All-New Holiday Nighttime Spectacular “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios November 14

The all-new  “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” holiday spectacular comes to Disney’s Hollywood Studios® at Walt Disney World® Resort on Nov. 14, 2016. 

Santa Claus is missing and the search-and-rescue mission to get The Big Guy back to the North Pole in time for Christmas Eve is all part of the fun. The show comes to life on, above and around the Chinese Theater with state-of-the-art projections, special effects, fireworks and a rousing seasonal musical score.

Led by elves Wayne and Lanny, the duo from ABC/Walt Disney Animation Studios’ animated special “Prep & Landing,” the spirited yuletide adventure to the North Pole features memorable holiday moments from Disney films including “Mickey’s Christmas Carol,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Pluto’s Christmas Tree,” “Bambi,” Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas” and more, all building to a festive finale that’s “So tinsel!”

A sweet way for your family to enjoy this new holiday spectacular is with the Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Holiday Dessert Party, which includes reserved viewing, desserts, specialty beverages and more. Each dessert party guest will get a pair of 3D HoloSpex® glasses to use while watching the show. The glasses create spectacular holographic illusions of gingerbread men, candy canes, snowflakes and ornaments on any bright point of light.

 (additional ticket purchase required for the dessert party)

Memorable, heartwarming, and enchanting for the entire family, these one-of-a-kind holiday experiences will dazzle you at Disney’s Hollywood Studios through Dec. 31, 2016.

Adventures by Disney Announces New Food & Wine Themed River Cruise

Earlier this year, Adventures by Disney® announced new river cruise itineraries for 2017, sailing along the Rhine River in Europe. And starting today, you have the chance to book an all-new Rhine River adventure designed specifically for foodies!

This 8-day, 7-night epicurean vacation sets sail on Oct. 21, 2017, allowing you to discover the unique culinary history and culture of four countries—Switzerland, France, Germany and the Netherlands. Onboard will be Disney Culinary Director John State and Master Sommelier Brian Koziol, who have worked hand-in-hand with Adventures by Disney to masterfully craft this premier gourmet sailing.

On this river cruise, you will: 


*Be immersed in gastronomic delights as you visit world-famous breweries, award-winning wineries and festive local pubs. 

*Expand your cooking repertoire with John State, the culinary director for Disneyland Resort, as he shares the authentic dishes of Europe during intimate gourmet demonstrations and workshops. 

*Learn about regional wines and food pairings as you visit the local vineyards with Brian Koziol, one of only 230 Master Sommeliers in the world. 



From taking patisserie and tart flambé classes in France and strolling through German vineyards to discovering the secrets of Swiss cheese and touring the Heineken factory in Amsterdam, a variety of delicious experiences are available for you to uncover on this all-inclusive, adult exclusive adventure.

Recipe: Disney Cruise Line Pirate Night Cannonball Crispy Treats

Peanut Butter Pretzel Gourmet Treats Return to the Disneyland Resort

Find them at Candy Kitchens throughout Disneyland and California Adventure!

All-New ‘Frightfully Fun Parade’ to Debut During Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland Park

Beginning this year, you are invited to gather for chills and thrills when the all-new “Frightfully Fun Parade” takes to the streets at Disneyland® Park, featuring a spectacle of spooky spirits from the deepest bayous of New Orleans to Halloweentown and beyond.

The Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow sets the mood as he arrives on his ghostly black steed just ahead of the parade itself, carrying a flickering jack-o-lantern as a warning to everyone along the parade route.

From “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” Jack Skellington the Pumpkin King brings greetings from Halloweentown, as residents arrive to celebrate their favorite time of year. Grim, grinning ghosts come out to socialize when Disney’s iconic Haunted Mansion attraction comes to “afterlife,” with swirling ballroom dancers, ominous gravediggers and a trio of hitchhiking ghosts. Inspired by Disney’s “The Princess and the Frog,” Dr. Facilier calls on mystical powers, summoning his Shadow Men from the bayou to loom large over his strange and twisted Voodoo parlor, and the mischievous Disney Villains appear out of the darkness, ready to stir up some trouble. A dark and dungeon-like lair takes over the parade route, bringing with it a wicked gathering of villainy from Hades and the Evil Queen to Jafar, Cruella and more!

The “Frightfully Fun Parade” will be presented exclusively during Mickey’s Halloween Party, a separately ticketed event at Disneyland Park hosted over 17 nights from Sept. 23-Oct. 31, 2016.

8 Days until our Magical Vacation

I found these images on tumbler, and thought this would be the perfect countdown!!!

Savor the Savanna: Evening Safari Experience at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

The Savor the Savanna: Evening Safari Experience allows you to welcome the evening at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park with a private safari, African tapas, all-inclusive beverages and more.


Once you hop aboard a private safari vehicle, you will journey deep into the heart of Harambe Wildllife Reserve. As the evening awakens, you’ll find yourself within one of the most secluded and breathtaking private viewing areas the Savanna has to offer. And, while savoring the scenery, you can indulge in a sampling of Africa-inspired tapas, paired with an all-inclusive selection of regional beers and wines.

A trained photographer will take photos throughout the adventure – a service that’s included with the tour. And, when the excursion comes to a close, you will receive a photo code you can use to access and download images taken during the experience. Plus, you’ll also receive a commemorative keepsake.

The cost is $169 per Guest (tax not included). Valid Theme Park admission is required, and each participant must be at least 8 years old. Each experience is limited to a maximum of 12 Guests. Inclement weather conditions and other factors may affect schedules, and offerings are subject to change without notice.

Book this experience, contact us today!
info@MyMainStreetMemories.com

What is FastPass+?

What is a FastPass+?

Think of it is a "VIP reservation" for the attraction of your choice!
It allows you to choose 3 rides/attractions in advance, and byass the standby line.

It is designed in 1 hour incriments.

I will use "It's a Small World" for the purpose of this article.

If you choose a FastPass+ for It's a Small World, you will have to also select a time.
If you choose 1pm, then you are actually choosing 1pm-2pm.

You will be able to make another FastPass+ selection for anytime that day, however, it cannot overlap the 1pm-2pm time slot.

How much does it cost?

FastPass+ is included in your park admission.
If you are a guest at a Walt Disney World resort, you will be able to make your FastPass+ selections 60 days in advance.

If you are not a Walt Disney World resort guest,  you will be able to make your FastPass+ selections 30 days in advance.

Will you make these selections for me?

Yes! Absolutely! Because you have booked your Disney Vacation with Main Street Memories! Yes, we absolutely will!
We are also happy to help you line those up, in proximity, so you are not running all over the parks, "chasing" a FastPass+, nor missing your dining reservations!

What happens after I have used the 3 I have pre-selected?

You will be able to chose another one! After you have used the first 3, or the time on them has passed....you can make another selection...from the mobile app, or you can visit one of the kiosks in the park, and a Cast Member can assist you!

What if I miss a FastPass+? Am I penalized?

No, you are not! That just goes away, and you will be able to choose another one, after you have used the first 3, or the time on them has passed.

Disney's Caribbean Beach resort pool update

Walt Disney World update:

Disney's Caribbean Beach resort:

The Martinique (reopens July 2nd) and Trinidad South (reopens June 11th) leisure pools are both currently closed for refurbishment.