New Kidcot Experiences at Epcot!

Be on the look out for a new activity coming to the Kidcot Fun Stops around the World Showcase in Epcot starting on July 15th. 

Younger guests visiting the eleven Fun Stops will receive traveler's cards and stickers at each country as well as exclusive Kidcot Ziploc bags meant to look like suitcases to collect each new traveler card. Kidcot's new sponsor, Ziploc, will provide these bags. 

Previously, guests would receive a paper cutout of Duffy the Bear and a stamp or signature from each country. Guests were also given the opportunity to color each cutout of Duffy the Bear. 

We are looking forward to sharing more about this fun new activity!

Joy Through The World at Walt Disney World Resorts

It’s Christmas in July! Today we're announcing the return of the holiday season to Walt Disney World® Resort. Starting Nov. 8, 2018, you will be able to celebrate this magical season with festive parties, captivating holiday décor, delicious treats, spectacular entertainment amazing experiences that make this season one of the most wonderful times to visit Walt Disney World!

A Flurry of Fun comes back to Disney’s Hollywood Studios® with the return of Sunset Seasons Greetings. Featuring impressive new laser effects and “snow,” holiday magic transforms the famous Hollywood Tower Hotel with spectacular projections of beloved Disney Characters such as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and Olaf sharing their favorite seasonal stories.

At Epcot®, you will discover joyous holiday traditions of 11 World Showcase nations during Epcot International Festival of the Holidays beginning Nov. 18, 2018. One of our favorite holiday traditions at Epcot is the Candlelight Processional and this year it starts performances on Nov. 22, 2018.

New this year at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, the magic of nature will receive a holiday touch with the inclusion of Diwali, the holiday Festival of Lights in India, as part of the new live show UP! A Great Bird Adventure.

Now is the time to play big and contact your Upon A Star Agent to start planning your memorable vacation!

Contact us today HERE

Dine with Minions!!

What could be better than waking up, putting on your flip-flops, and digging into a delicious breakfast? Meeting with some of your favorite Despicable Me characters, that’s what. Every Saturday at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, head to the Cayman Court to fill up on a buffet of morning favorites including pancakes, bacon, fluffy scrambled eggs and more. Take in the tropical surroundings and get ready to meet some of your favorite Despicable Me characters including Gru, Margo, Edith, Agnes and the Minions. You’ll get one free digital download photo when they stop by to wave hello and pose for pictures. Prices are $34.99 per adult (10+up) and $20.00 for kids (9+up)

Every Saturday
Seating Times: 
7:30 am – 8:30 am
9:00 am – 10:00 am
10:30 am – 11:30 am

What a great addition to your Universal Studios Orlando Vacation! Our expert travel professionals have the best tips and tricks for your next visit to Universal Studios Orlando! Contact one of our experts HERE today!

Save up to 20% for Fall and Holiday room rates at Walt Disney World

From festively themed entertainment to photo-worthy decor to sweet treats, it's a phenomenal time of year to visit Walt Disney World Resort. And staying in the middle of the magic makes it even easier for your family to become swept up in the spirit of the fall and holiday seasons.

With this offer, you can save up to 20% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels.

• Book through October 7, 2018 for stays most Sunday through Thursday nights October 8 through November 8, 2018. 
• Book through December 24, 2018 for stays most nights November 11 through December 24, 2018.

Let's plan a magical vacation! Contact an Upon A Star Travel Expert HERE today!

Walt Disney World Magical Holidays Package!

Enjoy a package that includes a 4-night stay in a standard room at a select Disney's All-Star Resort and 4-day Magic Your Way base tickets for just $2,125. Sample package price is valid for a family of 4 for stays most Sunday through Thursday nights from October 8 through December 13, 2018.

The holiday season is a great time for families to take a family vacation at Walt Disney World Resort. As a family, you can explore exciting classic, new and limited-time experiences across all 4 theme parks including – Sunset Season's Greetings at Disney's Hollywood Studios, Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom, the classic Festival of the Lion King at Disney's Animal Kingdom – and still be among the first to visit the all-new Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

Book through December 24, 2018.

Contact an Upon A Star Agent HERE now to get a free quote for your Magical Holiday Vacation!

Fall Into Magic Promotion with Walt Disney World

Kick Off Fall with this incredible offer that includes an itinerary full of magical must-dos and exclusive experiences just for Guests on this package, plus a 5-night stay at a select Disney Moderate, Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Resort and 4-day Theme Park tickets with Park Hopper® Option!

 Starting at $149.00 per person, per night for a family of four in a standard room at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort. Total package price: $2,980.

Book through August 19, 2018.

Your fantastic fall itinerary includes:

• Tuesday, September 4, 2018: an exclusive “Welcome to Fall” dinner at Epcot inspired by the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
• Wednesday, September 5, 2018: a nighttime Kilimanjaro Safaris tour followed by an exclusive showing of Rivers of Light at Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park after park closing
• Thursday, September 6, 2018: two hours of exclusive evening access to Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
• Friday, September 7, 2018: tickets to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom park.
•  Price based on 2 adults, 1 junior and 1 child. The number of packages allocated for this offer is limited. Valid Theme Park admission required to attend Theme Park events included with this offer. Theme Park tickets with Park Hopper Option must be used within 14 days of first use. First use must be by December 31, 2019.

Book by August 19, 2018―and get excited for a vacation packed with adventure and spook-tacular memories!

Contact our travel experts today HERE to book this very limited offer!

Nick Jr. Friends Event at Nickelodeon Hotel & Resorts Punta Cana

While the big kids are back in school, bring your preschoolers for a super-special Caribbean getaway with you and their favorite Nick Jr. friends. It’s only happening this September and October. So come hang out with the PAW Patrol. Meet Dora the Explorer. And make wishes come true with activities inspired by Shimmer and Shine.

Celebrate the love of play in five-star, Gourmet Inclusive® luxury. There’s no other Nick Jr. event like this one, where everyone gets to escape and play in the Caribbean — and you get up to 55% OFF + KIDS STAY FREE*. 

SEP 1 – OCT 31, 2018
SAVE UP TO 55% + KIDS STAY FREE*

Check out all the fun events happening!

Dora the Explorer Play Date

• Dora Friendship Fiesta
• Meet & Greet with Dora and Boots
• Story Time with Dora
• Special Screenings of “Dora the Explorer” in Orange Plaza 

Paw Patrol Paw-some Party!

• Meet & Greet with Chase and Marshall
• PAW-Some Menu
• PAW Patrol Scavenger Hunt
• Special Screenings of “PAW Patrol” in Orange Plaza

Shimmer and Shine Street Fest

• Shimmer and Shine Stickers & Coloring Activity
• "Magic Potion" Juice
• Genie-Inspired Magic Carpets & Pillows
• Special Screenings of "Shimmer and Shine" in Orange Plaza

Nick-or-Treat Halloween 10/21-10/31

• Halloween Costume Making & Parade
• Pineapple Carving
• Spooky Cookie Decorating

PLUS THE PINEAPPLE BONUS!!

September 1 – October 31, 2018

One lucky family will be surprised with a free upgrade to SpongeBob’s Pineapple Villa for the duration of their stay!!

This resort really has it all! Fun for the kids and relaxing luxury for Mom and Dad! Contact our Nickelodeon Resort Specialists today!

Save BIG at select Am Resort locations!!

It's time to kickstart your Summer Vacation!! Am Resorts are having a great Summer Promo!

Kids stay, play and eat free at Dreams, Now and
Sunscape Resorts & Spas in Mexico this summer.

BOOK BY JUNE 21, 2018
TRAVEL BY AUGUST 17, 2018

Valid at all of these awesome resorts:

Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort

Dreams Sands Cancun

Dreams Puerto Adventuras Resort & Spa

Dreams Riviera Cancun

Dreams Tulum Resort and Spa

NOW Jade Riviera Cancun

NOW Sapphire Riviera Cancun

Sunscape Sabor Cozumel

With so many places to choose from we can find you the perfect resort for an awesome getaway!!

Contact our travel experts today HERE for more info!

The 2018 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

Starting Thursday, June 14, 2018, favorite festival events including celebrity chef demonstrations, Eat to the Beat dining packages, Party for the Senses grand tasting experiences, beverage and cheese seminars and other fun events go on sale.

The festival’s 23rd year runs from Aug. 30-Nov. 12, 2018.

Celebrity chefs this year include new stars like Cooking Channel host Tiffani Thiessen and Richard Blais, along with returning favorites like Alex Guarnaschelli, Robert Irvine, Masaharu Morimoto, Buddy Valastro, Art Smith and Carla Hall and many others.

Brand new events to this year’s festival include:

• • Sunday Brunch with the Chef: This two-hour event includes a brunch buffet and featuring a distinguished culinary television personality.  While enjoying a meal inspired by some of our VIP guest’s favorite dishes, attendees will be part of an in-depth question-and-answer session featuring kitchen tips, tricks and insights. Finally, foodies are in for a fabulous pièce de résistance: a sparkling wine toast and an exclusive meet-and-greet photo opportunity with our celebrated gourmet guest.

• Food & Beverage Pairing: Your Clients can learn from the pros at these 45-minute sessions, held each Friday to Sunday. They can enjoy a collaboration between the featured chef and beverage presenter, pick up a few tips and best of all – taste the demonstrated dish and beverage pairing.

Family fun activities will abound during the festival, including the return of Remy’s Ratatouille Hide and Squeak scavenger hunt, and new offerings like an interactive playground, a character dance party on Friday and Saturday evenings and a new Junior Chef Kitchen, program offered every Sunday and designed with kids in mind.

Stay tuned for updates on this year’s celebrity chef events, special activities and other fun.

It's not too late to get a reservation to head down and experience the festival! Contact our expert agents HERE today!!

Lowes Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Studios Florida!

Get swept away to a place filled with tropical wonders, exotic food and carefree fun. A sparkling lagoon-style pool surrounded by a white sand beach and palms invites you to escape. Delectably innovative food and drinks delight every palate. Mingle in a laid-back lounge in Polynesian paradise. Take part in a traditional luau on select nights (fee applies), or curl up in the comfort of your elegant island room or suite. Enter this tranquil South Seas retreat, leave the rest of the world behind and unwind with all the benefits of being a Universal Orlando™ hotel guest

When you stay at Loews Royal Pacific Resort, you'll receive free*Universal Express Unlimited™ to skip the regular lines at most popular rides and attractions at Universal Studios Florida™ and Universal's Islands of Adventure™, including The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man®, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem™ and now The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™. That's a value of $129.99^ per person, per day. Valid theme park admission required.

Enjoy Early Park Admission† to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and Universal's Volcano Bay™ one hour before the theme park opens to the public when you stay at this on-site hotel. Valid theme park admission required.

Guest rooms starting at $220.00 per night! Let your Upon A Star Expert help you put together the perfect package at Universal Studios Orlando!

Contact a Travel Expert HERE!

Disney Junior Dance Party Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios®

Get your dancing shoes on. this fall, there’s an all-new Disney Junior show coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios® at Walt Disney World® Resort. “Disney Junior Dance Party!” is a high-energy, live show experience that takes its inspiration from the most popular Disney Junior shows on TV, including “Mickey and the Roadster Racers,” “Doc McStuffins,” “The Lion Guard” and the newest hit series “Vampirina.”

The new “Disney Junior Dance Party!” is a musically infused, interactive concert, hosted by Finn Fiesta and a DJ – named Deejay, of course – who will involve everyone in all the fun, including live appearances from some of your favorite characters, fun music from Disney Junior and much more.

Stay tuned for more info on opening dates for The Disney Junior Dance Party!!

Your Upon A Star Agent can help you plan the perfect Disney Vacation! Contact them today!

Don't have a Travel Expert yet? Contact us HERE today!

Halloween on The High Seas with Disney Cruise Line: New York to Bermuda!

Whisk away to a pink-sand paradise on a 5-night round-trip cruise from New York that strikes the ideal balance between relaxation and exploration. A 2-day stop in Bermuda will give you a taste of the island’s rich maritime history and abundant recreational activities. Celebrate Halloween on the High Seas—it’s a spook-tacular experience you’ll never forget! Cruise to Bermuda and explore the coastline, tour the island’s historic sites or play a round of golf after landing in this sublime tropical hotspot. During 2 days at sea, Guests will have time to unwind with ghoulishly grand onboard activities, décor and entertainment!

Available 3 dates:

September 25th ,2019

October 12th, 2019

Oct 17th, 2019

Disney Cruise Line is consistently voted #1 Cruise Line for families! Find out why in person! Contact your Upon A Star Agent today for more info! Don't have an travel expert yet? Click HERE to choose one!

Candlelight Processional Dates Announced!

We’re happy to share that the 2018 Epcot® International Festival of the Holidays will return to the park Nov. 18-Dec. 30, 2018. The Candlelight Processional also returns this year and for the first time, the popular holiday tradition will open for Thanksgiving on Nov. 22-Dec. 30, 2018.

The Epcot International Festival of the Holidays invites you to discover holiday cheer throughout the park and across all 11 World Showcase pavilions. Special entertainment, storytellers, seasonal favorites at Holiday Kitchens, and eye-catching holiday decor are all part of the fun. Evenings during this time are topped off with a special holiday presentation of “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth.”

The Candlelight Processional, a holiday must-do for many Epcot Guests, is a retelling of the traditional Christmas story read by a celebrity narrator, accompanied by a massed choir and live orchestra.

Stay tuned for info on the narrators and dining packages!

It's not too late to get a reservation for the holiday!! Contact our traveL experts today HERE

Save BIG at Dreams Resorts and Spas!

Dreams Resorts & Spas offer a high level of luxury for couples and couples with children, in ideal beachfront settings. Spacious rooms and suites, graciously appointed and luxuriously equipped provide a picture-perfect vacation experience with welcoming service and romantic inclusions. The Explorer’s Club for Kids with Red Cross certified staff and Core Zone Teens Club* provide supervised day and evening activities. Beautiful and exciting destinations provide a lovely setting for a wedding, honeymoon, romantic getaway or family vacation.

Save up to $1,662 per couple in Mexico and the Dominican Republic! Plus get $200 in resort coupons per room, per stay! Check out these deals:

Dreams La Romana Resort & Spa 3 nights from $606 per person
Rate is valid for travel in a Premium Deluxe Garden View room category

Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa 3 nights from $760 per person
Rate is valid for travel in a Deluxe Tropical View room category

Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa 3 nights from $704 per persom
Rate is valid for travel in a Premium Deluxe Tropical and Garden View Double room category
Plus, receive one round of golf daily per person with unlimited green fees

Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort 3 nights from $806 per person
Rate is valid for travel in a Junior Suite Garden View King room category

Included:

Roundtrip hotel transfers
3-night hotel accommodations
Hotel tax and service charges
Endless gourmet meals, snacks, and top-shelf spirits
24-hour room and concierge services
Daily activities • Nightly entertainment • Non-motorized watersports and much more!

Additional cost for flights. Non-Stop flights available for Pittsburgh and Cleveland on select dates!  

Advertised rates above are valid for travel 1/15/19 - 1/18/19 & vary by departure date, book by 5/30/2018

Contact our travel experts HERE today for more info!

Wine Bar George Opens May 19th at Disney Springs!

The grand opening celebration of Wine Bar George begins at 5:00pm May 19th when the 1st glass of wine is poured! The restaurant’s namesake, George Miliotes, is a Master Sommelier – one of only 249 in the world. Wine Bar George is the only wine bar in Florida owned by a Master Sommelier and will offer more than 130 selections by the ounce, glass, and bottle in a range of varietals, vintages, and prices. 

This 200-seat wine bar is centrally located at The Landing. You can enjoy indoor seating with ambience reminiscent of a winemaker’s home or enjoy the sights and sounds of Disney Springs on the terrace with its fantastic views of The Landing and the waterfront stage. 

The Basket at Wine Bar George will offer European-style sandwiches, cheese, olives, hummus, charcuterie, cookies, and wines on tap—served to-go by the glass or carafe.

What a great place to hang out!

Want more info on booking your next magical vacation?

Contact our expert agents HERE today!!

Summer Superbia at UNICO 20°87°

This is the ultimate journey for the senses, featuring restaurant and bar takeovers, events by Michelin-starred and The World’s 50 Best Chefs, wine and tequila tastings, and crafted cocktails from top mixologists, and pool parties with Tulum’s best DJs. The party begins July 2nd and continues through August 27th. Faint of heart, beware.

Meet The Chefs!

Chef Paco Ruano
July 2 – 9
Restaurant | ALCALDE
Guadalajara, Mexico

• Awarded within the 50 Best of Latin America 2017
• Awarded Best Presentation of Menu Gourmet Awards 2017

Chef Ángel Vazquez
July 9 – 16
Restaurant | INTRO
Puebla, Mexico

• Only Mexican chef to cook for two of His Holiness in the Vatican, Benedict XVI and Francisco I
• Member of the Diplomatic Corps of Chefs of the SRE of Mexico

Chef Darren Walsh
July 16 – 23
Restaurant | LULA BISTRO
Ireland

• Awarded in the United Kingdom and New York Gourmet Award
• Winner at the BestTasting Menu 2016

Chef Kiko Moya
July 23 – 29
Restaurant | L’ESCALETA
Alicante, Spain

• Awarded with 2 Michelin stars and 3 Soles Repsol Guide
• Best Cook of the Year in Spain

Chef Javier Aranda
July 30 – AUGUST 06
Restaurant | LA CABRA & GAYTAN
Madrid, Spain

• Awarded with 2 Michelin stars and 1 Sol Repsol
• Considered the genius child of gastronomy in Spain

Chef Gerardo Vazquez Lugo
August 6 –13
Restaurant | NICOS
Mexico City, Mexico

• Awarded within The World’s 50 Best Chefs in Latin America 2017
• Considered one of Mexico’s modern-day culinary greats

Chef Diego Gallegos
August 13 – 20
Restaurant | SOLLO
Málaga, Spain

• Awarded 1 Michelin star and 1 Sol Guía Repsol
• Winner of the Best Cookbook in the World 2016

Chef Abel Hernandez
August 20 – 27
Restaurant | ELOISE
Mexico City, Mexico

• Awarded with 5 Star Diamond Awards
• Restaurant of the Year Food & Travels 2014

Want more info on this awesome event? Did we mention that UNICO 20°87° has unheard of unlimited excursions, spa treatments and golf!! This is a resort worth spending time at!

Contact our star agents HERE now!

Adventures by Disney 2019 Adventures are out!

Adventures by Disney® launched its 2019 itineraries – including the recently announced 11-day, 10-night Japan vacation.

Your  can enjoy an immersive, culturally rich vacation to Japan in 2019. During this incredible itinerary, you can visit temples in Kyoto, learn sword techniques with a master samurai, explore the bustling city of Tokyo, bike through rural Japan and more. 

Booking for these new itineraries opens for Adventure Insiders, past Adventures by Disney guests, and Platinum and Gold Castaway Club Members on May 7, 2018. Booking for general public opens on May 9, 2018.

Adventures By Disney is a truly immersive experience that give you unheard of access to amazing experiences all over the world! 

Contact our Star Agents HERE for more info on Adventures By Disney!

Special Extra Magic Hours

Heading to Walt Disney World® Resort this Spring or Summer? We have a surprise for you!

For a limited time, guests staying  at select Walt Disney World resort hotels can take advantage of more opportunities to enjoy additional Extra Magic Hours! On select mornings now-June 30, 2018, Guests can enjoy Extra Magic Hours access to the most popular experiences at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, including the newest attractions in Pandora – The World of Avatar, as well as Guest favorites like Expedition Everest and Dinosaur.

In July and August Guests staying at select Walt Disney World resort hotels can access Extra Magic Hours daily – yes, daily! – to experience favorite attractions at Disney’s Hollywood Studios®, including the attractions in the all-new Toy Story Land.

Don't have a reservation yet? It's not too late to get one! There are some great savings out there too! Contact our Disney Travel Experts HERE today! Expert planning at no extra cost to you!

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Vacation Like a Rock Star at Hard Rock Resorts!

Paradise comes to play at Hard Rock Hotel in Riviera Maya. Live large and experience the legendary Hard Rock hospitality, and undeniable excess at every turn.

THE HARD ROCK ALL INCLUSIVE SET LIST:

• Casual and à la carte dining
• 5 Star accommodations
• Beverages (alcoholic and otherwise)
• Delicious snacks
• Top-shelf, in-room liquor dispenser
• 24/7 in-room service
• Limitless World-Class Golf
• Land sports
• Fitness center
•  Jogging track
• Pool and beachside service
• Daily activities
• Nightly entertainment
• Live entertainment
• Free Wi-Fi in room and resort wide
• Parking Free
• Unlimited phone calls to the Continental US and Canada
• Private function concessions
• Gratuities included

LIMITLESS RESORT CREDIT PROGRAM

When you stay at a Hard Rock Resort you get resort credit in true rock star fashion! Get up to $3,600 in resort credit! Spend it any way you want, as much as you want, on spa, tours, and more. So ditch the wallet, the hidden charges, restrictions, and caps on any one thing. And unleash the luxury. *20% service fee applies

Rock Spa!

Hard Rock Riviera Maya is truly a one of a kind experience! Are you ready to vacation like a Rock Star? Contact our travel experts today HERE!

Free Dining is Back!

It's baaaaa-aaack! If you've been waiting to book for this fall, now is the time! This morning, Disney put out a Free Dining offer for VERY limited dates and resorts this fall. Here are the details!

This offer is valid for arrivals 8/20-9/29, 11/24-11/27, and 12/7-12/23. A free Quick Service plan is included at Value & Moderate Resorts, and a free Disney Dining plan is offered for Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resorts. This promotion requires a 4 night minimum stay, and you must have a park hopper ticket as part of the package. 

This offer is not valid for 3-bedroom villas, the Campsites at Fort Wilderness, Disney's Contemporary Resort, Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, Disney's Wilderness Lodge, Port Orleans Riverside, Port Orleans French Quarter, the Little Mermaid room at the Art of Animation, and All Star Movies.

Act fast! Inventory is limited!