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POSTED Fri, 08/23/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Walt Disney World Announces 2013 Candlelight Processional Narrators

Walt Disney World has announced the list of narrators for the 2013 Candlelight Processional and this list includes names like Neil Patrick Harris, Whoopi Goldberg, and James Denton.

POSTED Wed, 08/21/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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2014 Walt Disney World Marathon Sells Out

Less than four months after registration opened, the 2014 Walt Disney World Marathon has sold out, making it one of the fastest marathon sell-outs in runDisney history.

More than 26,000 registered runners are set to participate in the Disney Marathon Weekend on January 8-12, 2014, with 13,500 signed up to run the 26.2 miles that make up the marathon.

POSTED Mon, 07/29/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Celebrate Halloween on the High Seas with Disney Cruise Line

We all know Halloween is a special time at the Disney Parks with Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party and Halloween Time, but now the celebration heads to the seas on Disney Cruise Line spooky and fun holiday events.

POSTED Tue, 07/23/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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New Hidden Mickey Pins Arriving at Disney Parks This Month

The next collection of the 2013 Hidden Mickey pins are being released later this month at Disneyland and the Walt Disney World Resort.

If you don't know what the Hidden Mickey Pins are, they're given to cast members to use for pin trading with guests and each pin features a small Mickey Mouse icon. The pins sets are different at Disneyland and Walt Disney World, so if you're lucky enough to make it to both coasts you might have quite a collection!

POSTED Mon, 07/22/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Tinker Bell Half Marathon Sold Out, Other Races Filling Up Quickly

If you're planning on running any races during the Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend or the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend, you better run to your computers and register now.

The Tinker Bell Half Marathon sold out within two days after registration opened, and the Glass Slipper Challenge and Enchanted 10K race during the Princess Half Marathon Weekend at Walt Disney World are also sold out.

POSTED Tue, 07/16/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Disney World’s Candlelight Processional Dining Packages on Sale Now

The Candlelight Processional Dining Packages for 2013 are now on sale!

Presented this year from November 29 through December 31, the Candlelight Processional is performed three times each night (5 p.m., 6:45 p.m., and 8:15 p.m.), and includes the telling of the Christmas story by a celebrity narrator who is accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra, and a choir of Disney cast members and special guests.

POSTED Sun, 07/14/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World Limited Time Magic: Week 29

Long-Lost Friends week is back for some more Limited Time Magic at the Walt Disney World Resort!

POSTED Thu, 07/11/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Disney Pulling All Refrigerators from Resort Hotel Rooms

If you are counting on that in-room fridge on your next stay at a Disney resort, be prepared to be disappointed.

It's being reported by Stitch Kingdom that Disney has announced plans to remove all refrigerators from all resort rooms at The Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, and Aulani Resort. The reason for the removals appears to be a possible manufacturer's defect.

POSTED Mon, 07/08/2013 - 15:27 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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2013 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Menu Updates from Disney Food Blog

Head on over to the Disney Food Blog today for the latest coverage on the 2013 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival! Not only are there new menu selections up, but some beautiful pictures of the newest culinary delights to be shared by the Festival Chefs. DFB has 15 new items listed that will tempt you to plan your Food and Wine Festival trip today!

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.

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 Mon, 04/13/2015 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Can’t-Miss Attractions and More at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Disney's Animal Kingdom is a theme park that you grow to love. It's always hot, sometimes hard to navigate, and if you don't give it a chance you might not appreciate it for what it is: an absolutely gorgeous theme park. There are quite a few incredible, must-do attractions (and more) at the Animal Kingdom and it's time to show them some well-deserved love.

POSTED Fri, 04/10/2015 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk

Try A Mixology Class on the Disney Dream

The Disney Cruise Line is famous for the classic decor of its ships, the unique food program, Broadway style entertainment, and of course the wonderful Disney Characters. DCL's ships sail from ports around the world and Disney offers Port Adventures that combine quality and fun. But what's grown-up Guest to do on a sea day, or just one that they don't feel like getting off the ship? How about taking a Mixology Seminar!

POSTED Thu, 04/09/2015 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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5 Ways To Upgrade Your Walt Disney World Resort Accommodations

The Walt Disney World is a wonderful place to take a vacation for families, and offers guest rooms to suit a wide variety of budgets. Many Disney fans have a "go to" resort when they travel, but if you want to make your next trip a little different, why not consider upgrading your room! Though there are travelers that don't pay a lot of attention to their hotel room, I'm a girl that loves a luxurious resort, so check out these five fabulous ideas to upgrade your Disney Hotel Room

POSTED Wed, 04/08/2015 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Star Wars Weekends Celebrity Guests Announced

In less than one month, Star Wars Weekends will open its doors once again in the beautiful Florida sunshine at Disney's Hollywood Studios. As the event approaches, more and more surprises and news is filtering out from Walt Disney World about all of the galactic happenings. Now we have the official list of all of the celebrity attendees showing up and Star Wars Weekend this year, and it is very impressive indeed.

POSTED Mon, 04/06/2015 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth at the Magic Kingdom’s Main Street Confectionery

The next time you're visiting the Magic Kingdom and you just have to buy something sweet to satisfy your sweet tooth, we suggest stopping by the Main Street Confectionery. It's our favorite spot to stop morning, noon, or night for some of the best goodies at the Magic Kingdom.

POSTED Thu, 04/02/2015 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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D-Tech Me Returns to Star Wars Weekends At Disney’s Hollywood Studios

I'm not afraid to admit it; I always wanted to be a Jedi. I am a big Star Wars geek and any chance I get to imagine what it would be like to walk the halls of the Millennium Falcon or travel to the ruins of the Jedi Temple, I take it. With luck, today's little tidbit from Star Wars Weekends only brings me closer to my dream.

POSTED Wed, 04/01/2015 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World With Tweens, Teens, and Grown-up Kids

As a mother of "grown-up" kids, I am frequently confronted with parents of teenagers asking me how I raised my kids to still love Disney when it's like pulling teeth to get theirs to go. The answer to that is actually pretty easy, I've always worked hard to make sure that my kids thought of Disney as "their place," too.

POSTED Tue, 03/31/2015 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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20+ Tips for Visiting Walt Disney World's Epcot Theme Park

The Walt Disney World Resort offers a variety of theme parks and adventures for its Guests to enjoy on their vacations. My whole family always enjoys their time at Epcot, which many people consider the most "Grown-up" of the Parks. With a Park this size though, you have got to go in with a plan. I've gathered together some tips and tricks from Disney experts to share how regulars tackle a day at this Disney Theme Park.

POSTED Mon, 03/30/2015 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Tokyo Dining is the Spot for Great Views of World Showcase and Good Sushi

Epcot's World Showcase is home to quite a few great dining locations and one of the top spots has to be Tokyo Dining, especially if you're a fan of sushi. Not only will you enjoy a lovely lunch or dinner here but if you're lucky enough to snag a window seat you'll have an incredible view of World Showcase. And if you dine here at night, that means a front row seat for IllumiNations.

POSTED Mon, 03/23/2015 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Curb Your Craving for Italian Food at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant in the Magic Kingdom

When you're making plans to visit the Magic Kingdom and you're also thinking about making an Advance Dining Reservations for a unique and fun spot to eat we suggest checking out Tony's Town Square Restaurant. This Italian restaurant is home to charming decor, great outdoor seating, and some good Italian fare too.