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We recently announced a new “Beauty and the Beast”-inspired lounge coming to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Today, we’re excited to share the official name as well as menu details. 

Located on the second floor of the lobby, this re-imagined lounge will be called Enchanted Rose and will celebrate the magic and romance of Disney’s popular live-action movie. Featuring four unique spaces inspired by Belle and the Beast, you will find charm and elegance around every corner. The lounge includes a chandelier inspired by Belle’s flowing ball gown as well as a formal library that will showcase classical baroque designs and French furnishing. A garden room will take its inspiration from the enchanted forest surrounding the castle, and an outdoor patio will evoke the romance of Beast’s garden terrace. 

Enchanted Rose will feature a delicious menu with a variety of shareable bites. Guests can snack on an artisanal cheese selection with pine nut bread and raisins or enjoy an exquisite dish of white sturgeon caviar served with egg timbale, crème fraiche, and chives. 

In addition, you could try the Mini Smoked Short Rib Sliders with glacier blue cheese and onion marmalade on brioche buns. Or if seafood is more their style, you can order the Espelette Pepper-Spiced Shrimp or Octopus a la Plancha with black olives, blistered tomatoes, and fingerling potatoes. There’s also the Crab and Gnocchetti Gratin, which comes with jumbo lump crab, gnocchetti sardi, robiola bosina mornay, and citrus breadcrumbs.

Other options include truffle fries as well as a house-made flatbread pizza featuring charred broccolini, seasonal mushrooms, fennel sausage, ricotta salata, and tomato confits.

On the beverage menu is a variety of beverages including cocktails and martinis as well as spirits, beer, cider and even a few non-alcoholic options for guests of all ages. Featured cocktails include beverages such as the Island Rose with grapefruit and rose vodka, lime, orgeat, pineapple, bitters, and rose water. You can also sip on the Lavender Fog (dry gin, crème de violette, English breakfast tea, vanilla, and cream) or the Garden Daisy (tequila, midori, lime, egg white, and cucumber). The lounge will also be pouring an extensive collection of wine and Champagne by the glass. 

Non-alcoholic options include a Garden Cocktail (non-alcoholic spirit, lime juice, agave nectar, and soda)  as well as the B&B (fresh-brewed iced tea, lemon, blueberry, and basil) and the Rosemary Cooler (Odwalla lemonade, vanilla, and rosemary).

Enchanted Rose will open this fall at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Stay tuned for more details!

Let the countdown begin, as we’re 100 days away from The Rise of Skywalker. Lucasfilm has officially kicked off the countdown, with a teaser that focuses on the duel between Kylo Ren and Rey, which we saw in the recently released trailer from D23. The brief teaser was shared with the following caption.

“100 days until the saga ends… #TheRiseOfSkywalker is in cinemas 19 December!”

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At this year’s D23 Expo, we learned that the Marvel-themed land at Disney theme parks around the globe will each be called an Avengers Campus, where guests are “recruited” to help their favorite Marvel superheroes battle the forces of evil. Now there’s a new piece of concept art for the Disneyland Paris version of a new Avengers attraction, as well as some “super” impressive Marvel hotel concept art, giving us a look at the first-ever hotel dedicated entirely to Marvel artwork.

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Halloween Time is underway at Disneyland® Resort, and there’s a whole host of fall activities across property, including Haunted Mansion Holiday, special Halloween fireworks, Haul-O-Ween at Cars Land, character greetings with favorite characters dressed in their Trick-or-Treat best, and more! And of course, what would Halloween Time be without our annual array of eerie eats and treats?

Each year, our Disneyland Resort chefs create tons of incredible Halloween offerings that your Clients can find throughout the entire resort. From pumpkin spice churros to Minnie Witch treats and Boogie Man Sundaes, there’s a little something for everyone! Today we’re sharing details on where to find all of this year’s Halloween offerings. These will be available throughout the duration of Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort, which runs through Oct. 31, 2019. So be sure to tell your Clients to stop on by to try them – and don’t forget, they can even mobile order their Halloween treats in advance at select location via the Disneyland app! This allows your Clients to pay in advance, skip the line, and get straight to snackin’! 

Six-year-old Jermaine Bell of Jacksonville, Fla., spent more than a year saving money for his birthday trip to the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. However, hurricane Dorian changed Jermaine’s plans in a big way. Millions of people have since been inspired by the story of this little boy’s selfless act of compassion.

As the hurricane approached the South Carolina coast, Jermaine emptied his piggy bank and bought hundreds of hot dogs, bags of chips and bottled water. He served them free of charge to hurricane evacuees who passed through the South Carolina town where he was visiting his grandmother.

On Sunday, Sept. 8, Jermaine celebrated his seventh birthday. Mickey Mouse and a group of Walt Disney World cast members made a surprise visit at the birthday party where Jermaine learned that he and his family are going to Walt Disney World after all. The family will enjoy a VIP getaway at the vacation kingdom later this month.

The Disney Parks are some of the most beloved theme parks in the world. Only in the wonderful world of Disney can you experience some of the most enchanting experiences, the most thrilling rides, and meet all of your favorite characters of the large and small screen.

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Saturday was a bittersweet day for fans who enjoy sipping free Beverly at Disney‘s (NYSE:DIS) Epcot, and not just because the tart Italian carbonated beverage is also notoriously bittersweet in taste. Disney World’s second-oldest theme park is the next gated attraction slated for a major overhaul, and that makeover continued over the weekend with Club Cool and several nearby attractions closing down. 

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This week, Disney Visa Card holders received a brochure for the upcoming streaming service, Disney+.  In the mailer, it confirmed that Disney+ will feature exclusive live specials.

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By: Disney DestinationsSeptember 6, 2019

Happy hauntings have returned to the Disneyland® Resort as Halloween Time begins today through Oct. 31!

Halloween magic can be found around every corner as favorite experiences are transformed for the season. Both parks are decked out for the occasion with spook-tacular décor, seasonal attraction overlays and Halloween-themed treats – not to mention Disney villains lurking throughout the resort!

Are your Clients excited to see “Halloween Screams” nighttime spectacular at Disneyland Park? Or, would they rather take a spin around Mater’s Graveyard JamBOOree in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure® Park? 

Disney® Visa® Cardmembers can save up to 30% on select rooms at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® &  Spa at the Disneyland Resort!¹ Cardmembers can save when booking select rooms at the Disneyland® Resort most Sunday through Thursday nights from Oct. 13 to Dec. 19, 2019. Guests can take advantage of Cardmember advance booking with their Disney® Visa® Debit Card now through Sept. 11, 2019. 

Number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room at the same hotel. Premium room types include Premium, Deluxe and Woods/Garden/Courtyard rooms; select Concierge rooms; and Artisan Junior and Family suites. Not valid on previously booked rooms. 1 night minimum stay. See important details below.¹ 

1. Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room at the same hotel for travel most Sunday through Thursday nights during the applicable dates between October 13 through December 19, 2019. Book from September 5 through December 5, 2019; travel must be completed by December 20, 2019. Premium room types included in this offer are Premium, Deluxe and Woods/Garden/Courtyard rooms; select Concierge rooms; and only Artisan, Junior and Family suites. Must mention the offer when booking and use a valid Disney Visa Card or Disney Rewards Redemption Card to pay the deposit. Not valid on previously booked rooms. Advance reservations required. Subject to availability as the number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Excludes applicable fees and taxes. Disney Visa Cardmember must stay in the room. Limit two (2) rooms per reservation and occupancy restrictions apply per room. Not valid in combination with any other hotel discounts or offers. Subject to restrictions and change without notice. Separate Theme Park admission required to enjoy the Parks.

2. The current Extra Magic Hour schedule allows registered Resort hotel Guests access to one park on select days: Disneyland^® Park on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, and Disney California Adventure^® Park on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Check Disneyland.com for schedule of when each park offers Extra Magic Hour. For admission, each registered hotel Guest (ages 3 and older) must have a valid theme park ticket and an active hotel room key card. To take full advantage of the Extra Magic Hour experience, we strongly recommended that you arrive at least one hour and 15 minutes prior to regular park opening. Applicable theme park days and times of operation and all other elements including, but not limited to, operation of attractions, entertainment, stores and restaurants and appearances of Characters may vary and are subject to change without notice. Subject to capacity, cancellation and other restrictions.

3. Offers and offer elements including, but not limited to, participating locations and eligible items, are subject to availability and additional restrictions and exclusions, and may change or be canceled without notice. Must use a valid Disney Visa Card and/or Disney Rewards Redemption Card to receive special offers. Merchandise discount may not be available for certain items and at certain locations including Disneyland^® Resort and Walt Disney World^® Resort Operating Participant locations and any other locations or kiosks that are not owned or operated by the owners of the Disneyland^® Resort or Walt Disney World^® Resort. To receive a merchandise discount, you must mention the specific offer. For entry into the Disney Character Experience or Star Wars Character Experience Photo Opportunities, must present your valid Disney Visa Card. Not valid in combination with other offers, discounts, promotions or with any previous purchase. Minimum purchase and/or separate admission may be required. Offers are for personal use only and may not be transferred or resold. Please visitDisneyDebit.com/Perks for full terms and conditions for each offer. Chase is not responsible or liable for fulfillment of these Disney Theme Park and Resort perks.

4. The Character Experience Photo Opportunities are offered daily during set hours–the Disney Character Experience is at Disney California Adventure^® Park and the Star Wars Character Experience is at Disneyland^®Park. Separate Theme Park admission required for each Character Experience Opportunity. Must present a valid Disney Visa Card for entry for up to 6 people per cardmember account (each cardmember account may be used for entry only one time per day). Operating times, days of the week, locations and appearance of Characters may vary and are subject to restrictions and change or cancellation without notice. Offer includes complimentary downloads of your Disney PhotoPass^® photos taken at the Disney Visa Character Experience location that are associated to your Disney account. To access complimentary downloads of your Disney PhotoPass^® photos taken at the Disney Visa Character Experience location, go to Disneyland.com/photopass and log-in using your existing account or create an account. Any medium scanned by the photographer at the time of capture must be linked to your Disney account or you may claim Disney PhotoPass^® cards provided to you by the photographer by entering the Disney PhotoPass^® ID number found on the back of your Disney PhotoPass^® card. One photo session per valid cardmember account per day. Offer not valid for photos taken at other Disney PhotoPass^® locations or attractions photos. Photos will expire pursuant to the expiration policy atDisneyland.disney.go.com/photopass-expiration-policy. Not responsible for missing, lost or damaged photos. Not valid in combination with other offers, discounts or promotions. Offer is for personal use only and may not be transferred or resold. Please visit DisneyDebit.com/Perks for additional information.

Offer made by Disney. JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and its affiliates are not affiliates of Disney and are not responsible for offer fulfillment.

For all inquiries regarding the Disney Debit Card, please visit DisneyDebit.com.