Disney Cruise Line and Adventures by Disney Earn Top Honors from Newsweek and Cruise Critic

There is an array of Disney vacation options, including both ocean and river cruises, that continue to be recognized as the best by media.

Disney Cruise Line and Adventures by Disney® were both recognized as “Best for Families” in the 11th annual Cruise Critic Editors’ Picks Awards. The global team of Cruise Critic editors recognize the top companies in the cruise industry based on first-hand experience and industry knowledge. This is Disney Cruise Line’s fifth year to be recognized with this award and Adventures by Disney’s third consecutive win!

Newsweek, one of America’s most iconic news magazines, also named Disney Cruise Line as No. 1 overall in its inaugural 2019 list of America’s Best Companies for Customer Service. Newsweek based its ranking on a survey of more than 20,000 U.S. customers with criteria such as customer focus and likelihood of recommending the service.

Disney Cruise Line began creating magical vacations for families in 1998 with its first ship, the Disney Magic and has since added the Disney Wonder, the Disney Dream and the Disney Fantasy.  Three more ships are on the way in 2021, 2022 and 2023. Adventures by Disney provides immersive, hassle-free group guided vacation experiences to destinations on six continents, including river cruises within Europe.

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Aulani Awarded Hawaii Tourism Authority’s Highest Honor

It’s been said that language is central to a culture, and that is definitely true for the beautiful Hawaiian language, ‘Olelo Hawaii, that is such an integral part of Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai‘i.

Aulani Resort has been celebrating the Hawaiian culture — with a touch of Disney magic — with Guests and Disney Vacation club members, since opening in 2011. The ‘Olelo Room, where Hawaiian language is the central theme, as is evident in the décor, furniture, and even in the service, continues to be a Guest and local favorite. ‘Olelo is Hawaiian for “word” or “to converse” and even the Cast Members working in this special place speak fluent Hawaiian! The ‘Olelo Room is a place where Guests and locals gather to hear beautiful Hawaiian music played nightly by award-winning musicians, and where Hawaiian-language speakers gather and converse, and for those ready to learn, the décor features wooden carvings of common objects, each labeled with their Hawaiian names.

It’s this commitment to the language and the culture that led the Hawaii Tourism Authority to award Aulani Resort, alongside Hawaiian Airlines and ‘Aha Punana Leo, with its highest honor — the Tourism Legacy Award. This award, presented at the 2018 Global Tourism Summit, honors organizations and businesses that perpetuate Hawaiian culture, and this year the honorees were identified for helping to normalize Hawaiian language into everyday life.

“We provide a way for kama’aina (Hawaii residents) to show their pride in their home, and a place where Hawaiian-language speakers can pursue and share their passion for ‘Olelo Hawaii,” said Aulani Resort General Manager Kimberly Agas, who recently accepted the award alongside Aulani Cultural Advisor Kahulu De Santos on behalf of the resort. “At Aulani Resort, Hawaiian language proficiency is a valued professional skill, and conversations in ‘Olelo Hawaii are a common daily occurrence.”

It is an honor for our Aulani Resort to be recognized by our community, and by our industry; and it’s even more humbling to be recognized for our efforts in perpetuating the Hawaiian culture.

Be sure to stop by the ‘Olelo Room during your next visit and surround yourselves in Hawaiian language!

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Disney Cruise Line Takes Home Top Award

Disney Cruise Line was named Number 1 “Large Cruise Line” in the 2018 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. This is the seventh year in a row that readers have chosen DCL as their cruise line of choice!

These awards come directly from the readers, many who have sailed with DCL multiple times. More than 429,000 readers cast their votes in this year’s annual survey.

With four ships at sea and three more on the horizon, there are numerous opportunities for a magical Disney cruise vacation! Whether experiencing one of our Broadway-style shows onboard with the entire family, enjoying one of our exclusive adults-only restaurants and lounges, or watching a little one light up when they catch a glimpse of Captain Mickey for the first time, adventure is endless.

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Disney Cruise Line Named Top Cruise Line

For the fifth consecutive year Disney Cruise Line was named the top cruise line in two key categories in U.S. News & World Report’s 2018 Best Cruise Lines rankings– Best Cruise Lines for Families and Best Cruise Lines in the Caribbean.

These rankings are based on cruise ship quality, reputation among travelers and many other factors. According to U.S. News & World Report, Disney Cruise Line's ships “receive kudos from families and critics alike for their kid-friendly atmosphere, whimsical amenities and spacious staterooms. The cruise line’s Disney theme is understated enough that sentimental adults looking to reconnect with their childhood fantasies will enjoy sailing just as much as the kids.”

Since first setting sail in 1998, Disney Cruise Line has delivered incredible family vacation experiences that combine the magic of Disney with the wonder of exploring different parts of the world. From Broadway-style productions inspired by classic Disney tales, like the all-new Beauty and the Beast, and dedicated spaces for kids and adults to signature dining and spa experiences, Disney Cruise Line offers something for every member in your family.

If you're interested in going on a Disney Cruise, email me at lauren@magicaltravel.com or use this fast and easy form to request a quote!

 As a Disney Vacation Planner, my FREE personalized planning services will help you find a cruise sailing and stateroom that fits your family's needs and budget! I'll also help plan your pre-cruise night stay, port transportation and more! Plus all of my Disney Cruise Line clients get a FREE on-board ship credit for some extra spending money on their vacation plus some extra goodies! Email me today to start planning your cruise vacation today!

Disney Cruise Line Wins Big Again!

Condé Nast Traveler readers have once again recognized Disney Cruise Line as the “Top Large Cruise Line” in the magazine’s 30th annual Readers’ Choice Awards. The reader survey honors the best travel experiences from around the world. This marks the 15th consecutive year that Condé Nast Traveler readers have recognized Disney Cruise Line in the annual survey. 

Since Disney Cruise Line first set sail in 1998 they have delivered incredible family vacation experiences that combine the magic of Disney with the wonder of exploring different parts of the world. From Broadway-style productions inspired by classic Disney tales and dedicated spaces for kids and adults to signature dining and spa experiences, Disney Cruise Line offers something for every member of the family. 

If you're ready to check out all that a Disney Cruise Line has to offer your family, email me - lauren@magicaltravel.com - for a FREE, no obligation vacation quote! As a Disney vacation specialist, let me put my expert knowledge to your benefit and help you plan a magical vacation. Combine that with my free planning services, you're bound to have a magical vacation!