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POSTED Mon, 10/05/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Springs Extends Weekend Hours Starting October 9th, 2020

While I was in Walt Disney World last month the place that I took the most comfort was at Disney Springs. Despite the masks, temperature checks, and social distance guidelines being in place the sprawling shopping, dining, and entertainment complex gave me the greatest feeling of "normalcy." There I found that music played, crowds bustled, and restaurants welcomed guests to (current) capacity.

POSTED Wed, 09/23/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Magic Kingdom Holiday Merriment Reimagined In 2020

A reimagined holiday celebration will take place at Walt Disney World this year with running between November 27th and December 30th, 2020. Seasonal shows, decor, activities, treats, and merchandise will be sure to delight the senses of guests during this festive time in the Magic Kingdom and beyond.

POSTED Mon, 09/21/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Highlights From The EPCOT International Festival Of The Holidays Arrive In 2020

A reimagined holiday celebration will take place at Walt Disney World with select highlights from the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays running between November 27th and December 30th, 2020. Seasonal shows, activities, treats, and merchandise will be sure to delight the senses.

POSTED Tue, 09/15/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Some November Walt Disney World Park Hours Updates

If there is one thing we can count on at Disney right now, it's that everything is subject to change. Back in September operating hours at all four Disney World parks were reduced. It's not surprising with kids going back to school ini some form or another, September is typically a slower month. That being said, when the November calendar was revealed, it first appeared that these shortened hours would continue.

POSTED Sun, 05/31/2020 - 23:08 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Springs Closes Early Due To Curfew And A Message From Disney Leaders

Civil unrest occurring across the nation has prompted action from Disney as Orlando and Orange County institute a curfew following nights of rioting over the death of George Floyd. Disney Springs will be closing early until further notice to allow guests and cast members the ability to make it home in time. Disney Company leadership CEO Bob Chapek, Chairman of Disney Bob Iger, and Senior Vice President, Chief Diversity Officer of The Walt Disney Company Latondra Newton also released a joint statement to Cast Members regarding this time of civil unrest.

POSTED Fri, 03/27/2020 - 21:08 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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BREAKING NEWS Walt Disney World Extends Closures

This evening, after the stock market closed, the @DisneyParksNews twitter account released a statement that the Walt Disney World and Disneyland closures would be extended until further notice and Disney cast members (not including operating partners) would be paid through April 18, 2020.

POSTED Thu, 08/29/2019 - 11:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Details Revealed For Reflections - A Disney Lakeside Lodge

Amongst the plethora of news that came out of Disney's D23 Expo last weekend Bob Chapek, Chairman of Parks, Experiences and Products for the Walt Disney Company gave guests an all too brief look at the next Deluxe Resort and Disney Vacation Club property to be built at Walt Disney World - Reflections - A Disney Lakeside Lodge.

POSTED Thu, 08/29/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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An Exciting New Stories For The Disney Cruise Line

Bob Chapek took the stage at D23 Expo to share his thoughts about the exciting projects coming to the Disney Cruise Line. He told the massive audience gathered before the D23 stage and shared his belief that every Disney moment a guest has should bring their favorite stories to life in thrilling ways. The Disney Cruise Line is reaching for that vision with new ships, and a brand new port destination that is pure magic.

POSTED Wed, 08/28/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Opening Date

Details are trickling out about the highly anticipated Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios as part of the Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge expansion. Read on to discover why this new attraction is seriously ambitious, and worth every moment of anticipation as it readies to open on December 5th, 2019.

POSTED Tue, 08/27/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway Opening in 2020

At Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney Imagineers are getting ready to open Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway in 2020! You'll be invited to the Chinese Theatre where Mickey and Minnie will be hosting the premier of their newest film "Perfect Picnic." The theater serves as the magic portal through which guests will step from the human world directly into the cartoon world for one Goofy adventure aboard Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway.

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 Thu, 08/08/2013 - 10:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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5 Reasons We Love Disney’s Wilderness Lodge & Villas

The Resorts of Walt Disney World offer guests the opportunity to never leave the magic during their vacations, and with so many beautiful options to chose from there's sure to be a theme to fit everyone. If you're the rugged outdoorsy type who longs to spend their days exploring the wide open spaces of the Pacific Northwest then Disney's Wilderness Lodge & Villas may be just the place for you.

POSTED Wed, 08/07/2013 - 10:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Where to Find the Characters While Touring Epcot

I often hear people say that they don't think they'll take their kids to Epcot on a family trip to Walt Disney World because the kids would be "bored" since there's "nothing for kids" at Epcot.

I think it's safe to say we all know this isn't the case. From great attractions such as Soarin', Test Track, and of course The Seas with Nemo and Friends, to the Kidcot Fun Stops in each pavilion in World Showcase - there is definitely a lot for kids to do.

POSTED Tue, 08/06/2013 - 10:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Mobility Assistance Rentals for Walt Disney World Vacations

Walt Disney World is well known for its excellence in ADA accommodation for the mobility-impaired traveler. From ample parking and accessible queues, to wheelchair accessible transportation and guest assistance cards: few can argue the lengths Disney has gone to for their guests. For decades now the Parks of Walt Disney World have offered the ability to rent wheelchairs and electric convenience vehicles (ECV or Scooter) for the day to assist guests with physical disabilities in their touring.

POSTED Thu, 08/01/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Sail Around Mexico on the Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros

When you're looking for a ride where you can rest your weary feet for a few minutes, head over to the Mexico Pavilion and hop on the Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros. This nearly seven-minute boat ride takes guests on an adventure through Mexico as Jose Carioca and Panchito try to find their missing amigo, Donald Duck.

But before we board the boat, let's talk a little bit about the Mexico Pavilion.

POSTED Sun, 07/28/2013 - 10:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Limited Time Magic: Week 31

Are you ready for some monster sized summer treats? A little Limited Time Magic, to keep you cool on a hot summer day? Give it up for the Monstrous Eye-Scream Sundae at Magic Kingdom Park!

POSTED Tue, 07/23/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney's ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Is A Winning Sports Travel Destination

Did you know that Walt Disney World is one of the premier destinations for Sports Travel in the United States? As home to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, Disney hosts more than 350 events and 350,000 athletes each year. In fact it's the leading multi-sport venue for amateur and professional sports in the nation! The 255-acre complex is capable of accommodating 70 different sports utilizing multiple indoor and outdoor competition venues.

POSTED Mon, 07/22/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Take Aim at the Frontierland Shootin' Arcade

It wouldn't be the Wild West without a chance to try your hand at a little shootin'. At the Magic Kingdom's Frontierland Shootin' Arcade you can take aim at nearly 100 targets! The arcade is set back in a small courtyard, located inside an open fronted log cabin. The fun, interactive targets evoke the Boot Hill landscape in Tombstone, Arizona. Each target lights up, makes a sound, spins around, and triggers all sorts of action when successfully hit.

POSTED Sun, 07/21/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World Limited Time Magic: Week 30

Celebrate Christmas in July at Walt Disney World! Okay - so it's not a real Disney Christmas, but for a little Limited Time Magic the Walt Disney World Resort is thinking about the holidays and how to help you deck your halls.

POSTED Thu, 07/18/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Fun and Havoc In Muppet*Vision 3D

You've been spending a great day at Disney's Hollywood Studios, it's getting warm, crowds are getting bigger, pretty soon you and your family are hot, tired, and looking for a great place to duck out of the crowds and see a great show. head on over to Muppet*Vision 3D, for a fun romp with Jim Henson's original Muppets!

POSTED Wed, 07/17/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Head Out on a New Adventure as a Wilderness Explorer at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Just like Russell in Disney/Pixar's UP, young guests at the Animal Kingdom can become a Wilderness Explorer.

The Wilderness Explorer experience gives kids - and grown-ups - the opportunity to discover all the natural surroundings of the Animal Kingdom while working toward earning one or more of the more than 30 badges available.