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POSTED Tue, 05/21/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author

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Delicious Details Announced for the 2013 Epcot Food & Wine Festival

There's still time to plan for the 2013 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, but some incredible details were recently announced.

POSTED Wed, 05/15/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author

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13 Reflections of Evil Trading Event Set for Friday, September 13

The 13: Reflections of Evil trading event is set to take place at the World Showcase in Epcot from September 13-15. The event promises several days of "chills, thrills, and all around frightful fun" for those in attendance.

POSTED Wed, 05/08/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author

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Disney Parks Bingo Cards Add More Fun to Your Disney Vacation

We all know how much fun it is to visit the four theme parks at the Walt Disney World Resort, but what if there was a way to add just a little more fun to your visit? Well, now there is with Disney Theme Parks Bingo.

POSTED Mon, 05/06/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author

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Merida Set to Become Disney’s 11th Official Princess

On May 11, Merida - the strong-willed red headed princess from Disney/Pixar's Brave " will officially be welcomed into the Disney Princess royal court.

The royal coronation ceremony is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. at Cinderella's Castle at the Magic Kingdom. Other royal guests, including Disney's current princesses are expected to attend the ceremony. Guests at the Magic Kingdom will also be able to witness the coronation.

POSTED Fri, 04/26/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author

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Monster-size Fun Scheduled for this Summer at the Walt Disney World Resort

Monstrous Summer is here! The Walt Disney World Resort announced their Monstrous Summer this week and it promises to be a summer of fun and adventure for the whole family.

POSTED Tue, 04/23/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author

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Become a Wilderness Explorer at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

If you have seen the Disney/Pixar film Up you might remember that young Russell is a Wilderness Explorer who loves to have great adventures and earn badges based on those adventures.

Soon guests at Disney's Animal Kingdom will have a chance to become Wilderness Explorers just like Russell, experiencing the park in a way that will deepen their understanding of animals and our natural world.

POSTED Mon, 04/22/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author

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A New Spa Experience Coming to Disney’s Saratoga Springs

This summer, guests at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa will have a chance to relax in a brand new spa experience re-opening in July.

The spa at Saratoga Springs has been closed for renovations since January and when it reopens as Senses - A Disney Spa, it will feature 10 treatment rooms, steam rooms, whirlpools, relaxation lounges, and a nail salon.

POSTED Thu, 04/18/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author

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Celebrate Father’s Day with Car Masters Weekend at Downtown Disney

If you're looking for a "revved up" way to celebrate Father's Day this year, start your engines and head over to Downtown Disney West Side for Car Masters Weekend.

This classic car show "with a modern twist" is planned for June 14-16, and will feature more than 150 classic, muscle, and exotic cars. The event is also showcasing Disney-Pixar's Cars movies " giving guests the chance to meet raceway stars Lightning McQueen, Mater, and Finn McMissle from Cars 2.

POSTED Sun, 03/03/2013 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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Walt Disney World Limited Time Magic: Week 10

Spring is in the air and the citizens of Main Street, U.S.A. are simply bursting with excitement! To lighten up the mood from chilly winter days and help usher in all things bright and beautiful, they'll arrive in town on a horse-drawn trolly adorned with colorful bouquets of flowers and ribbons, dressed to the nines in bright pastels. These happy folks are ready to sing and dance their way into your hearts!

POSTED Mon, 02/25/2013 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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Three-Day Discover Disney Ticket for Florida Residents Only $119

Are you a Florida Resident? If so, you be sure to check out Disney's latest deal - the new three-day Discover Disney Ticket for just $119, plus tax.

What? Three days isn't enough? Okay then, how about this? Disney will let you add a fourth day for just $10 more.

When it comes to Disney World, trip planning is huge undertaking. In fact, many a first visit to Disney World is marred by a lack of planning. While it might be tempting to think that it's "just a theme park," and that you can show up and have a blast by winging it, the size and complexity of the resort is daunting even for experts. These articles will help you make the most of your Disney trip, and might even introduce you to some activities and attractions you haven't heard about!

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POSTED Sat, 02/02/2013 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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Walt Disney World Limited Time Magic: Week 6

The Countdown to Super Sunday is going on at Walt Disney World from Friday February 1 to until Saturday February 9, 2013 it's a week long Super Sunday celebration.

POSTED Fri, 02/01/2013 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

Unique Sips to be Showcased at the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

Florida Orange Groves Winery has been taking it's place Epcot's Marketplace Booths with a showing at the 2010-2012 International Food & Wine Festivals, and now as a featured sip at the 20th Annual Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival too!

POSTED Tue, 01/29/2013 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid in the New Fantasyland

Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid, is the great new dark attraction located in the Enchanted Forest of the Magic Kingdom's New Fantasyland. The ride opened this past December to great fanfare and has been delighting Walt Disney World guests who experience it.

POSTED Thu, 01/24/2013 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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Line Up for the 2013 Epcot Flower Power Concert Series

A fan favorite feature of the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival includes the The Flower Power Concert Series. The 20th Anniversary series kicks off on March 6-10 with "The Monkees" signer and drummer, Micky Dolenz. The music plays on each weekend throughout the 75 day festival with nostalgic pop favorites.

POSTED Tue, 01/22/2013 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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5 Fun Tips for Grown Ups at Walt Disney World

So you're thinking of heading off to Walt Disney World for some grown up time? Why not! Disney is a wonderful place to explore no matter what your age. Here are 5 fun tips from our experts to make the most out of your grown up vacation.

Leave the Kids Behind:

take a night off

POSTED Thu, 01/17/2013 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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The Kinsey Collection at Epcot's American Heritage Gallery

The Kinsey Collection is "the intersection where art and history meet." A national touring collection that offers a virtual history book, giving voice to untold stories of accomplishment and contribution. The African-American story of determination, courage, hope, struggle and inspiration is chronicled through more than 40 pieces of art, artifacts, books, sculptures and manuscripts on display at the American Heritage Gallery, in Epcot's American Adventure Pavilion.

POSTED Wed, 01/16/2013 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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20th Annual Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

No matter what your thermometer says outside (mine reads a whole 11 degrees today) Spring is just around the corner. That means it's time to get moving on plans for your trip to the 2013 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival! This year marks the 20th anniversary of the event, and you can be sure that Disney will be celebrating in grand style.

POSTED Thu, 01/10/2013 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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Shopping Guerlain and Givenchy in the France Pavilion at Epcot

Winter days may have us blue, but dreaming of Paris in the spring time is easy in Epcot's France Pavilion. La Signature Shoppe and Epcot's Givenchy Boutique are using January to share some elegant limited time offers.

POSTED Wed, 01/09/2013 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

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MyMagic+ Set to Roll Out at Walt Disney World

Earlier this week Chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, Tom Skaggs, offered fans a glimpse into the future. The details of the $1 billion NextGen program have been much speculated over the past few years, but it's about to begin a major roll out to the public and "push the boundaries of the [Walt Disney World] guest experience."

POSTED Mon, 01/07/2013 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Sarah M.

Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Speaker Series

Something I look forward to during every race weekend are the speakers at the Health & Fitness Expo. This year's Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend has a phenomenal line up of speakers that you won't want to miss! All presentations will take place at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, but keep in mind that the presentations will take place in HP Field House where packet pick-up is, not in the Josten's Center where it usually is. The Expo times are as follows:

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