Disneyland Resort Celebrates America with Patriotic Fanfare

Beginning when he was a young boy, after learning about President Abraham Lincoln, Walt Disney developed a sense of patriotism that stayed with him throughout his lifetime. His love of country can be seen throughout the Disneyland® Resort. It’s no wonder that here you can discover a flurry of patriotic fun in celebration of Independence Day.

At Disneyland Park, Main Street, U.S.A., inspired by Walt Disney’s childhood hometown of Marceline, Missouri, honors America with red, white and blue décor, serving as the gateway and backdrop for patriotic memories. 

Guests looking to showcase their patriotism with a Disney flair, will find Americana-inspired merchandise for a limited time at Emporium and at Pioneer Mercantile in Disneyland Park; at Elias & Co. in Disney California Adventure Park; and at World of Disney in the Downtown Disney District. Festive items include Spirit Jerseys, t-shirts, dresses, Minnie Ears, light-up necklaces, place settings and more.

Capture a moment with Mickey Mouse in his patriotic finest! You can find him in Town Square from 8 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. on the Fourth of July.

To underscore America’s Birthday at Disneyland Park on July 4 only, “Disney’s Celebrate America! – A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky” will animate the night with star-spangled spirit to the sounds of patriotic songs.

From Disneyland Railroad, to Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln, to Frontierland and Mark Twain Riverboat, to the flag retreat ceremony saluting visiting members of the armed forces, America is celebrated daily throughout Disneyland. 

There’s more! Here’s what else you will find throughout the resort:

At Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, on July 4 only, from 3-10 p.m., Guests will discover a Fourth of July family BBQ at the rooftop The Sand Bar, with live music starting at 6 p.m., followed by fireworks from Disneyland Park at 9:30 p.m. A special a la carte menu will feature short rib brisket burgers, all-beef hot dogs, street corn on the cob and specialty drinks. Complimentary family activities and face painting are also in store. Subject to availability. This offering is open to the public and does not require a hotel reservation.

At Disneyland Hotel, on July 4 only, from 12:00-4:00 p.m., hotel guests of all ages can get in the patriotic spirit with family activities, live music, complimentary face painting, caricatures and tasty delights on the hotel’s Magic Kingdom Lawn. Subject to availability.

At the Downtown Disney® District, Guests will discover an array of patriotic offerings. For patriotic wear, you can visit Curl Surf. For the Frozen Cherry Boba Lemonade, drop in Wetzel’s Pretzels, and for the Firecracker Cocktail, check out Splitsville Luxury Lanes. Hungry? There's also Berry Ice Creams at Salt & Straw, or a 4th of July Box and Americana Mini Sampler at Sprinkles. For a decadent dessert, your Clients can try the Red, White & Blue Cake Shake from Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes. How’s that for a fun stroll around the neighborhood?

From entertainment, to merchandise, to dining, to sweet treats and more, there’s something for everyone looking to celebrate America’s birthday at the Disneyland Resort. 

Happy Fourth of July!

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• Help to find you the perfect hotel; 
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Save up to 25% off Select Stays at Disneyland Resort Hotels

Stay in the middle of the magic of the Disneyland Resort and save on a late spring or early summer vacation! Save on stays most Sunday through Thursday nights from April 14 through May 23, 2019 at a Disneyland Resort hotel. Explore room savings and valid dates with this offer:

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

• Save up to 25% on Premium rooms and up to 20% on Standard rooms most Sunday through Thursday nights from April 14 through April 25, 2019
• Save up to 20% on Premium rooms and up to 15% on Standard rooms most Sunday through Thursday nights from April 28 through May 23, 2019

Disneyland Hotel

• Save up to 25% on Premium rooms and up to 20% on Standard rooms most Sunday through Thursday nights from April 14 through April 25, 2019
• Save up to 20% on Premium rooms and up to 15% on Standard rooms most Sunday through Thursday nights from April 28 through May 23, 2019

Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel

• Save up to 10% on Premium rooms most Sunday through Thursday nights from April 14 through May 23, 2019

Book through May 20, 2019. Travel must be completed by May 24, 2019.

Interested in creating a vacation package? Consider adding theme park tickets to this room offer. Staying at one of these Disneyland Resort hotels makes it easy and convenient for your family to experience all there is to see and do at both parks. Plus, each day during your stay at a Disneyland Resort hotel, you’ll receive benefits and a host of welcoming amenities with distinctive Disney touches that will enhance your overall experience.

Important Details:

• Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room at the same hotel for most Sunday through Thursday nights from 4/14/19 through 5/23/19.
• Book from 2/26/19 through 5/20/19; travel must be completed by 5/24/19.
• Premium room types included in offer are Premium, Deluxe and Woods/Garden/Courtyard rooms; select Concierge rooms; and only Paradise, Artisan, Junior and Regal suites.
• Not valid on previously booked rooms.
• Advance reservations required.
• Subject to availability as the number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited.
• Excludes applicable fees and taxes.
• Limit two (2) rooms per reservation and occupancy restrictions apply.
• Not valid in combination with any other hotel discounts or offers.
• Subject to restrictions and change without notice.
• Separate Theme Park admission required to enjoy the Parks.

For Disney Vacation pricing information, contact me! As a Disney Vacation Planner, I'll help you  plan the perfect vacation at no extra charge to you! Just a few of the few things I'll do for FREE!

• Help to find you the perfect hotel; 
• I'll make your Dining Reservations; 
• I'll make your Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Reservations;
• Book any tours or unique experiences; 
• Send you tips and tricks to get the most out of your vacation; AND 
• Get a FREE DISNEY GIFT CARD for qualifying vacations and more!

To book your Disney vacation with me, Lauren Gonding a professional Disney Vacation Planner, contact me by: email me at lauren@magicaltravel.com; answer a few quick questions to request a quote; message me on Facebook; or call me at 800-883-1535 x 46!

*Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room at the same hotel for most Sunday through Thursday nights from 4/14/19 through 4/25/19.  Book from 3/19/19 through 5/20/19; travel must be completed by 5/24/19.  Premium room types included in offer are Premium, Deluxe and Woods/Garden/Courtyard rooms; select Concierge rooms; and only Paradise, Artisan, Junior and Regal suites.  Not valid on previously booked rooms. Advance reservations required.  Subject to availability as the number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited.  Excludes applicable fees and taxes.  Limit two (2) rooms per reservation and occupancy restrictions apply per room.  Not valid in combination with any other hotel discounts or offers.  Subject to restrictions and change without notice.  Separate Theme Park admission required to enjoy the Parks.

Encounter Captain Marvel in Disney California Adventure Park

The one and only Captain Marvel makes a triumphant arrival in Disney California Adventure® Park! As her jet fighter is being readied for a special mission at Hangar 12 in the northeast corner of Hollywood Land, Captain Marvel lines up a gathering of recruits for a Heroic Encounter and inspires them to go Higher, Further, Faster. Check out the video below!

Now in theaters, Marvel Studios’ “Captain Marvel” is an all-new adventure that follows the journey of ace Air Force pilot Carol Danvers as she becomes one of the most powerful heroes in the universe. When Earth is caught in the middle of a galactic war between two alien races, Danvers finds herself and a small cadre of allies at the center of the maelstrom.

For Disney Vacation pricing information, contact me! As a Disney Vacation Planner, I'll help you  plan the perfect vacation at no extra charge to you! Just a few of the few things I'll do for FREE!

• Help to find you the perfect hotel; 
• I'll make your Dining Reservations; 
• I'll make your Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Reservations;
• Book any tours or unique experiences; 
• Send you tips and tricks to get the most out of your vacation; AND 
• Get a FREE DISNEY GIFT CARD for qualifying vacations and more!

To book your Disney vacation with me, Lauren Gonding a professional Disney Vacation Planner, contact me by: email me at lauren@magicaltravel.com; answer a few quick questions to request a quote; message me on Facebook; or call me at 800-883-1535 x 46!

Celebrate International Women’s Day at Walt Disney World Resort March 8

Are you visiting Walt Disney World® Resort on March 8? In honor of International Women’s Day on March 8, Guests can enjoy special entertainment experiences, and food and beverage offerings in all four Walt Disney World theme parks!

Here’s what’s on tap for each location:

At Magic Kingdom® Park, enjoy the Sisters Soiree Dance Party in Tomorrowland, featuring favorite female characters like Judy Hopps from “Zootopia” and Joy from “Inside Out.” Guests can also purchase special Strawberry Shortcake Shooters at Cheshire Café and Westward Ho.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios® Guests exploring Star Wars Launch Bay will encounter Rey alongside Chewbacca in a hidden Resistance base. The women of the Green Army Patrol will also proudly march through Toy Story Land, while the citizens of Municiberg honor the Super women of their city as part of “An Incredible Celebration.” The park’s special treats include a Mrs. Incredible Pretzel Mask at Neighborhood Bakery, Key Lime Pie Verrine at Backlot Express and Rosie’s All-American, Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake at Catalina Eddie’s, and Tres Leche at Fairfax Faire.

Guests visiting Epcot® for the day can enjoy Voices of Liberty inside The American Adventure, celebrating women with special performances of empowering songs. Guests can also stop into Fountain View at Epcot for a Purple Minnie Dome Cake, Purple Cupcakes at Kringla Bakery and Sunshine Seasons, Mascarpone Apple Cake at Akershus, Purple Troll Kreme Slush at the Norway Beer Cart, and International Women’s Day Cookies at Biergarten Restaurant.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park Guests can commemorate the day during the Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party on Discovery Island and the Dino-riffic Dance Party that night in Dinoland, U.S.A. Guests wishing to purchase an International Women’s Day Cupcake can find this sweet treat at Creature Comforts and Restaurantosaurus, or Infinite Ambition drinks at Tiffins Restaurant or Nomad Lounge, or Sangria at Tusker House Restaurant and Dawa Bar. International Women’s Day Cookies can also be found at various outdoor vending locations throughout the park.

And Guests visiting Disney Springs® on March 8 can enjoy special International Women’s Day Dark Chocolate Ganache Squares and chocolate Power Pinata can be found at the Ganachery, while a Pink Macaron Lollipop can be purchased at Amorette’s Patisserie.

For Disney Vacation pricing, contact me! As a Disney Vacation Planner, I'll help you plan the perfect vacation at no extra charge to you! Just a few of the few things I'll do for FREE!

• Help to find you the perfect Walt Disney World hotel; 
• I'll make your Advance Dining Reservations (no early mornings for you!); 
• I'll make your Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Reservations;
• I'll make your FastPass+ selections (once gain no early mornings for you!); 
• Book any tours or unique experiences; 
• Send you tips and tricks to get the most out of your vacation investment; AND 
• Get a FREE DISNEY GIFT CARD for qualifying vacations and more!

To book your Disney vacation with me, Lauren Gonding a professional Disney Vacation Planner, contact me by: email me at lauren@magicaltravel.com; answer a few quick questions to request a quote; message me on Facebook; or call me at 800-883-1535 x 46!

Reusable Shopping Bags Introduced at Disney Parks & Resorts

Disney Parks is a shopper’s paradise with hundreds of unique stores that offer unforgettable souvenirs and memorable gifts for loved ones. When you visit Disneyland® Resort or Walt Disney World® Resort, you now have a new option for carrying home purchases with the release of colorful reusable shopping bags.

Available for a nominal fee and offered in three sizes, these reusable shopping bags are made of 80% recycled materials, and are similar to reusable bags first introduced at the World of Disney stores last fall. Bags will feature Disney character designs mixed with recognizable icons from Disney Parks.

At Disneyland Resort, Guests will find four bags – one each for Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure® Park; a bag for Downtown Disney® District and Resort Hotels; and the current World of Disney bag.

 

At Walt Disney World Resort, there will be seven bags introduced: a bag at each of the four theme parks; a bag for owned-and-operated shops at Disney Springs®; a shared Walt Disney World Resort-inspired bag for Resort Hotels, ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex and other merchandise locations; and the existing World of Disney bag.

Offered as an alternative to plastic shopping bags, the addition of reusable bags will help minimize single-use plastic waste across our global operation and are part of our broader efforts to further extend our ongoing commitment to conservation and advance environmental sustainability goals.

For Disney Vacation pricing, contact me! As a Disney Vacation Planner, I'll help you plan the perfect vacation at no extra charge to you! Just a few of the few things I'll do for FREE!

• Help to find you the perfect Walt Disney World hotel; 
• I'll make your Advance Dining Reservations (no early mornings for you!); 
• I'll make your Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Reservations;
• I'll make your FastPass+ selections (once gain no early mornings for you!); 
• Book any tours or unique experiences; 
• Send you tips and tricks to get the most out of your vacation investment; AND 
• Get a FREE DISNEY GIFT CARD for qualifying vacations and more!

To book your Disney vacation with me, Lauren Gonding a professional Disney Vacation Planner, contact me by: email me at lauren@magicaltravel.com; answer a few quick questions to request a quote; message me on Facebook; or call me at 800-883-1535 x 46!

4-Park Magic Tickets Coming to Walt Disney World Resort in the New Year

The New Year is nearly upon us and the holidays are a time that families cherish and when they often make plans to vacation together in the year ahead. To help make it even easier to plan your dream vacation, Walt Disney World® Resort 4-Park Magic Tickets, which will go on sale beginning January 18, 2019. 

You will be able to purchase a four-day, 4-Park Magic Value Ticket for $85 per day (plus tax) for a total price of $340 (plus tax). The 4-Park Magic Tickets include one day of admission to Magic Kingdom® Park, one day of admission to Epcot®, one day of admission to Disney’s Hollywood Studios® and one day of admission to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, for a total of four admissions over four separate days.  

4-Park Magic Tickets will be available for purchase beginning Jan. 18, 2019 by contacting me, Lauren Gonding a Disney Vacation Planner starting January 18 to September 30, 3019, as follows:  

• 4-Park Magic Value Ticket: Valid for admission January 18 - March 1, 2019; must be used within seven days from first use, or by March 1, 2019, whichever comes first.
  • Adult: $85 per day, plus tax ($340 total, plus tax) 
  • Child: $80 per day, plus tax ($320 total, plus tax) 
• 4-Park Magic Select Ticket: Valid for admission March 2-March 14; March 27-April 9; April 27-May 27; and Aug. 19-Sept. 30, 2019; must be used within seven days from first use, or by Sept. 30, 2019, whichever comes first.
  • Adult: $89 per day, plus tax ($356 total, plus tax) 
  • Child: $84 per day, plus tax ($336 total, plus tax) 

• 4-Park Magic Summer Ticket: Valid for admission May 28-Aug. 18, 2019; must be used within seven days from first use or by Sept. 30, 2019, whichever comes first.
  • Adult: $95 per day, plus tax ($380 total, plus tax) 
  • Child: $90 per day, plus tax ($360 total, plus tax)

2019 will be a fantastic time to visit Walt Disney World Resort, with new shows, parties, character experiences and more debuting at all four theme parks, starting January 18, 2019:  

• Anything can happen during Mickey & Minnie’s Surprise Celebration at Magic Kingdom Park, including the new “Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party,” featuring those true originals, Mickey and Minnie Mouse. (Jan. 18-Sept. 30, 2019). 
• Pixar pals will party with Guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios during the park’s 30th anniversary year, featuring The Incredibles, Mike and Sulley from Disney•Pixar’s “Monsters, Inc.” and Woody, Buzz Lightyear and the gang at the new Toy Story Land.  
• To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Disney animated classic “The Lion King,” Rafiki and Timon will help your Clients let their inner animal loose on the dance floor during the “Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.  
• As part of the Epcot International Festival of the Arts, the Disney on Broadway Concert Series expands to seven days a week, providing more opportunities than ever before for Guests to hear pairs of Disney on Broadway stars sing favorite tunes from award-winning productions. (Jan. 18-Feb. 25, 2019). 

Don’t forget – your can remain inside the magic of a Disney vacation for the entirety of your stay. When booking now through January 2, 2019, you can save up to 25 percent on rooms at select Walt Disney World Resort Hotels for stays most nights Jan. 1-April 27, 2019*. 

For Disney Vacation pricing information, contact me! As a Disney Vacation Planner, I'll help you plan the perfect vacation at no extra charge to you! Just a few of the few things I'll do for FREE!

• Help to find you the perfect Walt Disney World hotel; 
• I'll make your Advance Dining Reservations (no early mornings for you!); 
• I'll make your Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Reservations;
• I'll make your FastPass+ selections (once gain no early mornings for you!); 
• Book any tours or unique experiences; 
• Send you tips and tricks to get the most out of your vacation investment; AND 
• Get a FREE DISNEY GIFT CARD for qualifying vacations and more!

To book your Disney vacation with me, Lauren Gonding a professional Disney Vacation Planner, contact me by: email me at lauren@magicaltravel.com; answer a few quick questions to request a quote; message me on Facebook; or call me at 800-883-1535 x 46!

Note: 4-Park Magic Tickets are valid for one theme park per day; tickets can be used to enter each theme park only once. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable and exclude activities/events separately priced. Higher-priced tickets are valid for use on dates with a lower price. 

*The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room. Additional per-adult charges may apply if there are more than two adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate, Deluxe and Studios at Deluxe Villa Resorts. Advance reservations required. Offer excludes the following room types: campsites, three-bedroom villas, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. 25 percent savings is for select Disney Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resorts. Lower savings may be available for other Disney Resort hotels. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. 

Don't Miss Pixar Fest at Disneyland Resort!

There is still time to experience Pixar Fest if you're headed to the Disneyland® Resort. Pixar Fest is celebrating favorite characters and stories from Pixar Animation Studios until Sept. 3, 2018.

With only six weeks left to enjoy Pixar Fest, here are six reasons why you need to get to Disneyland and not miss it!

1. “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular“ – Guests can celebrate the heart of Pixar with this emotion-filled fireworks and multimedia spectacular. Watch from Sleeping Beauty Castle, ‘it’s a small world,’ Rivers of America or Main Street, U.S.A. for a different perspective!
2. Themed Eats and Treats – A bevy of delicious, limited-time Pixar-inspired fare awaits! Favorites include “Toy Story”-inspired Cheeseburger Pizza from Alien Pizza Planet and “Monsters, Inc.”-inspired Chilled Noodle Salad from Lucky Fortune Cookery.
3. Pixar Pals Dance Party – In the evening, head over to Tomorrowland Terrace in Disneyland Park for a groovin’ time with pals like Mike and Sulley from “Monsters, Inc.” or Woody and Jessie from “Toy Story."
4. Limited-time Merchandise – Get into the spirit with unique Pixar Fest apparel, accessories, souvenirs and more! Top picks include Pixar-themed headwear and friendship charm bracelets.
5. Atmosphere Entertainment – Guests can enjoy the memorable tunes of Pixar films played by the Disneyland Band, Dapper Dans, Royal Street Bachelors, Jambalaya Jazz Band, Mariachi Divas and The Straw Hatters. Check out the daily entertainment schedule to catch upcoming performances!
6. Pixar Shorts Film Festival – Check out heartwarming Pixar Shorts, including “Bao,” “La Luna” and “Sanjay’s Super Team,” all presented in 3D, returning today (July 20, 2018) to the Sunset Showcase Theater at Disney California Adventure® Park, !

“a bug’s land” will be closing to make way for the Super Hero-themed land, which will open in 2020. The last day to experience the fun of being a bug is Sept. 4, 2018.

To book your next Disneyland vacation with a Disney Vacation Planner that will listen to your needs and wants, who also has FREE vacation planning services, email me at lauren@magicaltravel.com or you can use this fast and easy form to request a no obligation quote! You can also call me at 800-883-1535 x 46!

As a Disney Vacation Planner, I'll help you plan the most magical Disneyland vacation - all for free! You won't pay one penny more by booking with me but you'll get personalized help and advice from someone that will get to know you, your wants and your travel plans (which you’re not going to get if you book on your own or direct with Disney)!  Just a few of the few things I'll do for FREE: help to find you the perfect Resort for your stay; I'll help you make your Dining Reservations and Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Reservations; book any tours or unique experiences; help you with FastPass+ and MaxPass; and send you tips and tricks to get the most out of your vacation investment!  Plus my clients that book a Disneyland vacation package get a FREE DISNEY GIFT CARD and more! With all of these perks from me, you're bound to have a magical vacation!

Please note, attractions, entertainment and offerings are subject to change without notice.

Epcot is a Great Day

From around the globe to under the sea to the far reaches of space, Epcot® is the perfect place to discover the wonders of the world...and beyond. Plus, take a magical, musical on-the-water journey through Arendelle and celebrate a very special “summer snow day” with Queen Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff and friends on Frozen Ever After. Visit Crush from Finding Nemo at an aquarium and have a conversation with him. Find out what it is like to be an astronaut and pilot a space shuttle into outer space! Create a truly unique car and put it to the test on a track. Listen to musical performances from all over the world.  Soar over iconic landmarks all over the globe.  Eat delicious treats from eleven countries! Get a closer at all there is to do at Epcot in this video!

When you book your Disney vacation with me, Lauren Gonding - A Disney Vacation Planner, you will get my planning services for FREE! There are a few ways you can book with me (or to request a quote or to have questions answered): You can

1.    Email me at lauren@magicaltravel.com;

2.    Answer a few questions to request a quote;

3.    Message me on Facebook; or

4.    Call me at 800-883-1535 x 46

As a Disney Vacation Planner, I'll help you plan the most magical vacation - all for free! You won't pay one penny more by booking with me but you'll get personalized help and advice from someone that will get to know you, your wants and your travel plans (which you’re not going to get if you book on your own or direct with Disney)!  Just a few of the few things I'll do for FREE!

• Help to find you the perfect Walt Disney World Resort; 
• I'll make your Advance Dining Reservations (no early mornings for you!); 
• I'll make your Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Reservations;
• I'll make your FastPass+ selections (once gain no early mornings for you!); 
• Book any tours or unique experiences; 
• Send you tips and tricks to get the most out of your vacation investment; AND 
• Get a FREE DISNEY GIFT CARD and more! 

With all of these perks from me, you're bound to have a magical vacation!