Gertie’s Ice Cream of Extinction Finally opens but not for long…

Every single day, on the shore of Echo Lake inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you can see Gertie in all her 1930’s “California Crazy” architectural goodness. She loves to pose for pictures and is very photogenic. Unfortunately, she is only open seasonally for the business of selling ice cream and treats. Catching her

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Playing it Safe in the Parks: Lightning Safety at Disney World

What joy spring brings!  Flowers bloom, empty forests refill with abundant green foliage, forest animals make friends with random princesses…wait a minute…okay so maybe that last one was a stretch (unless you are 100% princess like me.  Accept it.  Embrace it.)  Any rate, with all of these spring things comes

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Room Only and Free Dining Discount has been released

Hello everyone!  You’ve been dreaming of a magical discount and Disney has delivered!  The most sought after discount, FREE Disney DINING is now available to guests that have a Disney Visa Card!  If you don’t have  a Disney Visa, don’t worry, the discount will be available to the general public

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Free or Inexpensive Activities and Events Around Walt Disney World

Have you ever wondered if there are free or inexpensive activities and events around Walt Disney World? There are plenty of options for days you don’t have park tickets or things you can do after your day at the parks. Here is a list of some free or inexpensive activities

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How to Make the Most Out Of Your Dining Plan: Breakfast at Disney World

When you book a reservation to stay at a Disney resort at Walt Disney World, you have the option of adding a Dining Plan to your reservation. These dining credits can be used at hundreds of locations throughout the Walt Disney World between all four theme parks, both water parks,

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2013 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Tickets & Details

One of Disney World‘s annual special events is Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, which happens every fall leading up to Halloween! Disney has just released the official dates and tickets for the 2013 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party. Boo! Don’t be afraid. The screams you hear are squeals of

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Expanded BoardWalk Bakery Reopens at WDW today with New Treats

Get ready for some super new taste sensations when the BoardWalk Bakery reopens bright and early this morning – 6:30 a.m. to be exact. “The new location is twice the size of the original bakery, themed to the 1920s Jersey shore,” says John Berko, manager of food & beverage at

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Special Announcement – Jiko, The Cooking Place presents May Wine Dinners

Jiko – The Cooking Place is pleased to announce the following Wine Dinners… South African Winemakers Tour – Saturday, May 4th 2013 & The Wines of Warwick Estates – Thursday, May 16th, 2013. The following details apply to both events: 6:00pm Reception/6:30pm Dinner $160, plus tax and gratuity Business Casual Evening Attire

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Monsters University Monorail Pulls Into Walt Disney World

There’s a new monorail in town here at Walt Disney World Resort that you’ve just gotta see! One of the monorails on the Magic Kingdom Park Resorts loop now features the cast of Disney•Pixar’s new movie Monsters University,” including Mike, Sulley and a host of new characters you’ll meet when it comes

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Great Restaurants for Last-Minute Advanced Dining Reservations

Last week, we told you about some Disney World restaurants that can be rather difficult to get advanced dining reservations for. Well, you may be wondering now, what restaurants can I make reservations for with little advance notice? If you’re a last-minute person, here are some great restaurants for you

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Disney World Annual Passholders Now Receive Discounts at Even More Restaurants

There are plenty of perks for guests who decide to purchase and become Walt Disney World annual passholders. Some of the benefits included in being Disney World annual passholders are: Unlimited admission for one year to all 4 Walt Disney World theme parks Access to multiple Disney Theme Parks on

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Disney Parks Monstrous Summer Sweepstakes From Coca-Cola

You can enter for your chance to win a vacation to either Disneyland or Walt Disney World for a family of four from Coca-Cola with the Monstrous Summer Sweepstakes! This summer, Disney Parks are celebrating a monstrous summer with unforgettable thrills including new shows and attractions as well as Limited

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Hardest Restaurants to Get Advanced Dining Reservations at Walt Disney World

Most of the table-service restaurants at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida accept advanced dining reservations. Advanced dining reservations become available 180 days in advance. There are numerous restaurants that are so popular that you do need to plan six months in advance to make sure you can

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