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2023 Disney World Vacation Packages Open June 8, 2022

Disney World will release 2023 Vacation Packages on June 8, 2022

Walt Disney World vacation packages will become available on June 8, 2022. Additional details about the 2023 packages and ticket products will be coming soon.

2023 Disney World Vacation Packages

2023 Vacation Packages for Walt Disney World open June 8, 2022

To be added to my 2023 waitlist, you can fill out my Quote Request Form now and I'll reply with your quote as soon as we're good to go!

Darren is a Disney-focused travel agent with Magical Vacations Travel and has over 13 years of experience. Readers of the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World rate him as a Best of the Best Disney Travel Agent. Darren is also an Orlando-based travel writer with topics ranging from theme parks to cruise lines.




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Introducing the Disney World and Universal Orlando Bundle

Today I’m excited to announce a new feature available on SAVEatWDW.com, the Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Bundle Quote.

Now, planning a split-stay between Disney World and Universal is easier than ever. This new quote offers a side-by-side view of your Universal Orlando itinerary and your Walt Disney World itinerary, on one page.

VelociCoaster at Universal Orlando Resort

VelociCoaster at Universal Orlando Resort

As we fine-tune your quote to create the perfect itinerary for your family, you’ll be able to see the updates on one page. This allows you to easily compare things like dates, cost, and package components.

Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Plus I created the Guide to Visiting Disney World and Universal Orlando with expert answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about doing a split-stay between both resorts.

For example:

  • How many days should I plan for at Universal Orlando?

  • How can I get Universal ExpressPass for free?

  • What’s the best way to travel to Universal from Disney?

Most of my clients come to see Disney World, but are also interested in exploring The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and riding the new VelociCoaster at Islands of Adventure.

This new split-stay feature will make it easy to understand how you can do both.

Book your Orlando vacation with me and take advantage of these great benefits:

BEST PRICE - When you book your vacation with me, you’ll always get the best available rate, even after you book with Price-Watch.

BEST ADVICE - As an Orlando local and theme park expert, I’ll help you have even more fun with expert planning and insider tips.

PERSONAL ATTENTION - I’m your personal account manager throughout the entire process,  no waiting on hold to speak with a random customer service agent.

Get your Universal Orlando and Disney World Bundle quote now!

For over 12 years Darren Wittko has been helping people save money at Walt Disney World as both, a travel writer and a travel advisor with Magical Vacations Travel. He’s featured in the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World as a Best of the Best Disney Travel Agent. Darren resides in Celebration, FL.





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Disney Lowers Rates at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort

It’s now possible to stay at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort for less per night than Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

In a previous post I discussed how there wasn’t much difference in price between a Little Mermaid Standard Room at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and a Standard View room at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. Art of Animation Resort is a Value Category hotel and Coronado Springs is in the Moderate Category .

I’d like to take this one step further now. I have come across examples where Coronado Springs actually costs less than Art of Animation!

Disney’s Coronado Springs rates are dropping. In this example, Coronado Springs costs less than Art of Animation (a Value Category resort).

Disney’s Coronado Springs rates are dropping. In this example, Coronado Springs costs less than Art of Animation (a Value Category resort).

This is truly amazing because Coronado was always considered the flagship Moderate resort with upgraded amenities like central air conditioning in each room (other Moderates have window units), a computer desk with ergonomic chair, upgraded soft goods, several dining and lounge options, and it’s the only Moderate to have a fitness center.

Among the Moderate resorts, Coronado had the highest average nightly rate so the fact that rates are, in some cases, less than a Value hotel is remarkable. This is a great opportunity to stay at this resort and save money.

One reason could be that Coronado Springs is not on Disney Skyliner. Skyliner hotels are Art of Animation, Caribbean Beach, and Pop Century. Disney’s Riviera Resort is too, that’s in a different price category altogether.

So now is a great time to take advantage Coronado’s low rates. Is it better than Art of Animation? Well yeah! It’s one category up and has a lot more to offer like a brand new lobby experience (which is beautiful by the way), a water slide at the feature pool, a fitness center, and better bus service

Dining Options Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

  • Three Bridges Bar & Grill at Villa del Lago

  • Rix Sport Bar and Grill

  • Dahlia Lounge

  • Barcelona Lounge

  • Siestas Cantina

  • Toledo - Tapas, Steak and Seafood

  • Maya Grill

  • Cafe Rix

  • El Mercado de Coronado

  • Laguna Bar

  • Room Service

Of course Art of Animation is a terrific resort as well, but when it costs more than a Moderate hotel, I don’t think it’s a good deal because you’re paying more, but getting less.

Dining Options at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

  • Landscape of Flavors Food Court

  • The Drop Off Pool Bar

  • Pizza delivery

As a travel agent who specializes in Disney World vacations, I am constantly monitoring rates and deals so my clients are getting the best price, even after they book!

For over 12 years Darren Wittko has been helping people save money at Walt Disney World as both, a travel writer and a travel advisor with Magical Vacations Travel. He’s featured in the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World as a Best of the Best Disney Travel Agent. Darren resides in Celebration, FL.





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