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Harrison Ford Revealing Details of ‘Star Wars’ Land During ‘The Wonderful World of Disney’ Broadcast

If you're making plans to tune in to The Wonderful World of Disney: Disneyland 60 on ABC on Sunday, February 21 you'll get a chance to hear about the Star Wars-themed lands coming to the Disney Parks from Han Solo himself.

Disney Gives a Sneak Preview of the New Rivers of Light at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Starting this spring, Disney's Animal Kingdom will be completely transformed thanks to the new Rivers of Light nighttime spectacular. Disney gave Annual Passholders a sneak peek at the new nighttime show in the latest edition of the Mickey Monitor, the AP newsletter.

Disney Parks Egg-stravaganza Starts March 2 at Epcot

It's almost that time of year again: time for the Disney Parks Egg-stravaganza. Once again this year guests at Epcot will have a chance to search for "eggs" themed after Disney characters and track their findings on a special map.

New Cheerleading and Dance Team Competition Venue to be built at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

The ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at the Walt Disney World Resort is planning to break ground on a new state-of-the-art cheerleading and dance team competition venue. ESPN Wide World of Sports is teaming up with Varsity Spirit to create the venue.

Walt Disney World Resort Celebrating Black History Month with Author Appearances

The Walt Disney World Resort is celebrating Black History Month with several author appearances and book signings. The events take place at the American Adventure Pavilion in Epcot and the first event is today, February 6.

Ticket Requests Open for Invictus Games Orlando 2016 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

The Invictus Games Orlando 2016 start in less than 100 days and fans are now able to pre-register for tickets. The tickets for the games are not yet on sale but a request line has opened where fans can indicate their interest in purchasing tickets.

Lineup Announced for the 2016 Garden Rocks Concert Series at the Epcot Flower & Garden Festival

The 2016 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival kicks off March 2 for its 90-day run. This year's extended run means there are two more weekends for the Garden Rocks concert series and this year's concerts will feature four new acts.

Walt Disney World Resort Removing Alarm Clocks from All Resort Hotel Rooms

We all know that a Walt Disney World Resort vacation revolves around time. There are reservations you can't miss, FastPass+ times you must make, and 3 o'clock parades. Time is money at Disney. Regardless, Disney is reportedly removing all alarm clocks from the hotel rooms and Disney Vacation Club Villas.

Catch a Live Stream of ‘Fantasmic!’ on Tuesday, February 2

If you're starting this month missing the Walt Disney World Resort and wishing you were spending a few days at the parks, we have a cure for your not-on-vacation-blues. The Disney Parks Blog is hosting a live stream of Fantasmic! tomorrow night.

Residents of the Super Bowl States Get a Special Deal at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin

If you're a resident of one of the Super Bowl team states you can celebrate your team's success with a free night at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel. This special deal is for residents of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Colorado.

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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2018 Holiday Happenings At Walt Disney World

Updated! 9/25/18: Walt Disney World is always a great place to go, but during the winter holidays it just seems like there is a touch more magic in the air. Every nook and cranny of the property is decorated with a festive flair and holiday charm takes over. If you're planning a winter vacation, we've got a few sets of dates you'll want to know.

5 Points of Can’t Miss Fun At The Magic Kingdom

Wondering how you should approach your days in the Walt Disney World Parks? My advice to Disney veterans and newbies is the same. There's just too much to see and do it all in any one trip. Break each day down with a list of 5 can't miss points of fun. You'll see and do much more than 5 things in a day, but once you've crossed off those "musts" you can just relax and consider everything else bonus fun. Here's my 5 Points Of Can't Miss Fun at the Magic Kingdom for Summer 2018.

Things You Won’t See At Walt Disney World This Summer

If there is one thing you can count on when it comes to the Disney Parks, it's that eventually everything will change. Walt didn't intend for his creations to be static museums, but rather exciting places where the imagination could run wild and create an ever bigger and brighter show. Well, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but there are a few recent changes that have long time Disney fans grumbling. Without further ado, here are the things that you won't be seeing at Walt Disney World this Summer.

11 Great Summer Dates For “Disney After Hours” At The Magic Kingdom

I've always felt like when the sun goes down at Disney, the magic takes on a new life. There is something about touring in the twilight that reinvents the spaces, transporting you into that other world. Watching the evening lights come on as the sun goes down it like awakening the dream; and there's nowhere better time to enjoy the Park than at the Magic Kingdom special event, "Disney After Hours"!

5 Points Of Can’t Miss Fun at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Travelers new to planning Walt Disney World vacations often ask me for advice where to start. With so many areas and activities in one place, knowing what to see and do can seem like a daunting task. My advice to them is to break it down by visiting just one Park a day, and creating a list with 5 points of can't miss fun. Obviously you're going to see and do more than 5 things in a day, but once you've crossed off those "musts" you can just relax and consider everything else bonus fun. Here's my 5 Points Of Can't Miss Fun at Disney's Animal Kingdom for Summer 2018.

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Lights Up This Summer With H2O Glow Nights

Walt Disney World has promised us one Incredible Summer celebration, and that's not just limited to the four theme parks. On select summer nights starting June 21, 2018 Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park will turn it up with Disney's H2O Glow Nights!

FastPass+ Reservations Open And Bonus Hours Announced For Toy Story Land

Yee Haa! Round-up your friends and nail down your dates because if you will be a guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels for the opening of Toy Story Land FastPass+ reservations are now open! Toy Story Land makes its dazzling debut on June 30, for all the fun Andy's backyard can handle. Join Woody, Jessie, Buzz, as you shrink down to toy size and experience the all new adventures in store.

Walt Disney World News Round-up April 9th, 2018

You've made it to another Monday! Whether it was spent at home or abroad, I hope that you had a wonderful weekend. Let's take a look at the Walt Disney World News from last week. I wouldn't want you to have missed anything.

Walt Disney World News Round-up April 2nd, 2018

Wondering what's been going on? Read on for the latest Disney new you can use! The Walt Disney Company has climbed to No. 5 in the 2018 Harris Poll Reputation Quotient. Once again Disney has shown itself to be at the forefront of the American mind when it comes to vision and leadership, as well as financial performance. Disney's time tested reputation for excellence is something that fans can be proud of.