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MyMagic+ Continuing to Transform Walt Disney World Experience for Guests

The Walt Disney World Resort is still in the midst of the "test and adjust" phase of MyMagic+ but guests have been able to take advantage of some changes brought about by MyMagic+.

The MyDisneyExperience.com mobile app and website allows guests to plan their vacation at home and make changes on the go in the parks. The app features itinerary tools and gives guests the ability to scheduled FastPass+ reservations in advance or on the day of their visit.

Disney Changes Policy Regarding Upgrades to Third-Party Tickets

Following the recent ticket price increase at the Walt Disney World Resort, guests are finding that they can no longer upgrade third-party tickets without incurring additional charges.

According to an update at AllEars.net, "third-party tickets can no longer be upgraded to passes at a pro-rated rate, have days added on, or have options added at a discount."

The 'Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade' Debuts at the Magic Kingdom

After months of anticipation the 'Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade' debuted at the Magic Kingdom on March 9.

The parade is a celebration of Fantasyland and features nearly 100 performers and Disney characters in addition nine floats that will travel down Main Street U.S.A. to an all-new soundtrack composed by Mark Hammond " who is known for his work on World of Color of Disney California Adventure

Anna and Elsa to Meet Guests at Princess Fairytale Hall Beginning April 20

The Princess Fairytale Hall in the Magic Kingdom is getting two new royal residents.

Anna and Elsa will be joining the other Disney royals in Fairytale Hall beginning next month.

The Frozen sisters have been meeting guests at a special location in Epcot's Norway Pavilion for the past couple of months.

Disney Centerpiece One of the Six New Boutiques Opening Inside the Marketplace Co-Op in Downtown Disney

The Marketplace Co-Op is scheduled to open later this spring in the Downtown Disney Marketplace, and one of the boutiques guests will find inside is Disney Centerpiece.

The Co-Op is billed as a "testing laboratory" for Disney merchandise and will feature six different boutiques including Beautifully Disney, Cherry Tree Lane, D-Tech on Demand, The Trophy Room, and Zoey and Pickles.

Several Walt Disney World Resort Hotels will No Longer Offer Boat Rentals for Guests

Guests at several Walt Disney World Resort hotels will no longer be able to rent Sea Raycers, mouse boats, or pontoon boats for recreation purposes.

As of March 2 these watercraft are no longer available at Port Orleans Riverside, Old Key West Resort, Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa, and Caribbean Beach.

Disney Parks Announces ‘Rock Your Disney Side’ Summer Kick-Off Celebration

Disney is planning the ultimate summertime kick-off party with a 24-hour bi-coastal celebration just before Memorial Day Weekend in May.

After assembling 140 Disney characters in a very large hashtag at Walt Disney World, Disney announced the 'Rock Your Disney Side: 24 Hours' party via Twitter.

Refurbishment Project announced for the Magic Kingdom’s Central Plaza

One of the most congested areas at the Magic Kingdom, the Central Plaza, is about to go through a major refurbishment project.

Disney recently announced that the "hub" between the end of Main Street U.S.A. and Cinderella Castle is going to be expanded with several new elements including gardens, additional pathways, restaurant seating, and a special viewing area for fireworks.

Braille Menus to Be Available for Guests at Select Restaurants in Disney World and Disneyland

Beginning March 1, both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort will be offering Braille menus for guests with visual disabilities.

Our friends at the Disney Food Blog broke this news in late February.

Professional and Amateur Sports Call Walt Disney World Home this spring

It's shaping up to be a sports-filled spring at the Walt Disney World Resort.

The Atlanta Braves started spring training in mid-February at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, and will be playing 17 home games starting February 26 against the Detroit Tigers.

The Tigers return to Orlando on March 2 and March 21, while the New York Yankees face the Braves on March 19. The Washington Nationals come to Disney three times in March and the New York Mets will play the Braves on March 3 and 23.

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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Take The Ballyhoo Tour at at Disney’s Boardwalk Inn & Villas

During a recent stay at Disney's Boardwalk Inn & Villas Resort at Walt Disney World, my husband and I took part in the Boardwalk Ballyhoo guided tour. The tour takes place in and around the Boardwalk resort and surrounding area. It is a free tour and available to anyone who wishes to learn about the Atlantic City era and where the Disney Imagineers got their inspiration for the Boardwalk Resort.

A Few of Our Favorite Things about Epcot’s Future World

Epcot has in recent years become our second-favorite theme park at the Walt Disney World Resort. While the Magic Kingdom will always hold that top spot for nostalgic reasons, if given the choice we're headed to Epcot first every time.

Frightfully Fun Facts about Walt Disney World’s Haunted Mansion

Ghosts and ghouls gleefully cavort throughout the day and night in Walt Disney World's famous Haunted Mansion, while the Guests queue up over and over again to hop aboard a doom-buggy and join the fun. Since the Magic Kingdom's opening day in 1971 this pillar of Liberty Square has sparked imaginations and beckoned to the darker side in all of us.

Take A Break On The Walt Disney World Railroad

At some point in just about everyone's day at the Magic Kingdom they hit a wall. It's that point of time when the whole party needs to sit down and take a bit of a break, it may not be time to head back to the hotel yet, but it's certainly time to rest, regroup, and figure out what's next. So where's a great place for the Grown-up to regroup while the younger folks still have the fun of a ride? Why not take your break on the Walt Disney World Railroad?

Top 5 Things To Love about Epcot’s Mexico Pavilion

Epcot's World Showcase is one of our favorite spots to spend an afternoon (or three) when visiting the Walt Disney World Resort. There is always something new and fun to discover, but there are also tried and true favorites in each pavilion. Today we're heading to one of our favorite spots, the Mexico pavilion.

5 Reasons to Love Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

Disney's Coronado Springs Resort isn't always the first choice of families headed down to Walt Disney World due to out of the way location and busy convention space. That's a pity though, because this Disney Resort gem has a lot to offer its guests! From the full service feeling at check in to the truly chic resort rooms, Disney's Coronado Spring truly holds its own. In no particular order, here's 5 great reasons to love this hotel!

5 Reasons To Love Frontierland

Continuing to make our way around the Magic Kingdom, the next stop on our 5 Reasons To Love Tour is Frontierland! So round-up your partners and get ready for five fantastic reasons that Frontierland is a Walt Disney World place we love.

DFB Podcast Episode #23 Is All About What's #OnTheList

We are excited to let you know that the Episode #23 of the DFB Podcast is out! Every now and again our fearless here at Walt Disney World for Grown-ups, sits down with AJ Wolfe of Disney Food Blog fame to chat it up about all things Disney Food! During this 22 minute audio episode listeners will get to hear some of the latest some news coming out of the Parks this past week, as well as get into some exciting #OnTheList business!

Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular at Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party

Every fall there's one thing that you can be sure of, I am sure to be singing the praises of Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. It's just a great family event that adds a little extra flair to your Walt Disney World vacation. As we mentioned on Tuesday when we talked about treats, the party is now in full swing for the spooky season and we're talking about the brand new stage show.