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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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Surviving the Crowds at Walt Disney World
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Handling the crowds at Walt Disney World takes a lot of patience and a positive mindset. The crowds can get pretty intense depending on the time of year you are vacationing at Walt Disney World.
Since we are knee deep into the holiday season at Walt Disney World and the crowds are anticipated to get even heavier at the parks over the next several weeks, I've created a list of 10 ways to handle the crowds.
This year, to compound the situation, Walt Disney World will welcome the opening of its newest flagship attraction in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, Rise of the Resistance, on December 5th. Note: Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge will close at 4:00 PM on December 4th for a special media event prior to the attraction opening to the public the next day. Plan accordingly.
I believe Rise of the Resistance will draw MASSIVE crowds as this is the attraction everyone is waiting for. With that said, you may see crowd levels like none other this holiday season as Guests converge on Hollywood Studios and the subsequent parks.
Your best bet is to plan accordingly and follow these tips and ways for handling the crowds at the parks...
Here are the first 5!
1. Be Realistic
2. Be Flexible
3. Become Familiar with the Parks (current park maps included)
4. Arrive Early
5. OR Stay Late
6. Click here for the full list of tips and ways of handling the crowds!
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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 early 2021
Splash Mountain - Magic Kingdom - Scheduled to be closed January 6, 2020 to February 27, 2020.
Test Track - Epcot - Will be closed January 13 - February 26, 2020
France Pavilion - Epcot - Movie in France (Impressions de France) is closed to prepare for updates. Scheduled to reopen in January 2020.
Primevil Whirl - Animal Kingdom - currently closed
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 Very Merry Christmas Party
Here are this year's remaining dates:
- December 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22
See my complete guide here! Updated to include Foodie Guide and information on this years Sorcerers of the Kingdom collector's card.
EPCOT
New Exhibit - Morocco Pavilion
the Gallery of Arts and History in the Morocco pavilion – just reopened with a new exhibit, “Race Against the Sun: Ancient Technique to Modern Competition.”
Dates: Now Open
Regal Eagle Smokehouse - American Pavilion
Get ready for good ole classic barbecue coming soon to Epcot! For menu details and photos, click here.
Dates: Winter 2019
Epcot Festival of the Holidays
Celebrate all the delights of the season, including the Candlelight Processional! See my Complete Guide here for all holiday treats at Epcot this holiday season!
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
Holiday Festivities and Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Dessert Party
Celebrate the holidays at Hollywood Studios. Stay for the fireworks and dessert party to cap off your festive day! Read more here!
Dates: Starts November 8th, 2019
Star Tours - The Adventure Continues
To coincide with the release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Star Tours will be updated with all new destinations inspired by the movie.
Dates: Early December
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
ANIMAL KINGDOM
Holidays at Animal Kingdom
For the first time, Animal Kingdom will join in the holiday celebrations. Read more here!
Dates: Starts November 8 through early a January 2020
TICKET OFFERS
Florida Resident Holiday Ticket Offer
Save 40% on 4-Day Theme Park Tickets and 30% on 3-Day Theme Park Tickets compared to the non-discounted price a non-Florida Resident pays for the same ticket. Click here for more information.
4-Park Magic Ticket
Purchase for $89/day per adult ages 10+ ($356 total + tax), add one admission to one water park and one admission to NBA Experience for an extra $40, plus tax. Children prices available. Use the ticket now through September 30, 2020. Click here for more details and to purchase your tickets!
Early 2020 Hotel Discounts Released
Save up to 25% by staying at a Walt Disney World Resort in early 2020! Book by January 1st, 2020 for stays from January 1 through April 25. Click here for details and to book your stay today!
Mid-Day Magic Ticket Offer
Not an early riser? Rather hit the parks later in the day? If you enter after 12:00PM, Disney has a new ticket offer just for you! Click here to read all about it!
Fall and Holiday Ticket Offers
Want to visit Walt Disney World this Fall or for the Holiday. Check out these offers here!
Fall Into Magic Florida Resident Ticket Offer
Click here for details!
Free Kids Dining Offer with Package Reservation
Book a vacation package by January 1, valid Jan 1 through March 7, 2020 and receive free dining for kids ages 3-9. Read more details here!
Canadian Ticket Offer
Save 20% on a 4-Day or longer on a Walt Disney World theme park ticket.
Read more details here!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The Run Disney Schedule has been released for 2020/2021, click here for more info.
New Plant-Based food options are now offered at most Disney dining locations. Click here for more details and photos.
Just in time for the Epcot Festival of the Holiday (starting Nov 29), Disney released Annual Passholder exclusives. Click here for all the details from FREE AP magnets to exclusive merchandise.
Awards and Accolades! Click here to see the awards that Disney Parks, Experiences and Products won from the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA). This is a GREAT time to be a Disney fan!! Congratulations to Disney!
Using Amazon Prime at Walt Disney World
How to Mobile Order at Walt Disney World
Tables in Wonderland - Complete Guide
Room Only vs Package Reservations
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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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Thanks for reading along!! I appreciate your support each and every week!
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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