lines to get bookings, but the first cruise leaves in just a few weeks. DCL has finally released the list of which Pixar animators or executives will be on board each voyage, something I think would have been important months ago when people would be most likely to book a trip. That said, if I had the money I would definitely book any of these trips. They sound fabulous.
September 16
John Lasseter, Chief Creative Officer, Walt Disney Animation and Pixar Animation Studios; Principal Creative Advisor, Walt Disney Imagineering
Jay Ward, CARS Franchise Guardian, Pixar Animation Studios – Ward contributes his enthusiasm for cars and his artistic passions to the creation of anything and everything within the “Cars” Franchise, including the production of “Cars” as character team manager and consultant to the film’s director and co-director, John Lasseter and Joe Ranft.
September 23
Roger Gould, Creative Director, Theme Parks, Pixar Animation Studios – Gould collaborates with Walt Disney Imagineering in the creation of theme park attractions and lands inspired by Pixar’s films, most recently the creation and opening of Cars Land at Disney California Adventure park.
Tia Kratter, Shading Art Director, Pixar Animation Studios – Kratter served as the shading art director on “Brave,” “A Bug’s Life,” “Monsters, Inc.” and “Cars,” where she was responsible for specifying the color and texture of every object modeled for a film.
September 30
Harley Jessup, Production Designer, Pixar Animation Studios – Jessup leads teams of artists who create and design the sets and characters for films, including “Monster’s Inc.,” and “Ratatouille.” He recently finished working as production designer for “Cars 2.”
Jeremy Lasky, Director of Photography/ Camera, Pixar Animation Studios – Lasky served as director of photography/camera on “Cars,” “Finding Nemo,” “WALL•E” and “Toy Story 3.” His most recent project was as director of photography/camera on “Cars 2.”
October 7
Rob Gibbs, Director, Pixar Animation Studios – Gibbs has contributed his story talents to a number of Disney•Pixar films, including “Finding Nemo,” “WALL•E,” “Up” and “Cars.” He has also directed and co-directed several of the studio’s “Cars Toons.”
Sharon Calahan, Director of Photography/Lighting, Pixar Animation Studios – Calahan served as director of photography/lighting on “A Bug’s Life,” “Toy Story 2,” “Finding Nemo,” “Ratatouille” and “Cars 2.” She previously served as lighting supervisor on the studio’s first feature film, “Toy Story.”
As usual, the schedule and presenters are subject to change! Which of these line ups interest you the most?
Below the cut is another video from John Lasseter making yet one more pitch to get you to book your trip on the Disney Wonder:
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Disney Cruise Line is hoping fans of Pixar Animation Studios and their award-winning films will book a cruise tailored just for them aboard the Disney Wonder on a seven-night California Coastal voyage this fall. On board the ship, guests will explore the world of Pixar,… Read More »John Lasseter invites Pixar Fans to Take a Special Disney Cruise.