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The Treehouse Villas

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

By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:23:59-05:00February 18th, 2011|Categories: Disney News, Navigators Panel, Walt Disney World News|Tags: Disney World Transportation, Treehouse Villas|0 Comments

Diabetic Options at Wishes Dessert Party

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

By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:23:59-05:00February 17th, 2011|Categories: Disney News, Navigators Panel, Walt Disney World News|Tags: Disney Dietary needs, Disney World Diabetic, Wishes Dessert Party|0 Comments

Vacation Insurance Costs

Question:

What advise can you give me about the cost of trip insurance?

Answer:

Vacation Insurance is available in many different forms and is a great idea to protect your investment in case of unforeseen circumstances. The most common plan our agency deals with is Vacation Insurance for Walt Disney World Packages. The plan includes the following coverage and benefits, subject to certain exclusions and limitations:

Trip Cancellation/Interruption (up to $10,000 maximum), including coverage for nonrefundable unused prepaid airfare purchased through Walt Disney Travel Company, a Travel Agent, or directly by guest, for covered reasons such as:
- Employee termination or layoff through no fault of your own after the effective date of coverage if you are an active employee with same employer for at least 1 year
- Called into active military duty, having military leave revoked or being reassigned within 10 days of departure date
- A disabling illness, injury or death causing trip to be cancelled
- Hurricane or inclement weather causing complete cessation of travel services at the point of departure and/or destination
Trip Delay ($600/6 hour minimum)
Baggage Delay ($500 maximum)
Loss of Baggage/Personal Effects ($2,000 maximum)
Medical Expenses ($20,000 maximum)
Emergency Medical Transportation ($20,000)
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) ($25,000 maximum)
24-hour Emergency Travel Assistance (non-insurance services provided by Travel Guard Assist)\

Although vacation insurance includes coverage for loss of personal effects (as well as medical and other expenses), this coverage may already be included in your homeowner’s (or other insurance) policies.

Insurance coverage must be purchased no later than the final payment date or with payment of non-refundable air tickets. Vacation insurance is non-refundable once deposit has been received.

The price of this coverage is currently at $66.95 per adult (children under 17 are covered for free).

Kip Dennis, Navigator

*Vacation Insurance Costs and Coverage may change at any time.

By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:24:30-05:00October 6th, 2010|Categories: Disney News, Navigators Panel|Tags: Trip Insurance, Vacation Insurance, Walt Disney World Insurance|0 Comments

Using Two Non-Park Hopper Tickets on the Same Day

Question:

Can you use two non-Park Hopper® tickets the same day at the Walt Disney World® Resort?

I know this would eliminate an entire day’s ticket but they are so cheap after you purchase at least 4 days, I just thought it would come out better
if you were only going to park hop 1 day to get 5 non-park hopper tickets
and use two of them on that one day.

Answer:

Unfortunately, that is not possible. The ticket system is set up so that you can only enter one park per day per person, unless you add the Park Hopper® option. The park hopper add-on is a great option, even if you just “hop” into a different park for dinner or to catch the evening show!

Theresa Dougherty, Navigator

By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:24:37-05:00June 25th, 2010|Categories: Disney News, Navigators Panel|Tags: Disney World Park Hoppers, Park Hopper Option|0 Comments

Three Day Tickets to Walt Disney World

Question:

How much will a three day ticket cost at the Walt Disney World® Resort?

Answer:

The current 2010 pricing for a 3 day Magic Your Way Base ticket for the Walt Disney World® Resort is $219 for guests age 10+, and $187 for guests age 3-9. Children under the age of 3 are free. These prices do not include applicable taxes.

For an addtional price, there are several add-on options for your Magic Your Way park tickets. Be sure and talk to your Magic Maker® for more details, as well as the additional savings for purchasing park tickets for stays longer than 3 days.

Marcie Munoz, Navigator

By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:24:41-05:00May 25th, 2010|Categories: Disney News, Navigators Panel|Tags: Disney World Ticket Cost, Disney World Tickets|0 Comments

Walt Disney World Accommodations with 15 Guests

Question:

What are my options for accommodations for 15 people? Are connecting rooms available?

Answer:

The Walt Disney World® Resort is a great place for groups to vacation! Your accommodation options are going to depend not necessarily on the number of guests, but the ages and sleeping arrangements needed – i.e. number of beds, etc.

Disney has standard occupancy limits in their rooms based off of fire codes. Here is a sampling of those limits:

Up to 9 guests – TreeHouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort
Up to 8 guests – Disney Deluxe Villas at various resorts
Up to 6 guests – Cabin at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort or Family Suite at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort

Connecting rooms are available at most of Walt Disney World® Resort hotels based on availability.

With a little more information about your party, your Magic Maker® will be able to select the best resort for your group and find an available promotion that will save you the most money.
Kip Dennis, Navigator

By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:24:42-05:00May 12th, 2010|Categories: Disney News, Navigators Panel, Walt Disney World News|Tags: Disney World Resorts, Disney World with Large Groups|0 Comments

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By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:24:43-05:00May 1st, 2010|Categories: Navigators Panel, Off to Neverland News|Tags: Disney FAQ, Disney Questions, Disney Vacation Help, Off to Neverland Navigators Panel|0 Comments

Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue

Question:

We have reservations for the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue while we are at the Walt Disney World® Resort. What is the easiest way to get there?

Answer:

This is a great question! The easiest way to get there is by boat. Take a bus/monorail to the Magic Kingdom® Park’s front gates and then look for the boat launch for Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Once getting off the boat at Disney’s Fort Wilderness, it is a short walk to Pioneer Hall – the home of the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. My suggestion is to allow at least 60 – 90 minutes for total transfer time.

If you are coming from either Disney’s Hollywood Studios™ or Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, you can take the bus directly to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Once at the resort, you will have to transfer to an internal shuttle to get to North end of the grounds.

The Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue is a personal favorite. Enjoy the show!

Kip Dennis, Navigator

By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:24:56-05:00April 1st, 2010|Categories: Navigators Panel, Walt Disney World News|Tags: Disney World Transportation, Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue|0 Comments

Character Meals with a 2 year old

Question:

I’m confused about character dining with my 2 year old daughter. She is not old enough to qualify for the Disney Dining Plans. Will we have to pay for her at the meals with a character experience?

Answer:

Character meals are a great relaxing and delicious way to introduce children to the characters! Even better, children under the age of 3 eat free at all buffets at the Walt Disney World® Resort! Your daughter can meet the characters, eat whatever she wants, and make memories to last a lifetime!

Theresa Dougherty, Navigator

By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:24:56-05:00March 31st, 2010|Categories: Navigators Panel, Walt Disney World News|Tags: Character Meals, Disney Dining Plan, Disney World with toddlers|0 Comments

Walt Disney World Resorts for Large Parties

Question:

Hi, we have more than 4 people in our family. Which resorts can we stay at while visiting the Walt Disney World® Resort?

Answer:

There are a couple of options for larger families at the Walt Disney World® Resort. In the values, Disney’s All Star Music Resort has a family suite that will sleep up to 6. In a moderate resort, Disney’s Port Orleans- Riverside is available to sleep 5. Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground have cabins that accomodate up to 6 people. There are many choices at the Deluxe Resorts and Deluxe Villa Resorts that will sleep 5 or more guests.

Speak with your Magic Maker® and see which resort will fit your families’ needs best. Regardless of your choice, I am sure your family will have a MAGICAL vacation.

Marcie Munoz, Navigator

By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:24:57-05:00March 29th, 2010|Categories: Navigators Panel, Walt Disney World News|Tags: Disney World large groups, Disney World Resorts|0 Comments