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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Giving is our Way at Disney – a Poem

To the tune of “Winter Wonderland” Community called, we were listening, At the ready, our smiles a glistening Bringing holiday cheer, And donating all year, Giving is our way at Disneyland. We gave away – record donations To charities, and foundations $13 million was contributed, in So Cal it was

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Disney in Christmas – Our Family Traditions

We love everything Disney but the ornaments are one of the best parts of vacation! Before our daughter was born we made several trips but for some reason we never collected ornaments *I believe that I’ll start buying one extra per trip for our memories Before Erinlee*. When our daughter

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D23 Day at The Walt Disney Studios and Archives

D23 Members will have the rare opportunity to enjoy a two-and-a-half hour tour of The Walt Disney Studios and Walt Disney Archives, hosted by D23 and Archives staff. Because of the popularity of the tours, we are offering them on two different days this weekend. Guests will have the chance

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Save 10% off Touring Plans Subscriptions

Just in time for the Holiday! Touring Plans is offering 10% off their Disney World & Disney Land Subscriptions! What better gift to give family and friends than a Subscription to Touring Plans. Be sure to check out the All New Beta Optimized Touring Plans! Optimized Touring Plans allow you

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Disney in Christmas: Magic the Whole Year Through

If Disney is the most magical place on Earth and Christmastime is the most magical time of year its no wonder they go together like Peanut Butter & Jelly (or Banana if thats your fancy).  My home sparkles with the magical shimmer of Disney all year but at Christmas there

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Interview with Hidden Mickeys Author Steven M. Barrett

Not long ago, I had the opportunity to chat with hidden Mickeys expert, author Steven M. Barrett. Steve and his family first fell under Mickey’s spell after visiting Walt Disney World Resort in 1980. Visiting twice yearly until relocating to the Orlando area in 1998, then hitting the Parks as

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Chip and Company Week in Review, December 12, 2011

Welcome back once again to this week’s edition of the Chip & Company Week in Review. Here are the stories that caught our eye last week: Like many of us thought, it is now official: The next DVC resort will be located over at the Grand Floridian! I’m looking forward

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Phineas and Ferb’s Rockin’ Rollin’ Dance Party: Holiday Edition, at Disney California Adventure Park

It’s time to shake it like a bowl full of jelly! Phineas and Ferb have added some special holiday tunes to their Rockin’ Rollin’ Dance Party at Disney California Adventure park. Take a look at the video below to see the tinsel-shaking fun for yourself! Stop by and learn a

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Muppet Mania Features Disneyland Band!

Muppet Mania has swept the nation and left us all singing “mana-mana”, no matter how many times we tell our children to stop…it’s still in all of our heads. While the muppets were busy making parents reminisce and kids smile you may not have noticed  a familiar background in the

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Running out of time to Run!

It’s now less than a month away from the Walt Disney World Marathon weekend 2012, and unlike the inaugural Tinkerbell Half Marathon at Disneyland, the Walt Disney World weekend still has a few available spots!  If you’re a runner or are considering becoming a runner, Walt Disney World is a

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Disney Food Confession – Big Thunder Ranch BBQ

Where can you find it? Disneyland -Frontierland   What is it? All-you-care-to-eat lunch or dinner! The menu is a full blown BBQ full of your favorite fixins…BBQ ribs,chicken,ranch style beans,coleslaw,smoked sausage,corn on the cob and cornbread.There is also a vegitarian menu that includes barbecue skewer with potatoes, squash, bell peppers,

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Capturing Disney in Pictures: Haunted Mansion, Florida Style

  Every photo has a story. People enjoy being scared for fun, and what better place than a haunted house?  Studies show up to 40% of Americans believe in house-haunting. So nearly one in two people believe, more than they believe in any other paranormal actitity, that spirits haunt houses.  Your buddy standing next to you right

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Disney Confidential – Changes coming to Universal Studios Coast to Coast

Hi there guys and gals! Your favorite leading lady Anonymouse here! Boy have the rumor mills been churning today! With the press confirming some big changes to both Universal Studios Orlando and Hollywood I could not resist the chance to speculate! First the big news that Wizarding World of Harry

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