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If you’ve read posts about Disney Cruises, including ours, you’ve probably seen the term Personal Navigators. You’ve also probably wondered what they are – that’s what we’re here to talk about today! Personal Navigators are your source of information while on a Disney Cruise. They include all of the important times like: The Muster Drill (On the first day before you leave port) Deck Parties (Sail Away, Pirate, Frozen, Deck the Deck, etc.) Character Meet and Greets (And locations) Movie Times Restaurant Hours Pool Hours Youth Club Hours Spa and Fitness Room Hours Shop Hours Arrival and Departure Times for Ports This information is all contained on a piece of paper that is easy to carry with you and it is easy to find what you’re looking for! Restaurant, pool, spa, and youth club hours in a list. Character meet and greets and activities are listed on the front side of the Navigator and also listed on a chart that is broken down by times on the back! The e

The Walt Disney World Resort is all about family fun, Magic, food and even a little educational value. Your little ones aren't sure how they feel about learning on vacation? They won't even know that it's happening! These educational experiences at Disney World are full of fun and Disney magic - they'll even make you feel less guilty about taking your little ones out of school for your trip! Or if you're going in the summer time they'll help to make sure that they, and you, keep learning throughout the year! Epcot World Showcase – This part of the park is full of opportunities to learn about different cultures! From native foods and gifts to architecture as well as the chance to talk to cultural ambassadors from each of the nations represented. Little ones can also learn from and color with someone from each nation at Kidcot stations located in each pavilion. Living with the Land – Located in the Land Pavilion this boat ride teaches about differ

Located in the Bahamas Disney’s Castaway Cay is Disney Cruise Line’s private island. The island port of call is part of many Bahamas and Caribbean cruise itineraries and some itineraries include two stops at the beautiful Castaway Cay. Want to know more? Read on! Castaway Cay is a beautiful island offering fun, sun and Disney magic in the Bahamas. All four Disney ships make stops at the island and pull right up to the port! So disembark and let’s see what fun this island paradise has to offer. Fun Characters – The fun begins as soon as you step back onto dry land with character meet and greets with favorite like Mickey, Minnie, Stitch, Chop and Dale, Captain Hook and Mr. Smee, Goofy, Pluto and Captain Jack Sparrow. Beaches – There is tons of space for everyone to have fun in the water and in the sand! Splash and swim in the lagoon and relax in the shaded lounge chairs. Snorkeling – Guests can also take part in snorkeling in the snorkeling lagoon – equipmen

There are so many amazingly delicious treats to enjoy at the Walt Disney World Resort. Restaurants, candy shops, food carts – Disney has it all. Whether you’re hungry for something salty or sweet, you’ll find something satisfying! Many of the great treats on property are also available for a small cost or even for a snack credit from the Disney Dining Plan. However, with so many great choices you’ll want to get the most bang for your buck or your snack credit! So today we have for you the best Disney World snacks that are the best use of a snack credit! *These have been decided by their price, normally over $5 and/or their size – the bigger the snack, the greater the value. Animal Kingdom Creature Comforts Specialty Cupcakes – Include Zebra, Tree of Life, Cotton Top Tamarin and seasonal cupcakes.  $5.19 – 5.59 Harambe Fruit Market Mickey Pretzel $5.69 Kusafiri Coffee Shop and Bakery Elephant Ear Pastry $5.59 Cupcakes (If available) $5.59 Mahindi