Storybook Circus ‘soft-opens’ at Magic Kingdom Park Photos

This week was a big day for the Magic Kingdom! The first phase of the new Storybook Circus area of Fantasyland “soft” opened to guests including: The first part of “Dumbo, the Flying Elephant,” with Dumbo spinning clockwise for the first time in Magic Kingdom history “The Barnstormer, Starring The

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Behind the Tarps: Matterhorn Bobsled Refurbishment

The Matterhorn Bobsleds opened at Disneyland Park in 1959, becoming the first tubular steel track roller coaster in the world and setting the standard for future designs to follow. The attraction was overhauled in 1978, at which time the ride vehicles were replaced and minor enhancements were made. However, no

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Disney Confidential – Magic Kingdom Monorail Loop Closing

Here there guys and gals Anonymouse here. I have some interesting news/gossip from one of my favorite sites WDWMagic. Before you gather up your pitchforks and torches keep in mind this is not official YET! According to their website the Magic Kingdom Monorail Loop with be closing down from 11am

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Fantasyland’s Storybook Circus Will Open By Late March, Snow White Closing May 31st

Great News! Disney is reporting the first elements of Storybook Circus will open by late March, marking the first in a series of progressive openings for the largest expansion in Magic Kingdom Park history. Among the first experiences to open will be one carousel of Dumbo the Flying Elephant, a

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Disneyland Refurbishment Schedule March 2012

If your heading to Disneyland soon be sure to check out the Refurb/Closure list below. Refurbishment information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available on the Disneyland website. Current Star Tours (Disneyland) will have reduced capacity through 2/16/12, 2/27/12-3/1/12

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Disney World Refurbishment Schedule March 2012

Here is the Refurb and Closure Schedule for Walt Disney World for March 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 Jamaica Village Pool (Caribbean Beach Resort) closed through 2/17/12.

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Disneyland Refurbishment Schedule February 2012

Refurbishment information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available here. Current Big Thunder Ranch Petting Farm (Disneyland) closed through 1/18/12 to remove holiday decor. Haunted Mansion (Disneyland) closed through 1/23/12 for removal of holiday decor. Redwood Challenge Creek Trail

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Disney World Refurbishment Schedule February 2012

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 Beach Sand Renourishment (Polynesian Resort) through 1/16/12; only portions of the beach will be closed at any one time. Pool Slide at Samawati Springs

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Please Refurbish this Ride – Stitch’s Great Escape!

You may remember that I was talking about Tomorrowland Speedway as a ride that should get a refurbishment of some sort.  Many of you commented, so thank you for that, most agreeing with me, some saying they should go green to cut down the smell, and even one telling me

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Disney Confidential – Peter Pan’s Flight Getting New Intereactive Queue

Here there guys and gals Anonymouse here. Today’s Gossip comes to us from the Cast Members Mouth. Word is being spread that Peter Pan’s Flight in the Magic Kingdom is scheduled to get an Interactive Queue (Like The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh). So while you are waiting in

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Test Track Closes for New Name Change and Design Center

Disney and General Motors announced today that have renewed their sponsorship agreement for the popular Epcot Attraction “Test Track.” Financial terms were not discussed but if you remember back when Test Track was built GM paid a whopping $100 Million Dollars for the previous 10 year contract! The attraction is

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Video: Dumbo’s Storybook Circus Testing

Dumbo Storybook Circus was ride testing today! This is part of the new Fantasyland expansion at Walt Disney World. Four Elephants were on the spinner, along with arms waiting for more. There will soon be double Dumbos in this area. Visit http://www.JeffLangeDVD.com or http://www.MouseSteps.com for more information. Related articles Magic

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Top Five Walt Disney World Resort News Stories in 2011

Walt Disney World Resort sure had a memorable year – from celebrating major anniversaries to marking continued progress on new attractions, the Disney Parks Blog team really had a lot of exciting news to cover in 2011. That said, here are their picks for the top-five Walt Disney World Resort

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Disneyland Refurbishment Schedule January 2012

Refurbishment/Closure information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available here. Current Frances’ Lady Bug Boogie (DCA) closed through Winter 2011 for refurbishment. Plaza Pavillion (Disnleyland) closed through January 2012 for conversion to Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe. Upcoming Refreshment Corner

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