Disney News

For the first time, guests will have the opportunity to reserve a time for a face-to-face meeting with Mickey Mouse at the Walt Disney World® Resort. Beginning this spring, guests will be offered FASTPASS® for Mickey at his new permanent home, Town Square Theater, located inside the current Exposition Hall area at the entrance of Magic Kingdom® park.

Once open, it’ll be more than just a new greeting space for Mickey. Imagineers are creating new elements and surprises for Magic Kingdom® park guests, including an interactive queue with an extra touch of Disney magic. Also, during the New Fantasyland construction, royalty will be visiting as the Disney Princesses will be in Town Square Theater to meet and greet their loyal subjects this spring.

Magic Kingdom® guests will be able obtain a FASTPASS® specifying a one-hour window when they can return to see the popular character for hugs, photos and autographs without waiting in the standby queue. This marks the first time the complimentary, computerized service has been used for a character meet-and-greet at any Disney Park.

Photo is from ‘Ohana’s Best Friends Breakfast with Lilo and Stitch at Disney’s Polynesian Resort.

To celebrate the premiere of the new television creation Disney Junior – which launched Monday – “Disney Junior — Live on Stage!” will debut at Disney Parks in Florida and California. Disney’s Hollywood Studios™ will present this show beginning March 4, and Disney California Adventure® park will open the show March 25.

“Disney Junior — Live on Stage!” debuts with a new marquee, new characters and a new segment based on Disney Junior’s newest series, “Jake and the Never Land Pirates.” It is scheduled to run daily.

This new production, which brings back three audience favorites from “Playhouse Disney – Live on Stage!” (Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Handy Manny and Little Einsteins) and also introduces the adventures of “Jake and the Never Land Pirates.”

“Disney Junior — Live on Stage!” continues the imaginative, family-based fun that comes from being part of a live audience. The entertaining show pops to life with bright visuals and whimsical scenery that fill the stage, while guests enjoy four mini-episodes of playful Disney storytelling, fun songs and interactive moments.

Disney Cruise Line® recently updated their online check-in, making it especially simple for you to complete the required paperwork from the comfort and convenience of your own home prior to your vacation. Not only is this easier than filling out forms at the port, it also expedites the embarkation process.

Your Magic Maker® can help you get started with your online check-in for your upcoming vacation.

Whether you’re preparing for a cruise or not, you’ll love this informative video. The online check-in is so simple, even Goofy can do it:

Question:

We are staying at the Treehouse Villas with a group of friends the end of February.  What is the best way to get to the Treehouse Villas?  We will also be staying at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa for two nights.

Answer:

The Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa will be a wonderful vacation for you and your family. Check in for the Treehouse Villas takes place in the lobby at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa. There is a walking path between the two areas and cast members will use an electric vehicle to transport your luggage.  You may also be able to catch an internal bus to the Treehouse Villas.

Transportation is provided by bus that makes rounds between the main resort of Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa and the Treehouse Villas. For transportation to the theme parks there are two bus stops located among the Treehouse Villas. For transportation to the Downtown Disney® Area there is a dock on the Sassagoula River for a leisurely boat trip.

Traci Elswick, Navigator

Question:

Are there diabetic options at the Wishes Dessert Party?

Answer:

I am so glad that you are considering the Tomorrowland Terrace Fireworks Dessert Party at the Magic Kingdom® Park! Taking place most nights, the Tomorrowland Terrace Fireworks Dessert Party includes a self-service buffet offering an array of tempting sweets and beverages as well as an amazing view of Wishes® Nighttime Spectacular in a private viewing area.

Disney Dining does a great job of catering to many different dietary needs. They offer a variety of no sugar added desserts at the Dessert Party including chocolate dipped strawberries, Mango Shooters, Sweet Snow, Chocolate / Peanut Butter Tarts, and Mini Éclairs.  Menu items can vary. It is important that you work with your Magic Maker® to fill out the correct forms so that Disney’s Chefs will be expecting you and have appropriate desserts made to fit your dietary needs.

Kip Dennis, Navigator