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9 Unique Celebrations Planned for New Year’s Eve 2019 at Disney World

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Get ready to ring in 2020 with one of these fabulous events for New Year’s Eve 2019 at Disney World Resort. From rooftop celebrations, Champagne toasts, and exquisite meals to fun dance parties and character greetings, there are many ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve 2019 at Disney World in true Disney fashion! To help plan your festivities, I’ve put together this list of New Year’s Eve 2019 at Disney World events happening throughout our resort hotels. And remember, these popular events fill up fast, so be sure to book your reservations now by visiting the links below. More details and pricing can be found by visiting the Walt Disney World Resort website or by calling the numbers listed below. 

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First up, Walt Disney World Resort now features three amazing rooftop New Year’s Eve celebrations – at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort and at Disney’s Riviera Resort (scheduled to open later this year).

Rooftop Celebrations

Bienvenidos 2020! New Year’s Eve at Toledo’s

Celebrate the New Year with an elegant party at Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood, the new rooftop restaurant at the top of Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. This special celebration features a savory menu inspired by Spanish cuisine. Entertainment includes an electric flamenco guitarist who will delight you during your meal with exciting melodies alongside a DJ in Dalhia Lounge who will lead the New Year countdown! And from the windows of the restaurant and the Dalhia Lounge balcony, you’ll take in spectacular views of Walt Disney World Resort with glimpses of incredible Disney fireworks displays in the distance.

Make your reservations online today!

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Mezzanotte at Topolino’s: An Italian Masquerade at Disney’s Riviera Resort

Wear your most luxurious red finery as you step into this elegant rooftop restaurant and don custom colorful masks at this special New Year’s Eve party. This Italian masquerade ball comes alive with an exciting DJ, Champagne toasts, and traditional musicians and vocalists from the Italian Riviera, all while featuring buffet displays, á la carte tapas-style dishes, and action stations where our Disney chefs create your dish right in front of you! You’ll also enjoy spectacular sights as neighboring Disney fireworks displays light up the night.

Make you reservations online today!

Elegant Evening Under the Stars at California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Ring in the New Year at Disney’s Contemporary Resort with An Elegant Evening Under the Stars at the California Grill. Take in a bubbling Champagne toast in a setting inspired by the twinkling lights and lush greenery of California wine country. Be mesmerized by a sleight-of-hand magician, or have your portrait drawn by an artist on hand. Indulge in decadent delicacies as you mingle with a host of eccentric personalities, and marvel at the dazzling view of fireworks from one of the most sought-after lookouts in Central Florida. You might even catch a glimpse of a few familiar pals as they make a special appearance to celebrate the New Year!

Make your reservations online today!

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New Year’s Eve Celebrations Throughout The Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

Countdown to Midnight: A New Year’s Celebration at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

This extraordinary soiree will be filled with sensational cuisine, live music, dancing and unique photo opportunities. The Fantasia Ballroom at Disney’s Contemporary Resort becomes the setting for a sensational evening where you can wander through tempting tasting stations and indulge in an assortment of libations for party-goers of all ages before partying it up on the dance floor. Delight in a stunning display of culinary sorcery and personal interactions with the Disney Chefs as they build sensational bites right before your eyes inspired by Disney signature restaurants from across Walt Disney World Resort. With a live band providing the backdrop, you’ll be able to dance and dine all the way to the New Year. At midnight, celebrate with a toast at a special ground-level viewing area near the porte cochére while you take in the spectacular sights of the famous New Year’s Eve fireworks display at Magic Kingdom Park

Make your reservations online today!

Ink & Paint Club at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

You can book a pre-party add-on for the Countdown to Midnight: A New Year’s Eve Celebration. This special reception is inspired by the iconic Walt Disney Animation Studios Ink and Paint Department. You’ll also enjoy a private area throughout the evening and, after 11 p.m., an exclusive outdoor private viewing of the Magic Kingdom Park fireworks complete with desserts and a Champagne toast. You might even see some familiar friends hanging out for fun photo opportunities!

NOTE: This experience is only available as a combined event ticket with Countdown to Midnight: A New Year’s Eve Celebration. For further details and to make reservations, visit the Disney Ink & Paint Club page.

Pixar Party: A New Year’s Celebration

Take a trip down memory lane to your own playful beginnings with the Pixar friends. From toys and monsters to supers and adventurers, ignite your childhood memories at this exciting event filled with family fun and delicious food!

Located on the second level of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, you’ll find two ballrooms have been transformed to immerse you in the imaginative world of Pixar.

Meet some of your favorite characters, dance with an interactive DJ, go to Boot Camp with Sarge and enjoy other fun-filled activities. You can also chow down on a Pixar-inspired buffet featuring dishes like Ratatouille, white cheddar baked mac and cheese, slow roasted beef tenderloin, crème brûlée tarts and much more. At the end of the night, step outside to a special ground-level viewing area near the porte cochére to enjoy the spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks display at Magic Kingdom Park

This event occurs on Dec. 30 (reservations still available) and Dec. 31 (SOLD OUT). Make your reservations online today

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Disney’s BoardWalk Countdown to 2020 at Atlantic Dance Hall

Tons of fun and a late-night party will be on tap at the Atlantic Dance Hall this New Year’s Eve! Kick off the brand-new year with rockin’ music, tasty treats, and a dash of Disney magic as you count down to midnight. This festive holiday celebration includes views of the Epcot Fireworks a live DJ, party hats and horns, a confetti drop, a mouthwatering light-bite menu with savory and sweet eats, and a complimentary Champagne toast at midnight. 

Make your reservations online today!

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New Year’s Eve at Flying Fish

Celebrate the arrival of the New Year with family and friends surrounded in an atmosphere of elegance as you dine on a multi-course, prix fixe menu created by award-winning Chef Tim Majoras. Seatings are available from 5-6:30pm and 8:30-10pm on Dec. 31, with a sustainable seafood tower and intermezzo included in the second seating. 

Make your reservations online today!

A New Year’s Eve Celebration at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Be sure to check out this incredible opportunity to revel in the festivities while tantalizing your taste buds with a special New Year’s Eve dinner waterside at Narcoossee’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Reserve an earlier dinner time for a relaxed, casually elegant experience. Later dinner times amp up the fun with an upbeat three-piece band and a dance floor. 

Make your reservations to celebrate New Year’s Eve 2019 at Disney World by calling 407-824-1391.

Woody’s Roundup Barbecue Buffet Coming to Disney’s Contemporary Resort for Fourth of July

From the Disney Parks Blog:

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Summer is almost here, and if you’re planning on visiting Walt Disney World Resort over the 4th of July holiday, this event is one you certainly won’t want to miss! Come hangout with us July 4 – 6 at Woody’s Roundup – a fun-filled barbecue buffet complete with great food, familiar friends, and fun times, all from the comfort of Disney’s Contemporary Resort.

This exciting event lets you step inside Andy’s favorite playset to join in on a summertime hootenanny with Woody’s Roundup. Harken back to your playful beginnings along with Sheriff Woody, Jessie the Yodeling Cowgirl, and the rest of your favorite toys! When you arrive at the resort, Sarge will be there to greet you and make sure you’re in tip top toy shape and ready for playtime. Once inside, you’ll be greeted by your host, decked out in their favorite western gear and ready to entertain in true cowpoke style. You’ll also discover that the room has been filled with rustic camp time playsets offering the perfect setting for this summertime bash. Meet your favorite toy pals Woody, Jessie, and Bullseye from the playful world of Disney•Pixar’s Toy Story. Buzz Lightyear will even be on hand in his own playtime zone. Theatrical backdrops, toys, and other fun props will help bring the room to life!

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While you’re greeting with the toys, saunter on over to the delicious barbecue buffet, featuring some of the best barbecue outside of the Wild West. Feast on mouthwatering barbecue beef brisket, low and slow-smoked pork ribs, and grilled boneless chicken with roasted peach coulis, or take a bite out of a fire-roasted vegetable cake served with chipotle succotash. Create the perfect plate with sides including fresh cornbread (served with honey butter – YUM!), sweet cream cole slaw, southern-style potato salad, and grilled vegetables with smoked olive oil. You can also chow down on some warm vegetarian campfire chili or mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette and roasted pepper ranch dressing. In addition, kids can enjoy their own special buffet featuring items like Creamy Mickey Roni Cheese, chicken fingers, and potato barrels.

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And for dessert? Try some yummy salted caramel cookie bars, cherry pie shots, or assorted sliced fresh melon. And in celebration of the 4th of July holiday, grab a patriotic Red, White, and Blue Cake Push Pop!

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While you’re chowin’ down, a rootin’ tootin’ DJ spins Woody’s favorite tunes from a rustic toy set right in the heart of it all. Kids can go have some fun with activities like the Trick Ropin’ Toy, Make-Your-Own Toy Station, camp-style carnival games, and a larger-than-life balloon artist who can recreate your favorite Toy Story characters. And finally, at the end of the night, you’ll be invited out to the Porte Cochére to end the evening with a viewing of the famous Magic Kingdom Park nighttime spectacular.

This limited-time event is happening for three nights only, July 4-6, from 6:15-9:15pm each night at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your family’s spot before it’s too late! Tickets are $149 for adults and $99 for children ages 3-9, tax and gratuity included. To make reservations, you can call 407 WDW-DINE (407 939-3463) and for more information, visit the Walt Disney World Resort website

All menu item and event experiences are subject to change without notice. 

Pixar Play Zone Begins at Disney’s Contemporary Resort on April 13, 2018

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The Disney Parks Blog just shared some incredible news that will take kids to infinity and beyond! An exciting new Pixar experience called Pixar Play Zone will begin at Disney’s Contemporary Resort on April 13!

Starting April 13, 2018, Disney’s Contemporary Resort will introduce a brand-new, playful and immersive Pixar character experience as part of a pilot program. Each night, kids, ages 4-12, will be transported to a world full of excitement and adventure with their favorite characters from Disney•Pixar’s “Toy Story” and “The Incredibles”!

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In Bonnie’s Play Room, children will find a variety of toys. Around the corner, the Living Room will be the center for most of the action, starting with Space Ranger Training where a Space Ranger will teach kids what it takes to become a Jr. Space Ranger of Star Command, including how to identify enemies, like Zurg, and finally, the call of the Space Ranger, “To infinity and beyond!” Then, Woody and Jessie will show them the ropes of the Wild West during Woody’s Roundup – complete with a sing along for a rootin’ tootin’ good time!

Next to the Living Room will be the Radiator Springs Racetrack where youngsters will be able to build their own racecars and take turns sending them down a soapbox derby racetrack for Piston Cup Derby Races.

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And finally, kids will learn some sweet dance moves during the Incredible Dance Party with Mr. Incredible and Mrs. Incredible. What else is on the menu? Arcade games, dinner and dessert, of course!

The nightly getaway for kids, ages 4-12, will open doors for registration at 5 p.m. The experience will begin at the welcome desk, a stop at the “Monsters, Inc.” handwashing station, then Boo’s Closet Door, where youngsters will be able to store any belongings before taking a couple of steps into an action-packed evening of Pixar fun. Programming will run from 6-10:30 p.m. for a fee of $65 per child (plus tax). Children must be fully toilet-trained. Parents will be required to be physically present to check children in and out of the experience.

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

Reservations are now available and guests can reserve their spot at Pixar Play Zone by calling 407-824-KIDS.

Siera is a travel agent with Destinations in Florida, an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner. She would love to help you plan your next vacation at no cost to you. Call her at 734-771-1290 or email her at siera@destinationsinflorida.com for your free, no obligation quote. 

California Grill at Contemporary Resort to Re-open on September 9

The California Grill at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida is scheduled to re-open on Monday, September 9, 2013 after completing months of renovations. You can begin making reservations for this signature dining experience on August 26, 2013.

A major re-imagination has transformed the restaurant into a sleek, contemporary dining experience inspired by mid-century modern California design. The space was designed with warm oranges and yellow hues, reminiscent of the 1950s. Although you may not recognize the dining room, the amazing views of Walt Disney World Resort won’t have changed one bit.

The California Grill menu will offer fresh, seasonal ingredients. For example, their popular flatbreads are back, but Chef Brian Piasecki will also be using the wood-burning oven for creations such as baked prawns with lemon and savory meatballs with orzo. You can also look forward to updates to longtime favorites, such as the Grilled Pork Tenderloin or the oak-fired filet of beef . The sushi bar is expanding with a new omakase menu, 12 courses of seafood without a menu, just chef’s choice. The menu could include ama ebi tempura, lobster sashimi, crunchy Japanese bone marrow with sesame beef tartare and red onion marmalade, or spicy-crusted oysters. California Grill features 250 wine choices as well as 10 varieties of sake and eight kinds of crafts beers and ciders. Plus, you can enjoy one of their signature cocktails, unique to California Grill.

The restaurant will have two new communal tables for 10, which are expected to be prime seating as they are positioned at the north end of the dining room for optimal fireworks viewing. Plus, there are now two outdoor fireworks viewing there– one on the northwest side and another new deck on the southwest side.

The restaurant opens for dinner every evening at 5 p.m. As always, advanced dining reservations can be made 180 days in advance. Plus, when you book your Disney World vacation with me, you can sit back and let me do the work of making your dining reservations for you!

Siera is a Disney travel specialist who would love to help you plan your next Disney vacation at no cost to you! You can request a free, no obligation quote on the right side of the page or email spreadingmagic@gmail.com for more information! 

Discounted Rates for Disney’s 2014 Princess Half Marathon Weekend

Are you planning to participate in Disney’s 2014 Princess Half Marathon Weekend? We have some exclusive, discounted rates when you book with us! We have special rates available at Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort- Riverside, and Disney’s Contemporary Resort!

As one of our guests, you will have exclusive access to special ticket pricing on all pre-purchased tickets, which include one bonus admission!  Not only do you save, but you also get one visit to your choice of the following: DisneyQuest Indoor Interactive Theme Park, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park, Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex, or Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course for one round of golf.

Please note that 2014 Dining Plan information will be available in August 2013.  We will provide you the timeline when you can add 2014 Dining Plan to your booking for 2014 travel dates.

In order to guarantee your room, you will be required to leave a one nights’ room and tax deposit per room requested at the time of booking.  The balance will be due at check-in when you arrive at your resort.

Email Siera at spreadingmagic@gmail.com for more information or to take advantage of this special offer! Plus, we are also offering a special gift for you! 

Walt Disney World Resort Accommodations for Large Families

Do you have a large family who is interested in going to Disney World, but not sure where you should stay? There are options for families of all sizes and budgets to stay at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel. Here are the Walt Disney World Resort Accommodations for large families.

Disney Value Resorts – Sleeps Up to 6 Guests
You can choose from spacious accommodations at 2 Disney Value Resort hotels: Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Disney’s All-Star Music Resort.

  • Disney’s Art of Animation Resort invites your family to stay in the middle of your favorite animated films! You can enjoy spacious family suites that sleep up to 6 Guests and are designed after the films Finding Nemo, Cars, and The Lion King. Each family suite offers three sleeping areas, two bathrooms, and a kitchenette.
  • Disney’s All-Star Music Resort is located near Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park. You can jazz it up in family suites that sleep up to 6 Guests and feature a separate bedroom, pull-out sofas in the living room, 2 bathrooms and a kitchenette.

Moderate Resort Hotel – Sleeps Up to 6 Guests

Spread out and relax in the home-style comfort at The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort!

  • The spacious, secluded Fort Wilderness Cabins each sleep up to 6 Guests and feature more than 500 square feet of living, dining and sleeping area. Plus, you will also enjoy a private patio with BBQ grill and picnic table. The kitchen is fully equipped, but don’t worry about the dishes—Disney will do them for you!

Deluxe Resort Hotel – Sleeps 5 or More Guests
Experience the ultimate in Disney luxury, style and service at a Disney Deluxe Resort! Each Disney Deluxe Resort hotel offers spacious options for larger traveling parties—rooms and suites that accommodate 5 or more Guests. You can choose from 8 amazing Resort hotels:

  • Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
  • Disney’s Beach Club Resort
  • Disney’s BoardWalk Inn
  • Disney’s Contemporary Resort
  • Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
  • Disney’s Polynesian Resort
  • Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
  • Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

Deluxe Villa Resort Hotels – Sleeps Up to 8 or 9 Guests
You will relish the roominess of Disney Deluxe Villa Resort hotels, which include one and two-bedroom villas. Each two-bedroom villa sleeps up to 8 Guests—and up to 9 at select locations—and includes home-like amenities such as a full kitchen, a whirlpool tub, DVD player, washer and dryer. You can choose from locations in 8 Deluxe Villa Resort Hotels:

  • Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort
  • Disney’s Beach Club Villas
  • Disney’s BoardWalk Villas
  • Disney’s Old Key West Resort (sleeps up to 9)
  • Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House
  • Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village (sleeps up to 9)
  • The Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
  • Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort (sleeps up to 9)

Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa – Sleeps Up to 9

The Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa are stand-alone Disney Deluxe Villas nestled in natural forest glens just around the river bend from the bustling Downtown Disney area. The 60 three-bedroom vacation homes—elevated 10 feet off the ground on pedestals and beams designed to blend into the lush wilderness environment—sleep 9 Guests and feature modern luxuries such as cathedral ceilings, granite counter tops and flat-panel TVs.

Would you like more information on your family’s Disney World vacation or one of these great resorts? Email Siera at spreadingmagic@gmail.com for your free quote or more information!