October 13, 2024 • 12 mins
Get ready for a fast-paced journey from land to sea in this exciting episode! 🚢🌍 First, we dive into the hottest Disney vacation deals that you won’t want to miss! Then, I’m taking you onboard as we set sail with practical tips for both first-time cruisers and seasoned pros. Whether you're planning your first voyage or you're a cruising veteran, this episode is packed with must-know advice to make your next adventure unforgettable!
And as always, I’m here to help with any questions or to book your dream vacation. Let’s make magic happen!
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Speaker 1 (00:02):
Hello, travelers and adventure seekers. Welcome to Magical Destinations by Steve,
a podcast that takes you on a journey around the
world without ever leaving.
Speaker 2 (00:12):
The comfort of your headlines.
Speaker 1 (00:14):
I'm your host, Steve Cohen, and I'm filed to be
your guide through the exciting realms of.
Speaker 3 (00:18):
Travel, culture and exploration. Whether you're a season traveler or
an armchair explorer, this podcast is your passport to a
road of fascinating stories, ending gems, and the cultures that
make our planets a rich and diverse I'm here to
ignite your boat charting and inspire your next adventure. Join
us as we navigate the twist in terms of travel,
(00:41):
offering practical tips, firsthand experience.
Speaker 1 (00:44):
And expert insights to help you make for most of
your own journeys. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or
a dreaming of an epic expedition. Magical Destinations by Steve
is here to be your trustee compass.
Speaker 2 (01:00):
Coming from the Ferndale. Magical Destinations by Steve Podcast Studios
is another episode of this fine, fantastic, great travel podcast. Hi,
I'm your host, Steve Cohen. You can reach me at
s Cohenatcreated Travel collection dot com. That is via email,
of course. You go to my website at Magical Destinations
(01:20):
by Steve dot com, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram. Your feedback is
always welcome. Your travel questions are always welcome as well.
It's been a couple weeks since my last podcast. Did
you ever have one of those surreal weeks? Well, two
weeks ago I did. It's kind of hard to pin down,
(01:40):
but this one was a whirlwin for those who are
new to this podcast. My full time job is I'm
an emails training specialist in Welcome County. I've been in
EMS for over forty three years now and I moved
out here to the Pacific Northwest four years ago to
be started my fifth year at Walkham County EMS, and
(02:03):
one of my responsibilities is community education out of nowhere.
Over the past two weeks, the inquiries about our community
education programs just flooded in, courses filled up, and wait
for it, some really great news. Our EMS overdose cases
have also dropped dramatically. That's really good news for us
here in Walkham County. Also, we're noticing a decrease throughout
(02:26):
the state, and I think that's part of our here
in Walkham County. Part of the reasons why is I
think all the NARCAN education is being done just not
by my office, but also our health department and other
community partners. On the travel side, the lineup was packed
with Disney, Hawaii, Italy, and Alaska all on the radar
(02:47):
for potential clients. And as if things couldn't get better,
my kids came up and visited, turning that week into
its own adventure. To top it off, To top it off,
this podcast was downloaded three times in Trinidad and Tobago.
Talk about international vibes. Wait, how is it October already?
(03:08):
If you cut yourself saying that I'm right there with you,
time is lying. And guess what. In just a few
short weeks, Walt Disney World will transform into Winter Wonderland.
The decorations will be up starting the first week of November,
and the first Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party kicks off
on November eighth. Just so you know, there is some
(03:29):
damage to Walt Disney World, but it all seems to
be Minor parks were open on October eleventh. What can
you expect at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party? Minnie's wonderful
Christmas Time fireworks. This is a festive explosion of colors
and joy. There's Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas Time Parade.
This parade is Haughty magic. It comes alive as your
(03:52):
favorite Disney characters marched through the park. Snap a pick
with Disney pals in their Christmas best the park, Hunt
down holiday cookies and festival and festive beverages. This is
included with your ticket. Don't miss the enchanting decorations transforming
the park into a Christmas dreamscape. Tickets are still available
(04:13):
for select nights through December twentieth, and as I said before,
if you don't want to go to the parks, explore
the resorts. They will be all decked out in Christmas garb.
You can make a whole day or whole evening adventure
by just visiting the resorts. Maybe the park's on on
your list. Maybe you want to take a Disney adventure
at sea. There are current savings on select Disney cruise
(04:37):
line sailings. Check out these deals from Galveston. There's a
five night Very Maritime Western Caribbean Cruise Nocember first, twenty
twenty four that's on the Disney Magic. They also have
a five night Western Caribbean cruise February second and February seventh,
twenty twenty five on the Disney Magic out of Port Canaval.
(04:57):
There's a three night Bohemian cruise on the Disney Wish
starting November first, twenty twenty four, and a four night
Bohemian cruise on the Disney Fantasy November December twenty twenty four.
Many sailing days there. If you're interesting in the parks,
interesting and maybe go on a cruise, reach out to
me at s Cohen at curatedtravel collection dot com. Now
(05:18):
looking at twenty twenty five, there are some big savings
at the Disney resorts. This is an early twenty twenty
five Are you looking for an early twenty twenty five escape?
Disney has rolled out amazing offers on rooms at select
Disney resort hotels, up to twenty five percent off rooms
most nights from February twenty third to April thirtieth, twenty
twenty five. There's twenty percent savings off some rooms on
(05:43):
most Sundays through Thursday nights from January one to February twentieth.
They always the prices will always increase around President's Day.
Stays again. If you can be flexible and travel through
Sunday through Thursday, either at Walt Disney World as well
as Disneyland, you can save big money for families who
are looking for a room and ticket package. How about
(06:05):
saving up to two hundred dollars per night for arrivals
most nights from February twenty six to June thirtieth, twenty
twenty five. That's a big space again. If you're interested,
just reach out to me. If a vacation is on
your horizon, it's either Disney, Hawaii, Italy, Alaska or beyond,
reach out to me. I'd love to make your dream
trip reality adventure waits let me make it magical again.
(06:29):
If you're thinking about vacationing, keep me in mind. Contact
me at s coenat Curatidtravelcollection dot com. My website at
Magical Destinations by Steve dot com. I'm on Instagram, Facebook,
and of course you can listen to this podcast and
just don't forget There is a new podcast called Ears
to Ears with Me and Mickey and Mickey has a
(06:49):
lot of good behind the scenes stories. Our latest episode,
we talked about disney World versus Disneyland, and I recap
my Disney World trip. He recaps his recently Disneyland trip
as well. As we all know, it's been a challenging
few weeks with the storms and the beginning of the
recovery efforts. I've been in contact with a handful of
(07:10):
colleagues from western North Carolina and thankfully they're safe and
doing well. They appreciated to check in. I know that
MYMS family in central North Carolina has also been stepping
up in many many ways. So to lift the mood
a bit, here's a joke before we dive into some
more content. Why did the airplane get sent to its
(07:32):
room because it had a bad altitude? Hey, I never
said I was a comedian on this podcast. Whether you're
about to embark on your very first cruise are a
season cruiser, there's nothing like the excitement of exploring new
destinations from the comfort of a shit help you make
most of your cruise, here are some great tips for
(07:54):
adventure excursions, staying safe and ensuring you have a blast
for the first time. Cruisers, plan your excursions early. Contact
me will plan them early and it's much easier, and
it's better to plan before you cruise because the cost
if you book the excursion on the cruise ship, it'll
(08:14):
be more expensive. The best adventure excursions like snorkeling and
crystal clear waters or exploring ancient ruins, tend to sew
out quickly, take a moment, research with your travel advisor
like me, and book your favorite activities in advance so
you don't miss out on the fun. Be smart about
your safety. Adventure is fun, but safety is key. Always
(08:35):
follow your excursion guides, stick to the recommended path and
wear the right gear. Don't forget to apply sunscreen and
stay hydrated. Know your limits. Some activities are physically demanding.
Be honest with yourself when choosing excursions, whether it's a
hike up of volcanoes or ziplining through the jungle, make
(08:57):
sure you're comfortable with the level activity involved. Hey, if
you've never tried a zip line or drove a scooter
on the opposite side of a roadway, maybe a cruise
is not the best place to learn. Just enjoy the
other cruiser activities. For my season cruisers, try something new,
and if you've been on multiple cruises, there's always a
(09:19):
new way to see the world. If you've ever been
kayaking or snorkeling before why not try a cooking class
and a local village or a wine tasting tour. I've
done both of those on numerous cruises, especially the wine tasting,
and my wife loves cooking classes. Stay alert and unfamiliar places.
(09:40):
As a season traveler, you probably know your way around.
Still it's important to be mindful of your surroundings, especially
in crowded markets or bustling cities. Keep your value secure
and avoid wondering too far from the group. For example,
in the old days, when my wife and I first
started cruising, we would go or se ways, especially when
(10:00):
we went to Saint Thomas. I would go diving and
she'd go shopping. And as the world change and activity
and crime kind of increase a little bit on these islands,
I don't let her go shopping by herself, and we
always go together. So make sure you take a look
what you're doing, make sure your valuables are secure. Take
time to unwind as well. Adventure doesn't always mean going
(10:24):
full throttle schedule. In some downtime, whether that's a beach
day or a spa afternoon, or just sitting by the pool,
this gives you an opportunity to recharge and truly enjoy
the journey. I just want to offer a few more tips.
Pack smart for your excursions. Comfortable shoes, hat, sunglasses, and
a small backpack. Those will be your best friends. Be
(10:46):
punctual always always be on time to leave for the excursion.
Be mindful of time when you are as sure, because
cruise ships won't wait. If you've been watching social media,
you see a lot of videos of people running to
get back to the ship as the ship is starting
to pull away from port. Be sure to head back
(11:07):
with plenty of time to spare. We also want you
to have fun, but remember you're on ship's time, so
if you're from a different time zone, make sure that
your phones as well as your watches are set to
this ship. Again, if you're thinking about vacationing, keep me
in mind. You can contact me. You know the email,
you know my Facebook, you know my social media. Everybody,
(11:29):
have a great day and I'll talk to you soon.
Hello, travelers and adventure seekers. Welcome to Magical Destinations by Steve,
a podcast that takes you on a journey around the
world without ever leaving.
Speaker 2 (00:12):
The comfort of your headlines.
Speaker 1 (00:14):
I'm your host, Steve Cohen, and I'm filed to be
your guide through the exciting realms of.
Speaker 3 (00:18):
Travel, culture and exploration. Whether you're a season traveler or
an armchair explorer, this podcast is your passport to a
road of fascinating stories, ending gems, and the cultures that
make our planets a rich and diverse I'm here to
ignite your boat charting and inspire your next adventure. Join
us as we navigate the twist in terms of travel,
(00:41):
offering practical tips, firsthand experience.
Speaker 1 (00:44):
And expert insights to help you make for most of
your own journeys. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or
a dreaming of an epic expedition. Magical Destinations by Steve
is here to be your trustee compass.
Speaker 2 (01:00):
Coming from the Ferndale. Magical Destinations by Steve Podcast Studios
is another episode of this fine, fantastic, great travel podcast. Hi,
I'm your host, Steve Cohen. You can reach me at
s Cohenatcreated Travel collection dot com. That is via email,
of course. You go to my website at Magical Destinations
(01:20):
by Steve dot com, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram. Your feedback is
always welcome. Your travel questions are always welcome as well.
It's been a couple weeks since my last podcast. Did
you ever have one of those surreal weeks? Well, two
weeks ago I did. It's kind of hard to pin down,
(01:40):
but this one was a whirlwin for those who are
new to this podcast. My full time job is I'm
an emails training specialist in Welcome County. I've been in
EMS for over forty three years now and I moved
out here to the Pacific Northwest four years ago to
be started my fifth year at Walkham County EMS, and
(02:03):
one of my responsibilities is community education out of nowhere.
Over the past two weeks, the inquiries about our community
education programs just flooded in, courses filled up, and wait
for it, some really great news. Our EMS overdose cases
have also dropped dramatically. That's really good news for us
here in Walkham County. Also, we're noticing a decrease throughout
(02:26):
the state, and I think that's part of our here
in Walkham County. Part of the reasons why is I
think all the NARCAN education is being done just not
by my office, but also our health department and other
community partners. On the travel side, the lineup was packed
with Disney, Hawaii, Italy, and Alaska all on the radar
(02:47):
for potential clients. And as if things couldn't get better,
my kids came up and visited, turning that week into
its own adventure. To top it off, To top it off,
this podcast was downloaded three times in Trinidad and Tobago.
Talk about international vibes. Wait, how is it October already?
(03:08):
If you cut yourself saying that I'm right there with you,
time is lying. And guess what. In just a few
short weeks, Walt Disney World will transform into Winter Wonderland.
The decorations will be up starting the first week of November,
and the first Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party kicks off
on November eighth. Just so you know, there is some
(03:29):
damage to Walt Disney World, but it all seems to
be Minor parks were open on October eleventh. What can
you expect at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party? Minnie's wonderful
Christmas Time fireworks. This is a festive explosion of colors
and joy. There's Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas Time Parade.
This parade is Haughty magic. It comes alive as your
(03:52):
favorite Disney characters marched through the park. Snap a pick
with Disney pals in their Christmas best the park, Hunt
down holiday cookies and festival and festive beverages. This is
included with your ticket. Don't miss the enchanting decorations transforming
the park into a Christmas dreamscape. Tickets are still available
(04:13):
for select nights through December twentieth, and as I said before,
if you don't want to go to the parks, explore
the resorts. They will be all decked out in Christmas garb.
You can make a whole day or whole evening adventure
by just visiting the resorts. Maybe the park's on on
your list. Maybe you want to take a Disney adventure
at sea. There are current savings on select Disney cruise
(04:37):
line sailings. Check out these deals from Galveston. There's a
five night Very Maritime Western Caribbean Cruise Nocember first, twenty
twenty four that's on the Disney Magic. They also have
a five night Western Caribbean cruise February second and February seventh,
twenty twenty five on the Disney Magic out of Port Canaval.
(04:57):
There's a three night Bohemian cruise on the Disney Wish
starting November first, twenty twenty four, and a four night
Bohemian cruise on the Disney Fantasy November December twenty twenty four.
Many sailing days there. If you're interesting in the parks,
interesting and maybe go on a cruise, reach out to
me at s Cohen at curatedtravel collection dot com. Now
(05:18):
looking at twenty twenty five, there are some big savings
at the Disney resorts. This is an early twenty twenty
five Are you looking for an early twenty twenty five escape?
Disney has rolled out amazing offers on rooms at select
Disney resort hotels, up to twenty five percent off rooms
most nights from February twenty third to April thirtieth, twenty
twenty five. There's twenty percent savings off some rooms on
(05:43):
most Sundays through Thursday nights from January one to February twentieth.
They always the prices will always increase around President's Day.
Stays again. If you can be flexible and travel through
Sunday through Thursday, either at Walt Disney World as well
as Disneyland, you can save big money for families who
are looking for a room and ticket package. How about
(06:05):
saving up to two hundred dollars per night for arrivals
most nights from February twenty six to June thirtieth, twenty
twenty five. That's a big space again. If you're interested,
just reach out to me. If a vacation is on
your horizon, it's either Disney, Hawaii, Italy, Alaska or beyond,
reach out to me. I'd love to make your dream
trip reality adventure waits let me make it magical again.
(06:29):
If you're thinking about vacationing, keep me in mind. Contact
me at s coenat Curatidtravelcollection dot com. My website at
Magical Destinations by Steve dot com. I'm on Instagram, Facebook,
and of course you can listen to this podcast and
just don't forget There is a new podcast called Ears
to Ears with Me and Mickey and Mickey has a
(06:49):
lot of good behind the scenes stories. Our latest episode,
we talked about disney World versus Disneyland, and I recap
my Disney World trip. He recaps his recently Disneyland trip
as well. As we all know, it's been a challenging
few weeks with the storms and the beginning of the
recovery efforts. I've been in contact with a handful of
(07:10):
colleagues from western North Carolina and thankfully they're safe and
doing well. They appreciated to check in. I know that
MYMS family in central North Carolina has also been stepping
up in many many ways. So to lift the mood
a bit, here's a joke before we dive into some
more content. Why did the airplane get sent to its
(07:32):
room because it had a bad altitude? Hey, I never
said I was a comedian on this podcast. Whether you're
about to embark on your very first cruise are a
season cruiser, there's nothing like the excitement of exploring new
destinations from the comfort of a shit help you make
most of your cruise, here are some great tips for
(07:54):
adventure excursions, staying safe and ensuring you have a blast
for the first time. Cruisers, plan your excursions early. Contact
me will plan them early and it's much easier, and
it's better to plan before you cruise because the cost
if you book the excursion on the cruise ship, it'll
(08:14):
be more expensive. The best adventure excursions like snorkeling and
crystal clear waters or exploring ancient ruins, tend to sew
out quickly, take a moment, research with your travel advisor
like me, and book your favorite activities in advance so
you don't miss out on the fun. Be smart about
your safety. Adventure is fun, but safety is key. Always
(08:35):
follow your excursion guides, stick to the recommended path and
wear the right gear. Don't forget to apply sunscreen and
stay hydrated. Know your limits. Some activities are physically demanding.
Be honest with yourself when choosing excursions, whether it's a
hike up of volcanoes or ziplining through the jungle, make
(08:57):
sure you're comfortable with the level activity involved. Hey, if
you've never tried a zip line or drove a scooter
on the opposite side of a roadway, maybe a cruise
is not the best place to learn. Just enjoy the
other cruiser activities. For my season cruisers, try something new,
and if you've been on multiple cruises, there's always a
(09:19):
new way to see the world. If you've ever been
kayaking or snorkeling before why not try a cooking class
and a local village or a wine tasting tour. I've
done both of those on numerous cruises, especially the wine tasting,
and my wife loves cooking classes. Stay alert and unfamiliar places.
(09:40):
As a season traveler, you probably know your way around.
Still it's important to be mindful of your surroundings, especially
in crowded markets or bustling cities. Keep your value secure
and avoid wondering too far from the group. For example,
in the old days, when my wife and I first
started cruising, we would go or se ways, especially when
(10:00):
we went to Saint Thomas. I would go diving and
she'd go shopping. And as the world change and activity
and crime kind of increase a little bit on these islands,
I don't let her go shopping by herself, and we
always go together. So make sure you take a look
what you're doing, make sure your valuables are secure. Take
time to unwind as well. Adventure doesn't always mean going
(10:24):
full throttle schedule. In some downtime, whether that's a beach
day or a spa afternoon, or just sitting by the pool,
this gives you an opportunity to recharge and truly enjoy
the journey. I just want to offer a few more tips.
Pack smart for your excursions. Comfortable shoes, hat, sunglasses, and
a small backpack. Those will be your best friends. Be
(10:46):
punctual always always be on time to leave for the excursion.
Be mindful of time when you are as sure, because
cruise ships won't wait. If you've been watching social media,
you see a lot of videos of people running to
get back to the ship as the ship is starting
to pull away from port. Be sure to head back
(11:07):
with plenty of time to spare. We also want you
to have fun, but remember you're on ship's time, so
if you're from a different time zone, make sure that
your phones as well as your watches are set to
this ship. Again, if you're thinking about vacationing, keep me
in mind. You can contact me. You know the email,
you know my Facebook, you know my social media. Everybody,
(11:29):
have a great day and I'll talk to you soon.
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