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AllEars® Newsletter News Bites 11/17/09 AllEars® Newsletter News Bites 11/10/09 Special Edition of News Bites 11/7/09 AllEars® Newsletter News Bites 11/3/09 AllEars® Newsletter News Bites 10/27/09 NEW! BOOK A VACATION, GET FREE NIGHTS! Special Edition of News Bites 9/19/09 AllEars® Newsletter News Bites 11/17/09 Walt Disney World announced last week that the beloved "Lights of Winter" arch that connects Epcot's Future World to World Showcase during the holiday season has been retired. The reason given on the Disney Parks Twitter account is that the technology used for operating the lights has become obsolete. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Space Mountain is officially slated to reopen at Magic Kingdom after months of refurbishment on November 22. Soft openings (that is, announced random openings for limited guests) have been occurring this past week. Enhancements to the attraction include interactive activities in the standby line, new lighting, and a, customized ride photo. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Walt Disney World is offering several new ways to celebrate New Year's Eve this year:
Visit www.disneyworld.com for more details or call 407-WDW-DINE. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Walt Disney World has "re-imagined" Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex with the ESPN brand and is expected to hold a grand reopening on February 25, 2010, renaming the facility ESPN Wide World of Sports. Several ESPN elements will be added throughout the 220-acre facility, providing new entertainment and immersive experiences for guests and athletes, including: 20 video screens, including two JumboTrons that will include customized videos, highlight reels featuring the daily competitions and interviews involving ESPN sports personalities; a new 2,500 square foot state-of-the-art broadcast center with eight edit bays and a direct uplink to ESPN in Bristol, Connecticut; a new ESPN Innovation Lab facility; a redesigned and renamed ESPN Wide World of Sports Grill, a sports-themed eatery with high-definition TV screens and live radio remote capabilities; complex-wide audio system. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- The Old Spice Classic at Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex will run November 26, 27 and 29, and will feature eight of the nation's top NCAA men's basketball teams, including 2009 NCAA tournament participants Florida State, Marquette, Michigan and Xavier. Thanksgiving weekend will see the teams play for 12 games over three days, This year's Old Spice Classic also includes Baylor and Creighton, both participants in the 2009 National Invitational Tournament. Each team will compete in one game per day at The Milk House, with the two remaining undefeated teams meeting in the championship match Sunday, November 29. For more information, visit www.oldspiceclassic.com. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Disney President and Chief Executive Officer Robert A. Iger announced last week that two of the company's most senior leaders would assume new roles at the end of the year. Thomas O. Staggs , Senior Executive Vice President and Disney's Chief Financial Officer and 20-year Disney veteran, will become Chairman, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. In his new position, Staggs will preside over the company's vacation businesses, which span three continents and include five-world class destinations, a top-rated cruise line and the most popular resort locations in North America, Europe and Asia. James A. Rasulo , Chairman of Disney Parks and Resorts and a 23-year Disney veteran, will become Senior Executive Vice President and Disney's Chief Financial Officer. In his new role, Rasulo will oversee the company's worldwide finance organization, corporate strategy and development, brand management, corporate alliances, investor relations, treasury and risk management activities, controller functions, information systems, corporate responsibility, real estate and taxes. Both will remain members of the senior management group reporting to Iger. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- It's time for the FOURTH ANNUAL IllumiNations Party Ticket Giveaway ! Have you ever wandered around Epcot in the evening and seen those people in the private IllumiNations viewing areas? Have you ever wondered how YOU could be one of those lucky people? As a special holiday thanks to our readers, AllEars® is giving away 10 pairs of tickets to a Private VIP IllumiNations Reception to be held in Epcot on Sunday evening, December 13, 2009. Meet time will be approximately 8:15 p.m. (inside Epcot), with a special after-IllumiNations experience that may last an additional 45-60 minutes (different from last year's magic). You must have your own admission into Epcot. You and your guest must be 18 years of age or older. To enter, send an email to allearsnet@yahoo.com no later than midnight East Coast USA time on Monday, November 23. Winners will be emailed and announced no later than December 3. Email Subject line should say: IllumiNations Dream Tickets . In 30 words or less, tell us why you would like to be our guest at this special IllumiNations party. All decisions are final. We are not responsible for lost emails. This is ONLY for two tickets to the Private IllumiNations event on Sunday, December 13, 2009 . No other date or event may be substituted. This offer does NOT include air, hotel, theme park admission, travel, souvenirs or anything else: ONLY the IllumiNations party event. You may not transfer your ticket. Anyone who will be in Epcot on December 13, 2009, is eligible. This is a land-based event and not the IllumiNations boat cruise. Meet time is subject to change & Meet location will be provided to winners approximately seven days prior to event. Anyone from any country who meets the criteria above may enter. Event may be changed/ cancelled at any time by Disney Special Events and/or the weather. No rain checks, no substitutions. No makeup date. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- NFFC & Disneyana Fan Club will hold its Disney World Holiday Extravaganza December 10 - 13, 2009. This will include an exclusive screening of The Princess and the Frog (with surprise guest); a Disney World Decked Halls Holiday Hotel Lobbies Tour; the NFFC World Chapter All Disneyana Show and Sale; Give Kids the World fundraiser; and, much, much, more! Registration NOW OPEN! The NFFC–Disneyana Fan Club World Chapter All Disneyana Show and Sale will be held Saturday, December 12, 2009 at the Regal Sun Hotel (Downtown Disney adjacent). Thousands of remarkable Disney collectibles will be available. There will also be a Webmaster and Podcaster Meet and Greet. For more details, visit: http://www.nffc.org/events/events.asp AllEars® Newsletter News Bites 11/10/09 Today, Disney Mobile Magic, a new mobile application that puts a virtual personal tour guide of the Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts right in the palms of your hands, will be available to Verizon Wireless subscribers . The Disney Mobile Magic application provides valuable information, such as attraction wait times, FASTPASS return times and the location of favorite characters using the mobile device. The application's GPS technology displays park maps that pinpoint your location and can also provide suggestions on what to visit next, based on what is nearby. By providing location-specific, real-time guides for each of Disney's parks and resort hotels, you can find what you're looking for more quickly, navigate the park with confidence, and spend more time enjoying the park. The application offers live competitive trivia games, videos, character stories and other surprises to keep you entertained while waiting in line. The application is designed to also provide specific services while planning a Disney vacation from home. Additionally, a new, separate mobile website will allow a browser-enabled phone to access useful information such as park hours, entertainment schedules and dining information. Use of this website is at no charge, and is similar to browsing www.disneyworld.com as you would on your computer, but redesigned for the mobile phone environment. This soft launch will provide the opportunity to fine-tune the application to better prepare for the official launch in January. Disney Mobile Magic is only available on select Verizon Wireless phones. Functionality issues with the phone or the application should be directed to use the "Click-to-Call" function on or call Verizon Customer Care by dialing 611 from any Verizon phone or (800) 922-0204 from any other phone. Disney Mobile Magic is available for download and purchase TODAY for $9.99 per 180 days of service. To purchase the application, text MAGIC to 2777 from your Verizon phone. LEND US AN EAR! Trying out the new app? We would love to hear about your experiences! Writes to us allearsnet@yahoo.com -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- The Pirates League in Adventureland at the Magic Kingdom® Park offers select groups a 50 percent discount off all packages now through January 3, 2010. The discount applies to all the items normally included in the First Mate, Empress and Captain Packages at The Pirates League. All packages have specific photography included and only those photos are included in the discount offer. The discount does not apply to any extras beyond the normal packages, including extra photographs. The dates for eligibility are: -- November 6, 2009 through January 3, 2010 Resort Guests, Disney Vacation Club Members. Separate theme park admission along with proof of valid identification are required. In addition to a valid government-issued ID, such as a driver's license, passport, etc., you must have proof of valid membership in at least one of the selected audiences (Annual Passholder, Disney Vacation Club, Cast Member, Resort ID). No additional discounts apply and this offer is subject to change without notice. Call 407-WDW-CREW (407-939-2739) in advance for more information and for reservations, or book the experience upon arrival. Walk-ins are also accepted. For more information on the Pirates League: -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- REMINDER: Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party begins tonight, November 10 . Remaining dates for the month are November 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 29 . Look for our coverage in a couple days! -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Disney Vacation Club members who add on 100 vacation points at the Villas of Disney's Grand Californian Hotel will get four complimentary Annual Passes (two for Disneyland and two for Walt Disney World). This is a limited time offer for exisiting members only. Contact your guide at Disney Vacation Club for details. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- As of November 1, the Liberty Square Riverboat, The Liberty Belle, has reopened for day guests. The riverboat will provide an opportunity to view performances of Tiana's Showboat Jubilee! at its scheduled times of 12:15, 2 and 3:45 p.m. daily. You can ride the Liberty Belle before and after performances of Tiana's Showboat Jubilee! -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- The Children's Miracle Network Classic returns to Disney's Palm and Magnolia Golf Courses November 12-15, 2009, for its 39th consecutive year of PGA TOUR play at Walt Disney World. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- The 34th annual Festival of the Masters presented by Sharpie will run November 13-15 at Downtown Disney. More than 150 award-winning artists who work in media from clay to wood, metal and mixed media to oils and watercolors -- jewelry artists, painters, photographers, sculptors and more -- will show off their works. The festival includes live music and entertainment, chalk art sidewalk displays and family activities. Concurrently, House of Blues at Downtown Disney will present its 11th annual Folk Art Festival – Where Art Meets the Soul. Festival hours are 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission and parking are complimentary. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- REHAB REMINDERS: -- The Crystal Palace in the Magic Kingdom will be closed for refurbishment starting on January 3, 2010, and will reopen on February 15, 2010. Beginning January 3, 2010, Liberty Tree Tavern will host character dining for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with all meals served in an all-you-care-to-enjoy, family-style setting. On February 15, 2010, Liberty Tree Tavern will resume its normal operation of serving lunch and dinner as a non-character location. Reservations for Liberty Tree Tavern character meals are available now. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- A new shop, LittleMissMatched, opened November 9 at Downtown Disney West Side in the spot that formerly housed Starabilia's. The shop sells colorful mismatched socks, gloves, pajamas, other clothing, bedding, and more. For more about the store, visit LittleMissMatched.com. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Starting the day after Thanksgiving, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth at Epcot will be presented nightly at 9:30 p.m. and will include the special "Holiday Tag." -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- The 17th Epcot Flower & Garden Festival will begin earlier than ever next year, running from March 3 to May 16, 2010. The festival will showcase a number of new features this year, including an expanded and relocated, futuristic-themed Bambi's Butterfly House in Future World West, a new Victory Garden, an expanded Pixie Hollow Fairy Garden, and a Pirates Adventure Zone next to the Germany pavilion. http://allears.net/tp/ep/flogar.htm -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- MouseGear in Epcot began offering personalized Mouse Ears as of November 1. You can have your name embroidered in dark pink, black or gold. Basic stitching costs $3, premium stitching $7. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Disney Cruise Line News: -- Disney Cruise Line guests who completed their online registration no longer have to present their credit card during check-in at the Port. If you have decided to use a different credit card than the one you used during the online registration, you will have to present that card at Port check-in -- During the ongoing expansion and construction at Port Canaveral traffic patterns are subject to change. At this time, personal vehicles with guests who are sailing that day may enter the southernmost secutiry gate for terminal drop-off. Parking is now quite a distance from the drop-off area, so keep that in mind when you decide who should park the car. If you are driving, but only dropping off those who are sailing, you can use the Number 3 Entry Area. -- Platinum-tier repeat guests (those who have completed 10 or more DCL cruises) can check in at the concierge red carpet area. Platinum guests will receive a "Number 1" boarding group number. They will also be escorted to the security photo area so they do not have to wait in line. Deb has more news to share about the Disney Dream Cruise Ship - look for her next blog later this week! -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- The new 2010 Disney Moms Panel has been announced. Congratulations to all the new members! Read more about the Moms Panel here: http://disneyworldforum.disney.go.com/home.aspx -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Starting next month, AirTran Airways will add one daily flight from Pittsburgh International to Orlando.
Special Edition of News Bites 11/7/09 The Pirates League in Adventureland at the Magic Kingdom® Park offers select groups a 50 percent discount off all packages (First Mate, Empress and Captain Packages) now through January 3, 2010. The 50% discount applies to all the items normally included in the First Mate, Empress and Captain Packages at The Pirates League. All packages have specific photography included and only those photos are included in the discount offer. The discount does not apply to any extras beyond the normal packages, including extra photographs.
November 6, 2009 through January 3, 2010 Resort Guests, Disney Vacation
Club Members. Separate Theme Park Admission along with proof of valid identification are required. In addition to a valid government-issued ID, such as a driver’s license, passport, etc., Guests must have proof of valid membership in at least one of the selected audiences (Annual Passholder, Disney Vacation Club, Cast Member, Resort ID) Please note that no additional discounts apply and this offer is subject to change without notice. Eligible Guests may call 407-WDW-CREW (407-939-2739) in advance for more information and to book their experience, or they may book their experience upon arrival. Guests may also walk in and wait for an appointment. For more information on the Pirates League: http://land.allears.net/blogs/jackspence/2009/06/pirates_league.html -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- The President orders the flag to be flown at half staff until sunset on November 10, 2009, in observance of the service members, civilians, and families affected by the tragic events at Fort Hood, Texas. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Disney Mobile Magic - On Nov. 10, a soft launch of a new mobile application will be available to Verizon Wireless subscribers that puts a virtual personal tour guide of the Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts right in the palms of their hands. The Disney Mobile Magic application provides valuable information to Guests such as attraction wait times for the park they are in, Disney’s FASTPASS Service return times and the ability to located their favorite characters using their mobile device. The application’s GPS technology displays park maps that pinpoint a guest’s location and can also provide suggestions on what to visit next, based on what is nearby. By providing location-specific, real-time guides for each of Disney’s parks and resort hotels, Guests can find what they’re looking for more quickly, navigate the park with confidence, and spend more time enjoying themselves in the park. The application offers live competitive trivia games, videos, character stories and other surprises to keep Guests entertained while waiting in line at the park. The application is designed to also provide specific services for a Guest while planning a Disney vacation from home. Additionally, a new, separate mobile website will allow any Guest with a browser-enabled phone to access useful information such as park hours, entertainment schedules and dining information. Use of this website is at no charge, and is similar to browsing www.disneyworld.com as Guests would on their computer, but redesigned for the mobile phone environment. This soft launch will provide the opportunity to fine-tune the application to better prepare us for the official launch in January. Disney Mobile Magic is only available on select Verizon Wireless phones. Functionality issues with the phone or the application should be directed to use the “Click-to-Call” function on their mobile phone or call Verizon Customer Care by dialing 611 from any Verizon phone or (800) 922-0204 from any other phone. Disney Mobile Magic is available for download and purchase beginning Nov. 10, 2009 for $9.99 per 180 days of service. To purchase the application, Guests can text MAGIC to 2777 from their Verizon phone.
AllEars® Newsletter News Bites 11/2/09 The
2009 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival winds
down as do the Eat to the Beat concerts. Once
you attend the Festival and have sampled the food booths, please take
a moment to complete our Festival Food Booth Survey here: And
don't forget to share your thoughts on the other Festival events in our
Rate and Review section: -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- The Liberty Square Riverboat in the Magic Kingdom has reopened to day guests before and after performances of Tiana's Showboat Jubilee! The Jubilee is performed on the boat daily at: 12:15 , 2:00 and 3:45 p.m. (during the shows no guests are permitted on the Riverboat). For
more information and photos on Tiana's Showboat Jubliee visit: -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- REMINDER: Walt Disney World Advanced Dining Reservations may once again be made 180 days in advance. With the Dining Reservations System now online, you can now book most Walt Disney World table-service restaurants at www.disneyworld.com . Reservations can be made for up to 10 guests (more than 10 requires a call to Disney Dining Reservations). The only restaurant that cannot be booked online is Victoria & Albert's. Special dining currently is not included either (Fantasmic! Dinner Package, My Perfectly Princess Tea Party, Jiko Dinner Series, Wanyama Safari Resort Tour and the Sweetheart Dinner for Two). You also can cancel reservations online if no payment has been made. For booking by phone, call 407-WDW-DINE. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Singer David Cassidy has been added to the Flower Power concert series lineup, featured at the 2010 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival. Cassidy will be performing March 19-21 (dates subject to change). -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Disney Cruise Line News : On October 29th, Disney Cruise Line (DCL) announced specific plans for the new Disney Dream cruise ship which will set sail on January 26, 2011. Eighty-eight percent of the 1,250 staterooms on the Disney Dream are outside rooms, and of those, 90 percent have a private verandah. To accommodate larger families and groups traveling together, there are 500 connecting doors adjoining staterooms. As a leader in technology, innovation and animation, DCL will bring the Disney Dream to life in a way only the Disney company can. New features include the first ever water coaster named AquaDuck, enchanted art, virtual portholes for inside cabins, Kid's clubs will be equiped with Magic Theatres that will bring Crush, from Finding Nemo, and Stitch to life in an interactive way, a special club just for Tweens (ages 11-13), a nighttime entertainment area for adults "The District", and expanded concierge and suite amenities. DCL's successful rotational dining program will continue with an enhanced Animator's Palate where the magic of animation comes to life during your dinner; the Royal Palace, an elegant dining expereince based on the Disney princesses and finally the Enchanted Garden themed after the gardens of Versaille and will magically transform from breakfast and lunch buffet service to a sit down dinner environment. DCL guests who have sailed 6 or more times are able to book cruises on the Disney Dream now. Persons who have sailed 5 or less times will be able to book beginning Monday, November 9th. Bookings can be made with Disney Cruise line or your travel agent. AllEars recommends MouseFanTravel.com Links
to all the official Disney Press Releases, Artist Renderings, and a AquaDuck
video: http://land.allears.net/blogs/dnews/disney_cruise_line/disney_dream/
AllEars
talks with Joe Lanzisero, Imagineering Senior Vice President, who oversaw
the Imagineering team for the Disney Dream. AllEars® Newsletter News Bites 10/27/09 The
2009 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival continues,
as do the Eat to the Beat concerts. Once
you attend the Festival and have sampled the food booths, please take
a moment to complete our Festival Food Booth Survey here: And
don't forget to share your thoughts on the other Festival events in our
Rate and Review section: -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- REMINDER: Starting today, Walt Disney World Advanced Dining Reservations may once again be made 180 days in advance. With the Dining Reservations System now online, you can now book most Walt Disney World table-service restaurants at www.disneyworld.com . Reservations can be made for up to 10 guests (more than 10 requires a call to Disney Dining Reservations). The only restaurant that cannot be booked online is Victoria & Albert's. Special dining currently is not included either (Fantasmic! Dinner Package, My Perfectly Princess Tea Party, Jiko Dinner Series, Wanyama Safari Resort Tour and the Sweetheart Dinner for Two). You also can cancel reservations online if no payment has been made. For booking by phone, call 407-WDW-DINE. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Special Disney Cruise Line News Report: A press event is being held in New York City this Thursday, October 29, at 4 p.m. to unveil plans for Disney's newest ship, the Disney Dreams. Editor-in-Chief Deb Wills will be there to report about it via Twitter, followed later by a blog. Follow Deb Wills on Twitter at: http://twitter.com/allearsdeb -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- The
PhotoPass system has changed for pre-ordering the Photo
CD. If you booked your trip through either via Disneyworld.com or through
Disney's Reservation Center, you will get an email from Disney Destinations
called "Disney Vacation Must Sees for the (name) Family." It is sent approximately
midway between when a reservation is booked and the arrival date (or 45
days prior to the arrival date if the midway point is more than 45 days
prior to arrival). The email has a link to pre-order the Photo CD and
save. NOTE: This is the ONLY way to get the link now. You only get this
link if you booked your trip as described above. You wil not get the discount
if you booked through a travel agent, if you're staying off-property,
or if you are a DVC member. Also, you must pre-order the Photo CD to get
the savings, you cannot do it during or after your trip, and the link
is not transferable. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- If you purchase a select Adventures by Disney vacation from now through January 15, 2010, you will receive a free (with restrictions) three-night Disney Cruise to the Bahamas. Some of Adventures by Disney's most popular destinations are eligible for this offer, ranging from Europe, China, Australia, Costa Rica and the American Southwest. Families have the opportunity to book the cruise through 2011, literally getting two family vacations for the price of one. For more information about this offer or Adventures by Disney, visit www.AdventuresbyDisney.com/freecruise, call 877-728-7282, or call your travel agent. MouseFanTravel.com is the AllEars® preferred travel services provider. http://tinyurl.com/yz3pakn -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Register
to participate in the 2009 Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade,
which will be filming in the Magic Kingdom Thursday, December
3 to Saturday, December 5. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Disney's Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey, an event created to inspire and enrich high school students, returns to Walt Disney World Resort February 11-14, 2010. One hundred teens from across the country will pack their bags – and their dreams – and head to Walt Disney World Resort, where they will learn about careers in everything from culinary arts to animation, from set design and show production to the business of sports and more. During Disney's Dreamers Academy, the students (chosen by a select panel of judges including national radio personality Steve Harvey, community leaders and Disney representatives) will participate in workshops with Disney cast members and executives, hear inspirational stories from entertainment celebrities and professional athletes, and enjoy the Disney theme parks – where they can see, first-hand, the results of people who turned their dreams into careers as "Disney dreamers." More information about Disney's Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey can be found online at SteveHarvey.com/disneysdreamersacademy . -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- The Magic Kingdom's newest stage show, A Totally Tomorrowland Christmas!, will debut this holiday season as part of Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, held only on select evenings. The new show features Stitch, Buzz Lightyear, Mike Wazowski and a cast of party-goers who discover the true meaning of the season during their annual Christmas party. This interactive musical revue features songs of the season in the style of today's hottest Radio Disney hits. -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Mobile Magic, the first Disney Parks Mobile App for Verizon wireless phones, was announced earlier this year. Mobile Magic shares attraction wait times, FASTPASS return times, extensive information on character locations and more for Walt Disney World and Disneyland theme parks. Development work has been ongoing, but the team recently offered a walkthrough of the app. To read more details and see screenshots: http://bit.ly/1Di7Q5 -o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o- Airport/Airline News: -- Sanford
Airport has received an FAA safety award: http://tinyurl.com/yj9wlc6
--
According to a story in the Orlando Sentinel, the free
parking grace period at Orlando International Airport is now cut in half.
Last year Orlando International opened up a "cell phone lot" where people
can wait for free for arriving visitors until they are notified, thus
eliminating the need for parking in the garage. NEW!
Book
a Vacation & Get FREE nights! Moderate,
Deluxe and Villa Resorts: Book a 4-night Walt Disney World Resort
Magic Your Way package with a minimum 5-day park ticket - and get 3 more
nights - Free! You
can add the Quick Service Dining Plan, the regular Dining Plan, or the
Deluxe Dining Plan for 2009 or 2010, at full price -- free dining is NOT
included. The package includes Magic Your Way Base Tickets, but they can
be upgraded at cost with Park Hopper, Water Parks & More and/or No
Expiration option(s). Book online now, or call (407) 939-1318 or your Travel Agent today and ask for booking code GQA for the Disney Value Resort package and booking code UJX for the Disney Moderate, Disney Deluxe or Disney Deluxe Villa Resort packages. Special Edition of News Bites 9/19/09 -- Disney Cruise Line - Disney Wonder heads to Alaska in 2011! Booking begins monday 9/21/09 for Castaway Club Gold and Platinum Members! Reservations for first time cruisers and Silver Castaway Club Members begin 9/28/09! AllEars® recommends MouseFanTravel.com to book your cruise! -- Downtown Disney Marketplace Bus Depot - The Marketplace Bus Load Zone will be closed for refurbishment September 21 - through September 26, 2009. The only bus transportation to/from Downtown Disney during this time will be from the Pleasure Island Bus Depot (8:30am - 2:00am). You can still walk via Saratoga Springs and the Hotel Plaza Boulevard to the Marketplace. -- Fantasmic! Dinner Package - As of September 18th, persons with a Fantasmic! Dinner Package will be sent to the Highlands Gate for seating (located between Beauty and the Beast theater and Once Upon a Time store on Sunset Blvd) 30-45 minutes prior to the show! -- Typhoon Lagoon Premium Beach Chairs - Starting September 20th, for $40 plus tax, you can rent a Premium Beach Chair at Typhoon Lagoon. This includes 2 lounge chairs, an umbrella, a cocktail table and 2 towels. The Premium Beach Chair is available on a same day walk-up basis. Stop by High and Dry Rentals for availability. -- Disney's Holiday D-Lights Tour! - Discover how the twinkle of holiday magic is created for celebrations like the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights. Get an insider’s look into the transformation of Cinderella Castle to a sparkling holiday masterpiece. Bask in the holiday glow of the Candlelight Processional, one of the longest-running Disney holiday tradition. Disney’s Holiday D-Lights Tour via 407-WDW-TOUR. Tour is offered Select Dates Mondays and Wednesdays from Nov 30 – Dec 16, 2009. This tour is for guests 16 years of age and older. The cost is $179 per person.
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