Awesome 101: The Fireworks at Magic Kingdom and Epcot

  One of the things that I think of with fondness when I think about Walt Disney World is the fireworks.  I have grown to have a deep appreciation for the fireworks at both Magic Kingdom and at Epcot.  I think the main reason for this was because for a

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Best Things I Love About Disney – Raglan Road

One place we never miss in Downtown Disney is the Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant. It’s not only a place to get an excellent authentic Irish Pub meal but if you lean towards a bit of imbibing in adult beverages it has a great pub attached. You can enjoy

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Oldies But Goodies – World Showcase, More Than A Bunch Of Buildings Part 1

When we tour the World Showcase at Epcot, fellow Oldies, we are so impressed by the beauty of the surroundings and the majesty of the buildings that we tend to think that’s what it is. There is so much more in the World Showcase that when you stop to consider

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Intrepid Traveler authors at March 13 Ormond Beach bookfair

Five authors from The Intrepid Traveler, including a Disney Legend, will take part in a “Meet The Authors Bookfair & Festival” on Sunday, March 13, noon to 3 p.m. at the grounds and plaza in and around the Ormond Beach Library, 30 South Beach St., Ormond Beach. The event is

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Chip and Company Disney Week In Review for March 7th

Time for another look back at the top Disney stories that we shared on Chip and Company over the last week. We take you from a Small World to Big Europe. From a long speech to a long walk. And from cartoons to charity. All of this is only 11

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Dreams Come True as 2011 Disney’s Dreamers Academy Kicks Off at Walt Disney World Resort

An unprecedented 110 “Dreamers” from across the country came together at The Hall of Presidents at Magic Kingdom Park as Walt Disney World Resort rolled out the red carpet for the 4th annual Disney’s Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and Essence Magazine. Disney’s Dreamers Academy is a four-day program aimed

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Price Charming and Princess Aurora waltz royally during the 18th annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival

: In a ballroom of flowers, Price Charming and Princess Aurora waltz royally during the 18th annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival presented by HGTV. The festival, which runs 75 days March 2 – May 15 at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., features dozens of

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Disney Experts Help Establish National Pool Safety Code

Two Walt Disney World Resort cast members recognized as experts in water quality and aquatic safety have been tapped to join a national panel that will establish standards for constructing and operating swimming pools. Amy Duck, a safety and health manager and Michael Beatty, a manager with engineering services, will

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Lady and the Tramp add to the magnificent topiary displays during the 18th annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival

Lady and the Tramp add to the magnificent topiary displays during the 18th annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival presented by HGTV. The festival, which runs 75 days March 2 – May 15 at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., features dozens of character topiaries, stunning

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How Detailed Should Your Park Touring Plans Be?

Touring plans are a very personal thing and vary from group to group. Even if you don’t have a plan, that’s your plan – you don’t have a formal plan. People vary in their approach from the “wing its” to the “plan every moment of the day” types. Many people

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Anytime is a good time to eat at Chef Mickey’s

On our most recent DisneyWorld vacation we had the opportunity to experience Chef Mickey’s not once but twice. We ate here for Breakfast and ventured in for Dinner as well. While the food is as different as night and day the experience was not. Like a cool breeze from an

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Races Around The World- an Intro to runDisney

Already in 2011, over 70,000 people have participated in runDisney events.  But, what is runDisney and what are these events?  RunDisney is the official “brand” for all of Disney’s endurance events. Throughout the year, runDisney hosts many different endurance weekends and events. Starting in January with the annual Walt Disney

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Pick YOUR Best Time Of Year To Visit Walt Disney World

Picking your “best” time to visit Walt Disney World is, for many, less a choice or a “pick” than it is a time frame dictated by your family/travel group situation. Families with children in traditional schools nearly always must visit during vacation periods while folks like us, married with no

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