Samantha Brown Disney Dream Video

Travel Channels Samantha Brown was one of the first guests to sail aboard the Disney Dream. Disney Parks has just released the first of a series of videos which she made for them whilst about the Disney Dream Christening voyage.

Here Samantha highlights the innovative technology aboard the Disney Dream including Animator’s Palate, the AquaDuck and the Virtual Portholes. These are cruise industry firsts which no doubt will be taken on board by other cruise lines. The inside staterooms are selling fast on all Disney Dream sailings so if you want to see the Virtual Portholes for yourself then you had better hurry!

Disney Dream Rotational Dining Restaurants

As excitement builds prior to the launch of the Disney Dream in January 2011 Disney is releasing more details of what the ship actually looks like inside. The picture shows the final stages of creating the Enchanted Garden Restaurant. This magical garden which is located on Deck 2 was inspired by the Gardens of the Palace of Versailles. The light in the restaurant will magically transform from day to night.

This latest video takes you on a tour of the Disney Dream restaurants.

As with the Disney Wonder and Disney Magic there will be three rotational dining restaurants on the Dream. Rotational dining is very much a Disney cruise concept. Guests dine in a set rotation around the 3 restaurants during their cruise, but there wait staff come with them. This has the great advantage that your waiters will know your dining preferences. So if you want a slice of lemon in your water they will know and anticipate your requests. It is all part of the Disney difference.

Animators Palate has been redesigned for the Dream. The concept is still the same as on the other Disney ships. Diners will experience a colorful change of scene as well as enjoying sights from the popular Disney movies.

Royal Palace is new on the Disney Dream. It takes it’s inspiration as the name would suggest from the Disney Princesses and their palaces. It promises a royal dining experience.

Disney Dream Christmas 2011

Ever wished that Disney cruises offered short itineraries for the Holidays? Now is your chance to book a 3 to 5 night Disney cruise over Christmas and New Year 2011. The new Disney Dream cruise ship has these great choices over the 2011 Holiday season.

Photo by Peter E Lee

4 Night Disney Dream Bahamas Christmas Cruise

The Disney Dream cruise ship sets sail on 22nd December 2011

Thursday Port Canaveral
Friday Nassau
Saturday Castaway Cay
Sunday At Sea
Monday Port Canaveral Florida

The Disney Dream sets sail on 26th December 2011 for a 3 Night Disney Dream Bahamas Christmas Cruise

Monday Port Canaveral
Tuesday Nassau
Wednesday Castaway Cay
Thursday Port Canaveral

5 Night Disney Dream Bahamian Cruise

Sailing 29th December 2011

Sunday Port Canaveral Florida
Monday Castaway Cay
Tuesday Nassau
Wednesday At Sea
Thursday Castaway Cay
Friday Port Canaveral Florida

A Disney Cruise is a wonderful experience at any time of year but during the Holidays it is particularly magical. There are special decorations, dining and entertainment.

Traditionally the sailings over the Holidays had been 8 nights and upwards so it is good to see the option of some shorter cruises – not everyone wants to or can afford the time to sail for a long time over the Holidays. So the Disney Dream Holiday cruises are highly likely to be very sought after. Book as early as you can to make sure you get the best choice of staterooms and prices.

Disney Dream Cruise Entertainment

Disney cruises are always known for their spectacular stage shows and of course the Dream has some magical shows onboard including a guest favorite Golden Mickey’s: A Timeless Tribute. The popular Villains Tonight (which premiered on Disney Magic in 2010) and the all new Believe will feature in the 1340 seat Walt Disney Theater on the Disney Dream.

It is great to see that the Disney Dream will show Golden Mickey’s. The show has been re-imagined with the addition of more songs including one from Disney’s new movie Tangled. Interesting that they did not pick Toy Story The Musical instead of Villains Tonight as for many this has to be the stronger show.

The Disney Dream will also feature a re-imagined Pirates evening to enhance the entertainment options available for all ages. The experience has been part of the Disney cruise experience since 2004 and has always been one of the highlights.

For the younger children the evening starts with Mickey’s Pirates in the Caribbean. For the older children and adults Captain Jack Sparrow will appear in the Club Pirate part of the experience. And of course the evening will end to a new spectacular fireworks at sea display Buccaneer Blast.

Disney Dream Cruise For Adults

Is the Disney Dream cruise ship really a great choice for the grown ups?When most people think of a Disney Dream cruise they think of what the kids will enjoy. Whilst Disney is a magical cruise for families they have also created an amazing vacation for adults traveling with or without the children. So just what is available for adults on the Disney Dream cruise ship?

Quite Cove Pool

Disney realizes sometimes you just want some quiet time by the pool. Without the kids. So they designed the Quiet Cove Pool which is reserved just for adults over the age of 18. This freshwater pool has an interesting curved design and is located Forward on Deck 11 of the Disney Dream. The depth of the water varies and includes a sunbathing area which is 6 inches deep and includes built in loungers and a mister. Perfect for relaxing.

What more could you ask for than a cool drink whilst relaxing around the pool. Of course there is a cocktail bar at the pool side. Guests can enjoy a drink from the Cove Bar without ever having to leave the luxury of the pool as the bar staff will of course bring your drink to you.

For the ultimate in relaxation book a poolside massage. Or enjoy the fabulous views out to sea from the Quiet Cove Spa.

Disney Dream Dining for Adults

Disney Cruise line has long since realized that adults want a dining space just for the adults. This is why they created Palo, the highly successful no kids allowed restaurant on the Disney Wonder and Disney Magic.

The Disney Dream will also have a Palo restaurant. This adult only exclusive restaurant is located on Deck 12 Aft of the ship. It’s theme is Northern Italian cuisine. Ever wondered why the name Palo? It is named after the long poles used by the Venetian gondaliers.

Palo will serve Dinner and Brunch for an additional cover charge of $20 per person. You do have to book in advance and it is wise to plan as far ahead as you can. First time Disney cruisers can book up to 75 days in advance whilst Castaway Cay Club members can reserve Palo between 90 and 120 days in advance depending on which Club level status they have. Concierge guests can also book 120 days in advance.

The Disney Dream adds a new premium dining experience. The new Remy restaurant is of course named after our favorite gourmet rat in Ratatouille.
Remy will serve dinner only and there is a cover charge of $75 per person. the beautiful Art Nouveau styled restaurant features the finest French cuisine. There is even a private Chef’s Table for an even more exclusive dining experience. Guests are greeted with a Champagne Cocktail (all other alcoholic beverages are at extra charge.

Remy is sure to become one of the most popular Disney dining experiences and guests will need to book ahead. Again the Concierge Guests and Castaway Cay Members are allowed to book first.

Disney Dream Spa

If you are seeking relaxation and pampering in luxurious surroundings then you will want to head to the spa. All of the usual spa and salon treatments are available including massage, facials, manicures and hairstyling. You can even have your teeth whitened so you can feel more like a Disney Princess (or Prince of course).

Experience pure tranquility, indulgent pampering 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. Spa services (except the villa treatments) can be booked prior to boarding using your Cruise Personalizer.

For the ultimate in pampering you can reserve one of the Senses Spa Villas. Each villa is a private suite with it’s own balcony with a hot tub. You can book any one of a number of spa treatment packages to enjoy in the comfort of your own villa. Prices start at $449 and can only be booked once onboard.

There is also a large fitness center onboard and all users must be aged 18 or over.

Nightclubs and Lounges

If you want a quite place to relax with a cup of coffee then head to the Cove Cafe which is located next to the Quiet Cove pool on Deck 11 Forward. There is indoor and outdoor seating in this grown ups only cafe.

Evolution is an adult only dance club. The theme was inspired by the evolution of a butterfly and the surroundings are truly beautiful. During the day Evolution will host dance classes and other activities for everyone. In the evening it is for adults only and will offer dancing and karaoke and of course a full bar.

The Meridian bar is located between the Remy and Palo restaurants on Deck 12. The theme is world travel and you will enjoy an amazing view out over the ocean at the back of the ship. You can even sip a cocktail on the luxurious teak deck and admire the view.

Pink is located in The District on Deck 4 of the ship. It is furnished in a sophisticated Art Nouveau style and is the ideal bar for a romantic evening drink.

Skyline is also located in The District. It has huge screens on the wall which change to show skylines of great cities of the world. Each evening the skyline will change and the bar will offer different themed cocktails from the featured country.

So is the DIsney Dream for adults? Disney cruise line has always given an exceptional amount of attention to creating a space which is for families, children and adults to enjoy both together and separately. Perhaps because Disney realized from the very start that their cruise ships were always going to say “family’ loud and clear, they have been particularly successful with actually creating separate spaces for adults to enjoy.

Disney is the master of creating magic. And adults traveling with or without children will certainly find plenty of grown up space to enjoy.

All images used are Walt Disney Imagineer Early Concept Art. Very soon we will be excited to show you the actual pictures as the launch of the Dream is now very close.

Disney Dream Cruise

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The new Disney Dream cruise ship is now available for booking. Disney cruise lines are already known for their great family friendly ships – and the Disney Dream is going to take it to an even higher level!

You can always trust Disney to come up with something new and exciting and the feature of the Dream that everyone is talking about is the Aqua Duck – the first ever water coaster on board a ship!

This 765 foot one of a kind water coaster will allow guests to look out over the ocean 150 foot below! All this at speeds of up to 20 feet per second.

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The exterior design of the Disney Dream is very traditional. But she will feature many innovative ideas such as Virtual Portholes, Enchanted Art and Living Creatures.

Virtual Portholes

A treat is in store for those guests in inside cabin – Virtual Portholes give a real time view of the scene outside the ship. Of course with everything Disney there is an extra twist. Guests may see Mickey Mouse or other Disney characters appear at the porthole too.

Enchanted Art

Only on a Disney cruise ship does the art actually come to life. Stroll around the ship and watch the scenes magically come to life in front of your eyes.

Living Characters

On any Disney cruise ship you will of course find all of your favorite Disney characters. But here is something new on the Dream. Using technology similar to that used for Turtle Talk With Crush in the Disney theme parks, animated characters will come to life in their own interactive experiences. Look out for Crush from Finding Nemo!
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Disney makes sure that all members of the family are well looked after with the best kids programs at sea, family activities and adults only spaces.

Dining on the Disney Dream

The Dream will continue with the Disney tradition of Rotational Dine. You change restaurants every evening but your wait staff come with you so that they know just the way that you like everything.
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There will be a re imagined Animator’s Palate, a Disney Princess inspired Royal Palace, and The Enchanted Garden.

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Disney For Kids

Disney is well known for the best kids program at sea. There is certainly going to be plenty to keep the kids busy – almost a whole deck of space is devoted just to them. Check out Andy’s room where Toy Story comes to life. Be transported to the land of Tinker Bell in Pixie Hollow. Spend some time a the Monster’s Academy and the Explorer Pod.
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For the tweens aged 11 to 13 there is The Edge – a special place to hang out. Even the sometimes difficult to please teens are catered for in Vibe. This is an exceptional indoor/outdoor space just for the teenagers.

Time For The Adults

Disney is always exceptional at incorporating adult’s only spaces and activities on their ships. Senses Spa and Salon covers 16,000 square feet of space to pamper to your every wish. It includes treatment rooms, ocean view gym, rainforest and spa villas.
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The District is an adult only entertainment area with lounge, modern pub, upscale cocktail lounge, metropolitan “sky bar” nightclub.

If you want a wonderful meal with no children allowed then the Disney Dream has Palo – the reservations only gourmet restaurant which is so highly regarded on the Disney cruise ships.

Disney Dream Staterooms

Disney Dream is considerably larger than her sister ships the Wonder and the Magic.

1,100 outside staterooms
860 verandahs
199 ocean views
20 concierge family ocean view suites with verandah
19 concierge one-bedroom suites with verandah
2 concierge royal suites

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There are 500 connecting staterooms allowing families a lot of choice of cabin configuration.

The Disney Dream will set sail on 26th January 2011. She will sail out of Port Canaveral Florida on 3,4 and 5 night itineraries to the Bahamas. The 5 night sailings will even include the very popular “Double Dip” – 2 port stops at Disney’s own private island Castaway Cay. Also if you are looking for a Disney Christmas Cruise then there are 2 sailings on the Dream for Christmas and New Year.

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