Saturday, April 21, 2012

Magical Travel Opens a Retail Location

     Magical Travel now has a retail location. Stop in and see us at 802 Burmont Road in Drexel Hill PA. We have been helping people plan magical Disney vacations since 2001. Back in 2003 Magical Travel was specially designated as an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner by Disney. Our agents have extensive knowledge of the Walt Disney World© Resort, Disneyland© Resort, Disney Cruise Line©, Adventures by Disney, Aulani, Disney Theme Parks, resort hotels, dining, recreation and other magical amenities. We are ready to help you get the most out of your vacation. Magical Travel can help you customize a Disney vacation that is just right for you, your family and your budget. Being an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner gives us a distinction which can make a real difference for you. Plus our services are always free!

      Magical Travel started as a home-based business specializing in Disney vacations and has grown to over 25 agents across the country and now has a location for you to visit. Our staff is ready to help you plan your next Disney destination vacation no matter where you are located. So contact us and get your Disney vacation started today.

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Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, is listed in both the “New Hotel” and “Spa” categories of the Condé Nast Traveler Hot List of 2012, scheduled to appear in the May print issue of the magazine. Aulani is the only resort in Hawai'i to make the list.

Conde Nast Traveler's 16th annual May Hot List issue is the ultimate insider's guide to the hottest new hotels, spas and restaurants of the year. Of the thousands of new properties that opened in the last year, Conde Nast Traveler's editors traveled to 49 countries to visit 172 new hotels, evaluating each on a standard set of criteria including service, food, atmosphere and amenities.


Contact Magical Travel to book your vacation to Aulani at 1-866-207-8387.



Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Walt Disney World - Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

The newest Resort hotel at the Walt Disney World® Resort, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, is now available for bookings!

This value property consists primarily of family suites that immerse you into the magical worlds of classic Disney and Disney•Pixar films.

The wings dedicated to popular films “Cars,” “The Lion King,” and “The Little Mermaid” will now be opening sooner than initially planned. Here’s the official schedule:

• “Finding Nemo” (Grand opening) – Opens May 31
• “Cars” – Opens June 18
• “Lion King” – Opens August 10
• “Little Mermaid” – Opens September 15

The three-story resort will immediately put you into the worlds of your favorite Disney characters and animated films – book your vacation right away for the best availability! Contact Magical Travel at 1-866-207-8387 or visit us at www.magicaltravel.com


Friday, March 2, 2012

Disney Fantasy Christening Night 3/1/12

We arrived at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal Pier 88 around 6pm.  My husband and I took a picture in front of the Fantasy Christening sign before we boarded the ship. When we boarded the ship we stayed in the atrium; champagne was flowing. Hors d’oeuvres were being served. Everyone was asked around 6:45pm to proceed to the Walt Disney Theatre.   

The Entertainment Showcase started with Neil Patrick Harris who was our host.  He sung spoofs of Disney tunes, danced and told jokes.  He really is an all-around performer.  Loved him!
  

Then we had another surprise…..Jerry Seinfeld was introduced.   He did a stand-up routine. Jerry is still very funny and relatable.  Loved him!

Heather Headley sung three Disney love songs. She originated the role of Nala in The Lion King, the Broadway musical. You can tell why she is a Tony Award Winner. Loved her!


After the show we moved back to the Atrium for the actual Christening.  Disney CEO Bob Iger, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs and Mickey introduced Mariah Carey as the Godmother of the Fantasy.  On the outside was Mariah Carey’s
husband Nick Cannon and Minnie Mouse.  They broke a bottle of champagne against the ship’s hull.

Around 8:15pm we were directed to our dining locations.  Travel partners dined in the Royal Court.  We enjoyed an Appetizer Sampler of Lobster and Shrimp, Smoked Salmon Tartare and Ahi Tuna with Avocado.   We had a choice of Entrees which included Mushrooms-Glazed Portobello, Crispy Roasted Duck Breast, Pan-Seared Sea Bass, Oregano Parmesan Crusted Rack of Lamb or the Angus Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Lobster Tail.  Everyone at our table chose the Beef and Lobster Tail.  It was tasty and cooked just right.  For dessert we had a Sweet Temptation Trio: Mini Lava Cake, Celebration Cake and a Tahitian Vanilla Crème Brulee.

After dinner we enjoyed the Europa Entertainment District until 11:30pm.  The Europa Entertainment District which is only for adults consists of La Piazza a Italian themed lounge,  O’Gills Pub the Irish bar,  Ooh La La a lounge with a French boudoir motif, Skyline a cocktail lounge with views of the world’s most famous cities. And of course…the Tube nightclub that is sure to get you up and dancing. 

We were treated to a royal night on the Fantasy! 

You will also be enchanted with the Fantasy!  To book your Disney Cruise Vacation now call Magical Travel at 1-866-207-8387.     

Sunday, February 19, 2012

The Fantasy is on it's way to the United States!

The newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line® fleet is on its way home! Disney Fantasy set sail from Germany on Feb. 16, beginning a historic voyage across the Atlantic and stopping in New York and then down the Eastern Seaboard before reaching its homeport in Florida.  The Fantasy will be christened in New York on March 1st.  Magical Travel will be there for all the Christening festivities. 


Check out ome of the new highlights found on the Disney Fantasy which include:
  • Europa - a nighttime entertainment district exclusively for guests 18 and older that features sophisticated bars and trendy lounges inspired by the very best in European travel.
  • A new, innovative show for the Animator's Palate restaurant where diners will serve as guest animators. During the "Animation Magic" show guests are asked to hand-draw a character of their own at the start of dinner. After an entertaining show featuring montages from Disney animated films and shorts, guests prepare for a whimsical finale moment where the guest-drawn characters spring to life and interact with characters from beloved Disney animated classics.
  • At Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique aspiring young princesses and pirates receive the full fairy tale treatment with pixie-dusted and piratical makeovers at this very special salon.
  • A new ship means new main stage entertainment at the Walt Disney Theatre:
    • "Wishes" is a spectacular production debuting on the Disney Fantasy. This signature show is a 45-minute musical journey about three best friends who discover that the secret to being a grown up is staying connected to their inner child. Full-scale production numbers and special effects bring excitement to the stage as the cast of "Wishes" performs original songs and classic Disney tunes with a contemporary twist.
    • New to Disney Cruise Line®, "Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular" takes the stage on the Disney Fantasy. During this Broadway-style production, guests laugh along with the wise-cracking Genie and the cast from the classic animated Disney film, "Aladdin."
    • "A Fantasy Come True" is a 45-minute high energy, multimedia, musical production that follows one family's journey as they discover the amazing experiences and enchanting surprises that await them aboard the Disney Fantasy. Ultimately, they learn that the greatest experience the ship has to offer is the opportunity to make memories together as a family that will last a lifetime.
    • "An Unforgettable Journey," is a 45-minute musical production that celebrates the extraordinary journey guests experienced onboard the Disney Fantasy. This farewell show highlights the memorable moments and distinctly Disney touches through the words and wisdom of the man himself - Walt Disney. Walt Disney quotes, audio and video clips connect the guests' experiences to the man who started it all.
  • Guests can splash and play in the AquaLab - a brand-new water play area on deck 12, near the entrance to the AquaDuck water coaster. Families can frolic among pop jets, geysers and bubblers in this fun and fanciful 1,800-square-foot space. As the story goes, AquaLab was created by Donald Duck's nephews, Huey, Dewey and Louie, and features a variety of water "experiments" designed to drench the whole family.
  • The Disney Fantasy features another new area for guests of all ages to cool off. On deck 12 forward, a wading pool with a fountain water feature, ample seating and lounge chairs under canopy offer a respite in the shade.
  • In addition to Quiet Cove Pool and Cove Bar on the Disney Fantasy, a new adult-exclusive area offers a retreat on the upper decks for guests 18 and older. At Satellite Sun Deck on deck 13 forward a brand-new water feature called Satellite Falls is a circular splash pool with benches and a gently falling rain curtain that provides cool comfort. Around this upper deck, adult guests can soak up the sun in loungers or relax in the shade under a canopy.
  • The Muppets make their debut on Disney Cruise Line in a brand-new adventure game aboard the ship. In "The Case of the Stolen Show," Guests set out on an interactive quest to help a cast of more than 20 Muppets find their missing show prop.



Saturday, February 4, 2012

Disney Cruise Line Ships Ranked No. 1 by Condé Nast Traveler Readers

    

The Disney Magic recently earned the distinction of being ranked the No.1 Large Cruise Ship by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine. The Disney Dream and Disney Wonder also were honored, tying for second place in this category.

These results are based on thousands of votes received in the magazine’s annual “Top 100 Cruise Ships in the World” reader’s survey. The Disney Magic also earned top honors for the “shore excursions” and “crew/service” categories of the survey, and the Disney Dream earned accolades for having the best “activities/facilities.”


Thursday, February 2, 2012

Epcot International Flower and Garden Fesitval

Epcot® International Flower &
Garden Festival

Amid a colorful tableau of flowers, plants and topiaries, Walt Disney World® guests of all ages can explore myriad exhibits and activities geared toward gardening and outdoor fun. Weekend Flower Power concerts will pump up the volume and spread a groovy vibe at America Gardens Theatre in World Showcase.

Event Dates: March 7 - May 20, 2012
Event Tickets: Admission to Epcot® required.

Festival Highlights
Toy Story 3 Topiary
- Presented by Disney·Pixar - Main Entrance
Don't miss Buzz, Woody and Lotso as they come out of the Toy Story 3 toy box as topiaries. The newest living sculptures at the Festival and the newest Disney·Pixar movie take you to infinity and beyond.

Pixie Hollow Fairy Garden - Presented by Tinker Bell and the Pixie Hollow Games - Test Track Walkway
Take flight into the garden world of Pixie Hollow and see some of your favorite fairies presented in topiary. Play structures designed for ages 2 -5.

Bambi's Butterfly House - Presented by HGTV - Imagination Walkway
Experience a Festival favorite, now, more than double the size! Wander among hundreds of native butterflies and see some of your favorite characters from Bambi, presented in topiary. Join us as we celebrate the release of Bambi Diamond Edition, the timeless classic now for the very first time on Blu-ray™ Hi-Def.

Healthy Living Garden - Presented by Syngenta - Imagination Walkway
Experience fun activities that can help lead to improved health and well-being.

Winnie the Pooh Topiary - Presented by The Pooh Movie - Coming to Theaters this Summer
Between Future World & World Showcase
Take a glimpse into the Hundred Acre Wood with Winnie-the-Pooh, Tigger and Friends in a stunning display of topiary show gardens. Vibrant varieties of striking wild flower combinations make this a "must see" of the Festival.

Beauty and the Beast Topiary Gardens - Presented by Beauty & The Beast Diamond Edition
France Pavilion
Be our guest and see some of your favorite characters from Beauty & The Beast come to spectacular life in this stunning floral garden of topiaries and colorful arrays of flowers and foliage. Join the beloved Belle and Beast in a dance of manicured landscape and magical gardens.

The Art of Green Living - Adjacent to the Morocco Pavilion - Presented by FNGLA
Discover how you can create an environmentally friendly, low-input garden of your own as you explore this unique garden.

Flower Power Concert Series* - The America Gardens Theatre
Friday, Saturday & Sunday - 5:15, 6:30 & 7:45 pm
Jose Feliciano
Starship starring Mickey Thomas
The Guess Who
The Spinners
Chubby Checker & the Wildcats
Paul Revere & the Raiders
The Turtles Featuring Flo & Eddie
Chuck Negron, formerly of Three Dog Night
The Orchestra Starring Former Members of ELO
Herman's Hermits Starring Peter Noone
Davy Jones
Mar. 9 - 11
Mar. 16 - 18
Mar. 23 - 25
Mar. 30 - Apr. 1
Apr. 6 - 8
Apr. 13 - 15
Apr. 20 - 22
Apr. 27 - 29
May 4 - 6
May 11 - 13
May 18 – 20

*Entertainment is subject to change without notice.