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POSTED Fri, 07/24/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Food Blog Launches the ‘DFB Guide to the 2015 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival’ E-book

This year Epcot is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival and just in time to start planning your visit the Disney Food Blog has launched the DFB Guide to the 2015 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival e-book!

POSTED Tue, 07/21/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Is Updated Version of Soarin’ Headed to Disney’s US Theme Parks?

When Disney CEO Bob Iger unveiled the details for Shanghai Disney Resort last week Disney fans discovered that one of the new attractions at Shanghai Disneyland is called "Soaring Over the Horizon." This attraction is an updated version of Soarin' that takes guests around the world, instead of just over California.

POSTED Fri, 07/17/2015 - 19:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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2015 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Booth Menus Announced

If you're making plans to attend this 2015 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival you can now check out all the menus for the marketplace booths! New booths this year include Sustainable Chew, the Chew Lab, the Wine Studio, and the Cheese Studio. The Dominican Republic booth is returning after a multi-year hiatus.

POSTED Wed, 07/15/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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2015 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival News and Details

It's that time of year again: time to start planning your visit to the 2015 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the foodie fest and guests will have a chance to enjoy some new booths and special events.

POSTED Sat, 07/11/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Walt Disney World Resort Removes Confederate Flag from Display in American Adventure Pavilion

The Walt Disney World Resort has recently removed two controversial items from its theme parks. A confederate banner was removed from a flag display at Epcot's American Adventure pavilion and a bust of comedian Bill Cosby was removed from Disney's Hollywood Studios.

POSTED Sat, 06/27/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Candlelight Processional Dining Package Restaurants and Prices Announced for 2015

We might have just celebrated the official first day of summer, but it's never too early to start planning for your holiday visit to the Walt Disney World Resort. And to help you with your plans Disney has released the restaurants that are participating in this year's Candlelight Processional dining packages.

POSTED Thu, 06/25/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Walt Disney World Resort Celebrating the Fourth of July with Special Fireworks and More

If you are making plans to celebrate the Fourth of July at the Walt Disney World Resort there are several special celebrations planned for July 3 and 4 at three of the four theme parks. The celebrations include special fireworks displays, festive merchandise, and Disney characters in special costumes.

POSTED Tue, 06/16/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Details Released for ‘Frozen Ever After’ Attraction Planned for Epcot’s Norway Pavilion

The opening of the new Frozen-themed attraction in Epcot's Norway pavilion won't happen until next year, but Disney has recently released new details about the attraction which will be housed in the former location of Maelstrom. The popular flume attraction closed last year after 25 years of taking guests back, back over the falls.

POSTED Mon, 06/15/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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All-New Tour Announced for Epcot’s World Showcase

There is an all-new walking tour available in Epcot's World Showcase that gives guests a chance to experience behind-the-scenes and the "onstage" magic in addition to enjoying a dining experience in Morocco.

POSTED Fri, 06/12/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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2015 Disney Vacation Club Merry Member Mixers Announced

As we head into the warm summer months it might seem a bit early to be thinking about the winter holiday season, but the Disney Vacation Club wants members to think about this year's Merry Member Mixers that are planned for the winter holiday season.

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Epcot was one of Walt Disney's original visions. Originally standing for the Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, it was actually intended to be much more of the basis for Walt Disney World than the Magic Kingdom. Eventually however his initial vision proved too grand to be carried out and it became the less expansive park that you see today.

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POSTED Tue, 07/25/2017 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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5 Quirky Ways I Love That Walt Disney World Engages The Senses

I love Walt Disney World, since I was a little girl it has been a place of refuge for me where the outside world just melts away. Disney has a way of engaging all of your senses to create unique experiences that truly transport you to different worlds. I realize that some of my favorite things may be a little quirky, none the less here they are.

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 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 - 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 Thu, 07/13/2017 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Speculation On What May Be Coming This Weekend From D23 Expo

This weekend thousands of Disney fans from around the world will converge on the Anaheim convention center for the D23 Expo 2017. The Expo is Disney's official fan convention, and the informational goodies that have come out of past Expos have given us a look at the ways The Walt Disney Company is shaping its future. We'll be keeping our eyes open especially for news coming out about changes for Walt Disney World. Here's an overview at some of the rumored announcements that may (or may not) be coming our way.

POSTED Mon, 07/10/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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What to do When it Rains on Your Disney World Vacation

You know the old saying "A rainy day at Disney World is better than a rainy day at home?" Well, it's true! If it's going to rain and I'm at Disney World it is certainly going to be a better day than if it rains and I'm stuck at home. But, you might wonder, what should/can we do when it rains on our vacation? The answer " anything you want!

POSTED Tue, 07/04/2017 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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4th of July Hijincks From Some Of Our Favorite Disney Vloggers

I hope that everyone is enjoy their Independence Day! At Walt Disney World for Grown-ups we're taking it easy from the homestead as we spend time with our loved ones. The 4th of July is notoriously busy in Walt Disney World and sometimes the view from the couch is just as enjoyable. While you're waiting for the #DisneyParksLIVE webcast tonight, check out this collection Disney tributes to America.

POSTED Mon, 07/03/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Favorite All-American Eats and Drinks to Celebrate the Fourth of July at Disney World

Happy almost Fourth of July! One of our favorite parts of any Fourth of July celebration is the food. Traditional "all-American" eats include burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, BBQ ribs, and of course anything red, white, and blue. If you happen to be celebrating at Disney World we have some suggestions for all-American eats and drinks!

POSTED Wed, 06/28/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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15 Reasons Walt Disney World Honeymoons Are The Way To Go

Did you know that Walt Disney World is one of the most visited Honeymoon destinations on the planet? The appeal of Disney magic for people of all ages, and the sheer variety of options available at the Vacation Kingdom of the World make it a place that just about anyone can enjoy. With service for all levels of honeymoon budgets and a unique registry to help fund your journey, these 15 reasons are why we believe Walt Disney World Honeymoons are the way to go.