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Disney Cruise Line Announces Holiday Events for Very Merrytime Cruises

Posted on July 26, 2018

If you’re sailing with Disney Cruise Line during the “most wonderful time of the year,” you’ll find a little extra holiday cheer on your tropical vacation.

Disney Cruise Line is kicking off the holiday season with its ever-popular “Very Merrytime” sailings beginning in November and extending until Christmas Eve. In true Disney fashion, ships will be “decked out” with garlands, wreaths hanging in porthole windows,

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Port Canaveral Prepares For New Disney Cruise Ships and Cruise Terminal Upgrades

Posted on July 3, 2018

Disney Cruise Line plans on expanding their four-ship worldwide fleet to seven by introducing three new ships in 2021, 2022, and 2023.

While Disney has not officially announced where these new ships will be based, Port Canaveral is an attractive cruise port for Disney Cruise Line due to its close proximity to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Port Canaveral is also home to Disney’s two largest ships, the Dream and Fantasy, both of which cater to 4,000 passengers at capacity.

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Navigating the Port Canaveral Cruise Terminals

Posted on June 12, 2018

Port Canaveral is ranked as the second-busiest cruise port in the world and serves as a popular homeport for world-class cruise ships. The Port is also famous for its fine dining, rocket launches, and other attractions unique to the Florida Space Coast. Whether you’re embarking on a cruise or just paying the Port a visit, here’s everything you need to know about navigating the Port Canaveral Cruise Terminals.

Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal A

Port Canaveral is divided into two sections by the shipping channel.

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Airports Near Port Canaveral Cruise Terminals

Posted on May 24, 2018

Vacationers looking to fly into the Port Canaveral area for their cruise have three different airport options to choose from, each with their own benefits. We’ve designed this simple infographic (click here for a larger version) and listed a few key points about the airports near Port Canaveral to help all you cruisers who aren’t familiar with the area decide which airport is best for you.

Orlando International Airport | MCO

Orlando International Airport,

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Port Canaveral Now Offering Sailings to Cuba

City panorama and big cruise ship docked in port of Havana, Cuba

Posted on May 14, 2018

Port Canaveral reached another milestone as the Norwegian Sun had its first-ever sailing to Havana, Cuba on Monday, May 7.

The Norwegian Sun returned to Port Canaveral to begin its homeport during the Summer 2018 sailing season after undergoing extensive dry-dock enhancements. The new Norwegian Cruise Line four-night itinerary departs every Monday from Port Canaveral and offers overnight stops in Havana, as well as Key West, and three-night itineraries to the Bahamas.

In Havana,

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5 Tips for Stress-Free Sailing

Cruise ship vacation woman enjoying travel vacation at sea. Free carefree happy girl looking at ocean with open arms in freedom pose.

Posted on April 25, 2018

Taking a cruise vacation is the ultimate way to kick back and unwind. As with any form of travel though, it can have its not-so-relaxing moments. Don’t worry, we’ve got 5 great tips to help you avoid stress and set sail worry-free.

1. Pack a Carry-On

If you’re going to leave your suitcases at the dock and let the crew deliver them to your cabin, you’ll want to make sure to pack a day bag.

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