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POSTED Tue, 11/22/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Announces New Epcot Arts Festival and the Magic Kingdom Adds Cabanas to the Park

A new festival is coming to Epcot in January 2017 featuring art, performance, and food. And, if you're looking for a respite from the crowds at the Magic Kingdom you might want to check out the new cabanas they're adding. It's all in today's' news report.

POSTED Sat, 09/26/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Mary Blair’s House is On the Market for a Cool $1.6 Million

If you're looking to move to the West Coast and you happen to have a spare $1.6 million, you could own a piece of Disney-related history. The one-time residence of famed Disney artist Mary Blair is on the market in Los Angeles.

POSTED Fri, 03/27/2015 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Gives Guests a Sneak Peek at the Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows

The over-water Bora Bora Bungalows at Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows will be opening soon and recently Disney offered guests a sneak peek at what the newest Disney Vacation Club property has to offer.

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POSTED Wed, 07/22/2015 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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5 Reasons to Love Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Disney's Contemporary Resort is not only one of the original Walt Disney World Hotels, but it remains one of the premier destinations for Disney travelers both staying at the property or just coming for a visit. Its unique A-frame design sets the stage for the massive Grand Canyon Concourse that holds shopping, dining, an original Mary Blair mural, and the monorail which runs right through!

POSTED Tue, 05/19/2015 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Why We Love The Grand Canyon Concourse At Disney's Contemporary Resort

We first posted our top 5 Reasons to Love Disney's Contemporary Resort

POSTED Mon, 08/11/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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The Top 10 Can't-Miss Walt Disney World Attractions

It isn't easy to list the top 10 Walt Disney World Attractions. The four theme parks have so many incredible dark rides, thrill rides, and classic rides that making any kind of top 10 list is a bit of a challenge.

But we aren't afraid of a challenge. Unless that challenge includes riding Expedition Everest, then we're afraid. And so, without further ado here is a list of what we consider to be the top 10 attractions at Walt Disney World.

POSTED Tue, 09/10/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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The Re-imagined California Grill at Disney's Contemporary Resort

The California Grill at Disney's Contemporary Resort closed for renovation earlier this year (and reopened on September 9), but Disney offered a preview of the reimagined restaurant at a media preview last week.

POSTED Mon, 11/07/2011 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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Profile of an Imagineer: Mary Blair

Mary Blair was a talented artist who is best remembered for her work done for The Walt Disney Company. She was largely responsible for introducing modern art to Walt Disney and his studio, and her impact on his vision is seen in many Disney films and throughout the Disney parks.

POSTED Wed, 07/27/2011 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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Looking Back: It's a Small World

Some people love it and for others it is the bane of their Disney existence. We are talking It's a Small World today, exploring the origins and history of this Disney hallmark.

For those of you who have never ridden It's a Small World, the attraction is an interior boat cruise that features over 300 brightly costumed audio-animatronic dolls in the style of children of the world. There is an It's a Small World attraction at each of the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts worldwide, and Walt ever only referred to it as "the happiest cruise that ever sailed."

POSTED Wed, 06/29/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Heptinstall
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'Walt & El Grupo' documentary

"Walt & El Grupo" is a must-watch documentary for Disney fans. If you've ever wondered how "The Three Caballeros" and "Saludos Amigos" came to be in the 1940s, then this documentary is your answer.