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POSTED Tue, 11/22/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Announces New Epcot Arts Festival and the Magic Kingdom Adds Cabanas to the Park

A new festival is coming to Epcot in January 2017 featuring art, performance, and food. And, if you're looking for a respite from the crowds at the Magic Kingdom you might want to check out the new cabanas they're adding. It's all in today's' news report.

POSTED Mon, 11/21/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: MagicBands 2.0 Coming to Walt Disney World, D23 Events for 2017, and More

Happy Monday! Welcome to the latest Disney news round-up. Today we're talking about the new MagicBands 2.0 coming to Walt Disney World and some exciting D23 events for next year. Let's check it out!

POSTED Sun, 11/20/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Star Wars Land Updates from D23: Destination D

Yesterday we told you about the exciting updates on Pandora - The World of Avatar coming to Disney's Animal Kingdom and today we have news about the new Star Wars-themed land coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios.

POSTED Sat, 11/19/2016 - 21:30 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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New Details Announced for Pandora - The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

At this weekend's D23 Destination D: Amazing Adventures, Bob Chapek, Chairman of Disney Parks and Resorts, gave attendees an update about Pandora - The World of Avatar which is opening in the summer of 2017.

POSTED Thu, 11/17/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: New Theme Park Ticket Option, Celebrate Mickey’s Birthday, and More

Happy Thursday and welcome to another Disney news round-up! Mickey Mouse is celebrating his birthday tomorrow and everyone can celebrate at the Walt Disney World Resort. Let's check out the rest of today's news.

POSTED Wed, 11/16/2016 - 16:30 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration Debuts at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

The first Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party for 2016 took place last week at the Magic Kingdom. This year the party features the all-new Mickey's Most Merriest Celebration stage show in addition to the other magical events at the party.

POSTED Tue, 11/15/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Springs Ready to Celebrate the Holidays with Special Events, Sales, and More

If you're making plans to visit Disney Springs this holiday season you'll find a variety of new entertainment options, great deals while shopping, and much more! The dining, entertainment, and shopping district is ready to celebrate the holiday season.

POSTED Thu, 11/10/2016 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: New Holiday Show at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Holiday Special Filming at Magic Kingdom, and More

Happy Thursday! We're checking out some news from Disney World today including a new holiday spectacular at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and the filming of the Disney Parks holiday specials might impact some entertainment at the parks.

POSTED Fri, 11/04/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Food Blog Launches the ‘DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2016’ E-book

Our friends at the Disney Food Blog are celebrating the grand launch of the fully-updated DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2016 e-book. The e-book is full of information and tips on all the holiday events happening at the Walt Disney World Resort this year.

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.

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, 05/14/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Keys To A Last Minute Booking Using DVC Points

The longer you're a member of the Disney Vacation Club, the more it seems like a normal thing to plan and book your vacations a year in advance. After all - the member booking window for their home resorts opens at 11 months out. Members become conditioned to the fact that if they want their preferred room, especially during certain times of the year, they have got to jump in quick. But what if you don't want to plan that far in advance? Are there even rooms DVC rooms available at two months out? What if you are sitting on some extra points and you just want to get away?

POSTED Fri, 05/10/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World News Round-up For Friday May 10th, 2019

Have yo heard the news? We've got a round-up of the latest happenings down at Walt Disney World Resort. Let's kick this off.

POSTED Wed, 05/08/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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10 Terrific Themed Ideas To Celebrate Mom At Walt Disney World

"Moms" come in all shapes and sizes, so chances are the mother figure in your life has her own unique flair. Even amongst Disney Moms (a common group we here at WDWFG know well) preferences can vary. Do you know what makes your Disney Mom's eyes sparkle? If you'll be celebrating your Mom at Walt Disney World, we've got 10 Terrific Themed Ideas To Celebrate Mom At Walt Disney World.

POSTED Tue, 05/07/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Limited Time Extra, Extra Magic Hours Announced For Select Fall Dates

Everybody's talking about the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disney's Hollywood Studios. This highly anticipated land is expected to bring in guests from around the world just to get a peek. That's why for a limited-time Walt Disney World Resort will be extending an extra special benefit to guests staying at its resort hotels - Extra, Extra Magic Hours.

POSTED Wed, 05/01/2019 - 18:26 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney’s Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary And Beyond

On May 1st the press got a special look inside the changes that continue to revive Disney's Hollywood Studios for its 30th Anniversary. It's been a long rocky journey for Disney's third gate; but the future is now and this Park is set up for success to become more popular than ever. We've got plenty of information to share and we can't wait to tell you all the news. Happy Anniversary, Disney's Hollywood Studios!

POSTED Wed, 05/01/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Split Stays Pro And Con At Walt Disney World Resorts

Back in October my oldest daughter and I made a last-minute trip to Walt Disney World. Most DVC members know how hard it is to get a Deluxe Studio room reservation during October, but we didn't let that stop us even for a last minute reservation. With a burst of youthful enthusiasm we decided to do something we had never done before - a split stay. What a split stay we had, staying 3 nights at Walt Disney World in 3 different fabulous resort rooms. We soon discovered that there are both pros and cons to a split stay, but the real question is, would we do it again?

POSTED Fri, 04/26/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World News Round-up for Friday April 26, 2019

Happy Friday! Let's jump right into the latest news from Walt Disney World.

POSTED Mon, 04/22/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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7 Great Ways To Celebrate Earth Day at Walt Disney World

The Walt Disney Company prides itself on being a leader in corporate social responsibility, and we as guests often see the changes being made to help reduce Disney Parks & Resorts impact on the planet. In 2019 Walt Disney World celebrated Earth Day with a brand new 270-acre, 50-megawatt solar facility that generates enough energy to operate two of the Disney Parks.

POSTED Thu, 04/18/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World News Round-up for April 18th, 2019

Hop on down to Walt Disney World where you'll find an explosion of springtime wonder and Easter activities for the whole family!

POSTED Mon, 04/15/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Goodbye IllumiNations, Hello Epcot Forever

"IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth" will have its last show on September 30, 2019. The nighttime extravaganza has been a staple of Epcot entertainment since it opened in 1999. Over its 20 year run fans have become devoted to its spectacle, making it a popular way to end out your night at the Theme Park. The urge of guests to find the perfect spot to watch has inspired dessert parties, private viewing spaces, and even changes in the design of World Showcase restaurants.