Information about the Cinderella Castle Suite...

[Janet2k]

I'm not sure if this info has been posted before. I just found it on Disney's official website this afternoon and thought I would share it here.

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A Day (and a Night) in the Life of the Cinderella Castle Suite

* Each morning, a magical time and place is randomly selected from anywhere on Walt Disney World property to find a winner of a night in the Cinderella Castle Suite.

* A Disney Dream Squad of cast members is advised of the selection, heads to the location and identifies the winning guest from the selection criteria.

* The Disney Dream Squad informs the guest of their prize, explains the details of the prize and asks if they want to accept it.

* If they accept, after a short verification process, the fanfare begins. (If the guest does not accept the prize, the computer randomly selects another lucky guest. The computer will select up to three guests each day.)

* The winner and up to five guests head back to their hotel to pack an overnight bag. Then it's on to their day of royalty.

* First event is a photo session on Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom. They are proclaimed royalty for the day and led down Main Street to their suite.

* The Royal Concierge checks them into the suite and gives them a formal tour, regaling them with the history and spectacle of the suite's royal heritage.

* After a bit of free time to explore their imperial quarters, the winning family is awarded one of the highest honors bestowed on guests of Magic Kingdom as they become Grand Marshals of the "Disney Dreams Come True" parade.

* Following more luxurious relaxation time in the suite, the winner's magical evening begins with dinner at Cinderella's Royal Table, a feast fit for a monarch, with a meet-and-greet with Cinderella.

* Dinner is capped with VIP viewing of the "SpectroMagic" nighttime parade and "Wishes" fireworks spectacular. **

* For up to two hours after the scheduled close of the park, the family will have access to Magic Kingdom with a VIP Guest Relations cast member. This will allow them to enjoy the atmosphere of the park before they retire for the evening. Suggested after-hours tours will be available which include modified versions of "Art of the Theme Show" and "Keys to the Kingdom," which are tours that explore the history and creativity behind Magic Kingdom. This special "after hours" opportunity gives these guests an amazing opportunity to see Magic Kingdom in a way that few guests have experienced.

* Then it's back to the suite for a night of "suite dreams." At the suite, they discover their beds turned down with royal sweets, and their room stocked with a variety of snacks and drinks. (The Royal Concierge is just a stone's throw away should the family require anything during the night.)

* After a glorious night's sleep in the royal chamber, the winning family is awakened by a personalized wake-up call from Cinderella.

* Then, as with every fairytale, the clock strikes and the family returns to their magical vacation, checking out of the Cinderella Castle Suite, which is then readied for the next day's royal visitors.

(** Available most non-special-event nights.)

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[Janet2k]

More info from the official Disney website. Since most of you have seen photos of the suite by now, this information will describe what you saw in those phots.

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Cinderella Castle Suite: A Regal Tour

Foyer:

* Cinderella's Coach mosaic tile floor contains more than 30,000 tiles, including 3,400 24-carat gold and more than 120 white-gold pieces.

* The tile creation entailed four months of hand-cut work by four craftswomen who share more than 100 years of experience working with mosaics.

* (Coming) -- Custom-made -- and priceless -- glass slipper (Steuben Glass).

Royal Bedchamber:

* From the Netherlands, a Dutch secretary desk (17th century) with inlaid wood and velvet-lined shelves.

* From Thailand, three hand-woven rugs.

* Two authentic antique "slipper" chairs. They look like children's furniture, but were actually used during the 17th and 18th century by adults who sat in the chairs to put shoes on.

* Two custom designed headboards stand 8 feet, 2 inches with "C" (for Cinderella) crest.

* Venetian glass sconces adorn either side of the fireplace and contain a Cinderella and prince likeness etched on each.

* A painted portrait of Cinderella magically changes to a television above the fireplace, using newly created special effects dreamed up by Imagineers.

* Inspired by the Cinderella story, playful carved mice cavort on support columns.

* 600-pound antique limestone fireplace -- 17th century Gothic molded from an original wood fireplace from France. The fiber optics give the appearance of a fire with glowing embers.

* Two cinder pots reflect Cinderella's humble roots. Made from hand-hammered copper. French reproduction, red with gold accents.

* Rich wood furnishings. Mahogany and maple throughout.

Royal Sitting Room

* Magic mirror -- based on French design. Special glass mirror that transforms into a TV as part of the entertainment center.

* Custom designed sofa bed -- one-of-a-kind with French-carved details.

* Stained-glass windows telling the story of Cinderella. They face west fittingly toward Cinderella's Golden Carrousel in Fantasyland. Crystal jewels adorn the windows.

* Right and left mirrored spaces in the parlor open to reveal hidden drawers and space for hanging clothes. (Castles always were full of hidden doors.) The center space opens to reveal the DVD player and small refrigerator.

Royal Bath

* Grotto-inspired design.

* Ceiling features a dome of twinkling stars.

* Custom-made 4 x 4, multi-jet Jacuzzi tub with waterfall faucet and Chromatherapy Lighting.

* Three mosaics containing a total of 30,000 tiles made of Italian smalti glass, hand-cut and placed by Disney artisans. Features include a crystal slipper, a crystal pumpkin, the initials "WD" (Walt Disney) and a mouse looking up toward the castle -- plus a few other surprises.

* Hand-hammered copper leaf basins with silver leaf.
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[Janet2k]

To see a photograph of the custom-made Cinderella Glass Slipper that was crafted by Steuben Glass and will be showcased in the suite, click here.

 

[Janet2k]

For those of you who will be vacationing in Walt Disney World this year, I hope you're lucky enough to be in the right place at the right time. And please remember to share photos of your Cinderella Suite stay here on the Dis upon your return home.

 

[Janet2k]

I thought I would share a few links to audio clips about the Cinderella Castle Suite prize. The man speaking is Mr. Tom Fitzgerald, Executive Vice President, Senior Creative Executive, Walt Disney Imagineering.

Audio Clip # 1
Audio Clip # 2

 

[ppiew]

This is all so far beyond a wish or a dream I can hardly fathom it!!! Disney sure went all out on this one! What a magical experience some families will be able to have!! I wish all good luck!! (and please don't scratch the furniture!!)

 

[glitzybabes]

What will happen to the suite after YOMD is over??? Does anyone know???

 

[Janet2k]

I attended a VIP Tour of the Magic Kingdom last summer. One of my favorite Dis'ers had invited me on it. During the tour, our VIP Tour Guide pointed out the location of the Castle Suite. I took a few photos of it as we walked by it. I have now uploaded those photos into an on-line photo album so I could share them with you. They should give you a pretty good idea of where the suite is located:

Castle Photo #1
Castle Photo #2
Castle Photo #3
Castle Photo #4
Castle Photo #5

From the photos that I recently saw on the Internet of the suite's parlor room, I believe that is where the three tall, blue windows (circled in red & yellow on my photos) are located.

Disney should be releasing their photos of the suite soon. I can't wait to view them (even though the unofficial photos showed just how ~magical~ that suite is).

 

[kmab00]

So when is the magical "first night" in the Castle? Anyone know??

 

[Fantasmic303]

I think the official nights begin tomorrow (Thursday, the 25th), but there have been VIPs and special guests staying there over the last week or so.

 

[LisaNJ25]

so silly question but I guess they would have staff around all night so you dont sneak out of the castle and walk around the park?

 

[TigrLvsPooh]

Ok... so it looks like we need to be up and awake early every morning so we can get out there and be chosen! I wonder if the randomly selected locations are only in the parks?? Or also at the resorts?? Hmmmm....

I can't wait to see who the first DISer chosen will be!!!

 

[Janet2k]

I thought I would share a few links to audio clips about the Cinderella Castle Suite prize. The man speaking is Mr. Tom Fitzgerald, Executive Vice President, Senior Creative Executive, Walt Disney Imagineering.

Audio Clip # 1
Audio Clip # 2

Here are some more. The first three audio clips are by Stephen Silvestri, Imagineering Art Director for Cinderella Castle:

Audio Clip # 3
Audio Clip # 4
Audio Clip # 5

And here are two audio clips by Cathy Carver, Imagineer and Lead Designer for the Cinderella Castle Suite:

Audio Clip # 6
Audio Clip # 7

 

[Janet2k]

As soon as Disney releases photos and video of the Castle Suite, I'll be sure to post links to them here. I did see the suite on "Good Morning America" this morning. It looked beautiful.

 

[Janet2k]

I wonder if the randomly selected locations are only in the parks?? Or also at the resorts??

Only the computer knows for certain. According to Disney's official press release:

* Each morning, a magical time and place is randomly selected from anywhere on Walt Disney World property to find a winner of a night in the Cinderella Castle Suite.

* A Disney Dream Squad of cast members is advised of the selection, heads to the location and identifies the winning guest from the selection criteria.

* The Disney Dream Squad informs the guest of their prize, explains the details of the prize and asks if they want to accept it.

* If they accept, after a short verification process, the fanfare begins. (If the guest does not accept the prize, the computer randomly selects another lucky guest. The computer will select up to three guests each day.)

 

[Janet2k]

This is all so far beyond a wish or a dream I can hardly fathom it!!! Disney sure went all out on this one! What a magical experience some families will be able to have!! I wish all good luck!! (and please don't scratch the furniture!!)

Ppiew, I agree. What a ~magical~ experience. I hope you are lucky enough to stay there (and I hope the furniture hasn't been scratched by the prior guests!).

 

[Janet2k]

What will happen to the suite after YOMD is over??? Does anyone know???

That is the million dollar question, isn't it? So far, nothing has been announced yet by Disney.

 

[Janet2k]

so silly question but I guess they would have staff around all night so you dont sneak out of the castle and walk around the park?

Disney has already thought of that and that is why you get time alone in the theme park after-hours with a VIP Guest Relations Cast Member. According to the official press release:


* The Royal Concierge checks them into the suite and gives them a formal tour, regaling them with the history and spectacle of the suite's royal heritage.

* After a bit of free time to explore their imperial quarters, the winning family is awarded one of the highest honors bestowed on guests of Magic Kingdom as they become Grand Marshals of the "Disney Dreams Come True" parade.

* Following more luxurious relaxation time in the suite, the winner's magical evening begins with dinner at Cinderella's Royal Table, a feast fit for a monarch, with a meet-and-greet with Cinderella.

* Dinner is capped with VIP viewing of the "SpectroMagic" nighttime parade and "Wishes" fireworks spectacular. **

* For up to two hours after the scheduled close of the park, the family will have access to Magic Kingdom with a VIP Guest Relations cast member. This will allow them to enjoy the atmosphere of the park before they retire for the evening. Suggested after-hours tours will be available which include modified versions of "Art of the Theme Show" and "Keys to the Kingdom," which are tours that explore the history and creativity behind Magic Kingdom. This special "after hours" opportunity gives these guests an amazing opportunity to see Magic Kingdom in a way that few guests have experienced.

* Then it's back to the suite for a night of "suite dreams." At the suite, they discover their beds turned down with royal sweets, and their room stocked with a variety of snacks and drinks. (The Royal Concierge is just a stone's throw away should the family require anything during the night.)

* After a glorious night's sleep in the royal chamber, the winning family is awakened by a personalized wake-up call from Cinderella.

* Then, as with every fairytale, the clock strikes and the family returns to their magical vacation, checking out of the Cinderella Castle Suite, which is then readied for the next day's royal visitors.

(** Available most non-special-event nights.)

 

[Janet2k]

Here is a link to the video clip of today's segment on "Good Morning America" regarding the winners of their Castle Suite Contest: click here.

 

[Janet2k]

From Disney's official press release: click here

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The Fouch Family of DeWitt, Mich., is the first family to receive an overnight stay in the Cinderella Castle Suite at the Magic Kingdom theme park

(Jan. 25, 2007): Lisa (far left) and Jim (far right) Fouch of DeWitt, Mich., flank their children Brad, 16, and Hannah, 8, while being escorted by Cinderella through the Magic Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Jan. 25, 2007 after being randomly awarded the very first overnight stay in the brand new Cinderella Castle Suite as part of Disney's "The Year of a Million Dreams." Brad was in the right place at the right time -- seat 8 in row 2 of simulator 4 in the Star Tours attraction at the Disney-MGM Studios theme park around 10 a.m. Thursday -- the location and time a computer had designated a single guest to be awarded the Castle Suite dream-come-true experience for his family. As part of their royal treatment, the Fouch family was scheduled to act as grand marshals in Thursday's "Dreams Come True" parade at the Magic Kingdom before dinner at Cinderella's Royal Table and their magical evening in the suite. During "The Year of a Million Dreams" more than one million dreams will be awarded at Walt Disney World and Disneyland resorts throughout 2007. To date, more than 303,400 have been awarded at Disneyland Resort in California and Walt Disney World in Florida. (Gene Duncan, photographer)
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