Plan Your Disney Cruise Now!
Planning your Disney Cruise can be such an exciting event. You spend loads of time finding just the right itinerary and stateroom and making sure you have the dinner seating of your choice. And then the really fun part begins - reserving your shore excursions, spa visits, meals at Palo and kids' club reservations.
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Disney's California Food & Wine Festival
Everyone knows about the fabulous food and wine festival every year at the Walt Disney World® Resort, but did you know that Disneyland® Resort has one too? This year's event is being held from April 16 to May 31, 2010.
For the last five years Disneyland® Resort has been hosting its very own Disney's California Food & Wine Festival! This year's festival is named "The Art of Flavor" and will be held at Disney's California Adventure® Park and at select locations at the Disneyland® Resort. Featured will be a wide variety of culinary experiences! You can enjoy cooking demonstrations, seminars and recipes that reflect the Golden State's regional and culinary diversity.
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Disney's Most Delicious Offer is Back - FREE DINING!
Buy a 5-Night/6-Day Walt Disney World® Resort room and ticket package at Select Disney Value Resorts and get the Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan FREE! OR Purchase a 5-Night/6-Day Walt Disney World® Resort room and ticket package at select Disney Moderate /Deluxe/Deluxe Villa Resort and get the Disney Dining Plan FREE!
This offer is valid for travel most nights 8/15 through 10/2/10 and must be booked by 8/14/10. Stretch your vacation budget and enjoy all the culinary delights the Walt Disney World® Resort has to offer.
Click here to get your No-Obligation quote TODAY!
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Exclusive Shipboard Credit Offer for Friends and Family of MouseEarVacations!
Book your Disney Cruise with MouseEarVacations between May 11th and May 17th and receive a shipboard credit per stateroom up to $100, good towards merchandise, spa treatments, shore excursions and other onboard activities. All you have to do now is decide where you want to go. With itineraries like the Bahamas, the Caribbean, the Mexican Riviera, Alaska and more....there is something for everyone!
A Family Cruise for Everyone: Every Disney cruise offers a different kind of perfect for everyone in your family. Not only is a Disney Cruise Line® vacation a great place for families to come together, you also get relaxing moments apart. So kids can enjoy their kind of magic. And you can enjoy each other - knowing your kids are being cared for in true Disney style......
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Do YOU have a Travel Specialist working for YOU?
Maybe you're the type of person who loves to plan your vacation months or years ahead of time. You spend hours researching the best flights, hotel deals, tickets for attractions, making dining and excursion reservations. The night before you travel, there's a huge snowstorm or a volcanic eruption has stranded you overseas... who do you turn to? The website you booked it through? The toll-free number listed at the bottom of that email? After you go through five menus and have pressed "0" for customer service, you finally get a human being at the other end of the line. You are then bounced around from Agent A to Agent B to Agent C; your problem is still not resolved. You should've called your Travel Specialist... Travel Specialist?? What's that?!
A Travel Specialist (or Agent or Consultant) is someone who is dedicated to making your vacation run as smoothly as possible. Missed your flight? Call your agent! Want suggestions for the best excursions on your cruise? Call your agent! Not sure which cruise line or resort would best fit your needs, interest, and budget? Call your agent! Wouldn't it be refreshing to actually hear a voice asking "How can I help you?"-knowing this person is the agent you've been working with from the beginning, and will have your trip details at the tips of her fingers?
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To Park Hop or Not to Park Hop....
Last year, Disney raised the price of the Park Hopper® Option to approximately $55 per person, for the Walt Disney World® Resort. I've been asked many times if it's worth the extra cost. My initial response is always "Yes". Recently when pricing out a trip for my family and trying to keep it to a low budget I started to think "Do we really need the Park Hopper® Option?"
For families with small children the Park Hopper® Option is a must. I've been to the Walt Disney World® Resort with a 4 year old and no matter how much he liked what we were doing that day or the ride he had just been on, he constantly asked "When are we going back to Buzz Lightyear?" It became a daily ritual to head to the Magic Kingdom® Park at some point and ride Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin again. It's a good thing we were there during a low season so the lines weren't long. We definitely got our money's worth from the Park Hopper® Option on that trip!
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Where are the characters in the Disneyland® Resort?
Many people feel a trip to Disneyland® Resort is not complete unless they get to see their favorite character. Yet many people leave Disneyland® without getting to experience this magical event. The key to meeting your favorite character is knowing where to find them in the first place!!
The first place to look for them is as soon as you walk into the park. A lot of the time the characters are just inside the gates waiting to say good morning to the guests.
Another place to look for your favorite character is where they live. Where is that, you ask? Well in Toontown of course! Here you will find Mickey's House, Minnie's House, Chip n' Dale Treehouse, Donald's Boat, and Goofy's Playhouse. In addition to getting to see how they live you will hopefully get to meet them. Once you've been through Toontown, I recommend you take a stroll through Fantasyland, including the new Princess Fantasy Faire. Different characters can be found telling stories and visiting throughout.
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Flying over the Walt Disney World® Resort
One of the many hidden joys of a Walt Disney World® Resort vacation is the ability to experience adventures outside the theme parks. The marina at Disney's Contemporary Resort near the Magic Kingdom® plays host to Sammy Duvall Watersports. The cast members operate from this marina on the shores of Bay Lake to offer guests a variety of water sports including water skiing, guided fishing excursions, boat rentals and parasailing.
On one of our family vacations to the Walt Disney World® Resort, my son and I decided to try the parasailing. It was something we eagerly anticipated as the dates of our vacation drew near. Unfortunately, on the morning we were scheduled to "fly", we were told the winds were too high to allow the cast members to safely operate the boat and sail. We were given the opportunity to return when the winds died down and the parasailing experience was amazing! Once my son and I experienced the thrills of hanging 600 feet over the earth, we very much appreciated the safety rules Sammy Duvall Watersports follow.
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Breaking News! Disney Cruise Line® Kids Sail Free on Select Mexican Riviera Cruises
Beginning in January 2011, set sail aboard the Disney Wonder® on a Disney Cruise Line® 7-Night Mexican Riviera cruise. Traveling along the Baja, California peninsula, drop anchor in Cabo San Lucas, home to El Arco at Land's End. Stroll along golden, tree-lined beaches in Mazatlan, known to locals as the "Pearl of the Pacific." Shop and sightsee in world-famous Puerto Vallarta, an exotic port of call famous for fine dining and a thriving arts scene. And experience 3 fun-filled days at sea, where exquisite dining, unique entertainment and legendary Disney service seamlessly come together to create a vacation that every family member feels was created just for them - this is the Disney Difference.
Children ages 17 years of age and under traveling with 2 full-fare Guests in the same stateroom sail free on 7-Night Mexican Riviera cruises from January 23 through March 20, 2011. Valid for stateroom categories 4 - 11 only. Government Taxes, Fees and Port Adventures not included.
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Single Rider Lane
The long wait times for popular attractions at the Disney parks can certainly make your day seem a little less magical. If the FASTPASSes® have run out, there's still one way you can drastically reduce your wait time: the single rider line.
The single rider line helps maximize a ride's capacity by allowing cast members to fill in any free seats with single riders. For example, Expedition Everest seats two guests per row, so when a party with an odd number (like three or five) board the ride, there will be an empty seat next to one person. A single rider will then be used to fill in the free space.
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Are You Driving to Port Canaveral for a Magical Disney Cruise®?
If you are one of the many people who drive to Port Canaveral for a Disney Cruise®, here is a tip for you. There are several hotels right at the port that offer a "park and cruise" package. This means you can come down the night before to make sure you are well-rested and ready to go on your cruise.
Two of the Port Canaveral hotels offering these specials are the Comfort Inn & Suites (which is new and very nice) and the Radisson Resort at the Port. Prices range from $129-$149 per night for the park and cruise package.
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What is Vinylmation?
You have heard about it and you have more than likely seen it if you have visited any Disney park over the last few years. Vinylmation is a new Disney collectible that the entire family can enjoy. The collection has grown over the past year. The first figure was the white 3 inch "create your own" Vinylmation, released in November 2008 at the Festival of the Masters in Downtown Disney®.
The current Vinylmation figure is shaped like Mickey Mouse but does not represent Mickey Mouse. What you are seeing is a 3 dimensional canvas that the Disney artists are given to create their masterpieces. They can design on all sides creating some unique figures.
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Why Stay at a Deluxe Walt Disney World® Resort?
What are the benefits to staying at a Deluxe Walt Disney World® Resort? They offer the same benefits available to all Disney Resort Guests: Complimentary airport transfers with Disney's Magical Express, extra time in the theme parks, transportation within the Walt Disney World® Resort, dining packages, resort airline check-in. But, they also offer so much more!
Deluxe Walt Disney World® Resorts offer the highest level of quality and convenience and the theming is elaborate and all encompassing - from the beautiful rooms to the fabulous pools and stunning lobbies. Many have restaurants with award winning cuisine (there are worse ways to choose a resort than the onsite dining!).
Here is a brief overview of the fantastic Walt Disney World® Deluxe Resorts. The four Magic Kingdom® Area resorts are:
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Extra Magic on the Disneyland® Railroad
Every Disney fan knows that Walt Disney loved trains. The railroad tracks surround Disneyland® Park, and the Magic Kingdom® Park in Walt Disney World® Resort. Walt himself used to 'ride the rails' as the steam locomotives' engineer, and had an elaborate backyard railroad at his home in Los Angeles.
The locomotives at Disneyland® Park are one of the first things a visitor sees as they walk through the front gate, with the grand train station rising above the decorative flower bed where so many guests take their 'Welcome to Disneyland' photos.
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SPECIAL BREAKING NEWS!
Walt Disney World® Resort and Disneyland® Resort Vacations now available for 2011!!!
Walt Disney World® Resort
Now is the time to think about your next vacation! With over twenty resort hotels, four theme parks, two water parks, shopping and entertainment districts, fun awaits your every turn! Packages are available to suit every taste.
Contact your MouseEarVacation.com® Travel Consultant for further details. Don't have one yet? No worries! Click the Request a Quote button below and one of our experts will be glad to help make your travel dreams come true!
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Disneyland® Resort
Disney can take you places you may have only dreamed of, or perhaps want to explore again. Whether you want to tour the Disneyland® Resort, or combine the magic of Disney with another beautiful Southern California destination, we will help you create the most memorable vacation.
Need more information?
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Just released!
Three great offers to help plan your next visit to the Walt Disney World® Resort for travel October 2010 through September 2011!
FREE Dining: Buy a 4-night/5-day Magic Your Way room and ticket package at select Disney Moderate Resorts and get a FREE Disney Dining Plan. Select Travel Dates 10/1/10 through 9/29/11*
FREE Disney Gift Card: Buy a 5-Night/5-Day non-discounted Magic Your Way room and ticket package at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotels and get a Disney Gift Card FREE - up to $500! Select Travel Dates 10/3/10 - 2/16/11**
SAVE up to 40% off: Stay at a select Walt Disney World® Resort and save 25- 40%!
Click here to learn more or contact your MouseEarVacations' agent today!
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The Walt Disney World® Resort is Great All Year Long...How Do I Decide When to Go?
Trying to decide when to visit the Walt Disney World® Resort is the first tough decision you will have to make. But it sure is worth it! First you have to look at your family needs: Do you have children in school? Do you want to go when there is the least amount of people in attendance? Is there a special event or holiday you are interested in seeing? Do you want the weather to be hotter or cooler? There are many different and spectacular things to do and see at the Walt Disney World® Resort. Let's look at some of the wonderful choices available for fall and winter, to help you pick the perfect time for you.
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Disney's Vero Beach Resort
Would you like to extend that relaxing Disney Cruise Line® vacation with more fun with your family? Spend a few days at Disney's Vero Beach Resort! Located just 90 minutes down the coastline of Florida, Vero Beach is a beautiful seaside city. A stay at this resort feels like an extended port of call day, with plenty of relaxation and recreation to choose from!
Disney's Vero Beach Resort is everything you would expect from a Deluxe Disney Resort: beautiful accommodations, an excellently maintained beachfront, a family friendly pool, and many recreation amenities to choose from! The exciting pool has an amazing water slide and plenty of room to play. Toddlers are invited to climb aboard Tiger Lily, the interactive toddler water play area. Daily poolside games are geared for the entire family, from grandparents to the littlest guests; that is where the toddler in our family earned her nickname, "Baby Cha-Cha", as she won a prize in the dance contest!
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Doing Disney with Children
As much as I enjoy the "Disney experience", the thing that gives me the most satisfaction on a trip to the Walt Disney World® Resort is simply watching my children have a great time. Watching my two sons laugh and smile while experiencing Disney is what it's all about. As they grow older, I will never forget the expressions on their faces when they encountered "the real" Buzz Lightyear for the first time or when I took the stage as a participant at the Hoop-Dee-Doo-Musical Revue.
My satisfaction in our trips comes from more than just Disney's magic. Planning, especially when the kids were younger, took place well before we set foot in Orlando. Disney is a vast place and a sometimes overwhelming experience for the little ones. Part of your planning process should take this into account in order to make life a bit easier for them.
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3-D Magic at the Walt Disney World® Resort
Lately, 3-D movies are all the rage in the movie theater with some of the highest grossing movies ever being released. Of course, as always, Disney seems to be one step ahead of the pack and has been providing 3-D entertainment at Walt Disney World® Resort for nearly three decades. The biggest difference is that Disney has taken the concept one step further by involving other senses such as smell & touch and has turned 3-D into 4-D!
Each Walt Disney World® theme park sports its own 3-D masterpiece unique to the park in which it resides. Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park offers It's Tough to be a Bug. This insect laden film is more fantastic than creepy-crawly and will tickle the funny bone of even the hardest shelled arthropod.
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Keeping Kosher at the Walt Disney World® Resort
With many Jewish clients, I am often asked if it is possible to visit the Walt Disney World® Resort and find anywhere to eat if keeping kosher. I always answer with a resounding, "YES!" Disney makes it easy for those who follow kashrut dietary laws to have a magical vacation with just a little advance planning.
Most sit-down restaurants will require 24 hour notice to reserve a kosher meal. You can ask your MouseEarVacations.com® agent to assist you in determining which restaurants will provide a kosher meal with advance notice and he/she can also make those arrangements for you. At the Disney buffets and family-style meals, each guest will only receive one meal and it will not be all-you-can-eat. Guests will be charged the regular price for the buffet or family-style meal.
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Halloween at the Disneyland® and Walt Disney World® Resorts
Looking for someplace to celebrate Halloween with your family that's not terrifying, gory, or likely to cause nightmares? Great! Disney parks have sweet Halloween treats for guests-no tricks involved!
The resorts on both coasts are dressed up for fall, Disney style-with seasonal decorations such as pumpkins, hay bales, scarecrows, and jack o' lanterns galore. To make Halloween even more memorable, there are special-ticket evening parties where everyone can
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Let the Memories Begin
NEW YORK (Sept. 23, 2010) - In 2011, Disney guests will become the stars of a nightly spectacular when photos taken in the park during the day become larger-than-life projections on Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World® Resort or "it's a small world" at Disneyland® Resort. This groundbreaking new experience will celebrate the family vacation memories created in Disney theme parks every day.
And this week, Disney guests will begin starring on television, too, as part of the new "Let the Memories Begin" campaign. For the first time, Disney Parks is featuring the home videos and snapshots of real guests in television ads and other marketing that will allow an audience of millions to share in true-life, heartfelt moments.
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Get ready for your Disney Cruise Line® 2012 vacation now!
The early bird may catch the worm - or in this case the sailing date and stateroom of their choice! Although 2012 itineraries have not yet been released for Disney Cruise Line® just yet, we anticipate that it won't be long now. If you are anxious to begin planning your magical adventures at sea, whether that be aboard the Disney Magic®, Disney Wonder®, Disney Dream® or Disney Fantasy®, let us help you get a jump start. Contact us today and our expert agents will be glad to hold on to your request until the sailings are released, then promptly contact you with the details, availability and costs.
For a no-obligation quote from one of our travel experts, CLICK HERE. Remember our agents will take care of all the details before, during and after your vacation!
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Book your next Disney Cruise Line® vacation with MouseEarVacations.com and receive an onboard credit up to $600!
To celebrate the upcoming release of Disney Cruise Line®'s new 2012 Itineraries and unveiling of the Disney Fantasy®, we are extending a special offer to all new reservations booked between October 19 - November 9!***
Many fabulous itineraries and dates remain for your 2010 & 2011 vacation plans. But on Tuesday, October 19th, Disney will begin taking reservations for the Disney Fantasy® itineraries for Gold and Platinum Castaway Club Members. Bookings open to everyone on October 20th.
Cost of Cruise = Onboard Credit
$1,000 - $2,499 = $75
$2,500 - $3,999 = $125
$4,000 - $5,499 = $200
$5,500 - $6,999 = $275
$7,000 - $8,499 = $350
$8,500 - $9,999 = $425
$10,000 - $11,999 = $500
$12,000 + = $600
If you are interested in booking this special, please reply to this email or CLICK HERE so that our team of specialists can get started planning your dream vacation.
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Christmastime at the Walt Disney World® Resort
...One of my favorite times to be in the most Magical Place on Earth. Mid-November through December you can experience the most comfortable weather along with the most beautiful decor. There is so much to offer during this time of year. Amazingly, you can go to bed and wake up to a fully decorated park or hotel lobby. Like little magic elves, it just happens! You could spend an entire day just hopping to different resort properties to see the awesome unique decorations. A few examples are the life-size gingerbread house at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. The train set up and gingerbread carousel at Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. Or walk in Disney's Contemporary Resort and find Mickey and Minnie dressed in their Christmas attire waiting to greet you.
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Sunshine Season Food Fair
Looking for a lunch venue that has something for everyone in your party? Try Sunshine Season Food Fair in the Land Pavilion at Epcot®.
Choose from several options such as an Asian Shop with noodle bowls and stir-fry, or a sandwich shop with made-to-order sandwiches. Are you looking for something a little lighter? How about a bowl of soup or perhaps a salad? Maybe a "stick to your ribs" meal is more of what you had in mind-- then the Wood-Fired Grill Shop is right up your alley with rotisserie chicken, beef, and fish options to choose from.
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Make Each Visit Unique
Have you ever had someone ask you why you keep going back to the Walt Disney World® Resort? After all, you've been there before. Isn't it the same stuff each time?
To that question I have to answer a definite "NO", it is not the same each time. You can make each visit to Walt Disney World® Resort a unique experience with new things to see and discover each and every time. I always strive to see things I've never seen, and do things I've never done.
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Frugal Dining
Yes, the ability to dine frugally at Walt Disney World® Resort is possible. Especially with a little help from your personal travel consultant!
Disney's Dining Plans offer a convenient and affordable way to enjoy snacks and meals at over 100 select restaurants throughout Walt Disney World® Resort, including some restaurants that feature Disney Character Dining! With five dining plans to choose from, you can enjoy restaurants that are contemporary to casual, elegant to enchanting, or anywhere in between! You can find a great meal that fits your style.
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Disneyland® Resort: The Official Hotels
The Disneyland® Resort, in Anaheim California, has three official Disneyland® Hotels to choose from. Each is unique from the other and all are a wonderful choice for your next Disneyland® Resort vacation.
The Disneyland® Hotel is the original. It consists of 3 high-rise towers and is located near the Downtown Disney® District. The hotel has 990 rooms and suites, making it the largest of the three. There is a monorail station located right next door, for convenient transportation to Disneyland® Park. And for those of you looking for the ultimate Disney luxury, its boasts a Mickey Mouse Penthouse Suite and a Pirates of the Caribbean Suite. You can choose from several eateries here, including Goofy's Kitchen for a character brunch or dinner, and Steakhouse 55 for an exquisite breakfast or dinner.
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What's on Your Gift-Giving List this Year?
It's that time again! We make our lists, check the ads and rack our brains finding the perfect present for the important people in our lives. One thing I've learned as I now crossed over the years is that the most precious possessions to me are the memories of time spent with friends, family and loved ones.
Too many holiday seasons have been spent watching that all too "special" toy that I ran around like crazy for weeks trying to find, be cast aside for something completely off the wall.
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Do YOU have a Travel Specialist working for YOU?
Maybe you're the type of person who loves to plan your vacation months or years ahead of time. You spend hours researching the best flights, hotel deals, tickets for attractions, making dining and excursion reservations. The night before you travel, there's a huge snowstorm or a volcanic eruption has stranded you overseas... who do you turn to? The website you booked it through? The toll-free number listed at the bottom of that email? After you go through five menus and have pressed "0" for customer service, you finally get a human being at the other end of the line. You are then bounced around from Agent A to Agent B to Agent C; your problem is still not resolved. You should've called your Travel Specialist.... Travel Specialist?? What's that?!
A Travel Specialist (or Agent or Consultant) is someone who is dedicated to making your vacation run as smoothly as possible.
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DisneyQuest®
Every day of a Walt Disney World® Resort vacation is designed to be full of magic, but sometimes the Florida weather can threaten to ruin your good time. When rain, excessive heat, or occasionally low temperatures hit, you don't have to sit in your resort room and miss out on the Disney fun. Head to DisneyQuest® Indoor Interactive Theme Park! Located at Downtown Disney® West Side Entertainment District, DisneyQuest® is an indoor interactive theme park with attractions the whole family can enjoy.
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Where in the World do YOU want to go?Adventures by Disney® Can Take You There!
Adventures by Disney® offers some fantastic itineraries for 2011! Adventures by Disney® are Disney-guided travel experiences for the whole family. On an Adventures by Disney® vacation, your family will see, taste, hear and savor every detail of the places you explore. These also include many surprises that would be difficult to arrange if your family was traveling on its own, like an 18th-century historical figure magically appearing to walk and talk you through a page of history, making pasta in Italy, or zip-lining through the jungles of Costa Rica!
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As the year draws to an end, it only seems fitting to take a moment to reflect on the year behind us, look forward to the year ahead and give thanks for all of our blessings. We at CruisingCo.com® - MouseEarVacations.com® are first and foremost thankful for YOU!
Since 1987, we have enjoyed working with travelers like you creating vacation memories, both big and small. You see to us, you are more than just our clients, you are friends. We greatly appreciate the opportunity you give us by placing your trust and confidence in us and allowing us to be a part of your very individual and personal travel journeys year after year. We get to live vicariously through your travels as we help plan, research and walk through the details along with you.
Whether helping someone plan a wonderful family reunion in the Caribbean, finding the right cruise for a family's style and budget, taking that first trip to the Walt Disney World® Resort or even navigating through the options when the unexpected changes travel plans, we love being there for you! Our passion for travel is fed each and every day by the experience you, our clients, provide us with in living those dreams with you.
Many of you come to us looking for our one-on-one planning services when planning a Disney vacation, but we know you may also want to travel to different destinations at various times in your life. Our Family Travel Favorites tab will bring our most trusted family travel partners right to you. We've done all the leg work in researching the best of the best in family travel so you can rest at ease. If you are reading this, we appreciate your interest in our weekly enewsletter . Did you know you can find more interesting and helpful agent articles on our Blog tab? Get a wide view of important travel topics from all our experts. Like to dabble in Facebook and Twitter? We are there too. What a great place to enjoy fun facts, quotes, trivia and breaking news on special offers.
As 2011 comes in to view, we continue to strive to educate ourselves in all aspects of travel so that when you work with one of our agents, you know you are working with an industry professional with education and experience on your side. Recently we attended the Signature Travel Network Conference where we had the chance to mingle and learn from the best of the travel business. Soon you will see first-hand reports (via enewsletter and Facebook/Twitter posts) as some of our agents embark on the new Disney DreamTM in mid-January. Later in the year, we will spend some time aboard Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas. Taking these new ships for a test drive might sound like a hard job, but someone has to do it! We can wait to be able to share with you all some insider knowledge.
Wherever your travel dreams take you, we hope you will remember us! We are ready and willing to make those dreams come true. From all the agents and staff at CruisingCo.com® - MouseEarVacations.com® we wish you all the happiest of holidays, and a most prosperous, healthy and Happy New Year.
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Fun Ways to Celebrate a Birthday at Disneyland® Resort
Are you planning to celebrate a birthday at the Disneyland® Resort? Trying to figure out something special your family can do for the birthday person? If so, here's help! The first thing you need to do when you arrive is pick up a complimentary birthday button at City Hall in Disneyland® Park. When you're wearing the button, cast members will wish you a "Happy Birthday" all day long. Also, you can receive a birthday wish on the phone at City Hall from one of the Disney characters.
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Dieting and Disney
It always starts out well. Your intentions are good. You've been true to an eating plan and you know that you can count points, skip carbs, cut desserts -- whatever has been working so well for you for months. You're sure that you can easily order a Diet Coke by the pool instead of a Pina Colada. And those Mickey Ice Cream Bars? A bottle of water will surely cool you off just as well after a hot day in the parks, right?
Sure. That's why I have clothes in my attic ranging in size from 8 to... well, never mind.
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Touring the Disney DreamTM
**If you'd like to view 200+ personal photos of our tour, please be sure to visit the photo albums on our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/MouseEarVacations/66248978333 Click the "Like" button to follow us as we share firsthand reports of the Christening and first few maiden voyages.**
As you may know, the Disney Cruise Line's® newest ship is docked at Port Canaveral, ready to start transporting guests to the Bahamas. Although the official maiden voyage is January 26th, the ship has been open to special preview tours and sailings. I was given the opportunity to tour this magnificent ship along with four other agents, and here are just a few of the things we learned during our tour:
The first thing you will notice is the Disney DreamTM's size. It is 40% larger and two decks taller than the Disney Magic® and the Disney Wonder®, so it is pretty big! In addition to the new parking garage, Disney has also changed the terminal a bit to accommodate the larger number of guests.
Breathtaking. That is the only word that can even begin to describe your entry into the atrium. The size, the elegance, the sweeping grand staircase, and the gorgeous chandelier all work together to leave guests speechless. Forget what you've heard or seen in photos-you must experience this firsthand to get the full effect of its beauty. Admiral Donald stands proudly near the grand piano, and the winding staircase is sure to make an impressive backdrop for family photos!
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Bali Ha'i at the Walt Disney World® Resort
"Bali Ha'i will whisper
In the wind of the sea:
'Here am I, your special island!
Come to me, come to me!"
When I hear the name Bali Ha'i, immediately two thoughts come to mind. One of them is the song, "Bali Ha'i", from one of my favorite old movies, South Pacific. It is a beautiful and haunting song. The second thought that pops into my head is Disney's Polynesian Resort at the Walt Disney World® Resort in Florida. It is a relaxing, tropical paradise complete with a tropical rain forest and volcanic rock waterfall in the Great Ceremonial House and a white sand beach on the Seven Seas Lagoon. Disney's Polynesian Resort is one of my favorite resorts.
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Kids Sail Free on Select Alaska Cruises
Set a course for the last frontier! As part of each Alaska itinerary, you will experience breathtaking scenery, an abundance of wildlife and the rich history and customs of Alaska's native culture. Combined with unparalleled Disney quality and service, one-of-a-kind entertainment, immersive experiences plus favorite Disney Characters, it's a vacation experience that every member of the family will feel was created especially for them.
Offer Details:
Book a Verandah or Oceanview stateroom and kids ages 17 and under, traveling with 2 full-fare Guests in the same stateroom, SAIL FREE* on select 7-night Alaskan cruises departing between May 3 to June 7, 2011.
Click here for a no-obligation quote today!
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What's the Vibe?
Teens...they think they are too old for a kids program but you don't want to leave them alone and completely unsupervised even on a cruise ship. Enter Vibe on the Disney DreamTM -- the ultra cool Teen Center for ages 14 - 17. To even get to Vibe you have to know where to look. Walking around Deck 4 Forward you come to a set of stairs. Up the stairs is a metal door. There is talk that they are going to reissue the teens Key to the World card when they first check in to Vibe. The new cards will give them access to get through the metal door and into the club. Without the special card you won't be able to get in and hang out.
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Exclusive Shipboard Credit Offer for Friends and Family of MouseEarVacations!
Book your Disney Cruise with MouseEarVacations between Feb 22 and Feb 28, 2011 and receive a shipboard credit per stateroom up to $100, good towards merchandise, spa treatments, shore excursions and other onboard activities. All you have to do now is decide where you want to go. With itineraries like the Bahamas, the Caribbean, the Mexican Riviera, Alaska and more....there is something for everyone!
Onboard Credit Offer Details:
5-Nights (or More) Disney Cruises
Verandah Staterooms - $100 Shipboard Credit
Inside or Ocean View Staterooms - $50 Shipboard Credit
3, 4-Nights Disney Cruises
Verandah Staterooms - $50 Shipboard Credit
Inside or Ocean View Staterooms - $25 Shipboard Credit
Click here to get a FREE quote today!
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Last Chance-Exclusive Shipboard Credit Offer for Friends and Family of MouseEarVacations!
Book your Disney Cruise with MouseEarVacations between Feb 22 and Feb 28, 2011 and receive a shipboard credit per stateroom up to $100, good towards merchandise, spa treatments, shore excursions and other onboard activities. All you have to do now is decide where you want to go. With itineraries like the Bahamas, the Caribbean, the Mexican Riviera, Alaska and more....there is something for everyone!
Onboard Credit Offer Details:
5-Nights (or More) Disney Cruises
Verandah Staterooms - $100 Shipboard Credit
Inside or Ocean View Staterooms - $50 Shipboard Credit
3, 4-Nights Disney Cruises
Verandah Staterooms - $50 Shipboard Credit
Inside or Ocean View Staterooms - $25 Shipboard Credit
Don't Delay - Click here to get a FREE quote today!
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Are you anxious to hear where Disney Cruise Line® is going after April 2012? So are we!
Although nothing has been released just yet, we don't think it will be much longer. If you are considering booking a Disney Cruise Line® vacation April 2012 through December 2012, be on the lookout for Breaking News eblasts and our Facebook page and Twitter accounts. We'll be sure to let you know as soon as dates and itineraries are announced, along with a fun surprise to help stretch your budget!
Don't want to wait? No problem! Click Here and we'll keep your request on file and be in touch with you as soon as dates are released!
Stay tuned!
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You're Invited!
Sailing with Disney Cruise Line®
As a valued friend of MouseEarVacations.com, you are cordially invited to attend a special webcast on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at 8:30 p.m. EST.
You won't want to miss this sneak peek of the new Disney DreamTM and a look at all the exciting itineraries you can experience aboard Disney DreamTM, Disney Wonder® and Disney Magic® including:
** Europe
** Alaska
** Mexican Riviera
** Caribbean
** Bahamas
A special offer will be featured especially for MouseEarVacations.com friends who attend the webcast, so whether you've sailed before or you're a first time cruiser, there's never been a better time to book a Disney Cruise!
To register, click the link below, complete the details and you will receive an e-mail confirmation with instructions for accessing the webcast. We look forward to seeing you there!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
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You're Invited! - Sailing with Disney Cruise Line®
Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at 8:30 p.m. EST.
You won't want to miss this sneak peek of the new Disney DreamTM and a look at all the exciting itineraries you can experience aboard Disney DreamTM, Disney Wonder® and Disney Magic® including:
** Europe
** Alaska
** Mexican Riviera
** Caribbean
** Bahamas
A special offer will be featured especially for MouseEarVacations.com friends who attend the webcast, so whether you've sailed before or you're a first time cruiser, there's never been a better time to book a Disney Cruise!
To register, click the link below, complete the details and you will receive an e-mail confirmation with instructions for accessing the webcast. We look forward to seeing you there!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
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Sailing with Disney Cruise Line® Webcast
Thank you so much to all our friends who joined us last Tuesday for the special Sailing with Disney Cruise Line® webcast.
For those of you that were unable to attend, we are happy to provide a copy of the webcast for you to enjoy. Although the original incentive has expired, we are pleased to offer a Disney Cruise Line® weekender tote (one per stateroom)*** to the first 12 clients who book a new Disney Cruise Line® vacation with us by April 1st and mention the webcast at booking.
We hope you enjoy!
Click here to view the Sailing with Disney Cruise Line® webcast!
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Save Up To 30% On Select Deluxe Resorts This Summer
Beat the heat this summer by staying at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotels. Save up to 30%* for stays most nights June 15 - Aug. 13, 2011, at select Disney Deluxe Resorts and Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts.
Just add Theme Park tickets and you can take advantage of all the summer fun.
Offer Details:
For stays most nights June 15 - Aug. 13, 2011:
Save 25% at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, Disney's Wilderness Lodge and Disney's Polynesian Resort
Save 30% at other select Disney Deluxe Resorts
Save 30% at select Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts
Book by May 28, 2011.
Ask about other great rates for stays most nights May 1 - June 14, 2011. For example, weekday rates starting at*:
Disney's Wilderness Lodge - $233
Disney's Old Key West Resort - $238
Ask about rates for other resorts and rates for travel 4/22 - 4/30/11.
Book by 4/30 for stays most nights 4/22 - 5/28/11.
Book by 5/28 for stays most nights 5/29 - 6/14/11.
Your magical vacation begins with MouseEarVacations.com. Click here for a no-obligation quote today!
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Book your next Disney Cruise Line® vacation with MouseEarVacations.com and receive an onboard credit up to $600!
We are celebrating the upcoming release of Disney Cruise Line®'s new 2012 itineraries, including departures from New York, Galveston, Seattle and Los Angeles; visiting exciting ports like Canada, New England, Hawaii, Alaska and more!
MouseEarVacations.com is extending to you a special offer to all new reservations booked between April 6 - April 20,2011 !***
Cost of Cruise = Onboard Credit
$1,000 - $2,499 = $75
$2,500 - $3,999 = $125
$4,000 - $5,499 = $200
$5,500 - $6,999 = $275
$7,000 - $8,499 = $350
$8,500 - $9,999 = $425
$10,000 - $11,999 = $500
$12,000 + = $600
For more details or a no-obligation quote, contact your MouseEarVacations agent today. Or, CLICK HERE and one of our specialists will contact you shortly!
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Book your next Disney Cruise Line® vacation with MouseEarVacations.com and receive an onboard credit up to $600!
We are celebrating the release of Disney Cruise Line®'s new 2012 itineraries, including departures from New York, Galveston, Seattle and Los Angeles; visiting exciting ports like Canada, New England, Hawaii, Alaska and more!
MouseEarVacations.com is extending to you a special offer to all new reservations booked between April 6 - April 20,2011 !***
Cost of Cruise = Onboard Credit
$1,000 - $2,499 = $75
$2,500 - $3,999 = $125
$4,000 - $5,499 = $200
$5,500 - $6,999 = $275
$7,000 - $8,499 = $350
$8,500 - $9,999 = $425
$10,000 - $11,999 = $500
$12,000 + = $600
For more details or a no-obligation quote, contact your MouseEarVacations agent today. Or, CLICK HERE and one of our specialists will contact you shortly!
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Time's running out! Book your next Disney Cruise Line® vacation with MouseEarVacations.com by 4/20/11 and receive an onboard credit up to $600!
We are celebrating the release of Disney Cruise Line®'s new 2012 itineraries, including departures from New York, Galveston, Seattle and Los Angeles; visiting exciting ports like Canada, New England, Hawaii, Alaska and more!
MouseEarVacations.com is extending to you a special offer to all new reservations booked between April 6 - April 20,2011 !***
Cost of Cruise = Onboard Credit
$1,000 - $2,499 = $75
$2,500 - $3,999 = $125
$4,000 - $5,499 = $200
$5,500 - $6,999 = $275
$7,000 - $8,499 = $350
$8,500 - $9,999 = $425
$10,000 - $11,999 = $500
$12,000 + = $600
For more details or a no-obligation quote, contact your MouseEarVacations agent today. Or, CLICK HERE and one of our specialists will contact you shortly!
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Disney's Fantasia Gardens and Winter Summerland Miniature Golf Courses
Golf is a big attraction for many people who come to the Walt Disney World® Resort, with several wonderful options such as the Disney's Magnolia, Palm, Lake Buena Vista, Osprey Ridge, and Oak Trail Golf Courses. Beautifully manicured acres of grass with expertly designed challenges draw thousands of enthusiasts each year.
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Memories Vacation Package with FREE Disney Dining Plan!
Just announced!
For a limited time, purchase the NEW Memories Vacation Package for 5 nights/6 days at Disney Moderate, Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Resorts and get the Disney Dining Plan FREE!**
This New Memories Vacation Package Includes:
~~ Accommodations
~~ Magic Your Way Ticket
~~ Disney's Photo Pass® Photo Book*** Relive your vacation and choose from a variety of layouts and page designs to customize with your favorite photos!
~~ And, more!
Sample Pricing:
5 Nights/6 Days with FREE Disney Dining Plan $86*per person per day for a family of 4 at a Moderate Resort. Total Package price: $2047
Also available: Memories Vacation Package Plus Free Quick Service Dine Plan for guests in Value Resorts.
Book today through 8/27/11 for travel 8/28 - 9/24/11
For more information about this offer, Disney Dining Plan details and participating restaurants and resort benefits, contact your personal MouseEarVacations agent today. If you haven't worked with one of our specialists yet, just CLICK HERE and one of our Authorized Disney Vacation Planners will contact you shortly!
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Culinary Tour at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Jiko and Boma are two of the restaurants at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. They are award winning and feature "flavors of Africa". Have you ever thought of trying one of them, but worried that you might not know what to order? Not able to find anything that you wanted for dinner? Be completely unfamiliar with the menu?
The friendly staff at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge can help you with this. There is a culinary tour offered most days at the Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge.
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Off the Beaten Path: Surfing at Walt Disney World®
When traveling to the Walt Disney World® Resort, many people focus on making sure they have the ultimate experience that maximizes every second of the time they have which for most means that the parks and attractions take priority. Days are scheduled to include splitting groups to snag as many fast passes as possible to make certain that all major attractions are experienced, while trying to make as much time to squeeze in Disney's wonderful shows and dining experiences. Although there are some guests that seem to be able to strike a balance with the "active" pursuit of Disney magic and vacation relaxation, most guests miss out on some of the resort's most unique attractions.
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Decompressing at the Disneyland® Resort
Living only 230 miles from the Disneyland® Resort, my family makes frequent, short visits. We try to carefully select times to avoid huge crowds. Sometimes our choices are good and sometimes they're a miss. Since Disneyland® Resort is small geographically, it does not take too many people to create a crowded feeling and lots of congestion. One side effect that my family suffers from on these crowded visits is grouchiness due an overload of people - too many people closing in on us in too small a place. This symptom can cause a fun trip to unravel into a trip of complaining and whining... (and yes, I can complain and whine along with the best of them!)
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Summer Room-Only Offer
Now, you can save up to 25%* on a stay at one of the Hotels of the Disneyland® Resort, for arrivals most nights June 19 - Aug. 13, 2011.
Offer Details:
** Save up to 25%* off a room-only reservation at Disney's Paradise Pier® Hotel.
** Save up to 20%* off a room-only reservation at the Disneyland® Hotel or Disney's Grand Californian Hotel®& Spa.
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Star Tours®: The Adventures Continue
When Star Tours® opened in 1987 in Disneyland® Resort, guests thrilled to the immersive ride simulator that was popular until it closed in 2010. Fans waited (im)patiently for the 're-imagined' Star Tours® ride, anticipating how Imagineers and George Lucas would update the ride for new adventures to a galaxy far, far away. Expectations were high and Disney does not disappoint, delivering a fantastic combination of new technology and motion simulation for a thrilling experience.
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Book your next Disney Cruise Line® vacation with MouseEarVacations.com®
We are celebrating the anticipated release of Disney Cruise Line®'s new 2013 itineraries! MouseEarVacations.com® is extending to you a special offer to all new reservations booked between Jan 18th and Feb 7, 2012 !***
For more details or a no-obligation quote, contact your MouseEarVacations agent today. Or, CLICK HERE and one of our specialists will contact you shortly! Be sure to follow us on Facebook to be among the first to know any breaking news!
Cost of Cruise = Onboard Credit
$1,000 - $2,499 = $75
$2,500 - $3,999 = $125
$4,000 - $5,499 = $200
$5,500 - $6,999 = $275
$7,000 - $8,499 = $350
$8,500 - $9,999 = $425
$10,000 - $11,999 = $500
$12,000 + = $600
***For new reservations only, booked January 18th through February 7, 2012 for travel between 1/20/12 and 12/31/13. When determining your onboard credit, the credit is calculated on the base price of your cruise and is the price before taxes, transfers, port charges, air tickets, the land portion of a land/sea package and any non-commissionable options and fees. This offer is not valid on group cruise sailings, and is not combinable with Kids Sail Free, and some other offers. Ask for details. Any unused portions of onboard credit are non-refundable & non-transferable. Onboard credit provided by MouseEarVacations.com®.
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Late Dining Rocks!
I have so many clients who are disappointed when they are not able to get the early dining time on their upcoming cruises. Most people see these early times as the most desirable, citing problems such as their kids being too hungry if they have to wait for the later times.
I always love to take the opportunity to explain why I love to have the later dining times, and ease their minds.
First and foremost, you will not starve to death on a cruise ship! There are so many options, from the quick bite snack shops, to the buffet, to even room service where you can order a light snack late in the afternoon to hold you over until dinner time.
Secondly, many of the early dining times cut into your day!
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Disney Cruise Line® Unveils New Itineraries, Ports for 2013
In 2013, Disney Cruise Line® will offer new itineraries, including an expanded portfolio of European cruises with new destinations such as Venice, Italy, and the Greek Isles. In addition, Disney Cruise Line® will utilize a second homeport in Florida, with Caribbean sailings departing from the Port of Miami for the first time! Plus, there are new 2012 options, including a 14-night Panama Canal cruise and holiday sailings from Miami.
Bookings are now open for all guests, so be sure to contact your MouseEarVacations.com® Travel Consultant to book your cruise today!
Mediterranean from Barcelona
Beginning June 1, 2013, the Disney Magic® returns to Europe with plenty of new twists to the Mediterranean itineraries, including a 4-night option and special 12-night sailings in addition to 7-night itineraries that treat guests to the best of Europe. The 12-night sailings visit destinations such as Venice, Italy, and Croatia's Dalmatian Coast on one itinerary; Ephesus, Turkey and the Greek Isles including Athens on another itinerary.
Bahamas and Western Caribbean from Miami
Disney Cruise Line® will sail from Miami for the first time on Dec. 23, 2012.
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Epcot® World Showcase
Epcot® happens to be one of our favorite parks! But it seems that young families shy away from this park as they're afraid their kids won't enjoy it. My kids have enjoyed Epcot® as long as I can remember and they're only 10. So why do we enjoy Epcot® so much? It's easy...there's so much to do at this park that it usually takes us several days to visit the park and we still don't see and do everything! The area of the park that takes us the longest is the World Showcase. This is where various countries are featured.
My kids love the Kidcot stations around the World Showcase! Each country has the Kidcot station but sometimes they're well hidden so be sure to ask if you can't find it. At the station you will find a small table with chairs or bench seats and a basket of Sharpie markers (Sharpie sponsors this event). This is a free souvenir for your kids and it helps engage them at each country.Disney recently changed from the white cardboard masks to a cardboard Duffy the Bear. You can start your adventure at any of the Kidcot stations located on the World Showcase. Duffy is on a wood stick (similar to the previous mask) and at the Kidcot stations you get to decorate Duffy however you would like with the markers. I would suggest coloring a little bit in each country, this allows you to look around while your kids are busy coloring.
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Options at Walt Disney World® Resort for Families of Five
While most families these days are made up of 2 children or less, families with 3 or more are still common. When these families start looking at vacation options, they see immediately that hotel rooms, cruise ship staterooms, etc. are almost all designed for a maximum of 4 people. This means added costs beyond additional air tickets---oftentimes it means booking two rooms and splitting the family up.
Walt Disney World® Resort does offer some options for families of 5 in all three resort categories: Value, Moderate, and Deluxe. I will try and explain some of the benefits of staying at each level of resort they offer.
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FREE Dining is back at the Walt Disney World® Resort!
Now through 5/18/12, buy a non-discounted Magic Your Way package for 5 night/6 days at select Disney Value Resorts and get a FREE Quick-Service Dining Plan*. Or, buy a non-discounted Magic Your Way package for 5 nights/6 days at select Disney Moderate, Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Resorts and get a FREE Disney Dining Plan*. Offer valid available select nights 8/25 through 9/27/12.
A great deal + our expert personalized service = A Magical Walt Disney World® Resort Vacation! Get your no-obligation quote today!
* The number of packages available at these rates are limited. Tickets valid for one Theme Park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. No group rates or other discounts apply. Excludes suites, campsites and 3-Bedroom Villas and is not valid at Disney's Art of Animation Resort. Advance reservations required. With the Disney Dining Plan, children ages 3-9 must order from children's menu if available. Excludes gratuities and alcoholic beverages. Some Table-Service restaurants may have limited or no availability at time of package purchase.
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Exclusive Offer from MouseEarVacations.com®
Spring and Summer Spectacular ~ Adventures by Disney
It's all included. Travel with Adventures by Disney and get more than you'd ever imagine!
Book any new Adventures by Disney worldwide vacation with us 3/15 - 4/30/12, departing 3/15 through 9/30/12 and receive a gift of a $150* credit toward your choice of the following (one per reservation*):
- 1 - Round-trip airport transfers to and from your home,
- 2 - Travel protection coverage, or
- 3 - An additional dinner during your vacation
Also Save $200! Are you a member of the Adventures by Disney Insiders Program, having traveled twice between January 1, 2005 and March 1, 2012? If so, we'll make it even sweeter by combining it with this offer:
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Exclusive Offer from MouseEarVacations.com®
Spring and Summer Spectacular ~ Adventures by Disney
It's all included. Travel with Adventures by Disney and get more than you'd ever imagine!
Book any new Adventures by Disney worldwide vacation with us 3/15 - 4/30/12, departing 3/15 through 9/30/12 and receive a gift of a $150* credit toward your choice of the following (one per reservation*):
- 1 - Round-trip airport transfers to and from your home,
- 2 - Travel protection coverage, or
- 3 - An additional dinner during your vacation
Also Save $200! Are you a member of the Adventures by Disney Insiders Program, having traveled twice between January 1, 2005 and March 1, 2012? If so, we'll make it even sweeter by combining it with this offer:
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A Look at Disney's Port Orleans French Quarter Resort
With so many wonderful resorts to choose from when looking at a visit to the Walt Disney World® Resort, I have to say that my favorite is the Port Orleans French Quarter Resort. Not only is it a quaint resort, but it's filled with modern amenities.
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Don't Miss Disneyland® Resort's Extraordinary Extras
Walt Disney's original park in California is every bit the dream that Walt envisioned. As you walk down Main Street, U.S.A., you can imagine Walt himself walking the same route you are taking. You can see him looking at all of the shops and details and smiling.
You just know that he is beaming with pride as he takes in all of the magic and adventure that began as his hope to create a place that families could enjoy together. I have to wonder whether even Walt could have envisioned the extraordinary extras that have found their way into the fabric of his dream. I am talking about all of the wonderful shows that call Disneyland® Park and Disney's California Adventure® Park home.
Day and night, there is a magic that fills the air around every turn. From scheduled shows to surprise encounters on the street, the two worlds of Disney in California are sure to make you smile and cheer with delight.
If your day finds you at the Disneyland® Resort, you don't want to miss the amazing animatronics of Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln on Main Street, U.S.A. and the Enchanted Tiki Room at the entrance to Adventureland.
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New and Improved!
Well....the wait is over - it's finally here. The new and improved MouseEarVacations.com® website!
Haven't seen it yet? Be sure to visit us soon! Here you'll find so many wonderful resources to aid you in learning about the many Disney Destinations available for your next getaway. While a website certainly doesn't take the place of the service of our expert consultants, it is a great place to check things out and get ideas while working with our agents.
If you haven't used our services before, click on the About Us tab and click on Why Book with Us. See exactly why having us on your side when traveling is something you deserve. Want to see the friendly faces of our team? Check out the Meet our Consultants Tab and learn more about the amazing travel-crazed consultants working hard on your vacations so you don't have to.
The Testimonials Tab will show you what real clients are saying about their experience with MouseEarVacations.com®!
Of course, some of the best fun is hidden behind the destination tabs on the left. Click on the Walt Disney World® Resort Tab and take a trip to the Happiest Place on Earth - right from your own home. Information about packages, dining plans, special events, transportation, tickets, parks and resorts are right at your fingertips. Virtual tours and videos will transport you into the look and feel of the resort and resort and park maps will help guide you to making choices to fit your family's needs.
Check out the Disneyland® Resort Tab and learn about where it all started! From ticket and package options to special events, dining, entertainment and more! With Cars Land opening this June, you'll want to be sure you are ready to visit this new and unique experience.
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Disney's Aladdin Musical Spectacular
At 1313 S. Disneyland Dr. Anaheim, CA, there is one of the most overlooked attractions by Disney California Adventure® Park newbies. Indeed, this might be the best deal in the entire Disneyland® Resort. Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular is a fantastic and very well planned out Broadway-style musical. I make a point to see this every single time I visit the Disneyland® Resort, and it never gets old as the dialogue and jokes are updated on a regular basis!
I do not want to spoil anything about the presentation, except to say that it closely follows the movie and features numerous special effects. All of the actors are wonderful and special attention has gone into the Genie. Genie is a quite a character and has tons of personality! He is hilarious and probably one of my favorite parts of the show. I love how he constantly updates his pop culture references. Even though his jokes are a bit corny sometimes, they are still very funny and entertaining for the whole family.
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Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue
One question I am frequently asked by clients is for information regarding the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. What is it you ask? It's a dinner show performed nightly at The Campsites at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort, in Pioneer Hall. But it's not just any dinner show, it is the longest running show at the Walt Disney World® resort, and with good reason!
When you arrive at Pioneer Hall, you'll first notice your surroundings. You will be enjoying the beautiful atmosphere of Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. There's plenty of open space for the kids to run around and play while you wait for that dinner bell to ring and the waitress to call you to "Come and get it!"
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A Great Opportunity for Extra Value on Adventures by Disney!
Exclusive Offer from MouseEarVacations.com®
Spring and Summer Spectacular ~ Adventures by DisneyIt's all included. Travel with Adventures by Disney and get more than you'd ever imagine!
Book any new Adventures by Disney worldwide vacation with us 3/15 - 4/30/12, departing 3/15 through 9/30/12 and receive a gift of a $150* credit toward your choice of the following (one per reservation*):
- 1 - Round-trip airport transfers to and from your home,
- 2 - Travel protection coverage, or
- 3 - An additional dinner during your vacation
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Baby Care Centers - A Parent's Best Friend!
If you are a new mom or dad you probably have lots of questions about vacationing with your little one. But don't worry, like me you will find out how easy it is to take a baby to the Walt Disney World® or the Disneyland® Resort. Popular questions are: Where will I breastfeed? Where will I change diapers? What if I forgot diapers? The answer is the Baby Care Centers! The Walt Disney World® Resort keeps babies in mind and offers Baby Care Centers hosted by Carnation Baby Formulas in each of its theme parks. It has all the amenities of home. It has a private room to breastfeed your little one equipped with wooden rocking chairs, a changing area, and a kitchen where you can purchase baby essentials if your forgot them, including Carnation Good Start formula, Gerber baby food, juice, bottles and pacifiers, Huggies diapers and wipes, Balmex, Johnson's products, various children's medications.
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Disney FantasyTM Shows Hit the Mark for Cruise Entertainment
When recently sailing on a pre-inaugural cruise on the Disney Fantasy, I was honored to see three of the nighttime offerings in the Walt Disney Theater. Wishes, Aladdin, and Believe were the three shows and, although I had seen Believe on the Disney Dream, it was entertaining to see it again on this sailing. Here is an overview of each show:
Disney's Wishes:
The story begins with three teenagers looking to graduate from high school and wondering what their future will hold. When the three lifetime friends wish for the "ride of their lives", the Disney magic kicks in and takes them on a journey of discovery.
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Relaxing on the Beach - Disney Style!
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DisneyQuest® is a Must See!
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Garden View Afternoon Tea
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Scrapping Memories of Your Disney Cruise Vacation!
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Rest or Play the Castaway Cay Way
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Old-Fashioned Fun in Disney's Magic Kingdom® Theme Park
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Photography Onboard Disney Cruise Line®
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Think INSIDE the Box!
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Tom Sawyer Island: Escape from the Crowds
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Day Tripping outside Walt Disney World® Resort
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Packing Tips for the New Airline Rules
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Staying Cool When It's Hot, Hot, Hot
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Staying Safe at the Walt Disney World® Resort
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Disney's Polynesian Resort - A Hawaiian Destination
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Keeping Track of Your Family at the Walt Disney World® Resort
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Picture Perfect Cruising
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Calming Your Youngster's Apprehension
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Toy Story Midway Mania
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Rain, Rain, Go Away......
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I Can't Cruise! I May Get Seasick!
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Hooray for Second Seating
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Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
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Adventures by Disney® - Quest for the West
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What's on Your Gift-Giving List This Year?
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Owner's Locker - Travel Often and Pack Light!
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Announcing the Magic
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Tips for First-Time Cruisers
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Adventures by Disney® Spotlight: Safari to South Africa
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Pin Trading
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Disney's Old Key West Resort - Relaxing in Paradise
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Disney Cruise Line® -Day at Sea
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Traveling to the Walt Disney World® Resort with Babies and Toddlers
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American Idol Experience
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Adventures by Disney Spotlight: Discovery Down Under
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Dining Around Crescent Lake
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Under the Sea-Disney's California Adventure® Park - Ariel's Grotto
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A Relaxing Spa Day at Sea!
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Pirate Ships? Treehouses? Am I Still at the Walt Disney World® Resort?!
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The Magic of the Disneyland® Hotel
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I Want to be Stranded on Castaway Cay!
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The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
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Adventures by Disney Spotlight: Enchanted China
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How to book the right cabin on your cruise?
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Character Postcards
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Planning is the Pixie Dust of Your Vacation!
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Spa Indulgences on the Disney Cruise Line®
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Disney's PhotoPass Service
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Dining Without Whining on the Disney Cruise Line®
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Holidays Around the World
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Flounder's Reef Nursery on Disney Cruise Line®
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Pinocchio's Workshop
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Packing For Your Trip Abroad
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Tips for Getting Through Airport Security
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Walt Disney World® Theme Parks - Baby Care Centers
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BREAKING NEWS - Disney Cruise Line® Sets Sail for Alaska!
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Disney Cruise Line® - Give it a Try!
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Taming the Last Frontier - Adventures by Disney
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Staying overnight at the Hyatt Regency Orlando Airport
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Advanced Dining Reservations: 101
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Disney Cruise Line® Unveils the Disney Dream® Setting Sail in 2011
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Choosing the Right Cruise in 3 Easy Steps
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Shhhh...Wanna Hear a Secret?
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Dining at the Walt Disney World® Resort
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The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights
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Baby's First Visit to the Walt Disney World Resort
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Swimming Disney Style
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Snorkel at Castaway Cay
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Disney Service
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Join our Team!
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Walt Disney World® Pirate League
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Keys to the Kingdom Tour
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Is Traveling With Young Children Overwhelming?
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Updates on the Disney Dream®
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Give Your Wallet a Vacation Too!
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It's a Small World After All - Disneyland® Park
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CruisingCo.com - MouseEarVacations.com
Not such a well-kept secret!
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The Wave Restaurant
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What to Do During the Days at Sea
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Passports and Cruising
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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
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Holiday Fun Outside the Parks
The Walt Disney World® Resort is a special treat any time of the year, but there seems to be an extra dose of magic in the air around the holidays.
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Tons of Fun at Downtown Disney®
No trip to the Walt Disney World® Resort is complete without shopping and a great meal in the Downtown Disney® Area. With a wide array of stores and dining options, the experience is never short on variety.
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AquaDuck First Water Coaster at Sea!
I had the opportunity to sail on the new Disney Dream during the inaugural season and experience this new innovative water coaster for myself.
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Children's Programs on the Allure of the Seas®
When setting up the Allure of the Seas® Royal Caribbean went all out to make sure that everyone who travels on her would have a great time. This is ever so obvious when you look at the children's program areas.
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Around the World in 80 Minutes - Legoland California
You've heard of Around the World in 80 Days? Well, at Legoland, in the beautiful seaside resort town of Carlsbad, California, you can travel around the world in 80 minutes.
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What's New on the Disney Dream®
When the new ship, the Disney Dream® sets sail from Port Canaveral in January 2011 this new bigger ship will bring with her all the things you know and love from the Disney Magic® and Disney Wonder® plus even more new benefits.
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Where to Eat if Your Children Aren't Into Princesses.
If your children are not interested in the Disney Princesses, or maybe you just want to try something new at the Walt Disney World Resort, here are some alternate dining suggestions that will please the whole family:
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Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort Pirate Adventure
On our most recent trip to the Walt Disney World® Resort, our family stayed at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort. This resort features pirate-themed rooms, which my boys absolutely loved!
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World of Color Picnics
World of Color is Disneyland® Resort's newest nighttime spectacular at Disney's California Adventure® Park. There are several ways to ensure a viewing section for the show,
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Using Walt Disney World Transportation
Have you put Disney transportation to the test? Some of you don't have a choice if you fly and do not have a rental car. Here are a few tips for getting around property.
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Fun Ways to Celebrate a Birthday at Disneyland® Resort
Are you planning to celebrate a birthday at the Disneyland®Resort? Trying to figure out something special your family can do for the birthday person? If so, here's help!
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Staying at Disney's Yacht Club Resort
Welcome to Seaside New England. Once you walk into this beautiful, elegant resort you will be taken back to the late 1800s. With the rich hardwood floors (polished almost daily), brass accents, with the art located all around the lobby you really are
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INNOVENTIONS: A World of Fun for Everyone!
Have you been to Innoventions at Epcot® recently? If not, be sure to do so on your next Walt Disney World® vacation. New attractions and activities have been added throughout the past few years and more fun is on the way.
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Downtown Disney Marketplace
The east side of Downtown Disney, also known as Downtown Disney Marketplace, offers a shopping experience that can't be found anywhere else. Bracketed at either end by fun restaurants, with plenty of shopping, playgrounds and water features,
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A Side Trip to Universal Studios Florida™
After many trips to the Walt Disney World® Resort, our curiosity grew about the park just down the road. You know the one I mean Universal Studios Florida™! We just wanted to check out the alternatives, so we planned a daytrip over there.
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Sometimes it Pays to Pre-shop!
I am fortunate enough to live on the West Coast and drive to visit the Disneyland® Resort several times per year. But last fall, my family spent a week at the Walt Disney World® Resort and a week on the Disney Cruise Line®
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Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park- A great escape!
When heading to the Walt Disney World®Resort in the winter months, many people think they will not need the Water Parks & More option for their park tickets. On your next trip, maybe reconsider!
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Disney Cruise Line®- Embarkation Ease
Cruising with children can be very overwhelming. Many parents worry with the logistics of just getting their children and luggage on the ship! Embarkation can be worrisome--
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Disney Cruise Line®- Caffeine FREE!
For many avid cruisers a very real added cost to their all-inclusive vacation is the expense of soda, pop, or cokes (depending what part of the country you are from).
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Make Your Disney Photos Come to Life in Your Own Photo Movie!
Did you know you can take your own digital photos or your Disney PhotoPass photos and make a detailed movie with them?
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Lower-Deck Staterooms
As you may already know, all staterooms were not created equal! They are not all equal in size, price, nor do they afford the same views. Normally, passengers tend to want to stay on the uppermost decks of a ship.
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Disney Resort Check-In Tools
Have you ever gone on vacation only to arrive early at your hotel and have to sit in your lobby a long time before your room is ready? Isn't it frustrating to sit there knowing that you are wasting precious time while you could be seeing sites
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We Love to Eat at the Walt Disney World® Resort!
We love our eating experiences at the Walt Disney World® Resort. Each time we visit we eat at a restaurant that is out of the ordinary. On our visit this past August, we tried three restaurants that offer out of the ordinary dining.
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South African Wine
Did you have a really good glass of African wine with your dinner at Boma or Jiko? Have you wanted to try an African wine but don't know much about them?
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Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
One of my family's favorite resorts is Disney's Coronado Springs Resort. We enjoy the resort's Mexican theme and its beautiful grounds. Disney's Coronado Springs Resort is classified as a moderate resort;
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Nassau Excursions
Disney's three- and four-night Bahamian cruises include a port of call in Nassau, Bahamas. There are many activities to do in Nassau, including shopping at the Straw Market, visiting a Pirate Museum, going to the famous Atlantis resort, or visitin
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Sum of All Thrills
Epcot®'s Innoventions East pavilion is getting a new resident later this month when Raytheon's new attraction, Sum of All Thrills, opens. This new attraction explores kinetic energy and inertia when it comes to designing a race course.
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Pinocchio's Workshop
You have been at the parks all day with the kids and you are thinking a little alone time might be just what you and your spouse need? Relax and enjoy the night out in Disneyland® without the kids! Make a reservation
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To Rent a Car or Not?
Should you rent a car for a Walt Disney World®Resort vacation, or not? That question is what we struggled with on this vacation. The past several years we have taken the Auto Train by Amtrak so there was no issue.
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Disney Details
For me, one of the many things that make a visit to the Walt Disney World® Resort unlike just another theme park visit is Disney's attention to detail. Here are a couple of my favorite examples inside the Magic Kingdom® Park:
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Dining Experiences at California Grill and Narcoossee's
My wife and I are empty nesters and when we make our yearly trek to the Walt Disney World® Resort, we like to include a couple of romantic dining experiences. Our two favorite restaurants are the California Grill, located on the 15th floor of Dis
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GardenGrocer.com
Whether traveling with just your immediate family or a grand gathering, packing can be quite tricky these days! Airline fees for checked bags, weight restrictions and carry-on bag restrictions can all add up to tough choices regarding what you can
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To Stay at a Resort, or Not To Stay at a Resort; That is The Question - and which one? Part 2
To stay on property means staying at one of the many resorts that lie on the actual grounds of the Walt Disney World® Resort. There are three basic categories of resorts, designed to fit each individual budget.
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To Stay at a Resort, or Not To Stay at a Resort; That is The Question (and Which One?) Part 1
Years ago, when my kids were little and I made my first trip to the Walt Disney World® Resort, I did not know enough about Disney to stay at a resort. Every morning we would bundle up the kids, drive up to 10 miles,
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Have you always wanted to go to a Princess Tea Party?
Well, at the Grand Floridian Resort in the Walt Disney World®Resort, your wish can come true at the My Disney Girl's Perfectly Princess Tea Party.
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Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground
Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground is a family's dream come true. The resort offers camping hook ups for RV owners, space for tent enthusiasts, and cabins for those of us who are, let's say, a little spoiled.
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Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party
If you are traveling to the Walt Disney World® Resort during the fall, there is a celebration going on you should be sure not to miss: Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP).
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Best Times to Visit Disney
At both Disneyland® and Walt Disney World® Resorts, there are times of the year that are more crowded than others.
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Epcot® Tour - UnDISCOVERed Future World
Epcot™'s blend of entertainment and education has made it unique among the traditional Disney theme parks. Even more unique is the story of how the park came to be.
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Fine Dining at the Disneyland®Hotel and Disney's Grand Californian Resort & Spa
Normally one would not think of fine dining and a theme park in the same location. At the Disneyland® Resort, you will find both!
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The Rix Lounge at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
A high energy, upscale lounge, The Rix has a Mediterranean flair. Upon entering into the lounge, decorated with chandeliers but dark, I was asked for identification (boost my ego!!) before walking in.
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Do You Get Seasick?
For our very first cruise, we did not opt for the 3- or 4-night Disney cruise nope, not even the 7-night. We went all out!
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ECV Experience at the Walt Disney World Resort
On a recent family gathering at Walt Disney World involving 3 generations of family members we realized that the eldest member of our gathering (my father) would need to use an ECV (electric convenience vehicle). He does not use an ECV in his daily
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Buzz Lightyear to the Rescue!Disney's California Adventure'sToy Story Mania!
Disneyland's Tomorrowland osm the only park offering you an opportunity to shoot at things with Buzz Lightyear. Now, Disney’s California Adventure® has joined the club with a fun interactive ride on the Paradise Pier Midway – Toy Story Mania!
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Characters in Flight®; The Ultimate Aerial View of Walt Disney World®
Have you ever wanted to float 400 feet over Downtown Disney®? Well now is your chance! Characters in Flight opened this past spring in the Downtown Disney® Area.
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Hitting the Links at Walt Disney World ®Resort!
Golf is a year-round sport in Florida, and at the Walt Disney World® Resort everyone in the family can get into the action!
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Edible Holiday Displays
What do you get when you combine chocolate, gingerbread, and a little bit of Pixie dust?
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River Cruise Test
This is the teaser...
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