Kingdom Konsultant Travel Blog

As many of you already know, Disney goes above and beyond other theme parks when it comes to accommodating guests with disabilities.  The Disability Access Service card, or DAS card for short, has been a great tool for families that might not be able to wait in line for an extended period of time for various medical reasons.  In the past, guests would go to Guest Relations upon entering the park, request the bright green DAS card, and Guest Relations would take a photo of the guest for the front of the card.  Disney is now making this system electronic, to blend seamlessly with the MyMagic+ technology already being used throughout the parks and resorts. Find Guest Relations on www.waltdisneyworld.com or the MDE app The procedures for acquiring and using the Disability Access Service has not changed, but instead of carrying around a paper card, it will all be set up on the ticket media that the guest used to enter the park; either a Magicband or plastic ticket. ...

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Free Dining is BACK for 2015!! Now available for all guests for many dates this fall. If you check-in on any valid date, you will receive Free Dining for your entire stay. Stay in a Deluxe or Moderate resort, and receive the Plus Dining Plan for free. Stay in a Value resort, and receive the Quick Service Dining Plan for free, with the option to upgrade to the Plus Dining plan. This offer requires the purchase of a 2 day ticket for every guest in the room, with either the Park Hopper or Water Park Fun and More option Here are the valid arrival dates: August 28-October 2 October 25- October 31 November 8-November 19   December 15-December 21 Excluded resorts: All-Star Movies, Port Orleans French Quarter, Grand Floridian Villas, Polynesian Villas Bay Lake Tower, Fort Wilderness Campsites, Art of Animation Little Mermaid Rooms and all 3 Bedroom Villas. Port Orleans Riverside is available through October 2nd, and excluded the remainder of the fall.  ...

Spring is in full swing at Walt Disney World and so has Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival !  This is one of my favorite times of the year to visit Epcot.  The gardens, flowers and even food booths enhance the beauty that Epcot already has. Along with the addition of food and beverage booths in recent years, the highlight of the Flower and Garden Festival is definitely the topiaries. Throughout Future World and World Showcase, guests can find their favorite characters transformed in to beautiful green topiaries. While I enjoy all of them, here are a few photos of some of my favorites! Have you visited the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival?  What was your favorite topiary? Jess

Tickets are now on sale for the 2015 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Parties and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Parties!  These are separate ticket events, after hours in the Magic Kingdom. Both feature special entertainment, including a holiday themed version of Wishes, holiday parade, dance parties, special characters, and other offerings throughout the park.  The Halloween parties are "not-so-scary" fun, great for all ages. Most guests dress up in costume, from kids to adults! There's also free trick-or-treating at many stations all over the park- so bring a big bag and load up on candy! For the Christmas parties, the magic of Disney makes it snow on Main Street USA! There are also  complimentary  (and delicious!) cookies and hot cocoa all throughout the park. Gluten free options are also available for those who need them.  The dates for 2015 are as follows. Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party September 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27. Oc...

How much longer until your next Disney trip?

You can find more pictures of this resort by clicking here . Saratoga Springs, New York is a fantastic small town Upstate, which I had the pleasure to live in for four years.  So, when Disney opened the Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa, I could not wait to stay there! Saratoga’s main attraction is the horseracing track that is still active today.  The resort is inspired by the Victorian track life of the 1800’s and also the great Natural Springs.  The décor of the main lobby and grounds incorporate the art and styling of that era.  Saratoga Springs Resort has two dining options. The Artist’s Palette is the quick service option for the resort and is located just off the main lobby.  They serve three meals a day and have special offerings such as mickey waffles, sandwiches and pizza.  This is also where you can go to find the gift shop and purchase other necessary pantry items.  The Turf Club Bar and Grill is the table service option at the resort a...