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Disney’s Animal Kingdom “Party For The Planet” Offers Fun Photo Ops

Disney's Animal Kingdom "Party For The Planet" Offers Fun Photo Ops

Fun Photo Ops abound at Disney’s Animal Kingdom “Party For The Planet” to celebrate Earth Day, their 20th Anniversary and their Conservation efforts taking place around the world.  Disney Photopass Photographers are located around the park, and at the ready, to take your picture and help you create some awesome memories.   We were able to capture our own memorable and Fun Photo Ops while we were at the Park this past weekend.

20th Anniversary Celebration

One of our favorite Fun Photo Ops is also a bit scary.  The hyenas Shenzi, Banzai and Ed from The Lion King will have you shaking in your shoes!  The Photopass Photographer asked me to put my knees together and my fisted hands to my mouth.  He did not tell me why, but when I checked My Disney Experience and saw this picture I was quite surprised.

Disney's Animal Kingdom "Party For The Planet" Offers Fun Photo Ops

My personal favorite of the day was the Bambi and Friends.  I mean look at Flower and Thumper.   They are so adorable!  Animals are certainly the focus in many of the uFn Photo Ops around the Animal Kingdom Park.

20th Anniversary Celebration

Speaking of animals, be sure to get your Magic Shot photo with Simba, Timon and Pumbaa in front of The Tree of Life.

20th Anniversary Celebration

Do you have a little one who is a fan of The Lion Guard?  If so then a photo with Kion is a must for your Fun Photo Ops list.

20th Anniversary Celebration

Setting the Butterflies free is another one of the Fun Photo Ops you can find in front of The Tree of Life.  This particular location has many different options for Magic Shots.

20th Anniversary Celebration

Looking for something a bit more adventurous?  Try this Wilderness Explorer Magic Shot and see if you can spot a bird, or maybe a squirrel.  Oh, and have you, by chance, practiced the Wilderness Explorer Oath lately?

You will find hand-held props for some fabulously Fun Photo Ops all around the park.  The Butterfly is featured on the entrance bridge into the park near The Tree of Life.    You can find the sweet Tamarin Monkey in front of The Tree of Life.  The Gorilla is located in Africa near the exit of Kilimanjaro Safari.

Banshee 20th Anniversary Celebration

The Banshee hand-held prop photo op is located on the bridge at the entrance to Pandora: The World of Avatar.

20th Anniversary Celebration

In addition to celebrating Earth Day and the “Party For The Planet,” the park was also celebrating its 20th Anniversary!  They had this really cool photo op at the entrance to the Animal Kingdom.  I love how The Tree of Life is in the background and you are surrounded by the majestic Animals who call this amazing park their Home.

Many more Fun Photo Ops exist around Disney’s Animal Kingdom in honor of the “Party For The Planet.”  Be sure to step up to a Photopass Photographer and ask them if they have any Magic Shots or Props available for photos.  Check your My Disney Experience app and prepare to be surprised at what you will see!

What do you think of these fun photo ops available for the “Party For The Planet” event going on now at Disney’s Animal Kingdom?  Please leave your comments in the box below.

 

 

American Idol Announces Disney Night!

Disney night

Disney night

Now that American Idol is on ABC, they are taking a page from Dancing with the Stars and having all Disney-themed music on their show Sunday, April 29. And who better to help mentor the “American Idol” contestants on “Disney Night” than Idina Menzel of “Frozen” fame!

In addition to being “Disney Night”, “American Idol” will also be making history on Sunday, April 29. For the first time in the history of American television, a reality-competition series will allow viewers to watch and vote from both coasts simultaneously as “American Idol” is simulcast in all time zones across the country over a three-week span. Viewers will be able to vote by text, via AmericanIdol.com/vote and on the “American Idol” app. Results will be revealed at the end of each show in real time, across all time zones.

“We set out on a journey to find the best talent this nation has to offer,” said Channing Dungey, president, ABC Entertainment. “As we head into the next phase of the ‘American Idol’ competition, it only makes sense to let every viewer from coast to coast experience the magic of live television and have the ability to vote for America’s next superstar.”

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Musical Line Up for Eat to the Beat Concert Series 2018

Musical Line Up for Eat to the Beat Concert Series 2018

UPDATED 6/8/2018 with new performers announced!

Eat to the Beat concert series is a huge part of Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival every year. And this year is no different! This concert series takes place most nights during the Food and Wine Festival and features acts from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and 00s. Concerts are performed usually three times per evening so guests have plenty of opportunities to enjoy their favorite acts. There is no additional cost to attend these concerts as they are included in the price of your Epcot admission. The concert series is presented in Epcot’s American Gardens Theater at the America Pavilion in the World Showcase.

New to this year’s concert series will be percussionist and singer Sheila E and ‘80s Canadian rockers Glass Tiger. 98 Degrees also bring their smooth harmonies to the festival. And, if that weren’t enough, entertainer Jim Belushi brings his rhythm-and-blues band The Sacred Hearts to the festival this year.

Returning favorites include ‘80s pop stars Tiffany and Billy Ocean, ’90s hitmakers like Hanson and Everclear, and swing-meisters Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, who close out the festival as they have for the last couple of years.

This year’s lineup also will include two Contemporary Christian music artists, MercyMe, and former “Royal Tailor” frontman Tauren Wells.

This is the lineup so far:

  • 8/30-31 – Blue October – “Into the Ocean”
  • 9/1-3 – Tiffany – “I Think We’re Alone Now”
  • 9/4-5 – MercyMe – “I Can Only Imagine” NEW
  • 9/6-7 – Glass Tiger – “Don’t Forget Me (When I’m Gone) NEW
  • 9/8-9 – Tauren Wells – “Hills and Valleys” NEW
  • 9/10-11 – Postmodern Jukebox
  • 9/12-13 – Vertical Horizon — “Everything You Want”
  • 9/14-16 – Baha Men – “Who Let The Dogs Out”
  • 9/17-19 – Plain White Ts — “Hey There Delilah”
  • 9/20-21 – Living Color – “Cult of Personality”
  • 9/22-23 – Sheila E – “The Glamorous Life” NEW
  • 9/24-26 – Sugar Ray – “Every Morning”
  • 9/17-28 – David Cook – “Light On”
  • 9/29-30 – Jeffrey Osbourne – “On The Wings of Love”
  • 10/1-2 – Jim Belushi & The Sacred Hearts – Various Hits
  • 10/3-4 – Everclear – “Santa Monica”
  • 10/5-7 – Mark Wills – “19 Somethin’”
  • 10/8-10 – Air Supply – “All Out Of Love”
  • 10/11-12 – TBD
  • 10/13-14 – TBD
  • 10/15-16 – 98 Degrees – “Give Me Just One Night (Una Noche)” NEW
  • 10/17-18 – 38 Special – “Hold On Loosely”
  • 10/19-21 – Devon Allman Project – “Ragged and Dirty”
  • 10/22-23 – Kenny G — “Songbird”
  • 10/24-25 – Billy Ocean – “Get Outta My Dreams”
  • 10/26-28 – Starship featuring Mickey Thomas – “We Built This City”
  • 10/29-31 – Hanson – “MMMBop”
  • 11/1-2 – High Valley — “She’s With Me” NEW
  • 11/3-4 – Taylor Dayne – “Prove Your Love”
  • 11/5-7 – Boyz II Men – “End Of The Road”
  • 11/8-9 – The Hooters – “And We Danced”
  • 11/10-12 – Big Bad Voodoo Daddy – “Go Daddy-O

This year festival will run from August 30 to November 12, 2018. Stay tuned for more updates!

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Check Out the Cookie Dough Ice Cream at Plaza Ice Cream Parlor

Plaza Ice Cream Parlor

The Plaza Ice Cream Parlor at Disney’s Magic Kingdom is offering a very popular ice cream flavor for a limited time. Now through the end of April, cookie dough is on the menu!

Located on Main Street, USA, The Plaza Ice Cream Parlor serves up hand scooped ice cream. You can select your favorite flavor and have it dished up in a fresh waffle bowl, cone or between two freshly made chocolate chip cookies. Ice cream flavors include the classics such as vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry along with modern favorites like cookies and cream, and mint chocolate chip. Toppings like hot fudge, caramel and peanut butter can also be added to those delicious flavors.

These amazing treats will cost between $5 and $6 unless you are ordering the famous Mickey’s Kitchen Sink Sundae, priced at $17. Hurry in to grab your cookie dough ice cream, available through the end of April.

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New Magic Shot Available Featuring Kevin from Up

Kevin Magic Shot

There is a brand new magic shot available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom park featuring Kevin from the Pixar movie Up. Kevin is a giant, tropical bird discovered by Russell during the movie and ends up needing to be saved from the evil Charles Mintz. Russell names Kevin shortly after meeting him but soon discovers that Kevin is actually a female with babies. Kevin, the chocolate bar loving friend of Russell, Mr. Fredricksen and Dug the dog can now be featured in your Disney Photopass pictures.

Disney Photopass photographers are located in numerous areas around each park and select resorts. Any Disney Photopass photographer in Asia or Discovery Island at Disney’s Animal Kingdom that is not located at a Character Experience is able to capture Kevin in your magic shot. Other magic shots at Animal Kingdom include Pascal from Disney’s Tangled, a Banshee from Pandora – The World of Avatar and a Wilderness sash as worn by Russell in Up.

What has been your favorite magic shot?

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Color Changing Chilled Noodle Salad at Lucky Fortune Cookery

Color Changing Noodle Salad

Pixar Fest has brought in some unique Pixar themed food options including this color changing Chilled Noodle Salad.  This fun color changing food can be found at Lucky Fortune Cookery.  Pixar Fest has brought in many Pixar dishes to celebrate the event.  This fresh and fabulous salad is inspired by our Monsters Inc. friends. The dish includes color changing noodles and Herbaceous Preserved Plants, Sweet and Spicy Vinaigrette, Crushed and Toasted Peanuts with Mint, Thai Basil, Shredded Daikon (a type of radish), and Carrots. This dish is a combination of fresh flavors and crunchy peanuts with a hint of daikon.

Color Changing Chilled Noodle Salad at Lucky Fortune Cookery

The Lucky Fortune Cookery is located at Disney’s California Adventure on the Pacific Warf. This quick service location serves up Asian rice bowls in chicken/beef/tofu, chilled noodle salads, chicken and vegetable potstickers, edamame, fresh mango slices, and several cold beverage options.

Color Changing Chilled Noodle Salad at Lucky Fortune Cookery

 

 


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The Signature Collection Peter Pan Coming To Blu-ray and Digital HD

Signature Collection Peter Pan

Can you believe it’s been 65 years since we first met the famous boy from Neverland? To celebrate this major milestone Disney’s beloved flight of fantasy, “Peter Pan,” will be released as part of the Walt Disney Signature Collection. May 29th it will land in homes on Digital and Movies Anywhere and Blu-ray June 5th. Families will love the all-new and classic bonus features included along with the heartwarming music and extraordinary animation on this epic adventure to Never Land.

The Walt Disney Signature Collection edition of “Peter Pan” invites adventures of all ages to believe in magic once again and experience a timeless treasure from Disney’s golden age of animation that has stirred the hearts and imaginations of moviegoers worldwide since its original 1953 release. The Signature Collection edition offers over two hours of classic bonus features plus never-before-seen extras, including the latest installment of “Stories from Walt’s Office,” which explores Walt’s love of flying and the company planes; a nostalgic reunion between Kathryn Beaumont (the voice of Wendy) and Paul Collins (the voice of John); and new “Oke” renditions of the classic song “You Can Fly” and deleted song “Never Smile at a Crocodile” accompanied by on-screen lyrics and the film’s unforgettable animated characters.

The Signature Collection Peter Pan Coming To Blu-ray and Digital HD

In “Peter Pan,” fantastic adventures await the Darling children—Wendy, John and Michael—when Peter Pan, the hero of their stories, whisks them away to the magical world of Never Land. After flying with Peter and the delightfully impish Tinker Bell past the “second star to the right and straight on till morning,” they explore the enchanted island and Peter’s secret hideout with the Lost Boys, and leap into high-flying battles with swashbuckling pirates and the infamous villain Captain Hook.

The Signature Collection Peter Pan Coming To Blu-ray and Digital HD

“Peter Pan” is the seventh title to join the Walt Disney Signature Collection, which includes groundbreaking films created or inspired by the imagination and legacy of Walt Disney, featuring timeless stories and characters that have touched generations. The film takes its place alongside “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Pinocchio,” “Bambi,” “The Lion King” and “Lady and the Tramp.”

Celebrate the 65th Anniversary of Walt Disney Animation’s Peter Pan, available on Digital and Movies Anywhere May 29 and on Blu-ray™ June 5. Joining the Walt Disney Signature Collection, relive the animated classic with more than two hours of bonus features and new never-before-seen extras. Experience the timeless adventure from Disney’s golden age of animation with the whole family and let imagination soar off to Neverland once again!

You can watch the trailer here:

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Bonus Features:
BLU-RAY & DIGITAL*:
New Signature Collection Bonus

  • Stories from Walt’s Office: Walt & Flight – “Think of the happiest things, it’s the same as having wings”. One thing you’ll notice inside Walt Disney’s office are all of the models and pictures of airplanes. Walt loved planes and was an aficionado of flying. As a continuation of the “Stories from Walt’s Office” series, we’ll soar into the world of one of Walt’s favorite pastimes and look at the history behind the company airplane he used to scout Central Florida looking for the perfect place to build his second theme park.
  • A “Darling” Conversation with Wendy & John: Kathryn Beaumont and Paul Collins – Join Disney Legend Kathryn Beaumont (the voice of Wendy) and Paul Collins (the voice of John) as they reunite for the first time in many years to reminisce and discuss their experiences working on Peter Pan, meeting Walt Disney and learning to fly … literally.
  • You Can Fly” – A new “Oke” rendition and graphic look of the classic Disney song, “You Can Fly,” with fun lyrics on screen and lots of your favorite “Peter Pan” characters.
  • “Never Smile at a Crocodile” – A new “Oke” rendition and graphic look of the deleted song, “Never Smile at a Crocodile”, with fun lyrics on screen and highlighting the relationship between Captain Hook and Tick- Tock the Crocodile.

Legacy/Classic Bonus

  • DisneyView
  • Sing-along Version of the film: Sing along with your favorite songs from the movie.
  • Growing Up with Nine Old Men – “Peter Pan is both a story of living with a child’s sense of openness to the world and an acknowledgement that the path to adulthood most often leads away from those qualities. A parallel of sorts to that duality can be found in Walt Disney and his core group of animators, the Nine Old Men, in their lives and in their work. Our short film will look at who they were and the parts they played in one of the most remarkable team of artists that ever worked together.
  • Deleted Song: “The Pirate’s Song” – Original demo recording of the song played over concept art.
  • Deleted Song: “Never Smile at a Crocodile” – With music played over static concept art of the crocodile from Pater Pan.
  • Deleted Song: “The Boatswain Song” – With music played over static concept art of Captain Hook and his crew.
  • Deleted Scene: “The Journey Home” – A proposed alternate ending where Peter asks the Lost Boys to return home with Wendy and the other children.
  • Deleted Scene: “Alternate Arrival” – A deleted scene where Wendy and the children are initially attacked by the Lost Boys because Tinker Bell tells them that Wendy is holding Peter captive. We also see in this version of the story that Nana the dog travels to Never Land with Wendy and the children.
  • Disney Song Select – Simply play the clip from the movie with subtitles underneath it.
    • “The Second Star to the Right”
    • “You Can Fly”
    • “A Pirate’s Life”
    • “Following the Leader”
    • “Your Mother and Mine”
  • Audio Commentary Hosted by Roy Disney – Audio commentary hosted by Roy Disney, but carried on by several other people.
  • Music and More
    • ”Never Land”: The Lost Song – A bonus piece that sets up the backstory of where this lost song was found and how Richard Sherman recomposed it.
    • Music Video: “Never Land” – Music Performed by Paige O’Hara – A music video of the song “Never Land”
    • Music Video: “The Second Star to the Right” – Music Performed by T-Squad – A music video of the song “The Second Star to the Right” performed by T-Squad.
  • Backstage Disney
    • You Can Fly: The Making of ‘Peter Pan’ – A making-of video of the 1953 Disney classic, “Peter Pan.”
    • In Walt’s Words: “Why I Made ‘Peter Pan’” – Based upon an article written by Walt Disney retold as a dramatic recreation.
    • Tinker Bell: A Fairy’s Tale – An introspective video on the creation, history and personality of the one and only “Tink.”
    • The Peter Pan That Almost Was – Hosted by Ron Clements and John Musker, we take a look at the storyboards and early concepts of a version of the “Peter Pan” film that never saw the light of day.
    • The “Peter Pan” Story – An original featurette for the film created in 1952.

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Incredicoaster Trains First Look

Incredicoaster Trains First Look

The Incredicoaster coming to Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure Park is one of the most anticipated attractions to open this summer. This new experience will have guests racing alongside the Parr family, or the Incredibles, as you attempt to catch baby Jack-Jack with a super combination of character figures, lighting and special effects!

Incredicoaster Trains First Look

The Incredicoaster, transformed from California Screamin’, will race around Pixar Pier on steel tracks that cover a distance of almost 1-1/8 miles—the longest and fastest roller coaster at the Disneyland Resort. The Incredibles will come to life with a super combination of character figures, lighting, music and special effects!

Make sure you go see Pixar’s “The Incredibles 2” which opens in theaters June 14, 2018. There will be some tie-ins to the movie with new character moments, new scenes and special effects, and an exciting musical score. Guests will be able to experience the Incredicoaster this summer at Disney California Adventure park!

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Toy Story Play Time Releasing Two New Mini-Games Tomorrow

Toy Story Play Time Mini-Games

Have you had a chance to experience “Slinky Dog Stretch” at https://www.toystoryplaytime.com yet? It’s one of three mini-games Disney has put together for us to enjoy as we wait for Toy Story Land to open June 30th.

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Slinky Dog Stretch has you follow the paw prints as quickly as possible before Slinky’s tail catches up to the rest of him.

During our behind the scenes tour of Toy Story Land today we had a chance to learn that 2 new mini-games are being released to Toy Story Play Time! They will be released tomorrow but we have a sneak peek just for our readers!

Toy Story Play Time Releasing Two New Mini-Games Tomorrow Toy Story Play Time Releasing Two New Mini-Games Tomorrow

The Claw Challenge gives you a chance to become “The Claw”. You’ll have 60 seconds to grab as many “chosen ones” before the time runs out.

Toy Story Play Time Releasing Two New Mini-Games Tomorrow Toy Story Play Time Releasing Two New Mini-Games Tomorrow

The other game to be released tomorrow is “Trivia Mania”! This is the one I’m excited about. This game tests your Toy Story knowledge and the questions get harder as you progress, eventually making your way to a Sudden Death component.

Check out our video of Christopher Stewart, General Manager and David Minichiello, Executive Creative Director of Toy Story Land as they give us a little more details on what has been happening behind the scenes at Toy Story Land and the new mini-games.

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Cute and Sweet Her Universe Fantasyland Dress

Fantasyland Dress

Have you seen the gorgeous Her Universe Fantasyland dress from Disneyland yet? It’s similar to the other Fantasyland Dress, but while that one pairs more of a homage to Walt Disney World, this one captures the beauty of Disneyland.

This dress has a soft pink color, with pastel accents in blues and purples. The Castle is nestled among iconic attractions like “it’s a small world” the Sword in the Stone, and The Mad Tea Party. I love that the neckline and bodice of this dress has nods to Aurora’s classic dress, complete with a blue collar, in case we still haven’t decided on Team Pink, or Team Blue. You can find this Her Universe dress at the Dress Shop at Le Bat en Rouge in New Orleans Square, in Disneyland.

What do you think of the Disneyland version of the Fantasyland Dress?

First Look at New Photos from Toy Story Land

Toy Story Land Photos

The opening date of Toy Story Land is getting closer and closer. It is getting really exciting seeing all of the new installations and construction being finished as we hit the home stretch before June 30th arrives. Today a brand new sign has just been installed inside Toy Story Land only a few hours ago.

This sign is made to look like one of Andy’s wooden toy block creations. “Toy Story” is displayed on a large wooden Yo-Yo while “LAND” is spelled out using four wooden letter blocks that are each two feet by two feet by two feet in size. Woody will be installed next to the sign in the next few days.

First Look at New Photos from Toy Story Land

We can also see green army men stationed around Slinky Dog Dash, protecting the perimeter. Slinky Dog has been riding the coaster every day. And we have been told he is very happy to be there and riding along his new track.

We got a little sneak preview of Toy Story Land today. Check out our video of Christopher Stewart, General Manager and David Minichiello, Executive Creative Director of Toy Story Land as they give us a little more details on what has been happening behind the scenes.

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Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels Announce ‘Teacher Appreciation Rates’ for This Summer

Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels

Teacher Rates

Who deserves a vacation more than a teacher? Seven Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels and Walt Disney World want to make that vacation a bit more affordable for teachers with special “Teacher Appreciation Rates” for this Summer.

The “Teacher Appreciation Rates” are available for travel dates from May 28 to September 15, 2018. Taking advantage of this discount allows Guests the  opportunity to take in the many exceptional new offerings at the Walt Disney World Resort this summer. This Summer is already going to be “Incredible” with new experiences throughout all four Theme Parks. There is also the grand opening of Toy Story Land on June 30. I know I’m ready to take a ride on the Slinky Dog Coaster and a spin on the new Alien Swirling Saucers!

Visiting also provides the chance to experience the new venues at Disney Springs, which offers a diverse mix of shops, an impressive variety of new upscale and casual dining options and outstanding live entertainment options. Recently named by the New York Times as one of the 52 Places to Go in 2018 (in the world), Disney Springs now features more than 130 establishments across its four outdoor neighborhoods.

Featuring an ideal location in the Walt Disney World Resort, the seven Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels are within an easy walk to Disney Springs and also provide shuttle transportation every 30 minutes to all four Walt Disney World Theme Parks, two water parks, and at night to the Disney Springs area.

Additionally, through December 31, 2018, Guests staying at the Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels can take advantage of Extra Magic Hours and the chance to reserve FastPasses 60 days in advance vs. the prior 30-day window.

As a bonus, guests at these hotels also receive the 2018 Disney Springs Passport” booklet that features discounts and specials from Disney Springs merchants on entertainment, shopping and dining. Among the coupons featured in the booklet are discounts and special offers at House of Blues Restaurant & Bar, T-REX Café, Rainforest Café at Disney Springs Marketplace, The Polite Pig, STK Orlando, Wolfgang Puck Express at Disney Springs Marketplace, Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop, Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company, Crystal Arts by Arribas Brothers, Dino Store at T-REX, Rainforest Café Retail Village, Johnny Was, and Orlando Harley-Davidson at Disney Springs.

The Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels’ “Teacher Appreciation” room rates for stays from May 28 to September 15, 2018 are:

  • B Resort & Spa — rates from $89 per room, per night
  • Best Western Lake Buena Vista – rates from $125.99 per room, per night
  • DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Orlando — rates from $125 per suite, per night
  • Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace – rates from $147 per room, per night
  • Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista – rates from $111 per room, per night
  • Holiday Inn Orlando – rates from $99 per room, per night
  • Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista – rates from $82 per room, per night.

For information on the special hotel rates, or to make a reservation, CLICK HERE. The “Teacher Appreciation Rates” apply to Preschool, Daycare, Kindergarten – College teachers and support staff in the U.S. and Canada.

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