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It's not uncommon for attractions and resort amenities to need to be updated, repaired, cleaned etc throughout the year when you consider that anywhere from 50,000 to 75,000 people visit the Disney theme parks and resorts on any given day. That's a LOT of usage, and if you have ever noticed how clean the parks and resort properties are at any given time it's a HUGE compliment to the cast members and behind the scenes staffers that make that happen on a daily basis 24hrs a day.
The following is a list of current attractions that are scheduled for refurbishment.
Magic KIngdom:
Pirates of the Caribbean®...........June 8 - Sept. 25, 2015
Liberty Tree Tavern..................July 6 - Nov. 19, 2015
Dream Along with Mickey..........July 19 - August 22, 2015
Liberty Square Riverboat...........August 4 - 10, 2015
Walt Disney World® Railroad....Sept. 28 - Nov. 5, 2015
Epcot:
Re-imagination of Maelstrom....Oct. 15, 2014 - April 30, 2016
Living with the Land.................Sept. 8 - 17, 2015
Disney's Hollywood Studios®:
Voyage of the Little Mermaid.....Sept. 7 - 10, 2015
Disney's Animal Kingdom®:
Flame Tree BBQ........................Jan. 5 - June 29, 2015
Creature Comforts....................Jan. 5 - June 17, 2015
Downtown Disney® Area:
Roadwork on Buena Vista Drive...through March 2016
*Due to heavy roadwork, expect delays on Buena Vista Drive. It is rcommended that Guests use complimentary Walt Disney World Resort transportation from the parks and resorts to Downtown Disney and plan to arrive early for reserved dining and entertainment experiences.
Parking Lots - Entrance 2-Lots (A-G)...Dec. 1, 2014 - August 1, 2016
*Loss of parking lot Entrance 2 to Guest/Cast traffic and associated lots A-G in preparation for the construction of Town Center and the East Garage.
Fulton's Crab House.......................................Jan. 1 - April 1, 2016
Planet Hollywood...........................................Jan. 1 - June 1, 2016
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort:
Fitness Center, Salon and Casitas Leisure Pool....July 5 - Oct. 12, 2015
*Closed for maintenance. During this time, guests can continue to visit the feature pool and the other two leisure pools at the resort. Addisionally, a temporary fitness center will be set up for guests in the Casitas area.
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort:
East Pool...................................................................Late Spring 2015 - Early 2016
*Closed for enhancements. Guests may see or hear work in progress during daytime hours.
The following is a list of current attractions that are scheduled for refurbishment.
Magic KIngdom:
Pirates of the Caribbean®...........June 8 - Sept. 25, 2015
Liberty Tree Tavern..................July 6 - Nov. 19, 2015
Dream Along with Mickey..........July 19 - August 22, 2015
Liberty Square Riverboat...........August 4 - 10, 2015
Walt Disney World® Railroad....Sept. 28 - Nov. 5, 2015
Epcot:
Re-imagination of Maelstrom....Oct. 15, 2014 - April 30, 2016
Living with the Land.................Sept. 8 - 17, 2015
Disney's Hollywood Studios®:
Voyage of the Little Mermaid.....Sept. 7 - 10, 2015
Disney's Animal Kingdom®:
Flame Tree BBQ........................Jan. 5 - June 29, 2015
Creature Comforts....................Jan. 5 - June 17, 2015
Downtown Disney® Area:
Roadwork on Buena Vista Drive...through March 2016
*Due to heavy roadwork, expect delays on Buena Vista Drive. It is rcommended that Guests use complimentary Walt Disney World Resort transportation from the parks and resorts to Downtown Disney and plan to arrive early for reserved dining and entertainment experiences.
Parking Lots - Entrance 2-Lots (A-G)...Dec. 1, 2014 - August 1, 2016
*Loss of parking lot Entrance 2 to Guest/Cast traffic and associated lots A-G in preparation for the construction of Town Center and the East Garage.
Fulton's Crab House.......................................Jan. 1 - April 1, 2016
Planet Hollywood...........................................Jan. 1 - June 1, 2016
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort:
Fitness Center, Salon and Casitas Leisure Pool....July 5 - Oct. 12, 2015
*Closed for maintenance. During this time, guests can continue to visit the feature pool and the other two leisure pools at the resort. Addisionally, a temporary fitness center will be set up for guests in the Casitas area.
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort:
East Pool...................................................................Late Spring 2015 - Early 2016
*Closed for enhancements. Guests may see or hear work in progress during daytime hours.
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Since I am getting ready to go on a cruise, I get a lot of requests for Disney Cruise Line® information I thought I'd share some secrets and tips for you this month when it comes to cruising with Disney.
When you make the decision to take a Disney cruise discuss you wants and the needs of your travel party with your Disney travel specialist because not all staterooms are created equally. You will find three basic stateroom categories: inside, oceanview and verandah. But each of those categories has several options and price to go with those options. On the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder there are rooms with obstructed port holes that are classified as an inside room due to the lack of a decent view. On the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy a category 8A is like a mini-suite in some instances, but priced at an oceanview rate! Some of the concierge staterooms have huge bump out verandahs unlike their concierge neighbors. There are hidden rooms like these out there, so ask your travel agent if she knows of any great rooms at a good price.
Did you know that room service is free on all Disney ships? You probably do know that, but did you know that you can get the Mickey premium ice cream bars for free through room service? Yup! You sure can, and you can get as many as you'd like too. Haha! I know there are many adults, as well as the kids, that I just made happy right there. If you order two Big Island cookies, you can put your Mickey bar in between and make one heck of an ice cream sandwich. Your room service steward will bring them to you any time of day or night. Just remember that room service closes around 1am on the last night of your cruise. Just remember that your room service stewards work very hard bringing you all your orders around the clock so tips are appreciated.
FREE souvenirs! You can bring on a photo matte to frame your favorite memory from your Disney cruise, a t-shirt or a pillowcase onboard with you and drop it off at Guest Services the first day of your cruise (Don't forget your Sharpie pens!) and let them know which set of character signatures you would like: classic Mickey and the gang or the princesses. At the end of your cruise you will get it back covered in your favorite character's autographs. It makes a great personalized souvenir that your kids can take home and enjoy.
Thinking about a nice adult's only dining reservation at Remy or Plato on Disney Dream or Disney Fantasy? Don't worry if it was all booked when you tried to make your reservation online prior to sailing because Disney holds back some reservations that you can secure once you are onboard the ship. If this is something that is important to you to do during your cruise, I would suggest trying to board the ship earlier vs later. When you check in at the terminal and are given your first "Personal Navigator" look for the location for dining changes. Go there right away upon boarding. It may say they are not open until 1:30pm to make changes, but it's usually open long before that (more like once they begin boarding the ship). Go and see if you can grab yourself a reservation. If you cannot get anything, don't give up. People often change their minds and reservations can open up during the cruise.
Disney cruisers LOVE to decorate their doors! You will see all kinds of fun decorations on guest's stateroom doors as you walk down the hallway. All the stateroom doors, except concierge, are metal, which means they're perfect for fun Disney magnets! If you're on your first Disney cruise you very well may be quite amazed at the number of people that decorate their doors. There are plenty of free designs out there print right onto magnet paper right from your home printer. If you don't get around to preparing for this before your cruise, you may get lucky and find some magnet sets in the ship's gift shop.
There are some activities that you cannot book a reservation for until you are actually onboard. These would things like wine tastings, beer tastings, mixology classes, chocolate tasting and tea with Disney friends. These are not typically held on the first day of your cruise and won't show up in the schedule until the day they will be taking place. The problem is that by that time they may be full. The repeat cruisers, and those that know in advance to be on the lookout, book them before others even know they're coming. So after you board, go to Guest Services and inquire what activities will be taking place on your cruise and get your spot reserved right then!!
You can mix it up in the main dining rooms! When you go to the main dining room for your first dinner meal you may feel overwhelmed by the choices you will have on your menu. If you want the steak but not the side dish that comes with it just ask your server to replace it with another option. The dining staff on a cruise are some of the MOST flexible I have ever seen. No one will be offended. If your entree arrives, but isn't quite what you expected it to be...order something else. It really is that simple. No questions asked!
Too tired to head to the main theater to see the live stage show one evening, no problem! If you have a little one and don't think he/she will make it quietly through the evening stage show you can watch it on one of the channels on your stateroom TV. A recording of each night's show will be shown on that channel each evening.
If you want to head to the gym for a workout or the spa for a treatment you can use the locker room showers anytime. This may be an alternative if you the bathroom in your stateroom has been taken over by your spouse and/or teenagers.
Late dinner with your kids can be a peaceful experience for parents with Disney's Dine & Play option. You can take your kids to see the early show in the theater at 6:00pm and then head straight to your assigned dining room for the evening. Once you arrive to your table your server will get the kids order put in immediately so they can get their food quickly and eat. Once your server notices that your child is almost finished with their meal he/she will call the Oceaneer's Club for a counselor to come to the dining room and escort your child to the children's area to play with their new friends until you pick them up. This allows mom and dad to sit back and enjoy a nice leisurely dinner as well as some adult fun for the evening while the kids are off playing and having a ball. Parents just need to let the server know they are wanting their child to go to play so that they make sure to get them taken care of first.
This is really just the tip of the iceberg! There is soo much more to enjoy on a Disney cruise...you may just have to actually book one to find out first-hand in person for yourself!!
When you make the decision to take a Disney cruise discuss you wants and the needs of your travel party with your Disney travel specialist because not all staterooms are created equally. You will find three basic stateroom categories: inside, oceanview and verandah. But each of those categories has several options and price to go with those options. On the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder there are rooms with obstructed port holes that are classified as an inside room due to the lack of a decent view. On the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy a category 8A is like a mini-suite in some instances, but priced at an oceanview rate! Some of the concierge staterooms have huge bump out verandahs unlike their concierge neighbors. There are hidden rooms like these out there, so ask your travel agent if she knows of any great rooms at a good price.
Did you know that room service is free on all Disney ships? You probably do know that, but did you know that you can get the Mickey premium ice cream bars for free through room service? Yup! You sure can, and you can get as many as you'd like too. Haha! I know there are many adults, as well as the kids, that I just made happy right there. If you order two Big Island cookies, you can put your Mickey bar in between and make one heck of an ice cream sandwich. Your room service steward will bring them to you any time of day or night. Just remember that room service closes around 1am on the last night of your cruise. Just remember that your room service stewards work very hard bringing you all your orders around the clock so tips are appreciated.
FREE souvenirs! You can bring on a photo matte to frame your favorite memory from your Disney cruise, a t-shirt or a pillowcase onboard with you and drop it off at Guest Services the first day of your cruise (Don't forget your Sharpie pens!) and let them know which set of character signatures you would like: classic Mickey and the gang or the princesses. At the end of your cruise you will get it back covered in your favorite character's autographs. It makes a great personalized souvenir that your kids can take home and enjoy.
Thinking about a nice adult's only dining reservation at Remy or Plato on Disney Dream or Disney Fantasy? Don't worry if it was all booked when you tried to make your reservation online prior to sailing because Disney holds back some reservations that you can secure once you are onboard the ship. If this is something that is important to you to do during your cruise, I would suggest trying to board the ship earlier vs later. When you check in at the terminal and are given your first "Personal Navigator" look for the location for dining changes. Go there right away upon boarding. It may say they are not open until 1:30pm to make changes, but it's usually open long before that (more like once they begin boarding the ship). Go and see if you can grab yourself a reservation. If you cannot get anything, don't give up. People often change their minds and reservations can open up during the cruise.
Disney cruisers LOVE to decorate their doors! You will see all kinds of fun decorations on guest's stateroom doors as you walk down the hallway. All the stateroom doors, except concierge, are metal, which means they're perfect for fun Disney magnets! If you're on your first Disney cruise you very well may be quite amazed at the number of people that decorate their doors. There are plenty of free designs out there print right onto magnet paper right from your home printer. If you don't get around to preparing for this before your cruise, you may get lucky and find some magnet sets in the ship's gift shop.
There are some activities that you cannot book a reservation for until you are actually onboard. These would things like wine tastings, beer tastings, mixology classes, chocolate tasting and tea with Disney friends. These are not typically held on the first day of your cruise and won't show up in the schedule until the day they will be taking place. The problem is that by that time they may be full. The repeat cruisers, and those that know in advance to be on the lookout, book them before others even know they're coming. So after you board, go to Guest Services and inquire what activities will be taking place on your cruise and get your spot reserved right then!!
You can mix it up in the main dining rooms! When you go to the main dining room for your first dinner meal you may feel overwhelmed by the choices you will have on your menu. If you want the steak but not the side dish that comes with it just ask your server to replace it with another option. The dining staff on a cruise are some of the MOST flexible I have ever seen. No one will be offended. If your entree arrives, but isn't quite what you expected it to be...order something else. It really is that simple. No questions asked!
Too tired to head to the main theater to see the live stage show one evening, no problem! If you have a little one and don't think he/she will make it quietly through the evening stage show you can watch it on one of the channels on your stateroom TV. A recording of each night's show will be shown on that channel each evening.
If you want to head to the gym for a workout or the spa for a treatment you can use the locker room showers anytime. This may be an alternative if you the bathroom in your stateroom has been taken over by your spouse and/or teenagers.
Late dinner with your kids can be a peaceful experience for parents with Disney's Dine & Play option. You can take your kids to see the early show in the theater at 6:00pm and then head straight to your assigned dining room for the evening. Once you arrive to your table your server will get the kids order put in immediately so they can get their food quickly and eat. Once your server notices that your child is almost finished with their meal he/she will call the Oceaneer's Club for a counselor to come to the dining room and escort your child to the children's area to play with their new friends until you pick them up. This allows mom and dad to sit back and enjoy a nice leisurely dinner as well as some adult fun for the evening while the kids are off playing and having a ball. Parents just need to let the server know they are wanting their child to go to play so that they make sure to get them taken care of first.
This is really just the tip of the iceberg! There is soo much more to enjoy on a Disney cruise...you may just have to actually book one to find out first-hand in person for yourself!!
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It's SUMMERTIME and with summer activities should come great music! During the evenings at Epcot® you will find sizzling entertainment during the annual "Sounds Like Summer" concert series provided by some of the world's greatest entertainment tribute bands.
So get in the groove with songs you know and love while dancing to classic hits and have a toe-tapping good under the stars at the open-air American Gardens Theater in World Showcase.
From June 7 - July 25th the American Gardens Theater will once again rock out with this year's line-up.
*June 7-13, 2015: DBS - A Tribute to Journey
*June 14-20: 2U - A Tribute to U2
*June 21-26: Mike DelGuidice * Big Shot - A Tribute to Billy Joel Show
*June 27 - July 4: Don't Look Back - A Tribute to Boston
*July 5-11: Fire & Ice - A Tribute to Pat Benatar
*July 12-18: Stayin' Alive - A Tribute to the Bee Gees
*July 19-25: Hotel California - A Salute to the Eagles
The Sounds Like Summer concerts are included with regular Epcot admission. Show times are 5:30pm, 6:45pm and 8:00pm daily.
So get in the groove with songs you know and love while dancing to classic hits and have a toe-tapping good under the stars at the open-air American Gardens Theater in World Showcase.
From June 7 - July 25th the American Gardens Theater will once again rock out with this year's line-up.
*June 7-13, 2015: DBS - A Tribute to Journey
*June 14-20: 2U - A Tribute to U2
*June 21-26: Mike DelGuidice * Big Shot - A Tribute to Billy Joel Show
*June 27 - July 4: Don't Look Back - A Tribute to Boston
*July 5-11: Fire & Ice - A Tribute to Pat Benatar
*July 12-18: Stayin' Alive - A Tribute to the Bee Gees
*July 19-25: Hotel California - A Salute to the Eagles
The Sounds Like Summer concerts are included with regular Epcot admission. Show times are 5:30pm, 6:45pm and 8:00pm daily.
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The 20th annual International Food & Wine Festival at Epcot will be held this fall Sept. 25 - Nov. 16, 2015. In addition to the wonderful, savory foods that will be available to taste the "Eat to the Beat" live concert series will return with fan favorites and four new acts will be debuting this fall. Daily showtimes will take place at 5:30pm, 6:45pm and 8:00pm.
David Cook - Sept. 25-27, 2015
Wilson Phillips - Sept. 28-29, 2015
Christopher Cross - Sept. 30-Oct. 1, 2015
Starship - Oct. 2-4, 2015
Smash Mouth - Oct. 5-7, 2015
The Pointer Sister - Oct. 8-9, 2015
38 Special - Oct. 10-11, 2015
Rick Springfield - Oct. 12-13, 2015
Sugar Ray - Oct. 14-16, 2015
The S.O.S. Band - Oct. 17-18, 2015
Air Supply - Oct. 19-21, 2015
Fuel - Oct. 22-23, 2015
Tiffany (New) - Oct. 24-25, 2015
Dennis DeYoung - Oct. 26-28, 2015
Jo Dee Messina - Oct. 29-30, 2015
Everclear (New) - Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 2015
Boyz II Men - Nov. 2-4, 2015
Sister Hazel - Nov. 5-6, 2015
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy - Nov. 7-9, 2015
Hanson - Nov. 10-12, 2015
Maxi Priest (New) - Nov. 13-14, 2015
Chaka Khan (New) - Nov. 15-16, 2015
Entertainment and apprearances are subject to change without notice.
David Cook - Sept. 25-27, 2015
Wilson Phillips - Sept. 28-29, 2015
Christopher Cross - Sept. 30-Oct. 1, 2015
Starship - Oct. 2-4, 2015
Smash Mouth - Oct. 5-7, 2015
The Pointer Sister - Oct. 8-9, 2015
38 Special - Oct. 10-11, 2015
Rick Springfield - Oct. 12-13, 2015
Sugar Ray - Oct. 14-16, 2015
The S.O.S. Band - Oct. 17-18, 2015
Air Supply - Oct. 19-21, 2015
Fuel - Oct. 22-23, 2015
Tiffany (New) - Oct. 24-25, 2015
Dennis DeYoung - Oct. 26-28, 2015
Jo Dee Messina - Oct. 29-30, 2015
Everclear (New) - Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 2015
Boyz II Men - Nov. 2-4, 2015
Sister Hazel - Nov. 5-6, 2015
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy - Nov. 7-9, 2015
Hanson - Nov. 10-12, 2015
Maxi Priest (New) - Nov. 13-14, 2015
Chaka Khan (New) - Nov. 15-16, 2015
Entertainment and apprearances are subject to change without notice.
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Harambe Market is a bustling marketplace alive with the aromas and flavors of African street foods, adds an exciting new dimension to the expanded Harambe Village experience at Disney's Animal Kingdom® theme park at Walt Disney World® Resort.
This was built around a Colonial-era train depot design complete with a 1960's water tower, Harambe Market invites you to sample true flavors of Africa before or after you embark on Kilimanjaro Safaris®. The following four themed shops offer fresh meals, snacks and beverages like those found in an African street market:
*Kitamu Grill featuring skewered chicken and kebab flatbread sandwiches.
*Famous Sausages showcasing a corndog made with a South African boerewors sausage dipped in curry-infused corn batter.
*Chef Mwanga's spice-rubbed Karubi Rib parired with green papaya carrot slaw.
*Wanjohi Refreshments quenches thirsts with craft draft beers, South African wines by the glass, sangria, frozen druink, non-alcoholic tangerine lemonade and fountain beverages.
Harambe Market offers shaded tables for dining, and area shops sell wares from Africa. From the marketplace you can enjoy direct access to Killimanjaro Safaris®, the Wildlife Express train to Rafiki's Planet Watch and a path to Asia attractions, including Expedition Everest®.
This was built around a Colonial-era train depot design complete with a 1960's water tower, Harambe Market invites you to sample true flavors of Africa before or after you embark on Kilimanjaro Safaris®. The following four themed shops offer fresh meals, snacks and beverages like those found in an African street market:
*Kitamu Grill featuring skewered chicken and kebab flatbread sandwiches.
*Famous Sausages showcasing a corndog made with a South African boerewors sausage dipped in curry-infused corn batter.
*Chef Mwanga's spice-rubbed Karubi Rib parired with green papaya carrot slaw.
*Wanjohi Refreshments quenches thirsts with craft draft beers, South African wines by the glass, sangria, frozen druink, non-alcoholic tangerine lemonade and fountain beverages.
Harambe Market offers shaded tables for dining, and area shops sell wares from Africa. From the marketplace you can enjoy direct access to Killimanjaro Safaris®, the Wildlife Express train to Rafiki's Planet Watch and a path to Asia attractions, including Expedition Everest®.
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There will be a new show debuting at "Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party" at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World® Resort this fall 2015, and it's sure to provide some extra Halloween fun to your Disney experience.
"Hocus Pocus Villain Spectacular" will feature the mischievous Sanderson Sisters form Disney's "Hocus Pocus" as they return to the mortal world for one night during the Halloween season. With only a few hours to run amuck, the three sisters decide to use their magic to throw the best, evil Halloween party this side of the graveyard!
With the help of the Disney villains, Winifred, Mary and Sarah gather together to conjure the ultimate Hocus Pocus Party Potion and cast a spell on everyone in the Magic Kingdom park.
The show will include appearances by Dr. Faciier, Oogie Boogie, Maleficient and other great Disney villain, and features dancers, projections and special effects that combine to make this an unforgettable Halloween treat.
"Hocus Pocus Villain Spectacular" will be presented exclusively during "Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party" Sept. 15 - Nov. 1, 2015.
"Hocus Pocus Villain Spectacular" will feature the mischievous Sanderson Sisters form Disney's "Hocus Pocus" as they return to the mortal world for one night during the Halloween season. With only a few hours to run amuck, the three sisters decide to use their magic to throw the best, evil Halloween party this side of the graveyard!
With the help of the Disney villains, Winifred, Mary and Sarah gather together to conjure the ultimate Hocus Pocus Party Potion and cast a spell on everyone in the Magic Kingdom park.
The show will include appearances by Dr. Faciier, Oogie Boogie, Maleficient and other great Disney villain, and features dancers, projections and special effects that combine to make this an unforgettable Halloween treat.
"Hocus Pocus Villain Spectacular" will be presented exclusively during "Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party" Sept. 15 - Nov. 1, 2015.
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Are you still trying to decide what you are going to do this summer when the kids are out of school? There is so much going on around Walt Disney World® Resort's four theme parks, two water parks and new additions in the Downtown Disney area one could not possibly have time to be bored or complain, "How much longer are we going to be here?"
Disney is calling this the "Coolest Summer Ever" with something going on at every park. It all begins May 22nd with a 24hr event, hosted by Olaf himself, with special character meet and greets, dance parties and special surprises thoughout the night. It all begins 6am Friday and ending at 6am Saturday, May 23rd.
Star Wars Weekend will be taking place at Disney's Hollywood Studios every weekend May 15 - June 15, 2015. Ian McDiarmid, Senator/Emperor Palpatine in the Star Wars movies, will kick off Weekend I May 15-17. Actor Frank Oz, the voice of Yoda in the Star Wars movies, will make his first even appearance in Weekend V June 12-14th. There will be opportunities to meet over 60 characters from the entire saga while roaming the park taking photos and signing autographs, a Star Wars motorcade parade, event exclusive merchandise will be for sale and end the night with "Symphony in the Stars" fireworks spectacular saluting iconic sounds of the films.
FROZEN FUN - This FROZEN event will bring together Princess Anna, Queen Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf along with the citizens of Arendelle and they all will be appearing live in daily show and experiences in Disney's Hollywood Studios June 17 - Sept. 7, 2015.
Enjoy making a splash at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach water park! This summer you can take advantage of a cool new deal that doubles the fun at Walt Disney World® Resort's two water parks. You can purchase a one-day water park ticket and park-hop between the two water parks in the dame day that both are open and enjoy the best slides and pools at both parks!
For the thrill seeker, you can enjoy Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Splash Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom; Rockin' Roller Coaster and Tower of Terror at Hollywood Studios; Test Track or Mission Space at Epcot; or go in search of the yeti on Expedition Everest at Animal Kingdom.
Looking for some adult relaxation and down time to get away from it all? Try out your best swing on one of Disney's championship golf courses, a spa treatment at one of Disney's deluxe resorts featuring a complete full-service salon and spa completing your day with dinner with a view Cinderella's castle and Wishes nighttime spectacular fireworks show.
No matter what your needs are, there is something for everyone, every age and most every budget on a Walt Disney World® Resort vacation. It's no wonder they are voted #1 in the entertainment industry.
Disney is calling this the "Coolest Summer Ever" with something going on at every park. It all begins May 22nd with a 24hr event, hosted by Olaf himself, with special character meet and greets, dance parties and special surprises thoughout the night. It all begins 6am Friday and ending at 6am Saturday, May 23rd.
Star Wars Weekend will be taking place at Disney's Hollywood Studios every weekend May 15 - June 15, 2015. Ian McDiarmid, Senator/Emperor Palpatine in the Star Wars movies, will kick off Weekend I May 15-17. Actor Frank Oz, the voice of Yoda in the Star Wars movies, will make his first even appearance in Weekend V June 12-14th. There will be opportunities to meet over 60 characters from the entire saga while roaming the park taking photos and signing autographs, a Star Wars motorcade parade, event exclusive merchandise will be for sale and end the night with "Symphony in the Stars" fireworks spectacular saluting iconic sounds of the films.
FROZEN FUN - This FROZEN event will bring together Princess Anna, Queen Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf along with the citizens of Arendelle and they all will be appearing live in daily show and experiences in Disney's Hollywood Studios June 17 - Sept. 7, 2015.
Enjoy making a splash at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach water park! This summer you can take advantage of a cool new deal that doubles the fun at Walt Disney World® Resort's two water parks. You can purchase a one-day water park ticket and park-hop between the two water parks in the dame day that both are open and enjoy the best slides and pools at both parks!
For the thrill seeker, you can enjoy Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Splash Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom; Rockin' Roller Coaster and Tower of Terror at Hollywood Studios; Test Track or Mission Space at Epcot; or go in search of the yeti on Expedition Everest at Animal Kingdom.
Looking for some adult relaxation and down time to get away from it all? Try out your best swing on one of Disney's championship golf courses, a spa treatment at one of Disney's deluxe resorts featuring a complete full-service salon and spa completing your day with dinner with a view Cinderella's castle and Wishes nighttime spectacular fireworks show.
No matter what your needs are, there is something for everyone, every age and most every budget on a Walt Disney World® Resort vacation. It's no wonder they are voted #1 in the entertainment industry.
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Walt Disney World® Resort has just released their annual FREE dining promotion for select check-in dates (Aug. 28-Oct. 2, Oct. 25-31, Nov. 8-19, Dec. 15-21, 2015). You must "check-in" on one of the above dates, and your stay can extend into one of the black out dates. You will still have free dining for the length of your stay. You must book at minimum of a 3-night resort hotel stay packaged with a minimum 2-day park hopper or water park and more ticket to qualify for the free dining offer. Availability is extremely limited and must be booked by July 10, 2015.
*The following resorts or rooms are excluded from this offer:
All Suites, Ft. Wilderness campsites, 3-bdrom Villas, Little Mermaid standard rooms at the Art of Animation, All-Star Movies, Villas at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and the villas & bungalows at the Polynesian Village Resort.
For more information or a no-obligation quote contact us here.
*The following resorts or rooms are excluded from this offer:
All Suites, Ft. Wilderness campsites, 3-bdrom Villas, Little Mermaid standard rooms at the Art of Animation, All-Star Movies, Villas at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and the villas & bungalows at the Polynesian Village Resort.
For more information or a no-obligation quote contact us here.
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Have you always wanted to learn how to surf? At Typhoon Lagoon, guests 8yrs and up can learn how to surf in the gigantic wave pool. No matter if you are an excited beginner wanting to learn the basics or a more experienced surfer wanting to amp up your skills like a pro, you will be sure to get the assistance needed by the professional surf instructors. Experienced riders can hang ten in the largest outdoor wave pool before the park opens or after it closes. This is your chance to spend some time on the water without the crowds...just you, your instructor and the water.
Each session has up to 100 waves broken into sets of 25, so there's LOTS of opportunity to show your new skills! Lessons are offered on Monday, Tuesday and Friday, early in the morning before the park opens or after the park closes and has a maximum of 25 surfers per session. Times may vary by season and are subject to change. Each lesson lasts 2.5hrs and includes:
*2 professional instructors
*Soft-sided surfboard for use during the lesson
*Instruction on land first
*Opportunity to ride waves up to 6ft tall
Price: $165 per person
*Reservations in advance are required. Please let your Disney travel specialist know if you would like to try your hand at learning to surf. This can
be added onto your Disney vacation package.
**Water park general admission ticket is "not" required in addition to the cost
per person for your lesson. However, if you do not have an admission ticket you will be escorted to the exit after your lesson is over.
Are you ready to reserve your 100 waves?
Each session has up to 100 waves broken into sets of 25, so there's LOTS of opportunity to show your new skills! Lessons are offered on Monday, Tuesday and Friday, early in the morning before the park opens or after the park closes and has a maximum of 25 surfers per session. Times may vary by season and are subject to change. Each lesson lasts 2.5hrs and includes:
*2 professional instructors
*Soft-sided surfboard for use during the lesson
*Instruction on land first
*Opportunity to ride waves up to 6ft tall
Price: $165 per person
*Reservations in advance are required. Please let your Disney travel specialist know if you would like to try your hand at learning to surf. This can
be added onto your Disney vacation package.
**Water park general admission ticket is "not" required in addition to the cost
per person for your lesson. However, if you do not have an admission ticket you will be escorted to the exit after your lesson is over.
Are you ready to reserve your 100 waves?
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Tickets for both Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party are now on sale for 2015! This is considered to be a "special event" and does require a special hard ticket to enter the party in Magic Kingdom. There are two options to purchase the special party ticket, either in advance (which your Disney travel planner can handle for you) or at the guest services window at Magic Kingdom for a slightly higher cost per ticket. Popular dates, like October 31st, do tend to sell out so I definitely recommend buying tickets for this event in advance to avoid being turned away on the day of due to it being sold out. The only exception to this would be for military members and their families because they are required to purchase these tickets for certain dates directly guest services at Magic Kingdom.
If you plan to spend the day at Magic Kingdom, you will need a park ticket in addition to your party ticket to enter the park. Both special ticketed events begin at 7:00pm, but you are allowed to enter the park as early as 4:00pm with just your party ticket. If you prefer to not spend the whole day in Magic Kingdom, this is a great way to save a few dollars (since the party ticket does not cost as much as a normal one day park ticket) and you still get to take advantage of all the attractions as well as the specially themed parades, shows and fireworks! Those that do not have a ticket for the party will be directed to exit the park promptly by 7:00pm. This typically reduces the crowds and also shortens the lines for attractions making it a great opportunity to do something you may not have had a FastPass+ for or that you would just like to ride again.
Here's a look at what you can expect at this year's events.
Mickey's Not-S0-Scary Halloween Party
People of all ages are encouraged to grab your favorite costume and join in the Halloween fun! There are be trick-or-treat trails located around the park, and cast members have treat bags free to anyone that needs one. The festivities will begin with Mickey's "Boo to You" Halloween party that is led by the ride of the Headless Horseman followed by your favorite Disney characters, your favorite characters from the Haunted Mansion attraction and other villains all in their Halloween costumes. With the use of special lighting, music and themed decorations parts of the Magic Kingdom are transformed into a "Not So Scary" happy haunting full of fun for children and adults alike. The evening is culminated by the a special Hallo-Wishes fireworks show.
Sept. 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27; Oct. 1, 2015
Ticket Prices: Advance Purchase $68 + tax (Adults) or $63 + tax (Children
Day of Event: $74 +tax (Adults) or $69 +tax (Children)
Oct. 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29; Nov. 1, 2015
Ticket Prices: Advance Purchase $74 +tax (Adults) & $69 + tax (Children)
Day of Event: $79 + tax (Adults) & $74 + tax (Children)
October 31, 2015: $87 + tax (Adults) & $82 + tax (Children)
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party includes the following:
*Mickey's Once Upon a Time Christmas parade
*Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Season special fireworks show
*Celebrate the Season show
*Castle Dream Lights: See the castle transform into beautiful holiday lights
*See the snow fall on Main Street U.S.A.
*Enjoy free Christmas cookies and hot cocoa
*Meet & Greets with some of your favorite Disney characters around the park
Nov. 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19; Dec. 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 2015
Ticket Prices: Advance Purchase: $74 +tax (Adults) & $69 + tax (Children)
Day of Event: $79 + tax (Adults) & $74 + tax (Children)
Nov. 20, 29; Dec. 4, 12, 17, 2015
Ticket Prices: $79 + tax (Adults) & $74 + tax (Children)
Dec. 18, 2015
Ticket Prices: $79 + tax (Adults) & $77 + tax (Children)
When you book your Disney vacation with me you will receive our exclusive "Ears" tips and tricks for navigating the parks, these special party events or Disney Cruise Line ships all free of charge to you! As a Disney resort guest you get all our service with NO extra cost. Let me take the stress out of planning your next magical vacation.
Cindy Poche
Affiliate
Ears of Experinece, LLC
"We Are the Plan Behind the Magic"
If you plan to spend the day at Magic Kingdom, you will need a park ticket in addition to your party ticket to enter the park. Both special ticketed events begin at 7:00pm, but you are allowed to enter the park as early as 4:00pm with just your party ticket. If you prefer to not spend the whole day in Magic Kingdom, this is a great way to save a few dollars (since the party ticket does not cost as much as a normal one day park ticket) and you still get to take advantage of all the attractions as well as the specially themed parades, shows and fireworks! Those that do not have a ticket for the party will be directed to exit the park promptly by 7:00pm. This typically reduces the crowds and also shortens the lines for attractions making it a great opportunity to do something you may not have had a FastPass+ for or that you would just like to ride again.
Here's a look at what you can expect at this year's events.
Mickey's Not-S0-Scary Halloween Party
People of all ages are encouraged to grab your favorite costume and join in the Halloween fun! There are be trick-or-treat trails located around the park, and cast members have treat bags free to anyone that needs one. The festivities will begin with Mickey's "Boo to You" Halloween party that is led by the ride of the Headless Horseman followed by your favorite Disney characters, your favorite characters from the Haunted Mansion attraction and other villains all in their Halloween costumes. With the use of special lighting, music and themed decorations parts of the Magic Kingdom are transformed into a "Not So Scary" happy haunting full of fun for children and adults alike. The evening is culminated by the a special Hallo-Wishes fireworks show.
Sept. 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27; Oct. 1, 2015
Ticket Prices: Advance Purchase $68 + tax (Adults) or $63 + tax (Children
Day of Event: $74 +tax (Adults) or $69 +tax (Children)
Oct. 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29; Nov. 1, 2015
Ticket Prices: Advance Purchase $74 +tax (Adults) & $69 + tax (Children)
Day of Event: $79 + tax (Adults) & $74 + tax (Children)
October 31, 2015: $87 + tax (Adults) & $82 + tax (Children)
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party includes the following:
*Mickey's Once Upon a Time Christmas parade
*Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Season special fireworks show
*Celebrate the Season show
*Castle Dream Lights: See the castle transform into beautiful holiday lights
*See the snow fall on Main Street U.S.A.
*Enjoy free Christmas cookies and hot cocoa
*Meet & Greets with some of your favorite Disney characters around the park
Nov. 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19; Dec. 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 2015
Ticket Prices: Advance Purchase: $74 +tax (Adults) & $69 + tax (Children)
Day of Event: $79 + tax (Adults) & $74 + tax (Children)
Nov. 20, 29; Dec. 4, 12, 17, 2015
Ticket Prices: $79 + tax (Adults) & $74 + tax (Children)
Dec. 18, 2015
Ticket Prices: $79 + tax (Adults) & $77 + tax (Children)
When you book your Disney vacation with me you will receive our exclusive "Ears" tips and tricks for navigating the parks, these special party events or Disney Cruise Line ships all free of charge to you! As a Disney resort guest you get all our service with NO extra cost. Let me take the stress out of planning your next magical vacation.
Cindy Poche
Affiliate
Ears of Experinece, LLC
"We Are the Plan Behind the Magic"
