Top 5 Disney World Character Conundrums

Let’s face it…we’re all little kids when we’re at Walt Disney World and although we blame it on our children, we’re just as excited to see the characters as they are. Something inside of us still jumps when we see Mickey Mouse and we point and yell…and pretend we’re doing

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Epcot 2012 Flower and Garden Festival Events

  The weather is warming up and soon spring will be sprung! That means it’s time for the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival! The 2012 show will run from March 7th to May 20th this year and will offer all the floral grandeur of years past and then some.

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Restaurants that Need Updating – Epcot’s China Pavilion

The China Pavilion has some of the most beautiful scenery in all of Epcot.  The Pavilion is a great visual representation of China, complete with a replica of the Temple of Heaven, ponds, bridges, and artwork representing the country of China.  Unfortunately, there is one thing completely lost in translation:

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Fun Facts Thrive At 19th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival

The largest number of front-entrance topiaries ever, 1,000 brilliantly hued butterflies, 240 floating mini-gardens and 30 million blooms paint a landscape masterpiece at the 19th annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival March 7-May 20 at Walt Disney World Resort. Among this year’s fun festival facts:  30 million blooms blanket the park

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Love is in the air at Disney World for Lovebirds on Valentine’s Day

The storybook setting and amorous ambiance of Walt Disney World Resort has lovebirds flocking to the Vacation Kingdom for a romantic getaway. Moonlit strolls, luxurious spas and intimate dining make it feel like Valentine’s Day every day. With a romantic overlay for Valentine’s month, a new segment of the “The Magic,

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Eating Healthy at WDW – Lunch Time

Eating healthy at Walt Disney World isn’t always easy. Often, salads and wraps are pre-made and coated in salad dressing, while the other standard options simply include different varieties of hamburgers.  There are a couple of fantastic options for the health conscious and my personal favorite is Sunshine Seasons. Located

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Disney Food Confession – Shawarma Platter

Where can you find it at? Tangierine Cafe-World Showcase Morocco Epcot What is it?  Chicken served with side of Hummus, Tabouleh and a Tangierine Couscous Salad with fresh Moroccan bread. Also available with lamb or a chicken and lamb combo. Why you want it? This was a nice lunch.You walked away

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Table Service in the Parks vs the Resorts – Which is Better? Part 1

This topic stumped me for a while since it clearly falls into the category of it depends. It’s always tough to make recommendations on matters of personal preference since a one-size-fits-all approach simply doesn’t work. Even if the same approach doesn’t work for everyone, do some options have a slight

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Top 10 Rides to Avoid After You Eat

So you just stuffed yourself on a scrumptious meal at your favorite Walt Disney World eatery. If you’re on the Disney Dining Plan, you likely enjoyed a four-square meal and beverage of choice, right? What you need is a nap, but what your family wants is a ride! Do NOT

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Habit Heroes Exhibit Debuts at Innoventions at Epcot

A new interactive exhibit, Habit Heroes presented by Florida Blue and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, debuted at Innoventions at Epcot today. This new experience encourages children of all ages to learn healthy lifestyle habits and become more active. Guests can join forces with Habit Heroes Will Power and Callie

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Coming Soon! Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival March 7-May 20

The largest-ever Disney front-entrance topiary and a stellar cast of HGTV design celebrities boost the flower power at the 19th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival presented by HGTV March 7-May 20 at Walt Disney World Resort.  Here’s a sneak peek of this year’s festival news: Disney’s gardening magic goes

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2012 Flower Power Concert Series at the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival

For me it seems the lineup is a little dated and I think their should be a mix of 60’s – 90’s at the 19th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival’s Flower Power concert series.  Beginning March 9 and continuing each weekend, the Flower Power lineup features two new-to-the-festival acts: 

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Disney trip planning with food allergies

One of the best-kept secrets at Disney World is their food allergy program, which is part of the Special Diets service. It’s not really a secret, and they don’t try to hide it, but it’s not widely known because they don’t advertise it. But they really go the extra mile

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