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Photos: A Look Inside Magic Kingdom® Park’s Enchanted Forest

Guests who visited the Magic Kingdom® Park this past weekend received an extra surprise when they were treated to a “dress rehearsal” for the Enchanted Forest of the New Fantasyland® Area. Guests were able to experience the Under the Sea~Journey of the Little Mermaid Attraction, take part in Enchanted Tales with Belle, and meet and greet everyone’s favorite mermaid inside Ariel’s Grotto. Although Be Our Guest Restaurant wasn’t serving food, guests were permitted to go inside and look around.

While Enchanted Forest remained open all weekend long, it is unclear how often these “Dress Rehearsals” will happen between now and the scheduled soft opening date on Nov. 19. Special previews will be held starting Oct. 20 – Nov. 11 for registered parties of select groups, including Cast Members, Annual Passholders, D23 Members, and DVC Members.

By Off to Neverland Travel|2012-10-15T10:24:06-05:00October 15th, 2012|Categories: Uncategorized|0 Comments

Photos: A Look Inside Magic Kingdom® Park’s Enchanted Forest

Guests who visited the Magic Kingdom® Park this past weekend received an extra surprise when they were treated to a “dress rehearsal” for the Enchanted Forest of the New Fantasyland® Area. Guests were able to experience the Under the Sea~Journey of the Little Mermaid Attraction, take part in Enchanted Tales with Belle, and meet and greet everyone’s favorite mermaid inside Ariel’s Grotto. Although Be Our Guest Restaurant wasn’t serving food, guests were permitted to go inside and look around.

Gaston's Tavern at night: Gaston’s Tavern at night

: Gaston’s Tavern at night

Beast's Castle at night: Beast’s Castle at night

: Beast’s Castle at night

Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid at night: Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid at night

: Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid at night

Fastpasses® for Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid can be obtained by Mickey’s PhilharMagic®: Fastpasses® for Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid can be obtained by Mickey’s PhilharMagic®

: Fastpasses® for Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid can be obtained by Mickey’s PhilharMagic®

Armor: Armor

: Armor

Mural at Be Our Guest Restaurant: Mural at Be Our Guest Restaurant

: Mural at Be Our Guest Restaurant

The Ballroom at Be Our Guest Restaurant: The Ballroom at Be Our Guest Restaurant

: The Ballroom at Be Our Guest Restaurant

Be Our Guest Restaurant: Be Our Guest Restaurant

: Be Our Guest Restaurant

Maurice's Cottage / Enchanted Tales with Belle: Maurice’s Cottage / Enchanted Tales with Belle

: Maurice’s Cottage / Enchanted Tales with Belle

Collectible mug available at Gaston's Taven: Collectible mug available at Gaston’s Taven

: Collectible mug available at Gaston’s Taven

Gaston's Tavern: Gaston’s Tavern

: Gaston’s Tavern

Ariel Meet and Greet inside Ariel's Grotto: Ariel Meet and Greet inside Ariel’s Grotto

: Ariel Meet and Greet inside Ariel’s Grotto

Finale of Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid: Finale of Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid

: Finale of Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid

Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid: Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid

: Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid

Ursula - Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid: Ursula – Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid

: Ursula – Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid

Triton's Palace - Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid: Triton’s Palace – Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid

: Triton’s Palace – Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid

Scuttle - Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid: Scuttle – Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid

: Scuttle – Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid

Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid: Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid

: Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid

Waterfalls: Waterfalls

: Waterfalls

Waterfalls: Waterfalls

: Waterfalls

Exterior of Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid: Exterior of Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid

: Exterior of Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid

While Enchanted Forest remained open all weekend long, it is unclear how often these “Dress Rehearsals” will happen between now and the scheduled soft opening date on Nov. 19. Special previews will be held starting Oct. 20 – Nov. 11 for registered parties of select groups, including Cast Members, Annual Passholders, D23 Members, and DVC Members.

By Off to Neverland Travel|2012-10-15T10:24:06-05:00October 15th, 2012|Categories: Disney News, Walt Disney World News|Tags: Disney World Fantasyland, Enchanted Forest, Enchanted Tales With Belle, Fantasyland Expansion, New Fantasyland|0 Comments

Downtown Disney® AMC® Theatres Offer ‘Sensory Friendly’ Shows

The AMC® Downtown Disney 24 at the Walt Disney World® Resort and the AMC® 12 Theatres at the Disneyland® Resort have begun offering Sensory Friendly Films to guests once per month. These special showings provide families affected by autism an opportunity to enjoy a movie in a safe and accepting environment. Theatres during these special showings will keep the lights up and will turn down the sound. Parents are encouraged to allow their child to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing during the film.

AMC® has proudly partnered with the Autism Society to bring these special matinees to many of their theatres across the country for the families of the estimated 1.5 million Americans living with an autism spectrum disorder to enjoy. Upcoming Sensory Friendly Screenings include Disney’s Wreck-It Ralph on Nov. 10 and Rise of the Guardians on Dec. 8. All shows begin at 10am local time. Dates and films are subject to change.

By Off to Neverland Travel|2012-10-14T13:02:16-05:00October 14th, 2012|Categories: Uncategorized|0 Comments

Downtown Disney® AMC® Theatres Offer ‘Sensory Friendly’ Shows

The AMC® Downtown Disney 24 at the Walt Disney World® Resort and the AMC® 12 Theatres at the Disneyland® Resort have begun offering Sensory Friendly Films to guests once per month. These special showings provide families affected by autism an opportunity to enjoy a movie in a safe and accepting environment. Theatres during these special showings will keep the lights up and will turn down the sound. Parents are encouraged to allow their child to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing during the film.

AMC® has proudly partnered with the Autism Society to bring these special matinees to many of their theatres across the country for the families of the estimated 1.5 million Americans living with an autism spectrum disorder to enjoy. Upcoming Sensory Friendly Screenings include Disney’s Wreck-It Ralph on Nov. 10 and Rise of the Guardians on Dec. 8. All shows begin at 10am local time. Dates and films are subject to change.

By Off to Neverland Travel|2012-10-14T13:02:16-05:00October 14th, 2012|Categories: Disney News, Disneyland News, Walt Disney World News|Tags: AMC Sensory Friendly Films, Autism Disney World, Autism movies, Sensory Friendly Films|0 Comments

‘Tea Party’ Meets ‘Pool Party’ at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

For years, guests of the Walt Disney World® Resort have enjoyed interacting with Alice in Wonderland and The Mad Hatter at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa during Supercalifragilistic Breakfast and the Wonderland Tea Party at 1900 Park Fare Restaurant. Now, that Alice in Wonderland fun is expanding, and is sure to get guests a “little” wet!

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has just opened a new Alice in Wonderland themed water play area. This “tea party” turned “pool party” has many fun features, including overflowing teapots and teacups, the Mad Hatter’s hat that unexpectedly dumps on those below, water slides, sprinklers, and water spouts.

Enjoy these photos of this new themed area available exclusively to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa guests.

By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:22:17-05:00October 12th, 2012|Categories: Disney News|0 Comments

‘Tea Party’ Meets ‘Pool Party’ at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

For years, guests of the Walt Disney World® Resort have enjoyed interacting with Alice in Wonderland and The Mad Hatter at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa during Supercalifragilistic Breakfast and the Wonderland Tea Party at 1900 Park Fare Restaurant. Now, that Alice in Wonderland fun is expanding, and is sure to get guests a “little” wet!

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has just opened a new Alice in Wonderland themed water play area. This “tea party” turned “pool party” has many fun features, including overflowing teapots and teacups, the Mad Hatter’s hat that unexpectedly dumps on those below, water slides, sprinklers, and water spouts.

Enjoy these photos of this new themed area available exclusively to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa guests.

'Alice in Wonderland' themed water play area at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

'Alice in Wonderland' themed water play area at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

'Alice in Wonderland' themed water play area at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

'Alice in Wonderland' themed water play area at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

'Alice in Wonderland' themed water play area at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

'Alice in Wonderland' themed water play area at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:22:17-05:00October 12th, 2012|Categories: Disney News, Walt Disney World News|Tags: Alice in Wonderland Splash park, Alice in Wonderland Water Play area, Grand Floridian, water playground|0 Comments

‘Wreck-It Ralph’ Coming to Disney Parks Next Month

A brand new Character Meet and Greet experience is in the works for Disney’s Hollywood Studios® and Disneyland® Park.

Wreck-It Ralph and Vanellope Von Schweetz, two main characters from Disney’s upcoming animated movie, Wreck-It Ralph, will greet guests daily starting in November. At Disney’s Hollywood Studios®, the duo will be waiting for guests at “Sugar Rush” inside The Magic of Disney Animation. At Disneyland® Park, they will be located inside the Tomorrowland Starcade.

Disney’s Wreck-It Ralph premiers in theaters nationwide on November 2.

By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:22:17-05:00October 11th, 2012|Categories: Disney News|0 Comments

‘Wreck-It Ralph’ Coming to Disney Parks Next Month

A brand new Character Meet and Greet experience is in the works for Disney’s Hollywood Studios® and Disneyland® Park.

Wreck-It Ralph and Vanellope Von Schweetz, two main characters from Disney’s upcoming animated movie, Wreck-It Ralph, will greet guests daily starting in November. At Disney’s Hollywood Studios®, the duo will be waiting for guests at “Sugar Rush” inside The Magic of Disney Animation. At Disneyland® Park, they will be located inside the Tomorrowland Starcade.

Disney’s Wreck-It Ralph premiers in theaters nationwide on November 2.

By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:22:17-05:00October 11th, 2012|Categories: Disney News, Disneyland News, Walt Disney World News|Tags: Character Meet and Greet, Meet and Greet, Wreck-It Ralph|0 Comments

Two Ways to Save Jan. – Mar. 2013 at Walt Disney World® Resort

This offer has expired. Please click here to view all current Walt Disney World® Resort specials.

Great things have happened at the Walt Disney World® Resort in 2012. The Magic Kingdom® Park held a Grand Opening of the largest part of their New Fantasyland® Area, Enchanted Forest. Here guests enjoy new attractions and experiences including Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid, Enchanted Tales with Belle, Ariel’s Grotto, and the new Be Our Guest Restaurant. Epcot’s® popular attraction, Test Track®, reopened after a nearly eight-month refurbishment with an all new reimaged and interactive experience. We also can’t forget about just a few of the things that have already opened to guests – Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, the Storybook Circus area of the Magic Kingdom® Park, and new character meet and greet opportunities.

Whether you have never been to the Walt Disney World® Resort before or have visited countless times, 2013 will be a great time to plan a trip to experience these new offerings. And for a limited time, you can save with one of these two offers! No need to get out your calculator – our Magic Makers® will do the math and see which one of these promotions will save you the most!

Stay, Play, Dine and Save

Save with the purchase of a 3-night/4-day or longer Walt Disney World^® Magic Your Way® room, ticket, and dining package for stays most nights 1/2/13 – 3/7/13 at select Walt Disney World^® Resort hotels. Enjoy the Quick Service Dining Plan with a stay in a Value Resort or the Plus Dining Plan on a stay in Moderate, Deluxe, or Deluxe Villa Resorts.

As an extra benefit, your children will receive a character call from a special Disney character —Ariel, Beast or Sebastian!

Booking Dates:

Now – Dec. 31, 2012

Number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Savings based on non-discount price for the same package. Tickets must be used within 14 days of first use. No group or other discounts apply. Offers can not be combined or transferred. Advanced reservations required. To qualify for the promotion, a minimum of a 3-night stay with a 2-day Magic Your Way® Base Ticket is required. Offer excludes campsites, 3-bedroom villas, and The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. This promotion is subject to change without notice.

Jan. – Mar. Room Discount

Save up to 35% at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotels when you book by Dec. 31, 2012 for stays most nights Jan. 2 – Jan. 17, 2013 and Jan. 21 – Mar. 7, 2013

Save up to 35% at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resort, Disney’s Boardwalk Inn, Disney’s Polynesian Resort, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Standard View, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, Disney’s Old Key West Resort, Disney’s Boardwalk Villas, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Jambo House & Kidani Village, Bay Lake Towers at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and Disney’s Beach Club Villas
Save up to 30% at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Cabins
Save up to 25% at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, and The Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Save up to 15% at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – Family Suites

Booking Dates:

Now – Dec. 31, 2012

Number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Savings based on non-discount price for the same room. No group rates or other discounts apply. Advance reservations required. Additional per-adult charges may apply if more than two adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate and Deluxe Resorts. Excludes 3-bedroom villas and is not valid at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – The Little Mermaid standard rooms.

By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:22:17-05:00October 10th, 2012|Categories: Disney News|1 Comment

Two Ways to Save Jan. – Mar. 2013 at Walt Disney World® Resort

This offer has expired. Please click here to view all current Walt Disney World® Resort specials.

Great things have happened at the Walt Disney World® Resort in 2012. The Magic Kingdom® Park held a Grand Opening of the largest part of their New Fantasyland® Area, Enchanted Forest. Here guests enjoy new attractions and experiences including Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid, Enchanted Tales with Belle, Ariel’s Grotto, and the new Be Our Guest Restaurant. Epcot’s® popular attraction, Test Track®, reopened after a nearly eight-month refurbishment with an all new reimaged and interactive experience. We also can’t forget about just a few of the things that have already opened to guests – Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, the Storybook Circus area of the Magic Kingdom® Park, and new character meet and greet opportunities.

Whether you have never been to the Walt Disney World® Resort before or have visited countless times, 2013 will be a great time to plan a trip to experience these new offerings. And for a limited time, you can save with one of these two offers! No need to get out your calculator – our Magic Makers® will do the math and see which one of these promotions will save you the most!

Stay, Play, Dine and Save

Save with the purchase of a 3-night/4-day or longer Walt Disney World^® Magic Your Way® room, ticket, and dining package for stays most nights 1/2/13 – 3/7/13 at select Walt Disney World^® Resort hotels. Enjoy the Quick Service Dining Plan with a stay in a Value Resort or the Plus Dining Plan on a stay in Moderate, Deluxe, or Deluxe Villa Resorts.

As an extra benefit, your children will receive a character call from a special Disney character —Ariel, Beast or Sebastian!

Booking Dates:

Now – Dec. 31, 2012

Number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Savings based on non-discount price for the same package. Tickets must be used within 14 days of first use. No group or other discounts apply. Offers can not be combined or transferred. Advanced reservations required. To qualify for the promotion, a minimum of a 3-night stay with a 2-day Magic Your Way® Base Ticket is required. Offer excludes campsites, 3-bedroom villas, and The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. This promotion is subject to change without notice.

Jan. – Mar. Room Discount

Save up to 35% at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotels when you book by Dec. 31, 2012 for stays most nights Jan. 2 – Jan. 17, 2013 and Jan. 21 – Mar. 7, 2013

Save up to 35% at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resort, Disney’s Boardwalk Inn, Disney’s Polynesian Resort, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Standard View, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, Disney’s Old Key West Resort, Disney’s Boardwalk Villas, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Jambo House & Kidani Village, Bay Lake Towers at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and Disney’s Beach Club Villas
Save up to 30% at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Cabins
Save up to 25% at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, and The Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Save up to 15% at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – Family Suites

Booking Dates:

Now – Dec. 31, 2012

Number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Savings based on non-discount price for the same room. No group rates or other discounts apply. Advance reservations required. Additional per-adult charges may apply if more than two adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate and Deluxe Resorts. Excludes 3-bedroom villas and is not valid at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – The Little Mermaid standard rooms.

By Off to Neverland Travel|2017-06-27T10:22:17-05:00October 10th, 2012|Categories: Disney News, Expired Specials, Walt Disney World News|Tags: 2013 Discounts, Disney Discounts, Disney World Discounts, Disney World Specials, Disney World Winter 2013 Specials, Room Only Specials, Walt Disney World Discount, Walt Disney World Special, Walt Disney World Specials|1 Comment