New! La Nouba Will Be Dark May 11-26: There will be no performances of "La Nouba" by Cirque du Sole

May 7, 2014 By Leah Emmanouilidis Leave a Comment There are new things popping up every day at the Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort. Join us every week to read about "What's New" in Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando! This week features a great new Disney discount offer, a first look at the Seven Dwarfs carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california Mine Train, lots of changes in Disney’s Animal carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california Kingdom, live shows at Universal Orlando and much more!
New! Free Dining Offer is Back for Fall / Winter:  Are you considering a trip to  Walt Disney World Resort  this fall or winter? If so, there is a great new offer you might like. You can get a free Disney Dining Plan when you purchase a non-discounted room and ticket carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california package at select Disney carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california Moderate, Disney Deluxe or Disney Deluxe Villa Resort hotels. Or, you can get a FREE Quick-Service Dining Plan when you purchase a non-discounted room and ticket package at select Disney Value Resort hotels. Offer valid for arrivals most nights Aug. 31-Oct. 3, Oct. 26-Nov. 1, Nov. 9-20, Dec. 12-23, carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california 2014. Book by Aug. 8, 2014. Destinations in Florida is throwing in free Concierge Services carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california and a free call from Mickey Mouse! Plus, there is a room-only discount available for travel between Aug 16 and Oct 3 too.  Call  877-918-8941  or  Request a Price Online .
New! Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Updates: carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california  On May 1, we were invited to attend a special event for Media and Travel Agency partners at the Magic Kingdom to celebrate the completion of New Fantasyland and The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. At this even, we had an opportunity to explore the queue of the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and, more importantly, ride it! Here's our video:
On May 2, we also attended the official dedication of the new attraction hosted by Tom Staggs, Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts Chairman. At the dedication, Staggs announced announced that the “crowning carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california jewel” of New Fantasyland, carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train opening date will officially be May 28. Here's the video of the dedication ceremony:
New! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Marks 25 Years: carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california On May 1, Disney's Hollywood Studios celebrated its Silver Anniversary! The milestone was marked with a ceremony led by Dan Cockerell, vice president of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, who was joined on stage by Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy and Donald, as well as a handful of Disney cast members who have worked at the park for 25 years. One of these cast members was Donn Lamkin, an Entertainment cast member who also hosted the original opening ceremony for the park back in 1989 (he now performs in the “Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show”). The festivities will continue tonight with a special Disney character carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california motorcade, a dance party and fireworks spectacular. Guests could also pick up special cupcakes and anniversary merchandise as a part of the celebration. Photos and videos of the event are posted  on our blog .
New! Disney Announces carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california Changes to Disney's Polynesian Resort:  At the aforementioned media events last week, Walt Disney World President George A. Kalogridis announced several changes to Disney's Polynesian Resort. As part of a complete re-imagining, the resort is returning to its original, 1971 opening day name: Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The sweeping renovation carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california is currently underway and will include a new food and beverage experience opening next year, Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto. Those who have visited The Disneyland Resort may be familiar with the popular Trader Sam's lounge at the  Disneyland carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california Hotel  in Anaheim, California. Additionally, concept photos carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california confirmed the long-standing rumor that the waterfall in the Great Ceremonial House will be removed.
New! ‘Festival of The Lion King’ To Return carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california To Disney’s Animal Kingdom in June:  Disney Park Blog announced that the ever-popular show from Disney's Animal Kingdom, ‘Festival of The Lion King’ will return to the park in June. No specific date was given, but they did share that the show will take place in the brand new Harambe Theater in the Africa section of the park. They also shared concept art of what the new area will look like.
New! Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade Ends May 31:  Due to the expansion of Disney's Animal Kingdom park, Mickey's Jammin' carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california Jungle parade will be discontinued May 31, 2014. No parade is planned to replace this one because viewing space will be reduced by the creation of the Pandora-themed land and it no longer makes sense to offer a parade.
carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california New! Animal carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california Kingdom – Harambe Nights Announced for June 7 -Aug 9:  In celebration of the 20th anniversary of The Lion King, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park will host Harambe Nights every Saturday evening June 7-August 9. The event will kick off at 7:00pm with a welcome reception followed by a 7:30pm concert in the new Harambe Theater where iconic scenes from the film will be recreated while a celebrity narrator and a live orchestra, choir and dancers provide a never-before-seen take on The Lion King tale. The celebration will continue after the concert on the streets carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california of Harambe with food, exclusive merchandise and an opportunity to "Go Wild" and dance and interact with live performers. You can purchase tickets at Disneyworld.com/HarambeNights or by calling 407-939-1319 carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california for $119 for adults and $79 for children, plus tax. Premium seating is available for $134 for adults and $94 for children, plus tax. At the time of this writing, premium seating for the June 7th show is sold out. Celebrity narrators include:
New! "Rivers of Light" Coming to Disney's carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california Animal Kingdom : A new nighttime spectacular is coming to Disney's Animal Kingdom as part of the largest carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california expansion in the park’s history. “Rivers of Light” is described by Disney Parks Blog as "an innovative show unlike anything ever seen in Disney Parks, combining live music, floating lanterns, water screens and swirling animal imagery." The show will take place on the Discovery River, between Discovery Island and Expedition Everest.
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N ew! BLINK by Wet Seal Closes at Downtown Disney:  On May 1, 2014, BLINK closed it's doors permanently in Downtown Disney. This space will re-open in late May as United World Soccer. Just in time for the 2014 World Cup, it will offer soccer fans their favorite team jerseys, as well as sports gear, cleats, World Cup apparel and accessories.
New! La Nouba Will Be Dark May 11-26: carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california  There will be no performances of "La Nouba" by Cirque du Soleil May 11-26 to provide time for rehearsal and planned maintenance work. The Cirque du Soleil boutique will remain open Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. and the box office also will remain open for future ticket sales.
Reminder:  Epcot International Flower Garden Festival Continues:  This fantastic and colorful festival continues. Here are some of the highlights this week: Flower Power Concert Series performances by Chubby Checker The Wildcats, May 9-11 at 5:30, 6:45 and 8 pm.; Designers' Stage - weekdays, noon and 3 pm will host Jenks Farmer, Deep Rooted carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california Wisdon: Using Old School Skills in Modern Gardening (12 p.m.) Country Plants/City Plants, Which Came First? Plast Pots or Woodstock? (3 p.m.) - May 6-8; and Designers' Stage - Presented by HGTV - Friday-Sunday, noon and 3 pm will host Genevieve Gorder, HGTV Star - May 9-11. Numerous additional presentations take place daily through the day during carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california the entire festival which runs through May 18.
Reminder! Downtown Disney Marketplace carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california Bus Drop Off / Pick Up Time Changes : Beginning April 28 and continuing through late May, the Downtown Disney bus stops will have modified hours. Work is being done in this area as part of the Disney Springs project. You may need to allow extra time to walk from the Pleasure Island bus stop to the Marketplace area for early dining or appointments at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. The Downtown Disney bus stops will operate carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california with the following hours:
Reminder! First-Ever WNBA Pre-season Tournament at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex:  The first-ever WNBA Pre-season Tournament, featuring the defending champion Minnesota Lynx, Chicago Sky, Indiana Fever and Phoenix Mercury, will tip off on Friday, May 9, at the HP Field House at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california In addition to the four-game tournament, a full slate of clinics, practices and autograph sessions featuring the WNBA players and coaches will be conducted in conjunction with the AAU Spring Fling II girls basketball event, which will also be hosted at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Over 1,500 girls basketball players from the 3rd through 12th grade divisions will be on site competing in the AAU event. Fans will have an opportunity to purchase tickets for the tournament at the ESPN WWoS Box Office carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california or through Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or  www.ticketmaster.com . The two-game package for Friday, May 9, is available for $20, as is the two-game package for Sunday, May 11. A four-game package is available for $35.
Now – May 18 : Representatives from Rinse Bath and Body Co. will be on hand throughout the day to help you select the product that is right for your skin at the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival.
May 7 – 11:  Artist Greg McCullough returns May 7 – 11 to Art of Disney carlsbad inn beach resort carlsbad california in Epcot and will appear later in the month from May 21 – 25 at Art of Disney in Downtown Disney Marketplace and May 28 – June 1 at Animation Gallery at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
New! Blueman Group Changes Prices and Ticket Types:   Blue Man Group at Universal CityWalk now has new ticket types, including "S