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Disney Treasure Christened! 2024 Disneyland Christmas Holiday Events Satu’li Canteen Starts Serving Breakfast
Disney Treasure Christened on November 19, 2024!
The Disney Treasure was christened in New York on November 19, 2024. The is the sixth ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Disney Treasure will make its inaugural sailing on December 21, 2024. This ship has Peter Pan and Captain Hook adorn the back of the ship, and you can enjoy live performances of “Beauty and the Beast”, “Disney Seas the Adventure,” and “Disney The Tale of Moana” inside The Walt Disney Theatre. This ship also features the Haunted Mansion Parlor as it’s signature lounge.
Contact your favorite travel counselor at The Magic For Less Travel for discounts on this amazing ship or any of the other five Disney cruise ships!
2024 Disneyland Christmas Holiday Events, Including Candy Cane Dates Have Been Announced!
During the holidays, guests will experience festive cheer as the entire resort transforms into a winter wonderland filled with seasonal attractions, joyful entertainment, jolly décor and themed treats that make every day feel like a holiday. Many great holiday activities include the Christmas Parade, ‘Believe … in Holiday Magic’ Fireworks, and snowfall in Disneyland Park. Visit Our Disneyland Christmas Events Page for parades, fireworks, decor, treats, attractions, and more information.
Contact your favorite travel counselor at The Magic For Less Travel for discounts on vacationing to the most magical place during the holidays!
Satu’li Canteen in Animal Kingdom Starts serving Breakfast on November 1, 2024!
Walt Disney World announced that Satu’li Canteen will start serving breakfast on November 1, 2024.
The breakfast menu will include:
Slow-roasted Pork Shoulder Potato Hash – $13.29
with Chorizo Sausage and Charred Onion Sauce
Cinnamon French Toast – $12.99
with Blueberry Cream Cheese, Passion Fruit Anglaise, and Sausage
Frittata and Beef – $14.29
Vegetable-Goat Cheese Frittata with Wood-fired Beef tossed in Chimichurri
Tropical Pandoran Forest Fruits – $11.99
with Fresh Yogurt, Muesli, and Honey
There will be two items available for kids as well for breakfast and include:
Cinnamon French Toast – $7.99
with Blueberry Cream Cheese, Passion Fruit Anglaise, and Sausage with a choice of Small Lowfat Milk or Small DASANI® Bottled Water
Cereal with Milk – $5.49
Served with a Cuties® Mandarin with a choice of Small Lowfat Milk or Small DASANI® Bottled Water
Check out our Satu’li Canteen Menu page for full breakfast, lunch and dinner menu. You can also check with your favorite travel counselor at The Magic For Less Travel to see which restaurants you should visit on your next Walt Disney World vacation.
Walt Disney World Raises Prices on Annual Passes!
Walt Disney World raised the prices for its Annual Passes on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. The price adjustments affect all four tiers of the passholder program, from the Incredi-Pass to the Pixie Dust Pass. The passes continue to offer valuable perks such as park access, discounts, and exclusive events. However, the most powerful annual pass, the Disney Incredi-Pass, now costs $1,549 (plus tax). That’s a $100 increase! The Incredi-Pass has no blackout dates and is the only annual pass available for those guests who reside outside the state of Florida.
The three Florida residence annual passes also saw price increases:
- Sorcerer Pass is now $1,079 from $999 (available to Florida residents and some Disney Vacation Club members)
- Pirate Pass is now $829 from $799 (for Florida residents only)
- Pixie Dust Pass is now $469 from $439 (for Florida residents only)
You can find details of these passes on our Walt Disney World Annual Pass Information and Benefits page. You can also check with your favorite travel counselor at The Magic For Less Travel to see how the price increases affect your next Walt Disney World vacation.
Disneyland Raises Prices on Admission!
Ticket prices at Disneyland have increased today, impacting single-day theme park tickets, Magic Keys and Lightning Lanes. Here’s what you need to know.
Disneyland ticket prices vary depending on not only the season you are visiting but also whether you are visiting on a weekday or weekend. There are six tiers, starting at tier 0 for week days on low seasons, to tier 6, which are peak season weekends and holidays. Although the lowest tier of the single day, single park tickets have not changed and remains at $104 per day, the highest tiers have now broken the $200 mark and will cost you $206 per day. Basically, if the day is blocked for Believe keys, you can expect the ticket to be tier 5 or 6.
The cost of Magic Keys have also increased, with the Imagine and Inspire keys going up by $100, and the enchant and believe keys going up by $125. These passes are currently for renewals only, but we are expecting them to be on sale for everyone again towards the end of the year. Visit our Disneyland Tickets, Prices and Magic Key Information page for more information.
Moreover, the cost of the Lightning Lane service, which allows guests to skip the regular lines for attractions, has also gone up by two dollars, coming out to $32 per day when purchased at the same time as your ticket. The price of this service can change on the day of your visit depending on demand. Multi day and park hopper prices have changed as well, so check the prices and your favorite travel counselor at The Magic For Less Travel to see how the price increases affect you before your Disneyland visit.
@themouseforless Dianeyland increased prices to their single day, multi day, park hopper, Magic Key and Lightning Lane prices! Here are the details and what the new prices are. #disneyland #disneylandtickets #disneylandcost ♬ Little Things – Tiqta
2025 Disneyland Resort vacation packages are now on sale, giving you the perfect opportunity to lock in your dream vacation at the Happiest Place on Earth. These packages are designed to make your Disneyland experience seamless and magical, offering everything from hotel stays and theme park tickets to dining plans and special add-ons. With highly anticipated new attractions set to debut, festive seasonal events on the horizon, and unique experiences planned for 2025, this is the perfect time to start planning your visit. Booking early not only ensures you get the best rates available but also helps you secure your preferred accommodations and reservations, making your trip truly unforgettable. Don’t miss out on the magic—secure your vacation now! You can book your Disneyland Resort packages through December 31, 2025!
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Disney Parks News for Walt Disney World and Disneyland from the 2024 D23 Expo!
The D23 Expo has once again brought forth a wave of excitement for Disney fans, especially for those who love the magic of the parks. This year, the spotlight was on the future of Disney’s parks and experiences worldwide, with groundbreaking expansions, new attractions, and immersive experiences that promise to redefine the Disney experience. Here’s a look at the biggest announcements in D23 Expo for Disney Parks and Experiences in America.
Disneyland Resort: New Lands and Expansions
The Disneyland Resort is gearing up for some major transformations.
@themouseforless Here are some D23 updates for Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure!! #disneylandresort #disneycaliforniaadventure #disneynews #disneytiktok #d23 ♬ original sound – (the real)sejoyss❤
Disneyland:
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure: The opening date for Tiana Bayou Adventure in Critter Country has been announced. This attraction will open on on November 15, 2024.
Walt Disney – A Magical Life: A new show titled ‘Walt Disney – A Magical Life,’ celebrating the life of Walt Disney, is set to premiere at the Main Street Opera House in Disneyland Park. This special production will feature the first-ever Audio-Animatronics figure of Walt Disney. After its debut run, the show will rotate with the beloved ‘Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln.’ This attraction is set to open in 2025.
Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run: A new story line will be added to this Star Wars themed attraction in Galaxy’s Edge in both Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World and Disneyland in the Disneyland Resorts. The Mandelorian and Grogu will be seen in this storyline.
Disney California Adventure:
Avengers Campus Expansion: Avengers Campus will double it’s size with this expansion. The ever-popular Avengers Campus is about to get even more thrilling. Avengers Infinity Defense is a multi-world adventure experience, where recruits will chase down King Thanos after he steals technology from the Avengers. Construction for this attraction will begin in 2025. Stark Flight Lab will welcome recruits to sit in two-person pods and deploy to a test station in simulated flight.
Avatar: A new area themed to “Avatar: The Way of Water”, including a new boat ride through the world of Pandora. Concept art have been revealed, but not much else. At this time, we do not have information on construction, completion or where this area will be located in Disney California Adventure.
Coco: A new water ride inspired by the Pixar film Coco is in the works. In this attraction, guests will journey to the vibrant Land of the Dead. Details on construction and the expected completion date have yet to be announced.
Walt Disney World Resort: Magical Additions and Nighttime Spectaculars
It was announced in the D23 Expo that Walt Disney World is set to introduce several new experiences that will enhance the magic of every visit.
Animal Kingdom:
Tropical Americas: Dinoland U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be closing to make way for Pueblo Esperanza, an exciting new 11-acre land inspired by the vibrant cultures and landscapes of tropical America. This new area will feature immersive environments and attractions. The new land is set to open in 2027. There will be three attractions within this new land.
Encanto: The attraction is set on the day after Antonio receives his magical gift – the ability to communicate with animals. The ride will take guests into the magical casita, which will come alive in front of our eyes.
Disney Character Carousel: This carousel will be a family carousel, created by Tropical America’s woodcarver featuring some of his favorite animals from Disney stories.
Indiana Jones Adventure: A thrilling Indiana Jones adventure that will replace the current Dinosaur ride. Construction for this attraction will begin this year. This brand-new ride will offer a unique story, unlike any other Indiana Jones attraction at Disney parks worldwide. In this thrilling adventure, Indiana Jones has stumbled upon a perfectly preserved Maya temple, sparking his curiosity to explore its secrets. Rumors of a mythical creature hidden deep within the temple drive Indy to embark on a daring expedition — and he’s taking us along for the ride. This attraction is set to open in 2027.
Magic Kingdom:
Cars: Part of the Frontier Land will be rethemed with elements from the movie “Cars”. The Walt Disney World area of Cars will take place in the wilderness. There will be two rides coming to this section. An e-ticket attraction, a thrilling off-road rally race, and a family oriented ride. Construction is to begin early 2025.
Villains Land: A new land themed to Disney’s villains will be coming to Magic Kingdom. This highly anticipated land has no estimated construction or completion time.
Disney Starlight: A new Magic Kingdom Nighttime Parade will be introduced in summer 2025. The new parade will use the latest technology to bring Disney stories to life after the sun sets.
Test Track: Test Track reimagining currently underway at EPCOT, Disney did share new details about the 3.0 version of the ride. It was also announced that Test Track would reopen in 2025.
Hollywood Studios:
Monsters, Inc Land: A new land centered around the movie “Monsters, Inc” will feature a major attraction that takes you on a thrilling tour of the Laugh Factory via a suspended coaster. This will be the first suspended roller coaster in Disney parks. It has not been announced whether it would replace Animation Courtyard or the Muppets Courtyard. Both locations were used in concept arts that were presented.
Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run: A new story line will be added to this Star Wars themed attraction in Galaxy’s Edge in both Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World and Disneyland in the Disneyland Resorts. The Mandelorian and Grogu will be seen in this storyline.
Disney Cruise Line: A New Ship and Island Destination
Disney Cruise Line is expanding its fleet and destinations:
New Ships: Josh D’Amaro unveiled at the D23 Exp that an additional four ships will be joining the Disney Cruise Line fleet. These four new ships will be delivered between 2027 and 2031. With five ships already sailing in the current fleet, and four more ships already in development, the additional ships will bring the total size of the fleet to 13!