D23: Disney’s Official Fan Club Presents Spring 2011 Issue of Disney 23 Magazine

The spring issue of Disney twenty-three magazine hits stands February 1, loaded with articles to delight both Disney fans and the general public. The cover story gives readers a stem-to-stern tour of Disney Cruise Line’s awe-inspiring new ship, Disney Dream, a mighty 4,000 passenger vessel equipped with cutting-edge technology and

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Disneyworld Planning 101 – Where to eat?

One of the hardest decisions when planning my Disneyworld Vacation is “Where to eat?” There are so many choices and so little time! Two of the biggest challenges I, and many other people have to face are: Do I try something new Do I visit the places I know and

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Downtown Disney: Kids’ Birthday Parties at Goofy’s Candy Co.

Looking for a fun way to celebrate a child’s birthday at Walt Disney World Resort? Consider throwing a birthday party at Goofy’s Candy Co. at Downtown Disney, a fun and special way to celebrate someone’s special day. These 1.5 hour parties take place in a small room to the back

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Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom: The one ride I MUST ride

Chip threw down the gauntlet the other day, challenging one of us to write a series of stories on what the one ride at a park you would absolutely have to ride, and why.  So, for this post, I’m going to focus on my must ride for the Magic Kingdom.

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Oldies But Goodies – Renew Your Childhood On The Carousel

O.K. Oldies, it’s time to recall something we all enjoyed as kids and something we can enjoy again as bigger kids. I’m talking about the Prince Charming Regal Carousel which I think should still be called Cinderella’s Golden Carousel but they didn’t ask my opinion or give me a vote.

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Resort Transportation: Walt Disney World Transportation Methods

Walt Disney World is such a big complex of resorts, shopping locations, and of course, the Parks, that there has to be an immense number of different ways to get around in Disney.  In this post, we’re going to take a look at some of the incredible options that a

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Ask a Disney Question: Using Old Park Tickets.

This question comes from Carolyn, who asks: I have entry cards from the passed visit to Disney World…it says that I can use it later…can I use it this trip?  The card is eight years old Carolyn, thanks for reading and for your question.  Yes, you can use this ticket. On

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Ask a Disney Question: Disneyland to Get Rid of Guest Assistance Cards?

We recently got an email from Chuck, who heard a rumor that Disneyland is planning to phase out  Guest Assistance Cards.  I’m happy to report that this rumor is,in fact, false. While there may come a time in the future where GACs are not necessary on many attractions due to

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Want to do Something New at Walt Disney World? Take a Tour!!

One of the more interesting things to do at Walt Disney World, are the various tours that Disney offers. We have been fortunate to do the Keys to the Kingdom tour at the Magic Kingdom, and the Behind the Seeds tour at the Land Pavilion in Epcot in years past, and were thrilled to have the chance to take the Undiscovered Future World tour at Epcot, on our recent trip…and at this point I will say that we are hooked on doing Disney tours: they are a fascinating way to learn about “the World”!

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New iPhone App Planned for Disneyland’s Hidden Mickeys

Disneyland Hidden Mickey fans, your time has come. An iPhone app for tracking down the Hidden Mickeys at Disneyland will soon join the app for Hidden Mickeys at Walt Disney World, which has been delighting guests to the Florida parks since 2009. Fans can sign up to be notified when

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Guest Images Come to Life on Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort

In a dramatic new projection show filled with special effects and magic, Cinderella Castle will transform into a shimmering canvas for images of Walt Disney World guests and the memories they made that day at Magic Kingdom. In the nighttime spectacle, photos of guests captured that very day in the

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Disney Cruise Line Welcomes Newest Ship During Christening Celebration Filled with ‘Dreams’

With a dash of Disney magic and a surprising twist, a helicopter hoisted a 16-foot “champagne bottle” across the bow of the Disney Dream during a christening ceremony this morning officially welcoming the newest ship to the Disney Cruise Line family. Serving the traditional role of godmother for the Disney

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