Disney Magic Arrives in Dublin

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The Disney Magic arrived in Dublin this morning and its starting to be reported in Irish media. This is the Transatlantic Cruise, on its way to Dover.

http://www.thejournal.ie/disney-magic-dublin-2789378-May2016/

The Disney Magic cruise ship just docked in Dublin and it's Donald Duck-ing huge
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THE DISNEY MAGIC cruiseliner arrived in Dublin early this morning, carrying with it over 3,600 people.

The ship is making the journey from Port Canaveral in Florida to Dover in England as part of a 12 night transatlantic cruise.

There are 11 decks on the ship and those taking part in the voyage were today given a Cruise Dublin Visitor Pass to allow them explore the city before the ship departs again at 5.30pm.

The ship arrived this morning at about 5.30am and passengers were greeted by what Dublin Port described as a “Game of Thrones inspired entertainment spectacle”.

The ship is 300m long making it just about the right size to be able to both enter and turn around within the River Liffey.

Dublin Port recently began a €230 million upgrade project that will extend capacity and allow larger ships further up the mouth of the river to the Thomas Clarke Bridge.

The company says that Disney Magic is one of 113 cruise calls at Dublin Port this year, making it the busiest ever year for cruise travel.

TWEETS ABOUT THE DISNEY MAGIC

https://twitter.com/CruiseDublin/status/735724894634151936

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A magical sight.
If you happen to be around Dublin Port on Thursday, be sure to try and catch a glimpse of one of the most impressive luxury liners you’ll ever come across.

The Disney Magic cruise ship arrived in Dublin Port in the early hours of Thursday morning and will be docked until approximately 5.30pm on Thursday evening before it heads on its merry way again.

The ship is 300 metres long, has 11 decks on board and is one of 113 cruise ships scheduled to call at Dublin Port this year.

Dublin Port is the first and only Irish port of call for Disney Magic on what is her maiden voyage to Irish shores and the ship’s 3,650 passengers, cast and crew were greeted by an entertainment spectacle on the quayside this morning.

Magic.

 

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http://www.independent.ie/life/trav...e-ship-makes-maiden-visit-today-34746124.html

Disney in Dublin: Giant cruise ship makes maiden visit today

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Dublin Port today became the first and only Irish port of call for Disney Magic on her maiden voyage to Irish shores. The ship’s 3,650 passengers, cast and crew were greeted by an entertainment spectacle on the quayside in Dublin Port. The 300m, 11-deck luxury liner is one of 113 cruise ships scheduled to call at Dublin Port in 2016

The mouse is in the house! Or at least, the mouse is in Dublin, in the shape of the Disney Magic cruise liner.

The 300m cruise ship arrived into Dublin Port around 6.30am today as part of a transatlantic voyage from Florida to Dover, England.

The 11-deck ship was scheduled to dock at Ocean Pier 33, and should be visible both on arrival (from 5.30am) and departure (c. 5.30pm) from the Great South Wall.

Passengers were greeted by a ‘Game of Thrones’ inspired spectacle on the quayside, featuring music, drummers, dancers and Irish hounds and handlers.

This is the first time the Disney cruise ship has called to Dublin, with the vessel scheduled to return on June 13 as part of a bumper season for the Port.

Some 113 cruise calls carrying over 180,000 visitors are scheduled for 2016.

Disney Magic carries around 3,650 passengers, crew and 'cast' on a ship offering Broadway-calibre shows, first-run movies and character experiences as well as multiple pools, restaurant and entertainment options.

AquaDunk (above), one of its standout features, is a three-story body slide that begins with a surprise launch when the floor opens like a trap door. The drop sends guests on a ride that extends 20 feet over the ship's side.

The ship was originally unveiled in 1998, but received a major refurb in 2013. It is one of four family-friendly vessels operated by Disney Cruise Line.

Going to press, an 11-night transatlantic cruise from Barcelona was available on the Disney cruises website from €968.40pp plus taxes and fees based on two sharing an inside stateroom. Prices include meals and entertainment.

By 2020, Dublin Port's €230 million Alexandra Basin Redevelopment Project will allow it host the world's largest cruise ships - including Harmony of the Seas, which launched this week. Currently, larger ships have to reverse in to dock.

A new marketing agency - 'Cruise Dublin' - has been established to promote the city as a destination and home port for cruise ships, and the capital is set to host this year's Cruise Europe Conference from May 31 to June 2 in Dublin Castle.

Disney passengers will received a Cruise Dublin Visitor Pass, a new visitor card providing special admission to a range of historic, cultural and sporting attractions in the city, as well as incentives to shop and eat out at participating retailers, bars and restaurants.

 

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Thank you!!! Can't wait to be there for the second visit!!

 

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Thank you!!! Can't wait to be there for the second visit!!

You are welcome, its big news for Irish tourism, I'll keep adding to this when I find new articles