Category: Resorts

Catch The Headless Horseman at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

If you’re a brave soul who can’t get enough of the Headless Horseman, the “Return to Sleepy Hollow” offering at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground may be perfect idea for you want to get another look at him after his annual appearance at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park before “Mickey’s Boo To You” parade.

Disney just announced that the “Return to Sleepy Hollow” offering is coming back this fall at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground and is available for booking.

“Return to Sleepy Hollow” includes a group viewing of the 1949 Disney animated classic film “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” inside the resort’s historic Tri-Circle-D Ranch stables. And during event nights, you’ll be able to see galloping ghosts and experience an up close and personal encounter with the Headless Horseman.

The “Return to Sleepy Hollow” begins on September 28 at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground: September 28-30, October 3-7, October 10-14, 17-21, 24-31 at 8 and 10 p.m.

Also, new this year, Disney is offering a dessert party at 9 p.m. after the movie if you’re viewing the 8 p.m. show or prior to the movie if you’re viewing the later show.

General seating costs $22 per person, while premium seating, which includes a priority photo opportunity with the Headless Horseman and a Halloween treat bag, costs $38 per person. And the dessert party at 9 p.m. costs $60 per person.

March 24, 2018
After Internet Confusion Disney World Is NOT Reversing Resort Parking Fees

As we reported Wednesday Walt Disney World will begin charging guests a fee for overnight parking at their resorts as of March 21, 2018. They have received serious backlash over the new fee and after a brief ‘glitch” on the Disney World official website, the new updated pricing information was missing causing a bit of excitement for many guests.

Don’t get too excited yet though because, if you check the official Walt Disney World Parking page you will see the new overnight parking fees are back and aren’t going anywhere. Well… More like, if they disappear from the site again, it doesn’t mean they’ve changed their minds.

For a moment earlier on Thursday it simply said “Standard self-parking at Resort hotels is complimentary for Resort Guests. Valet parking is available at select Disney Deluxe Resorts for $25 per day.” You can see the apparent internet mishap in the picture below .

The internet quickly blew up with people hoping that Disney had listened to complaints, but Disney isn’t usually in the habit of reversing decisions like this after they have become public.

Maybe Stitch ate the page and they had to make a new one. In any event, the change is permanent and still coming in March. Disney World’s website now again lists the full details of the resort overnight parking fees. You can take a look at the full break down of pricing details here.

March 15, 2018
Reservations Now Open for Pixar Play Zone at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

This April Disney’s Contemporary Resort will introduce a brand-new, playful and immersive Pixar character experience for kids ages 4-12 as part of a pilot program. Starting today, the reservation lines are officially open!

The little ones will be transported to a world full of excitement and adventure with their favorite characters from Disney•Pixar’s “Toy Story” and “The Incredibles”!

It all kicks off with Space Ranger Training where kids will learn how to identify and battle enemies of the Star Command. Then, Woody and Jessie will show them the ropes of the Wild West during Woody’s Roundup. During the Piston Cup Challenge, youngsters will be able to build a race car, then race it on the Radiator Springs Racetrack. And finally, kids will learn some sweet dance moves during the Incredible Dance Party with Mr. Incredible and Mrs. Incredible. What else is on the menu? Games, dinner and dessert, of course!

The nightly getaway for kids will open doors for registration at 5 p.m. and programming will run from 6-10:30 p.m. for a fee of $65 per child (plus tax). Children must be fully toilet-trained.

While the kids play, parents can enjoy their own getaway throughout Walt Disney World Resort.

March 15, 2018
Spring Savings Up To 20% Off On Select Rooms At A Disneyland Resort Hotel
At the Disneyland Resort spring has officially started, making it the perfect time to take advantage of great rates on select stays in the middle of the magic.

For example, you can save 20% on Premium rooms and 15% on Standard rooms at the Disneyland Hotel most Sunday through Thursday nights from April 15 through June 14, 2018 when you book now through May 31, 2018 (travel must be completed by June 15, 2018).

Explore room savings available at all 3 hotels during select dates this spring:

Disneyland Hotel
- Save 20% on Premium rooms, April 15 through June 14, 2018
- Save 15% on Standard rooms, April 15 through June 14, 2018
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
- Save 15% on Premium rooms, April 15 through May 24, 2018
- Save 10% on Standard rooms, April 15 through June 14, 2018
Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel
- Save 10% on Premium and Standard rooms, April 15 through June 14, 2018
Interested in creating a vacation package? Consider adding theme park tickets to this room offer. Staying at one of these Disneyland Resort hotels makes it easy and convenient for your family to experience all there is to see and do at both parks—including Pixar Fest, a limited-time celebration kicking off April 13, 2018 at Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park.

Plus, each day during your stay at a Disneyland Resort hotel, you’ll receive special benefits and a host of welcoming amenities with distinctive Disney touches that will enhance your overall experience.

Important Details
- Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room at the same hotel for most Sunday through Thursday nights from April 15 to June 14, 2018.
- Book from March 14 through May 31, 2018; travel must be completed by June 15, 2018.
- Premium room types included in offer are Premium, Deluxe and Woods/Garden/Courtyard rooms; select Concierge rooms; and only Paradise, Artisan, Junior and Regal suites.
- Offer is not valid on previously booked rooms.
- Advance reservations required.
- Subject to availability as the number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited.
- Excludes applicable fees and taxes.
- Limit two (2) rooms per reservation and five (5) people maximum per room.
- Not valid in combination with any other hotel discounts or offers.
- Subject to restrictions and change without notice.
- Separate theme park admission required to enjoy the parks.
The offers can be booked through May 31, 2018 and are valid for most nights from April 15 through June 14, 2018
March 15, 2018
BREAKING: Disney World Resorts Will Start Charging Resort Guests For Parking
Walt Disney World will begin charging resort guests for overnight parking beginning next week. The company has officially announced the change today after months of speculation.

Effective for reservations made March 21, 2018 and thereafter, standard overnight self-parking is available to registered Guests for a fee that will be applied to their hotel folio upon check-out. All parking fees include applicable tax.

Standard Overnight Parking charges per Resort Category:
- Disney Value Resorts: $13 per night
- Disney Moderate Resorts: $19 per night
- Disney Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resorts: $24 per night
Complimentary standard parking is available to Guests staying at the Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort. Each campsite provides parking space for one motorized vehicle.

Valet Parking is still available at select Disney Deluxe Resorts and Disney Deluxe Villas but will see an increase to $33 per night (sales tax included).

Disney Vacation Club members will not be charged for standard overnight self-parking when staying at a DVC Deluxe Villa, regardless of whether they use vacation points or another form of payment. Members also will not be charged to park when using vacation points to stay at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel.

For day guests complimentary standard self-parking is still available while enjoying select dining, shopping, entertainment, and recreation experiences at Disney Resort hotels.
March 14, 2018
New Details For Star Wars Resort Planned for Walt Disney World Resort

Disney has revealed more details about its theme park projects around the globe and at the D23 Expo Japan on Sunday, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Bob Chapek, gave us some new details on the upcoming Star Wars themed resort that promises to be ‘Unlike Anything That Exists Today’.

Last summer, Disney announced plans for an immersive Star Wars-inspired resort to be built at Walt Disney World Resort. The company now says that hotel will be “seamlessly connected” to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios set to open in 2019.

This first-of-its-kind resort will combine luxury with complete immersion into an authentic Star Wars story. Guests’ journey through space will start when everyone departs together for a multiday Stars Wars adventure by boarding a starship alive with characters and stories that unfold all around them during a voyage through the galaxy.

At the resort, guests immediately become active citizens of the galaxy and can dress up in the proper attire. Every resort window will also have a view into space. The opportunity for immersion at this resort will also stand out among all Disney resorts around the globe, as it will be seamlessly connected to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, allowing guests a total Star Wars experience.

February 12, 2018
Credit Card Fraud Operation Broken Up On Disney World Property

A man suspected in a credit card fraud operation was arrested, while staying on Disney World property, by the Secret Service with the help of Walt Disney World security.

A credit card that had been used to check into a room at Art of Animation had been flagged after multiple transactions on the card were noticed by Disney security according to a report by WFTV. “Agents found around $5,000 in fraudulent purchases had been made on the one card.” the report says.

After checking in for a two-week stay, excessive purchases made on the card in the Disney Spring’s area were noticed by Disney Security and they went to the room to investigate.

The Disney security team went to the room in the “Cars” area of the resort, entering the room when no one answered, according to the Secret Service. Once inside the room they found numerous credit cards prompting them to call the Secret Service.

While investigators were still in the room, four men from Brazil showed up. Agents found a card encoder in the room and multiple credit cards inside luggage belonging to a guest named Fabio Valdarnini.

The guest was arrested and now investigators will try to track down where the men have been and if there are any other victims. Valdarnini is currently being held in the Orange County jail.

February 2, 2018
Romantic Valentine’s Day Spa Package Available at Disney World Feb. 10-18

Are you looking for that perfect romantic evening with your sweetie? Well look no further because Disney Parks & Resorts has created the perfect Valentine’s Day spa package that will make for date for any couple.

Senses – A Disney Spa has created an exclusive Valentine’s Day massage package designed to be enjoyed with that special someone you feel so fortunate to have as “Part of Your World.”

Available at both Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa from Feb. 10-18, 2018, the “Part of Your World” package includes a couple’s massage with apricot-infused body oil, a chocolate hand-hydration treatment, sparkling wine served in a chocolate champagne glass and a take-home, custom-blended bath salt.

While the regular price is $340 (plus tax) for 50 minutes and $450 (plus tax) for 80 minutes (note that a 20 percent gratuity is added automatically for convenience, with any additional gratuity paid at your discretion), Disney Vacation Club Members enjoy a 15 percent discount.

Call Member Services for reservations.

A valid Disney Vacation Club Membership Card with photo ID will be required for this discounted experience.

January 26, 2018
Disney’s Gondola System Costs $3.8 Million For Electrical Work Alone

Walt Disney World’s gondola system is already under construction and it comes with a hefty price tag.

This new transportation system, known as Disney Skyliner, carries guests through the air from select Disney resorts to Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Reedy Creek officials approved a $3.8 million construction budget Wednesday for just the electric services on the project alone.

Reedy Creek Energy Service’s, Manager for planning and engineering, Jason Herrick said, construction on the electrical infrastructure that will power the gondola system could begin in the next six months or sooner.

According to a bid proposal submitted by Apopka-based Carter Electric the work should be completed by October.

Reedy Creek documents show that just one part of the gondola project, which will include four switches, six transformers and 9,000 feet of cable (about 1.7 miles’ worth) — will cost $1.2 million.

The six points of service will be built by Reedy Creek and one each could possibly have multiple transformers to run the transportation system, according to Reedy Creek district administrator John Classe. Having multiple service points is important so, in the event of a power failure, there’s an electricity backup to the keep the system running, said Classe.

In December, more details were released showing that select Disney Skyliner cabins will have iconic Disney characters featured on the outside of the gondolas. Guests will experience an unforgettable journey and a picturesque view of Walt Disney World Resort as they take to the sky and get a birds-eye view of the resort like never before.

January 25, 2018
A Cashless Disney World Could Be The Way Of The Future
Disney is always a leader when it comes to new technology and once again they are using it to help make guests experiences as simple as possible. Walt Disney World will begin testing a pilot program at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, which will allow for all electronic payments for services and purchases. A cashless Disney is something they feel will be a convenience for guests.

The pilot begins February, 12 2018 and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Jambo House will be the first place at the resort to go cashless. Disney has already begun advising guests with resort or dining reservations of the upcoming change.

Disney has been a leader when it comes to electronic payments implementing MagicBands in 2013 that you can use for purchasing and becoming one of the first to accept Apple Pay in 2014. A cashless Disney World in the near future is not out of the realm of possibility.

If you are used to carrying cash here is a list of the forms of payment the resort will be accepting.
- MagicBands
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Disney Gift Cards
- Disney Rewards Redemption Cards
- Apple Pay
- Samsung Pay
- Google Pay
Although the resort will be cashless during the pilot period, you can still use cash for tips and the like and guests staying at the resort can still use cash to add to their room charge capabilities.

It’s not know exactly how long the test will run, but you can be sure that if the results are positive, we will be seeing this rolled out across the entire resort one day.
January 16, 2018