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Updated 6/16/22 For the most up-to-date information about the phased reopening of the Walt Disney World Resort, please visit the   Walt Disney World Know Before You Go Guide. Liberty Tree Tavern, located in the Liberty Square section of Magic Kingdom, is the place to go for anyone who is happy to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner year round. Liberty Tree Tavern is a colonial-style inn that will take you a step back in time with its wood paneling, candelabra chandeliers, and fireplaces. There are six dining rooms, each of which is themed after an historical U.S. figure: Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, John Paul Jones, Paul Revere, Betsy Ross, and George Washington. No matter where you are seated, you’ll be sure to experience amazing service from the waitstaff and find yourself with plenty of delicious food to enjoy. Food and drinks are brought to the tables in this all-you-care-to-enjoy restaurant and includes: Declaration Salad, Patriot’s Platter (roasted turkey, pot roast, oven-...

Updated 6/16/22 For the most up-to-date information about the phased reopening of the Walt Disney World Resort, please visit the   Walt Disney World Know Before You Go Guide. Narcoossee's is currently unavailable due to a refurbishment. It is expected to return in 2023. Narcoossee’s is situated right on the Seven Seas Lagoon, across from the Magic Kingdom in Disney’s Grand Floridian. Reservations are highly recommended for this popular dining location, which is known for its “coastal cuisine”. Narcoossee’s is only available for dinner. It is a Signature Dining restaurant, so you can expect to spend $35-60 per adult and if you are on the Disney Dining Plan, it will use two credits per guest. While this restaurant is popular for its seafood there are options outside that category. The menu includes many choices, some of which are below:  Appetizers, Soups, & Salads: Shrimp and Grits, Artisanal Cheeses, and Crab Cakes. Entrees: Salmon, Lobster, Sirloin Steak, Filet Migno...

Updated 6/16/22 For the most up-to-date information about the phased reopening of the Walt Disney World Resort, please visit the   Walt Disney World Know Before You Go Guide. Cape May Café, located in Disney’s Beach Club Resort, is a great place for a beachy buffet! Guests staying at other resorts might consider dining here on a day that you’re visiting Epcot or Hollywood Studios as the resort is easy to access from those parks. If you are heading to Beach Club from your resort, you will need to either drive or visit a theme park or Disney Springs to grab Disney transportation over to the Beach Club.   Reservations are recommended at this restaurant, which serves breakfast and dinner. Cape May Café hosts Minnie’s Beach Bash Breakfast from 7:30am to 11:30am and you’ll typically see Minnie, Mickey, Donald, and Daisy stopping by tables in their beach attire. The buffet offers many options and includes: baked goods, pastries, Mickey waffles, fruit, eggs, sliced meats, hot be...

An essential part of any Disney vacation is taking plenty of pictures to document your trip! Below are some of the best places to take pictures in each park… Magic Kingdom Cinderella Castle The Main Street Railroad Main Street USA The Partners Statue (Walt & Mickey – in front of the castle) Tangled Restroom area Fountain outside of Gaston’s Tavern The Haunted Mansion’s horseless carriage Sword in the Stone (near Prince Charming’s Regal Carrousel) The Purple Wall (Tomorrowland) The Candy Stripe Wall (Main Street Confectionary) Epcot Spaceship Earth The icons representing the countries in the World Showcase Journey Into the Imagination Building Bubblegum Wall (Spaceship Earth exit) Nemo & Friends (The Seas With Nemo & Friends) The Toothpaste Wall (The Seas with Nemo & Friends) The Land Wall (mosaic wall at the entrance to The Land) Hollywood Studios The Hollywood Studios arch Sunset Boulevard with Tower of Terror in the background The Rock N’ Roller Coaster guitar ...

Updated 4/21/2022 Be sure to request a Resort Guide at the front desk so that you can have the most up-to-date information about resort happenings and schedules.  For the most up-to-date information about the phased re-opening of the Walt Disney World Resort, please visit the  Walt Disney World Know Before You Go Guide. Nature lovers need to look no further than Disney’s Wilderness Lodge as their home away from home. You’ll feel relaxed the minute you walk into this resort’s grand 7-story lobby, which includes an 82-foot fireplace that duplicates the layers of the Grand Canyon. The atmosphere of the Wilderness Lodge gives guests the feeling that they are far away from the parks, yet it’s only minutes from Magic Kingdom – close enough that you can catch a glimpse of the fireworks from the resort! Wilderness Lodge is suitable for groups of all sizes as it has a wide-range of accommodations…read on to see if this is the resort for you! Resort type: Deluxe Location: Magic Kingd...

“I wish we could go to Disney right now!” I can’t count the number of times I’ve made that statement. On a recent Friday in, I was looking at park hours and saw that Magic Kingdom would be open until midnight that Sunday. The next thing I knew I was booking a room and flights for a spontaneous visit! Doing all this with only 36 hours until my flight took off had me excited and nervous all at once. It took a minute to clear my thoughts so I could figure out what needed to be done in such a short period of time.   I immediately logged into My Disney Experience and linked the trip to my account so that I could try for FastPasses. I was lucky enough to get 3 that I wanted – no Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, but I expected as much only two days out. I then wrote a list of the things that I absolutely needed to bring, and checked into the resort online. The next morning, I checked in for the flight, printed boarding passes, and packed a small carry-on bag with the help of my list. I was ...

Photo via DisneyParksBlog Guests staying on property during their Disney World vacation have the luxury of using Disney’s vast transportation system to get around. Buses, monorails, and boats are available free of charge, and Minnie Vans are available at a fee to give guests the opportunity to relax and let someone else do the driving. Many guests still need to either park a vehicle that they arrived in or need the use of a vehicle for a variety of reasons - maybe you're also headed over to Universal or want to take a trip to the Celebration Town Tavern for dinner. In any case, it's good to know ahead of time what to expect when parking at WDW. Disney World Resorts Overnight Self-Parking:  Value Resorts: $13/night Moderate Resorts: $19/night Deluxe & Deluxe Villa Resorts: $24/night Valet Parking: Select Deluxe & Deluxe Villa Resorts: $33/night Day Guests Complimentary standard self-parking for select dining, shopping, & recreation experiences Disney World Th...

Planning for a Disney vacation can be simultaneously exciting and overwhelming! It’s such an amazing trip to look forward to but it’s a challenge to manage all the details in an organized way. Families that include members with special needs have additional details that need to be addressed when planning for time away from home and daily routine. Planning a vacation that includes people with autism and other special needs can best be met by someone who understands their unique needs and the detailed preparation involved in embarking on such a lengthy trip. At On The Road Travel you can plan with me, Dawn K. Zorilo, a Certified Autism Travel Professional (CATP) who also holds a Master’s Degree and New York State Certification in Students with Disabilities. In addition to formal training, I have years of experience working directly with children with special needs and their families. I understand the specific details and challenges that are involved and am ready to help you prepar...

One of the toughest parts of planning a Disney vacation can be what to pack... There are of course your basics of clothes, toiletries, shoes, etc. but Disney can require some special things that you may not think of if it's your first time! Lucky for you, the agents at On The Road Travel have put together a handy checklist to help you prepare for your upcoming vacation! Of course there could be an infinite list of everything you need to pack for your Disney vacation, but as long as you have these essentials, you'll be prepared! To start planning your next vacation, contact your On The Road Travel Agent! You can also connect with us on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram .

Save Time with Single Rider Lines   You want make the most of your time while visiting Disney parks. Using FastPasses will save you lots of time by allowing you to bypass the standby line but you might not know that certain rides have a 3rd line – the single rider line. This line is a great option for anyone who doesn’t mind filling in those single seats left open by odd-numbered groups. While you won’t likely be sitting directly next to the people in your traveling party, you’ll often find yourselves in the same vehicle, and it offers a faster wait so you spend less time in line and more time enjoying all that the parks have to offer! To save yourself some extra time the next time you’re in the parks be sure to see if the single-rider lines are available at the following attractions: Walt Disney World - Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster   - Expedition Everest - Test Track - Space Mountain Disneyland - Matterhorn - Splash Mountain - Indiana Jones Adventure - Radiator Springs ...

Your Disney World vacation is booked and linked to your MyDisneyExperience account! Everyone's MagicBands have been personalized and the countdown has begun! You know it’s almost time for your vacation when you receive your MagicBands in the mail! They’re new and colorful and everyone is so excited, but what do MagicBands do exactly? Your MagicBand: ...lets you check-in for Disney’s Magical Express Pack your MagicBand in your carry-on luggage if you are flying into Orlando International Airport. When the plane lands, put your MagicBand on and use it to check-in for Disney’s Magical Express, and board the bus to your resort. ...is your room key When you get to your resort, just raise your MagicBand to the touch point on the door to unlock your room with ease. No need to worry about searching for a key or having your hands free. ...is your park & special event ticket You’ve purchased park or special event tickets that have been linked to your MagicBand through MyDisne...

Preparing for a Disney World vacation is so exciting! There are endless opportunities for fun with a variety of experiences that appeal to all ages and interests. So, for those of you who do not want to miss out on favorite characters, use the following information as a guide organized to help you select the experiences that are most important to you. Remember, details are subject to change so always double-check for accuracy using the My Disney Experience app or in-park Times Guide. Meet & Greet Opportunities Take pictures with your favorite characters and get some autographs, too! Photopass is usually offered at these experiences. Check your guide map or MyDisneyExperience to see exactly where you can meet these characters. Magic Kingdom Alice in Wonderland, Ariel, Buzz Lightyear, Daisy, Donald Duck, Gaston, Goofy, Merida, Mickey, Minnie, Peter Pan, Pluto, Rapunzel, Tigger & Winnie the Pooh, Tinker Bell Epcot Aladdin & Jasmine, Alice in Wonderland, Anna & Els...

When You Stay at a Disney Resort the Magic Begins at Home! So, you want to take a trip to Disney World, but you’re unsure about where to stay? Look no further than the more than 20 Disney resorts conveniently located on Disney World property! These resorts not only cater to all budgets, but they also appeal to a wide range of interests. With various themes and locations to choose from, there truly is something for everyone! Plus, there are so many perks! At Home… Advanced FastPass+ Reservations: As a guest staying on Disney property, you can select your FastPasses 60 days prior to your trip! This gives you a huge advantage when it comes to getting preferred passes and times – especially for new and popular rides, such as AVATAR: Flight of Passage, and Frozen Ever After. Guests who do not stay on Disney property can book FastPasses only 30 days prior to their trip. Complimentary MagicBands: When you stay at a Disney resort your complimentary MagicBands will be shipped to...

It’s week two of Meet Me Monday, and today is all about Dawn Zorilo! Dawn lives in New York with her husband, Bryan, and son, Joseph. She has loved Mickey Mouse and Disney movies since she was a child. Dawn was 11 when she first visited Disney World with her parents and brother, and that trip ignited a love for Disney that hasn’t stopped growing. Some of Dawn’s Disney favorites include: Resort: Wilderness Lodge Park: Epcot Ride: Tower of Terror Animated movie: The Lion King Live movie: Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl Character: the original black & white Mickey Mouse Reading about all things Disney and learning how to organize trips became a passion of hers. Many years and several Disney trips (including a honeymoon) later, Dawn was lucky enough to be introduced to Chris Cook-Leitz through her aunt. She got to know Chris over the years from booking trips and talking Disney with her, so Dawn was ecstatic when Chris invited her to join the team at On The...