It’s Magicical on a Disney Cruise

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For your summer family vacation, Disney Cruise Line offers a seven-night cruise from Port Canaveral, Florida on the Disney Magic.  Sailing to islands in the Caribbean, including Castaway Cay, which is Disney’s private island and theme resort, this vacation combines the best of both worlds – a relaxing and enjoyable cruise for adults, and a fun-filled adventure for kids.

Disney cruises and Disney Magic, in particular, are geared toward families, and among the many activities available for children are the Walt Disney Theatre, the Buena Vista Theatre, and Studio Sea.  In addition, there are three pools; one for children, one for adults, and one for both children and adults.

More importantly, the cabins are larger than normal with one and a half baths and can accommodate up to six family members.

The Disney characters, Mickey and all his friends, are the star attractions on the cruise.  There are a variety of play areas for children of any age, including sports games, and the Oceaneers Club where autographs by Mickey and friends can be acquired.

There are seven restaurants, fitness center, full spa service, and while the kids are at play mom and dad can relax and take advantage of the many amenities offered for them as well.

There is a movie theatre, which offers Disney productions, shopping plaza, and three adult-only bars.  However, there are also two lounges where family entertainment is offered.

For children ages 3-12, Disney Magic offers the Oceaneers Club and for children 8-12 there is the Oceaneers Lab with activities including: sports games, arts and crafts, dance classes, and computer time.   For teens 13-17 years of age, Disney Magic offers the Stack, which is designed specifically for teens and guided by ship counselors who provide music, movies, video games, big-screen plasma TVs, a lounge area, dance floor, Internet café and teen-only activities.

Disney has designed this ship exclusively for children as well as teens (although there is plenty for adults to do as well).  Keeping with Disney’s tradition, The Goofy Pool area on the Disney Magic is transformed on special occasions to accommodate a new 24-by-14-foot jumbo LED screen, attached to the ship’s forward funnel. Guests will enjoy feature films poolside, along with enhanced outdoor entertainment and deck parties.
The Ports of call include: St. Maarten, St. Thomas (great for shopping), St. John, and Castaway Cay.  Departures are on Saturdays and booking early is highly recommended.   Passports are required.

A Disney cruise of this magnitude is the best possible family vacation you can imagine.  Leave your worries behind and enjoy all this cruise line has to offer while, at the same time, knowing your kids are going to have the time of their lives!