Disney Cruise Line Announces First-Ever Mediterranean Cruises with calls in Spain, Italy and France
CELEBRATION, Fla.-- For the first time, Disney Cruise Line is adding European flair to its itinerary offerings, repositioning the Disney Magic for the summer of 2007 to the Port of Barcelona in Spain and offering alternating 10-night and 11-night Mediterranean cruise vacations to Europe.
"Our guests have told us they would love to take a European vacation, but all of the planning and logistics can be daunting. These special sailings will offer a hassle-free way to experience the beauty and culture of Europe combined with the fun of a Disney cruise," said Disney Cruise Line President Tom McAlpin.
With eight European ports of call, which provide gateways to familiar cities such as Florence, Rome, Pisa and Cannes, these new Mediterranean itineraries present the family vacation of a lifetime.
"The flexibility and mobility of Disney Cruise Line allow us to offer guests a new way to explore other parts of the world while enjoying a world-class cruise experience," said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Jay Rasulo. "Disney Cruise Line is a model for the way we are expanding our family vacation business worldwide by offering new experiences the whole family can enjoy."
The four 11-night itineraries depart on Saturdays: May 26, June 16, July 7 and July 28; while the four 10-night itineraries depart on Wednesdays: June 6, June 27, July 18 and Aug. 8. Both itineraries will depart from Barcelona for the summer.
Special 2007 Mediterranean Cruises to Europe
| 10-Night Itinerary |
| Wednesday | Barcelona, Spain (embarkation) |
| Thursday | At Sea |
| Friday | Palermo, Sicily |
| Saturday | Naples, Italy (Pompeii) |
| Sunday | Olbia, Sardinia |
| Monday | Civitavecchia, Italy (Rome) |
| Tuesday | La Spezia, Italy (Florence & Pisa) |
| Wednesday | Marseille, France |
| Thursday | Villefranche, France |
| Friday | At Sea |
| Saturday | Barcelona, Spain (debarkation) |
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| 11 Night Itinerary |
| Saturday | Barcelona, Spain (embarkation) |
| Sunday | At Sea |
| Monday | Palermo, Sicily |
| Tuesday | Naples, Italy (Pompeii) |
| Wednesday | Olbia, Sardinia |
| Thursday | Civitavecchia, Italy (Rome) |
| Friday | At Sea |
| Saturday | La Spezia, Italy (Florence & Pisa) |
| Sunday | Marseille, France |
| Monday | Villefranche, France |
| Tuesday | At Sea |
| Wednesday | Barcelona, Spain (debarkation) |
In addition to the Mediterranean cruises, two 14-night trans-Atlantic sailings bookend the 10- and 11-night adventures with the eastbound itinerary departing from Port Canaveral, Fla., May 12, and the westbound starting from the Port of Barcelona, Aug. 18.
Starting rates for the Mediterranean 10- and 11-night itineraries range from $2,399 to $3,499 and are based on double occupancy.
Guests interested in booking a Mediterranean cruise to Europe with Disney Cruise Line should call (888)-DCL-2500, visit
disneycruise.com or contact their travel agent.
Disney Cruise Line specifically designed its ships with areas and activities that appeal to the unique vacation needs of every member of the family. As a result, its vacations offer guests an unbelievable cruise experience not found anywhere else.
The ship features nearly an entire deck that is dedicated just to kids where they can enjoy fun, supervised activities designed for especially for different age groups. Additionally, an experienced staff cares for infants and toddlers at Flounder's Reef Nursery, allowing parents the opportunity to explore ports of call or adult areas on the ship, such as a special pool, the spa, a nighttime entertainment district and a romantic dining experience.
The Walt Disney Theatre provides a magnificent showplace of state-of-the-art sound, lighting, staging and set design. The curtain is lifted after the sun drops and original Disney musicals, family-friendly variety acts and first-run films entertain all ages.
While sailing on a Disney cruise, guests also get to enjoy three different themed restaurants through the voyage. Guests travel from the casual elegance of Lumiere's to the colorful, island-inspired Parrot Cay and Animator's Palate, where Disney animation springs to life throughout their meal. Along the way, they enjoy the familiarity of having the same wait staff with them at each restaurant they visit. Adults may also opt to dine at Palo, an exquisite restaurant featuring sweeping views and northern Italian cuisine.
The 877 family-friendly staterooms aboard each Disney ship were designed to offer maximum comfort. Most feature an industry first -- a bath-and-a-half with two separate areas; one offering a shower and sink, the other a sink and toilet.
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