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POSTED Mon, 10/05/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Springs Extends Weekend Hours Starting October 9th, 2020

While I was in Walt Disney World last month the place that I took the most comfort was at Disney Springs. Despite the masks, temperature checks, and social distance guidelines being in place the sprawling shopping, dining, and entertainment complex gave me the greatest feeling of "normalcy." There I found that music played, crowds bustled, and restaurants welcomed guests to (current) capacity.

POSTED Wed, 09/23/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Magic Kingdom Holiday Merriment Reimagined In 2020

A reimagined holiday celebration will take place at Walt Disney World this year with running between November 27th and December 30th, 2020. Seasonal shows, decor, activities, treats, and merchandise will be sure to delight the senses of guests during this festive time in the Magic Kingdom and beyond.

POSTED Mon, 09/21/2020 - 06:01 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Highlights From The EPCOT International Festival Of The Holidays Arrive In 2020

A reimagined holiday celebration will take place at Walt Disney World with select highlights from the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays running between November 27th and December 30th, 2020. Seasonal shows, activities, treats, and merchandise will be sure to delight the senses.

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 Thu, 08/29/2019 - 11:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Details Revealed For Reflections - A Disney Lakeside Lodge

Amongst the plethora of news that came out of Disney's D23 Expo last weekend Bob Chapek, Chairman of Parks, Experiences and Products for the Walt Disney Company gave guests an all too brief look at the next Deluxe Resort and Disney Vacation Club property to be built at Walt Disney World - Reflections - A Disney Lakeside Lodge.

POSTED Thu, 08/29/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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An Exciting New Stories For The Disney Cruise Line

Bob Chapek took the stage at D23 Expo to share his thoughts about the exciting projects coming to the Disney Cruise Line. He told the massive audience gathered before the D23 stage and shared his belief that every Disney moment a guest has should bring their favorite stories to life in thrilling ways. The Disney Cruise Line is reaching for that vision with new ships, and a brand new port destination that is pure magic.

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, 08/27/2019 - 05:06 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway Opening in 2020

At Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney Imagineers are getting ready to open Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway in 2020! You'll be invited to the Chinese Theatre where Mickey and Minnie will be hosting the premier of their newest film "Perfect Picnic." The theater serves as the magic portal through which guests will step from the human world directly into the cartoon world for one Goofy adventure aboard Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway.

When it comes to Disney World, trip planning is huge undertaking. In fact, many a first visit to Disney World is marred by a lack of planning. While it might be tempting to think that it's "just a theme park," and that you can show up and have a blast by winging it, the size and complexity of the resort is daunting even for experts. These articles will help you make the most of your Disney trip, and might even introduce you to some activities and attractions you haven't heard about!

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POSTED Wed, 05/11/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Heptinstall
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Disney World debate: One long trip or two short trips?

It's the ultimate debate for Disney World die-hards: How many trips should we schedule this year? Should we do one long, leisurely trip, or several short trips to experience nice spurts of Disney magic year-round?

POSTED Tue, 05/10/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Heptinstall
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Top 3 bathrooms in Epcot

We recently took a look at the best bathrooms in the Magic Kingdom. Now we're taking a look at the best bathrooms in Epcot.

POSTED Thu, 05/05/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Heptinstall
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Does the Disney World Park Hopper ticket option make sense for you?

"What type of Disney World ticket makes the most sense for me and my family?" is a very common question in Disney World trip planning. Once the number of days of park admission are decided on, the next question is "Do we want Park Hopper option?"

POSTED Wed, 05/04/2011 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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See Disney World in a Different Way: Try a RunDisney Race!

Are you a Disney fan looking for a whole new way to experience Disney World? Then you should consider signing up for one of the many runDisney events that take place at Walt Disney World every year.

POSTED Tue, 05/03/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Heptinstall
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Pros and cons of renting a car in Disney World

For those flying in to Disney World, the "to rent a car or not to rent a car" debate is played out many a time. Here's some pros and cons.

POSTED Mon, 05/02/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Heptinstall
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Do you pay off your Disney World trip before you go? [Facebook poll]

Over on the Walt Disney World for Grownups Facebook page, we recently asked the question, "Do you pay off your Disney World trip 100% before you go?" Read on to see what our fans told us.

POSTED Fri, 04/29/2011 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Bradley Johnson
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What To Do on Arrival and Departure Days in Disney World

Many of us arrive in Disney World at mid-day or in the evening, but don't want to use up a day on our park-hopper tickets for only a half-day of park touring.

Additionally, there are often times that we don't have a flight out until late afternoon or evening, but we've used up all of our tickets and need to fill the time until we leave for the airport.

POSTED Thu, 04/28/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Heptinstall
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Top 3 bathrooms at the Magic Kingdom

To me, finding a clean, not-too-busy restroom at Disney World is great. You can be in and out in just a few minutes. If you have kids or need to change a diaper, then you know how important it is to have a calming, rather than chaotic, atmosphere for your child during potty time.

POSTED Wed, 04/27/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Heptinstall
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Sleeping in vs. getting up early at Disney World

Getting up early vs. sleeping in late at Disney World: it's a long-debated topic, and there's no easy answer. So we've put together a list of pros and cons for each tactic.

POSTED Mon, 04/18/2011 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Heptinstall
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5 tips to save money in Disney World

Who doesn't want to save a buck on their Disney World vacation? While sometimes it seems like prices can really add up, there are some great ways to keep extra spending under control during your trip.