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Disney Cruise Line has announced its summer 2024 season with new and popular itineraries to incredible destinations in the Mediterranean, northern Europe, Alaska and the Caribbean, including Lighthouse Point! Guests can experience Disney Cruise Line's new island destination in The Bahamas on inaugural sailings beginning June 2024.

Stay, Play and Enjoy a Disney Dining Promo Card with This Special Offer

Stay in the magic with this special offer—and make sweet summer memories to savor!
Get up to a $750 Disney Dining Promo Card when you purchase a non-discounted 5-night, 4-day vacation package that includes:
• A room at a select Disney Deluxe Resort or Disney Deluxe Villa Resort
• Theme park ticket(s)
This offer is valid for arrivals most nights:
• July 1 to July 10, 2023
• August 1 to September 14, 2023

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Save Up to 25% on Rooms at Select Disney Resort Hotels This Spring and Early Summer

Stay in the magic with this special offer—and spring into fun or make sweet summer memories at Walt Disney World Resort.
Save on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels:
• Save up to 25% on stays most nights April 10 through July 10, 2023
• Save up to 20% on stays most nights March 1 through March 31, 2023
There’s magic all around your Clients at Walt Disney World Resort. And they can enjoy even more enchantment with special benefits for Guests of Disney Resort hotels—including early entry to the theme parks 30 minutes before regular park opening to experience select attractions (with valid park admission and a theme park reservation).
This offer is valid for the Disney Resort hotels listed below. View the chart to explore savings.

A New Wave of Magic Awaits as Disney Cruise Line Celebrates 25 Years During ‘Silver Anniversary at Sea’
On a warm summer day in July of 1998, the Disney Magic embarked on its maiden voyage, introducing the world to a new kind of cruise vacation where families are immersed in Disney storytelling, dazzling entertainment and unparalleled hospitality at sea. For 25 years, Disney Cruise Line has been a porthole through which guests experience global destinations and create cherished memories onboard a one-of-a-kind fleet of enchanting ships.

In 2023, new magic will unfold on the high seas as Disney Cruise Line celebrates its 25th anniversary, bringing special entertainment, merchandise and celebratory experiences to select summer sailings. Guests are invited to take part in limited-time “Silver Anniversary at Sea” offerings across all five Disney Cruise Line ships from May through September of 2023.

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Vacation Package Includes:
5-Night Hotel Accommodations at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort or Universal's Aventura Hotel
3-Park 5-Day Park-to-Park Vacation Package Promo Ticket** to Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, and Universal’s Volcano Bay on the same day
Early Park Admission² to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and Universal’s Volcano Bay up to one hour before the park opens (valid theme park admission required, select attractions).
Complimentary transportation and walking paths to Universal’s theme parks and Universal CityWalk.
Complimentary delivery of merchandise purchased throughout the resort to your hotel
Resort-wide charging privileges with your room key card
Blackout Dates: 3/31/23 - 4/15/23

🎶 Once upon a Christmastime at Christmas, candy canes and chocolate fill the air! 🎶 See our favorite toy soldiers in Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade during Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party — tickets now on sale!

In August, Walt Disney World rolled out updates to the Disney Park Pass system which allows guests to modify their theme park reservations and book with different admission types. As we continue to focus on providing guests with the best, most memorable Disney Experience, we wanted to share an update about what’s ahead, beginning with some changes coming on Dec. 8.



BEGINNING DEC. 8:

1-Day, 1-Park Tickets

Beginning Dec. 8, Walt Disney World will introduce park-specific pricing on 1-day, 1-park tickets.Moving forward, guests will select a date and theme park before purchasing their ticket. When you purchase a 1-Day ticket for a specific date and theme park, a theme park reservation will automatically be made at the time of purchase.
This change is only for those who purchase 1-day tickets for a specific date and park. Most guests will continue to make theme park reservations.
With the new park-specific pricing, Magic Kingdom Park will be priced at or above our other theme parks due to the incredible demand, as it remains the most-visited theme park in the world. A 1-day ticket for a specific date and park will range from:
Disney’s Animal Kingdom: $109-$159 (same range as today)
Disney’s Hollywood Studios: $124-$179
EPCOT: $114-$179
Magic Kingdom Park: $124-$189
Note: The $189 price point is specifically for the week of Christmas to New Year’s.


Park Hopper Add-on

On Dec. 8, we will update pricing on select add-on options, including the Park Hopper Option and Park Hopper Plus Option.


Annual Passes

On Dec. 8,Annual Pass pricing for the Incredi-, Sorcerer and Pirate Annual Passes will increase between $43-100. The Disney Pixie Dust Pass will remain at its current price.
The Disney Pixie Dust Pass remains available for purchase, as our other three Annual Passes remain unavailable for new sales for the time being as we stay focused on our current Passholders. As a reminder, All Annual Passes continue to be available for renewal.

We know Disneyland Resort fans have been eager to learn more about the enhancements coming to the beloved treehouse in Adventureland at Disneyland park. Today, we are excited to share new details with everyone!

Paying tribute to the original treehouse that Walt Disney and his Imagineers built in 1962 for the hit movie, “Swiss Family Robinson,” the Adventureland Treehouse inspired by Walt Disney’s Swiss Family Robinson will return in a fresh, new way at Disneyland park in 2023.

Disney Cruise Line Returns to the 96th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade!!
One of the greatest ways for families to kick off the holiday season is by watching the iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade together.

Disney Cruise Line debuted an all-new cruise ship float during the turkey day tradition last year, and we are thrilled to share that the same stunning vessel will be returning to the parade later this month! This year, our majestic “ship” - inspired by the fantastical style of the Disney Wish - will float through the streets of New York once again, accompanied by an all-new performance in Herald Square.

This year’s live parade performance will be inspired by one of the new Broadway-style shows on board the Disney Wish, “Disney Seas the Adventure.” Minnie Mouse, Mickey Mouse and Goofy will lead an incredible cast of performers and Disney characters in this show-stopping number, which has quickly become a guest favorite aboard our newest ship.

Be sure to tune in to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on NBC-TV on Nov. 24 from 9 a.m. to noon in all time zones.

We’ll “see you real soon” on 34th Street!

Art and foodie lovers, mark your calendars! The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts returns Jan. 13 and runs through Feb. 20, 2023, at the Walt Disney World Resort. The festival is a global celebration of visual, culinary, and performing arts where guests can find inspiration and discover their own creativity in fun ways across the park.

Topping the “must-do” list: 16 delectable Food Studios will serve up art-inspired menus appealing to a variety of palates. The creations are not just delicious, but true works of art.

And this just in! The EPCOT Festival culinary team is putting finishing touches on two new Food Studios. Moderne, located near Test Track presented by Chevrolet, will feature new mouthwatering avant-garde menu items. The other new Food Studio, Figment’s Inspiration Station at the Odyssey: Art, Food, and Little Sparks of Magic, promises to deliver treats and beverages bursting with vibrant colors and flavors. We’ll share more details about these delicious new concepts in early 2023!

During the festival, more than 100 Disney and visiting artists will showcase their eye-catching works of art. Guests of all ages can express their creative side by learning to draw a Disney character at Animation Academy, leaving their own creative mark at Expression Section: A Paint by Number Mural and helping Figment learn about art on a scavenger hunt around World Showcase.

Each evening, the DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series will feature talented entertainers performing Disney songs live at America Gardens Theatre. A list of entertainers is coming soon.

EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is available with valid theme park admission and a park reservation for the same date. And remember, there’s still time to enjoy the Walt Disney World Resort 50th Anniversary celebration now through March 31, 2023

https://youtu.be/TRjSuFo9Jig

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Universal Orlando Shutting Down For Hurricane Ian.
Universal Orlando released a statement on Monday in regards to Hurricane Ian, letting Guests know that it was actively monitoring the storm and that it was proceeding with normal operations until otherwise directed, including Halloween Horror Nights.

However, that changed Tuesday afternoon.

After following the storm’s path and directives from The National Weather Service, Universal Orlando Resort joined SeaWorld Orlando and announced a closure for the safety of its Guests and Team Members.

Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Universal’s Volcano Bay, and Universal’s CityWalk will all be closed Wednesday and Thursday. Halloween Horror Nights has also been canceled for these dates. There has been no announcement as of yet on if the theme parks will return to normal operations on Friday.

Disney+ subscribers can save up to 20% on rooms at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels! Bookings are now available for visits between Dec. 11-25, 2022. Full offer details are available here.

Save 20% at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Disney’s Boardwalk Inn, Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney’s Old Key West, Disney’s Riviera Resort, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa and Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
Save 15% at Disney’s Art of Animation (Family Suites), Disney’s Port Orleans Resort— French Quarter and Disney’s Port Orleans Resort— Riverside
Save 10% on the Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground, Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort and Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
When Guests stay at a Disney Resort hotel, they’ll enjoy 30 minutes early entry to every Theme Park, every day.

Plus, Guests staying at a Disney Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Resort can also enjoy Extended Evening Hours, in select parks, on select nights -- now including Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Dec. 15 & 22!

That's even more time to experience holiday fun at Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios– during the Walt Disney World® 50th Anniversary Celebration. Valid admission, park reservation and Resort ID are required for park entry. Disney+ subscribers can save up to 20% on rooms at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels! Bookings are now available for visits between Dec. 11-25, 2022. Full offer details are available here.

Save 20% at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Disney’s Boardwalk Inn, Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney’s Old Key West, Disney’s Riviera Resort, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa and Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
Save 15% at Disney’s Art of Animation (Family Suites), Disney’s Port Orleans Resort— French Quarter and Disney’s Port Orleans Resort— Riverside
Save 10% on the Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground, Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort and Disney’s All-Star Music Resort
When you stay at a Disney Resort hotel, you will enjoy 30 minutes early entry to every Theme Park, every day.

Plus, staying at a Disney Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Resort can also enjoy Extended Evening Hours, in select parks, on select nights -- now including Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Dec. 15 & 22!

That's even more time to experience holiday fun at Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios– during the Walt Disney World® 50th Anniversary Celebration. Valid admission, park reservation and Resort ID are required for park entry.

Update to Disney Cruise Line Health & Safety Policies!!!
Beginning Sept. 23, 2022, for sailings aboard the Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy, Disney Wish and Disney Wonder and beginning Nov. 7, 2022, for sailings aboard the Disney Magic, fully vaccinated Guests are no longer required to participate in COVID-19 testing in order to sail. Guests who are NOT fully vaccinated must continue providing proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken one to 3 days before the sail date. However, Guests who are not fully vaccinated will no longer be required to complete a second test at the terminal on embarkation day.

Disneyland Resort Magic Key Program Renewals and Updates
Disneyland Resort's Magic Key Program will open its renewal window for existing Magic Key holders on August 18 at 9 a.m. PT and offer some all-new benefits including discounts, experiences and more.

WHO CAN RENEW:

At this time, current Magic Key holders who are in their renewal window (currently, up to 30 days before pass expiration) have the opportunity to renew into one of four passes, including a new top-tier pass, the Inspire Key. There are no new Magic Key sales currently available while we prioritize renewals.

PASSES AVAILABLE FOR RENEWAL:

Inspire (NEW!): $1599
Believe: $1099
Enchant: $699
Imagine: $449 (So Cal Residents only)
MAGIC KEY HOLDER BENEFITS:

Discounts and Savings: New for all Magic Key holders is a 20% discount on the purchase of Disney Genie+ service (subject to limited availability) when purchased the day of your visit after entering a park using your pass, and new parking discounts for certain pass types
Special Experiences: Early opportunity to purchase from a limited number of pre-sale tickets for select special events, and the opportunity to gain access to experiences at festivals such as Lunar New Year and the Magic Key holder Celebration which honors our most loyal fans
Take Home Memories: Coming soon, Inspire and Believe Key holders will receive unlimited Disney PhotoPass® digital photo downloads captured during their Disneyland® Resort visits

NEWS: Universal Orlando has implemented a new policy for CityWalk on the weekends:
Fri-Sun, visitors under the age of 18 are required to depart at 9 p.m. unless they are accompanied by a parent/guardian, are staying at a Universal hotel or planning to see a movie at Universal Cinemark.

More info below!

https://thekingdominsider.com/universal-orlando-implements-new-underage-policy-at-citywalk-ks1/

NEWS: The Disneyland Resort will once again transform into The Merriest Place on Earth for the holiday season, Nov. 11, 2022, through Jan. 8, 2023! 🎄

✨At DCA, the nighttime spectacular “World of Color – Season of Light” will bring holiday magic by fusing cherished holiday music with memorable moments from treasured Disney animated films.

✨ Disney Festival of Holidays will highlight a diverse season of celebrations, including Christmas/Navidad, Diwali, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and Three Kings Day. Festival marketplaces across the park will serve a hand-crafted menu of delectable foods and beverages.

✨”Mickey’s Happy Holidays,” a procession of Disney and Pixar characters dancing and marching along to the upbeat rhythms of the Holiday Toy Drummers.

✨Haunted Mansion Holiday and “it’s a small world” are returning!

✨“Believe… in Holiday Magic” fireworks spectacular will feature magical “snowfall” and colorful projections on Main Street, U.S.A., and the façade of “it’s a small world.”

And SO MUCH MORE! ❄️

https://thekingdominsider.com/disneyland-resort-announces-return-of-the-holiday-season-nov-11-2022-jan-8-2023/

NEWS: MagicBand+ is launching July 27 at Walt Disney World Resort✨

This newest wearable has great new features, including color-changing lights, haptic vibrations, and gesture recognition – plus it pairs to your smartphone using the My Disney Experience app. Once you get your hands on one, you’ll want to do it all – and there’s a lot you can do when MagicBand+ launches!

https://thekingdominsider.com/magicband-launching-july-27-at-walt-disney-world/

All Aboard! Red Car Trolley Returns to Disney California Adventure Park!!!
It’s been all about the bells and whistles these past few months as Cast Members have been working hard to add the final touches to the Red Car Trolley, which returned to Disney California Adventure Park on July 17.

Modeled after the 2,700 Pacific Electric Railway trolleys that covered more than 1,000 miles of Los Angeles track from 1887 until 1961, the Red Car Trolley pays homage to the 1920s lifestyle that first greeted Walt Disney when he arrived in Southern California in 1923. Today, Guests of all ages can enjoy a sense of forgotten nostalgia while riding the trolley.

Marvel and KITH have announced a collaboration in celebration of Spider-Man’s 60th Anniversary!

The collection includes knit sweaters, cotton fleece hoodies, vintage washed tees, headwear, skateboard decks, posters, puzzles, and more for adults, as well as a 16-piece kid’s collection that includes lounge sets, knit sweaters, hoodies, and tees 🕸❤️💙

https://thekingdominsider.com/marvel-kith-spiderman-60th-anniversary-collection-coming-this-july-ks1/

Exciting!!!

Bon voyage! Today, the Disney Wish celebrates her Maiden Voyage. We can’t wait for you and your clients to experience this enchanting new ship! Congratulations to all of the Cast, Crew and Imagineers who worked tirelessly to bring this amazing ship to life.

Hungry for fun? Indulge in delicious global marketplaces, live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and more at EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival July 14 through November 19.

Can't wait to see this new ship in person next year!