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POSTED Mon, 09/22/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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The Studio Backlot Tour at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Closing Permanently on September 27

More changes are coming to another long-time attraction at the Walt Disney World Resort.

This time the change is happening at Disney's Hollywood Studios as the Studio Backlot Tour is closing for good on September 27.

Rumors were starting to swirl in recent weeks about the possible closing of the attraction, but Disney confirmed the news last week saying only that the Backlot Tour is closing to make way for new development.

POSTED Fri, 09/19/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Epcot Food and Wine Late Nights Live Event Cut Back to One Night Per Week

One of the new special events for this year's Epcot Food and Wine Festival has already gone through a schedule change.

The nighttime party, Epcot Food and Wine Late Nights Live, was originally scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday nights during the Festival, but is now only available on Thursday nights.

The three-hour street party takes place every Thursday evening beginning at 9:45 p.m. and it lasts until 1 a.m. The party is located between the United Kingdom Pavilion and World Showcase Plaza.

POSTED Sat, 09/13/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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‘Frozen’ Attraction Set to Replace Maelstrom in Epcot’s Norway Pavilion

After several months of rumors and speculation, the news is official: a Frozen attraction is being built to replace Maelstrom in Epcot's Norway Pavilion.

Disney Parks made the official announcement this afternoon. Construction is underway on the new Frozen attraction that will takes guests to Arendelle where they'll be surrounded by the music from the film.

POSTED Tue, 09/09/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Special Treats Appearing in the Magic Kingdom for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Guests at this year's Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party can indulge their sweet tooth on more than just candy.

Dining locations around the park will be serving up spooky sweet treats created just for the Halloween parties.

The Plaza Ice Cream Parlor is serving up handmade ice cream cookie sandwiches created with festive Halloween cookies and hand scooped ice cream. The Main Street Bakery will be tempting guests with a Candy Corn Cupcake and a Mummy cupcake, while Gaston's Tavern is offering a Ghost Cupcake.

POSTED Mon, 09/08/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Jungle Cruise to be Transformed into the Jingle Cruise for the Holidays

The Magic Kingdom's Jungle Cruise is once again getting a holiday makeover.

Last year marked the first time the popular attraction went through a holiday transformation. This year, starting in November, the Jungle Cruise will become the "Jingle Cruise" for the winter holiday season.

The Jungle Cruise boats will be renamed with holiday-themed names, the queue and the boathouse will be transformed with holiday decorations, and the Skipper's jokes will take on a holiday theme as well.

POSTED Sat, 09/06/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Special Commemorative Merchandise Items Released for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

If you have plans to attend this year's Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom don't forget to check out the commemorative merchandise.

Guests at the party can purchase a limited-edition MagicBand that features the Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party logo. This MagicBand has an edition size of 5,000 bands and it retails for $29.95. The MagicBand must be linked at the time of purchase using a theme park admission, Memory Maker card, or another active MagicBand.

POSTED Thu, 08/28/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Magic Kingdom’s ‘Move It! Shake It! Celebrate It!’ Street Party to be Updated this Fall

Walt Disney World is updating the Magic Kingdom's 'Move It! Shake It! Celebrate It!' Street Party.

Starting this fall the street party is getting a new name in addition to several new characters including Stitch and Phineas and Ferb. Once the updates have been made it will be known as the 'Move It! Shake It! Dance & Play It!' Street Party.

The updated procession will still begin on Main Street U.S.A. and will make its way to Cinderella Castle. The emcee, stilt walkers, and characters will still be part of the new program.

POSTED Wed, 08/13/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Four Seasons Orlando Opens at the Walt Disney World Resort

The newest luxury hotel at the Walt Disney World Resort is now open.

The Four Seasons Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort opened its doors on August 3 offering guests a luxury stay with the benefits of staying "on property" minus any reference to the top Mouse.

POSTED Wed, 08/06/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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More Details Released for the ‘Villains Unleashed’ Event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

In a just a few weeks the Disney villains are descending upon Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney has released more spooky details.

More than 50 Disney villains are scheduled to attend Villains Unleashed on August 23, with Hades, Megara, and Pain and Panic serving as hosts.

After kicking things off at 8 p.m. the Hercules villains will be joined on stage by the Underworld Dancers, DJ Igg Nite, and other villains including the Queen of Hearts, the Sheriff of Nottingham, the Big Bad Wolf, and Captain Hook.

POSTED Thu, 07/31/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Parks and Resorts Salutes Military Personnel with Special Rates on Rooms and Tickets Through 2015

Disney Parks has once again extended its Armed Forces Military Salute which gives active and retired U.S. military personnel special rates on theme park tickets and accommodations.

At the Walt Disney World Resort military personnel (including active and retired members of the U.S. Coast Guard, National Guard, and reservists) or their spouses can purchases the following theme park tickets from August 25 2014 through September 30, 2015:

  • Disney 4-day Military Promotional tickets with a park hopper option for $177 each plus tax
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 Wed, 02/17/2016 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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26 Ways To Celebrate National Random Acts of Kindness Day at Walt Disney World

Today is a National Random Acts of Kindness Day, and we're exploring ways that you can participate while in Walt Disney World! Disney is the perfect place to spread a little joy and fun-loving magic to others. By the way - you don't really need a single day offer a random act of kindness; you can (and should) celebrate all year long.

POSTED Tue, 02/16/2016 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Spring Break Travel Tips For Walt Disney World

Spring Breaks start early this year, with many colleges heading off for holiday as early as February 27th. A fun time in the sun in a vacation tradition that has it's own unique set of travel challenges. While the crowd that heads to Walt Disney World tends to be tamer than those you'll find at the coastal beaches, the joy of being young and traveling with friends can still bring some stress. Plan ahead and check out our list of for tips to for a great Spring Break.

POSTED Wed, 02/10/2016 - 03:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Changing and Cancelling Your Walt Disney World Reservations

We all look forward to our Walt Disney World Vacations once they're booked. However sometimes things don't go quite right and life rears it's ugly head, making for a trip that needs to be canceled or postponed. It's the worst-case scenario, but if you know what you need to do in advance it doesn't need to be difficult or fraught with drama. There have been some changes and updates since we first published this piece, so our regular guest blogger Holly L.

POSTED Mon, 02/08/2016 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Our Favorite Things about Epcot’s China Pavilion

Epcot's China pavilion is one of our favorite spots to visit when we're looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of World Showcase. Not only is it home to some gorgeous gardens but you'll also find some good food and unique shopping experiences.

POSTED Thu, 02/04/2016 - 02:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Resources for Planning The Perfect Walt Disney World Vacation

Planning a successful Walt Disney World vacation is not exactly for the faint of heart. There are a lot of details that can make or break your dream trip. However with a friendly guide, and the right tools, planning success can achieve fabulous results. We field a lot of questions here at Walt Disney World for Grown-ups and one of the most common is "How do you know all this!" So the team thought that we should open up our virtual office door and share with you a few of our go to resources for planning the perfect Disney dream trip.

POSTED Tue, 02/02/2016 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Attractions To Relax On At Disney's Animal Kingdom

Disney's Animal Kingdom is foot by foot the largest of the Disney Parks. It's full with lush vegetation, exotic animal habitats, and thrilling rides - but after a few hot hours in the Disney jungle, it's nice to take a little break. These four great attractions let your party keep on touring while still offering folks the chance to sit down and rest for a few. Whether you just want to get off of your feet or you're looking for a climate controlled retreat, head to a viewing of these Animal Kingdom gems for a few minutes to refresh.

POSTED Thu, 01/28/2016 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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5 Reasons To Love Main Street U.S.A.

Main Street U.S.A is more then just the entrance to Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom, it's a land unto itself that offers shopping, dining, and entertainment options from the moment you set foot in Town Square. As guests move from beneath the train tracks and out into the Park they'll find a picturesque turn of the century town that keeps humming all day long. I had trouble narrowing it down to just a few, but here are 5 Reason To Love Main Street U.S.A.!

POSTED Tue, 01/26/2016 - 06:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Cruise Line: Deluxe Inside Cabin on the Disney Dream

When planning to take a Disney Cruise, one of the first things that travelers need to think about is their cabin space. What type of cabin should you book? Do you have to have an ocean view, or would it be OK to book on the inside? Cruise ships are famous for their tight quarters, and even though Disney's standard rooms are the largest in the industry, one should give a long hard thought to their stateroom needs. I like having my space, so I'll admit I was nervous when I booked onto my most recent Disney Cruise.

POSTED Mon, 01/25/2016 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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What We Love Most about Epcot’s Italy Pavilion

Epcot's Italy pavilion has always ranked in my top two or three favorite pavilions in World Showcase thanks in part to the overall beauty of the area. Also it's the closest I'll find myself to Venice (or any other spot in Italy) anytime soon.

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.