Disney Cruise Line goes on media blitz!

Starting on September 11, 2009, Disney seems to have quietly updated their cruise line loyalty program that goes by the name of Castaway Club. 

On that day they program split into 3 tiers:  silver, gold and platinum.  I’m surprised that they didn’t talk about this at the D23 presentation I went to last week, but here are the facts about the tiers:

	Silver Castaway Begins after your 1st completed cruise.	Gold Castaway Begins after your 5th completed cruise.	Platinum Castaway Begins after your 10th completed cruise.
Castaway Club Benefits at a Glance
AT-HOME BENEFITS
Insider Exclusives Just for members—Webcasts, info, tips and news.	•	•	•
Early Access to Online Activity Planning Advance booking for onboard amenities and shore excursions.	90 days prior to sailing	105 days prior to sailing	120 days prior to sailing
Dedicated Phone Number (800) 449-3380—your direct line for info and assistance.	•	•	•
Early Booking Opportunities Be among the first to book our newest itineraries and ships 7 days before the general public.		•	•
ONBOARD BENEFITS
Exclusive Cruise Terminal Check-In Sail through the boarding process in a separate, members-only line.	•	•	•
Welcome Back Stateroom Gift* Be welcomed back with a gift unique to your membership level.	•	•	•
Special Onboard Booking Offer While on board, enjoy special savings on future cruises.	•	•	•
Castaway Club Onboard Reception Meet and mingle with the ship's officers at a private party on voyages 4-nights and longer.		•	•
Special Merchandise Offering Take advantage of special onboard shopping opportunities.		•	•
Priority Check-In at Cruise Terminal Enjoy concierge priority boarding check-in at the cruise terminal.			•
Exclusive Platinum Experiences** Unforgettable Disney fun created just for Platinum members.			•
Complimentary Dinner at Palo*** Savor an elegant dinner at Palo, on us.			•

• * One gift per stateroom based on highest level Castaway Club member in stateroom.
• ** Exclusive Platinum experiences are subject to change without notice.
• *** Offer includes dining service fee ($15) for one dinner. Available to Platinum Castaway member and Guests staying in member's stateroom. Must be 18 years of age or older.

Additionally there will be a live broadcast online from New York City on October 29, at 4:15 PM with more details about the new Disney Dream ship currently under construction at Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany.  Appears that it will be broadcast through the Disney Cruise website.

And lastly, Disney will unveil a new 6 story tall Sailor Mickey balloon at this years Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade. 

I’ll try to have some more D23 stuff up soon!