Disney News

This September, Walt Disney World® Resort will host the 31st Night of Joy inside the Magic Kingdom® Park! The contemporary Christian music festival provides guests with spiritual live performances by some of the nation’s biggest music superstars. In addition to the concert performances, select Magic Kingdom® Park attractions will also be available to guests.

Here’s a look at the bands scheduled to perform this year:

Friday, September 6, 2013

• Mercy Me
• Steven Curtis Chapman & Michael W. Smith
• Skillet
• Mandisa
• Matthew West
• Audio Adrenaline
• Moriah Peters
• We As Human
• City Harbor

Saturday, September 7, 2013

• TobyMac
• Francesca Batistelli
• Newsboys
• Britt Nicole
• Group 1 Crew
• Building 429
• For King and Country
• Jamie Grace

Entrance to Night of Joy requires a separate ticket for admission. Tickets will go on sale later this spring, so be sure to keep checking back for more details.

For the past several months, we have focused on breaking some of the most common myths our Magic Makers have heard from their clients. From how to make the most of your visit during peak travel dates to understanding passport requirements – we’ve covered it all!

Here’s a recap of our Breaking the Myths series:

• Disney’s FASTPASS® Service
• Age Is Just A Number
• Getting Around the World
• Walt Disney World® Resort Dining Plans
• Visiting During Peak Dates
• Dining at Disney Parks
• Where to Stay at the Walt Disney World® Resort
• Booking with a Travel Agent
• Traveling with Disabilities
• The Perfect Plan
• Travel Insurance and Passports
• Disney Cruise Line®
• Theme Parks and Magic Your Way Tickets

Still have a question? Contact your Magic Maker® and let them help your upcoming vacation magical!

We’re just 4 days away from the Epcot® International Flower and Garden Festival! From Mar. 6 through May 19, 2013, you’ll not only be able to see some amazing Walt Disney World® Resort horticultural masterpieces, but you can taste the season at new Garden Marketplaces throughout World Showcase!

Speaking of horticultural masterpieces, take a look at this not-so-average shrub!

Earlier this year we were excited to bring a little more ‘magic’ to your experience with Off to Neverland Travel® through the release of our mobile itinerary planner. Through our mobile itinerary planner, we’ve put your entire Walt Disney World® Resort trip  itinerary in your pocket, professionally planned by our expert Magic Makers®.

Now, we are making the ‘magic’ a little more magical with the release of our Pixie Dust Tips section!

Our Magic Makers® have years of experience visiting Walt Disney World® Resort with literally countless combined visits throughout our team! Through these visits we’ve gained a wealth of valuable tips and information that can only come from first-hand experience!

Within our mobile itinerary Pixie Dust Tips section you will find dining suggestions, parade and firework viewing tips, transportation help, FASTPASS® and Rider Swap information, overlooked experiences, rainy day indulgences and much, much more!

From the water parks and shopping districts to the four major theme parks, all of our tips to make the most of your vacation are in the palm of your hand as you plan and travel!

Don’t hesitate to ask your Magic Maker® for more information about how to use our new mobile itinerary, or to begin planning your next magical Walt Disney World® Resort trip today!

Earlier this year we were excited to bring a little more ‘magic’ to your experience with Off to Neverland Travel® through the release of our mobile itinerary planner. Through our mobile itinerary planner, we’ve put your entire Walt Disney World® Resort trip  itinerary in your pocket, professionally planned by our expert Magic Makers®.

Now, we are making the ‘magic’ a little more magical with the release of our Pixie Dust Tips section!

Our Magic Makers® have years of experience visiting Walt Disney World® Resort with literally countless combined visits throughout our team! Through these visits we’ve gained a wealth of valuable tips and information that can only come from first-hand experience!

Within our mobile itinerary Pixie Dust Tips section you will find dining suggestions, parade and firework viewing tips, transportation help, FASTPASS® and Rider Swap information, overlooked experiences, rainy day indulgences and much, much more!

From the water parks and shopping districts to the four major theme parks, all of our tips to make the most of your vacation are in the palm of your hand as you plan and travel!

Don’t hesitate to ask your Magic Maker® for more information about how to use our new mobile itinerary, or to begin planning your next magical Walt Disney World® Resort trip today!

We’re just 7-days away from the 20th Epcot® International Flower & Garden Festival at the Walt Disney World® Resort. This year, there will be some new faces as well as perennial favorites returning to The Designers’ Stage inside the Festival Center.

Taking place each weekend at noon and 3pm, the designers present some expert tips and tricks to those in attendance. Each designer brings their own unique presentation to the show covering a wide range of topics from boosting your curb appeal to bringing Disney-inspiration into your backyard.

This year’s lineup and seminar topcis are:

•  Mar. 8-10 – Chris Lambton from Going Yard presenting “Going Yard for Your Lifestyle”
•  Mar. 15-17 – Chris Grundy from DIY Network’s Cool Tools presenting “Keepin’ It Green with Grundy”
• Mar. 22-24 – Egypt Sherrod from Property Virgins: presenting “Getting the Inside Scoop on HGTV’s Top Home Features for 2013″
• Mar. 29-31 – Brandon Johnson from the popular show My Yard Goes Disney presenting “Bringing More Disney Inspiration and HGTV Design to Your Backyard”
• Apr. 5-7 – Meg Caswell from  Meg’s Great Rooms will present “Discovering Design Tips to Personalize Your Space & Make a Good Room Great”
• Apr. 12-14 – Jason Cameron from DIY Network’s Desperate Landscapes and Man Caves presents “Desperate Landscapes… Where Do We Grow from Here?”
• Apr. 19-21 – Sara Peterson the Editor-in-Chief, HGTV Magazine presents “Boosting Your Curb Appeal! 25 Easy Ideas from Front Doors to Flower Pots”
• April 26-28 – Carter Oosterhouse from Million Dollar Rooms presents “Million Dollar Trends”
• May 3-5 – Casey Noble from Design on a Dime presents “Creating Luxury Hotel Floral Arrangements in Your Home”
• May 10-12 – Dan Faires from HGTV.com DanMade presents “Easy Ideas for Creating a Designer Garden”
• May 17-19 – David Bromstad from HGTV Design Star, ColorSplash, and Design Star All-Stars presents “The Power of Color”

The Epcot® International Flower & Garden Festival runs Mar. 6-May 19, 2013 and is included with regular park admission.

An all new adventure will be debuting soon at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park.

Later this spring, Mickey and Minnie Mouse will start greeting their guests in a brand new location. Adventurers Outpost will serve as a home base for your favorite Disney pals. The indoor location will be a perfect way to beat the mid-summer heat before setting off on your next adventure.

Adventures Outpost is located in the Discovery Island® Area in the former Beastly Bazaar shop. In the Camp Minnie-Mickey section of Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, you can continue to enjoy the amazing Festival of the Lion King show and meet other Disney Characters on the existing Character Trails.