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POSTED Thu, 11/16/2017 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Ring in the New Year at Walt Disney World Resort

If you're making plans to celebrate New Year's Eve at Walt Disney World there are several party options for adults and families. Disney's Contemporary Resort, the Atlantic Dance Hall, Flying Fish, and Mickey's Backyard BBQ are just a few spots where you can ring in 2018.

POSTED Sun, 10/15/2017 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Four Disney World Resort Hotels to Allow Dogs to Stay in Rooms

Four Walt Disney World Resort Hotels are part of a new pilot program that allows guests to bring their dogs to stay with them in the hotel rooms. This new program allows up to two dogs per room for an additional nightly fee. The hotels are: Yacht Club, Art of Animation, Port Orleans Riverside, and Fort Wilderness.

POSTED Fri, 09/29/2017 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Food News Round-up: Dates Extended for Highway in the Sky Dine Around, Mickey’s Backyard BBQ New Year’s Eve News, and More

Happy Friday! We're back with another Disney news round-up and this one is all about food! We have details on the Highway in the Sky Dine Around, New Year's Eve celebrations at Mickey's Backyard BBQ, and much more!

POSTED Wed, 09/20/2017 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-Up: Costume Guidelines from Disney, Typhoon Lagoon Reopens, and More

Welcome to another edition of our Disney news round-up! Today we have details on the costume guidelines for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, news on the reopening of Typhoon Lagoon after Hurricane Irma, and much more!

POSTED Tue, 09/12/2017 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Walt Disney World Resort Theme Parks Reopen After Hurricane Irma

The Walt Disney World Resort felt the force of Hurricane Irma Sunday night after the hurricane took a turn and headed north to Orlando. The theme parks were closed Sunday and Monday due to the storm, but the Resort hotels were full of guests riding out the wind and rain.

POSTED Fri, 09/08/2017 - 17:50 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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UPDATED: Disney World Announces Closures and Cancellations Ahead of Hurricane Irma

Hurricane Irma is continuing to churn through the warm waters of the Atlantic, heading toward south Florida. The Orlando area will likely feel the impacts of the storm later this weekend, and Disney World has announced several closures and cancellations ahead of the storm.

POSTED Wed, 09/06/2017 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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'Return to Sleepy Hollow' at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort

If you're looking for another fun way to celebrate Halloween at the Walt Disney World Resort, you'll want to check out the 'Return to Sleepy Hollow' event at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort. This special event is planned for several nights in September and October.

POSTED Mon, 03/27/2017 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-Up: FastPass+ Opens for Pandora Attractions, Check out the Theme Song for ‘Happily Ever After,’ and More

Happy Monday! We have some exciting news to report about Pandora - The World of Avatar at Disney's Animal Kingdom, plus Disney is giving guests a sneak preview of the theme song for the new nighttime spectacular at the Magic Kingdom.

POSTED Sun, 08/28/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Walt Disney World Resort Providing Free Insect Repellent as Part of Zika Prevention Plan

As the State of Florida deals with the growing threat of Zika, the mosquito-borne illness, the Walt Disney World Resort has announced plans to distribute free insect repellent at the theme parks.

POSTED Tue, 08/09/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Resort News Round-up: Stone Barriers Built around Seven Seas Lagoon, Holiday Season Discounts, and More

Happy Tuesday and welcome to another Disney news round up! There's a lot of news happening at the Walt Disney World Resort and we're going to take a look at some of the tops stories. Let's see what has been happening.

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POSTED Fri, 05/27/2011 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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5 Reasons to Stay at the Wilderness Lodge

The Wilderness Lodge is one of the most popular resorts at Walt Disney World. From the towering totem poles to the erupting geyser, the Wilderness Lodge is one of our favorite places to stay. Here are our 5 reasons to stay at the Wilderness Lodge on your next Disney visit.

POSTED Mon, 03/21/2011 - 05:08 | POSTED BY Bradley Johnson
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The Lawnmower Tree

Fort Wilderness Resort, located on Bay Lake near Wilderness Lodge and just past the old River Country water park, is one of the most historical locations in Walt Disney World.

One of the original "resorts" in the park, this campground, which has expanded now to include cabins, has its own following of dedicated fans, and is the site of many fan favorite attractions, like Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue and Trail's End Restaurant.

POSTED Fri, 02/25/2011 - 13:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Heptinstall
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Disney World campgrounds

Camping and Disney just kinda go together, don't you think? While some of us may not ever want to give up the luxury of a Disney World deluxe resort, others relish the idea of "roughing it" in an RV, cabin or tent.