Two Walt Disney World Resort cast members recognized as experts in water quality and aquatic safety have been tapped to join a national panel that will establish standards for constructing and operating swimming pools. Amy Duck, a safety and health manager and Michael Beatty, a manager with engineering services, will
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How Detailed Should Your Park Touring Plans Be?
Touring plans are a very personal thing and vary from group to group. Even if you don’t have a plan, that’s your plan – you don’t have a formal plan. People vary in their approach from the “wing its” to the “plan every moment of the day” types. Many people
Anytime is a good time to eat at Chef Mickey’s
On our most recent DisneyWorld vacation we had the opportunity to experience Chef Mickey’s not once but twice. We ate here for Breakfast and ventured in for Dinner as well. While the food is as different as night and day the experience was not. Like a cool breeze from an
Races Around The World- an Intro to runDisney
Already in 2011, over 70,000 people have participated in runDisney events. But, what is runDisney and what are these events? RunDisney is the official “brand” for all of Disney’s endurance events. Throughout the year, runDisney hosts many different endurance weekends and events. Starting in January with the annual Walt Disney
Off to Neverland On Disney Cruise Line
“Off to Neverland, and aaawwaay we go!” When you “think of the happiest things” (vacation planning!) what comes to mind? Running through the parks sun up to sun down, racing to attractions, worrying about advanced dining reservations or would you rather be like the mermaids in the lagoon…relaxing and splashing
Oldies But Goodies – Fatigue Is Our Enemy
One of the most frequent complaints I hear from my fellow Seniors when they travel to Walt Disney World is that they are so tired out by the second or third day they couldn’t enjoy the rest of their visit. There are a number of things that can cause this
Toy Story team possibly together again in new movie
Disney studios is working toward pairing Tom Hanks and Tim Allen in a movie centered around the Jungle Cruise attraction in a live-action film. This is an attempt by Disney to revive it’s original Disneyland attraction. Producers and script writers have been chosen, director has yet to be named. Script
Disneyworld Planning 101 – To Meal Plan or Not To Meal Plan
When planning your Disneyworld Vacation you have several options to choose from especially when making your meal plans. Everyone has their own secrets and shortcuts for saving money. Just briefly I will highlight the choices and provide you with a few money saving tips for my Disneyworld Planning 101 series.
Summer at Walt Disney World: How to Prepare
Visiting Walt Disney World is a fun experience for the whole family. However, if you are going in the summer months, there are some things that you need to prepare for. The Orlando area during the months of June, July, and August averages a high temperature of 90 degrees during
Power of 10 Give Kids The World $1,000,000 fundraiser
What is the Power of 10? We are a group of Disney fans who want to help share our passion for Disney with those who need it most: children with life threatening illnesses and their families. When these children ask to visit Walt Disney World through organizations like the Make-A-Wish
Bruce Willis Stops by Hollywood Studios
Bruce Willis posed with Minnie Mouse and Goofy at Hollywood Studios with the famed mouse-eared water tower (dubbed the “Earrfel Tower”) in the background. The water tower was inspired by Disney’s landmark water tower that has been an icon of The Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California, for many years.
Disney Union Agreement Reached
A majority of Walt Disney World’s largest union coalition approved their contract after months of negotiations. President of the Services Trades Council, a group of the 6 unions which make up about 20,800 full-time employees has confirmed the results. Leaders of 2 of the unions in the STC are decrying
Jake and the Never Land Pirates Landing at Disney’s Hollywood Studios as Part of Show Debuting March 4
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Jake and the Never Land Pirates are landing at Disney’s Hollywood Studios March 4, 2011, less than a month after they cast off on their first adventure on Disney Channel as part of the launch of Disney Junior programming desig…
Nordstrom and Disney Celebrate 45th Anniversary of ‘It’s A Small World’ With Kid’s Fashion Apparel
Nordstrom and Disney Consumer Products (DCP) will celebrate the 45th anniversary of the beloved ‘it’s a small world’ attraction at Disneyland® park with a whimsical collection of stylish children’s apparel, accessories and footwear beginning today. The collection is inspired by world-renowned Disney artist Mary Blair‘s original mid-century artwork created for
