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Disney Expects Sales of Infinity Game to Reach $1 Billion after 2.0 Version Launches this Fall

Less than a year after debuting, Disney Infinity is proving to be a huge hit for The Walt Disney Company.

Sales of the game are expected to reach $1 billion according to statements from Jimmy Pitaro, president of the company's interactive division.

The interactive video game allows players to mix and match Disney characters and the 2.0 version will launch this fall featuring the Marvel Super Heroes.

The Easter Bunny Arrives at the Magic Kingdom and Other Easter Events around Walt Disney World Resort

The Easter Bunny has arrived at the Magic Kingdom.

Mr. Bunny will be meeting and greeting guests in Town Square through April 20. He'll also make a pre-parade special appearance on April 19 and 20 with other spring characters and the Azalea Trail Maids.

And while meeting the Easter Bunny is "egg-citing," there are more events happening around the Walt Disney World Resort.

Easter “Egg” Hunts Planned for Epcot, Disneyland, and Disney California Adventure

April promises to be "egg-citing" for guests at Epcot, Disneyland, and Disney California Adventure.

Starting on April 10 and continuing through Easter Sunday, April 20, guests at those three theme parks can participate in the Egg-Stravaganza Easter Egg Hunt. This is the first year that Disneyland guests will have a chance to participate in the egg hunt.

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

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.

WestJet Debuts New ‘Magic Plane’ Featuring Sorcerer Mickey

WestJet recently unveiled its newest custom-painted aircraft and this one features Sorcerer Mickey and has been dubbed the "Magic Plane."

The aircraft was unveiled on December 2 by WestJet, WestJet Vacations, and Walt Disney Parks & Resorts (Canada) and made its inaugural flight on December 3 from Calgary to Orlando.

Disney Infinity Showing Strong Early Sales

Disney Infinity was released a little more than a month ago and is on its way to becoming a hit.

Close to 294,000 starter kits were sold in the month of August, according to stats released by a market research firm.

In Disney Infinity, players can mix and match their favorite Disney characters and those characters come to life and play together in a virtual "toy box." Players can build and customize their own virtual worlds using characters, settings, vehicles, and more.

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.

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!

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‘Star Wars’ Weekends Dates Announced for 2015

It's official! The dates for the 2015 Star Wars Weekends at Disney's Hollywood Studios have been announced. There's no word yet on what celebrities will be attending, but you can start planning your visit now.

Channel Your Inner Animator at The Magic of Disney Animation in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

If you have ever dreamed about working as a Disney animator there's an attraction at Disney's Hollywood Studios that should be added to your "must" list.

We're talking of course about The Magic of Disney's Animation. The attraction is located in the Animation Courtyard in a building that once housed Walt Disney Feature Animation Florida.

Top 6 Tips for Getting Autographs at Walt Disney World

Once upon a time in the Magic Kingdom guests didn't wait in a five-hour long line to meet a Disney princess and her sister the Queen of Arendelle. Way back in the old days, it seemed as if the Disney characters were free to roam the Kingdom and no one needed FastPass+ to see them. Ah, the good old days.

Now that has all changed. When you visit Walt Disney World today, you not only need a FastPass+ to meet some characters, but you should also be armed with an autograph book, reliable pen, and a whole lot of patience.

Meet a Cast of Characters at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Disney's Hollywood Studios is home to thrilling rides, exciting shows, and some of the best character meet-and-greets at Walt Disney World.

Sure, you can meet Anna and Elsa at the Magic Kingdom and you can say hello the many Disney princesses at Epcot, but if you're looking for movie stars from Disney's hit films and television shows, the Studios is the place to be.

Celebrate Summer at Disney’s Hollywood Studios with ‘Rock Your Summer Side’ Dance Party

Guests at Disney's Hollywood Studios can dance the night away this summer.

The park is celebrating summer with a 'Rock Your Summer Side' dance party every night from 6-10 p.m. through August 22.

The Hollywood Rockers will take the stage every night at the Sorcerer's Hat Icon Stage, entertaining guests with some of the greatest songs of summer.

The FREE MyDisneyExperience App Helps Keep Your Travel Plans On Hand

As we recently mentioned Guests who have planned their vacations ahead of time using the MyDisneyExperience website can keep all of the information in the palm of their hands with the free synchronized MyDisneyExperience Mobile App.

Disney Cruise Line Announces Very Merrytime Cruises for the 2014 Holiday Season

It might seem as if we just finished the winter holiday season, but if you're thinking about planning a Disney Cruise Line vacation for the 2014 holidays, listen up!

Disney Cruise Line just announced the events for the Very Merrytime Cruises taking place from late November through the end of December.

Anything is Possible When You ‘Dream Along With Mickey’ At The Magic Kingdom

While most people head to Epcot for great bands and music, the Magic Kingdom also offers some fun options to see a show, especially if you're traveling with younger guests. Since its debut in 2006, Mickey Mouse and friends have take to the Cinderella Castle Stage several times a day for the spectacular 'Dream Along with Mickey' show.

Walt Disney World Limited Time Magic: Week 28

Experience Mickey's America Streetbeat for some Limited Time Magic at Epcot's America Gardens Theater! From July 8 to July 14, 2013 classic Disney Characters like Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and Donald come together with a brilliant and energetic troupe of young performers.