Disneyworld Planning 101 – Getting the most out of your visit

How can a you get the absolute most theme park fun and value out of your Walt Disney World visit? Get to know the Area! Do your research, and Ask questions. Several examples are: Read a guidebook. I can think of several choices off the top of my head. The

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Disney’s Hollywood Studios Deserves More Credit!!

Almost every time a group of Disney fans start talking about which park they like the most or spend the most time in, Disney’s Hollywood Studios(DHS) comes up on the short end. I must be one of those few folks who really enjoy and appreciate what this park has to

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Bomb Squad Called to Walt Disney World

According to WESH authorities were called out to investigate a suspicious package at Walt Disney World’s Shade of Green Resort. The package was received but there was no return address on it. Orange County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad determined that the package was not a threat, and just a precaution

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Disneyworld Refurbishment Schedule February 2011

Refurbishment/closure information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available here. Current Mickey’s PhilharMagic (Magic Kingdom) closed 1/18/11. Kali River Rapids (Animal Kingdom) closed through 1/29/11 for refurbishment. Studio Backlot Tour (Hollywood Studios) closed through 1/29/11 for refurbishment. Honey I

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The VERY BEST Thing About Our Upcoming Visit

Yes we love, love, love each and every regular visit to Walt Disney World and have since our first time in 1990 (started way too late). We love it so much that the Magic just gets better and better, perhaps because we are at that time of life where we

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Disneyworld Planning 101 – Extra Magic Hours Strageties

This topic is a hot button for me. I have gotten into many debates with people over visiting the parks during Extra Magic Hours. Don’t get me wrong I like the idea of Extra Magic Morning or Evening Hours, but does the HUGE influx of people at that park on

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Disney’s All-Star Music Resort: One Guest’s View

In 2010, my wife and I were back on our own for a 5 night stay at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort (MuR). This is one of the Value Resorts at Walt Disney World. Those who feel that they are musically inclined will find this Resort to their liking. We decided

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Has Disney’s Hollywood Studios Lost it’s Magic?

Let me start with saying – Disney’s Hollywood Studios has never been a “must” on our trips. Since it’s inception as MGM, it’s always been a pretty park, but has never had much drawing me to visit. We decided to stop in with hopes of riding Toy Story Midway Mania

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Pixar Pals Countdown to Fun parade at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

The Pixar Pals Countdown to Fun parade premiered at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Jan. 16, 2011, replacing Block Party Bash. Pixar characters featured in the parade include Dug, Carl, and Russell from Up, Mike, Sully, and boo from Monsters Inc, Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, Bullsye, and Lotso from Toy Story,

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Best Things I Love About Disney – The ‘Friendship’ Boats

We have all taken advantage of the Disney bus system, ridden the Monorail, and most likely driven a car to get from one place to another at Walt Disney World. The entire Disney transportation system is extraordinarily efficient and well operated, and even though there have been a few very

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Review: Walt Disney World Secrets Gold! 1.5

Last week, I reviewed TimeStream Software’s app Walt Disney World Notescast Guide 3.0.  This week, I’m moving on to their recently updated app revealing some 250 of the Secrets of Walt Disney World, and another 200 fun facts! This Notescast is laid out in much the same format as the

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Disney Junior – Live on Stage! Set for Spring Debut at Walt Disney World Resort

As Disney Channel prepares to launch a new multiplatform brand, Disney Junior, in February, both Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s California Adventure are set to debut the new “Disney Junior – Live on Stage!” attraction in March. It’s a prime example of Disney putting synergy in motion across its various

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My Fab Five Disney’s Hollywood Studios Attractions

This  installment will be easy. Disney’s Hollywood Studios is one of two parks where I really enjoy all of the Biggies. I know there are quite a few folks who disagree with some of my choices for my Fab Five but here, all of the best attractions fit in to

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My Fab Five Epcot Attractions

Here we go with my Fab Five attractions at Epcot. Once again I’ll do them in reverse order so we get to the most favorite last. Down the road a bit I’ll explore Fab Fives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Some of the Epcot favorites are not

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