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For a quick overview of the Disneyland parks and resorts in California, check out this e-brochure.
It will be kept up to date on this site, so you can always return to this link for the latest information. Just bookmark the link. Don’t download it.
Disney+ subscribers can save up to 25% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for most nights from July 8 through September 30, 2022.
You must provide your Disney+ account email for verification and it only applies to certain rooms at the Disney World Resort in Orlando for stays between these dates. Rooms are limited, so book quickly if you want to take advantage of this offer
For more details on this offer, check out the Disney Offers page:
Feel free to contact me if you would like me to help with your trip.
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will be opening in EPCOT at Disney World on May 27, 2022!
Take off on an intergalactic chase through space and time with the Guardians of the Galaxy. This family-thrill attraction features the first ever reverse-launch on a Disney coaster and is one of the longest enclosed coasters in the world. It also rotates 360 degrees so you can focus on the action!
Begin your adventure by touring the Galaxarium—a planetarium-like exhibition showcasing the similarities and differences between Xandar and Earth’s galaxies. You’ll even get to discover some of the incredible wonders of Xandar and learn about their technology.
Just as you are about to reach the culmination of the tour, everything goes sideways, and you are called into action to help the Guardians of the Galaxy. Join Rocket, Groot, Gamora, and Star-Lord on an urgent mission where you’ll rewind, rotate and head towards the action through an exciting space pursuit.
Ready for an awesome quest across the cosmos to save the galaxy? It’s all up to you!
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Exciting news! Disney Cruise Line announced that some features are going to return back to normal soon. No specific dates when each item will start, but I think they’ll just slowly roll them in the coming weeks.
Social distancing will no longer be required, buffets will again be self-served, port adventures will return to their prior formats, and masks will continue to be optional indoors.
The biggest news is that character interactions will also return to normal! You’ll be able to get up close photos, hug them, and get their autographs!
Unfortunately, no word on when the full deck parties will return though. Vaccination requirements and testing remain the same for now too. Hopefully, cases will continue to decline and everything everywhere returns back to normal soon.
As always, read the requirements carefully before you book your cruise.
DCL has extended the final payment deadline for select Disney Magic European cruises until 30 days prior to sailing for guests booked in unrestricted stateroom categories. Sounds like they are still working out some requirements with some ports. Due to this, they’re also relaxing the cruise cancellation fee schedule for the affected Disney Magic sailings between June 4 – June 27, 2022. If you have a booking on one of these European cruises, you should’ve gotten an email with more details.
Also, here’s a happy sight. The Wish is on the move! She has left the German shipyard where she was built and sailed to another area to finish the interior and such. Many more details about the various ship features were released recently on the DCL site as well. Exciting progress!
H2O Glow After Hours is back in Orlando! This is a separate ticketed event at Disney World’s Typhoon Lagoon water park where it will stay open 3 extra hours for a fun-filled glow party. Enjoy the rides with less crowds, specialty lighting, and a groovy DJ. Tickets are on sale now!
This party will be held on Saturday nights from May 28 – Aug 27, 2022, from 8pm – 11pm, but you can enter the park at 6pm to enjoy a few extra hours before it officially begins.
Here is the pricing info:
Adult (ages 10+): $75 plus tax
Child (ages 3-9): $70 plus tax
Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members:
Adult (ages 10+): $59 plus tax
Child (ages 3-9): $54 plus tax
Ice cream, popcorn, and some bottled beverages are included. Other snacks will be available for purchase.
For additional details and to purchase your tickets, go to the official Disney H2O site:
Feel free to contact me if you’d like me to help you plan your trip.
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The EPCOT Food & Wine Festival at Disney World will take place from July 14 – Nov 19, 2022.
There will be food from the countries of the World Showcase and many other booths around the park. Specific booths and menus haven’t been released yet, but it seems they add more every year.
The Eat to the Beat Concert Series will return with performances on select nights. The star-studded lineup has something for every taste—from pop to country to R&B and more. These shows are held in the America Gardens Theater and are included in your EPCOT ticket. No need to buy a separate ticket, but seats can fill up fast, so line up early!
There will also be plenty of additional activities and merchandise if past festivals are any indication. We love these EPCOT festivals. It’s always fun to try new foods and activities there.
More details will be released as it gets closer, but I wanted to let you know about the new dates ASAP in case it affects your trip planning.
Here is the official Disney site for this festival if you want to follow along. They will add more details here.
Feel free to contact me if you want to chat about these festivals or need help planning your trips.
Universal Studios Orlando has confirmed that their super popular Halloween Horror Nights event will be back better than ever this year! It will take place on select nights between Sept 2 – Oct 31, 2022. Tickets are on sale now!
If you don’t know, this is an after hours, separate ticketed event that takes place at the Universal Studios park. It is a haunted house, frights and gore type event, so not for the feint of heart. There will be 10 haunted houses, 5 scare zones, 2 live shows, and of course, themed foods and merchandise.
If you want to get an idea of what the frights are like, search for some videos from prior years on YouTube. Definitely make sure you know what it entails.
For more details, check the official Universal site for this event:
This is a very popular event, and certain days, such as Halloween, will likely sell out quickly. Buy your tickets soon on the Universal site above if you’re planning to go.
Royal Caribbean is running a kids sail free promotion now thru the end of the month! Fine print – kids up to age 12 at time of sailing, still have to pay taxes and fees, and must stay in the same cabin as two paying adults. Still a good deal though if you qualify.
There are also additional discounts and onboard credits up to $550 depending on the specific cruise.
The deal is for any new bookings made between March 24 – 31, 2022, so jump on it quickly if you’re interested.
For details on this or any other offer, refer to the Royal Caribbean offer page. Click the Book Now button on the offer, then click the Exclusions Apply link in the bottom right corner of the offer image:
Feel free to contact me if you want me to help with your booking.
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Good Morning America and Disney Cruise Line are partnering to make your family vacation wish come true, aboard the enchanting all-new Disney Wish.
5 Grand Prize Winners will each receive a 3-night Bahamian Disney Cruise Line vacation for 4 people aboard the Disney Wish, including a 1-night stay at a Walt Disney WorldⓇ Resort hotel prior to cruise.
Vacation to be taken between June 28-July 2, 2022.
Enter for a chance to win a cruise on one of the first sailings! Read all the details and enter here:
For an exclusive first look at this gorgeous ship, check this out:
It looks like the famous Washington DC cherry blossoms are about to start blooming this weekend! Peak bloom is forecasted to be from March 22 – 25, 2022. These beautiful trees around the Tidal Basin area are an iconic symbol of spring. This is the 110th anniversary of the gifting of these trees from Japan.
The National Cherry Blossom Festival is back in person this year, running from March 20 – April 17, 2022. There will be performances, foods, and activities for all ages. Key events include the Cherry Blossom Parade on April 9th and Petalpalooza on April 16th, a family friendly day of performances and activities culminating in fireworks over the Capital Riverfront.
The entire festival season season has been known to draw millions of people to the city in past years, and peak bloom week and the parade weekend are especially busy, so plan your trip accordingly if you plan to go.
Here are some resources to help plan your trip:
If you can’t travel to Washington DC, there are several virtual ways for you to join in the fun.
If you would like to chat about planning a trip to Washington DC for the festival or any other time, feel free to contact me. We’ve been to DC area and the Smithsonian museums many times.
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