Oh, How I Love a Good Cast Member!

In a fairly recent WDW Radio Podcast, I remember Lou Mongello and his co-host talking about cast members and how to acknowledge a really good Cast Member. I had never previously thought about this – I always appreciated interactions with Cast Members, but never thought to show my appreciation with

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Has Disney’s Hollywood Studios Lost it’s Magic?

Let me start with saying – Disney’s Hollywood Studios has never been a “must” on our trips. Since it’s inception as MGM, it’s always been a pretty park, but has never had much drawing me to visit. We decided to stop in with hopes of riding Toy Story Midway Mania

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Disney Junior To Debut In February 2011 On Disney Channel

In February 2011, Disney Channel will debut Disney Junior, a new multiplatform brand devoted to children ages 2-7 and their families, it was announced today by Carolina Lightcap, president, Disney Channels Worldwide. Disney Junior will invite parents and grandparents to join their children in the Disney experience of magical, musical

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Disney’s Princess Half Marathon Weekend presented by Lady Foot Locker

Friday, February 25 – Sunday, February 27, 2011 Fairytales do come true. One mile at a time. Disney’s Princess Half Marathon Weekend brings women of all ages together to participate in a magical event designed just for them. The Disney Princesses are the inspiration for the weekend’s events and will

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Disney Dream Dining Includes an Extra Dining Course

Mealtimes aboard the Disney Dream are memorable entertainment experiences for families and guests of all ages – including adventures to a colorful coral reef, a park-like conservatory and a regal banquet hall where dinner includes a full course of fun. The elaborately themed restaurants and distinctly Disney touches combine with

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Boy has DisneyWorld trip ruined after US immigration rules him a threat

Civil servants Kathy and Edward Francis planned to surprise their grandson Micah Strachan with the holiday of a lifetime to Florida in February. They were only going to tell Micah about it when they took him to the airport on February 19 for the flight to the US. They had

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Save the Date for the 2012 Disneyworld Marathon Weekend

With this years Disneyworld Marathon in the books we turn our eyes to next year. Disney has just annouced the dates of next years Disneyworld Marathon Weekend. Save the date! Join us next year, January 5 – 8, 2012 at the WALT DISNEY WORLD® Marathon Weekend presented by CIGNA. Registration

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KRAFT Singles Unwraps Big Family Fun With Disney On Ice

KRAFT Singles, America’s favorite brand of American cheese, has partnered with Disney On Ice to bring the magic of Disney to consumers nationwide. Now through May 31, 2011, any KRAFT Singles package wrapper can be redeemed for a pair of 50 percent discounted tickets to any of five fantastic Disney

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Hero’s Welcome Awaits Chilean Miners and Their Families at Walt Disney World Resort

A New Year will mean new memories for the Chilean miners whose saga transfixed the world, as they are treated to a hero’s welcome and family vacations of a lifetime at Walt Disney World Resort next month. During their complimentary six-night Disney vacation, Jan. 27-Feb. 2, 2011, the miners, their

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Defending Marathon Winner Adriano Bastos Returns to Disney in Quest for Seventh Straight Title

The ever-popular Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend returns Jan. 6-9, 2011, with opportunities for runners of all ages and abilities.  Coming off a record-breaking event in January 2010 that drew 55,000 registered runners from all 50 states and 50 countries, the weekend includes kids’ races, a Family Fun Run 5K,

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Disney’s Pixie Hollow – Happy Hollow-days Sweepstakes

Enter Disney‘s Pixie Hollow’s Happy Hollow-days Sweepstakes for your chance to win one of 10 prize packs including membership to Pixie Hollow and a $250 Disney gift card. Eligibility: USA, 13+ Start Date: November 30, 2010 End Date: December 28, 2010 at 12:00 a.m. PT Entry Frequency: One time per

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Walt Disney World Resort VoluntEARS Collect 20,000 Toys for Local Children

I love to read about stories like this and the generosity of the Disney VoluntEARS. With approximately 20,000 brand new toys in tow, Walt Disney World Resort VoluntEARS were on a mission this morning to make the holidays brighter for thousands of local children. Joined by Mickey Mouse and Duffy

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