Advance Planning the Key to Holiday Success at Walt Disney World® Resort
The holidays are approaching rapidly and with so many events at Walt Disney World® Resort for the 2012-2013 season, planning ahead will prevent you from missing a major part of the theme park's holiday celebration. Walt Disney World® Resort will be featuring a variety of exciting events that promise this year’s holiday season to be better than ever. It is important for visitors to understand that in order to take full advantage of the holiday vacations, advanced planning is critical in order to save time and money while maximizing the holiday experience.
The key to enjoying all the special events at Walt Disney World® Resort during the 2012-13 holiday season is to be well-informed about the major events and plan ahead so that once in the park, you do not lose any time and go straight to what you want to experience. This year Walt Disney World® Resort will feature a multitude of outstanding and major holiday-themed events. From Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party to the Spectacle of Dancing Lights the variety is unlimited and entertainment will be available for the whole family. Check out the following holiday guide that features descriptions of key events that will take place at Walt Disney World® Resort and will help you plan your holiday vacation in advance.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Disney's Magic Kingdom Park
Select Dates in November & December, 2012
Celebrate the spirit of the holidays at “Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party!” This wonderful holiday event takes place at Magic Kingdom® Park on select nights in November and December 2012. The fantastic Mickey’s Merry Christmas Party parade features Mickey and Minnie Mouse with their friends having fun with park visitors as they walk through Main Street. Special performances, "Mickey's Once Upon a Christmastime Parade," "Holiday Wishes, Celebrate the Spirit of the Season" fireworks displayand even falling snow are part of this incredible party. The cheerful “Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party” is a great option to explore during your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World® Resort. For more information about Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, visit disneyworld.com/christmasparty.
Castle Dream Lights
Disney's Magic Kingdom Park
Early November 2012 - Early January 2013
Every evening between early November and early January, Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom® Park will be the centerpiece of holiday cheer with 200,000 white lights, Christmas decorations and a magical show featuring your favorite Disney characters during Castle Dream Lights!
The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights
Disney's Hollywood Studios
Early November 2012 - Early January 2013
If you are looking for a different experience where the holiday spirit shines all over the place, the Spectacle of Dancing Lights is the perfect event. Millions of blinking, twinkling and colorful lights decorate New York Street at Disney's Hollywood Studios™ while dancing in a choreographed motion to splendid holiday music. Beautiful Christmas trees, heavenly angels, sparkling snowflakes and various three-dimensional and motion-based displays adorn the streets making visitors feel and enjoy the spirit of the holiday season at Walt Disney World® Resort.
Holidays Around The World
Epcot
Late November - Late December 2012
What better way to celebrate all around the globe the joyous holiday season than at the “Holidays Around the World” event at Epcot®? Among the shows featured is a nightly Candlelight Processional, where an invited celebrity narrates the Christmas story accompanied by a fine 50-piece orchestra and a fantastic choir. Another excellent show is the “ IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth,” which showcases more than 1,000 fireworks, an amazing floating Earth Globe that has state-of-the-art LED screens and lots of great music. Holiday stories from all over the world are told by special invitees, including France's Père Noël, Italy's LaBefana and America's Santa Claus. Other not-to-be-missed events at Holidays Around the World are Holiday Storytellers and Lights of Winter.
Mickey’s Jingle Jungle Parade
Disney's Animal Kingdom
Early November 2012 - Early January 2013
Mickey’s Jingle Jungle is a colorful and lively parade that takes place in Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park. Mickey Mouse, Donald, Minnie Mouse, Goofy and other friends go for a great jungle adventure while fun performances take place and magnificent holiday music plays. The cheerful and exotic Mickey’s Jingle Jungle paradeis known for its outstanding abstract animal images, amazing designs made with natural materials and fabrics, and unique holiday decorations.
New Year’s Eve At Walt Disney World Resort
December 31, 2012
Walt Disney World® Resort has a variety of options to countdown The New Year. Disney's Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom® Park, Epcot® and Downtown Disney® Area will be celebrating the arrival of the 2013 with music, festivities and entertainment.
When it comes to celebrating the holidays at Walt Disney World® Resort with your family, many choices are available. As a result, an organized plan of holiday activities is a great idea to save time and enjoy to the fullest the holiday season at Walt Disney World® Resort. And if you are seeking great deals on comfortable accommodations that provide easy access to Walt Disney World Resort theme parks during your next Orlando vacation getaway, look no farther than Westgate Resorts. For more information about Westgate Resorts, visit www.westgatedestinations.com.
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$233.90 |
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$249.00 |
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$257.05 |
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