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Perfect Petals Brunch Announced for Launch of New Disney Collection by Vera Bradley Pattern

The Disney Collection by Vera Bradley is launching a new pattern later this spring, and to celebrate Disney is hosting a "Perfect Petals Brunch" on May 4.

The new pattern, "Mickey's Perfect Petals," will have its official debut during the brunch at Epcot's World ShowPlace.

The new pattern features spring colors and subtle Mickey Mouse designs that are similar to the Hidden Mickeys guests can find at Disney Parks.

Walt Disney World Resort Announces February Merchandise Events

If you're visiting the Walt Disney World Resort this month there are several special merchandise events planned.

The Pop of Minnie makeup collection from Beautifully Disney officially launches February 8 at Tren-D in the Downtown Disney Marketplace. "Minnie" makeovers are available for guests from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Groovy Lineup Announced for Flower Power Concert Series at Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival

The Flower Power Concert Series during the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival is once again going to get guests grooving to the sweet sounds of the '60s and '70s.

March 7 is the first date for the Flower Power Concert Series and this year's lineup inculdes two new acts: Gary Lewis and The Playboys (This Diamond Ring) and Alan Parson Live Project (Eye in the Sky).

The Flower Power Concert Series is performed at America Gardens Theater at 5:30, 6:45, and 8 p.m. every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of the Flower & Garden Festival.

HGTV and DIY Network Stars to Appear at the 2014 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

The Crashers are coming to the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival.

Fans of HGTV and the DIY Network know that "The Crashers" are the expert designers and contractors who seek out people at home improvement stores who need renovation help. Once The Crashers find someone in need of help they spend just three days making over the person's bathroom, kitchen, or other area that needs renovation.

2014 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival Starts March 5

The Muppets are coming to the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival!

Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy will be making their debut in a Muppet-themed topiary located in World Showcase when the Flower and Garden Festival returns to Epcot on March 5. The main entrance topiary display will feature Goofy, Donald Duck, and Daisy Duck taking part in a butterfly hunt as they celebrate the return of spring.

Florida Residents Can Enjoy Special Savings at the Walt Disney World Resort in Early 2014

Residents of the Sunshine State can take advantage of some special savings this winter and spring at The Walt Disney World Resort.

Disney is offering Florida residents a special park admission offer of three days for $129 plus tax. This offer will get guests into one theme park per day and can be used at any of the Walt Disney World theme parks. There is an option to add a fourth day for an additional $20 plus tax.

New Year’s Eve Wasn’t So Magical for Some Guests at the Magic Kingdom

The holidays are always a busy time at the Walt Disney World Resort, and New Year's Eve 2013 was no exception.

The Magic Kingdom reached capacity early Tuesday morning and was at a Phase 3 closing by about 11 a.m.

A Phase 3 park closing means admission to the park is limited to Disney Resort guests, Annual, Premier, and Premium Passholders, guests with dining reservations, and guests who have Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique or Pirates League reservations.

A Few Magical Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Walt Disney World Resort

If you haven't made your New Year's Eve plans yet and you're going to be at the Walt Disney World Resort there are a few rather magical ways to ring in 2014.

As of mid-December, Monsieur Paul still had a few reservations available for noon, 12:30, 2:30, and 3 p.m. on New Year's Eve. The restaurant is serving a three-course menu for $75 (plus tax and gratuity).

Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy Topiaries to Debut at the 21st Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

It isn't easy being green, but Kermit is going to give it a try at the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival next year when he debuts as a topiary alongside his long-time love Miss Piggy. The dynamic duo will appear in the World Showcase topiary display.

The 21st annual Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival takes place from March 5 until May 18, and will feature nearly 100 topiaries.

Epcot's Sum Of All Thrills Celebrates 4 Years With A New Pin

Tucked inside Epcot's Innoventions, you will find one of the most fabulous rides that people tend to walk right by. It's the thrilling and interactive 'Sum of all Thrills' presented by Raytheon and it's definitely worth a stop during your next Walt Disney World vacation.

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Epcot was one of Walt Disney's original visions. Originally standing for the Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, it was actually intended to be much more of the basis for Walt Disney World than the Magic Kingdom. Eventually however his initial vision proved too grand to be carried out and it became the less expansive park that you see today.

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Wine & Dine Studio Makes Its Debut at Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

At the 2016 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Marketplace Booths, guests will have a chance to sip and savor more than 300 domestic and international wines. More than 50 wineries will be featured in all, but for a glorious taste of the Golden State be sure to make your way to the new Wine & Dine Studio. If you haven't been to Food & Wine for a few years, you'll find this booth in Future World along the walkway between Imagination and World Showcase.

Inside A Disney Day Bag: Food & Wine Festival Pro

A few weeks back we started out looking at what's Inside A Disney Day Bag - Minimalist edition. Today, we're going to take a peek inside a bag specifically packed for the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. Now, honestly, the average person doesn't really need a special packing strategy for the festival.

20+ Epcot Fun Facts

Walt Disney World's Epcot Theme Park sprawls across an enormous 305 acres, the expanse makes it three times larger than the Resort's first gate, the Magic Kingdom. Since it opened on Oct. 1, 1982 - Epcot has been welcoming guests to explore a world of new ideas and technology amongst a with a kaleidoscope of nations so that we may celebrate the cultural heritage and achievements of the inhabitants of earth. Read on to discover some Fun Facts about Epcot!

Top 5 Reasons to Love Epcot’s Future World

Epcot is always the first park I visit when I'm at the Walt Disney World Resort. It has earned that honor - despite my unwavering love for the Magic Kingdom - because the park is usually less hectic and because there are so many things that I love about Epcot, specifically in Future World.

What’s New To Eat At The 2016 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

The countdown continues with just 6 more days until the opening of the 21st Annual Epcot International Food and Wine Festival. Guests will be able to find plenty of the most popular dishes from past Festivals at 30 Global Marketplace Booths. Being served up along side the tried and true will be 32 new marketplace dishes and 49 new cocktails, beers, wines, and ciders!

5 Reasons To Love the Walt Disney World Monorail

While we've "5 Reasons To Love" posts about Parks, and Resorts, and even specific Lands, we've never before done one dedicated to a single ride. But this is no ordinary ride, it's Walt Disney World's legendary Highway in the Sky. A 14.7-mile system of elevated beamway that services seven stations taking guests to and from Epcot, the Magic Kingdom and three resorts - Disney's Contemporary Resort, Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, we're talking about the Walt Disney World Monorail.

Dining Plan Snack Credit Tips For Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival has become one of the most anticipated fan events of the year at Walt Disney World. With dozens of International Marketplace Booths to sample from it's easy to eat your way around the world one small plate at a time. For guests using the Disney Dining Plan this can sometimes adds another level of planning to their vacations, we've got a few great tips for making the most of your Disney Dining Plan during Festival.

UnDISCOVERed Future World Tour

Walt Disney World offers a myriad of backstage tour options. While perennial favorites "Keys to the Kingdom", "Marceline to Magic Kingdom", and "Wild Africa Trek" sell out regularly, one oft overlooked option to learn some new insider information is the UnDISCOVERed Future World Tour.

The Top 10 Adult Beverages at Walt Disney World Resort

When you're at the Walt Disney World Resort there comes a time, maybe the same time every day, when you declare "I need a grown-up drink." While it IS important to drink water throughout the day to stave off dehydration, after a day at the parks dealing with queues and FastPasses, it is most definitely 5 o'clock somewhere.