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Huge Savings on Star Wars Weekends, Food n’ Wine and Jersey Week!
Are you considering a vacation to Disney World for Star Wars Weekends, Food n’ Wine Festival or during Jersey week this year? If so then this is for YOU!
Pixie Vacations has an EXCLUSIVE offer with GREAT discounts that you can ONLY get by booking through us. We have worked exclusively with Disney to get these discounted rates for our clients only and you will not see these discounts any place else.
The great thing is that it includes a free water park ticket for everyone in your party or a free Disney Quest ticket. This is great for Annual Pass holders because you can book room only AND add dining with these incredible discounts. We would love to bundle these as room/tickets and dining but it can be broken apart to do room only, room and tickets only, or room and dining if need be.
Here are the details:
- Star Wars Weekends May 25th-29th (there is some flexibility with these specific dates based on availability but this MUST be booked by April 25th so act quick on this one):
We have great rates at All Star resorts, Coronado Springs, Contemporary (Garden and tower rooms with Magic Kingdom Views) , Beach Club, Saratoga Springs in a 1 Bedroom Villa, Bay Lake Tower 1 Bedroom Villa’s and Saratoga Springs 2 Bedroom Villa’s.
- Food n’ Wine Festival October 1-8th :
We have negotiated great rates at All Stars, Port Orleans Riverside, Contemporary Resort (both garden and Tower with Magic Kingdom Views), Beach Club, and the Polynesian Resort
- Jersey Week for travel November 3-10th
We have great rates for Pop Century, the brand new Art of Animation Resort in Little Mermaid in a standard room or in a Cars Suite, Port Orleans Riverside, Beach Club, Polynesian Resort, Contemporary Resort (graden view or Tower Magic Kingdom View) and a 1 bedroom Villa at Beach Club.
Contact me today at Lesley@pixievacations.com for a quick and easy quote on any of these deals listed above, I look forward to helping you plan an amazing Disney vacation AND saving you some money!!
Lesley is a travel agent with Pixie Vacations, contact her for your next Disney vacation at Lesley@pixievacations.com or check her out at www.destinationmagic.com. She is currently offering generous booking incentives (Disney gift cards and Disney on board credits for Disney Cruiseline) as well as $200 per person Disney gift cards for all Adventures by Disney Vacations!
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Disney Movie Rewards – Disney’s Art of Animation Resort 3 Night Stay
Enjoy a magical 3-night stay at the new Disney’s Art of Animation Resort at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Surround your family in the enchantment and fun of your favorite Disney stories throughout your entire Disney vacation. From the magically themed suites and rooms to the spectacular courtyards, you’ll feel just like a character inside some of the most popular and beloved Disney stories from Disney and Disney/Pixar animated films. This new resort will immerse you in one of four wonderful “worlds” and take you on a journey into the story of each film.
The first three sections to open are inspired by Disney/Pixar’s Finding Nemo (Phase 1) followed by Cars and then Disney’s The Lion King. All offer family suites that sleep up to six and provide just the right amount of extra room to spread out in comfort. The fourth section, based on Disney’s The Little Mermaid, will offer standard rooms accommodating up to four Guests.
All that for only 22000 Reward Points!
Click here to learn more.
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NEW! Disney PhotoPass+ arriving to Walt Disney World Resort
Starting today you can capture more memories than ever with Disney PhotoPass+! With Disney PhotoPass+ you can have all your Disney’s PhotoPass Photographer photos PLUS select Attraction photos AND Dining Print Packages – All for one price.
Product Details:
- PhotoPass+ will be sold at PhotoPass view stations located throughout the Walt Disney World Resort.
- With PhotoPass+ you will have digital files of all your PhotoPass photos, Attraction photos, and Dining photos taken within a 14 day visit to Walt Disney as well as Print Packages at select Dining locations.
- Once you arrive home from your vacation, you can view your photos and order a PhotoCD with all the high resolution photos plus a limited license agreement, which allows you to print photos at any local photo processing center.
Participating Attractions:
- Space Mountain
- Splash Mountain
- Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
- The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
- Rock ‘n Roller Coaster
- Expedition Everest
- Dinosaur
Participating Character Dining Locations:
- 1900 Park Fare
- Ohana (Breakfast only)
- Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show
- Chef Mickey’s
- Cinderella’s Royal Table
- Tusker House Restaurant (Breakfast only)
- Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue
- Princess Storybook Dining at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall
Disney PhotoPass+ Includes:
- PhotoPass+ Card and Lanyard
- A gallery CD with over 400 stock photos
- A unique code to create and order a PhotoCD with all your photos online at DisneyPhotoPass.com
- Print Packages at select Dining locations
- Digital Downloads of select Attractions
All for $199.95
Click here for more details.
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Tables in Wonderland – Discount and Special Events for April and May 2012
Tables in Wonderland Members to receive a discount at La Nouba Cirque du Soleil – Written and directed by Franco Dragone.
April 17, 2012 – May 11, 2012
Performances on Tuesdays – Saturdays, 6:00pm & 9:00pm
Discounted Price for Category 2 Tickets:
- Adult: $66.75 plus tax
- Child: $54.00 plus tax
Call 407-WDW-SEAT (407-939-7328) to purchase tickets!
Tables In Wonderland members may purchase tickets for themselves and up to three (3) Guests Must show current, valid Tables in Wonderland card to receive discount, when tickets are picked up at Box Office
Tables in Wonderland The Wave . . . of American Flavor’s Discovery Dinner At Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Thursday, April 19, 2012 6:30 p.m. Reception; 7:00 p.m. Dinner
Meet at The Wave… of American Flavor’s Main Podium
Dress Code – Casual Evening Attire
$110 per person, includes tax and gratuity
The Wave…of American Flavors proudly presents Matt McLean from Uncle Matt’s Organic Citrus as our host for the April Tables in Wonderland Discovery Dinner. Uncle Matt’s Organic Citrus is a Florida-based, family-owned company offering premium quality organic citrus juices and organic produce. All Uncle Matt’s products have no synthetic additives or preservatives and are grown without the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers.
Matt McLean is a pioneer, agricultural activist, and entrepreneur in the organic industry. Currently Vice President on the National Board of Directors for the Organic Trade Association (OTA), he helps shape the policies and standards for the organic industry
Today, Matt carries on his family’s tradition of growing quality organic citrus on close to 1100 acres throughout the state. Uncle Matt’s has also expanded their expertise to other Florida crops, and works with over 25 family growers to market not only organic citrus, but organic avocados, blueberries and peaches.
Wines will be presented by Eddie Fara, Florida State Manager for Boisset Family Wine Estates. His portfolio includes Deloach Vineyards, Raymond Vineyards, Buena Vista Winery, Lyeth Estates, Jean-Claude Boisset, Beni di Batasiolo, Charles De Fere, Neige and many other premium wineries.
Reception in The Wave . . . of American Flavors Lounge
Cold Smoked Pork Tenderloin Flatbread with Sun-Dried Blueberries
Rock Shrimp Fritters
DeLoach Vineyards “Barrel to Barrel” Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
Dinner in The Wave . . . of American Flavors Private Dining Room
Appetizer
Grilled Atlantic Shrimp with Vietnamese Peach Relish
Melon and Peach Salad with Prosciutto and Mozzarella
Pancetta wrapped Peaches with Micro Basil and Aged Balsamic
DeLoach Vineyards Russian River Valley Chardonnay
Entrée
Thyme and Rosemary Roasted Pin-Tail Pheasant with Blue Cornbread Stuffing
Peach and Blueberry Preserves
King Farm Vegetables of the Moment
DeLoach Vineyards Masut Vineyard Pinot Noir
Salad
Grilled Peach, Tomato and Radicchio Salad with Basil Oil
Charles de Fère Rosé
Cheese Course
Darby Port, Lamb Chopper Goat Cheese, White Diamond Cheddar, Gewurztraminer Blueberries
Raymond Vineyards “Barrel to Barrel” Cabernet Sauvignon
Dessert
Peach Gallette, Frozen Yogurt with Warm Blueberry Compote, Fresh Peaches, and Blueberry Leather
Neige Apple Ice Wine
For reservations, e-mail WDW.Tables.In.Wonderland@
Tables in Wonderland Special Event
Flower Power Happy Hour Norway Pavilion at Epcot®
Saturday May 12, 2012 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Price: $40.00 per person, plus tax. Gratuity is included.
The Epcot® International Flower & Garden Festival is a special spring event filled with a colorful array of flowers, lush gardens, topiaries, live music, unique shopping, and educational programs. On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays during the festival, finish off the day with a melodious evening at the America Gardens Theatre adjacent to the American Adventure Pavilion and enjoy music from the 1960s and 1970s during the Flower Power Concert Series. Join your fellow Tables in Wonderland members for a cocktail hour and then reserved seating for the concert of Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone, best known for “I’m Henry the Eighth, I Am“.
Timeline
- 6:00pm – Happy Hour at Norway Pavilion. Hors D’oeuvres, Beer, Wine, and Specialty Beverages
- 7:00pm – Relocate to America Gardens Theater
- 7:45pm – Reserved seats for Herman’s Hermits show at the Flower Power Concert Series
Happy Hour Menu
Reclaimed Wooden Wine Barrel Covers of Artisan Cheeses with Berries, Chutney, and Breads
Spicy Vegetable Samosa with Greek Yogurt Cucumber Dip
Red Wine Demi Braised Mixed Grill Meatballs with Crispy Onions
Beer, Wine, and Specialty Beverages
For reservations, e-mail WDW.Tables.In.Wonderland@
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Disney Cruise Line Embarks on New Itineraries and New Ports in 2012
For the first time ever, Disney Cruise Line is setting sail from three new ports in 2012 – New York, Seattle and Galveston, Texas – making the Disney family cruise vacation more accessible to guests around the country. Additionally, the cruise line will offer more choices than ever before with several new itineraries planned.
“In 2012, we’re making it easier than ever for families to enjoy a Disney Cruise Line vacation by offering cruises from a variety of regional homeports,” said Disney Cruise Line President Karl Holz. “Guests can now enjoy a magical, one-of-a-kind Disney cruise experience with the convenience of departures from their own backyard.”
Bahamas, Canada and Weekend Getaway from New York
Beginning May 25, 2012, the Disney Magic will sail a total of 20 cruises from New York – including eight-night cruises to the Bahamas and five-night cruises up the New England coast to Canada plus two-night cruises that will give a sampling of the Disney Cruise Line experience over a weekend:
- The eight Bahamas cruises will include a day at Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay; Nassau, Bahamas; and a stop at Port Canaveral, Fla., giving guests an opportunity to visit the nearby Walt Disney World Resort. As part of this itinerary, each guest will receive a one-day Walt Disney World Park Hopper ticket and roundtrip transportation between their Disney ship and the resort.
Departure Dates: May 25, June 2, 22, 30, July 20, 28, Aug. 17, 25
Rates for the eight-night Bahamian cruise itinerary departing from New York start at $1,480 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.
- The nine five-night cruises up the New England coast will call at Halifax, Nova Scotia, and Saint John, New Brunswick. In these popular Canadian ports, guests can soak in splendid natural vistas, explore historic sites, visit quaint cafes and charming shops, and browse Canada’s oldest farmer’s market.
Halifax highlights include Peggy’s Cove, a famous fishing village renowned for its lighthouse, and the family-friendly Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. In Saint John, guests can marvel at the world-famous Reversing Falls and take a high-speed jet boat ride on the rapids.
Departure Dates: June 10, 17, July 8, 15, Aug. 5, 12, Sept. 2, 7, 12
Rates for the five-night Canadian cruise itinerary departing from New York start at $715 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.
- Three two-night cruises out of New York are perfect for families looking for a quick getaway with a day at sea over a weekend. Rates for the two-night cruises start at $512 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.
Departure Dates: June 15, July 13 and Aug. 10
Western Caribbean from Galveston
Beginning Sept. 22, 2012, the Disney Magic will sail 12 seven-night cruises from the Port of Galveston to the Western Caribbean. Ports of call include Grand Cayman and Mexico’s Costa Maya and Cozumel.
A Caribbean cruise on the Disney Magic offers families a tropical getaway with world-class entertainment and impeccable guest service found only on a Disney Cruise Line vacation. Guests will enjoy three magical days at sea to explore all of the fun aboard the Disney Magic and three days in port to lounge on warm, golden beaches, to swim and snorkel in azure waters or to shop to their heart’s content in exotic marketplaces.
Departure Dates: Sept. 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8
Rates for the seven-night Western Caribbean cruise itinerary departing from Galveston start at $840 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.
Alaska from Seattle
Beginning May 28, 2012, the Disney Wonder will sail a total of 14 seven-night cruises from the Port of Seattle to Tracy Arm, Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan, Alaska, as well as Victoria, British Columbia.
These cruises will combine the natural wonder and adventurous spirit of Alaska with the unparalleled, family-friendly experience found on a Disney Cruise Line ship. Disney Cruise Line works closely with Alaskan tour operators to create exclusive-to-Disney family-friendly Port Adventures that allow guests to best experience Alaska’s natural beauty and rich history.
On their Alaskan adventure, guests may catch a glimpse of a brown bear, bald eagle or humpback whale. They can explore magnificent glaciers and fjords in Juneau. In Ketchikan, guests can fish for some of the largest wild salmon in the world and learn about local culture through hand-carved totem poles. In Skagway, Disney Cruise Line guests can traverse panoramic landscapes by railway, or pan for gold like miners from the famous Klondike gold rush.
Departure Dates: May 28, June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27
Rates for the seven-night Alaska cruise itinerary departing from Seattle start at $917 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.
Mexican Riviera from Los Angeles
The Disney Wonder is scheduled to continue sailing seven-night Mexican Riviera cruises from the Port of Los Angeles for the majority of the year – throughout winter, spring and fall.
Rates for the seven-night Mexican Riviera itinerary departing from Los Angeles start at $791 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.
Additionally, the Disney Wonder will sail four seven-night Pacific Coast cruises from Los Angeles (on Sept. 16, Sept. 23, Sept. 30 and Oct. 7), calling on San Francisco, San Diego and Ensenada, Mexico.
Rates for the seven-night Pacific Coast itinerary departing from Los Angeles start at $770 per person for a deluxe inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.
For the first time, the Disney Wonder will offer two special voyages to Hawaii from Los Angeles, calling on Hilo; Kahului, Maui; Honolulu, Oahu; Nawiliwili, Kauai and Ensenada, Mexico. The 15-night Hawaiian itinerary, which includes nine days at sea, departs April 29, 2012. The 14-night Hawaiian itinerary, with eight days at sea, departs Oct. 14, 2012.
Rates for the Hawaiian cruises start at $1,834 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.
Caribbean and Bahamas from Port Canaveral
The Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream will continue to sail a variety of Caribbean and Bahamian itineraries departing from Port Canaveral.
The Disney Fantasy will depart on her maiden voyage March 31, 2012, and will sail out of Port Canaveral on seven-night Caribbean itineraries – alternating eastern (St. Maarten and St. Thomas) and western (Grand Cayman, Costa Maya, Cozumel). Special Eastern Caribbean sailings in November and December 2012 stop at St. Thomas and San Juan, Puerto Rico. All Disney Fantasy itineraries include a stop at Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay.
Rates for the seven-night Caribbean cruise itineraries on the Disney Fantasy start at $959 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.
The Disney Dream will sail three-, four- and five-night cruises from Port Canaveral to the Bahamas and Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. Five-night itineraries include two stops at Castaway Cay.
Rates for three- and four-night Bahamian cruises on the Disney Dream start at $513 per person for a standard inside stateroom, based on double occupancy.
Until she is repositioned to New York, the Disney Magic will sail out of Port Canaveral on seven-night Caribbean itineraries and four- and five-night Bahamian cruises.
All pricing reflects a standard inside stateroom, Government Taxes and Fees not included.
To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation contact Pixie Vacations.
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