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2019 ‘Garden Rocks’ Concert Series Lineup Announced

Live music will once take center stage when the Epcotยฎ International Flower & Garden Festival returns this spring!

The Garden Rocks™ Concert Series invites a broad range of decades and popular artists to the 26th annual Epcotยฎ International Flower & Garden Festival, which takes place Mar. 6 – Jun. 3, 2019.

Happening each day of the Festival, the Garden Rocks™ Concert Series welcomes several new-to-the-festival acts and some fan favorites from past years. This year’s lineup includes:

  • Mar. 6-9 – TBA
  • Mar. 9-10 – Glass Tiger
  • Mar. 11-16 – TBA
  • Mar. 17-20 – Simple Plan
  • Mar. 21-27 – TBA
  • Mar. 28-29 – Berlin featuring Terri Nunn
  • Mar. 30-31 – The Smithereens NEW
  • Apr. 3-4 –ย  Christopher Cross NEW
  • Apr. 5-7 –ย  The Spinners
  • Apr. 8-11 – TBA
  • Apr. 12-13 – Sister Sledge NEW
  • Apr. 14-16 – TBA
  • Apr. 17-19 – Sister Hazel NEW
  • Apr. 20-21 – Steven Curtis Chapmanย NEW
  • Apr. 22-23 – TobyMac NEW
  • Apr. 24-26 – Lonestar
  • Apr. 27-30 – The Orchestra starring former members of ELO
  • May 1-4 – Hermanโ€™s Hermits starring Peter Noone
  • May 5-7 – Don Felder, Formerly of the Eagles
  • May 8-19 – TBA
  • May 20-21 – Colin Hay of Men at Workย NEW
  • May 22-31 – TBA
  • Jun. 1-3 – TBA

Performances take place inside the America Gardens Theatre at 5:30p, 6:45p and 8:00p. Shows are included with Epcotยฎ admission and are subject to change without notice.

Guaranteed concert seating is available by reserving a Garden Rocks Dining Package and enjoying breakfast, lunch or dinner at select Epcotยฎ restaurants.

Contact your Magic Makerยฎ today to find out how you can experienceย Epcotยฎย International Flower & Garden Festival!

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Atlanta Braves 2019 Spring Training

Take me out to the ball game!

In 2019, the Atlanta Braves will start their final Spring Training at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort. Taking place inside Champion Stadium, this year’s lineup includes several marquee Major League Baseball teams including including the 2017 World Champion Houston Astros, New York Yankees and Washington Nationals!

Each Braves spring training game has unique Disney touches from in-game entertainment to Disney character appearances. After every game, kids are invited onto the field for the running the bases!

Here’s a rundown of the 2019 schedule:

    • Mon., Feb. 25 – vs. Washington Nationals @ 1:05p
    • Tue., Feb. 26 – vs. New York Mets @ 1:05p
    • Thu., Feb. 28 – vs. Detroit Tigers @ 1:05p
    • Fri., Mar. 1ย – vs. Toronto Blue Jays @ 1:05p
    • Sun., Mar. 3ย – vs. Miami Marlins @ 1:05p
    • Mon. Mar. 4ย – vs. Houston Astros @ 1:05p
    • Wed., Mar. 6ย – vs. Detroit Tigers @ 1:05p
    • Fri., Mar. 8ย – vs. Philadelphia Phillies @ 6:05p
    • Mon., Mar. 11ย – vs. Pittsburgh Pirates @ 1:05p
    • Tue., Mar. 12ย – vs. St. Louis Cardinals @ 1:05p
    • Fri., Mar. 15ย – vs. Miami Marlins @ 1:05p
    • Sun., Mar. 17ย – vs. Houston Astros @ 1:05p
    • Mon., Mar. 18ย – vs. New York Yankees @ 6:05p
    • Tue., Mar. 19ย – vs. Washington Nationals @ 1:05p
    • Fri., Mar. 22ย – vs. Detroit Tigers @ 6:05p
    • Sat., Mar. 23ย – vs. New York Mets @ 1:05p

Schedule subject to change

Ticket go on sale Nov. 19, 2018 and start at just $15 per person, so enjoy a day at the ballpark! Contact your Magic Makerยฎ for more details.

New and Limited-Time Magic Coming in Early 2019 at Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort

In Early 2019, Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resortย  will offer you more to see, do, taste, and experience than ever before! With new and limited-time shows, parties, character experiences and more being added across all four parks, now, more than ever, is the time to plan a trip to “The Most Magical Place on Earth!”

So what’s in store for Early 2019? Here’s just a sampling:

Magic Kingdomยฎ Park

  • Mickey & Minnieโ€™s Surprise Celebration – celebrating 90 years of the true originals, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse! Highlights include:
    • A reimagined โ€œMove It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Partyโ€ (Jan. 18 โ€“ ongoing)
    • New songs for entertainers on Main Street, U.S.A.ยฎ (Jan. 18 โ€“ Sept. 30)
    • Limited-time magical moments across the park (Jan. 18 โ€“ Sept. 30)
    • Specialty merchandise and food & beverage offerings

Epcotยฎ

  • Two of our client’s favorite festivals at Epcotยฎ are returning for Spring of 2019!
    • The Epcotยฎ International Festival of the Arts willย expanded their “Disney on Broadway Concert Series” to seven days a week! (Jan. 18 โ€“ Feb. 25)
    • The Garden Rocks Concert Series atย Epcotยฎ International Flower & Garden Festival will also beย expanded to seven days a week! (March 6 โ€“ June 3)
  • In the second half of 2019, we’ll bid a fond farewell to IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth as the park prepares for anย all-new nighttime spectacular. (No Dates Announced)

Disney’s Hollywood Studiosยฎ

  • Party with Pixar Pals and More as Disneyโ€™s Hollywood Studios Marks 30 Years
    • Celebrate the Incredibles at Pixar Place –ย Pixar Place will be transformed into a Metroville city block where you can meet super suit designer Edna Mode, search for Jack-Jack, and celebrate the heroic deeds of Mr. Incredible, Mrs. Incredible and Frozone during a special party! (Jan. 18 โ€“ Sept. 30)
    • You’ll have a chance to Meet Mike and Sulley from Pixarโ€™s Monsters, Inc. atย Walt Disney Presents (Jan. 18 โ€“ ongoing)
    • Lightning McQueenโ€™s Racing Academyย will open as a new show experience giving the generation of rookie racers an opportunity to learn from Lightningโ€™s years of experience on the track. (spring 2019 โ€“ ongoing)

Disneyโ€™s Animal Kingdomยฎ Theme Park

  • Celebrate 25 Years of โ€˜The Lion Kingโ€™
    • โ€œHakuna Matata Time Dance Partyโ€ – Party with Timon and Rafiki with music, dancing and games inspired by “The Lion King.” (Jan. 18 โ€“ Sept. 30)
    • โ€œThe Lion Kingโ€ three-dimensional photo opportunities re-creating iconic moments from the movie. (Jan. 18 โ€“ Sept. 30)

And if you’ve not visited recently, you’ll enjoy two lands that have debuted over the past two years – Toy Story Land at Disneyโ€™s Hollywood Studiosยฎ and Pandora โ€“ The World of Avatar at Disneyโ€™s Animal Kingdomยฎ.

Contact your Magic Makerยฎ today to start planning!

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By |2018-09-20T16:47:44-05:00September 20th, 2018|Categories: Disney News, Walt Disney World News|0 Comments

Get Away with Adventures by Disneyยฎ Short Escape Vacations

Adventures by Disneyยฎ has announced an expanded line-up of their Short Escape vacations for 2019!

Short Escapes are two- to four-night adventures taking place in some of the World’s most iconic destinations. During these Short Escapes, you’ll enjoy an itinerary full of visits to must-see attractions and hidden gems, all executed with the help of two knowledgeable Disney-trained Adventure Guides.

Brand-new itineraries added to the portfolio for 2019 include Boston, London and Vancouver, Canada. Here’s a few highlights for the new offerings:

  • Best of Boston โ€“ Past and Present (select dates May – Oct. 2019)
    • Four-day, three-night itinerary
    • Privately guided tour along the Freedom Trail
    • Private, after-hours tour of the Old North Church
    • Special after-hours visit to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
    • Rowing along the Charles River
    • Private sightseeing bike tour
    • Exploring the grounds of Harvard Yard
    • Private New England clambake on Thompson Island
  • Bucket List Getaway in London (select dates Jul. – Sep. 2019)
    • Three-day, two-night itinerary
    • Once-in-a-lifetime, private viewing of the royal Crown Jewels led by the Tower of Londonโ€™s Jewel House Warden
    • Private, high-speed thrill ride in a boat along the River Thames
    • Privately guided tour of Westminster Abbey
    • Witness the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace and an unforgettable dinner show.
  • City Highlights and Outdoor Recreation in Vancouver (select dates May – Sep. 2019)
    • Three-day, two-night itinerary
    • Grouse Mountain – ziplining excursion after a scenic gondola ride to the mountain peak
    • Privately guided tour at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
    • Morning bike ride through Stanley Park
    • Junior Adventurers scavenger hunt expedition
    • โ€œFoodieโ€ walking tour of Granville Islandโ€™s famous Public Market
    • Early access to Grouse Mountainโ€™s resident grizzly bear habitat

 

These three new adventures join the already existing portfolio of Short Escapes offered by Adventures by Disneyยฎ. Those other itineraries offered include:ย New York City, San Francisco, Southern California, Wyoming, Barcelona and Rome. Adventures by Disney also offers more than 50 global vacations with longer itineraries. CLICK HERE to explore all of their offerings.
 
 

Like all Adventures by Disneyยฎ vacations, Short Escape packages include all accommodations, tickets and admissions, transportation within the destination, luggage handling, snacks and most meals, and the services of two dedicated Adventure Guides.

Contact your Magic Makerยฎ for more details!

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Subject to availability, guests who book an Adventures by Disney New York, San Francisco or Boston Short Escape by Nov. 16, 2018 with travel start dates between Jan. 1, 2019 and Dec. 10, 2019, inclusive, will receive one (1) free pre-stay hotel room night immediately preceding the Short Escape in one standard hotel room at a hotel of Adventures by Disneyโ€™s selection per reservation booked. A limited number of free pre-stay hotel room nights are available on each applicable departure date. Any courtesy hold, without payment of the standard trip deposit, will not guarantee availability of the free pre-stay hotel room night for selected departure date. Free pre-stay hotel room night offer terminates on the earlier of November 16, 2018 and when the limited spaces on the applicable departure date have been booked. Hotel incidental charges are not included. Free pre-stay hotel room night must be used in conjunction with travel on the purchased eligible Short Escape. If the Short Escape is cancelled for any reason, the hotel room night will be cancelled without any further obligation of Adventures by Disney to guests. Lead guest of the booking party must travel on the Short Escape booked. Offer is not transferable or redeemable for cash in whole or in part and cannot be sold or transferred for commercial use. Cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts or promotions. Offer is subject to change without notice. Bookings subject to restrictions and Adventures by Disneyโ€™s standard terms and conditions. Void where prohibited.

Get Ready To ‘Adventure’ With Us

Who doesn’t love an adventure?!

Join Off to Neverland Travelยฎ and Adventures by Disneyยฎ as they adventure together in Germany! Two of our Magic Makersยฎ , Tara Radulski and Karen Godeau, will be sharing their experiences throughout this fabulous 9 day / 8 night tour right here with you! Just keep checking back right here on this page as they update their experiences with us below as time permits.

In addition to this Germany itinerary, Adventures by Disneyยฎ offers group guided vacation experiences to destinations on six continents. These hassle-free family vacations provide extraordinary and customized experiences coupled with the exceptional service guests have come to expect from Disney Destinations. It’s this attention to every detail that has earned Adventures by Disneyยฎ recognition by numerous travel organizations for its excellence in family tourism.ย CLICK HERE for more information on the current offerings.

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‘Festival of the Lion King Dining Packages’ Coming to Disneyโ€™s Animal Kingdomยฎ

A new dining experience is coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdomยฎ Theme Park pairing favorite experiences with the park’s most popular restaurant!

With two different options to choose from,ย both all-new Festival of the Lion King Signature Dining Packages include a delicious meal at Tiffins Restaurant followed by special VIP seating at one of the most popular shows at Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort.

Tier 1

  • Delectable three-course prix fixe lunch or dinner with a seasonally-inspired prix fix menu at Tiffins Restaurant (one appetizer, one entrรฉe, one dessert, and your choice of wine, beer, or a non-alcoholic beverage)
  • Priority reserved VIP seating at Festival of the Lion King
  • Commemorative Festival of the Lion King cast photo
  • Unique Kilimanjaro Safariยฎ tour escorted by a special guide

Price:ย $99 per adult | $49 per children ages 3-9
(tax and gratuities not included)

Tier 2

  • Delectable three-course lunch or dinner with a seasonally-inspired prix fix menu at Tiffins Restaurant (one appetizer, one entrรฉe, one dessert, and your choice of wine, beer, or a non-alcoholic beverage)
  • Priority reserved VIP seating at Festival of the Lion King
  • Commemorative Festival of the Lion King cast photo

 

Price:ย $74 per adult | $29 per children ages 3-9
(tax and gratuities not included)


The Festival of the Lion King Signature Dining Packages will run daily Aug. 13 – Nov. 21, 2018. As with all table service offerings, space is limited so contact your Magic Makerยฎ today for more details!

All menu items, pricing, and event experiences are subject to change or cancellation without notice.

The Magic of the Holidays at Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort

There are very few who can ‘deck the halls’ like Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort does! Bringing together the traditions, excitement and yuletide fun of the holidays, Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort creates quite the backdrop to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year!

Here’s a look at what’s to come this holiday season!

Magic Kingdomยฎ Park

One of the grandest ways to dive into the magic of the season is to experience Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Not only will you get to experience a magical snowfall on Main Street, U.S.A.ยฎ and enjoy complimentary cookies and hot cocoa; you will enjoyย live holiday entertainment like no other! From Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade and Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Spirit of the Season fireworks spectacular toย Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration stage show, you will be rocking around the Christmas tree all through the night!

Fans of Frozen will also be excited to know that Magic Kingdomยฎ Park has allowed Elsa, Anna, Kristoff and Olaf to bring a little magic toย the parkย with A Frozen Holiday Wishย where they turn Cinderella Castle into a glimmering ice Palace!

Epcotยฎ

If you enjoy the rich traditions of Christmas then you do not want to miss visiting Epcotยฎ whereย Epcotยฎ International Festival of the Holidaysย returns from November 18 to December 30, 2018. Throughout World Showcase, costumed performers will share the holiday heritage of the nations represented. If you ever wanted to experience Christmas around the world, here is your chance! Holiday kitchens will offer seasonal food & beverage from around the globe.

Don’t miss the fun ofย Chip & Daleโ€™s Christmas Tree Spree, a scavenger hunt throughout World Showcase that ends with a special prize. Maps will be sold at select merchandise locations.

To keep in tune with the true meaning of the season, Epcotยฎ is also home to Joyful! A Gospel Celebration of the Season and the amazing Candlelight Processional where the biblical account of Jesus’ birth is retold by a celebrity narrator accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra and mass choir.

Disney’s Hollywood Studiosยฎ

A flurry of fun will take place atย Disney’s Hollywood Studiosยฎ this holiday. Sunset Seasons Greetings! returns to turn he park’s Sunset Boulevardย into an enchanted winter wonderland from November 8 – January 6, 2019. As the sun sets, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™ attraction magically transforms to tell several different holiday character stories with new laser effects and “snow.” And the park’s newest land will get into the holiday spirit as well, with Toy Story Land featuring season fun and new holiday songs for Alien Swirling Saucers.

Inside the Once Upon a Time shop,ย  Santa will be greeting guests daily from November 10 to December 24 when Santa Goofy takes over starting December 25.

Also,ย Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! returns for 2018 providing a Santa-sized nighttime spectacular to guests. The show will run nightly from November 8 – January 6, 2019.

Disney Springs™, Resort Hotels and more…

Even the Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort hotels join in with the holiday magic, bringing larger than life gingerbread creations and decorations to select resort hotels. And with the chance to meet Santa Claus, feast on festive flavors, explore the Christmas Tree Trail, and enjoy seasonal shopping, there’s no doubt thatย Disney Springs™ is the place to be this holiday season!

The best news is, there is still time to experience the beauty of the season at Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort! Contact your Magic Makerยฎ today to start planning your last-minute celebration!

โ€œJingle Bell, Jingle BAM!โ€ Returning to Disneyโ€™s Hollywood Studiosยฎ

A favorite holiday nighttime spectacular is returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studiosยฎ!

Led by Wayne and Lanny from ABC/Walt Disney Animation Studiosโ€™ animated special โ€œPrep & Landing,โ€ Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! features state-of-the-art projections, special effects and fireworks on and around the Chinese Theater.

The show will take place Nov. 8 – Jan. 6, 2019!

No details have been announced regarding if the Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Holiday Dessert Party will return this year or not.

The ‘Ultimate Disney Fall into Magic Package’ Now Available

The Walt Disney Travel Company has announced an ‘Ultimate Disney Fall into Magic Package’ that will help your family kick off fall with a list of amazing experiences! With several special and exclusive inclusions, this package won’t last long!

Here are the details:

Ultimate Disney Fall into Magic Package

Special Package Inclusions:

  • Exclusive “Welcome to Fall” dinner at Epcotยฎ inspired by the Epcotยฎ International Food & Wine Festival (9/4)
  • Nighttime Kilimanjaro Safarisยฎ tour followed by an exclusive showing of Rivers of Light at Disney’s Animal Kingdomยฎ theme park after park closing (9/5)
  • Two hours of exclusive evening access to Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studiosยฎ (9/6)
  • Tickets to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdomยฎ park (9/7)

Walt Disney Travel Company Package Details:

  • 5-night stay at a Disney Moderate, Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Resort
  • 4-day Magic Your Wayยฎ tickets with Park Hopperยฎ option

Travel Dates: Sep. 3-8, 2018
Booking Dates: Now – Aug. 19, 2018

Availability for this special package is extremely limited, so contact your Magic Makerยฎ right away!

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The number of packages available for purchase is limited. Everyone in the same room must be on the same package. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Advance reservations required. Valid theme park admission required to attend theme park events included with this offer. Theme park tickets must be used within 14 days of first use. First use must be by December 31, 2019. Offer excludes 3-bedroom Grand Villas.

2019 Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort Vacation Packages Now Available

The wait is nowย over!ย Off to Neverland Travelยฎย is now booking 2019 vacation packages for Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort!

On June 19th, 2018, The Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort opened bookings for 2019 vacation packages for arrivals January 1st throughย December 31st, 2019. However, because system limitations prevent us from booking stays where the last date of your vacation would be more than 499 days in the future, visits for November and December 2019 won’t be available until later this summer.

Introduced in 2018 and continuing for 2019, Magic Your Wayย Vacation Packagesย that include a Disney Dining Plan will offer several beverage options during meals*. Guests under 21 can choose (1) non-alcoholic beverage (including specialty beverages where offered). Guests over 21 can choose either one (1) single serving non-alcoholic beverage (including specialty beverages where offered) or one (1) single serving mixed cocktail, beer, or wine (where offered) within their meal entitlement.

A single serving non-alcoholic beverage includes items such as:

  • Artisanal Milkshakes
  • Fresh Smoothies
  • Premium Hot chocolates
  • Soda, Coffee, or Tea
A single serving alcoholic beverage includes items such as:

  • Beer or Cider
  • Wine or Sangria
  • Mixed Drinks and Specialty Cocktails

Also, when you book your 2019 Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort Vacation Package throughย the Walt Disney Travel Company andย Off to Neverland Travelยฎ, your package comes with several Magical Extras to help make your stay extra special**. Here’s a look at the Magical Extras offered for all 2019 packages:


Contact your Magic Makerยฎ today to start planning your 2019 Walt Disney Worldยฎ Resort Vacation!

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*Most beer, wine and mixed drink beverages included, some exceptions apply. Guests must be age 21 and over and present valid ID to be served one (1) alcoholic beverage. Alcoholic beverages may only be redeemed with a quick-service or table-service meal entitlement.
**Benefits are valid for arrivals January 1, 2019 – December 31, 2019. To receive any of the benefits listed, the Magical Extras Savings Card must be presented at time of purchase or a voucher must be presented to the host or hostess at participating locations. Benefits can only be used during your Walt Disney Travel Company package stay and are nontransferable and void if sold. All benefits, services and locations are subject to change without notice. Other restrictions and exclusions may apply. All offers are not valid with any other offer, discount or promotion. Valid for the number of Guests in the package. All dining discounts exclude applicable tax and gratuities. May not be redeemed for cash in whole or in part. Other restrictions may apply.

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