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POSTED Tue, 09/01/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Walt Disney World Resort Launches All-New Twitter Account to Assist Guests

Guests visiting the Walt Disney World Resort have another tool at their fingertips to help them out in the theme parks. The newly-launched Twitter account @WDWToday is similar to the @DisneylandToday account and is designed to help guests in the parks.

POSTED Fri, 08/28/2015 - 19:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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New Disney Luggage Tags to Arrive with MagicBands for Guests at Walt Disney World Resort

If your Walt Disney World Resort vacation starts September 29 or after you'll be receiving all-new American Tourister Disney luggage tags in the same box as your MagicBands. The color of the luggage tags will also correspond with the color of your MagicBand.

POSTED Fri, 08/28/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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PhotoPass Previews Now Available on My Disney Experience App

If you recently updated your My Disney Experience app you might have noticed a change when it comes to PhotoPass photos. Now guests using the app in the theme parks can see previews of their PhotoPass pictures.

POSTED Mon, 08/24/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Night of Joy Performance Lineup Announced

The 2015 Night of Joy at the Walt Disney World Resort is scheduled for September 11 and 12 at the Magic Kingdom. Disney has recently announced the official lineup of performers and fans will have a chance to see contemporary Christian artists including MercyMe, TobyMac, and Skillet.

POSTED Sun, 08/23/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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The Great Irish Hooley Returns to Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant on Labor Day Weekend

The Fourth Annual Great Irish Hooley is planned for Labor Day Weekend at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant in Downtown Disney (soon to be Disney Springs). This halfway to St. Patrick's Day celebration starts Friday, September 4 and runs through Monday, September 7.

POSTED Fri, 08/21/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Parks Moms Panel Search Opens September 8

Are you the go-to person when it comes to planning a Disney vacation, whether we're talking about Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland, or even Disney Cruise Line? Do you love to share your knowledge and love of Disney with everyone? Then you might be a good fit for the Disney Parks Moms Panel.

POSTED Thu, 08/20/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Celebrate the Holidays with a Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort

Sure the calendar still says August and you might be thinking more about back-to-school shopping than the holiday season, but it's as good a time as any to start thinking about spending the holidays at the Walt Disney World Resort.

POSTED Tue, 08/18/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to be Include Nighttime Excursions Starting in 2016

Kilimanjaro Safaris is one of the most popular attractions at Disney's Animal Kingdom and starting in the spring of 2016 guests will have a chance to enjoy the ride after dark on the all-new nighttime safari adventure. The new nighttime safari was announced during last weekend's D23 Expo.

POSTED Mon, 08/17/2015 - 19:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Soarin’ Around the World Coming to Epcot in 2016

One of the most popular attractions at Epcot is getting an upgrade. Soarin' is set to become Soarin' Around the World sometime in 2016. The high-flying trip over California will be no more as guests will now get to "travel" around the world without needing a passport.

POSTED Sun, 08/16/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Star Wars Launch Bay And Much More Coming Soon!

In addition to the big announcement about a total Star Wars Expansion at Disney's Hollywood Studios, there was some more exciting galactic news about what will be coming up in the next year to further incorporate the Star Wars Universe into the bi-coastal Disney Parks. Walt Disney World will get a number of these Star War enhancements for guests to enjoy while waiting for the new land to open.

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 Mon, 07/24/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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The Top 5 Things to Love about Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Disney's Contemporary Resort has been an icon at the Walt Disney World Resort since the very beginning. The A-frame structure hotel was part of Walt Disney's vision for Disney World and opened in 1971. And, to this day, riding the Monorail through the hotel is a highlight of any visit to the resort and to the Magic Kingdom.

POSTED Tue, 07/18/2017 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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3 Great Reasons To Try A 3-Night Starter Cruise On The Disney Cruise Line

It was only a few years ago that I wasn't even sure if I would enjoy a cruise once I got on the ship. My husband had anxiety about not being able to see land, and he was more than a little worried about getting seasick. Neither of us was sure that once we got to see we would enjoy it. A 3-night Disney Cruise turned out to be the perfect way to dip our toes in the proverbial water without committing a huge amount of money. It might be just the answer you are looking for too! Here are 3 great reasons you should give a 3-night starter cruise a chance.

POSTED Mon, 07/17/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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The Best Free Things at Walt Disney World

Vacationing at the Walt Disney World Resort is not cheap. We all know that prices go up every year on tickets, rooms, food, souvenirs...you name it! And so with all the money we spend on every Disney World vacation it's nice to find stuff that's FREE. Yes, we said free. There are many free things at Disney World and today we're going to talk about some of our favorites.

POSTED Mon, 07/17/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

TRON Lightcycle Power Run coming to Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom

The exciting news just kept coming at the D23 Expo in Anaheim, California this past weekend. Chairman of Disney Parks and Resorts Bob Chapeck hosted a presentation that was full of exciting happenings for Disney Parks around the globe. Confirmed at the event was the the TRON Lightcycle Power Run coming to Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom.

POSTED Sun, 07/16/2017 - 21:21 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney's Hollywood Studios

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Toy Story and Star Wars aren't the only franchises at in Disney's Hollywood Studios that are getting a lot of love right now. This weekend at the D23 Expo it was announces that Mickey Mouse, and his best girl Minnie are getting a brand new attraction all their own. Get ready for a new dimensional experience on Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway.

POSTED Sun, 07/16/2017 - 15:50 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Epcot’s World Showcase: France and China Pavilions To Get New Attractions in Preparation For Park Anniversary

There was a plethora of intriguing announcements made at the D23 Expo Parks and Resorts Presentation on Saturday, with a new vision for Future World that includes restaurants and attractions taken to astonishing new heights. Future World isn't alone in the rededicated vision for the Park, and we found out that great things are coming for World Showcase as well.

POSTED Sun, 07/16/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Epcot Future World Reimagined For Tomorrow

Chairman of Disney Parks and Resort Bob Chapek, and with Imagineer Tom Fitzgerald shared a vision with fans this weekend at the D23 Expo. That vision is a rejuvenated Epcot Theme Park staying true to its original mission, with new additions coming to both Future World and World Showcase in preparation for Epcot's 35th Anniversary, as well as the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World.

POSTED Sun, 07/16/2017 - 03:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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A New Musical And Three New Ships For The Disney Cruise Line

During the Disney Parks and Resorts Presentation at the D23 Expo yesterday, Disney Cruise Line (DCL) treated fans to a look inside the new production of Beauty and the Beast that is coming to the Disney Dream this November. There was even a little news most weren't expecting.

POSTED Sun, 07/16/2017 - 01:10 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Exciting New Additions Coming To Walt Disney World

There was a ton of exciting news that came out of the D23 Expo as Bob Chapeck hosted the Disney Parks & Resorts Panel today. While the press releases haven't yet hit the streets, I'm going to give you a quick recap of the news, before digging into the details in coming days. Just like our speculation post, we'll break it down by Park Let's Go!

POSTED Tue, 07/11/2017 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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5 Tips for Candid Photos On Your Walt Disney World Vacation

Candid photographs are one ways that you can increase the storytelling of your Walt Disney World vacation. While posed photos tend to be a staple of vacation pictures, they only go so far in the way of sharing the experience that your group was having. Candid photography is authentic and honest in its emotion, but it can be tough to get right. Here are 5 tips for candid vacation photos that will help you tell the story of your trip.