Some great rates for DCL sailings from our official travel agent, The Magic For Less Travel.

 

~ Exclusive Magic For Less Travel Shipboard Credit Offer ~

Our exclusive promotion CAN be combined with Disney released specials!

Receive an exclusive shipboard credit on your next Disney cruise when you book with The Magic for Less Travel.  This is not a rebate or check you will receive after you cruise; this is a shipboard credit you can use on your cruise! Use your credits for shopping, shore excursions, spa treatments and more.  More shipboard credit means more fun for you!

 

Cruises Priced at $1000 or above receive a $50 shipboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $2000 or above receive an $85 shipboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $3000 or above receive a $100 shipboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $4000 or above receive a $150 shipboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $5000 or above receive a $200 shipboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $6000 or above receive a $250 shipboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $7000 or above receive a $300 shipboard credit*

 

**For new reservations made through The Magic for Less Travel only. If you have an existing reservation made directly with Disney Cruise Line, contact us to see if we can help you save money. Shipboard credits can be used to pay for spa treatments, drinks, shore excursions and other shipboard activities.  When determining your shipboard credit, the credit is calculated on the base price of your cruise and is the price BEFORE taxes, transfers, port charges, air tickets, the land portion of a land/sea package and any non-commissionable options and fees. Ask your counselor for more details.

 

 

Receive Up to 5% in Shipboard Credit When You Book Your European or Repositioning Cruise with The Magic for Less Travel

Receive an shipboard credit on your 2010 European or repositioning Disney cruise when you book with The Magic for Less Travel.  This is not a rebate or check you will receive after you cruise; this is an shipboard credit you can use on your cruise! Use your credits for shopping, shore excursions, spa treatments and more.  Cruises must be booked by 4/30/09to qualify for this promotion.

Some examples:

 

Cruises Priced at $1000 or above receive a $50 Shipboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $3000 or above receive a $150 Shipboard credit * 

Cruises Priced at $4000 or above receive a $200 Shipboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $8000 or above receive a $400 Shipboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $9000 or above receive a $450 Shipboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $10000 or above receive a $500 Shipboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $12000 or above receive a $600 Shipboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $14000 or above receive a $700 Shipboard credit

 Cruises Priced at $20,000 or above receive a $1,000 Shipboard credit*

 

*Shipboard credit above is provided as examples and guests will receive OBC of 5% for each thousand dollars of the base price of the cruise.  For new reservations only, not available on reservations transferred to The Magic for Less.  This bonus is only available on 2010 European and repositioning Disney Cruise Line cruises.  When determining your shipboard credit, the credit is calculated on the base price of your cruise and is the price BEFORE taxes, transfers, port charges, air tickets, gratuities, and any non-commissionable options and fees.

 

Half Off Disney Cruise Line Deposits

Disney Cruise Line is requiring half of the usual deposit for a limited time.  This offer is only available on new cruises and for category 4-12 staterooms. Some restrictions apply.

 

Extra $25 in Shipboard Credit!

Receive a $25 shipboard credit when your Magic for Less Travel agent reserves your cruise on-line before Shipboard credits can be used to pay for spa treatments, drinks, shore excursions and other shipboard activities.

 

**This offer CAN be combined with the Magic For Less Travel’s exclusive OB credit offers and some other special offers.  This offer is not available on special Magic for Less Group Cruise Sailings and is only valid on cabin categories 4-12. 

 

$50 Shipboard Credits for Disney Visa Cardholders

Book by: 12/31/09

 

Disney Visa cardholders receive a $50 shipboard credit for any 2009 cruise sailing through 12/30/09. You must use your Disney Visa card when reserving and paying for the cruise. This offer IS combinable with our MFLT DCL shipboard credit offer, but is not available with any other on-board credit offer and black-out dates may apply.  This offer is not available on certain group cruise sailings dates.

 

Special Magic For Less Travel Group Cruise Rates

Book before these special rates sell out!

We want to help you book the best rates for your Disney Cruise Line vacation, and have blocked staterooms on some very special sailing dates.  This means that you have access to some incredible rates that are even lower than the rates currently offered by the Disney Cruise Line website and reservation center.  These savings are reflected in the prices above and the staterooms available at this rate are extremely limited.  Check out the link below to see the applicable dates.

 

Great news everyone, we have finally opened the Travelears merchandise store. You guys have told us that you want to know where you can get your official travelears merchandise, and starting today  you can now directly order your Travelears merchandise online through printfection.

 

We have initially launched two selections of merchandise to celebrate our upcoming meets:

 

Our Westfest ’09 Selection:

 

Our Two kingdom Tour Selection:

 

Let us know what you think, and what else you would like added to the selection. You can place your orders with printfection here: Travelears Merchandise Store

Thanks

Aj, Chris, Greg, Ray, Ryan, Shannon and Will

 

 

Specials from The Magic for Less Travel

Check out some of the great deals from our official Travelears travel agency.

 

Disney Cruise Line

The Magic for Less Travel’s onboard credit offer

>>> Exclusive Magic for Less Travel Disney Cruise Line Offer <<<

Receive an onboard credit on your next Disney cruise when you book with The Magic for Less Travel. This is not a rebate or check you will receive after you cruise; this is an onboard credit you can use on your cruise! Use your credits for shopping, shore excursions, spa treatments, and more. More onboard credit means more fun for you!

Cruises Priced at $1,000 or above: we offer a $50 onboard credit *
Cruises Priced at $2,000 or above: we offer an $85 onboard credit *
Cruises Priced at $3,000 or above: we offer a $100 onboard credit *
Cruises Priced at $4,000 or above: we offer a $150 onboard credit *
Cruises Priced at $5,000 or above: we offer a $200 onboard credit *
Cruises Priced at $6,000 or above: we offer a $250 onboard credit *
Cruises Priced at $7,000 or above: we offer a $300 onboard credit *

Terms and Conditions:

*For new reservations made through The Magic for Less Travel only. If you have an existing reservation made directly with Disney Cruise Line, contact us to see if we can help you save money. Onboard credits can be used to pay for spa treatments, drinks, shore excursions, and other onboard activities. When determining your onboard credit, the credit is calculated on the base price of your cruise and is the price BEFORE taxes, transfers, port charges, air tickets, the land portion of a land/sea package, and any non-commissionable options and fees. This offer may not be available on some sailing dates. Ask your counselor for details.

 

Special Magic for Less Travel Group Cruise Rates
Book before these special rates sell out! We want to help you book the best possible rates for your Disney Cruise Line vacation, and have blocked staterooms on some very special sailing dates. This means that you have access to some incredible rates that are even lower than the rates currently offered by the Disney Cruise Line website and reservation center. These savings are reflected in the prices above and the staterooms available at this rate are extremely limited. Check out the link below to see the applicable dates.

 

Free Dining Is Back!

Dates: August 16, 2009 – October 3, 2009
Book by: June 21, 2009

Experience a delicious way to enjoy your Walt Disney World Resort vacation! Buy this Walt Disney World Magic Your Way vacation package with hotel and Theme Park tickets and get the Disney Dining Plan FREE!

At this affordable price, guests can celebrate any magical milestone — with meals and a snack included for every night of your visit!

Special Magic Your Way packages with FREE Disney Dining Plan are available for 8/16/09 – 10/03/09 travel dates. The Disney Dining plan includes one (1) Table Service Meal, one (1) Quick Service meal, and one (1) Snack per Guest per night at participating Disney Resort hotel and Theme Park locations. It is typically priced at 39.99 per adult (10 and over) and 10.99 per child, per night. This is a substantial savings, and the numbers of rooms available with this special are limited. This special must be booked by 6/21/09.

Availability is limited. Package rates CAN be combined with The Magic for Less Travel’s Minnie Pack and Deluxe Pixie Dust promotions.

FREE Minnie Pack — EXCLUSIVE Magic for Less Travel Offer
Our exclusive promotion CAN be combined with Disney released specials!

The Magic for Less Travel will offer a FREE Minnie Pack to all guests who book a new Magic Your Way package priced at $1,500 or more. The Minnie Pack includes 2 neck wallets for you to use in the parks and resorts. Packages priced at $2,500* or more will also receive your choice of a subscription to TourGuideMiKE’s Automated Vacation Planner, a copy of Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World guide, a copy of Kim Button’s Disney Queue Line Survival Guidebook or 2 autograph books.

*The price of the vacation is based on the final price you pay for your vacation package after any discount and before any non-commissionable options like airfare are included. Pack contents are subject to change. Book by 4/30/09.

Deluxe Pixie Dust Pack & Gift Card EXCLUSIVE Magic for Less Offer

Our exclusive promotion CAN be combined with Disney released specials!

The Magic for Less Travel will offer a FREE Deluxe Pixie Dust Pack to all guests who book a new Magic Your Way package priced at $3,500* or more. The Deluxe Pixie Dust Pack includes two neck wallets for your party, a $25 Disney gift card and your choice of a subscription to TourGuideMiKE’s Automated Vacation Planner, a copy of Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World guide a copy of Kim Button’s Disney Queue Line Survival Guidebook or 2 autograph books.

*The price of the vacation is based on the final price you pay for your vacation package after any discounts and before any non-commissionable options like airfare are included. Pack contents are subject to change. Book by 4/30/09.

 

Disneyland Special

 

FREE Disneyland Resort Gift Card from The Magic for Less!

Book a Disneyland package of $1,500* or more with The Magic for Less Travel and receive a $25 Disneyland Resort Gift Card. Book a Disneyland package of $3,000 or more with The Magic for Less Travel and receive a $50 gift card! The gift Cards are accepted at many Disneyland Resort shopping and dining locations and can be used to pay for shopping, dining and even theme park admission. We are sure you will find a way to put them to good use!

*This promotion is valid for new Disneyland package reservations booked with The Magic for Less Travel and must be booked by 4/30/09. This is valid for the onsite Disneyland resort packages as well as the Good Neighbor hotel packages priced at $1,500 or more before taxes, airfare and other package components. This offer CAN be combined with other offers and specials.

 

Receive a gift card up to $200

Book your Adventure with The Magic for Less Travel and receive our expert help and a gift card too! With a choice of 22 incredible vacations you can travel around the world in Disney style!

• Book an Adventures by Disney vacation of $2,000 or more and receive a $100 gift card.
• Book an Adventures by Disney vacation of $4,000 or more receive a $150 gift card.
• Book an Adventures by Disney vacation of $6,000 or more receive a $200 gift card.

*Valid for new reservations only. Gift card is a preloaded Disney gift card, Visa or Mastercard Book by 04/30/09. Gift card amount based on the final price of your vacation after any discounts or non-commissionable options.

First off, we would like to say thank you to everyone for visiting the Travelears Website so often, that it has caused us to completely redesign the site. We really appreciate the massive amount of feedback that we have received, and we are really pleased that the Travelears has become the central portal of Disney and Theme Park news, events, travel information and advice for so many people.

At 8.30pm (Pacific) we will launch the new website and you will quickly discover many new features for our visitors. 

Over the coming weeks, the site will be enhanced even further with product reviews, interactive content and detailed park information. 

Please let us know what you think, and keep the feedback rolling in.

 

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Cruise Ship Will Arrive for Extended West Coast Stay in 2011Disney Cruise Line® has announced plans to reposition the Disney Wonder® Cruise Ship from its base in Port Canaveral, Fla., to the West Coast in 2011.

A two-year agreement, with a three-year extension option, will be considered by the Port of Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners on April 2, 2009.

With the port’s proximity to the Disneyland® Resort, you’ll be able to offer Clients even more magical Disney vacation choices – both on land and sea!

The addition of a new homeport for Disney Cruise Line is part of the overall expansion plan for The Walt Disney Company. Two new ships, Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy, will arrive in Port Canaveral, Fla., in 2011 and 2012, respectively.

Miami, FL (Vocus/PRWEB ) March 17, 2009 –

Two of the world’s most innovative vacation providers, Royal Caribbean International and Universal Orlando Resort, are joining forces to introduce the Way More Than a Cruise ultimate vacation package. With a wide variety of options, families will be able to experience the best of land and sea while enjoying unparalleled savings. Bookings for Way More Than a Cruise are open for travel starting March 31, 2009.

The land and sea vacation packages combine a three- or four-night stay at Universal Orlando Resort with a three- or four-night Bahamas cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s Monarch of the Seas, or a seven-night Caribbean cruise aboard Freedom of the Seas. Way More Than a Cruise includes hotel and shipboard accommodations, multi-day passes to both Universal theme parks, Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure, complimentary admission to select live entertainment venues at Universal’s CityWalk and ground transfers between airport, hotel, theme parks and the ship at Port Canaveral.

“Royal Caribbean is delighted to partner with Universal Orlando Resort to create this special package for vacationers seeking a unique and truly memorable experience,” said Adam Goldstein, president and CEO, Royal Caribbean International. “The Way More Than a Cruise package seamlessly combines the best of land and sea to deliver an exciting family vacation. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy these premier Orlando attractions along with two of Port Canaveral’s newest ships, Monarch of the Seas and Freedom of the Seas.”

Home to two world-class theme parks, a nighttime entertainment complex and three magnificently themed on-site hotels, Universal Orlando Resort is a one-of-a-kind family vacation destination that brings blockbusters to life. At Universal Studios, guests can jump into the action with award-winning attractions based on some of pop culture’s best-known movies and TV shows – attractions like The Simpsons Ride, Shrek 4-D and Revenge of the Mummy. Also coming soon to Universal Studios is Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, the most individually unique and customizable coaster in the world. The coaster combines first-ever maneuvers with personalized features allowing riders to choose the soundtrack for their ride and purchase a one-of-a-kind video of their experience. Next door, Universal’s Islands of Adventure features the most cutting-edge rides and attractions on five uniquely themed islands – Marvel Super Hero Island, Toon Lagoon, Jurassic Park, The Lost Continent and Seuss Landing.

“Universal Orlando Resort is thrilled to enter this partnership, bringing together two incredible experiences to create one memorable vacation,” said Bill Davis, President and COO for Universal Orlando Resort. “Our guests will not only enjoy some of the most entertaining theme-park attractions ever created, but also the world-class experiences and service Royal Caribbean is known for delivering.”

For the cruise portion of the vacation, guests will sail roundtrip to the Bahamas aboard Monarch of the Seas and call at Nassau, Bahamas, and CocoCay, Royal Caribbean’s private island paradise in the Bahamas. Guests aboard Monarch of the Seas will exclusively enjoy a day at CocoCay, featuring a myriad of water sports options, an Aqua-Park for children, halcyon beaches and shaded hammocks, beachfront barbeque, and a straw market. Onboard, guests will enjoy spectacular Broadway-style musical revues from the award-winning Royal Caribbean Productions; exciting Vegas-style gaming in Casino Royale; and rejuvenating and invigorating rituals in the onboard Day Spa. Younger guests can hang out with their peers in the cruise line’s award-winning Adventure Ocean youth program, where teens have their own dedicated space. New features in the complimentary onboard youth program, such as extended hours in the Adventure Ocean and teen spaces and pre-cruise ordering of baby supplies, will help provide a stress-free experience for parents. Throughout their stay aboard every Royal Caribbean ship, all guests receive the cruise line’s signature friendly and engaging Gold Anchor Service from staff and crew.

The ultimate way to experience Universal Orlando Resort is by staying at one of three themed, AAA Four Diamond Award-winning on-site hotels: Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort and Hard Rock Hotel. Best of all, on-site hotel guests enjoy a variety of special theme park privileges, including free Universal Express ride access. Just by showing their valid hotel room key card, on-site hotel guests can bypass the regular ride and attraction lines. The on-site hotels are connected to the resort by a scenic waterway. Complimentary water taxis provide quick and convenient access to Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure and CityWalk. Additional Orlando area hotels located within minutes of Universal Orlando are also available.

Beginning in May, vacationers also will be able to choose a 10- or 11-night extended Universal Orlando Resort and Royal Caribbean vacation by combining a three- or four-night stay at Universal with a seven-night Eastern or Western Caribbean cruise aboard the world-renowned Freedom of the Seas. On the Eastern Caribbean itinerary, guests will enjoy three days at sea and call at St. Thomas, St. Maarten, and CocoCay. On the Western Caribbean itinerary, guests will enjoy two days at sea and call at Ocho Rios, Jamaica; George Town, Grand Cayman; Cozumel, Mexico; and Labadee, Royal Caribbean’s private beach paradise located on the north coast of Haiti.

At 160,000 gross registered tons (GRT) and a capacity of 3,634 guests, double occupancy, Freedom of the Seas shares the title of the world’s largest and most innovative cruise ship with sister-ships Liberty of the Seas and Independence of the Seas.

Freedom features the cruise line’s exclusive onboard amenities such as the FlowRider surf simulator; the H20 Zone water park; Studio B ice-skating rink; a full-size boxing ring; cantilevered whirlpools suspended 112 ft. above the ocean; and the four-bedroom, four-bath Presidential Family Suite, which accommodates up to 14 guests. Guests also have a choice of eight onboard restaurants, including Royal Caribbean’s signature specialty restaurants Chops Grille steakhouse and Portofino Italian restaurant.

Please click the The Magic For Less Travel link below for for further information.

The following message is from our Disney Travel partner “The Magic For Less Travel’ and is available to all of our podcast subscribers and site visitors.

The Magic For Less Travel’s Magical Month of Disney

The Magic For Less Travel would like to celebrate this Magical Month of Disney by helping the Give Kids the World charity and making a few Disney Dreams come true for our guests too!

Give Kids The World is a non-profit organization that exists only to fulfill the wishes of all children with life-threatening illnesses. Children and their families from around the world experience a memorable, joyful, cost-free, week-long visit to Central Florida attractions, and enjoy the magic of Give Kids The World Village for as long as there is a need. Each day, Give Kids The World lives by this mission and has made a promise to never turn a child away.

During our Magical Month of Disney, for every guest booking a Disney vacation with The Magic For Less Travel between 3/1/09 and 3/31/09, we will make a donation to Give Kids the World. If you would also like to make a donation to Give Kids The World during MFL’s Birthday through our ongoing 2009 charity drive, please visit our First Giving page.

Special Disney Promotions for the Month of March

This month The Magic for Less Travel is unveiling some great new booking incentives. In addition to free Magic Plus concierge service, which includes daily discount checking and assistance with dining and recreation reservations, guests will receive exclusive promotions available only when reserving a Disney vacation with The Magic for Less Travel.

Each week during March, a special promotion will be announced here for a Walt Disney World vacation, a Disneyland vacation, a Disney Cruise Line vacation and an Adventures by Disney vacation. If you are thinking of reserving any of these vacations check back on the dates below for terrific savings you won’t get anywhere else.

 
• Week #1: March 1-8, 2009, Walt Disney World Week

Now you have even more choices when you book with The Magic For Less Travel with our new new WDW Minnie Pack and Deluxe PD Packs. Included is guest’s choice of Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World Guidebook, Disney Queue Line Survival Guidebook, Tour Guide Mike Automated Vacation Planner or 2 Autograph Books.

FREE Minnie Pack- EXCLUSIVE Magic for Less Travel Offer

The Magic for Less Travel will offer a FREE Minnie Pack to all guests who book a new Magic Your Way package priced at $1500 or more. The Minnie Pack includes 2 neck wallets for you to use in the parks and resorts. Packages priced at $2500* or more will also receive your choice of a subscription to TourGuideMiKE’s Automated Vacation Planner, a copy of Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World guide, a copy of Kim Button’s Disney Queue Line Survival Guidebook or 2 autograph books.

FREE Deluxe Pixie Dust Pack & Gift Card EXCLUSIVE Magic for Less Offer

The Magic for Less Travel will offer a FREE Deluxe Pixie Dust Pack to all guests who book a new Magic Your Way package priced at $3500* or more. The Deluxe Pixie Dust Pack includes two neck wallets for your party, a $25 Disney gift card and your choice of a subscription to TourGuideMiKE’s Automated Vacation Planner, a copy of Birnbaum’s Walt Disney World guide a copy of Kim Button’s Disney Queue Line Survival Guidebook or 2 autograph books.

*The price of the vacation is based on the final price you pay for your vacation package after any discount and before any non-commissionable options like airfare are included. Pack contents are subject to change. Book by 3/31/09

Our exclusive promotion CAN be combined with Disney released specials!

• Week #2: March 9-15, 2009, Adventures by Disney Week
• Week #3: March 16-22, 2009, Disneyland Week
• Week #4 March 23-30, 2009, Disney Cruise Line Week

Disney Cruise Line Begins New Ship Construction

Two new ocean liners will expand Disney cruise destinations and experiences

 

PAPENBURG, GERMANY (March 2, 2009) – Disney Cruise Line began construction on two new ships today with a steel cutting ceremony at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany. Scheduled for completion in 2011 and 2012, the new ocean liners will further advance the company’s one-of-a-kind guest experience and create more family cruise options with a brand guests know and trust.

“When we launched our business in 1998, we recognized a need in the marketplace for a cruise experience created just for families,” said Karl Holz, president of Disney Cruise Line and New Vacation Operations. “With these new ships, we are continuing to build upon that vision of providing more families with an unforgettable cruise vacation and the chance to explore new destinations with Disney.”

The first piece of steel cut for the new ships was part of the art deco inspired scrollwork that will grace the bow of the ships. Similar to the scrollwork on the Disney Cruise Line ships, Disney Magic and Disney Wonder, the intricate pattern is reminiscent of the classic ocean liners of the 1930s, designed to reflect the glamour of the golden age of cruising with added touches of Disney whimsy, such as the Mickey Mouse medallion in the center of the design.

Since finalizing a contract with the Meyer Werft shipyard to build the two new ships, Disney Cruise Line and Walt Disney Imagineering have created a truly distinctive design for the new ships. Over the next few years, construction will continue, bringing the design to reality. The design details will be unveiled at a later date.

Holz noted that the fleet expansion will more than double the passenger capacity for Disney Cruise Line. Each ship will have 1,250 staterooms and will weigh 128,000 tons. Similar to the existing ships, Disney Magic and Disney Wonder, the new ships will be purpose built with families in mind, with specially designed areas and activities for each member of the family to allow for both quality time together and wonderful individual experiences. The focus is to provide a setting where families can reconnect, adults can recharge and kids can immerse themselves in worlds of fantasy only Disney can create.

Known for bringing family travel to the cruise market, Disney continues to be a leader in the industry and was recently named the top large cruise ship experience by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine in the 9th annual “Reader’s Cruise Poll.” The Disney Wonder, which sails three- and four-night cruises to The Bahamas, was ranked as the No. 1 cruise ship in the “Large Ship” category. The Disney Magic was also ranked in the top five cruise experiences overall. The Disney Magic primarily sails seven-night cruises to the eastern and western Caribbean and, beginning in the spring of 2010, will embark on a season of limited itineraries exploring Northern Europe and the Mediterranean.

To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, guests can contact “The Magic For Less Travel” by clicking the link below.

The full article can be accessed here: Link

Aj

Important Mousefest announcement at Mousefest.org

The Cruise Poll recognizes the best cruise ships as voted on by Condé Nast Traveler readers. Winners were determined by a survey of more than 11,000 participants who rated 400 ships. Participants were asked to rate ships based on specific criteria including: staterooms, activities, service, design and layout, dining, itineraries and shore excursions.

“We are pleased to receive this honor from the readers of such an esteemed travel publication,” said Tom McAlpin, President of Disney Cruise Line. “Winning the No. 1 spot is a testament to the beauty of our ships and the dedication our cast and crew members have in creating an unparalleled vacation for every member of the family.”

This year, Disney Cruise Line ranked No. 1 in the “Large Ship” category with its ship, the Disney Wonder, which sails three- and four-night cruises to the Bahamas. The Disney Magic was also ranked in the top five cruise experiences overall. The Disney Magic primarily sails seven-night cruises to the eastern and western Caribbean and, beginning in the spring of 2010, will embark on a season of limited itineraries exploring Northern Europe and the Mediterranean.

In addition to the accolades in the Large Ship category, the Condé Nast Traveler “Cruise Spa Reader’s Poll” ranked the spas aboard Disney Cruise Line in the top 5 best spas at sea.

Disney Cruise Line has received more than 50 distinguished awards and honors since first setting sail in 1998. These awards have included all aspects of the operation from dining and entertainment to youth activities and spa facilities.

Known for bringing family travel to the cruise industry, Disney Cruise Line continues to raise the bar on the cruise experience, with specifically designed areas and activities for each member of the family allowing for both quality time together and wonderful individual experiences. The focus is to allow families to reconnect, adults to recharge their batteries and kids to immerse themselves in worlds of fantasy only Disney can create.

To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, guests can contact our official travel agent, by clicking the link below.

 

Aj, Chris, Greg, Will and Ryan

Exclusive Magic For Less Travel Shipboard Credit Offer

Our exclusive promotion CAN be combined with Disney released specials!

Receive an exclusive shipboard credit on your next Disney cruise when you book with The Magic for Less Travel.  This is not a rebate or check you will receive after you cruise; this is a shipboard credit you can use on your cruise! Use your credits for shopping, shore excursions, spa treatments and more.  More shipboard credit means more fun for you!

 

Cruises Priced at $1000 or above receive a $50 shipboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $2000 or above receive an $85 shipboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $3000 or above receive a $100 shipboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $4000 or above receive a $150 shipboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $5000 or above receive a $200 shipboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $6000 or above receive a $250 shipboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $7000 or above receive a $300 shipboard credit*

 

**For new reservations made through The Magic for Less Travel only. If you have an existing reservation made directly with Disney Cruise Line, contact us to see if we can help you save money. Shipboard credits can be used to pay for spa treatments, drinks, shore excursions and other shipboard activities.  When determining your shipboard credit, the credit is calculated on the base price of your cruise and is the price BEFORE taxes, transfers, port charges, air tickets, the land portion of a land/sea package and any non-commissionable options and fees. Ask your counselor for more details.

 

 Receive Up to 5% in Shipboard Credit When You Book Your European or Repositioning Cruise with The Magic for Less Travel

Receive an shipboard credit on your 2010 European or repositioning Disney cruise when you book with The Magic for Less Travel.  This is not a rebate or check you will receive after you cruise; this is an shipboard credit you can use on your cruise! Use your credits for shopping, shore excursions, spa treatments and more.  Cruises must be booked by 3/31/09to qualify for this promotion.

Some examples:

 

Cruises Priced at $1000 or above receive a $50 Shipboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $3000 or above receive a $150 Shipboard credit * 

Cruises Priced at $4000 or above receive a $200 Shipboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $8000 or above receive a $400 Shipboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $9000 or above receive a $450 Shipboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $10000 or above receive a $500 Shipboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $12000 or above receive a $600 Shipboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $14000 or above receive a $700 Shipboard credit

 Cruises Priced at $20,000 or above receive a $1,000 Shipboard credit*

 

*Shipboard credit above is provided as examples and guests will receive OBC of 5% for each thousand dollars of the base price of the cruise.  For new reservations only, not available on reservations transferred to The Magic for Less.  This bonus is only available on 2010 European and repositioning Disney Cruise Line cruises.  When determining your shipboard credit, the credit is calculated on the base price of your cruise and is the price BEFORE taxes, transfers, port charges, air tickets, gratuities, and any non-commissionable options and fees.

 

Book with The Magic for Less Travel & Kids Sail Free on Most 3-Night Cruises This Winter and Spring

Kids 12 and under can sail free on most 3-night cruises from March 12 through May 28, 2009 with two full-fare Guests in the same stateroom. Government Taxes and Fees not included.

*Offer applies to new bookings only. Offer applies to Categories 4-12 only. The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited. Other offers, discounts or shipboard credits do not apply. This offer CAN be combined with The Magic for Less Travel’s shipboard credit offer.

 

Half Off Disney Cruise Line Deposits

Disney Cruise Line is requiring half of the usual deposit for a limited time.    This offer is only available on new cruises and for category 4-12 staterooms. Some restrictions apply.

 

Extra $25 in Shipboard Credit!

Receive a $25 shipboard credit when your Magic for Less Travel agent reserves your cruise on-line before Shipboard credits can be used to pay for spa treatments, drinks, shore excursions and other shipboard activities.

 

**This offer CAN be combined with the Magic For Less Travel’s exclusive OB credit offers and some other special offers.  This offer is not available on special Magic for Less Group Cruise Sailings and is only valid on cabin categories 4-12.  Cabin must be booked by 3/31/09.

 

$50 Shipboard Credits for Disney Visa Cardholders

Book by: 12/31/09

 

Disney Visa cardholders receive a $50 shipboard credit for any 2009 cruise sailing through 12/30/09. You must use your Disney Visa card when reserving and paying for the cruise. This offer IS combinable with our MFLT DCL shipboard credit offer, but is not available with any other on-board credit offer and black-out dates may apply.  This offer is not available on certain group cruise sailings dates.

 

Special Magic For Less Travel Group Cruise Rates

Book before these special rates sell out!

We want to help you book the best rates for your Disney Cruise Line vacation, and have blocked staterooms on some very special sailing dates.  This means that you have access to some incredible rates that are even lower than the rates currently offered by the Disney Cruise Line website and reservation center.  These savings are reflected in the prices above and the staterooms available at this rate are extremely limited. 

Check out the link below to see the applicable dates and to get your personalised quotation.

 

We have learnt a lot from our first 26 shows (Yes, we are now officially six month’s old), and over the past two months the crew have been working tirelessly behind the scenes to further enhance the show and provide additional value to our listeners and web visitors.

As Walt Disney famously said, “I believe in being an innovator”, and in these times it is more important than ever to deliver timely, relevant and entertaining content to your podcast subscribers and site visitors, as many of us are becoming so time poor and oversaturated with unreverent information and content.

So that was the main objective of the Travelears crew over the past 8 weeks; to develop a podcast, web site and blog that would be a “one stop shop” for the Disney traveller wanting quality information about enjoying the Disney parks.

As part of the process, the Travelears decided to focus on what we were good at. We all agreed that there were already a number of people out there within the online Disney community that were expert Disney historians, Disney trivia experts, Disney music experts, Disney time and motion specialists and in depth Disney reporters that already had quality podcasts, websites and blogs.

These people are fantastic at what they do, and duplicating this effort would neither assist the needs of the online Disney community, nor provide any real help to the people that find Disney so overwhelming, that planning their visits to a Disney park often becomes a very stressful and time consuming ordeal.

 

Our listeners and site visitors have told us that they want and need a central repository of Disney information and one on one assistance with their planning trip planning needs.

So with our vision clearly outlined, the team developed the following objectives for the Travelears:

1) The provision of a “Question and Answer” service for pending travellers to the Disney Parks.

2) The provision of regular overviews of Disney attractions, shows, dining, accommodation and events at each of the Disney parks with a regular focus on Walt Disney World and Disneyland

3) The provision of up to date travel information on issues affecting travel to the parks including predicted crowds, attraction closures and rehabs and special events.

4) The provision of breaking Disney news via a dedicated news team searching out relevant information for travellers visiting the Disney parks.

5) Through partnering with one of the United States premier Disney travel agencies, we will provide our listeners and site visitor’s access to the latest travel discounts, package deals and travel advice for domestic and international travellers.

6) Recommendations for other sources of Disney information including Disney Podcasts, Disney Newsletters, Disney Web Sites, Disney Blogs, Disney DVD’s and Disney Books.

To make this happen, we quickly realised that we had to expand the existing crew to ensure that we could provide quality Disney content on a consistent basis. We wanted people that loved Disney, understood the importance of the online Disney community and had a burning passion to assist fellow Disney travellers to enjoy their vacations and find the best Disney discounts and information.

We are pleased to announce that the new Travelears Crew consists of:

Chris (The Big D and Single Rider Podcasts) Show Host

AJ (The OzHD Australia Video and Audio Podcasts) Show Host

Greg (Micecast, Imagineering My Way, Political Gestures

Podcasts and a former Disneyland Cast Member) Disneyland Correspondent

Will (Magic Never Ends Podcast) Walt Disney World Correspondent

Ryan (Former Disney Travel Company Cast Member) Travel Correspondent

Ray (News reporter for the Disney Podcast Network) Disney Parks News Reporter

The crew will be further enhanced by the Travelears new partnership with the well respected Disney travel agency “The Magic for Less Travel” as many of their owners and experienced agents will feature on the podcast, providing information about the best Disney travel deals available and tips and tricks when organising travel to the Disney parks.

Our future posts on this blog, will feature more information about the new crew and our Travelears partners, so stayed tuned.

 

We are also pleased to announce that the Travelears Podcast will continue to be released weekly and will now have a set rotating show format to ensure that our listeners have up to date information and advice regarding Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort Paris, Tokyo Disney Resort, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, Disney Vacation Club, Disney Cruise Lines and Adventures By Disney.

So sit tight, fasten your seat belts and keep your hands inside the ride vehicle, as we are in for a wild ride. We hope that you enjoy the new format as much as we enjoy putting the shows and the information together for you.

Don’t forget to send your travel questions and show requests to our email address: questions@thetravelears.com and visit the new Travelears website at www.thetravelears.com .

Please also ensure that you subscribe to this blog, as it will ensure that you are kept up to date with the latest Disney news, travel deals and advice as soon as it is released.

 

The next Travelears audio podcast will be released on the 3rd of February, so head over to iTunes and search for “The Travelears” podcast to subscribe to the show, or if you may prefer to download the mp3 file directly from the Travelears website.

See you next time!

Aj, Chris, Greg, Will and Ryan

“The Disney Travelears”

Kids 12 and under can sail free on most 3-night cruises from Jan. 22 through May 28, 2009 with two full-fare Guests in the same stateroom. Government Taxes and Fees not included.

*Offer applies to new bookings only. Offer applies to Categories 4-12 only. The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited. Other offers, discounts or onboard credits do not apply. This offer CAN be combined with The Magic for Less Travel’s onboard credit offer.

  

~ Exclusive Magic For Less Travel Onboard Credit Offer ~

Our exclusive promotion CAN be combined with Disney released specials!

Receive an exclusive onboard credit on your next Disney cruise when you book with The Magic for Less Travel.  This is not a rebate or check you will receive after you cruise; this is an onboard credit you can use on your cruise! Use your credits for shopping, shore excursions, spa treatments and more.  More onboard credit means more fun for you!

 

Cruises Priced at $1000 or above receive a $50 onboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $2000 or above receive an $85 onboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $3000 or above receive a $100 onboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $4000 or above receive a $150 onboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $5000 or above receive a $200 onboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $6000 or above receive a $250 onboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $7000 or above receive a $300 onboard credit*

 

**For new reservations made through The Magic for Less Travel only. If you have an existing reservation made directly with Disney Cruise Line, contact us to see if we can help you save money. Onboard credits can be used to pay for spa treatments, drinks, shore excursions and other onboard activities.  When determining your onboard credit, the credit is calculated on the base price of your cruise and is the price BEFORE taxes, transfers, port charges, air tickets, the land portion of a land/sea package and any non-commissionable options and fees. Ask your counselor for more details.

 

 

>>Receive Up to 5% in Onboard credit when you book your European or Repositioning Cruise with The Magic for Less Travel <<

Receive an onboard credit on your 2010 European or repositioning Disney cruise when you book with The Magic for Less Travel.  This is not a rebate or check you will receive after you cruise; this is an onboard credit you can use on your cruise! Use your credits for shopping, shore excursions, spa treatments and more.  Cruises must be booked by 12/31/08 to qualify for this promotion.

Some examples:

 

Cruises Priced at $1000 or above receive a $50 Onboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $3000 or above receive a $150 Onboard credit * 

Cruises Priced at $4000 or above receive a $200 Onboard credit *

Cruises Priced at $8000 or above receive a $400 Onboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $9000 or above receive a $450 Onboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $10000 or above receive a $500 Onboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $12000 or above receive a $600 Onboard credit*

Cruises Priced at $14000 or above receive a $700 Onboard credit

 Cruises Priced at $20,000 or above receive a $1,000 Onboard credit*

 

**Onboard credit above is provided as examples and guests will receive OBC of 5% for each thousand dollars of the base price of the cruise.  For new reservations only, not available on reservations transferred to The Magic for Less.  This bonus is only available on 2010 European and repositioning Disney Cruise Line cruises.  When determining your onboard credit, the credit is calculated on the base price of your cruise and is the price BEFORE taxes, transfers, port charges, air tickets, gratuities, and any non-commissionable options and fees.

 

Book with The Magic for Less Travel & Kids Sail Free on Most 3-Night Cruises This Winter and Spring

Kids 12 and under can sail free on most 3-night cruises from Jan. 22 through May 28, 2009 with two full-fare Guests in the same stateroom. Government Taxes and Fees not included.

*Offer applies to new bookings only. Offer applies to Categories 4-12 only. The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited. Other offers, discounts or onboard credits do not apply. This offer CAN be combined with The Magic for Less Travel’s onboard credit offer.

 

Book with The Magic for Less Travel & Get Paradise Twice for an

 Amazing price!

What could be more magical than a Disney Cruise? How about two? Right now, you can enjoy a 3-Night Bahamian Cruise for only $99* per person, double occupancy, when you sail on a 4-Night or 7-Night Cruise this winter. Set sail on a 4-Night or 7-Night Disney Cruise on one of the following dates: 1/31/09 - 3/8/09 or 3/21/09 -3/28/09, and you can get a 3-Night Bahamian escape on most sail dates from8/13/09 - 12/17/09 for just $99 per person.  This deal is too good to pass up, so contact The Magic for Less Travel to book today!

 

*At the time of their first sailing, Guests will receive a voucher that will provide them with instructions for booking their three-night cruise. Offer applies to the same stateroom category and number of staterooms as the first cruise. Offer applies to Stateroom Categories 4 – 12 only.  Number of staterooms allotted for this offer is limited.  Fuel supplement, Government Taxes and Fees and excursions are not included. Fuel supplement is $8 per person per day for the first two Guests in a stateroom and $3 per day for all other Guests in the same stateroom. Other discounts or onboard credits do not apply. Certain restrictions may apply. Offer is non-transferable and subject to change.

 

Special Offers for guests booking with a Disney Visa

Book by: 12/31/09

>>>$50 Onboard Credits for Disney Visa Cardholders<<<

Disney Visa cardholders receive a $50 onboard credit for any cruise sailing through12/30/09. You must use your Disney Visa card when reserving and paying for the cruise. This offer IS combinable with our MFLT DCL onboard credit offer Offer and the, but is not available with any other on-board credit offer and black-out dates may apply.  This offer is not available on certain group cruise sailings dates.

**This offer can be combined with The Magic for Less Travel’s onboard credit offer.

 

Special Magic For Less Travel Group Cruise Rates

Book before these special rates sell out

We want to help you book the best rates for your Disney Cruise Line vacation, and have blocked staterooms on some very special sailing dates.  This means that you have access to some incredible rates that are even lower than the rates currently offered by the Disney Cruise Line website and reservation center.  These savings are reflected in the prices above and the staterooms available at this rate are extremely limited.