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The stunning Disneyland Paris hotel facade welcomes guests to enter Parc Disneyland at Marne-la-Valée, France.

Paris: now booking 2026

Disneyland Paris has very big plans for 2026, including the opening of  Arendelle — the World of Frozen  along with new dining & attractions based on Tangled. Beginning on September 10th, resort hotel bookings are available through March of 2026.

Now’s the time to get the best pricing and availability.

The gorgeously renovated, sparkling Disneyland Hotel has been delighting our clients, especially the stunning new Signature Suites — inspired by Disney princesses — that offer breathtaking theme park views and enchanting magic right in your room. Soon, a new nighttime spectacular will enchant the skies alongside the spectacular Disney Electrical Sky Parade.

And interest is sky high! This summer, Paris wowed with world with 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games,  vaulting Paris to the top of the wish list for many Disney fans around the world.

We’re ready to help you savor all the delights of the City of Light; Chris from Wishful Thinking has lived in Paris for the last few summers; he’s a Disneyland Paris Annual Pass holder who knows these parks & resort hotels inside and out.

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Disneyland 2025 vacation packages now available!

2025 is the perfect year to visit Disneyland.

Disney Vacation Packages are now available for stays through the end of 2025. These are the best, most flexible type of bookings, and they’re ideal for just about everyone. Now’s the best time to get the greatest availability for exciting new bookings at the fully-renovated Pixar Place Hotel, the snazzy and stylish new Villas at the Disneyland Hotel, and the classic Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. We can bundle packages with Good Neighbor Hotels, too!  

And it’s never been a better time to visit. Starting on November 15th, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will open at Disneyland Park, based on The Princess & the Frog. It arrived earlier this. year in Orlando with quite a splash. Featuring vocals by the original Tiana, Anika Noni Rose and Mama Odie herself Jennifer Lewis, this surprising new attraction finds the trumpeting alligator Louis in search of new critter-cute musicians to join his jazz band. You’ll get to ‘dig a little deeper’ into Tiana’s family story!

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Spaceship Earth at EPCOT is illuminated in new sparkling lights for the resort's 50th Anniversary Celebration, the Most Magical Place on Earth

Disney trips can be a dream to encounter, but a nightmare to plan.

That’s why we’re glad you found us.

Whether you’re an overworked solo traveler, a retired couple who’s feeling sentimental, a guy with a surprise engagement ring in his pocket, or the mom who’s been asked to plan the whole family’s vacation, you’ve probably got a pretty long wish list. You’ve come to the right place. We help Disney vacation wishes come true.
 

Nearly 75% of all Americans have taken a Disney vacation. Many return annually. And in 2024, some exciting new experiences are on the way.  

That’s why smooth Disney vacations need smart thinking and expert planning

That’s what we do.

You do the wishing, we do the thinking.™ 

 
This feisty fairy is full of pixie dust
This feisty fairy is full of pixie dust

Disney trips can be a dream to encounter, but a nightmare to plan.

That’s why we’re glad you found us.

Whether you’re an overworked solo traveler, a retired couple who’s feeling sentimental, a guy with a surprise engagement ring in his pocket, or the mom who’s been asked to plan the whole family’s vacation, you’ve probably got a pretty long wish list. You’ve come to the right place. We help Disney vacation wishes come true.
 

Nearly 75% of all Americans have taken a Disney vacation. Many return annually. And in 2024, some exciting new experiences are on the way. 

That’s why smooth Disney vacations need smart thinking and expert planning

That’s what we do. 

You do the wishing, we do the thinking.™ 

 
How Far WIll You Go

How far will you go?

How far will you go?

Through 2026, we're booking the world's most magical destinations.

Through 2026, we're booking the world's most magical destinations.

WALT DISNEY WORLD | Orlando, Florida

If Disney were a nation, this would be the capital. It’s home to 4 of the most-visited theme parks on the planet, more than 40 resort hotels, a shopping and entertainment district, 2 water parks, and 4 golf courses with breathtaking vistas. It stretches across more than 43 square miles (11,000 hectares). 50 years ago, Walt Disney World transformed Orlando from swamp waters and orange groves into what has become America’s most visited vacation destination.

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2025 Disney Vacation Packages are now available, and the best rooms are booking now. NEW: Disney dining plans are back — and they’re a terrific way to maximize your vacation.

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DISNEY CRUISE LINE | Worldwide

Imagine the joyful fun of a Disney vacation where the ride begins the moment your ship sets sail. Disney Cruise Line transports you to more than 18 global destinations across the Caribbean, Europe, and the Americas, including visits to Disney’s own luxurious private island in the Bahamas. Widely admired within the cruise industry, Disney Cruise Line is consistently named the world’s best cruise line for families.

NEWS: the newest ship in the DCL fleet, the Disney Destiny has just opened up for bookings through 2026! Sail to the Caribbean on a heroic journey that features a showdown between Villains & Heroes.

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DISNEYLAND | Anaheim, California

Here’s where it all began. In 1955, just beyond Los Angeles, Walt Disney invited everyone to enter into the world of his most beloved stories. Today, the pleasantly walkable Disneyland Resort includes three on-site hotels, Disney’s California Adventure park and the original iconic Disneyland. You’ll encounter state-of-the-art spectacles in a land that’s overflowing with charm. You can say without irony that it actually is “the happiest place on Earth.” 

NEWS: 2025 Disneyland Vacation Packages are now available! The new Villas at the Disneyland Hotel offer lovely studio, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom Grand Villas. The newly renovated Pixar Place Hotel is wowing guests with energetic, creative décor and all-new multi-room suites, and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is inviting guests to splash down on the bayou. Let’s set up your booking while availability is best.

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DISNEYLAND PARIS | Marne-la-Vallée, France

No French lessons required. When the Walt Disney Imagineers created Disneyland Paris, they took inspiration from their own childhood dreams about what a Disney park could be. Parc Disneyland is now widely considered Disney’s most aesthetically beautiful castle park. In July, Walt Disney Studios Park welcomed a sparkling new Avengers Campus. January brings the re-opening of the spectacular Disneyland Hotel, and the world will turn its eyes toward Paris for the 2024 Olympic & Paralympic Games. 

NEWS: 2025 – 2026 BOOKINGS NOW OPEN |  The best pricing and availability are now here for bookings through March, 2026. Let’s get your details ready with an expert to guide the way.

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AULANI | A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai’i  

Mickey Mouse can surf. Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa invites you to discover an island paradise with a touch of magic. This enchanting resort opened in 2011 with authentic inspiration from the Hawaiian islands’ rich culture and history. Spread across 21 acres (8.5 hectares) on the island of Oʻahu, you’ll relax among lush tropical gardens, undulating pools, a snorkeling lagoon, a private beach and a luxurious spa. Aulani is a dreamy tropical paradise. You’ll never want to leave. 

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ADVENTURES BY DISNEY | Worldwide 

Disney wants to show you the world. Adventures by Disney provides immersive, hassle-free group vacation experiences to destinations on six continents. From its first journey in 2005, Adventures by Disney now offers more than 35 unique guided itineraries from 2 to 12 days. Join a fun-filled adventure for the whole family or select an exclusive adults-only excursion, with special VIP experiences and insider access that only Disney can provide. Exploring the world is effortless when Disney leads the way. 


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ASIA | Hong Kong, Shanghai & Tokyo 

How many of Disney’s 12 theme parks have you seen? Die-hard fans know that if you want to visit Disney’s most beautiful and innovative parks, you’ll need a passport. Tokyo Disney Resort is home to the 3rd and 4th most visited theme parks in the world, and Disney’s newest park in Shanghai is climbing the list, with Disney’s newest land themed to Zootopia. Many Disney experts consider Tokyo DisneySea the greatest Disney park on Earth, and Disney’s new Arendelle – the World of Frozen is now charming guests in the the adorable Hong Kong Disneyland. Disney’s Asian international parks set a high bar for creative enchantment.

NOW OPEN | The stunning new Fantasy Springs with a new luxury hotel and three new beautifully themed areas, inspired by Tangled, Frozen and Peter Pan are now thrilling guests. We know all the insider secrets on vacation packages, the Fantasy Springs Hotel, and the ways to make sure you’ll gain entry to Fantasy Springs.

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Get up-to-date advice for 2024 & 2025 in our comprehensive guides to the Most Magical Place on Earth.

Wishful Thinking is an affiliate of Looking Glass Travel, a Gold Authorized Disney Destination Travel Agency, and an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner.

Our trip planning is free. When you book a Disney vacation through us, you’ll pay the same price as if you booked it on your own, yet enjoy the bliss of a talented Wishful Thinking travel planner.

A Wishful Thinking travel planner is:

  • Bright. We’re nerd-level experts on Disney’s past, present and future.
  • Talented. We’ve been designing travel itineraries around the globe for 15 years.
  • Realistic. We help you prepare for everything and set honest expectations.
  • Whimsical. Spontaneous fun often produces our most treasured memories.
  • Inspiring. We’re still kids at heart who believe in the power of dreams.

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Disney pays us to help plan your trip, from your first wish list until your departure. We’ll even assist you during your vacation until you’re happily back home.

Our trip planning is free. When you book a Disney vacation through us, you’ll pay the same price as if you booked it on your own, yet enjoy the bliss of a talented Wishful Thinking travel planner.

A Wishful Thinking travel planner is:

  • Bright. We’re nerd-level experts on Disney’s past, present and future.
  • Talented. We’ve been designing travel itineraries around the globe for 15 years.
  • Realistic. We help you prepare for everything and set honest expectations.
  • Whimsical. Spontaneous fun often produces our most treasured memories.
  • Inspiring. We’re still kids at heart who believe in the power of dreams.

It’s never too early to start planning!

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