It’s Halfway to Halloween!!

It’s Halfway to Halloween!!

On select autumn nights, the sun sets over Cinderella Castle as Magic Kingdom Park Transforms into the center for all things spooky and fun.

Here are the dates for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party:

August 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30

September 1, 4, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25, 27, 29

October 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 13, 15, 16, 18, 22, 25, 27, 29, 31

New and Returning Entertainment in 2026

New this year, Stitch is hosting an ever-changing dance party at the Rockettower Plaza Stage in Tomorrowland with the help of his friends Lilo and Angel. After getting his paws on Lilo’s Costume Trunk, every accessory he tries on will spark the theme swap and keep the party playfully unpredictable all night long.

 

And, of course, a little spider told us that the Cadaver Dans will be back again this year to sing in soulful harmony.

 

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Tickets

Prices vary per date and will be available for purchase May 5^th for guests staying at select Walt Disney world Resort hotels, Walt Disney world Swan & Dolphin and Shades of Green.

 

Tickets will be available for purchase starting May 12^th for all oter guests. Party dates often sell out, so our best tip is to plan early and purchase tickets in advance for your desired party date.

 

Discounts on Party Tickets are available for Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members.

*Planning Tip: Mickey’s Not-So-Scary guests can enter Magic Kingdom as early as 4:00pm before the party kicks off at 7:00 pm this means guests have up to 8 hours to celebrate all across the park.

 

For some of us, our Halloween dreams include a bag overflowing with candy. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is one of the best trick-or-treat destinations, with over a dozen opportunities to collect candy throughout the park, marked on your party map/ and this year, guests can expect even more fun than ever before with some familiar (and fiendish) faces surprising guests along the trails.

 

At each stop, cast members give out handfuls of Mars Wrigley favorites like M&Ms, Snickers and Starburst. And no worries if you forgot your pumpkin bucket at home: Each guest will receive a complimentary treat bag for candy collection (that includes adults).

 

Trick-or-treaters do not have to be in costume to collect candy. Guests are encouraged to dress up in creative Halloween costumes. Be sure to follow the official costume guidelines.

 

Exclusive Character Greetings

Meet Jack and Sally

Guests can meet Sally and Jack Skellington at Mickey’s not so Scary Halloween Party at one of the many character stops that feature exclusive meet-and greet opportunities. At town Square Theater, Mickey and Minnie will greet guests together in their Halloween costumes. Pooh will be in his bumblebee costume, and you may spot festive royal couples ready to say hello, like ariel and Eric and Aladdin and Jasmine.

 

Mickey’s Book-to-You Halloween Parade

There was a time before sparking shovels incited a bone-chilling response, and then you watched Mickey’s Boo-to-You Parade.

Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular

It’s been three hundred years, right down to the day … or it seems that long since we’ve seen the Sanderson Sisters take the stage. This fan-favorite show is both hilarious and bone-chilling as Winifred, Sarah, and Mary try their haphazard best to cast a spell.

 

It turns out that they need a little help from their friends, who happen to be some of the most nefarious Disney Villains, including the likes of Hades, Cruella De Vil, Jafar, Dr. Facilier, and The Evil Queen. Guests will help add ingredients to the cauldron with lots of clapping and singing along.

 

Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular

As the party creeps closer to the witching hour, guests are invited to a spooky story time with the Pumpkin King himself, Jack Skellington, who has transformed Cinderella Castle into a haunted house. Watch as Zero leads Mickey and Friends inside, where spiderwebs, skeletons, and grim Grinning Ghosts await.

 

New MNSSHP Merch, Food, and More

Check back to see 2026 MNSSHP Foodie Guide to plot your next tricky treat.

Exclusive party merch will be available for purchase at Magic Kingdon to commemorate your not-so-scary night of macabre memories.

Once again, a few of your favorite rides are getting a grim overlay. Expect spellbinding transformations with special lighting and music. Check back to see which attractions are getting the Halloween treatment.

 

Stay tuned for even more details and shriek peeks of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party entertainment, merchandise, and photo opportunities as they materialize.

 

To book your stay and tickets contact us:

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Walt Disney Travel Company 2027 Vacations On Sail Now for Walt Disney World Resort

 

Walt Disney Travel Company 2027 Vacations On Sail Now for Walt Disney World Resort

Walt Disney World Resort Vacations for 2027 through Walt Disney Travel Company have been released for theme park tickets, hotel room stays and packages through Oct. 31, 2027!

 

For 2027 bookings, Walt Disney World will be renaming Dining Plans to streamline what they each include. And beginning with bookings arriving Jan. 1, 2027, Walt Disney World will be offering three Dining Plan Options. When more information is available about the new Dining Plans we will share them with you.

 

Interested in booking a Disney Vacation:

Info@PixieDusgedMemoriesTravel.com

Disney+ Perks Members: A Special Summer Room Offer

Disney+ Perks Members: A Special Summer Room Offer

By Disney Destinations

Disney+ Perks members, get summer savings at Walt Disney World Resort with great rates on rooms—starting from $99 per night, plus tax at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resorts. Plus, enjoy other great rates at select Disney Resorts Collection hotels.

 

Important: You must follow special procedures for Disney+ Subscribers Offer. Reservations in violation may be cancelled.

Valid most nights from June 21 to August 15, 2026. 2-night minimum length of star required.

 

This offer is valid for the Disney Resorts Collection hotels and room types listed below.

Great Rates for Stays Most Nights from June 21 to July 1m July 5 to 8, and July 12 to August 5, 2026:

• Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort: Standard Rooms from $99 per night plus tax
• Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside: Standard Location 5^th Sleeper Rooms from $169 per night plus tax
• Disney’s Art of Animation Resort: Cars Family Suites for $249 per night plus tax
• Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa: Deluxe Studios from $369 per night plus tax

 

The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Additional charges may apply for more than 2 adults per room. Proof of Disney+ subscription required.

Get a FREE Dining Plan with This Delicious Deal!

Get a FREE Dining Plan with This Delicious Deal!

Enjoy a FREE dining plan when you purchase a nondiscounted 4-night, 4-day Walt Disney Travel Company package that includes a room at a select Disney Resorts Collection hotel and theme park ticket with a Park Hopper option—for arrivals select nights from:

• June 28 to October 3, 2026
• October 19 to October 31, 2026
• December6 to December 21, 2026

Packages may be available for longer lengths of stay.

Book by April 30, 2026

Dining plans include delicious, prepaid meals and snacks—for additional convenience, flexibility and peace of mind during your Walt Disney World vacation.

Explore Disney Resorts Collection hotels and the eligible dining plan in the chart below.

Resort Category	Dining Plan
Select Disney Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resort Hotels	Disney Dining Plan
Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort (Disney Vacation Club) Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village Disney’s Beach Club Resort Disney’s Beach Club Villas Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Disney’s BoardWalk Villas Disney’s Contemporary Resort Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Old Key West Resort Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows Disney’s Riviera Resort Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Disney’s Yacht Club Resort The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa	Enjoy a FREE Disney Dining Plan when you purchase a 4-night, 4-day nondiscounted package that includes a room at a select Disney Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Resort hotel and a ticket with a Park Hopper option—valid for arrivals select nights from: June 28 to October 3, 2026 October 19 to October 31, 2026 December 6 to December 21, 2026
Select Disney Moderate and Value Resort Hotels	Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan
Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort (excludes stays in July) Disney’s All-Star Music Resort Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Disney’s Pop Century Resort (excludes stays in July) Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside	Enjoy a FREE Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan when you purchase a 4-night, 4-day nondiscounted package that includes a room at a select Disney Moderate or Value Resort hotel and a ticket with a Park Hopper option—valid for arrivals select nights from: June 28 to October 3, 2026 October 19 to October 31, 2026 December 6 to December 21, 2026

The number of packages allocated for this offer is limited. Everyone in the same room must be on the same package. Advance package reservations are required. Theme park tickets are valid for admission beginning on the date of check-in and must be used within a limited number of days, depending on the length of stay and ticket. Some table-service restaurants may have limited or no availability at time of package purchase.

 

Important Details

• Minimum 4-day theme park ticket with a Park Hopper option required.
• Minimum 4-night length of stay required.
• Additional per-adult charges may apply if more than 2 adults per room at Disney Vile, Moderate, Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resort Hotels.
• Offer excludes the following room types: 3-Bedroom Grand Villas; Campsites; cabins at Cooper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge; Bungalows and Penthouses at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows; The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort; and Suites at a Disney Moderate and Disney Deluxe Resort Hotels.
• The dining plan included in this special offer depends on the Disney Resort hotel you select. The Disney Dining Plan is included when you choose a stay at a Disney Deluxe or Disney Deluxe Villa Resort hotel. The Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan is included when you choose a stay at a Disney Moderate or Disney Value Resort hotel.
• Dining plan excl gratuities.
• Children ages 3 to 9 must order from a children’s menu, where available.
• This package includes a date-based ticket; theme park reservations ae not required for date-based tickets.
• Cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotions.

Florida Residents: Get a Special 3-Day, 3-Park Ticket to Select Parks

Florida Residents: Get a Special 3-Day, 3-Park Ticket to Select Parks

By Disney Destinations:

‘Tis the season for a visit to Walt Disney World, where Florida Residents can experience seasonal savings with the new Florida Resident 3-Day, 3-Park Ticket. The last three months of the year are some of the most magical at Walt Disney World, and Florida Residents are invited to enjoy the seasonal changes while experience and joyful getaway.

Florida residents can purchase a specially priced 3-Day, 3-Park Ticket that’s valid for admission to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, EPCOT and Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park only—starting from $70 per day, plus tax (total price starting from $210, plus tax).

Not valid for admission to Magic Kingdom park.

Check-In & Check It Out: What’s New at Port Orleans French Quarter

 Check-In & Check It Out:

What’s New at Port Orleans French Quarter

By Disney Destinations May 20, 2025

 

There are more than 25 uniquely themed Disney Resort hotels at Walt Disney World, each inviting guests to immerse themselves in a different world between adventures throughout the theme parks and beyond.

When guests stay at Disney’s Port Orleans – French Quarter, they are transported to the  lively streets New Orleans. Colorful building facades, grand walkways and lush greenery evoke the feeling of walking through the city’s historic streets.

Now, with over a thousand room refurbishments officially completed, there’s even more festive flair for guests to discover at this fan-favorite resort.

Enjoy Refurbished Rooms with Charm at Port Orleans French Quarter

Throughout each room, colorful fabrics and patterns inspired by the city’s charming architecture bringing the lively spirit of “The Big Easy” to life, just like the buildings’ vibrant exteriors.

Guests will also notice nods to Mardi Gras celebrations, including artwork featuring those iconic purple, gold and green beads.

New portraits add even more character, featuring Princess Tiana, Prince Naveen, Louis and Charlotte La Bouff from “The Princess and the Frog” all dressed in their Mardi Gras best and dancing through the French Quarter in style!

Guests can take a closer look at the intricate detailing on the bathroom door and mosaic-style pattern above the beds, and catch hidden details like Tiana's sparkling tiara, as well as drums and trumpets -- and homage to New Orleans' jazz roots.

The refreshed bathroom is as relaxing as it is functional, offering plenty of storage options and a spacious counter – perfect for those mornings when the family is getting ready before a fun-filled day at the at the theme parks.

Get Transported to New Orleans

Outdoors, the theming continues with updated surfaces and vibrant designs throughout the newly refurbished Doubloon Lagoon pool area and Mardi Grogs pool bar, now featuring a brighter, more upscale look with airy blues, black-and-white tiles and wrought iron details.

They perfectly weave in those recognizable New Orleans elements while complementing the relaxed poolside vibe.

“This resort is all about transporting guests to the heart of New Orleans, and the recent enhancements bring that story to life in a exciting new ways,” said Diane Petit, General Manager, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort. “Everything ties back to the charm and culture that our guests love.”

Experience All the Resort Has to Offer

When guests are not relaxing in these newly reimagined spaces, there’s no shortage of fun to experience around the resort. From taking a spin down the colorful sea serpent waterslide (named Scales!) to catching a movie under the stars, there’s something for everyone.

Many guests love listening to the live jazz music at Scat Cat’s Club – Lounge, taking a stroll along the scenic Sassagoula River, renting bikes or even hopping aboard a boat to Disney Springs – one of the complimentary transportation options available as part of their stay. And of course, no visit to the French Quarter is complete without Mickey-shaped beignets from Scat Cat’s Club – Café!

At the heart of the magic of a Disney Resort hotel stay is the exceptional service provided by Disney cast members. Whether it’s a friendly greeting after a day at the parks, a day at the parks, a surprise magical moment to celebrate a special occasion or just a helping hand when guests need it most, cast members are known for creating the kinds of memories that last a lifetime.

Stay in the Magic This Summer

There is so much fun in store this summer as we get ready to kick off Cool Kid Summer, coming to Walt Disney World May 27 through September 1. Families can make a splash with special deals and Disney-themed activities at select resorts.

Staying at a Disney Resort hotel offers more than just a place to rest – it provides convenient access to the magic, early theme park entry and complimentary transportation throughout Walt Disney World Resort, and even admission to a Disney water park on check-in day.

With special offers available throughout the year, it’s easier than ever to create unforgettable memories with loved ones.

Stay tuned for even more updates as the Disney Resort renovations continue, and as they say in the French Quarter, laissez les bons temps rouler!

Why Use a Travel Agent to Book Your Disney Vacation? Why Use Pixie Dusted Memories Travel?

Why Use a Travel Agent to Book Your Disney Vacation?

Why Use Pixie Dusted Memories Travel?

The internet has made it easy to book your own vacation. You can even just call any Disney Park or the Cruise Line and book your vacation yourself. So why use a Travel Agent? There are many good agents and agencies out there. Find one that feel right for you.

 

First off you should find an agent who has specifically trained for Disney. They should be able to show you their College of Disney Knowledge Certification if asked. This training is covers every Disney Destination you can think of. You will have access to a wealth of knowledge by going with a Disney specialist. If it is your first time they can tell you the ins and outs of the destination.

Disney sometimes has discounts, free dining or other offers. Travel Agents are notified of these and can apply them, sometimes even after you have already booked. Travel Agents are aware of other ways to save a money and will assist. A great example is using Discounted Disney Gift Cards to pay for your vacation. Another way to save money is when you book and when you travel. Agents see the prices and how they change. They can also offer their experience on when pricing is lowest for where you wish to go.

Besides saving money a Travel Agent can help you understand what you may need to bring on your vacation. Are you cruising? Do you need a passport? What about Trip Insurance? Land or Sea considering Trip Insurance or Trip Protection is important. What does it cover? When do you purchase it? What are the risks of not purchasing?

 

What happens if something goes wrong and you cannot go on vacatin? Do you know the cancelation policy of your vacation destination? How do you get a refund? What if something goes wrong on the trip? Were you disappointed in the service or quality of the experience? Were there issues with your room? A Travel Agent can help you figure out how to talk to Disney to get assistance.

 

Do you need help with accessible accommodation? Do you need information on a destination and what is available for YOU with your accessible needs? A Travel Agent you specializes in Accessibility can be a great asset! Pixie Dusted Memories Travel does this!

 

Here is a big reason to consider using a Travel Agent. It is YOUR time and stress level. When new itineraries for Disney Cruise Line or Booking Opens for new dates at the Parks or Resorts the phone lines get overloaded. There can be a one to four hour plus hold before you can talk to someone to book your trip or make a modification/payment on an existing vacation not in the new booking time frame. Do you want to be on the phone stressing about making your Advanced Dining Reservations, Booking Port and Shipboard Adventures or adding special magic to your vacation? Would it not be wonderful to turn that over to someone else to handle for you? A Travel Agent does the work so you can PLAY!!

 

The best thing about the majority of Travel Agents that book Disney is there is no fee!! The first thing to ask any Travel Agent is do you charge any fees! The answer should be NO! Travel Agents get paid by commission. That commission is built into the price of the vacation. It does not matter if you book with a Travel Agent or directly with Disney, YOU pay that commission! The total will be the same for the exact same booking. Why not let someone else do the work for you?

We are Pixie Dusted Memories Travel. We do not charge any fees for our travel-related services. We do the work so you can play. We are here to answer any questions you may have. We will watch for special discounts that we may apply to any reservation you book with us.

Go Off-Roading with New Vehicles for Cars Ride

 Go Off-Roading with New Vehicles for Cars Ride

By Disney Destinations March 8^th, 2025

 

Life is an off-road rally race, and Lightning McQueen, Mater, and the rest of the Cars from Pixar Animation Studios’ Cars are going to ride it all night long.

 

First announced at last year’s D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, and brand-new Cars themed area is speeding in to Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Here, the Cars crew leaves Radiator Springs behind and heads off into the frontier to put their wheels to the test.

 

Now at The Future of World-Building at Disney panel at SXSW, Pixar Chief Creative Officer Pete Doctor, and Imagineer Michael Hundgen teased that guests will need to strap in because they’re in the process of creating a new type of ride vehicle for this experience.

 

“Our primary goal is creating an emotional experience for our guests,” Hundgen told the crowd. “For this Cars attraction we need to invent a new type of ride vehicle. No one builds these in a factory because it has to do so much more than just carrying you from one place to another. We have to create a car that conveys a feeling when you ride it.”

 

The team took a trip out to the Arizona desert to jump in a real off-road vehicle to see what it felt like driving over the rocky terrain. These are all things Lightning McQueen and Mater haven’t experienced before like racing over rocky terrain, ascending to mountain peaks, and dodging around geysers – how do you take these real-world elements and put a Cars spin on it?

 

From there, the Imagineers worked with a motocross company to build a real dirt track to race around on and took that data back to begin working on creating how the ride vehicles will eventually move and race.

 

“We’re using a customized production vehicle,” Hundgen continued. “It has sensors all over it, and we’re taking it for test drives on our dirt track to gather data on how the vehicle responds to different terrain. This is where we turn that feeling we want into real-world engineering,” Michael explained.

 

But all this talk about cars, what do they look like?

 

That’s where the Pixar team steps in. for some show and tell to get the crowd revved up, Doctor shared some early concept sketches with the audience, teasing that they’re creating “new race car personalities for this attraction. Each vehicle in the ride will have its own name and number, just like a real reace.”

 

 

Launch Into New Adventures 4.5.2024

Launch Into New Adventures 4.5.2024

By: Disney Destinations

 

Over the years, we’ve been working hard to keep our Star Wars experiences in Disney Parks evolving alongside the expanding galaxy far, far away. That is also part of what makes Star Tours: The Adventures Continue so special. So now, starting April 5^th, 2024, at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort, Star Tours – The Adventures Continue will be taking guests on some all-new adventures. These new additions will feature characters and locations from some of guests favorite Disney+ new series -  “Ahsoka”, “Andor”, and “The Mandalorian”.

With these additions, guests will now have an opportunities to experience one of more that 250 storyline variations aboard the attraction, including a visit to the planet Peridea from the Ahsoka series.

 https://youtu.be/Xw9iGd7sc4s

Urgent transmissions from Ahsoka Tano, Cassian Andor, Din Djarin and Grogu may soon be part of guests next Starspeeder flight. These Iconic characters will continue to add to the galaxy of stories aboard Disney’s first Star Wars attraction.

 

Also starting April 5^th, Season of the Force will arrive at Disneyland park for a limited time through June 2^nd, 2024, with Hyperspace Mountain, themed food and beverage, merchandise and more. Debuting during the celebration, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will provide fresh perspective on the fireworks above Disneyland Park on select nights, with galactic music sweeping through the spires.

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Opens this Summer at Walt Disney World

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Opens this Summer at Walt Disney World

We are excited to announce Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is opening this summer in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort. With Mardi Gras season underway and construction milestones flying by the magic of Tiana is coming to life like never before!

In addition to the opening season announcement, we’re getting a sneak peek at one of the dozens of new Audio-Animatronic figures. Guests can look forward to seeing Tiana in her adventure outfit, as well as familiar faces and new friends that will fill up the bayou.

We can’t wait for guests to “come join the party” when Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida this summer, and later in 2024 at Disneyland Park in California.

Check out the amazing Audio-Animatronic here:

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C3ShmsiL7ms/?igsh=bXcwajJqb3Ewc2Qz here

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C3ShmsiL7ms/?igsh=bXcwajJqb3Ewc2Qz

Monitoring Tropical Storm Idalia

 Monitoring Tropical Storm Idalia

By: Disney Destinations

August 28, 2023

 

Walt Disney World Resort is currently operating under normal conditions. We are closely monitoring the path of the projected weather as we continue to prioritize the safety of our Guest and Cast Members.

 

Guest may reschedule their trip or cancel their stay with us; any customary cancellation fees will be waived. Travel Agents can now modify or cancel online for the impacted period and fees will be automatically waived.

 

For the most up-to-date information about the weather, visit the Weather Updates and Information Page on DisneyWorld.com.

Weather Updates WDW:

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/experience-updates/weather-updates/

Wait, What?? A Disney Cruise is a Better Value Than WDW?

Wait, What?? A Disney Cruise is a Better Value Than WDW?

Let’s pick a date and compare prices - 6/15-22/24 2 adults 2 kids 7/10. We will do the same dates and family size for both locations.

 

Disney Cruise Line 7-Night Oceanview on the Disney Fantasy out of Port Canaveral - price is $10,240.

Walt Disney World 7-Night 7, 1 Per Day Base tickets, Port Orleans Riverside (equivalent to DCL Oceanview room) - price is $5,191.99.

 

Wait!! The WDW package is almost ½ the price!!! Really?? How can anybody think DCL is a better deal? Let’s think about this and take a deep dive.

 

What is included in your WDW package, Room, Park Tickets, Transportation around the Resort.

 

What is included in your DCL package, Room, Port Fees, Taxes, Fees, 3 meals plus snacks all day (including dinner each night at a find dining restaurant equivalent to Be Our Guest), Soda, Regular Coffee/Tea, Juice, Milk, Hot Coco, 3-5 live shows plus first run movies, Daily 2 times per day Room Service, Dedicated Main Dining Room Dinner Servers, Entertainment all day, and Kids Clubs so parents can have adult time. Check the link at the bottom of the page for all that is included in the Cruise Fare.

 

Now let’s add up what is not included at WDW:

For this to be fair we need to include high-end dining every night and 4 shows while there. You would get these included at DCL so it is not fair to compare less. Remember these are higher end shows on the cruise and not the Park shows. They are equivalent to Drawn to Life and what you would expect on Broadway, even if a little short, average 45 minutes.

2 quick service breakfast and lunch ($75 per meal), 1 sit down equivalent to the restaurants on the ship ($250 per day - Be Our Guest for example) and snacks $100. Total $450 per day or $3,325 for 7 nights or $3,500. Yes you can eat for less but that is not a fair comparison to what you get on the ship. If you only ate quick service and snacks you may do $325 per day with a total of $2,275. This would save $1,050

Live shows like Drawn to Life $125+ per person average. $500 per show with 4 for the week. $2,000. You get at least 4 live shows on the cruise and maybe a movie. You can skip the shows and save but is that a fair comparison to what you get on the ship? I think not.

The food and entertainment adds $5,500 to the cost bringing the total package to $10,691.99. If you when without shows and only quick service meals that would save you $3,050 making the total $7,641.99. For a little more you get a higher-end experience, relaxation, and the cruise experience. Well worth it to me!

 

This is a fair comparison between the two vacation destinations. DCL is far more inclusive and in fact more budget friendly than WDW in my opinion. You know what the prices are before going. You can plan for the expenses and prepay almost everything.

 

I did not add Port Adventure to the DCL package. Those run from $30-$300 per person depending on the experience. Honestly we usually just stay on the ship or explore the area around the port rather than doing an expensive Port Adventure.

 

I did not add Spa, Adult Dinning, or Alcohol because we don’t usually do it and it is not required to have fun. Spa prices depend on what you are having done, Adult dining runs $50-$300 per person depending on ship, restaurant, Alcohol is $6-$18 per drink average but can go way higher for some specialty drinks.

 

I think DCL is a much better deal. You get all the higher things added in and there are no surprises with added fees! Even the “added things” such as Spa, Adult Dining, and Port Adventures you can budget for them and even prepay by adding funds to your onboard account/folio before boarding. Budgeting for a DCL vacation is a lot easier. And don’t forget to check out Money Saving Tips, such as using a Target Red Card to purchase Disney Gift Cards!

 

This is not to say a DCL vacation is cheap. It is not. This is to show the value of a DCL Vacation. This is a fair comparison between the two destinations. The choice is yours.

 

What is included in your DCL Cruise Fare:

https://pixiepranks-panstinkerbell.blogspot.com/2023/07/whats-included-in-disney-cruise-fare.html

 

Disney Vacation Money Saving Tips:

https://pixiepranks-panstinkerbell.blogspot.com/2023/06/disney-cruise-line-money-saving-tips.html

 

Disney Travel News Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Returns to Walt Disney World with EERIE-sistible Tricks and Treats!

Disney Travel News

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Returns to Walt Disney World with EERIE-sistible Tricks and Treats!

By: Disney Destinations

It’s #HalfwayToHalloween here at Walt Disney World Resort and, in celebration of the wicked occasion, we’re excited to share that Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will return to Magic Kingdom Park late this summer and will run through this fall. Get ready for a spook-tacular celebration with plenty of tricks and treats when the series of parties kicks off August 11.

With Spellbinding entertainment, favorite Disney characters dressed in their Halloween best and more, celebrate the most haunting time of the year at Walt Disney World Resort. This limited capacity, nighttime event starts at 7 p.m. and allows guests to experience shorter wait times on attractions, themed food and beverage and more. Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green can purchase tickets starting April 27, and tickets will be available to all guests starting May 2. The event dates are:

August: 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29

September: 1, 4, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29

October: 1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29, 31

November: 1

In honor of #HalfwayToHalloween, check out some of the most ghoulish moments to look forward to when this guest-favorite event returns.

Watch a Ghostly Promenade with “Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade”

It’s good to be bad, and your favorite Disney villains are back to stride down Main Street, U.S.A. alongside Disney heroes, the iconic Haunted Mansions graveyard diggers and other favorite characters. Guests may even spot some ghoulish new faces this year.

Get the Party ‘Started’ With “Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular”

Jack-o-Lanterns aren’t the only ‘Jack’ at Walt Disney World the Halloween! The Pumpkin King, a.k.a. Jack Skellington, will once again host the must-see nighttime spectacular, “Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular.” Featuring projections, special effects and lighting paired with fireworks, music and iconic Disney Characters, guests won’t want to miss this!

Trick-or-Treat Yourself to Candy and Sweets

M&M’S, SKITTLES, and SNICKERS, OH MY! Guests can satisfy their sweet tooth at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party by stopping by trick-or-treating locations throughout Magic Kingdom Park.

See a Spellbinding Spectacle With the Sanderson Sisters

The Sanderson Sisters, stars of the iconic “Hocus Pocus” films, will unite for an adventure and call on their comrades to summon the ultimate “Hocus Pocus” Party Potion during the “hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular” stage show at Cinderella Castle.

Also during the party, guests may have the opportunity to experience some of their favorite attractions including Haunted Mansion, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and the newly opened TRON Lightcycle/Run presented by Enterprise. TRON Lightcycle/Run will us a virtual queue* during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, allowing guests to enjoy all the festivities while they wait to enter the Grid. Stay tuned for more details!

Gests won’t want to miss the hair-raising happenings at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year. Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green can purchase tickets starting April 27, and tickets will be available to all guests starting May 2. Stay tuned for more exciting details about all the scream-worthy surprises in store as Disney Parks celebrates #HalfwayToHalloween.

*Virtual queues are limited and subject to availability, times are subject to change, and joining a virtual queue does not guarantee entrance to any experience.

10 Recent Additions that Make Memory Maker the Best Souvenir

10 Recent Additions that Make Memory Maker the Best Souvenir

By: Disney Destinations

March 21^st, 2023

 

Disney PhotoPass Service continuously adds new photo ops, o there’s always something exciting for you to download when you have Memory Maker. Below, check out 10 recent or soon-ti-launch experiences offered by Disney PhotoPass Service that Guests can download with Memory Maker.

 

1, Disney PhotoPass Video Memories

 

The newest addition to Memory Maker is access to the Disney PhotoPass video memories, which launched yesterday!

 

With this brand-new offering, Guests can create and hare video memories using your Disney PhotoPass photos or their personal photos. They can create and customize these Disney-Themed video templates with stickers, music, and text – or, Guests can let us completely create the video memory for them in a matter of moment using the photos from their Disney PhotoPass gallery. This exciting new offering is available exclusively in the My Disney Experience app.

 

 

2. Tiny World Magic Shot at Magic Kingdom Park

 

Photographers offer a number of Tiny World Magic Shots across the theme parks, with our newet launching last week at Magic Kingdom Park! Guests can fund this 360-degree photo op next to Cinderella Castle during daylight hours.

 

3. Indoor Photo studio at EPCOT

 

Disney PhotoPass Studio are located at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Magic Kingdom Park, Disney Springs, and now EPCOT too! At the Wandering Reindeer in the Norway Pavilion at EPCOT, Guests will find our newest studio location. Like all of our studios, it’s staffed by our talented photographers, no reservations are required, everyone is welcome to visit, and the photos captured are included with Memory Maker at no extra cost.

 

4. Seasonal backdrops at the Disney PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs

 

Speaking of photo studios, our location at Disney Springs recently tarted offering backdrops with themed deigns and props that change with each season.

 

5. Return to dining locations

We know when Guests visit one of our incredible dining locations, their focus is probably on the food. Fair! But we love putting icing on that cake by offering Guests a photo op with a Disney Character. Guests can now find photographers at Chef Mickey's, Cinderella's Royal Table, and Story Book Dining at Aritist Phont with Snow White.

6. Attraction photo and video onboard TRON Lightcycle/Run

 

Let’s talk TRON! TRON Lightcycle/Run presented by Enterprise opens at Magic Kingdom Park on April 4. Guests can relive their race through this computerized world when they preview an onboard photo and video automatically linked to their My Disney Experience account through one of the following methods:

Use an eligible mobile device, enable Bluetooth for the My Disney Experience app* before riding, ensure they’ve logged into the My Disney Experience app sometime earlier that day, and keep their device out of low power mode.

Wear a MagicBand or MagicBand+ that’s linked to their account.

 

Guests can also use the methods above to link and download their photos taken onboard more than a dozen attractions across Walt Disney World Resort – all included with Memory Maker.

 

7. Prop available soon near TRON Lightcycle/Run

 

Guests can find numerous Disney PhotoPass props during their visit, but our newest will be available near TRON Lightcycle/Run when it opens April 4!

 

8. More Classic Magic Shots

 

Photographers currently offer more than 70 classic Magic Shots. These photos are so unexpected and fun, with Disney Characters and other themed effects applied to photos. We’re constantly adding new Magic Shots, our newest being Bruni, a large assortment for EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, and TRON Magic Shot (available starting April 4). More new offerings will be released very soon! Guests can ask each photographer which options they have available to capture at their location.

 

9. Fairytale photos at Enchanted Tales with Belle

 

Enchanted Tales with Belle recently reopened at Magic Kingdom Park. And it is with deepest pride and greatest pleasure that we share photographers are now capturing memories in the library as Guests relive a tale as old as time. This is one of the nearly 40 locations where you can find Disney PhotoPass Service ready to capture their encounter at character experiences.

 

10. Transformation photos at Magic Kingdom Park’s Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

 

When a Fairy Godmother’s Apprentice helps a princess or knight undergo a royal transformation at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Magic Kingdom Park, a photographer will be there to capture it. Tip: Visit the Royal Portrait Studio nearby in Sir Mickey’s where a photographer can capture more photo of the child’s transformation.

 

Note, Guests can save when they purchase Memory Maker at least three days prior to their vacation.**

 

*Message, data and roaming rates may apply. Availability subject to handset limitations and features may vary by handset, service provider or otherwise. Coverage and app stores not available everywhere. If you’re under 18, get your parents’ permission first.

**Disney PhotoPass Service and Memory Maker are subject to applicable terms and policies. Includes photos taken during the applicable Memory Maker Window as defined in such terms (generally, photos taken (i) within one day from Memory Maker One Day or (ii) within 30 days from the date of first activation for standard Memory Maker). If Memory Maker is purchased at the advanced purchase price, any photos taken within 3 days of the date Memory Maker is purchased are not included and must be purchased separately. A MagicBand, or an eligible mobile device with Bluetooth technology enabled for the My Disney Experience app, is required to receive certain attraction photos and other digital content. Online registration required. Disney PhotoPass Photo in your account will expire pursuant to the expiration policy. Downloads are restricted to personal use only. Not responsible for missing, lost or damaged photo. Subject to restrictions and change without notice. Valid theme park admission required for certain photo locations.

Disney Education? Yes PLEASE!!! ~ Disney Imagination Campus

Disney Education? Yes PLEASE!!!

~ Disney Imagination Campus ~

 

Walt Disney once said, "You can not entertain without educating. You can't educate without entertaining." He believed in something he called Edutainment. The combination of Education and Entertainment.

Disney Imagination Campus is at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. So what is Disney Imagination Campus?

 

There are 4 different education programs in the Disney Imagination Campus.

• Performing Arts
• Performing groups will receive the rare opportunity to hone their craft while learning from real working Disney professionals and perform on Disney stages.
• Arts & Humanities
• Students will solve a real-world challenge around the design of one of our theme park’s lands, areas, or attractions as it relates to storytelling.
• Science & Technology
• Students will use scientific principles such as gravity, force, and peed to understand how these principles apply to the design of new and classic Disney theme park attractions.
• Leadership & Innovation
• Students will discover how to become future leaders by developing a common passion for knowledge, global vision and innovation.

Along with the classes Disney allows the group to purchase theme park tickets at a discount.

 

Do you have a class, youth group, choir, band, or club that could benefit from this program? Let us know and we will help you book it!

Disney uses their curriculum and learning environment to foster creative thinking, fearless exploration and Disney Magic. The mission is to provide students with tools they need to express themselves creatively and academically and prepare them for real-world challenges.

 

Carolyn@EliteMemoriesTravel.com

Scott@EliteMemoriesTravel.com