Disney Parks Extends Special Offers for Military Families
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts has a long-standing history of honoring military personnel and their families and today, we’re pleased to announce that we are extending our discounted theme park tickets and room rates for active military and spouses, retired military, National Guard and Reservists through September of 2012. This extension coincides with The Walt Disney Company’s participation in “Joining Forces,” an initiative launched by the White House to bring attention to the unique needs of America’s military families.
Behind the Scenes: Easter at Disney Floral & Gifts
I thought you’d enjoy seeing what makes Easter so special here at Walt Disney World.
HGTV Design Star Judge Vern Yip Scheduled as Final Speaker at 18th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival
Award-winning architectural and interior designer Vern Yip will be the featured presenter during the final weekend of the 18th annual Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival presented by HGTV. Host of Deserving Design and judge for HGTV Design Star, Yip will take the HGTV Designers Stage May 13-15 to share
Monkees’ Davy Jones, Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone Featured on Final Weekends of 2011 Flower Power Concert Series
They both came to America from Manchester, England, and both landed at the top of the pop music charts in the mid-1960s. “They” are Davy Jones and Peter Noone, who will bring the hit-making sounds of The Monkees and Herman’s Hermits, respectively, to Epcot in May as the final two
Last Day to Enter! Club Penguin Earth Day Giveaway
Happy Earth Day Everyone! I hope you are on your way to a great Easter Weekend as well! I know I am 🙂 In celebration of Earth Day Disney’s Club Penguin was nice enough to hook us up with a sweet giveaway for those Club Penguin Fans out there. Earlier
Touring Plans Starts the Latest Free Dining Rumor.
The latest free dining rumor comes courtesy of Touring Plans own Len Testa. Today on Twitter, an innoucuous little tweet announced: “Disney reviews its quarterly numbers May 10. Word is a tasty discount will be out before then. ^len” We don’t’ know what dates it will cover (although if we
Topiary Mater has been added to the array of characters revving up for a dash to the finish with Pixar’s 25th Anniversary Weekend…
CHECKERED FLAG FINISH: Topiary Mater has been added to the array of characters revving up for a dash to the finish with Pixar’s 25th Anniversary Weekend May 13-15, 2011, celebrating “Cars 2” during the 18th annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Fe…
Disney World Quick Tips – Prioritize Your ADR’s
Most Disney visitors plan on dining at some table service restaurants while they are on vacation. I thought most everyone was aware of the Advance Dining Reservation (ADR) system and used it as designed. In reading some of the many Disney forums on the web it is a bit disconcerting
Celebrate Earth Day: Recycling while in Walt Disney World
I frequently vacation in Walt Disney World. With so many visits to Disney World, I begin noticing things that I would not have typically noticed otherwise. For instance, upon check in at any of the Walt Disney Resorts I began noticing the HUGE packets of various brochures detailing the park hours, park maps,
Disney World Planning 101 – Safety at the Parks
Do you let your guard down at Disney World? I find that I do. To most of us, Disney World is not only the happiest place on earth, it’s also one of the safest. It certainly feels like it. There are helpful cast members everywhere. You don’t have to look
Cars 2 World Grand Prix Posters
Here is the complete collection of Cars 2 Movie Posters. They are all high resolution for your saving and printing pleasure. Remember Cars 2 is in theaters on June 24th 2011!
Best Things I Love About Disney – Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
How did I miss this among the many “Best Things” articles I have written. Not only is it one of my favorite attractions it is a true Walt Disney World Classic. It has been around for more than thirty years pleasing park visitors of all ages. There are some attractions
Discounts: Military Rates Extended; AP Rates For Summer 2011
Yesterday, Disney announced that they’re extending military discounts through the end of September 2012. If you are an active-duty or retired military member, you qualify for discounts up to 40% off rooms and for deeply discounted tickets. See your travel agent or call Disney directly. Be careful with this discount–you’ll
Must See – Disney’s BoardWalk
One of my absolute favorite places to visit at the Walt Disney World Resort is Disney’s BoardWalk. The Boardwalk Inn and Villas hosts both an hotel and Disney’s Vacation Club Property. Also, the BoardWalk offers an adorable lake front area with restaurants, shops, and more, reminiscent of turn of the
