Welcome to A Disney State of Mind!! This weekly newsletter will share with you Disney tips, tricks, news and my personal reviews and experiences in hopes it helps as you plan your supercalifragilistic vacation to the Most Magical Place on Earth!
Let's jump right in and get to this week's news and information!
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NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE WEEK
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Early Morning Magic Hours Returns!
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Starting November 13th, you can have early morning access to Fantasyland in the Magic Kingdom, along with a great breakfast to start the day at Cosmic Ray’s Cafe
Some returning attractions include:
- Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
- The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
- Princess Fairytale Hall
- “it’s a small world”
- Mad Tea Party
- Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid
Breakfast includes:
- Scrambled eggs
- Bacon
- Breakfast potatoes
- Pancakes
- Assorted pastries and so much more!
Breakfast runs from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, and exclusive event-only access to the attractions lasts from 7:45 AM to 9:00 AM.
Disney Early Morning Magic requires a separate reservation and is $89 for adults and $79 for children. Regular theme park admission is required.
Make your reservation today! Space is limited. Visit Walt Disney World Resort website or call the Disney Reservation Center at (407) WDW-PLAY/ (407) 939-7529.
Note: Disney Early Morning Magic will be offered on different dates than Extra Magic Hours.
Admission will be limited, so be sure to book your reservation as soon as possible!
While I have not personally participated in an Early Morning Magic experience, I have done Disney After Hours, and I will say that these special add-on events are excellent and in my opinion worth the extra money. While the cost is in addition to your park day ticket, you experience the magic in a whole new way and because space is limited, you do feel like you have access to the attractions and the park all to yourself. You can ride and check off your list some of the most popular attractions in a short amount of time AND have an amazing breakfast all for the cost of the extra ticket. The value is exceptional. I would highly consider taking advantage of this offer!
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Are You An Annual Passholder?
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Disney wrote a fun article this week outlining their top 10 reasons why this year is the best year to become an Annual Passholder. You can read that article here. I have to agree with all of what they said. Becoming an AP 2 years ago has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. I only wonder why I didn’t become one sooner. Not only do I feel like I belong to an exclusive club (even though thousands of Guests are passholders), I have found many reasons to visit Walt Disney World on a more frequent basis because I already have my ticket in hand. I can hop on a plane at any time and visit my favorite place on earth! And I do!
If you are considering becoming an AP, I agree with Disney in saying there is no better time. The next few years at the parks are going to be transformative, and you will want to be able to visit and enjoy all of the new and exciting things coming to the parks!
If you are planning 2 or more vacations to Walt Disney World (depending on the length of each) over the course of a year, I highly recommend you do the math between multi-day (park hopper) tickets for each of those trips compared to an Annual Pass. I think you might find that the Annual Pass is a better option and will actually save you money in the long run (although it is a bit of a gut punch when you have to pay for it all up-front – Florida residents have the benefit of paying for their AP ticket on a payment plan).
There are so many benefits to becoming an AP such as special merchandise, a 20% merchandise and dining discount, free theme park parking and so much more! I urge you to review all the benefits and consider becoming one if you aren’t already. It will be one of the best things you do!
To read more about Annual Passes or to purchase tickets, click here.
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Beaches and Cream Soda Shop - The Beach Club Resort - Set to close in early August 2019 and reopen in December 2019.
Walt Disney World Railroad, Main Street U.S.A - Magic Kingdom - Closed now through TBD
Primevil Whirl - Animal Kingdom - currently closed, set to reopen on September 29, 2019
Enchanted Rose Lounge (former Mizner's Lounge) - Grand Floridian Resort - Currently closed - scheduled to re-open Fall 2019
Big Blue Pool - Art of Animation Resort - Currently closed - scheduled to re-open Fall 2020
Disney's Blizzard Beach - Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park will be temporarily closed beginning Sept. 8, 2019. Additional refurbishment work and enhancements will take place later this year, resulting in a longer annual down time than in previous years. The park is scheduled to re-open on Jan. 13, 2020.
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REFERENCE LINKS & EVENT REMINDERS
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MASTER FILE
There is so much happening across all of Walt Disney World, it's sometimes hard to keep track of! Well now you don't have to! I keep track of it for you! Here is a link to my Master File with all of the updates! Bookmark this and refer back to it often as you are planning your magical vacation! I update it as news is announced.
MAGIC KINGDOM
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Here are the remaining dates:
- October 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 24, 25, 27, 29, 31
- November 1
See my complete guide here!
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
Here are this year's dates:
- November 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22, 24
- December 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22
See my complete guide here!
EPCOT
Epcot Forever
Temporarily replacing IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth, Epcot forever will tap into the history of Epcot through music, imagery, laser, fireworks and more!
Dates: October 1, 2019
Dapper Day Returns
Read complete details here. AND you can now SHOP for fun Dapper Day accessories! For more, click here!
Dates: November 16, 2019
Epcot Food & Wine Festival
Celebrate one of the biggest festivals of the year with delectable food, drinks and entertainment. See my complete guide here.
Dates: August 29 - November 23, 2019
Epcot Festival of the Holidays
Celebrate all the delights of the season, including the Candlelight Processional!
Dates: November 29 - December 30, 2019
Epcot Festival of the Arts
Experience art in all different forms – ink and paint, photography, culinary, and so much more!
Dates: January 17 - February 24, 2020
HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS
Disney's Skyliner Opens
Disney's newest form of transportation opens on Sunday September 29th!
Dates: September 29th, 2019
Dapper Day Returns
Read complete details here. AND you can now SHOP for fun Dapper Day accessories! For more, click here!
Dates: November 17, 2019
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Rise of the Resistance
The second and flagship attraction in SWGE will soon open! Read everything you need to know about Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge here in my Complete Guide.
Dates: December 5, 2019
Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway
Join Mickey and Minnie on zany adventures in an all-new attraction.
Dates: Spring 2020
Mickey Shorts Theater
Along with the opening of Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway, joining the park’s theater district will be a reimagined venue, the Mickey Shorts Theater. More to come.
Dates: Spring 2020
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DSM TIP OF THE DAY (WEEKLY RECAP)
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In case you missed it on social media, here is a recap of my tips for this week!
Be sure to follow along on social media (Instagram, Facebook and Twitter) for the latest tips, news and information!!
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That's all for this week my friends! I'm getting ready to head to Walt Disney World next Thursday for all of the Halloween and Food & Wine Festival fun! I can't wait to share it all with you!
As always, thank you for following along here and on social. I appreciate all of you!
Until next week...have a magical weekend and week ahead! And always stay in a Disney state of mind...
Marnie ºoº
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