Oldies But Goodies – How Effective Is Disney Transportation For Seniors?

Let me be up front with you, as a Disney consumer who happens to be an Oldie I really enjoy the Walt Disney World transportation system. There are a few reasons why. We have stayed off site and driven to the parks each day (that will never happen again), we

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Hold it! The truth about the “courtesy hold”

Picture this-You are planning your Disney Cruise Line vacation and during the quote process you hear the inevitable “would you like me to place that on a courtesy hold for you?” Time seems to stand still as you ponder this question… Do you really need to hold your desired stateroom,

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Disneyland employee falls in park, dies of natural causes

A Disney cast member collapsed last Wednesday in Disneyland amusement park, and later died. Philip Doyle, 58, worked in the food services department.  Doyle was making a delivery after 1 pm near the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction and his co-workers got concerned when he didn’t return quickly.   He was

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Don’t Miss Downtown Disney Car Masters Weekend

Attention all “Cars” fans – I’ve got a great announcement for you tonight. The Disney Parks Blog just got word that the gang from Radiator Springs will head this way next month for a brand new event – Downtown Disney Car Masters Weekend – which will take place May 13-15.

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Disney to Build Luxury “Health Focused” Suites at the Contemporary Resort.

If you’ve ever wanted to combine the luxury of a spa retreat with your Disney World vacation, look no further:  Disney is converting the entire 14th Floor of the Contemporary Resort into a spa retreat, complete with a private yoga studio, concierge service, and special health-conscious menus.  In addition, guests can book one

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Specialty Rooms Will Give Guests The Royal Treatment

Hi everyone. I’m thrilled to start off the day by breaking another exciting announcement here on the Disney Parks Blog about two new Specialty Room offerings coming to the Walt Disney World Resort – health and wellness suites and Royal Guest Rooms.

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Disney Princess Plastic Trikes Recalled by Kiddieland Due to Laceration Hazard

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.  It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name

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Travelex Insurance Launches an Exclusive Plan for DISNEY VACATION CLUB Members

Travelex provides a valuable service to DISNEY VACATION CLUB Members with a tailored travel insurance plan for vacation ownership. The protection plan provides DISNEY VACATION CLUB Members with comprehensive coverage for common travel concerns such as medical emergencies, trip cancellation or interruption and baggage loss or delay.  This customized plan

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The Chip And Company Disney Week In Review For April 25

Welcome to the Disney Week In Review from your friends at Chip and Company. We all hope you got to enjoy time with your families and friends over the Easter and Passover holidays. There was a lot of news this week and, as usual, our brilliant writers were more than

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Disney Parks Extends Special Offers for Military Families

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts has a long-standing history of honoring military personnel and their families and today, we’re pleased to announce that we are extending our discounted theme park tickets and room rates for active military and spouses, retired military, National Guard and Reservists through September of 2012. This extension coincides with The Walt Disney Company’s participation in “Joining Forces,” an initiative launched by the White House to bring attention to the unique needs of America’s military families.

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Touring Plans Starts the Latest Free Dining Rumor.

The latest free dining rumor comes courtesy of Touring Plans own Len Testa. Today on Twitter, an innoucuous little tweet announced: “Disney reviews its quarterly numbers May 10. Word is a tasty discount will be out before then. ^len” We don’t’ know what dates it will cover (although if we

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