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POSTED Wed, 10/03/2012 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Melinda Gregory
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News Tidbits: Animal Guides and New Home for Marie

Here are a couple of news tidbits for those of you heading out to the parks soon that have to do with Disney's Animal Kingdom and an Epcot character meet and greet.

First up, the next time you find yourself at AK, check out the new animal guides. Found at the main entrance, the tip board and Mombasa Marketplace, the animal guides should cover most animals found within AK. These guides look to be in a trial phase which began just the other day (October 1) and should be available through November 30.

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POSTED Fri, 04/26/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Kick Off a ‘Monstrous Summer’ With 24 Hours at the Magic Kingdom

Walt Disney World Resort will kick off a Monstrous Summer by keeping three theme parks open for 24 nonstop hours on Memorial Day Weekend. The Magic Kingdom Park in Florida and Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park will be open to guests from 6 a.m. local, May 24 to 6 a.m. local May 25, 2013.

POSTED Sun, 04/21/2013 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World Limited Time Magic: Week 17

There's a party going on and you're all invited! April April 22 to April 28, 2013 Walt Disney World Resort is celebrating the 15th Anniversary of Disney's Animal Kingdom Park by throwing a "Party for the Planet." Come join the festivities centered around this Earth Week event and meet some of your favorite Disney Characters, purchase collectable merchandise, then try out some sweet treats!

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 Wed, 11/07/2012 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Tips for Magic Kingdom Parade Watching

What time is the 3 o'clock parade is a popular question cast members at the Magic Kingdom are asked over and over again. In fact, they've even made a t-shirt with the question on it. But, if you want to be a little savvier than that, here are a few tips for Magic Kingdom parade viewing.

POSTED Thu, 10/25/2012 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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A Walk Down Main Street USA

Main Street, U.S.A. is the first "themed land" inside the main entrance at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom and other Disney Parks around the world. As you walk beneath the train station overhead, you cross through a portal to another time. You notice that there's a Victorian theme throughout Main Street, yet the architectural styles represent several distinct areas of the country.

POSTED Wed, 07/04/2012 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Main Street USA Flag Retreat Ceremony

Today our American friends and family all across the country are celebrating the events that set our forefathers to creating what is now an independent nation. While most will celebrate with BBQ, Beer and Fireworks (a worthy celebration if I've ever heard of one) some will recall with their families what has gone in to creating the United States of America.