Disney News

Adventures by Disney® has announced new and enhanced itineraries for 2014! These changes expand their already large portfolio of travel options giving you more opportunities to explore the World.

“Austria, Germany, and Czech Republic”

In this new 9-day, 8-night vacation to Central Europe, you will travel off the beaten path as you explore Prague, Salzburg, Vienna, and the majestic Alps.

Highlights include:

• Ice-cave and salt-mine adventures in the Bavarian Alps
• Day trip to Salzburg – the birthplace of Mozart and location of Hellbrunn Castle
• Learn how to make strudel and pretzels from the locals and enjoy schnapps tasting
• Private dinner inside the Emperor’s Pavilion at the Vienna Zoo
• Private tour of the Spanish Riding School inside Vienna’s Hofburg Castle
• Marionette Workshop in Prague and Waltzing lessons in Vienna

Enhanced Itinerary: “Viva Italia”

Also new for 2014, Adventures by Disney® has enhanced their current Italy itinerary by adding new VIP experiences. This 9-day, 8-night journey takes you on an exploration of the awe-inspiring parts of Italy – including Rome, Florence, Venice and Tuscany. New features of this itinerary through one of Europe’s most iconic destinations include:

• Feel like a Roman Gladiator when you step on the floor of the Colosseum, an area that is off-limits to the general public
• After hours visit to the Sistine Chapel and Vatican City Museum
• Prepare a traditional Italian dish with the help of locals inside a kitchen of a working olive farm

Special Teen-Focused Departures

Adventures by Disney® will feature three unique departures with activities created with teens in mind. There is only one departure for each of these locations, so availability is likely to disappear quickly.

• Peru (6/22/14) – Special teen experiences include salsa dancing lessons, horseback riding, and bonfire/stargazing
• Costa Rica (7/12/14) – Teen-focused activities include a photography class and a beach party on the sands of Guanacastle
• Arizona and Utah (8/6/14) – New experiences for teens include a bike ride through Boyton Canyon, various outdoor activities at Red Cliffs Lodge, and a sunset hike through the Grand Canyon

With over 20 different itineraries to choose from, Adventures by Disney® can take you across six continents on a vacation you never dreamed possible. Contact your Magic Maker® today to find out how you can see the World while experiencing the Disney Difference!

Disney Visa® Cardmembers can take advantage of 3 limited-time offers during their Summer vacation to Disney Parks. These discounts are great ways to add a little extra Magic to your upcoming vacation!

Transform into a Disney Princess at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

From Jun. 1-30, 2013, Disney Visa® Cardmembers can save 20% on the Castle Package at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique locations at the Disneyland® Resort and the Walt Disney World® Resort¹ when using your Disney Visa® Card for payment. This head-to-toe transformation by your own Fairy Godmother-in-training will make your little Princess’ fairytale dreams come true! Participating locations include in Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom® Park and World of Disney® store in Downtown Disney® Marketplace at the Walt Disney World® Resort or in the Sleeping Beauty Castle courtyard at the Disneyland® Park. Because the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is a popular experience, advanced reservations are suggested.

Free Surf Box or Small Locker Rental at Disney Water Parks

From now until Jul. 31, 2013, Disney Visa® Cardmembers can receive a free surf box or small locker rental (with locker key deposit)² when you visit Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park or Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park. Simply stop by Singapore Sal’s or Beach Haus and present your Disney Visa® Card and the special coupon to redeem. Contact your Magic Maker® for the coupon and more details on this promotion.

Save 20% off the Tastes of the Americas at Paradiso 37

From now until Oct. 31, 2013, Disney Visa® Cardmembers can save 20% off food purchases at Paradiso 37 at Downtown Disney® Pleasure Island at the Walt Disney World® Resort³. To receive the discount, you’ll need to present a special coupon and pay for your meal on your Disney Visa® card. Contact your Magic Maker® for the coupon and more details on this promotion. Advance Dining Reservations are suggested.

¹ From June 1-30, 2013, Disney’s Visa^® Cardmembers will receive 20% off the purchase of the Castle Package at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique in Disneyland^® Park and the Walt Disney World^® Resort. Savings based on the retail price of the Castle Package starting at $189.95, plus tax. Valid Disney Visa® Card must be presented and used at time of purchase of the Castle Package. Separate Theme Park admission is required to enter Disney Theme Parks. Guests must be between 3-12 years of age and must be accompanied by an adult age 18 or older during the entire experience. Costume selection available in youth sizing only, sizing may vary. Reservations are strongly recommended. A valid credit card number may be required at time of booking, and a cancellation fee may be applied to such credit card for all no-shows or if a reservation is cancelled within 48 hours of the experience. All prices, package components and information are subject to restrictions and change without notice.

² Offer available at Singapore Sal’s at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park or Beach Haus at Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park during Park operating hours. Water Park Admission required to redeem this coupon and offer. Guest must pay $5 key deposit for small locker rental. Deposit refunded when Locker key is returned. Coupon cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers or discounts. Limit one Coupon per cardholder. Coupon has no cash value and must be surrendered at time of purchase. No photocopies or reproductions of Coupon are accepted. Offer valid through 7/31/2013. While supplies last, offer subject to change without notice. Contact your Magic Maker® for a coupon.

³ 20% discount on food only at Paradiso 37. Not valid with any other offers, promotions, coupons or discounts. Contact your Magic Maker® for a coupon.

Disney Parks has announced details on next Friday’s “Limited Time Magic” event – the Monstrous 24-hour All-Nighter.

Walt Disney World® Resort

The Monstrous 24-hour All-Nighter will take place inside the Magic Kingdom® Park from 6a May 24, 2013 to 6a May 25, 2013. Special events include:

• Special Park opening
• Mike and Sulley will be in the Move It, Shake It, Celebrate It! Street Party and will act as Grand Marshals of the Celebrate a Dream Come True Parade
• Monster Mania DJ Dance Party (4p-9p) and screening of Monsters, Inc. (11p-5a) in Tomorrowland®
• Chip ‘n’ Dale meet and greet in Town Square
• Disney’s Up All Night Dance Party (2a-5:45a) near Cinderella Castle
  Valid Theme Park admission is required for all events. Schedule is subject to change. See Times Guide for more details.

Disneyland® Resort

The Monstrous 24-hour All-Nighter will keep both Disneyland® Park and Disney California Adventure® Park open from 6a May 24, 2013 to 6a May 25, 2013! Special events include:

• Screening of Monsters, Inc. inside Muppets Theater (starting at 9p)
• Disney Character Pajama Party inside Mickey’s Toontown (starting at midnight)
• Star Wars character meet and greet in Tomorrowland®
• TLT Monstrous Dance Club at Tomorrowland Terrace (midnight to 5:30a)
• Royal Swing Ball at Royal Theatre with live band (10p to 1:40a)
  Valid Theme Park admission is required for all events. Schedule is subject to change. See Times Guide for more details.

Special themed merchandise and food will also be available for the event. Keep an “eye” out for a special Sulley Ear hat for sale in select merchandise locations. Special treats will include green and blue cotton candy, cake pops, and decorated candy apples.

Keep checking back as Off to Neverland Travel® will continue to bring you details on future ”Limited Time Magic” events as they become available!

Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park has long established itself as the home to many thrilling adventures and exotic animals from around the world. Whether you are visiting Asia® Land, exploring Pangani Forest Exploration Trail Walking Tour, traversing Maharajah Jungle Trek® Attraction, experiencing Kilimanjaro Safaris® Expedition or some other ride or attraction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park you are transformed into a world adventurer with your own experiences to share. As a home to over 1,700 different animals from 250 different species, you can experience a lifetime of exploration in one vacation!

It is no surprise then, that Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse are now sharing their own globetrotting experiences in their new meet and greet location in Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park.

In the new Adventurers Outpost, you get to step into the exploration headquarters of Mickey and Minnie Mouse as they give you a glimpse into their world travels as you check out the photos and field notes from destinations around the globe. From the mountains of Nepal to the savannas of Africa, and many destinations in between, you’ll get to see mementos from all of their travels!

The new Adventurers Outpost, opened in the former Beastly Bazaar gift shop on May 15th, and is now the official meet and greet for Mickey and Minnie Mouse in Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, replacing their former location in Camp Minnie Mickey.

While you are on your own adventure, you don’t want to miss stopping off at Adventurers Outpost and capture your own special memory with our two favorite world travelers before continuing on your journey!

Now is as good of a time as any to plan your return trip to visit your old pals, or to meet them for the very first time! Our Magic Makers® are eager to help you create an unbelievable Walt Disney World® Resort experience!

 We’ve spent the past couple weeks discussing how Disney Cruise Line® strives to ensure each and every guest on board their ships have a Magical vacation. With Disney Cruise Line®, every detail matters!

See what past guests have to say about their attention to detail.

Contact your Magic Maker® today to start planning your Disney Cruise Line® vacation!

Summer vacation is right around the corner! As our guests are making their final preparations for their upcoming Disney Vacations, we thought we would share a few “must pack” items for your packing list.

We turned to our experts for help! To keep from having a list a mile long, we skipped over some of the general items you’d find on a typical list – like sunscreen, toothpaste, comfortable shoes, etc. Instead, we focused on those items that after reading the list, you’ll likely say “I would have never thought of that!”

Without further ado, we present:

Magic Maker’s® Top 6 Disney Vacation “Must Pack” Items

1. Zippered Storage Bags – This item quickly made its way to the top of our list simply because of the number of uses you will find for them! If you plan on enjoying one of the water attractions like Splash Mountain® or Kali River Rapids®, they are great to store any items you want to keep dry. This same idea also works in the event of rain! You can also use the bags to easily take any leftovers with you from your meals to snack on later. This is just a few of the common uses our Magic Makers® have found. Trust us on this one – take some with you, you’ll thank us later!
2. Permanent Markers – This is another item with many uses. Characters love them as they are often easier to use when signing autographs (get a few colors to add a splash of color to your autograph book). They will also come in handy for labeling items – like water bottles or cups.
3. Hand Sanitizer – There’s nothing worse than coming down with a bug while on vacation. Pack a few little bottles of hand sanitizer for easy access wherever you are. Simply use after enjoying hands on experiences and before eating. Having hand sanitizer comes in handy at the Disney Parks and aboard Disney Cruise Line®.
4. Power Strip – If you think about it, most of your modern conveniences either require electricity for use or to be charged at some point during the day. Your phone, hairdryer, MP3, handheld games, eBook reader – so many devices, not enough outlets! A power strip or two will be a lifesaver, especially in your stateroom on Disney Cruise Line®.
5. Chewing Gum – Available at nearly every retail location you walk into, chewing gum is not something you’d think to add to your packing list. But if you are a regular gum chewer, you’ll want to! Chewing gum is not sold at Orlando International Airport or the Walt Disney World® Resort.
6. Poncho – Since the weather can be so unpredictable, it’s much easier to go prepared! While poncho are available for purchase at nearly every merchandise location at the Walt Disney World® Resort, Disneyland® Resort, and aboard Disney Cruise Line®, our Magic Makers® suggest you save money by purchasing some cheap disposable ponchos from your local retailer before leaving home.

There you have it – but this is just the start of it! With countless trips and years of experience at Disney Destinations, our Magic Makers® have many more tips and tricks to share with their clients. Contact us today to start planning your next Magical vacation!

One thing cruises have always been known for is their food! From buffets to table service meals, there is always another opportunity to eat!

Disney Cruise Line® sails above the industry standards when it comes to dining. Each of their four ships has uniquely themed restaurants that are as delightful as they are delicious. Disney Cruise Line® pioneered the rotational dining experience. Guests will “rotate” to a different restaurant each night of their sailing, giving them an opportunity to appreciate all the tastes and experiences on board. The best part is that your servers “rotate” with you, providing you with familiar and personalized service each night! Having crew members that already know your dining preferences and dietary restrictions makes for a much more enjoyable dining experience. And outside of the restaurants, guests have access to buffets, quick service locations, and 24-hour room service which is included in their fare.

When will you experience “The Disney Difference?” Explore the current promotions and then contact your Magic Maker® today to start planning your Disney Cruise Line® vacation!