Are you ready for the, 2013 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, with food, wine, beers and cocktails taking center stage around the World Showcase Promenade. Look for classic Scottish dishes that are still in the development phase, but the cocktail of choice will be a Rusty Nail, a popular
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Magic Kingdom’s Top Snack Locations
Whether you are on the Disney Dining Plan or not, who can resist a snack while at the Magic Kingdom? There are so many snack locations to choose from that it can be hard to narrow down to the one that hits the spot. Let’s explore my family’s best snack
New Animated Series ‘Star Wars Rebels’ Coming in 2014
I was sad to learn that ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars’, which has been one of the best additions to the ‘Star Wars’ canon, was coming to an end. It had some of the best storytelling and character development that the ‘Star Wars’ universe had seen while also keeping it
Final Trailer for ‘The Lone Ranger’ Revealed
We’re in the final stretch coming up on Disney’s release on their newest film, ‘The Lone Ranger’, which opens on July 3, 2013. So this is the time when the marketing goes into overdrive, just to make sure people remember that the film is on the horizon. With that in
Merchandise Events coming to Disney World this summer
There are some exciting new merchandise events coming up in June. June 3-6: Greg McCullough will be on hand for a special artist showcase at Uptown Jewelers in the Magic Kingdom Park from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 2–6 p.m., each day. June 7: Disney Design Group Artist Natalie Kennedy will
Hidden Mickeys: A Field Guide to Walt Disney World’s Best Kept Secrets, 6th Edition Review
Hidden Mickeys: A Field Guide to Walt Disney World’s Best Kept Secrets, 6th edition by Steven Barrett is now available! You can pick up your copy of the latest edition of the Hidden Mickeys book and be part of the Hidden Mickey craze! This Hidden Mickey guide is set up as
Radiator Springs Comes to Life at Disney California Adventure
The Happiest Place on Earth is now even happier with the addition of, the largest piece of a five-year expansion at Disney California Adventure Park. Cars Land, which opened in June, 2012, features 12 acres of immersive excitement and freewheeling fun for everyone as it brings the town of Radiator
Golden Oak at Walt Disney World to Open its Fifth Neighborhood
Golden Oak at Walt Disney World is about to open its fifth neighborhood. Golden Oak is Central Florida’s most-expensive new residential development, according to the Orlando Sentinel. The homes in Golden Oak have starting prices of $1.6 million with midpoint prices between $3 million and $4 million in the community. The
Disney Celebrates 40th Anniversary of Robin Hood
Robin Hood Will Be Made Available for the First Time on Blu-ray™ & HD Digital August 6, 2013 To commemorate its 40th anniversary, Disney proudly presents the unforgettable animated classic Robin Hood on Blu-ray for the first time ever. Experience all the fun, thrills and celebrated music (Academy Award® Nominated
NFL Star Drew Brees Kicks Off Tournament at Disney
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees’ first football academy arrives at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex next month. The prestigious three-day academy is open to all skill levels but is expected to attract some of the most highly-ranked high school football players in America from June 27-30. Some of
2013 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
Are you a food fanatic and wine enthusiast? The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival will return to the Walt Disney World Resort from September 27 – November 11, 2013. Throughout the festival you will be able to delight in outstanding food, fun and entertainment. Here are some highlights you can
Choosing which Disney World Park to Visit
Choosing which Disney World Park to visit each day on your vacation can be difficult. Different Disney guests choose which park they will visit each day in different ways. Some will use a plan found in a guide book. Some will base it on Extra Magic Hours. Others will use
Minnie & Daisy Best Friends Forever Book and Magazine Review
“There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate’s loot on Treasure Island and best of all, you can enjoy these riches every day of your life.” Walt Disney Walt Disney was certainly a man after my own heart. At my house, there isn’t much that gets us as
New Animated Series ‘Star Wars Rebels’ Coming to Disney XD in 2014
If you’re like me you were bummed to hear that “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” was being cancelled after a tremendous five season run. The animation, stories and acting were top notch and I really hoped that this new series Lucasfilm hinted at would be on par with the quality
