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S01e01 msc poesia.

• January 1, 2012

A tour of the Eastern Caribbean.

S01E02 MSC Fantasia

The Mediterranean: Sun-drenched beaches and cities rich with historical influence. See all of this and more as you sail on the MSC Fantasia, one of the most luxurious ships built by a European cruise line.

S01E03 MSC Musica

Adriatic Sea

S01E04 MSC Orchestra

S01e05 silversea silver spirit.

St Thomas, St Lucia, Granada 850 passengers

S01E06 MSC Magnifica

S01e07 rci navigator of the seas.

CoCo Cay to the Cayman Islands; Cozumel; Fort Lauderdale.

S01E08 RCI Vision of the Seas

S01e09 rci rhapsody of the seas, s01e10 rci explorer of the seas, s01e11 unknown, s01e12 unknown, s01e13 unknown, s01e14 unknown, s02e01 du ponant austral.

• January 1, 2013

S02E02 Vasco da Gama

S02e03 ms europe, s02e04 ms vivaldi, s02e05 duponant: ponant, s02e06 duponant: boreal.

St. Lawrence River Montreal to Boston 132 cabins

S02E07 Belle de Cadix

S02e08 silver shadow.

With a 300-member crew that caters to fewer than 400 passengers, the Silver Shadow sails the coastline of Southeast Asia, making stops in Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and Singapore.

S02E09 AmaWaterways' Amadolce

"Dolce" means sweet in Italian, and you will be living the sweet life on AmaDolce.

S02E10 Costa Luminosa

S02e11 croisieurope ms botticelli.

Launched in 2004 and completely renovated in 2010, the small but intimate MS Botticelli sails on France's revered Seine River with stops in Paris, Rouen, Caudebec-en-Caux and Honfleur. 100 meters 3 decks 75 cabins 150 passengers

S02E12 Pullmantur Sovreign

Mediterranean 268 meters 1162 cabins

S02E13 MSC Lirica

Antilles, Caribbean Sea 13 decks 780 cabins 1500 passengers

S02E14 Zenith

S02e15 la belle de l'adriatique.

Custom-built to navigate the Adriatic Sea and the Dalmatian Coast, the Belle de L'Adriatique sales along the Croation coast; ports-of-call are Dubrovnik, Split, Hvar and Korcula. 5 decks 100 cabins 200 passengers

S02E16 Croisieurope Indochine

Cambodia / Vietnam - Mekong River small riverboat 2 decks 24 cabins ~50 passengers

S02E17 DuPonant: Le Soleal

Celtic Culture Portugal to Iceland 142 meters 139 crew 250 passengers

S02E18 Alexander Pushkin

S02e19 croisieurope cyrano de bergerac.

Cruising the Gironde Estuary in southwest France known for its amazing wines and its many historical sites before flowing into the Atlantic Ocean.

S02E20 Croisieurope Van Gogh

Take a delightful trip up the historic Rhone River in France, from Martiques on the Mediterranean, to Chalon sur Saone on board the fabulous river boat Van Gogh. We'll be stopping along the way to visit beautiful towns along the ports.

S02E21 Pullmantur Zenith 2

The Pullmantur Zenith sets sail with 1500 lucky passengers to explore the ancient and modern worlds of the Greek Islands and Turkey; ports of call are Santorini, Marmaris, Rhodes, Ephesus, Istanbul, the island of Mykonons and Athens.

S02E22 MS Michelangelo

The size of this ship allows it to cruise the Venetian Lagoon and to moor close to Saint Mark’s Square! The restaurant is located at the back of the main deck and the lounge / bar at the front. The sun deck with sun loungers is the perfect place to relax and admire the panoramic view of Venice.

S02E23 Mahabaahu

S02e24 the queen of the mississippi, s02e25 rainforest cruises peru, s02e26 amawaterways' amaprima.

Enjoy an authentic European river cruise experience on board AmaPrima. Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and fresh scents of Europe’s great landscapes from our signature twin balconies, available in most staterooms.

S03E01 The western Caribbean on board the Carnival Sunshine

The turquoise blue water shines under the tropical sun and the soft sea breeze caresses your skin. Welcome to the Caribbean.

S03E02 Eastern Mediterranean aboard La Belle de l'Adriatique

In this episode we went to discover the easternmost part of the Mediterranean, where the Christian and Byzantine civilizations are intertwined.

S03E03 The Rhine aboard the Lafayette

In this episode we invite you to join us aboard the Lafayette and take anchors to live an adventure on the Rhine.

S03E04 Cruise expedition through Southeast Asia aboard the Silver Discoverer

Dream Cruises invites us to get on board the Silver Discoverer to live a fantastic adventure in Southeast Asia. The trip will begin in Bali and will take us to Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines, to end on the island of Taiwan.

S03E05 The Persian Gulf and the Oman Sea aboard the MSC Orchestra

Dream Cruises invites you to sail the waters of the Persian Gulf and the Oman Sea in search of the wonders of the Middle East. We will see the impressive architecture of Dubai rising in the middle of the desert and visit its magnificent new mosques, which look like they were taken from a storybook.

S03E06 The western Caribbean aboard the Divine MSC

We invite you to join us aboard the Divine MSC for a dream cruise through the Caribbean.

S03E07 The Marquesas Islands on board the Aranui 3

In this episode, the program invites you to travel through the South Pacific to discover the Marquesas Islands, in the heart of French Polynesia.

S03E08 The Society Islands aboard the MS Paul Gauguin

Dream Cruises invites you to the magnificent Islands of the Society, in French Polynesia. Natural paradises of breathtaking beauty await us both on land and underwater, and the welcome we will receive from the islanders is so friendly that you will want to move to live forever in this little piece of paradise.

S03E09 The Backwaters of Kerala in India aboard the Vaikundam and the Sauver Nigam

Dream Cruises invites you to India to discover a world of lakes, lagoons and channels of extraordinary tranquility. We will meet the colorful inhabitants of the extensive Remansos region, in Kerala.

S03E10 The best of the Eastern Caribbean on board the Wind Surf

Sint Maarten, Dominica, Barbuda, Saint Lucia, Guadeloupe, Saint Kitts and Nevis ... Each of these idyllic islands of the Lesser Antilles has its own personality and charm. In this episode we will visit this fascinating archipelago of the heart of the Caribbean.

S03E11 The Seine on board the Amalegro

The Seine is undoubtedly one of the most famous rivers in the world. From its birth in the beautiful French countryside it runs through Paris and then westward, crossing Normandy until it empties into the English Channel

S03E12 The Yangtze aboard the Victoria Sophia

Dream Cruises invites you to get on board the Victoria Sophia of Victoria Cruises to explore the legendary Yangtze River, which is the third longest in the world: from its source in the mountains of Tibet it travels thousands of kilometers until it flows into the China Sea Oriental.

S03E13 The Mekong in Vietnam and Cambodia aboard the Aqua Mekong

In this episode of dream cruises we went aboard the Aqua Mekong, the latest addition to the Aqua Expeditions fleet, to explore Vietnam and Cambodia from the Mekong River.

S03E14 The Loire Valley aboard the MS Loire Princesse

The MS Loire Princesse was specially created to navigate the longest river in France, the Loire. The design of the boat was inspired by the old technique of the paddle wheel, updated to today's needs with modern techniques.

S03E15 RCI Voyager of the Sea

Croatia and the Adriatic Sea. Explore wonders off the Adriatic Sea. The Voyager of the Seas has sailed practically every ocean in the world, and now it's set its course for the coast of Italy.

S03E16 Legend of the Seas

• December 20, 2014

The unexpected wonders of China come to life on this liner, The Legend of the Seas. Travel through Shanghai and take exciting side trips through China's neighboring countries.

S03E17 L'Austral

• February 11, 2015

The sister ship of Le Soleil and Le Boreal. It is aboard the Austral, a gigantic 149 meter yacht that we will journey through Antarctica in the presence of penguins, whales, seals, dauphins, carnivorous birds and powerful killer whales!

S03E18 Amalnegro

• November 12, 2015

The Seine is one of the most famous rivers in the world, flowing through Paris and out into the English Channel.

S03E19 Lafayette

• December 19, 2015

Aachen; the Romantic Rhine; the Black Forest; Lake Constance; visiting cathedrals in Cologne and Strasbourg.

S03E20 Far Horizon

Luxury and leisure on the Far Horizon.

S03E21 Sunshine

• December 24, 2015

The Carnival Sunshine heads to the Cayman islands and then to Cozumel.

S03E22 Windstar Windsurf

• December 25, 2015

MSY Wind Surf is a five-mast staysail schooner that is one of the largest sailing cruise ships in the world, with two electric propulsion motors powered by four diesel electric generating sets. She can carry up to 342 passengers, in a total of 150 ocean-view staterooms, 18 ocean-view suites and 2 deluxe bridge suites, with a crew of 210.

S03E23 RC Allure of the Seas

• April 19, 2017

Allure of the Seas is an Oasis-class cruise ship owned and operated by Royal Caribbean International. As of 2018, the Oasis class ships were the largest passenger vessels ever in service, and Allure is 50 millimetres (2.0 in) longer than her sister ship Oasis of the Seas, though both were built to the same specifications.

S03E24 RC Brilliance of the Seas

• April 21, 2017

GTS Brilliance of the Seas is a cruise ship belonging to the Royal Caribbean's Radiance class.

S03E25 MSC Meraviglia

• August 17, 2020

MSC Meraviglia is a cruise ship owned and operated by MSC Cruises, built at the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in St. Nazaire, France, by STX France. MSC Meraviglia is the lead ship of MSC's new "Vista Project" vessels, the Meraviglia class, with MSC Bellissima following in 2019. Each vessel has a passenger capacity of 4,500. When it entered service in June 2017, it was the sixth largest cruise ship in the world.

S03E26 Silversea Silver Wind

Join the Silver Wind on an adventure from Antigua to St. Lucia and then Barbados. Refurbished in November 2021, Silver Wind is an intimate yet spacious ice-class ship that offers one of the best luxury expedition cruise experiences there is.

S04E01 Amadara

Cambodia and Vietnam are two jewels of Southeast Asia, two beautiful countries furrowed by the winding waters of the historic Mekong River. We boarded a cruise on the Mekong, from its confluence with Tonle Lake near the town of Siem Reap, Cambodia, to the Mekong delta, near Ho Chi Minh. During the journey we will stop to explore small villages and large cities, always with the class and comfort of RV Amadara.

S04E02 Amaviola

The fabulous landscapes of Holland and Belgium are the perfect setting for a spring cruise. Tulips, chocolate, beautiful architecture and a rich maritime tradition: everything within our reach as we embark on the Amaviola of Ama Waterways to explore the Netherlands and get to know its charming inhabitants better

S04E03 Anawrahta

The Irrawaddy River, also known as "the road to Mandalay", is a waterway full of contrasts that runs through the heart of exotic Burma. We will explore the riverside villages, ancient temples and bustling markets, and meet the people who inhabit this magical golden land

S04E04 Carnival Vista

Get ready for a large-scale adventure in the company of almost four thousand friends with whom we will sail from Miami on a cruise to remember. The fabulous Carnival Vista will take us to see the wonders of Aruba, Curaçao, the Dominican Republic and Grand Turk Island, in the crystalline waters of the southern Caribbean. And these destinations are just the beginning, because aboard this dream ship there are a lot of things to see and do

S04E05 Costa Deliziosa

This week we embark on an exciting route through the Caribbean. We set sail from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and stopped at the historic and spectacular Nassau, in the Bahamas. Then we sail south and practice bobsleigh and fly among the trees of the mountains of Jamaica

S04E07 RV Kalaw

Burma: ten thousand temples, one hundred thirty-five ethnic groups, and a history that is lost in the mists of the past. Crossing the country like an immense silk pashmina, the Irrawaddy River connects the different towns and regions of this fascinating nation. Touring this historic river aboard an all-inclusive river cruise will be the adventure of a lifetime.

S04E08 Elbe Princesse

A week of discoveries awaits us on this cruise on the Elbe from Berlin, Germany, to Prague, in the Czech Republic. We discovered mountain castles and spectacular cathedrals, all from the comfort of our cruise, the Elbe Princesse.

S04E09 Le Lyrial

Of all the maritime routes in the world, the Mediterranean is surely the one that has seen more history and more culture. Great civilizations have risen and fallen on its shores, and the people and cultures of the region have reached all corners of the planet. We invite you to discover the place where democracy was born, the origin of legends and myths, and a fantastic setting to spend a vacation aboard a dream cruise.

S04E10 Armonia

This week we travel through the blue waters of the Caribbean aboard the impressive MSC Armonia. From Havana, the most attractive city in the area, we sail south to the beautiful waters and mysterious forests of Belize, and explore the ancient Mayan culture. Then we visit the colorful Honduran island of Roatan, where we visit forests inhabited by exotic and very confident animals. And finally the coasts of the Yucatan, to buy at the duty free and visit ancient pyramids, in addition to resting on the beach and enjoy dancing

S04E11 MSC Opera

Caribbean cruises have always been very successful, and for many reasons. Now there is one more reason to fall in love with this fantastic part of the world: the recent rapprochement between Cuba and the US has made it possible for many more people to discover for the first time the largest of the Caribbean islands. Join us to visit the warm Havana, where we will embark on the MSC Opera, our next dream cruise

S04E12 Silver Cloud

We will sail from Spain towards the African Gold Coast. Could there be a better adventure? From the historic European comfort to the nature and culture of the Gambia and Cote d'Ivoire. The Silver Cloud will be our home during this dream cruise.

S04E13 Preziosa

A dream cruise through the Mediterranean awaits us to set sail. All the wonders of Italy, Malta, Spain and France are on the menu, departing from Rome for a week of fun aboard the spectacular MSC Preziosa.

S05E01 The west and north of Europe on board the Costa Magica

This week we embark on the Costa Magica to enjoy a cruise that will take us from Italy to Sweden. We will cross the waters of the Mediterranean Sea, the Atlantic Ocean, the North Sea and the Baltic Sea. We will stop at mythical places like Barcelona and Copenhagen, along with other lesser-known cities such as Vigo, in Spain and Harwich, in England

S05E02 Northern Europe on board the Mediterranean Coast

This week we will discover Northern Europe aboard the Mediterranean Coast. We will visit Amsterdam, the center of impressionism, Bruges and its canals surrounded by medieval architecture, Dover and its majestic white cliffs offering a stunning view of the English Channel, and Hamburg, a dynamic city renowned for its restaurants and bars.

S05E03 Central Europe on board the MS Joy

The Danube: famous river of Europe, whose mere mention is enough to evoke images of castles, cathedrals and historic cities. This week we will discover centuries of stories and some of the cultural gems of Germany, Austria, Slovakia and the Czech Republic, while we enjoy our river cruise aboard the MS Joy.

S05E04 The Lesser Antilles on board the Silver Muse

This week the menu consists of getaways and changes of scenery. We will immerse ourselves in a getaway to the Lesser Antilles, where large vessels can not venture. We will embark on a true marine jewel - the Silver Muse - to discover destinations such as Barbados, Granada, Antigua and San Bartolomé.

S05E05 The eastern Caribbean on board the MSC Seaside

Eat, have a drink, tour the shops, swim, sunbathe and enjoy spectacular views of white sandy beaches surrounded by a turquoise sea. This is what awaits us this week during our visit to Puerto Rico, San Martin and the Bahamas aboard the MSC Seaside.

S05E06 Southern Africa on board the MS African Dream

This week we will embark on the MS African Dream for a river cruise along some of the borders of the planet: Southern Africa. We will visit countries such as Botswana, Zimbabwe and Namibia, as we sail through the waters of the Zambezi River. We will not only discover spectacular landscapes and large mammals and predators, but also a very refined gastronomy.

S05E07 The western Caribbean on board the Carnival Horizon

This week we will explore the western Caribbean, where the colors of the sea vary from deep blue to turquoise and translucent. There we will find fun, comfort and exotic destinations, while we sail aboard the majestic Carnival Horizon to visit Cozumel, in Mexico, Ocho Rios, in Jamaica and George Town, in the Cayman Islands.

S05E08 The Douro river valley aboard the MS Gil Eanes

This week let yourself be seduced by the picturesque charms of Spain and Portugal. We will sail along the banks of the Douro River, also known as the Golden River, where terraced vineyards, typical villages and odorous wines will be displayed before us while we enjoy our cruise aboard the MS Gil Eanes.

S05E09 Peru and the Amazon on board the Aqua Aria Amazon

In this episode, we are invited aboard L'Aria Amazon, we begin our trip in Peru, in the city of Iquitos, where our ship is located. We discover the Amazon River aboard small boats and make some stops in San Miguel.

S05E10 The Adriatic Sea aboard the MS Belle de l'Adriatique

In this episode, we are invited aboard the MS Belle of I'Adriatique sailing on the Adriatic Sea. We begin our cruise in Croatia in the city of Dubrovnik, we will make some stops along the Adriatic sea, either in the city of Vlora in Albania, then in Saranda, then we will stop in Corfu in Greece, then Return to Albania in the city from Durrës, we finally visited Montenegro before returning where our trip to Dubrovnik began.

S05E11 The north coast of South America on board the Ponant-Champlain

In this episode, we are invited aboard the Ponant Champlain, we sail along the north coast of South America. The shipment will be made in Cayenne, in French Guiana, and we will make some stops in the islands of Salut, Paramaribo Suriname, Venezuela and the Lesser Antilles to complete our trip to Barbados. We will live an incredible experience discovering extraordinary places!

S05E12 The charm of the Rhine aboard the Ama Kristina

From Basel, Switzerland, to Amsterdam, Holland, passing through Cologne, Germany, this week we embark on the AmaKristina to enjoy a river cruise along the Rhine. On this fascinating journey we will discover timeless traditions, enchanting places and exquisite cuisine.

S05E13 The Caribbean on board the Silver Sea

We sail through the sunny Caribbean. Come with us when we leave Fort Lauderdale (Miami) for the Dominican Republic, and then explore many of the smaller islands of the Caribbean, from the top of the mountains to the bottom of the sea.

S05E14 Costa Diadema

• June 27, 2017

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Your guide to the 2023 woodward dream cruise: what you need to know, dream cruise takes place each year on the third saturday in august.

Ken Haddad , Digital Managing Editor

DETROIT – The 2023 Woodward Dream Cruise is Saturday, August 19. Here’s everything you need to know.

The Woodward Dream Cruise is the world’s largest one-day celebration of classic car culture that attracts over 1 million visitors, and more than 40,000 muscle cars, street rods, custom, collector and special interest vehicles.

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The Woodward Dream Cruise takes place each year on the third Saturday in August, and runs between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.

What is the Dream Cruise?

In August 1995, Nelson House and a group of volunteers looked to relive and recreate the nostalgic heydays of the 50s and 60s, when youth, music and Motor City steel roamed Woodward Avenue, America’s first highway.

That year, 250,000 people participated—nearly ten times the number expected. The rest, as they say, is history.

Where is the Dream Cruise route?

The Woodward Dream Cruise spans much of the avenue: classic vehicle drivers cruise through nine participating communities (Pontiac, Bloomfield Township, Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Royal Oak, Berkley, Huntington Woods, Pleasant Ridge and Ferndale) in Oakland County, Michigan. Spectators and cruisers travel to Metro Detroit, the birthplace of the American automobile, to participate in an event that celebrates all things automotive.

How much does it cost?

There are no fees to cruise in the event or to watch. Anyone can participate although, those not driving a classic car are asked to stay out of the two right lanes nearest to the curb.

Where do folks park?

The Woodward Dream Cruise is a spectacular experience to drive, or, merely watch and marvel from the sidelines. Public parking is available along or near the cruise route.

Public safety info

The Woodward Dream Cruise is an alcohol-free, family-oriented event. As public safety is paramount, cruisers are asked to obey all rules of the road.

Police departments from each community patrol on foot, horseback and vehicles during the Cruise to ensure a safe and family-friendly environment for everyone. A team of amateur radio operators also serve as additional “eyes and ears” of law enforcement officials along the Cruise route.

More info at the official website.

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Official WDC Schedule of Events & Road Map

The official woodward dream cruise takes place annually on the 3rd saturday in august, from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm., click the blue bars, to view each participating community and/or sponsoring partner’s event schedule., city of berkley.

Friday, August 16, 2024:

• 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM: CruiseFest Classic Car Parade , On West 12 Mile Rd., between Coolidge and Greenfield Rd.
• 4:00 PM – 9:00PM: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise, West 12 Mile at Woodward Avenue

Saturday, August 17, 2024:

• ALL DAY: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise, West 12 Mile Rd at Woodward Avenue

www.berkleymich.org/cruisefest

City of Birmingham

• 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Birmingham Cruise
• S. Old Woodward and Maple to Lincoln
• Classic Car Show, Interactive Sponsor Displays, Retail and Food Vendors
• ALL DAY: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise

www.AllinBirmingham.com/CruiseEvent

City of Ferndale

Friday, August 16, 2024 – Nine Mile Rd and Woodward

• 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Ferndale Emergency Vehicle Show
• 5:00 PM: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
• 5:30 PM: Lights & Sirens Cruise Parade (begins on East Nine Mile Rd at Woodward, north to Eleven Mile Rd and back to East Nine Mile Rd)
• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Kids Car Club & Play Zone
• 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM: MMRA’s Quarter Midget Youth Racing Cars
• 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM: Rock’n Live Entertainment Stage
• ALL DAY: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise, food and merchant vendors

Saturday, August 17, 2024 @ Nine Mile Rd and Woodward

• 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Mustang Alley
• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM: Kids Car Club & Play Zone
• 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM: Rock’n Live Entertainment Stage

www.FerndaleDreamCruise.com

City of Royal Oak

• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Classic Car Show
• ALL DAY: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise, Vendors and Food Court
• 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Cruise In Shoes 5k Run
• 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM:  Classic Car Show

City of Pleasant Ridge

• ALL DAY: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise, Woodward and Oakland Park Blvd.
• 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Ford Bronco Show , Woodward and Oakland Park Blvd.

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Saturday, August 17, 2024 – SMART-WDC FREE SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE Join us on Saturday, August 17, 2024, for a stress-free ride to the Woodward Dream Cruise with SMART – WDC’s Free Shuttle Bus Service! Enjoy the iconic event from a SMART perspective as you travel in comfort on our air-conditioned buses. Forget the hassle of parking, gas, and driving – we’ve got it all covered!

• Free Rides for All: Hop on and off the shuttle for free anywhere along the Woodward route, from Ferndale to Downtown Pontiac.
• Convenient Hours: Shuttles run from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., giving you plenty of time to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Dream Cruise.
• Easy Boarding: Catch the shuttle at any RED SMART or FAST bus stop along Woodward Avenue.
• Accessibility and Convenience: All our shuttles are wheelchair accessible and equipped with bike racks, ensuring everyone can join in the fun.

NOTICE: The Calendar of Events are subject to change without notice.

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Woodward Dream Cruise returns this weekend. Here's what to know about parking, events and more

By Sara Powers

August 16, 2023 / 11:49 AM EDT / CBS Detroit

(CBS DETROIT) - The Woodward Dream Cruise is here for its 2023 season! Here's everything you need to know about the route, parking, free bus rides, community events and more!

When and where is the Woodward Dream Cruise? 

The event will happen on Saturday, Aug. 19, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. 

The Woodward Dream Cruise was founded in 1995 and goes through nine Oakland County communities along 16 miles of Woodward Avenue. 

The participating communities include Pontiac, Bloomfield Township, Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Royal Oak, Berkley, Huntington Woods, Pleasant Ridge and Ferndale. 

To view the official map for the event, visit here . 

What can visitors expect during the Woodward Dream Cruise?

Every year, the event draws in about 1.5 million people who can expect to see over 400,000 cars, including muscle, street rods, custom builds, collector cars and special edition vehicles participating in the cruise. 

Ford Motor Company is again the event's sponsor for the sixth consecutive year. 

"It's incredibly special to celebrate Ford's 120th Anniversary with Henry Ford's first race car along with our entire portfolio to help power the Woodward Dream Cruise," said Bryan Guldi, Ford U.S. branded activations manager, in a press release. "Collaborating with the Woodward Dream Cruise is very important to Ford Motor Company because we strive to contribute and give back in meaningful ways to the communities where we live, work... and cruise."

The 2023 Woodward Dream Cruise features the new Mustang Dark Horse, which is debuting this summer with an updated look and maintains manual transmission.

Ford will also feature its Bronco Raptor and F-150 Lightning at the event. 

Will there be construction during the Woodward Dream Cruise? 

The construction on Woodward Avenue from Eight Mile Road to Oakridge Street will pause for the event. 

Cars will have access to all four lanes of Woodward Avenue in both directions. 

Where to park during the Woodward Dream Cruise?

Parking is available along the route, and according to the Woodward Dream Cruise's website, here are some areas guests can find parking:

Royal Oak Golf Center: Corner of Coolidge and West 13 Mile Rd. Gunn Dyer Park: South of Normandy between Coolidge and Woodward. Upton Park: South of West 14 mile Rd and Coolidge.

• City of Birmingham: All activities are within walking distance of the city's downtown parking decks.
• City of Ferndale: The municipal parking lots surround downtown Ferndale, near Woodward Avenue & Nine Mile Rd.
• City of Pontiac: Municipal parking lots and structures surround downtown Pontiac.
• City of Royal Oak: Guest parking is available at municipal parking lots and within walking distance from Woodward. Specifically, guests can look for parking at the Royal Oak Golf Center, Gunn Dyer Park and Upton Park. 

In addition, the event website shared a Facebook account where the community shares more information about where visitors can find parking and other events. 

How to get SMART bus rides during the Woodward Dream Cruise?

During the Woodward Dream Cruise, the SMART Shuttle will be free for everyone who wants to ride. People can catch a ride at any of the SMART RED or FAST bus stops from Eight Mile Road to Pontiac. 

Where to buy Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise?

Official merchandise can be found at the following locations: 

• Ferndale City Hall, 300 East Nine Mile Rd., Downtown Ferndale (Mon - Thurs, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
• Nine Mile Road., east of Woodward Ave., Ferndale (Aug. 18 & 19)
• Pleasant Ridge City Hall, 23925 Woodward Ave., west of Woodward, south of I-696 (Aug. 19)
• Corner of West 12 Mile Road @ Woodward Avenue, Berkley (Aug. 18 & 19)
• Westborn Market - 27659 Woodward Ave., Berkley (Aug. 19)
• Zoe's Restaurant - 25994 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak (Aug. 18 & 19)
• Sherwin Williams - 27958 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak (Aug. 18 & 19)
• CVS Pharmacy, 30900 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak (Aug. 18 & 19)
• Gus's World Famous Hot & Spicy Fried Chicken, 31105 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak (Aug. 18 & 19)
• Kinkos - 33100 Woodward Ave., Birmingham (Aug. 19)
• West Maple Road, north corner of Woodward, 35075 Woodward Ave., Birmingham (Aug. 18, 19, & 20)
• Birmingham Cruise, Downtown Birmingham, Old Woodward Avenue - multiple locations (Aug. 19)

Other related events happening this weekend

• The Woodward Dream Cruise Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony: This ceremony will start at 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 18, on East Nine Mile Road at Woodward Avenue.
• Lights & Sirens Cruise: This parade will happen at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, following the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The procession will head north on Woodward to 11 Mile Road and return to Nine Mile Road. 
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Does anyone else watch Dream Cruises?  We get it every evening at 7pm, on AWE Encore.

It is a few years old, but gives an interesting look at the interiors and decks of each featured ship, and excursions in each of its ports.

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25 minutes ago, shipgeeks said: Does anyone else watch Dream Cruises?  We get it every evening at 7pm, on AWE Encore. It is a few years old, but gives an interesting look at the interiors and decks of each featured ship, and excursions in each of its ports.

And hopefully, those adult, frequent cruisers who watch walk away with more evidence why they should abandon mass market cruise lines in favor of the more value laden Premier industry segment.

^^ Why hopefully that?

Isnt it good there are different options for everyone?

I used to watch it, unfortunately I no longer get AWE.

Never seen it, but looks fun. 

Sounds interesting.  I'm not familiar at all with AWE, but fingers crossed we get that channel.  

AWE is owned by the same company that owns OAN (One America News). Unfortunately, a lot of cable systems have dropped these channels.

I've never heard of "Dream Cruises."

I do get a kick out of "Mighty Cruise Ships" even though I am pretty sure I've seen every one of their episodes more than once.

A month or two ago, we dropped our provider, and got an antenna. That totally changed what stations we get, but Dream Cruises was one of the new benefits.  (Plus, we are saving a lot of $$, to use on real cruises.)

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I Loved watching dream cruises.  AWE (A Wealth of Entertainment) was one of our favorite channels.  We no longer get it.  I would love to see that channel again.  

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It's one thing to be fun, but it's another thing to be first. Carnival Dream was at the forefront of a recent wave of amazingly innovative and fun Carnival ships. As the genesis of the Dream class, Carnival Dream set the direction for the ships that followed in her footsteps — first Carnival Magic and then Carnival Breeze. But back to Carnival Dream: the ship itself is a unique experience with the way-fun RedFrog Rum Bar ® and the very cool BlueIguana Tequila Bar ™ . Get your appetite ready, because you're gonna need it. Carnival Dream features two dual-level dining rooms, a gourmet steakhouse and dedicated sushi spot Bonsai Sushi ™ . It's also got a full menu of our latest and greatest casual spots for a bite: BlueIguana Cantina ™ , Pizzeria del Capitano, Guy's Burger Joint ™ and Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse ™ . (That's Guy as in Guy Fieri, by the way — so you know the food's delish.) Carnival Dream also features the borderline-magical Alchemy Bar ® and Ocean Plaza, which combines tasty treats with perhaps even tastier entertainment. Entertainment options are all up and down the ship, and so is soaking-wet fun, from the heart-racing waterslide action at Carnival WaterWorks ™ to the soul-soothing Thalassotherapy pool at the Cloud 9 Spa ™ . Despite its name, Carnival Dream is definitely a reality. Can't believe it? Pinch yourself... and book your dream cruise today.

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Just like a delicious cake, your ship is made of layers. Find out which fun ingredients — staterooms, dining, activities — go into each deck.

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Cloud 9 spa interior.

Amenities exclusive to Cloud 9 Spa ™ staterooms and suites:

• Unique welcome ritual
• Priority spa reservations
• Unlimited use of Thermal Suites, plus scrub kit
• Unlimited use of Hydrotherapy Pool
• Two complimentary fitness classes (per guest)
• Complimentary body composition analysis
• Exclusive discounts on treatments during port days
• Cloud 9 Spa bathrobes and slippers
• Upgraded ELEMIS in-stateroom toiletries

Plus, every room includes:

• Dedicated stateroom attendant
• Soft, cozy linens
• Plenty of closet and drawer space
• In-room safe for valuables
• Stateroom climate control

Interior with Picture Window (Walkway View)

Every room includes:

Interior Upper/Lower (Porthole)

Interior upper/lower, cloud 9 spa ocean view (walkway view).

The best way to enjoy the relaxing, invigorating Cloud 9 Spa while on a cruise is in a spa stateroom, and this one fits the bill, providing comfy accommodations and convenient, priority access to treatments and services at the Cloud 9 Spa. (Note that rooms of this type have obstructed views.)

Deluxe Ocean View

On Carnival Dream, Deluxe Ocean View staterooms are a great choice for families who want to let the sun shine in as they sail. Rooms of this type feature great views, a full bathroom — plus a separate washroom — and while stateroom configurations vary, certain Deluxe Ocean View rooms have space to sleep up to five cruisers.

Deluxe Ocean View (Obstructed View)

On Carnival Dream, Deluxe Ocean View staterooms are great for families. These rooms feature a full bathroom — plus a separate washroom — and while stateroom configurations vary, certain Deluxe Ocean View rooms have space to sleep up to five. (Note that rooms of this type have obstructed views.)

Premium Vista Balcony

Premium Vista Balcony staterooms were designed to wrap around the aft corners of Carnival Dream, giving you a unique vantage point from which to enjoy luxuriously panoramic views of the sky and the sea — and yes, take in even more of that sunshine.

Cloud 9 Spa Balcony

Whether you're warming up for your spa appointment or winding down after your treatment, there's no better place to do it than on your Cloud 9 Spa Balcony. Breathing is important — take the ocean breeze in, then let it out — you're already getting the hang of the whole spa thing!

Aft-View Extended Balcony

Aft-View Extended Balcony staterooms feature a larger balcony for more lounge-around room, more kick-back space; not to even mention some of the best stern-side views you'll find anywhere. Get ready to relax as you gaze upon Carnival Dream's gentle wake from your spacious balcony.

Balcony (Large Balcony)

We designed Carnival Dream Balcony staterooms for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, and this stateroom features a balcony that's even wider than our standard balcony. Enjoy the extra outdoor space, along with all the standard Carnival stateroom amenities.

Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, so look to a balcony if you're looking to cruise aboard Carnival Dream. Any time you're in your room, you're just steps away from your own personal outdoor oasis, featuring the sort of sea view you can also feel.

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Love the sea? Carnival Dream's Cove Balcony staterooms are the best way to see the sea — these rooms get you close to the waterline, and feature balconies that let you make the most of your location. Enjoy things from a whole new perspective: one amazing up-close view of the wake and seafoam as the ship cruises along.

Grand Suite

A Grand Suite aboard Carnival Dream features even more space than the standard suite — plenty of room in your room! This stateroom is loaded for an unparalleled experience: VIP check-in, a huge balcony, and even a convenient dressing area with vanity.

Amenities exclusive to suites:

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• Priority Main Dining Room time assignment
• Priority debarkation at homeport, and ports of call requiring a water shuttle or with arrival times later than 9:30 Am
• Two large bottles of water
• Pillow-top mattress

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A Cloud 9 Spa Suite is the ultimate in both stateroom and spa accommodations. There's room for you and your things — with a large room and balcony — and a walk-in closet. The soothing in-room whirlpool tub will help you stay relaxed after your relaxing spa treatment. And like all suites, a Cloud 9 Spa Suite features VIP check-in, which lets you easily get right up to your amazing stateroom.

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Ocean Suite

A Carnival Dream suite is the ultimate way to cruise. With more space for stretching out indoors, plus a large balcony for kicking back outdoors, try an Ocean Suite to experience private, luxurious relaxation. Ocean Suites also include VIP check-in, walk-in closet and bathroom with whirlpool tub.

Junior Suite (Obstructed View)

As you step into a Junior Suite aboard Carnival Dream, you can't help but feel that you're stepping into full-size luxury in a smaller package. Featuring a standard-size balcony, in a Carnival Dream Junior Suite you'll find everything else there is to love about a suite, including VIP check-in, a walk-in closet; and even a whirlpool tub for relaxing. (Note that rooms of this type have obstructed views.)

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Absolutely terrified of the sea, an American lawyer reluctantly goes on an ocean cruise to be near the wife of a client, with no idea of the grim situation that awaits them all. Absolutely terrified of the sea, an American lawyer reluctantly goes on an ocean cruise to be near the wife of a client, with no idea of the grim situation that awaits them all. Absolutely terrified of the sea, an American lawyer reluctantly goes on an ocean cruise to be near the wife of a client, with no idea of the grim situation that awaits them all.

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Today, the cruise takes over metro Detroit's most famous road as people flock to see classics, oddities and more.

The Dream Cruise is one of the largest outdoor automotive events in the world, drawing more than 1.5 million people and 40,000 classic cars from around the world. It links together nine cities on America’s oldest highway.

Come along with us today and check out what we're seeing here on Woodward:

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The morning kicked off with the annual Cruise in Shoes 5K. The fun run/walk was presented by Huntington on the historic road.

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Everything You Need to Know About Traveling on the Disney Dream

I love all five of the Disney Cruise Line ships that I’ve been on, but I seem to spend the most time on the Disney Dream ship. It’s a beautiful ship with so many things for kids and adults to do, and because of the itineraries on the Disney Dream, it’s a pretty easy cruise to take for a quick getaway.

If you plan to cruise on the Disney Dream, here is everything that you need to know, including things to do on the Disney Dream.

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The Disney Dream is the third ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet – and the first of the larger Dream class ships (the other being the Disney Fantasy ).  It was brought into service in 2011 after a christening by Jennifer Hudson (who was once an entertainer aboard the Disney Wonder ).

It offers 1,250 staterooms and can accommodate up to 4,000 passengers. It definitely feels like a large ship – it takes a while to completely explore it. After seven different sailings on the ship, I feel like there are still areas that I haven’t explored.

Staterooms on the Disney Dream

Our family usually books an oceanview stateroom with verandah. Those offer a king bed as well as a set of bunk beds.

There are a variety of room types on the Disney Dream, including concierge rooms, verandah rooms, oceanview staterooms (with one or two porthole windows but no verandah), and inside rooms (that offer a “magical” porthole). Connecting staterooms are also available for larger groups.

Staterooms have a split bathroom (one room with a sink and toilet and one room with a shower/tub), a refrigerator, a closet, a safe, a hairdryer, and a television. Note that there are some rooms that only have one single bathroom.

Rooms include H2O toiletries that are mounted on the shower wall and generally have lots of space in various compartments for storing things. We always unpack right away and store our suitcases under the bed in our stateroom. That way, you’ll definitely have more room to move around.

Irons are not available in the room, but there are laundry rooms on the ship with iron facilities. If I need to iron anything, I like to do that on the first day so I can just hang things up and not worry about them. Check the map or ask your stateroom attendant where the laundry room is.

The beds on the ship are very comfortable – I find that I sleep so well on a cruise ship because of the light sway and the great room darkening shades.

Some rooms have bunk beds. For those, your stateroom attendant will pull down the bunk every evening and put it away in the morning if you’d like to use it. There are also rooms with trundle beds, which can accommodate up to 5 passengers.

If you are wondering what stateroom on the Disney Dream to book, you should consider how much time you plan to spend in the room, and what you plan to do in the room. When we sail, I love to grab a cup of coffee and sit outside watching the waves.

I also love watching the ship pull into port in the morning. Because of that, I’ve found that the verandah rooms are best for us. But they are definitely more expensive, so you’ll want to make sure you will use it.

If you don’t plan to spend much time in the room, an oceanview stateroom or an inside room may be a better option. It’s more economical, and you can always go on deck if you’d like to see outside. There are plenty of places to sit on the deck where you can see the ship pulling into port.

Room location may also be important to you. I generally don’t care too much, but I don’t like being right below the pool, or too close to the elevators. When traveling with friends and no kids, I like to be above the adult-only sections so they are easy to get to.

Like on the other ships, passengers on the Disney Dream often like to decorate their doors with stateroom door magnets . It’s a great way to identify your door when walking down the halls. If you want to do this, you’ll want to get prepared in advance.

My kids love picking out magnets before we leave on vacation. We typically add these to our day bag so we can decorate as soon as we are able to access our room, without waiting for our luggage.

See our in-depth review of the staterooms on the Disney Dream here .

Restaurants on the Disney Dream

What restaurants are on the Disney Dream? The Disney Dream offers the same unique rotational dining experience that the other Disney Cruise Line ships offer. There are three main restaurants on the Disney Dream – Animator’s Palate, Royal Palace, and Enchanted Garden.

You’ll be assigned a specific rotation when you arrive at the port and will have the same dining staff during your entire cruise.

If you are on a four-day or five-day cruise, you’ll get assigned one or two restaurants twice. I have a child with food allergies, so I find it helpful to have the same servers because they already know us and the food restrictions.

At Animator’s Palate, you’ll see a fun show featuring Finding Nemo’s crush. It’s the most lively of the restaurants and is always my kids’ favorite.

Royal Palace is the more upscale restaurant, featuring delicious French food (try the escargot appetizer). It seems more luxurious but is still pretty casual. My favorite menu on the ship is at Royal Palace.

Enchanted Garden is absolutely beautiful – watch as the ceiling darkens from day to night during your dinner.

In addition to the three main restaurants, there are some quick-serve options. Cabanas is the buffet restaurant that offers breakfast and lunch, in addition to the delicious evening buffet on Pirate Night . There is seating both indoors and outdoors.

In addition, you can forgo your usual dining rotation and go to Cabanas on select nights. If it’s nice outside, I’d definitely recommend grabbing your breakfast and lunch and heading outside to eat.

Cabanas is fully staffed by the regular dining room staff, so if you need any assistance, or have food allergies, you’ll definitely find someone who can help.

There are other quick-service locations that serve pizza, salads, and sandwiches. We sometimes want a quick snack and will grab a slice of pizza – especially if we have the second dinner seating.

For coffee lovers, you’ll want to check out the Cove Cafe, which serves premium coffee. It’s only for adults and can be a nice place to sit and read a book as you sip your coffee.

You can also get Dole Whips (both with and without alcohol) at Frozone Treats on Deck 11.  Room service is available to order 24 hours a day, except for disembarkation day.

For itineraries stopping at Castaway Cay , you’ll find two delicious BBQ restaurants on the family beach, as well as an adult-only BBQ restaurant at Serenity Bay. Servers from the ship travel out to the island to serve at these three locations.

For an additional fee, adults can choose to dine at Palo , the upscale Italian restaurant onboard, or Remy, the upscale French restaurant.

In addition, Palo’s often offers brunch on one day of the cruise. The brunch is absolutely delicious – I definitely recommend checking it out. While it has changed from a buffet to a sit down meal, it’s still fantastic.

If you want to eat at Palo, book it in advance so you’ll have your choice of times. The brunch especially is pretty popular and does book up.

Between Palo and Remy, you’ll find the Meridian bar, which offers alcoholic beverages in a bar with gorgeous views. I love grabbing a drink there before my meal at Palo.

If you are cruising with kids, you’ll probably find that they are happy to spend time in the kids’ clubs while you are eating. My kids usually order room service and then head to the kids’ clubs when my husband and I go to Palo.

Adult Areas on the Disney Dream

The kids’ clubs are fantastic on the Disney Cruise Line , so you’ll probably have some opportunity to explore the ship without kids. My kids always love checking out the kids’ clubs, and we even have to convince them to leave.

There are several adult-only areas and activities on the ship. The bars and clubs in the District section are adult-only in the evenings and offer entertainment and game shows.

My favorite adult-only area of the ship is Satellite Falls, which has a small waterfall/pool, as well as many lounge chairs. When my kids are in the kids’ clubs, I always enjoy grabbing a book and reading in the quiet area.

The ship also has a Senses Spa, which is a full-service spa offering lots of different services. For a treat, book a day pass for the Rainforest Room, where you can enjoy heated lounge chairs, two jacuzzis, a steam room, and much more.

Activities on the Disney Dream

There are so many things to do on the Disney Dream. You’ll even find that many guests don’t disembark at some ports because they are having so much fun on the ship. My kids especially love the kids’ clubs.

There are several options, depending on your kids’ ages, including a nursery, Oceaneer Club, Edge, and Vibe. There’s an open house that is held on the first day, so you can walk around and check things out with your kids.

There are also pools, the Aqualab splash area, and the famous AquaDuck – a watercoaster where you can travel in a tube around the ship.  At the pool deck, you’ll find the FunnelVision TV, which offers movies and shows throughout the day.

You can also see first-run Disney movies in the theater. We usually skip the movies, however, because there is so much more to do. On longer sailings, my kids love sitting in the water watching a FunnelVision movie.

Families will enjoy the various game shows and activities offered in D Lounge throughout the day. For adults, there are some alcohol-tasting classes that you can sign up for (additional fees apply).

I’ve done a few of these and have always enjoyed them – my favorite is the wine tasting. You can sign up for these once you get on the ship.

There are also a variety of character greetings throughout the day – check the Disney Cruise Line app for a full schedule. In addition, make sure that you check the navigator on the first day ., because there are sometimes character greetings that require tickets.

For those kids who love to dress up, there’s a Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique onboard, which shifts to a Pirates League on Pirate Night.

Shows on the Disney Dream

What shows are on the Disney Dream? There are three Broadway-style shows that you can see on the ship. Currently, these are the Golden Mickey’s, Beauty and the Beast, and Disney’s Believe. Read our review of Beauty and the Beast here .

These are very high-quality shows and can be great for kids. They generally run twice per night, and you’ll go to the showing that is opposite your dinner seating time. If you haven’t seen them, I definitely recommend going to each of the shows. 

Itineraries on the Disney Dream

What are the Disney Dream itineraries? In the past, the Disney Dream sailed from Port Canaveral on three or four-night Bahamian sailings and was a great option for a Disney Land and Sea vacation because it was easy to combine one of these shorter cruises with a Walt Disney World vacation.

However, with the introduction of the Disney Wish , which has taken over that schedule, the Disney Dream now offers different sailings.

Home ports include Fort Lauderdale, New York, San Juan, Southhampton, and Barcelona. These cruises range in length from three to thirteen nights.

Other Things You’ll Find on the Disney Dream

In addition to everything we’ve also discussed, there are lots of other things you’ll find on the ship. These include a photo studio (where you can purchase the photos that are taken of you on the ship), a rebooking desk (book your next cruise while onboard and you’ll get a discount), a port adventure desk, a port shopping desk, and so much more.

There are also several shops onboard selling sundries and Disney merchandise. It’s important to know that these shops do not open when the ship is in port, only when it is sailing. It’s important to make sure you pack everything you need because it’s tough to buy essentials on board.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The three main dining rooms are Animator’s Palate, Royal Palace, and Enchanted Garden. There are also two adult dining locations (Palo and Remy), a buffet (Cabanas), and several quick-serve spots.

Upcoming itineraries include the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Canada, Europe, and Bermuda.

They are very similar ships, with many of the same amenities. Some of the bars and lounges are a bit different. Both are great ships.

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