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POSTED Tue, 08/09/2011 - 14:35 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Walt Disney World

Grand Floridian Spa Closing in September

Walt Disney World will soon be down to one full-service spa as the spa at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa will be shutting down temporarily starting September 19.

Last Friday, Disney spokesman Brian Malenius stated, "We are in the early stages of an expansion project at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa." He went on to add the spa will "temporarily close this fall as part of a planned renovation."

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POSTED Sun, 08/07/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Space Legacy Offers at the Disney Swan and Dolphin

The Disney Swan and Dolphin resorts are offering some nice deals and activities in honor of this country's space legacy.

First off, the iconic Disney hotels are putting forth a twenty percent discount on rooms for all guests with their Salute to Space package. Room rates start at $129 per night. The package also entitles guests to additional savings for National Car Rental which will enable exploration of Florida's Space Coast. The Salute to Space package is good for stays this year through December 25.

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POSTED Sat, 08/06/2011 - 14:15 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Gracey In Talks to Direct Disney's 'Order of the Seven'

Snow White, the classic heroine from Disney's 1937 animated film, is popular these days with no less than three re-tellings of the story set to hit the big screen in the next few years. Disney itself is also gearing up for a live action version of the story of Snow White, and is talks with a potential director.

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POSTED Fri, 08/05/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Free Dining Plan Offer Back!

Planning a trip to Walt Disney World for this fall, winter or early next year? Then you're in luck! The ever-popular complimentary dining plan offer is back for those purchasing a package trip to WDW.

Here's what you need to know: guests who buy a non-discounted package of room and tickets for four nights/five days at certain Disney resorts will receive a free dining plan. The free plan offer is good for certain dates from October 2011 to March 2012.

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POSTED Thu, 08/04/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Judge Sides With Disney/Pixar In 'Cars' Complaint

Were characters from the popular Disney/Pixar "Cars" and "Cars 2" movies plagiarized from a British screenwriter? Not according to a recent ruling by a federal judge.

Last spring, Jake Mandeville-Anthony claimed the talking, adventure-loving autos from the animated films were based on his original idea. The screenwriter brought his claim to light last spring and said he submitted a script in the 1990's in which similiar characters appeared. At the time he made the claim, he also sought to prevent the release of "Cars 2."

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POSTED Wed, 08/03/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Enchanted Tiki Room to Open This Month

The Enchanted Tiki Room, a Magic Kingdom attraction that can trace its roots back to the early days of the park, will be opening its doors to guests in less than two weeks.

The Adventureland attraction, which closed earlier this year due to a fire, has been receiving the Disney makeover treatment in preparation for its August 15 opening. Guests taking in the new and improved version of the Tiki Room will be treated to updated and remastered audio as well as a "state of the art show-control system."

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POSTED Tue, 08/02/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Dolphin Offers Discount for Foodie Fest

Recently, we highlighted the happenings of this year's WDW Foodie Fest. The Dolphin Resort is offering up a discount for those who plan to participate in this year's fun, and for those who read the Disney Food Blog.

Foodie Fest attendees and Disney Food Blog readers can nab the special rate of $199 and automatically receive a room upgrade.

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POSTED Mon, 08/01/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Food & Wine Fest Tickets on Sale August 16

Those of you out there who love Epcot's International Food and Wine Festival might want to mark your calendars. August 16 at 7 a.m. is the date and time tickets for this year's special events and programs will go on sale.

Here are a few of the activities planned for this year's fest that will be available for booking on the 16th:

First Bites Opening Reception: 6:30- 9 p.m. Sept. 29

"3D" Disney's Dessert Discovery: Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28, and Nov. 4, 11

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POSTED Sun, 07/31/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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2011 Walt Disney World Foodie Fest Coming in October

What's better than noshing your way through Walt Disney World? Hanging out with others who are of the same mind frame. Scheduled for October, this year's WDW Foodie Fest has some neat activities planned to coincide with Epcot's International Food and Wine Fest.

The Foodie Fest with kick off with its "Main Event" on Sunday, October 2 at Ariel's at Disney's Beach Club Resort. This event is set to run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and includes a scavenger hunt throughout Epcot's World Showcase. Those who don't want to go on the hunt can still enjoy games and food at Ariel's.

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POSTED Sat, 07/30/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Animal Kingdom

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Celebrate the Cotton-Top Tamarin This August at Animal Kingdom

Disney's Animal Kingdom will be celebrating the cotton-top tamarin during all of August. Turns out, the adorable one-pound monkey has its own Columbian national holiday on August 15, so the AK is turning it into a month-long celebration.

Rafiki's Planet Watch will be the site of activities planned around the monkey. All ages will be able to participate in learning more about the tamarin's behavior and biology as well as how scientists study the tamarin and efforts to save this endangered species. In addition, guests can pick up moves to the cotton-top tamarin dance!

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