All the New WDW News You Need to Know!

What a Disney news day!!

In a matter of hours yesterday, Disney World released four major announcements... and here is what you need to know!

SPACE 220!

Epcot's newest dining experience had a known opening date -- September 20th -- but today, Disney released more details! Space 220 will offer a two course lunch, featuring dishes like salads, calamari, steaks, and seafood, then a three course dinner with even more delicious servings, including duck! Plus, Supernova Sweets, like mousse, cheesecake, and toffee cake, plus many spirits, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic.

Reservations begin on September 20th, for dining starting September 27th, but you can get in faster than that -- walk-ups to be accepted September 20th thru September 26th!

THE CANDLELIGHT PROCESSIONAL!!
The beloved show is returning and is sure to be a highlight of the International Festival of the Holidays in Epcot, beginning November 26 and running through December 30. This magnificent production will once again grace the America Gardens Theatre with a live orchestra, cast choir, and celebrity narrator retelling the traditional Christmas story in spectacular and heartwarming fashion.Narrators are still being determined, and the choir will be entirely of Cast Members, so stay tuned for details as soon as they are announced!!!

FINDING NEMO: THE MUSICAL GETS REIMAGINED!!

There was a frightening rumor around that Animal Kingdom's iconic "Finding Nemo: The Musical" was going to go away forever... but, Disney came to the rescue to tell us ,"No! It's coming back, we promise!" The awesome stage show will get a reimagining, and will debut sometime later!

EPCOT FIREWORKS DINING PACKAGES!!

You can savor a delicious dinner on a lakefront patio while you enjoy incredible views of Harmonious, the newest fireworks spectacular! You can enjoy this dining package at either Rose & Crown or Spice Road Table, both located in Epcot's World Showcase. The Rose & Crown pre-fixe dining package includes an appetizer, entree, dessert platter, and unlimited beverages, and is $89 per adult (10 and over) and $39 (kids 3-9), tax and gratuity not included.

The Spice Road Table dining package includes two small plates, dessert platter, and unlimited beverages, is $72 per person (10 and over) and $31 per child (ages 3-9), and does not include tax & gratuity.

Both packages available for booking online on September 23rd, and will debut with the premiere of Epcot Harmonious on October 1st

And finally... DISNEY ENCHANTMENT FIREWORKS PARTIES!!!

And THREE, count 'em THREE different ways to enjoy special seating while enjoying the Disney Enchantment fireworks! All parties begin October 3rd, 2021, and reservations available beginning September 17th, 2021

DISNEY ENCHANTMENT PRE-PARTY

Sweeten your evening at Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant at Magic Kingdom Park with 50th anniversary-themed desserts prepared by our pastry chef, a variety of cheeses and beverages, with selections of beer and wine included. Then, before the show begins, Cast Members will escort you to a reserved standing viewing location in one of the plaza gardens with prime viewing of Disney Enchantment. $99 per adult (ages 10 and up), $59 per child (ages 3 to 9).

DISNEY ENCHANTMENT TREATS & SEATS

After a day of Magic Kingdom Park fun, enjoy 50th anniversary-themed desserts prepared by our pastry chef, a variety of cheeses and beverages, with selections of beer and wine included. Experience the fireworks views from the comfort of dedicated reserved seating at Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant. $114 per adult (ages 10 and up), $69 per child (ages 3 to 9).

DISNEY ENCHANTMENT AFTER-PARTY

Like the Disney Enchantment Pre-Party, this experience includes reserved standing viewing of Disney Enchantment in one of the plaza gardens. After taking in the sights and sounds of the spectacular, visit Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant for a spread of 50th anniversary-themed desserts prepared by our pastry chef, a variety of cheeses and beverages, with selections of beer and wine included. $99 per adult (ages 10 and up), $59 per child (ages 3 to 9).

For these events and experiences, plus anything else you need, make sure you call on your favorite Upon a Star Travel magical travel planner at Info@uponastartravel.com

12 Days of Christmas Day 2: ✨Happily Ever After✨

Experience a grand finale to your Disney day with the newest—and most spectacular—fireworks showcase in the history of The Magic Kingdom!! Happily Ever After!!

Happily Ever After starts with a dream… and takes you on an unforgettable journey that captures the heart, humor and heroism of many favorite Disney animated films, including:

• Aladdin
• Big Hero Six
• Brave
• Frozen
• The Hunchback of Notre Dame
• The Incredibles
• The Lion King
• The Little Mermaid
• Moana
• Mulan
• Tarzan
• The Princess and the Frog
• Toy Story
• Up
• WALL-E
• Wreck-It Ralph
• Zootopia

Come experience the magic of these beloved movies firsthand—and be inspired to find your own happily ever after. This 18-minute show features more lasers, lights and projections than any other fireworks spectacular in the history of Magic Kingdom park!

Contact one of our travel experts today to get started planning your next magical vacation!!

✨12 Days of Christmas Day 3: Pirates & Pals Fireworks Dessert Voyage✨

Get ready for some swashbuckling buccaneers! This is a GREAT experience for little scallywags.

First, your party will be able to sample delicious treats & Pirates Punch at Disney’s Contemporary Resort while meeting Captain Hook & Mr. Smee! Then, you will parade to the dock to set sail on a journey of the Seven Seas Lagoon while singing pirate songs & learning Disney trivia. 

Next, you will have an amazing view of the Happily Ever After Fireworks exploding over Cinderella Castle AND be able to view the Electric Water Pageant, a whimsical parade of barges floating through the water lit up with colorful lights & shapes. 

While journeying back to the dock, listen to tales of pirate adventures and wait until you meet the surprise guest waiting for you on shore!

Contact your Upon a Star agent to book this special voyage with your Walt Disney World vacation package!

Down in New Orleans: A Disney New Year’s Eve Experience

Ring in the New Year Down in New Orleans! Check out the newest experience: Down in New Orleans: A Disney New Year’s Dining Experience inspired by the New Orleans French Quarter and Disney’s “The Princess and the Frog.” 

You will arrive at the Sorcerer’s Apprentice Ballroom of Disney’s Contemporary Resort and will be surrounded by beautiful French Quarter-inspired décor and yummy food stations that will immerse your senses in unique and extraordinary flavors, such as smoked salmon mousse cones and oyster beignets -- fried right before your eyes. Then, when dinner time comes, you will be guided to a premier dining destination for the main course of the night where you will be welcomed by art-adorned walls with visions of New Orleans.

Take in the rich scents and vibrant flavors as you and your family enjoy herb-crusted Louisiana redfish, crayfish étouffé, Black Angus beef, braised short ribs and roast filet of beef with truffled celery root silk, all while enjoying the authentic sounds of a live jazz band.

At the end of your fun filled evening, a spirited vocalist will join the band and bring the classic sounds of Disney’s “Princess and the Frod” by legendary composer Randy Newman to life.  Not long after you will be ushered to a private viewing area near the Porte Cochére, for champagne and the unforgettable sights of the world-famous fireworks at Magic Kingdom® Park to ring in the new year! 

What a beautiful way to welcome 2018 and it’s sure to be a night you’ll remember. This amazing event will take place on Dec. 31, 2017, from 7 p.m. to 12:15 a.m. at Disney’s Contemporary Resort and will feature restaurant-style reserved seating. If you would like to add this one-of a-kind experience to your next trip contact our experts today! This will fill up fast! 

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Highway in the Sky Dine Around-More dates available now!

More dates for Highway in the Sky Dine Around have been announced!

This exciting culinary journey on the Walt Disney World Monorail takes you to three Disney resort hotels, where each destination offers a new delicious experience. Your journey starts with appetizers and cocktails at The Wave…of American Flavors at Disney’s Contemporary Resort.

Next, you will travel to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to delight in dishes inspired by the South Pacific. And then, it’s off to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa where you are invited to sit back, sip champagne and enjoy an artisanal selection of cheeses or charcuterie before enjoying the main course of their trip at Cítricos.

The final stop on your culinary  journey takes you back to Disney’s Contemporary Resort where you’ll retire to a private patio to enjoy a delectable array of desserts, cordials and coffee. Here, your Clients will be able watch in wonder as fireworks light up the night sky over Cinderella Castle for the grand finale of your adventure.

Reservations are available until the end of December! These spots will fill up fast! Contact your Upon A Star expert today to reserve your spot today!

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