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What’s New for Disney in 2010?

Sunday, February 21st, 2010

“Give a Day, Get a Disney Day”    Earlier this year, Disney Parks  launched a program that celebrates the spirit of volunteer service with a simple proposition: “Give a Day, Get a Disney Day.” Disney hopes to inspire families to volunteer in their communities through this first-of-its-kind program. One million people who perform volunteer service for a participating organization in 2010 will receive a free one-day admission ticket to a Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort theme park.  Guests can learn more about the program and how to get their free one-day admission ticket by visiting www.DisneyParks.com   To enable people to sign up for an eligible volunteer project, Disney is working with HandsOn Network, the nation’s largest volunteer network. Part of Points of Light Institute, HandsOn Network has 250 on-the-ground volunteer action centers across the country and connects volunteers to more than 70,000 nonprofit agencies that need their help.

Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex will be “re-themed” with the ESPN brand, providing guests with an immersive ESPN experience that will be unique to the complex.

New dining experiences are underway for Epcot.  In Italy, an authentic Neapolitan pizzeria will open in the fall.   The casual pizzeria will feature wood-burning ovens – and use water from a source that most resembles the water in Naples, Italy, home of some of the world’s best pizza dough. In Mexico, the popular Cantina de San Angel is expending to offer 400 seats al fresco for lunch.

A luxury pet resort will open later this year offering doggy day camp, nature walks and playgroups, as well as pampering services for pets while you enjoy the parks.  The hotel will be operated by Best Friends Pet Care. 

Magic Kingdom Fantasyland Expansion to be completed by 2012:  The largest expansion in the history of Magic Kingdom will vastly increase the size of Fantasyland. Guests will be able to:

·   Visit a Disney princess in her castle, cottage or chateau to share a dance with Cinderella; celebrate Sleeping Beauty’s birthday with the Good Fairies; or join Belle in an enchanting story performance in the Beast’s castle library.
·   “Be Our Guest” and dine in one of three enchanted rooms inside the Beast’s castle.
·   Fly with Dumbo high above brand new circus grounds, twice the size of the existing attraction with a new interactive, three-ring circus tent.
·   Journey under the sea with Ariel, the Little Mermaid, in her very own attraction.

Four Seasons to Anchor New Disney Luxury Resort (date to be announced) – Also announced as part of the Walt Disney World expansion for the next decade: a 900-acre luxury resort anchored by the prestigious Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. The development, along the northeast border of the property, will include a luxury hotel, 18-hole championship golf course, single- and multi-family vacation homes and fractional ownership vacation homes.

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Cheaper Disney Vacation Packages Now With JetBlue

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

As of today, you can take advantage of lower priced air-inclusive Disney vacation packages due to a partnership with JetBlue Airways.  JetBlue Airways offers competitive published airfare and convenient service from dozens of U.S. cities. This is a great opportunity for you to get convenient one-stop shopping when booking a trip to Walt Disney and Disneyland Resorts.  

Travelers who book a stay at the Walt Disney World® Resort now can make the most out of their vacation using a FREE Disney Gift Card worth up to $750!

Offer Details:
When you purchase a 5-night/6-day non-discounted Walt Disney Travel Company room and ticket package at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels you’ll get a FREE Disney Gift Card.

You can use this Disney Gift Card at participating locations throughout the Walt Disney World Resort for merchandise, recreation and dining.

This Magic Your Way Package Includes:

  • Accommodations for 5 nights right in the middle of the magic
  • A 6-Day Magic Your Way Base Ticket, with admission to one of the four Walt Disney World Theme Parks for each day of your stay
  • FREE $300 Disney Gift Card for stays at a select Disney Value Resort, OR
    FREE $500 Disney Gift Card for stays at a select Disney Moderate Resort, OR
    FREE $750 Disney Gift Card for stays at a select Disney Deluxe Resort or a select Disney Deluxe Villa Resort

Booking Window:
Dec. 21, 2009 – March 27, 2010

Travel Window:
Valid for stays most nights:

  • Jan. 3, Jan.10-12, Jan. 18 - March 27 and April 11 - June 3, 2010 at select Disney Value Resorts
  • Jan. 3, Jan.10-12, Jan. 18 – March 27 and April 11 – June 3, 2010 at select Disney Moderate Resorts
  • Jan. 3-11, Jan. 19 – March 27 and April 11 – June 3, 2010 at select Disney Deluxe Resorts
  • Jan. 3 – March 27 and April 11 – June 3, 2010 at select Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts

The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Tickets must be used within 14 days of first use. No group rates or other discounts apply. Advance reservations required. Excludes suites and campsites.

Booking Information:
To get this offer, mention “Gift Card Offer” at the time of booking.

*One gift card per room provided at check-in. The Disney Gift Card can be used at select participating locations at Walt Disney World® Resort, Disneyland® Resort, Disney Cruise Line®, Disney Store locations in the US and Disneystore.com. It is not redeemable for cash, will not be replaced if lost or stolen without required proof of purchase and is subject to the terms and conditions of the Disney Gift Card Program. The Disney Gift Card is issued by Disney Gift Card Services, Inc. Gift cards may not be used toward the purchase of any Disney Dollars or Disney Gift Cards. Other restrictions may apply. Use of gift card is acceptance of its terms and conditions. Visit DisneyGiftCard.com for more information about the Disney Gift Card program.

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Holidays Getaways That Won’t Break the Bank

Monday, November 30th, 2009

It’s not too late to plan a getaway over the Christmas or New Years Holiday, and you’ll find that prices are quite reasonable.
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Winter in London:  6 nights accommodations at the Holiday Inn Regents Park; buffet breakfast daily; guided sightseeing tour of London; Free travel on London’s buses and Underground Subway…just $750 pp

Christmas in Paris:  7 nights hotel; buffet breakfast daily; guided sightseeing tour of Paris; guided visit to the Palace of Versailles & plenty of leisure time…just $850 pp

Christmastime in Bavaria & Austria - 6 nights first class hotels accommodations (2 nights in Munich, 2 nights in Salzburg and 2 in Vienna); transportation between cities; breakfast daily; Sightseeing with Local Guides includes Marienplatz in Munich, Mirabell Gardens and Mozart’s birthplace in Salzburg, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral in Vienna. A scenic drive through the Bavarian and the Tyrolean Alps takes you to Innsbruck, a quaint medieval city famous for its crystal. All this, for just $1,149 pp

Splendors of Italy:  8 nights hotel accommodations (2 nights in Rome, 1 night Siena, 3 night Florence area, 2 nights Venice); breakfast daily; 2 dinners; City tours in Rome and Florence. Just $1,369 pp

Rose Bowl & Universal Studios Package: 3 nights hotel accommodations at the Hilton Los Angeles, reserved tournament of roses parade ticket,  Dec 31st float construction sightseeing tour, round trip parade day transfers,roundtrip airport transfers, breakfast daily & box lunch on parade day, Official tournament of Roses Parade program from $1,095 pp

Walt Disney World Vacation Package:  5 nights hotel accomodations at the Disney Port Orleans (Dec 22nd-27th) including the Magic Your Way Package w/ 6 day park hopper passes just $946 pp

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