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Magic is in the air as we sail the Disney Magic after it's extensive makeover ... and you can follow along on our cruise adventures through the photos, videos, and reviews linked here. Check back frequently, as this page changes often.

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Disney Magic in Detail

Learn all about the renovations and reimagining of the Disney Magic -- photos, videos, reviews, and more -- from PassPorter!

Disney Magic (NEW STUFF):
Note: We're hard at work uploading photos and videos of the Disney Magic cruise. Watch for new content!

So what's new and renovated on the Disney Magic? Here's a list -- we're updating it and linking in photos as we learn more!

New Art Deco chandeliers in the lobby atrium

The Oceaneer Club has an all-new play areas including Marvel's Avengers Academy, Andy's Room and more.

The Oceaneer Lab now has a pirate theme.

The old Mickey bands for the Youth Clubs are replaced by bright yellow "Oceaneer Bands" (for kids 3-12) and they look like the same style/type as the new MagicBands being used at Disney!

Three new water play areas were added - AquaLab, an interactive water playground for kids ages 3 and up (which replaces the Mickey Pool) with the Twist n' Spout water slide, Nephews' Splash Zone for kids under 3, and the AquaDunk -- a 3-story body slide that starts with a vertical drop!

Parrot Cay is now Carioca's.

Topsiders is now Cabanas.

Pete's Boiler Bites and Daisy's De Lites quick service join Pinocchio's Pizzeria.

Soda machines on deck 9 now have Coke, Coke Zero, Diet Coke, Sprite, Minute Maid Light (Lemonade and Strawberry Lemonade), Fuze Ice Tea, and water

Beat Street is now After Hours with O'Gill's Pub, Fathoms, and Keys

Vista Spa is now Senses Spa, and has a new barber shop.

Studio Sea is now D Lounge

Staterooms have been revamped. Staterooms do not require Key to the World card for power, unlike Dream and Fantasy, but DO now use the RFID technology on the door locks.

New Wave phones with belt clips

Deck 7 aft is no longer a public area.

More shaded loungers on deck 10.

Dave gives his initial, overall impressions: "Overall impressions -- everything is as expected and advertised, as far as it goes. The pool desk is really cool, and looks really great. Just came out of the Animator's and it looks fabulous. Very open and clear sight lines down there, so everyone should be able to enjoy the show. Carioca's is nice and toned down; nothing too special about it -- but at the same time, it's a pleasant place to sit down and dine. Much more upscale looking than the old Parrot Cay. The overall feel in Oceaneer Club and Lab is wide, open spaces -- more wide open than the Dream/Fantasy. The pal areas and alcoves are reminiscent of the Dream and Fantasy. The one thing missing was the interactive, electronic playfloor -- but there isn't one. It's a small world is still as small as Flounder's, but it feels nice and it extends all the way to the sleep area and fits nicely with the theme. As I suspected would happen, they have updated Shutters to be the same concept as the Dream class ships. The interactive ships, the folios in cases along the wall, very much as expected. They designated that there is a Gallery, but it's really just the same walled hallway between the lobby and Shutters on deck 4 - nothing more has been done with that. The guest rooms are refreshed and have new beds, upholstery has changed a little bit. Outside they have the new RFID locks on all the doors. The lobby chandelier is far less distinctive than the ones on the Dream and Fantasy. The carpet in the lobby looks very nice, picks up the colors and theme they are going for. It's not nearly the same opulent feel as the peacock feel on the Fantasy -- more fun than opulent. AquaDunk looks fabulous, but haven't tried it yet. Palo looks like it has subtle changes. More to come later!"

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Top Five Least Favorite Things About Disney Cruise Line (Part 2 of 2): A Disney Cruise Line Planning Article
by Tim Harrison on 10-21-2017

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This is not a list of things I dislike about Disney Cruise Line. After four cruises, I can honestly say there isn’t anything I truly dislike! What follows are some things that I like less than others.
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Top Five Favorite Things About Disney Cruise Line (Part 1 of 2): A Disney Cruise Line Planning Article by Tim Harrison on 10-16-2017
My wife, Sharon, and I have experienced four cruises aboard Disney Cruise Line, and have loved every one of them! We sailed twice aboard the Disney Wonder before the refurbishment, and twice aboard the Disney Fantasy. Our most recent cruise was in ...

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Port Adventures in Cozumel, Mexico: A Disney Cruise Line Port of Call by Amy Wear on 08-18-2017
Most of Disney Cruise Line’s Western Caribbean sailings include a stop in Cozumel, Mexico. Along with a brief Holland America honeymoon cruise stop, our family has had two Disney Cruise visits to Cozumel.

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Visiting Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island On Your Disney Magic Canada Sailing: A Disney Cruise Line Port of Call by Amy Wear on 07-28-2017
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island (PEI) is one of Disney Cruise Line’s newest Canadian port stops.

Being a Maritimer myself, I live just over three hours from this beautiful spot. Growing up, I didn't see what the big deal ...

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Star Wars Day at Sea on the Disney Fantasy: A Disney Cruise Line Planning Article by Jennifer Best on 05-05-2017
After taking two 4-night Bahamian cruises on the Disney Dream, my husband and I decided we wanted to try something longer.

In 2016, Disney Cruise Line (DCL) started new 7 night Caribbean cruises on the Disney Fantasy, which would ...

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Copenhagen, Denmark: A Disney Cruise Line Port of Call Review by Cheryl Pendry on 04-06-2017
This summer, Copenhagen, Denmark’s capital, becomes the Disney Magic’s home port for a series of cruises, and last summer we were fortunate to stop off there for a day on a non-Disney cruise.

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Portland, England: A Disney Cruise Line Port of Call Review by Cheryl Pendry on 03-31-2017
This year, when the Disney Magic makes its now traditional repositioning cruise from Port Canaveral in Florida to Copenhagen in Denmark, it will feature one port of call new to the cruise line in the United Kingdom.

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St. Petersburg, Russia: A Disney Cruise Line Port of Call Review by Cheryl Pendry on 03-13-2017
For many cruisers heading to Europe, St. Petersburg in Russia is their main reason for taking a Baltic cruise, and with good reason.

It’s a stunning destination, and with so much to enjoy, it’s not unusual for ships to dock ...

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Tallinn, Estonia: A Disney Cruise Line Port of Call Review by Cheryl Pendry on 03-10-2017
The Disney Magic heads back to the Baltic this summer, albeit on a much more limited engagement than in some previous years.

In summer 2016, we were fortunate enough to enjoy some of the ports of call it will be making. One of the ones I ...

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Making the Most of Castaway Cay on an Overcast Day - A Disney Cruise Line Planning Article last updated 03-10-2017

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Parasailing at Castaway Cay - A Disney Cruise Line Port Adventures Review last updated 01-05-2017

Amy's Top 10 Tips for Disney Cruise Line Port Adventures - A Disney Cruise Line Planning Article last updated 12-22-2016

What Disney Cruise Line Can Learn From Celebrity Cruises - A Disney Cruise Line Review last updated 12-01-2016

What Celebrity Cruises Can Learn From Disney Cruise Line - A Cruise Planning Article last updated 11-24-2016

Disney Wonder Reimagined - Live Report on Changes last updated 11-17-2016

Five Ways to Save on a Disney Cruise - A Disney Cruise Line Planning Article last updated 11-17-2016

Halifax, Nova Scotia - A Disney Cruise Line Port of Call Review last updated 10-06-2016

Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada: 'The Greatest Little City in the East' - A Disney Cruise Line Port Review last updated 09-29-2016

Reykjavik, Iceland - A Disney Cruise Line Port of Call Review last updated 07-07-2016

Greenock, Scotland - A Disney Cruise Line Port of Call Review last updated 06-30-2016

The Port of Le Havre, France - A Disney Cruise Line Port of Call Review last updated 06-23-2016

Returning to the Disney Wonder After Cruising the Other Ships - A Disney Cruise Line Review last updated 06-09-2016

Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary and Crab Feast in Ketchikan - A Disney Cruise Line Shore Excursion Review last updated 06-02-2016

Alaska Whales and Glaciers Photo Safari in Juneau - A Disney Cruise Line Shore Excursion Review last updated 05-26-2016

Evening Wildlife Expedition in Skagway, Alaska - A Disney Cruise Line Shore Excursion Review last updated 05-19-2016

Liverpool, England - A Disney Cruise Line Port of Call Review last updated 05-12-2016

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"The Disney Magic returned from its two-week drydock last week with a re-themed restaurant—Carioca's became Rapunzel's Royal Table on deck 3 aft. The restaurant features an immersive dining adventure with food, music,and entertainment inspired by Disney's Tangled movie. The restaurant has been transformed into a royal ballroom where the King and Queen are celebrating Rapunzel's return home—guests see the Snuggly Ducking Thugs perform and get a visit from Rapunzel herself. Menu items include the Snuggly Duckling Platter (charcuterie), Tangled Pasta (angle hair pasta tossed in basil-pesto), Flynn Rider pork loin, Captain of the Guards roasted prime rib, Rapunzel's Fry Pan Sweet Bread, and warm braided apple strudel."
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"When packing for our cruise I always make sure to pack three clip style magnets. We use one to hold the navigator, one for the current days excursion tickets and the other one for all other tickets or papers we need. It helps keep us organized since the desk always seems to packed with stuff. And I also pack a magnetic hook to hang the lanyards on so we will always know where they are and they will not be covered by hats or sweaters. "
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