Walt Disney World Resort guests share their Christmas wishes with Santa Claus, who’s accompanied by his cheery wife Mrs. Claus, in The American Adventure pavilion at Epcot during the Holidays around the World celebration. Through Dec. 30, international storytellers, including Père Noël in France and the Monkey King in China,
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Sharing the Chrismtas Spirit in the Epcot’s World Showcase
Helga shares the tale of her first Nutcracker with theme park guests in the Germany pavilion at Epcot during the Holidays around the World celebration. Through Dec. 30, international storytellers, including Père Noël in France and the Monkey King in China, share traditions and tales from their homeland throughout World
“UP” Characters Will Meet n’ Greet at Animal Kingdom
Most of you have already heard about the character situation at Disney’s Animal Kingdom…many of the characters are no longer going to be doing meet n’ greets at the popular character locations. When we heard this news there was no rumor of who would take the place of whom, but
See Old Saint Nick at Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort
One of my fondest holiday traditions at Downtown Disney Marketplace is taking my girls to see Santa at his chalet. We have always avoided the chaos of the traditional malls and instead made a more enjoyable visit to Downtown Disney.
Meet Santa Claus at Walt Disney World
Santa’s Chalet at the Downtown Disney Marketplace is now open. Visiting hours are from noon to 10 p.m. through Dec. 24. Once Santa takes off for his long night of travel, Santa Goofy takes over at the chalet. Goofy will greet guests from 3 to 10 p.m. Dec. 25 to
Character Line Up for 2011 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Here is the line up for the 2011 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Please note characters are subject to change at anytime! ADVENTURELAND Tinker Bell’s Nook Tinker Bell Rosetta Terrance Veranda Gazebo Abu Prince Ali Genie Jasmine Pirates Plaza Captain Jack Sparrow (new for 2011) FANTASYLAND Fairytale Garden Belle
Disney Conservation Biologist Earns Prestigious Nomination
Dr. Anne Savage, Ph.D, has made significant strides in studying 1-pound primates and 7-ton pachyderms. Now, her efforts to blend education and conservation with innovative programs have earned her a nomination for the Indianapolis Prize, the most prestigious award for animal conservation. ”I am so deeply honored to be nominated
Jake and the Neverland Pirates Coming to Disney Parks
Yo Ho Ho! Great News, “Jake and the Never Land Pirates” fans! Jake, from the popular Disney Junior show, will begin greeting guests at Disney Parks this month. Starting November 13, Jake will be making regular appearances at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort. He will join
Can you meet Rapunzel at Walt Disney World?
Everybody wants to get a little face time with Disney’s newest Princess! If you are heading to Walt Disney World in the near future you just might have your chance. (photo credit Christie Gera) For those of us who were lucky enough to have met “Punzie” AND Flynn Ryder at
Mickey Tests Some Magic Words at Walt Disney World
Guests visiting Magic Kingdom Park last night were in for a real Halloween treat. For the first time in the park’s history, Mickey talked with guests and tested some new tricks backstage at Town Square Theater. Last nights test was open to a very limited number of guests – Mickey
New interactive character: Cubot tested at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the setting for an interactive test on Oct. 11 and 12, 2011. “Cubot”, which is meant to look like it’s part of a toybox, is not only interactive in speech, but can have the blocks changed around by guests. This experience is heading to Hong Kong
Revenge of the Disney Employee
I love these Ex Disney Cast Member videos from @sWooZ1e He tells the best stories and the narration is hilarious. This video talks about his last day at Disney World. Check it out. Make sure to click the link and watch the first one if you missed it. @sWooz1e When
Disney Cast Members Raise Funds, Heart Rate for Great Cause
More than 1,100 Cast Members from Walt Disney World Resort awoke before sunrise on a recent Saturday for the Orlando Start! Heart Walk. They laced up their walking shoes to show support for the American Heart Association and help raise more than $47,000 for research and education to help fight
Super Greeters Contribute to Bottom-Line Success at Walt Disney World Resort
Guests from Brazil visited Walt Disney World Resort in record-breaking numbers this year, topping last year’s all-time high. A big part of the success with international tour groups from Latin America – and Brazil in particular – has been the 54 Cast Members who serve as “Super Greeters” stationed throughout Walt
