Halloween isn't the only time of year when travelers are interested in mysterious, magical, and otherworldly experiences. We mortals are fascinated by the invisible. We love supernatural movies and TV shows, and intriguing attractions themed around these themes.
In cities like New Orleans and Savannah, Georgia, haunted tourism thrives year-round. Magical thrill seekers flock to Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood to explore their popular Wizarding World of Harry Potter themed areas.
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Mixology can be its own kind of magic and creative cocktails and mocktails are in high demand, especially on cruise ships. On land and sea, themed bars and not-so-secret speakeasies invite people to enjoy craft cocktails in unique spaces.
To continue enticing travelers to enjoy the sea, cruise lines are coming up with new ways to surprise and delight passengers with onboard bars and entertainment.
Combining the appeal of immersive experiences that draw travelers into a story with the thrill of the supernatural, these exciting new experiences from Disney Cruise Line and Princess Cruises bring mystery, magic and animated fun to cruise nightlife.
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Haunted Mansion Theme Bar Coming to Disney Treasure Cruise
On Disney Cruise Line, the first Haunted Mansion-inspired bar will welcome foolish mortals when the Disney Treasure Ship sets sail beginning in December. Haunted Mansion Parlor will immerse guests in the mysterious history of the iconic Haunted Mansion Disney Parks attraction with a nautical twist.
Designed to resemble a first-class lounge from classic golden age cruise ships, Haunted Mansion Parlor will feature a puzzling story about a good-humored ship captain. Passengers can look around the lounge for clues as to how the captain entered the ghostly realm after a doomed dinner with his strange but fascinating fiancé.
Vigorous cocktails will add to the macabre experience such as a signature tequila cocktail served with a swirl of flavored smoke. This spooky twist on a daisy will contain a secret message that can only be revealed to guests using a black light.
Spooky portraits hanging around the lounge will remind guests of the paintings found inside the original Haunted Mansion attraction and give them a glimpse into some of the happy places that call the Disney Treasure home. Beware of hitchhiking ghosts!
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Princess Cruises Enters Guests with Spellbound Experience on Sun Princess
The magical art of mixology meets mind-blowing feats of magic on Carnival's new Princess Cruises ship, Sun Princess, debuting in early 2024. Sun Princess enchants guests with Spellbound by Magic Castle, a one-of-a-kind experience after dinner that includes magic performances. surprises in themed lounges and theatrical cocktails.
Spellbound by Magic Castle is a collaboration with Hollywood's legendary Magic Castle, the Academy of Magical Arts' exclusive private clubhouse located in a Victorian mansion in the Hollywood Hills. At Sun Princess, the Spellbound by Magic Castle experience features magicians sponsored by Magic Castle performing in an immersive themed venue.
The experience begins with a special dinner with a unique menu before guests are escorted to a mysterious door to enter the world of Spellbound.
Inside Spellbound, Victorian-inspired rooms designed to capture the essence of Hollywood's Magic Castle spark curiosity with magical artifacts and interactive special effects. Skilled bartenders prepare theatrical cocktails for guests before the evening culminates with close-up magic performances in the intimate 30-seat Spellbound Theatre.
Spellbound by Magic Castle is offered nightly on Sun Princess with three seating times and limited capacity. Advance reservation required with a cover charge of $149 per person.
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Sun Princess guests can enjoy even more magic on a Conjurer cruise
The cruise line is also offering a magic-themed Conjurer's cruise on Sun Princess, sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale Nov. 9-16, 2024. The magical voyage will feature lead performances by acclaimed actor and magician Michael Carbonaro.
In addition to being mesmerized by Spellbound, guests on the Conjurer's Cruise will experience awe and excitement with personalized magical events and activities. A variety of additional magical upgrades are also available to immerse passengers even further into the mysterious world of magic.
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