During the grand reopening of Disneyland Hotel at Disneyland Paris, history was made by a 5-year-old Make-A-Wish child. Marie’s dream of becoming a princess came true, thanks to Make-A-Wish France and Disneyland Paris, granting her a royal invitation as the guest of honor, marking an extraordinary moment in time
Amidst the grand opening of the prestigious Disneyland Hotel, Marie embarked on a whimsical journey. Welcomed by a lavish party befitting royalty, Mickey Mouse and a jubilant cast of characters adorned the lobby, honoring Marie as their inaugural guest, crafting an enchanting moment to treasure forever.
As if Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother had planned the day herself, Marie enjoyed many of the enchanting experiences offered to guests at Disneyland Hotel. The first stop was Marie’s room for the night, the Disneyland Hotel Royal Suite, where she was transported to Queen Elsa’s Ice Palace atop the North Mountain from “Frozen.” Marie spent the day completely immersed in her favorite movie. After settling in, Marie experienced her very own princess makeover with the help of a few cast members and a little bit of pixie dust. An abundance of smiles and laughter ensued when Queen Elsa herself stopped by the suite for a special visit. After this splendid moment, Marie explored the hotel and met other Princesses such as Snow White and Aurora.
As if it couldn’t get any better, Marie’s magnificent day continued with a visit to Sleeping Beauty Castle where she stepped up to the royal balcony and enjoyed a unique and exceptional view of the park. After her castle experience, Marie enjoyed many Disneyland Park attractions and watched the incredible “Disney Stars on Parade.”
“There is no word to describe the experience we had and the emotions we felt. This stay was beyond our wildest dreams. All the moments of escapism we experienced are just unforgettable,” said Marie’s mother Aurore.
In honor of the grand opening of Disneyland Hotel at Disneyland Paris, Marie received an irreplicable wish, an extra special experience for an extra special occasion. Granting life-changing wishes like Marie’s is part of Disney’s commitment to deliver joy when it’s needed most. Wishes uplift spirits and unite families, friends and communities worldwide. Since 1980, Disney and Make-A-Wish have granted wishes for more than 150,000 children facing critical illnesses. To learn more, visit worldwish.org/disney.
