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Celebrate 15 Years of Disney PhotoPass Service with Special Photo Ops

December marks the 15th anniversary of Disney’s PhotoPass service at Walt Disney World, and you can celebrate all year long with special photos ops!

Disney PhotoPass Service debuted in December 2004, and has continued to introduce creative new ways to capture your memories. The most recent additions include the Tiny World and Super Zoom Magic Shots.

Tiny World Magic Shot

To celebrate this milstone anniversary there will be new Magic Shots introduced all year long! The PhotopPass service was first launched in Epcot, so the celebration will start there.

Now through January 6, 2020, you can enjoy a few bright and colorful photo ops after dark at Epcot. Check out the locations below where you can find photographers to capture these special moments for you. Both locations feature the iconic Spaceship Earth.

Future World near Spaceship Earth

Main Entrance of Epcot

Cast Members have captured billions of photos in the past 15 years that let you relive all your magical Disney memories. In addition to new photo opportunities you can also enjoy 15% off plus free domestic shipping on select orders when you customize and order photo gift products through EZ Prints. That deal is available now through January 6, 2020.

Planning a Disney trip in the future? Above all, a Disney Travel agent makes your trip fun and stress free! Contact me at Enchanted Kingdom Vacations with Kimberly to start planning your next trip. My services are always FREE when you book with me.

December 12, 2019
New 360° Tiny World Magic Shot Available in Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Disney PhotoPass Service is a perfect way to capture and relive your adventure inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, especially with creative new offerings like the new 360° Tiny World Magic Shot!

Available by visiting a Disney PhotoPass photographer near the Milk Stand, this unique photo puts you right in the center of Black Spire Outpost and its surrounding landscape with a single 360° image! Sometimes the world DOES revolve around you.

During your visit to Batuu, also be sure to check out two of our Super Zoom Magic Shots, which provide amazing angles from high above and a one-of-a-kind video.

The Tiny World Magic Shot is available exclusively during daytime hours in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and is available for download as part of the Memory Maker and Memory Maker One Day products. Or, you can purchase a digital download of the photo for $16.95 at Disneyworld.com/PhotoPass.

Don’t miss the chance to capture one of the most spectacular vantage points on the planet!

November 15, 2019
Disney PhotoPass Archive USB Drive Now Available at Disney World

Guests who purchase the Memory Maker option at Walt Disney World Resort can now purchase a Disney PhotoPass Archive USB Drive.

With this new product, all of your Disney PhotoPass photos and videos viewable in your Disney account at the time of purchase are loaded onto a USB drive that’s easy to store and share.

So when you get home from vacation, you won’t have to worry about downloading your photos before they expire or trying to figure out where to store them. No copying and pasting or dragging and dropping! All you have to do is plug in your USB and relive the magic. There’s no easier way to preserve and enjoy your treasured Disney PhotoPass memories.

Unless you have a Disney World Annual Pass you should make final arrangements to purchase Memory Maker at least three days prior to your vacation at the advance purchase price of $169 or you can purchase Memory Maker after your vacation for $199.

The Disney PhotoPass Archive USB is available for $34.95, plus applicable taxes and shipping fees, only at Disneyworld.com/PhotoPass and only for guests with Memory Maker or a Walt Disney World Resort Annual Pass with a Disney PhotoPass download benefit.

October 5, 2019
Outraged Fans Create Petition Asking Disney to Keep PhotoPass Photographers

Disney World has replaced more PhotoPass Photographers with more automated cameras at character meet-and-greets across Disney Parks and now some upset guests have launched a petition on change.org that is quickly gaining attention.

According to the petition, the photogs capture “more than just a picture and add a touch that can’t be replaced.”

Many upset Disney fans have taken to the internet to voice their frustrations and even show the difference between photos taken with real PhotoPass Photographers and the new automated counterparts as you can see in the post below:

Disney made the move to automate cameras last fall at nine of their character greeting locations. There are currently over 60,000 signatures on the petition.

“Please help overturn this decision and keep our wonderful Disney Photographers. It’s so important we do not let the magic slide. Keep the magic alive Disney,” the petition continues.

These new automated cameras use AI software to capture candid and posed character photos, but are locked in a stationary position so the characters and character attendants are left to make sure everyone is in view of the camera.

September 21, 2019
Three Disney PhotoPass Studios Now Open at Walt Disney World Resort

When you think of photo opportunities at Disney World, your first thought is probably of iconic photo spots like in front of Cinderella Castle, but now you can also commemorate your visit with professional studio photography offered by Disney PhotoPass Service.

There are actually three Disney PhotoPass Studios you can visit: at the Marketplace at Disney Springs, Sir Mickey’s at Magic Kingdom Park, and on the second floor of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.

The studios at Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa offer you the opportunity to capture photos in front of a standard backdrop, while the studio at Disney Springs offers both a standard backdrop and a wide variety of Disney-themed virtual backdrops.

While these studios are a favorite among princesses and knights who have been transformed at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, all Guests are welcome to take photos at these locations! No reservations are required.

With a standard backdrop, photographers snap classic portrait photos that just beg to be framed! While you never need an excuse to visit, this is also a great way to mark special occasions like a birthday or graduation.

The virtual backdrops available exclusively at the Disney Springs studio provide a unique experience to capture family photos with a fun Disney twist. There are even festive virtual backdrops that make for excellent Christmas card photos! Let your imagination run wild, and the photographers will do the rest.

Whether you include the whole family or have a solo photoshoot, Disney PhotoPass photographers will make sure you capture the picture-perfect snap you’ll want to share with family and friends.

If you need any help booking your vacation contact me today at Enchanted Kingdom Vacations with Deanna. My services are free, so let me take away the stress of planning so you have more time to experience the Magic.

September 5, 2019
New Disney PhotoPass Opportunity Materializes at the Haunted Mansion in Disney World

Disney PhotoPass Service now offers a unique attraction photo on the Haunted Mansion attraction in Walt Disney World.

Disney PhotoPass Service will capture a spirited photo of you as your Doom Buggy journeys through a labyrinth of haunted chambers in the Haunted Mansion attraction at Walt Disney World Resort! You might even notice a few silly spooks that fill in the dead space of your photo.

This is the 13th attraction photo capture opportunity in Florida and joins more than 100 places where Disney PhotoPass Service captures memories throughout Walt Disney World Resort. At Character Experiences, participating dining locations, and the most scenic locations around the parks, Disney PhotoPass Service is committed to ensuring you have photos of your favorite vacation moments to treasure long after you’ve departed.

To preview, purchase and download this attraction photo, you must be wearing a MagicBand or MagicBand 2 Icon in a MagicKeeper that’s linked to your Disney account. When you do, your photo will be automatically linked to your account, where it can be previewed in the My Disney Experience app.

And with Memory Maker, all of these Disney PhotoPass photos will follow you home! Make final arrangements to purchase Memory Maker at least three days prior to your vacation at the advance purchase price of $169. Purchase Memory Maker after your vacation for $199.

In celebration of the launch of our 13th attraction with photo capture at Walt Disney World Resort, we’ll be offering a few special opportunities around the Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom Park on April 13!

April 2, 2019
Trip Report: Playing At Toy Story Land During Disney’s Early Morning Magic

Are you ready to Play Big at the new Toy Story Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Now you can take advantage of Disney Early Morning Magic, which allows you entry into Andy’s backyard before the park opens!

I got to experience this magical time first hand and we were able to ride Slinky Dog 3 times with no wait, and met Woody, Jessie, and Buzz Lightyear. This limited entry experience guarantees little to no wait times, character meets, and breakfast. This is the perfect opportunity to zoom around Andy’s Backyard on Slinky Dog Dash, escape into space on Alien Swirling Saucers, and rack up some points on Toy Story Mania.

I’m all about the pictures, so if you want amazing PhotoPass pictures, then this is the event for you. Below are a few of the photos we took last week and as you can see it looks like we’re the only ones in the Park!

The experience also includes a continental buffet featuring yogurt, fruit, pastries, and assorted cereal as well as your choice of a tasty main dish like avocado toast or fried chicken and donuts with maple glaze. The breakfast setup will be available at the ABC Commissary, a quick service dining location outside of Toy Story Land.

After you’re done eating and riding I recommend taking some time to soak in the ambiance on Hollywood Boulevard. There are a lot of little hidden details in this part of the park. Don’t forget to look up at the windows! When the park opens at Rope Drop most guests will be heading to Toy Story Land, so this is the perfect opportunity to get more great pictures around the park with no people in them.

Tropic Lion Photography

Tropic Lion Photography

Disney Early Morning Magic will take place on select dates, beginning Sept. 17, 2018, and is a separate offering than the Extra Magic Hours enjoyed by guests staying at Disney resorts. Select Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:30 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. Breakfast will be available until 10 a.m.

The Disney Early Morning Magic experience costs $79 plus tax for adults (ages 10+) and $69 plus tax for children ages 3-9. Tickets are limited. A separate ticket for admission to Disney’s Hollywood Studios is required and is not included in the experience price.

For more information or to book this experience contact me at Facebook.com/EKVwithKimberly

September 20, 2018
PhotoPass Day Is Returning To Walt Disney World Resort On August 19
Preserving the highlights from your Walt Disney World Resort trip is easy with PhotoPass and it’s so popular it gets it’s own day! Disney PhotoPass Day is returning to Walt Disney World Resort on August 19.

Below are all of the special photos you can take during the event with Disney PhotoPass photographers.

Disney Springs
- Peter Pan Shadow Magic Shot: between the LEGO Store and World of Disney
- Original Selfie Magic Shot: outside of the Disney PhotoPass Studio
- Special balloons virtual background: at the Disney PhotoPass Studio
Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Character Experiences:
- Meet Bolt: Discovery Island Trails from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Meet Baloo and King Louie: Upcountry Landing in Asia from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Additional photo opportunities:
- Huey, Dewey and Louie Magic Shot: DinoLand U.S.A.
- Kevin Magic Shot: near “UP! A Great Bird Adventure”
- Russell’s grape soda bottlecap pin prop: near “UP! A Great Bird Adventure”
- Finding Nemo prop: near “Finding Nemo – The Musical”
- Kilimanjaro Safaris prop: near the attraction entrance
Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Character Experience:
- Meet Jawas: Star Wars Launch Bay Cantina from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Additional photo opportunities:
- Rizzo Magic Shot: near Muppet Vision 3D
- Green Army Man Magic Shot: near the entrance to Slinky Dog Dash
- Hollywood Tower Hotel luggage prop: Sunset Boulevard
- Beauty and the Beast light painting next to Theater of the Stars (available from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.)
Epcot

Character Experiences:
- Meet Cruella de Vil: United Kingdom Pavilion from 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Meet Jafar: Morocco Pavilion from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Additional photo opportunities:
- Original Selfie Magic Shot: France Pavilion (available from noon to 8 p.m.)
- World Traveler Magic Shots: available at all 11 countries in World Showcase (available from noon to 8 p.m.)
- Baby Groot Magic Shot: Future World East at the galaxy-themed wall
- Finding Nemo prop: near The Seas with Nemo & Friends
- Spaceship Earth prop: near the attraction entrance
Magic Kingdom Park

Character Experience:
- Meet Pinocchio and Geppetto: near Pinocchio Village Haus from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Additional photo opportunities:
- Dole Whip Magic Shot: across from Sunshine Tree Terrace
- Dumbo Magic Shot: near Dumbo the Flying Elephant
- Mickey Mouse Magic Shot: on the bridge near Fairytale Garden
- Jungle Cruise prop: near the attraction entrance
- Pretzel prop: Purple Wall near Tomorrowland Terrace (available from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
And here’s the grand finale: You can take home digital downloads of all your Disney PhotoPass photos from the day for one price with Memory Maker One Day! Memory Maker One Day will be available at the Disney PhotoPass Centers located in each of the four parks and at Disney Springs for the special price of $39, only on August 19, 2018, and only at these five locations.

Whether you’re celebrating on August 19 at Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort, smile big and be sure to share your photos using #DisneyPhotoPassDay!
August 8, 2018
Capture Picture-Perfect Memories During Disney PhotoPass Day on August 19

Disney PhotoPass Day is returning to Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts on Sunday, August 19!

During this day-long celebration of photography in Disney Parks, you’ll discover creative, fun photo opportunities captured by a dedicated team of Disney PhotoPass Service photographers.

Stay tuned for more details about all of the picture-perfect memories you can capture in the parks on August 19.

And if you want to show off your favorite photos from previous Disney PhotoPass Day celebrations you can tag your images with #DisneyPhotoPassDay.

July 24, 2018
Special Star-Spangled Photo Opportunities at Walt Disney World For Independence Day

Walt Disney World is always the place to be for Independence day celebrations and in addition to their famous Fireworks displays, you’ll also find a multitude of star-spangled photo opportunities offered by Disney PhotoPass Service to those celebrating the Fourth of July in the parks!

Let’s start with the photo opportunities that will be available at Magic Kingdom Park.

The Muppets Present…Great Moments in American History is an extremely interesting and entertaining reenactment about the founding of America! On July 3 and 4, a Disney PhotoPass photographer will be periodically located near Sleepy Hollow in Liberty Square, so drop by and be sure to ask for a Magic Shot featuring the stars of the show.

On the Fourth of July while you’re soaking in the spirit of America in Liberty Square, visit the Disney PhotoPass photographer located near the replica of the Liberty Bell to take star-spangled photos that celebrate the nation’s birthday.

A grand holiday such as this deserves a grand photo op! Cinderella’s Coach will be in Fantasyland all day on July 3 and 4, and a Disney PhotoPass photographer will be there to capture a photo of you in front of it.

Once it’s completely dark on the evenings of July 3 and 4, head to Fantasyland where you’ll find this dazzling photo opportunity next to Ariel’s Grotto! Thanks to the unconventional way this photo is captured, every photo is unique. Stop by to see what yours will look like!

Over at Disney Springs, visit the Disney PhotoPass Studio in the Marketplace where you’ll find special red, white and blue virtual backdrops. While this location offers a variety of Disney-themed virtual backdrops year-round, these patriotic backdrops will only be available now through July 7.

And finally, at all four theme parks on the Fourth of July, select photographers will have this festive prop celebrating the Stars and Stripes that you can include in your photos.

July 1, 2018