Disney is the name that spreads magic in the minds of young and old alike. Whether it is the Disneyland or Disney World, the Disney Hotels or any other entertainment, Disney means fun and enjoyment. Disney Cruise Lines is no exception. The entertainment continues on the high seas on the three existing ships, the Disney Magic, the Disney Dream and the Disney Wonder.

The fourth one, the Disney Fantasy is going on its maiden voyage on March 31st, 2012 and bookings are open. So the scope of fun is expanding. All one needs to do is to choose from the several destinations that Disney Cruises sail to.

1. Alaska and Pacific Coast Cruises

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Alaska is one of the most mesmerizing places in the world. The glaciated valleys, the blue waters and the spectacular snow formations are things to savor. The historic mining towns and abundance of nature are equally attractive. The experience gets an enchanting edge when one visits these sites with Disney Cruise Lines. The cruise also calls on the Pacific Coast ports including San Francisco in the USA and Victoria in Canada. There are 2 cruises on offer. One starts from Vancouver and sails to Los Angeles while the other takes the reverse route. The ports of call of these voyages are the capital city of Alaska, Juneau; Ketchikan, the Salmon Capital of the World; the historical town of Skagway; Tracy arm, the scenic destination which is best experienced from the sea, Victoria in Cananda; Seattle, San Diego and San Francisco. There are six cruises on offer ranging from 5 to 7 seven days’ duration.

2. Bahamas

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Bahamas are synonymous with Caribbean vacations and Disney takes its passengers to the great beaches and sunshine. Obviously the experience is more than ordinary when cruising with Disney Cruise Lines. The ships sail to all those ports which make the Bahamas experience the best ever. The thrilling activities are suitable for all, the young, the adult and the seniors. The ships sail from the home port of Disney World in Port Canaveral to Disney’s Private Island, the Castaway Cay. On the way the ship calls on Nassau for giving the passengers an experience of the old world colonial days. The experience also includes great nightlife, natural beauty and all that leisure means to a man. The cruises on offer range are of 3, 4, 5 and 8 days’ duration.

3. Canada and New England Coast

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Those who want to have an experience of the maritime charm of the eastern coast of North America should not miss this cruise on offer from Disney Cruise Lines. As the ships set sail from New York and pass the coast of New England to Canada, one will get a glimpse of the quaint fishing villages, port cities and the costal life. There are 2 cruises on offer, a weekend gateway cruise starting from New York that sails along the coast and offers some great on-board entertainment; and another 5-day cruise which calls on Halifax, Nova Scotia and Saint John, New Brunswick. At Halifax, the passengers get to visit the University town and walk along the peaceful trails. Saint John offers an insight into the Victorian past of the region.

4. Caribbean

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The golden sands, the sun kissed beaches, the swaying palms, the aquamarine waters and plenty of activities are what describes Caribbean. When one books tickets on the Caribbean cruises of Disney Cruise Lines then this experience gets multiplied with the various on-board and on-shore activities and moments of enjoyment. The ports of call of the cruises are the scenic vacation destination of Costa Maya and Mayan ruins and vibrant reefs of Cozumel in Mexico; the azure waters of the Grand Cayman; the popular tourist destination of San Juan in Puerto Rico; the bargain shopping destinations of St. Thomas and St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands; the golden sunlit beaches of Tortola in the British Virgin Islands; the island of St. Marten and Key West, Florida. There are five cruises lasting from 6 to 8 days to choose from.

5. Hawaii

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This is the first time that Disney Cruises is sailing to the beautiful islands of Hawaii. It is one of the most cherished vacation locations in the world. There is no doubt that the combination of Hawaii and Disney Cruises will be a memorable event. The cruise will cover the four islands of Big Island, Maui, Oahu and Kauai. Oahu is also home to the new addition to the Disney family, Aulani, the Disney resort and spa. So the ports of call will be Hilo, Nawiliwili, Honolulu and Kahului. One will also have the opportunity to visit historic Pearl Harbor. Activities will include all possible adventure sports from snorkeling and swimming to parasailing and hiking. The cruise will be a 15 night extravaganza with the journey starting from Los Angeles to Hawaii and back with stop at Ensenada, Mexico.

6. Other Cruises

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Disney cruise lines also operate cruises to Mexican Riviera touching ports at Cabo San Lucas, Manzanillo, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta and Ensenada. One can enjoy the pristine beaches and secluded coves all along the coast, the colorful cities and of course the Mexican vivacity. Cruises to Europe are available on 7, 10 or 11 night Mediterranean cruise packages. The places touched include Gibraltar, Barcelona, Rome, the French Riviera, Cannes, Monte Carlo and Monaco, Naples and Palermo. One can even simply enjoy a Transatlantic crossing aboard the Disney Maigc on the eastward or westward voyage.

True to the Disney name, every Disney ship offers plenty of on-board activities and entertainment. So there are musicals, 3D movies and live performances to enliven the time at sea. There are plenty of youth activities and character experiences where the children get to spend time with the Disney characters. There are lots of adult and family activities too.  Each of the ships have more than one bar,  lounge, spa and café. Dining is one of the specialties on-board. All the ships have the main dining area and a number of casual dining locations, quick service dining and also adult exclusive dining.