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One Man's Dream to be Transformed into Walt Disney Presents

One Man's Dream at Disney's Hollywood Studios will reopen tomorrow, September 8, as Walt Disney Presents. The updated attraction will be similar to the original but will also give guests a preview of new attractions coming to the Disney Parks.

'Return to Sleepy Hollow' at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

If you're looking for another fun way to celebrate Halloween at the Walt Disney World Resort, you'll want to check out the 'Return to Sleepy Hollow' event at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort. This special event is planned for several nights in September and October.

Hurricane Irma and Your Walt Disney World Resort Vacation

Hurricane Irma is currently churning its way through the Atlantic and was upgraded to a category 5 storm this morning. And, while the track of Hurricane Irma is still uncertain, the forecast cone for the category 5 hurricane covers all of Central and Southern Florida, including the Orlando area.

New Ultimate Nights of Adventure VIP Tour at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Disney's Animal Kingdom has introduced a new VIP nighttime experience, the Ultimate Nights of Adventure VIP Tour. This new experience will give guests the chance to experience several popular attractions in addition to Rivers of Light. Read on to find out more!

Disney News Round-up: Epcot Food and Wine Festival News

The 2017 Epcot Food and Wine Festival is in full swing with 35 Marketplace Booths (in honor of Epcot's 35th anniversary), seminars and demonstrations, entertainment, and much more. If you're making plans to attend this year's Festival we have some news that might help you plan!

Disney Announces Entertainment Schedule for Night of Joy 2017

Disney's Night of Joy 2017 is planned for Friday, September 8, and Saturday, September 9 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. The full entertainment schedule was announced this week, so if you're attending the event you can make your plans now!

Disney News Round-up: Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party News

The 2017 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party kicked off last week and runs on select nights through November 1 at the Magic Kingdom. Today we have some fun updates about special goodies and more at the parties.

My Disney Experience App Now Allows Guests to Track Disney Dining Plan Entitlements and More

Did you update your My Disney Experience app this week? If you did, you might have noticed a couple of really awesome updates in the app including the ability to track your Disney Dining Plan credits! Read on to find out more about this update!

Disney Vacation Club Members Can Celebrate Halloween with Pirate-Themed Party at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Disney's Contemporary Resort is the site of a Disney Vacation Club member Halloween party on October 31. The pirate-themed party is planned for two time slots in the Ballroom of the Americas and reservations are now open.

Disney News Round-up: Rivers of Light Live-Stream, Minnie Van Service Expands, and More

Happy Tuesday! We're back with another news round-up from Walt Disney World! Today we have news about a Rivers of Light live-stream event, an expansion of the Minnie Vans service, and much more. Read on to find out more.

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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Social Distancing On Walt Disney World Buses

Complimentary transportation is one of my favorite things about staying at a Walt Disney World Resort. However, since COVID-19 has become an issue I've wondered if my days of riding the Disney bus were over. On a recent trip to Florida I took Disney transportation so that I could share with you what the differences were and how I felt riding.

25th Anniversary Of The Epcot International Food and Wine Festival

The 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival marks the 25th anniversary of this exciting special event which also will be the longest festival in Walt Disney World Resort history. Though things are a little different this year, there is still a lot to love about this annual fan favorite. With more than 20 marketplace groups guests can still sip and savor their way around the World Showcase promenade.

Top 5 In-Room Baths At Walt Disney World

Do you dream of coming back from a long day at the Disney Parks and slipping into a luxurious bath? Soothing those sore muscles or just indulging in a bit of pampering is one of my favorite things to do on my Walt Disney World Vacations. I'll admit to choosing my Resort Hotel Room by the glamor of it's bathroom more than once. If your idea of relaxing is a long soak in the tub, I'm sharing the best in-room tubs at Walt Disney World.

Take A Virtual Ride On Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway

Shortly before the world shut down in Spring of 2020, Disney's Hollywood Studios opened a fun new attraction. This wild adventure was the first ride-thru attraction to be created for our main mouse. Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway offers guests the chance to embark on an adventure "through a world where the rules of physics don't apply."

Health Forward Hacks for Disney Travel During The Pandemic

It's a whole new world out our doors today, but that doesn't mean we can't still enjoy our lives. Walt Disney World is open, and for guests who choose to venture to the Disney Parks there are a few new things that they should keep in mind. From taking personal responsibility to making the most of Disney's advanced technology it is more important than ever to take some time to think about the way you're going to prepare for your vacation. Read on and discover some of the most health forward hacks you can use for Disney travel during the pandemic.

Disney Resort Guests No Longer Receive Free Magic Bands In 2021

Introduced in 2013 MagicBands have become integral to the Disney Park experience. These wearable devices combine the capability and function for a guest's park ticket and hotel room key, they also provide wearers a tool to consolidate dining plans and reservations as well as operate as a contactless payment method. It took some time for regular Disney guests to get used to the new technology, and now it looks like Disney is changing things up again.

Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Rooms To Get A Moana Makeover

Disney's Polynesian Village Resort is one of the three original resort hotels at Walt Disney World. There have been struggles for this grand old lady as she has tried to grow old gracefully despite needing some serious construction updates over the past decade. That's why we weren't too surprised to hear that Disney's taking advantage of the COVID-19 closures to give the very popular Polynesian Village a little more TLC.

Fall Fun Arrive at Walt Disney World Beginning September 15th, 2020

Fall in love again with Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom as pumpkins pop on Main Street U.S.A. from September 15th through October 31st, 2020. Stroll right down the middle of the street and admire the fall decor while indulging in the many seasonal offerings.

Resort Evenings Are In For Fall 2020 Disney Trips

With reduced Fall Park Hours families may need to find something new to do after dark on their next Walt Disney World Vacation. After playing all day through the Disney Parks some quieter nights may be in store. I've pulled together a list of some of my favorite relaxing ways to spend a Disney evening.

Tee Off Safely At Walt Disney World Golf Courses

Disney has some beautiful championship golf courses on property where guests can tee off. Operated by Arnold Palmer Golf Management, Disney Golf recently launched its new Park & Play Program, which responsibly speeds up the check-in process before you even start your round.