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POSTED Fri, 05/29/2015 - 20:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Vacation Club Members Enjoy First Member Cruise to Alaska on Disney Cruise Line

The Disney Wonder is currently sailing in the Alaskan waters with a ship full of Disney Vacation Club members for the first Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise in Alaska. The seven-night cruise features a unique itinerary and a special experiences for guests.

POSTED Fri, 03/27/2015 - 17:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Gives Guests a Sneak Peek at the Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows

The over-water Bora Bora Bungalows at Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows will be opening soon and recently Disney offered guests a sneak peek at what the newest Disney Vacation Club property has to offer.

POSTED Thu, 01/08/2015 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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DVC Member Sales Start January 12 for Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

Disney Vacation Club Members, listen up! Monday, January 12, is the day you can purchase interest in Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows. The first phase of the new DVC resort is scheduled to open on April 1 and includes the Bora Bora Bungalows and connecting Deluxe Studios. General sales start February 9.

POSTED Wed, 12/24/2014 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Details Announced for Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows

Disney recently released the artist rendering for the new Disney Vacation Club Bungalows at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort. The 20 bungalows are the first of their kind on Disney property and each bungalow sleeps up to eight guests.

POSTED Wed, 11/19/2014 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Citricos at Disney’s Grand Floridian to Host Cinderella Breakfast while Cinderella’s Royal Table is Closed for Refurbishment

When Cinderella's Royal Table at the Magic Kingdom closes in January for a several month long refurbishment, guests will be able to dine with Disney royalty at Citricos at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.

POSTED Sat, 08/30/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney Parks Moms Panel Search Begins September 2

It's that time of year again: the search for the newest members of the Disney Parks Mom Panel opens September 2.

The Disney Parks Moms Panel has been around since 2008 when it was called the Walt Disney World Moms Panel.

Several years ago the name was changed to the Disney Parks Moms Panel to include other Disney vacation experiences including Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacation Club, and runDisney.

The panel might be called the "Moms Panel" but there are dads, aunts, and grandparents answering questions as panelists too.

POSTED Tue, 08/26/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Disney and PANDORA Jewelry Announce New Alliance with Merchandise Line and More

The announcement of a new "strategic alliance" between The Walt Disney Company and PANDORA Jewelry goes beyond bracelets and beads.

The partnership also brings with it PANDORA's sponsorship of the Wishes fireworks at the Magic Kingdom beginning this fall. And in 2015 the jewelry company will also become the presenting sponsor of the Tinker Bell Half Marathon at Disneyland.

POSTED Fri, 07/04/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces Two New VIP Tours

The Walt Disney World Resort recently announced two new VIP tours for guests.

The Ultimate Day of Thrills: A VIP Tour Experience is for those guests seeking a thrilling visit to the Disney theme parks. The tour lasts six or seven hours and includes riding attractions at the Magic Kingdom, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom in addition to lunch at a table service location.

Attractions for this tour include Toy Story Midway Mania, Expedition Everest, and the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train.

POSTED Wed, 05/28/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Ongoing Renovations at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Include Club Disney and Updated Pool Area

Not only has Disney's Polynesian Village Resort recently gone through a name change, but the resort is also going through a complete re-imagining.

A few weeks ago it was announced that Trader Sam's Grog Grotto is opening in 2015. Trader Sam's will feature a themed lounged area and will serve hand-crafted tiki cocktails in souvenir mugs.

POSTED Fri, 05/02/2014 - 12:52 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Free Dining Announced for Select Dates this Fall at Walt Disney World

It's that time of year again! Free Dining has been announced for select dates in September, October, November, and December at the Walt Disney World Resort.

Currently the offer is only available for Disney Visa cardholders, but it is expected to open to the general public on or around May 7!

The travel dates for this round of Free Dining are: August 31 - October 3; October 26 - November 1; November 9 - 20; and December 12 - 23.

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POSTED Tue, 10/13/2015 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Take The Ballyhoo Tour at at Disney’s Boardwalk Inn & Villas

During a recent stay at Disney's Boardwalk Inn & Villas Resort at Walt Disney World, my husband and I took part in the Boardwalk Ballyhoo guided tour. The tour takes place in and around the Boardwalk resort and surrounding area. It is a free tour and available to anyone who wishes to learn about the Atlantic City era and where the Disney Imagineers got their inspiration for the Boardwalk Resort.

POSTED Tue, 09/01/2015 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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New DVC Member Gear Arrives at DisneyStore.com

There are a lot of great reasons to become a Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Member, like getting to stay at Deluxe Resorts for Moderate prices, flexibility in how and when you spend your points, advance planning tools, rooms with full kitchens, laundry, and thousands of exchange properties. But every good member knows that the icing on the cake is sporting the logo gear that spreads the word you're a dedicated DVC Member.

POSTED Wed, 07/22/2015 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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5 Reasons to Love Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Disney's Contemporary Resort is not only one of the original Walt Disney World Hotels, but it remains one of the premier destinations for Disney travelers both staying at the property or just coming for a visit. Its unique A-frame design sets the stage for the massive Grand Canyon Concourse that holds shopping, dining, an original Mary Blair mural, and the monorail which runs right through!

POSTED Tue, 07/21/2015 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Guest Author
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Deluxe Studio Villas At Disney's Contemporary Bay Lake Tower

Bay Lake Tower (BLT) at Disney's Contemporary Resort is a Disney Vacation Club Resort with Deluxe Villa Accommodations. No matter how many guests are in your party, there is a villa at BLT that will suit your needs - from a studio that can sleep four, up to a three bedroom grand villa that sleeps twelve! There are also three views to choose from including a Standard view (courtyard, parking lot), Lake view (Bay Lake) and Theme Park view (Magic Kingdom).

POSTED Wed, 05/13/2015 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Disney Vacation Club Villa Kitchens Help Families Slow Down

Choosing what resort to stay at on your Walt Disney World Vacation is often one of the most exciting and yet most stressful parts of planning a trip. There are so many choices available of course each guest wants to make sure that they are getting the most out of those vacation dollar. For larger families this can mean having all the amenities of condo with the convenience and quality of a Disney Resort.

POSTED Tue, 03/17/2015 - 12:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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Even More Reasons To Love Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

There are so many beautiful resorts at Walt Disney World, it can be hard to choose which one is right for your vacation, that's just one of the reasons our "5 Reasons" series is so popular with readers. In 2013 we published an article titled 5 Reasons To Love Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa. I just returned from a fantastic stay at this resort and had to share with you why it's still on point.

POSTED Mon, 02/02/2015 - 13:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Add a Round of Golf to Your Walt Disney World Resort Vacation

Who says your Walt Disney World vacation has to be all about the theme parks and your hotel? There are so many things to do outside the theme parks, including shopping, visiting the water parks, and even playing a round of golf. Walt Disney World is home to four championship golf courses and there's a perfect course for every kind of golfer.

POSTED Tue, 12/09/2014 - 06:00 | POSTED BY Traci C.
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Holidays Around the World at Epcot Features Unique Holiday Treats and Merchandise

Guests visiting Epcot during this holiday season can enjoy the Holidays Around the World throughout World Showcase. The special event includes festive foods and unique merchandise options.

POSTED Wed, 05/07/2014 - 05:00 | POSTED BY Kristen Kirk
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5 (or more) Reasons To Love Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

Disney's Polynesian was one of the two original Walt Disney World Hotels and it continues to be a perennial fan favorite. Though refurbs and make-overs there are some things the "Poly" has always done better than anywhere else. I thank the Aloha Spirit that permeates the atmosphere and greats every guest to this tropical paradise. The resort is currently undergoing a multi-year re-imagining - the largest transformation since it's 1985 additions.

POSTED Tue, 04/22/2014 - 11:00 | POSTED BY Kasey O'Connor
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5 Reasons to Stay at the Animal Kingdom Lodge

Wake up, walk out onto your balcony, and take in views of an African savanna. This is just the beginning of the many amazing possibilities that await you at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge.

Here are 5 reasons why you should consider staying at the Animal Kingdom Lodge on your next visit.