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POSTED Tue, 09/15/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Some November Walt Disney World Park Hours Updates

If there is one thing we can count on at Disney right now, it's that everything is subject to change. Back in September operating hours at all four Disney World parks were reduced. It's not surprising with kids going back to school ini some form or another, September is typically a slower month. That being said, when the November calendar was revealed, it first appeared that these shortened hours would continue.

POSTED Sun, 05/31/2020 - 23:08 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Springs Closes Early Due To Curfew And A Message From Disney Leaders

Civil unrest occurring across the nation has prompted action from Disney as Orlando and Orange County institute a curfew following nights of rioting over the death of George Floyd. Disney Springs will be closing early until further notice to allow guests and cast members the ability to make it home in time. Disney Company leadership CEO Bob Chapek, Chairman of Disney Bob Iger, and Senior Vice President, Chief Diversity Officer of The Walt Disney Company Latondra Newton also released a joint statement to Cast Members regarding this time of civil unrest.

POSTED Fri, 03/27/2020 - 21:08 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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BREAKING NEWS Walt Disney World Extends Closures

This evening, after the stock market closed, the @DisneyParksNews twitter account released a statement that the Walt Disney World and Disneyland closures would be extended until further notice and Disney cast members (not including operating partners) would be paid through April 18, 2020.

POSTED Wed, 08/28/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Opening Date

Details are trickling out about the highly anticipated Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios as part of the Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge expansion. Read on to discover why this new attraction is seriously ambitious, and worth every moment of anticipation as it readies to open on December 5th, 2019.

POSTED Tue, 01/17/2017 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-Up: Planet Hollywood Observatory Opening Soon, MagicBand 2 News, and More

Happy Tuesday! We have a bit of news to share today including an update on the opening day for Planet Hollywood Observatory in Disney Springs and some news about the new MagicBand 2. Let's check out today's news.

POSTED Wed, 12/28/2016 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Ring in the New Year at the Walt Disney World Resort

If you're planning on celebrating New Year's Eve at the Walt Disney World Resort several of the theme parks have special events planned for Saturday night. Guests at the Magic Kingdom can celebrate on Friday and Saturday night.

POSTED Thu, 11/17/2016 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-up: New Theme Park Ticket Option, Celebrate Mickey’s Birthday, and More

Happy Thursday and welcome to another Disney news round-up! Mickey Mouse is celebrating his birthday tomorrow and everyone can celebrate at the Walt Disney World Resort. Let's check out the rest of today's news.

POSTED Wed, 07/06/2016 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney News Round-Up: New Disney Vera Bradley Designs, New Popcorn Flavors, and More

Happy Wednesday and welcome to another edition of our Disney news round-up! The Magic Kingdom was recently named the #3 amusement park in the country in Trip Advisor's Travelers' Choice Awards. Disney's Hollywood Studios was #6 on the list, and Disney's Animal Kingdom was #10.

POSTED Mon, 09/28/2015 - 16:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Jedi Training Academy at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Closing for a Refurbishment

The Jedi Training Academy at Disney's Hollywood Studios is reportedly closing on October 4 for a brief refurbishment. The popular attraction is scheduled to reopen later this year with a new name: Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple.

POSTED Sun, 05/31/2015 - 19:06 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Possible Changes Coming to the Disney Dining Plan

It's been a busy weekend full of possible news and even some rumors when it comes to changes that might be happening with the Disney Dining Plan. We've been hearing quite a few different reports and wanted to make our readers aware of changes that are possible.

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POSTED Thu, 12/01/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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Adult-Friendly Character Meals

Dining with the characters at Disney World is a great way to enjoy a meal. And it is not just for kids! We've looked into the different character meals with help from our friends at the Disney Food Blog and have come up with some more adult friendly character meals!

POSTED Wed, 11/30/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Souvenirs from Walt Disney World Create Touchstones for Memories

The sale of souvenirs at Walt Disney World can be a touchy subject. Some believe that Disney simply wants to separate you from even more of what's in your wallet. Fans on message boards plan and strategize to spend as little as possible on merchandise, sometimes even pre-purchasing souvenir at home and carrying them along in their luggage. The science of marketing and impulse purchases is well in play at the Disney Parks, but bringing home souvenirs is a time honored tradition that reaches back much further back into history.

POSTED Fri, 11/25/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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ESPN Club is A Sports Fan's Dream Bar

If you're looking for a fun place to catch the "big game" on TV while you're at Walt Disney World, why not head on over to the ESPN Club located at Disney's Boardwalk Resort. Though Disney has closed affiliate restaurants around the country this ESPN Club continues to be a fun and happening place for sports fans in the Orlando area.

POSTED Thu, 11/24/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Liberty Tree Tavern is Serving Thanksgiving Dinner 365 Days a Year

Happy Thanksgiving! We've got plenty to be thankful for, especially with readers like you! Any time that you can gather your family around a table and enjoy a good meal is cause for celebration, and even more so when you get to do so in Walt Disney World. I just can't think of a better place to share a Thanksgiving meal at than Liberty Tree Tavern in the Magic Kingdom.

POSTED Tue, 11/22/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Favorite Holiday Activities at Walt Disney World [Facebook Fans]

There is so much to see and do at Walt Disney World any time of year, but during the holiday season the entire resort seems to come alive with the festive spirit. Each and every park puts on it's very finest adornments to celebrate with all of the guests. We polled our Facebook Fans to see what their favorite part of the Holidays at WDW is and this is what they said!

POSTED Mon, 11/21/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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D23 Hits the Road for Magical 2012 Events

D23, Disney's Official Fan Club, has announced that it will continue to bring members unique experiences throughout 2012 and host more special events than ever for members and the public. Starting our in Palm Springs at the Smoke Tree Ranch the magic will spread across the country as D23 hits the road and sprinkles pixie dust wherever they go.

POSTED Fri, 11/18/2011 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Wilderness Lodge's Territory Lounge

While soaking up the wintery atmosphere of pine boughs and twinkling lights during your Walt Disney World Vacation, you might want to consider a trip to the Territory Lounge for a Hot Toddy.

Open from 4:30pm - midnight daily, the Territory Lounge is nestled between Artist Point and the Whispering Canyon Cafe near the lobby of the holiday fan favorite, Disney's Wilderness Lodge Resort.

POSTED Thu, 11/17/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Holiday Decorations for Resort Rooms at Walt Disney World

Christmas season at Walt Disney World is a magical time full of whimsy and decorations reaching to every corner of the world. A recent trend, especially amongst DVCers, has been for travelers to decorate their hotel rooms with holiday finery to make it feel a little more like home.

POSTED Tue, 11/15/2011 - 06:05 | POSTED BY Melissa W.
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Walt Disney World Table Service Reservation and Cancellation Policy Changes

If you've ever had the frustration of trying to book a reservation at your favorite Walt Disney World restaurant and not being able to make one, you might be happy with the new practices that Walt Disney World is introducing to handle the Disney World Dining Reservations.

POSTED Mon, 11/14/2011 - 05:05 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Cards for the Holiday Season

Creating custom Holiday Cards is a fantastic way to share your love for Disney with the people who are important to you. Though most people assume that pictures on Christmas Cards have to be of your kids, I'm here to say that Disney themes offer fantastic alternatives and spread the magic during this wonderful time of year.