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Monthly Archives: March 2014

Halloween Horror Nights 2014

Universal Orlando has announced the dates and minor details for Halloween Horror Nights 24.

The specific event nights are as follows:

September 19, 20, 25, 26, 27 and 28
October 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30 and 31
November 1

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Are you looking for some thrills and adventure?  Do not miss out on Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights 2014..  There are many ways to make your next visit to Orlando fit all your needs.   With the New “Take 2 Transfer Ticket” or the One or Two Day Park to Park Ticket with round trip transfers we can get you there with out a car and back to the airport too.  Did you know that Universal Orlando is only 15 minutes away from Walt Disney World.  With the new Hogworts Express coming soon and the new Diagon Alley.. This is the year to make a visit over to Universal Orlando.  They also have the New Cabana Beach Resort which is a Value/Moderate priced resort.  They even have family suites that can sleep up to Six..So why not have the best of both Worlds with a Walt Disney World & Universal Orlando Vacation in 2014.  Also if you stay at one of the Three Original Universal Orlando Resorts you also get the Unlimited Express Pass..

Check out the Universl E-Brochure – So if you want information how to make this happen contact me today for details.. written by Dawn Caitano

 

Disney & Orlando Digest – Week of March 24, 2014

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Disney Discounts 

 Walt Disney World® Resort

  • New!  Free Tickets & Great Prices on Memorial Weekend:  Are you ready to spend 24 hours at the Magic Kingdom Park?  Take advantage of special group prices, making our rates the lowest you will find over this popular holiday weekend.  Plus, book at least a 2 Day ticket and you get a free ticket to visit the Disney Water Parks or DisneyQuest.  You can only book this deal with Destinations in Florida.
  • Affordable Package with Room & Dining:  One of the most expensive parts of a Disney vacation are the tickets!  Save money and enjoy all of the other fun at the Disney with a Ticketless Package.  Book this new package with your hotel and one of the Disney Dining Plans, without the addition of tickets.
  • Save up to 35% off Disney Resorts:  Planning a summer vacation to Disney World?  Now is the time to book your trip with savings up to 35% off the Disney Resort hotels.  These discounts run June 15-August 28.  Hurry, these discounts will sell out quickly!
  • Free Day to Play at the Disney Theme Parks:  Buy 6 or more tickets for your family or friends with the 4-Day, 5-Day, 6-Day, 7-Day, 8-Day, or 9-Day tickets and you will get an extra day free.  Imagine another day to ride Splash Mountain or another day to get pictures with Mickey Mouse!  If you are visiting together, order your tickets together to save money!  Must book by June 14.
  • Free Memory Maker to Cherish Your Disney World Moments:  Imagine capturing your favorite pictures from your Disney World vacation!  You can do that with Disney’s Memory Maker.  Book a package from August 15-September 30 for at least 3 nights with 2-Day tickets and get the new Memory Maker free.  Prices start from just $899 plus tax for a family of 3 at a Disney Value Resort.  
  • Save up to 30% on Rooms at Select Walt Disney World® Resort Hotels:  Savings apply for stays most nights March 14, 2014 – April 12, 2014 and April 20, 2014 – June 15, 2014.  Upgrade to a room and ticket package with a minimum 4-day Magic Your Way Ticket and get one more ticket day FREE!  Visit Destinations in Florida for more details.
  • Florida Resident Rates:  Florida Residents can take advantage of great rates on rooms at select Disney Resorts hotels for stays through May 29, 2014.  Plan a winter getaway to Disney or a Spring Break trip to the Disney Water Parks.  Book today with this incredible deal, just for Florida Residents.
  • Military Discount:  Active duty and retired members of the US military can get specially discounted rooms at Disney Resort most nights through September 27th, 2014.  Thank you for serving our country.

 

Disney Cruise Line®

  • Special Rates for Florida Residents and US Military:  Take advantage of special deals from $135 per person per night plus tax/port charges for Florida Residents and active/retired United States Military.  Special cruises are available for select dates this spring.
  • Last Minute Restricted Deals:  If you are flexible about the location of your stateroom and willing to book last minute you may be able to save BIG! Disney offers Restricted Guarantee rooms 15-60 days before departure dates, sometimes just a few days before departure. These are very restricted and with many rules, but if you are not picky you can save up 40%.
  • Canadian Resident Deal:  If you are a Canadian Resident, you can enjoy 20% off select rates on the May 24, 2014 Alaska sailing departing from Vancouver, Canada.  Take advantage of this special deal, just for you!

 

Aulani Hawaii

  • Get up to a $500 Room Credit to Spend During Your Visit:  Book a 1 or 2-Bedroom Villa from April 23-June 16, 2014 and receive up to a $500 resort credit for a 4-Night vacation.  Book a Deluxe Studio or regular room for 4 nights and receive a $400 resort credit.

 

Universal Orlando Resort Discounts

  • Cabana Bay Beach Resort Florida Resident Deal:  Are you ready to experience the spectacular new Cabana Bay Beach Resort?  It is opening next month.  Florida Residents can be the 1st to experience this new hotel at special prices, just for you.  Rates start from just $94 per night plus tax.  This deal is good from April 25-June 5.
  • 4th Night and 3rd Day Free:  Book a Universal Partner hotel for 3 nights with a 2 Day Base ticket and receive your 4th night and 3rd day at the parks for FREE!
  • Save up to $500 on your Universal Package:  Stay at one of the Universal Hotels including Cabana Bay Hotel, Royal Pacific Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel or Portofino Bay Hotel with tickets and save up to $500 on your package.  Now is the time to visit the movies at the Universal Orlando Resort.
  • Universal 1-Day or 2-Day Pass with Shuttle Transportation for 2014:  Take a day away from the Disney World Parks to visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter!  Book a 1-Day or 2-Day Pass to Universal Studios with shuttle transportation included in the ticket.  This special ticket is only available with select companies including Destinations in Florida.
  • “Take 2” Transfer:  If you do not want to rent a car during your Orlando vacation, take advantage of the new “Take 2” Transfer ticket for only $39 per person.  This transfer includes transportation from a Disney Resort hotel to Universal Orlando Resort for a Universal Studios vacation.  After your Universal vacation, the transportation takes you back to the Orlando International Airport.

 

Sea World Discounts

  • Eat for Free During Your Vacation:  Book a Sea World Package at one of the partner hotels and get the All Day Dining Deal for FREE!
  • Kids Free at Sea World:  Book your Sea World Package and kids play for free.  You will receive one free child ticket (ages 3-9) for every paid adult.

 

Orlando Attraction Ticket Discounts

  • Kids Eat Free Card:  Save money on over 100 different restaurants in Orlando from the quick serve restaurants like McDonald’s to sit down restaurants like Nascar Cafe at Universal CityWalk.  Purchase the Kids Eat Free Card and receive a free child’s meal with any adult meal at select restaurants.  Click here for more details and to purchase this special card.
  • Kennedy Space Center Tickets:  Pre-order your tickets to Kennedy Space Center and save money with special prices.  Experience the Space Shuttle Atlantis, US Astronaut Hall of Fame, and more; just an hour from Orlando.  Click here to more details and to purchase tickets.

 Book your family memories today with us today!

Disney & Orlando Digest

What’s New Around The Mouse!

What’s New for Week of Mar 19, 2014 – Walt Disney World, Disneyland & Universal Orlando News

There are new things popping up every day at the Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort and Universal Orlando

Resort. Join us every week to read about “What’s New” in Disney news and at Universal Orlando! This week features

updates on the Magic Kingdom Park construction, various events taking place in the Walt Disney World Resort and

Disneyland and new Diagon Alley / Hogwarts Express information from Universal Orlando!

What’s New This Week?
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Walt Disney World Resort in Florida
New! Seven Dwarfs Mine Train News: Additional construction walls came down around the
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train this week! The side of the mountain closest to Be Our Guest Restaurant and
the newer castle walls is now visible to guests. More of the twists and turns of the track is revealed
and guests will have a great view of any ride vehicle testing! Also, the new attraction’s logo was
released this week too.
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New! Guests Can Vote on America’s Funniest Videos March 19-20: On Wednesday, March
19 and Thursday, March 20, Disney’s Hollywood Studios Guests will have the chance to vote on five
to six videos inside of Premiere Theater beginning at 10:30 a.m., followed by additional show times
at 11:30 a.m., and 12:30 p.m. Guests participating will need to be at least 9 years of age or older to
vote and all Guests who vote will receive a free AFV t-shirt.
New! Anna and Elsa from ‘Frozen’ Heading to Magic Kingdom Park: We’re excited to share
that Anna and Elsa, from Disney’s Academy Award-winning film “Frozen,” will soon move
from Epcot to Magic Kingdom Park. Starting April 20, they’ll join some of their fellow Disney Royals
at Princess Fairytale Hall, where Disney FastPass+ service will be available for this character greeting
experience.
New! “Maleficent” sneak peek coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios April 18, 2014: The
thrilling final trailer for “Maleficent” has just been released, and starting April 18, 2014 a special
extended sneak peek will be playing daily at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in the ABC Sound Studio
through mid-June.
New! Castle Painting in Progress: Back in January, we informed you Cinderella’s Castle would
have a crane in view through the end of March for removal of the Dream Lights as well as routine
painting. Painting has been taking place on the castle turrets for the past week or so, which has
included a “new” silver color. While Disney has not released a statement, Cast Members tell us this
silver color is more or less a “primer” and the turrets will be returned to their usual blue hue soon.
Cinderella’s Castle Painting in Progress
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New! Draw Olaf at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Animation Academy at The Magic of
Disney Animation: Recently, a few characters from Disney’s “Frozen” were added into the
rotation of Disney characters the character artists teach guests how to draw every day. With the
popularity of “Frozen,” it’s no surprise that Olaf has become one of the most requested characters at
the experience. We had the opportunity to draw Elsa back in early February too!
New! Kingdom Keepers VII: The Insider Set to Debut at Disney Parks: Acclaimed author
Ridley Pearson will appear at Walt Disney World in celebration of the release of his newest book,
“Kingdom Keepers VII: The Insider.” It is the much-anticipated, final addition to the Kingdom
Keepers saga. Ridley will be making special appearances on the following dates at Walt Disney 
World Resort:
● March 26 – Once Upon A Toy, Downtown Disney Marketplace (4 – 6 p.m.)
● March 27 – Writer’s Stop, Disney’s Hollywood Studios (9 – 11 a.m.)
● *Wristbands will be distributed to guests on the day of the signings at the event location.
Update! Changes in Progress Around Iconic Magic Kingdom “Hub”: According to the
Disney Parks Blog, “We’re adding several new elements to the area, including sculpted gardens,
additional pathways, expanded restaurant seating and even a special viewing area for fireworks and
other performances.” Other enhancements will include new trees and more landscaping in the Central
Plaza area. To make it easier to move around, two additional pathways will be built around the
plaza. Also, seating outside of Casey’s Corner and The Plaza restaurant will nearly double in size. This
multi-phase enhancement project has already begun and it’ll be completed in 2015. Casey’s Corner
seating has already been increased. The castle moats were drained in preparation for construction,
Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe’s formerly outdoor seating is now enclosed and Swan Boat Landing has
been removed. Also, The Hub popcorn cart has been relocated near the entrance of Adventureland
while work takes place.
Casey’s Corner Expanded Outdoor Seating
Drained Moat Around Cinderella Castle Cosmic Ray’s Outdoor Seating Now Enclosed. Waterfall/Moat Drained.Swan Boat Landing Removed
New! Happy Hound Kiosk at Downtown Disney: Stop by the Marketplace to visit the new
Happy Hound kiosk. Located behind Fun Finds, this unique kiosk offers accessories for your canine
companion, including leashes, glamour collars, food bowls, outfits, jackets and an assortment of
squeaky toys!
Reminder: Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival Continues: This fantastic and
colorful festival continues. Here are some of the highlights this week: Flower Power Concert Series
performances by The Orchestra starring former members of ELO – March 21-23 at 5:30, 6:45 and 8
pm.; Designers’ Stage – weekdays, noon and 3 pm will host Don Kendzior, Gardening with Nature –
March 17 and Margaret Barker, The Audubon Birdhouse Book: Great Homes for Great Birds – March
18-20; and Designers’ Stage – Presented by HGTV – Friday-Sunday, noon and 3 pm will host Matt
Blashaw, Yard Crashers – March 21 -23
Reminder! Annual Passholders Can Customize and Order MagicBands: Annual
Passholders will soon be receiving MagicBands as the phased rollout continues. Log on to
DisneyWorld.com to access your My Disney Experience account. Make sure your annual pass is
linked to your account under ‘MagicBands & Cards.” Under “Your Orders,” you should see an option to
customize and order your Band! Your Band will ship at the end of the month or as soon as you click
the button that says “Ship MagicBands now.”
Reminder! Registration Now Open for Fit Challenge at ESPN Wide World of Sports in 
September: The sport of competitive fitness, which is growing rapidly nationally and
internationally, is coming to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort, the
site of the inaugural Disney Fit Challenge this September. Capitalizing on the growing CrossFit
phenomenon, Disney Fit Challenge will be a three-day event (Sept 26-28) involving athletes
competing in different fitness challenges that test a participant’s speed, strength, skill, endurance,
balance and power. Registration opens March 18.
Reminder! St. Patrick’s Day Cupcake at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: As of Monday, March
10, the St. Patrick’s cupcake has arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Indulge in chocolate and mint
for just $5.19 at select quick service locations: FairFax Fare, Pizza Planet, Starring Rolls, Backlot
Express, ABC Commissary, Studio Catering Co., and Rosie’s All American Café. This treat is part of the
Disney Dining Plan and will be available March 10 – 30.
Reminder! New Epcot Illuminations Dessert Party Debuted Last Week: Make your visit to
Epcot extra sweet with tempting treats, spirited drinks and a VIP view of IllumiNations: Reflections
of Earth. Savor international desserts and wines in an intimate, exclusive setting and enjoy a clear
view of the World Showcase Lagoon as it erupts in color and sound during the Epcot nighttime
fireworks spectacular, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth. The dessert parties will be held
Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights from 7:45 PM to 9:20 PM. Advance reservations are highly
recommended and can be made up to 180 days prior to your visit. The cost is $49.99 for adults and
$29.99 for children, prices include tax. Park admission is required (and not included).
Reminder! Three Eateries in Downtown Disney to Close on March 19: The last day of
operation for Pollo Campero, Bodie’s All-American Grill and BabyCakes NYC, will be Wednesday,
March 19, 2014. This change is being made to make room for new experiences in the new Disney
Springs project. the popular BabyCakes NYC will continue to provide gluten-free products to select
Walt Disney World Resort food courts and restaurants.
Reminder! Watch for Coupons on Quick Service Dining Receipts: Certain quick-service
locations in Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort theme parks will give a merchandise coupon attached to your receipt
March 18 through April 28 The coupon offers 20 percent off purchase at participating merchandise locations during store
opening and 1 p.m. between March 18 and April 29.
Reminder! Disney Vacation Club hosts Food Truck Tuesdays at Saratoga Springs 
Resort: Food trucks inspired by Walt Disney World Theme Parks will visit Disney’s Saratoga Springs
Resort & Spa as part of a Membership Magic experience. Created for Disney Vacation Club Members
but open to all Guests, this limited-time food truck service will take place near the Grandstand Pool
on March 11, 18 and 25 from 5-8 p.m. Food will be available for purchase, and complimentary
cupcakes will be provided with meal purchases while supplies last. In addition to the food trucks,
Disney Vacation Club will host a face painter, balloon artist and caricature artist that Members and
Guests can enjoy!
New! Merchandise Events:
● March 21 – 26: David E. Doss will be appearing daily at The Art of Disney in Downtown
Disney Marketplace. Stop in and find a new piece of art to add to your collection!
● March 26 – 27: Are you a fan of Ridley Pearson? Are you ready for the release of “Kingdom
Keepers VII: The Insider”? If your answer was yes, then be sure to check out all of the details
on Ridley Pearson’s appearances and details on the last book in the beloved Kingdom Keepers
series.

Closures and Refurbishments

Magic Kingdom
● Splash Mountain Jan. 6 – Mar. 21, 2014
● Splashdown Photos Jan. 6 – Mar. 21, 2014
● Monorail – MK Express Jan. 21 – Mar. 21, 2014
● Pinocchio’s Village Haus Feb. 17 – Mar. 30, 2014
● Big Thunder Mountain April 7 – 9, 2014
● Pirates of the Caribbean April 28 – May 1, 2014
● Tommorrowland Transit Authority – Peoplemover May 3 – Jun. 30, 2014
● Astro Orbiter May 3 – Aug. 20, 2014
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
● None
Epcot
● None
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
● Festival of the Lion King Jan. 6, 2014 – summer
● Camp Minnie-Mickey Jan. 6, 2014 permanent closure
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
● Roof Refurbishment Mar. 1 – May 3, 2014
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
● Monorail – Magic Kingdom Resort – Restricted Service – Monorail service will be temporarily
suspended on weekdays between 11:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Buses and watercraft
transportation will be available. Jan. 21 – Mar. 21, 2014
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
● Guest rooms and buildings throughout Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will be
refurbished starting in early January and scheduled to complete in August. Guest buildings
will be taken out of inventory and will not be occupied by Guests while work is being
performed. Next building to start refurb is Big Pine Key – March 9.
● Monorail – Magic Kingdom Resort – Restricted Service – Monorail service will be temporarily
suspended on weekdays between 11:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Buses and watercraft
transportation will be available. Jan. 21 – Mar. 21, 2014
Disney’s Polynesian Resort 
● General Construction Dec. 2013 – Mar. 2015
● The Never Land Club Jan. 28 – Apr. 27, 2014
● Great Ceremonial House Lobby March – December 2014
● Capt. Cook’s to close and an alternate Dining Experience will be available. Mar 26 – Jun 2014
o No Dole Whip soft serve available at the alternate location
● Beach & Sunset Point Access to the east portion of the beach, near the Transportation and
Ticket Center, and Sunset Point will be unavailable due to a scheduled refurbishment.
● Some rooms in certain room categories in impacted buildings have been taken off the market
during the renovation period.
● Monorail – Magic Kingdom Resort – Restricted Service – Monorail service will be temporarily
suspended on weekdays between 11:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Buses and watercraft
transportation will be available. Jan. 21 – Mar. 21, 2014
The Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
● General Construction including jackhammering work Mar 26-27.
Downtown Disney® Area
● Cap’n Jack’s Marina – Closed
● Parking Lots H,I,J,K Closed
● Fuego – closed
● Wetzels Pretzels – closed 10/20/13
● Team Mickey Athletic Club Jan. 27 – Jun. 13, 2014
o Reopening as Marketplace CoOp Late Spring
● Bridge between the West Side and Pleasure Island is temporarily closed through this fall as
work on The Landing continues. Additional temporary closures include the “top of the hill”
on Pleasure Island and the nearby restrooms
● Beginning Feb. 22, the Downtown Disney Marketplace boat dock will temporarily close. During this time, the Sassagoula River Cruise docking location will relocate to the Pleasure
Island boat dock. In addition, internal boat transportation (Water Taxi) service for
Downtown Disney Guests will only be available between the Downtown Disney Pleasure
Island and West Side docks. We expect to reopen the Downtown Disney Marketplace dock this
fall.
● New! Parking Lots E,F, and G closing – March 18
● Pollo Campero, Bodies and Babycakes closing – March 19
Disneyland Resort in California
New! The D23 Expo Will Return to Disneyland in 2015: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is
returning to Anaheim in 2015. D23: The Official Disney Fan Club will present the D23 Expo the
weekend of August 14-16 at the Anaheim Convention Center, right across the street from the
Disneyland Resort. Once again, all the wonderful worlds of Disney will come together under one roof
including film, television, music, games, and — of course — theme parks!
New! Vinylmation Trading Locations at Disneyland Resort: Guests who visit Disneyland
Resort can trade Vinylmation at the following locations: Disneyland Park – The Star Trader and
Disney Showcase, Downtown Disney – D Street, and Disney California Adventure Park – Off the
Page. Disneyana no longer offers Vinylmation trading.
New! Dark Chocolate Raspberry Gourmet Apple at Disneyland Park: The newest addition
from the Disneyland Resort Candy Making team is an over-the-top apple concoction! This month’s
caramel apple has been covered in dark chocolate and has been encased with semi-sweet chocolate
and white chocolate chips and almonds. They have infused raspberry into white chocolate and
drizzled it over the entire apple. YUM!New! Kingdom Keepers VII: The Insider Set To Debut at Disney Parks:
Acclaimed authorRidley Pearson will appear at the Disneyland Resort in celebration of the release of his newest book,
“Kingdom Keepers VII: The Insider.” It is the much-anticipated, final addition to the Kingdom
Keepers saga. Ridley will be making a special appearance at Disneyland Resort March 29 at
Disneyana, Disneyland park (10 a.m. – Noon).
Reminder! Watch for Coupons on Quick Service Dining Receipts: Certain quick-service
locations in Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort theme parks will give a merchandise
coupon attached to your receipt March 18 through April 28
The coupon offers 20 percent off purchase at participating merchandise locations during store
opening and 1 p.m. between March 18 and April 29.
Reminder! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Reopened March 17: In addition to an
upgraded track, restoration of the historic Rainbow Ridge Mining Town, repainting on portions of the
mountain and updates to the ride vehicles, the refurbishment also includes some new surprises that
guests should lookout for when they ride again after March 17th!
Reminder! Disneyland Today is the Official Social Media Source for Disneyland 
Resort: Beginning March 10, Disneyland’s official source for in-park social media updates and
information, Disneyland Today, will expand to cover the entire Disneyland Resort. Joining forces
with DCA Today, Disneyland Today will answer questions and provide real-time tips and updates for
both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park and now the Downtown Disney District and all
three resort hotels. Be sure follow @DisneylandToday on Twitter and Facebook
(Facebook.com/DisneylandToday) for updates and in-park opportunities during your visits.
New! Merchandise Events
● March 22: Meet artists Jeff Granito and Michelle Romo who will be appearing at
WonderGround Gallery from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. as we celebrate some of their newest releases.
● March 22: Local Southern California artist Noah will be on hand for a special appearance
and signing from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at WonderGround Gallery in the Downtown Disney District
as we release his newest piece titled “Faith, Trust and Pixie Dust” featuring Tinker Bell.
● March 28: Calling all Traders! Disney Trading Night will take place from 5 – 8 p.m. in the
Pacific Ballroom at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel. So if you are looking to meet avid and novice
traders, make friends, or share stories about your collections, then this is the place for you.● Appearing as the Artist in Residence at WonderGround Gallery in the Downtown Disney
District throughout the month of March is local artist Jeff Granito. Look for special artist
showcases on the following dates: February 28 and March 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 and
29 from 5 – 9 p.m.
Closures and Refurbishments
Click here to download the latest renovations and closures at Disneyland.

Universal Orlando Resort

 

New! New Details about Hogwart’s Express Revealed: Two experiences will be available to
passengers traveling on Howart’s Express, which literally takes guests on the journey between the
currently open Hogsmeade (at Islands of Adventure) and the soon-to-open London/Diagon Alley (at
Universal Studios Florida): One experience on the way to Hogsmeade, and a different experience on
the way to Diagon Alley.
The Hogwarts Express experience combines powerful storytelling, live special effects, lifelike
animation and state-of-the-art technology to take riders on the journey of a lifetime. Once seated in
the cabin, guests will be able to look out their windows as an incredibly authentic and magical
adventure unfolds before them. They’ll see Hagrid come alongside the train on his flying motorbike,
Buckbeak the Hippogriff swoop gracefully over the black lake, the Weasley twins on brooms and up to
their usual antics, the Knight Bus swerving through London traffic – and other special moments and
surprises.
New! Original Zonko’s Joke Shop Closed Mar 11: Universal announced this shop would close as
part of the changes with the future opening of Diagon Alley. The new Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes
in Diagon Alley will sell basically the same types of products formerly found in Zonko’s when Diagon
Alley opens.
New! Velvet Sessions featuring The Psychedelic Furs March 27, 2014: Velvet Bar hosts the
city’s only rock ‘n’ roll cocktail party on the last Thursday of the month. Admission is $29 on-line or
$35 at the door and includes FREE specialty drinks & finger foods and warm-up tunes from
6:30-8:30pm, plus FREE valet parking. Cash bars and live band from 8:00pm onward. Each “session”
combines creative cocktails with live music from some of the hottest rock bands.
Reminder! Mardi Gras Extended to June 7th for Rescheduled Robin Thicke 
Concert: The excitement of Mardi Gras now continues through June 7 at Universal Orlando Resort,
with a live performance by GRAMMY nominated musician Robin Thicke (performance rescheduled from Feb. 22). Along with the live concert, guests can experience the spirit of the legendary Bayou
bash during the dazzling Mardi Gras parade, featuring 12 vibrant floats, including three new additions
celebrating Jules Verne’s novel, “Around the World in 80 Days.” Guests can also visit Universal
Studios Florida’s very own French Quarter Courtyard to enjoy delectable Cajun cuisine and see
performances by bands pulled straight from Bourbon Street.
Reminder: Impact Wrestling Taping Select Dates March through May: Guests can catch
IMPACT WRESTLING live event tapings at Universal Orlando’s on March 13 – 15, April 10 – 12 & 24 –
29, and May 7 – 10. IMPACT WRESTLING events are non-ticketed and seating is based on a
first-come, first-served basis. Please note: Taping times are subject to change, so for the most
up-to-date information please call 407-224-6000.
Closures and Refurbishments

Universal’s Islands of Adventure

● None scheduled

Universal Studios

● Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 316, 3/18, 3/21, 3/22, 3/28 & 3/29 no show scheduled

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IllumiNations Sparkling Dessert Party!

 

Sparkling Dessert Party!

Sparkling Dessert Party!

 

Beginning, March 15, 2014, your Clients can experience IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth at Epcot® in an exciting new way.

The new IllumiNations Sparkling Dessert Party invites Guests to enjoy international desserts and sparkling wines in an intimate, exclusive setting with a clear view of the World Showcase Lagoon during the nighttime spectacular, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth.

This new offering will be available on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and will run from 7:45 p.m-9:20 p.m. The cost is $49 for adults and $29 for children. Parties begin March 15, 2014 and booking is now open. Epcot park admission is required.

Let me know if you want to add this option onto your vacation package.

Dawn Caitano

Universal’s Quick Service Dining Plan

Thinking about taking some time from your Walt Disney World Vacation to check out all that is new and exciting at Universal Orlando.  Why not make your vacation the best of both worlds.. Check out What’s New with Universal’s Quick Service Dining Plan.  In the past the Meal Deal was a little different where you hat unlimited trips through the fast food lines and drinks were not included.. With the Quick Service Plan things are different and I explained in more detail below.   Also there has been a price increase on the  Universal park to park tickets with shuttle transfers.. updated prices listed below..

Shuttle’s From Disney to Universal

Exclusive Universal Tickets with Round Trip Transfers from your Disney Resort.  Now you can have the best of both worlds at your fingertips. There are two options to choose from below. The Universal 1 Day Park to Park pass with round trip shuttle transfers or the 2 Day Park to Park pass with round trip shuttle transfers..

Universal Tickets with Round Trip Transfers from your Disney Resort

(1) Day (2) Park pass with Shuttle Transfers

(Adult) $164.84, (Child) $158.45 with tax included

(2) Day (2) Park pass with Shuttle Transfers

(Adult) $227.43, (Child) $216.78 with tax included

Ticket Add On’s that would work great with your package.

WHATS’s NEW!

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Universals Quick Service Dining Plan

Universal Dining Plan – Quick Service, Orlando

Make your meals at Universal Orlando® Resort fun and easy when you purchase in advance with the Universal Dining Plan – Quick Service.

Each day lets you enjoy one counter service meal, one snack, and one non-alcoholic beverage, per guest, per day from food carts and counter service locations.

 A 1 Day 2 Park Meal Deal is (Adult) $21.29, (Child 3-9) $13.83

    • The Universal Dining plan card is valid at OVER 100 dining locations (not valid at Full Service Locations) throughout Universal Orlando’s theme parks and the Universal CityWalk® dining and entertainment complex.Guests simply check the menu boards in participating locations for the items honored by the plan (indicated by the Universal Dining Plan symbol) and present their card when placing their order.Each day of the Dining Plan lets you enjoy:
    • One counter service meal consisting of one of each: Entree & Non-Alcoholic Beverage
    • One Snack such as popcorn, ice cream, frozen beverage from food carts or counter service locations
    • One Non-Alcoholic Beverage from food carts or counter service locationsParticipating Locations:Universal Studios: 
    • Mel’s Drive In
    • Beverly Hills Boulangerie
    • Universal Studios’ Classic Monsters Cafe
    • Louie’s Italian Restaurant
    • Kid Zone Pizza Company
    • Richter’s Burger Company
    • San Francisco Pastry Shop
    • & many more!Islands of Adventure:
    • Croissant Moon Bakery
    • Cafe 4
    • Captain America Diner
    • Comic Strip Cafe
    • Blondies: Home of the Dagwood
    • Wimpy’s
    • Burger Digs
    • Pizza Predatoria
    • Thunderfalls Terrace
    • Fire Eater’s Grill
    • Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous
    • Green Eggs and Ham
    • Three Broomsticks
    • Butterbeer Cart & many more!
  • Restrictions: The Universal Dining Plan – Quick Service is non-refundable. The Universal Dining Plan – Quick Service card cannot be returned or refunded, and will not be replaced if lost. Gratuities are not included. Theme park admission is required for dining in Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. Children ages 3 to 9 must order from the Kid’s menu. Only valid during normal operating hours and excludes dining during all separately ticketed events. Participating locations are subject to change without notice and venue operating hours may vary by location. Merchandise is not included. Additional restrictions may apply and subject to change without notice.

OR

Why not end your evening with the Cinematic Spectacular Dining Experience

(Adult) $44.99 (Child 3-9) $12.99 

  • It’s the perfect climactic finale to a day of blockbuster thrills at Universal Studios®. Make it an evening to remember with the exceptional cuisine and unforgettable movie moments of the Cinematic Spectacular Dining Experience. Enjoy a delicious meal at Lombard’s Seafood Grille. Then afterwards, you’ll have access to an exclusive viewing area for the dazzling newUniversal’s Cinematic Spectacular–100 Years of Movie Memories nighttime show. Experience classic scenes from a century of Universal Pictures’ most iconic films, all on cutting-edge waterfall screens surrounded by colorful fountains and pyrotechnics. You’ll never be happy with just popcorn and candy again.INCLUSIONS:
    • Choice of (1) appetizer – one per adult, (1) entree, (1) non-alcoholic beverage, and dessert reception.
    • Viewing of Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 100 Years of Movie Memories on the Lombard’s Waterfront.
    • Tax and gratuity.

    NOTE:

    • Dining reservations accepted from 4:00pm – 7:30pm
    • Alcoholic beverage not included
    • Children 9 and under will order off the Kid’s Menu and does not include an appetizer
    • Hours of operation subject to change without notice
    • Additional restrictions may apply

When purchasing your Universal Tickets with Round Trip Transfers from your Disney Resort. You can then add on to those tickets with many different options the two above are just two of the most popular ticket add on’s.  Some other examples are Blue Man Group. The Universal Express Pass or Character Dining with the Marvel Characters..

So why not take advantage of this great option Shuttle’s From Disney to Universal

If you have any questions please contact us prior to purchasing your Universal Tickets with  Shuttles from Disney to Universal

Universal Studios tickets are non-refundable 

You can contact us at dawn@pixiedustanddreamvacations.com, or by phone at 917-494-5771. Book your tickets at least 3 days prior to your arrival to Universal Studios, to give Universal time to print your tickets.  If you need them sooner just call us direct. We will then place your order right away and you will have you E-Travel Documents right away.    All Universal Studios tickets are picked up at the electronic kiosk or Guest Services at Universal Studios.  

Check out Universal’s E-Brochure to plan your next visit to Universal Orlando

Disney Package Transfer – If you booked direct with Disney with in the past 30 days you can add us onto your package to get our FREE Services. Along with a $25 Gift Card for you to use during your visit. Everything remains the same on your reservation, including your confirmation number.  We will just be added as your Travel Agent.. Why not take advantage of our FREE Services now!

Why wait now is the time to join the Adventure!  Contact me today to book your next vacation.

Dawn@pixiedustanddreamvacations.com or call us at 917-494-5771 Request a Quote!

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