A lot of people, including yours truly, have made Walt Disney World (WDW) their vacation destination of choice. I’ll give you our reasons and ask you to think about yours. There are just so many reasons that make it ideal for almost everyone it is no wonder that it is
Tag: Epcot
2011 Flower Power Concert Series Returns with Favorite Pop, Rock & Roll, R&B Hit-Makers
The Flower Power Concert Series is back at the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival this spring. Which means artists involved with hit songs of the 1960s through the ’90s will be on stage each Friday-Sunday from March 4 through May 15, 2011. Collectively, the 11 artists performing this spring
Changes to 2011 Food and Wine Half Marathon Weekend
A note from Ken Potrock, Senior Vice-President, Disney Sports Enterprises: Our Disney team has been busy over the past few months with the WALT DISNEY WORLD Marathon Weekend presented by CIGNA and this month’s Disney Princess Half Marathon presented by Lady Foot Locker. We’re off to a great start in
HGTV to Sponsor Disney’s 18th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival
HGTV kicks up the “curb appeal” of the 18th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival March 2 through May 15 with a first-time sponsorship featuring weekend appearances by its acclaimed designers and landscaping experts. The star-studded lineup includes Genevieve Gorder, Lisa LaPorta, Kim Myles, Brian Patrick Flynn, Taniya Nayak, Ahmed
The little things that makes Disney, Disney
In a world where the term “Customer Service” seemingly is not in the dictionary anymore, there is one thing that Walt Disney World does that nobody else does even close: Customer Service. We have been to Disney many times over the years, and will be there many times in the
Disneyworld Hidden Gems- Epcot’s UK Pavilion, pt. 2
In this second part, we bridge the gap between the sheer historical monument of using preexisting buildings as the guide, and drawing inspiration from the typical architecture of the time period. In doing this, the atmosphere becomes much more casual and relaxed. That being said, it seems as though I’m
Be Mine at Walt Disney World
What kind of Disney couple are you… adventurous, fun-loving, or romantic? With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it’s time to plan the perfect Disney day for your sweetheart, no matter whether your budget is big or small. There are endless possibilities. Here are some ideas to get you started.
Walt Disney World Offers Romantic Playground for Lovebirds on Valentine’s Day and Every 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 all the choices available, couples commemorating their commitment have a “heart full”
The Chip And Company Disney Week In Review For February 7th
Welcome to this week’s version of the Chip and Company Disney Week In Review. We are introducing a new addition to the Week In Review starting this week which I will explain a bit later. First, let’s start with some of the big news from Disney this week. We have
Doesn’t Disney World Get Old?
Doesn’t Disney World Get Old? This seems an obvious and reasonable question to ask frequent Walt Disney World guests. You may think Disney World would get old for visitors who have dozens of trips under their belts but the short answer is, “No.” Walt Disney World is continually evolving and
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
Walt Disney World Hollywood Studios: The one ride I MUST ride
In the conclusion to my series on the one ride at each park that I must ride, today I’m taking a look at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. If you remember, my must ride at Magic Kingdom was Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. My must ride at Epcot was Spaceship Earth, and my
Disney World Quick Tips – Don’t Miss The ‘Train Setup’ At Epcot
After you visit the Germany Pavilion and head towards Italy make sure you stop and admire what is called the “Train Setup” just past the Pavilion. It’s a delightful little model of a German town with incredible detail. You will thoroughly enjoy it, particularly those of you who are model
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
