Florida Resident Discover Disney Ticket Offer is Back!

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January 3, 2019

It’s back again! For a limited time, Florida residents can take advantage of a special ticket offer and purchase a 3-day Discover Disney Ticket for only $175 plus tax—valid for admission to one theme park per day! Plus, add a 4th day for just $20 more plus tax! These tickets can be used on non-consecutive days through June 30, 2019 with no blackout dates.

Visit multiple theme parks on the same day by upgrading your ticket to include the Park Hopper Option for just $32.50 more plus tax for a 3-day ticket or $37.50 more plus tax for a 4-day ticket. For an additional $57.50 plus tax, add the Park Hopper Plus Option to a 3-day Discover Disney Ticket—or for an additional $62.50 plus tax, add the Park Hopper Plus Option to a 4-day Discover Disney Ticket. If you add the Park Hopper Plus Option to your Discover Disney Ticket, you get all the benefits of the Park Hopper Option, plus you can enjoy 3 visits with the 3-day Discover Disney ticket or 4 visits with the 4-Day Discover Disney ticket to the Disney Water Parks, select Disney golf courses and more Walt Disney World fun.

Take advantage of these great prices:

3-Day Discover Disney Ticket – $175 plus tax
3-Day Discover Disney Ticket with Park Hopper Option – $207.50 plus tax
3-Day Discover Disney Ticket with Park Hopper Plus Option – $232.50 plus tax
4-Day Discover Disney Ticket – $195 plus tax
4-Day Discover Disney Ticket with Park Hopper Option – $232.50 plus tax
4-Day Discover Disney Ticket with Park Hopper Plus Option – $257.50 plus tax
Purchase through June 27, 2019. Discover Disney Tickets are valid for use through June 30, 2019 and can be used on non-consecutive days—with no blackout dates.

Tickets and options are nontransferable and nonrefundable and exclude activities/events separately priced. Discover Disney 3- and 4-Day Tickets and add-on Options expire on June 30, 2019.

Important Details

Florida Resident Discover Disney Tickets are valid for admission to any one of the 4 theme parks per day.
Tickets and any options purchased must be used by June 30, 2019.
All tickets and options are nontransferable and nonrefundable and exclude activities/events separately priced.
Proof of Florida residency required. For Florida resident tickets, all adults will need to show proof of Florida residency at park entrance.
See ticket for additional restrictions, details, terms and conditions.
Water Parks subject to rehabilitation, seasonal and weather closures.
After the expiration date, the price paid for a wholly unused ticket can be applied to the purchase of a new ticket with an equal or higher price.
Tee times are required for Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course and are subject to availability.

Eligibility
Proof of Florida residency required.

Purchase By
June 27, 2019

Important Details

Florida Resident Discover Disney Tickets are valid for admission to any one of the 4 theme parks per day.
Tickets and any options purchased must be used by June 30, 2019.
All tickets and options are nontransferable and nonrefundable and exclude activities/events separately priced.
No group rates or other discounts apply.
Proof of Florida residency required. For Florida resident tickets, all adults will need to show proof of Florida residency at park entrance.
See ticket for additional restrictions, details, terms and conditions.
Water Parks subject to rehabilitation, seasonal and weather closures.
After the expiration date, the price paid for a wholly unused ticket can be applied to the purchase of a new ticket with an equal or higher price.
Tee times are required for Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course and are subject to availability.

To book travel to Walt Disney World or to help with any of your vacation planning needs click the link below for a no-obligation complimentary quote!

Tower of Terror “Unlimited” at Tokyo Disneyland!

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Tessa H

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January 3, 2019

Tokyo DisneySea’s “Tower of Terror” has been transformed into a limited-edition “unlimited version“, making guests scream from January 7th 2019 to March 20th. This “unlimited’ version of Tower of Terror has even more drops and surprises than ever before… for a limited time only, the attraction will have multiple ride sequences becoming totally unpredictable!

Wow, this certainly sounds terrifying! This exciting modification of the spooky ride is happening alongside the grand finale of Tokyo Disneyland’s 35th anniversary as well as Pixar Playtime and Duffy’s Heartwarming Days at Tokyo DisneySea!

The Best of Walt Disney World Food & Drink 2018

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Kelly Kerl

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January 2, 2019

I don’t know about you, but one of my favorite things about Walt Disney World is the food! Every year, chefs set to work creating the most iconic creations the “world” has ever seen. 2018 was no exception. Let’s break down the best of Walt Disney World food & drink for 2018.

We saw so many new restaurants and eateries open this year! Caribbean Beach Resort’s renovations brought with it the addition of Sebastian’s’ Bistro, along with a new look and taste for Centertown Market and Banana Cabana. Over at Coronado Springs, the over-the-water Spyglass Grill serves up Caribbean inspired Latin dishes, like the Caribbean Taco Trio. Just last month we saw the debut of a brand-new character dining experience, Storybook Dining at Artist Point.

Snow White and her friends visit with guests while they dine on a menu inspired by the classic film. Disney also got us ready for the big game over at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex with the addition of seven new concession stands and more than 30 snack carts featuring all new menus. Perfect for a pre-game meal, or a quick snack between events.

Disney Springs experienced its own restaurant renaissance with the addition of 8 new locations! Italian eateries Maria & Enzo’s, Pizza Ponte, Enzo’s Hideaway and Terralina Crafted Italian, all debuted in 2018. Each establishment offers its own unique take on regional Italian food in settings that vary from an underground speakeasy to a lakeside villa. The addition of the Edison, Wine Bar George, Chicken Guy! and Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill, round out the places to add to your list for your next visit.

One of the most exciting debuts of 2018 was Toy Story Land! Along with it came so many fun treats that looked like they popped right out of Andy’s lunch box. One of my personal favorites are the Lunch Box Tarts, which come in Chocolate Hazelnut, Raspberry and (exclusively for the holidays) Cinnamon Cran-Apple! They’re also serving up specialty beverages like the Mystic Portal Punch, served in an Alien Sipper, complete with “The Claw”. Oooooooooooooooh.

Of course, Disney always steps up their game for Epcot’s annual festivals. In addition to the International Food & Wine Festival, this year the International Festival of the Arts, International Flower & Garden Festival, and the International Festival of the Holidays each featured numerous food booths. Even Groot made an appearance in his own sipper cup, featuring slushies inspired by the Guardians of the Galaxy.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… for snacks! From September through December, the holiday celebrations at Walt Disney World always have the best treats. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party brought us the seasons most polarizing snack, Candy Corn. Served in the form of a spooktacular milkshake! Snack time over at Hollywood Studios was a “Flurry of Fun” with holiday shortbread cookies. And let’s not forget the Gingerbread Spice Beignets over at Sassagoula Floatworks. SO TASTY!

Last but certainly not least, we have to give a nod to the snacks that launched an Insta-worthy sensation. Influencers rejoiced when the Rose Gold Cupcake debuted at Sunshine Seasons in Epcot. Followed closely by the Millennial Pink Milkshake at Auntie Gravities in Magic Kingdom. This opened the floodgates for pastel treats galore from cream puffs and cake pops, to a signature bubbly topped with chocolate!

What a fantastic year for enjoying all of the culinary delights Walt Disney World had to offer. 2019 is shaping up to be full of promise, and snacks, as well. With even more restaurants coming to Disney Springs, brand new resort hotels, and the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – I can’t wait to taste what’s in store!

Source/Photo Credit: Disney

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All Star Music Introduces a Princess Merida Cupcake

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Brittney Hughes

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January 2, 2019

The All Star Music Resort introduced a new character icon cupcake at the Intermission Food Court and it’s pretty fierce! The same resort that brought us the Little Mermaid cupcake and the Maleficent cupcake is back with a delightful culinary creation channeling the strong princess Merida!

Princess Merida would definitely approve of this sweet treat. The chocolate cupcake is topped with green and orange buttercream frosting, dotted with gold crisp pearls and has a chocolate arrow piercing through the top. Green and silver glitter give the treat extra sparkle.

For those guests on the Disney Dining Plan, the Princess Merida cupcake is an excellent use of a snack credit. If you do not have the Disney Dining Plan, you can purchase for only $5.99. The All Star Music Resort has plenty of options to accompany your treat. You can use your resort refillable mug and grab soda, coffee or tea. Or, you may choose to grab a beer flight at the Singing Spirits Pool Bar. Either way, you’ll have plenty to options to wash down the Princess Merida Cupcake!

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Disney Junior Dance Party Now Performing at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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January 2, 2019

Grab your dancing shoes and practice your flossing skills! The brand new Disney Junior Dance Party is live and ready for you! Join DJ Deejay and Finn Fiesta at Disney’s Hollywood Studios as they host this fun-filled party and “spin” you in with their DJ magic.

Party with Vampirina as she teaches you some scary new dance moves, and join Doc McStuffins for a very important checkup!

Sing along to “Zuka Zama Zum Zum” while learning some brand new dance moves from Timon himself, and Mickey Mouse from “Mickey and the Roadster Racers” speeds his way there from Hot Dog Hills. Let’s hope he makes it in time for the big finale!

There are plenty of showtimes all throughout the day and FastPasses are available for priority seating, making it an easy addition to your day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Make sure to visit some of the characters in Animation Courtyard before or after the show for an autograph!

Can’t wait to party with the stars? Click on our video and dance your heart out now!

Our Disneyland fans can expect to see Vampirina at the Disney Junior Dance Party at Disney California Adventure next month!

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Marathon Weekend to Impact Several Roads at Walt Disney World

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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January 2, 2019

The Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend is one of the most popular events of the year and will take place from Saturday, January 12th to Sunday, January 13th, 2019. This is an exciting time for marathon participants and their supporters who train all year for the event. Due to mandatory road closures, it also presents some challenges for maneuvering around the property during the race.

From 5 to 8:30 am Saturday and Sunday, World Drive will be closed in both directions. The closure will stretch from the main entrance of Disney’s Contemporary Resort to Seven Seas Drive. During that time, any resort guests in a personal vehicle will need to take a 12-mile detour outside of the property via Winter Garden Vineland Road (CR 535) and Reams Road.

Disney’s complimentary transportation will still be available during this time. It is highly recommended that all guests use buses to get to their destinations. Those with dining reservations at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will travel to the Transportation and Ticket Center by resort bus, then transfer to the resort monorail line. Be aware that this route will undoubtedly increase travel time. As a result, guests wanting to use this option should plan for at least an hour in transit from other resorts.

Guests driving in from North of Walt Disney World:

Take Reams Road.
Turn right on Silverlake Park Drive.
Turn right on Winter Garden Vineland Road (CR 535).
Turn right on South Apopka Vineland Road (SR 535).
Merge on to I-4 West.
Take exit 67 for Buena Vista Drive.

Guests driving in from South of Walt Disney World:

Take I-4 to exit 68 for SR 535.
Turn left on South Apopka Vineland Road (SR 535).
Turn left on Winter Garden Vineland Road (CR 535).
Turn left on Silverlake Park Drive.
Take the third exit on the roundabout onto Reams Road.
Take a left on Floridian Place.
Take a left onto Center Drive.

Photo Credit: Disney

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Legoland Florida Now Open More Than Ever Before

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Sara Parr

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January 2, 2019

LEGO Enthusiasts rejoice! LEGOLAND Florida recently released their calendar for 2019 and revealed some major changes. LEGOLAND will no longer close on Tuesdays; offering more park days than ever before!

In recent years, LEGOLAND Florida has been closed on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the slower seasons. For 2019, the LEGOLAND Park will now remain open on Tuesdays! Taco Tuesday anyone??

The park will be closed only 19 days this year. (Keep in mind that dates and park hours are subject to change without notice). With the opening of LEGO Movie World and the addition of 3 new rides, 2019 is a great time visit!

As if that wasn’t enough, LEGOLAND Florida’s Water Park is also adding additional days to the 2019 calendar. Opening early March 2019 through late October 2019, there are more days than ever before to enjoy this family favorite. Plan your visit today to float in Build-A-Raft River, splash around in DUPLO Splash Safari, or soak up some fun at the Joker Soaker!

Photo Source: LEGOLAND

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Construction Continues on the Space 220 Restaurant at Epcot

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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January 2, 2019

Construction is moving along on the new Space 220 restaurant at Epcot. While the opening date has not been announced at this time the structure is taking shape. As part of an addition to the Mission to Mars area, the new dining experience will reside between Mission Space and Test Track.

The photos show progress, but it is still too early to tell exactly what the exterior of the building will look like in the space. We do know that with over 350 seats planned for the location it will be much more spacious than a cramped command module.

The entire dining experience will surely be out of this world. From the reported blast off in the elevator to the proposed spaceship dining room, diners may feel like astronauts. This restaurant will offer sweeping views of the galaxy with a 250-foot long screen stretched through the dining room allowing us all to dine in the vastness of outer space while keeping our feet safely on Earth.

The concept for the restaurant is from Patina Group. The same group who handles operations for Epcot and Disney Springs restaurant favorites Via Napoli, Tutto Italia, The Edison, Morimoto Asia, and Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante. With the fantastic theming of the existing restaurants at the Walt Disney World resort, we can only anticipate Space 220 will be like nothing we have ever experienced.

Whether you are waiting for a seat on the space shuttle or just wanting to experience space without having to do so much training, Space 220 will have you practicing your best“10-4 Houston”!

Stay tuned, we will be posting updates as they become available.

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Disney Artist Ashley Taylor Announces Epcot International Festival of the Arts Signing Dates

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January 2, 2019

Disney Artist Ashley Taylor Announces Epcot International Festival of the Arts Signing Dates

The 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts, which runs from January 18 – February 25, 2019, will be filled with lots of art, entertainment, and food! This yearly celebration of the culinary, visual, and performing arts features activities for the entire family. These include food studios, interactive workshops, the Disney on Broadway concert series, and lots of art galleries.

Speaking of galleries, one of our favorite Her Universe designers, Ashley Taylor, will be debuting four new prints at the WonderGround Gallery Tent, and they look amazing! She will also be available to meet and sign artwork at the Epcot International Festival of the Arts. Mark your calendars now so you don’t miss out!

Ashley Taylor has always loved art, but after a college professor made her doubt her skills she thought that part of her life was done. But then she began working at Walt Disney World®, and her passion for design was reignited. She had the opportunity to present an idea to the Disney Creative Forum and was awarded a contract for her artistic skills. She now creates artwork for the Disney Parks Blog, Disney Parks Merchandise, HerUniverse, and the WonderGround Gallery. Check out these fantastic new pieces she has designed for this year’s Festival!

Happy Thoughts and Pixie Dust

We’re off to Neverland with this first piece! All of your favorite characters – from Tink to Peter and the hardest working babysitter dog in history, Nana – are here!

World Of Dreams

Epcot is filled with so many cultures, and this print combines this real-life place with the wonder of Disney. It’s a small World Showcase after all!

Chasing Midnight

As a little girl, this was always my favorite story, and I dreamed of wearing a dress like this one day. This moment on the stairs is where Cinderella’s real life is returning, but what happens after midnight is where the story lives on forever!

They Can’t Order Me to Stop Dreaming

This final piece is all about chasing your dreams, and remembering that no matter what if you are kind and work hard, your dreams can come true – just take a look at that shadow!

Ashley Taylor is excited to be debuting these prints – and we can’t wait to see them in person at the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts!

Hi friends!!! I’m debuting FOUR NEW PRINTS at Epcot International Festival of the Arts in 2019! (I’ll reveal the new designs on New Year’s Eve!) Here are my signing dates and times! Hope to see you there!! ?✨? #Epcot #festivalofthearts #WonderGroundGallery #disney pic.twitter.com/r3IL0PjY0z

— ashley taylor (@ashley24taylor) December 23, 2018

Photo Source: Ashley Taylor/Disney

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Busch Gardens Offering Free Beer in 2019

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Kaitlyn

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January 2, 2019

Busch Gardens Offering Free Beer in 2019. Guests over the legal drinking age of 21 will have a chance to have free beer while visiting Busch Gardens in Tampa, Florida.

What?! Yes, you read that right! FREE. BEER. Guests can visit either Garden Gate Cafe or Serengeti Overlook Pub inside the park and receive two complimentary beer samples per visit to Busch Gardens. That means free beer for any guest over the age of 21 for every day they visit Busch Gardens. Which means you can enjoy a #YearOfBeer.

Busch Garden is paying homage and going back to their roots. Busch Gardens initially opened as a Beer Garden back in 1959. The offer is currently being offered ONLY at the Busch Gardens Tampa Bay location. This special deal for guests is in correlation with the parks 60th Anniversary celebration.

Garden Gate Cafe is a Counter Service Restaurant with something for the whole family. Serengeti Overlook Pub primarily serves guests over 21 years of age. With over 25 local and national brews on tap this is a great place to stop and grab a pint while in the park. In addition to cocktails and other adult beverages, they also offer entrees and desserts on their menu. Busch Gardens will be offering this promotion all of 2019, and only seems to be excluding their Halloween time event, Howl-O-Scream.

Congratulations to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on 60 Years of creating Family Fun and Entertainment!

Only valid at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Busch Gardens reserves the right to refuse service of any alcoholic beverage to any guest who is unable to provide proper identification or appears to be intoxicated. Legal Proof of Drinking age is required for all alcohol consumption. Not valid for any other discounts. Not valid during Howl-O-Scream.

Photo Credit: Busch Gardens

Sulley Premium Popcorn Bucket Spotted at Animal Kingdom

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Danielle

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January 2, 2019

Last year during Pixar Fest many of us fell in love with the adorable Sully Premium Popcorn Bucket! Now the fan favorite bucket has popped up at Walt Disney World! We spotted it at the Feeding Ground Popcorn Cart in Animal Kingdom, and it’s just as cute as you’d imagine!

The Sulley Premium Popcorn Bucket comes filled with delicious Disney popcorn, for just $14.99. He’s a large molded figure bucket, which is fun to not only enjoy popcorn from, but to keep as a novelty decoration once you return home. Novelty food souvenirs have always been a personal favorite of mine, now we just need the Mike Wazowski Sipper Cup to make an appearance!

The back opens up for the popcorn, and closes tightly to keep your yummy popcorn safe. The carrying strap says “Monsters, INC” and has a graphic that features many of the stylized doors from the movie credits.

Currently Sulley has only been spotted at select locations throughout the Animal Kingdom Park, so if you’re looking to catch this monster popcorn bucket, that is where I would look!

Will you be adding the Sulley Premium Popcorn Bucket to your Disney Parks novelty souvenirs collection? I know I’m grabbing it for my collection!

Walt Disney World Sun and Fun Room Offer Released!

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Heather Adamczak

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January 2, 2019

Get your bags packed! Disney has released another GREAT summer fun promotion. Starting today, you can take advantage of an incredible offer on select resort hotels.

Now you can save up to 30 percent on rooms with the “Sun & Fun Room Offer” at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels for stays most nights April 28-Sept. 30, 2019, when you book through March 24, 2019.*

Staying at a Walt Disney World resort hotel puts you inside the magic for the entirety of your vacation. Every resort hotel offers its own unique experience – anything from an African savanna to a classic American boardwalk – along with complimentary transportation to and from all four theme parks, two water parks, Disney Springs and Orlando International Airport. You’ll also enjoy benefits that help you maximize your time in the parks, such as Extra Magic Hours and early access to FastPass+ planning.

The easiest way to book this incredible offer is online from the comfort of home. To learn more about this offer or get a free quote, click here.