D23 Reveals New EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS AND OFFERS for Members

Whether they’re headed to a Disney Park or staying close to home, members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club can save hundreds of dollars on their favorite activities, events, and attractions when they present a D23 Membership card or use special member-only online codes. To kick off the New

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Top Five Reasons Why WDW Is The Perfect Adult Vacation Spot

There are many people out there who think of Walt Disney World as a place for kids and families, and it is true that they do cater largely to that crowd. BUT, that isn’t all they do – they work hard to make WDW a place where those of all

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Celebrating Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend with New Vinylmation and Dooney & Bourke Bags

Soon, thousands of fans will be cheering for those participating in the 20th Anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by Cigna on January 10-13, 2013. There will be a variety of 20th Anniversary merchandise items available during the weekend. Vinylmation is no stranger to the Marathon Weekend. This year,

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Walt Disney Studios Seeks An Emergency Stay of Judge’s Order on 2D To 3D Movie Conversions

  The Walt Disney Studios have asked a federal judge to block a bankruptcy court ruling that would allow the sale of patents related to 3-D movies.  Disney is fearful that a decision could mean that it will not have the ability to convert 2D movies 3D without fear of being

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Walt Disney World Park & Resort Refurbishment Calendar for January 2013

Please be advised that refurbishment information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Magic Kingdom Park Jan. 2 – March 19, 2013: Splash Mountain will be closed for refurbishment. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is the recommended alternate. Jan. 6 – May 17, 2013:

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Why Do the Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse?

That is a question I get when helping friends plan their agenda at Magic Kingdom.  Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse is not a thrill ride and involves climbing a lot of steps (116 to be exact).  So what’s the attraction? It’s a replica of the treehouse the Robinson Family built upon

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Disney World Trip Brings Joy To Farmington Baby And Family

Thanks to the help from family and friends, 16-month-old Addilyn Davis was able to meet her favorite character, Mickey Mouse, at The Walt Disney World Resort in May. Born in August of 2011 Addilyn was diagnosed in February with Krabbe disease, a genetic disorder of the central nervous system.  Unfortunately

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Disneyland Paris Train Accident Injures Four

Four guests were treated for minor injuries after a wagon broke off from a steam engine ride at Disneyland Paris on Thursday. The four guests included a pregnant woman and 13-year old girl.  They were taken to hospital after the accident on the five-wagon Disneyland Railroad, a police source said. The

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Chip’s Disney Prize Pack Giveaway x 3

SO this past weekend I was cleaning out the ol’ Prize Closet and ran across some things I meant to giveaway last year. So I thought I would put together a fun Disney Giveaway just for the New Year. I have 3 sets of prizes I will send out to

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Hand Grenades Found at Downtown Disney

Last night, Wednesday January 2nd, hand grenades were found at 1780 Buena Vista Drive, otherwise known as Downtown Disney. A Walt Disney World janitor found the three hand grenades in a parking lot only open to employees. The hand grenades posed no threat to anyone as they were hollowed out

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Disney DIY: Disney Trip Savings Jar

Our family just confirmed our Walt Disney World travel dates for 2013, and we are so excited! The trip is several months away, though, so to help the time pass till we get back “home,” we have Disney crafts planned. The one I’m featuring today is both fun and functional,

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Top 5 Reasons to Visit Chef Mickey’s

Chef Mickey’s is a character buffet located in the Contemporary Resort, right next door to the Magic Kingdom. This buffet offers a fun, contemporary setting, along with Mickey and the gang dressed in chef apparel! Since this restaurant does showcase the main mouse himself, Chef Mickey’s is one of the

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Disney’s California Grill To Get Makeover

Attention fans of the California Grill!  The restaurant that sits atop Disney’s Contemporary Resort is closing February 1st for a major makeover!   While executive chef Brian Piasecki is tweaking the menu, the culinary focus will remain on fresh, seasonal creations. The California Grill opened on May 15, 1995, and

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Disney World Behind the Magic – What Disney does behind the scenes to help YOU have a better vacation

Walt Disney World, those two words are enough to make you smile-and that’s no accident! Amazingly, everything from the layout of the parks to the scents wafting through the air is designed to boost your happiness. Our friends at, Woman’s World Magazine, wrote an article on how you can incorporate that magical mojo into your life.

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