Fireworks light the sky above Walt Disney World Resort most nights throughout the year. This week, however, extra spectacular, super fantasmical pyrotechnic shows will dazzle the darkness with a pixie dusted patriotic display at Magic Kingdom, a rockin’n’rollin’ extravaganza at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and a classic sky show at Epcot
Category: Disney World News
Disney’s Characters in Flight Closed till further notice
According to several news outlets Disney has suspended all operations of it’s Characters in Flight attraction at Downtown Disney due to an accident occurring at the Ocean Park operation in Hong Kong. Here is more information from The Standard: Eight people faced terror when a helium balloon at Ocean Park
Events and Attractions coming to Disney World Fall 2012
As the weather cools down this fall, entertainment at Walt Disney World Resort heats up with new experiences offering guests a chance to strike up fun at a new bowling and entertainment complex, immerse themselves in the world of Jack Sparrow, become automotive designers, see zebras up close on safari,
Disney World Refurbishment/Closure Schedule July 2012
Here is the Refurbishment and Closure Schedule for Walt Disney World for July 2012 and beyond. Refurbishment/Closure information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available at the Disney World Website. Current Osprey Ridge Golf Course closed through 6/17/12 for refurbishment.
The 10 Commandments of Walt Disney World
There are some things that you just should not… SHOULD NOT do when you’re at Walt Disney World. They are major time pitfalls! Think of them as being the 10 Commandments of Walt Disney World trips! Commit them to memory, recite them daily if you have to. Just follow them,
Baby Okapi Welcomed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
“Nafuna”, a 35-pound female baby Okapi, is the newest addition to Disney’s Animal Kingdom family. Reported healthy after her first wellness exam, Nafuna, whose name means delivered feet first, was born on June 21st following a 14-month gestation period. Guests will be able to catch a glimpse of Nafuna and
Disney Shares the “Science Behind the Magic”
Pixie dust and fantasy make a visit to Walt Disney World Resort, magical. But recently a group of engineers, scientists and astrophysicists saw the magic in a different light during a special “Science Behind the Magic” presentation at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Their eye-opening visit was part of NASA’s 25th annual International Space
Epcot’s Off Kilter Marks 15 Years of Music July 1 at Walt Disney World Resort
This July 1, Epcot’s Off Kilter Celtic rock band will mark 15 years of performances at the Canada Pavilion in World Showcase. Off Kilter founder Jamie Holton first started playing the bagpipes when he was 11, inspired by his family’s Scottish heritage and his father’s love for bagpipe music. In
Tables in Wonderland Special Events for July 2012 – Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Sneak Preview
Tables in Wonderland Special Event Epcot® International Food & Wine Festival Sneak Preview “Taste Your Way Around The World” Odyssey Pavilion at Epcot® Saturday July 28, 2012 6:30pm – 9:00pm Price: $110.00 per person, plus tax. Gratuity is included. Counting down the days to the Festival? Looking forward to international
When is Disney going to release the 2013 Packages Already!?!
Are you DYING to book your Disney 2013 vacation and can’t understand WHY IN THE WORLD Disney hasn’t released 2013package rates yet? This is SUCH a popular question right now and to say it is frustrating having to wait to book your Disney vacation is the understatement of the year.
Disney Named Conservationist of the Year by Florida Wildlife Federation
The Florida Wildlife Federation recently highlighted the efforts of the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund (DWCF) naming it “Corporate Conservationist of the Year” during its annual awards ceremony. “The Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund was chosen because of the very generous grants and remarkable efforts to support conservation projects, protect endangered species
Be Our Guest Restaurant Menu and Reservations Info
Great news! Guests can start making reservations for Disney’s Be Our Guest Restaurant in late August, with the restaurant to be open for the holidays. Lunch will be quick service, but not traditional counter service. Guest-activated terminals make ordering a snap, there also will be traditional cashiers for cash orders
Disney Confidential – New Key to the World Cards are coming
Hey there guys and gals Anonymouse here. Have some interesting news today about those wonderful little keepsakes your Key to the World Card. While I know many of you hold on to yours from past trips, and probably like myself have a stack about 4 inches tall. Disney plans on doing away
2012 Candlelight Processional dinner packages now available
The 2012 Candlelight Processional dinner packages now available to book at http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/reservations/dining/candlelight-dinners/. The current celebrity narrator line-up for 2012 is: Nov. 23–25: Isabella Rossellini (film/TV star and wildlife conversationalist) Nov. 26–29: Neil Patrick Harris (Emmy Award-winner, Broadway star and TV host) Nov. 30–Dec. 1: Whoopi Goldberg (television host, actress and comedian)
