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Walt Disney World Hits Capacity December 30th and 31st

If you plan to spend today, December 30th, or tomorrow New Year’s Eve, at Walt Disney World, you hopefully have a Park Pass Reservation already. If you do not, you may be out of luck. Spots are completely filled for all four theme parks both today and tomorrow. On the Walt Disney World website, you can see that both the 30th and 31st have a ...

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New Year’s Eve Outside of Walt Disney World: New Year’s Eve at Busch Gardens Tampa

The Busch Gardens Christmas Town sign announces the festive event dates, Nov. 12 – Jan. 2, surrounded by sparkling string lights and holiday decorations, creating a warm holiday welcome for guests entering the park’s magical celebration.

Disney Park Pass Reservations are full for December 31. If you plan to be in the Orlando area on New Year’s Eve but can’t hit the Walt Disney World Theme Parks, what should you do? If you’re willing to travel a bit outside of Orlando, you might want to consider Busch Gardens Tampa. It’s located about an hour and 15 ...

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New Year’s Eve Outside of Walt Disney World: New Year’s Eve at SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando’s lakefront dazzles with a towering red Christmas tree centerpiece, surrounded by glowing holiday trees and shimmering fountains nightly—an immersive celebration that makes New Year’s Eve at the park truly unforgettable.

Disney Park Pass Reservations are full for December 31. If you plan to be in the Orlando area on New Year’s Eve but can’t hit the Walt Disney World Theme Parks, what should you do? SeaWorld Orlando is currently holding the annual SeaWorld Christmas Celebration. That runs through January 2, 2022. The festivities will be expanded on New Year’s Eve. ...

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Mears Connect Signs Are Up at Orlando International Airport

Disney’s Magical Express has been transporting Guests staying on Walt Disney World property to and from Orlando International Airport since 2005. Earlier this year, Disney announced that the service would end on December 31, 2021. That meant that Guests would need to find a different way to and from the airport. Almost immediately, Mears Transportation Group announced Mears Connect. It ...

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New Year’s Eve Outside of Walt Disney World: New Year’s Eve Celebration at Old Town

Sparkling gold confetti and a shimmering “2022” sign glimmer above a festive clock, all set against a dramatic black backdrop with bold “Happy New Year” lettering—capturing the excitement and countdown magic of ringing in the new year at your favorite theme park celebration.

Disney Park Pass Reservations are full for December 31. If you plan to be in the Orlando area on New Year’s Eve but can’t hit the Theme Parks, what should you do? Related: New Year’s Eve Outside of Walt Disney World: “Rocking New Year” at Sunset Walk Old Town is located near Walt Disney World in Kissimmee. The official website ...

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New Year’s Eve Outside of Walt Disney World: “Rocking New Year” at Sunset Walk

Ring in the New Year at Sunset Walk’s Rocking New Year celebration on December 31, 2021, featuring dazzling fireworks lighting up the night sky over the entertainment district.

Disney Park Pass Reservations are full for December 31. If you plan to be in the Orlando area on New Year’s Eve but can’t hit the Theme Parks, what should you do? One possibility is Rocking New Year’s Eve at nearby Sunset Walk. Located in front of Margaritaville Orlando Resort, Sunset Walk is a quick drive from Walt Disney World. ...

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New Regulations Could Disrupt Cruises to Puerto Rico

Mickey Mouse, dressed as a captain, stands on the deck of a Disney Cruise Line ship, saluting with a bright red flag nearby and the sparkling ocean behind him, capturing the excitement and adventure of setting sail with Disney.

The cruise industry has been up and running again for only a few months, but the omicron variant of coronavirus is making waves. Already there have been several ships where dozens of passengers have tested positive. Now, stopping at a popular port may not be possible. On December 26, Puerto Rico implemented new regulations that make it next to impossible ...

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A Delicious Sweet Potato Appetizer Recipe for Kwanzaa

Sliced sweet potatoes topped with cranberries and nuts are presented on a cheerful white platter—this colorful snack brings festive flair to theme park celebrations, making it a popular treat during Kwanzaa festivities or special events at entertainment resorts.

Grab your Mickey cookie cutter, your Minnie apron, and your other Disney themed kitchen items, because it’s time to make a special appetizer for Kwanzaa! Of course, you don’t need to have Disney inspired items to make this tasty treat, but everything tastes even better when it’s shaped like Mickey. This sweet potato recipe can be sweet or savory, and ...

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Record High New Year’s Eve Temperatures?

Gertie the Dinosaur at Disney’s Hollywood Studios rocks a festive Santa hat and playfully holds a red "50" ornament in her mouth beneath a cloudy sky, celebrating the park’s holiday season and 50th anniversary magic.

If you visited Walt Disney World the week before Christmas this year, you might have experienced temperatures that were cooler than you expected. The temperatures dropped so low that Disney’s Blizzard Beach remained closed on December 22 and 23! Guests visiting the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day are experiencing something different. The Orlando area is in the middle ...

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Walt Disney World Schedule for December 30 Through January 2

A festive wreath adorned with a gold bow and pineapples decorates a lamppost on Main Street, U.S.A. near Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, set against a bright blue sky. The scene captures the enchanting holiday spirit of Disney Very Merriest After Hours, the exclusive sold-out event lighting up special nights at Walt Disney World.

It’s hard to believe that we’re almost at the end of 2021! If you plan to ring in the New Year at Walt Disney World, here are the schedules for the Theme Parks. Magic Kingdom At the Magic Kingdom, the entertainment schedule is the same for Thursday, December 30, and Friday, December 31. Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade will ...

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