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POSTED Wed, 07/24/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Disney and American Airlines Collaborate on Disney’s Planes

Walt Disney Studios and American Airlines have recently announced that they have collaborated in a very special way for the summer release of Disney's Planes, with a campaign that includes promotions, inflight entertainment, and traditional media buys.

Disney's Planes tells the story of Dusty, a plane with dreams of racing and a fear of heights. Dane Cook provides the voice of Dusty as part of cast of all-stars including Stacy Keach, Brad Garrett, Teri Hatcher, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, John Cleese, and Cedric the Entertainer.

POSTED Fri, 07/05/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Cinderella’s Wishing Well Helps Make Dreams Come True

If you've been to the Magic Kingdom, chances are you've stopped at Cinderella's Wishing Well near the castle, made a wish, and tossed in a few coins. What you might not realize is that those coins are actually collected and donated to children's charities.

POSTED Sun, 06/16/2013 - 11:59 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World Limited Time Magic: Week 25

The Lone Ranger opens in theaters everywhere on July 3rd, 2013 however if you'll be in Disney's Hollywood Studios between June 14th and August 3rd you can catch a sneak peek of this thrilling new adventure from the dynamic team of producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Gore Verbinski.

POSTED Fri, 06/07/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Enter the Monstrous Summer Sweepstakes to Win a Vacation to Walt Disney World or Disneyland

There's a new contest happening as part of the Monstrous Summer at the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. Called the Disney Parks Monstrous Summer Sweepstakes, you can enter to win a 5-day, 4-night vacation for four.

POSTED Tue, 05/07/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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New Disney Dooney & Bourke Designs Arriving Later This Summer

Fans of the Disney Dooney & Bourke purses better start saving their money now - a new design was announced at the Monstrous Summer press event last month.

The new design - a black background with "Mickey" and "Minnie" in bold, vibrant colors with Mickey and Minnie head silhouettes - is set to debut later this summer at the Disney Parks. There's no word yet on how many bag designs are in the new collection.

POSTED Tue, 04/16/2013 - 03:41 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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L’Artisan des Glaces: Artisan Ice Cream Coming to Epcot

The Disney Food Blog is reporting on another intriguing new eatery to be located in Epcot. Paris in the summer is oh so chic, but it's made even cooler by the opening of L'Artisan des Glaces in the France Pavilion. The stylish new "artisan ice cream and sorbet shop" will feature 16 luscious flavors to be made from fresh ingredients right in the shop.

POSTED Tue, 04/09/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Debuting Soon at the Magic Kingdom – A Pirate’s Adventure: Treasures of the Seven Seas

Ahoy matey! All you landlubbers best be brushing up on your pirate skills! You'll need them when A Pirate's Adventure: Treasures of the Seven Seas opens this Summer at the Magic Kingdom.

This new interactive game takes guests on a quest to save Adventureland, all while locating the Treasures of the Seven Seas and fighting off enemies.

POSTED Fri, 07/13/2012 - 22:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Celebrate Opening of Olypmics at Disney's Dolphin Hotel

Wish you had a place to go to experience Disney "magic" and the Summer Olympic Games together? The Walt Disney World Dolphin hotel has you covered: the hotel is planning a Summer Games Celebration for Friday, July 27.

Guests are free to come to the Dolphin's lobby for "gold medal" cookies and treats with a British theme while taking in the broadcast of the games' opening ceremonies from London.

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POSTED Tue, 12/27/2016 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Tips for Starting To Plan Your 2017 Walt Disney World Vacation

It's almost January, that prime moth of planning for Walt Disney World travelers around the world? Disney veterans know that now is the time to get your ducks in a row before those prime reservation spots open and the rush is on to snag those perfect meal times, parties, and rooms for summer. We've got a few important things for you to keep in mind while planning your 2017 trip to Walt Disney World.

POSTED Fri, 06/28/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Limited Time Magic: Independence Week Fun at Walt Disney World Resort

On Monday we talked a bit about ways to celebrate the 4th of July at Walt Disney World without having to manage the intense crowds at the Parks. Today, we're diving into the thick of it so that you can know where to head inside the Disney Parks to get your red, white and blue on for an entire week during a special events!

POSTED Sun, 06/23/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Limited Time Magic: Disney Channel's Teen Beach Movie Celebration

Put on your swimsuit and hit the beach to celebrate Disney Channel's new Teen Beach Movie! It's a Limited Time Magic celebration that lasts from June 24 through September 1st , 2013. Grab your beach blanket and hit the sand because this modern take on the classic beach party movies is fun for the whole family to enjoy.

POSTED Thu, 06/13/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Tribute Bands Set to Rock This Summer in the Sounds Like Summer Concert Series

Break out the hair gel and tune up your air guitar - some of the world's best tribute bands are going to take the stage this summer at Epcot during the Sounds Like Summer concert series.

The concert series kicks of June 9-15 with Stayin' Alive - A Tribute to the Bee Gees. Other classic bands and artists will also get the tribute band treatment this summer including U2, The Police, Billy Joel, and Lynyrd Skynyrd.

After the first weekend the bands set to appear are:

POSTED Sun, 06/02/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World Limited Time Magic: Week 23

Join the Citizens of Main Street U.S.A. in a new Summer Trolley Show at the Magic Kingdom. Starting today, June 2nd guests can take a magical ride down memory lane as the Citizens celebrate the arrival of summer in style!

POSTED Fri, 05/31/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Staying Hydrated in the Florida Sun

As the temperatures climb along with the Florida sun in the summer it's more important than ever to some extra precautions while touring the Disney Parks. Heat, humidity and a lot of walking can leave travelers feeling exhausted and under the weather. Making an effort to stay well hydrated will keep you cool, energized, and touring like a pro.

POSTED Sun, 05/26/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World Limited Time Magic: Week 22

Start your days off with a wake up call from a Monsters University scare student, Mike Wazowski. This Limited Time Magic is happening only this summer when you stay at select Walt Disney World Resort Hotels. Be sure to schedule your call the moment you arrive at the resort and you'll hear Mike reminding you to scare up some sensational summer fun each morning you're at the resort! It's just part of the Monstrous Summer fun that's going on for a limited time only.

POSTED Wed, 05/22/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Hit the Links on Vacation With Walt Disney World Golf

Did you know that for many Disney guests, playing a round of golf has been a vacation tradition since the resort opened in 1971? It's not uncommon to find fans of the Disney Courses who have come down for the weekend just to hit the links. Walt Disney World Golf offers several challenging courses are lead by Arnold Palmer's vision and management, including the famous Magnolia course, home to a Mickey shaped sand-trap on the 6th hole.

POSTED Tue, 05/21/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Vacation Photography Tips for Beginners: Summertime

Are you headed out on a Walt Disney World Vacation this summer? If so there are a few things to keep in mind to keep your vacation pictures looking brilliant and fun even if you're battling the heat and crowds. Here are a few tips for you to capture your vacation, while still enjoying all that Walt Disney World has to offer.

POSTED Mon, 05/20/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Special Rates for Florida Residents at the Walt Disney Resort This Summer

If you're a resident of the Sunshine State and you want to enjoy the Monstrous Summer planned for the Walt Disney World Resort, listen up! Special nightly rates at Disney resort hotels are available through mid-August.