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Travel Deals and Discounts for Week of October 6, 2014

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Travel Deals and Discounts for Week of October 6, 2014

World’s Largest Cruise Sale Only this Week! BOGO on Royal Caribbean Cruises!

World’s Largest Cruise Sale Only This Week!

Royal Caribbean Cruise Line: BOGO! Royal Caribbean is offering one of the best deals all year. Buy one guest and the 2nd guest is 50% off almost every Royal Caribbean Cruise! This is the best deal for the World’s Largest Cruise Sale, but hurry. It ends on October 13.
Norwegian Cruise Line: Book a Norwegian Cruise and get cash back! 10% back on anything you spend during your cruise, including specialty dining, spa treatments, excursions and more. Get 10 back during your cruise today!
Princess Cruises: Save up to 30% off select cruises to the Caribbean, Hawaii, Mexico and more in 2014 and 2015. Plus, get FREE gratuities and up to a $50 shipboard credit (based on your cruise). Contact us for more details on this exclusive Princess deal, just during the World’s Largest Cruise Sale.
Disney Cruise Line: Take advantage of amazing deals all month on a cruise vacation. Book a new Disney Cruise for January 3-March 29, 2014 and get a free $100 shipboard credit to spend during your cruise. Must book October 6-13.
Other Cruise Lines: If you have another favorite cruise line, feel free to talk with us! We have lots of other deals available for the other cruise lines for the World’s Largest Cruise Sale.

Disney Discounts

Walt Disney World® Resort

New! Stay Play & Dine: Save up to 30% off your hotel accommodations for a 2015 Disney World vacation. Select dates from January 5-March 28, 2015. This discount is currently available for Disney Visa Cardholders. It will be released to the general public on October 9.
Free Dining Bounce Back Specials: During your Disney vacation, you can book your next Disney vacation at huge savings! The current bounce back special includes the Disney Dining Plan for free. Book your Disney package before you check out and then contact your favorite Destinations in Florida/Destinations to Explore agent for details on transferring your reservation.
Active/Retired Military Rates: For US active and retired military, save money on tickets and resort accommodations through October 2015.
Florida Resident & Annual Passholder Rates: Florida Residents and Annual Passholders can take advantage of great rates on rooms at select Disney Resort Hotels up to 35% off.
RunDisney Group Rates: Are you a runner? Do you want to run a race with Mickey Mouse? Join our VIP runners at Destinations in Florida for some of the favorite races including Disney Marathon and Disney Princess Run. These exclusive rates are only with our agency.

Disneyland® Resort

Save up 20% on Premium Rooms Sunday-Thursday: If you always wanted to try a premium room at the Disneyland®Resort hotels, now is the time. Save up to 20% off the room rates, when you visit during the week days!

Active/Retired Military Rates: For US active and retired military, save money on tickets and resort accommodations through October 2015.

Book a Package for as Little as $89 Per Person/Per Day: Stay right down the road from the Disney Magic at a Good Neighbor Hotel from now through November 21 for as little as $89 per person/per day.

3rd, 4th or 5th Night Free at Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotels: Visit Anaheim during select nights through December 2014. Stay at a select Disney Good Neighbor Hotels and enjoy a 3rd night, 4th night or 5th night free. Contact your favorite Destinations in Florida/Destinations to Explore agent for details.

Disney Cruise Line®

This Week Only! Free $100 Shipboard Credit: October is World’s Largest Cruise Month! Take advantage of amazing deals all month on a cruise vacation. Book a new Disney Cruise for January 3-March 29, 2014 and get a free $100 shipboard credit to spend during your cruise. Must book October 6-13.
Canadian Residents Save up to 20% Off: From November 2014-January 2015, Canadian Residents can save up to 20% off Disney Cruise prices on select cruises.

Special Rates for Florida Residents and US Military: Take advantage of special deals for Florida Residents and active/retired United States Military.

Universal Orlando Resort Discounts

Universal Hotel Discounts: Save up to 30% at Universal Orlando Onsite Resorts this holiday season through December 2014.

Florida Resident Halloween Horror Nights Package: Are you ready to scream? You can now book a HHN Package at special savings, just for Florida Residents.

Halloween Horror Nights Packages: For non-Florida Residents, you can still save money with a special HHN Package from $459 per adult at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort most Sun-Thurs September 19-November 1, 2014.

Halloween Horror Nights Tickets: Pre-order your HHN tickets to save money and lock in your favorite date. These are now available as stand alone tickets or they can be added to any Universal Orlando package.

Cabana Bay Beach Resort Florida Resident Deal: Florida Residents can experience this new hotel from just $79 per night plus tax.

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.
“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 your 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.

Book your family memories today with us!

Would you like a free, no obligation quote for your next trip? Email siera@destinationsinflorida.com today to take advantage of one of these special offers! Plus, if you book any cruise with us by October 31, you will receive an onboard credit!

Enjoy Very Merrytime Cruises with Disney Cruise Line

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Would you like to do something special with your family this holiday season? Do you need a getaway in the hustle and bustle or a break from the cold? Disney Cruise Line offers Very Merrytime Cruises for most sailings beginning in November through December. There are a number of special events and festivities held during each cruise to celebrate the season on these holiday sailings. However, you may not think about all the spectacular decorations in store for your family on board Disney Cruise Line! Watch the video to learn more about what makes Very Merrytime cruises so merry!

Here are just some of the special events planned for this year’s Very Merrytime cruises:

Deck the Deck Tropical Holiday Party, a celebration in addition to Pirate Night, with candy-cane limbo, dancing and games
Tree Lighting Ceremony, where kids can help light the tree and kick off the holiday festivities
Santa Claus meet-and-greet, an exciting opportunity to take family pictures and see Santa and his elves
Meet-and-Greets with some favorite Disney Characters, dressed in their holiday attire
Teen-only and tween-only holiday parties—private celebrations where teens and tweens can hang out with new friends
Holiday storytelling, with new and old tales about holidays at sea and around the world
Themed activities and crafts for kids—decorate stockings, make holiday cards, go on a holiday scavenger hunt and more
A life-sized gingerbread house made completely with edible ingredients—and the opportunity to make your own gingerbread house*
Holiday merchandise available for this event

In case you missed it in the video, here is a recap on “What makes Disney Cruise Line Very MerryTime Cruises so merry?”

124 Holiday Trees
4,473 yards of garland
14,000 yards of ribbon
More than 5.5 miles of Christmas lights
1 jumbo candy cane for a tropical deck party
A one ton King Triton Christmas Tree
Santa shares 300 pounds of gingerbread cookies
650 pounds of gingerbread + 5,250 gingerbread bricks + 320 hours + 220 pounds of sugar icing = 1 life size gingerbread house

It’s not too late to start planning your Very Merrytime cruise this year or too early to start planning your Very Merrytime cruise for next year! Email siera@destinationsinflorida.com for more information or a free, no obligation quote. Plus, you will receive an onboard credit for booking your cruise with her!

Low Rates Available for Late 2014 and 2015 Disney Cruises

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Disney is offering some incredibly low rates for late 2014 and 2015 Disney cruises! You can choose from Bahamian or Caribbean sailings departing later this year through most of 2015! Don’t forget about the Halloween on the High Seas festivities during most September and October sailings or Very Merrytime Cruises on most November and December sailings!

4-Night Bahamian Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $188 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
Available most sail dates September 7 – 21, 2015 aboard Disney Dream
Category 6A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

3-Night Bahamian Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $188 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For September 11 & 18, 2015 sailings aboard Disney Dream
Category 6A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

4-Night Bahamian Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $188 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For November 30 & December 7, 2015 sailings aboard Disney Dream
Category 6A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

3-Night Bahamian Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $188 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For December 4 & 11, 2015 sailings aboard Disney Dream
Category 6A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise (Port Canaveral departure)

From $232 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For December 6, 2014 sailing aboard Disney Fantasy
Category 7A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise (Port Canaveral departure)

From $269 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For March 21, 2015 sailing aboard Disney Fantasy
Category 7A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise (Port Canaveral departure)

From $202 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For April 25, 2015 sailing aboard Disney Fantasy
Category 7A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $155 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For November 9, 2014 sailing aboard Disney Magic
Category 11A Standard Inside Stateroom

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $155 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For November 2 & 16, 2014 sailings aboard Disney Magic
Category 11A Standard Inside Stateroom

5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise (Miami departure)

From $151 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For January 23, 2015 sailing aboard Disney Wonder
Category 9C Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $170 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For February 22 & March 1, 2015 sailings
Category 11B Standard Inside Stateroom

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $187 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For February 22 & March 1, 2015 sailings aboard Disney Magic
Category 9C Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $250 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For February 22 & March 1, 2015 sailings aboard Disney Magic
Category 5B Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise (Miami departure)

From $135 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For January 23, 2015 sailing aboard Disney Wonder
Category 11B Standard Inside Stateroom

5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise (Miami departure)

From $194 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For January 23, 2015 sailing aboard Disney Wonder
Category 5B Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise (Miami departure)

From $145 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For March 1, 2015 sailing aboard Disney Wonder
Category 11B Standard Inside Stateroom

5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise (Miami departure)

From $163 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For March 1, 2015 sailing aboard Disney Wonder
Category 9C Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom

5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise (Miami departure)

From $201 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For March 1 & 6, 2015 sailings aboard Disney Wonder
Category 5B Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

These rates are listed in US dollars and are subject to availability. The above rates exclude government taxes and fees, gratuities, and port excursions.

Would you like a free, no obligation quote for your Disney Cruise Line vacation? Email siera@destinationsinflorida.com today! Plus, you may be eligible for an onboard credit for a little extra spending money during your cruise!

Discounted 7-Night Caribbean Disney Cruises for Spring 2015

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Disney is offering discounted 7-Night Caribbean Disney Cruises for Spring 2015! You can enjoy a tropical getaway to escape the cold winter or celebrate spring break with 7-night Western Caribbean cruise aboard Disney Cruise Line! The discounted 7-night Western Caribbean cruise is aboard the Disney Magic, which was just re-imagined last fall making it better than ever!

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $250 per person, per night
Based on double occupancy
Total price for two Guests $3,500
For February 22 & March 1, 2015 sailings aboard Disney Magic
Category 5B Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $187 per person, per night
Based on double occupancy
Total price for two Guests $2,618
For February 22 & March 1, 2015 sailings aboard Disney Magic
Category 9C Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $170 per person, per night
Based on double occupancy
Total price for two Guests $2,380
For February 22 & March 1, 2015 sailings aboard Disney Magic
Category 11B Standard Inside Stateroom

The above rates are listed in U.S. dollars and are valid through September 30, 2014. However, these rates are subject to availability. The rates do not include government taxes and fees which are approximately $96. Gratuities and port excursions are an additional fee as well.

Are you ready to start planning your Disney Cruise Line vacation? We can help! Request your free, no obligation quote on the right side of the page or email siera@destinationsinflorida.com for more information.

Try Norwegian Cruise Line’s All Inclusive Package on 2015 Sailings

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Norwegian Cruise Line has just announced Norwegian Cruise Line’s All Inclusive Package which is available for 2015 sailings. You can get more than you have ever dreamed of with Norwegian Cruise Line’s All–Inclusive Package. This package is valued at more than $2,400 per stateroom, but you can purchase it today for just $899 for 7–day sailings which means you will save over $600! Plus, you’ll even receive 10% off your cruise fare! This is a true, added-value experience that you can take advantage of with some of the most exciting cruise vacations at sea. It’s always better when you Cruise Like a Norwegian^®.

All–Inclusive Package includes:

Ultimate Dining Package
Ultimate Beverage Package (including gratuities)
6 Bottles of Water (including gratuities)
Shore Excursion Credit of up to $200 per guest
20 Photos, any size
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Bottle of Wine
1 Bingo Session (3 Games)
250 Minute Internet Package
Prepaid Service Charges
PLUS – 10% off your clients’ cruise fare

Please note that Norwegian Cruise Line’s all inclusive package varies in price depending on the duration of the cruise.

Hurry, Norwegian Cruise Line’s all inclusive package offer ends August 29, 2014!

Siera is a travel agent with Destinations to Explore. She would love to help you plan your next vacation at no cost to you. Request your free, no obligation quote on the right side of the page or email siera@destinationstoexplore.com for more information.

Discounted Disney Cruises Available for Late 2014 and 2015

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Disney Cruise Line is offering discounted Disney cruises available for late 2014 and 2015. You can experience all of the magic and wonder of a Disney cruise for even less now!

4-Night Bahamian Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $188 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
Available most sail dates September 7 – 21, 2015
Category 6A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah on the Disney Dream

7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise (Port Canaveral departure)

From $232 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For December 6, 2014 sailing aboard Disney Fantasy
Category 7A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

3-Night Bahamian Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $188 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For September 11 & 18, 2015 sailings aboard Disney Dream
Category 6A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise (Port Canaveral departure)

From $251* per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For December 13, 2014 sailing aboard Disney Fantasy
Category 7A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

4-Night Bahamian Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $188 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For November 30 & December 7, 2015 sailings aboard Disney Dream
Category 6A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise (Port Canaveral departure)

From $184 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For November 15, 2014 sailing aboard Disney Fantasy
Category 11A Standard Inside Stateroom

3-Night Bahamian Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $188 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For December 4 & 11, 2015 sailings aboard Disney Dream
Category 6A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise (Port Canaveral departure)

From $202 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For April 25, 2015 sailing aboard Disney Fantasy
Category 7A Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $155 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For November 2 & 16, 2014 sailings aboard Disney Magic
Category 11A Standard Inside Stateroom

5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise (Miami departure)

From $135 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For January 23, 2015 sailing aboard Disney Wonder
Category 11A Standard Inside Stateroom

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $180 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For November 2 & 16, 2014 sailings aboard Disney Magic
Category 9B Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom

4-Night Bahamian Cruise (Miami departure)

From $130 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For January 28, 2015 sailing aboard Disney Wonder
Category 11A Standard Inside Stateroom

7-Night Western Caribbean Cruises (Port Canaveral departure)

From $222 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For November 2-16, 2014 sailings aboard Disney Magic
Category 5B Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom with Verandah

5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise (Miami departure)

From $150 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For November 14, 2014 sailing aboard Disney Wonder
Category 11A Standard Inside Stateroom

4-Night Bahamian Cruise (Miami departure)

From $140 per person, per night (based on double occupancy)
For January 14, 2015 sailing aboard Disney Wonder
Category 11A Standard Inside Stateroom

Please note that all of these rates are valid through August 31, 2014, but are subject to availability. The rates listed above do not include government taxes and fees.

Would you like to take advantage of one of the discounted cruises? We can help! Request your free, no obligation quote on the right side of the page or email siera@destinationsinflorida.com for more information.

Top 10 Personalities on a Disney Cruise Line Vacation

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There are many perks to a Disney Cruise Line vacation, from visiting beautiful destinations to spending time with Captain Mickey and your family. However, you may develop new skills and strengths, too! Check out the top 10 personalities on a Disney Cruise Line vacation:

Food Connoisseurs

After savoring world-class dining on your cruise, you will return home with a refined palate and maybe even a new appreciation for gourmet food!

Underwater Explorers

You can explore 22 acres of crystal-clear waters in Snorkel Lagoon at Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. After some time here, you’ll be an expert in finding Caribbean marine life and hidden underwater treasures.

Superheroes

Your kids can become Iron Man and receive superhero training from Captain America on the Disney Magic when they participate in Marvel’s Avengers Academy. Parents can even unleash their inner superhero and join in on the fun during the Open House in Disney’s Oceaneer Club.

Broadway Enthusiasts

You can enjoy some of the most elaborate and spectacular Broadway-style musicals at sea which are sure to bring your enthusiasm for singing, dancing, costumes, and special effects to new levels!

Ice Cream Specialists

You will be able to craft the perfect cone after your Disney cruise with the unlimited soft-serve ice cream served every day!

Dance Masters

There’s lots of fun to be had dancing at a celebration on deck, at a family dance party, or in the adult night club. You can perfect your signature move and maybe even learn a new one from a Disney friend!

Detectives

You will be able to solve any mystery after you join the Midship Detective Agency and find clues to catch a villain on the Disney Dream or Disney Fantasy.

Swashbuckling Pirates

Pirate Night brings out your swashbuckling pirate side with music, dancing, tasty grub, and an amazing fireworks finale!

Royalty

You are sure to feel like royalty after you enjoy tea with the Disney Princesses at Royal Court Royal Tea on the Disney Fantasy based on the royal treatment you are given during this magical affair.

Mad Scientists

Your kids are likely to become a mad scientist who is ready to concoct more crazy creations when they join in the wacky, fun experiments at Disney’s Oceaneer Lab!

Which personality best fits you and your family on a Disney cruise?

Thank you to the Disney Parks Blog for sharing the top 10 personalities on a Disney Cruise Line vacation!

Siera is a Disney travel specialist. She would love to help you plan your next vacation at no cost to you. Request your free, no obligation quote on the right side of the page or email siera@destinationsinflorida.com for more information.

Disney and Orlando Discounts – Week of June 6, 2014

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Disney and Orlando Discounts – Week of June 6, 2014

Try the New Wizarding World of Harry Potter Package this Summer!

Summer Vacation Savings

Save up to 35% at Disney Resort Hotels: Are you now starting to plan your summer vacation? You still have time to save up to 30% off Disney Resort Hotels from June 15-August 28. Book today!

Florida Resident & Annual Passholder Summer Deals: Florida Residents and Annual Passholders can take advantage of great rates on rooms at select Disney Resorts Hotels for stays through the summer months.
Disney Cruise Line® Summer Deals: During select cruises in June from June 8-26, you can take advantage of incredible savings! A Verandah Stateroom is running from $280 per person per day plus tax/port charges. Hurry, this discount will sell out quickly!
Florida Resident Deals at Cabana Bay Beach Resort at Universal Orlando: Are you ready to experience the spectacular new Cabana Bay Beach Resort? Florida Residents can be the first to experience this new hotel at special prices, just for you. Rates start from just $94 per night plus tax. This deal is good through June 5.
Universal Orlando Resort 1-Day or 2-Day Pass with Shuttle Transportation: 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 at Universal Orlando Resort: 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.
Cabana Bay Preview at Universal Orlando Resort: Experience Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort with special rates during the preview period of March 31-June 14. Book by June 14.
Eat for Free at Sea World Orlando: 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 Orlando: Book your Sea World Package and kids play for free. You will receive one free child ticket (ages 3-9) for every paid adult.

Disney Discounts

Walt Disney World®Resort

Free Dining Package: Are you ready for free food? Disney released the free dining promotion for select dates from August-December 2014. Book a Value Resort and get the Quick Service Dining for free. Book a Moderate or Deluxe Resort and get the Basic Dining for free. Contact us for more details.
RunDisney Group Rates: Are you a runner? Do you want to run a race with Mickey Mouse? Join our VIP runners at Destinations in Florida for some of the favorite races including Tower of Terror, Disney Marathon, and Disney Princess Run. We have fantastic group rates for our runners, including FREE tickets to the Disney Water Parks (with at least a 2-Day Pass). These exclusive rates are only with Destinations in Florida/Destinations to Explore.

Save up to 35% off Summer Rates: Are you now starting to plan your summer vacation? You still have time to save up to 30% off Disney Resort Hotels from June 15-August 28. Book today!

Florida Resident & Annual Passholder Rates: Florida Residents and Annual Passholders can take advantage of great rates on rooms at select Disney Resort Hotels.
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.

Disneyland®Resort

Book a Package for as Little as $91 Per Person/Per Day: Stay right down the road from the Disney Magic at a Good Neighbor Hotel from now through August 12. Book a package with tickets for as little as $91 per person/per day.

3rd, 4th or 5th Night Free at Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotels: Visit Anaheim during select nights through December 2014. Stay at a select Disney Good Neighbor Hotels and enjoy a 3rd night, 4th night or 5th night free. Contact your favorite Destinations in Florida/Destinations to Explore agent for details.

Disney Cruise Line®

New! Disney Cruise Line® Summer Deals: During select cruises in June from June 8-26, you can take advantage of incredible savings! A Verandah Stateroom is running from $280 per person per day plus tax/port charges. Hurry, this discount will sell out quickly!
New! Canadian Residents Save 20% on Select Cruises: If you are a Canadian Resident, you can save 20% off on the September 1 7-Night Alaska Cruise or the September 8 4-Night Repositioning Cruise to San Diego. This is a special deal, just for you!
Special Rates for Florida Residents and US Military: Take advantage of special deals for Florida Residents and active/retired United States Military.
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%.

Universal Orlando Resort Discounts

New! Wizarding World of Harry Potter Package Announced: After June 29, you can book a new package for those Harry Potter fans! This package includes breakfast at both Three Broomsticks and Leaky Cauldron, along with a lot of extra freebies. This exclusive package is available from June 29-December 31, 2014.
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.
Cabana Bay Preview Period: Experience Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort with special rates during the preview period of March 31-June 14. Book by June 14.

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.

Other Orlando Discounts

New! Shop Til You Drop: Do you love shopping? How about a day of shopping around Orlando? You will make stops at the Walmart (with tons of Disney & Universal merchandise), Orlando Premium Outlets (with some of the best outlet shopping in Orlando) and then ending at the Florida Mall (Orlando’s largest mall.) Lunch is even included and transportation from your resort to these shopping destinations.

Book your family memories with us today!

Siera is a travel agent with Destinations in Florida. She would love to help you plan your next vacation at no cost to you. Request your free, no obligation quote on the right side of the page or email siera@destinationsinflorida.com for more information.

Don’t Miss the Drawn to Magic Show at Animator’s Palate on the Disney Magic

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Animator’s Palate is just one of the exciting dining experiences available with Disney Cruise Line. One of the most unique dining features aboard Disney Cruise Line is rotational dining, where your waitstaff moves with you to each restaurant so that they get to know your family during your vacation.

The recently re-imagined Disney Magic’s Animator’s Palate now has a brand new “Drawn to Magic” show that surrounds its guests in the swirling colors of animated classics and transforms their dining experience into a dramatic story of heroes and villains.

Animator’s Palate is cloaked from floor to ceiling in a classical black and white motif, celebrating the early days of animation in the Steamboat Willie era of Disney’s animation past. There are over-sized digital canvases lining the walls of Animator’s Palate, where unseen artists sketch character portraits in real-time as guests find their tables and make their dinner selections. The whole family is sure to enjoy guessing which favorite Disney characters are being sketched, as their favorite heroes and villains begin to appear on the walls of the restaurant.

As appetizers begins to arrive, pencil tests of Disney characters are displayed throughout Animator’s Palate. Iconic moments from Disney favorites like Beauty and the Best or The Princess and the Frog are brought to life, one canvas at a time.

Guests then get their first taste of color when the character pencil tests around the room are treated to ink and paint. Each of the characters are shown throughout the painting process of animation, highlighting both the traditional cel painting and modern digital art, which offers a unique look into the animation behind some of Disney’s most adored feature films.

Pixie dust heralds the final element of animation, completing the arc from sketch, to pencil test, to ink and paint, leading to the result—storytelling. As dinner begins to wind down and desserts are selected, a grand “Drawn to Magic” finale begins, immersing guests in an animated show about a hero’s journey through Disney and Pixar animation from wishing upon a star to happily ever after.

Disney Cruise Line has explained the Drawn to Magic Show at Animator’s Palate in full detail below:

“The tale begins as the room darkens so that the illuminated digital canvases can tell the story of dreams, featuring iconic wishing moments from films like Tangled, The Princess and the Frog, Aladdin, Sleeping Beauty and more. “When You Wish Upon a Star” tugs at heartstrings, as guests reminisce with the characters, of dreams and wishes.

The arrival of the Blue Fairy from the classic feature film Pinocchio, brings hope—and a dash of magic—to these stories, imparting a rich splash of color to the walls of Animator’s Palate, for the first time. With their dreams coming true, characters like Cinderella, Merida, Peter Pan and more show guests how animation can tell a story of beauty, hope, magic and wonder. Guests soar through the clouds with Aladdin and Jasmine, tumble to Wonderland with Alice and explore a new world with Ariel. The storytelling continues as the walls shift to a lighter, golden color with clips of lovable Disney characters featuring some of their most memorable, humorous and endearing moments. As the stories continue and become more intense, the room melds into more colors, bringing new life to the stories.

The show takes a dramatic turn when these fanciful dreams are interrupted by fearsome Disney villains—from Maleficent to Jafar—drenching the entire room in a deep crimson red for the first time during the show. This dramatic shift in the lighting plunges guests into the story as characters, taking them on a fearful journey of darkness and despair, finally halting when the protagonists have been overcome.

Wearied and worn, the canvases return to their normal state, and the walls become a pale washed-out color—our heroes have been defeated, and hope seems lost.

As with happy endings though, magic, faith—and a little bit of pixie dust—raises our heroes (and guests), proving that dreams and hope prevail. Scenes from classic and modern Disney films play on canvases around the room, as the walls flash with moving watercolor medleys, bathing the black and white room in full color. The celebration comes to life, with a parade of color and “transformed” wait staff, led by Sorcerer Mickey, who knows more than anyone, that wishing and dreams can change everything.

Set to an eloquent score composed by Randy Miller, and recorded at Capitol Studios in Hollywood, Calif., this show features music and animation from popular Disney movies that range from Disney’s classic Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, to the contemporary, with Disney’s latest feature film, Frozen.”

As a fresh take on the beloved dinner celebration, the new “Drawn to Magic” show appears on the Disney Magic on three-, four- and five-night itineraries. Guests on voyages of seven nights or more are treated to both “Drawn to Magic” and “Animation Magic” shows.

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

Air, Cruise, and Hotel Packages Available with Norwegian Cruise Line

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When it comes to a dream vacation, Hawaii is the total package. You can uncover the majesty of Hawai’i with Norwegian’s air, cruise, and hotel vacation package. Available for a limited time, this package not only takes care of airfare, cruise fare and hotel, but Norwegian adds fun perks like photo keepsakes, chocolate-covered strawberries and more. The Hawai’i Package Includes:

Airfare to Honolulu
2–night Deluxe Oceanview Room Package at the Marriott Waikiki, pre–cruise
7–Day cruise aboard Pride of America
Chocolate–covered strawberries in your stateroom
E–Coupons worth over $300
20 complimentary 8 x 10 or 5 x 7 photos
Reduced deposit

You can also take advantage of air, cruise, and hotel packages when you sail on Miami’s Ultimate Ship, the Norwegian Getaway. You can sail away for 7 days to the Eastern Caribbean from Miami and you airfare, a pre–cruise hotel and so much more are all included in one great rate! The Norwegian Getaway Package Includes:

Air Tickets
One–Night Pre–Cruise Hotel in Miami
Transfers from the Airport
1 Bottle of Wine
E–Coupons worth over $300
Chocolate–Covered Strawberries
Complimentary 8×10 or 5×7 photos
Dinner for two at Cagney’s Steakhouse, Le Bistro French Restaurant and La Cucina Italian Restaurant
Reduced Deposit

Would you like to take advantage of these incredible air, cruise, and hotel packages with Norwegian Cruise Line? We can help!

Spreading Magic

Travel Agent Specializing in Family & Romance Travel

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