Being able to explore a new offering at Walt Disney World is always a huge pleasure for Guests. Disney World is already so huge that being able to see Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios often seems like a lot. Then you discover there are over …
Read More »New Disney Vacation Club Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa on Sale and Enter to Win a Vacation
Disney Vacation Club has announced that new villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa at Walt Disney World Resort are now on sale to members and will go on sale to the public on March 31. The Villas expansion at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa includes 200 resort …
Read More »Opening of new Golfzon Leadbetter Global Headquarters at Reunion Resort and Golf Club
ORLANDO, Florida – February 24, 2022 – (Newswire.com) Golfzon Leadbetter and Reunion Resort and Golf Club are proud to announce a partnership that will make Reunion Resort the new home of the world headquarters of the Leadbetter Golf Academy. Set on over 2,300 pristine acres, Reunion Resort has been consistently …
Read More »Disney is removing luxury amenities from resort rooms due to budget cuts
When Guests stay at a Disney Resort, they often expect excellent service, and depending on your Resort; you may want high quality luxury. Credit: Inside the Magic At Walt Disney World, guests can choose from economy, moderate, and luxury resorts. Although Value Resorts are priced much lower, the levels of …
Read More »Guest angry after learning Disney doesn’t clean ‘luxury’ hotel rooms
Guests visiting Walt Disney World or Disneyland in 2021 can expect a lot to be different. From reduced ride capacity to tighter safety measures, a vacation at Disney parks is certainly very different than it was just a few years ago, not to mention the brand new systems the company …
Read More »How can resort guests come and go from the airport now?
For countless Walt Disney World die-hards, the Magical Express ride from Orlando International Airport to their resort provided an easy and enjoyable kick-off to theme park vacation paradise. But alas: the free service for resort guests, with luggage that showed up in their room without dragging and pulling from Disneygoers, …
Read More »Multiple guest seizures resulting in hospitalization reported at Walt Disney World Resort
The Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando is a top vacation spot. Renowned for its incomparable theme parks and unparalleled experiences, the Central Florida destination is rightly named The Most Magical Place On Earth. However, just because Disney parks like Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, and water parks like Disney’s Typhoon …
Read More »Mother charged with grand larceny after family sneaks into Universal Orlando Resort
The Universal Orlando Resort is one of Florida’s most popular theme park destinations. Joining Walt Disney World Resort and SeaWorld, Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Universal’s Volcano Bay and Universal CityWalk, are visited by millions each year. While Universal, like other vacation hotspots, aims to provide an unparalleled …
Read More »Everything coming to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld Orlando in 2022 and beyond
2021 is so last year, and I think I can speak for many of us in saying that I’m looking forward to 2022 and all it has to offer. It’s worth noting that, as difficult as 2021 has been, there have been some undeniable upturns throughout the year that are …
Read More »Woman sues Disney after alleged electric shock at resort
A woman has filed a lawsuit against Disney Parks and Resorts after claiming she was electrocuted using a power outlet in her hotel room. Related: Lawsuit Filed! Did Disney Steal Rising Resistance Idea? Credit: Disney Disney World Guest Courtney Randall filed a November 4 complaint in Orange County Circuit Court …
Read More »5 things we love about the Aventura hotel at Universal Orlando
Whenever I write about theme park hotels, my words praise those of Universal Orlando. The partnership between Loews Hotels and Universal Orlando Resort is working very well for guests. Some of the most interesting appear at Universal Orlando in the âvalue plusâ level. In a previous post, we talked about …
Read More »Offsite Resort Now Offers Dessert Party With Fireworks Near Disney World
One of the most special parts of a trip to Walt Disney World is enjoying the nightly fireworks shows. After a long day of walking in the parks, this is an unforgettable time to take a family break, gather around Cinderella’s Castle in Magic Kingdom and enjoy a fireworks display …
Read More »Tasty giraffe amazes guests inside Disney Resort this morning
What would you do if you wake up in your Disney World Resort and walk into the lobby to walk towards Magic Kingdom and notice a baby giraffe staring at you? Sounds a little terrifying, doesn’t it? Well, what if we told you the giraffe was actually a huge gingerbread …
Read More »Disney wipes recent ‘Star Wars’ Starcruiser hotel footage from existence
Disney is constantly innovating in its space to ensure that guests not only experience the latest technology, but can also step into multiple fantastic worlds, many of which have loved from their couches or local theaters for years. . Credit: Disney The fandom created by George Lucas, Star wars, is …
Read More »mapDisney Resort Pocket Guide: Port Orléans
Image: AllEars.net It’s time to brighten up your Walt Disney World vacation! planDisney has published another issue of the “pocket guides” series on Disney Parks Blog, familiarizing customers with Disney’s Port Orleans Resort: French Quarter. Escape to New Orleans’ historic French Quarter as you stroll the cobblestone streets listening to …
Read More »MagicBand + and “Hey Disney” are coming to Disneyland Resort next year
We already knew that MagicBand + was coming to Walt Disney World soon, but now we have confirmation that MagicBand + will debut at Disneyland Resort as well! Credit: Disney Related: You Can Turn Your Amazon Echo Dot Into Baby Yoda! MagicBand + will be a new iteration of the …
Read More »The “real” lightsaber at the “Star Wars” hotel is NOT for guests
‘Hans’ down, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is Walt Disney World Resort’s most popular ticket right now. The highly anticipated Galactic Starcruiser will take guests on a two-night (simulated) journey through a galaxy far, far away. On board the Galactic Starcruiser, guests will be fully immersed in the Star wars history, …
Read More »Galactic Starcruiser competition before the complex opens in 2022
In anticipation of its opening in 2022 of the Star Wars: Galactic Cruiser, Disney and Lucasfilm are hosting the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser competition which will reward a winner with a stay aboard the spaceship and a separate meeting with the authors of The High Republic books. Via StarWars.com (Please …
Read More »Enjoy a $ 10,000 stay at Disney World’s most expensive resort for FREE
When the Star Wars: The Galactic Starcruiser Resort hotel was first announced at D23 2017 in Anaheim, California, Star wars fans knew they were going to be in for a treat – after all, it was the closest they’d likely ever get to a galaxy far, far away – but, …
Read More »Galactic Starcruiser Hotel opens reservations for the general public
The new Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel in Walt Disney World is now open for reservations! A unique experience is offered at Walt Disney World just outside the Hollywood Studios park like Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Hotel open for reservation to the general public. However, there is a catch: you …
Read More »Disneyland Resort is more like Disney World in some ways, and that’s bad news for some guests
Disneyland Resort is a place built on nostalgia. Even in the mid-1950s when Disneyland first opened, everything from Main Street USA to Frontierland was a throwback. Even Tomorowland is now about looking back to the future of an earlier era. For many now, Disneyland itself is nostalgia; you come back …
Read More »Disneyland Resort is preparing for the return of the Holiday Festival!
On November 12, the holiday magic will begin at Disneyland Resort and many festive events will begin. One such event is the incredibly popular Disney California Adventure food festival, Festival of Holidays. The Festival of Holidays offers ultimate holiday dishes including tamales, turkey dinner sliders, and sticky caramel pudding. Credit: …
Read More »There is officially more work to come at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
The Walt Disney World Resort 50th Anniversary celebration is in full swing and the powers that be in Orlando have made all kinds of exciting changes to the rides, restaurants and hotels at the resort ahead of the park party officially starting on October 1. 2021. Credit: Disney Related: Disney’s …
Read More »Hotel Deals Special Vacation Package Perfect for runDisney participants
Are you attending any of the upcoming runDisney events? We have the perfect hotel deal for you! The JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa offers an epic hotel package for runners and their fans. Read on to find out more! Credit: Screenshot via runDisney From November 4-7, Walt …
Read More »Digital Enforcement of Vacation Package Rights at Disneyland Resort
(Photo credit: LA Times) Today, The Walt Disney Travel Company (WDTC) announced operational changes at Disneyland. The latest announcements consist of a new website for the digital fulfillment of various vacation package rights. Digital fulfillment of vacation package rights âAs we resume operations in support of the reopening of Disneyland …
Read More »Back to the Magic: 6 Night Luxury Walt Disney World Vacation Package Contest
Book your next Disney vacation with Academy Travel Longtime readers of this website will know that we have been telling you about Academy Travel for some time now. The reason we’re so excited about them is simple. It’s free to use Academy Travel and most customers even save money compared …
Read More »The new Disney “Magic Your Way” vacation package will save you $ 500!
We’ve been waiting for Disney to come up with a new vacation package – and it looks like that day has arrived! During the pandemic, of course, tourism to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida was unusual. Typically, when Disney wants to increase their guest numbers, we start to see …
Read More »NEW ‘Magic Is Here’ Vacation Package Debuts for Bookings at Walt Disney World Resort Through Dec. 25
Starting today, several new Walt Disney World offers are available. Play, stay and SAVE at Walt Disney World Resort this fall and the holiday season with the new Magic Is Here vacation package! Save up to $ 500 on a 4-night, 4-day Walt Disney Travel Company room and ticket package …
Read More »Universal’s Harry Potter Vacation Package Includes Letter from Hogwarts
Universal Orlando’s relaunch of its popular wizarding world-themed vacation package hits Harry Potter fans in the right place: They’ll receive their own Hogwarts Letter. One of the new enhancements to Universal’s Harry Potter Vacation Package, available until December 20 for Florida residents, is a keepsake box that arrives in the …
Read More »ESPN Disney Vacation Package Final Offer of $ 75,600
Disney world resort Staying at Walt Disney World’s Cinderella Castle can cost an arm and a leg. With the proceeds going to a cancer foundation, one person was willing to pay for the arms and legs, and possibly some teeth. ESPN’s 15th annual ESPYS auction to benefit the V Foundation …
Read More »Disney offers a Christmas vacation package
The Walt Disney World Resort invites travel agents and advisors to sell their customers the Ultimate Disney Christmastime package. Travelers taking advantage of the Disney World vacation package will arrive on December 17 and depart on December 22. Customers will enjoy an itinerary that includes exclusive experiences only for customers …
Read More »Walt Disney World Launches This Year’s Christmas Vacation Package
The most magical time of year can get a little more magical with the Walt Disney World Christmas Vacation Package. This year’s package is a five-night stay from December 17-22. Customers can purchase this package for select Disney Moderate, Disney Deluxe, or Disney Deluxe Villa Resort hotels. In addition to …
Read More »Dreams come true! Book a JetBlue Getaways Disney vacation package and kids travel and stay free
NEW YORK, October 9, 2012 / PRNewswire / – Dreams come true this fall with JetBlue Getaways (NASDAQ: JBLU) vacation packages, the airline’s comprehensive, service-oriented vacation package program. The kid-friendly airline today announced a special offer to select Walt Disney World® Station or Disneyland® Choice city resort hotels. For each …
Read More »Walt Disney World Announces Limited Time ‘Ultimate Disney Christmas’ Family Vacation Package
If you’re looking to plan a vacation getaway, Disney just announced a special offer on hotels and park tickets called Ultimate Disney Christmas. The offer includes a stay at select Disney resorts from December 21 – 26, 2017, and it’s full of party fun for the whole family. The following …
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