Adventures by Disney Adds More Fun for Adults in 2020 with New Experiences in Select Destinations

Whether you are searching for a romantic couple's getaway, an unforgettable girls' trip or an all-adult family vacation with something everyone will enjoy, Adventure by DisneyⓇ is creating more ways for Guests to add a touch of sophistication and a dash of pixie dust to their next adventure.

As part of our amazing lineup of guided group vacations coming in 2020, they're adding more adult-exclusive departures than ever before with adult-only dates for more than 30 incredible destinations and tours, including land-based adventures and European river cruises. What's more, Adventures by Disney has developed brand-new experiences just for adults for many of these itineraries, further tailoring these trip for grown-up Guests.

With so many incredible options to choose from, it might be difficult for you to choose the right trip. To help get you started, we've highlighted some of our favorite new adult-only programming below....

 For the History Buff: Egypt

Egypt is a history lover's paradise, and you are going to be completely immersed in the rich stories and alluring mysteries of this ancient land when they launch an Egypt vacation next year. In addition to visiting famous pyramids, fascinating temples and even King Tutankhamen's tomb, the adult-only itinerary offers an extra special treat - an exclusive VIP tour of the conservation rooms at the brand-new Grand Egyptian Museum! This privately guided activity delivers up-close encounters with some of the unpreserved and uncovered ancient artifacts kept in the museum's private rooms.

For the Nature Enthusiast: Iceland

Iceland is the perfect trip for outdoor enthusiasts. This itinerary is chock full of stunning views - waterfalls, volcanoes, hot springs, you name it! - and outdoor excursions such as glacier hiking, river rafting and more. On top of all that, select adult-exclusive Iceland departures will include a chance to see one of the most beautiful natural wonders of the world during a new private nighttime excursion in search of the Northern Lights! This upgraded itinerary also features experiences just for adults.

For the Unique Experience Seeker: Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos

If you enjoy unique cultural experiences, the Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos trip is a great option. They've added a breathtaking new experience on the adult-only itinerary: An invitation to attend a special ancestral ceremony hosted by a senior village shaman, followed by food and drink prepared by the healer's family. This once-in-a-lifetime event complements the comprehensive roster of immersive experiences on this trip, and additional new adult programming includes hands-on culinary activities like mango carving and coffee tasting.

For the Theater Lover: China

Did you know the color of a performer's mask in traditional Chinese theater represents their character's emotions? In 2020, the Adventures by Disney adult-exclusive China itinerary will take you behind-the-scenes at the Sichuan "face-changing" opera to observe the intricate makeup techniques used by performers when getting stage-ready. This is just one of many unique ways you can experience the traditions and history of China during this 12-day vacation that transports you to the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and more. The 2020 adult-exclusive itinerary also features a new tuk-tuk foodie tour of Chengdu and a private archeologist guide at the Terracotta Museum in Xi'an.

For the Home Chef: Costa Rica

Home cooks of every skill level will love discovering the secret to making the perfect ceviche, a traditional South American dish, during a private cooking lesson in Costa Rica. During this new adult-only experience for 2020, you will learn how to make delicious local recipes and enjoy a selection of artisanal beers. And that'll be just one of countless indulgences during this vacation, which also includes a privately guided chocolate tour, a dip in the local hot springs and a VIP catamaran excursion,

These adult-exclusive itineraries, along with other 2020 vacations, are available and select departures are eligible for savings of up to $750 off per person if you book early. In the meantime stay tuned for more details!

Thank you Disney Travel News! 

5 Reasons Why a Cruise Aboard the Disney Dream is a Dream Come True

Today we're sharing 5 reasons that a cruise aboard the Disney Dream is a dream come true for you and your family. Take a look!

1. It's the perfect option for a land and sea vacation. A short cruise aboard the Disney Dream is best when combined with a visit to a Disney Park. The Disney Dream departs from Port Canaveral, Florida, less than an hour drive from Walt Disney WorldⓇ Resort, so you and your family can easily extend your 3- or 4- night cruise into a weeklong Disney vacation. 

2. All Disney Dream cruises visit a dreamy private island. The views on Castaway Cay are like something out of a movie, with pristine white-sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters. The best part is that this sliver of paradise is fitted with everything you and your family need for a day at the beach, including lounge chairs, umbrellas, hammocks, water activities and an all-you-care-to-eat lunch buffet.

3. You and your family will be enchanted by a tale as old as time. In a whole new way. Exclusively on the Disney Dream, "Beauty and the Beast" is the newest Disney Cruise Line musical to hit the stage aboard the ships. The production was developed by a team of talented Broadway artists who adapted the story for the stage with innovative puppetry, cutting-edge theatrical design and breakthrough story-telling techniques.

4. Everyone in the family will be entertained. Like all Disney ships, the Disney Dream has venues and activities designed specifically for each member of the family. While the kids are piloting the Millennium Falcon and making new friends in the youth spaces, the grown-ups can live it up in The District - a playground just for adults in the evenings. Of course, there's a ton for the family to do together, too, like our deck parties, live shows and the thrilling AquaDuck water coaster.

5. There are plenty of ways for you and your family to treat yourself. Whether if you indulge in fine dining at Remy and Palo, a luxurious treatment at Senses Spa or a decadent dessert at Vanellope's, you can spoil yourself and your loved ones all day long. To surprise the kids with something extra-special, book an appointment at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique for a princess, knight, or pirate makeover so they can feel like the royalty they truly are!

Disney Destination: Falmouth, Jamaica

Falmouth offers something for every taste and interest. Explore Falmouth with an adventurous ride along the Martha Brae River aboard a 30-foot bamboo raft. Or, for a relaxing trip through time, take a horse-and-buggy ride across town. When you’re ready to stop time, simply unwind on some of the world's best beaches.

Dunn’s River Falls
Just east of Falmouth is Ocho Rios, known for Dunn's River Falls—a spectacular waterfall that attracts thousands of visitors each year.

Montego Bay
Travel west to reach Montego Bay and the beaches of Negril. Here, you're perfectly positioned to discover the best of Jamaica.

Appleton Estate
Venture further inland to Appleton Estate to learn about rum production, sample wet sugar and taste different rum varieties.

Dolphin Cove
Chart a course to this marine attraction where you can swim with dolphins, interact with stingrays, snorkel alongside sharks and explore sunken ships.

You can check it all out in the video below! Just click the link!!!
https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/ports/falmouth-jamaica/

Disney Destination: George Town, Grand Cayman (video)

There is plenty to see and do in Grand Cayman! Hike through a 65-acre woodland reserve, visit a seaside village with a curious name and shop 'til you drop on George Town's fashionable Cardinal Avenue. If you choose to take a tour, don't miss the rum cake samples at the rum factory—but beware, the rum is real!

Shopping
Watches, china, perfumes, jewelry, leather, rum cakes, local crafts and treasure coins are available at reduced prices at George Town's shops on Grand Cayman. Meander your way through the main district on Cardinal Avenue, home to well-known jewelers, galleries specializing in local artwork and clothing boutiques. In April, you can also celebrate Cayfest with musicians, cooks and artists!

Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park
Discover a treasure trove of mahoganies, agave thickets, native palms and cacti in this peaceful 65-acre woodland reserve, along with such animal species as the Cayman blue iguana, the West Indian whistling duck and the majestic Cayman parrot.

Hell
Send a postcard from this seaside village's post office and add a quirky postmark to your collection of souvenirs and curiosities. There are also novelty items to purchase "from Hell,” and photos to snap along Hell's beautiful coastline, which—paradoxically—looks like sheer paradise. A guided tour of Hell is available as part of various Port Adventures.

Pedro St. James Historic Site
History springs to life at the birthplace of democracy in the Cayman Islands. Once known as Pedro Castle, this structure was built in 1780. The picturesque structure burned to the ground in 1989, but has been meticulously restored and declared a national landmark.

Cayman Islands National Museum
Visit this marvelous museum, dedicated to preserving artifacts related to the history and culture of the islands. Located in buildings dating back to the late 19th century, the museum showcases time-tested methods of rope-making, fishing and roof-thatching.

You can check it all out in the video below! Just click the link!

https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/ports/grand-cayman-cayman-islands/

Disney Destination: Costa Maya, Mexico (video)

Discover the sites and attractions of a destination with natural wonders on both land and sea.

Shopping
Mayan Pavilion Park is a retail mall with a cultural twist, conveniently located at the port. Here, you’ll find arts and crafts kiosks, restaurants, bars, saltwater pools and fantastic shops.

Chacchoben
Costa Maya's most famous landmark, the ruins at Chacchoben, was constructed by the Mayans around 350 A.D. and includes awe-inspiring stone temples and pyramids. Still undergoing excavation, this ancient city invites all who visit to walk in the shadow of Mexico's wondrous past.

Uvero Beach
For those who want to kick up their feet and just relax, Costa Maya's beaches are as abundant as they are beautiful. Costa Maya includes a number of picture-perfect, white-sand beaches with eateries and various shopping opportunities located nearby. The most popular beach is Uvero Beach, located about 20 miles north of the Mahahual town.

Banco Chinchorro
Snorkelers and divers will surely want to explore this natural reef, considered to be the largest in Mexico and the second largest in the world. The reserve is home to a vast array of underwater wildlife and a number of shipwrecks.

You can check it all out in the video below! Just click the link!

https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/ports/costa-maya-mexico/#Close

Disney Destination: Castaway Cay (video)

Castaway Cay visitors find an island completely outfitted for premium family leisure. Ample amenities include sprawling beaches, sparkling lagoons teeming with curious sea life, splash-worthy water play areas, scenic walking trails, open-air BBQ dining locations serving complimentary meals, 2 shops featuring Castaway Cay gifts and souvenirs, free tram transportation around the island and more.

Take advantage of Disney Character Greetings, including a Dance Party with Lilo and Stitch. When you’re ready for some solo time, supervision for children ages 3 through 12 by Disney counselors is available at Scuttle's Cove, an on-island kid’s club.

Castaway Family Beach
Find your place in the sun at this gorgeous beach set aside especially for family fun. Have a blast sailing, paddling a kayak, or swimming and snorkeling in the blue lagoon. With your family in mind, we’ve laid out a feast at Cookie's BBQ. You can also take advantage of a host of good-time activities, from lively music and dancing at the Gazebo to tetherball, volleyball and soccer at the Sports Beach. Children can even engage in an array of supervised games at the fanciful In Da Shade Game Pavilion!

Snorkeling Lagoon
Snorkelers of all skill levels will be enchanted by the undersea realm of marine life off Castaway Family Beach. Novices can follow the Discover Trail, while more experienced snorkelers may wish to tackle the Explorer Trail. Keep an eye out for the hidden Mickey!

Serenity Bay
Escape to this secluded, adults-only oasis reserved exclusively for adults 18 years of age and over. There, you can unwind in the heart of serenity, treating yourself to such offerings as an open-air cabana massage under the swaying palm trees, or frozen specialty drinks at the Castaway Air Bar. Air Bar BBQ has hearty fare and savory dishes to satisfy your appetite when hunger strikes.

Pelican Plunge
This 2,400-square-foot floating platform—adorned with nautical Flotsam and Jetsam. At this water-play area and platform, which celebrates the island's native pelicans, take a ride on one of the 2 twisting water slides that carry you into the refreshing lagoon. Or, get soaked by the giant "bucket dump" that sprays hundreds of gallons of water on eagerly awaiting bathers beneath.

Spring-a-Leak
Kids can cool off at this 2,400-square-foot water play area and quench their thirst for adventure by exploring the “remnants” of a washed-away beach dwelling. The splashing fun begins as they enter the storm-ravaged structure and are greeted by dripping pipes, broken plumbing and hissing misters that have been exposed and twisted by the tropical tempest that “wiped out” the original structure.

Teen Hideout
Teen Hideout is just what it’s named for: a place where teens 14 to17 years of age can lounge—carefree—in their very own slice of paradise.

Scuttle's Cove
The youngest cruisers will enjoy this kid’s club—a "hub" of youth activities supervised by Disney counselors from the ship. This sandy play spot features a whimsical water play area: a 1,200-square-foot soft wet deck area provides fresh-water fun with an array of pop jets, geysers and bubblers. With organized activities and Monstro's Point—a giant whale-bone excavation site—kids will be delighted all day long. (A limited number of all-terrain wheelchairs can be obtained here.)

In Da Shade Game Pavilion
Take a break from the sun to play games, such as table tennis, foosball, billiards and basketball, inside this shaded structure, centrally located near Castaway Family Beach.

Sports Beach
Meet at the Sports Beach for beloved beach pastimes, including volleyball and tetherball.

Character Greetings
Throughout the day, meet and befriend some favorite Disney Characters at the Post Office, Gazebo, gangway and elsewhere on Castaway Cay. These are perfect moments for photo-snapping!

Boat Rentals
Set sail in the boat of your choice and embark on a breezy excursion atop the crystal-blue waters of Castaway Cay. Choose a sleek 1-person sea kayak, a charming 4-person paddleboat, a fun 2-person aqua trike or an active stand-up paddleboard for your water adventure!

Shopping
Check out exclusive beachwear, hats, souvenirs and collectible pins with the Castaway Cay logo—all on sale at She Sells Sea Shells...and Everything Else! The Disney cruise staff will be happy to deliver your purchases to the ship.

Olaf's Summertime Freeze
This wintry watering hole features specialty frozen drinks in souvenir cups. Visit Olaf's Summertime Freeze near the Pelican Point tram stop, by Castaway Cay Family Beach.

Gil's Fins and Boats
Rent snorkel gear for all family members, along with kayaks, paddleboats, aqua trikes and other water equipment for your day as a marine adventurer.

Flippers & Floats
Rent inner tubes, snorkel masks and fins from this festive location.

You can check it all out in the video below! Just click the link! :)

https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/ports/castaway-cay/#Close

Disney destination Cozumel, Mexico (video)

Cozumel, Mexico 

Disney's Western Caribbean Cruises

Destination Details

Enchantment abounds in an island city off the eastern coast of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula.

Local Culture and Flavor
Cozumel is approximately 30 miles long and 9 miles wide, with a population of about 175,000. Life on the island itself is rich in Mayan and Mexican culture. The majority of Cozumel residents live in San Miguel, leaving the rest of the island largely untouched and covered in lush vegetation. Heavily dependent on its thriving tourist trade, Cozumel holds irresistible attractions for vacationers interested in bargain shopping, island life, leisure, water sports and archaeological curiosities. The famous Pre-Columbian Xelha Mayan ruins are a perennial draw, and a unique place to visit for a taste of the island's ancient history.

Past and Present
The site of an old civilization indeed, Cozumel was settled by Mayans by the first century AD. They considered the site sacred to the Moon Goddess, Ixchel. The Spanish arrived at the island in 1518 and it became an outpost for pirates until 1848, when warfare in the Yucatan drove refugees to settle there. A boom in visitors occurred after 1959, when the famed Jacques Cousteau publicized Cozumel's coral reefs as among the best in the world for scuba diving. Today, Guests of Disney Cruise Line can let their imaginations take flight in the island the Mayans named Cozumel, also known as the "Island of the Swallows,” so long ago.

 

Click the link below to see what awaits you!

https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/ports/cozumel-mexico/?CMP=SEC-DCLShareEmaildisney-cruise-line-cozumel-video#media=0/0/0/0

Disney's Southern Caribbean Cruise

~7 Nights~

•  ranges from $5,300-$10,000

• prices for families with 2 adults/2 kids

7-Night Southern Caribbean 

Disney Wonder from San Juan, PR 

*Enjoy 2 days at sea

2020 Sail Date: Jan 19

Destinations: St. John's Antigua/ Kralendijk, Bonaire/ Oranjestad, Aruba/ Willemstad, Curcao

7-Night Southern Caribbean

Disney Wonder from San Juan, PR

*Enjoy 1 day at sea

2020 Sail Date: Jan 26

Destinations: St. John's, Antigua/ Philipsburg, St. Maarten/ Forte-de-France, Martinique/ Bridgetown, Barbados/  Castries, St. Lucia

Disney's Eastern Caribbean Cruise

~5-Night~

• Ranges from $4,017-$10,863
• prices for families with 2 adults/2 kids

5-night Eastern Caribbean

Disney Magic from San Juan, PR ending in Miami, FL

*Enjoy 1 day at sea

2019 Sail Date: Nov 15

Destinations: Basseterre, St. Kitts/Disney Castaway Cay

5-night Eastern Caribbean 

Disney Magic from San Juan, PR ending in Miami, FL

*Enjoy 1 day at sea

2020 Sail Date: Nov 7

Destinations: St. John's Antigua/ St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands/Disney Castaway Cay

5-night Eastern Caribbean

*Enjoy 3 days at sea

Disney Magic from New York, NY ending in San Juan, PR

2019 Sail Date: Nov 7

Destination: St. John's Antigua

~6 Night~

• ranges from $3,726-$7,926
• prices for families with 2 adults/2 kids

6-Night Eastern Caribbean

Disney Magic from New York, NY ending in San Juan, PR

*Enjoy 3 days at sea

2020 Sail Date: Nov 1

Destinations: Tortola, British Virgin/Philipsburg, St. Maarten

~7 Night~

7-Night Eastern Caribbean 

•  ranges from $5,300-$10,000
• prices for families with 2 adults/2 kids

Disney Fantasy from Port Canaveral, FL

*Enjoy 3 days at sea

2019 Sail Dates: Sep 7, 21/ Oct 5/ Nov 2, 16, 30/ Dec 14+, 28

2020 Sail Dates: Jan 11*, 25*/ Feb 8*, 22*/ Mar 7/ Apr 4, 18/ May 2, 16, 20/ Jun 13/ Jul 11, 25/ Aug 8/ Sep 12/ Nov 14/ Dec 12, 26

Destinations: Tortola, British Virgin Islands/ St. Thomas, U.S Virgin Islands/ Disney Castaway Cay

Any date with + or * by them indicates destination change, something special at sea, or both

*includes Star Wars Day at Sea

+San Juan, PR instead of St. Thomas, U.S, Virgin Islands

~8 Nights~

• ranges from $9,781.20-$33,733.20
• prices for families with 2 adults/2 kids

8-Night Eastern Caribbean

Disney Fantasy from Port Canaveral, FL

*Enjoy 3 days at sea

2019 Sail Date: Oct 19

2020 Sail Date: Mar 21

Destinations: Basseterre, St. Kitts/ St. John's, Antigua/ San Juan, Puerto Rico/ Disney Castaway Cay

8- Night Eastern Caribbean

Disney Fantasy from Port Canaveral, FL

*Enjoy 3 days at sea

2020 Sail Date: Nov 28

Destinations: Philipsburg, St. Maarten/ St. John's Antigua/ St. Thomas, U.S Virgin Islands/ Disney Castaway Cay

~9 Night~

• $12,401.88-$14,885.88
• prices for families with 2 adults/2 kids

9-Night Eastern Caribbean

Disney Fantasy from Port Canaveral, FL

*Enjoy 3 days at sea

2020 Sail Date: Jun 27

Destinations: Basseterre, St. Kitts/ Forte-de-France, Martinique/ St. John's, Antigua/ St. Thomas, U.S, Virgin Islands/ Disney Castaway Cay