Mother's Day at Disney Springs; New Concept Art for Disney H2O Glow Nights

Mother's Day at Disney Springs:

This Sunday is a day we celebrate all Mother's and if you are visiting Disney Springs this Sunday, mom's will have quite the selection of places to celebrate their day. Here is a list of just some of the choices mom's can choose from:

• Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante – A special buffet will be served Sunday, May 13, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., featuring gems like mascarpone French toast, poached hen egg and quinoa kale salad and hand-carved NY strip steak. The regular lunch menu will also be served. Reservations available at Maria&Enzo’s.com.
• Enzo’s Hideaway – To celebrate Mother’s Day, Enzo’s Hideaway will offer a Prix Fixe menu of Italian specialties including ahi tuna crudo, ricotta gnocchi, pasta frutti di mare and trio of homemade gelatos. Moms will also receive a complimentary glass of Prosecco when dining on Mother’s Day.
• House of Blues Restaurant & Bar – Celebrate Mother’s Day at the restaurant’s famous Gospel Brunch – a soulful experience that includes an all-you-care-to-enjoy buffet and live entertainment. Choose between the 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. seating based on availability.
• Paddlefish – Take in seafood and scenic views of Disney Springs aboard an iconic Mississippi riverboat. The regular Sunday brunch will also be available.
• Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant – Check out The Rollicking Raglan Brunch, May 12 and May 13, 2018, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The menu will include traditional Irish favorites, and live entertainment will be featured from noon to 4:00 p.m. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
• STK Orlando – A Mother’s Day weekend brunch buffet will be offered Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The buffet will include an omelet station, smoked salmon platter and an assortment of desserts including tres leches cakes, churros and cotton candy.
• Sweet Treats – Grab Mom dessert or a sweet treat at Sprinkles Cupcakes, The Ganachery or Amorette’s Patisserie.

You can make reservations now for Mother's Day this Sunday, May 13 by calling 407-WDW-DINE (407-939-3463, or by visiting WaltDisneyWorld.com.

Source: Disney Parks Blog

New Concept Art for Disney H2O Glow Nights at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon:

A few weeks ago, Disney announced a new nighttime ticketed event coming to Disney's Typhoon Lagoon this summer called, Disney H2O Glow Nights. Today, we got new concept art for the new nighttime party.

With glowing beach balls, inner tubes and other lighting effects, Disney H2O Glow Nights is a rare opportunity for guests to experience Typhoon Lagoon under the moonlight. On select nights beginning June 21, Typhoon Lagoon becomes a luminous, nighttime hotspot featuring a DJ Dance Party on the beach, plus special character meetings with Buzz, Woody and Jessie from Pixar’s “Toy Story,” as they visit Typhoon Lagoon for the first time. And let’s not forget about our host, Partysaurus Rex, who is inviting guests to this one-of-a-kind experience.

Party games, unique food and beverage offerings, and all the attractions with minimal wait times will be available to guests of the party. Tickets for Disney H2O Glow Nights cost $55 for adults and $50 for children ages 3-9 (plus tax). Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.disneyworld.com/h2oglownights or by calling (407)939-1872.

Source: Disney Parks Blog

New Magic Shot Debuts for Pandora; Happy Mother's Day

New Magic Shot Debuts for Pandora: The World of Avatar:

The debut of Pandora: The World of Avatar is just 13 days away. Annual PassHolder previews began yesterday and with previews beginning secrets of the new world at Disney's Animal Kingdom have begun to be seen. One of those secrets is a new magic shot from Disney PhotoPass.

The photo for the magic shot is taken in front of the floating mountains in Pandora where in the sky above guests will point towards a wild banshee flying in the sky. This is just one of what could be many magic shots for Pandora: The World of Avatar. The new land and world within Disney's Animal Kingdom will debut May 27.

Happy Mother's Day:

Today, is a special day and one that should be celebrated every day in my opinion. I would like to wish all mom's out there including mine a very Happy Mother's Day. I wouldn't have the strength and courage and the man I am today without her. 

Here is a video for Mother's of all generations from Disney Pixar's Coco which will be released this November 22nd:

Happy Mother's Day!!!

Mother's Day at Walt Disney World; Tomorrowland Skyline Lounge to Debut at Disneyland

Mother's Day at Walt Disney World:

Where will you and your mother be celebrating Mother's Day this year? Maybe you are visiting Walt Disney World this May 14 for the special holiday. Today, we found out just what Walt Disney World is doing for all the special mom's out there who will be celebrating with them.

Let’s start with brunch:

• Boma – Flavors of Africa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is hosting a Mother’s Day brunch from 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. some favorites from the dinner menu are added to the buffet, and breakfast include one mimosa per adult.
• Cape May Cafe at Disney’s Beach Club Resort is offering a Mother’s Day character brunch from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. with a Bloody Mary bar and generous buffet.
• Next door at Captain’s Grille at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, the Mother’s day brunch is from 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. with a holiday buffet.
• The Wave . . . Of American Flavors at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will host a buffet Mother’s Day brunch from 7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Garden Grove Mother’s Day Character Brunch Buffet will be 7 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Walt Disney World Swan.
• Disney Vacation Club Members can book a Mother’s Day Brunch at Disney’s Contemporary Resort in the Fantasia Ballroom. Inspired by the Disney animated film “Tarzan” (and the film’s song, “You’ll Be in My Heart”), the brunch is 11 a.m-1 p.m. and can be reserved by calling 800-800-9800. Includes special entertainment. Members can also visit www.dvcmembershipextras.com for more details.
• For something sweet, Main Street Bakery in Magic Kingdom Park is offering a Magic Kingdom Mother’s Day chocolate raspberry cupcake. And Contempo Café at Disney’s Contemporary Resort has a triple chocolate cupcake just for mom with an edible Mother’s Day plaque for decoration.

You can call 407-WDW-DINE to book Mother's Day brunch or you can make reservations online at DisneyWorld.com/Dining.

Source: Disney Parks Blog

Tomorrowland Skyline Lounge to Debut at Disneyland:

The new Tomorrowland Skyland Lounge experience will debut on May 26 at Disneyland giving guests a unique view of the skyline to help celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Space Mountain. It will feature bothsweet and savory, as well as both hot and cold non-alcoholic beverages. The lounge area will be open to guests from 8-10 p.m. If a fireworks spectacular is scheduled, you’ll be able to catch a glimpse right from your seat.

In the lounge an interstellar snack box will be available for guests and it includes:

• Mickey Cloud Cake: Cream-filled sponge cake
• Chocolate Eclipse: Cream-filled chocolate cake drenched in chocolate
• Coconut Comet: Coconut-strawberry iced sponge cake filled with cream
• Planetary Pie: Mini cherry-filled pie
• Moon Rocks: Boursin herbed cheese, cream cheese, shredded cheddar and jack cheese, chives, pimentos, bacon

Cost for everything will be $45 for ages 3 and older, tax included. Reservations are now open and can be booked by visiting Disneyland.com/Dining or by calling 714-781-DINE.

Source: Disney Parks Blog