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T-Rex Cafe Roars in Downtown Disney

The Orlando Sentinel posts this report:  (http://blogs.orlandosentinel.com/features_orlando/2008/10/t-rex-cafe-now.html)

Like dinosaurs? You’re definitely going to be interested in T-Rex Cafe, which opened today at Downtown Disney.

Like Rainforest Cafe? Then you’ve hit the daily double. No surprise since Landry’s Restaurants Inc. is behind both Rainforest and T-Rex. You’ll feel the vibe.

T-Rex is divided into distinct areas with their own decor, and diners can request where they’d like to sit. The idea is that it will be a different experience in Fern Forest than in your next trip in the Geo-Tech Room. Other areas are the Ice Cave, the Shark Bar in the Coral Reef Dining Room and the Sequoia Room.

We were told that you can see the meteor shower presentation from each area, but I’d have to guess that it’s best from the main Geo-Tech Room. On the other hand, it seemed louder in there and the Coral Reef, both in the front of the building. I’ll have to test the hypothesis that it’s quieter in the back (and carpeted) Fern Forest and Sequoia Room.

There are moving dinosaurs everywhere — many of them you can touch.

Pixie Hollow Meet and Greet Coming to Walt Disney World

WOFL FOX 35, Orlando reports that soon, kids of all ages will be able to meet the fairies (including Tinkerbell) from the new “Tinkerbell: The Movie” which releases to DVD on October 28.

It’s called “Pixie Hollow”, a meet and greet experience that your littlest one has never experienced before. Tinkerbell and her fairy friends,  complete with pixie dust, will interact with guests at the Magic Kingdom’s “Mickey’s Toontown Fair.

The new area opens on October 24th.  Want to be there when it opens?  Book your Disney Vacation today!

Win Your Disney Dream – We Won Ours!

During The Year of a Million Dreams, guests of the Disney Parks have the opportunity to win one-of-a-kind dreams and experiences.  Winning is simply a matter of being in the right place at the right time.  While the celebration is winding down, you still have a chance of winning throughout the rest of 2008.  Off to Neverland Travel® owners, Chet and Joni McDoniel, recently spent their vacation at the Walt Disney World® Resort, and they were the recepients of a Disney Dream.  Here is their story:

“While waiting in line for Turtle Talk with Crush, we were greated by three Disney Dream Squad members.  They explained to us that we were simply in the right place at the right time, and we were winners of a Dream FastPass.  The Dream FastPass, unlike normal FastPasses, gives you the opportunity to visit each of FastPass attractions, in the park where you won, once during the day you won, at a time of YOUR choosing.  We felt very special to have won a Disney Dream, and while Dream FastPasses do have great time saving value, our 6 month old found a new value in winning…apparently, those Dream FastPasses sure do taste good as you can see in the picture above!”

Want your chance to win a Disney Dream?  You need to get your trip booked with us as soon as possible!  Click here to start planning your Walt Disney World® Vacation.

Disney Parks Announce “What Will You Celebrate?” – Disney Theme for 2009

Birthdays, anniversaries, personal triumphs – there’s so much in life worth celebrating! So starting January 2009, you can celebrate all of life’s milestones at the place where dreams come true.

Guests who visit one of the Theme Parks at the Walt Disney World® Resort in Florida or Disneyland® Resort in California on their birthday in 2009 can get in free.*

What if I’ve booked a package with tickets from Off to Neverland Travel®?
If you purchase a vacation package that includes a multi-day ticket that you use on your birthday, you can choose one of the following birthday treats instead:

  • A birthday fun card in an amount equal to the price of a Walt Disney World Resort 1-Day Magic Your Way Base Ticket** or a Disneyland Resort 1-Day/1-Park Ticket** for you to use on your birthday for merchandise, recreation or fun activities, as applicable, at select participating locations at the Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort; or
  • A special birthday FASTPASS badge*** for certain attractions at the Theme Park they visit on your birthday; or
  • A Walt Disney World Resort 1-Day Magic Your Way Base Ticket* or a Disneyland Resort 1-Day/1-Park Ticket for you to use any time until your next birthday.

So, the question remains…What will you celebrate?  Start planning your vacation, today!

*No cash refunds or credits will be given. Valid ID, including proof of birth date, required at gate or ticket booth. Clients should visit disneybirthdaytreat.com for details and to register their birthday.
**Based on ticket price of Walt Disney World Resort 1-Day Magic Your Way Base Ticket at the gate, excluding tax, or ticket price of Disneyland Resort 1-Day/1-Park Ticket at the Main Entrance ticket booth. Adults receive card in the amount of an Adult ticket, children (3-9) receive card in the amount of a Child ticket. For terms and conditions of the card and details on participating locations and applicable activities and services that may be purchased with the card, visit disneyparks.com/birthdayfuncard.
***The number of birthday FASTPASS badges issued is limited and may not be available after 11 a.m. Valid Theme Park admission required. FASTPASS badge for birthday celebrant and up to 5 members of his/her party.

Disney Vacation Club Announces Bay Lake Towers and Treehouse Villas

According to the Orlando Sentinel, Disney Vacation Club (DVC) has announced two new properties for the Walt Disney World® Resort.  Bay Lake Tower, which is positioned very close to Disney’s Contemporary Resort will allow for a first in Disney Vacation Club history.  DVC members will now have the option of staying within walking distance to the Magic Kingdom® park.  DVC also announced the Treehouse Villas, which will be a rebuild of some older villas near Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa.  The two new properties will give DVC members even more flexibility in terms of choices for their stay.

You don’t have to be a DVC member to book these resorts.  Contact your Personal Magic Maker™ to learn more about the Disney properties.  Your Magic Maker® will guide you through the process and make sure you get the perfect resort for your family.

Disney’s Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure in Epcot

When you visit Epcot® at the Walt Disney World® Resort in the fall of 2008, you will be treated to a brand-new, highly interactive attraction inspired by Disney Channel’s Emmy award-winning animated series, Disney’s Kim Possible.

Using the latest technology, Disney’s Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure invites Guests of all ages to become secret agents, teaming up with members of “Team Possible” to save the world from various comical villains and their mad inventions.

As you embark on this international adventure, they will receive an official “Kimmunicator,” at kiosks throughout Epcot. This interactive, handheld device is designed to help you maneuver through the mission. Using state-of-the-art technology, the interactive device connects you with a variety of Kim Possible characters who provide clues to stop villains from taking over the world. The highly interactive devices also allow you to control top-secret equipment hidden inside World Showcase pavilions, creating an ultra-interactive adventure jam-packed with mystery and excitement.

You can play Disney’s Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure in seven World Showcase pavilions: Mexico, Norway, China, Germany, Japan, France and United Kingdom. Each pavilion features a unique mission including distinctive visual events and a different super villain from the animated series.

The cost to participate in Disney’s Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure is included in your park admission.

Don’t have your trip planned for this fall?  What are you waiting for? Book your Walt Disney World® Vacation today.

Disney Cruise Line Tropical Storm Fay Update – 8/20

Disney Cruise Line

The Disney Cruise Line® continues to monitor Tropical Storm Fay very closely.

Tropical Storm Fay has stalled along the eastern coast of Florida near our homeport of Port Canaveral, and its path is uncertain at this point.

For this reason, Port Canaveral has been closed by the Port Authority and the Aug. 21, 2008 sailing of the Disney Wonder® will set sail on its 3-night itinerary from Port Everglades, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Other than the departure port change, we do not anticipate any additional changes in the upcoming Disney Wonder itinerary. Transportation will be provided for Guests with transfers and those arriving by private vehicle at Port Canaveral. It is important that departing Guests park at our terminal in Port Canaveral as the ship is scheduled to return there on Sunday, Aug. 24, 2008.

The Disney Magic® is currently on a 15-night Panama Canal voyage and is scheduled to return to Port Canaveral on Monday, Sept. 1, 2008.

The safety and security of our Guests and Crew Members are always our top priority, and we monitor the weather very closely. If necessary, our Captains are always prepared to alter the ships’ courses or itineraries to navigate away from inclement weather.

Walt Disney World Resort

The Walt Disney World® Resort safely withstood the wind and rain associated with Tropical Storm Fay. We have returned to normal operations in all areas.

Walt Disney World Tropical Storm Fay Update

Walt Disney World Resort

The Walt Disney World® Resort continues to monitor the progress of Tropical Storm Fay. Recent forecasts indicate that there likely will be rain and wind conditions that may affect operations as early as Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 19, 2008. At this time, the Walt Disney World Resort will be open and operating as usual. Additionally, to ensure our Guests have opportunities to enjoy our Parks and Downtown Disney® Area offerings, we will open early as follows:

  • All four Theme Parks will open at 8:00 a.m. on Aug. 19
  • DisneyQuest® Indoor Interactive Theme Park will open at 9:00 a.m. on Aug. 19
  • AMC Theatres will open at 10:00 a.m. on Aug. 19

We will announce additional changes to our operations if the storm’s direction and intensity make it necessary to do so.

Disney Cruise Line

The Disney Cruise Line® continues to monitor the progress of Tropical Storm Fay. At this time, there are no changes to the operations or itineraries.

The Aug. 21, 2008, sailing of the Disney Wonder® will sail as scheduled from Port Canaveral.

The safety and security of our Guests is always our top priority. If necessary, our Captains are always prepared to alter the ships’ course or itinerary to navigate away from inclement weather.

Walt Disney World Tropical Storm Fay Update – 8/19 – 3:00PM

Currently, the Walt Disney World® Resort is operating as normal. We will continue to monitor Tropical Storm Fay and, if needed, will make appropriate adjustments. However, at this time, based on the weather forecast, we are not anticipating modifications to our operating hours.

We expect to operate as normal on Wednesday, August 20, 2008.

For those currently on property, Walt Disney World® Resort operating information is available on Channel 19 in Disney Resort Guest rooms or on disneyworld.com. In addition, Guests are encouraged to check with their airline to confirm their flight arrangements.

The Disney Cruise Line® continues to monitor the progress of Tropical Storm Fay. At this time, there are no changes to the operations or itineraries. The Aug. 21, 2008, sailing of the Disney Wonder® will sail as scheduled from Port Canaveral.

The safety and security of our Guests is always our top priority. If necessary, our Captains are always prepared to alter the ships’ course or itinerary to navigate away from inclement weather.

Disney Cruise Line

From Disney – 8/19 – 3:00PM EDT –

Walt Disney World Resort

October-December 2008 Walt Disney World Special

This special is no longer applicable, but be sure to out check the Walt Disney World® Resort page for current offers.

A very special time is drawing near at the Walt Disney World® Resort. It’s a time when Disney fantasy combines with seasonal festivities to help create magical holiday memories that will last a lifetime. This year, you won’t want to miss out on all of the holiday fun. When you reserve one of these discounted vacation packages, you won’t!

If you reserve one of these 5-night, 6-day Magic Your Way packages you’ll get accommodations for five nights at a select Disney Value Resort or a select Disney Deluxe Villa Resort and a 6-day Magic Your Way Base Ticket for just –

  • $49* per person, per day for a family of four in a standard room at a select Disney Value Resort (total package price is $1,168)
  • $94* per person, per day for a family of four
    in a studio at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa or Disney’s Old Key West Resort (total package price is $2,236).

These vacation packages are valid for stays most nights Sept. 28 – Nov. 25, Nov. 29 – Dec. 3 and Dec. 13-23, 2008.

What are you waiting for?
Click here to request a no-obligation quote!
The opportunity to experience the holiday magic at the Walt Disney World Resort at rates this great won’t last forever. Hurry up and book by Sept. 24, 2008, before it’s too late! And be sure to ask about packages for other lengths of stay and for other resorts.

*For arrivals from Sept. 28 – Nov. 25, Nov. 29 – Dec. 3 and Dec. 13-23, 2008. Rates are based on two adults, one junior and one child. The number of packages available at these rates is limited. Theme Park tickets are valid for one Theme Park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. No group rates or other discounts apply.

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