Time-lapse of the beginning of construction of the expansion of Fantasyland in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World in Florida. Related articles Magic Kingdom Fantasyland Construction Update October 2011 (onlywdworld.com) Imagineers Use Innovative Technology in Fantasyland Expansion (chipandco.com)
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Is Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort And Spa For You?
Walt Disney World’s premier resort is Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa but that’s not really the question here. Is this resort what you are looking for is the question that needs to be answered. This particular resort generates specific and sometimes strong feelings from almost everyone. These feelings run
Is Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort For You?
When you arrive at Walt Disney World and approach Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort for the first time it’s difficult to believe that you are in central Florida as opposed to a beautiful woodland setting in the far northern part of the United States. The setting itself is gorgeous and it
Disney Donates $500,000 to Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida
Minnie Mouse joined Disney VoluntEARS today to deliver bushels of green to Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida in the form of a $500,000 gift for the organization’s expansion. Disney also pledged 20,000 pounds of fresh produce during the next year as part of the commitment. As part of
Disney Youth Programs Hosts Press Event for Student Journalists at Walt Disney World Resort
Recently, Disney Youth Programs hosted a press event for student journalists from throughout the state of Florida. More than 170 middle and high school newspaper columnists, yearbook editors, closed-circuit broadcast producers and aspiring news men and women of all disciplines got a sneak peek at new and upcoming Disney Youth
Support United Way, Save Big at Downtown Disney Benefit Sale
This Saturday, Nov. 5, early-bird shoppers will be awake before sunrise to check out The Benefit Sale at Downtown Disney and support Heart of Florida United Way at the same time. From 5:30-9:30 a.m., shoppers who purchase a $5 voucher will receive a wristband to gain exclusive access to The
Benefit Sale returns to Downtown Disney to raise funds for United Way
Early-bird shoppers will have a fabulous opportunity Nov. 5 to support Heart of Florida United Way and enjoy discounts on most merchandise at participating Downtown Disney Marketplace stores. Shoppers can purchase a $5 voucher that will serve as their ticket to The Benefit Sale. All proceeds from the voucher sales
Accident Report Released in 2009 Collision of Two Monorails at Walt Disney World Resort
The Accident About 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 5, 2009, two monorails collided on a fixed guideway system referred to as the Epcot beam near the Concourse station within Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The accident occurred when the Pink monorail backed through an improperly aligned
Tables in Wonderland – Special Events for November 2011
Tables in Wonderland The Wave . . . of American Flavors Discovery Dinner – At Disney’s Contemporary Resort Thursday, November 17, 2011 6:30 p.m. Reception; 7:00 p.m. Dinner Meet at The Wave… of American Flavor’s Main Podium Dress Code – Casual Evening Attire $92 per person, includes tax and gratuity
Before ‘Must See Disney’ there was ‘Walt Disney World Tour’
How many of you remember these videos from the Walt Disney World Resort? While Stacy is pretty cute she can get a little annoying. I hope you like these classic videos. Have a zip-a-dee-doo-dah day! Related articles Electrical Water Pageant Celebrates 40 Years at Walt Disney World Resort (chipandco.com) What
ESPN Wide World of Sports Named ‘Business of the Year’ at SPORTYS
The Central Florida Sports Commission recognized ESPN Wide World of Sports at Walt Disney World Resort as “Business of the Year” last month at the inaugural Central Florida SPORTYS Awards. The event honored deserving local athletes, coaches, employees and businesses, ranging from amateur to professional, throughout Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole and
The Astro Orbiter Catches Fire in the Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland
Reports are coming in all around the Disney Blog o Sphere that there has been a small fire in Tomorrowland, Florida. The fire, which started around 9:30 AM, has shut down all of Tomorrowland so that emergency vehicles can respond to the event. So far, there have been no injuries
Runner’s World – Run With Clif Bar Sweepstakes
Attention Disney World Marathon Runners! Enter Runner’s World’s Run With Clif Bar Sweepstakes for your chance to win a trip to Florida to compete in the 2012 Walt Disney World Marathon, a prize worth $1,500. Click here to learn more and to enter. Related articles Sweepstakes: Enter daily for
Florida Residents Sail and Save!
Two December sailings are available at spectacular low rates for Florida residents! December 17, 2011 7-Night Eastern Caribbean Disney Magic 05C (Deluxe Oceanview with Verandah) $195 per person, per night December 30, 2011 8-Night Eastern Caribbean Disney Magic (New Years Cruise!) 05C (Deluxe Oceanview with Verandah) $195 per person, per
