Disney Contemplates Alaska Cruises

[Grumpy]

http://www.cruisecritic.com/news/news.cfm?ID=2759

Mickey Moose, anyone? You might see just that in 2010 because Disney Cruise Line is investigating the possibility of cruising Alaska.

Disney Cruise Line has applied for a 10-year permit (valid from 2010 to 2019) to visit Glacier Bay, one of the most popular destinations for scenic cruising on Alaska itineraries. Current regulations restrict the number of vessels that can visit this national park, as well as the number of days lines can have ships there throughout the season. Disney's application for a permit is a clear sign that the line is considering offering Alaska cruises.

A spokeswoman for Disney Cruise Line confirms that Alaska cruises are in consideration, but says that the cruise line is always evaluating new itinerary possibilities. Indeed, Disney -- known for its Bahamas and Caribbean itineraries -- has tried out several new cruising regions over the past few years. Disney Magic tried out the Mediterranean in 2007 and the Mexican Riviera in 2005 and 2008. Next year, the ship will add two new Eastern Caribbean itineraries -- one featuring Tortola and the other St. Croix, both new ports for the cruise line.

Might Disney send Magic to Alaska in 2010? Or is it seeking options for its new, larger ships, which will debut in 2011 and 2012? Right now it's anyone's guess but we'll keep you posted as new developments occur.

[PolyBride'03]

Keep us posted!!!!

[TravelinGal]

That would be cool, BUT... Alaska cruises are already much more expensive than Caribbean cruises. Disney cruises in the Caribbean are already more than the other Caribbean cruises. I don't see people shelling out the money based on those trends.

I know I'd rather sail on Celebrity in a really nice suite (for AK) than a standard cabin on DCL (also for AK) -- and that is where I'm guessing the price ranges would compare.

[PolyBride'03]

We got spoiled with at Cat 4 on DCL....dont think we would be doing that for AK though! lol

[PolyBride'03]

With the 2010 itineraries being released, perhaps one of the 2 NEW ships will be cruising to Alaska!!