Cruise Line - New Show, New Excursions

[Sarangel]

Again from Passporter.com:

GOLDEN MICKEYS SHOW TO DEBUT FALL 2003

A brand new, live stage show begins production on the Disney Magic this autumn. The new show, called "Golden Mickeys," is in rehearsal now. Our contact at Disney Cruise Line had no clue as to the new show's storyline, but some digging about on the web revealed a casting call with some hints.

From what we understand, a female character named "Ensign Benson" starts the show as the nervous and awkward stagehand. During the show, famous Disney characters such as Tarzan, Pocahontas, Belle, Peter Pan, Nala, Hercules, Quasimodo, Prince Charming, Cinderella, Snow White, and Wendy show up.

By the show's end, Ensign Benson transforms into the confident and glamorous star of the show, the Disney Cruise Line's "leading lady." The new show isn't expected to replace any of the current stage shows, but it's possible it will take the place of one of the variety shows. Disney is not yet sure when the show will make its way to the Disney Wonder.

NEW CASTAWAY CAY EXCURSIONS
Four new adventures have been recently added to the roster of Castaway Cay shore excursions. The exact date they were introduced is unclear -- they weren't available on my March cruise, nor have we seen any discussion of them by cruisers online. Here are the new excursions:

_- Seahorse Snorkel Adventure -- Take a 40 min. trip aboard a 63 ft. catamaran to prime snorkeling waters. Don your gear (provided), get a brief orientation, and snorkel for an hour in 3-25 ft. deep water. Rum punch, bottled water, canned soda, and snacks are provided after the snorkel. Two restrooms are available onboard. Cost is $49 (ages 10+) and $29 (ages 5-9).

_- Walking & Kayak Nature Adventure -- Take a 40 min. walk with a nature guide around Castaway Cay and over to the kayak launching area. Paddle about for one hour in two-person kayaks (life jackets provided). Afterwards, swim at a secluded beach for a half an hour. Then take another 20 minute walk back to the tram. Cost is $60 (ages 10+). Note that there are no restrooms along the tour.

_- Glass Bottom Boat Scenic Voyage -- Board a 46-foot, glass-bottom trawler for a one-hour ecotour of the barrier reefs that protect Castaway Cay. The trawler has covered seating, but is one level only and has no restrooms. Bottled water provided. Cost is $25 (10+) and $20 (under 10).

_- Scuba Dive Adventure -- Certified divers can enjoy dive two sites near Castaway Cay. The first dive is 60 feet deep, the second is 40 feet deep. Equipment is provided; wet suits can be rented for $10/person. Guests ages 12-17 must be accompanied by a parent. Cost is $95 (ages 12+).
Full descriptions of these new shore excursions are available at DisneyCruise.com.

 

[Euphscott]

Thank you Sara.

It is time for a new show on board, this seems like it will be a nice addition. Although I'd almost rather a non0Disney charcter flled show since they do have Dreams and Hercules running. I am one that misses Ghost Ship which had no Disney tie ins, but was wonderfully done.

And Castaway Cay has always seemed ripe for expansion. The Disney company is not known for having a prime piece of property and not bleeding for all the profit it is worth!

 

[grad 2000]

thanks for the update. i am taking a 3 day cruise nov 13-16 (any one else going? ) i am always looking for different thing to do with each trip. wish i could go longer but my husband has school and my 2 jobs don't allow that much time off pre holiday season.

 

[anotherboardnposter]

Ensign Benson...a female character...Hmmm...

Is anybody thinking what I'm thinking...that perhaps the voice of "The Little Mermaid" (and one of my personal crushes) Jodi Benson might be taking to the ocean-bound stage?

Sincerely,

John "anotherboardnposter" Kilduff...

Well, I do think Jodi Benson is very pretty.