Olympians or not, more than 800 Cast Members on 75 teams paddled their hearts out in the recent Canoe Races of the World event–commonly referred to as C.R.O.W–in Magic Kingdom. Surrounding Tom Sawyer’s Island on the Rivers of America, the racers started near Country Bears Jamboree, passing by Big Thunder
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Update on Fantasyland Expansion
More than a dozen television stations and print publications got a peak behind-the-construction wall at Fantasyland. The largest expansion in Magic Kingdom history will create approximatley 1500 jobs and nearly double the size of Fantasyland. Since construction began in 2010, up to 700 construction jobs have been created, with an
Disney Cast Members donate more than 4,000 meals
More than 4,000 meals will be shared with the Second Harvest Food Bank, a United Way organization, thanks to generous Cast Members who participated in a recent food drive. The drive, which was conducted by the FAMILIES Diversity Resource Group (DRG), in partnership with Walt Disney World Community Relations, collected
Attend a ‘Sounds Like Summer’ Concert at Epcot
Nothing quite says summer to me like an outdoor concert, and guests visiting Epcot this month are in for a real treat thanks to the Sounds Like Summer Concert Series. The series showcases the talents of some of the world’s greatest tribute bands at the American Gardens Theatre in World
Disney Shares the “Science Behind the Magic”
Pixie dust and fantasy make a visit to Walt Disney World Resort, magical. But recently a group of engineers, scientists and astrophysicists saw the magic in a different light during a special “Science Behind the Magic” presentation at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Their eye-opening visit was part of NASA’s 25th annual International Space
Enjoy Father’s Day at Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort
Whisk Dad away to Downtown Disney, where you can enjoy a specially priced meal and then take a stroll – or play at DisneyQuest, or take in Cirque du Soleil – La Nouba, or watch a movie at AMC Downtown Disney 24. Lots of fun ideas! For dads who love
Fresh Veggies, Flatbreads on Magic Kingdom Park Menus
We love a hot order of fries, but these new healthful Magic Kingdom Park sides make us happy – delicious, crunchy veggies that can be paired with some of our favorite vacation bites. We’re a fan of the Lighthouse Sandwich (hummus and broccoli slaw) and grilled salmon with fresh broccoli
Disney to Award Record $1.5 Million to Benefit Central Florida Kids
With help from Mickey Mouse and dozens of VoluntEARS, Walt Disney World Resort today kicked off efforts to award a record $1.5 million in Disney Helping Kids Shine grants to 59 organizations that help enrich the lives of Central Florida kids. Organizations and school districts with programs that use art,
