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POSTED Fri, 07/29/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces Merchandise Events for August

If you're making plans to visit the Walt Disney World Resort in August, there is a new slate of special merchandise events planned. Most of the events are taking place at either Disney Springs or in World Showcase in Epcot.

POSTED Wed, 07/20/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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My Disney Experience App Now Features ‘Get Directions’ Function

If you have ever found yourself wandering aimlessly at one the of the Walt Disney World theme parks, unsure of how to get from point A to point B, wander no more! The My Disney Experience app now includes a 'get directions' function.

POSTED Thu, 07/14/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-Up: Early Morning Magic Coming to Hollywood Studios, Alligator Characters Return to Theme Parks, and More

Welcome to another edition of our Disney news round-up! It's been a busy week of news from Walt Disney World Resort including news of a new morning event at Disney's Hollywood Studios and the reappearance of the crocodile and alligator characters. Let's check it out.

POSTED Tue, 07/12/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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2016 Epcot Food and Wine Festival News: Full Booth Menus and Details on Seminars and Demos

It's time to start planning your visit to the 2016 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! We have details on the marketplace booth menus, plus low-cost culinary seminars and demos. Let's dive in and see what this year's Festival has in store.

POSTED Wed, 07/06/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-Up: New Disney Vera Bradley Designs, New Popcorn Flavors, and More

Happy Wednesday and welcome to another edition of our Disney news round-up! The Magic Kingdom was recently named the #3 amusement park in the country in Trip Advisor's Travelers' Choice Awards. Disney's Hollywood Studios was #6 on the list, and Disney's Animal Kingdom was #10.

POSTED Thu, 06/30/2016 - 19:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Partial List of Candlelight Processional Narrators Announced and Dining Package Reservations Available

It's that time of year again: time to start thinking about your holiday visit to Walt Disney World. And no holiday visit at Epcot is complete without a viewing of the popular Candlelight Processional at Epcot's America Theater Gardens.

POSTED Wed, 06/29/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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July Merchandise Events Announced for Walt Disney World Resort

The Walt Disney World Resort has announced a slate of special merchandise events for the month of July. If you're visiting next month you'll have a chance to meet popular artists, check out a new Dooney & Bourke collection, and more.

POSTED Tue, 06/28/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: New Dooney & Bourke Designs, Disney Beaches Reopen, and More

Welcome to another weekly round-up of all the Disney news that's fit to print! We have a lot of news to report including two new Disney Dooney & Bourke collections and a new device for charging your electronics at Disney World. Let's check it out.

POSTED Mon, 06/27/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Celebrate the Fourth of July at the Walt Disney World Resort

The Walt Disney World Resort is ready to celebrate the Fourth of July with special fireworks and other entertainment options. And of course don't forget about the year-round patriotic offerings including the Magic Kingdom's Hall of Presidents and 'We the People' at Epcot's American Adventure.

POSTED Fri, 06/24/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Four New Road Projects Planned for Walt Disney World Resort

Four road projects were recently approved for the Walt Disney World Resort. The Reedy Creek Improvement District has approved a $355 million package for the projects which are expected to be completed by 2018.

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POSTED Mon, 10/23/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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10 Things To See During The Holidays At Walt Disney World

Holidays at Walt Disney World are right around the corner and I'm looking forward to a variety of exciting activities! It's a fan favorite time of year when the property is decorated with seasonal lights and trim to go along with the bustling activities. Read on to learn 10 exciting things to see during the holidays at Disney.

POSTED Wed, 10/18/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Enhanced Mickey Sand Bunker On The Magnolia Golf Course

Since 1971 golf has played a big part in many Walt Disney World Vacations. The property is home to four championship golf courses with old growth trees, spacious greens, and some challenging water hazards. Recently one of the most loved features of the Magnolia Golf Course, the par 3 No. 6 hole with its Mickey-shaped sand bunker, received a little tender loving care.

POSTED Tue, 10/17/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Fun And Fast Facts About Disney Springs

Walt Disney World has had a shopping center on the site of Disney Springs since 1975, The quaint shopping village was home to a toy shop, pottery shop, garden store, and small grocer amongst others. Disney Springs today is a bustling "metropolis of shopping, dining and entertainment," a creative reimagination of Downtown Disney and perhaps the most luxurious and cosmopolitan incarnation yet. Read on for some fun and fast facts about Disney Springs.

POSTED Mon, 10/09/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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5 Reasons To Love The Walt Disney World Swan And Dolphin

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is a beautiful complex that sits nestled between Epcot and Disney's Hollywood Studios on the shores of Crescent Lake. If you haven't been by recently, you may want to head on over and check it out since the completion of their $140 Million renovation project. The resort has a stylish new look from lobby to guest room, new amenities, and the very latest in technology.

POSTED Wed, 10/04/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Inside A Refurbished Room At Disney's Pop Century Resort

In late 2016 Disney's Pop Century Resort began to refurbish its 1990's building rooms with a brand new design. Walt Disney World For Grown-ups reader Rebekah M. recently stayed in a newly refurbished room at Disney's Pop Century Resort and shared some of her thoughts with us on the new design.

POSTED Mon, 10/02/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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35 Reasons To Love Epcot For The 35th Anniversary

Yesterday Epcot experienced the 35th Anniversary of its opening date with a special ceremony and huge crowds. We wanted to mark the day here on the blog, so the team came up with a list of 35 Reasons We Love Epcot at 35! It was hard to limit our list to just 35 reasons to love Walt Disney World's second gate, but here is our list, in no particular order.

POSTED Wed, 09/27/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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runDisney: Tips For Carb-Load at Walt Disney World

Carb-loading, runners talk about it, but how many actually know how it should be done? What seems like a great excuse for a pizza and pasta party on the sports teams of our youth, needs to be delved into a little further as adults heading out for a Disney Half Marathon and beyond. We've got a few great tips to get the most out of your Walt Disney World pre-race carb-load.

POSTED Tue, 09/26/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Cool Down With Great Drinks at The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

The 2017 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is in full swing at the Walt Disney World Resort. With all the delicious food and wine to indulge in, it can be easy to spend a lot of time out in that hot summer sun. If you're looking for something to help you cool off at the festival, be sure to make a stop at one of these booths at kiosks that are serving up some delicious cool beverages.

POSTED Mon, 09/25/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Celebrating Epcot’s 35th Anniversary In Park October 1, 2017

On Oct. 1, 1982 Walt Disney World opened its second Theme Park on the vast Florida property. A Park dedicated to the exploration of art, science, and culture, Epcot was a new kind of destination, a permanent world's fair where guests could enjoy learning about the world around them and new horizons in the future.

On October 1st, 2017 Disney Parks will be celebrating the 35th Anniversary of the opening of Epcot. Let's take a look at some of the fun things Disney has in store for this very special day.

POSTED Thu, 09/21/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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10 Reasons Fall Is My Favorite Time Of Year To Visit Walt Disney World

One of the most frequent questions I get asked when discussing Walt Disney World travel with people, is what time of year is best to travel. While my answer is always dependent on the interests of those inquiring, I also make mention of when I like to travel. Year after year Fall continues to be one of my favorite times of year to visit Walt Disney World, here are ten reasons why.