Disney on Ice 2012-2013 Season

A new year means a new group of Disney on Ice shows debuting for the public. All right, I know we’re over halfway through the year, but so many interesting things have been happening with Disney so far in 2012 that this got pushed back to the list. Plus, it’s unlikely that, given how new most of these shows are, they’re going anywhere for a while. Speaking of shows that aren’t going anywhere: Disney on Ice: 100 Years of Magic is still going strong. It started in 1999 to commemorate the Disney legacy, and although it’s sometimes toured under a … Continue reading

Google Gives 3D Disney Tour

One of our more popular Disney and Travel topics here at families.com is how to plan your Disney vacation. Even the most frugal of trips to a Disney attraction can be expensive. So it’s important to do a lot of research before embarking on a Disney vacation. Now Disney has partnered with Google to create a new way for web users to start researching and planning their trip to Disney World. Using the Google Earth program, downloadable onto your home computer, you can take a virtual tour of Disney World from the comfort of your own home. The Disney World … Continue reading

5 Great Reasons to Take a Disney Cruise

We’re a huge lover of all things Disney, heck, we were married at Disney, but until recently I never thought of going on a Disney Cruise. Initially, my resistance to the idea of a Disney Cruise was the expense of it versus just going to the parks themselves. After all, as my daughter summed up, Disney World has lots and lots of rides – a cruise has just a boat. Not Just a Boat A Disney Cruise is not just a boat. While the cost may be expensive, there are some great deals out there for 3 day cruises that … Continue reading

9 Great Things About Disney Cruises

There are many great things about Disney cruises but here is a list of the top nine. 1. You won’t lose money. You won’t find any casinos on a Disney cruise ship. 2. The kids won’t get bored. Disney cruises have planned activities and child care for children of all ages throughout each cruise. You can still have a romantic adult dinner on a Disney cruise without having to worry about who is watching your kids. 3. You won’t get bored. There are still nightclubs, fitness centers, an adults-only restaurant, and even wine and beer tastings. 4. You’ll enjoy a … Continue reading

Fun Things for Kids on a Royal Caribbean Cruise

Although there are many wonderful vacations designed specifically for families with children, I would highly recommend you check out Royal Caribbean’s Adventure Ocean. You can get involved with rock climbing, ice skating, swimming, and much, much more. The great thing that I loved about this particular cruise was that in addition to there being so much for mom and dad, the kids were never left out. This particular Royal Caribbean cruise was made for families, meeting different interests, energy levels, and ages. I was also amazed at the incredible service. I had been on several cruises in the past and … Continue reading

Autism On the Seas Launches First Special Needs Cruise

Family vacations are one of the things that children get excited about, and retain fond memories of. Autism on the Seas is going to hold the very first cruise that is designed to accommodate the requirements of children who have special needs. Your family might want to check this out! When most people think about taking a family vacation, they imagine how much fun their children will have visiting a certain destination. Parents of children who have special needs end up trying to figure out how to plan a family vacation around the difficulties that your child typically faces from … Continue reading