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Disneyland's 70th Anniversay Celebration Begins May 16
Can you believe it’s been seventy years?
DISNEYLAND’S 70TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION ANNOUNCES EXCITING NEW DETAILS:
From May 16, 2025 through summer of 2026, the Happiest Place On Earth is inviting you to “Celebrate Happy!” Here’s just a taste of what’s in store:
• All new World of Color – Happiness! nighttime spectacular at Disney California Adventure, inspired by Walt Disney’s opening day message: “To all who come to this happy place, welcome!”
• The return of the Paint The Night parade at Disneyland Park, where more than a million sparkling lights bring characters from Frozen, Cars, Monsters Inc. and more into glowing illumination down Main Street U.S.A.
• All new Celebrate Happy Cavalcade brings Duffy the Disney Bear and ShellieMay alongside Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald, & pals in all-new 70th Anniversary celebration outfits.
You’ll also get to see new 70th Anniversary attraction overlays at it’s a small world and Toy Story Midway Mania, along with fun new snacks, merchandise, and limited-time entertainment throughout the parks and resort hotels.
NEW: Save now on a special Disneyland Anniversary Ticket Offer for 3 or 4-day tickets, for guests visiting May 16 through Aug. 14, 2025!
Chris from Wishful Thinking was born in Anaheim, and can’t wait to help guide every step of your happy-bomb adventure!
Kids dine free at Walt Disney World in 2026
Did you know that at Walt Disney World, most families spend more money on food than on theme park tickets?
In 2026, Orlando is ready to flip the script! Disney has just opened up their 2026 calendar for new bookings, with an exciting new promotion:
Gguests staying at a Disney Resort hotel will get a free dining plan for their kids (ages 3-9) when purchasing a dining plan with their package for others in their party (ages 10 and up).
Now is the time to find the best availability for your top-choice resort hotels, including the stunning new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and the newly-renovated villas at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. Let’s secure your dream vacation today!
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Disney trips can be a dream to encounter, but a nightmare to plan.
That’s why we’re glad you found us.
Nearly 75% of all Americans have taken a Disney vacation. Many return annually. And in 2025 & 2026, 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.™
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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.
NEW! Walt Disney World’s 2026 reservations are now open for booking!
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 is now booking 2026 sailings! Sail to the Caribbean on a heroic journey that features a showdown between Villains & Heroes.
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.”
NEW: May 16, 2025 through Summer 2026: Disneyland celebrates its 70th Anniversary! Disney’s just announced that its two parks will be overflowing with happiness, with new nighttime spectaculars, character cavalcades, ride overlays, specialty merchandise, and even a new offer to save on 3 and 4-day theme park tickets for visits from May 16, 2025 through August 14, 2025!
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.
2026 BOOKINGS NOW OPEN | The best pricing and availability are now here for bookings through March 29, 2026. Let’s get your details ready with an expert to guide the way.
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.
NEW! 2026 land adventures are now open with an early booking offer to save up to $500 per guest!
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 get the most out of Fantasy Springs.
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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 with us; you’ll pay the exact same price as booking on your own, but with these amazing perks:
- Pricing insights: We don’t just tell you what the price is, we tell you why. We know how to find the calendar’s best availability & the lowest crowds.
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Annually, LGBTQ+ folks and allies gather at Disney to show their pride, but everything’s different now. Here’s what you need to know.
Why It’s Smart to Add a Disney Dining Plan at Walt Disney World
Disney’s Dining Plans offer a range of meal options for guests at Walt Disney World. The standard Disney Dining Plan includes one Quick-Service meal, one Table-Service meal, and a snack or non-alcoholic beverage per person (aged 3+) each night, as well as a resort-refillable mug. The Quick-Service Dining Plan provides two quick-service meals and one snack or non-alcoholic beverage per night. Wishful Thinking can add a plan to your package — including a FREE plan for select dates.
Where to Meet Characters at Walt Disney World: Cavalcades, Character Dining, Meet & Greets & More
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Wishful Thinking is an affiliate of Looking Glass Travel, a Gold Authorized Disney Vacation Planning agency, and an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner.
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 with us; you’ll pay the exact same price as booking on your own, but with these amazing perks:
- Pricing insights: We don’t just tell you what the price is, we tell you why. We know how to find the calendar’s best availability & the lowest crowds.
- Certified pros: Disney is always changing, and outdated info is everywhere. Disney trains and informs us throughout the year to stay on top of all the latest offerings.
- Text support: Need help? From the moment you book — until you return safely home — quick, informative help is just a text message away.
- World class Disney expertise: Every year, we book guide hundreds of clients’ vacations to Disney destinations around the world. Far beyond the parks, we’re nerd-level experts on Disney’s resort hotels, cruises, tours, restaurants, & more.
- Reservation magic: Whether it’s character dining, holiday parties, private tours, or VIP guides, we help secure the most in-demand Disney experiences.
It’s never too early to start planning! Why do it alone when you can have free, expert-level help?