Walt Disney World: Enjoy Some Star Wars "Limited Time Magic"

04/28/2013

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As the mother of three boys I have become a regular pilgrim to the annual Star Wars Weekend at Disney's Hollywood Studios.  Now word is out that a special Star Wars experience will be planned for May the 4th, or "Star Wars Day" for those not indoctrinated into the fan culture!


This “Limited Time Magic” celebration features special Star Wars entertainment, characters, commemorative merchandise, a Star Wars dance party and a Star Wars-themed fireworks show to cap off the day.

This is another example of the amazing experiences Walt Disney World and Disneyland have in store for you this year through "Limited Time Magic".  So be sure to get over to Disney's Hollywood Studios and take in this one-of-a-king Star Wars experience you cannot find anywhere else!

Jenn Whitney, a Disney College of Knowledge Graduate, is a wife and mother of four children. Jenn first experienced Disney on her honeymoon and since then she has been hooked-- doing adult-only trips, large family gatherings and even traveling to Disney while seven months pregnant!  She specializes in providing best-in-class service to clients seeking vacations to Disney Destinations, cruises and the Caribbean.  Follow her on Twitter at @JennCMTravel and contact her at Jenn@WhiteGloveDestinations.com.

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Disney Rumors: Is a Star Wars Land in the Making?

03/21/2013

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So we are not the biggest followers of Disney rumors out there, though we do like a good one from time-to-time.  Well ever since The Walt Disney Company purchased Lucas Films we've been anxiously awaiting any news of a possible Star Wars Land at Walt Disney World or Disneyland.

While plenty of fanboys have tried to spread rumors it looks like we;ve gotten some of our first inklings that this may be a reality as rumors of Disneyland surveying guest over a possible Star Wars Land or park have come out on the web.  

Who knows if the concept is true, but if it is what would you think of a Star Wars Land at Disney Parks?  And for our Disney World fans, would you prefer a Hollywood Studios expansion that featured Star Wars, Carsland or both?
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Walt Disney World: Star Wars Weekend 2013

12/27/2012

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The time is coming our fellow Star Wars fans... Star Wars Weekend 2013 has been announced!

That's right... The Force will descend upon Disney's Hollywood Studios every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from May 17- June 9, 2013.  And the event will once again be hosted by Star Wars celebrities James Arnold Taylor and Ashley Eckstein-- the voices of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Aksoka Tona from Star Wars: Clone Wars.

These events are amazing every year!  Lots of great experiences you can only get at Star Wars weekend to include special character and celebrity meetings, live-action shows, a special Star Wars parade and one-of-a-kind merchandise certain to drive even the most ardent Star Wars fan crazy!

This will also be the first Star Wars weekend since the purchase of Lucas Films by the Walt Disney Company-- something that will certainly add a little spice as the Galaxy Far Away joins the Disney family.

Call us today to book a package at 877-899-8912 or fill out our online quote form.  Mention Star Wars Weekend and we will throw in an extra Force-filled surprise for the Star Wars fans in your party!
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Disney News: Walt Disney Company to Purchase Lucas Films

10/30/2012

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Well friends we usually stick to what we know best here-- planning amazing Disney and family-focused vacations-- but sometimes something so big happens in the "real world" that it can impact the future of our travel world.  One of those happened today as the Walt Disney Company announced the purchase of Lucas Films-- owner of entertainment properties like Star Wars and Indiana Jones.

Lucas Film properties are seen throughout the Disney Parks experience.  Fan favorites like Star Tours at Disney's Hollywood Studios in Disney World and Indiana Jones at Disneyland Park in Anaheim are perennial fan favorites.  In recent years the love for Lucas Film fan-favorite Star Wars has spawned the increasingly popular Star Wars Weekend each spring in Walt Disney World.

If you are a fan of Lucas Films than this offers plenty of opportunities to further infuse amazing entertainment franchises into Disney Parks... And you may even get a new Star Wars film out of the deal!

To experience any of the amazing Lucas Films experiences at a Disney Park contact us today for a free, no obligation quote.



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Using Disney FASTPASS for Star Wars Weekend Autograph Sessions

05/24/2012

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Here are some tips on how to use Disney's FASTPASS service for Star Wars Weekends at Disney's Hollywood Studios 2012:
Disney FASTPASS® Service will be utilized for all autograph sessions. FASTPASS for autographs will be distributed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios® Main Entrance to the right of the turnstiles. Distribution may begin prior to park opening based on demand.
•    You must have a FASTPASS ticket to receive an autograph.
•    Your Theme Park admission ticket allows you to receive one FASTPASS ticket. Limited number available and are distributed on a first-come basis.
•    One FASTPASS per person.
•    Each Guest must be present to receive a FASTPASS ticket. You may not get FASTPASS tickets for other members of your party.
•    Pick up your FASTPASS ticket with a designated autograph return time starting after 9:45am. Until your designated return time you may experience other Star Wars Weekends activities.
•    At your designated time, return to the autograph location, where you will have little or no wait time.
•    Guests may not save a place for other party members to arrive later.

Once the FASTPASS tickets for visiting celebrities are distributed, Disney will distribute a limited number of “stand-by” tickets with a return time. Based on availability, you may have the opportunity to get one FASTPASS OR one “stand-by” ticket. “Stand-by” tickets do not guarantee you an autograph.

Good luck and may the force be with you!

Contact White Glove Destinations at 281-380-3437 or visit us online now to learn more about this and other activities at Walt Disney World!
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Star Wars Weekends at Walt Disney World 2012

01/12/2012

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Star Wars Weekends returns to the Walt Disney World Resort during May and June 2012, as Disney’s Hollywood Studios celebrates the Star Wars film saga and the hit animated television series Star Wars: The Clone Wars.

The annual special event, included in regular theme park admission, will be held every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from May 18-June 10, 2012.

The power of the Force and magic of Disney combine as plenty of out-of-this-world characters – including Wookiees, droids, Ewoks, bounty hunters and Jedi – roam the streets of Disney’s Hollywood Studios for meet-and-greet opportunities with guests.

The centerpiece of the celebration is the spectacular 3-D attraction, “Star Tours – The Adventures Continue.” The attraction, which opened last spring at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, uses eye-popping 3-D, a dramatic musical score and motion simulator-based technology to immerse guests in the Star Wars galaxy like never before.

“Jedi Training Academy,” one of the interactive entertainment experiences at the theme park, allows young guests to learn from a Jedi Master before testing their newly acquired skills in a battle with Darth Vader.

Also featured at Star Wars Weekends: the chance for fans to purchase one-of-a-kind Star Wars memorabilia, Star Wars games, plus there’s special Star Wars parades and motorcades, star conversations and autograph sessions with Star Wars actors and creative talent (celebrity lineup will be announced at a later date). The ever-popular “Hyperspace Hoopla” ends each Star Wars Weekends day with a show filled with comedy, dancing, high-energy music and many of the famed Star Wars characters.

For more information and future updates, contact White Glove Destinations at 281-380-3437 or visit us online now!

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