My Half-Day at the Magic Kingdom with Genie+

I recently took a trip down to the Magic Kingdom to try out the brand-new Genie+ service. While I think some aspects of the new Genie are a bit confusing, overall I found this to be a great complement to the day and it did help save time in lines!

I will start by saying, take advantage of the early theme park entry for Walt Disney World Resort guests. When you are on property, you can enter all four parks 30 minutes before everyone.

To start my day, I was up at 7am to book my first Lightning Lane pass - Big Thunder Mountain. I was given the return time of 10:10 - 11:10am - this is a huge difference from Fast Passes as you cannot select your return time, it is given to you. I then got ready and walked right over to Magic Kingdom (the BEST part of staying at Bay Lake Tower is the walkway right to the Magic Kingdom!!)

I arrived to the Magic Kingdom at 8am (Park open was 9am to the general public), immediately went to the Emporium for some quick shopping and scored one of the highly sought after Iridescent Tumblers! And then I went straight over to the Mine Train.

By the time I reached the line for Mine Train, it was already winding back to Ariel’s Grotto - however the line moved quickly! I was in line by 8:30am and off Mine Train by 9:15am. I still had time to burn before my Big Thunder Mountain Lightning Lane, so I went over to The Haunted Mansion. The wait time was listed as 13 minutes, which means, walk-on! score! I took some fun Magic Shots with some fellow agents and we were then off to ride Pirates!

We were able to ride 3 rides by 10:30am by arriving early - so definitely take advantage of that early theme park entry for resort guests!

We then head over to Big Thunder Mountain and had a blast on board the Wildest Ride in the Wilderness… from there we booked our next Lightning Lane for Splash Mountain, right nextdoor! We were able to ride 5 rides all before noon!

If you are traveling with younger kids, I think you could do even more in a short period of time.

My biggest takeaway from the Genie+ service is that it is a complement to your day, you won’t skip EVERY line, but you will save time. I also noticed it’s a LOT of time spent on the phone navigating this new system, so give yourself some grace with that. Don’t always be jumping to the next attraction - take time to enjoy a Cavalcade, grab a Mickey pretzel and take all the Magic Shots with your fam!

If you are interested in booking a Walt Disney World vacation, working with an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner is the best way to go! Middle of the Magic Travel is a team of 40+ Disney Vacation planners here to help you along the way! Start planning today!

Story Book Dining at Artist Point and Boatwright’s Dining Hall Reopening and More Delicious News!

Today we learned that two Walt Disney World Resort hotel restaurants are reopening this December! Check out all the yummy details below.

Heigh-Ho, Heigh-Ho – it’s off to dinner we go! Yes, Story Book Dining at Artist Point, inspired by the Disney film “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” will reopen Dec. 16 at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.

As part of the new Character Dining experience, you will see Snow White, Dopey, Grumpy, and The Evil Queen stroll through the Enchanted Forest while enjoying a bountiful prix fixe dinner with the choice of individually plated entrées and shared starters and desserts. Guests can start their storybook adventure with a wickedly refreshing cocktail like the Enchanted Apple with a hint of sour apple. The Royal Prime Rib Roast and the vegetarian A Stroll Through Nature are both returning as well as the decadent “Poison” Apple dessert with dark chocolate-apple mousse.

Reservations can be made beginning Dec. 2, current clients PLEASE let me know if you are interested in adding this incredible dining spot to your upcoming itinerary!

More dining reopens, New Orleans style! You heard it here first, Boatwright’s Dining Hall, a hidden gem at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, will be serving up their Southern specialties for dinner starting Dec. 14. Reservations can be made beginning Dec. 2.

Enjoy the flavors of the Louisiana bayou with the all-you-care-to-enjoy Chef’s Platter featuring ribs, Nashville hot chicken, smoked sausage, and barbecued beef brisket with mashed potatoes, mac & cheese, street corn, and green beans. For Guests that have been craving General Fulton’s Prime Rib or the Deep-South Shrimp and Grits, they are back as well as the signature Boatwright’s Jambalaya and the plant-based Boatwright’s Harvest Jambalaya. And for a touch of Southern sweetness, be sure to order up the Mississippi Mud Crème Brûlée, a decadent chocolate brûlée with a chocolate shortbread cookie.

Are you hungry yet?! Well there is even MORE delicious news… La Crêperie de Paris is now taking reservations for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Tucked away in the France pavilion at EPCOT, this table restaurant serves savory galettes and sweet dessert crêpes, along with some of Brittany’s famous hard ciders.

You can order from the prix fixe menu with the choice of soup of the day or salade maison; choice of one galette with a glass of hard cider, soda, or juice; choice of one dessert crêpe. If you’re not up for a sit-down meal, there is a to-go window located nearby as well. I highly recommend the Nutella Crepe!

And finally, for everyone staying over at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resort, be sure to check out Beaches and Cream Soda Shop for this amazing 50th Anniversary Celebration Shake! This birthday cake-flavored shake drizzled in gold glitter glaze topped with a slice of commemorative 50th celebration birthday cake. Now that is celebrating in style!

If you are interested in booking a Walt Disney World vacation, working with an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner is the best way to go! Middle of the Magic Travel is a team of 40+ Disney Vacation planners here to help you along the way! Start planning today!

Disney on Broadway is Returning to the Festival of Arts

The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts – our celebration of the best in visual, culinary, and performing arts – returns January 14 – February 21, 2022, during The World’s Most Magical Celebration. And in 2022, we’re thrilled to welcome back the incomparable DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series, with three performances each evening headlined by Broadway stars performing favorite songs from more than 25 years of award-winning DISNEY ON BROADWAY stage productions.

Here’s the full lineup of jaw-dropping talents performing at this year’s DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series:

• Jan. 14, 16, 17, 20 & 21 – Arielle Jacobs (“Aladdin”) & Adam Jacobs (“Aladdin”)

• Jan. 15, 18, 19, 22 & 23 – Kerry Butler (“Beauty and the Beast”) & Telly Leung (“Aladdin”)

• Jan. 24, 26, 27, 30, 31 and Feb. 3 & 4 – Heidi Blickenstaff (“Freaky Friday,” “The Little Mermaid”) & Robert Creighton (“Frozen”)

• Jan. 25, 28, 29 and Feb. 1, 2, 5 & 6 – Kara Lindsay (“Newsies”) & Dan DeLuca (“Newsies”)

• Feb. 7, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17 & 18 – Ashley Brown (“Mary Poppins”) & Josh Strickland (“Tarzan”)

• Feb. 8, 11, 12, 15, 16, 19 & 20 – Kissy Simmons (“The Lion King”) & Michael James Scott (“Aladdin”)

• Feb. 21 – Special, extended finale performance featuring Brown, Strickland, Simmons & Scott

All shows are performed at America Gardens Theatre and are included with theme park admission. Look for more information soon about DISNEY ON BROADWAY Dining Packages. 

If you are interested in booking a Walt Disney World vacation, working with an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner is the best way to go! Middle of the Magic Travel is a team of 40+ Disney Vacation planners here to help you along the way! Start planning today!

OFFER ALERT: Save up to 30% off Select Very Merrytime Disney Cruise Line Sailings

Disney Cruise Line has returned to sailing with rave reviews! If you are looking to get away on a cruise this winter, now is a great time with fantastic offers from Disney Cruise Line. Enjoy the holidays on the sea with a Disney Very Merrytime Christmas Cruise!

Create new holiday traditions this year on a Disney Cruise!

Holiday activities and offerings are subject to change and vary by ship and itinerary.

• Disney Characters in Their Holiday Finest
  See some beloved Disney Characters in jolly holiday attire and take one-of-a-kind pictures to cherish throughout the year.

• Winter Wonderland Celebration
  Join us for a grand celebration on deck, where we’ll spin classic holiday tunes and light up the sky with special holiday fireworks.

• Santa Claus Sightings
  Catch a glimpse of the one-and-only Kris Kringle before he takes to the sky for some socially distanced selfies.

• Storytime with Mrs. Claus
  Hear Mrs. Claus read well-known Christmas stories.

• Themed Activities and Crafts for Kids
  Have some festive fun and get creative with Christmas cheer for the young and young-at-heart.

• Holiday Merchandise
  ‘Tis the season to pick up exclusive, holiday-themed Disney Cruise Line gifts for family and friends—and make Christmas wishes come true.

Holiday Cheer at Disney Castaway Cay
A winter wonderland awaits you aboard each ship—as well as on Disney Castaway Cay! Our private island paradise is transformed with "snow" flurries, a Christmas tree and more.

These itineraries are sailing with the Very Merrytime Christmas Cruise attraction and are currently offering amazing deals up to 30% off select cabins, learn more about this great deal below!

3-Night Very Merrytime Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral

Delight in the ho-ho-holiday magic of Disney during a cruise through The Bahamas! Depending on your itinerary, ports along the way may include Nassau and our private island paradise, Disney Castaway Cay.

November 19, 2021 aboard the Disney Dream

• $798 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $91 per person not included.

December 10, 2021 aboard the Disney Dream

• $729 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $93 per person not included.

December 24, 2021 aboard the Disney Dream

• $1,314 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $82 per person not included.

4-Night Very Merrytime Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral

Soak up the magic of Disney on a cruise to The Bahamas! Unwind in paradise on Disney Castaway Cay and, depending on itinerary, visit historic Nassau—plus round out your trip with a spectacular day at sea.

• November 15, 2021 aboard the Disney Dream

  • $860 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $91 per person not included.

• November 22, 2021 aboard the Disney Dream

  • $1,608 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $91 per person not included.

• November 29, 2021 aboard the Disney Dream

  • $872 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $91 per person not included.

• December 13, 2021 aboard the Disney Dream

  • $888 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $91 per person not included.

7-Night Very Merrytime Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral

Soak up the sun, sand and surf of the Eastern Caribbean! Trek through picturesque bays and verdant parkland in Tortola, scuba dive amid tropical fish and zip line over a lush rainforest in St. Thomas, and revel in boatloads of family beach fun at our private island, Disney Castaway Cay.

November 14, 2021 aboard the Disney Fantasy

• $1,736 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $113 per person not included.

November 28, 2021 aboard the Disney Fantasy

• $1,652 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $113 per person not included.

4-Night Very Merrytime Bahamian Cruise from Miami

Soak up the magic of Disney on a cruise to The Bahamas! Unwind in paradise on Disney Castaway Cay and, depending on itinerary, visit historic Nassau—plus round out your trip with a spectacular day at sea.

November 18, 2021 aboard the Disney Magic

• $840 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.

December 16, 2021 aboard the Disney Magic

• $1,020 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $116 per person not included.

In regards to healthy and safety protocols with Disney Cruise Line, please click here to learn more about the enhanced protocols onboard the Disney ships.

If you are interested in booking a Disney Cruise, working with an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner is the best way to go! Middle of the Magic Travel is a team of 40+ Disney Vacation planners here to help you along the way! Start planning today!

Your Holiday Foodie Guide to The Walt Disney World Resorts

More holiday magic is making it’s way to the Walt Disney World Resorts! Get ready to deck the halls and enjoy these festive bites at your favorite resorts this holiday season.

Disney's All-Star Resorts

Intermission Food Court, World Premier Food Court, and Intermission Food Court

• Pumpkin Tart (available Nov. 25 and Dec. 25)

• Thanksgiving Dinner – Turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, green beans, and cranberry relish with choice of apple or pumpkin tart (available Nov. 25)

• Playful Penguin Cupcake – Red velvet cupcake, cream cheese buttercream, peppermint sprinkles, and a sugared playful penguin (available Dec. 19-Jan. 1)

• Christmas Dinner – Ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, green beans, and cranberry relish with choice of apple or pumpkin tart (available Dec. 25)

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Disney’s Pop Century Resort

Landscapes of Flavor and Everything POP Shopping & Dining

• Pumpkin Tart (available Nov. 7-27)

• Apple Tart (available Nov. 7-27)

• Playful Penguin Cupcake – Red velvet cupcake, cream cheese buttercream, peppermint sprinkles, and a sugared playful penguin (available Dec. 19-Jan. 1)

• Spiked Coffee Milkshake (available Nov. 1-30)

• Cranberry Margarita (available Nov.1-30)

• Spiked Frozen Peppermint Hot Chocolate (available Dec.1-31)

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

Sanaa

• Chocolate Peppermint Ornament – Ghanaian dark chocolate mousse and peppermint crunch chocolate biscuit with pomegranate and raspberries (available Dec. 19-25)

• Roast Rib Eye – Roast rib eye with jus lie, Tunisian mashed potatoes, green beans with apricot-cranberry butter, and mushroom conserva (available Dec. 25)

The Mara

• Gingeraffe – Gingerbread giraffe cookie (available Dec. 1-31)

• Chocolate and Peppermint Cookie Sandwich – Smoked chocolate and spice cookie with peppermint buttercream (available Dec. 1-31)

Disney’s BoardWalk

BoardWalk Bakery

• Peppermint Bark – Milk and white chocolate with peppermint candy (available Dec. 1-26)

• Pumpkin Cheesecake Swirl Bread – Pumpkin, cream cheese, and holiday spice (available Dec. 1-26)

• Mickey Mouse Gingerbread Cookie (available Dec. 1-26)

• Minnie Sugar Cookie (available Dec. 1-26)

• Mickey Sugar Cookie (available Dec. 1-26)

• Gingerbread Boy Cupcake (available Dec. 1-25)

• Christmas Cookie Box (available Dec. 1-25)

• Root Beer Float Cupcake (available Dec. 26-Jan. 1)

Trattoria al Forno

• Thanksgiving Sage & Thyme Oven-Roasted Turkey – Cornbread and sausage stuffing, sour cream-mashed Yukon gold potatoes, green beans and rainbow carrots with herb butter, cranberry citrus compote, pan gravy, and Parker House Rolls (available Nov. 25)

• Apple Crostata – Vanilla bean gelato, candied pecans, and caramel sauce (available Nov. 25)

• Mickey Eggs-in-a-Basket – Egg-filled butter brioche and classic pastrami hash with choice of ham, bacon, or sausage (available Dec. 19-31)

• Oak-grilled Char-crusted Ribeye – Amarone butter, truffle gnocchi, and balsamic-pancetta Brussel sprouts (available Dec. 19-31)

• Chocolate Cherry Bombe – Chocolate crunch mousse on a fudgy brownie base with cherry filling and amaretto panna cotta (available Dec. 19-31)

Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

Centertown Market and Centertown Market Grab n’ Go

• Apple Tart (available Nov. 25)

• Pumpkin Tart (available Nov. 7-25)

• Christmas Brownie Bites (available Dec. 1-31)

• Eggnog Cupcake (available Dec. 1-31)

Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Contempo Cafe

• Gingerbread Boy (available Nov. 14-Jan. 1)

• Pumpkin Pie Tart – Pumpkin pie tart with cinnamon chantilly cream (available Nov. 14-27)

• Chocolate Peppermint Cookie (available Nov. 14-Jan. 1)

• Linzer Cookie (available Nov. 14-Jan. 1)

• Gingerbread House Kit – Build-your-own Disney's Contemporary Resort Gingerbread House (available Nov. 14-Jan. 1)

• Yule Log – Chocolate peppermint yule log (available Nov.28-Jan. 1)

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

Barcelona Lounge

• Iced S'mores Macchiato – Espresso, low-fat milk and toasted marshmallow beverage syrup topped with sweet cream and chocolate drizzle (available Dec. 12-Jan. 8)

• Cranberry Mimosa – Cranberry juice and blanc de blanc cava (available Dec. 12-Jan. 8)

Barcelona Lounge and Dahlia Lounge

• Hot Toddy for Two – Twinings Discovery Collection Caramel Rooibos tea, brandy, amaretto, and cinnamon beverage syrup (available Dec. 12-Jan. 8)

Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Largo

• Blood Orange Sangria – Our house-made white sangria topped with blood orange beverage syrup (available Nov. 25-Jan. 8)

• Spiced Winter Sangria – Our house-made red sangria warmed with spices (available Nov. 25-Mar. 1)

Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Largo and Dahlia Lounge

• Peanut Butter S'mores Old Fashioned – Peanut butter whiskey, crème de cacao, toasted marshmallow beverage syrup, and orange bitters (available Nov. 25-Jan. 8)

• Mistletoe Sangria – Our house made white sangria with a melon liqueur twist (available (available Dec. 12-Jan. 8)

• Cruz de Galicia – Amaretto, spiced rum, lemonade, and a splash of soda (available Dec. 12-Jan. 8)

• Toasted Espresso Martini – Vanilla vodka, crème de cacao, freshly brewed espresso, and toasted marshmallow beverage syrup (available Dec. 12-Jan. 8)

• Turkey “a la Plancha” – Plancha-seared turkey breast, aged sherry-sage gravy, cranberry-apple chutney, and scallion biscuit with a choice of two sides: pomme purée, sweet potato gratin, elote, roasted cauliflower, magdelana dressing, or Brussel sprouts (available Nov. 25)

Toledo–Tapas, Steak, and Seafood

• Turkey Roulade – Magdalena dressing, pomme purée, glazed carrots, Brussel sprouts, cranberry relish, and turkey gravy(available Nov. 25)

• Mulled Wine Pear Mousse – Orange chiffon, candied apples, almond-leaf tuille, and almond crunch (available Nov. 25)

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Cítricos

• Pumpkin Cheesecake – Pumpkin cheesecake resting on a spiced chiffon cake topped with cassis mousse and a pumpkin seed-ginger crumble with caramel sauce (available Nov. 27)

Gasparilla Island Grill

• Pumpkin Pie Cake Pop – Pumpkin spice jumbo cake pop enrobed in white chocolate to resemble an autumn pumpkin (available Nov. 1-Dec. 1)

• Fall Flavors Cupcake – Cinnamon-spiced cupcake with apple filling topped with a sugar pumpkin and maple buttercream in festive fall colors (available Nov. 1-Dec. 1)

• Happy Holidays Cake Pop – Triple chocolate cake pop enrobed in white chocolate with festive winter décor (available Dec. 1-Jan. 1)

• Very Merry Minnie Mouse Cupcake – Chocolate cupcake filled with cookies and cream mousse and topped with ganache-dipped buttercream with cookie ears and chocolate a holiday bow (available Dec. 1-Jan. 1)

• Red Velvet Wreath Cupcake – Red velvet cupcake filled with cream cheese mousse and topped with a vanilla buttercream wreath and a chocolate bow (available Dec. 1-Jan. 1)

• S'more Cookie – Graham chocolate chip cookie piled with toasted marshmallows and M&M'S (available Dec. -Jan. 1)

Narcoossee’s

• Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake – Pumpkin cake filled with white chocolate cream cheese mousse with brown sugar glaze and orange marmalade sauce (available Nov. 27)

Disney’s Old Key West Resort

Good’s Food to Go

• Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake – Pumpkin Cheesecake, bourbon panna cotta, and spiced pecans (available Nov. 7-27)

• Peppermint Bark – Dark and white chocolate with peppermint pieces (available Dec.1-Jan. 1)

• Gingerbread Cupcake – Gingerbread cake, caramel mousse filling, and spiced buttercream (available Dec. 1-Jan. 1)

Olivia’s Café

• Pumpkin Cheesecake – Pumpkin cheesecake with toasted meringue, cranberry compote, and cranberry macaron (available Nov. 27)

• Chocolate Peppermint Cake – Chocolate lava cake, peppermint snow, and raspberry sauce (available Dec. 24-Jan. 1)

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort

Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory (French Quarter) and Riverside Mill Food Court (Riverside)

• Pumpkin Tart (available Nov. 7-27)

• Apple Tart (available Nov. 7-27)

• Playful Penguin Cupcake – Red velvet cupcake, cream cheese buttercream, peppermint sprinkles, and a sugared playful penguin (available Dec. 19-Jan. 1)

Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

The Artist’s Palette

• Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake – Pumpkin cheesecake, bourbon panna cotta, and spiced pecans (available Nov. 7-27)

• Peppermint Bark – Dark and white chocolate with peppermint pieces (available Dec.1-Jan. 1)

• Eggnog Cupcake – Spiced cake, eggnog mousse filling, and caramel buttercream (available Dec.1-Jan. 1)

• Gingerbread Cookies – Themed to Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa (available Dec.1-Jan. 1)

• Peppermint Mousse – Peppermint mousse, fudge center, and a chocolate cookie (available Dec.1-Jan. 1)

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

Barefoot Pool Bar

• Frozen Martini with DOLE Whip Watermelon – Vodka blended with DOLE Whip Watermelon and a “green” sugared rim

Kona Café

• Chocolate Hazelnut Yule Log – Chocolate sponge cake, hazelnut crémeux, chocolate ganache, rum hazelnut chocolate sauce, and royal icing décor (available Dec. 1-31)

• Mocha Molten Lava Cake – Mocha molten lava cake, pistachio mascarpone cream, and bitter orange marmalade (available Dec. 20-Jan 1)

Kona Island and Capt. Cook’s

• Thanksgiving Turkey Cupcake – Chocolate cupcake with milk chocolate rocky road filling and buttercream (available Nov. 15-30)

• Holiday "Elf" Dome – Vanilla cake with eggnog filling, white chocolate glaçage, and buttercream décor (available Dec. 1-31)

• Holiday Moana Cupcake – Chocolate cupcake, Morello cherry, buttercream icing, and Moana chocolate décor (available Dec. 1-31)

• Stroke of Midnight Cupcake – Vanilla cupcake with white chocolate Champagne filling, chocolate-covered pop rocks, and white chocolate clock (available Dec. 29-Jan3)

Disney’s Riviera Resort

Le Petit Café

• Mickey Gingerbread Cookies – Gingerbread cookie duo backed in chocolate and glazed with sugar (available Nov. 21-Jan. 1)

• Peppermint Mousse – Dark chocolate and peppermint white chocolate mousse (available Nov. 28-Jan. 1)

Primo Piatto

• Eggnog Cheesecake – Eggnog cheesecake with cherry compote and vanilla whipped panna cotta (available Nov. 28-Jan. 1)

• Pumpkin Cheesecake with Chocolate Hazelnut Swirl (available through Nov. 27)

Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera

• Pumpkin Mousse – Pumpkin cheesecake, hazelnut chocolate sponge, pistachio crumble and cherry compote (available through Nov. 27)

• Black Heritage Turkey – Sous vide turkey breast, turkey leg roulade, sourdough stuffing torchon, sweet potato casserole with spiced marshmallows, potato purée, roasted gravy, cranberry marmalade, haricot vert amandine, and roasted rainbow carrots (available Nov. 25)

• Caramel Milk Chocolate Mousse – Chocolate-hazelnut cheesecake, chocolate crumble, and chantilly cream (available Nov. 28-Jan. 1)

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge 

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Lobby

• Gingerbread Pine Tree (available Nov.14-Jan. 1)

• Reindeer Food – Cubes of gingerbread, chocolate stripped pretzels, holiday granola, and candies (available Nov.14-Jan. 1)

• Spiced Moose Cookie (available Nov.14-Jan. 1)

• Peppermint Bark (available Nov.14-Jan. 1)

Geyser Point Bar & Grill

• Martinis Around the World Flight (available Dec. 5-Jan. 8; also available as separate drinks)

• Key Lime Pie – Lime juice, simple syrup, and rum with green sugar rim

• Poinsettia – Brut Champagne and cranberry

• Italian Manhattan – Bourbon, vermouth, bitters, grenadine, and cranberry with maraschino cherries

• Caribbean Cream – Rum, cinnamon cream liqueur, and cream with nutmeg and green sugar rim

Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resort

Ale & Compass Restaurant

• Pumpkin Tart – Pumpkin tart with chantilly cream with a cherry cranberry sauce (available Nov. 25

The Market at Ale & Compass and Beach Club Marketplace

• Pumpkin Cheesecake – Pumpkin-flavored New York-style cheesecake with caramel sauce, whipped cream, chocolate leaves, and cranberry-flavored sugar crystals (available Nov. 1-Dec. 31)

• Holiday Red and Green Creme-filled Sandwich Cookie Bonbons – Mousse-filled on a cookie base sprayed with colorful chocolate (available Nov. 1-Dec. 31)

• Holiday Mickey Cupcake – Vanilla cupcake filled with vanilla mousse topped with holiday décor and chocolate Mickey ears (available Dec.1-31)

 The Market at Ale & Compass, Beach Club Marketplace, and Disney’s Beach Club Lobby

• Chocolate Crinkle Cookies – A bag of three chocolate crinkle cookies with a dusting of sweet snow (available Nov. 1-Dec. 31)

• Trio of Fudge – White chocolate peppermint fudge, white chocolate-gingerbread fudge, and dark chocolate-hot cocoa fudge (available Nov. 1- Dec. 31)

• Plant-Based and Gluten-Friendly Brownie – Chocolate brownies with chocolate ganache (available Nov. 1- Dec. 31)

• Signature Stollen Bread – German bread created with nuts, spices, and fruit coated with a mountain of vanilla powdered sugar (available Nov. 1- Dec. 31)

• Mickey Gingerbread – Our traditional sugar-glazed Mickey gingerbread with chocolate backing (available Nov. 1-Dec. 31)

• Mickey and Minnie Crispy Rice Treats (Sold Separately) – Crispy rice treats decorated with red chocolate, sanding sugar, snowflakes, and chocolate garnishes (available Nov. 1- Dec. 31)

• Peppermint Bark – Dark and white chocolate with peppermint pieces (available Nov. 1- Dec. 31)

• Chocolate Snow Globe – Dark chocolate snow globe with the 50th Anniversary print (available Nov. 1- Dec. 31)

• Chocolate-Covered Marshmallow Snowmen – Chocolate-covered marshmallows decorated to look like adorable snowmen on festive red and white straw (available Nov. 1- Dec. 31)

• Chocolate Creme-filled Sandwich Cookie Pops – White chocolate-covered creme-filled sandwich cookie pops themed to The Little Mermaid (available Nov. 1-Dec. 31)

• Gluten-Friendly Gingerbread Cookie glazed in sugar (available Nov. 1- Dec. 31)

• Gluten-Friendly Gingerbread Chocolate Cookie glazed in sugar (available Nov. 1- Dec. 31)

In addition to all the sweet holiday treats, our Disney pastry chefs have been busy creating gingerbread masterpieces to get everyone in the holiday spirit! Guests can check out all the locations to see these edible marvels!

 Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Lobby

• This stunning life-size storybook gingerbread house with “cinnamon clouds” puffing from the chimney is beautifully decorated with white chocolate candy canes, edible snowflakes, and sugar poinsettias. Treats for sale include house-made Gingerbread Houses and Gingerbread Ornaments. (Nov. 10-Jan. 1)

Disney’s Beach Club Resort

• This life-size spinning carousel is a holiday tradition at Disney's Beach Club Resort. The Little Mermaid is the theme with hand-painted holiday characters, handcrafted gingerbread shingles, and fondant snowflakes. And don’t forget to pop over to the Yacht Club lobby and see the adorable holiday village with a miniature train. (Nov.1-Jan. 2)

EPCOT – The American Adventure Rotunda

• The American Adventure Gingerbread Display – The EPCOT pastry chefs have recreated the Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, and The American Adventure building in miniature edible versions. (Nov. 26-Dec. 30)

(Note: All offerings subject to change.)

Disney Wish Has The Coolest Hangouts for Tweens and Teens

If you’ve ever struggled to find the perfect solution for tweens and teens on your family vacation, Disney Wish has you covered with these cool and hip hangouts.

Older kids ages 11 to 17 will chill and play in their own way aboard the Disney Wish, with trendy hangouts and counselor-led programming created just for them. Featuring all-new looks that combine sophisticated design with youthful Disney touches, these clubs will be bursting with creative design details, comfortable lounge space and high-tech entertainment. Let’s take a look…

Edge

At Edge, tweens ages 11 to 14 will have fun, make friends and play games in a bright, colorful hangout inspired by a chic New York City loft. The club will include cozy furnishings, comfortable niches for solo gaming and movie watching, and a soda bar.

One of our favorite details is the indoor solarium area, which will feature a sunny overhead skylight effect, carpet patterned with fresh grass and daisies, a back wall mural of a bright blue sky, and games inspired by a colorful outdoor city park.

Throughout Edge, graphic art displays known as “photo walls” will provide ample opportunities for tweens to capture cool, shareable vacation pics that will surely be the envy of their friends back home.

Vibe

At Vibe, teens ages 14 to 17 will meet new friends, watch movies, play games and participate in entertaining activities created just for them. Inspired by a Parisian artists’ loft, this stylish space will feature classic architectural elements like regal French columns and paneled walls covered with whimsical pop art murals and colorful graffiti, as well as a traditional French Morris column plastered with Disney-inspired travel posters.

The décor will feature an electric retro twist, with vibrant neon signs and funky pop art throughout, accentuated by a larger-than-life, brightly painted Mickey Mouse statue. Combine all of that with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the ocean, and every angle in Vibe will offer a selfie-worthy backdrop for the trendiest teens on the high seas.

The Hideaway

For the first time on a Disney ship, the Disney Wish will feature a third retreat for tweens and teens: The Hideaway. This hip new hangout will offer older kids and young adults another place to relax, sip a smoothie, listen to music and more in a posh setting complete with a dance floor and DJ booth – perfect for karaoke contests and dance competitions.

The Hideaway will be adorned in a vibrant color palette, retro-inspired design details, a stylized “Hiya, pal” mural and disco ball lights. Adjacent to Vibe, this flexible venue can be opened to the teen club, closed off for tween activities and even reserved especially for guests ages 18 to 20.

No matter where they choose to be, tweens and teens are in for a whole “llama” fun during customized, counselor-led programming designed to engage their unique interests, such as a hilarious new competition themed to the fan-favorite Walt Disney Animation Studios’ film, “The Emperor’s New Groove.” (Boom, baby!) And the fun doesn’t stop there: They’ll also enjoy dedicated activities throughout the ship during special events hosted in Hero Zone, Luna and more.

There will be more amazing announcements about the Disney Wish, so stay tuned for more updates. And if you’re interested in a quote onboard one of the inaugural sailings, simply click here.

Your Holiday Foodie Guide to Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom and Disney Springs!

Season’s Greetings!

It’s that time of year - time for the Foodie Guide to all the yummy holiday sips and bites offered in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom Park, and Disney Springs to get YOU in the holiday spirit. (Don’t worry, we didn’t forget about EPCOT – the annual Foodie Guide to EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth will be shared soon.)

Be sure to stay tuned for the various holiday Foodie Guides to find all the places at Disney to eat, drink, and be merry!

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Restaurantosaurus

• Open-Faced Thanksgiving Turkey Sandwich – Grilled multigrain bread with roasted garlic mayonnaise, cornbread stuffing waffle, sliced smoked turkey breast, herb gravy, cranberry sauce, and a fried sage leaf (available Nov. 25)

Satu'li Canteen

• Thanksgiving Bowl – Cornbread stuffing, sliced roasted turkey, cranberry boba pearls, gravy, and slaw (available Nov. 25)

• Pumpkin Cheesecake Mousse – Pumpkin cheesecake, chocolate “dirt,” and cranberry boba pearls (available Nov. 25-28)

• Peppermint Cream Cheese Mousse – Peppermint cream cheese mousse, peppermint sauce, peppermint candy pieces, and chocolate “dirt” (available Dec. 1-30

Tiffins Restaurant

• Thanksgiving Plate – Turkey roulade, fine-herbs whipped potatoes, maple-glazed carrots, sweet potato pave, wild mushrooms, green bean casserole, cornbread dressing, cranberry gel, and turkey gravy (available Nov. 25)

• Roasted Squash Soup – Ginger-pear chutney, pickled jalapeño, chai-spiced and candied pistachios (available Nov. 25)

• Apple Pie Cheesecake – Whipped caramel cheesecake, apple pie compote, white chocolate streusel, and cranberry sauce (available Nov. 25)

• Horchata Mousse Snow Globe – Golden coffee crémeux, gingerbread sable cookie, coriander chantilly, elderflower meringue, bourbon caramel, and candied pecans (available Dec. 25)

• Pork T-Bone – Apple-brined pork, sweet potato variations, boniato mash, and ginger-pear butter (available Dec. 25)

Tusker House Restaurant

• Thanksgiving Dinner – Spit-roasted turkey, turkey gravy, mashed red potatoes, and focaccia bread dressing along with seasonal vegetables, pork loin, flank steak, and an assortment of desserts (available Nov. 25)

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

ABC Commissary

• Sugar Cookie Snowman – A tasty snowman made of white chocolate sugar cookie mousse, whipped lemon curd, and a holiday sugar cookie (available Nov. 8-Jan. 3)

ABC Commissary and Catalina Eddie’s

• Santa's Belt Cookie – White chocolate-covered chocolate shortbread cookie (available Nov. 8-Jan. 3)

Backlot Express and Trolley Car Café

• Red Velvet Whoopie Pie – Moist red velvet cake filled with classic cream cheese filling and festive sprinkles (available Nov. 8-Jan. 3

The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge and Tune-In Lounge

• Holiday Bliss – Vanilla vodka, sour apple liqueur, caramel beverage syrup, and vanilla ice-cream mix (available Nov. 8-Jan. 3)

ABC Commissary, Backlot Express, Rosie’s All-American Café, and PizzeRizzo

• Frozen Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate – Salted caramel beverage syrup and frozen hot chocolate mix topped with marshmallows and chocolate syrup (available Nov. 8-Jan. 3)

• Frozen Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate with Black Cherry Bourbon – Salted caramel beverage syrup, frozen hot chocolate mix, marshmallows, chocolate syrup, and black cherry bourbon (available Nov. 8-Jan. 3)

Oasis Canteen, Animation Arch Bar, and Sunshine Day Bar

• Christmas on the Beach – Coconut rum, blue curaçao, cranberry juice, and pineapple juice served with a souvenir glow cube (available Nov. 8-Jan. 3

Outdoor Carts

• Holiday Brownie – Chocolate Mickey brownie with holiday sprinkles (available Nov. 8-Jan. 3)

PizzeRizzo

• Butterscotch Caramel Cannoli – Holiday cannoli filled with caramel cheesecake, butterscotch chips, and chocolate flakes (available Nov. 8-Jan. 3

Rosie's All-American Café and Trolley Car Cafe

• Reindeer Mousse – Spiced caramel cheesecake over peanut butter mousse atop a salty pretzel shortbread cookie (available Nov. 8-Jan. 3

Woody's Lunch Box

• Holiday Lunch Box Tart – Apple pie filled tart frosted with cinnamon icing, sugar snowflake, and holiday sprinkles (available Nov. 8-Jan. 3)

Magic Kingdom Park

Auntie Gravity's Galactic Goodies

• Christmas Cookie Sundae – Christmas Cookie soft-serve topped with whipped cream, hot fudge, and holiday sprinkles (available Nov. 8-Dec. 31)

• Christmas Cookie Milkshake – Christmas cookie milkshake topped with whipped cream and holiday sprinkles (available Nov. 8-Dec. 31)

Golden Oak Outpost

• Gingerbread Almond Cake Pop – Gingerbread almond cake pop dipped in white chocolate (available Nov. 8-Dec. 31)

Main Street Bakery

• Mickey Cinnamon Roll – Mickey-shaped cinnamon roll drizzled with red and green icing (available Nov. 8-Dec. 31)

Sleepy Hollow

• Ginger Apple Funnel Cake – Gingerbread funnel cake topped with apple pie filling, vanilla ice cream, and caramel sauce (available Nov. 8-Dec. 31)

Disney Springs

Amorette’s Patisserie

• White Chocolate Peppermint Éclair with White Chocolate and Peppermint Mousse (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Santa Mickey Dome Cake (available Nov. 5-Dec 30)

• Holiday Mickey Mousse Mini Dome Cake (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Holiday Parfait – Bourbon white chocolate mousse, cranberry cherry panna cotta, maple chocolate ganache, and chocolate chiffon cake (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• NYE Petite Cake (available Dec. 31)

AristoCrêpes

• Cherry Jubilee Bubble Waffle – Bubble waffle filled with scoops of vanilla ice cream, cherries jubilee fillings, and whipped cream (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Santa Hot Crêpe – Sweet crêpe filled with eggnog custard topped with chocolate sauce and whipped cream (available Nov. 26- Dec 30)

D-Luxe Burger

• Holiday Turkey Burger – Turkey patty, butternut squash risotto cake, bacon-cranberry jam, lettuce, and tomato (available Nov. 5-Dec. 1)

• “Oh Deer” Cookie Shake – Hazelnut liqueur, vanilla gelato, cinnamon beverage syrup, whipped cream, cinnamon, and sugar dusting with ginger deer garnish (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

Dockside Margaritas

• Snowman on the Beach Margarita – Silver tequila, key lime juice, crème de coconut, sweet and sour, graham cracker rim, chocolate pearls, and carrot sugar piece (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

The Daily Poutine

• Gobbler Poutine – Turkey, brown gravy, cranberry chutney, and cheese curds (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

The Ganachery

• Olaf Hot Cocoa Surprise (available Nov.12- Dec 30)

• Santa Mickey Piñata (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Gingerbread Ganache Square (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Peppermint Bark (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Chocolate Christmas Cottage (available Dec. 22- Dec 30)

Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar

• Venison Slider – Sliders with venison sausage patties, arugula, tomato, and cranberry aïoli on house made buns (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Fried Brussel Sprouts – Fried Brussel sprouts with bacon vinaigrette (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Holiday Lights Deviled Eggs – Colored deviled eggs with tobiko, and shrimp (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Ham and Brie Flatbread – Shaved ham and brie cheese, pomegranate seeds, granny smith apples, apple vinaigrette, and watercress (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Cookies and Milk – Assorted Christmas cookies and coquito (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Lump of Coal Dessert – Cookies and cream ganache "coal" (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Elf Elixir –Tequila, crème de menthe, and half & half with cookie crumb and holly leaf sugar garnishes (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Holiday Cosmopolitan – Traditional cosmopolitan with a shimmery twist garnished with red and white sugar and a candy cane (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Yule Mule – Gin, ginger beer, cranberry juice, and rosemary simple syrup with a holly leaf sugar garnish (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

Outdoor Carts and Kiosks

• Mistletoe – Coconut rum, melon liqueur, blue curaçao, orange juice, pineapple juice, and Sprite (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Fireside Cider – Cinnamon whiskey, vanilla vodka, white cranberry juice, grenadine, and Ginger Ale (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

• Merry Margarita – Tequila, ginger liqueur, cinnamon beverage syrup, white cranberry juice, sweet and sour, and grenadine (available Nov. 5- Dec 30)

(Note: All offerings subject to change.)

Disney Wish is Cooking Up Some Incredible New Restaurants

We are counting down the days until the inaugural sailing for Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Wish, scheduled to take to the high seas on June 9, 2022! The Disney Wish will be allow guests to live their fairytale dreams and experience a cruise unlike any other!

I am most excited about the three brand-new family restaurants coming to The Disney Wish. Learn more about these magical, and delicious, new restaurants below.

Arendelle: A Frozen Dining Adventure

Arendelle: A Frozen Dining Adventure is Disney’s first “Frozen”-themed theatrical dining experience, and we are so excited to invite Guests on the Disney Wish to the Arendelle castle for a royal engagement party for Queen Anna and Kristoff! 

Picking up the story where Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Frozen 2” left off, Elsa and Olaf will host the celebration with catering provided by their friend Oaken’s “Hearty Party Planning Service… and Sauna” and live entertainment by “local” musicians who specialize in Nordic renditions of familiar “Frozen” songs.

Designed in the style of a theater-in-the-round, this purpose-built entertainment venue was designed to bring the story to life, with dining tables situated around a small center stage and all the theatrical bells and whistles. Invisible fiber optics embedded in the ceiling will conjure Elsa’s icy magic, and panoramic windows will magically transform from real-time ocean views to the colorful dancing lights of the Aurora Borealis. 

Throughout the meal, Guests will enjoy live musical performances by these beloved characters and will even get the opportunity to join the festivities with fun table crafts, hilarious sing-alongs and a grand finale that’ll have everyone in the audience on their feet. The one-of-a-kind menu for Arendelle: A Frozen Dining Adventure combines traditional flavors and ingredients from the Nordic region with modern, family-friendly fare. Oh, and don’t forget dessert, where Guests can bet that one of Anna’s favorite foods – chocolate – will be on the menu!

‘Avengers: Quantum Encounter’ at Worlds of Marvel

Worlds of Marvel is the first-ever Marvel cinematic dining adventure, where Guests will play an interactive role in an action-packed Avengers mission that unfolds around them, complete with a worldly menu inspired by the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Cinematic Dining

“Avengers: Quantum Encounter” will follow Ant-Man and The Wasp as they embark on their first public speaking engagement on behalf of the Avengers. Anxious to impress, they are hosting a special presentation of the most powerful Super Hero technologies, such as Captain America’s shield, Iron Man’s arc reactor and Ant-Man’s Pym Particles, giving Guests an up-close look at holographic models, field reports and iconic scenes from Marvel movies displayed on the screens surrounding the room.

The highlight of this special event is a hands-on demonstration of the latest and greatest Pym Tech, the Quantum Core, which uses cutting-edge — and highly unstable — technology to shrink and grow targets at the push of a button. A few “misfires” result in hilarious Ant-Man-style hijinks, but the real trouble begins when an unexpected villain shows up with a fearsome army in tow, eager to get their hands on this powerful quantum technology. Ant-Man and The Wasp will need all the help they can get to save the day, calling on Captain America, Captain Marvel and the brave diners of the Disney Wish for back-up.

Quantum Core Technology

Every table at Worlds of Marvel will feature an interactive Quantum Core, “a brand-new device that can cause objects to shrink and grow remotely.” Guests will assist Ant-Man and The Wasp as they attempt some small-scale trials, perhaps shrinking oversized luggage for easy stateroom storage.

When enough of the Quantum Cores are activated at the same time, the entire venue will become supercharged as energy pulses through the power channels in the walls and ceiling. Outfitted with state-of-the-art Pym Tech and decked out in signature Stark-itecture style, the design of Worlds of Marvel will offer surprises in all shapes and sizes, from a distinctly Marvel hexagonal motif to the various “Easter eggs” and unknown details embedded in the show.

Globally Inspired Menus

True to its name, Worlds of Marvel will take families on a flavorful tour of the real and fictional settings of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with dishes inspired by legendary locales like African Wakanda, Eastern European Sokovia and the Avengers’ home base of New York City. Though menus are still in development, Guests can expect to find a diverse array of globally influenced items and playful nods to the worlds and characters they know and love from Marvel Studios films.

1923 

Named for the year The Walt Disney Company was founded, 1923 is an elegant celebration of the company’s legacy, paying homage to the golden age of animation and offering a tasteful tribute to its Californian heritage.

Combining classic Hollywood glamour with a dash of Disney whimsy, 1923 features two lavishly appointed dining rooms, aptly named for the men behind the magic of the original film studio – Walt and Roy Disney. The rooms are adorned with more than 1,000 drawings, props and other tools of the trade, providing an inside look at the evolution of Disney animation from “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” to “Frozen 2.”

At 1923, guests will enjoy sophisticated dishes designed with families in mind and inspired by the fusion of cultural flavors found throughout the Golden State. The diverse menu will mirror the region’s unique blend of Asian, European and South American cuisines and will feature local ingredients like fresh produce, wild honey and earthy pistachios. All paired, of course, with a superlative selection of world-famous Napa Valley wines.

There will be more updates on the Disney Wish as we inch closer to that inaugural voyage this June! One thing is for sure, the cuisine will live up to the high standards that Disney Cruise Line has set with all of their ships!

If you are interested in booking a Disney Cruise Line vacation, work with Melissa with Middle of the Magic Travel! Our team has 40+ seasoned travel planners ready to help you plan your most magical vacation. Start planning today.

Disney Festival of the Arts Returning Jan 14 - Feb 21, 2022!

The new year will be here before we know it, so now is the time to plan a visit to the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts debuting Jan. 14! This global celebration of the performing, culinary and visual arts runs through Feb. 21, 2022, as part of “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” honoring the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort.

Some very exciting news was shared today! The DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series is returning for this year’s festival, where guests can see some of their favorite entertainers perform Disney songs live at America Gardens Theatre in World Showcase. Stay tuned for updates about the entertainers and schedules.

During the festival, art lovers of all ages can enjoy inspirational experiences, such as: 

• Culinary delights from Food Studios around World Showcase

• The Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine – a fun food stroll featuring five delicious sweet and savory treats

• Chalk artists turning walkways into stunning landscapes and portraits

• Photo ops where you can step into famous artwork

• A paint-by-number mural

• Figment’s Brush with the Masters scavenger hunt

• Performance and visual artists

• Special festival merchandise

EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is available with valid theme park admission and a park reservation for the same date. Check back for more details about the festival as we draw closer to Jan. 14.

If you are interested in booking a Walt Disney World vacation, working with an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner is the best way to go! Middle of the Magic Travel is a team of 40+ Disney Vacation planners here to help you along the way! Start planning today!

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Bookings Open October 28

The inaugural voyage of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World Resort will depart March, 1, 2022! General bookings for this immersive adventure in a galaxy far, far away will open next week, on Oct. 28, 2021. 

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is a first-of-its-kind vacation experience that goes beyond anything Disney has created before. Guests will become the hero of their own Star Wars story during this two-night adventure, traveling the galaxy in style aboard the Halcyon starcruiser and eventually making their way to the Outer Rim for a planetside excursion to Batuu. Guests choose how to make their way in the galaxy – maybe as a member of the Resistance, or by learning the ancient ways of the Jedi lightsaber. Maybe Guests prefer loyalty to the First Order or the excitement of living life like a smuggler? The decisions are up to them.

There will be Lightsaber Training, a Mission Control Experience where the Galactic Starcruiser (“Halcyon“) gets attacked by First Order troops, Interactive Dining, Star Wars Character Interaction, and numerous other Themed Activities and Experiences.

The Galactic Starcruiser is not like a traditional hotel and is set up similar to a cruise ship in that guests pay a flat fee per night and more is included besides just the hotel room, such as dining, entertainment, and other experiences are included.

Here is what is included in the cost:

• 2-night stay in a cabin or suite

• Ongoing, immersive and interactive entertainment, where choices determine your experience

• Food and beverages on the starcruiser (excluding alcoholic and specialty beverages) and a quick-service meal at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo or other select locations at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

• Admission to Disney’s Hollywood Studios for your planetary excursion to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge for one day, on day two

• Valet parking

• Exclusive Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser databand (known on your home planet as a MagicBand)

A sample itinerary is below:

Extras like alcoholic drinks and other experiences are an additional cost.

View a completely interactive brochure on the entire experience here.

Pricing for a 2-night, 2-day stay on the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser starts at $4,809 for a 2 guest room. A 4 guest cabin starts at $5,999, however, like a cruise the prices vary based on cabin type, date, etc. So if you are interested in a formal quote, I am here to help!