Showing posts with label River Cruise. Show all posts
Showing posts with label River Cruise. Show all posts

Wednesday, July 31, 2019

Adventures by Disney 2020 River Cruise Offer



Create a lifetime of magical memories for your whole family with Adventures by Disney river cruise vacations through some of the most amazing destinations in the heart of Europe. 
Book your Adventures by Disney River Cruise vacation through October 15, 2019 and take advantage of this limited-time special offer on the following departures:
Save $400 on the following 2020 Danube River Cruise Departures:
  • June 20 and 27, 2020
  • July 4 and 11, 2020
Save $400 Per Person on the Following Rhine River Cruise Departures:
  • May 17, 2020
  • July 12 and 26, 2020
Save $400 Per Person on the Following Rhine River Cruise: Food & Wine Departures:
  • September 6 and 20, 2020
  • October 4, 2020
Save $400 on the Following Rhône River Cruise Departures:
  • May 14 and 28, 2020
  • June 11, 2020
  • July 9, 2020
  • September 17, 2020
  • October 1, 2020
Save $400 Per Person on the Following Seine River Cruise Departures:
  • June 11, 2020
  • July 2 and 16, 2020
  • August 6, 2020
  • September 10, 2020
  • October 8, 2020

Contact me Lauren Gonding - A Disney Vacation Planner, today to book your Adventures by Disney vacation or for more details about these amazing vacations! As a Disney Vacation Planner, I'll help you plan the perfect vacation at no extra charge to you! When you book your Adventures by Disney vacation with me - you'll get a FREE Disney Gift card for booking your Adventure with me that you can apply to the vacation total if you wish! Contact me by:
  1. Emailing me at lauren@magicaltravel.com;
  2. Messaging me on Facebook; or
  3. Call me at 800-883-1535 x 46


*$400 per person discount is taken from the non-discounted prevailing river cruise rate on the date of booking (“Regular Rate”). Regular Rates vary by departure date and time of booking and are subject to change.  Regular Rates are based on double occupancy.  All Guest names required at time of booking.  Courtesy holds will not be accepted without compliance with standard payment terms. Offer valid for Adventures by Disney river cruise sailings departing in 2020, except the September 26, 2020 Danube, December 19, 2020 Danube, June 14, 2020 Rhine, June 28, 2020 Rhine, and August 9, 2020 Rhine sailings. Offer valid on a limited number of select staterooms and stateroom categories (note that suites and category E & AP staterooms are excluded).  The AdventuresByDisney.com website is not updated in real time; availability is subject to confirmation at the time of booking with Adventures by Disney.  Bookings are subject to availability.  Discount not applicable towards deposit. Valid on new bookings only.  Offer is not transferable or redeemable for cash in whole or in part and cannot be sold or transferred for commercial use.  Cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts or promotions.  Void where prohibited.  Offer is subject to change without notice. Offer available to U.S. and Canada residents only.  Bookings subject to restrictions and Adventures by Disney's standard terms and conditions.Offer not transferable or redeemable for cash in whole or in part.  Early Booking Rate cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts or promotions. Not valid for group bookings. Offer is subject to change without notice.  Offer available to U.S. residents only.  Bookings subject to restrictions and Adventures by Disney's standard terms and conditions.  Void where prohibited. 

Monday, March 4, 2019

Limited Time Savings on Last Minute 2019 Adventures by Disney Vacations



For a limited time, you can save $250 per person on select Adventures by Disney land and river cruise departures and $150 per person on select Short Escape departures.* The booking window is now to May 28, 2019 for travel April 6 - June 30, 2019!
For land packages, travel must be booked 30-45 days prior to applicable departure date, depending on itinerary. For river cruise packages, travel must be booked by 14 days prior to applicable departure date, and not all stateroom categories are available for booking.
This offer is applicable to below select departure dates for the following itineraries:
Land
Austria & Czech Republic: 6/7/19, 6/18/19, 6/28/19
England & France: 4/14/19, 6/3/19, 6/7/19, 6/10/19
Germany: 5/10/19, 6/21/19
Greece: 6/7/19, 6/14/19
Iceland: 5/18/19, 6/1/19, 6/15/19, 6/22/19, 6/29/19
Ireland: 5/25/19
Italy: 5/14/19, 6/11/19
Scotland: 6/6/19, 6/15/19, 6/27/19
Spain: 5/25/19, 6/22/19

Alaska: 6/24/19, 6/27/19
Arizona & Utah: 5/29/19, 6/3/19, 6/10/19, 6/17/19, 6/24/19
Disneyland® & Southern California: 6/9/19, 6/23/19, 6/30/19
Montana: 6/26/19
Wyoming: 6/26/19

Australia: 6/2/19, 6/30/19
China: 6/9/19, 6/16/19, 6/23/19
Costa Rica: 4/6/19, 6/1/19, 6/8/19, 6/15/19, 6/22/19
Peru: 5/28/19, 6/6/19

Danube River Cruise: 6/28/19

Short Escape
Boston Escape: 5/2/19, 6/13/19
New York City Escape: 5/9/19, 6/20/19, 6/27/19


Contact me Lauren Gonding - A Disney Vacation Planner, today to book your Disney vacation! As a Disney Vacation Planner, I'll help you plan the perfect vacation at no extra charge to you! When you book your Adventures by Disney vacation with me - you'll get a free Disney Gift card for booking your Adventure with me that you can apply to the reservation if you wish! 
Contact me by:
  1. Emailing me at lauren@magicaltravel.com;
  2. Messaging me on Facebook; or
  3. Call me at 800-883-1535 x 46

*The per person per reservation discount is taken from the non-discounted prevailing rate as quoted on AdventuresByDisney.com on the date of booking (“Regular Rate”) and valid only for select Adventures by Disney itineraries and departures. Regular Rates vary by departure date and time of booking and are subject to change. Regular Rates are based on double occupancy. All Guest names required at time of booking. Courtesy holds will not be accepted without compliance with standard payment terms. The number of river cruise staterooms and spaces on land packages available for this offer is limited. Excludes river cruise suites and category E staterooms. The AdventuresByDisney.com website is not updated in real time; availability is subject to confirmation at the time of booking with Adventures by Disney. Discount not applicable to deposit. Valid on new bookings only. Offer cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts or promotions. Offer is not transferable or redeemable for cash in whole or in part. Void where prohibited. Offer is subject to change without notice. Offer available to U.S. residents only. Bookings subject to restrictions and Adventures by Disney’s standard terms and conditions.

Monday, February 11, 2019

Book Early and Enjoy Special Savings on Select 2020 River Cruise Vacations!

An Adventure Guide and 3 Adventurers pass a stone building and tower as they sail down the Rhône River


Sail through the heart of Europe on an all-inclusive Adventuresby Disney river cruise that features amazing destinations and immersive activities for your whole family. For a limited time, you can save $500 per person when you book a select 2020 river cruise adventure through March 30, 2019. Special rates and availability are limited, so be sure to book soon!

Book Early and Enjoy Special Savings on Select 2020 River Cruise Vacations!
Discover amazing savings of $500 per person on select 2020 river cruise vacations sailing May 14 through October 8, 2020 when you book through March 30, 2019. Take advantage of this limited time special offer and save on these departures:

Danube River Cruise Departures.  Save $500 per person on all Danube River Cruise departures, excluding:
  • Danube River Cruise: Oktoberfest
  • Danube River Cruise: Holiday

Rhine River Cruise Departures. Save $500 per person on all Rhine River Cruise departures

Seine River Cruise Departures. Save $500 per person on all Seine River Cruise departures

Rhône River Cruise Departures. Save $500 per person on all Rhône River Cruise departures 

Important Information
  • Special Early Booking Rates and availability are limited
  • Special Offer excludes suites, category AP and category E
  • Offer must be booked through March 30, 2019
  • Offer is for departures from May 14 through October 8, 2020
  • Offer valid on new bookings only
  • Not combinable with other offers or promotions
  • Limited quantities available

Contact me Lauren Gonding - A Disney Vacation Planner, today to book your Disney vacation! As a Disney Vacation Planner, I'll help you plan the perfect vacation at no extra charge to you! When you book your Adventures by Disney vacation with me - you'll get a free Disney Gift card for booking your Adventure with me that you can apply to the reservation if you wish! Contact me by:
  1. Emailing me at lauren@magicaltravel.com;
  2. Messaging me on Facebook; or
  3. Call me at 800-883-1535 x 46


Important Details
*Early Booking Rate offer valid for select Adventures by Disney river cruise departures with travel start dates between May 14, 2020 and October 8, 2020, inclusive (excluding September 26, 2020 Danube Oktoberfest specialty sailing). Qualifying river cruise departures have an Early Booking Rate designation on the applicable Rates and Dates page on AdventuresbyDisney.com; provided that the Early Booking Rate designation may not reflect real time offer availability; accordingly, availability of Early Booking Rate is subject to confirmation at time of booking reservation with Adventures by Disney. Availability of the Early Booking Rate for select departures will be determined at the time standard trip deposit is paid. Any courtesy hold, without payment of the standard trip deposit, will not guarantee availability of the Early Booking Rate for selected departure date. Early Booking Rate offer terminates on March 30, 2019 or when the limited spaces on the applicable departure date have been booked, whichever is earlier. The Early Booking Rate offer is not valid for Adventures by Disney land packages, Adventures by Disney Short Escape land packages and Disney Cruise Line related packages. The Early Booking Rate is $500 less than the rate applicable to the same departure date and river cruise after the termination of the Early Booking Rate offer. A limited number of staterooms of certain categories are available on each applicable departure date at the Early Booking Rate. Excludes suites, category AP and category E staterooms. Spaces on the river cruises at the Early Booking Rate are subject to availability. Valid on new bookings only. Discount not applicable towards deposit. Offer not transferable or redeemable for cash in whole or in part and cannot be sold or transferred for commercial use. Cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts or promotions. Lead Guest of the booking party must travel on the river cruise booked. Void where prohibited. Not valid for group bookings. Offer is subject to change without notice. Bookings subject to restrictions and Adventures by Disney's standard  Terms and Conditions.

Friday, January 25, 2019

Adventures by Disney Expands European River Cruise Vacations in 2020

In 2020, Adventures by Disney will embark on more European river cruises than ever before, including a brand-new vacation through southern France on the Rhone River! Plus, three new Short Escape itineraries in Paris, Amsterdam and Budapest, Hungary, which can be added to river cruise vacations or booked at standalone trips.
The expanded season of river cruises includes a record-breaking 27 departures along the Danube, Rhine, Seine and Rhone rivers. Sailing with AmaWaterways, a premier luxury river cruise line, these all-inclusive vacations allow families to explore the heart of Europe in a way that’s active, immersive and hassle free. 
What’s more, ABD is doubling the number of adult-exclusive departures in 2020, giving our adult guests even more opportunities to experience the sophistication, variety and adventure of a river cruise in a fun, comfortable setting with Adventures by Disney.
Bookings for 2020 river cruise vacations open to the public on January 31, 2019.
Here is a closer look at our newest itineraries ...
New Rhone River Sailings Through Southern France
During the new eight-day, seven-night Rhone River itinerary onboard AmaCello, you will sail through southern France, including the renowned region of Provence, for the first time. To bring the rich history, charming culture, distinguished art and distinctive cuisine of this diverse region to life, we’ve curated engaging, authentic experiences in every port-of-call. Here are the highlights:
  • Active sightseeing adventures include exploring enchanting towns and villages by bike; kayaking beneath the famous 2,000-year-old Roman aqueduct, Pont du Gard; and taking in the magnificent scenery of the Gorges du Doux by steam train and rail bike.
  • Interactive culinary experiences celebrate the region’s local flavors and world-famous cuisine. The menu of activities includes a private truffle-hunting experience and tasting; cheese and jam making at a goat farm; and an immersive tasting experience at a family-owned olive oil farm near Les Baux-de-Provence. You will also enjoy curated tastings featuring Rhone Valley wines, chocolate and more.
  • Engaging art-focused excursions draw Adventurers into a world of color and imagination. Among the highlights are a walking tour of Roussillon’s colorful Ochre Trail followed by a painting class; a demonstration in the art of silk-weaving in Lyon; and a visit to the Carrieres de Lumieres, a former limestone quarry where famous impressionistic paintings come to life.
  • Immersive historical tours are bolstered by signature Disney storytelling as guests step into the stories of the Palais des Papes, a breathtaking palace that was once the seat of papal power; the Roman ruins of Lyon and Nimes; the historic hilltop villages of Gordes and Les Baux-de-Provence; and the 12th-century Abbaye de Senanque, where tales of medieval Cistercian monks unfold.

New Short Escape Itineraries in Paris, Amsterdam and Budapest
Beginning in 2020, you can enhance their European river cruise vacations with three-day, two-night stays in Paris, Amsterdam and Budapest. These guided group itineraries are designed to maximize vacation time, highlighting each city’s most well-known attractions while also uncovering unexpected hidden gems.
The Paris Short Escape can be added to Seine and Rhone sailings to round-out vacations in northern or southern France. In Paris, not only will guests come face-to-face with one of the world’s most iconic landmarks, the Eiffel Tower, but they’ll also enjoy spectacular views of the “City of Lights” from their seats at dinner on the structure’s first floor. Other activities include a private walking culinary tour and a bucket-list visit to the Louvre Museum, which features a local expert guide and a special art detective activity for Junior Adventurers.
The Amsterdam Short Escape can be added as a post-cruise stay following Rhine River sailings to complete the cruise’s four-country journey. This itinerary is comprised of a number of hands-on activities, like a painting workshop following a visit to the Van Gogh Museum and a tile glazing activity at an earthenware factory. Adventurers will also visit quintessential Dutch windmills in Kinderdijk, embark on a canal cruise and taste their way through the trendy Jordaan neighborhood.
The Budapest Short Escape can be added to Danube River sailings as the perfect land complement to the Central European tour by water. The itinerary combines enriching cultural excursions — your Clients will indulge in homestyle Hungarian cuisine at a historic bistro, ride in a tuk-tuk (motorized rickshaw) and revel in a performance at the Budapest Opera House — with visits to the city’s must-see locales, such as Buda Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion and Matthias Church.

Contact me Lauren Gonding - A Disney Vacation Planner, today to book your Disney vacation! As a Disney Vacation Planner, I'll help you plan the perfect vacation at no extra charge to you! When you book your Adventures by Disney vacation with me - you'll get a free Disney Gift card for booking your Adventure with me that you can apply to the reservation if you wish thus lowering the price of your quoted Adventure! Contact me by:
  1. Emailing me at lauren@magicaltravel.com;
  2. Messaging me on Facebook; or
  3. Call me at 800-883-1535 x 46

Wednesday, January 9, 2019

New Adventures by Disney River Cruise Vacations for 2020



In 2020, Adventures by Disney® will offer more European river cruise sailings than ever before, including a brand-new vacation on the Rhone River!
For the first time ever, Adventurers will sail through southern France including Provence, a diverse region rich with cultural, artistic, historical and culinary delights. During the Rhone River vacation, Adventurers will explore ancient cities, quaint hilltop villages, fairytale castles, rolling hills of lavender, romantic vineyards and much more.  
The new Rhone River itinerary joins ABD's existing line-up of sailings along the Seine, Rhine and Danube Rivers. These all-inclusive vacations offer the legendary service and amenities of AmaWaterways, a leader in luxury river cruising, combined with Adventures by Disney’s ability to bring the world to life for families in unique and exciting new ways.
Each Adventures by Disney award-winning river cruise features the services of up to eight Adventure Guides, who are your hosts in each destination and onboard the ship. Our expert team of trip developers have curated a diverse line-up of active, hands-on activities and engaging, authentic cultural experiences in every location, and all that family fun is balanced by special activities designed for kids and adults to each enjoy
More details about our newest river cruise itinerary – and even more exciting new vacation options for 2020 – will be revealed on January 24, 2019.

Contact me Lauren Gonding - A Disney Vacation Planner, today to book your Disney vacation! As a Disney Vacation Planner, I'll help you plan the perfect vacation at no extra charge to you! When you book your Adventures by Disney vacation with me - you'll get a free Disney Gift card for booking your Adventure with me that you can apply to the reservation if you wish! Contact me by:
  1. Emailing me at lauren@magicaltravel.com;
  2. Messaging me on Facebook; or
  3. Call me at 800-883-1535 x 46

Wednesday, November 28, 2018

Save $250 Per Person on Select 2019 Adventures by Disney River Cruise Departures



You can save $250 per person on select 2019 Adventures by Disney river cruise departures when booked by December 10, 2018. That’s a savings of $1,000 ** for a family of four!
Discover Adventures by Disney River Cruises with exclusive sailings down the scenic Seine, Danube and Rhine Rivers on the distinguished ships of AmaWaterways, a leader in luxury river cruising. Enjoy stops along the way at fascinating destinations in the heart of Europe, with activities to please every member of your family.
Choose one of these eligible Adventures by Disney River Cruise itineraries—and create unforgettable memories on your family vacation:
  • Danube River Cruise: An 8-day/7-night, all-inclusive adventure to 8 destinations in 4 countries— Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary
    • Available Dates to Save: 6/28/19, 7/5/19, 7/12/19, 12/15/19
  • Rhine River Cruise: An 8-day/7-night, all-inclusive adventure to 6 destinations in 4 countries—France, Germany, Switzerland and The Netherlands
    • Available Dates to Save: 7/8/19, 7/15/19, 7/22/19, 7/29/19, 8/5/19, 9/30/19, 10/14/19
  • Seine River Cruise: An 10-Day / 9-Night, all-inclusive adventure in France
    • Available Dates to Save: 10/3/19, 10/10/19

Contact me Lauren Gonding - A Disney Vacation Planner, today to book your Disney vacation! As a Disney Vacation Planner, I'll help you plan the perfect vacation at no extra charge to you! When you book your Adventures by Disney vacation with me - you'll get a free Disney Gift card for booking your Adventure with me that you can apply to the reservation if you wish! Contact me by:
  1. Emailing me at lauren@magicaltravel.com;
  2. Messaging me on Facebook; or
  3. Call me at 800-883-1535 x 46
†The per person per reservation discount is taken from the non-discounted prevailing rate as quoted on AdventuresByDisney.com on the date of booking (“Regular Rate”). Regular Rates vary by departure date and time of booking and are subject to change. Regular Rates are based on double occupancy. All guest names required at time of booking. Courtesy holds will not be accepted without compliance with standard payment terms. The number of river cruise staterooms available for this offer is limited. Excludes river cruise suites and category E staterooms. The AdventuresByDisney.com website is not updated in real time; availability is subject to confirmation at the time of booking with Adventures by Disney. Discount not applicable to deposit. Valid on new bookings only. Offer available to U.S. residents only. Offer cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts or promotions. Offer is not transferable or redeemable for cash in whole or in part. Void where prohibited. Offer is subject to change without notice. Bookings subject to restrictions and Adventures by Disney’s standard terms and conditions.
**Savings of $1,000 off the regular Adventures by Disney river cruise package price for a party of four based on the combined savings of a party of four when booked on the same trip qualifying for $250 off of the Regular Rate (as defined below) per person under this offer.

Monday, September 17, 2018

Adventures by Disney Rhine River Cruise - Daily Excursion Spotlight


As I've recently posted, we will be heading on our first Adventures by Disney vacation soon (the River Cruise starts next Monday!). One of the many great things about Adventures by Disney vacations is that all of your activities are included - all tickets and admissions to events and attractions; entrance fees; and more are included! Not only are they included with the cost of the adventure, these activities are more often than not a VIP Premium experience. Meaning, the daily activities are usually private, unique experiences that you won't have to wait in line to experience! 

As I've previously mentioned, we are going on the Rhine River Cruise: Food and Wine sailing. Here are the adventures we were able to select from for our specific sailing.
 

Here are more details about these activities:

Basel, Switzerland. Day 1. No activities are offered as this is the day we board the River Cruise ship!

Strasbourg, France. Day 2L Two half day activities are offered.

  • Option 1: Riquewihr Food and Wine Tasting Tour.  Explore the vineyards that produce some of the most noted wines in the world. Taste some of the great wines produced including the Riesling, which Riquewihr is known for.
    • We are all doing this option.
  • Option 2: On Your Own in Strasbourg.  Explore the city including visiting the Gothic Strabourg Cathédrale, many museums, shops and cafe in this city.
Strasbourg, France. Day 3: Two morning options and two more afternoon options.
  • Morning Option 1: Canal Boat Tour and Visit to Strabourg Cathédrale.  Tour the city on the Batorama Canal Boat. Then visit Strasbourg Cathedral de Notre Dame, built in 1439 in the grand Gothic style, with Renaissance-era stained-glass windows and a famous astronomical clock created in 1843.
    • My parents are doing this activity.
  • Morning Option 2: Alsace Canoe Trip. Enjoy a scenic canoe trip paddling on the Alsace waterways.
    • My husband and I are doing this activity in the morning.
  • Afternoon Option 1: Macaron Baking Class. Learn how to make delicious French macarons from the respected local chef on board the ship.
  • Afternoon Option 2: Wine Caves in the Cave Historique Des Hospices. In this wine museum, 40 ancient wine barrels mark the history of the region—one containing wine from 1472.  Enjoy an Alsatian wine tasting.
    • We are all doing this option. 
Mannheim, Germany. Day 4: There is an all-day option or two half day options.
  • Full Day Option: Porche Museum and Mercedes-Benz Museum with Lunch. Learn the history of these 2 legendary automobile companies. 
  • Half Day Option 1: Visit Heidelberg Castle. Learn the history of this fortress and home of royalty. Afterwards, explore Heidelberg, Germany's oldest and most renowned university town.
    • We are all doing this option. 
  • Half Day Option 2: On Your Own in Mannheim. Explore the city located that is home to the world’s first bicycle and motorcar, as well as some beautiful parks.
Rüdesheim, Germany. Day 5: Two activities to do either in the morning or afternoon.
  • Option 1: Biking on your own. Bike throught Rüdesheim and the surrounding wine country that is the birthplace of acclaimed pinot noir and Riesling wines.
    • My husband is doing this with my sister. 
  • Option 2: Adolf Störzel Vineyards. Walk amongst the grapes that produce some of the region’s most unforgettable wines. Then, enjoy a wine tasting accompanied by soft pretzels inside the Bassenheimer Hof’s cellar.
    • I am doing this with my parents.
Cologne, Germany. Day 6: Choice of 3 half-day activities.
  • Option 1: Cologne Walking Tour, visit to Cathedral and Fragrance museum. Explore the 2,000 year old city including the Cologne Cathedral. A privately guided tour learning the history of fragrance and how German eau de cologne is made.
    • My parents will be enjoying this daily activity.
  • Option 2: Cologne Walking Tour, visit to Cathedral and Chocolate museum. Explore the 2,000 year old city including the Cologne Cathedral. Create your own chocolate bar at the Chocolate Museum.
  • Option 3: Cologne Pub Tour. Take the Cologne Pub Tour and explore the fine beers of the region.
    • This is what my husband and I will be doing.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Day 7: Choice of two morning activities and
  • Morning Option 1: The Rijksmuseum. Housed in over 150 rooms in an impressive, gold-leaf building, magnificent fifteenth 15th to 17th century paintings are on display—masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer, among others. 
    • This is what may parents are doing.
  • Morning Option 2: Explore The Van Gogh Museum. With over 1,000 paintings, drawings and letters of Vincent Van Gogh. Get an intimate view of some of his greatest masterpieces, including "Sunflowers" and "The Bedroom."
    • This is what my husband and I are doing
  • Afternoon Option 1: Tour the classic fishing village of Volendam. With its beautiful harbor home to old fishing boats and residents who still wear traditional clothing such as pointed bonnets.
    • This is what my parents are doing.
  • Afternoon Option 2:  Visit the community of Zaanse Schans. Appearing as if it's straight out of a child's storybook, with iconic wooden windmills and other structures that have been moved and reassembled here to bring the history of this area to life. 
  • Afternoon Option 3: Tour Amsterdam on your own.
    • This is what my husband and I are doing, planning to 'rent' some of the bikes available on the ship!
That is what we will be doing! And it is all included with the cost of our Adventure! To follow along in all of these adventures, make sure that you are following my Instagram and Facebook pages! I'll be posting lots of videos and pictures of our River Cruise Adventure to give yourself a first hand account of what an Adventures by Disney vacation is all about!

Contact me Lauren Gonding - A Disney Vacation Planner, today to book your Disney vacation! As a Disney Vacation Planner, I'll help you plan the perfect vacation at no extra charge to you! When you book your Adventures by Disney vacation with me - you'll get a free Disney Gift card for booking your Adventure with me that you can apply to the reservation if you wish! Contact me by:
  1. Emailing me at lauren@magicaltravel.com;
  2. Messaging me on Facebook; or
  3. Call me at 800-883-1535 x 46

Tuesday, September 4, 2018

Adventures by Disney: Rhine River Cruise


There are more to Disney vacations are more than just visiting theme parks in California and Florida. There is a cruise line, a luxury resort and spa in Hawaii and an adventure travel division aptly named Adventures by Disney.  These Adventure vacations take travelers all over the world - Europe, Asia, South Africa, Central & South America and more - for a culturally immersive experience that cannot be found elsewhere.

Adventures by Disney has River Cruise Adventures too! There are River Cruises along the Seine River; Rhine River; and Danube River.  This Adventures by Disney highlight focuses on the Rhine River Cruise Adventure, more specifically, the Rhine River Cruise: Food and Wine Epicurean Adventure.  I'm focusing on this specific Adventure as I will be on the September sailing with my family! This will allow me to provide you with detailed information of the Adventure, including a full review!

The Adventures by Disney Rhine River Cruise starts in Basel and makes stops in Strasbourg, Mannheim, Rüdesheim, Cologne and ends in Amsterdam. There are two versions to this sailing - the family friendly option and the food and wine focused sailing that is adults only. We are doing the later to celebrate my parent's 40th wedding anniversary.  Even though we are on the Food and Wine focused sailing, it does a lot of the same excursions and daily activities that the traditional Danube sailing does so you can get a good idea of what is offered on the Danube River Cruise through my review!


On this river cruise we will be visiting world-famous breweries, award wining wineries and local pubs, historic landmarks, participating in unique activities and much more! I'll be going into more details about the daily activities in a different post (that I will link once I've posted it) but I am really looking forward to exploring the medieval town of Riquewihr; going on a canoe trip through Strasbourg; touring the Heidelberg Castle; riding on the Rüdesheim Gondola Ride to Niederwald Monument; and going to the Van Gogh Museum with a painting workshop! And those are just SOME of the daily activities that are included on our Adventure!

Adventures by Disney has partnered with AmaWaterways, a leader in the river cruising industry, for their River Cruise Adventures. This partnership has created brand new ships for Disney's use that have staterooms that sleep families - a first in the river cruise industry! These new river cruise ships have staterooms that will fit entire families of 4 in one room.  The stateroom that we selected is a Category BB which will give us an outside balcony - if you've read my blogs on my previous cruises you know that one of my favorite things to do in the morning on a cruise is to have coffee on the balcony while enjoying the views so this was a 'must have' for me! 

The layout for our stateroom, a category bb.
Another great thing about the ABD River Cruises is they are all inclusive - from having an outside stateroom (no windowless, interior staterooms here!); multiple excursions daily; Adventure Guides (they handle all of the details so we don't have to); local experts; all gratuities onboard; all onboard restaurants; WiFi on the ship; and much more. A unique perk to AmaWaterway ships is that they have complimentary bicycles for their guests to take out in each port! Looking forward to being able to just hop on a bike and explore these amazing cities!

Up next, I'll be highlighting the daily activities and excursions that were offered to us and the ones that we selected! Stay tuned!

Contact me Lauren Gonding - A Disney Vacation Planner, today to book your Disney vacation! As a Disney Vacation Planner, I'll help you plan the perfect vacation at no extra charge to you! When you book your Adventures by Disney vacation with me - you'll get a free Disney Gift card for booking your Adventure with me that you can apply to the reservation if you wish! Contact me by:
  1. Emailing me at lauren@magicaltravel.com;
  2. Messaging me on Facebook; or
  3. Call me at 800-883-1535 x 46