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June 22, 2023
Last week, we were sprinkled (nah, doused) in Pixie Dust. Big Discounts and Major Announcements for Fall & the Holiday season of 2023. So, let’s recap!
1. New at Walt Disney World Resort: Fall/Holiday Hotel Discounts
DISCOUNTS!! 
Halloween. 
Thanksgiving. 
Christmas. 
Hanukkah. No matter which HOLIDAY you want to celebrate at WDW…there’s an OFFER for that!
DISNEY+ OFFER
Disney+ subscribers save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels from October 22 – November 2, 2023, and November 26 – December 25, 2023.
ROOM ONLY OFFER
Save up to 25% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels on stays most nights October 2 to December 25, 2023.
Contact me ASAP to get a Quote! Rooms are booking quickly & inventory is very limited. AngieBaycura@d2travel.com
Plus…
Florida Residents save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels, valid for stays most nights October 2 through December 25, 2023. Annual Passholders can save up to 40% at select hotels.
Don’t rule out a Last-Minute Summer Vacay.
- Save up to 25% on stays most nights July 11 to August 20, and September 15 to September 28, 2023
- Save up to 30% on stays most nights August 21 to September 14, 2023
💚Mention this Blog when you book your 2023 or 2024 trip and get a bonus $10 Starbucks gift card.
2. Star Wars News
The FINAL VOYAGE for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will take place Sept. 28-30, 2023!! This was BIG news! Not a total shocker but as a big Star Wars Geek, I was sad to see it go. I think the high price point was a big “Star”killer.
Disney Visa Cardmembers! Darth Vader meet & greet is back…there’s no escaping the power of the dark side. 
No worries non-Card holders, you can still meet Vader, Chewbacca & BB-8 in lines for regular guests.
3. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and The NEW Jollywood Nights
JOLLYWOOD NIGHTS, a new Holiday Party at Hollywood Studios!
A new separately ticketed event from 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.
Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hotels, and Shades of Green can buy tickets starting June 29. Tickets may be purchased by all guests starting July 6. Ticket prices will range from $159 – $179 per person.
Party dates are:
- November: 11,18, 20, 27, 29
- December: 4, 6,16,18, 20
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party are limited and can be purchased online beginning July 6. Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green can begin purchasing tickets as early as June 29. Ticket prices will range from $159-$199 per person.
The party dates are:
- November 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 21, 22, 26, 28, 30
- December: 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22
❤Interested in Attending? AngieBaycura@d2travel.com
MORE Holiday Fun at Walt Disney World
- NEW Frozen Holiday Surprise-Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff & the Snowgies! This is a brand new Frozen-inspired entertainment experience that will illuminate Cinderella Castle!
- Merry Menagerie (winter animal puppets) at Animal Kingdom
- EPCOT Festival of the Holidays: Nov. 24 to Dec. 30. Including the return of Candlelight Processional.
- Yuletide projection show on Hollywood Tower Hotel at Hollywood Studios. Meet Buzz, Woody & Jessie in their Holiday attire in Toy Story Land.
- Holiday Decor & Christmas Tree Stroll in Disney Springs
- See Santa Claus-all 4 parks, Disney Springs & at a Water Park.
- Holiday Decor at the Resorts ie. Gingerbread Displays
🎉Book your 2024 Walt Disney World Vacation Package and be entered to win a Disney Cruise for 4! You heard that right – win a 
Disney Cruise on Destinations to Travel! Winner will be chosen October 1st, 2023!
Contact me today to start planning your 2024 Disney Vacation Package! AngieBaycura@d2travel.com
– RULES –
– Your package must include a minimum of 4 nights at a Disney Resort, 4 days of tickets and a dining package.
– Deposit must be made at time of booking no later than September 30th, 2023.
– Travel must take place on or after January 9, 2024.
– Cancellation of booking will result in forfeit of entry.
– Cruise dates are subject to availability.
4. SECRET TIP!! Least Expensive Weeks to Travel to WDW in 2024!
5. Disney Cruise Line News
Late 2024 Halloween on the High Seas & 
Very Merrytime Cruises booking very soon!
- Pearl Castaway Club Members: Monday, June 19, 2023
- Platinum Castaway Club Members, Golden Oak and Club 33 Members: Tuesday, June 20, 2023
- Gold Castaway Club Members: Wednesday, June 21, 2023
- Silver Castaway Club Members, Disney Vacation Club and Adventure Insiders: Thursday, June 22, 2023
- Bookings open to all Guests: Monday, June 26, 2023
Interested in a Disney Cruise? Email me to get on my quote list! AngieBaycura@d2travel.com
Plus, Special Sailings to Hawaii and the South Pacific
The Disney Wonder will sail from Vancouver, Canada, to Honolulu, Hawaii, in late September with stops on the islands of Kauai, Maui and Hawaii before arriving in Oahu. From Hawaii, the Disney Wonder will embark on a transpacific voyage to Sydney, Australia, that will take families through the South Pacific to visit once-in-a-lifetime destinations such as Fiji, American Samoa and New Caledonia.
Disney Cruise Line will then set sail on its second season of vacations from Australia and New Zealand, bringing the magic of Disney close to home for local families in the region.
DCL UPDATE!! DisneyBand+ is now available to purchase for Guests sailing onboard the Disney Wish beginning June 12th and beyond, who are within 45-11 days of their sail date.
Very Merrytime Cruise 2023 What’s Coming…
- Disney Characters in new Holiday looks
- New Tree Lighting Ceremony in the ship’s atrium
- New Mickey & Minnie’s Holiday Party– deck party with a mix of classic & original holiday songs.
- Commemorative Merchandise
6. Say Aloha to AULANI in Ko Olina, Hawaii 🏝💙
2024 Vacations are available to Book now!
Voted one of the BEST US Resorts for Families by Travel & Leisure
7. Disneyland Resort News
🎃Oogie Boogie Bash
Tickets will go on sale to the general public on June 29 (no earlier than 9 a.m. PT). On June 27 (no earlier than 9 a.m. PT), a limited amount of Oogie Boogie Bash tickets go on pre-sale for Magic Key holders.
Tickets are limited!! The party tickets typically SELL OUT quickly!
DATES & PRICES:
Tuesday, September 5, 2023 $134
Thursday, September 7, 2023 $144
Sunday, September 10, 2023 $159
Tuesday, September 12, 2023 $134
Thursday, September 14, 2023 $144
Sunday, September 17, 2023 $159
Tuesday, September 19, 2023 $134
Thursday, September 21, 2023 $144
Sunday, September 24, 2023 $159
Tuesday, September 26, 2023 $144
Thursday, September 28, 2023 $144
Sunday, October 1, 2023 $169
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 $159
Thursday, October 5, 2023 $159
Sunday, October 8, 2023 $169
Tuesday, October 10, 2023 $159
Thursday, October 12, 2023 $159
Sunday, October 15, 2023 $169
Tuesday, October 17, 2023 $159
Thursday, October 19, 2023 $159
Sunday, October 22, 2023 $169
Tuesday, October 24, 2023 $169
Thursday, October 26, 2023 $169
Sunday, October 29, 2023 $189
Tuesday, October 31, 2023 $189
Goodbye Paradise Pier Hotel…say HELLO to the newly renovated/rethemed PIXAR PLACE HOTEL! I love all the little platinum Pixar characters in the flooring. How cute! I spy my beloved Remy on the wall by the check-in! 
These are just some Lobby pics. Coming this summer, a Nemo water play area including a 186 ft. waterslide will open. A family play court will debut later this year. A new restaurant, Great Maple, modern American eatery will debut this fall. Expected Completion…this Winter 2023-2024. I’m dying to see some ROOM updates! Keep checking here for more info!
Get your Disneyland vacation quote today! https://forms.gle/7KqTsQv88jiQzdm78
8. Universal Orlando Resort News
Happy 30th Anniversary to Jurassic Park!
How to live your BEST Jurassic Park filled life at Universal Orlando Resort!
- Book a kids’ suite at Loews Royal Pacific Resort. Isn’t this room awesome?! This resort gives off Isa Nublar vibes.
- Head to Islands of Adventure Park. This is where you’ll find Jurassic Park! RIDE Jurassic World VelociCoaster, Jurassic Park River Adventure and Pteranodon Flyers.
- Little kids will like playing at Camp Jurassic. Make sure to stop inside Jurassic Park Discovery Center- interactive, dino-learning experience (plus merch!).
- Meet Blue at the Raptor Encounter!!
- For a limited time, at Universal Studios Florida, you can also check out the Jurassic Park 30th Anniversary Tribute Store. MERCH alert and it’s just a really cool walk-thru experience.
- Grab a BITE at Thunder Fall Terrace.
AWESOME TICKET OFFER: 💥Buy a 3-Day, 2-Park Ticket for as low as $234.99 + tax per adult and Get 2 DAYS FREE
Includes the following benefits:
- Five days of access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure with purchase of a 3-Day Base or Park-to-Park ticket
- For $35 more, add access to Universal’s Volcano Bay water theme park
This offer is valid for any five (5) calendar days during an eight (8) consecutive calendar day period which commences on and includes the date selected.
🎁BONUS PERK: Buy your Tickets from me and get EARLY Park Admission, which is usually reserved for Universal Hotel Guests only. Plus, get Pro Tips, Itinerary Advice, Maps and Gifts!
🌞EXCLUSIVE SUMMER Hotel OFFER: SAVE 35%* ON A 3+ NIGHT STAY!!
When you stay at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort! That includes the Express Unlimited Passes!! Book by 6/30/23. AngieBaycura@d2travel.com
HOTEL OFFER DETAILS:
- Based on a 3+ night stay in select rooms at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel (Garden View, Bay View, and Deluxe Rooms)
- For travel from 6/2/23 – 8/12/23 (excludes holidays)
🎟Passholders, it’s time to celebrate! 
#UOAPDays return August 15 – September 30, 2023!
2023 & 2024 Universal Orlando Resort Vacation Packages: Get a Quote! 🌍
🎃🧛🏼♀️🧟Halloween Horror Nights
Want the SCARIEST experience ever?!
Or just something a little spooky??
9. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Tickets on SALE now. Prices range from $109-$199 (adult). Enter at 4 pm, Party begins at 7 pm and ends at midnight.
Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Event Dates🎃🐭
August: 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29
September: 1, 4, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29
October: 1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29, 31
November: 1
Let’s 👻BOO This…email me today to get your tickets! AngieBaycura@d2travel.com
Or better yet, let’s also BOO-K you a Disney Vacation Package! $200 deposit. Make Payments as you please or Pay in Full 30 days prior.
10. EPCOT Intl. Food & Wine Festival 🍷🍴
July 27 to November 18, 2023.
25 Global Marketplaces. Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak Scavenger Hunt. Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit Scavenger Hunt (9/29-10/31). Emile’s Fromage Montage (taste 5 cheese dishes).
Check out the EPCOT Intl. Food & Wine Festival’s EAT to the BEAT Concert Series Lineup:
- July 28-29 – Orianthi (NEW)
- July 30-31 – For King & Country (NEW)
- Aug 4-5 – Southern Avenue
- Aug 6-7 – Tiffany
- Aug 11-12 – Ruben Studdard with Haley Reinhart
- Aug 13-14 – The Bacon Brothers (NEW)
- Aug 18-21 – Joey Fatone & Friends
- Aug 25-26 – Ayron Jones (NEW)
- Aug 27-28 – Phillip Phillips (NEW)
- Sept 1-2 – Baha Men
- Sept 3-4 – MercyMe
- Sept 8-9 – Ray Parker Jr.
- Sept 10-11 – Tobymac
- Sept 15 – Celebrity Latin Talent
- Sept 16 – Celebrity Latin Talent
- Sept 17-18 – Raul Acosta and Oro Solido (NEW)
- Sept 22-23 – Los Amigos Invisibles
- Sept 24-25 – 98 °
- Sept 29 – Oct. 2 – Boyz II Men
- Oct 6-7 – Mark Wills
- Oct 8-9 – Sugar Ray
- Oct 13-14 – Hoobastank
- Oct 15-16 – Air Supply
- Oct 20-21 – Taylor Dayne
- Oct 22-23 – Billy Ocean
- Oct 27-30 – Hanson
- Nov 3-4 – We The Kings (NEW)
- Nov 5-6 – Sheila E.
- Nov 10-11 – Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
- Nov 12-13 – 38 Special
Beginning July 6, you can secure your spot for these performances with an Eat to the Beat Dining Package. Fyi: local bands take the stage Tues-Thurs.
11. Walt Disney World Dining Plans!
Disney Dining Plans: Add to your Vacation Package for arrivals beginning Jan. 9, 2024. Each guest in your room must have the same dining plan. Ages 3+.
Quick Service: 2 Quick Service Meals including 1 non-alcoholic drink or alcoholic drink for 21+ per night, 1 Snack per night, 1 Refillable Mug for length of stay.
Standard: 1 Table Service Meal per night, 1 Quick Service Meal per night (1 non-alcoholic drink or alcoholic drink for 21+ for each table & quick service meal), 1 Snack per night, 1 Refillable Mug for length of stay.
Quick Service Dining Plan: $57.01 per adult & $23.83 per child
Standard Dining Plan: $94.28 per adult & 29.69 per child
These prices include taxes but not tips/gratuities.
Bonus Info: Children 3-9 must order from the children’s menu. Under 3 eat free from an adult’s plate.
Remember some restaurants will require 2 Table Service credits (not 1): Be Our Guest, Story Book Dining at Artist Point, Fairytale Dining at Cinderella’s Royal Table, Dinner Shows and all Fine/Signature Dining Restaurants.
WDW 2024 Vacations are available to book now. 💖
🥀Enchantingly Yours,
Angie Baycura
📸 Disney Parks, Universal Parks
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