Jingle Bell Jingle BAM! Holiday Dessert Party Returns in 2017!

And along with this festive projection and fireworks show comes the return of holiday-themed food and drink. Multiple food stations will offer holiday sweets and snacks such as warm cheese fondue with pretzel bread, warm pumpkin pie, and spiced-bread pudding with vanilla ice cream. A Liquid Nitro Station will feature chocolate mousse with a choice of toppings.  Guests 21-and-over can enjoy beer, wine, and specialty cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages will include hot cocoa.  Party attendees will receive a visit from a special VIP character! And for enhanced show viewing, each guest will receive a pair of 3D HoloSpex® glasses

Save up to 30% with a stay at Aulani

Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa makes it easier to extend the fun of summer into fall. Now-Oct. 24, 2017, you save up to 30% on stays of 5 or more select consecutive nights Aug. 20-Dec. 21, 2017 (excluding Nov. 20-23, 2017). They can even save up to 25% on 4 consecutive night stays.

Booking Window: Now – October 24, 2017
Travel Window: August 20 – December 21, 2017 (excluding November 20-23, 2017)

*Savings based on the non-discounted rate for the same room. The number of rooms allocated for this offer may be limited. Resort credits may not be redeemed for cash in whole or in part, sold separately, transferred or refunded, and expire at 11:59 p.m. on package departure date. Limit two (2) rooms per reservation. Excludes suites and 3- bedroom Grand Villas. Additional charges may apply if more than two (2) adults per room. Cannot be combined with other discounts or promotions. Advance reservations required.

SAVE 20% ON SELECT DISNEY CRUISES THIS FALL FROM NYC

Save 20% off on Disney Cruise Line for Verandah Staterooms with Restrictions on select 4- to 8-night Disney Magic sailings departing New York:

  • 5-Night Halloween on the High Seas Canada and New England Cruise from New York Sept. 27, 2017 - $1,360 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $160 per person not included.
  • 4-Night Halloween on the High Seas Canada Cruise from New York Oct. 2, 2017 - $1,088 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $143 per person not included.
  • 8-Night Halloween on the High Seas Bahamian Cruise from New York with Marvel Day at Sea Oct. 6, 2017 - $1,728 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $177 per person not included.
  • 7-Night Halloween on the High Seas Canada Cruise from New York with Marvel Day at Sea on Oct. 21, 2017 - $1,960 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $174 per person not included.

Important Details:

Full payment is required at the time of booking for all Guests and is non-refundable. Full legal names of all Guests are required at the time of booking and no name changes are allowed. Specific stateroom will be assigned at a later time, based on availability.  Not Combinable with Disney Vacation Club Points. Rate does not include Gratuities or Port Adventures. The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited. This offer cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. Rates are in U.S. dollars. Offer subject to Disney Cruise Line Terms and Conditions.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENTS OUT OF D23!

At D23, Disney Parks and Resorts announced major attraction, major expansion, confirmed nearly every rumor in existence while still managing to throw in a few surprises.  So much new and exciting things coming to Disney over the next few years – contact me today to book a trip!

Here is a list of just some of existing things coming:

·         Immersive Star Wars Hotel coming to Disney World. 

·         Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is the official name for Star Wars Land coming to Hollywood Studios in 2019

·         Toy Story Land in Hollywood Studios is set to open in Summer 2018

·         Tron roller costar announced for Magic Kingdom

·         Big changes to Epcot will include Ratatouille ride, Guardians of the Galaxy ride and Future World overhaul.

·         The Great Movie ride in Hollywood Studios will be closing and become Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway

·         New Disney Skyliner & Minnie vehicles to transform Walt Disney World transportation

·         New stage show coming to Main Street Theater in Disney World

·         New Disney World Riviera Resort hotel announced

·         Immersive new Marvel theme land announced for Disneyland Resort

·         Disney Cruise Line will expand its fleet by 3 by 2022! Also, a new Beauty and the Beast musical coming to the Disney Dream.

·         Disneyland’s Paradise Pier will become Pixar Pier and include a new fireworks show

·         Marvel-themed hotel for Disneyland Paris

Experience Disney by Land and by Sea!

One of the most popular options for guests considering a Disney Cruise Line Vacation is adding a stay at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, either before or after the cruise. With any 3 or 4 night cruise aboard the Disney Dream guests can add park days prior to and/or after their cruise at any one of the 18 Walt Disney World Resort.  The ports of call on the 3 and 4 night cruises are Nassau in the Bahamas and Castaway Cay (Disney's private island).  With this option, you experience the best of both worlds – Disney by land and by sea!

Contact me today for me details!

Disney World Dessert Party

Disney World Dessert Parties are a premium experiences for guests looking for a special way to take part in some of their favorite Disney activities.  Disney currently has a range of Dessert Parties providing guests with an opportunity to enjoy some sweet treats, hot, cold or alcoholic beverages and VIP areas offering memorable views of the evening fireworks displays.

Fireworks Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace – Magic Kingdom – Held at Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant.  The Dessert Party starts 60 minutes before the fireworks display. Guests will be escorted to a seating area at Tomorrowland Terrace. The cost to attend the party is $79 per adult and $47 per child (ages 3-9).  A valid theme park ticket is required to attend. Reservations can be made up to 180 days before your stay.  Payment is required at the time of booking.

Fireworks Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing – Magic Kingdom –This party is essentially the same as the Tomorrowland Terrace Dessert Party with one difference:  Instead of sitting on the patio at Tomorrowland Terrace, guests are escorted to a VIP section located in Plaza Garden for standing-room-only views of the fireworks.  The cost is $59 per adult and $35 per child (ages 3-9). It is recommended that guests booked into this version of the Dessert party arrive 75 minutes before the fireworks.  Valid park admission is again required and advanced reservations are recommended.

Ferrytale Fireworks: A Sparkling Dessert Cruise - Departing nightly from the Ticket and Transportation Center, this evening Fireworks Cruise is perfect for those looking for an extra special evening.  Theme park admission is now required. Cost is $99 for adults and $69 for children ages 3 to 9 (tax and gratuity included; discounts do not apply), and even includes some special take-away surprises. To ensure spectacular viewing for all, capacity is limited per cruise—advance reservations are strongly recommended.

IllumiNations Sparkling Dessert Party – Epcot – This is definitely the Dessert Party with foodies in mind and amazing desserts from around the world.  There’s also a nice selection of beverages including sparkling wines on offer.  The event takes place at a special viewing area located at the entrance to the World Showcase which boasts fantastic views of IllumiNations Reflections of Earth. Guests should note that this event is standing-room only and that check-in is one hour before the IllumiNations Fireworks.  The cost to attend is $49 per adult and $29 per child (ages 3- 9).  Again payment is required at the time of purchase and advance booking is recommended.

Frozen Ever After Dessert Party - Epcot - The celebration begins at World Showcase Plaza East, an exclusive setting for Guests of the Frozen Ever After Dessert Party. Here, you can enjoy sweet treats, specialty beverages and prime seating along World Showcase Lagoon—with clear views of IllumiNations. After IllumiNations, you’ll be escorted to the Norway Pavilion, where Guests of the Frozen Ever After Dessert Party will experience the popular attraction Frozen Ever After—a musical boat-ride adventure through the wintry world of Arendelle.  The party will be held select evenings beginning July 17, 2017. Admission is $79 per adult (ages 10 and up) and $47 per child (ages 3 to 9), including tax and gratuity. Epcit admission is also required.

Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party – Hollywood Studios – Perfect for the Star Wars lovers in your family, this Dessert Party is the ideal way to view A Galactic Spectacular.  Guests check-in at Star Wars Launch Bay and just before the fireworks, clients are led to a VIP viewing area right in front of the Chinese Theater for a central view of the fireworks.  The cost of this event is $69 per adult and $39 per child.   A valid Hollywood Studios theme park ticket is required.  Advanced booking is highly recommended and payment must be made at the time of booking.

Eat to the Beat Concert Series

The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival opens August 31 and runs through November 13 2017. Eat to the Beat performances take place at 5:30pm, 6:45pm and 8:00pm daily, and is included in Epcot admission.

Here is the performer line-up:

  • 8/31 – 9/1 – Delta Rae (“Bottom of the River”)
  • 9/2 – 9/3 – The Hooters (“And We Danced”) NEW
  • 9/4 – 9/5 – Baha Men (“Who Let the Dogs Out”) NEW
  • 9/6 – 9/7 – Fuel (“Shimmer”)
  • 9/8 – 9/20 – STARSHIP starring Mickey Thomas (“We Built This City”)
  • 9/11 – 9/12 – Lauren Alaina (“Road Less Traveled”) NEW
  • 9/13 – 9/15 – Plain White T’s (“Hey There Delilah”)
  • 9/16 – 9/17 – Sister Hazel (“All For You”)
  • 9/18 – 9/20 – Air Supply (“All Out Of Love”)
  • 9/21 – 9/22 – David Cook (“Light On”)
  • 9/25 – 9/27 – Sugar Ray (“Every Morning)
  • 9/28 – 9/29 – .38 Special (“Hold On Loosely”)
  • 9/30 – 10/1 – Mark Wills (“19 Somethin’”)
  • 10/2 – 10/3 – American Authors (“Best Day of My Life”)
  • 10/4 – 10/5 – Christopher Cross (“Sailing”)
  • 10/6 – 10/8 – Devon Allman (“Rugged ad Dirty”) NEW
  • 10/9 – 10/11 – Dennis DeYoung: The music of STYX (“Come Sail Away”)
  • 10/12 – 10/13 – Taylor Dayne (“Tell It To My Heart”)
  • 10/14 – 10/15 – Jeffrey Osborne (“On The Wings of Love”)
  • 10/16 – 10/17 – Postmodern Jukebox (Various Hits) NEW
  • 10/18 – 10/20 – 10,000 Maniacs (“Because the Night”) NEW
  • 10/21 – 10/22 – Toad The Wet Sprocket (“Walk on the Ocean”)
  • 10/23 – 10/24 – Kenny G (“Songbird”) NEW
  • 10/25 – 10/26 – Billy Ocean (“Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car”)
  • 10/27 – 10/29 – Tiffany (“I Think We’re Alone Now”)
  • 11/2 – 11/3 – Blue October (“Into The Ocean”) NEW
  • 11/4 – 11/5 – Living Colour (“Cult of Personality”)
  • 11/6 – 11/8 – Boyz II Men (“End of the Road”)
  • 11/9 – 11/11 – Big Bad Voodoo Daddy (“Go Daddy-O”)
  • 11/12 – 11/13 – Squeeze (“Tempted”) NEW

Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party (MVMCP)

The Magic Kingdom will be transformed into a winter wonderland for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Snow will magically fall on Main Street, Mickey and friends will be garbed in seasonal apparel, and Cinderella Castle will once again shimmer in ice with the indescribable Castle Dream Lights. You won’t want to miss the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party’s special fireworks show Holiday Wishes – Celebrate the Spirit of the Season which is set to your favorite traditional holiday music. The special, enchanting holiday parade, Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade, will take place twice an evening during the party. Guests may also attend live Disney character stage shows at select locations throughout the Magic Kingdom, ride park attractions under the stars, and enjoy free holiday treats at select locations.

Special entertainment includes the dance party, Club Tinsel at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe in Tomorrowland, both with live DJs. A Totally Tomorrowland Christmas, a high energy Christmas bash with Buzz Lightyear, Mike Wazowski, Stitch, dancers and singers, occurs multiple times throughout the night on the Tomorrowland Stage. The Fab Five and other Disney characters appear in their holiday finery in the all new Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration stage show on Castle Forecourt Stage.

* November 8, 9, 12, 14, 16, 17, 26 and 28, 2017 * December 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21 and 22, 2017

MVMCP is a "hard-ticket" event. A "hard-ticket" event means you must buy a separate ticket for admission to the party; you cannot use a day of your regular Magic Your Way ticket to attend MVMCP.

Contact me today to add to your Disney Vacation Package or for more information! jessica@magicalmousetravel.com

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Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP)

Guests trick-or-treat throughout the park, discovering all the ways that the spirits of the season have transformed the park into a happy haunted hallows…that includes seeing many favorite Disney Characters dressed in their very own Halloween costumes.  Guests enjoy special entertainment including a spook-tastic parade and eerie extravaganza of fireworks. Returning Guest favorites include “Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade,” “Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular,” and “Happy HalloWishes” fireworks.

* August 25 and 29, 2017 * September 1, 7, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26 and 29, 2017 * October 1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29 and 31, 2017 * November 1, 2017

MNSSHP is a "hard-ticket" event. A "hard-ticket" event means you must buy a separate ticket for admission to the party; you cannot use a day of your regular Magic Your Way ticket to attend MNSSHP.

Contact me to today to add to your Disney Vacation Package or to learn more!  jessica@magicalmousetravel.com

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NEW to 2018 Disney Dining Plans

Beverages (2018 plan only): 
Guests under 21 years of age can choose one non-alcoholic beverage (including specialty beverages where offered). Guests 21 and older can can choose either one non-alcoholic beverage (including specialty beverages where offered) or one 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 Chocolate
  • Soda, Coffee or Tea

A single-serving alcoholic beverage includes items such as:

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

Most beer, wine and mixed drink beverages included, some exceptions apply. Guests must be age 21 or older and present valid ID to be served alcoholic beverages.

2018 Disney World Rates Coming June 20th!

On June 20, 2017, Disney will release prices for DISNEY WORLD through most of 2018 (no more then 499 days out). I am happy to get you a quote on this day. For your free quote, select 'Get A Quote' from the home page or email me at jessica@magicalmousetravel.com.  As a reminder, Disney only requires a $200 deposit to secure your reservation. The remainder is due 30 days prior to travel.

Price Increase on Memory Maker Photo Packages

Effective today, an advance purchase of Memory Maker will costs $169 (this purchase must be made at least 3 days prior to use), while same-day purchase will now cost $199.  Advance purchase was formerly $149, while same-day was $169.

Memory Maker allows guests to obtain digital downloads of photos and videos taken by Disney PhotoPass Photographers and on-ride cameras at select attractions for their entire vacation.