The excitement is building for the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games taking place June 5-12 at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Yesterday, Walt Disney World Resort announced that thousands of athletes, families, and fans in attendance for the games will be treated to legendary entertainment- sprinkled with a little magic- with an exciting Opening Ceremony produced by Disney Live Entertainment.
Disney has a long-standing relationship with Special Olympics, which has included additional sponsorship and in-kind support for the USA Games, as well as staging multiple state and local events at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. As the presenting sponsor of the Volunteer Program for the 2022 Special Olympic USA Games, Disney will also support the families and fans cheering on the athletes this summer with cast members and community volunteers.
Special Olympics USA, Experience Kissimmee and Walt Disney World Resort made the announcement during the Special Olympics USA Games’ Head of Delegates meeting at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.
Keep checking back for more updates on this and other Special Olympics Florida events hosted every year at Disney.
Marvel Day at Sea cruises for 2022 are currently setting sail across the Caribbean, but we have good news for fans looking for an epic vacation in early 2023. Not only are these cruises returning next year, but for the first time ever, the largest assembly of Marvel Super Heroes and Villains on one ship will be sailing epic voyages from Miami, now on the Disney Dream!
Disney Cruise Line guests will assemble on the Disney Magic to celebrate the epic adventures of the Marvel Universe’s mightiest Super Heroes and Super Villains in a brand-new, day-long event: Marvel Day at Sea. The event kicks off on seven special sailings from New York City in the fall of 2017, followed by eight special voyages from Miami departing January through April 2018. The celebration combines the thrills of renowned Marvel comics, films and animated series, with the excitement of Disney Cruise Line entertainment to summon everyone’s inner Super Hero for the adventures that lie ahead during this unforgettable day at sea. (Chloe Rice, photographer)
Marvel Day at Sea combines the thrills of renowned Marvel comics, films and animated series with the excitement of a Disney cruise during an unforgettable day at sea. This day-long celebration on select five-night Caribbean cruises features encounters with some of Guests’ favorite Marvel Super Heroes, action-packed entertainment and Marvel-themed activities designed for the whole family to enjoy.
Along with visiting fan-favorite destinations in the Western Caribbean like Cozumel, Mexico, Grand Cayman and Disney Cruise Line’s private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay, Guests will be able to experience all that the Disney Dream has to offer while on a Marvel Day at Sea sailing. Broadway-style shows like Beauty and the Beast, themed dining, activities for every member of the family and Disney’s classic service and attention to detail are just a few things that await Guests on board.
2023 Itineraries: Marvel Day at Sea
Beginning Jan. 7, 2023, Marvel Day at Sea will take place on nine five-night Caribbean cruises sailing from Miami.
Departing Jan. 16, Jan. 30, Feb. 13 and Feb. 27, 2023, the Western Caribbean itinerary includes a stop at Cozumel, Mexico and Disney’s private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay.
Departing Jan. 7, Jan. 21, Feb. 4, Feb. 18 and March 4, 2023, the Western Caribbean itinerary includes Georgetown, Grand Cayman and Castaway Cay.
The Government of Hawaii is considering changes to Hawaii’s Safe Travels Program. Specifically, travelers planning to utilize their vaccine status to receive an exemption to the State of Hawaii’s mandatory quarantine may be required to be up to date on their COVID-19 booster shots. Please continue to stay updated on the latest travel requirements by visiting the State of Hawaii’s Safe Travels website.
As a reminder, the City & County of Honolulu also requires that all Guests ages 12 and older dining on property provide proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test taken within 48 hours. Please stay up to date on any changes to our offerings on the Know Before You Go page at DisneyTravelAgents.com.
Please note that the following Guest letter will be sent to all affected Guests:
Aloha ___(Guest)___,
We are delighted you have chosen to stay with us at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, Ko Olina. We are looking forward to welcoming you soon.
As you prepare for your upcoming trip, please be advised that the Government of Hawaii is considering changes to Hawaii’s Safe Travels Program. Specifically, travelers planning to utilize their vaccine status to receive an exemption to the State of Hawaii’s mandatory quarantine may be required to be up to date on their COVID-19 booster shots. Please continue to stay updated on the latest travel requirements by visiting the State of Hawaii’s Safe Travels website.
As a reminder, the City & County of Honolulu also requires that all guests ages 12 and older dining on property provide proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test taken within 48 hours. Please stay up to date on any changes to our offerings on the Know Before You Go page at DisneyAulani.com.
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All of us at Aulani Resort look forward to your arrival and wish you a truly magical stay!
Disney Cruise Line Guests will be immersed in the ever-unfolding stories of their favorite toys, monsters and heroes during the all-new Pixar Day at Sea aboard special sailings on the Disney Fantasy in early 2023.
Featuring one-of-a-kind experiences, this day-long celebration on select seven-night voyages will bring to life the beloved Pixar tales of “Toy Story,” “Monsters, Inc.,” “The Incredibles,” “Finding Nemo” and more exclusively for Disney Cruise Line Guests. Themed dining, character encounters, dance parties and a theatrical musical experience await families on this fun-filled day at sea that culminates with a deck party of incredible proportions.
A Pixar film festival, exclusive merchandise and photo opportunities will also be available as part of the new celebration. Other details and highlights include:
Character Encounters
From morning until night, Guests will dance, play and interact with their favorite Pixar pals, including Woody, Buzz Lightyear and Bo Peep from “Toy Story”; Mike, Sulley and Boo from “Monsters, Inc.”; Joy and Sadness from “Inside Out”; Dug and Russell from “Up”; and everyone’s favorite supers – Mr. Incredible, Elastigirl and Frozone from “The Incredibles.”
Immersive Entertainment
A new nighttime spectacular will call upon Disney Cruise Line Guests to help the Incredibles save the day.
A first-of-its-kind theatrical experience will bring to life the beloved story of Miguel and his family from “Coco” through live music and puppetry.
Families will be able to join their favorite characters from the beloved Pixar films for a dance party bash.
Dining Filled with Character
A new, interactive character dining experience hosted by Sheriff Woody, Jesse and Bullseye will kick-start the day with sing-a-longs, cowboy serenades and all the country breakfast fixins.
Families will enjoy a Pixar-themed dinner with dishes inspired by the Pixar Animation Studios’ California locale.
Guests will immerse themselves in undersea magic while dining in Animator’s Palate with visits from some of their favorite “Finding Nemo” friends, including interactive conversations with Crush.
Pixar Day at Sea will be included on nine select Disney Fantasy cruises from January through March 2023. Departing from Port Canaveral, Florida, the Disney Fantasy will sail to several Guest-favorite destinations in the eastern and western Caribbean. Eastern Caribbean itineraries feature stops in ports such as Tortola, St. Thomas and San Juan, Puerto Rico, while western Caribbean sailings visit Cozumel, Mexico; Grand Cayman; and Falmouth, Jamaica. Every cruise includes a visit to Disney’s private island oasis, Castaway Cay.
Please note: A Pixar Day at Sea toolkit is available. This toolkit contains a web page, web banners, social post, print ads and flyer on DisneyCopyright.com. Additionally, a postcard will soon be available on Disney Print Connection.
Excuse us while we fill your screen with some cuteness today! Disney’s Encanto is what all the buzz is about recently! Not only do we all have “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” on repeat in our minds, but we’re loving every minute of the colorful joy of diversity Encanto’s animated Madrigal Family is spreading. Now, a little girl is sure she has seen herself in the main animated character, Mirabel Madrigal.
It wasn’t too long ago that we were sharing the adorable news of a sweet boy named Kenzo who was sure he was seeing himself on TV while watching Disney’s Encanto. When the young animated character, Antonio, popped up, he was thrilled to see himself in the movie. Now, we see the same sweetness happening in a young girl as she relates to Mirabel’s appearance.
The mother of a sweet little girl named Manu took to an Instagram page for her daughter (@manubaby03) to share a video of her child watching Disney’s Encanto for the first time. When young Mirabel pops up on the screen, this adorable little girl believes she is seeing herself!
The round glasses, big bright eyes, and curly hair fit Mirabel’s character appearance perfectly! Manu immediately said, “It’s me, Mommy!” in her native Portuguese. Manu’s mom captured the moment in the video which according to PopSugar mom responds with “It’s you? Look at Mommy, let me see if it’s you.” Manu then turned around to showcase her adorable resemblance.
When Manu later saw the adult version of Mirabel, she said, “I grew up, Mommy!” Now, the mother adds she wants to watch the Encanto film every day. The post has received over 17,000 likes and counting. Check out the video below:
Disney’s Encanto continues to take its levels of success to new heights with a recent Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature along with topping Billboard Charts for the music created by Lin-Manuel Miranda. If you haven’t had a chance to see the new Disney film yet, Encanto is currently streaming on Disney+.
