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 The holiday favorite, “Candlelight Processional,” will be back this year as part of the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth! The show will return on November 26 thru select dates, ending on December 30th.
Walt Disney World guests have enjoyed the annual “Candlelight Processional” since 1971, initially at Magic Kingdom Park and since 1994 at EPCOT. After being greatly missed during last year’s holiday season, this magnificent production will once again grace the America Gardens Theatre with a live orchestra, cast choir, and celebrity narrator retelling the traditional Christmas story in spectacular and heartwarming fashion. Details for the schedule of celebrity narrators and details about “Candlelight Processional” Dining Packages will be announced at a later date so stay tuned! If you're interested in seeing a "Candlelight Processional" during your Disney vacation, let your Simply Perfect Vacations agent know so they can let you know first thing when news is announced! Simply Perfect Vacations is a travel agency specializing in Disney Destinations; Universal Orlando vacations and beyond. When you book your vacation package with Simply Perfect Vacations you will receive our complimentary concierge services from the day you contact us to the day you get home, and everything in between. Contact a Simply Perfect Vacations agent today for more information or request a Walt Disney World resort quote or a Universal quote today! To get Disney vacation news this and other travel news and highlights delivered straight to your email inbox, sign up for our newsletter. As a thank you for signing up, you'll get our mini-guide to the Walt Disney World theme parks AND Universal Orlando parks for FREE!
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 Disney strikes again with their love of prix fixed menus at restaurants we love. The newest restaurant to join the prix fixed ranks is a personal favorite, the California Grill. Located on the 15th floor of Disney's Contemporary Resort, the California Grill not only offered stunning views of the Magic Kingdom and Seven Seas Lagoon, it offered diners an unforgettable dining experience with exceptional food and service and an impressive wine list. When it opened in 1995, the California Grill was considered a cutting-edge concept (especially for a theme park) for offering fresh, seasonal dishes prepared in the stunning on-stage kitchen. It quickly became a popular dining destination for guests of Walt Disney World. As part of “The World’s Most Magical Celebration,” California Grill will offer a "limited-time" three-course menu with dishes inspired by past favorites. Adults will be $89 each (plus tax and gratuity) and children will be $39 each (plus tax and gratuity). Here is the full 50th anniversary celebration menu.  From the Market Inspirations, The California Grill Sushi Classics Trio – Blue Crab California Roll, Shrimp Tempura Roll, Spicy Kazan Roll – brings together three of the most popular rolls on one plate. The Spicy Kazan Roll includes blue crab, yellowfin tuna tataki, and sweet shrimp. But what makes this sushi roll unique is the Fireball Sauce with bay scallops, avocado, and mango, bringing the flavor to another level.
The House-Made Artisanal-Style Duck á la Orange Pizza has a fun backstory. Long Island Duckling with Orange Sauce was on the original Top of the World menu, and with artisanal flatbreads and pizzas from the on-stage wood-fired grills being a guest favorite, it made perfect sense to marry the two! Enter this delicious pizza with duck prosciutto and confit, orange-black mission fig jam, pickled shallots, aged blue cheese, and arugula – an homage to the classic from Top of the World and a California Grill staple. The Oak-Fired Filet of Beef with Black Truffle-Brown Butter Château Potatoes, Golden Raisins Vinaigrette, Cauliflower, and Black Garlic Butter has layers of incredible flavors. The Château Potatoes are beyond fabulous – slowly cooked in brown butter and topped with freshly shaved black winter truffles. “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” deserves a classic dessert that never goes out of style, and this delectable EARidescent Grand Marnier Soufflé is perfection. Served table-side with macerated Florida citrus and a delicious house-made Creamsicle Ice Cream. A sweet ending, indeed. This menu will be offered starting October 3, with reservations available September 23. If you'd like reservations to the California Grill on your Disney vacation, let your Simply Perfect Vacations agent know so they can secure your reservation! Simply Perfect Vacations is a travel agency specializing in Disney Destinations; Universal Orlando vacations and beyond. When you book your vacation package with Simply Perfect Vacations you will receive our complimentary concierge services from the day you contact us to the day you get home, and everything in between. Contact a Simply Perfect Vacations agent today for more information or request a Walt Disney World resort quote or a Universal quote today! To get Disney vacation news this and other travel news and highlights delivered straight to your email inbox, sign up for our newsletter. As a thank you for signing up, you'll get our mini-guide to the Walt Disney World theme parks AND Universal Orlando parks for FREE!  The virtual queue for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is ending on September 23rd. Guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios may experience this Star Wars attraction using a traditional standby queue.
It was also mentioned that the virtual queue may be brought back from "time to time" on a "as needed basis". Simply Perfect Vacations is a travel agency specializing in Disney Destinations; Universal Orlando vacations and beyond. When you book your vacation package with Simply Perfect Vacations you will receive our complimentary concierge services from the day you contact us to the day you get home, and everything in between. Contact a Simply Perfect Vacations agent today for more information or request a Walt Disney World resort quote or a Universal quote today! To get Disney vacation news this and other travel news and highlights delivered straight to your email inbox, sign up for our newsletter. As a thank you for signing up, you'll get our mini-guide to the Walt Disney World theme parks AND Universal Orlando parks for FREE!  Two brand-new nighttime spectaculars will be debuting on October 1st as part of the Walt Disney World 50th anniversary celebration, “Disney Enchantment” at the Magic Kingdom and “Harmonious” at EPCOT. To make these magical celebrations even more special, a new lineup of Appetizing Occasions will return. From sweet treats to international fare, there’s no shortage of options for making the most of the nighttime spectacular experience. Disney Enchantment, a brand-new, dazzling nighttime fireworks spectacular, debuts October 1st at Magic Kingdom Park. To enrich the experience of this immersive show, there’s a full menu of dessert party options that include viewing locations from the heart of the park to the Seven Seas Lagoon.  Celebration at the Top: 50th Flavors and Fireworks at Disney’s Contemporary Resort A sophisticated evening awaits at this event, where Guests are welcomed to the private Sonoma and Napa Rooms at California Grill to sample a selection of specialty drinks, canapes, sushi and small plates. Several items pay homage to the original menu from the resort’s opening in 1971, including a Florida Lobster Bisque. After an elevated cocktail hour, Guests can step outside to the observation deck on the 15th floor for a unique viewpoint of Disney Enchantment, complete with the synchronized music. The event continues back inside after the show with petit-fours, cordials and coffee.
At Magic Kingdom Park, three dessert party options put Guests right in the middle of the magic to view Disney Enchantment. Each event includes 50th anniversary-themed delights at different times throughout the evening at Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant. No matter which party Guests choose, they’ll discover a host of 50th anniversary-themed desserts prepared by our pastry chef, including chocolate-dipped strawberries and butterscotch pudding, plus a variety of cheeses. Drink selections will also be available, including an assortment of beer and wine for Guests ages 21 and over. Magic Kingdom 50th Fireworks Dessert Parties: Disney Enchantment Pre-Party Guests can sweeten the evening at Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant at Magic Kingdom Park with 50th anniversary-themed desserts prepared by our pastry chef, a variety of cheeses and beverages, with selections of beer and wine included. Then, before the show begins, Cast Members will escort Guests to a reserved standing viewing location in one of the plaza gardens with prime viewing of Disney Enchantment.
Magic Kingdom 50th Fireworks Dessert Parties: Disney Enchantment Treats & Seats After a day of Magic Kingdom Park fun, Guests can enjoy 50th anniversary-themed desserts prepared by our pastry chef, a variety of cheeses and beverages, with selections of beer and wine included. Guests can experience the fireworks views from the comfort of dedicated reserved seating at Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant.
Magic Kingdom 50th Fireworks Dessert Parties: Disney Enchantment After-Party Like the Disney Enchantment Pre-Party, this experience includes reserved standing viewing of Disney Enchantment in one of the plaza gardens. After taking in the sights and sounds of the spectacular, Guests can visit Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant for a spread of 50th anniversary-themed desserts prepared by our pastry chef, a variety of cheeses and beverages, with selections of beer and wine included.
 Ferrytale Fireworks: A Sparkling Dessert Cruise Set sail from the Transportation and Ticket Center on one of the iconic ferryboats for a magical evening on the Seven Seas Lagoon. Once onboard, Guests can taste a variety of bite-size signature sweets including build-your-own mousse, key lime tarts, cupcakes and specialty beverages with and without alcohol. Kids can even participate in an ultraviolet scavenger hunt. During the cruise, Guests can observe the Magic Kingdom Park fireworks accompanied by stunning water views. Slip on your "Mickey Vision" glasses to transform your viewing experience.
Starts Sept. 18, 2021; Reservations available now  Harmonious, one of the largest nighttime spectaculars ever created for Disney Parks, will soon light the World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT beginning October 1. With choreographed moving fountains, lights, pyrotechnics and lasers in a 360-degree view. Harmonious shows how Disney music and stories have the power to bring people from all around the world together to unlock the magic of possibility. For Guests looking for dinner and a show, there are two new package options available at two delectable World Showcase restaurants.
Rose & Crown Fireworks Dining Package Dine under the stars on the patio at Rose & Dining Room, which serves classic British fare. Sit back and enjoy the wonder of Harmonious. This package features a prix-fixe menu including one appetizer, entrée, dessert platter and unlimited beverages. Check-in begins 45 minutes prior to the show. The dining experience will last approximately 90 minutes, ending when the show ends.
Spice Road Table Dining Package Dine in the covered, outdoor dining area reminiscent of the cafes from the Moroccan seaside with a stunning view of Harmonious. Spice Road Table offers a variety of Mediterranean small plates, including Grilled Lamb Kefta, House-made Hummus Fries and Spiced Chicken. The Spice Road Table Dining Package includes two small plates, a dessert platter and unlimited beverages. Check-in begins 45 minutes prior to the show. The dining experience will last approximately 90 minutes, ending when the show ends.
Advance reservations are highly recommended for dining and the Enchanting Extras Collection and your Simply Perfect Vacations agent will make them for you. For experiences located at Magic Kingdom Park and EPCOT, valid theme park admission and reservations are required. Simply Perfect Vacations is a travel agency specializing in Disney Destinations; Universal Orlando vacations and beyond. When you book your vacation package with Simply Perfect Vacations you will receive our complimentary concierge services from the day you contact us to the day you get home, and everything in between. Contact a Simply Perfect Vacations agent today for more information or request a Walt Disney World resort quote or a Universal quote today! To get Disney vacation news this and other travel news and highlights delivered straight to your email inbox, sign up for our newsletter. As a thank you for signing up, you'll get our mini-guide to the Walt Disney World theme parks AND Universal Orlando parks for FREE!  Get ready to take (a simulated!) flight 220 miles above Earth’s surface as Space 220 Restaurant at EPCOT officially begins virtual departures on September 20th for walk-up diners. Reservations will be available to book on September 20th for reservations on September 27th and after. The out-of-this-world dining experience will take diners on a journey from Earth to the stars, a simulated 220 miles above Earth’s surface, for an immersive experience that will delight all the senses. This experience is unique to EPCOT, where the magic of human imagination and possibility come to life. Serving upscale, contemporary fare, Space 220 Restaurant offers a two-course prix fixe menu for lunch and a three-course prix fixe menu for dinner. Guests will enjoy a selection of “lift-off” appetizers, “star course” main entrées, and a choice of “supernova sweets” for dessert. “Satellite sides” will also be available à la carte. Diners can expect unique beverages with a colorful lineup of atmospheric spirits, zero-proof (non-alcoholic) cocktails, big dipper brews, and worldly wines.  Two-Course Lunch (Includes one Lift-Off appetizer and one Star Course entrée) Lift-Offs
 Three-Course Dinner (Includes one Lift-Off appetizer, one Star Course entrée, and one Supernova Sweet) Lift-Offs
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Atmospheric Spirits
These drinks come in a special Space 220 collectible cup:
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