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.

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Fan Favorites: Disney California Adventure Park

Today, is a highlight of Disney California Adventure® Park favorites that will fill your vacation with excitement and, of course, adventure! Whether you are a dedicated theme park explorer or a first-time visitor, now is the time to go and enjoy!

Here are five fantastic experiences at Disney California Adventure Park:

1. Live the stories of Pixar – Enjoy the splendor of what Pixar Pier has to offer, including attractions, character encounters, entertainment, food and more! If Guests brave the Incredicoaster, this high-speed attraction will have them  soaring through the sky with the super family in a mad dash to catch Jack-Jack.

2. Join Rocket on a mission – Hop aboard the Collector’s gantry lift on Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! Help rescue Rocket’s fellow Guardians all while jamming out to Star-Lord’s classic mixtapes. It’ll be sure to drop you out of this universe!

3. Encounter Super Heroes – Meet legendary Super Heroes like Black Panther, Captain America and Spider-Man in Hollywood Land throughout the day. Photos are a must, so bring your most courageous poses and fierce smiles!

4. Rev your engines with the “Cars” crew – Guests can get their kicks as they ride off to the races on Radiator Springs Racers in Cars Land. The whole family will love zooming along with Lightning McQueen and other car-acters through Ornament Valley.

5. Discover delicious California-inspired cuisine and beverages – Starting March 1 through April 23, 2019, you can experience culinary craftsmanship at Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. During this one-of-a-kind event, Guests can taste innovative bites and sips, watch demonstrations, talk to chefs and get inspired in the kitchen!

And if that wasn’t enough to get you excited, there are incredible ticket offers available, helping you save while spending more time at both theme parks! Ask me for more details about the current Disneyland promotions!

What are your must-do’s at Disney California Adventure park?

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• 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!

Super Heroes at DCA

Favorite heroes are now convening throughout Hollywood Land in Disney California Adventure® Park for the ultimate heroic encounter!  For a limited time, Super Heroes have teamed up to meet with their newest “recruits” and save the universe.

• Black Panther and Black Widow: The king of Wakanda and his Royal Guards, the Dora Milaje will be joined by Agent Natasha Romanoff, also known as Black Widow, to show off the latest in Vibranium technology.
• Captain America: Celebrate the First Avenger as he arrives on the Avengers vehicle to greet gathered citizens.
• Spider-Man: The daring, yet friendly web slinger is here to protect the streets. Snap a photo, grab an autograph or just thank him for protecting the neighborhood!
• Thor and Gamora: Two of the most powerful warriors in the galaxy team up to defend a Sakaarian outpost. While meeting them, you may learn tactical fighting techniques and hear tales of valor!
• Loki: The trickster, Loki has arrived and will be searching for allies to join his exploits.

And Doctor Strange will also arrive at DCA Park later this summer for a limited time.

To book your Disneyland vacation, email me 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!

Star Wars and Marvel Return to Disney Cruises in 2019!

In 2019, epic adventures at sea return to Disney Cruise Line with special engagements of two popular itineraries – Star WarsDay at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea. Spanning two Disney cruise ships, sailing across the Caribbean and Bahamas, these cruises bring Disney and fan-favorite fun to families and Guests of all ages.  

Star Wars Day at Sea

From January to early March, 2019, nine special seven-night Disney Fantasy sailings will transport you to the Caribbean and a galaxy far, far away.

Star Wars Day at Sea is an experience unlike any other where you can celebrate the legendary adventures and iconic characters from the Star Wars saga with Jedi, Wookiees, droids, Stormtroopers and others during the special day-long celebration.

The seven-night cruise features a full day of Star Wars activities including a deck party spectacular with an extraordinary fireworks display, encounters with the galaxy’s most formidable and heroic characters, Star Wars-themed family and youth activities, unique food and beverage offerings and special merchandise. 

Star Wars Day at Sea will only be offered on nine Disney Fantasy seven-night Caribbean cruises sailing from Port Canaveral, Florida.

• Departing Jan. 5, Jan. 19, Feb. 2, Feb. 16 and March 2 of 2019, the Western Caribbean itinerary includes Cozumel, Mexico; Grand Cayman; Falmouth, Jamaica, and Disney’s private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay.
• Departing Jan. 12, Jan. 26, Feb. 9 and Feb. 23, 2019, the Eastern Caribbean itinerary includes Tortola, St. Thomas and Disney Castaway Cay.

Marvel Day at Sea

From January to early March, 2019, 10 special five-night Disney Magic sailings will take you to the Caribbean and Bahamas, along with an action-packed, day-long celebration of the Marvel Universe.

Marvel Day at Sea combines the thrills of renowned Marvel comics, films and animated series, with the excitement of a Disney Cruise to summon everyone’s inner Super Hero for adventures that lie ahead during this unforgettable day at sea.

Occurring on one action-packed day during each of the select five-night Disney Magic sailings, Marvel Day at Sea transports you to a new realm of possibilities when the largest collection of Marvel Super Heroes and Villains assembles on a cruise ship.

The event features all-day entertainment including interactions with some of the mightiest Marvel Super Heroes and the menacing foes who oppose them, an extraordinary deck show spectacular, Marvel-themed youth activities, special merchandise and unique food and beverage offerings.

Marvel Day at Sea will only be offered on 10 Disney Magic five-night Caribbean and Bahamian cruises sailing from Miami, Florida:

• Departing Jan. 6 and Jan. 20, 2019, the Western Caribbean itinerary includes Grand Cayman and Disney’s private island in the Bahamas, Disney Castaway Cay.
• Departing Jan. 11, Jan. 25, Feb. 8, Feb. 22 and March 8, 2019, the Bahamian itinerary includes Key West, Florida; Nassau, Bahamas, and Disney Castaway Cay.
• Departing Feb. 3, Feb. 17 and March 3, 2019, the Western Caribbean itinerary includes Cozumel, Mexico, and Disney Castaway Cay.

If you're interested in going on a Disney Cruise, email me at lauren@magicaltravel.com or you can use this fast and easy form to request a quote!

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Top Reasons to Visit Disney Parks in 2018!

The year 2018 is shaping up to be an unforgettable year of anniversaries, expansions and new experiences for Guests visiting the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. 

Here’s a round-up of just some of the fun that you can enjoy across the theme parks and cruise ships in 2018!

Disneyland® Resort

1. New Dining, Retail & Family-Friendly Entertainment Coming to Downtown Disney® District at the Disneyland Resort in Early 2018 – New dining and entertainment experiences are coming to Downtown Disney District very soon, including Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire by ILMxLAB and The VOID and Splitsville Luxury Lanes. D-Street will also be reimagined into a retail space that offers Disney fans a variety of Disney-themed home goods.

2. Lunar New Year Festival Returns to Disney California Adventure® Park – This spectacular festival, January 26 - February 18, will feature Hurry Home — Lunar New Year Celebration, a nighttime water show on Paradise Bay; specialty Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese foods at marketplaces; Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession; traditional crafts and more.

3. Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Expands to Six Weeks in 2018 –Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival will return March 2 - April 12, 2018, bringing delicious cuisine, specialty beverages and exciting entertainment to Disneyland Resort Guests for its third season. The culinary festival will expand to six weeks, with more days for you to enjoy the flavors of the Golden State. More than a dozen Festival Marketplaces will feature California-inspired tastes and sips. Guests will experience presentations and demonstrations with celebrity chefs such as Robert Irvine and Alex Guarnaschelli; food and beverage tastings; winemaker dinners; beer, wine and spirit seminars – all in addition to live music, entertainment and special activities throughout the festival.

4. Pixar Fest Brings Celebration of Friendship Throughout Disneyland Resort – Beginning April 13, 2018, this limited-time celebration of friendship and beyond will feature the debut of an all-new “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular” and the return of two favorite parades as well as even more beloved Pixar characters, new décor, atmosphere entertainment, themed food and beverage and new merchandise items.  

5. Pixar Pier Will Debut This Summer – This summer will bring a transformed land for you to experience at Disney California Adventure park when Pixar Pier opens along the southern shore of Paradise Bay, with newly themed attractions, foods and merchandise throughout. This new, permanent land in the area that was Paradise Pier will introduce four new neighborhoods representing beloved Disney·Pixar stories: “The Incredibles,” “Toy Story,” “Inside Out” and a fourth neighborhood that will be a celebration of many of your favorite Pixar stories.  

Walt Disney World® Resort

6. Disney Springs® Will Welcome Eight New Dining Locations – A total of eight exciting new food and beverage locations are set to make their grand debuts at Disney Springs in 2018. The Edison, along with Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante, Enzo’s Hideaway and Pizza Ponte are scheduled to open early in 2018, while Terralina Crafted Italian, Wine Bar George, Jaleo and Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill are set to debut later on in the year.  

7. The Epcot® International Flower & Garden Festival Celebrates its 25th Anniversary –This year’s festival will run from February 28 - May 28, 2018. The 90-day event brings with it a multitude of Disney character topiaries, tasty offerings at 15 Outdoor Kitchens, garden tours, the Garden Rocks music series, new kids’ activities, the Egg-Stravaganza scavenger hunt and much more.

8. Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park Celebrates it’s 20th Anniversary – The theme park dedicated to celebrating life in the animal kingdom will mark a milestone 20th anniversary on Earth Day, April 22, 2018.  

9. Toy Story Land Opens in Summer 2018 – The highly anticipated expansion at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will debut to Guests this summer, and with it, two new attractions: Alien Swirling Saucers and the Slinky Dog Dash family coaster. You can already catch a glimpse of what’s in store inside the park’s Walt Disney Presents attraction, where they can view the model and some attraction vehicle maquettes.

Disney Cruise Line

10. Star Wars Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea Return from January-April 2018 – Epic adventures at sea return to Disney Cruise Line with special engagements of two popular events – Star Wars Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea. Spanning two Disney cruise ships, sailing across the Caribbean and Bahamas, these cruises bring Disney and fan-favorite fun to families and guests of all ages.

11. Rapunzel’s Royal Table Debuts on the Disney Magic in March 2018 – Exciting new spaces and experiences designed for Guests of all ages are coming to the Disney Magic in March 2018, including an enchanting dining experience for families at Rapunzel’s Royal Table. The first table service restaurant themed to “Tangled” that features characters and live entertainment will transport you to the kingdom of Corona for an evening of music and interactive fun.

12. Disney Cruise Line Visits New Destinations in Summer and Fall 2018 – Disney Cruise Line offers families a chance to see the world and explore magnificent destinations in 2018, including first-time visits to ports in Italy and Ireland during the summer and to Bermuda and Quebec City, Canada in the fall. Throughout the year, Disney Cruise Line will return to popular destinations in the Caribbean and Bahamas, Alaska, Europe, Canada and Mexican Riviera. 

To book your Disney Parks vacation, email me (a trained and experienced Disney Vacation Planner) at lauren@magicaltravel.com to request your 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!

Super Hero Black Panther Coming to Disney California Adventure Park

Early next year, Super Hero fans will explore the isolated and technologically advanced kingdom of Wakanda when “Black Panther” opens in theaters February 16, 2018. And for a limited time, Disney California Adventure® Park Guests will have the opportunity to encounter the king of Wakanda himself, Black Panther.

“Black Panther” follows T’Challa who, after the death of his father, the King of Wakanda, returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation to succeed to the throne and take his rightful place as king. But when a powerful old enemy reappears, T’Challa’s mettle as king — and Black Panther — is tested when he is drawn into a formidable conflict that puts the fate of Wakanda and the entire world at risk. Faced with treachery and danger, the young king must rally his allies and release the full power of Black Panther to defeat his foes and secure the safety of his people and their way of life.

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