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 Universal Orlando Resort invites you to unwrap a season of thrills, fun and excitement for the whole family with its destination-wide Holidays celebration – beginning Friday, November 22 and running daily through Tuesday, December 31. As part of admission to the theme parks, guests can enjoy festive experiences including the “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle” in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade; to meeting everyone’s favorite mean, green grouch, the Grinch, during Grinchmas; to watching larger-than-life floats and balloons during Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s, and so much more. Plus, you will want to take your holiday festivities at Universal Orlando to the next level with a stay at one of Universal’s hotels – all of which will be decked out in holiday décor and feature seasonal experiences – or by purchasing add-on, in-park experiences like The Universal Holiday Tour and The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast. It is time to start planning your visit and take advantage of a variety of offers, including the all-new Dining Card Vacation Package! This offer includes theme park admission, hotel accommodations and an included food and beverage dining card worth up to $1,000 to use at select restaurants and dining locations throughout the Universal Orlando Resort! For more information about the new Dining Card Vacation Package, click here. Here is an overview of all the in-park excitement and merriment taking over Universal Orlando Resort this holiday season:  Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure With festively themed décor, garland and twinkling lights adorning the streets of Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade, guests will be surrounded by holiday magic as they explore The Wizarding World of Harry Potter this holiday season. Guests can grab a Hot Butterbeer and enjoy special holiday-themed performances by The Frog Choir, comprised of Hogwarts students and their giant frogs, in Hogsmeade, or dance along with the hit-sensation Celestina Warbeck and the Banshees in Diagon Alley. As night falls in Hogsmeade, the nighttime spectacle, “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle,” returns – bringing to life an awe-inspiring projection show on Hogwarts castle highlighting Christmas moments and holiday cheer inspired by the cherished characters and stories from the “Harry Potter” films.  Grinchmas at Universal Islands of Adventure Guests can enjoy a live retelling of the Dr. Seuss holiday classic, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” in the beloved stage show, “Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular.” Plus, Seuss Landing will transport guests directly to Who-ville, where they’ll be surrounded by whimsical holiday décor and enjoy special appearances from the Whos and even get a chance for a photo opportunity with the mean-one himself – the Grinch!  Universal's Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s at Universal Studios Florida Beloved pop culture-inspired stories and characters from Illumination’s Despicable Me, DreamWorks Animation’s Shrek and Madagascar – along with cherished holiday traditions – come to life as larger-than-life balloons and colorful holiday floats during Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s. And capping off the picturesque parade is a special appearance by Santa Claus and the magnificent lighting of a grand 80-foot Christmas tree in Universal Studios Florida. And the holiday festivities don’t stop there. Guests will also be able to enjoy themed food and beverage, shop seasonal merchandise from an all-new Holiday Tribute Store, enjoy meet and greets with their favorite characters who are also in the holiday spirit – including the fan-favorite Earl the Squirrel, and take part in an all-new Holiday Nutcracker Hunt that will take them on a scavenger hunt across Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal CityWalk. Holiday Experiences that are available for an additional cost include:  The Universal Holiday Tour (available for an additional cost) Guests can enjoy a guided journey through popular holiday experiences across the destination with The Universal Holiday Tour, which includes:
 The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast at Universal Islands of Adventure (available for an additional cost)
Guests can start their day alongside the Grinch and other favorite characters from Seuss Landing while dining on delicious breakfast items like Green Eggs and Ham and Cindy-Lou Who’s Belgian Waffles during “The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast.” The plated breakfast takes place in Circus McGurkus Café Stoo-pendous in Universal Islands of Adventure on select dates beginning November 22 through December 30 for $62.82 (tax inclusive) per adult and $35.13 (tax inclusive) per child (ages 3-9). Holiday Celebrations at Universal Orlando’s Hotels Guests can enjoy additional holiday festivities at all eight Universal Orlando Resort hotels, each of which will be decked out with festive décor for the season. Special menus will be offered for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s and guests can join in on holiday celebrations, including Christmas tree lightings, Hannukah menorah lighting ceremonies, strolling carolers and more. Universal CityWalkUniversal CityWalk is also getting into the holiday spirit with specialty entertainment and menu offerings at select venues. Book your Universal Resort vacation with Simply Perfect Vacations and you'll receive our concierge vacation planning services complimentary when you book a Universal Resort stay with theme park tickets. Your agent will help you dining reservations and activity reservations; recommendations on where to eat; what rides to ride; tips and tricks to make the most of your day and so much more! Request a quote today or you can contact a Simply Perfect Vacations agent for more details about a Universal Orlando vacation! To get Universal vacation news like this along with 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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 Twinkling lights, festive décor, and magical celebrations will fill Magic Kingdom Park when “Disney Very Merriest After Hours” begins. This brand new, special-ticketed event, will debut on November 8 for only 24 nights, ending on December 21st.
The party will start at 9:00PM and end at 1:00AM, however tickets will grant guests admission to the Magic Kingdom as early at 7:00PM. The four hours of festivities will delight guests with “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks” (in addition to the brand-new fireworks spectacular "Disney Enchantment"!) and the special holiday-themed parade “Once Upon a Christmastime Parade”. During the parade (not a cavalcade) Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will be joined by pals from Disney’s “Frozen” and many other favorite Disney characters including the very popular Toy Soldiers. This festive parade will, of course, also feature Santa Claus himself! Guests can also experience during this limited-capacity, holiday party:
Event dates are: November: 8, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21, 23, 28, 30 December: 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 17, 19, 21 As with other Disney After Hours events, a limited number of tickets will be sold for this event. It’s held after regular park operating hours, with lower wait times and access to more than 20 select attractions. Tickets will go on sale August 20th, however, guests of select Disney Resort hotels can book tickets as early as August 17!. Tickets range from $169 to $229 plus tax for select November/ December nights, and $249, plus tax on December 19th & 21st. If you're interested in purchasing tickets for “Disney Very Merriest After Hours” These dated event tickets do not require an additional day theme park ticket or Disney Park Pass theme park 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 complimentary, no-obligation 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 four Walt Disney World theme parks AND Universal Orlando parks for FREE!  The holidays have arrived at Walt Disney World Resort! Guests visiting the Resort this holiday season will get to experience extra magic; festive decor; and fun experiences at all of four theme parks and Disney Springs. Magic Kingdom Park has been transformed to celebrate the holidays with twinkling lights; toy soldiers; poinsettias; wreaths; and the iconic Christmas Tree has returned to Main Street U.S.A. Your favorite Disney characters have put on their best holiday costumes for their character cavalcades throughout the park. Even Santa has joined the cavalcade route, bringing joy and holiday cheer to those visiting the theme park. The park's barbershop quartet, the Dapper Dans, have returned and are singing festive tunes from various parts of the park. And the crowd favorite Toy Soldiers have joined the Main Street Philharmonic band to march throughout the Magic Kingdom. At night, Cinderella Caste is showing off her special projection effects! Watch as the castle transforms into a snow fall; a Christmas sweater; a winter castle and more right before your eyes! Disney's Animal Kingdom's entrance now has a great Christmas tree and other holiday decorations, greeting guests upon their arrival. The character flotillas along Discovery River now have festive decorations and holiday music. Characters guests will see on the flotillas are Chip 'n' Dale; Discovery Drummers; Santa Claus and more!  Disney's Hollywood Studios At Disney's Hollywood Studios, the Hollywood Tower Hotel has been transformed into the Hollywood Holiday Tower Hotel. Fun projections transform the hotel into a Muppets gingerbread hotel; a "Toy Story" hotel; Arendelle; a Dickensian village; and more. Speaking of Frozen, Olaf is has joined the "For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration" attraction for a festive finale.
In addition to the Pixar, Disney Junior and Mickey Mouse motorcades on Hollywood Boulevard, guests visiting Disney's Hollywood Studios are now reporting sightings of Santa and elves in their very own motorcade! The shopping and entertainment district, Disney Springs, has become a winter wonderland complete with lights, decor, a Christmas Tree Stroll and the occasional snow flurry. On the Christmas Tree Stroll guests can enjoy elaborately-decorated Disney-themed trees that are spread throughout Disney Springs. Guests can also see Santa and Mrs. Claus at Disney Springs cruising around the lake on decorated pontoon boats. Starting on November 27th, Epcot's newest festival, the Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, will open! This holiday festival will offer guests holiday kitchens serving seasonal food and beverage specialties from nations around the world. Guests will also experience live holiday entertainment; a holiday cookie stroll through World Showcase and more! Joyful cavalcades around World Showcase Pavilion will offer guests the chance to see Santa Claus, Elsa, Mickey Mouse, The Voice of Liberty and so much more! If you're interested in visiting Walt Disney World this holiday season, request a quote or email your preferred Simply Perfect Vacations travel agent! As always, our concierge services are always free to our clients that book a Disney Vacation package with Simply Perfect Vacations.  Magic Kingdom 2019 Holiday Decorations From November 6th to December 30th, Walt Disney World guests will be able to enjoy holiday decor, themed merchandise, seasonal food and beverage offerings and entertainment at all four of the theme parks; Disney Springs and at the Disney Resorts! Santa will even be there to wave and call out holiday wishes to all.  At the Magic Kingdom, character cavalcades will have a holiday flare to them plus Christmas friends normally seen at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party (which will not be returning this year due to physical distancing guidelines) will be appearing! You can expect to see the Gingerbread men; elves; reindeer; and the Toy Soldiers as part of the cavalcades. At night there will be festive projections upon Cinderella Castle providing guests with various holiday-themed backdrop for their photos, instead of the Castle Dream Lights.  At Epcot, starting November 27th holiday festival booths will return around World Showcase for the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays. At World ShowPlace guests can enjoy the group, JOYFUL!, who will sing Christmas and holiday music. The Voices of Liberty will found performing favorite carols and songs of the season at the America Gardens Theatre stage. The Candlelight Processional will unfortunately not be returning this year due to the large crowds it draws.  At Disney's Hollywood Studios guests will experience merry motorcades throughout the park. At Hollywood and Vine, Minnie Mouse will be hosting a holiday character experience meal with her friends, including Santa Goofy and more in their holiday best starting November 6th, .  At Disney Springs, guests can expect elaborately-decorated Disney Christmas trees spread throughout the retail, dining and entertainment destination. At night, certain areas will even experience snow! Jock Lindsey's Holiday Bar will re-open, complete with delightful holiday décor and a delicious limited-time menu filled with festive favorites.  Disney Resorts Last, but certainly not least, the Disney Resort hotels will also be decked out for the holidays, with their lobbies featuring iconic trees and other festive flourishes. Unfortunately, the gingerbread displays will not be returning to the Resort hotels this year due to physical distancing guidelines.
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