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POSTED Thu, 05/07/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop No Longer Selling Products with Peanut Butter

The next time you're craving a peanut butter and chocolate sundae at the Walt Disney World Resort you'll find one less place to indulge. The Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop at Downtown Disney has stopped using peanut butter as an ingredient in sundaes, chocolates, or as a topping.

POSTED Wed, 03/18/2015 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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It’s Time for the Second Annual March Magic Tournament with Disney Parks

It's mid-March which means it's time for that big college basketball tournament but it's also time for the second annual March Magic Tournament from the Disney Parks. The tournament features 32 teams inspired by favorite Disney Parks attractions that will battle it out for the title of ultimate Disney attraction, with the winner announced on April 6.

POSTED Mon, 02/09/2015 - 18:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Bob Iger Says Plans for ‘Star Wars’ Presence at Disney Theme Parks to be Announced Later this Year

While there's no concrete news about how Disney is going to grow the Star Wars presence in its theme parks around the world, there is a lot of speculation. Disney CEO Bob Iger fueled that speculation last week during a call with Wall Street analysts when he said there is a "fair amount of design and development taking place" to increase Star Wars presence in "multiple locations."

POSTED Tue, 01/06/2015 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Removal of Sorcerer’s Hat at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Starts this Week

The Sorcerer's Hat at Disney's Hollywood Studios is coming down this week. According to reports, the dismantling of the iconic hat is set to begin on January 7. There is no word on how long the dismantling will take.

POSTED Fri, 12/12/2014 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Apple Pay Available at Walt Disney World Resort as of December 10

Guests at the Walt Disney World Resort are now able to utilize Apple Pay at guest relations, merchandise locations, quick service restaurants, lounges, bars, and ticket sales. The ability to use Apple Pay at other locations including table service locations is not yet available.

POSTED Wed, 10/22/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Hiro and Baymax from ‘Big Hero 6’ to Meet Guests at Walt Disney World and Disneyland

The stars of Big Hero 6 are headed to Disney's Hollywood Studios later this fall.

Hiro and Baymax will be meeting guests at The Magic of Disney Animation beginning sometime in November.

Guests will have a chance to tour the lab from the San Fransokyo Institute of Technology and then meet Hiro and his sidekick in Hiro's garage workshop.

Out in Disneyland guests will have a chance to visit Hiro's workshop near the Starcarde in Tomorrowland.

POSTED Tue, 08/19/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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WonderGround Gallery Merchandise Added to Marketplace Co-Op in Downtown Disney

The Marketplace Co-Op at Downtown Disney has added another boutique area to the retail space, and this one hails from Disneyland.

The WonderGround Gallery now has a showcase of merchandise just inside the doors of the Co-Op.

Guests at Disneyland can find the original WonderGround Gallery at the Downtown Disney District. The west coast store opened in 2012 showcases unique art collections by various artists.

POSTED Sat, 05/03/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Announces Special Ticket Offer for Parties of Six or More

Just in time for the summer vacation season, Walt Disney World has announced a new ticket offer for parties of six or more.

With the new ticket offer, parties of six or more who purchase a minimum four-day Magic Your Way ticket by June 14 will receive an additional day for free for every member of their party.

POSTED Wed, 04/09/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Bands Announced for the 2014 Sounds Like Summer Concert Series at Epcot

Summer is a few months away, but it's never too early to start planning your summertime visit to Epcot.

To help in that endeavor, Walt Disney World Resort has announced the lineup for the Sounds Like Summer concert series. The concerts take place in June and July at Epcot in the America Gardens Theater.

POSTED Thu, 03/27/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Registration Now Open for the Inaugural Disney Fit Challenge

Registration is now open for the first-ever Disney Fit Challenge at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

This event is planned for September 26-28 and will feature athletes competing in different fitness challenges that will test their speed, strength, skill, endurance, balance, and powers.

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POSTED Mon, 07/27/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Could Walt Disney World Resort Have To Close Again?

Things are not looking good in Florida right now. The state is in the midst of its largest coronavirus surge yet, now surpassing New York, Florida has the second highest number of COVID-19 cases in the United States. Recently Hong Kong Disneyland became the first of the Disney Parks forced to shut the gates once again due to the virus. This has left many Disney fans who haven't canceled their trips to wonder, could Walt Disney Resort have to close yet again?

POSTED Fri, 06/12/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Tips For Traveling During The Time Of COVID-19

Disney fans tend to be true blue sorts that don't let a whole lot stand in the way between us and our happy place. Many of us are just to get back to the magic after a stressful spring stuck at home due to the COVID-19 and all that has come with it. While The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) no longer is advising against nonessential domestic travel and Walt Disney World will be open again soon, there are still some things that you should know to help keep you safe while traveling through this new pandemic world.

POSTED Mon, 06/08/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Reopening Information You Should Know About Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

In the past it has been easy as pie to enjoy a Walt Disney World vacation, even without heading to the Disney Parks. Disney hotels have offered guests a plethora of shopping, dinning, and entertainment options that over the years have made visiting multiple resorts something everyone does. However, in this new COVID-19 world health and safety precautions may just put a damper on your hotel hopping game. Here's what you should know about the reopening plans for Walt Disney World Resort Hotels.

POSTED Mon, 06/01/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Walt Disney World News Round-up For Monday June 1, 2020

Governor Ron DeSantis has approved Disney World's proposal which means that, Disney will officially reopen July 11th. Disney World's reopening is coming with a lot of new health and safety measures that range from social distancing to serious operational changes at the Parks. There was a lot of information that came out over the past week so let's take a look at some of the important Walt Disney World news you need.

POSTED Fri, 05/29/2020 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Top Mask Wearing Tips For A Disney Summer

Face masks are a barricade to particles released into the environment, and during the current health environment they are a requirement for both guests and cast members returning to the Walt Disney World Resort. While wearing a mask in the Florida sun may sound like a difficult prospect it is not an impossible one. This important piece of safety equipment is key to slowing the spread of COVID-19.

POSTED Wed, 05/27/2020 - 16:09 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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July 11th Reopening Proposed For Florida Disney Parks

The Walt Disney Company submitted its reopening proposal to the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force this morning laying out the process for moving forward. Jim McPhee, Senior Vice President of Operations Walt Disney World, made the presentation of guidelines and protocols that was required by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis before reopening could occur.

POSTED Wed, 04/22/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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A Look Back: Central Florida 1977

My first trip to Walt Disney World was in March 1977 when I was 8. My family flew non-stop from Pittsburgh to Orlando on Eastern Airlines (round trip airfare for the five of us was $711.00). We stayed at Quality Inn in Orlando ($39.52 per night for 2 people + $10 each additional). The hotel rate included park tickets and breakfast.

POSTED Wed, 03/25/2020 - 00:19 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Florida Orange & Osceola Counties Issue Shelter In Place Order

Florida state health officials had announced 50 cases of COVID-19 in Orange County which along with Osceola County is the home of Walt Disney World. With this announcement all Orange & Osceola county residents to shelter in place to stop the spread of the coronavirus.

POSTED Tue, 03/17/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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3 Ways To Get Your Disney Fix While Stuck At Home

COVID-19 has Disney families that were looking forward to SPring Break with a serious case of the blues. If you're next Disney vacation has been sidelined by the pandemic I want you to know you don't have to live without the magic. Here are the top 3 Ways To Get Your Disney Fix While Stuck At Home!

POSTED Fri, 03/13/2020 - 01:19 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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BREAKING NEWS Walt Disney World Parks Closed Through End of March

It a press release just distributed by the Walt Disney Company to it's Cast Members, Partners, and Guests the company confirmed that all of the Disney Parks around the world, and the Disney Cruise Line will temporarily close due to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus.