We knew it was coming, and now we have details! The Disney Magic, which is the first ship to sail for Disney Cruise Line 15 years ago, has been scheduled to go to dry-dock September 7 through October 10 this year. This past week, Disney Cruise Line announced just what will be changing during this…
Author: CarolG
Carol is an avid Disney fan and (along with her husband) is raising three children to be Disney fans as well. Carol and her family enjoy traveling to Walt Disney World and Disneyland, and also enjoy cruising (on Disney Cruise Line, of course!) Carol is also an affiliate agent with The Magic For Less Travel and loves planning trips for her clients.
Seaside Sunday: Negotiating in the Caribbean
Each week we will take a look at some fun, interesting, or new aspect of cruising the high seas! When we get ready for our trips, making purchases is rather straightforward. I need flip-flops, I go to the store, find what I want, and (as long as it’s acceptable) I pay the price marked on…
Seaside Sunday: Anticipating Problems
Every week we will take a look at some fun, interesting, or new aspect of cruising the high seas! As I write this, we are two weeks out from our next cruise. As you might imagine, clothes are being purchased, plans finalized, documents gathered. This is not the point where we anticipate something going wrong….
Easter Eggs at the Grand Floridian
Recently, I was able to visit the Grand Floridian and see the beautiful display of handmade edible Easter eggs. These confectionery treats are definitely a feast for the eyes. Here is a sampling of the beautiful creations from the Grand Floridian bakery team. Enjoy and Happy Easter!
TheMouseForLess Birthday Contest on Pinterest
Show Us Your Board on Birthday Contest TheMouseForLess is turning 14, but you are getting the presents! Enter our Show Us Your Board contest. Prize Win a copy of the SignMYi app and a stylus! Use this app to have Disney characters sign your photos right on your iPhone or iPad! Rules 1. Follow @TheMouseForLess…
Seaside Sunday: When to Arrive
Every week we will take a look at some fun, interesting, or new aspect of cruising the high seas! Today, let’s talk a little about when to arrive at the cruise port. Not just the ship, but arriving in town. As you are planning your trip, it’s tempting to just plan to arrive in town…
Seaside Sunday: Why I Cruise
Confession time. I never wanted to cruise. Twenty years ago when my husband and I were negotiating…er…planning a honeymoon, he wanted to cruise. I did not. We spent a week on the beach. Fast forward about fifteen years. We were looking for a new vacation choice in addition to our then-annual Walt Disney World vacations….
Seaside Sunday: Planning Shore Excursions
Every week we will take a look at some fun, interesting, or new aspect of cruising the high seas! My next cruise is about five weeks away. All of those far off plans we made over a year ago are really starting to seem real. The one thing that we really need to start thinking…
Seaside Sunday: 2014 Already?
Every week we will take a look at some fun, interesting, or new aspect of cruising the high seas! Earlier this week, Disney Cruise Line release the remaining 2014 itineraries, completing a year of fun for the line. If you are anything like me, you are still struggling to remember that it’s 2013 when writing…
Seaside Sunday: Selecting a Sailing
Selecting a cruise is no easy task. There are cruises to destinations virtually all over the world. So how do you go about narrowing down the seemingly infinite number of choices? Let’s assume for argument’s sake that you’ve narrowed down the choices to a general destination. Cruising to the Caribbean and cruising in Australia, while…
Seaside Sunday: Sail Away!
Every week we will take a look at some fun, interesting, or new aspect of cruising the high seas! One of the most exciting parts of a cruise is the sail away. This is the time when you start off, ready to experience all that your cruise has to offer. The music is playing, the…
Seaside Sunday: Disney Cruise Line’s Rotational Dining
Every week we will take a look at some fun, interesting, or new aspect of cruising the high seas! Dining onboard a cruise ship is always an important consideration when planning a cruise. After all, cruisers can’t just go down the street next time if they don’t like the restaurant; this is the same place you…