April 2012

2012 April, 29

Book an ABD vacation onboard the Disney Fantasty

travelmagicstg2012-04-29T16:49:57-04:00April 29, 2012|Adventures by Disney, Disney News|0 Comments

For a limited time beginning April 28, 2012, Adventures by Disney® will begin testing an onboard sales opportunity on select Disney Fantasy sailings. Guests who book an Adventures by Disney vacation while onboard will receive a 10% discount. This test offer is available on Disney Fantasy sailings departing April 28, May 5 and May 12, 2012. *Book any available departure of any Adventures by Disney itinerary at the non-discounted Regular Rate for travel before 3/31/13 while on board the Disney Fantasy Cruise Ship during the 4/28/12, 5/5/12 and 5/19/12 sailings and receive 10% off the total land package price. Regular [...]

2012 April, 29

2012 Fantasyland openings update

travelmagicstg2012-04-29T12:25:20-04:00April 29, 2012|Disney News, Disney World|0 Comments

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – (April 27, 2012) — This July and “Holidays 2012″ are the next two milestones for openings in the multi-year expansion of the New Fantasyland, announced Friday. A “What’s New, What’s Next” presentation to media detailed the next phases in the project designed to nearly double the size of Fantasyland, the largest expansion in Magic Kingdom history. “Fantasyland is a place where a very special kind of memory is made: where children just old enough to understand the moment come in contact with princesses and heroes and meet their most beloved friends,” said Meg Crofton, president, [...]

2012 April, 27

Disney World refurbishment schedule

travelmagicstg2012-04-27T16:36:30-04:00April 27, 2012|Disney News, Disney World Resort Refurbishments|0 Comments

Magic Kingdom® Park Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Liberty Square Riverboat Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin 01/09/12 - 05/27/12 04/16/12 - 05/20/12 06/27/12 - 06/29/12 Epcot® Tutto Italia Ristorante Innoventions: House of Innoventions exhibit Test Track 01/08/12 - 04/27/12 12/04/11 - Late April 2012 04/16/12 - Fall 2012 Disney's Hollywood Studios® Sounds Dangerous Lights! Motors! Action! Extreme Stunt Show Closed; Operates Seasonally 04/29/12 - 05/02/12 Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park None Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park Annual Refurbishment 12/04/11 - 03/17/12 Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park None Disney's All-Star Music Resort Beverage Cooler Installation - Installation will take place [...]

2012 April, 27

2012 Mickey’s not so Scary Halloween party at the Magic Kingdom

travelmagicstg2012-04-27T12:18:22-04:00April 27, 2012|Disney News, Disney World|0 Comments

The dates for the 2012 Mickey's not so Scary Halloween party at the Magic Kingdom have been released. I was on with Disney Dining this morning and the cast member gave me these dates. (she actually said they were released yesterday) September 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28, 30 October 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 26, 28, 30, 31 November 2nd We will update when we are given more information!

2012 April, 24

Mediterranean Magic, 12-Night with Venice experience highlights

travelmagicstg2023-10-23T16:20:43-04:00April 24, 2012|Adventures by Disney, Disney Cruise Line, Disney News|0 Comments

12-Night Mediterranean Cruise with Venice Journey to the cradle of modern civilization on an unforgettable cruise that begins in Barcelona and sails to such historic destinations as Villefranche, Naples, Venice and Dubrovnik. At each port, embark on expertly-planned Port Adventures to the world's most celebrated sites. Then, after a day of sightseeing, return "home" to the comfort and convenience of your Disney ship. Ports of Call: Villefranche, La Spezia, Civitavecchia, Naples, Venice, Dubrovnik, Valetta Sailing on the Disney Magic®: June 27, 2013, July 25, 2013 (subject to change) You can add-on an Adventures by Disney experience when booking this sailing [...]

2012 April, 24

Mediterranean Magic, 12-night with Greece experience highlights

travelmagicstg2023-10-23T16:20:43-04:00April 24, 2012|Adventures by Disney, Disney Cruise Line, Disney News|0 Comments

12-Night Mediterranean Cruise with Greece Visit world renowned villages along the French Riviera, awe inspiring ancient architecture in Italy and sun-kissed beaches on picturesque Greek islands. Endless treasures await you on this 12-night Mediterranean cruise. Onboard, delight in the "Disney Difference," where Disney's world-renowned service, dining, entertainment and rich storytelling surround you at every turn-creating a vacation your entire family will surely never forget. Ports of Call: Villefranche, La Spezia, Civitavecchia, Piraeus, Kusadasi, Mykonos, Valetta Sailing on the Disney Magic®: June 15, 2013, July 13, 2013 (subject to change) You can add-on an Adventures by Disney experience when booking this [...]

2012 April, 24

Bookings now open! Adventures by Disney add-ons for European cruise

travelmagicstg2023-10-13T00:55:28-04:00April 24, 2012|Adventures by Disney, Disney Cruise Line, Disney News|0 Comments

Want to add even more magic to your Mediterranean cruise? You can now book an Adventures by Disney® pre-stay or onboard experience option for your Disney Cruise Line® vacation. 3-Night Pre-Stay in Barcelona - Barcelona Escape Adventure Highlights: Privately guided tour to the Sagrada Familia Cathedral, Montserrat and the Gothic Quarter. Experience the culture and meet the people through activities including stained glass making and a Flamenco dance performance. Get access to special experiences such as an archeology experience and a mountain hike. 4-Night Pre-Stay in Barcelona - Barcelona Encantos Adventure Highlights: Visit the site of the 1992 [...]

2012 April, 21

Auto-apply gratuities introduced on all Disney ships

travelmagicstg2012-04-21T01:49:35-04:00April 21, 2012|Disney Cruise Line, Disney News|0 Comments

From Disney Cruise Line: Due to the success of a pilot program on Disney Magic® and positive feedback from Guests, Disney Cruise Line® is introducing the auto-application of gratuities on all Disney ships. The process will create a more seamless experience for you by automatically charging folios on embarkation day with the suggested gratuity amounts for the Server, Assistant Server, Head Server and Stateroom Host/Hostess. Below are the effective dates: • Disney Dream - Date to be announced • Disney Fantasy - April 21, 2012 • Disney Magic - Already in place • Disney Wonder® - April 22, 2012 You [...]

2012 April, 20

Adventures by Disney Holiday Departures 2012

travelmagicstg2023-10-13T10:34:36-04:00April 20, 2012|Adventures by Disney, Disney News|0 Comments

Adventures by Disney® offers departures during the holiday season. Eastern Costa Rica: Dec. 22 - Dec. 28, 2012; Dec. 29, 2012 - Jan. 4, 2013 Ecuador and Galapagos Islands: Dec. 18 - Dec. 26, 2012 Peru: Dec. 22 - Dec. 30, 2012 England & France: Dec. 20 - Dec. 27, 2012; Dec. 28, 2012 - Jan. 4, 2013 Italy: Dec. 22 - Dec. 30, 2012 Egypt: Dec. 23, 2012 - Jan. 1, 2013; Dec. 30, 2012 - Jan. 8, 2013 Australia: Dec. 19 - Dec. 30, 2012; Dec. 22, 2012 - Jan. 2, 2013 For a free no-obligation quote on [...]

2012 April, 19

The Future of Interactive Attractions

travelmagicstg2012-04-19T21:43:00-04:00April 19, 2012|Disney World, Universal Studios Orlando|0 Comments

The Future of Interactive Attractions Imagine taking a person from the 90s to the theme parks and attractions of today. What would you show them? Which rides would you go on? Would much have changed in these years? The 90s don’t seem like a long time ago, but sometimes I like to remind myself of how I old I really am when I think that the Jurassic Park movie came out nearly 20 years ago in 1993! This was almost the same year I went to Orlando for the first time and experienced the awe and wonder of Walt Disney [...]