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One of the most influential voices of my childhood, and the childhoods of countless others raised alongside that omnipresent mouse, has died at the age of 86.

Many enhancements — everything from entertainment and expanded kids' programming to dining and nightlife — are new on the Disney Fantasy, which embarks on its maiden voyage March 31.

Without explanation, Disney Cruise Line has canceled four of Disney Wonder's Mexican Riviera cruises in December 2012. According to the line, those booked on weeklong voyages leaving from Los Angeles on December 9, 16, 23 and 30 next year have a few options.

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts officials say they've secured financing to build a $360 million (euro264 million) resort at Walt Disney World in Florida.

Luke Roopras company, Vertiglo, has grown 8,648 percent over three years by designing custom online and mobile apps for businesses. When Luke Roopra launched Vertiglo, a Web design and software development firm, more than a decade ago, he had to be creative to land large customers

PGT: Tiger Woods is considering playing in another PGA Tour event before the Australian Open. Perhaps Las Vegas or Disney World?

By Michael Taylor JAKARTA (Reuters) - Greenpeace said on Wednesday it had evidence that Barbie doll packaging comes from Indonesian rainforests, accusing toy manufacturers such as Mattel and Walt Disney Co of contributing to the country's rapid deforestation.

Families may find that cruising is not only easier, but cheaper than traveling on their own in Europe, especially with a multigenerational group.

Officials at Disney Cruise Line say they'll be sending one of their cruise ships to Hawaii for the first time next year.

The Disney Cruise Line will set sail from New York, Seattle, and Galveston, Texas, beginning next year.

Holland America and Princess Cruises have now both canceled calls to Mazatlán, following the lead of Disney Cruise Line, which pulled the port from Disney Wonder's seven-night Mexican Riviera sailings indefinitely,