DISNEY NEWS ROUNDUP: Festival Menus; Holiday News & Reviews; Limited Edition Holiday Pins & Gift Cards; Disney Treasure; Baby Tiger Cam & More
The holiday season is in full swing throughout Walt Disney World! This week, we’ve got reviews for Disney Jollywood Nights and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. The Disney Treasure has arrived at Port Canaveral, Florida. Disney has released videos of the baby tiger as he gets ready to debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and we got a look at new holiday Disney Gift Cards. Learn about these stories and more below.
1 – Menus Released for the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Opening November 29
EPCOT has a few more weeks to go before celebrating the season with the Festival of the Holidays. This week, we got a look at the full menus for the Holiday Kitchens, and we’re so excited about the offerings. Check out the menus at the link below.
Click here for the full menus for the 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays.
2 – Disney Releases Limited-Edition Holiday Pins and Disney Gift Card Designs
Every year, we look forward to the Disney holiday gift card designs. Disney has released the gift cards, and they are the perfect gift. Learn more at the link below.
Click here for the 2024 Limited Edition Holiday Pins and Disney Gift Card Designs.
3 – Disney Jollywood Nights 2024 – Our Review and What You Need to Know
Disney Jollywood Nights returns to Hollywood Studios this holiday season, offering a dazzling
array of new experiences and festive cheer. This limited-capacity, five-hour event runs on select nights from November 9 through December 21 and invites guests to celebrate the season with immersive holiday décor and exclusive entertainment. We had a fantastic time on opening night. Read our review and what you need to know about this event at the link below.
Click here for our review and what you need to know about Disney Jollywood Nights.
4 – Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2024 – Our Review and What You Need to Know
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party has kicked off for the 2024 holiday season. We enjoyed visiting the party on its second night. We love the party for its holiday cheer, fantastic entertainment, and unique characters. Learn more about this year’s party and what you need to know at the link below.
Click here for our review and what you need to know about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.
5 – The Disney Treasure Arrives in Port Canaveral & Christening Information
Disney Cruise Line’s new ship, the Disney Treasure, marked a special milestone this week, arriving at its homeport of Port Canaveral, Fla., in Brevard County, for the first time ahead of its maiden voyage on December 21, 2024. The ship was welcomed to Port Canaveral by hundreds of Disney cast members.
The Disney Treasure will unlock the far-reaching realms of Disney, Pixar, Star Wars, and Marvel and embrace dynamic tales from beloved Disney Parks attractions through captivating and immersive experiences on the high seas. The Disney Treasure will sail its maiden voyage on December 21, 2024, followed by a season of seven-night cruises to the Eastern and Western Caribbean out of Port Canaveral.
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Click here to see photos of the Disney Treasure arriving at Port Canaveral, Florida.
6 – Disney Launches Tiger Tuesdays for Baby Basko Updates at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
For the first time ever, Disney is giving a weekly behind-the-scenes glimpse at baby Bakso and his mom, Sohni, as they get ready for his big day on the Maharajah Jungle Trek. Every Tuesday, you’ll be able to tune in to Disney Parks YouTube to see what mom and baby are up to and get filled in on what’s been happening between Tiger Tuesdays. Who doesn’t want to see a tiger cub grow and learn and experience all his firsts? See the first video and learn more at the link below.
Click here to learn more about Tiger Tuesdays for Baby Basko.
7 – Disney Cruise Line Announces Disney Adventure Inaugural Sailing Prices
The Disney Adventure will set sail on its Maiden Voyage on Dec. 15, 2025, with a three-night itinerary out of Singapore. Early bookings for the inaugural season of the Disney Adventure will open on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024, with general bookings opening on Thursday, Dec. 10, 2024.
The early-booking dates for the Disney Adventure inaugural season are as follows:
- Pearl Castaway Club Members: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024 – 8:00 AM SGT, 7:00 PM ET the night before
- Platinum Castaway Club Members, Golden Oak residents and Club 33 Members: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024* – 8:00 AM SGT, 7:00 PM ET the night before
- Gold Castaway Club Members: Friday, Dec. 6, 2024 – 8:00 AM SGT, 7:00 PM ET the night before
- Silver Castaway Club Members, Disney Vacation Club® Members and Adventures by Disney® Adventure Insiders: Monday, Dec. 9, 2024*
- Bookings open to all Guests: Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024 – 8:00 AM SGT (7:00 PM ET the night before)
*Golden Oak residents, Club 33 Members, Disney Vacation Club® Members and Adventures by Disney® Adventure Insiders must book by phone during the early-booking period.
For a full list of inaugural season pricing and itineraries, please click here.
8 – Stay and Save Near Disney World: Black Friday + Cyber Week Offer
Caribe Royale Orlando, the luxurious resort located just minutes from Walt Disney World, has just announced a special deal for Black Friday and Cyber Week. Those looking to get ahead on 2025 travel planning and save some money can book a room for 30% off the best available rate and receive a $25 F&B credit during their stay. Book between November 19 and December 4, 2024, for travel dates November 21, 2024, through December 15, 2025. Blackout dates apply.
Caribe Royale Orlando is a tropical oasis offering something for everyone. Enjoy eight on-site dining options, ranging from the fine dining Italian steakhouse, The Venetian Chop House, to poolside Latin and Caribbean fare at Calypso’s Pool Bar & Grille and a high-tech sports-themed entertainment destination called Stadium Club. Additional amenities include theme park transportation, a sparkling pool with serene waterfalls, poolside cabanas, an on-site fitness center, seasonal activities and dining, and more.
What’s New and Happening Now at Walt Disney World Resort
Now Through November 23, 2024 – EPCOT Food & Wine Festival
Click here for what you need to know about the 2024 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival!
Click here for the menus for the 2024 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival!
Now – December, Select Nights – Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party & Jollywood Nights
Click here for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Magic Kingdom holiday menus!
Click here for our review and what you need to know about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.
Click here for our review and what you need to know about Disney Jollywood Nights.
Click here for the foodie guide for special eats and treats at Jollywood Nights.
Now – December – Holiday Season at Walt Disney World
Click here for the 2024 Guide to Holiday Offerings at Walt Disney World.
Click here for the complete guide to holiday treats at Disney Resorts.
Click here for the eight can’t-miss gingerbread displays and treats at Disney World in 2024.
Now Open! – Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Click here for our review and what you need to know about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
Click here for information on how to ride Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
Click here for details on a new, unique PhotoPass ops for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom.
Coming to Walt Disney World
November 29-December 30 – EPCOT Festival of the Holidays
Click here for details on the Candlelight Processional at the 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays.
Click here for the full menus for the 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays.
2025 – Reimagined ‘The Little Mermaid’ Live Show Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios
D23 Horizons Projects Announced for Walt Disney World
Click here to learn more about the Villains’ land coming to Magic Kingdom.
Click here to learn more about the Monsters, Inc. land coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Click here to learn more about the Cars expansion in Frontierland in Magic Kingdom!
Click here to learn more about Tropical Americas Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
Click here to learn more about the new nighttime parade coming to Magic Kingdom.
Click here to learn more about the lounges coming to Magic Kingdom and EPCOT!
Click here to learn more about Test Track reopening in 2025.
New & Coming Soon to Disney Cruise Line
Now Open – Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point – DCL’s Newest Private Island
Click here for an overview of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point and what you need to know.
Click here for the menus for Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.
Itineraries in 2024-2026
Click here to learn more about 2024 Halloween and Holiday Cruises on Disney Cruise Line.
Click here to learn about Disney Cruise Line’s Early 2025 Itineraries.
Click here to learn about Disney Cruise Lines’ summer 2025 itineraries.
Click here for details on Fall 2025 and Spring 2025 itineraries; now booking!
Disney Treasure – Sailing December 2024
Click here to learn about the new Haunted Mansion-themed lounge coming to the Disney Treasure!
Click here to learn about the new and exclusive Broadway-style show coming to the Disney Treasure!
Click here for more details about “Disney The Tale of Moana,” coming to the Disney Treasure.
Click here for a First Look at Disney Treasure Menus.
Click here for details on “The Aristocats”- Themed Lounge Coming to the Disney Treasure.
Click here for details on the new Marvel-themed Dining Experience Coming to the Disney Treasure.
Disney Destiny – Sailing November 2025
Click here for “Everything New Coming to the Disney Destiny Sailing in 2025.”
Click here for an overview of what you can expect on the Disney Destiny.
Click here for all the details on the upcoming Disney Destiny, sailing in 2025.
Click here for “Discover the Disney Destiny Day 1 – Your Own Heroes Journey.”
Click here for “Discover the Disney Destiny Day 2 – Villains.”
Disney Adventure, Sailing from Singapore
Click here for the grand reveal of the Disney Adventure, sailing in 2025!
Click here for details about the Disney Adventure, sailing from Singapore in 2025.
D23 Horizons Announcements
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