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Foodie Guide to Disney Holiday Gingerbread Treats and Displays 2022If you've ever been to Disneyland or Walt Disney World during the holidays, you know that the sights and smells of Disney gingerbread displays are the true showstopper. So Disney pastry teams have been hard at work bringing gingerbread holiday traditions to life for 2022. Here is everything you need to know about Disney Christmas gingerbread for this holiday season.At Walt Disney WorldAs always there are multiple gingerbread displays to discover at Disney resort hotels. The biggest and most famous of all is the gingerbread house at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. This life size gingerbread creation features clouds of cinnamon smoke puffing out of its chimney. The gingerbread for this storybook gingerbread house is made from a classic Austrian recipe. The Grand Floridian gingerbread house decked out with white chocolate, candy canes, edible snowflakes, sugar poinsettias, and 25 hidden Mickeys! On the porches surrounding the house, you'll find an 85-pound chocolate Santa, nutcrackers, toy soldiers, and snowmen that have all been hand-painted by the Grand Floridian Bakery team.This year, for the 50th Anniversary celebration at Walt Disney World Resort, the gingerbread displays feature extra colors and accents inspired by the signature EARidescent look. And of course, in true Disney style, you can even get limited edition pins, mugs, holiday ornaments, and treats! Here's what you can buy at the Grand Floridian Gingerbread House: Freshly baked, homemade Gingerbread Mickeys and Shingles, Stollen Bread, Brownie Christmas Tree, and Chocolate Peppermint Bark House-made Gingerbread Ornaments and Gingerbread Houses New items include Gingerbread Latte Whoopie Pie and Hot Cocoa Bombs There are assorted Gingerbread Cookie Bags, Marshmallow Pops, and a Caramel Pecan Fudge Bar There are also gluten-friendly, plant-based, and no-sugar-added treats The Grand Floridian Combo Box features assorted fan favorite treats, including the Chocolate Mickey Ornament, which is exclusive to the Combo Box Shop for Grand Floridian Gingerbread Bakery shirts and more merchandise.At Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, a Life-sized Baby Gingerbread Giraffe and a Gingerbread Baby Zebra will appear (November 23). Starting December 6, you can even purchase a Gingeraffe Cookie to enjoy! At Disney's Beach Club Resort, a gingerbread holiday classic has returned. Since 1999, this resort has been home to the life-sized carousel (and it actually turns). This carousel and its horses are created with chocolate, sugar, and fondant along with hand-painted characters and hand-crafted gingerbread shingles and snowflakes decorating the display. What makes this year extra special is that all the horses will celebrate a different Disney princess.  Don't worry, there are limited edition pins, mugs, holiday ornaments and treats including: Signature Stollen Bread Candied Pecans (Plant-based) Trio of Fudge Chocolate Covered Marshmallow Snowman Crispy Rice Treat Chocolate Mickey Cookie (New)  Peppermint Bark Gingerbread Shingle Chocolate Gingerbread Cookie (Gluten-Friendly) Gingerbread Cookie (Gluten-Friendly) Nearby at Disney's BoardWalk Inn their classic gingerbread creation returns on November 17. It's a miniature, edible version of the BoardWalk Deli. Treats you can buy here include: Mickey and Minnie Sugar Cookies BoardWalk Mickey Sugar Cookie (New)  Giant Gingerbread Mickey Cookie (New)  Gluten-Friendly & Plant-based Gingerbread Mickey Cookie Artisan Peppermint Marshmallows (New)  Carnival Bark (New)  Gingerbread Frost Cocktail At Disney's Contemporary Resort the bakery team is back for its 11th year creating their holiday gingerbread display. It arrives on November 11 at 11:00 a.m. The 50th Anniversary Themed Castle Display is a Mary Blair-inspired castle designed by Walt Disney Imagineers and will feature a brand-new 50thanniversary overlay… and 11 hidden 5-legged goats! Don't forget to check for the limited-edition pins, mugs, and holiday ornaments to remember the season. Treats at the Contemporary include: 50th Anniversary Gingerbread Castle Brick (New) Family Tradition Cookie Box featuring a Coconut Macaron from Chef Jeff's family, a Sugar Cookie from Chef Kelly's family, a Butterball from Chef Amber's family, and a Kitchen Sink Cookie representing all the Cast in the Bakery coming together to bring this display back! (New)  Chocolate Peppermint Cookie Linzer Cookie Gluten-friendly 5-Legged Goat Sugar Cookie (New) Dark Chocolate Peppermint Holiday Bar (New) Hot Cocoa Bombs (New)  Frozen drinks with optional alcohol floaters:  Frozen Coquito with a rum floater Frozen Hot Chocolate with peppermint schnapps Frozen Apple Cider with a fireball floater And there's more:·       At several spots across all resorts there's a new Gingerbread Martini with Absolut Elyx Vodka, Rumchata Cream Liqueur, and gingerbread spice featuring a rim of gingerbread, freshly baked in the Resort Bakery. It's the perfect blend of sugar, spice, and everything nice. You'll find this holiday drink at the Grand Floridian Café, Cítricos, and Enchanted Rose at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Boma: Flavors of Africa and Sanaa at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, Chef Mickey's and Outer Rim at Disney's Contemporary Resort, and dinner at Cape May Café at Disney's Beach Club Resort.·       Also returning this year are pin signings with Disney pastry chefs! Dates and times will vary by resort.At the Disney World Parks·       The American Adventure at EPCOT will have a display beginning November 25. This unique display recreates classic monuments in America and EPCOT with gingerbread versions of the Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, The American Adventure building with Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue, and a Festival Kiosk.·       The gingerbread displays are not just found on land – they're also taking to the high seas with the Disney Cruise Line fleet! All five ships will continue the yearly tradition of having the pastry teams onboard build a unique atrium display on the ships. The Disney Wish will join for its inaugural holiday season with an 8-foot-tall, eight-layer masterpiece. Each gingerbread house is unique for each ship and the Disney pastry teams compete to see which Disney ship has the best house!At DisneylandInside the Haunted Mansion, Disneyland guests will uncover the Haunted Mansion Gingerbread House. The pastry team takes over 20 days to bring this nearly 300-pound creation with three moving elements to life. Starting November 14, Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will be home once again to one of its best holiday traditions – the “Grand” Gingerbread House. This giant gingerbread replica of the hotel is a holiday highlight and a must-see in the lobby. Standing 7 feet tall and 12 feet wide, the structure is created from more than 600 pounds of gingerbread, 600 pounds of powdered sugar, 250 pounds of fondant, 1 pound of pixie dust, and features 25 hidden Mickeys!After taking in the display, you can buy a Limited-Edition Snow Globe Pin featuring Chip ‘n Dale or stop by the GHC Holiday Cart to get holiday treats, including: Mickey Gingerbread Poinsettia Cookie Snowman Cookie Christmas Cookie Hanukkah Cookie Holiday Cookie Box Assorted Macarons (New)  Kwanzaa Sweet Potato Loaf (New)  New Year's Cookie (New)  Rice Krispie Hot Chocolate Hot Apple Cider (Available with Bailey's Irish Cream, Captain Morgan, Grand Marnier, or Rumchata) Waffle Shot (Available with milk, low-fat milk, chocolate milk, or eggnog)  Waffle Shot (Available with Bailey's Irish Cream, Captain Morgan, Grand Marnier, Rumchata, Amaretto, Butterscotch Schnapps, Rumple Minze, Crown Royal Apple, Skrewball Whiskey, Fireball Whiskey, Louis the 13th)  Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes each week.Sharing the podcast with your friends and on social media is also extremely helpful and very much appreciated.Shop 1923 Main StreetFeel free to visit our 1923 Main Street® Disney merchandise shop where we have hundreds of unique and original Disney-inspired t-shirts, leggings, clothing, mugs, phone cases and much more. You'll find everything from 1923 Main Street logo merchandise to custom created authentic Disney-inspired originals, including lots of great patterns for leggings and other items.Contact 1923 Main StreetThank you for listening to the Disney Travel News Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes.Please be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.Thank you for listening and have a magical day!Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic--Media provided by Jamendo

Shannon and Pete discuss the return of Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party this year, the Top of the World Lounge reopening, and new and returning characters coming to Walt Disney World. Season 7 of the My DVC Points Podcast was brought to you by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Store - DVC Point Rentals Monera Financial - Exclusively Financing DVC Contracts Patreon supporters in the My DVC Points VIP Producer Club. Walt Disney World Christmas announcements Holiday joy will unfold at Magic Kingdom as Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party returns this year! On 24 select nights, November 8 through December 22, 2022, this separately ticketed event will invite guests to Magic Kingdom for an evening of merriment. Besides the usual events, Magic Kingdom attractions will get a special dose of yuletide cheer. Holiday magic will once again transform the Jungle Cruise into the Jingle Cruise. And, as an exclusive treat for event attendees, Space Mountain, Tomorrowland Speedway, Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor and Mad Tea Party will all receive a special holiday makeover. Tickets for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party are limited and may be purchased online beginning July 7, 2022. Guests of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels can begin purchasing tickets as early as June 30, 2022. Ticket prices will range from $149 – $199 per person. Event dates are: November: 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 22, 27, 29 December: 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 22 Source: Disney Parks Blog Top of World Lounge Reopens July 11, 2022 Starting July 11th Top of the World Lounge – A Villains Lair is open from 6:00 PM to midnight daily, subject to capacity restrictions and operating hours. Check-in time starts at 5:45 PM. Eligible Members must present a digital Member Card and photo ID at security to confirm accessibility. Prior to the reopening, members staying at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels will have a chance to see the lounge with a hard-ticket event called “Bound to be Bad,” which is a fireworks party. It will take place three nights on July 8-10. Part of Membership Magic, it will feature appetizers, cocktails, and views of Disney Enchantment. Cost is $160 per person - tax and gratuity included. A member may invite up to three guests. Registration opened on June 24th. Please be aware that the lounge may include blockout dates, such as holidays (July 4th, New Year's Eve, etc.) and special event nights. Source: Disney Vacation Club Website New Grand Floridian Resort studios getting Microwaves and Toasters Cast Members are telling DVC Members that the new resort studios at the Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa are going to be equipped with microwaves and toasters in the near future. Guests are able to request them in the rooms in the interim. The indication from Disney is this was a supply issue, but that is contrary to initial announcements about the resort rooms, which indicated no amenities other than the beverage cooler and Keurig single cup coffeemaker. Source: DVCNews.com Disney Wish Cancelled Two Preview Sailings Disney Cruise Line cancelled the first two Preview sailings on the Disney Wish, one that would have sailed on June 21st and the other that would have sailed on July 24th. Sources indicated that the ship is facing a number of challenges and is not quite ready to set sail. The maiden voyage was previously delayed from June 9 to July 14, 2022, due to supply chain issues and the pandemic. Source: WDWNT Narcoossee's Refurbishment delayed Narcoossee's closure originally scheduled for June 18th has been rescheduled to July 14th. Re-opening date is still not known, but expected to happen in late 2022. Source: DVCNews.com, Walt Disney World Website New and returning characters to WDW Disney announced some new and returning characters will begin appearing at the Walt Disney World Resort soon. Mirabel from Encanto will appear in the “Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade” starting June 26th. Minnie Mouse will join Mickey Mouse starting on July 6 in Town Square Theater at Magic Kingdom Park.  Both will be in their 50th anniversary EARidescent fashions. Chip ‘N Dale's Campfire Sing-A-Long at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground will return on July 6 as well. Peter Pan and Snow White will once again greet guests at Magic Kingdom Park beginning July 10. Over at Disney's Hollywood Studios, Star Wars Launch Bay returns on July 17 with meet and greets with Chewbacca, BB-8 or Darth Vader himself. Source: Disney Parks Blog Direct Pricing Increase for Sold-out Resorts Disney Vacation Club has raised its direct prices $15-20 per point for three of its older "sold out" resorts including Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort, Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge and Copper Creek Villas & Cabins. Bay Lake Tower: $265 per point (up $20 each from previous $245)Boulder Ridge: $205 per point (up $15 each from previous $190)Copper Creek: $240 (up $15 each from previous $225) Boulder Ridge carries the earliest end date, with ownership expiring on January 31, 2042 regardless of when the points are acquired. Bay Lake Tower points are valid until January 2060 and Copper Creek runs until 2068. Source: DVC Member website, DVCNews.com My DVC Points is an awesome community of DVC members. Our positive, respectful, and authentic conversations about Disney Vacation Club are designed to help people make informed and educated decisions about what's best for their families. Please join us to continue the conversations on our Facebook Group, Discord Server, and YouTube channel. It takes an awesome community of DVC members to produce our content. We're always recruiting people to help research, produce, edit, or join our shows to share their stories. Thus far, we've had over 225 DVC members on our shows. If our content has been a blessing to your family, please consider supporting our show through our VIP Producer's Club at Patreon.com and join us for the Patreon After-Party from our live shows. Facebook admins and moderators of the My DVC Points Community Group: Sandy Symianick, Gina Grotsky, Shannon Ford, Caleb Allison, and Mary Anne Tracy. "Take Flight" music by Martinrowberry1 on Pond5.

For 50 years, no trip to the Walt Disney World Resort has been complete without bringing home a treasured souvenir – a special something that told everyone, “I went to Disney World!” In honor of the resort's 50th anniversary, guests will discover new merchandise collections and shopping experiences all across The Most Magical Place on Earth. EARidescent Collection In line with new décor seen across Walt Disney World during the 50th anniversary celebration, the EARidescent Collection features a shimmering array of themed fashions and accessories. • EARidescent Spirit Jersey – This premium pullover EARidescent Spirit Jersey features a ribbed crew neck, cuffed sleeves, gleaming EARidescent embellishments and puff ink “Walt Disney World” lettering on the back. • EARidescent V-Neck T-Shirt – Part of the latest chapter of Disney's color story merchandise collection, the EARdescent V-Neck is a shiny new twist on a popular t-shirt design. • EARidescent Baseball Cap – This sporty baseball cap features EARidescent shimmer and a screen art Mickey Mouse icon as the focal point of the design. EARidescent Shimmer Collection The EARidescent Shimmer Collection draws inspiration from the iconic gold and blue turrets of Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom Park, reflecting the festive décor seen across Walt Disney World Resort as a part of the 50th anniversary celebration. • EARidescent Shimmer Collection Minnie Mouse Headband – Glistening with bedazzled gold-toned sequins, the perfect accessory for any 50th anniversary celebration-themed outfit. • EARidescent Shimmer Loungefly Backpack – Blending a classic royal color scheme with modern design through a unique swirl pattern that marbles blue and gold hues together. • EARidescent Shimmer Collection Spirit Jersey – A premium pullover Spirit Jersey featuring a ribbed crew neck, cuffed sleeves and gleaming EARidescent https://youtu.be/GrGj0bBjxBk

The Walt Disney World Resort 50th Anniversary is a time to celebrate Walt Disney's legacy and vision. Walt knew food could be much more than just something you eat, but rather an entertaining, experiential and essential element of immersive storytelling. New food and drink selections for “The World's Most Magical Celebration” honoring the 50th anniversary bring Walt's vision to life in new ways, offering nods to the resort's past while pushing culinary adventures to exciting new places during the event. These include theme park classics and inspiration from some of Walt Disney's favorite meals, along with novel dishes and drinks full of color, whimsy, and a touch of EARidescent shimmer. https://youtu.be/jt2PuO2DZ98    

This week, Nighttime Spectaculars are on the way back to the parks soon, along with a ton of merchandise and food options, Earth Day comes to DCA, EARidescent designs come from WDW, we talk about dining for the spectaculars, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. If you want some DLWeekly Swag, you can pick some up at https://www.dlweekly.net/store/. Book your travel through ConciEARS at no extra cost to you! Be sure to mention that you heard about ConciEARS from DLWeekly at booking! DISCOUNTS! If you want some awesome headwear or one of a kind items, be sure to visit our friends over at All Enchanting Ears! You can use the promo code DLWEEKLY10 to get 10% off your order! We have partnered with the Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground to get great deals for our listeners! Book your stay at the Howard Johnson Anaheim and get 15% off your stay (code 1000022077)! Magic Key Holders get 20% off their stay (code 1000025935) as well! Book now! Need the perfect bag for your days in teh parks? Look no further than Designer Park Co.! Purchase the Rope Drop Bag as featured on Episode 222 and get 10% off your purchase! Use coupon code DLWEEKLY to get the discount. News: Fans of the Main Street Electrical Parade can pick up some awesome merchandise when the nighttime parade returns later this month. There will be a shirt and leggings that have scenes from the iconic parade. This same design is also on a Loungefly backpack, and set of Minnie ears. A dress with glow in the dark accents and a pink sash will also be on sale. – https://www.micechat.com/309935-big-disneyland-entertainment-returns-for-2022/ or https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/04/new-main-street-electrical-parade-merchandise-and-dining-package-coming-soon-to-disneyland/ or https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/04/celebrate-the-return-of-the-main-street-electrical-parade-with-themed-merchandise-and-a-dining-package/ The first dining package to return since the beginning of the pandemic has arrived! The Main Street Electrical Parade dining package will be available starting April 22nd. Guests will dine at the Plaza Inn for lunch, which comes with a meal, beverage, and dessert. Fried chicken, mac and cheese, Mickey shaped cornbread, and berry cheesecake will be part of the package. Reservations open no earlier than April 14th. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/04/07/a-dining-package-is-coming-to-disneyland-for-the-main-street-electrical-parade/ or https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/04/celebrate-the-return-of-the-main-street-electrical-parade-with-themed-merchandise-and-a-dining-package/ The Disney Parks Instagram account teased one of the sections of the finale Main Street Electrical Parade floats. They posted the concept artwork for The Princess and the Frog themed section of the float. The teaser shows a Tiara character on top, with a steamboat, willow trees, the iconic Fleur-de-lys, and more! – https://www.instagram.com/p/CcN4V2lOZUP/ With the premiere date quickly approaching for World of Color, the scaffolding around the projection towers is being dismantled. This means that the show is almost ready for full scale testing before the debut on April 22nd. – https://www.micechat.com/319014-disneyland-news-encanto-characters-heat-crowds/ This week, Disneyland started talking a lot about Bruno with the debut of the Encanto projection show on “its a small world.” The show, which lasts just over 4 minutes, is a fun addition to the nightly entertainment and plays multiple times between 9pm and park closing. – https://twitter.com/dlnt/status/1513773088923561989 or https://twitter.com/dlnt/status/1513775249921396740 This week, Disney released their full list of Easter treats at the Disney parks all around the world. At Disneyland, there are donuts, cupcakes, cookies, and so much more! {talk about the treats} – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/04/full-list-of-2022-easter-treats-at-disneyland-resort-tokyo-disney-resort-and-hong-kong-disneyland/ The treats stand in the lobby of the Grand Californian is at it again with some unique treats! This time, they have a cookie shot! It is a shot glass made out of chocolate chip or double chocolate cookies and your choice of whole, low fat, green, chocolate, or strawberry milk. The inside of the cookie shot is covered in bittersweet chocolate to prevent leaking milk and a soggy cookie. This treat is available for $8. Guests can swap out the milk for alcohol for $16. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/04/09/cookie-shots-and-carrot-cake-dont-mind-if-we-do-disney/ Walt Disney World has been using the EARidescent color scheme for the 50th anniversary of the resort, but Disneyland has now got in on the action! The collection features a reusable cup with straw, with a Mickey pattern for $27.99, a baseball hat with Mickey on the front for $29.99, a long sleeve t-shirt for $44.99, a tie-front tee for $36.99, a youth long sleeve shirt for $24.99, and finally, a youth Spirit Jersey for $49.99. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/04/earidescent-shimmer-collection-shines-at-disneyland-resort-with-spirit-jersey-apparel-travel-cup-and-more/ Last week, we talked about the new entrance that guests staying at the Paradise Pier hotel will be able to use soon. We didn't know where this would connect inside the park, but we do now! The entrance will be between Corn Dog Castle and Seaside Souvenirs. – https://www.micechat.com/319014-disneyland-news-encanto-characters-heat-crowds/ Earth day is coming up on April 22, and the Redwook Creek Challenge Trail in Disney California Adventure is celebrating with art created out of recycled materials. The pieces of art were each created by Disneyland Cast Members each year. Guests can vote for their favorite at Mt. Lassen Lookout and Ranger Station. This year, “its a small world,” Encanto, Web Slingers, and more are featured in the artwork. – https://www.micechat.com/319014-disneyland-news-encanto-characters-heat-crowds/ Discussion Topic: Nighttime Spectaculars / Disneyana Event Disney Parks Blog – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/04/foodie-guide-to-nighttime-spectaculars-at-disneyland-resort-the-magic-returns/ Disneyana Event – https://disneyanafanclub.weebly.com/we-are-back.html

As part of the Walt Disney World 50th, Anniversary Celebration Walt Disney World theme park icons are transformed into magnificent Beacons of Magic, coming to Life with their own EARidescent glow. Epcot's Spaceship earth is among those Icons. As originally promised the Epcot lighting will continue beyond the 50th anniversary as a new defining feature of the park. This is a 45-minute-long look at Spaceship earth during the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival 2022, including the newest addition - Colors of the Wind, instrumental from Pocahontas https://youtu.be/tHewVk62WRw

A Look at the Newest Entertainment at Magic Kingdom ParkMagic Kingdom Park has more favorites returning, plus new entertainment filling the streets and the castle stage as part of the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary celebration.“Mickey's Magical Friendship Faire” is newly enhanced that features characters from “Frozen,” “The Princess and the Frog” and more as they join Mickey Mouse and all his friends in a musical extravaganza on the Cinderella Castle Forecourt Stage. The opening and finale of the show feature a new song and sparkling EARidescent fashions designed exclusively for the 50th. The Festival of Fantasy parade is now back – with not one, but two runs each day! Of course the show features the fire-breathing Maleficent dragon – along with just about every major Disney character favorite.And sharing the same parade route is the recently launched Adventure Friends Cavalcade. It takes over the Magic Kingdom streets several times a day with nearly 30 of your favorite Disney and Pixar friends including Moana, Nick and Judy from “Zootopia” and Miguel from “Coco.”--More Experiences Added to Disney Genie+ ServiceTwo new experiences are now available in Disney Genie+ : Magic Kingdom: Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade Disney's Hollywood Studios: See Disney Stars at Red Carpet Dreams --Connections Café and Eatery Opens This Spring at EPCOTConnections Café and Eatery recently celebrated a new milestone, with the installation of the first of five marquees. While no date has been announced, the restaurant will open at some point this spring giving EPCOT visitors a new fast-casual restaurant and adjoining café. It is in the World Celebration neighborhood of EPCOT.The name Connections Cafe was inspired by the core EPCOT idea of “connecting”– by the common bond we share over food and the gathering of people across cultures.-- Update on Hawai‘i's Safe Travels Program & Safe Access Oahu ProgramStarting March 26, 2022, Hawaii's Safe Travels program will end, meaning passengers arriving from within the U.S. will no longer have to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination or a pre-travel negative test result upon arrival to Hawaii in order to avoid quarantine. However, international passengers still have to follow the travel requirements put in place by the federal government, so testing is still required. If you are traveling from outside the U.S., remember to check before flying.Also, Honolulu's Safe Access Oahu program has also ended, and visitors no longer have to provide proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test to dine on property.What hasn't changed: the State of Hawaii still has a face covering mandate for all indoor locations. At Disney Aulani Resort, face coverings are required for each Guest age 2 and up, and must be worn in all indoor locations, including Laniwai - A Disney Spa, except when actively eating or drinking while stationary and maintaining appropriate physical distancing. Face coverings are optional in outdoor common areas at Aulani Resort.--Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes each week.Sharing the podcast with your friends and on social media is also extremely helpful and very much appreciated.Shop 1923 Main StreetFeel free to visit our 1923 Main Street® Disney merchandise shop where we have hundreds of unique and original Disney-inspired t-shirts, leggings, clothing, mugs, phone cases and much more. You'll find everything from 1923 Main Street logo merchandise to custom created authentic Disney-inspired originals, including lots of great patterns for leggings and other items.Contact 1923 Main StreetThank you for listening to the Disney Travel News Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes.Please be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.Thank you for listening and have a magical day!Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic--Media provided by Jamendo

More entertainment coming to Magic Kingdom Park for the 50th Anniversary CelebrationOn February 11 the new “Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade!” kicks off with nearly 30 Disney and Pixar characters, including Nick and Judy from “Zootopia,” Baloo and King Louie from “The Jungle Book,” José Carioca and Panchito from “The Three Caballeros,” plus Merida, Moana, The Incredibles, and more. It will also include the Magic Kingdom debut of Miguel from “Coco.” The fan favorite “Festival of Fantasy” parade returns to Magic Kingdom Park starting March 9 – the anniversary of the debut of the parade in 2014. It will have two shows daily.“Mickey's Magical Friendship Faire” will make its debut on the Cinderella Castle Forecourt Stage February 25. The show has been updated for the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary and will incorporate favorite scenes from “Frozen,” “Tangled,” and “The Princess and the Frog” – plus a new opening and a new finale with Mickey Mouse and all his friends in their sparkling, EARidescent fashions. It will happen multiple times a day and will include a new original song entitled “Where the Magic Feels Like Home.”“Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!” and “Fantasmic!” will return later this year.Character Sightings added to Disney Genie+You will now find select Character Sightings as new selections for Lightning Lane entry with the purchase of Disney Genie+: See Cinderella and a Visiting Princess at Princess Fairytale Hall at Magic Kingdom Park See Princess Tiana and a Visiting Princess at Princess Fairytale Hall at Magic Kingdom Park See Mickey at Town Square Theater at Magic Kingdom Park  See Olaf at Celebrity Spotlight at Disney's Hollywood Studios Disney Cruise Line Introduces Pixar Day at Sea on Select Disney Fantasy Sailings in 2023Disney Cruise Line has an all-new Pixar Day at Sea on special sailings of the Disney Fantasy in early 2023.The day-long celebration features one-of-a-kind experiences on select seven-night voyages. It will bring to life Pixar tales from “Toy Story,” “Monsters, Inc.,” “The Incredibles,” “Finding Nemo” and more. Themed dining, character encounters, dance parties and a stage show await families on this fun-filled day at sea that caps off with a deck party of incredible proportions.A Pixar film festival, exclusive merchandise and photo opportunities will also be available as part of the new celebration. Other details and highlights include: Character EncountersFrom morning until night, you can dance, play and interact with your favorite Pixar pals, including Woody, Buzz Lightyear and Bo Peep from “Toy Story”; Mike, Sulley and Boo from “Monsters, Inc.”; Joy and Sadness from “Inside Out”; Dug and Russell from “Up”; and everyone's favorite supers – Mr. Incredible, Elastigirl and Frozone from “The Incredibles.”Immersive Entertainment A new nighttime show will call on Disney Cruise Line Guests to help the Incredibles save the day. A first-of-its-kind theatrical experience will bring to life the beloved story of Miguel and his family from “Coco” through live music and puppetry. Families will be able to join their favorite characters for a dance party bash.  Dining Filled with Character A new, interactive character dining experience hosted by Sheriff Woody, Jesse and Bullseye will kick-off the day with sing-a-longs, cowboy serenades and all the country breakfast fixins. A Pixar-themed dinner will have dishes inspired by the Pixar Animation Studios' California locale. Immerse yourself in undersea magic while dining in Animator's Palate with visits from some of your favorite “Finding Nemo” friends, including interactive conversations with Crush. Pixar Day at Sea will happen on nine select Disney Fantasy cruises from January through March 2023. EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Will Showcase Blooms, Tunes, Scents and Flavors Beginning March 2Are you ready for spring? The horticulture and festival teams at Walt Disney World Resort are hard at work preparing for the 2022 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival.  This year's festival runs March 2 to July 4 – a total of 125 days.Disney Character topiaries offer a perfect backdrop for springtime photos with family and friends. A new main entrance display will feature Goofy with a birthday cake celebrating the Walt Disney World Resort 50th anniversary.Horticulture teams are creating new topiaries of the Seven Dwarfs to accompany Snow White near the Germany pavilion in World Showcase. And returning this year are Lumiere and Cogsworth topiaries in the France pavilion as well as Pumbaa and Timon topiaries near Imagination!On the bridge to World Showcase, you can enjoy the sights and scents of spring at a new fragrant garden presented by Scentsy. Surrounded by butterfly topiaries, you can follow your noses to six scent stations—floral, fruity, citrus, spice, woods and fresh—to form lasting memories of unforgettable aromas.The Health Full Trail presented by AdventHealth offers a fun way for families to play and learn how to stay healthy, and Outdoor Escapes Presented by OFF!® Repellents lets Guests enjoy a moment of relaxation, while learning how easy it is to create an outdoor escape of their own. Bambi's Butterfly House enchants you with a kaleidoscope of butterflies showing off their extraordinary beauty and colors.Plus there's the Garden Rocks Concert Series, 18 Outdoor Kitchens and much more.Aulani Resort Guests Urged to Stay Updated on Hawaii's Travel RequirementsThe Government of Hawaii is considering changes to Hawaii's Safe Travels Program. Specifically, travelers planning to use their vaccine status to receive an exemption to the State of Hawaii's mandatory quarantine may be required to be up to date on their COVID-19 booster shots. Please continue to stay updated on the latest travel requirements by visiting the State of Hawaii's Safe Travels website.As a reminder, the City & County of Honolulu also requires that all Guests ages 12 and older dining on property provide proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test taken within 48 hours. Please stay up to date on any changes to our offerings on the Know Before You Go page at DisneyTravelAgents.com.New Post-Cruise COVID-19 Testing Service for Guests Returning Home and New Testing Site in New OrleansMany Disney Cruise Line Guests are required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 antigen or PCR test result before returning home by air. Disney Cruise Line has announced that Inspire Diagnostics, Disney Cruise Line's third-party testing provider offers a testing service for $98.33 USD per person for PCR testing, and $41.40 USD per person for antigen testing.You are responsible for knowing which type of test you need and the window of time in which it must be conducted. Testing is conducted at the terminal after you disembark the ship. Results take approximately 45 minutes to two hours, depending on the type of test.For more information or to book an appointment, visit the Safe Passage website. Information about this optional service will also be added on the Disney Cruise Line Know Before You Go website page.If you are sailing out of New Orleans you can visit the InterContinental New Orleans at 444 St. Charles Avenue, to receive a PCR test. Marvel Day at Sea Returns to Disney Cruise Line in 2023Marvel Day at Sea cruises will again be back in 2023 and for the first time ever the biggest group of Marvel Super Heroes and Villains will be on one ship for epic voyages from Miami on the Disney Dream.The day-long celebration is on select five-night Caribbean cruises, It features encounters with favorite Marvel Super Heroes, action-packed entertainment and Marvel-themed activities for the whole family.  2023 Itineraries: Marvel Day at SeaBeginning Jan. 7, 2023, Marvel Day at Sea will take place on nine five-night Caribbean cruises sailing from Miami. Departing Jan. 16, Jan. 30, Feb. 13 and Feb. 27, 2023, the Western Caribbean itinerary includes a stop at Cozumel, Mexico and Disney's private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay.Departing Jan. 7, Jan. 21, Feb. 4, Feb. 18 and March 4, 2023, the Western Caribbean itinerary includes Georgetown, Grand Cayman and Castaway Cay. Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. 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As part of the Walt Disney World 50th, Anniversary Celebration Walt Disney World theme park icons are transformed into magnificent Beacons of Magic, coming to Life with their own EARidescent glow. Epcot's Spaceship earth is among those Icons. As originally promised the Epcot lighting will continue beyond the 50th anniversary as a new defining feature of the park. This is an hour-long look at Spaceship earth during the Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2022. https://youtu.be/F9icFx-o6wE

Pete, Shannon, and Vicky discuss new DVC direct purchase price increases at 2042 resorts and several entertainment options returning to Walt Disney World, including a new cavalcade and the Festival of Fantasy Parade. N068 Season 7 of the My DVC Points Podcast was brought to you by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Store - DVC Point Rentals Monera Financial - Exclusively Financing DVC Contracts Patreon supporters in the My DVC Points VIP Producer Club. Prices rise on several 2042 resorts The DVC website recently showed an increase on several of the older DVC resorts. See below for the new prices: ResortOld RateNew RateDisney's Beach Club Villas$245$265Disney's BoardWalk Villas$210$230Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort$140$155Disney's Vero Beach Resort$125$140 All of these resorts have only 20 years left on their contracts, as compared to newer resorts like Riviera and Copper Creek that have more than twice as many years remaining on the contract. Source: DVC News Return of entertainment to Magic Kingdom On February 11th, the brand-new “Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade" will debut at Walt Disney World! The new cavalcade will include nearly 30 favorite Disney and Pixar friends, such Nick and Judy from “Zootopia,” Baloo and King Louie from “The Jungle Book,” José Carioca and Panchito from “The Three Caballeros,” plus Merida, Moana, The Incredibles, and more – including the Magic Kingdom debut of Miguel from “Coco” in his mariachi best. On March 9th, Disney “Festival of Fantasy” Parade returns to Magic Kingdom Park – the anniversary of the debut of the parade in 2014! Finally, on February 25th, “Mickey's Magical Friendship Faire” will make its debut on the Cinderella Castle Forecourt Stage. The show is enhanced for the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary celebration and will incorporate favorite scenes inspired by “Frozen,” “Tangled,” and “The Princess and the Frog” – plus a new opening and a new finale with Mickey Mouse and all his friends in their sparkling, EARidescent fashions. The show will also include an all-new, original song entitled “Where the Magic Feels Like Home.” Source: Disney Parks Blog My DVC Points is an awesome community of DVC members. Our positive, respectful, and authentic conversations about Disney Vacation Club are designed to help people make informed and educated decisions about what's best for their families. Please join us to continue the conversations on our Facebook Group, Discord Server, and YouTube channel. It takes an awesome community of DVC members to produce our content. We're always recruiting people to help research, produce, edit, or join our shows to share their stories. Thus far, we've had over 225 DVC members on our shows. If our content has been a blessing to your family, please consider supporting our show through our VIP Producer's Club at Patreon.com and join us for the Patreon After-Party from our live shows. Facebook admins and moderators of the My DVC Points Community Group: Sandy Symianick, Gina Grotsky, Shannon Ford, Caleb Allison, and Mary Anne Tracy. "Take Flight" music by Martinrowberry1 on Pond5.

As part of the Walt Disney World 50th, Anniversary Celebration Walt Disney World theme park icons are transformed into magnificent Beacons of Magic, coming to Life with their own EARidescent glow. Epcot's Spaceship earth is among those Icons. As originally promised the Epcot lighting will continue beyond the 50th anniversary as a new defining feature of the park. That story continued with the Epcot International Festival of Arts 2022 and the introduction of “Rainbow Connection” a new lighting segment featuring the Iconic Muppet Movie theme complete with Kermit the frog, and Miss Piggy. https://youtu.be/LkS7zHEvNpQ

The Walt Disney World 50th anniversary celebration includes over 150 specialty food items across Walt Disney World resort. And of course, Epcot is joining the party, offering ten 50th anniversary-themed specialty Dessert items. I like to call it the Festival within Epcot's Festivals, the Epcot Dessert Festival. These items will be available for the 18-month Celebration so you can get them through April 2023. I had an opportunity to get a close-up look at each of the EARidescent 50th anniversary-themed desserts. https://youtu.be/jF21gerZiJ4

As quintessentially American as peanut butter and Chevy cars, the Walt Disney World resort in Florida is a keystone of must try vacations; with their average attendance of 20 million visitors per year, it's no wonder so many of us share similar stories of magic and wonder while having the opportunity to vacation as a kid again. On this episode we share some of your stories on how Disney has touched your heart over the years and discuss the grand 18 month long 50th anniversary celebration in detail with our special guest Suzannah Otis. ... So pack your bags, tune in, and let the adventure begin!

Join us on this special episode as we sip on a Gold Standard cocktail and reminisce and bask in the afterglow of our epic visit to Walt Disney World for its golden anniversary.

New daytime entertainment is stirring at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, as “Disney KiteTails” comes alive several times daily beginning Oct. 1 at the Discovery River Theater. Performers fly windcatchers and kites of all shapes and sizes, while out on the water elaborate three-dimensional kites – some stretching to 30 feet long – depict Disney animal friends, including Simba, Zazu, Baloo and King Louie. These colorful creations dance through the sky to the beat of favorite Disney songs in an uplifting, vibrant experience for the whole family. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Goofy, Pluto and Chip ‘n' Dale – otherwise known as the “EARidescent 8” – dress in sparkling new looks, custom-made for this special occasion. Highlights of these celebratory designs include beautifully embroidered impressions of Cinderella Castle backed by fireworks, as well as a brocade in multi-toned, EARidescent fabric – all punctuated with pops of gold. Disney characters will also make appearances at Disney Resort hotels, dressed in their EARidescent best. https://youtu.be/zqUxv5dvbSg

Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary, "The World's Most Magical Celebration," has begun. The 18 month-long event brings new attractions, nighttime spectaculars, and other magical experiences to Walt Disney World resort. Shining at the center of it all is Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park, welcoming guests with gleaming gold bunting, sparkling golden embellishments. During the 50th-anniversary celebration, all of Walt Disney World's theme parks icons transform at night into Beacons of Magic, each coming to life with their unique EARidescent glow. Cinderella Castle illuminates Magic Kingdom Park with a dazzling radiance and pixie-dust sparkle. At Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, a warm light emanates from the Tree of Life as fireflies gather to usher in the magic of nature. The Hollywood Tower Hotel at Disney's Hollywood Studios is awash in brilliance, evoking the golden age of imagination and adventure. And at EPCOT, new lights shine across the reflective panels of Spaceship Earth, connecting like stars in a nighttime sky and creating a mesmerizing symbol of optimism. The iconic structure's permanent new lighting will continue beyond "The World's Most Magical Celebration" as a park's defining feature. The transformation takes place multiple times per night, and I can't pick my favorite. Let me know which is your favorite in the comments below. Thanks for watching, and be sure to subscribe for all the latest. https://youtu.be/IW4PXKFjVmM

Beginning in October, Disney World will begin an 18 month celebration of its 50th anniversary!  Guests can expect to see many exciting things at each of the WDW parks, including EARidescent costumes and themes, makeovers to Cinderella's Castle, Spaceship Earth, Tower of Terror, and the Tree of Life, and more.  New experiences with Ratatouille and Epcot Play Pavilion, Space 220 restaurant at Epcot, and nighttime spectaculars are also coming.  Laura Beth and Erica share all the details of what we currently know about the upcoming anniversary celebration to help you make the most of the festivities! Connect with Mouse House Weekly: Facebook community Twitter Instagram Voice feedback: (304) 837-2278

Beginning in October, Disney World will begin an 18 month celebration of its 50th anniversary!  Guests can expect to see many exciting things at each of the WDW parks, including EARidescent costumes and themes, makeovers to Cinderella's Castle, Spaceship Earth, Tower of Terror, and the Tree of Life, and more.  New experiences with Ratatouille and Epcot Play Pavilion, Space 220 restaurant at Epcot, and nighttime spectaculars are also coming.  Laura Beth and Erica share all the details of what we currently know about the upcoming anniversary celebration to help you make the most of the festivities! Read More... The post WDW 50th Anniversary Celebration appeared first on Golden Spiral Media- Entertainment Podcasts, Technology Podcasts & More.

Disney World 50th Anniversary Events Beginning Oct. 1, “The World's Most Magical Celebration” honors the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort, and, wow, do we have some great new details to share with you about this incredible 18-month event. A new nighttime spectacular, “Disney Enchantment,” will help kick off the 50th anniversary festivities when it debuts Oct. 1 at Magic Kingdom Park. Created to launch with “The World's Most Magical Celebration,” this evening extravaganza will take Guests on a journey filled with adventure, wonder and empowerment. Inspiring everyone to believe in magic, “Disney Enchantment” will feature music, enhanced lighting, stunning fireworks and, for the first time, immersive projection effects that extend from Cinderella Castle down Main Street, U.S.A. Joining “Disney Enchantment” on Oct. 1 will be “Harmonious” at EPCOT, one of the largest nighttime spectaculars ever created for a Disney park. This new show will bring the globe together at World Showcase Lagoon in a celebration of Disney music that inspires people worldwide. It's a grand, powerful tribute to the stories and songs that unite us, embracing new technical magic that incorporates pyrotechnics, choreographed moving fountains, lighting and media in new ways. “Harmonious” will invite Guests to travel the globe through new interpretations of classic Disney songs as you've never heard them before, reimagined in more than a dozen languages by a diverse group of 240 artists from around the world. There's also new daytime entertainment stirring at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Check out this artist rendering of “Disney KiteTails,” which will come alive several times daily at the Discovery River Amphitheater beginning Oct. 1. Performers will fly windcatchers and kites of all shapes and sizes, while out on the water elaborate three-dimensional kites – some stretching to 30 feet long – will depict Disney animal friends, including Simba, Zazu, Baloo and King Louie. These colorful creations will dance through the sky to the beat of favorite Disney songs in an uplifting, vibrant experience for the whole family. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will be the hosts for “The World's Most Magical Celebration,” and they'll be decked out in sparkling new EARidescent fashions for the 50th anniversary. As you can see in the photo above, their best pals want to get in on the shimmer, too, as Donald Duck and Daisy Duck, Goofy and Pluto, and Chip ‘n' Dale will be sporting their own custom-made EARidescent looks beginning Oct. 1. Guests will get a chance to see them when they travel through Magic Kingdom Park several times daily in the new “Mickey's Celebration Cavalcade.” golden character sculptures These eight friends will also be featured in special golden character sculptures debuting Oct. 1 at Magic Kingdom; in this artist rendering, you can see Mickey and Minnie shining in the sunlight near Cinderella Castle. There will be 50 characters total in this series of sculptures that will be displayed across all four theme parks. We'll soon reveal more of the “Disney Fab 50” as excitement builds for the big day, as well as the surprising ways Guests will be able to interact with these beautiful sculptures as part of the 50th anniversary celebration.

The Walt Disney Company has revealed new information regarding the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL. The most notable announcement in the new fireworks spectacular at Magic Kingdom, Disney Enchantment. Additional entertainment was announced with Animal Kingdom's KiteTales and Epcot's Harmonious. Beyond entertainment, Mickey and Friends will be donning new EARidescent costumes and all 4 parks will welcome golden character statues, 50 in total.

In today's show, we have news about Cinderella Castle receiving the first piece of EARidescent décor, Disney MagicMobile Service, celebrating 20 years of Disney California Adventure, headline news, meet-ups, trivia and so much more. The post Disney Parks Podcast Show #698 – Disney News for the Week of March 15, 2021 appeared first on Disney Parks Podcast.

In today's show, we have news about Cinderella Castle receiving the first piece of EARidescent décor, Disney MagicMobile Service, celebrating 20 years of Disney California Adventure, headline news, meet-ups, trivia and so much more. The post Disney Parks Podcast Show #698 – Disney News for the Week of March 15, 2021 appeared first on Disney Parks Podcast.

In today's show, we have news about Cinderella Castle receiving the first piece of EARidescent décor, Disney MagicMobile Service, celebrating 20 years of Disney California Adventure, headline news, meet-ups, trivia and so much more.

In this episode, we're sharing all the official (and unofficial) news on Walt Disney World's upcoming 50th Anniversary Celebration, and letting you know how we feel about everything being "EARidescent." We'll also be administering our own smell test for the Pineapple Float candle from Walter & Rosie Candle Co. And finally, we're putting all your favorite snacks to the test in our Side Show: Snack Battle! LEAVE US A REVIEW! WALTER & ROSIE CANDLE CO: Shop Now | Instagram SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts | Anchor | Spotify FOLLOW US: Instagram INTRO MUSIC: Andrew Hunt Need more Disney in your day? Check out our Spotify Playlist!