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2016 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Expanded to 90 Days

The 2016 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival has been expanded to 90 days and is scheduled to run from March 2 through May 30. Next year's festival will once again feature the Outdoor Kitchens, topiaries, gardens, and the Garden Rocks concert series

Check out the 2015 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Merchandise

The 2015 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival is in full bloom at Epcot from now through May 17 and we have details on the new merchandise created just for the event. Guests can enjoy the beautiful flowers, dine on great food at the Outdoor Kitchens, and go home with some incredible merchandise too.

22nd Annual Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Set for March 4 through May 17, 2015

If the winter blues have already taken over in your part of the country, there's a good reason to 'think spring!' The dates for the 2015 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival have been announced and the park will be in full bloom for 75 days.

Stop and Smell the Roses This Valentine's Day at Magic Kingom

While this story isn't exactly breaking Disney news, in honor of Valentine's Day, we thought we'd highlight this story about the award-winning roses at the Magic Kingdom.

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Saturday Style: Spring In Wonderland

You can learn a lot of things from the flowers, and one of them is that vibrant color is always in order for Spring. Step out of those Winter blues in this pretty retro dress by Wendy Bird. The peach floral jacquard fabric is embellished with modern touches like a contrasting waistline and pockets. I do love a dress with pockets!

Where To Find Tinker Bell In The Magic Kingdom

Since 1953 Tinker Bell has been delighting Disney fans with her sassy attitude and spritely spirit. Widely regarded as a symbol for Disney magic, Peter Pan's Fairy friend holds a special place in the Disney history. As such, there are plenty of opportunities for fairy fans to get a glimpse of this beloved character.

Saturday Style: Happliy Ever After

Today's pretty spring ensemble was put together as an homage to the stunning wedding dress in Disney's live action movie Cinderella. In the movie costume designer Sandy Powell "wanted the costumes to be bold and have an explosion of color as if it were a picture book," but the wedding dress had to embody modesty and pure heart of Cinderella.

Fresh Floral Lei Share the Aloha Spirit at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

One of the most loved customs of the Polynesian Islands is that of the lei that are used to adorn the body with garlands of flowers, leaves, shells, seeds, nuts, and feathers. In Hawai'i there is a rich lei tradition where they are used to show respect and honor, or merely symbolize the aloha spirit. Beautiful lei are worn with very few rules; anyone can wear lei for any reason - no special occasion needed.

Walt Disney World Is A Horticultural Wonderland All Year Long

The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival is well under way at Walt Disney World - but did you realize that the property of a horticultural wonderland all year long? We've gathered together some of our favorite reasons that this vacation kingdom is the best place to bring your green thumbed family any season.

An Intimate Dining Experience at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa

There is a little known gem in Walt Disney World called an Intimate or Private Dining Experience at the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. I first learned about it here on the WDW for grown ups forum (which I would encourage everyone to join as its a great source of information, and everyone is super friendly!), I saw another member mention it and as it was something I had never heard of, I asked some questions to find out more.

Disney Celebrates “Oh, the Places You’ll Go” at the 124th Rose Parade

The 124th Rose Parade on January 1, 2013, marks 75 years of the Walt Disney Company's involvement with the Pasadena, California New Year's Day institution.

Epcot's Canada Pavilion: Victoria Gardens

The Victoria Gardens can be found at Epcot in the Canada Pavilion. Guests stroll through it after exiting O' Canada! and admire it charming the sides of the walkway that leading to Le Cellier Steakhouse. In my opinion it's one of the prettiest spots in all of Epcot and maybe even all of Walt Disney World. Yet, set down and back away from the World Showcase promenade as it is, many people walk right by.

Italy in Epcot: The 'Campanile di San Marco'

The design of Epcot's Italy Pavilion was created to showcase hallmarks of Italian architecture. The pavilion is modeled after St. Mark's Square in Venice with the large tower in the central plaza representing a one-fifth scale model of the 'Campanile di San Marco', the Bell tower of St Mark from the classic Italian city of Venice.

Bring the Love Home with Disney Valentines Day Magic

It's almost that time again where spouses, couples, and companions look to find the perfect something for their beloved. Saint Valentine's Day (February 14th) is fast approaching! Candy and flowers and jewelry are the norm, but which to chose for your unique Disney fan? No worries, Disney's Enchanted Florist can help with selections to be delivered both at Walt Disney World Resort or right to your front door at home.