Young guests can live their princess dream with a new Rapunzel makeover at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique in Magic Kingdom (also Disneyland Park). Inspired by the animated feature film Tangled from Walt Disney Pictures, the boutique experience includes a golden, flowing wig, shimmering makeup, face gem, a princess bag and
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Steve Harvey & Essence Magazine Announce the 100 Students Selected for 4th Disney’s Dreamers Academy
Walt Disney World Resort, in collaboration with nationally syndicated radio personality Steve Harvey and Essence Magazine, the leading communications company dedicated to African-American women, has announced the selection of 100 high school students from across the country to participate in Disney’s Dreamers Academy class of 2011. Dreamers will travel to
Photo: Ryan Seacrest stars in 2010 Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade
Ryan Seacrest poses with Minnie Mouse Dec. 3, 2010 while taping the “Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade” at the Magic Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The annual holiday telecast airs Dec. 25, 2010 on ABC-TV. Seacrest hosts the special from the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Nick
Safety Cast Members Earn Prestigious Awards for Expertise
Two of the nation’s elite engineering organizations recently honored several Disney cast members for their outstanding work in engineering and safety. Tina Haley, an electrical engineer specializing in safety at Walt Disney World Resort, received the Distinguished New Engineer Award from The Society of Women Engineers. The honor recognizes professional
Bethune Cookman and Prairie View A&M to Face-Off in Seventh Annual MEAC/SWAC Challenge
The 2011 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Presented by Disney will feature Bethune-Cookman of the MEAC against Prairie View A&M of the SWAC Sunday, Sept. 4, 2011 at Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium in Orlando, Fla. The yearly event, which features teams from two prominent Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU) leagues, will be
Kid Stuff I Secretly Want for Christmas
Admit it, there are some toys you buy for yourself. Some of it’s totally acceptable. I mean, no one is going to judge you if you buy a Wii for the kids but end up playing it more yourself, right? But what if your taste in toys is a bit
Best Things I Love About Disney – Impressions de France
The France pavilion at the Epcot World Showcase is a lovely place to pass some time. If you enjoy excellent food there are two top notch restaurants there as well as a couple of shops with outstanding baked goods and cheeses. If you are a shopper you will be in
Take Five at Walt Disney World: Disney’s Hollywood Studios
As much as I like my theme park thrills and e-ticket attractions, some of my fondest memories of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and of Walt Disney World Resort in general, are of smaller moments not found on my touring itinerary. These “Take Five” moments offer a bit of a break in
Keeping things fresh at Walt Disney World
“You’re going to Disney AGAIN?” That’s not an unusual reaction for me to hear when I announce an upcoming trip to family or friends who don’t quite understand my love for Disney. With so much to do, see, and experience, there seems to be no shortage of “new” things to
Planning the Multi-Generational Family Vacation
There is nothing quite like taking a family vacation to Walt Disney World. The excitement that comes with planning the trip is almost half the fun. How long do I stay? Where do we want to eat? Should we do the Disney Dining Plan? These are some of the questions
Ride Review: Living With the Land
The excitement mounts. Your children have been looking forward to this ride attraction for months! And now it is time. You’re finally at EPCOT in Walt Disney World. You’ve made your way to the Land Pavilion. And after only a few short minutes in line, you’re in the boat and
Disney World Quick Tips – Choosing Your Resort
If you were to ask ten people which resort was their favorite you would get at least eleven different answers. There is no one resort at Walt Disney World that is right for all people but if you know what you are looking for there will be one that is
Top 10 Holiday Gift Ideas For Your Disney Deek
This week George and Chip discuss the top 10 Gift Ideas to get the Disney Deek in your life. From games, movies, electronics, and even books we let you know what are some ideas to get your Disney Fan. For more ideas and to see more of Chip and George
Soulful Sounds of the Holidays at Walt Disney World
D’Vine Voices blends gospel music and a live band with powerful performances daily at Epcot. Shows take place at the Fountain Stage with 25-minute shows on and off between 1-5 p.m. Epcot is at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.
