The Animal Care team at Conservation Station has some new animals to brag about with the arrival of three kunekune pigs, a rare breed that has just made its debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Found in New Zealand but believed to have originated in China, kunekune pigs also are known
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D23 Brings Magic and Merriment to Walt Disney World Resort
This past weekend members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club enjoyed two full days of holiday happenings at Walt Disney World Resort during the club’s annual Magic and Merriment event. In fact, the event was so popular in past years that D23 doubled the capacity this year by offering
Top 5 Theming Triumphs at Disney World
I know right out of the gate that I don’t have a hope of picking five winners that everyone will agree with in today’s Top 5 list. But you know me; I’m going to try anyway! Some theme parks may have a ride or two to rival Disney’s, but no
Wild Africa Trek at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Celebrates 15,000th Guest
Now there’s a rare sight. Mickey Mouse and Goofy just rolled out the red carpet in the wild for a special group of adventurers exploring Wild Africa Trek at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It’s part of the celebration of an important milestone at the experience – our 15,000th guest.
Wayne Brady, Seth Rogen and Maria Bello Enjoy a Walt Disney World Holiday Weekend
Thanksgiving week and weekend brought some talented celebrities to Walt Disney World Resort, as several stars from Tinseltown met our very own Disney Parks stars.
TEA Honors Joe Rohde and Disney with Thea Awards
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Nov. 16, 2011 – The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) recently announced recipients of its 18th annual Thea Awards, and Disney Theme Parks and Resorts received four honors, including a lifetime achievement award for Walt Disney Imagineer Joe Rohde. The awards, which will be presented at a gala in March, recognize and …
Annual Passholders receive free 2012 Calendar
For Annual Passholders that are going to be visiting Walt Disney World during December, Disney has announced that annual passholders will be able to receive a free 2012 calendar. To get the calendar, just head on over to Disney Outfitters at Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park. This offer starts on
Can you rent lockers at Walt Disney World?
Often the question is asked, can you rent lockers at Walt Disney World? The answer is yes! Locker rental is an additional fee, but if my memory serves me correctly, the fee wasn’t a terrible expense. Here are the locations where you can rent lockers: Magic Kingdom has locker facilities
A Day in the Life of Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Famously “NotAZoo,” at its 1998 opening, Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort broke the theme park mold. Imagineers considered many factors when designing this property. They focused first and foremost on the comfort and well-being of the animals and the safety of Guests. However, their primary goal, as
Shop like a Diva – Downtown Disney
We can’t forget Downtown Disney! Even though we’ve already talked about where to shop in Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom, you obviously STILL WANT MORE. Well, I’m not going to disappoint! Downtown Disney Obviously, Downtown Disney is the mother-load for Disney Shopping, but it just doesn’t have
Disney’s AVATAR: James Cameron Explores Disney’s Animal Kingdom
As work continues to bring the epic fantasy world of AVATAR to life at Disney Parks, filmmaker James Cameron and his Lightstorm Entertainment producing partner Jon Landau explored Disney’s Animal Kingdom yesterday with Tom Staggs, Chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, and Imagineer Joe Rohde. “Getting the chance to
Shop like a Diva – Animal Kingdom
Still shopping? Of course you are, this is Walt Disney World and buying stuff to prove you’ve been there is half the fun! At your time in Animal Kingdom you’ll find some more goodies. Don’t forget to check out my other articles below. Animal Kingdom For Adult clothing- Island Mercantile-
Disney World Quick Tips – Enhance Your Disney Memories, Theme Your Photos
Lots of folks shoot hundreds of pictures on each visit to Walt Disney World. I’m even worse because I rarely take less than 1500 – 2000 shots every time. Rather than just taking pictures for the sake of taking them try to have a theme for each trip and carry
AVATAR coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disney Parks
On Sept. 20, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts announced an agreement for exclusive global theme park rights with filmmaker James Cameron and Fox Filmed Entertainment to bring the fantastical, science fiction world of AVATAR to Disney’s Animal Kingdom and possibly other locations. The agreement establishes a long-term creative partnership between
