It's a Great Time For ... Magic Kingdom Park

When you visit Magic Kingdom® Park at Walt Disney World® Resort, you can explore six enchanted lands of fantasy and fairy tale to experience one-of-a-kind attractions and unforgettable moments. Enjoy all-time classics like Pirates of the Caribbean, Dumbo the Flying Elephant and Peter Pan’s Flight.

And if you are looking to amp up the excitement, don't miss Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Splash Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Space Mountain.

At night, the fireworks spectacular Happily Ever After will take you on an unforgettable journey that captures the heart, humor and heroism of many favorite Disney animated films. Be dazzled as Cinderella Castle comes to life with Disney scenes, Characters, music and moments during the spellbinding nighttime show Once Upon A Time.

Get a closer look 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 plus a FREE Disney Gift Card! 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!

Family-Style Dining To Debut at Pizzafari

Pizzafari is a popular quick-service restaurants at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park. They serve freshly baked pizzas and delicious Italian-inspired eats has a new exciting offering coming this summer! Starting July 31, 2018, you will be able to choose between a classic quick-service experience or making a reservation for the brand-new Pizzafari Family-Style Dining Experience.

To get ready for an Italian feast set in one of the restaurant’s wildly vibrant dining rooms, you will need to stop by the podium to check in upon arrival. After placing the drink orders, you will be seated in one of two dining rooms that have been designated for this new experience. Once seated, enjoy a selection of family-style plates delivered right to the table: two appetizers (Caprese Salad and Caesar Salad), as well as three entrees, including pasta, chicken, and pizza dishes, and end the meal with a sweet dessert!

Pizzafari Family-Style Dining will be offered between 5pm and 8pm daily starting July 31, 2018. Cost is $19.99 for Guests ages 10 and older and $11.99 for Guests ages 3-9, including tax and non-alcoholic beverages. Beer and wine will also be available for separate purchase. This experience also counts as one Disney Dining Plan quick service meal entitlement. Reservations are now available online at DisneyWorld.com/Dine or by calling 407-WDW-DINE (407-939-3463).

When you book your Disney vacation with me, Lauren Gonding - A Disney Vacation Planner, you will get my planning services for FREE plus a FREE Disney Gift Card! 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!

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.

2019 Bookings for Aulani Now Available

Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai‘i. is where families can discover a family paradise with a touch of magic.  There's something for everyone to enjoy at this award-winning Resort, and so much is included with your stay! 

There are endless activities at this resort for your family to enjoy. Including complimentary beach activities, complimentary kids programs and activities; evening entertainment; Disney character meet and greets; and more. The pools at this resort are outstanding and anything you could ever want - water slides, lazy rivers, interactive play areas and even a quiet pool.

The comfortable accommodations with decor inspired by the beauty of the Hawaiian islands range from hotel rooms, suites to villas that will have a kitchenette or a full kitchen plus a washer and dryer. 

Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa is now available to book for 2019 vacations! Packages will be valid for arrivals January 1, 2019-April 30, 2020. To book your Aulani vacation in Hawaii, email me lauren@magicaltravel.com or call me at 800-883-1535 x 46! When you book your Aulani vacation with me, I'll give you a FREE Disney Gift card that you can spend at the resort during your vacation!

Rivers of Light Dessert Party!

Walt Disney World Resort loves a good Dessert Party. Dessert Parties are an exclusive event held before or after a nighttime shows at (previously) Magic Kingdom, Epcot or Disney's Hollywood Studios.  Guests pay for exclusive access to a buffet of sweet treats, snacks, drinks and premium seating to the park's nighttime show. Before today, dessert parties were only held for Happily Every After Fireworks; IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth; Fantasmic!; and Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular. Disney's Animal Kingdom was left out on the dessert party fun until today!

The Rivers of Light dessert party will be held prior to the show. Guests start by checking in 60 minutes prior to the main show (8:15 p.m. for a 9:15 p.m. show) at the Rivers of Light Asia Viewing Area Terrace located across from Expedition Everest.  At this location, party-goers will enjoy house-made desserts, snacks, specialty alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, iced tea, lemonade, and water. When the show is about to start, they'll head down to the VIP Seating Area, where they'll enjoy exceptional views of Rivers of Light.  With captivating special effects, music, and animal folklore, this incredible show celebrates the beauty of all living things. And now, you can celebrate the beauty of sweet desserts with the new Rivers of Light Dessert Party!

Parties are currently being held on Monday, Thursday and Saturday. Guests must be at least 21 years of age or older and able to present a valid form of ID to consume alcoholic beverages. Admission is $79 per adult and $47 per child (ages 3 to 9) including tax; gratuity not included or required. Reservations are now open!

When you book your Disney vacation with me, Lauren Gonding - A Disney Vacation Planner, you will get my planning services for FREE plus a FREE Disney Gift Card! 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!

Walt Disney World Water Parks

Did you know that Walt Disney World Resort has water parks - in addition to the four theme parks? There are two water parks at the Walt Disney World Resort: Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park. Both of the Disney Water Parks, it’s a great time for swimming, soaking, drifting, racing, laughing and playing. All accompanied by a big splash of magic! Take a look ...



Discover why no Walt Disney World vacation is complete without a visit to our splash-tastic water parks!  Add a visit to the water parks on your next Disney vacation by simply adding the Park Hopper® Plus Ticket Option to your vacation package!

When you book your Disney vacation with me, Lauren Gonding - A Disney Vacation Planner, you will get my planning services for FREE plus a FREE Disney Gift Card! 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!

New Years Celebrations at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Planning ahead for big holiday events is very important, and New Year’s Eve is right there at the top of the list. If you are looking for a unique experience outside of the theme parks, Disney’s Contemporary Resort is the place to be. But don't wait to book because party bookings are now available!

To ring in 2019, two New Year’s Eve celebrations are available at Disney’s Contemporary Resort: Pixar Party: A New Year’s Eve Celebration (recommended for families) and Disney Countdown to Midnight, including an option to purchase VIP access to the Ink and Paint Club (recommended for adults without kids). Both celebrations will feature entertainment, music, food and other refreshments, plus a viewing of the  New Year’s Eve fireworks at Magic Kingdom® Park to cap off the night. Here’s what else to expect at each party:

Pixar Party: A New Year’s Eve Celebration (8 p.m.-12:15 a.m.)

This New Year’s Eve, welcome in 2019 with a festive, family-friendly frolic through some childhood joys during Pixar Party: A New Year’s Eve Celebration at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Sarge from Pixar Animation Studios’ Toy Story films will welcome Guests as they arrive at the second floor of the resort. Once inside, Guests will discover spaces that have been transformed with scenes from beloved Pixar movies. Highlights of the evening include:

• Being enveloped in the worlds of various Disney•Pixar films, like “Inside Out,” “The Incredibles,” “Finding Nemo” and “Up,” including meeting some of your favorite characters.
• Kids’ activities, including Boot Camp with Sarge, Pixar Face Painting and a balloon artist creating favorite Pixar characters.
• An interactive DJ spinning Radio Disney hits from his Cars-inspired DJ Rig, complete with tires and road signs right out of Radiator Springs.
• A delicious buffet dinner, including Woody’s Favorite Lemon Thyme Chicken Breast, Wall-E’s Pan Seared Mahi-Mahi, Rex’s Manhattan Filet, Sulley’s Beast White Cheddar Baked Mac & Cheese, build-your-own salad options, desserts, kids’ favorites like chicken fingers and more.
• A viewing of the famous Magic Kingdom New Year’s Eve fireworks.

Tickets are $190 per person, including tax and gratuity. To purchase tickets, call me, Lauren Gonding a Disney Vacation Planner at 800-883-1535 x 46!

Disney Countdown to Midnight (8 p.m.-12:15 a.m.)

This New Year’s Eve, dress up and party during Disney Countdown to Midnight – an evening of dining, dancing and enchantment in the Fantasia Ballroom at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Discover a world sparkling with magic – everything from a Mickey Mouse mirror ball to Disney Character topiaries – as you move and groove to the high-energy New Year’s Bash Band and a live DJ providing music all night long. Other highlights of the evening include:

• A “cheftainment” station featuring a seasonal menu inspired by some Disney Signature Dining restaurants – with a touch of Disney magic.
• A special appearance by Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse.
• At the end of the night, Guests will be invited out to the porte cochère, where they will receive a Champagne flute and welcome 2019 with a viewing of the famous Magic Kingdom New Year’s Eve fireworks.

Tickets are $275, including tax and gratuity. To purchase tickets, call call me, Lauren Gonding a Disney Vacation Planner at 800-883-1535 x 46!

Ink and Paint Club experience (7 p.m.-12:15 a.m.)

Offered only as a VIP enhancement to the Disney Countdown to Midnight party and located adjacent to the Fantasia Ballroom at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, this special reception begins prior to the opening of the main event. At the Ink and Paint Club, Guests will step back in time into a vintage Disney Animation-inspired room with silver Chiavari chairs, metallic tables and references to classic Disney Animation filling the room. Ticketed Guests can visit the lounge throughout the evening, starting with a featured reception from 7-8 p.m. Highlights of this special reception include:

• Photo opportunities with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse with a unique Disney Animation backdrop.
• A pianist providing live entertainment.
• Chef stations featuring king crab, tuna tartare, sheep’s milk ricotta gnocchi, cocktails, Champagne, cordials and more – all included with admission.
• Reserved seating in the Disney Countdown to Midnight Party when it opens at 8 p.m.

Disney Ink & Paint Club is only available as a part of an enhanced ticket that includes access to both the Disney Countdown to Midnight and the Ink & Paint Club for $450 total per guest. Access to Ink & Paint Club must be purchased concurrently with the Disney Countdown to Midnight ticket and cannot be added on at a later date. To purchase tickets, call call me, Lauren Gonding a Disney Vacation Planner at 800-883-1535 x 46!

4 Must-Try Digital Experiences at Disneyland Resort This Summer

Summer is here, and what better way to celebrate than with a trip to Disneyland® Resort? It’s never been easier to enjoy time with family and friends thanks to the suite of digital offerings now available at the resort. Take a look below for tips and tricks that will make your next visit even more fun-filled.

• Disneyland App – This one-stop-shop for Disneyland Resort makes trip planning a breeze. The handy app captures attraction wait times, character appearance schedules, entertainment show times and more.
• Disney MaxPass – Guests are loving the Disney MaxPass feature on the Disneyland App. For $10 per day per ticket, get the convenience of digital Disney FASTPASS selections while in the park and unlimited PhotoPass downloads for the day.*  
• Mobile Ordering – The latest feature on the Disneyland App gives you the power to order from 15 quick-service and fast casual restaurant locations at both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure® Park at the touch of a button. Simply choose a participating location, select an arrival time window for pickup, choose your items and place an order!** When you arrive at the food location, simply hit “I’m here” and your food will be prepared. Fan-favorite spots include Bengal Barbecue, Red Rose Taverne and Flo’s V8 Café.
• Play Disney Parks App – Last but not least, an all-new mobile app just made its debut at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World® Resort! With select in-queue experiences, fun Disney trivia, curated playlists on Apple Music*** and achievements to earn and collect, this app turns wait time into play time across the resort. It’s free to download now on the App Store and Google Play.

There’s so much to do and see this summer at Disneyland Resort – Pixar Pier, anyone? – and these digital offerings will help you get the most out of your next visit! Don't forget, this summer you can also check out Pixar Fest while at the resort, with new entertainment, décor, themed eats and more through Sept. 3, 2018. Book your Disneyland Resort vacation now and save with this Last Summer Hurrah Promotion! Save now on vacations Aug. 5th to Sept. 27th!

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!

*Disney MaxPass is nonrefundable. Guests are strongly advised to check the day’s FASTPASS® ticket availability and other Park details before purchasing Disney MaxPass as preferred attractions may not be available at the time of purchase. FASTPASS® tickets are limited and availability is not guaranteed. Disney PhotoPass® Service is subject to the PhotoPass® terms and expiration policy found at https://disneyland.disney.go.com/photopass-terms-conditions/. Online registration required. Disney PhotoPass® photos captured during the day your Disney MaxPass is used must be linked to your Disney account.

**A debit or credit card must be linked to your Disney account.

*** Some features require an Apple Music subscription and are only available on iOS devices. Separate terms and conditions apply.

Message, data and roaming rates may apply for app use. 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.

Separate theme park admission required. Subject to restrictions and change without notice.

Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone and Apple Music are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Google Play is a trademark of Google LLC.

Candlelight Processional Dining Packages

Even though summer is in full swing, Walt Disney World® Resort is excited to announce  information about this year’s holiday events at Epcot®!

Part of the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays, the Candlelight Processional is one of the most beloved events at Walt Disney World Resort. Many Guests plan their holiday vacations around their favorite celebrity narrators. This year’s event starts on Thanksgiving Day, November 22, 2018 for the first time ever.

The Candlelight Processional presents the traditional story of Christmas in truly spectacular fashion – with a 50-piece orchestra, a massed choir and a celebrity narrator. The processional is performed three times per night (5:00, 6:45 and 8:15 p.m.) during the holiday season at the America Gardens Theatre. Also available, on select days and evenings, Candlelight Processional Dining Packages which include a delicious meal and a guaranteed seat for one of the Candlelight Processional performances. Availability is limited for these dining packages as they allow guests to get a great seat for the Candlelight Processional without having to wait for it!

This is where you need to start paying attention: Candlelight Processional Dining Packages go on sale Wednesday July 11, 2018! This means if you've been waiting to book your holiday vacation, now is the time to do so!

Here are a couple of names of currently booked celebrity narrators.  Returning favorites include actress/host Whoopi Goldberg; entertainer Pat Sajak; actors Neil Patrick Harris, Chita Rivera, Gary Sinise, Blair Underwood and Edward James Olmos; and Jodi Benson, who voices Ariel in Disney’s animated classic “The Little Mermaid.”

Here is the lineup so far. We hope to share more names soon.*

• 11/22 – 11/23 – Chita Rivera
• 11/24 – 12/2 – TBD
• 12/3 – 12/6 – Neil Patrick Harris
• 12/7 – 12/9 – Whoopi Goldberg
• 12/10 – 12/12 – TBD
• 12/13 – 12/14 – Blair Underwood
• 12/15 – 12/17 – Gary Sinise
• 12/18 – 12/20 – Pat Sajak
• 12/21 – 12/23 – TBD
• 12/24 – 12/25 – Edward James Olmos
• 12/26 – 12/27 – Jodi Benson
• 12/28 – 12/30 – TBD

Lunch and dinner packages are available at some favorite Epcot restaurants including: Akershus Royal Banquet Hall (Norway pavilion); Biergarten Restaurant (Germany pavilion); Chefs de France (France pavilion); Coral Reef Restaurant (The Seas pavilion); The Garden Grill Restaurant (The Land pavilion); La Hacienda de San Angel** and San Angel Inn Restaurante (Mexico pavilion); Nine Dragons Restaurant (China pavilion); Restaurant Marrakesh and Spice Road Table (Morocco pavilion); Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room (United Kingdom pavilion); Teppan Edo and Tokyo Dining (Japan pavilion); and Tutto Italia Ristorante and Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria (Italy pavilion).

Breakfast, lunch and dinner options are also available this year at Epcot-area resort restaurants at Ale & Compass at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, with breakfast and dinner options being offered at Trattoria Al Forno at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn.

Candlelight Processional Dining Packages start at:

• For Breakfast: $38 plus tax per person for adults and $22 plus tax per person for children, ages 3-9.
• For Lunch: $50 plus tax per person for adults and $16.99 plus tax per person for children, ages 3.
• For Dinner: $55 plus tax per person for adults and $16.99 plus tax per person for children, ages 3-9.

Epcot provides an extravaganza of holiday entertainment, merchandise, food, beverages and festivities where Guests can celebrate at Epcot throughout the holiday season. Time-honored traditions come alive through the sights and sounds of the countries of World Showcase, and live performances enliven the park throughout the day.

When you book your holiday Disney vacation with me, Lauren Gonding - A Disney Vacation Planner, you will get my planning services for FREE including booking the Candlelight Processional Dining Package for you! 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; or4.    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!

*Narrators and entertainment are subject to change without notice. Epcot admission is required and not included in the dining package price.

** Candlelight Processional Dining Packages are available for dinner only.

Walt Disney World Club Level Guests to Get Theme Park Extras

Starting today, Friday, January 12, 2018, Guests staying in rooms at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotels that are eligible for Disney Signature Services and who have purchased a 3-day or longer theme park ticket or an annual pass are able to purchase a theme park extras for $50 plus tax per Guest per day as part of a new, limited pilot program. 


Those that purchase these extras will receive the following:

• Three additional FastPass+ selections per day. FastPass+ attractions and entertainment experiences, the number of selections you can make and available arrival windows are limited.
• The opportunity to reserve these three additional FastPass+ selections in more than one theme park when a valid Park Hopper option is also purchased with the ticket.
• A booking window of up to 90 days in advance for these three additional FastPass+ selections and the ability to book them at multiple top-tier attractions. Guests may not repeat the same FastPass+ attraction during a single day.
• Preferred viewing location for nighttime spectaculars, one per day, including Happily Ever After at Magic Kingdom®Park, Illuminations: Reflections of Earth at Epcot®, Fantasmic! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios® and Rivers of Light at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park. Advanced reservation is required and availability of each nighttime spectacular preferred viewing location is limited.

All theme park Guests with valid theme park admission continue to receive up to three  FastPass+ selections at a single park per day at no extra charge, as well as additional day-of in-park selections that may be reserved and redeemed one-at-a-time after those initial three selections are redeemed.

To book your Walt Disney World Resort vacation, email me (a trained and experienced Disney Vacation Planner) at lauren@magicaltravel.com. Or you can use this fast and easy form to request a free, no obligation quote!

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 and Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Reservations; make your FastPass+ selections; book any tours or unique experiences; and send you tips and tricks to get the most out of your vacation investment!  

Plus my clients that book a 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!