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POSTED Thu, 01/19/2017 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-Up: Animals Return to the Tree of Life, Membership Extras at Epcot Festival, and More

Happy Thursday! We're back with another Disney news round-up today. In today's news we're talking about animals returning to the Tree of Life at Disney's Animal Kingdom, a few "membership extras" for Disney Vacation Club members, and more.

POSTED Tue, 01/17/2017 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-Up: Planet Hollywood Observatory Opening Soon, MagicBand 2 News, and More

Happy Tuesday! We have a bit of news to share today including an update on the opening day for Planet Hollywood Observatory in Disney Springs and some news about the new MagicBand 2. Let's check out today's news.

POSTED Thu, 01/12/2017 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: Wine and Dine Half Marathon Early Registration, New Star Wars Event, and More

Happy Thursday! We have some exciting news, especially if you're a Star Wars fan who might be in town in April. And if you're a runner we have registration dates for the 2017 Walt Disney World Wine and Dine Half Marathon. Let's check out what's in the news today.

POSTED Wed, 01/11/2017 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: Spring at Disney World, Preview of Festival of the Arts Merchandise, and More

As we head toward the middle of January, things are starting to heat up at the Walt Disney World Resort. This week the first ever Epcot International Festival of the Arts kicks off, and there are more exciting events happening this season around Disney World. Let's check out the latest news.

POSTED Tue, 01/10/2017 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: Disney Dine On the Go Debuts this Week, Florida Resident Deal Announced, and More

Happy Tuesday! We have another round-up of Disney news for you today, including news about the new one-day Disney Dining Plan being tested at the Magic Kingdom. And if you're a Florida resident you might want to hear about the new deal.

POSTED Fri, 01/06/2017 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: Delicious Disney Chef Series Returns, Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, and More

Happy Friday! Whew...we made it through the first full week of 2017! Everyone doing OK? We have a few news stories in today's round-up including the return of the Delicious Disney Chef Series. And this weekend is Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend.

POSTED Tue, 01/03/2017 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-Up: New Ambassador Team for Disney Parks, New Tequila Bar Coming to Epcot, and More

Happy New Year! We hope you had a magical New Year's celebration. We have some exciting Disney news to bring you today including confirmation that a new tequila bar is coming to Epcot's Mexico Pavilion! We'll drink to that!

POSTED Thu, 12/29/2016 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: Epcot Celebrating Canada’s 150th, Bookings Open for Epcot Festival of the Arts Events, and More

Happy Thursday! We're checking in with some exciting Disney news including new Disney World vacation packages for 2017, reservations for special events at the Epcot International Festival of the Arts and much more!

POSTED Wed, 12/28/2016 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Ring in the New Year at the Walt Disney World Resort

If you're planning on celebrating New Year's Eve at the Walt Disney World Resort several of the theme parks have special events planned for Saturday night. Guests at the Magic Kingdom can celebrate on Friday and Saturday night.

POSTED Mon, 12/26/2016 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Artist Lineup Announced for Epcot International Festival of the Arts

The Epcot International Festival of the Arts starts January 13 and includes visual, culinary, and performing arts. Guests will have a chance to enjoy a showcase of music and Broadway talent during the festival thanks to a collaboration with Disney Theatrical Productions.

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, 07/16/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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50 Things To Do Outside The Parks At Walt Disney World

My daughter and I just got back from a Disney trip that was a little unusual for me. While she went off to ride the rides in the Theme Parks with friends, I enjoy packing in a ton of fun outside the Disney Parks. I'd been putting off many fun Disney activities for years while I focused on park time. To my delight I discovered that it's true, you can have a fantastic Walt Disney World vacation without ever stepping foot in a park.

POSTED Tue, 07/09/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Guest Review: Disney After Hours Magic Kingdom

Do you ever wonder what it would be like to visit a Disney park without the crowds? How about being able to go on most rides with little to no wait? Even better, how about complimentary ice cream novelties, bottled soda and water, and popcorn? Seems like a dream right? Well, Disney is the place where dreams come true! And thanks to Disney After Hours, you can make it happen!

POSTED Mon, 07/08/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Water Pageant And Fireworks Viewing From Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Beach

I've spent many a night at Walt Disney World without a Park Ticket, that doesn't mean that I've missed out on the fun and beauty of the Magic Kingdom Fireworks. Recently I stopped by the beach at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, to relax and enjoy the view.

POSTED Fri, 07/05/2019 - 17:12 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World News Round-up For Friday July 6th, 2019

Happy Friday! We've made it through another week and I hope that yours was filled with 4th of July fun. I'll kick off the news round-up with an interesting tidbit, to the best of my knowledge there were no park closures down at Walt Disney World which is unusual. Looks like the creative pricing Disney is currently using has actually made an impact on one of the busiest days of the year. Now let's get on with the news!

POSTED Tue, 07/02/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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The Boathouse Vintage Boat Collection

The Boathouse Orlando is a Signature Restaurant in Disney Springs that focuses on high end steaks, chops, and fresh seafood. With seating for 600, the complex boasts four separate dining rooms, three different bars, a gift shop, and one of the most impressive collection of vintage boats and amphicars in the country.

POSTED Fri, 06/28/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World News Round-up For Friday June 28th, 2019

Ready for some news? Read on to see what's caught our attention this week! No one celebrates the Fourth of July like Walt Disney World, but this busy time of year takes a little planning. Find out what's going on for the star-spangled celebration across the property.

POSTED Wed, 06/26/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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‘Guardians of the Galaxy - Awesome Mix Live!’ Returns To Epcot For Summer

After saving their world from certain destruction, Peter Quill (also known as Star-Lord) brokered a deal with Nova Prime and the Xandarian government to bring an outreach program to his home planet. Some of most Xandar's talented musicians take the stage with Star-Lord and Gamora to perform the human audiences' best-loved rock and pop hits from 70's and 80's Earth. That outreach program has landed at Epcot as the 'Guardians of the Galaxy " Awesome Mix Live!'

POSTED Mon, 06/24/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Tips For Surviving A Star-Spangled Independence Day At The Magic Kingdom

Guests visiting the Magic Kingdom for Independence Day should be prepared for a star-spangled party. The 4th of July is one of the busiest days of the year at Disney Parks, and the Magic Kingdom frequently reaches capacity and experiences phased closures. If this is your destination for the evening's red-white-and-blue panoramic fireworks extravaganza you're going to need to plan.

POSTED Fri, 06/21/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World News Round-up For Friday June 21st, 2019

Things have been poppin' down at Walt Disney World this week, so let's take a look at the news! We'll start off with the exciting announcement that Advance Dining Reservations are now open for Topolino's Terrace - Flavors of the Riviera!

POSTED Wed, 06/19/2019 - 11:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

See A Movie At The AMC Disney Springs 24

Looking for something to do on a non-park day at Walt Disney World? On a recent trip I decided to do something I hadn't done before at Disney, and take in a movie at the AMC Disney Springs 24 Theaters. This massive movie complex blew away any pre-conceptions of what going to a movie was like and home, and upgraded my experience to one I won't soon forget.