Category Disney World

Jan 8 2015

IllumiNations Sparkling Dessert Party Returns

IllumiNations

Exciting news – The IllumiNations Sparkling Dessert Party has returned to Epcot! This fun and delectable event is being held on select Wednesday, Friday and Saturday evenings during January and February at Epcot’s Showcase Plaza from 7:45pm – 9:20pm. Guests will enjoy delicious desserts and wines in a beautiful setting with a perfect view of the World Showcase Lagoon during the nighttime spectacular Illuminations: Reflections of Earth.

The scrumptious sweets and beverages being served include:

  • Traditional baklava from Morocco
  • Tiramisu from Italy
  • Chocolate ganache tarts from France
  • Crisped rice puffs inspired by Asian cuisine
  • Cinnamon sugar churros with caramel and chocolate sauces from Mexico
  • Seasonal berry cobbler from the United States
  • Apple dried fruit crumbles from the United Kingdom
  • Sparkling blue velvet cupcakes
  • Chocolate chip cookies
  • No-sugar-added lemon cookies
  • Assorted beverages and sparkling wines

Important Reminders

  • The food and beverage selections are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Epcot admission is also required and is not included in the price of the IllumiNations Sparkling Dessert Party.
  • There is no seating available at the IllumiNations Sparkling Dessert Party venue.
  • The IllumiNations Sparkling Dessert Party venue is uncovered.
  • In the event of inclement weather, the dessert portion of the party will take place at an alternate indoor location.
  • IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth may be canceled without prior notice due to inclement weather.

Admission to the IllumiNations Sparkling Dessert Party
costs $49 for adults and $29 for children ages 3 to 9 (tax and gratuity included).
Please click this link or call 407-WDW-DINE to book now – space is limited!

Jan 7 2015

Disney World Refurbishments 2015

Magic Kingdom At Night

Updated June 1, 2015

Planning a trip to Disney World in 2015? Throughout the year Disney closes attractions for enhancements or maintenance. Here’s the current list of planned refurbishments. Please remember that these dates are tentative and are subject to change.

Magic Kingdom

  • Dream Along With Mickey: July 19 – August 22, 2015
  • Liberty Square Riverboat: August 4 – August 10, 2015
  • Liberty Tree Tavern: July 6 – November 20, 2015
  • Pirates of the Caribbean: June 8 – September 25, 2015
  • Walt Disney World Railroad: September 28 – November 5, 2015

Epcot

  • Maelstrom and Spirit of Norway Film: Ongoing – Reopening in 2016 Reimagined as a New Frozen Attraction

Hollywood Studios

  • Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage: June 12 – June 14, 2015
  • Voyage of the Little Mermaid: September 7 – September 10, 2015

Animal Kingdom

  • Creature Comforts: Reopening June 2015 as the New Starbucks Location
  • Flame Tree BBQ: January 5 – June 3, 2015

Water Parks

  • Typhoon Lagoon: Park Closed October 25 – January 1, 2016

Downtown Disney

  • Downtown Disney is undergoing a major transformation to become the reimagined Disney Springs. Construction will be finished in phases with the final completion date set for Fall 2016.

Resort Hotels

  • Art of Animation: Finding Nemo Schoolyard Wet Play Area May 26 – June 29, 2015
  • Beach Club Resort: Ongoing Guest Room Refurbishments To Be Completed In 2015
  • Contemporary Resort: Main Pool September 8 – September 10, 2015
  • Polynesian Resort: Polynesian East Pool To Be Completed In 2016
  • Walt Disney World Swan: Ongoing Guest Room Refurbishments To Be Completed In 2015
  • Walt Disney World Dolphin: Guest Room Refurbishments 2016 – 2017

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Have a magical Disney World vacation!

Jan 6 2015

Disney World Enthusiast – Voted Top Disney Blog

Top Disney Blogs

Thanks so much to everyone that voted for Disney World Enthusiast for Top Disney Blog last quarter on The Best Of Disney! My website came in first place out of almost 100 Disney blogs from across the internet. Please check out the article here with all of the details including a complete list of the Top 25 Disney Blogs. I truly appreciate the support!

Jan 6 2015

Disney Flip Side Sweepstakes

Disney Flip Side

Have you heard the exciting news? Every day from now until January 31, Disney is flipping around the fun and giving away a Walt Disney World vacation. Here’s what it includes:

  • 1-Night stay at the Cinderella Castle Suite in the Magic Kingdom Park
  • 3 Nights at a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel
  • 5-Day Magic Your Way Tickets with Park Hopper and Water Parks Fun & More Options
  • $500 Disney Gift Card
  • Personalized “Disney Side” Welcome Basket
  • Glass Slipper Gift inspired by the new live-action film “Cinderella,” in theaters March 13
  • Round-trip coach airfare (If the winner resides more than 250 miles from the Walt Disney World Resort)

You can enter to win every day at DisneyFlipSide.com. Good luck, everyone! 

Jan 5 2015

Disney Discounts For The Week Of January 5, 2015

Please check out this week’s amazing Disney discounts!

Walt Disney World® Resort

  • Save Up to 30% Off Hotels through Summer: Save up to 30% off your hotel accommodations for a 2015 Disney World vacation.  Select dates from now through June 15, 2015.
  • Kid Sized Deal for Families of 3: Book your family of 3 at a Disney Value Resort for select nights from April 12 – May 28 for 3 nights with 2-Day Tickets for as little as $909! Click the banner below and fill out the quote form for more details and restrictions.
  • Active/Retired Military Rates: For US active and retired military, save money on tickets and resort accommodations through October 2015.
  • Florida Resident & Annual Passholder Rates: Florida Residents and Annual Passholders can take advantage of great rates on rooms at select Disney Resort Hotels up to 35% off through Spring 2015.
  • RunDisney Group Rates: Are you a runner? Do you want to run a race with Mickey Mouse? Join the VIP runners at Destinations in Florida for some of the favorite races including Disney Princess Run and Expedition Everest. These exclusive rates are only with Destinations in Florida.

Click the banner below and fill out the quote form to take advantage of these great offers!

Disneyland® Resort

  • Save up to 25% Off Spring 2015 Vacations: Save up to 25% on Disneyland Resort Hotel stays now through February 12, 2015 and save up to 20% on stays February 13 – March 26, 2015.
  • Active/Retired Military Rates: For US active and retired military, save money on tickets and resort accommodations through October 2015.

Click the banner below and fill out the quote form to take advantage of these great offers!

Disney Cruise Line®

  • Half Off Disney Cruise Deposits: Book your 2015 Disney Cruise vacation by February 15 and you only pay half of the regular deposit to hold your reservation.
  • Canadian Residents Save up to 20% Off: Through March 2015, Canadian Residents can save up to 20% off Disney Cruise prices on select cruises.
  • Special Rates for Florida Residents and US Military: Take advantage of special deals for Florida Residents and active/retired United States Military.

Click the banner below and fill out the quote form to take advantage of these great offers!