Downtown Disney restaurants host kids cooking classes this summer

Levy Restaurants in Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort are offering a three-part Kids Cooking Class from noon-3 p.m. June 24. The chefs of Wolfgang Puck Café, Portobello Restaurant and Fulton’s Crab House will walk through a full demonstration at each location for children ages 6-12. The class/menu will

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Now Open: AMC Dine-In Theatres at AMC Downtown Disney 24

AMC Theatres® (AMC), a leading theatrical exhibition and entertainment company, announced today that guests will be able to watch the latest movies while enjoying their favorite food and beverages at AMC Downtown Disney 24 located in Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort. AMC Dine-In Theatres, the only theatre of its

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Guide to Downtown Disney – ‘Must Sees’ for Foodies

Regular readers of Chip & Company know that I enjoy exploring the various things to see and do Downtown Disney (DTD) at Walt Disney World. Part of the reason for my pleasure in the larger DTD area – the absence of Adventurers Club notwithstanding – is that the place offers

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How to Park at Disney for Free

When traveling to Disney, people are often reviewing their budget in an attempt to get the most out of their Disney budget.  One thing that should be considered is the cost of parking when visiting the theme parks.  The cost to park at any of the Disney World or Disneyland

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Disneyland Tips and Tricks – Some Helpful Planning Tips

Before arriving: Book dining 60 days in advance- great way to celebrate your 2 month mark. Have kids get involved with saving- cans, bottles, selling cookies, working around the neighborhood.  Then put some of the money on Disney gift cards for them to spend when they arrive!  You can also

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Disney Parks updated return policy

  Disney Parks stores and resorts have an updated policy, starting May 2. Returns and exchanges for purchases made after that date must take place in 30 days.  Any purchases made before this will follow the previous policy of 90 days. Without a receipt, guests can only receive a merchandise

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Don’t Miss Downtown Disney Car Masters Weekend

Attention all “Cars” fans – I’ve got a great announcement for you tonight. The Disney Parks Blog just got word that the gang from Radiator Springs will head this way next month for a brand new event – Downtown Disney Car Masters Weekend – which will take place May 13-15.

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Apricot Lane to Join Downtown Disneyland District

Disneyland Resort today announced that fashion boutique Apricot Lane will join Downtown Disney in early June 2011. “We always look to add unique locations that provide our guests a shopping experience unlike anywhere else – Apricot Lane certainly fits that mold,” said Tony Bruno, vice president of Disneyland Resort hotels

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Disney Transportation – Giving up your Seat

Have you ever been on a crowded bus or monorail leaving the parks that was standing room only?  I know I have!  After long day in the parks, buses, monorails, and boats carry the tired masses back to their resorts (or cars), leaving people standing and ogling the seated passengers,

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Spending the Day at Downtown Disney

Let’s say, for argument’s sake, that you decide to visit Walt Disney World and to spend a day not at the theme parks. Shocking idea, I know. Perhaps it’s a travel day or a rest day in the middle of a longer Disney vacation. Or just something…different. What do you

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Downtown Disney’s La Nouba Presents Fantastic Offer to Florida Residents Aug. 17–Oct. 23

La Nouba by Cirque du Soleil is pleased to announce a special $50 ticket price for Florida residents. This offer is available for performances August 17 – October 23 on category 2 seats (limit 6). This authentic Cirque du Soleil production has added two acts inspired by the playfulness of

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