Category: Disney Signature Experiences
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New Dining and Retail Locations Announced for the Cotino Bay Beach, Dining, Shops Town Center
Cotino – A Storyliving by Disney Community continues to grow. This beautiful oasis in the middle of Rancho Mirage allows residents to live in a community that celebrates the natural beauty that surrounds it and adds a dash of Disney magic. Daps Magic was invited to tour Cotino last year. It really is unlike anything…
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Disney Cruise Line Accelerates Expansion of Fleet
Disney Cruise Line is accelerating how quickly it expands its fleet. During an earnings call this week, Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro revealed a new timeline for the arrival of new ships to the Disney fleet. When the expanded fleet of 13 ships was announced in 2024, the original plan was for them all to be…
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Disney Reveals First Look at Entryway of Asteria – A Storyliving by Disney Community
Asteria – A Storyliving by Disney Community is being built in North Carolina. It is the second Storyliving by Disney community, with the first, Cotino, in Rancho Mirage, California. For those who have been following Daps Magic’s coverage of Storyliving by Disney, it is easy to see that Disney is all in on the details…
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Two Tours on the Disney Wonder
Earlier this year, Daps Magic was invited by Disney to go on a media cruise aboard the Disney Wonder. The Disney Wonder is the second ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Even though it is nearly 30 years old, it is still as magical as ever. This cruise was very special. It sailed out…
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Travel + Leisure Magazine Names Disney Cruise Line Best Large-Ship Ocean Cruise Line
Disney Cruise Line has been the premier cruise line experience since 1998, and now Travel + Leisure‘s World’s Best Awards has named the Disney Cruise Line the Best Large-Ship Ocean Cruise Line. The mission at Travel + Leisure is to inform and inspire passionate travelers. This is done through the celebration of travel and by providing service…
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Details About Disney Believe to Be Revealed During October Livestream
The Disney Believe is the next ship that is currently being built and will be joining the Disney Cruise Line in 2027. Since it was initially announced, fans have been anxiously waiting to learn more about this ship. Soon, new details will be revealed about this Wish-class ship. Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line announced…
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Kraft Heinz and Disney Announce Strategic Alliance
Kraft Heinz and Disney have announced a new strategic alliance. This sees Kraft Heinz products now being served in the Disney Parks. This partnership will include foodservice, media, and more. It will provide a new platform for innovation and storytelling to reach families where they connect with Disney and Kraft Heinz brands at home, on…
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From Studying Law to Captain of the Disney Wish: Meet Captain Maria
Captain Maria is Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship captain. She recently took the helm of the Disney Wish. This is not at all where her career started, however. Captain Maria originally studied law. However, a simple ferry ride led to a career change that changed the course of her life quite significantly. Disney shared a Q&A…
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A Day at Sea | Day 2 Aboard the Disney Wonder
There is nothing quite like waking up out at sea, surrounded by miles of beautiful blue ocean. In this video, Daps Magic recaps an absolutely jam-packed, magical day at sea aboard the Disney Wonder while cruising off the coast of Mexico and California. From royal encounters and baby races to spectacular dining animations, here is…
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Check Out All The Deals Available for Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Disney Cruise Line
Summer is here, and people have vacation on the mind. There are plenty of deals available for those looking to vacation at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, or the Disney Cruise Line. In all of these destinations, some discounts can be used to get the most out of a vacation and a budget. This summer, there…
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GUIDE: Lilo & Stitch Experiences Around the Globe
Happy 626 Day! This day is all about celebrating Experiment 626. Also known as Stitch day, this is a day when fans of this furry friend come together and show their love for this iconic character. This is a celebration that focuses on the themes of friendship and ‘ohana that turned this 2002 animated film…
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Disney Cruise Line Featured as Season 3 of ‘Behind the Attraction’ Arrives on Disney+
Season 3 of Behind the Attraction has debuted on Disney+. Two new episodes of the series focus on the Disney Cruise Line! This two-episode special event looks at the storytelling, innovation, and immersive experiences that have redefined vacations at sea in a way that only Disney can. The first episode looks into the story of…
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Magical Island Adventure Now Available for Travelers in Singapore
In collaboration with Disney Cruise Line Singapore, Disney is bringing that onboard magic directly to the shore for travelers who aren’t quite ready to pack their cruise bags just yet. Disney Cruise Line has officially partnered with the Sentosa Development Corporation to launch “A Magical Island Adventure: Let’s Set Sail with Disney Cruise Line.” Now through September 20,…
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Disney Cruise Line Updates Carry-On Alcohol Policy
The Disney Cruise Line has updated its alcohol policy that governs what may or may not be brought on board, along with how it can be brought on board. The new policy went into effect on June 3, 2026. In short, it allows a guest to carry on one 6-pack of beer or 1 bottle…
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Day One on the Disney Wonder for a First Disney Cruise
Earlier this spring, Daps Magic was invited to go on its first Disney Cruise Line media trip. This cruise was aboard the Disney Wonder. It departed San Diego and had stops at Catalina and Ensenada, Mexico. This was a four-night cruise that was full of magic with no shortage of memories being made. The first…
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Father’s Legacies Honored by Disney Ahead of Father’s Day
There are some incredible cast member stories to be found in the Disney parks around the globe. As Father’s Day nears, Disney has shared just a few of these from Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, and the Disney Cruise Line. It shows how the legacies of several fathers continue on in The Walt Disney…
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Disney Cruise Line Conservation Efforts Recognized by Vancouver Port
Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has recognized the Disney Cruise Line for its conservation efforts. This comes in the form of the 2025 Blue Circle Award from the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority. This honor was given to Disney Cruise Line for its “continued participation in the port’s voluntary EcoAction Program and commitment to operating responsibly.” The…
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The Magic of Unreasonable Hospitality on Disney Cruise Line
Just a few weeks ago, we were invited by Disney for our first-ever sailing on Disney Cruise Line. While Mr. Daps and I have sailed on a few different cruise lines together, we had always heard that Disney was on a different level. As we immersed ourselves in everything the Disney Wonder had to offer,…
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Disney Partners with AccuWeather for Disney Parks Weather App
Disney and AccuWeather have teamed up on a new app that will help guests plan for park visits by knowing weather reports. The new app, called Disney Weather Check, will allow guests to check the weather before (and as) they visit their favorite Disney destination. This will include Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Aulani,…
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A Wonder-ful Bison Adventure on Catalina Island
Recently, Daps Magic was invited by Disney to go on a cruise aboard the Disney Wonder. This cruise sailed out of San Diego and had stops at Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. The ship itself was full of magical offerings and experiences, and honestly, there really didn’t seem to be any reason to get off…
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Disney Cruise Line Announces Special 2-Episode ‘Behind the Attraction’ Special
New episodes of Behind the Attraction are coming to Disney+. Today, the Disney Cruise Line announced that a 2-episode special of the series will premiere on Disney+ on June 24, 2026. This new special will focus on the story of the Disney Cruise Line. It will go back to the origins of the Disney Cruise…
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Disney Experiences Chairman Thomas Mazloum Picks New Leaders for Walt Disney World, Disney Signature Experiences, and Disneyland Paris
The game of musical chairs of Disney leadership continues at The Walt Disney Company. After the elevation of former Disney Experience Chairman Josh D’Amaro to the role of Disney CEO, the former Disneyland President Thomas Mazloum was promoted to the role of leading Disney Experiences. This set off one round of musical chairs that saw…
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Max Lowe and National Geographic Expeditions Share How to Travel Like an Expert and Explore Yellowstone
Max Lowe said, “Photography turns exploration into curiosity, and curiosity allows for a deeper connection with a place or experience.” This is at the core of what it is to travel with an Expedition Expert on a National Geographic Expeditions trip. This is all about slowing things down, looking closer at them, and fully experiencing…
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VIDEO: Haunted Mansion Parlor on the Disney Destiny
The Disney Cruise Line has some incredible experiences throughout its fleet of ships. From entertainment to restaurants, to activities, and more, there is no shortage of things to do or discover on these magical ships. One of the incredible experiences that can be found aboard the Disney Treasure and the Disney Destiny is the Haunted…