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POSTED Mon, 10/05/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Springs Extends Weekend Hours Starting October 9th, 2020

While I was in Walt Disney World last month the place that I took the most comfort was at Disney Springs. Despite the masks, temperature checks, and social distance guidelines being in place the sprawling shopping, dining, and entertainment complex gave me the greatest feeling of "normalcy." There I found that music played, crowds bustled, and restaurants welcomed guests to (current) capacity.

POSTED Wed, 09/23/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Magic Kingdom Holiday Merriment Reimagined In 2020

A reimagined holiday celebration will take place at Walt Disney World this year with running between November 27th and December 30th, 2020. Seasonal shows, decor, activities, treats, and merchandise will be sure to delight the senses of guests during this festive time in the Magic Kingdom and beyond.

POSTED Mon, 09/21/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Highlights From The EPCOT International Festival Of The Holidays Arrive In 2020

A reimagined holiday celebration will take place at Walt Disney World with select highlights from the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays running between November 27th and December 30th, 2020. Seasonal shows, activities, treats, and merchandise will be sure to delight the senses.

POSTED Tue, 09/15/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Some November Walt Disney World Park Hours Updates

If there is one thing we can count on at Disney right now, it's that everything is subject to change. Back in September operating hours at all four Disney World parks were reduced. It's not surprising with kids going back to school ini some form or another, September is typically a slower month. That being said, when the November calendar was revealed, it first appeared that these shortened hours would continue.

POSTED Sun, 05/31/2020 - 23:08 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Springs Closes Early Due To Curfew And A Message From Disney Leaders

Civil unrest occurring across the nation has prompted action from Disney as Orlando and Orange County institute a curfew following nights of rioting over the death of George Floyd. Disney Springs will be closing early until further notice to allow guests and cast members the ability to make it home in time. Disney Company leadership CEO Bob Chapek, Chairman of Disney Bob Iger, and Senior Vice President, Chief Diversity Officer of The Walt Disney Company Latondra Newton also released a joint statement to Cast Members regarding this time of civil unrest.

POSTED Fri, 03/27/2020 - 21:08 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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BREAKING NEWS Walt Disney World Extends Closures

This evening, after the stock market closed, the @DisneyParksNews twitter account released a statement that the Walt Disney World and Disneyland closures would be extended until further notice and Disney cast members (not including operating partners) would be paid through April 18, 2020.

POSTED Thu, 08/29/2019 - 11:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Details Revealed For Reflections - A Disney Lakeside Lodge

Amongst the plethora of news that came out of Disney's D23 Expo last weekend Bob Chapek, Chairman of Parks, Experiences and Products for the Walt Disney Company gave guests an all too brief look at the next Deluxe Resort and Disney Vacation Club property to be built at Walt Disney World - Reflections - A Disney Lakeside Lodge.

POSTED Thu, 08/29/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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An Exciting New Stories For The Disney Cruise Line

Bob Chapek took the stage at D23 Expo to share his thoughts about the exciting projects coming to the Disney Cruise Line. He told the massive audience gathered before the D23 stage and shared his belief that every Disney moment a guest has should bring their favorite stories to life in thrilling ways. The Disney Cruise Line is reaching for that vision with new ships, and a brand new port destination that is pure magic.

POSTED Wed, 08/28/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Opening Date

Details are trickling out about the highly anticipated Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios as part of the Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge expansion. Read on to discover why this new attraction is seriously ambitious, and worth every moment of anticipation as it readies to open on December 5th, 2019.

POSTED Tue, 08/27/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway Opening in 2020

At Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney Imagineers are getting ready to open Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway in 2020! You'll be invited to the Chinese Theatre where Mickey and Minnie will be hosting the premier of their newest film "Perfect Picnic." The theater serves as the magic portal through which guests will step from the human world directly into the cartoon world for one Goofy adventure aboard Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway.

When it comes to Disney World, trip planning is huge undertaking. In fact, many a first visit to Disney World is marred by a lack of planning. While it might be tempting to think that it's "just a theme park," and that you can show up and have a blast by winging it, the size and complexity of the resort is daunting even for experts. These articles will help you make the most of your Disney trip, and might even introduce you to some activities and attractions you haven't heard about!

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POSTED Tue, 08/02/2011 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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Live at Disney: The Golden Oak Community

Have you ever dreamed about living at Disney World? I know that I have! Well there is a new exclusive residential community opening at Disney World.

The Golden Oak Community will feature 450 homesites that will be located in a number of distinct neighborhoods. The first four neighborhoods are Carolwood Reserve, Carolwood, Kimball Trace, and Silverbrook. Carolwood Reserve will be the most exclusive of the neighborhoods, featuring eight homes each on three-quarters of an acre.

POSTED Fri, 07/29/2011 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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Favorite Thing To Do in Animal Kingdom [Facebook Fans]

We asked our Facebook fans what is their favorite thing to do in Animal Kingdom and we got some great responses!

POSTED Thu, 07/28/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Heptinstall
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Magic Kingdom Main Street Vehicles

The Magic Kingdom's Main Street Vehicles are always a fun treat after rope drop.

POSTED Thu, 07/21/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Heptinstall
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Hollywood Studios' Fantasmic: A Must-Do?

Is Fantasmic at Disney's Hollywood Studios a "must-do" for you? Our forum members debate that here.

POSTED Thu, 06/30/2011 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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What's your favorite attraction/ride at Disney's Hollywood Studios? [Facebook Fans]

We asked our Walt Disney World forGrownups Facebook fans, "What's your favorite ride or attraction at Disney's Hollywood Studios?"

We got some great answers so a big thank you goes out to everyone who participated! A quick breakdown of the responses shows that Tower of Terror is the overall favorite with Toy Story Mania! coming in second, and Rock 'n' Roller Coaster placing third.

The Great Movie Ride, Star Tours, and One Man's Dream all got mentions as well.

POSTED Thu, 06/23/2011 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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The Hilton Bonnet Creek

If you are looking for a new hotel to stay at this Disney vacation then you should consider the Hilton Bonnet Creek. Situated on the Bonnet Creek Resort property, just east of the entrance to Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, it is a Four Diamond AAA Hotel that offers a lot for Disney travelers, including proximity to the parks and the convenience of a shuttle to the parks and Downtown Disney.

POSTED Wed, 06/22/2011 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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What's your favorite pool in Disney World? [Facebook Fans]

We asked our Facebook community to what their favorite pool at Disney World is and we got some great responses!

The majority of the resort pools that were mentioned were at deluxe resorts.

Animal Kingdom Lodge's Uzima Springs Pool and Kidani Pool got 5 votes. Gina P. said, "Uzima Springs pool at AKL." And Brian L. said, "Kidani kid's play area..."

POSTED Wed, 06/15/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Heptinstall
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What's your favorite Disney World resort? [facebook fans]

"What's your favorite Disney resort?" A tough question, huh? We asked that question on our Facebook page recently (Have you "liked" us yet?). See what folks had to say!

POSTED Fri, 06/10/2011 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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Disney on a Budget: Discount Accommodations

Staying at a Disney resort can be a big chunk of your vacation budget. Here we have compiled some information on discounts for Disney resorts so that you can save some money when you book your next Disney vacation!

POSTED Thu, 06/09/2011 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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Extra Magic Hours [Facebook Fans]

We asked our facebook community "What rides do you most recommend during Extra Magic Hours?" We got a lot of great answers and recommendations that we want to share with you.

For a lot of people it is about getting to ride the rides that normally have a long line during the day.

Maureen R. said, "Peter Pans Flight and It's a Small World."