Introducing the Disney Dream

If it’s possible to bask in more luxury while floating on a glittering ocean in the warm sun, then one would be hard-pressed to conceive of it. With the Disney Dream, the newest addition to Disney Cruise Line’s fleet, families can spend their vacation in an opulent city on the sea. At least, that’s what Disney would like you to think. Disney Cruise Lines aims to dazzle, and the effect from the announcement of the Dream is nearly blinding. In these tough economic times we need to be careful with our money, so trying to make decisions about taking expensive … Continue reading

Cruise News: Luxury Sailings, Toy Story on Water, and Hollywood on the High Seas

LUXURY SAILINGS In previous blogs I’ve fantasized about staying in luxury hotel suites and riding the rails in ritzy train cabins, but none compare to the ultra-luxe trip being offered by Silversea Cruises. For a mere $110,000 per cabin you can set sail on a 92-day Pacific voyage in 2009. The award-winning luxury line is a favorite of the rich and famous and the $110,000 price tag is one of the cheapest seats on the ship. The best cabin (which features two bedrooms) is retailing for $393,000 or roughly $4300 per day. TOY STORY ON WATER If your kids are … Continue reading