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Disney Visaยฎ Cardmembers: Save at Select Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts

Disney Visaยฎ Cardmembers ~ Don’t miss out on this valuable springtime offer!

It’s time to discover what’s new at theย Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort while staying in spacious accommodations that will make you feel right at home. And for a limited time, Disney Visaยฎ Cardmembers can save when they stay at select Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts!

Save 35% on room accommodations at select Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts most nights Apr. 3 – Jun. 30, 2016. Plus, when you purchase a Magic Your Wayยฎ room and ticket package with minimum 4-day Theme Park tickets, you can get one more ticket day FREE!

Participating Resorts (subject to availability) include:

  • Disneyโ€™s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
  • Disneyโ€™s Old Key West Resort
  • Disneyโ€™s Boardwalk Villas
  • The Villas at Disneyโ€™s Wilderness Lodge
  • Disneyโ€™s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows

Just like any other Walt Disney Worldยฎ Guest, you’ll enjoy a tidal wave of Magical Extras like complimentary transportation, advanced FastPass+ planning, and more time in the parks with Extra Magic Hours!

Travel Dates: Most nights Apr. 3 – Jun. 30, 2016

Book by: Feb. 28, 2016

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Offer subject to availability. Number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Offer excludes 3-bedroom villas and bungalows at Disneyโ€™s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows. Length of stay requirements may apply. Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room. Additional per adult charges apply if more than two adults per room. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Advance reservations required. Deposit must be made at the time of booking with your Disney Visaยฎ Card or Disney Rewardsยฎ Redemption Card. Offer subject to change without notice.

By |2017-06-27T10:21:26-05:00December 28th, 2015|Categories: Disney News, Expired Specials, Walt Disney World News|Tags: |0 Comments
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New Dining ‘Adventure’ at Magic Kingdomยฎ Park

A new table service dining adventure awaits you at Magic Kingdomยฎ Park!

Officially opening Dec. 16, 2015, the The Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen will serve bold tastes from Asia, South America, and Africa. The eatery pulls its theme from the world famous Jungle Cruiseยฎ attraction which is just steps away. Alberta Falls, granddaughter of Dr. Albert Falls, acts as the restaurants owner and has decided to invite hungry travelers into the company’s headquarters-turned-restaurant to dine in one of their three themed rooms – the crew’s mess hall, their old family room, and Albert’s secret meeting room.

What kind of flavorful dishes can you expect? Here’s just a few of the highlights:

  • House-made arepas with slow-cooked beef, black beans, tostones and queso fresco
  • Dr. Fallsโ€™ Signature Grilled Steak, a strip loin marinated in sofrito and served with yuca planks, avocado and house-made chimichurri
  • Rice Noodle Bowl with an Asian pho broth with choice of chicken, duck breast or tofu served with jalapeรฑos and mix of fresh herbs
  • Trader Samโ€™s Head-on Shrimp, with sustainable, local, farm-raised shrimp tossed in a chili-garlic sauce and served with Chinese broccoli and choice of five-grain or white rice
  • Coconut Bar with Pineapple-Basil Compote and Vanilla Cream โ€“ a vanilla chiffon cake with coconut and lime topped with white chocolate ganache
  • Kungaloosh! African-inspired chocolate cake is served with caramelized bananas and cashew-caramel ice cream topped with coffee dust.

Junior Explorers will enjoy:

  • Junior Skipโ€™s Special Mac and Cheese is inspired by an Egyptian dish with ground beef, pasta, Bรฉchamel Sauce and house-made cheese gratin, served with broccoli
  • Amazon Annieโ€™s House-made Arepas with slow-cooked beef, black beans and queso fresco served with yuca planks
  • Sizzling Savanna Grilled Flank Steak with steamed broccoli and fingerling potatoes;
    Smileyโ€™s Little Croc of Chicken Noodle Soup
  • Kids Volcano

At this time the restaurant will only be accepting walk ups – no reservations are available. The Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen participates in both the Disney Dining Plan and Tables in Wonderland programs.

By |2017-06-27T10:21:26-05:00December 14th, 2015|Categories: Disney News, Walt Disney World News|0 Comments
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Why Stay at a Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort Hotel?

With so many lodging options available in theย Orlando area, we are often asked what benefits our guests receive by staying on Walt Disney Worldยฎย Resort property. There are several great benefits, but our explanation of them has never been quite as fun as this! Actor Nicolas Dromard says (sings) it best:

Making your vacation as convenient as it is magical is what it’s all about! Contact our Magic Makersยฎ today for more details on these special benefits for your next Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort vacation:

  • Complimentary Transportation from Orlando International Airport (MCO) and around the Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort
  • Complimentary MagicBands
  • Advanced FastPass+ Planning
  • Extended Theme Park Hours
  • Resort Hotel Entertainment
  • Exciting Disney Dining Plan options
  • and much more…

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By |2018-03-14T11:35:36-05:00November 30th, 2015|Categories: Disney News, Walt Disney World News|Tags: , , |0 Comments
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Happy Veterans Day

Words can not express our gratitude to those who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. Military. We honor your great sacrifices to preserve our freedom not only today, but every day!

It’s no secret that Walt Disney was a great patriot. During the design and construction ofย Disneylandยฎ Park, he made sure to showcase that. On a walk down Main Street U.S.A.ยฎ, everyone notices the main flag pole in Town Square but may overlook several other American flags flying high as they continue throughout the rest of the park. A plaque rests at the base of the Town Square flag pole that reads “Disneylandยฎ is dedicated to the ideals, the dreams and the hard facts which have created America.” But probably the most overlooked display of Walt Disney’s patriotism is the late afternoon Flag Retreat ceremony that takes place in Town Square. A tradition since 1955, the ceremony is performed out of respect of our nation’s flag and as a way to honor those who have served our country.

In 2013, we were privileged to spend Veterans Day inside Disneylandยฎ Park and witness a special Flag Retreat ceremony. In observance of the day, Disneylandยฎ Resort Cast Members and guests who are Veterans along with the 1st Division Marine Band from Camp Pendleton served as special guests at the ceremony. You can only imagine the emotion of being surrounded by the Americana feel of Main Street U.S.Aยฎ and the sounds of patriotic tunes like God Bless America, Star Spangled Banner and theย Armed Forces Medley on such an important day.

A Flag Retreat Ceremony is performed daily at both Disneylandยฎ and Magic Kingdomยฎ Parks. Be sure to check your Times Guide and attend during your next visit to the parks.

 

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By |2017-06-27T10:21:26-05:00November 11th, 2015|Categories: Disney News, Disneyland News, Walt Disney World News|Tags: , , , |0 Comments
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Trick or Treat: 9 Disney Destination Tricks You May Not Know

Happy Halloween!

Sometimes, having a magical Disney Vacation involves a few tricks! From when to call for Advanced Dining Reservations to how to best utilize Disney FastPass+ service, our expert Magic Makersยฎ know them all!

With Halloween just a day away, we thought we’d treat you to just a few of our favorite Disney tricks:

Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort

  • With MyMagic+, planning is more important than ever! Previously, your “ADR date” (180 days before travel when you can make dining reservations) was the most important planning date. Now, your “FastPass+ date” is equally important, especially when you are staying at one of the on-property hotels! On-property guests get first access to reserve Disney FastPass+ attractions, shows and more 60 days before you arrive! This advance access can make or break your hopes of getting FastPass+ times for popular attractions like the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. But don’t fret, your Magic Makerยฎ will take care of reminding  you of all these important dates!
  • When making your initial plans, you’ll be able to select up to three FastPass+ experiences for your family each day. But once you redeem your initial selections, you can visit any in-park FastPass+ kiosk and select an additional experience based on availability. After using that one, you can keep repeating that process selecting one more after your previous selections have all been used.
  • Did you know that Epcotยฎ has two entrances? The International Gateway, located between the United Kingdom and France pavilions, allows for easy access to Disney’s Boardwalk and Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. Here you’ll find great nighttime entertainment as well as some amazing dining choices. Just a quick walk or boat ride from the back entrance to Epcotยฎ, this area is worth exploring.
  • Guests who visited Downtown Disneyยฎ years ago may remember there being more than one bus stop. But now if you are arriving at Disney Springsโ„ข by resort bus, you are dropped off at a bus station in the Marketplace area. You can easily get to other areas via boat service, however the new boat launch area is not very clearly marked. As you are exiting the bus area, you’ll make an immediate right and follow a path that takes you to the Marketplace Dock. If you’ve made it to any of the stores, you’ve gone too far! With all the hustle and bustle of other guests making their way to and from the buses, the path is easy to overlook!

Disneylandยฎ Resort

  • Years after opening, Radiator Springs Racers inside Disney California Adventureยฎ Park is still popular! Want to know how to get early access to Cars Land and the attractions? It’s as simple as staying at one of the three Hotels of the Disneylandยฎ Resort! Only guests of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotelยฎ & Spa, Disneylandยฎ Hotel, and Disney’s Paradise Pierยฎ Hotel can utilize Extra Magic Hour to access Disney California Adventureยฎ Park one hour before scheduled park opening every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
  • Celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or even a first visit? Always remember to ask for a button! While nothing is guaranteed, sometimes magical things happen to those proudly donning a celebration button.
  • One of the perks of being a Disney Visaยฎ Cardmember is access to a special Character Meet ‘N’ Greet inside a Private Cardmember Location. Offered for  just a few hours daily, Cardmembers can find the Meet ‘N’ Greet inside Hollywood Land at Disney California Adventureยฎ Park.

Disney Cruise Line

  • We are often asked when is best to book a Disney Cruise Line vacation. That answer is simple – as early as possible! Unlike other vacation destinations, pricing on Disney Cruise Line typically increases as the ship fills. Early birds can expect great pricing and the best selection of cabin types and locations.
  • Before leaving home, be sure to download the Disney Cruise Line Navigator App onto your smartphone. While onboard the ship, you can connect to the ship’s wi-fi (which is complimentary for this app) and conveniently access a calendar of events and activities, a deck plan of the ship, and a feature that allows you to message with other guests on your cruise.

These are just a few of the tricks we can treat you with now! Be sure to contact your Magic Makerยฎ today for even more tricks to make the most of your next Disney Destination vacation! If you don’t have a personal Magic Makerยฎ yet, let us know! We’d love to connect you with one!

By |2017-06-27T10:21:26-05:00October 30th, 2015|Categories: Disney Cruise Line News, Disney News, Disneyland News, Walt Disney World News|0 Comments
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The โ€˜Disney Differenceโ€™

By Off to Neverland Travelยฎ Director of Marketing Kyle Froman

The โ€˜Disney Differenceโ€™.

Itโ€™s that extra little sprinkling of pixie dust and magic that keeps beckoning usย to visit โ€œThe Happiest Place on Earthโ€ from all around the globe.

At times the โ€˜Disney Differenceโ€™ can be hard to describeย with our words, yet when experienced, it is completely undeniable.

Last week after navigating a long and busy day at Magic Kingdomยฎ Park, my family and I were ready for a brief reprieve from the heat of the day and bustle others around us also enjoying their timeย in the park.

We retreated to Fantasylandยฎ Area to rest and refresh at Gastonโ€™s Tavern. After scouting a location to sit and rest I slipped away to get us a few LaFouโ€™s Brews from the counter.

After ordering and waiting what felt like only a few seconds I was handed our drinks by one of Gaston Tavernโ€™s Cast Members. When I went to tap my wrist and pay the Cast Member quickly and proudly replied, โ€œthese are on us today!โ€

It was theย ‘Disney Difference.’

It re-energized us and completely transformed the rest of our day.

A few days later we were โ€˜draggingโ€™ through Epcotยฎ after a full day and we decided to slow ourselves down with a visit to Character Spot. As we moved towards the queue a Cast Member asked where we were headingย next. As we shared with him our Character Spot plans he encouraged us that now was a โ€˜great time to goโ€™ as the line was only 5 or 10 minutes.

We smiled and continuedย towards the queue.

As we approached, we noticed the wait time was actually 45 minutes so we turned to walk away. As we did, the Cast Member that had just spoken to us approached us and said โ€œfollow meโ€.

He proceeded to lead us toย the FastPass+ entrance and through the FastPass+ queue. Our wait did, indeed, end up being only 5 to 10 minutes thanks to the special touch this Cast Member added to our evening.

It was the ‘Disney Difference.’

We decided to end our night at Epcotยฎ with a ride on Soarinโ€™ยฎ Attraction since our 4 year old had finally โ€˜risenโ€™ to the minimum height requirements. It was his first ride! We chose to ride duringย IllumiNations:ย Reflectionsย ofย Earthย so that the wait time would be a minimal.

Followingย our relatively short 45 minute wait, as we were boarding Soarinโ€™ยฎ Attraction our 4 year old looked to the Cast Member nearest to him and said โ€œAm I going to die?!โ€

The Cast Member was quick to assure him, and then adore him, before sending us off for our flight.

As our flight over California came to an end the same Cast Member returned and asked our 4 year old if weโ€™d like to be on Soarinโ€™ยฎ Attraction’sย last flight for the nightโ€ฆof course we did!

It was theย ‘Disney Difference.’

Itโ€™s the extra magic that Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort brings to every guest’s vacation.

Itโ€™s takes on different shapes for every guest and trip, but Iโ€™m certain that you will experience that same โ€˜differenceโ€™ on your next trip too!

In fact, our Magic Makersยฎ are ready to sprinkle some pixie dust of their own, so be sure to contact us about helping your family navigate the Happiest Place on Earth!

By |2015-10-23T01:02:45-05:00October 23rd, 2015|Categories: Disney News|0 Comments
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Minnieโ€™s Seasonal Dine Coming to Hollywood & Vine

What was announced in August as a seasonal offering has now been expanded!

Earlier this week, the Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort announced a new Character Dining experience that will be available year-round at Disney’s Hollywood Studiosยฎ. ย Minnieโ€™s Seasonal Dine at Hollywood & Vine will be cookin’ up a festive dinner most nights starting Nov. 7, 2015. In addition to your hostess, Minnie, guests can expect to meet Mickey, Donald, Daisy, and Goofy dressed in “seasonal” costumes. Each season will also be celebrated with unique music, dรฉcor, varying menu items and interactive musical moments!

Reservations at Minnieโ€™s Seasonal Dine at Hollywood & Vine are available both with and without reserved seating at that night’s showing ofย Fantasmic!ย The cost for the Fantasmic! Dining Package is $52.99/adult and $31.99/child (ages 3-9), plus tax and gratuity. Without the reserved seating for Fantasmic, pricing is $46.99/adult and $27.99/child (ages 3-9), plus tax and gratuity or (1) table-service entitlement on your Disney Dining Plan. On October 27, reservations for the next seasonal dine (from Jan. 4 to Mar. 20) will open where Minnie’s dinner party will be celebrating the magic of the movies and the glamour of Hollywood. Reservations for the holiday season (Nov. 7, 2015 – Jan. 3, 2016) are already open with very limited availability.

Disney Junior Play โ€˜n Dine will continue during breakfast and lunch at Hollywood & Vine without changes.

Availability is limited, so contact your Magic Makerยฎ today for details or reservations!

By |2017-06-27T10:21:26-05:00October 22nd, 2015|Categories: Disney News, Walt Disney World News|Tags: , , , |0 Comments
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Star Warsโ„ข Day at Sea-themed Merchandise Now Available for Pre-Purchase

Our guests sailing on a Disney Cruise Line Star Warsโ„ข Day at Sea sailing now have the opportunity to pre-purchase themed merchandise.

Because of anticipated demand for some “out-of-this-universe” Star Warsโ„ข items,ย Disney Cruise Line has created an online advance purchase opportunity. Guests sailing during these special Disney Cruise Line itineraries aboard the Disney Fantasy can now log in and select items of interest. CLICK HERE to access the merchandise webpage.

The deadline to participate in the pre-purchase opportunity varies by the date of sailing. Those deadlines are:

  • Jan. 9, 2016 – Deadline: Dec. 10, 2015
  • Jan. 23, 2016 – Deadline: Dec. 23, 2015
  • Feb. 6, 2016 – Deadline: Jan. 7, 2016
  • Feb. 20, 2016 – Deadline: Jan. 21, 2016
  • Mar. 5, 2016 – Deadline: Feb. 4, 2016
  • Mar. 19, 2016 – Deadline: Feb. 19, 2016
  • Apr. 2, 2016 – Deadline: Mar. 3, 2016
  • Apr. 16, 2016 – Deadline: Mar. 17, 2016

Contact your Magic Makerยฎ for additional information!

By |2017-06-27T10:21:27-05:00October 5th, 2015|Categories: Disney Cruise Line News, Disney News|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments
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‘Merry & Bright’ Packages Bid Farewell to Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights

Two new premium packages, which are now available for booking, will bid a fond farewell to The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights as it completes its 20th and final season inside Disney’s Hollywood Studiosยฎ!

Merry & Bright Dessert Party

This is your chance to eat, drink, and be merry while enjoying the millions of dancing lights! The Merry & Bright Dessert Party provides a private viewing area complete with delicious holiday-themed desserts, specialty alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, sodas, water, tea and coffee as well as a custom roll-up stadium blanket as a keepsake of the event!

  • Dates: Nov. 6 – Dec. 24, 2015 (7:00-8:30p) and Dec. 25 – 30, 2015(8:30-10:00p)
    Excluding Nov. 17, Dec. 9 and Dec. 18
  • Pricing: $69/adult and $39/child (ages 3-9) with tax and gratuity included
    Admission to Disneyโ€™s Hollywood Studios is required and is not included in the price of this package

Merry & Bright Dinner Reception

Ring in 2016 with a delightful feast as The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights makes its last performances at the Walt Disney Worldยฎย Resort ! From inside a reserved viewing area, you’ll enjoy a holiday buffet (shrimp, beef, turkey and more) as well as specialty alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, beer and wine. Each of you will take home a custom keepsake shadow box featuring your own Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights bulb.

  • Dates: Jan. 1, 2016 (8:30-10:00p) and Jan. 2-3, 2016 (7:00-8:30p)
  • Pricing: $99/adult and $54/child (ages 3-9) with tax and gratuity included
    Admission to Disneyโ€™s Hollywood Studios is required and is not included in the price of this package

Contact your Magic Makerยฎ today as availability is very limited and these events are expected to sell out!

Guests may enter and exit the event location (located at the end of Streets of America near the Lights, Motors, Action!ยฎ Extreme Stunt Show entrance) as many times as they wish during their designated viewing and dessert party time. The event location is outdoors and uncovered. In the event of potential rain, it will be moved to a covered location. Seating at the dessert party will be open seating, with no assigned seats, however wheelchairs and ECVs can be accommodated. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcoholic beverages. A valid form of government identification will be required to verify age. This offer may not be combined with any other discounts or promotions. Disney dining plan entitlements may not be redeemed for this event. Separate admission to Disneyโ€™s Hollywood Studios is required and is not included in the price of this package. Entertainment, including the light display itself, is subject to change or cancellation without notice.

By |2017-06-27T10:21:27-05:00September 16th, 2015|Categories: Disney News, Walt Disney World News|Tags: |0 Comments
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Late 2015 Disneylandยฎ Resort Savings

Be dazzled by savings!

Theย Disneylandยฎ Resort Diamond Celebration is in full swing – celebrating 60 spectacular years since the opening of the Disneylandยฎ Park! And now, you can save on your upcoming stay at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotelยฎ & Spa or the Disneylandยฎ Hotel!

Save up to 20% on select Premium rooms atย Disney’s Grand Californian Hotelยฎ & Spa or the Disneylandยฎ Hotel or up to 10% at Disney’s Paradise Pierยฎ Hotel on select weekday stays (Sun.โ€“Thu.) between 10/25 – 12/17/2015

Booking Dates:
Book now โ€“ Nov. 18, 2015

Travel Dates:
Stays select Sun. โ€“ Thu. nights Oct. 25 – Dec. 17 with travel completed by Dec. 18, 2015. Some blockout dates apply.

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Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room at the same hotel for most Sun. – Thu. nights. Valid for travel between 10/25-12/17/15. Book from 9/9-11/18/15, with travel completed by 12/18/15. Savings on Premium rooms are available on Premium, Deluxe and Woods/Garden/Courtyard rooms; select Concierge rooms; and Paradise, Artisan and Regal Suites. Ask about savings on other hotels and room types. Not valid on previously booked rooms. Advance reservations required. Subject to availability as the number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Excludes applicable fees and taxes. Limit two (2) rooms per reservation and five (5) people maximum per room. Not valid in combination with any other hotel discounts or offers. Subject to restrictions and change without notice. Separate Theme Park admission required to enjoy the Parks.

By |2017-06-27T10:21:27-05:00September 9th, 2015|Categories: Disney News, Disneyland News, Expired Specials|Tags: , , , |0 Comments
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