For those Canadians that like to fly with friendly Westjet, they just announced another 48 hour seat sale for the fall - price are pretty decent too...
UPDATE (1st Sept)
This seat sale is now over, though there are still quite a number of "seat-sale" fares still in the system, so it's still worth checking...
UPDATE (9th Sept)
Another seat sale - including Orlando - just announced. Prices from $145 (plus tax) each way from Ottawa!
There is no more to read in this post...
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Monday, August 24, 2009
I just activated RSS on my Disney News blog...
Breaking News! Now, if you
It's all a bit new for me, and I'm not sure if I have done it right - some older articles seem to be being "broadcast" rather than the latest ones, so we'll have to see how what happens over the next few days and blog posts...
Well, I haven't started Tweeting yet, and I am way behind the curve on Facebook (I don't even have a profile)...
However, I am LinkedIn for those who would like to establish (or reestablish) contact and/or recommend me - yes please!! - and a glance at this blog will show that I have been a blogger since November 2007, with at least 3 known readers... !
I'll be back with some more stuff shortly - I still owe you that "Adventures by Disney 2010" info - it's awesome...
- are excited enough about Disney travel to want to know the instant that I upload a new post
- can't be bothered to look-up my blog address whenever the mood strikes you to find out if/when Disney if offering anything noteworthy, or
- you just don't have much of a life (ha ha!!)...
It's all a bit new for me, and I'm not sure if I have done it right - some older articles seem to be being "broadcast" rather than the latest ones, so we'll have to see how what happens over the next few days and blog posts...
- Via RSS (Really Simple Syndication) requiring an "RSS reader" or a plug-in for your browser,
- or by "following" with Google Friend Connect (shh... don't tell anyone, but I don't know what this is, yet...)
Well, I haven't started Tweeting yet, and I am way behind the curve on Facebook (I don't even have a profile)...
However, I am LinkedIn for those who would like to establish (or reestablish) contact and/or recommend me - yes please!! - and a glance at this blog will show that I have been a blogger since November 2007, with at least 3 known readers... !
I'll be back with some more stuff shortly - I still owe you that "Adventures by Disney 2010" info - it's awesome...
Read more!...
Kids Sail Free in the Mediterranean
I have been meaning to post this offer for nearly a week, so I hope I am not too late for you!
Disney Cruise Lines are offering free sailings for your kids on an (admittedly somewhat narrow) range of sail dates at the very beginning of the Mediterranean cruise season for 2101. The cruises on the Disney Magic are 10 or 11 nights, and take in amazing, interesting ports of call in Italy, Spain, France, Tunisia, Malta and Corsica...
If you don't mind pulling your kids out of school for a couple of weeks (and on these cruises they will certainly have ample opportunities to learn Geography and History first-hand) you take an amazing family cruise, for WAY less than otherwise might be the case. (I booked a family of 4 in an inside cabin for $5800 USD for 11 nights - before airfare, but including all other taxes and fees). Compare that with a 7-night cruise in the Caribbean, for the same family and cabin type which could easily be $4600 or more...
Accommodations can range from standard "inside cabins" right up to the deluxe balcony staterooms (but not suites). Kids up to 17 years of age sail for free, as long as they are travelling with 2 paying adults. The dates to consider are between April 24th, 2010 and May 26th, 2010. While there is no actual last "booking date" to take advantage of this offer, space is limited, so if you are interested you should book as early as you can, as prices continue to increase (as per most cruise bookings) the later you book...
See below for more details (source, DisneyTravelAgents.ca)
Disney Cruise Lines are offering free sailings for your kids on an (admittedly somewhat narrow) range of sail dates at the very beginning of the Mediterranean cruise season for 2101. The cruises on the Disney Magic are 10 or 11 nights, and take in amazing, interesting ports of call in Italy, Spain, France, Tunisia, Malta and Corsica...
If you don't mind pulling your kids out of school for a couple of weeks (and on these cruises they will certainly have ample opportunities to learn Geography and History first-hand) you take an amazing family cruise, for WAY less than otherwise might be the case. (I booked a family of 4 in an inside cabin for $5800 USD for 11 nights - before airfare, but including all other taxes and fees). Compare that with a 7-night cruise in the Caribbean, for the same family and cabin type which could easily be $4600 or more...
Accommodations can range from standard "inside cabins" right up to the deluxe balcony staterooms (but not suites). Kids up to 17 years of age sail for free, as long as they are travelling with 2 paying adults. The dates to consider are between April 24th, 2010 and May 26th, 2010. While there is no actual last "booking date" to take advantage of this offer, space is limited, so if you are interested you should book as early as you can, as prices continue to increase (as per most cruise bookings) the later you book...
See below for more details (source, DisneyTravelAgents.ca)
You can travel through time and enjoy the ageless charm of the sun-kissed Mediterranean with this special offer from Disney Cruise Line!
Offer Details:
Travel Window:
- Kids 17 and under sail free* on most
10- and 11-night Mediterranean cruises when traveling with two full-fare
Guests in the same stateroom.- Government Taxes and Fees not included.
- Offer applies to stateroom Categories 4 -12.
During these voyages, you will visit captivating locales such as Barcelona, Rome and the French Riviera.
- Sail dates April 24 – May 26, 2010.
Onboard, you’ll discover something magical for every member of the crew with separate areas for kids, teens, adults and families.
*Offer applies to new bookings only. The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited. Other offers, discounts or onboard credits do not apply. See Disney Cruise Line brochure for details and applicable Terms and Conditions.
Read more!...
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Adventures by Disney 2010!!!
In just a few moments, I will be taking a seminar from Disney about their new 2010"Adventures by Disney" offerings. I will blog with insights on these great vacations, immediately after (or perhaps even during the webinar... oooohhhh!) with what I find out.
In the meantime, here is a bit of blurb that I received a couple of days ago:
Stay tuned, dear reader...
In the meantime, here is a bit of blurb that I received a couple of days ago:
Discover Adventures by Disney Vacations 2010
The 2010 Adventures by Disney vacations were created especially for families, with breathtaking trips spanning six continents – from Alaska to Australia, Costa Rica to Canada, and points in between. With Adventures by Disney, your will meet enthralling local experts, enjoy backstage access, VIP treatment and other exclusive experiences. ...
Discover these incredible vacations that are fun for families, with special thrills just for the kids. Your and your fellow travelers are hosted by two Disney-trained Adventure Guides. Best of all, Adventures by Disney will handle the details, so you can spend their time having the time of your lives.
Click here for more reasons why the only way to see the world, is to see it with Disney.
Stay tuned, dear reader...
Read more!...
Monday, August 10, 2009
A bit more info on the Walt Disney World packages for 2010
I have been snooping around to fill in the blanks on the new 2010 packages for Walt Disney World, and to see if they have added anything and/or made any changes. In general, most things are the same. A summary of differences is given below (if anyone has found any others, please let me know)...
Ticket prices:
Ticket prices did go up at the beginning of August, as I predicted - I will try to get the list of new rates posted on our agency website in the next couple of days. This price increase will be reflected in the package rates, as well as for those buying tickets individually.
Clarification:
Not all resorts are available to book for all dates in 2010, just yet. Some of the "Disney Vacation Club" properties (such as the Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort) are not be able to be booked until 8 months in advance of travel... so some of you will still have to wait a bit, if booking for next summer. Winter bookings are, of course, no problem...
2010 Dining Plans - approximate costs:
The inclusions in the various dining plans are the same as 2009, but the prices have increased just a little (deluxe plan prices are unchanged).
New costs (for most of the year) are:
Disney has introduced "seasonal pricing" for the dining packages, meaning that if you are travelling at certain peak season times, the cost of your dining will actually be higher than these amounts. As it will be built into your package price, which isn't "broken down" into component pricing, most of you are unlikely to notice this change, unless you choose to check the room rate, and pass cost separately. Then maybe you will notice that, like lots of restaurants, the prices on the menus go up a bit at their busiest, most popular (and most profitable!) times. At the time of writing, I am not certain when these "seasons" are, and/or how much extra the dining will really cost... I am thinking Christmas/New Year fo' sho'
Finally, for video game enthusiasts...
in 2009 each package came with a voucher for 30 minutes of consecutive play at the resort video arcade. This inclusion has been significantly improved, to 100 "game credits" which can be used non-consecutively. This may make some of you happy!
Ticket prices:
Ticket prices did go up at the beginning of August, as I predicted - I will try to get the list of new rates posted on our agency website in the next couple of days. This price increase will be reflected in the package rates, as well as for those buying tickets individually.
Clarification:
Not all resorts are available to book for all dates in 2010, just yet. Some of the "Disney Vacation Club" properties (such as the Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort) are not be able to be booked until 8 months in advance of travel... so some of you will still have to wait a bit, if booking for next summer. Winter bookings are, of course, no problem...
2010 Dining Plans - approximate costs:
The inclusions in the various dining plans are the same as 2009, but the prices have increased just a little (deluxe plan prices are unchanged).
New costs (for most of the year) are:
- Under $42 US per adult per night, under $12 US per child (3-9) per night on the "regular" Disney Dining plan
- Under $32 US per adult per night, under $10 US per child (3-9) per night on the Quick Service Dining plan
- Under $69 US per adult per night, and under $20 US per child (3-9) per night on the Deluxe Dining Plan (price unchanged from 2009)
Disney has introduced "seasonal pricing" for the dining packages, meaning that if you are travelling at certain peak season times, the cost of your dining will actually be higher than these amounts. As it will be built into your package price, which isn't "broken down" into component pricing, most of you are unlikely to notice this change, unless you choose to check the room rate, and pass cost separately. Then maybe you will notice that, like lots of restaurants, the prices on the menus go up a bit at their busiest, most popular (and most profitable!) times. At the time of writing, I am not certain when these "seasons" are, and/or how much extra the dining will really cost... I am thinking Christmas/New Year fo' sho'
Finally, for video game enthusiasts...
in 2009 each package came with a voucher for 30 minutes of consecutive play at the resort video arcade. This inclusion has been significantly improved, to 100 "game credits" which can be used non-consecutively. This may make some of you happy!
Read more!...
Wednesday, August 05, 2009
2010 Walt Disney World and Disneyland Packages are available!!
Approximately 3 weeks earlier than I expected, Disney announced yesterday that their 2010 package vacation packages are now available to book...
So, if you are looking to book your March Break vacation (or any other celebration planned for 2010) then please contact me and we'll get started on that!
So, if you are looking to book your March Break vacation (or any other celebration planned for 2010) then please contact me and we'll get started on that!
Read more!...
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