Legendary filmmaker George Lucas visits Disney’s Hollywood Studios
“Star Wars” creator George Lucas meets Jedi Mickey Mouse, Princess Leia Minnie, Darth Goofy and the lovable Disney droid R2-MK, Aug. 14, 2010 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park. The legendary filmmaker attended a special event at the theme park in honor of the “Star Wars”-themed thrill attraction, Star Tours.
Disney Week in Review – August 8th – August 15th
Summer seems to be winding down for most parents as school is starting up for most families here in NC. Everybody seems to be trying to squeeze in that last vacation before the school year. There has been no shortage of Disney articles this past week. Here are just a
Red Car Trolley to ply Disney California Adventure streets in 2012
A very interesting look at the Red Car Trolley’s from LA Times. It’s a testament to Disney California Adventure’s disconnect from the vision of its famously transportation-obsessed namesake that the Anaheim theme park was built without a ride dedicated to a bus, streetcar or train. Across the way, Disneyland’s Main
Disney extends monthly pay plan
Walt Disney World, which earlier this summer introduced a monthly payment option for annual passes sold online, has extended the program to tickets sold in person. Florida residents buying or renewing annual passes can now opt for the installment-payment option at Disney World ticket windows. Although it’s new at Disney
Possible Deep Discounts Coming for Walt Disney World?
Rumors are floating around this weekend that Disney will announce new, drastic discounts on Monday. According to Touring Plans, these discounts possibly include: The extension of free dining through September 2011 (with blackout dates). If true, …
What Do Changes to the Fantasyland Expansion Mean for Guests?
Yesterday Disney confirmed what has been rumored for weeks now: That plans for the elaborate Fantasyland expansion have been re-tooled in an attempt to balance what many perceive as being too “princess” oriented, leaving very little for boys and adults. Why the change? Well the obvious reason is that Disney
Disneyworld Quick Tip – Want to save money at Disney?
Summer in Disneyworld means its going to be very hot. Having grown up in Florida I know how unbearable it can get in the summer months. You step outside and are instantly smacked in the face by the heat. With all that heat you need to take in extra water.
Ask a Disney Question: Childcare during Disney Marathons.
This question comes from Eric, who asks: “Me and my wife would like to go to Disney World in January for the marathon and for fun. However with both of us wanting to do the marathon we need to know if there will be any child care for our son.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Magical Express.
One of my favorite benefits of staying on site is Disney’s Magical Express which, despite its name, isn’t the name of the tour bus belonging to a 1970s-era rock band. Magical Express, or “ME” as it’s known in Disney online communities, is Disney’s bus system that takes guests from the
Disneyworld Quick Tips – How to recharge your batteries
I love the transportation at Walt Disney World. I just enjoy riding the monorail, boats, and even the buses. I especially love taking the Friendship boats between Epcot and Hollywood Studios. On days we are at Hollywood Studios we like to take the Friendship over to Disney’s Boardwalk and enjoy
Ask a Disney Question: Does Tink Fly During Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party?
This question comes from Terri, who asks: I plan on bringing my Grandson to Disney Dec 19th for the Christmas night event, will Tink fly that night? The last three times I have brought him to Disney Tink did not fly and he was disappointed. My second question is I
Hawaii location shooting ends on Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean 4
This article comes to us from Hawaii Magazine, they share with us the end of on location shooting for Pirates of the Caribbean 4 including an interesting video. It’s time to bid “Aloha!” to Capt. Jack Sparrow and his crew. Hawaii location shooting ends today on Pirates of the Caribbean:
Ask a Disney Question: Keeping Kosher at Disney World.
This question is for Sarah and Ben and all the other readers who’ve asked us about keeping Kosher on Disney property. The easy answer is yes, it’s possible to do so. Obviously, there are no certified Kosher kitchens on Disney property, so you can’t get a meal made to order as you
Ask a Disney Question: Race walking and Disney Marathons.
This question comes from Marcia, who asks “Is there a racewalkers division at the marathon?” Marcia, thanks for your question and for reading the site. There are no race walking divisions in Disney marathons, although you may race walk the event. Disney marathons, of which there are now several big
