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POSTED Wed, 04/10/2013 - 20:53 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Celebrate Animal Kingdom’s 15th Anniversary on Earth Day, April 22

Disney's Animal Kingdom - the largest animal theme park in the world - opened to the public on Earth Day, April 22, 1998. This year marks the park's 15th anniversary and there's a "wild" celebration planned.

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.

POSTED Wed, 01/23/2013 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Cruise Line 2014 Itineraries Begin in Florida

Disney Cruise Line has announced it's sailing dates and itineraries for the 2014 season! The white sand beaches and beautiful blue waters of Castaway Cay will take center stage during the first half of the year as all four Disney ships sailing from Florida ports. The Disney Magic will return to Port Canaveral, Fla., joining the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy, while the Disney Wonder makes it's home in Miami.

POSTED Mon, 06/11/2012 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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D23 Planning Celebration of Epcot's 30th Anniversary

Epcot is going to turn the big three-oh this year, and D23 is gearing up to celebrate the milestone this fall. The official Disney fan club will host a variety of activities revolving around Epcot's 30th anniversary September 30, 2012.

POSTED Thu, 06/07/2012 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Epcot to Celebrate World Oceans Day Friday

Guests can head over to The Seas with Nemo and Friends at Epcot on Friday, June 8, to participate in Disney's observation of World Oceans Day.

POSTED Tue, 05/29/2012 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Highland Games Tournament Coming To Epcot This Summer

"Brave - The Highland Tournament Games" are coming to the Rose Walk in Epcot this summer. Starting June 1, Epcot will be hosting a series of kid friendly games based on its newest flick "Brave."

A number of activities will be available for kid participation, including a Mini Caber Toss, a Cake Toss, a Haggis Flip and archery. There also will be a kids' playground.

The real reason this story is mentioned on this Walt Disney World for Grownups site is the Rose Walk, where the games are planned to be held, will also be a site for enhanced wireless access.

POSTED Sun, 07/31/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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2011 Walt Disney World Foodie Fest Coming in October

What's better than noshing your way through Walt Disney World? Hanging out with others who are of the same mind frame. Scheduled for October, this year's WDW Foodie Fest has some neat activities planned to coincide with Epcot's International Food and Wine Fest.

The Foodie Fest with kick off with its "Main Event" on Sunday, October 2 at Ariel's at Disney's Beach Club Resort. This event is set to run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and includes a scavenger hunt throughout Epcot's World Showcase. Those who don't want to go on the hunt can still enjoy games and food at Ariel's.

POSTED Sat, 07/30/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Celebrate the Cotton-Top Tamarin This August at Animal Kingdom

Disney's Animal Kingdom will be celebrating the cotton-top tamarin during all of August. Turns out, the adorable one-pound monkey has its own Columbian national holiday on August 15, so the AK is turning it into a month-long celebration.

Rafiki's Planet Watch will be the site of activities planned around the monkey. All ages will be able to participate in learning more about the tamarin's behavior and biology as well as how scientists study the tamarin and efforts to save this endangered species. In addition, guests can pick up moves to the cotton-top tamarin dance!

POSTED Sat, 06/18/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Details Emerge Regarding Food & Wine Fest

The International Food & Wine Festival at Epcot is a guest-favorite, and this year it's back with a few new flavors. This year's theme for the ever-popular fest is "Passport to a World of Flavors."

POSTED Mon, 06/06/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Disney Swan and Dolphin to Host 4th of July Family Event

Looking to make plans around Walt Disney World for this upcoming 4th of July? Check out the Swan and Dolphin's first-ever Stars and Stripes Celebration.

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POSTED Mon, 04/29/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Magical Updates Announced for the Disney Magic

The Disney Magic is headed to dry dock in September and will emerge one month later with some magical and "Marvel-ous" updates.

POSTED Wed, 04/03/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Rafiki’s Planet Watch at Disney's Animal Kingdom

Did you know that Disney's Animal Kingdom is an active participant in Species Survival Plans for dozens of endangered animals? The role of promoting species conservation is something they take seriously, and hand in hand with other zoological facilities, wildlife organizations and government agencies Disney works hard towards rehabilitation and reintroduction of endangered and threatened species. Climb Aboard the Wildlife Express Train to Rafiki's Planet Watch on your next visit to Disney's Animal Kingdom for a closer look.

POSTED Thu, 03/28/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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The History of Disney's Castaway Cay

When sailing out of Port Canaveral, Castaway Cay (pronounced "Key') is a port of call that always has Disney Cruise Line Guests clamoring for more time on shore. It's white sand beaches and swaying palms offer an enticing day of swimming, snorkeling, and island activities.

POSTED Sun, 03/24/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World Limited Time Magic: Week 13

Spring is blooming all over, at least it is if you're at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida during Spring Fling! This weeklong Easter celebration is a Limited Time Magic event that only runs from March 25 through March 31, 2013 so hop on over and enjoy some of the exciting seasonal experiences and activities Disney has instore for you!

POSTED Mon, 02/18/2013 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Mouse Vault: A Vinylmation Resource App

If you've been to the Disney Parks in the past several years, you've probably seen displays of Mickey-shaped plastic figurines decorated to look like other other characters, rides, or seemingly random colorful designs. Those little plastic Mickeys are called Vinylmations. They can be bought or traded at Disney parks and Disney stores in several countries.

POSTED Thu, 11/08/2012 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World's Bay Lake

Across the Water Bridge from the Seven Seas Lagoon and behind Disney's Contemporary Resort is the beautiful Bay Lake. A natural body of water with two small islands Bay Lake is about one mile across and 35 feet deep. When Walt Disney and his staff were searching for property in Florida to but Walt Disney World, Bay Lake was one of the reasons that they chose the spot they did. Walt believed that it was an attractive feature that would add amenities and value to his guests.

POSTED Mon, 10/22/2012 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Festival of the Masters at Downtown Disney

It's almost time again for the art world to descend upon Downtown Disney and show off their vision and creativity. The Festival of the Masters presented by Michaels is happening Nov. 9 through 11, 2012. This vibrant, open-air art festival held each fall features more than 200 award-winning artists from across the country. The world-renowned show is a highly anticipated annual event for guests, artists, collectors and art lovers alike.

POSTED Thu, 08/30/2012 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Cruise Line's Castaway Ray’s Stingray Adventure

Disney Cruise Line guests clamor for all the time they can get relaxing and enjoying the Caribbean air on DCL's private island, Castaway Cay. When not soaking up the sun or enjoying a meal of delicious BBQ, one of the most popular activities with island guests is the exciting opportunity to swim and interact with Southern Stingrays in a private lagoon.

POSTED Mon, 08/13/2012 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Food Blog Mini-Guide to the 2012 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival e-Book

For everyone that's headed down to the 2012 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival, I have one "must" piece of advice for you. Head on over to the Disney Food Blog Store right now and download the Disney Food Blog Mini-Guide to the 2012 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival e-Book. It's over 160 pages of need to know information from the reigning expert on all things food at the Walt Disney World Resort, AJ Wolfe

POSTED Tue, 06/19/2012 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Rent a Surrey Bike at Disney's Boardwalk Resort

Though we all love touring the Parks, many people schedule days off into their vacations, especially when they'll be traveling for an extended period of time. If you're looking something to do on your non-park day, why head over to the Epcot Resort Area. At Disney's Boardwalk Resort you can rent a Surrey Bike and go for a ride!