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POSTED Wed, 09/10/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue Celebrated 40th Anniversary this Month

The Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue is one of the longest-running dinner shows in America, and it recently celebrated its 40th anniversary.

The show got its start in the summer of 1974 as part of the Disney World Fine Arts College Workshop program. After a summer of performances Walt Disney World decided to hire a permanent cast and the show opened on September 5, 1974.

POSTED Sat, 08/30/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Parks Moms Panel Search Begins September 2

It's that time of year again: the search for the newest members of the Disney Parks Mom Panel opens September 2.

The Disney Parks Moms Panel has been around since 2008 when it was called the Walt Disney World Moms Panel.

Several years ago the name was changed to the Disney Parks Moms Panel to include other Disney vacation experiences including Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacation Club, and runDisney.

The panel might be called the "Moms Panel" but there are dads, aunts, and grandparents answering questions as panelists too.

POSTED Wed, 08/13/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Four Seasons Orlando Opens at the Walt Disney World Resort

The newest luxury hotel at the Walt Disney World Resort is now open.

The Four Seasons Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort opened its doors on August 3 offering guests a luxury stay with the benefits of staying "on property" minus any reference to the top Mouse.

POSTED Thu, 07/31/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Parks and Resorts Salutes Military Personnel with Special Rates on Rooms and Tickets Through 2015

Disney Parks has once again extended its Armed Forces Military Salute which gives active and retired U.S. military personnel special rates on theme park tickets and accommodations.

At the Walt Disney World Resort military personnel (including active and retired members of the U.S. Coast Guard, National Guard, and reservists) or their spouses can purchases the following theme park tickets from August 25 2014 through September 30, 2015:

  • Disney 4-day Military Promotional tickets with a park hopper option for $177 each plus tax
POSTED Wed, 06/25/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Vinylmation Series Park Starz 3 Artists to Meet Fans on June 27 at D-Street in Downtown Disney

The newest Vinylmation set, the Park Starz 3 series, was recently released and the artists behind the series are ready to meet their fans.

The three Disney Design Group artists, Thomas Scott, Casey Jones, and Caley Hicks, are participating in a meet-and-greet and signing event on June 27 at D-Street in Downtown Disney from 5-6 p.m.

POSTED Wed, 06/04/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Fans Can Show their #DisneySide with Disney Stick Figure Families

Perhaps you've seen those Disney stick figure families on Facebook and wondered where you could create your very own stick figure family.

Well, we have the answer. You can make the stick figure families at the Disney Parks #DisneySide page.

POSTED Sat, 05/24/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Cherry Tree Lane Opening Soon in Marketplace Co-Op at Downtown Disney

When the Marketplace Co-Op opens in Downtown Disney this summer, one of the boutiques will be a one-stop-shop for accessories and designer handbags.

Cherry Tree Lane's merchandise will includes jewelry, watches, scarves, ballet flats, and of course Disney handbags.

The name of the store was inspired by the street where Mr. Banks and his family live in Disney's Mary Poppins, and the fixtures in the store include references to the film such as iconic umbrellas, hats, and kites.

POSTED Thu, 04/24/2014 - 17:59 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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A Weekend of Bonus Savings at the Disney Store

If you're in a shopping mood, head over to the Disney Store where you'll find a bonus 40 percent off select merchandise!

The bonus 40 percent off sale is good on a variety of merchandise including toys, home decor, clothing, accessories, collectibles, and even Disney Parks Products.

POSTED Wed, 04/02/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Global Sing-Along Planned as Disney Parks Celebrates 50th Anniversary of ‘it’s a small world’

The classic Disney Parks attraction 'it's a small world' is celebrating its 50th anniversary and fans can join in the celebration through a global sing-along.

Disney created the website SmallWorld50.com as a "global hub" of music and harmony where guests can record videos of themselves singing the attraction's theme song. Guests can also create virtual 'it's a small world' dolls to benefit UNICEF (United Nations Children's Fund).

POSTED Sat, 03/29/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Dates Officially Announced for the 2015 D23 Expo in Anaheim

The dates for the 2015 D23 Expo were announced by Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger at The Walt Disney Company's Annual Meeting on March 18.

D23: The Official Disney Fan Club presents the Expo and the 2015 event is scheduled for August 14-16, 2015 at the Anaheim Convention Center.

"The D23 Expo is the ultimate Disney fan event, created to honor and celebrate your love of all things Disney," Iger told shareholders and D23 Members at the Company's Annual Meeting in Portland, Oregon. "And we hope to see you there."

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POSTED Thu, 08/18/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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5 Reasons To Love Fantasyland

It could be said that Fantasyland is the beating heart of Disney Parks, a fairy tale world that ignites the imaginations of both old and young. The centerpiece of it all a towering castle where we learn that dreams do come true, and happily ever after is possible. There is so much to see and do in the recently expanded Fantasyland that choosing just 5 things simply doesn't do it justice. But I'm going to give it a try, so read on to find out (in no particular order) five reasons I love Fantasyland.

POSTED Tue, 08/16/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney History: Song of the South

Despite earning a seemingly permanent home in the famed "Disney Vault" due to its reliance on racial stereotypes to tell a story, Song of the South has an enduring legacy in Walt Disney World, even if many guests don't recognize the origin of some of Disney's most iconic elements. The Reconstruction Era film centers on Uncle Remus, a black man who is presumably a recently freed slave, telling stories to the children.

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 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 Tue, 06/07/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Six Spots To Stay Cool At The Walt Disney World Resort

Summer has returned with all its vacation glory, and as the masses make their annual pilgrimage to the vacation kingdom of the world, it seems like time to remind folks to stay cool. Where can a tired, overheated traveler go to escape the midday heat? Here are six spots to keep in mind for staying cool at the Walt Disney World Resort.

POSTED Sat, 03/05/2016 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Saturday Style: Spring Dapper Days Are Coming In April

Spring is a lovely time to turn out and strut your style as you enjoy a pleasant day in the Disney Parks. Bring out your vintage best and join thousands of fashionable guests as Dapper Day in the Magic Kingdom takes over the Park on April 16, 2016. A pretty pink swing dress is accented with a polka dot halter in this sweet ode to Minnie Mouse. Accessorize by toting this floral bag by Loungefly with a print just full of Minnie's favorite dots and bows.

POSTED Sat, 02/27/2016 - 20:45 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces Ticket Price Increase and Seasonal Pricing

It's official. The Walt Disney World Resort is moving to a tiered pricing system for theme park tickets. Effective February 28, Disney is shifting to seasonal pricing for 1-day theme park tickets, and during the peak season a 1-day ticket to the Magic Kingdom will cost $124.

POSTED Wed, 02/24/2016 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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The Best of The Magic Kingdom

Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom was the first of Disney's Theme Parks to be opened in Florida. Walt's dream, completed after his death with loving care by his older brother Roy O. Disney, opened to the public on October 1st, 1971. This homage to the child that lives in all of us sits on 142 acres, and at its center is the towering beautiful Cinderella Castle. Similar to the original Disneyland in California, the park is divided into six themed lands - Main Street, U.S.A.; Adventureland; Frontierland; Liberty Square; Fantasyland; and Tomorrowland.

POSTED Mon, 02/22/2016 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Top 5 Ways to Cure Your Disney Vacation Hangover

We've all been there. Maybe it happens as soon as you board the not-so-Magical Express to the airport, or maybe it happens as you exit Walt Disney World property and see that very sad sign where Mickey says "See You Real Soon." Reality sets in and you realize that you're suffering from the Disney Vacation Hangover, also known as the post-Disney vacation blues.

POSTED Tue, 02/02/2016 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Attractions To Relax On At Disney's Animal Kingdom

Disney's Animal Kingdom is foot by foot the largest of the Disney Parks. It's full with lush vegetation, exotic animal habitats, and thrilling rides - but after a few hot hours in the Disney jungle, it's nice to take a little break. These four great attractions let your party keep on touring while still offering folks the chance to sit down and rest for a few. Whether you just want to get off of your feet or you're looking for a climate controlled retreat, head to a viewing of these Animal Kingdom gems for a few minutes to refresh.