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disney cruise is the tops

By • November 8, 2010 • PixieNews • Leave a comment

Disney Cruise Line has been recognized as the No. 1 cruise experience at the Annual Readers’ Choice Awards for Condé Nast Traveler magazine in New York City.

Known as the leader in family cruising, Disney Cruise Line took the top honors in the Mega-Ship category, which is part of the magazine’s annual readers’ survey that recognizes the best in travel for resorts, destinations, airlines, cruise lines and car rental agencies.

Samantha Brown, renowned travel expert and television host on The Travel Channel, presented the award to Disney Cruise Line President Karl Holz at the awards gala in New York City.

We are delighted to be recognized by such an esteemed travel community. This award is a testament to our continued dedication toward creating an unparalleled family cruise vacation. We appreciate the support of our guests who have sailed with us time and again and who helped make it possible for us to receive this highly regarded award.
Karl Holz, Disney Cruise Line President

Since 2007, Disney Cruise Line has consistently placed in top spots with Condé Nast readers’ polls; however, this is the first time for the company to place No. 1 overall.

The accolade comes on the heels of an honor by readers of Travel + Leisure magazine, which recently named Disney Cruise Line the Top Family-Friendly Large-Ship Cruise Line in the 2010 World’s Best Awards poll.

Since first setting sail in 1998, Disney Cruise Line has received more than 50 distinguished awards and recognitions from the travel industry. The awards have applauded aspects of the operation from dining and entertainment … to youth activities and spa facilities.

To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, guests can contact their travel agent, visit disneycruise.com or call Disney Cruise Line at 888/DCL-2500. Travel agents can call Disney Cruise Line at 888/325-2500 or visit disneytravelagents.com.

fodor’s gold choice

By • August 30, 2010 • PixieNews • Leave a comment

Four Walt Disney World Resort hotels have been recognized by Fodor’s Travel with 2010 Choice Gold Awards:

  • Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa was recognized as a Best Destinations Wedding Hotel in the United States.
  • Disney’s All-Star Movies, All-Star Music and All-Star Sports resorts were recognized as Best Hotels for Kids and Families in the United States.

Fodor’s says of Disney’s All Star Movies, All-Star Music and All-Star Sports resorts:

Stay here if you want the quintessential Disney-with-your-kids experience.

Fodor’s says of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa:

Holding a wedding at Walt Disney World’s flagship resort is like living the happy ending of a fairy tale.

The Fodor’s Choice Gold 2010 Awards cater to travelers with a range of budgets, experiences and interests, making sure that each listed property embodies a truly authentic experience. To see a full list of winners in all 10 categories and read a full review of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and Disney’s All Star Movies, All-Star Music and All-Star Sports resorts visit: www.fodors.com.

PixieWine

By • August 20, 2010 • PixieNews • Leave a comment

It’s almost here and we are ready to help you find your way through the upcoming 2010 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival with our latest web-app, PixieWine. PixieWine offers an easy way to review all of the great demonstrations, seminars and dining experiences of the 2010 Epcot International Food Wine Festival at the Walt Disney World Resort, near Orlando, FL.

With PixieWine you can see about the latest performers for the “Eat to the Beat Concert Series”, find out when the next cooking demonstrations occur or just plan your day wandering around the Marketplace & Promenade of the festival.  So point your iPhone to PixieWine and enjoy the festival.

NOTE: PixieWine strives to provide accurate information, but some or all referenced material is subject to change at the discretion of the Walt Disney Co.  This application is not affiliated with, nor endorsed by the Walt Disney Co. in any manner. All references to trademarks, copyrights or other intellectual property remain the property of the Walt Disney Co., or their respective owners, and are used for informational purposes only.

PixieResorts

By • August 9, 2010 • PixieNews • 1 Comment

On the heels of last week’s release of PixieTimes, our web-app for park hours at the Walt Disney World Resort, we are set to release another new web-app; PixieResorts. PixieResorts offers information about your favorite hotels at the Walt Disney World Resort, here in Central Florida.

With PixieResorts you can find out the locations, rates and list of amenities offered at the wide variety of hotels at the Walt Disney World Resort. So point your iPhone, or favorite web-enabled browser, to PixieResorts to check up on the resorts at WDW.

With this release of PixieResorts, we strive to provide accurate information, but some or all referenced material is subject to change at the discretion of the Walt Disney Co.

NOTE: This application is not affiliated with, nor endorsed by the Walt Disney Co. in any manner. All references to trademarks, copyrights or other intellectual property remain the property of the Walt Disney Co. and are used for informational purposes only.

Airline Fees

By • August 4, 2010 • PixieNews • Leave a comment

The New York Times has a great article on the recent spate of fee-overkill in today’s airline industry. From the increased ticketing fees industry-wide to the ridiculous carry-on fees imposed by Spirit Air, these increases are getting the notice of not just the public; the House Subcommittee on Aviation and the Department of Transportation are both considering rules to insure these fees are properly disclosed to the traveling public.

Although many of these airline ticket fees are hidden in the normal course of purchasing a ticket FareCompare has a great table showing the breadth of these fees and surcharges that have become the bread and butter of the airline industry.

PixieTime

By • August 4, 2010 • PixieNews • 1 Comment

There seemed to be no good mobile solutions, that’s quick and easy, to find out the park hours for all the fun at the Walt Disney World Resort so we stepped up to the plate and created PixieTime.

PixiePins.com offers you an easy way to check out the park hours for all of the theme parks at the Walt Disney World Resort, near Orlando, FL. Point your iPhone to this site for the latest information on park hours; you can even add it to your home screen and run it as a full-fledged web app.

The hours include times for: The Magic Kingdom Park, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom as well as Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach.  All times are subject to change at the discretion of the Walt Disney Co.

NOTE: This web-application is not affiliated with the Walt Disney Co. in any manner and all references to trademarks, copyrights or other intellectual property remain the property of the Walt Disney Co. and are used for informational purposes only.

PixieKingdom HD

By • April 23, 2010 • PixieNews • Leave a comment

With the introduction of Apple’s iPad, the mobile computing world was again set on its ear. Operating with the same system as the iPhone, the iPad can run the same applications, but provides greater options to us developers due to its increased screen size.

To take advantage of the new screen size, as well as the new functionalities offered with the iPad, we have completely rewritten PixieKingdom which is now available for sale on the iTunes App Store.

From a bigger map, thanks to the iPad’s enhanced screen resolution, to detailed pop-ups with more information about the park, PixieKingdom HD offers a comprehensive look at the park.

PixieKingdom HD allows you the quickest and easiest way to review the rides and attractions at the Magic Kingdom, at Walt Disney World Resort, so you can plan your day while on holiday.

Some of our plans for the next update include: find me function to work with the new 3G versions set for delivery later this year, even more points of interest as well as any suggestions you wish to offer – we consider them all. So if you have any ideas, click our contact link in the footer.

PixieKingdom update 1.1

By • April 9, 2010 • PixieNews • Leave a comment

Available today! The latest update for our iPhone Map & Guide to the Magic Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort. So what’s new?

We have taken some time to implement a major update to PixieKingdom. We will continue to refine, enhance and expand all of our applications and welcome your feedback on the software. This version, however, includes numerous enhancements including:

  • Updated location pins
  • Implemented rotation views for all maps
  • Added Detail Attraction Information
  • Added Detail Shopping Information
  • Added Detail Dining Information
  • Minor bug fixes

PixieAdventure

By • March 26, 2010 • PixieNews • Leave a comment

So with all of the hoopla surround the great news about the Grand Opening for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, at Universal Orlando Resort’s Islands of Adventure, we are equally proud to announce the latest addition to our line of iPhone applications; PixieAdventure.

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PixieFlowers

By • February 28, 2010 • PixieNews • Leave a comment

Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival is always a signature event for Spring. Showcasing some of the most amazing floral displays throughout the park, the event also showcases great American gardeners who can help you make the most of your green thumb. Read More…