The Summit Plummet and Slush Gusher water slides at Disney’s Blizzard Beach have reopened. The two main attractions have been shut down for several weeks due to a broken pipe. The entire park was even closed briefly on March 16th and 17th due to technical difficulties. Summit Plummet is Blizzard Beach’s tallest,
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Castaway Cay – Fun Things to Do on Disney’s Private Island in the Bahamas
Castaway Cay is Disney’s private island in the Bahamas reserved exclusively for Disney Cruise Line guests on Bahamian and Caribbean cruises. With so much to see and do on the island, beach goers can choose to be as active or as relaxed as they want. Read on for some of
Upcoming Special Events for Disney Vacation Club Members
Mother’s Day Brunch Disney Vacation Club Members and their guests are invited to attend a special Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 8, 2016 at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. The event will be held from 11am to 1pm at the Fantasia Ballroom and pricing is $53.95 per adult and $29.95 per
Broken Pipe shuts down 2 slides at Disney’s Blizzard Beach
It appears that Disney has been having some mechanical issues with Summit Plummet and Slush Gusher at Blizzard Beach. Apparently the water slides have been closed for weeks, with no firm re-opening date in sight, due to a broken pipe. We reported that Blizzard Beach was closed March 16-17th, and
Keep Cool at Walt Disney World with these 8 tips
Disney World is sunny and warm. Very warm. Extremely warm for many months of the year. And that sun is BRIGHT! As great as that sounds for those of us who are just coming out of winter, there is a downside. Here are a few tips to keep you comfortable, hydrated, and
Joffrey’s Coffee offering 20% discount at Disney Parks
If you’re a Joffrey’s Coffee fan like me, then you’re going to love the new 20% off offer they have for their coffee at Disney Parks! To get your discount, text the word COFFEE along with your email address to 21333. By doing this, you will be signing up to
Blizzard Beach Closed 3/16-3/17 for technical diffculties
If you were planning on visiting Blizzard Beach today or tomorrow, it looks like you’ll have to take a trip over to Typhoon Lagoon instead! Blizzard Beach is closed today and tomorrow (March 16 and 17 2016) due to technical difficulties. No worries though, because although still technically in its
Orlando is voted Top Spring Break Destination for 2016
Pack your Mickey ears and head to the most magical place on Earth this spring break. Orlando, Florida was recently ranked by Orbitz.com as the number one Spring Break Destination for 2016. Not only is Walt Disney World in Orlando home to four of the world’s top theme parks but you’ll also be
Top 10 Things To See & Do at Disney World in the Summer
As Olaf would say, “Winter’s a good time to stay in and cuddle, but put me in summer and I’ll be a…happy snowman!” Can’t argue with that logic, because summer is the quintessential time to go to Disney World, and Disney always makes me happy. Sure, the Florida heat and
February 2016 Walt Disney World Resort Refurbishment Schedule
From time to time our favorite rides and attractions need to be closed for an update or refurbishment. We just hope that those closures don’t happen while we’re on vacation! Here’s the most recent refurbishment schedule for the Walt Disney World Resort. Magic Kingdom Monorail (on modified service and/or routes): Now-April
Disney Vacation Club Celebrates 25 Years with FREE Exclusive Members-Only After Hours Events at WDW
Are you a Disney Vacation Club member? We just became members ourselves very recently, and we’re so excited because this year is going to be a fantastic year to be part of the DVC family! They are celebrating their 25th Anniversary in 2016 and to make this special occasion a
Great Wolf Lodge Buys 50 Acres Near Walt Disney World
Back in November Great Wolf contemplated building its first resort in Orlando. GWR Orlando Property Owner, an affiliate of Great Wolf, just purchased 50 acres in Orlando near Walt Disney World. Preliminary plans called for an 800-unit hotel, just across Interstate 4 from Disney Springs. The property purchased is adjacent to
Great Wolf Lodge Resort Coming to Southern California Spring 2016
Great Wolf Lodge is the largest family of indoor water parks with hotels and a new resort is opening in Garden Grove, California this Spring! This resort is more than just a water park. There is so much to do and experience! This 603-suite hotel has suites that can sleep up to
Great Wolf Lodge coming to Walt Disney World Area?
You may have heard about Great Wolf Lodge Resorts. They are based in Wisconsin and are a huge water park resort chain. They are planning another huge resort near Disney World. The plans are for an 800 unit hotel near Disney Springs. However, zoning allows for up to 1,400 unit