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Walt Disney World Resort in Florida: make dreams come true!

It's easy to see why Walt Disney World Resort is one of the most loved holiday destinations in the world. There's six magical Parks – including two thrilling Water Parks – two dazzling neighbourhoods of night-time entertainment, and more than 25 unique Disney Resort Hotels to choose from.

With Disney Park Tickets, you’ll have access to every area of Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, including: 

• Magic Kingdom Park 
• Disney’s Hollywood Studios
• Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
• Epcot
• Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park 
• Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park and more. 

Choose from one of our expertly selected Walt Disney World Resort packages and book your Disney Park Tickets today. It goes without saying that all the faff is taken care of, so all you need to do is remember your passport (and have as much fun as possible, of course).

Magic Kingdom Park - Live the fairy tale

Wonder and fantasy are everywhere. Six enchanted lands with masses of magical attractions make exciting adventures and timeless fairy tale classics just a smile away. It’s the one — and only — place where Disney fantasies and Characters come to life!

Fun for little ones

• Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin: Defeat Zurg in this shooting-gallery game where you fire lasers in a thrilling space battle. Inspired by Disney·Pixar’s Toy Story.
• Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid: Enter Prince Eric’s castle, board a giant clamshell and rock out on this musical attraction.
• Mickey’s PhilharMagic: Disney magic blends with Disney music in this superb 3D adventure with Donald Duck.

Big thrills

• Big Thunder Mountain Railroad: Take off on a runaway train through the Wild West!
• Splash Mountain: Soak up a five-storey drop on this hugely popular attraction.
• Space Mountain: High speed rollercoaster adventure into the darkest part of the universe.

Family fun

• Seven Dwarfs Mine Train: Embark on an exhilarating journey inspired by the classic Disney film.
• Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade*: See Mickey and friends in this dazzling parade as it marches its way into your hearts. 
• Pirates of the Caribbean: Set sail on a swashbuckling voyage to a long-forgotten time and place when pirates and privateers ruled the seas.

Don't miss!

• Happily Ever After*: Gather round Cinderella Castle for an awe-inspiring show that’s sure to surprise and delight. Happily Ever After takes you on an unforgettable journey that captures the heart, humour and heroism of many favourite Disney animated films. 
   

*Genie+ not available.

Disney's Hollywood Studios - Encounter the thrills

Get set for an immersive experience where you’re not merely watching the story but an actual part of it. Here your favourite stories unfold all around you. Together your family will join the action in exhilarating new episodes that engage every one of your senses. Each and every story is unforgettable, because this time… you’re right in the middle of them all.

Fun for little ones

• Alien Swirling Saucers: Inspired by Disney·Pixar’s Toy Story films, take a toy rocket ride while aliens fly around in toy saucers and The Claw looms above.
• Meet favourite Disney Characters*: You’ll find them around almost every corner here, including favourite Toy Story pals like Buzz Lightyear and Woody.
• Disney Junior Dance Party: Join Doc McStuffins, Vampirina, Timon and Mickey for a high-energy musical celebration.

Big thrills

• Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance: Join an epic battle between the First Order and the Resistance, including a face-off with Kylo Ren!
• Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith: Rocket from 0–60 in 2.8 seconds, to the beat of Aerosmith.
• The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™: Hurtle up and down on a haunted, elevator-themed ride. You’re about to enter… The Twilight Zone™!

Family fun

• Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway: burst into the wacky and unpredictable world of a Mickey Mouse cartoon short. 
• Slinky Dog Dash: inspired by Disney·Pixar’s Toy  Story films, this crazy coaster whooshes round curves, up hills and down drops for chaotic family fun. 
• Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run: take the controls in one of three unique and critical roles on this unforgettable mission.

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

For the first time ever, there’s a place where you can live your very own Star Wars™ story. Come discover yourself in a whole new land where a galaxy far, far away unfolds all around you. Welcome to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.

You’ll be immersed in the alluring offerings of a mysterious outpost that’s a haven for scoundrels, rogues and smugglers. Around corners and through back alleys, you can encounter strange creatures and alien languages. Touch ancient antiquities from across the galaxy. You can build your own droids and a custom lightsaber. And be sure to drop by the cantina to sample the local beverages and curious concoctions. This marketplace summons your senses to life like never before.

On Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, you’ll board the Millennium Falcon, where legends have been made and new ones are about to be created. You and your crew are part of a covert mission that directs you to take control of the fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy. The engines rumble as the Falcon blasts off as you enter hyperspace and into the adventure you’ve always dreamed of. Along the way you’ll face excitement around every turn and sway, plus the looming threat of the First Order!

Next, it’s Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, opening later in the year. Steady your nerves and summon your resolve—because you and other Resistance recruits have boarded a transport that has been captured by a Star Destroyer. In an instant, you’ll be caught in blaster fire from stormtroopers surrounding you. And if that’s not enough, you’ll discover how huge the excitement can get when you round a corner and discover a towering AT-AT—with its lasers pointed…Right. At. You. At last, a sudden red glow cuts the darkness and the crackle of a lightsaber announces an inevitable showdown with Kylo Ren himself.

So, raise a glass of Blue Milk. Because soon the time will come to live your adventure in a galaxy far, far away at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.

*Genie+ not available.
^Opened 29 August 2019. Capacity for Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge area and its experiences is limited. Access to the park, land and experiences may be restricted or unavailable depending on guest demand and other factors. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance attraction opens later in the year. Park tickets, Annual Passes, holiday packages and Walt Disney World Resort Hotel stays do not guarantee access to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Disney FastPass+ service is unavailable for the attractions in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. 

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Age or height restrictions may apply to some attractions.

Epcot - Travel in time and space

High tech fun and Disney imagination combine with the wonder of diverse cultures in two distinct realms: Future World (the wonders of tomorrow, today) and World Showcase (visit 11 countries in one day). Both are bursting with excitement and thrills across a wide range of different attractions.

Fun for little ones

• The Seas with Nemo & Friends: Inspired by Disney·Pixar’s Finding Nemo, join Marlin and Dory on an adventure to find the ever elusive clownfish Nemo.
• Turtle Talk with Crush: Visit Crush along with Dory and some of her friends from Disney·Pixar’s Finding Dory as they engage in real time Q&A with their human friends.
• Epcot Character Spot: Meet Mickey and his pals for photos and autographs, hugs and smiles.

Big thrills

• Soarin’ Around the World: Soar high in the sky and feel the wind race across your face during a hand-gliding flight across the globe.
• Test Track: Presented by Chevrolet, design your own custom-concept vehicle and take it for a test drive!
• Mission: SPACE: Play your part in this thrilling astronaut-like experience.

Family fun

• Frozen Ever After: Set sail in Arendelle on this family attraction, and then stop by the Royal Sommerhus* for an encounter with the famed sisters. 
• Spaceship Earth: Take a journey through time from prehistoric man’s first words all the way to the 21st century’s cyber age.
• World Showcase*: You’ll feel like you’re strolling across the globe as you experience the sights, sounds and tastes of 11 different countries in one day.

*Genie+ not available

Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park - Alive with magic

Explore the wonders of nature throughout the day and into the night. At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park discover rare animals, authentic adventures and world-class entertainment transporting you to the heart of nature — alive with magic.

Fun for little ones

• Finding Nemo - The Musical: Inspired by Disney∙Pixar’s Finding Nemo, this must-’sea’ adventure makes a splash with spectacular music and stunning theatrical puppetry.
• The Boneyard*: An open-air play space, designed to look like a dinosaur dig site.
• Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail*: Explore a lush tropical forest inhabited by gorillas, hippos and exotic birds.

Big thrills

• AVATAR Flight of Passage: Take flight on the back of a mountain banshee as it soars over this vast and stunning land.
• Expedition Everest™: Beware the dreaded Yeti on this highspeed train trek through the Himalayan unknown.
• Kali River Rapids: Prepare to get wet - really wet! - on a wild, white-water Asian river ride.

Family fun

• Rivers of Light: An immersive nighttime celebration of the beauty of nature.
• Na’vi River Journey: Glide deep into a bioluminescent rain forest on a mystical family adventure.
• Kilimanjaro Safaris: Ride off in an open-air vehicle for an 18-minute day or evening tour of a lush African Savannah, home to real-live exotic animals.

*Genie+ not available.

Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park* - Soak up the sun

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park features the largest inland surfing lagoon in Florida. For tots, there’s a lot. For teens, thrills like you’ve never seen. Everyone can hang ten, or take five in this tropical paradise.

Fun for little ones

• Bay Slides: Twin body slides offer scaled-down thrills and spills suitable for even the tiniest of tiny tots. 
• Ketchakiddee Creek: An area designed just for them, with pint-size slides, fountains and waterfalls. 

Big thrills

• Crush ‘n’ Gusher: Defy gravity as you and your raft are propelled by powerful jets through uphill climbs and surprise after surprise. 
• Humunga Kowabunga: he screams you hear are your own as you plunge 65 metres down Mount Mayday.
• Mayday Falls: Brave the rapids — and the bumps — on the highest waterslide at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon.

Family fun

• Miss Adventure Falls: Board a treasure raft and hit the high seas for the longest ride in the history of the Disney Water Parks! 
• Gangplank Falls: Gather the gang for a raft ride in a giant inner-tube with room enough for four people.
• Surf Pool: Experience the drama of a sixfoot swell in this huge azure blue lagoon. 

Chill out

• Castaway Creek: Grab an inner tube and ease into the relaxing retreat of this continuous, flowing river that winds its way around the whole Water Park.

Don't miss!

• Sandy White Beach: Slow right down as you lie back and relax on the beautiful white shores surrounding the Surf Pool. With waves lapping and golden sun beaming down, these pristine sands are a haven from which to watch watery antics, or simply top up the tan. 

* Water Parks subject to closure for refurbishment, as well as seasonal and weather closures. Age or height restrictions may apply to some attractions. As to Disney artwork and properties, ©Disney.

Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park* - Dive into fun

Chill out all year round at Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park, 61 acres of fun built around the mythical tale of a one-time ski resort that melted into soothing, warm water — creating the perfect water playground.

Fun for little ones

• Tike’s Peak: Their own kid-size version of the Park, complete with mini Mt Gushmore.
• Cross Country Creek: Drift lazily down a mountain through melting snow caves.

Big thrills

• Downhill Double Dipper: Race against your friends on these side-by-side waterslides. 
• Slush Gusher: Start training for ‘the big one’ on this 90-ft long waterslide.
• Snow Stormers: Weave your way down the mountain on your stomach as you take on the snaking curves of one of three winding waterslides.

Family fun

• Toboggan Racers: Go for glory as one of eight racing to the finish line of this hilly slalom.
• Ski Patrol Training Camp: Big kids and pre-teens can challenge themselves or chill out in this activity-driven play area.
• Teamboat Springs: The family that rafts together, laughs together on this 365-metre raft ride over rushing waterfalls.

Chill out

• Melt-Away Bay: An oasis at the foot of Mt Gushmore, this one-acre wave pool is the perfect chill-out zone. Listen to the sound of the surf as gentle azure waves lap the shore, or grab an inner tube and bob merrily out at sea. 
   

* Water Parks subject to closure for refurbishment, as well as seasonal and weather closures. Age or height restrictions may apply to some attractions. As to Disney artwork and properties, ©Disney.

Disney Springs - One place for fashion, flavour, fun

Disney Springs is distinctly different, in the best possible way. Not only is it a place for fashion-forward finds at flagship stores, but it’s also a place for culinary adventures with world-famous chefs, and loads of exciting entertainment.

Better yet, there’s a whole lot of magic in the mix — it is Disney, after all. It all adds up to a grand place to while away the day and linger into the evening.

Serious shopping

Fashionistas rejoice. Collectors exclaim. Disneyphiles delight. Meander through Disney Springs and you’ll discover over 100 shops, boutiques, and international brands. In one trip, it’s not uncommon to find chic jewellery, hand-painted shoes, and a personalised holiday ornament. And that’s before you even get to World of Disney — the largest Character store on the planet, packed with apparel, collectibles and of course, Disney toys.

Unique entertainment

There’s always plenty to do at Disney Springs. Day or night, enjoy a ride in a tethered helium balloon or a vintage Amphicar, catch a movie at AMC 24 Dine-In Theatre, or score big bowling at Splitsville Luxury Lanes. Once the sun sets, this late-night hotspot offers plenty of live entertainment and incredible, one-of-a-kind venues that are perfect for a special night out

Delicious dining

Whether you’re craving spicy tuna sushi rolls or wood-fired paella, Disney Springs has over 50 drool-worthy eateries on the menu, offering everything from quick bites to special meals. There are restaurants that double down on family fun, spectacular rooftop patios, food trucks, and even a dinosaur-themed café! And for a real culinary sensation, check out the unrivalled collection of venues inspired by celebrity and award-winning chefs.

Holidays to Walt Disney World have it all wrapped up with a sprinkling of Disney magic. You can do everything from conquer Splash Mountain to have a meet and greet with Goofy, or simply switch off and relax. Get booked into one of our Walt Disney World Resort in Florida hotels today and book your tickets with Virgin Atlantic Holidays.

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