Welcome to the monthly roundup! For some of you, this may be your first introduction to the fact that I plan SO MUCH MORE than Walt Disney World! I used to post this list in my Facebook group, but I'm reducing my use of Meta's platforms (Facebook & Instagram), in large part because as I said above, so many of you have no idea I do more than Walt Disney World. If you want to stay current on the latest news and chatter with other theme park fans, I have Discord and WhatsApp. Brightline
Are you thinking about pairing your Central Florida vacation with other locations in Florida, like West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and Miami? Consider taking the new Brightline train! We did this when we cruised out of Fort Lauderdale last month and flew home out of the Orlando Airport, and enjoyed it so much we're doing it again in April! Kids are 25% off, and parties of 3 or more automatically save 25%. You can book any Brighline package with me. Viator Save money on activities all over the world, including in your own city, with Viator! Spring Break tip: use my link and you can still get cash back with Rakuten, ID.me, Citi Shop, Rapid Rewards Shopping, and probably any other browser shopping plug in you have on your computer. Viator is pretty generous with the shopping rewards. Check back here and I'll share when I also have a promo code exclusive to my agency! Universal Orlando 80 days until Epic Universe opens! With the opening of Epic Universe, Universal Orlando will have 4 Parks and 11 resorts! Universal is so much more than a 1 day side trip from Disney, and I am an expert on everything Universal Orlando has to offer. This week, Universal Orlando announced second generation interactive wands for Wizarding World of Harry Potter! No worries if you have the first generation. It will continue to work, even at the new land in Epic Universe! Universal Hollywood Universal Hollywood Fan Fest Nights tickets are available now! This event looks so awesome, and I'm really hoping we can make it work this spring. If you're a fan of Star Trek, Back to the Future, Dungeons & Dragons, Harry Potter, Super Mario, and anime like One Piece and Jujutsu Kaisen, definitely look into this special event! ALSO Elphaba & Glinda from Wicked make their meet & greet debut at Fan Fest!
Disney Cruise Line
Summer 2026 itineraries available to book now! Booking as far in advance as possible is the best price on a Disney Cruise, so now is the time to book those summer Europe, Caribbean, and Alaska cruises! Thanks to Val Capone for sharing this Mammoth Club video review of Molly & Alan's day at Lookout Cay with a cabana! Cabanas are very tricky to get without a concierge stateroom. I'm Platinum and haven't managed it yet, so I really felt their excitement! It truly is a Disney bucket list item. There are 2 weeks left to book a Disney Cruise departing between June 16, 2025 and May 31, 2026 and pay half of the required deposit at booking! This offer is valid on any new reservation for select Disney cruises departing between June 16, 2025 and May 31, 2026, that does not require final payment at time of booking. Remaining balance will be due at time of final payment. There are also some last minute savings for Europe sailings this summer! Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa
The spring offer is out for April 11 - June 11! Save 20% on 4 nights, 25% on 5 nights, and 30% if you're a Disney Visa card holder! Rooms for this offer are limited, and the longer you wait, the harder it is to get your dates. For my Southwest airlines fans, we used them to fly to Hawaii last year and it was perfectly pleasant! Connecting in Las Vegas was a breeze, and it was super cheap. I'll have a blog about our Aulani trip next Monday!
Adventures by Disney
If you're sailing on Disney Cruise Line this year, there's a special offer to save on an Adventures by Disney trip if you book within 45 days of your cruise! I'll remind you after your sailing. :) Everyone can save $500 per person when you book select 2026 River Cruises. The Danube Christmas Markets river cruise is on my travel bucket list!
Select from these eligible River Cruise departure dates:
Rhone River Cruise: Lyon & Provence: July 2 & 30, 2026
Danube River Cruise: June 20 & 27, 2026 and July 11, 2026
Danube River Cruise Magical Holidays: December 26, 2026
Rhine River Cruise: June 4 & 11, 2026 and July 9 & 16, 2026
Holland & Belgium River Cruise: July 4 & 25, 2026 and September 5, 2026
Trip must be booked by April 30, 2025 for travel on select departures from June 4 through December 26, 2026.
National Geographic Expeditions
Did you know this is part of Walt Disney Travel? These are great expeditions for teens & adults who are especially interested in conservation & photography. Plus, of course, there are the incredible Private Jet Adventures. Let me know if you'd like me to mail you a catalog. There are often similar savings to the Adventures by Disney offers.
Disneyland (Anaheim, CA)
So many offers for Disneyland right now! Let's review! For these offers, "a Disneyland Resort hotel" is not to be confused with Disneyland Hotel. It refers to any of the on-site resorts (Grand Californian, Disneyland Hotel, The Villas at the Disneyland Hotel, and Pixar Place).
Travel now through May 16 (travel must be completed by May 16): Save up to 20% on Disneyland Hotel and Grand Californian Resort & Spa. Disney Visa Card holders save up to 30% for the same dates & resorts!
Celebrate the 70th Anniversary of Disneyland this year! Book early and save up to 30% on select stays of 4 or more nights at a Disneyland Resort hotel—from May 16 through September 26, 2025. Subject to availability and restrictions. Book now through May 15.
If you're thinking about a VERY last minute trip for Spring Break, get with me today! There are a couple different offers, including a special Kids Ticket, that end March 20.
Walt Disney World (Orlando, FL)
Why yes, I do save this for last. It's no surprise to anyone that I'm a Walt Disney World expert. :) As always, the number of rooms allocated for these offers is limited and the discount varies depending on resort. Current Offers as of March 3, 2025:
Save Up to 30% on Rooms at Select Disney Resort Hotels When You Stay 5 Nights or Longer. This offer is valid for stays most nights from May 1 to July 31, 2025.
Save Up to 25% on Rooms at Select Disney Resort Hotels in Early 2025 This offer is valid most nights from February 23 to April 30, 2025.
For a limited-time, Guests staying in Club Level Rooms or Club Level Suites at Walt Disney World Resort on select dates April 28 - Sept. 27, 2025 can save 20% on a Disney Private VIP Tour during their stay! The number of tours allocated for this offer is limited.
As always, check with me for special offers for Annual Passholders, Active Duty & Retired Military, and Florida residents!
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