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POSTED Tue, 02/03/2015 - 18:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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February Merchandise Events Announced for Walt Disney World Resort

If you have plans to visit the Walt Disney World Resort this month, there are several special merchandise events planned at the theme parks and in Downtown Disney. Fans of Precious Moments dolls, Disney-themed artwork, and The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror might be excited about what's planned.

POSTED Fri, 01/30/2015 - 13:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Monorail Service Changes Expected Throughout Month of February

If you have plans to visit the Walt Disney World Resort in February or early March we have news regarding changes in the Monorail service schedule. The changes are due to ongoing infrastructure updates on the Monorail system that will likely be continuing throughout this year as Disney works to update the system.

POSTED Wed, 01/28/2015 - 18:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Contemporary Christian Music Celebrates A Night of Joy In The Magic Kingdom

For the 33rd year Contemporary Christian musicians and their fans will flock to the Magic Kingdom in September to celebrate a special weekend of faith and music. Disney's Night of Joy 2015 is on the schedule once again for two fantastic nights of celebration, September 11 and 12, 2015. A stunning group of talented artists includes Night of Joy veterans raising their voices right along side newcomers to this annual hard ticket special event.

POSTED Tue, 01/27/2015 - 18:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Special Weekends and More Planned for the 2015 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival

We're just about six weeks away from the start of the 2015 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival which begins March 4 and runs for 75 days until May 17. This year's Festival will feature new Frozen-themed topiaries, 11 Outdoor Kitchens, a new concert series, and 10 new gardens plus new weekend festivities.

POSTED Sat, 01/24/2015 - 18:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Several New Retailers Announced for Disney Springs

The Landing at Disney Springs will be home to several new restaurants including Morimotoa Asia, The Boathouse, and STK Orlando. And now we're learning the names of some of the new retail locations that will also be calling The Landing home.

POSTED Fri, 01/23/2015 - 18:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Splitsville Luxury Lanes Showcasing Live Bands Every Saturday Night

Saturday nights at Splitsville Luxury Lanes in Downtown Disney just got a lot more entertaining. In addition to being the place to go for good food and bowling, the dining and bowling establishment recently added live bands to the mix every Saturday night.

POSTED Thu, 01/22/2015 - 18:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Peter Pan’s Flight Set to Debut an All-New Interactive Queue

The very popular and always crowded Magic Kingdom attraction Peter Pan's Flight is going to debut an all-new interactive standby queue. The queue will include technology that makes it seem like Tinker Bell is flying around guests and moving items in the ride's queue.

POSTED Tue, 01/20/2015 - 18:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Garden Rocks Concert Series Announced for the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

Disney has announced the Garden Rocks Concert Series for the 22nd annual Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival. This year is the debut year of the Garden Rocks Concert Series and the lineup includes a bigger variety of artists and decades than in previous years.

POSTED Mon, 01/19/2015 - 18:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Four Seasons Resort Orlando Named a Five Diamond Hotel by AAA

AAA recently announced the latest hotels and restaurants to achieve Five Diamond Rating and the Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort was on the list. The Four Seasons Resort Orlando is the only Five Diamond rated hotel in the Orlando area.

POSTED Thu, 01/15/2015 - 18:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney’s Hollywood Studios to Host Sneak Peek of Live-Action ‘Cinderella’

If you can't wait until the new live-action Cinderella arrives in theaters in March, you can catch a sneak peek of the film starting January 17 at Disney's Hollywood Studios. And, as an added bonus guests at the park will also have a chance to see the golden coach from the film.

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, 07/20/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Disney's Keys To The Kingdom Tour

Tours at Walt Disney World are a great way to spice up your vacation and see something new. There's a tour for every interest and curiosity. You can go backstage at Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Animal Kingdom, or do the 3-park 7-hour Backstage Magic tour. The particular tour that we will explore today is the Keys to the Kingdom Tour at Magic Kingdom.

POSTED Mon, 07/18/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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The Best Things About Epcot’s Norway Pavilion

The Norway pavilion in Epcot's World Showcase has long been one of my favorite pavilions, and not just because it used to be home to Maelstrom. I love the pavilion for several other reasons and even now that Maelstrom has been replaced by all things Frozen the pavilion still holds a special place in my Disney heart.

POSTED Fri, 07/15/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

Club Villain Returns to Disney's Hollywood Studios This Fall

Fall is a wonderful time to experience the Walt Disney World Resort, and in addition to the annual fan favorites like Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, and The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, I'm excited to say that once again Guests can buy tickets to the special "Club Villain" at Disney's Hollywood Stu

POSTED Thu, 07/07/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Alternative Ideas To Autograph Books at Walt Disney World

Carrying an autograph book with you on your Walt Disney World Vacation is a fun activity for Guests of all ages. Many Disney fans enjoy working their way through Character Meet-and-Greets where they can collect the autographs of their favorite Characters, or even try to collect them all. If you enjoy collecting Disney autographs but have been thinking about ways to add some creativity to your signature hunt, we've got some fabulous alternatives to the classic Disney autograph book for you.

POSTED Tue, 07/05/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Inside A Disney Day Bag - The Minimalist

After raising my children and having decades of lugging all the "stuff" around Disney Parks, I'm looking forward to traveling a bit lighter from here on out.

POSTED Thu, 06/30/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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The Best of Americana at Walt Disney World

Once could say that Walt Disney World itself is a special piece of Americana. For many travelers who pass through its gates, Walt Disney World offers the only look at America they see. So what places at the resort show the best of us, and where can one go to discover the spirit of the land? We've got six spots that make a patriotic heart swell with pride, where Americana is shown off to it's most dreamlike brilliance.

POSTED Wed, 06/29/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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10 Tips For Going Solo at Walt Disney World

Today, nearly half of the United States Population is single, and that means that the solo traveler has become just as important to the hospitality industry as families. People are out traveling on their own more than ever, and the Walt Disney World Resort is a fantastic place to get away for some serious "me time." Solo travelers enjoy the luxury of following their own schedule and vacations designed entirely around their own interests.

POSTED Tue, 06/28/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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10 Tips for Surviving July 4th at Walt Disney World

Something that Disney fans know and all Walt Disney World Guests can count year after year is that the Fourth of July at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom is an experience to be reckoned with. It will be hot, it will be humid, and the Park will become so crowded that it reaches capacity and will go through different phases of closures. But what does that mean for travelers that have vacations falling around this dates, and how can they ensure a fun and happy vacation amongst the masses?

POSTED Thu, 06/23/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Discover Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire Castle Show

Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy and Goofy invite friends from enchanted lands far and wide to celebrate with them at the Royal Friendship Fair. The new show playing on the Cinderella Castle forecourt stage brings to life the more recent Disney stories in a performance featuring an original song, memorable movie music, lively dancing and even a few special effects. 'Mickey's Royal Friendship Faire' invites all those assembled to come together on this day and celebrate friendship.

POSTED Wed, 06/22/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Fun and Adventure Await At Epcot's Expanded Norway Pavilion

A cold wind blew into Epcot today as the Norway Pavilion in World Showcase greeted its new permanent residents Anna and Elsa, from Disney's blockbuster film Frozen. While we understand that Norway is not the mythical Arendelle - the art, culture, and people of Norway helped to inspire the beautiful country that came to life on screen. Here's what traveler are saying about the fresh take on Epcot's Norway Pavilion.