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

Disneyland Hotel reopens

After a stunning head-to-toe transformation, the spectacular Disneyland Paris hotel is now welcoming guests.

Disney resort hotel bookings are now available through March of 2025. Stunning new Signature Suites — inspired by Disney princesses — offer breathtaking theme park views and enchanting magic right in your room.

And that’s just the beginning. On the way: an all new Alice in Wonderland stage show. A brand new flying drone show nighttime spectacular. And Arendelle — the World of Frozen. Travelers from around the globe have got their eye on Disneyland Paris Resort! That’s especially true during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, and we’re ready to set up all the details for your visit!

Get this: Chris from Wishful Thinking has lived in Paris, and he’s even a Disneyland Paris Annual Passholder. 

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2025 Packages now available at Walt Disney World

NEW: Start your vacation with a splash!

Through 2025, Disney Resort hotel guests will enjoy complimentary admission to one of Walt Disney World’s exhilarating water parks on check-in day. 

Both Disney’s Blizzard Beach and Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon offer a full day of tropical Florida fun.

Whether you’re seeking thrilling slides, a lazy river, or interactive play areas for the little ones, your adventure begins the moment you arrive.

This perk is exclusively available to Disney Resort hotel guests — and 2025’s best availability is now!

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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?

In 2024 & 2025, visit the world's most magical destinations.

Visit 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.

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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.” 

2024 – 2025 Disneyland Vacation Packages are available! The brand new Villas at the Disneyland Hotel are open, with lovely studio, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom Grand Villas. The newly renovated Pixar Place hotel is ready to welcome guests. 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. 

DISNEYLAND HOTEL & SUMMER 2024 BOOKINGS REMAIN OPEN |  Resort reservations are booking through the end of March, 2025. 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.

COMING SOON | In June, Tokyo DisneySea will welcome the stunning new Fantasy Springs with a new luxury hotel and three new beautifully themed areas, inspired by Tangled, Frozen and Peter Pan. Exclusive Fantasy Springs Hotel packages begin booking in early February!

Discover an international Disney resort > 

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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.
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Flying boy who doesn't want to grow up
Flying boy who doesn't want to grow up

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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 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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