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POSTED Thu, 09/20/2018 - 20:02 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

Limited Time Fun Coming To Walt Disney World In 2019

Disney just announced a whole slew of limited time offerings for 2019 that will keep guests in the party mood from January to September! We'll have more information coming for you about the exciting new events as Disney expands the details, but here's a peek at how Walt Disney World will be celebrating all year long in 2019.

POSTED Mon, 09/03/2018 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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2019 Atlanta Braves Spring Training Schedule at ESPN Wide World of Sports

Disney & Major League Baseball are both as American as apple pie, so it's no wonder that the Atlanta Braves have been making their spring home at the ESPN Wide World of Sports (WWoS) for more than 20 years. In fact the very first event held at WWoS was a Braves Spring Training Game. Sadly, 2019 will be the final year for The Atlanta Braves to hold Spring Training at Walt Disney World. Now is the time to make your travel plans to enjoy both of these the great American institutions in the same fabulous vacation.

POSTED Tue, 02/21/2017 - 20:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.

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Caribbean Beach Resort Guests Notified of Impacts from Upcoming Construction Project

Late last week we shared the news that two of Disney's moderate resorts - Coronado Springs and Caribbean Beach - are scheduled for major refurbishment projects. Now we're hearing what that construction project means for guests at Caribbean Beach Resort.

POSTED Wed, 02/01/2017 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.

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Disney News Round-up: DisneyQuest Closing in July, Disney Files New Ride Patent, and More

Happy first day of February! We made it! In today's Disney news round-up we have a variety of things to check out including the announcement that DisneyQuest is closing for good this summer, and a new patent has been filed by Disney. Let's check it out.

POSTED Thu, 11/03/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.

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Disney News Round-Up: Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Merchandise, Disney Parks Holiday News, and More

And just like that Halloween is over and it's all about Christmas and the holiday season at the Walt Disney World Resort! The jack-o-lanterns have been replaced with garland and toy soldiers, and the first Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is November 7. Let's check out today's holiday-themed news round-up.

POSTED Fri, 02/12/2016 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.

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Disney and Pixar Win Big at the Annie Awards

The Walt Disney Studios and Pixar were the big winners at this year's International Animated Film Society's Annie Awards. Overall, Disney and its related companies picked up 17 Annie Awards. The Annie is the animation industry's equivalent of an Academy Award.

POSTED Tue, 01/19/2016 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.

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Bob Weis Named President of Walt Disney Imagineering

The Walt Disney Company announced late last week that Bob Weis would be taking over as president of Walt Disney Imagineering, replacing Bruce Vaughn. Weis was instrumental in the makeover of Disney California Adventure and was in charge of the Shanghai Disney project.

POSTED Fri, 12/25/2015 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.

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‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Breaks Global Box Office Records in Opening Weekend

Star Wars: The Force Awakens is still dominating the global box office following its record-breaking opening weekend. The film earned an all-time industry-high $248 million at the domestic box office last weekend and had an all-time record global box office of $529 million.

POSTED Sat, 10/31/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.

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Brothers Create Life-Size Version of Andy’s Room from 'Toy Story 3'

While most Disney fans are content with some subtle decor or collections to represent their love of all things Disney, two brothers recently took "design by Disney" to a whole new level. The brothers, Morgan and Mason McGrew, created a life-size version of Andy's room from Disney/Pixar's Toy Story 3.

POSTED Thu, 10/22/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.

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‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Opening Night Event at Walt Disney World Resort is Sold Out

Earlier this week Disney announced a special event for the opening of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. The "Opening Night Event" is planned for December 17 and includes a showing of the new film followed by a private after-hours party at Disney's Hollywood Studios. And as of today, the event is completely sold out.

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POSTED Wed, 01/04/2012 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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Date Night at Disney's Polynesian Resort

A breeze from Polynesia gently welcomes you as you walk through the doors to the Great Ceremonial House. At Disney's Polynesian Resort you can immerse yourself in a trip to the islands as you shop, dine, and relax for a romantic tropical date night at Walt Disney World.

POSTED Mon, 12/26/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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Fireworks at Sea

One of the best nights of all on board the ships of Disney Cruise Line is pirate night! From the pirate themed dinner to the outrageously fun deck party, Disney offers a great romping adventure of song, dance and piratey fun. The grand finale of that spectacular show is the extravagant treat of fireworks at sea. Disney is a pioneer in the Fireworks industry and their patented air launch system is not only quieter, greener, more precise and less dangerous; but allowed fireworks to be displayed in ways never seen before.

POSTED Fri, 12/23/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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Saratoga Springs Resort Turf Club Bar

Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa may be one of the hidden gems of Walt Disney World Hotels. It's Victoria Resort style decor harkens back to the "heyday" of Saratoga Springs, New York and the equestrian lifestyle enjoyed there. Disney's Saratoga Springs has two pool bars and the Turf Club Bar & Grill available for the enjoyment of their guests.

POSTED Mon, 12/19/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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Grand Floridian Resort & Spa's Magnificent Gingerbread House

One of Disney's most impressive holiday displays is the magnificent creation from the pastry chefs at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. 2011 will be the 13th year for the fantasy structure sitting in the Grand Floridian's Lobby, a life size gingerbread house.

POSTED Fri, 12/16/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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Afternoon Respite at Animal Kingdom's Dawa Bar

Where can you find a great place in Disney's Animal Kingdom to kick back and relax with a drink? Why not try the perennial fan favorite, the Dawa Bar. "Dawa" means "medicine" in Swahili and the mystical concoctions that are mixed up here could surely cure the stress of a crowded Theme Park. The Dawa Bar first-rate bartenders and staff help to make this a genuine little oasis in the middle of madness.

POSTED Wed, 12/14/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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Osborne Family Spectacle Of Lights

UPDATED Show Dates: November 8, 2013 through January 5, 2014

POSTED Fri, 11/25/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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ESPN Club is A Sports Fan's Dream Bar

If you're looking for a fun place to catch the "big game" on TV while you're at Walt Disney World, why not head on over to the ESPN Club located at Disney's Boardwalk Resort. Though Disney has closed affiliate restaurants around the country this ESPN Club continues to be a fun and happening place for sports fans in the Orlando area.

POSTED Tue, 11/22/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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Favorite Holiday Activities at Walt Disney World [Facebook Fans]

There is so much to see and do at Walt Disney World any time of year, but during the holiday season the entire resort seems to come alive with the festive spirit. Each and every park puts on it's very finest adornments to celebrate with all of the guests. We polled our Facebook Fans to see what their favorite part of the Holidays at WDW is and this is what they said!

POSTED Thu, 11/17/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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Holiday Decorations for Resort Rooms at Walt Disney World

Christmas season at Walt Disney World is a magical time full of whimsy and decorations reaching to every corner of the world. A recent trend, especially amongst DVCers, has been for travelers to decorate their hotel rooms with holiday finery to make it feel a little more like home.

POSTED Mon, 11/14/2011 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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Disney Cards for the Holiday Season

Creating custom Holiday Cards is a fantastic way to share your love for Disney with the people who are important to you. Though most people assume that pictures on Christmas Cards have to be of your kids, I'm here to say that Disney themes offer fantastic alternatives and spread the magic during this wonderful time of year.

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