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| Disney Dream debuted on January 26, 2011, and is the first new ship in Disney Cruise Line's fleet since 1999. She's the largest and most innovative cruise ship ever in Disney's family of ships. Among the "wow" features of this ship are a first-of-its-kind water coaster, inside staterooms with Virtual Portholes, a sophisticated lounge where the sun sets over the skyline of a different world-famous city each night, and an animated turtle that engages children in conversation about ocean life. The interior design of Disney Dream is warm and welcoming, with a blend of elegant Art Deco style and fun-filled Disney whimsy. There is a three-deck atrium lobby, with a sweeping grand staircase, oversized portholes and an Admiral Donald Duck cast in bronze. The exterior of the ship carries on the color scheme of the current Disney ships, which matches the iconic Mickey Mouse with a black hull, bold red funnels and vivid yellow striping and lifeboats. Disney Dream sails alternating three- and four-night cruises to the Bahamas and Disney's private island, Castaway Cay. During the summer Disney Dream will alternate four- and five-night itineraries with two stops at Castaway Cay. |
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| The Disney Dream features cruises in the following regions (subject to change, based on the cruise line's discretion): 2011: Bahamas |
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| There are 150 inside staterooms and 1,100 outside staterooms on board Disney Dream, of which 860 have verandahs. 20 are Concierge Family Ocean View Suites with a verandah, 19 are Concierge 1-Bedroom Suites with a verandah and 2 Concierge Royal Suites. To accommodate larger families and groups traveling together, there are 500 connecting doors adjoining staterooms. Most staterooms feature a split-bath, a concept that Disney introduced to the cruise industry. All of the inside staterooms aboard Disney Dream have a Virtual Porthole, which provides their guests with a real-time view outside the ship, via high-definition cameras that are mounted on the ship's exterior. Animated characters, like Mickey Mouse, may pop by the Virtual Porthole! |
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| Disney's dining format is called Rotational Dining. This format is continued on board Disney Dream. On each night of your cruise you will be dining with the same people, with the same servers as well. The rotational dining restaurants include Animator's Palate (a signature Disney Cruise Line restaurant with captivating animation effects), Royal Palace (an elegant restaurant inspired by classic Disney films) and Enchanted Garden (a casual restaurant that magically transforms from day to night during the meal). You'll be given your dining schedule when you initially board the ship (there will be a dining ticket in your stateroom). Children's menus are available in all of the restaurants. The dining times onboard the Disney Dream are staggered. The first seatings are at 5:30 pm, 5:45 pm and 6:00 pm, while the second seatings are at 8:00 pm, 8:15 pm and 8:30 pm. When you book your cruise be sure to request whether you'd like the first or second seating. Please be aware this is only a request, so you may not get the dining time you requested (especially if you make a last minute booking). Palo is Disney Dream's elegant adults-only Italian specialty restaurant. There is a $15 per person cover charge for dinner (available nightly) or bunch (only available during days at sea on 4-night and longer cruises), and a $5 per person charge for high tea (which is only available during days at sea on longer cruises). It's a great place to enjoy a romantic, upscale meal. At dinner, a dress shirt or jacket are required for men and a dress or pantsuit is required for women. No jeans are allowed. Examples of items served at dinner in Palo are lobster and mascarpone ravioli, pan fried tuna, garlic roasted rack of lamb, chicken braciola, grilled sea scallops and penne arrabbiata. There is also 24-hour room service available for all passengers. There is a basic, complimentary menu, but it's an excellent option for a late night snack, or for when you're feeling a little lazy and would rather the food come to you. There are a few items on the menu that you can order at an additional cost, such as bar drinks. |
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| Disney Dream features a ton of things to do on board, including a few innovative areas that have never been featured on a cruise ship before. Among them are the AquaDuck Water Coaster, a cruise-industry first. It's a huge, high-speed shipboard water coaster (a fun flume ride with twists, turns, drops, uphill acceleration and river rapids). The AquaDuck is 765 feet long, and there's a section of it where guests can slide 13 feet over the side of the ship in a translucent "swing out" loop. At one point this coaster comes to a 335 foot stretch of river rapids, and then splashes down into a pool. As far as adult-only areas go, The District is a nighttime entertainment area on Disney Dream, with five unique venues. Senses Spa & Salon offer 17 private treatment rooms, lavish spa villas with indoor treatment rooms and private outdoor verandahs, and Rainforest, a special section of the spa offers the benefits of steam, heat and hydrotherapy to relax the body and mind. |
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| The dress code is "cruise casual" during most meals of the cruise. This means shorts, swimwear or tank tops. Many of the Disney cruises also have themed meals, where the dress code varies based on the theme. An example of a themed meal is Disney's "Pirates in the Caribbean" dinner. On 3-night cruises: Cruise casual on the first night of cruise. On the second night of the cruise the theme is usually a pirate or tropical theme. The third night of the cruise is "dress-up night," during which men should wear a jacket and women should wear a dress or pantsuit. On 4-night cruises: Cruise casual on the first night of cruise. During the second and third nights of the cruise, one night will have a pirate or tropical theme while the other will be a dress-up night. The third night of the cruise is "dress-up night," during which men should wear a jacket and women should wear a dress or pantsuit. The final night of the cruise is cruise casual. On 7-night cruises: Cruise casual on the first night of cruise. Three other nights will be cruise casual. One night will have a have a pirate or tropical theme. There will also be one formal and one semi-formal night as well. The semi-formal dress code for men is a suit or jacket, and for women is a dress or pantsuit. The dress code for Palo (the specialty restaurant) is a dress shirt or jacket for men, and a dress or pantsuit for women. |
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| As might be expected, Disney Cruise Line has a wonderful children's program as well as fantastic children's facilities. Their programs are run by trained counselors. Disney's Oceaneer Club is their children's program for 3 to 7 year olds. Examples of activities include a Do-Si-Do with Snow White, Goofy's DJ Party, playing with Flubber, and a Never Land party with Peter Pan (only on 7-night cruises). Disney's Oceaneer Lab is for kids that are 8 to 12 years old. Examples of activities in this level of their children's program includes playing games with wireless controllers on a giant video wall, using flat-screen computers, taking part in a Disney game show, having a Piñata Party, animation activities, glow in the dark parties (on 7-night cruises only) and a Splash & Splash pool party. Edge will be a lounge just for tweens, ages 11 to 13, that's filled with hi-tech entertainment including the ability to create and star in photo postcards and video karaoke using green-screen technology. Vibe is going to be the teen club aboard Disney Dream, especially for guests ages 14 to 17. A "teen-only" swipe card provides access to this 9,000 square foot club. Teens will be able to create and edit videos, play computer games, and access their own private outdoor deck area with chaise lounges for sunbathing. |
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Disney Cruise Line suggests the following tips, per guest:
Disney Cruise Line also charges a 15% gratuity automatically to your bar, beverage, wine and desk services bills. Such charges are added to your onboard account. Please be aware that if your cruise also consists of a land stay at the Walt Disney World Resort, that a 15% gratuity is customary at their restaurants and bars. |
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| The minimum drinking age on all Disney cruise ships is 21. Valid photo ID. |
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| There are no casinos onboard any of the Disney cruise ships. Images of Disney Dream are Walt Disney Imagineering Concept Art. |
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