Monday, February 27, 2012

Vacationing with Disney - “It'll do magic believe it or not ---bibbidi-bobbidi-boo”

One of the vacations most of us have taken as children was to the magical world of Disney!  From the early 1950’s to now, the Disney brand has provided millions of families a trip of a life time. Disney's renowned reputation is its family-friendly theme parks, where kids never get tired of having fun and mom and dad can be a kid again and relive their first Disney experience through their kids.  

Disney family vacations can range from a young child's first theme park visit to multiple generations enjoying a family reunion. Keep reading about the various Disney parks, resorts, and cruise line to help you decide which Disney vacation would be best for you.

No matter which Disney Destination you select, you'll find lots of things to see and do.  Does your ideal Disney vacation include visiting more than one Theme Park per day? Or a stay in a whimsical place? Did you know you can select from several dining packages, plan meals in advance and save? The perfect Disney vacation is different for everyone, which is why Disney has so many different packages to choose from offering you the flexibility to find a package that fits your family's preferences, size and budget.

Create the perfect family vacation at one of the many beautiful locations Disney offers. Whether you want to visit Disney Land in California, Disney World in Florida,  vacation on a Disney Cruise ship, visit their newest luxury resort Aulani, Disney Resort and Spa in Honolulu Hawaii, or travel to Europe or Asia, Disney promises to be a vacation of a lifetime. 

Disney Land, located in Anaheim California, is the original Disney Park. This location is the ideal place to make magical memories any time of year. Enjoy classic attractions like “It’s a Small World”, “Pirates of the Caribbean”, or the Haunted Mansion. Take in imaginative shows, and end the day with dazzling fireworks displays at Disneyland Park. At Disney California Adventure Park, you won't want to miss the incredible World of Color nighttime water spectacular. And just outside the parks, find unique dining and shopping at the Downtown Disney District.

The 3 distinctively different Disneyland Resort hotels offer accommodations that range from moderately priced to luxurious, with exclusive Guest benefits. Whether  you select the legendary Disneyland Hotel, Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel or the incomparable Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, stay steps away from Disney theme parks and the Downtown Disney District.

Located in the heart of Southern California, the Disneyland Resort is an ideal place to stay while visiting other local attractions. From Anaheim, it's a short drive to Hollywood, Los Angeles-area museums, San Diego, world-famous beaches and other must-see destinations

Walt Disney World, located in Orlando, Florida offers 4 different theme parks such as Disney World, Epcot, Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, 2 water parks, 4 champion golf courses and over 20 different resort hotels to choose from. You will always find new things to see and do within this magical place.  Once you get settled into your room, kick back and enjoy the complimentary transportation, spend your days exploring the theme parks and make time to cool off at the water-parks.  When the sun goes down, head for the Downtown Disney area for world-class entertainment, tempting dining choices and dozens of unique shops.

Immerse yourself in a vacation wonderland where you'll find a dazzling array of entertainment, attractions and recreation. Imagine being able to visit different countries, fly through space, play a round of golf, lounge by the pool and have dinner with your favorite characters without ever leaving the Resort!

From Main Street, U.S.A. to New York's famed Times Square, Disney Parks' memories can magically appear anywhere and at any time. Whether it is a child's special hug with a Disney Character, an enchanted celebration or a first-visit thrill, the magic of memories is undeniable. Come to Disney Parks and start creating some of your own.

Let your dreams set sail with Disney Cruise Line. You’ll njoy a magical experience onboard ships created by the dream makers of Disney. Your children are entertained, you can escape on the sea, and your family can reunite.. Cruising Disney style has become very popular. Disney Cruise Line has selected the most stunning destinations—in the most exciting regions around the world—and offers a vacations of a lifetime you and your family will always remember.

With departures from Florida, New York, Seattle, and California, Disney Cruise you can choose cruising to the Caribbean/Bahamas, Alaska & Pacific Coast, Europe, Mexican Riviera, Canada and New England, the Panama Canal, or even a 14 day Mediterranean Transatlantic Cruise. Disney Cruise Line has an itinerary that will fit your dream vacation

Stay and experience all the fun and excitement of Tokyo Disney Resort—where honeymoon dreams come true. You'll have a blast when you stay, dine, shop, and play at the Tokyo Disney Resort. Discover two exciting theme parks, Tokyo Disneyland® and Tokyo DisneySea® Park - Tokyo Disneyland Park, fashioned after the Magic Kingdom® Park at Walt Disney World® Resort, shows that fantasy can be a reality. Explore seven exciting ports filled with adventure, discovery and romance in Disney's first park themed to the myths and legends of the sea at Tokyo DisneySea Park.

World famous hospitality, lush gardens and award-winning restaurants make Hong Kong Disneyland Resort is a exotic retreat. Two distinct resorts await your arrival at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort. Whether you wish to be surrounded in Victorian elegance or Hollywood whimsy, the caring staff of each resort will ensure your honeymoon is a memorable one. Surrounded by majestic mountains and the soothing waters of the South China Sea, Hong Kong Disneyland is an enchanting kingdom that will calm your minds.  Explore the four lands of the Hong Kong Disneyland® Resort theme park.  Relax and see the sites of the nearby city.  Unwind at the soothing spas or on the jogging trails.  Reward yourself with a visit to the luxurious Victorian-style spa.  Enjoy a lakefront walk or paddle out into the calm, soothing waters of Inspiration Lake

Yes, Paris is considered the city of lights, the city of love, but what a treat for you and your family to visit this amazing European city while you discover the magic of Disney at Disneyland Resort Paris and Walt Disney Studios Park. Shop, dine or dance the night away at Disney® Village or relax the day away at an exquisite spa retreat fit for the most finicky Parisian. Tres fantastique! With seven beautiful, themed resorts to choose from, Disneyland Resort Paris offers accommodations to fit every vacation type.

And finally –If you aren’t looking to vacation at a theme park, but still want to have the Disney experience, Disney has opened Disney Style hotels in three different locations.  Disney’s Vero Beach in Florida, Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort and the newest and most luxury, Aulani Resort and Spa located on the island of Oahu, Hawaii.  Aulani is located on 21 oceanfront acres in Oahu's Ko Olina Resort and Marina and just 17 miles from bustling Honolulu. Nestled against a crystal blue lagoon and white-sand beach, the family-friendly resort features water play areas and two pools; spas for 'tweens, teens and adults; a kids' club; family and kid activities and programs; Disney character experiences, and two signature restaurants.

So as you can see, you can have a magical vacation which will please everyone in your family.  Give us a call so our Disney Specialists can assist you with your magical vacation – it’s a easy as “bibbidi-bobbidi boo”