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Jungle Cruise-Themed Restaurant Coming to Adventureland in the Magic Kingdom

After months of waiting and wondering, Disney has made it official: a Jungle Cruise-themed restaurant is coming to Adventureland in the Magic Kingdom. The Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen is scheduled to open later this year.

Walt Disney World Resort Releases Information on 2016 Magic Your Way Vacation Packages

Disney recently announced the details of the 2016 Magic Your Way vacation packages for the Walt Disney World Resort. There are some changes to benefits in the Magic Your Way packages including the addition of some activities and the removal of others.

Walt Disney World Resort Has Fun Options for Dads on Father’s Day

If you're thinking about spending Father's Day at the Walt Disney World Resort with your dad, you'll find more than just four theme parks for fun and adventure. From fishing to golfing to dining and yes, even a spa day for dad, there's something for every dad.

New Retailers and Restaurants Announced for Disney Springs

A slate of high profile, nationally recognized retailers is coming to Disney Springs including Lilly Pulitzer, PANDORA, and Tommy Bahama. A total of 13 new tenants was recently announced by Walt Disney World Resort, including eight retail stores and five new restaurants.

The Disney Food Blog Announces the Grand Launch of the ‘DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2015’ Ebook

The Disney Food Blog recently announced the grand launch of the all-new 2015 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining ebook! This instantly downloadable ebook is full of all the tips, tricks, and information you'll need to plan your dining during a Walt Disney World vacation.

Several Disney Parks Receive Industry Awards

Several Disney parks around the world were recognized for attractions and guest entertainment options.

The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) recently announced the annual Thea Award winners and it's a small world at Disneyland was the recipient of the Thea Classic award. This award honors theme park attractions that have endured for 20 year or more.

Walt Disney World Offering Guests a Virtual Video Tour of Hotels

Disney has added a new vacation planning tool to the Walt Disney World Resort website.

Guests can now view virtual video tours of select Walt Disney World Resort hotels on the Disney Parks website. The videos can be found on the page for the hotels, embedded in the photo slideshow.

The virtual videos give guests an aerial view of the hotel while the narrator lists the amenities available at the hotels including spas, transportation, dining, and more. The videos can be viewed at the Walt Disney World Resort website.

Victoria & Albert’s Receives AAA Five-Diamond Rating for 15th Consecutive Year

For the 15th year in a row, Victoria & Albert's at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has been named a AAA Five-Diamond Award winning restaurant.

There are only 15 restaurants in North America with this distinction, and only 59 restaurants made the AAA Five-Diamond list, including 47 in the United States, six in Canada, four in Mexico, and one in the Caribbean.

Nearly 30,000 restaurants are reviewed by AAA each year and 0.2 percent receives the Five-Diamond Award.

Disney Vacation Account Gives Guests a New Option to Save for Their Disney Vacations

UPDATE: ON July 25th, 2017 Disney sent out a letter to it's vacation account holders stating "Thank you for your participation in the Disney Vacation Account program. At this time, we are discontinuing the program and no new accounts or contributions are being accepted."

Saving money for a Disney vacation just got a little bit easier with the new Disney Vacation Account that was recently launched by the Walt Disney Travel Company.

Holiday Magic Starts at Walt Disney World Resort with Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights

Holiday Magic Starts at Walt Disney World Resort with Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights. As the holiday season quickly approaches, the Walt Disney World Resort has some festival and magical events planned for guests.

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6 Magic Kingdom Snacks Made To Munch

When the weather warms up down south, thinking about eating a heavy meal can be difficult. No worries though, Disney's food and beverage team puts as much effort into spectacular snacking as they do the full dining experiences. If you're wondering where you can grab a bit of a nibble while touring at the Magic Kingdom, check out these must buy snacks for grazing your way through the Park.

Ultimate Upgrades For Your Walt Disney World Vacation

Walt Disney World vacations are amazing experiences no matter how you chose to go, and there's a price range for touring that suits just about any carefully budgeted travel planner. For those looking to dive into the ultimate in luxe Disney, you just have to remember one thing, all magic comes with a price. So pull out your checkbook, and turn your dream vacation up a notch!

Why Uzima Springs Is The Perfect Place To Spend Poolside At Disney

The Resort Hotels of Walt Disney World are known for not only having world-class accommodation, but great food, and a plethora of fun recreational activities. While many Disney fans would argue that Stormalong Bay at Disney's Yacht and Beach Clubs is the best Disney Resort Pool, you'll find me firmly in the camp of Uzima Springs at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. Read on to learn why I think this wellspring is the perfect place to spend a day poolside.

Walt Disney World Spring Foodie News Round-up

Disney food fans have a lot to look forward to on their next trip with some exciting seasonal event, changes in old favorites, and new additions that will be coming to life this Spring. It's a gustatory celebration and we're sharing just a few of our favorites.

Top Walt Disney World Hotels When You Have Teens That Want To Roam

As your kids get older, it's natural for a family trip to Walt Disney World takes on a different air and feel. While Guests under the age of 14 are required to have supervision, teens over 14 can stretch their wings and explore the property a little further on their own. When my kids were that age, it was important to that we stayed at a resort on property that allowed them more than enough fairly nearby entertainment options when I let them go off on their own.

11 of the Most Romantic Places at Walt Disney World

The world's Vacation Kingdom has become a hot spot of love birds looking to get away, while still having some wholesome fun. While we all know about enjoying Days in the Park, nights become enchanted, and we've got a list of 11 of the Most Romantic Places at Walt Disney World.

2018 Brings New Perks For Disney Springs Resort Area Hotel Guests

The new year brought exciting new benefits for guests staying at any of the seven great Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels. Located on Hotel Plaza Boulevard, just across the road from Disney Springs, these partner hotels offer many of the same amenities as the Disney Resorts.

The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2018 e-book Is Here!

Oh joy of January - DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2018 e-book has launched! The go-to dining planner for thousands of dedicated Disney fans around the globe, the arrival of this full-color e-book to digital shelves means it's time to get down to some serious planning. More than 650 pages of valuable information have been squeezed into this edition, containing everything you could possibly need to know about dining at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.

The Edison Complex Opens Its Doors For The New Year At Disney Springs

New Year's Eve is always an optimistic time for people to look forward to the future, while keeping in mind the joys of the past. The uniquely themed areas of Walt Disney World make for an especially fun ways to welcome the New Year like nowhere else. This year the place to be on first night is the brand new restaurant, bar and nighttime destination at Disney Springs - The Edison.

A Glorious Celebration Of Christmas: Epcot’s Candlelight Processional

One of the most loved events of the holiday season at Walt Disney World is the Candlelight Processional at the American Gardens Theater in Epcot. Each night between now and December 30th, a revolving cast of celebrity narrators will offer guests a glorious retelling of the biblical Christmas story, accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra and a magnificent mass choir. Happening three times per night, the Candlelight Processional takes place at 5:00, 6:45, 8:15 p.m. and is included with your admission to the Epcot Theme Park.