Carnation Plaza Gardens at Disneyland park is being reimagined into the new Fantasy Faire – an enchanting village square that will immerse guests in the stories of their favorite princesses. Carnation Plaza Gardens Stage will become the Fantasy Faire Stage, where the tales of Disney’s fairy tale heroes and heroines
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Share Magical Memories Sweepstakes and win a Sony Camcorder
Beginning this week, Disney is partnering with Sony Electronics to help guests celebrate memories in a very exciting way. Guests can now submit a written entry on www.disney.com/memories about a special someone in their life who has helped create a special memory (about anything – not just Disney vacations). Five
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Features Landscape of Flavors Food Court
“Better-for-you” options at five mini shops serving breakfast, lunch and dinner is the theme of the Landscape of Flavors food court at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. The new restaurant will be adjacent to the lobby. “The idea is that you customize your choices,” says Chef Ed Wronski, Director, Food &
Marvel Characters Will Arrive in the Disney Parks
Since the Disney acquired Marvel, many fans have wondered if we’d begin to see some of the famous characters like Spider-Man and Hulk in the Disney parks alongside beloved Disney characters such as Mickey and Minnie. At Disney’s shareholder meeting two weeks ago, Bob Iger addressed that directly, and the
Some of the best Disney World Pool Areas
With summer just around the corner and the temperatures climbing steadily, we are thinking of ways to cool off! Fortunately, Walt Disney World is home to some awesome pools to offer some relief from the heat. 1. Stormalong Bay-This pool, at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, is like a mini-water park! The
Kathy Ireland Meets Minnie Mouse at Epcot
Yesterday Kathy Ireland had the opportunity to visit with Minnie Mouse in the United Kingdom Pavilion in Epcot. In fact, Minnie brought out her special St. Patrick’s Day polka-dotted dress to meet Kathy. Disney photographer and Disney Parks Blog author Gene Duncan snapped this photo of the two famous ladies
Disney Announces Heroes Work Here – a Initiative To Hire, Train and Support Military Veterans
At Walt Disney Company’s Annual Shareholder meeting in Kansas City, President and Chief Executive Officer Robert A. Iger announced Heroes Work Here, a new company-wide initiative to hire, train and support returning veterans. The new program continues Disney’s long history of respect and appreciation for the U.S. Armed Forces by
How to Tour the Parks – Zigging and Zagging Your Way Around Disney
One of the most important things to know when planning your days at Walt Disney World is that you may need to adjust your itinerary based on the habits of the other guests. Learning to zig while others zag is based on experiencing the parks on different days and at
Top 5 Ways to Beat the Heat at Disney World
One of the biggest problems guests encounter visiting Walt Disney World is the heat! Extreme heat and humidity can really limit your day at the parks, as well as put a drain on your wallet as you are constantly buying Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bars and drinks to cool down. Heat
Planning Your Disney Vacation: Get Your Customized Maps!
One of the greatest things that Walt Disney World offers is the ability, every six months, to order a set of customized maps. These special maps are made of a thicker paper, and you can put as many favorite attractions, shows, and dining locations on there as you want. The
A Tale of Two Disney Parks Splitscreen Video
Today, for the first time ever, both Magic Kingdom Park and Disneyland park are staying open for 24 hours for an extra day of magic called “One More Disney Day.” And to kick things off, Disney created a special splitscreen video for Disney Parks Blog readers called, “A Tale of
Disney World App Review – Fireworks Photography Field Guide
We have all been there, taking in the awe-inspiring fireworks at the spectacular Disney Parks night shows but can’t seem to get a great picture. Sometimes blurry, or stringy, or just lacking clarity and focus. Want to fix that no matter what camera you take with you to the parks?
Midnight Snack at Disneyland Park During One More Disney Day
Disney Parks Blog is celebrating One More Disney Day by having a Midnight Snack at the Big Thunder Ranch from 11:45 p.m. – 12:45 a.m. on February 29, 2012 (and a little into March 1). Here are the full details. If you are planning to visit Disneyland park for One
American Federation of Musicians Ratifies New Labor Agreement with Walt Disney World Resort
Members of the American Federation of Musicians (AFM), Local 389, have voted to approve a new labor agreement with Walt Disney World Resort that extends through June 2018. Walt Disney World Resort’s new agreement with the AMF, Local 389 includes: Guaranteed pay raises for cast members each of the next
