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POSTED Fri, 03/27/2015 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Gives Guests a Sneak Peek at the Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows

The over-water Bora Bora Bungalows at Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows will be opening soon and recently Disney offered guests a sneak peek at what the newest Disney Vacation Club property has to offer.

POSTED Thu, 03/26/2015 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Art in The Garden Returns to the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

This weekend marks the return of the annual artist showcase Art in The Garden to the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival. Guests can meet several popular artists during the weekend and have a chance to see and purchase new artwork inspired by the Festival.

POSTED Wed, 03/25/2015 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Guests Can Enjoy a Tennis Vacation at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

The ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex has recently teamed with Tennis Resorts to start serving up "tennis vacation experiences" at the championship tennis complex located at the Walt Disney World Resort. The tennis complex will be operated and managed by Tennis Resorts.

POSTED Tue, 03/24/2015 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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New Jungle Cruise-Themed Restaurant Might be Coming to the Magic Kingdom

There is some exciting restaurant news to report! If the rumors are true (and we hope they are), there just might be a new Jungle Cruise-themed restaurant coming to Adventureland in the Magic Kingdom. The rumored spot would be located at the Adventureland Veranda, right next to the new location of the Sunshine Tree Terrace.

POSTED Mon, 03/23/2015 - 15:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Innoventions West at Epcot Temporarily Closing in May for Refurbishment

More changes are coming to the Walt Disney World Resort this spring! This time, the changes are happening at Epcot's Innoventions West pavilion located in Future World. The attraction will be closing temporarily in May for a refurbishment.

POSTED Sat, 03/21/2015 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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‘Frozen’ Summer Fun LIVE Returns to Disney’s Hollywood Studios on June 17

The 'Coolest Summer Ever' at Walt Disney World is going to be downright Frozen at Disney's Hollywood Studios with the return of the Frozen Summer Fun LIVE event on June 17. This event includes a royal procession, a sing-along show, special appearances by the Frozen characters, and even specialty food and beverages.

POSTED Fri, 03/20/2015 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Reservations Now Open for New Wishes Fireworks Dessert Party at the Magic Kingdom

If you're looking for a special way to end your evening at the Magic Kingdom, today is your lucky day. Reservations opened today for the newly enhanced Wishes Fireworks Dessert Party in the Magic Kingdom and the first party is planned for July 5!

POSTED Thu, 03/19/2015 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Be Our Guest Testing a Prix Fixe Breakfast Menu through June 18

Be Our Guest is arguably the most popular Advance Dining Reservation at Walt Disney World right now, and as of March 20 they're adding breakfast to their lineup for a limited time. Reservations opened on March 17 for the prix fixe breakfast at Be Our Guest and the test period for the fast casual breakfast runs through June 18.

POSTED Mon, 03/16/2015 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Aloha Isle and Sunshine Tree Terrace Trade Places at the Magic Kingdom

If you're looking for Dole Whip the next time you're at the Magic Kingdom you'll need to wander a little deeper into Adventureland. Aloha Isle, home of the Dole Whip, recently switched places with the Sunshine Tree Terrace, home of the Citrus Swirl!

POSTED Sat, 03/14/2015 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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New Entertainment Experience Introduced throughout Epcot’s World Showcase

Disney has recently introduced several new entertainment experiences in World Showcase following last year's departure of acts including Off Kilter and Mo'Rockin'. The new acts include an acoustic band, a flag-throwing team, and even Canadian Lumberjacks.

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 Wed, 10/26/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away Comes To Life at Disney's Hollywood Studios

While dedicated Star Wars fans wait with baited breath for the debut of a fully immersive new land at Disney's Hollywood Studios, the powers that be have seen fit to integrate as much galactic fun as possible into the Park. Most of this, so far, has come in form of new entertainment, and Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away is one such show.

POSTED Mon, 10/10/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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45 Things to Love About the Magic Kingdom in Honor of the Theme Park’s 45th Anniversary Year

The Magic Kingdom celebrated its 45th anniversary on October 1 so it seems like a good time to expand on our top 10 list of things to love about the Magic Kingdom and take it all the way to 45! When you sit down and really think about it, there are more than 45 things you might love about the Magic Kingdom, but somehow we narrowed it down..

POSTED Thu, 10/06/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Get The Spin On Epcot's Mission: SPACE

It's no secret that Disney values realism in its attractions in a manner unprecedented by any other theme park in the entertainment industry. One of the most prolific accomplishments ever achieved in a theme park is located in Future World at Epcot and because of the intensity of the ride, many guests overlook it. Mission: SPACE, designed by Disney, validated by NASA, is a marvel of modern technology and the product of incredible 5-year partnership.

POSTED Thu, 09/29/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular At Disney's Hollywood Studios

One of the things that I was most looking forward to on my trip to Walt Disney World last week was the chance to see the new at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Now, I'm not really a huge Star Wars fan, but I do love fireworks, and goes to a galaxy far beyond that, the show did not disappoint.

POSTED Wed, 09/28/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Great Places To Take A Break While Touring Food & Wine Festival

The joys of Epcot on a Festival day are plenty, but the truth of Florida in September and early October means that folks can start to feel a little more spent than expected. With rich foods, lots of booze, high heat, humidity, long lines, and little shade - it's not uncommon to hear of guests that feel ill in the middle of the day. It's OK though, with a little pre-planning you can tour the festival like a pro.

POSTED Mon, 09/26/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Best Magic Kingdom Attractions to Ride at Night

The nighttime hours at the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks are a completely different experience than the daytime hours. At Epcot the sidewalks twinkle in Future World and the World Showcase pavilions light up, and I still get lost in the dark at Disney's Hollywood Studios. I haven't yet experienced the Animal Kingdom after dark but it's on my "to do" list. And my favorite park after dark? The Magic Kingdom.

POSTED Thu, 09/22/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Fun Facts About Disney’s Animal Kingdom

The 500-acre Animal Kingdom is Walt Disney World's newest and largest Theme Park, it opened on Earth Day in April 1998 and has been entertaining guests ever since. The unique Park concept centers around edutainment about our planet, and the creatures that walk it. Not just a theme park Disney's Animal Kingdom puts focus on scientific research and conservation. The research scientists and animal keepers have made ground-breaking discoveries and substantial contributions to animal welfare and repopulation.

POSTED Tue, 09/20/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Inside A Disney Day Bag: Food & Wine Festival Pro

A few weeks back we started out looking at what's Inside A Disney Day Bag - Minimalist edition. Today, we're going to take a peek inside a bag specifically packed for the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. Now, honestly, the average person doesn't really need a special packing strategy for the festival.

POSTED Mon, 09/19/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Ten Things to Love About the Magic Kingdom

The Magic Kingdom is celebrating its 45th anniversary this October so it only seems fitting to spend some time talking about 10 things we love about the original Walt Disney World Resort theme park. This park is more than just the iconic attractions that we all know and love, so let's check out what made the list this time around.

POSTED Thu, 09/15/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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20+ Epcot Fun Facts

Walt Disney World's Epcot Theme Park sprawls across an enormous 305 acres, the expanse makes it three times larger than the Resort's first gate, the Magic Kingdom. Since it opened on Oct. 1, 1982 - Epcot has been welcoming guests to explore a world of new ideas and technology amongst a with a kaleidoscope of nations so that we may celebrate the cultural heritage and achievements of the inhabitants of earth. Read on to discover some Fun Facts about Epcot!