This past weekend was the much-awaited Character Fan Day weekend. Park guests could take photos with many different Disney characters, most of them rarely seen in the park. Characters included the Seven Dwarfs, Daisy Duck, and Snow White with the Evil Queen. Pictured above is Pinocchio, who ran out to
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Downtown Disney: Create-Your-Own & Customizable Souvenirs and Gifts
One reason I enjoy visiting Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World is the shopping opportunities. But it’s not the standard Mickey t-shirt, which is certainly available, that draws me to Downtown Disney. It’s that many stores offer merchandise to customize and personalize. Custom and Personalized Gifts at Downtown Disney Marketplace
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Opening Ceremony – Kinda’ Fun
We don’t spend a lot of time at Disney’s Animal Kingdom except to see some of the shows and hit a couple of the significant attractions. There are also lots of photo opportunities and we take advantage of those too. On our last visit, for some reason, we got there
Disneyworld Planning 101 – Making the best use of time
If “a penny saved is a penny earned,” then what of time? Shouldn’t it follow that saving time is also merit-worthy? Certainly using time purposefully is important, given that a guest has invested both money and time in a vacation. What is “purposeful” varies from person to person, however. Some
Poll: What do you think about Splash Mountains new lap bars?
After being closed for about a month for refurbishment Disney World’s popular ride Splash Mountain opened yesterday with a new safety feature – Lap Bars. Officials say they hope the feature will prevent people from standing up or getting off the ride while it’s still in operation. Officials also say
Disney World Quick Tips – It’s Hokey and Goofy But It’s Still Fun
When I tell folks that I never miss the Country Bear Jamboree on a Walt Disney World visit the typical reaction happens. First there’s the condescending smile and the rolling of the eyes as if to say – oh well, he’s old and just reliving his childhood. Then you get
Disneyworld Planning 101 – Shopping smart for tickets
The Magic Your Way ticket system lets guests decide what ticket features best fit their Disney vacation plans … and that’s what they buy. Guests decide the number of days and whether optional features; park hopping, visits to Disney attractions outside the theme parks and “non-expiration” of tickets are important.
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
Oldies But Goodies – What Should We Expect From A Walt Disney World Vacation?
I hate to start by saying It Depends but when we, as Seniors, travel to Walt Disney World we have the flexibility and the luxury to make that vacation exactly what we want it to be so long as we are traveling by ourselves or with like minded seniors. We
Is A Disney Internship Right for You?
When I was in high school, there was a group of young people who came from around the U.S. and performed concerts; they were called Up With People. Being a very outgoing teen who dreamed of becoming a singer one day (pre-American Idol), I was very interested in joining this
TV personality Jon Stewart celebrates his daughter’s 5th birthday at Walt Disney World Feb. 4, 2011
Emmy Award-winning TV host and Grammy Award-winning comedian Jon Stewart takes a ride Feb. 4, 2011 on the Tomorrowland Indy Speedway at the Magic Kingdom theme park in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. with his children Nate (left, age 6) and Maggie (center, age 5). The Feb. 4 visit took place
Star Wars + Tron Legacy = 1 Great Mashup
I have a little treat for you Star Wars/Tron Legacy Deeks out there… a new mashup video. Now you get the best of both worlds. Aljon aka JediMouseketeer is our in-house Jedi and Star Wars aficionado. Between battling the Sith and visits to Disney World, he is also the co-host of the ‘WDW
Special Program Provides Tax Help to Thousands of Disney Cast Members
What if I’m missing my W-2? Have I filled out all of the right forms? How do I know what is and isn’t deductible? As millions of Americans deal with those questions on their own this tax season, thousands of Disney cast members can take advantage of free or reduced-cost
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
