CELEBRATION, Fla. (Jan. 18, 2007) -- Disney Cruise Line announced today that the Disney Magic cruise ship will return to the West Coast for the summer of 2008 to once again offer its highly popular seven-night Mexican Riviera sailings. Disney Cruise Line developed this special itinerary in response to overwhelmingly positive feedback about its original 2005 West Coast sailings and requests from guests who want to see the ship once again departing from the Port of Los Angeles. "Through Disney Cruise Line, we are able to offer people a different way to vacation with Disney outside of our theme parks, and we can take our ships to various parts of the world, providing new audiences with immersive Disney experiences," said Jay Rasulo, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. Beginning May 25, 2008, the Disney Magic is scheduled to sail 12 consecutive seven-night cruise vacations from the Port of Los Angeles to the Mexican Riviera ports of Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta.
Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa said, "The Disney Magic experience is unique, and it is only fitting that it return to the port of such a unique city, Los Angeles. The West Coast experience that Disney will offer exclusively out of the Port of Los Angeles will generate much business and tourism revenue that will bolster our local economy."

The itinerary for the Mexican Riviera sailings is as follows:

2008 West Coast Itinerary


Departing May 25; June 1; June 8; June 15; June 22; June 29; July 6; July 13; July 20; July 27; Aug. 3; Aug. 10.
 

Disney Cruise Line President Tom McAlpin said, "When we launched our first Disney Cruise Line Mexican Riviera sailings in 2005, the guest reaction to the itinerary was tremendous. We have a significant Disney Cruise Line fan base on the West Coast, and we look forward to taking the Disney Magic back to the Port of Los Angeles in 2008."

Significant enhancements have been made to the Disney Magic since its original West Coast sailings in 2005. Today, guests can enjoy poolside movies on a 24-by-14 foot jumbo LED screen, an expanded spa and fitness center exclusively for adults and a new youth activities space designed for children ages 10-14.

Guests booking a Mexican Riviera cruise can combine the enchantment of a Disney Cruise Line vacation with the fun and excitement of Disneyland Resort by booking a two-night pre- or post-stay at one of Disney's three Anaheim resort hotels.

In addition to the 12 Mexican Riviera cruises, Disney Cruise Line will offer two 15-night repositioning cruises through the Panama Canal. The Disney Magic will depart Port Canaveral and head west on May 10, 2008, with the return cruise to Florida scheduled for Aug. 17, 2008.

2008 Panama Canal Cruises

Departing May 10, 2008 

Departing August 17, 2008 

Rates for the Mexican Riviera cruises start at $1,599 per person, and the Panama Canal repositioning cruises start at $1,699 per person. Both special itineraries will be available to book starting Jan. 31, 2007.


[Editor's Note: The agreement between the Port of Los Angeles and Disney Cruise Line is scheduled to be ratified during the Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners meeting at 6 p.m. on Jan. 18, 2007.]


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New Itineraries and Pixie-Dusted Enhancements Await Disney Cruise Line Guests in 2007
CELEBRATION, Fla. -- With the elegant style of classic ocean liners and upgraded amenities worthy of a palace, the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder are setting sail in style during 2007. The Disney Magic will for the first time call on ports in Spain, Italy and France throughout the summer. The Disney Wonder was recently refurbished to include a spa makeover, jumbo poolside LED screen and a new toddler splash-zone for non-potty trained children.
 

Itineraries -- Throughout the entire year, Disney Wonder offers fun and excitement as it voyages to the popular port of Nassau, the Bahamian capital teeming with tropical and historic sights. Guests then sail on to Castaway Cay, where the livin' is easy and the fun is non-stop. A tropical paradise fringed with palms and framed by sparkling seas, the island offers special amenities for kids, teens and adults. Disney Magic voyages promise plenty of adventure in 2007. The tropics envelop guests who embark on Eastern and Western Caribbean sailings to white-sand beaches and colorful island towns and villages. Beginning May 26 and continuing through August, Disney Magic ventures "across the pond" for 10- and- 11-night itineraries that include Barcelona, Spain; Palermo, Sicily; Naples, Italy; Olbia, Sardinia; Rome; Florence, Italy; and Marseille, France.
Entertainment -- Princesses and other popular Disney characters rule the stage while pirates take over the deck to keep guests entertained nightly aboard Disney Cruise Line. An accomplished cast, elaborate costumes, lavish sets, surprising special effects and classic Disney tunes as well as original compositions enrich the shows shown in the 977-seat Walt Disney Theatre, which include:
"The Golden Mickeys," a salute to Walt Disney and his legacy of animation magic with theatrical song and dance, animated film, video and some of the most technologically advanced special effects at sea. "Disney Dreams," a bedtime story featuring Peter Pan, Belle and the Beast, Aladdin, Cinderella, Ariel and many other popular Disney characters who help a young girl realize the power of her dreams. "Hercules -- The Muse-ical," a musical comedy in which the title hero teams up with a motley villain, a Greek goddess, two wacky sidekicks and, of course, the muses to deliver romance, laughs and sensational songs from the Disney animated hit film, "Hercules." (Disney Wonder only) "Twice Charmed: An Original Twist on the Cinderella Story," which begins where the original ended and features Cinderella, Prince Charming and other favorites from the classic fairy tale, plus a zany new character. (Disney Magic only) During each cruise, guests also can join in the fun of the "Pirates IN the Caribbean" dinner and deck party, an evening of adventure beginning with a feast fit for a pirate and continuing with a duel between Captain Hook and Captain Mickey. Guests don bandanas, stunt performers rappel from atop the ship's funnel and the night sky illuminates in a blaze of fireworks. First-run films and classic Disney features play daily in the state-of-the-art Buena Vista Theatre. And now guests can chill out on lounge chairs and enjoy movies and major sporting events on a jumbo LED screen located poolside on Deck 9.
Dining -- The novel dining experience aboard Disney Cruise Line rotates guests through three imaginatively themed restaurants during the cruise -- the casually elegant Lumiere's (Disney Magic) or Triton's (Disney Wonder), the whimsical, island-inspired Parrot Cay and Animator's Palate, where Disney animation paints the evening with living color. For adults, Palo offers an elegant dining alternative with sweeping ocean views and northern Italian cuisine. On longer cruises, champagne brunch and afternoon high tea draw adults back to Palo during the day, and the entire family can enjoy the Disney character breakfast or tea with Wendy. The casual Topsider Buffet (Disney Magic) or Beach Blanket Buffet (Disney Wonder) serves up a bounty of great tastes for a laid-back breakfast or lunch.
Youth Activities -- Peter Pan might never grow up given the choices of activities in the Oceaneer Club (ages 3-7), Oceaneer Lab (8-12) and The Stack or Aloft (teens only). In fact, Oceaneer Club is themed to Peter Pan's Neverland and Captain Hook's pirate ship, offering a storybook escape where kids can scramble around a rope bridge and slide, watch movies and participate in activities that sometimes include Disney's popular cast of characters. Activities are broken down further by specific age groups -- children ages 3 and 4 can dance with Snow White, engage in craft activities or join Sebastian's Musical Sea Search; kids 5-7 can dig into some funny science by creating a sticky-green goo like Flubber or learn how to draw Mickey Mouse in an animation workshop.
Oceaneer Lab offers older kids a chance to check themselves in and out of activities at parents' discretion. This virtual world of fun includes a video wall with wireless controllers, flat-screen computers with "family-rated" software, plus loads of other age-related toys and activities. Fun stuff for kids 8-9 includes building your own volcano, baking cookies and producing wacky radio commercials with sound effects. Ten- to 12-year-olds can participate in a trivia game show, search for clues in a Mystery Challenge and join friends at a nighttime pool party. At The Stack (Disney Magic) and Aloft (Disney Wonder), teens have their own dance floor, Internet café and lounge with big-screen plasma TVs -- even the counselors are cool. Teens who want to get involved can join in poolside games, learn the latest hip-hop dance moves and tap into some karaoke to find their inner rock star. And the brand-new Ocean Quest hangout, found only on the Disney Magic, offers a fourth onboard location just for youth activities. The nautical-themed space is filled with computer and video games and arts and crafts activities. Plasma screens show movies, and a simulator game, complete with kid-size replica of the ship's bridge and LCD screen "windows" with views from the actual bridge, lets kids steer the Disney Magic in and out of ports around the world. The youngest sailors (12 weeks to 3 years old) get special care at Flounder's Reef Nursery so that parents get some down time to explore the ship on their own. Adult Activities -- First-rate pampering is in store for guests who seize the opportunity to enjoy the newly expanded Vista Spa and Salon complete with indoor spa treatment suites attached to breezy, private outdoor verandas. The 10,700-square-foot Vista Spa includes a spacious fitness area -- recently doubled in size -- with cardio and weight-training equipment, spinning classes, and even private salons designed for Pilates instruction and one-on-one beauty and fitness consultations. Nighttime is for burning up the dance floor at WaveBands (Disney Wonder) or Rockin' Bar D (Disney Magic). And there's room for romance at the Cadillac Lounge (Disney Wonder) or Sessions (Disney Magic), where live piano music pairs perfectly with drinks and hors d'oeuvres. Game devotees can play board games or watch sporting events at Diversions, a classy sports pub with every amenity. Enrichment programs for adults include a wine tasting and a behind-the-scenes peek at onboard entertainment. The Quiet Cove Pool with adjoining whirlpool spas is a haven for adults, and on the private island Castaway Cay, Serenity Bay is just for adults with a private beach, open-air bar, couples' hammocks and private massage cabanas.

Toddler Splash Zone Specific to the Disney Wonder, this brand-new 385-square-foot toddler water-play pool features star- and moon-shaped interactive fountains and splash zones.
Jumbo Screen at Goofy Pool MOVIE MAGIC Guests aboard Disney Cruise Line can now enjoy poolside movies and entertainment on a brand-new, state-of-the-art jumbo LED screen. Families can gather at the Goofy Pool and watch classic Disney animated or live-action movies on the giant 24-by-14-foot screen.
Spa Villas RELAXATION AND ROMANCE A romantic escape awaits couples in the private indoor/outdoor spa villas at the Vista Spa and Salon aboard Disney Cruise Line.
Ocean Quest CAPTIANS IN TRAINING In Ocean Quest, the newest area exclusively for children aboard the Disney Magic, kids can pretend they're in control as they sit in a captain's chair and use a simulation game to steer the ship in and out of various ports of call.