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POSTED Mon, 03/05/2012 - 07:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Monorail Hours Changed

The Walt Disney World monorail's hours have been changed because of work on the DVC addition at the Grand Floridian.

Guests can expect the Magic Kingdom resort loop to be closed each day from 11:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. The change started March 2nd and it is said Disney is planning to have the work done by the end of March.

POSTED Sat, 03/03/2012 - 14:30 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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New Entertainment Fastpass To Be Tested At Magic Kingdom

Word out of Walt Disney World has it that the Magic Kingdom will be the spot for a new Fastpass trial this month. During March, Disney will be testing their famous Fastpass system with their nighttime entertainment.

Cast members will distribute the Fastpasses by hand to guests on random days in March between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. Guests lucky enough to be a part of the experiment will be able to return to the Castle hub at the time printed on the Fastpass. From there, the cast members will be on hand to help direct guests in order to watch that night's fireworks show or nighttime parade.

POSTED Sat, 02/25/2012 - 07:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Snow White Attraction To Close In June

There's official word from Disney as to when a classic attraction will be closed for good. Snow White's Scary Adventures will be closing June 1 of this year.

The attraction, which has been around since 1971, will close as the Fantasyland expansion continues at Walt Disney World. In its place will be the new home for the Disney princesses and their meet and greet.

Snow White and her Dwarfs will get an update as part of the expansion; they're set to feature in a new mine-themed roller coaster.

POSTED Fri, 02/24/2012 - 07:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Walt Disney World Rumors: Agent P & Fantasyland

What is Walt Disney World without a few rumors floating around out here in cyberspace? Here are a few choice morsels bumping around the net; keep in mind these are merely rumors at this time.

First off, there is some talk going around about the Kim Possible Adventure at Epcot getting a makeover a la Phineas and Ferb. Rumor has it the Adventure will be reworked with "Agent P" (a.k.a. Perry the Platypus) taking a starring role. If this does pan out, look for the changeover to happen sometime this summer.

POSTED Thu, 02/23/2012 - 07:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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St. Patrick's Day Offerings At Raglan Road

It might not be for a few weeks yet, but Ragland Road is busy preparing for a three day celebration of St. Patrick's Day that will include a special menu and live entertainment.

Thursday, March 15, is the kick-off date with a lunch at the restaurant prepared and demonstrated by Chef Kevin Dundon. Guests can taste each course, including hickory-smoked Irish salmon, roasted tomato and gin soup, and panna cotta, with wine pairings. Cost is $45 per person, and reservations can be made through the Walt Disney World Dining Line: 407-WDW-DINE (407-939-3563).

POSTED Wed, 02/22/2012 - 07:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Disney Reservation System To Be Unavailable February 23 & 27

Disney's reservation system will be undergoing enhancements for a large part of the day Thursday, February 23 that will hamper the ability for guests to make reservations and bookings. In addition, the system will also be down for a shorter period of time in the early morning of Monday, February 27.

POSTED Fri, 02/17/2012 - 07:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Outserve International Conference To Be Held At Walt Disney World Resort

Shades of Green, an army-owned resort at the Walt Disney World resort, will be the site of a convention for gay active military members next fall. The Outserve International Leadership Conference is expected to draw hundreds of gay and lesbian soldiers, Marines and airmen to the resort in October.

According to convention organizer Joshua Seefried, the conference is a big step for the Army as it has been only around a year since the military's "don't ask, don't tell" policy was overturned.

POSTED Mon, 02/13/2012 - 22:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Finding Hidden Mickeys On Facebook Could Win You A Disney Vacation

Who couldn't use a Disney vacation? Starting today, you can search for "Hidden Mickeys" within several Disney-related Facebook pages, and finding one gives you the chance to enter for a vacation to Walt Disney World or Disneyland. Finding ten Mickeys gives you the option to add a VIP experience to your vacation for four should you win.

POSTED Thu, 02/09/2012 - 16:45 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Disney To Enforce Ending FASTPASS Times?

The Walt Disney World rumor mill is at it again; this time, there's a rumor out here in cyberspace that says WDW will start requiring guests to use a FASTPASS within the time stated on the pass. Word has it the more strict enforcing of the FASTPASS system will start sometime next month.

POSTED Sun, 02/05/2012 - 07:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Disney Makes Changes To Appearance Codes For Employees

Recently, Disney announced some changes in their policies affecting appearances of their employees. First, for the first time in sixty years, Disney will allow male workers in both Walt Disney World and Disneyland parks to grow beards or goatees. Next, the company will allow employees to partake in casual Friday.

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POSTED Fri, 06/21/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Cocktails: Godiva Liqueur Flight

Last October I saw this cute little Godiva Liqueur Flight on Disney's cocktail menu. I had wanted to try them, but shots of anything really aren't my thing, in fact I can honestly say I had never before "done a shot" of any sort of alcohol. I was purely a sipping wine and cocktails sort of girl. However, I loved the look of the shapely little glasses, and the bright strawberries sitting on top appealed to me.

POSTED Thu, 06/20/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Ten Fast Facts About Liberty Square

It's almost time for America to celebrate another Independence Day, so I thought I thought we should kick off this most patriotic season with ten fast facts about the Magic Kingdom's very own Liberty Square.

POSTED Fri, 06/14/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Top 10 Spots for a Beer with Dad at Disney

Father's Day is Sunday and to celebrate our Disney loving Dads I thought I would come up with a list of the top 10 places to share a beer with Dad at Walt Disney World. There's no shortage of spots to grab a brew, but these all have something just a little more special about them. They all have that magical spark that can make any day a celebration. So without further ado, and in no particular order... away we go!

POSTED Wed, 06/12/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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See A Show or Concert at Downtown Disney's House of Blues

Have you ever thought about seeing a concert while on your Disney vacation? Nope? Well, to be honest I hadn't either, but that soon changed when it was pointed out to me that the amazing Olly Murs was going to be performing at Downtown Disney's House of Blues. I am a huge fan of his, so I was very happy to hear this. After I stopped screaming like a hormonal teenager I went online to book tickets. I had been to House of Blues once years ago while I was vacationing, so I had fond memories of the place.

POSTED Tue, 06/11/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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How to Create a Trip Planning Spreadsheet

For many seasoned Disney travelers, an important part of trip planning for Walt Disney World includes "The Spreadsheet". Many of you have seen some of my past creations, and know this is one of my many Disney obsessions. The benefit of a spreadsheet is having everything I need or use - confirmation numbers, key dates, ADRs, park hours and Extra Magic Hours - all on one handy page. It helps me figure out which parks we want to hit on which days, which helps me with food planning. And we know how important that is!

POSTED Wed, 06/05/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Meaty, Savory Snacks at the Magic Kingdom

The other day my dear husband too a look at my "must eat" list for the Magic Kingdom and made note that it was full of sweet ice cream, cookies, and pastries. I have no problem with this, but he thought that if we were going to be snacking our way through the Park that it might be a good idea to add a little protein to the day. So in honor of my husband, and all the rest of the carnivores out there, here's a list just a couple meaty delights you can find that have a little more style than the typical theme park hot dog.

POSTED Tue, 06/04/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Live A Pirates Life at Walt Disney World Resort

If your family is a pirate loving crew then the Walt Disney World Resort may be just the place for a summer break. With multiple attractions spread across the property you can be living an imaginative pirate's life whether your favorite is Captain Jack or Captain Hook. We've scoured the land and come up with tips to guide you to the treasures.

POSTED Sat, 06/01/2013 - 21:08 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Parks Ticket Prices Increase June 2, 2013

Beginning tomorrow, June 2, 2013 tickets to Disney's Florida and California theme parks will have new pricing. For the first time, a one day Park Ticket to the Magic Kingdom (at $95) costs more than a one day Park Ticket to Epcot, Hollywood Studios, or Animal Kingdom (each at $90). That means that one day at the Magic Kingdom ticket is a full $6 more than if was last year. The price increase, though sudden, does not come as that much of a surprise as the last ticket price increase occurred in June of 2012.

POSTED Sun, 05/26/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World Limited Time Magic: Week 22

Start your days off with a wake up call from a Monsters University scare student, Mike Wazowski. This Limited Time Magic is happening only this summer when you stay at select Walt Disney World Resort Hotels. Be sure to schedule your call the moment you arrive at the resort and you'll hear Mike reminding you to scare up some sensational summer fun each morning you're at the resort! It's just part of the Monstrous Summer fun that's going on for a limited time only.

POSTED Fri, 05/24/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bars

It's time to pay homage to one of the most popular snacks and treats known to Disney fans. It's an ice cream lovers delight, straightforward and simple. Fans just can't wait to wrap their fingers around the stick of an ice cream treat shaped like everyone's favorite mouse. According to Disney over 3.3 Million chocolate covered ice cream bars are sold each year at Walt Disney World.