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POSTED Fri, 09/28/2018 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney News Round-up For Friday, September 28th, 2018

Let's get right to it! There were a couple of fun announcements made regarding Epcot's Holidays Around The World celebration, including an the announcement of four more celebrity narrators for Epcot's Candlelight Processional. This leaves all but two celebrity spots left to be filled. Check out our updated list of 2018 Holiday Happenings At Walt Disney World to see who they are.

POSTED Wed, 01/10/2018 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World News This Week

Hey! It's been a while since we've had a news round-up around here, so let's take on the flurry information that has been swirling the internet about what's going on down at the Walt Disney World Resort. We've got notes on refurbishments and new resort systems being tested, the winner of the Walt Disney World Marathon, a brand new runDisney event, and the introduction of the 2018 Disney Moms Panel. So keep on reading to discover all that's happening!

POSTED Thu, 08/10/2017 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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runDisney Gives Preview of Wine & Dine Half Marathon Finisher Medals

The 2017 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend presented by MISFIT is scheduled for November 2-5 during the Epcot Food and Wine Festival. And just this week runDisney gave guests a preview of the finisher medals for this year's races. Let's check them out!

POSTED Fri, 09/09/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: Disney Parks Moms Panel Applications Open, Princess Jasmine Makeover, and More

Happy Friday and welcome to today's Disney news round-up! In today's new we're talking about the applications for the 2017 Disney Parks Moms Panel, a new runDisney race season and much more. Let's check out what's been going on.

POSTED Wed, 08/03/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: Celebrate the Jungle Cruise’s 45th Anniversary, runDisney Race Enhancements, and More

We're back with another roundup of Disney news for the week. Summer might be winding down in a few weeks, but that doesn't mean things are slowing down at Disney World! This fall the Magic Kingdom is celebrating its 45th anniversary, and that means many of the park's attractions are also celebrating that milestone!

POSTED Tue, 04/19/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Registration for 2017 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Opens April 26

The 2017 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend is scheduled for January 4-8, 2017 at the Walt Disney World Resort. Registration for the weekend's race events open April 26 at 12 p.m. ET at the runDisney website.

POSTED Mon, 01/11/2016 - 20:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Fredison Costa Wins Third Consecutive Walt Disney World Marathon

For the third year in a row Brazilian runner Fredison Costa has won the Walt Disney World Marathon. His finish time was 2:33:24. Costa has won the Marathon five times in the last six years.

POSTED Fri, 01/08/2016 - 20:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Running Industry Leaders Participate in New Forum During the 2016 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend

This weekend marks the 2016 Walt Disney World Marathon and the runDisney's first-ever State of the Sport and Race Director Series happened on January 7. The event featured nearly 100 of the "most highly-respected" names from the global running sector including race directors, media executives, and even former Olympic runners.

POSTED Fri, 10/04/2013 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Winter and Spring 2014 at Walt Disney World Means Marathons, Half Marathons, and the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival

We might just be headed into fall and no one wants to think about winter, but it's never too early to start talking about what 2014 has in store at the Walt Disney World Resort.

POSTED Wed, 08/21/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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2014 Walt Disney World Marathon Sells Out

Less than four months after registration opened, the 2014 Walt Disney World Marathon has sold out, making it one of the fastest marathon sell-outs in runDisney history.

More than 26,000 registered runners are set to participate in the Disney Marathon Weekend on January 8-12, 2014, with 13,500 signed up to run the 26.2 miles that make up the marathon.

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POSTED Tue, 03/27/2018 - 11:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Did Not Finish: My runDisney Princess Half Marathon Story

They say that it's all about the journey, not the destination, and that was certainly true when I made an attempt at completing the 10th Anniversary runDisney Princess Half Marathon this past February. I'll tell you the ending right now - I did not finish. However, I truly think that trying was a rewarding and exhilarating experience. So if you're considering a runDisney Half, but just aren't sure you can, read on to find out why I think you should go for it.

POSTED Tue, 03/13/2018 - 12:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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2018 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Dates Announced

Folks planning Fall vacations in Walt Disney World can look forward to the 23rd Annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. The fan favorite event as it returns to Epcot for 75 days packed full of culinary delights, expert seminars, and extraordinary entertainment. Running from August 30 to November 12, 2018 Guest will sip, stroll, and delight in this Disney tradition.

POSTED Tue, 01/02/2018 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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runDisney Kicks Off The 25th Annual Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend

This week more than twenty thousand runners will be stepping off on their own personal journeys to greatness as they try and conquer the runDisney Walt Disney World Marathon presented by Cigna. For 25 years this annual event has taken runners along the 26.2-mile course through Disney's Animal Kingdom, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom and Epcot. The only runDisney course that goes through all four parks, this is the race that started it all.

POSTED Thu, 09/21/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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10 Reasons Fall Is My Favorite Time Of Year To Visit Walt Disney World

One of the most frequent questions I get asked when discussing Walt Disney World travel with people, is what time of year is best to travel. While my answer is always dependent on the interests of those inquiring, I also make mention of when I like to travel. Year after year Fall continues to be one of my favorite times of year to visit Walt Disney World, here are ten reasons why.

POSTED Tue, 08/01/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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runDisney: Thinking About Race Fuel and Hydration

runDisney is fabulous at getting people off the couch and training to run any of their exciting and unique race events. However one thing many previous non-athletes don't understand is that completing an endurance race isn't just about covering a distance, but a need to fuel your body properly so that you can make it across the finish line in the upright position. A steadfast rule of endurance sports is "Nothing New On Race Day," this means that while you're training for your runDisney race-cation, you also need to be coming up with a sustainable plan to fuel your run.

POSTED Tue, 06/20/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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runDisney: Finding A Training Plan To That Works For You

With their unique locations, and fun on course entertainment, runDisney has helped to inspire thousands of non-runners to lace up their sneakers and give the sport of road running a try. Whether you want to run a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, or Full Marathon; whether you are just starting out, or you have been running for years, pre-race training is important to help you accomplish your goal.

POSTED Wed, 05/24/2017 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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runDisney Motivates Me To Be Better

My friends know that I'll come up with just about any reason for a Walt Disney World vacation, but recently I've dedicated myself to one of my craziest plans yet. yes indeed - I signed up to run the 2018 Princess Half Marathon. Coming out of a long term health crisis I needed motivation to regain my previous fitness and stamina. So why did I chose to runDisney rather than complete a race closer to home? Sure - a fabulous vacation surrounding the race weekend was part of it, but runDisney provides more than just a stretch of road.

POSTED Wed, 02/03/2016 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Pre-trip Tips For Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend

runDisney's Princess Marathon Weekend is set to kick off from February 18-February 21, 2016 at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. This fun race has been a catalyst for inspiring women, who never before dreamed of running, out the door and training for distances that they once thought impossible. I know it's true, because my friends and I have been some of them.

POSTED Fri, 01/22/2016 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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35 Good Excuses To Take A Walt Disney World Vacation

A die hard Disney fan never really needs an excuse to plan a Disney Vacation, but sometimes we have to do a little convincing to get our spouse or other family members on board. If the winter blues have got you down, and planning your next Disney trip with lift your spirits - I've got 35 good excuses for you to start planning your next Walt Disney World Vacation.

POSTED Tue, 06/16/2015 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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5 Fun Ideas For A Girls Only Trip to Walt Disney World

With so many Disney fans returning year after year to the Walt Disney Resort, it was perhaps inevitable that themed travel weekends would eventually catch on, folks head down to Disney for all sorts of reasons from runDisney marathons, to Christmas shopping spectaculars, and wild safari's. These quick getaway vacations are fun Disney intensives with an itinerary built entirely around a special theme! Prepare to be pampered because today we're going to share 5 Fun Ideas For A Girls Only Trip to Walt Disney World.