Archive for May, 2013

Disney’s Monstrous Summer All-Nighter …my thoughts…

Posted in DISNEY'S MAGIC KINGDOM with tags , on May 26, 2013 by disneychronicles

To kick off the summer season and celebrate the June opening of the new Disney film Monsters University, Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom was open for 24 hours yesterday! Now I am an addict but I’m not THAT crazy! I do have my limits.

I suppose for some this could be the Ultimate Adventure, especially if you are there for vacation. There’s nothing like getting in a few extra hours at the parks if your limited on time.

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Guests received Monstrous Summer buttons and special guides have been printed outlining the day’s special events, including Mike and Sulley appearing in a pre-parade and meeting and greeting with guests in Tomorrowland during the late night hours. (I have to be honest, we spent about 7 hours in the park and I really expected there to be a bit more).

Mike and Sully lead the way as the Grand Marshalls of the “Celebrate a Dream Come True” parade down Main Street, U.S.A and they also had a dance party that focused on the “Monsters”..

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If you stop in at Monster’s Inc. Laugh Floor, keep your eyes open for a new feature…

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Special “Monster’s” merchandise was rolled out for this event that also includes Sulley ear hats, T-shirts,

cupcakes, and cake pops.

It was fun, and nice to see something different but I do wish that they did a little bit more. Honestly I was in bed by 1am and perfectly happy to be 😀

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We are KICKEN off summer with a Disney ALL NIGHTER!

Posted in DISNEY'S MAGIC KINGDOM with tags , on May 21, 2013 by disneychronicles

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It’s a Monstrous 24-Hour Event
On May 24, 2013, for one day and one night only!

3 Days to go & I cannot wait! I missed the one in February 2012.

From 6:00 AM, May 24 to 6:00 AM, May 25, 2013, we will experience monster madness inside Magic Kingdom park at Walt Disney World Resort.

Events will range from special entertainment and Monsters-themed merchandise to frightening food and boo-verages, this “All-Nighter” is sure to be one scary good time!

From the Disney website….

A Day and Night at Walt Disney World Resort
At Magic Kingdom park, enjoy the fun when Mike and Sulley take their turn as Grand Marshals of the Celebrate a Dream Come True Parade. Watch along and wave, or make your way to an after-dark screening of Disney•Pixar’sMonsters, Inc. in Tomorrowland.

For a fun and fancy free Character encounter, join the delightful duo known as Chip ‘n’ Dale when they drop in to Town Square. Take some time to take some pictures, or head on inside Town Square Theater where you’ll find Mickey and Minnie.

Haven’t quite had enough? Then fill this magical cup of fun all the way to the brim and boogie down at a late night dance party in and around the courtyard of Cinderella Castle!

Here is a video of the announcement….

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/let-the-memories-begin/monstrous-summer-all-night-event-disney-parks/?video=MonstrousSummerAllNightEvent

Follow me…I will also be posting updates while I’m there on..

https://www.facebook.com/WorldwideTravelPlanners

 

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Disney Magic….a serious RENOVATION…

Posted in DISNEY CRUISE LINE with tags on May 16, 2013 by disneychronicles

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The Disney Magic was Disney’s 1st cruise ship. It weighed in at 83,000 tons and was built in 1998.

She will be entering dry dock September 7 through October 10th.  The main point is to give the ship a cleaner and more timeless design.

If you have sailed on the Dream or the Fantasy you know that the technology aboard these ships is amazing, they will be adding that to the Magic also.

Some of the things that will go is the Mickey Mouse shaped pool and the huge atrium chandelier. (Which weighs over a ton!)

This will go to a museum in Seattle.

The children’s and teen areas are getting new themes.  Which will incorporate “It’s a small world” and a lot more technology!

Another section will be the NEW Marvel Avengers Academy where the kids can dress up as their favorite super heroes!

In the Dining spectrum, Animators Palate is staying, of course but is getting newer technology with LED fiber optic lights.

Parrot Cay on Deck 3 will reopen as Carioca’s and have a South American vibe. Somewhat the Three Caballeros feel….

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The Adult area now called Beat Street will be renamed After Hours and get a sophisticated update.  Rockin Bar D will be called Fathoms and feature light fixtures that look like jellyfish with a color scheme of the sea. Among other changes the sports bar will become an Irish pub.

Within the cabins all staterooms will have higher beds that allow the storage of suitcases underneath, updated head-board and new bedspreads.The dressers will be replaced with built in cabinets.

The pool area will also get a major overhaul. It will become a large family play area with water sprays and a bucket dump.

SO YES, this is a pretty big renovation and I think most of you will agree a much-needed one!

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Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party & Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Dates!

Posted in DISNEY'S MAGIC KINGDOM with tags , on May 7, 2013 by disneychronicles

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Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2013:

September: 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27 & 29, 2013
October: 3, 4, 6, 10, 11, 14, 17, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25, 27, 29 & 31, 2013
November: 1, 2013

Hours: 7:00 pm – midnight, Parade at 8:15 pm and 10:30 pm, Fireworks at 9:30 pm

Pricing for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2013:

September 2013

September 10, 13, 17, 20, 24 & 27, 2013

  • Advance Purchase:
    Adult: $59.00 + tax, Child: $54.00 + tax
  • Same Day Purchase:
    Adult: $65.00 + tax, Child: $60.00 + tax
  • Passholder/DVC Discount (Advance):
    Adult: $56.00 + tax, Child: $51.00 + tax
  • Military Discount (Advance):
    Adult: $41.30 + tax, Child: $37.80 + tax

September 29, 2013

  • Advance Purchase:
    Adult: $62.00 + tax, Child: $57.00 + tax
  • Same Day Purchase:
    Adult: $67.00 + tax, Child: $62.00 + tax
  • Passholder/DVC Discount (Advance):
    Adult: $58.00 + tax, Child: $53.00 + tax

October 2013

October 3, 6, 10, 14, 17, 20, 22 & 24, 2013

  • Advance Purchase:
    Adult: $62.00 + tax, Child: $57.00 + tax
  • Same Day Purchase:
    Adult: $67.00 + tax, Child: $62.00 + tax
  • Passholder/DVC Discount (Advance):
    Adult: $58.00 + tax, Child: $53.00 + tax

October 4, 11, 18, 25, 27 & 29, 2013

  • Advance Purchase:
    Adult: $62.00 + tax, Child: $57.00 + tax
  • Same Day Purchase:
    Adult: $67.00 + tax, Child: $62.00 + tax

October 31, 2013

  • Advance Purchase:
    Adult: $73.00 + tax, Child: $68.00 + tax
  • Same Day Purchase:
    Adult: $73.00 + tax, Child: $68.00 + tax

November 2013

November 1, 2013

  • Advance Purchase:
    Adult: $62.00 + tax, Child: $57.00 + tax
  • Same Day Purchase:
  • Adult: $67.00 + tax, , Child: $62.00 + tax

Mickeys Very Merry Christmas Party

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Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party runs November 8, 11, 14, 15, 17, 21, and 22 and December 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, and 20.

If you pre-order your tickets, the cost is $62 per adult plus tax and $57 per child plus tax.  Black out dates include November 22, December 6, 13, and 19.  These dates, along with same day ticket prices are $67 per adult plus tax and $62 per child plus tax.  December 20 is at a premium price of $71 per adult plus tax and $66 per child plus tax.

 

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