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POSTED Sun, 09/18/2011 - 01:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Disney Fined $69,000 by OSHA for Safety Violations

OSHA has cited and fined Walt Disney World for safety violations following the March death of a worker on the Animal Kingdom ride Primeval Whirl.

Russell Roscoe, a maintenance employee, was killed by one of the ride's vehicles in March as he was working on the roller coaster. The Primeval Whirl, originally closed in January for refurbishment, remained closed after the accident.

POSTED Mon, 09/12/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Animal Kingdom's Newest Elephant Joins Herd on Savanna

Not too long ago, we brought you a story about the Animal Kingdom welcoming a a new baby elephant. Now, it looks like the baby has joined the herd on the park's savanna - which could mean a glimpse of the little fellow for guests.

POSTED Wed, 08/31/2011 - 10:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Animal Kingdom Family Welcomes Baby Elephant

Heading to Disney's Animal Kingdom in the future? Keep your eyes peeled for the newest member of the park's elephant family. A new male calf was born into the herd on August 24.

The male elephant's birth is the sixth to occur at the Animal Kingdom. He weighs in at 311 pounds and joins a seven-year-old big sister Kianga and their mother Vasha.

The baby is a result of the artificial insemination of Vasha in October 2009. It's reported that Vasha received "excellent pre-natal care" that included monitoring around the clock since early August.

Currently, the baby remains unnamed.

POSTED Wed, 08/17/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Disney Names New DVC Exec

Just a few days ago, we reported that Disney had let go its top DVC executive. It looks like they now have a replacement in Claire Bilby.

Ms. Bilby was appointed by Disney as the senior vice president of the Disney Vacation Club on Monday. The announcement came about three days after Disney fired the previous president Jim Lewis as well as two other executives. Financial difficulties concerning Aulani, a Hawaiian-based Disney resort set to open soon, may have lead to the dismissal of the executives and appointment of the experienced Ms. Bilby to the position.

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 Thu, 07/21/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Jiko Named One of the Nation's Best Wine Restaurants

Congratulations are in order to Jiko - The Cooking Place for making Wine Enthusiast magazine's top 100 list of best wine and fine dining restaurants in the United States.

The Animal Kingdom Lodge's African-inspired restaurant boasts an impressive, award-winning wine list that features a large collection of South African vintage wines.

A few more Florida restaurants made the list as well, including Prime One Twelve in South Beach, Hakkasan at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach, Bern's Steak House in Tampa, Baires Grill in South Beach and Angle Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton in Palm Beach.

POSTED Tue, 07/19/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Celebrate International Year of the Forests at Animal Kingdom

2011 is the International Year of Forests, as declared by the United Nations General Assembly, and Disney's Animal Kingdom will help celebrate this in a special festival Wednesday, July 27.

The International Year of Forests brings to light ways to manage, conserve and develop forests. The celebration at the AK later this month will extend on this theme, giving guests a chance to "discover the wonders of forests and learn more about the variety of wildlife that depend on them."

POSTED Thu, 06/09/2011 - 09:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Primeval Whirl To Remain Closed Throughout Summer

The Primeval Whirl roller coaster in Disney's Animal Kingdom is expected to remain closed until September. The ride, which was initially closed in January for refurbishment, has been the subject of a federal investigation following the death of a park mechanic in March of this year.

Russell Roscoe, 52, was struck while working on the ride March 13 and died after suffering massive head injuries. Since that time, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has been conducting an investigation into the ride and the worker's death.

POSTED Wed, 04/06/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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25 Percent Off Dining at Walt Disney World and Disneyland

Who doesn't like saving time and money, especially when it comes to dining at the Disney parks? Back by popular demand is a voucher good for 25% off of select quick-service restaurants at both Disney World and Disneyland during the busy week of April 17-23, 2011.

This week, one of the busiest in the parks, can make for long waits during peak dining times; the voucher encourages diners to eat on "off" or "down" times for lunch and dinner. The fine print? You must purchase an entree and also must eat before 11:30 a.m. for lunch or between 3:00-4:30 p.m. for dinner.

POSTED Thu, 12/02/2010 - 05:32 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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Is Australia Coming to the Animal Kingdom?

G'day, mate! Disney cast members at the Animal Kingdom may have some Aussie lingo to learn in the future as rumors surface about a possible expansion at that park.

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POSTED Mon, 04/16/2012 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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It's the Walt Disney World Marathon's 20th Anniversary

Coming in 2013 the Walt Disney World Marathon will be celebrating it's 20th Anniversary Race during a fun filled weekend of activities for all ages. Race weekend (January 10th-13th, 2013) hosts fun events for families to enjoy that stress the importance of physical fitness for every age.

POSTED Tue, 03/13/2012 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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5 Popular Photos to Get at Disney's Animal Kingdom

Today we continue our series on "must have" pictures. The park of the day is Disney's Animal Kingdom. Now, I admit that I've spent limited time in this park, but I've taken a few shots themes with that I seem to see over and over in the Disney Blog-o-sphere. These suggestions for traditional shots are just the beginning of wonderful pictures that can be taken at this great park.

POSTED Tue, 01/31/2012 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Three Fantastic African Safaris at Walt Disney World Resort

Kilimanjaro Safaris, located at Disney's Animal Kingdom is one of the parks most popular regular attractions. A favorite for guests of all ages, it takes on a trip through the Harambe Wildlife Reserve. You can board a rugged open-sided safari vehicle that will transport you on a unique expedition snaking through a wildlife preserve where with a little Disney magic the animals seemingly roam free. You'll be treated to up close views of cheetah, giraffe, zebras, lions, rhinos and elephants just to name a few.

POSTED Fri, 12/16/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Afternoon Respite at Animal Kingdom's Dawa Bar

Where can you find a great place in Disney's Animal Kingdom to kick back and relax with a drink? Why not try the perennial fan favorite, the Dawa Bar. "Dawa" means "medicine" in Swahili and the mystical concoctions that are mixed up here could surely cure the stress of a crowded Theme Park. The Dawa Bar first-rate bartenders and staff help to make this a genuine little oasis in the middle of madness.

POSTED Fri, 11/11/2011 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Sanaa Lounge at Disney Animal Kingdom Lodge Kidani Village

Tucked in the rock work on the ground floor of Animal Kingdom Lodge's Kidani Village Lobby sits the creative and magical Disney restaurant Sanaa. As you enter the restaurant, just past the check in desk to the left sits the small, cozy Sanaa Lounge. The lounge has dim lighting, a wall of banquette seating with low round tables, and high chairs along the bar.

POSTED Tue, 11/08/2011 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Package Pick Up at Walt Disney World Theme Parks

You don't have to worry about schlepping your bags and packages along with you while shopping your way through Walt Disney World. Disney offers several options to make your touring run smoothly without having to worry about your precious gifts and mementos.

POSTED Tue, 10/11/2011 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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Disney Vacation Club

The Disney Vacation Club is a great way to own a piece of Disney and get to stay at some incredible resorts. DVC is Disney's version of a vacation ownership program where members buy in at a certain number of points and then have the flexibility to travel where and when they want.

While most people are probably already familiar with DVC there are probably at least few that aren't (don't worry I didn't know a whole lot either.) So I set out to learn a little more about the DVC and share it with you all!

POSTED Mon, 08/29/2011 - 17:14 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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Iconic Photo Spots at Disney World

Everywhere you look at Disney people are taking pictures. Some take pictures of every detail, but most folks don't miss getting those iconic Disney World photos. So I decided to compile a list of some of the most well-known photo spots in Disney World so that you wouldn't miss a beat next time you are at Disney.

POSTED Mon, 08/15/2011 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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5 Reasons to Stay at the Animal Kingdom Lodge

Wake up, walk out onto your balcony, and take in views of an African savanna. This is just the beginning of the many amazing possibilities that await you at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge.

Here are 5 reasons why you should consider staying at the Animal Kingdom Lodge on your next visit.

POSTED Fri, 07/29/2011 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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Favorite Thing To Do in Animal Kingdom [Facebook Fans]

We asked our Facebook fans what is their favorite thing to do in Animal Kingdom and we got some great responses!